Apr 29, 202610 min
The looming retirement crisis is hitting Generation X with a cold reality check. As this generation moves closer to their retirement years, many are finding themselves woefully unprepared for the financial demands...
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Population Next
Hosted by Bradley Schurman · business · EN
About this Podcast:
Welcome to Population Next, the podcast that helps business leaders and policymakers navigate the biggest—and most overlooked—threat to their future: demographic change. Hosted by Bradley Schurman, author of The Super Age and a leading expert in population dynamics, this show is your guide to turning challenges into opportunities.Each episode explores how shifting population patterns—declining birth rates, aging societies, and accelerated global migration—are transforming the way we work, live, and do business. With expert insights, real-world case studies, and forward-thinking guests, Bradley breaks down complex trends into clear strategies. Learn how to build generationally-dynamic teams, adapt to emerging labor markets and technologies, and create future-proof organizations that thrive during this period of demographic disruption.If you’re a C-suite executive, director, or founder who wants to lead with foresight, build resilience, and unlock new market potential, this podcast i
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What is Population Next about?
Welcome to Population Next, the podcast that helps business leaders and policymakers navigate the biggest, and most overlooked, threat to their future: demographic change. Hosted by Bradley Schurman, author of The Super Age and a leading expert in population dynamics, this show is your guide to turning challenges into opportunities.
Who hosts Population Next?
Population Next is hosted by Bradley Schurman. The show has published 29 episodes to date.
What has Population Next covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Gen X Retirement Crisis: How to Prepare Before It’s Too Late" (29 April 2026, 10 minutes), "Is the World on the Verge of a Major War?" (15 April 2026, 20 minutes), and "The Metabolic Revolution Happening in Your Backyard | METAFITRX Founders" (1 April 2026, 32 minutes).
How often does Population Next publish?
Population Next publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 30 minutes across 29 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on Population Next?
Booking probability for Population Next is 29%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Population Next requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Population Next's contact route on record: public web form.
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Bradley Schurman hosts Population Next, a business podcast with 29 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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Episode #27
Is the World on the Verge of a Major War?
Apr 15, 202620 minThe world stands on the precipice of unprecedented geopolitical turmoil. The United States is engaged in an active conflict with Iran, while tensions continue to escalate across Ukraine and Sudan, creating a complex web...
- Apr 1, 202632 min
The future of human health isn't being built in a hospital but in places like Richmond, Virginia. In this episode of Population Next, I sit down with Melissa and David, the husband-and-wife founders of METAFITRX, a...
- Mar 18, 202617 min
Explore the Geography of Prosperity Index : https://geographyofprosperity.com/ Is your city built to last? In a world facing demographic shifts, climate disruptions, and automation, this question is more pressing than...
- Mar 4, 202617 min
The world is changing, but not in the way we might have expected. We have long been accustomed to a future marked by population growth, economic expansion, and the promise of more. Yet, quietly but profoundly, that era...
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- Feb 18, 202629 min
The workplace landscape is evolving rapidly, driven by forces such as artificial intelligence, shifting generational dynamics, and evolving business strategies. In this episode, I sit down with Alex Randall Kittredge...
- Feb 4, 202628 min
Rural America faces an uncertain future, shaped by a series of interconnected challenges that go beyond the simple ebb and flow of traditional agricultural cycles. As trade policies, weather shifts, and labor shortages...
- Jan 21, 202627 min
Energy costs are rising, and it’s not just about paying more for groceries. With more extreme weather events and outdated infrastructure, energy demand is up. But long-duration energy storage could be the solution to...
- Jan 7, 202633 min
Where you live isn’t just a backdrop to your life. It shapes how long you live, how healthy you are, and what opportunities come your way. Across the United States, life expectancy can vary by decades simply based on...
- Dec 24, 202528 min
For adult children, the responsibility of financially supporting aging parents can feel overwhelming. In today’s episode, author and financial expert Beth Pinsker joins me to talk about the challenges that come with...
Episode #18
Is Big Tech Quietly Engineering Passivity? The Cultural Shift We’re Missing | Eugene Healey
Dec 10, 202540 minWe’re living in an age engineered for ease—one-click shopping, predictive feeds, and tools that anticipate our needs before we articulate them. But creator and strategist Eugene Healey argues that this frictionless...
- Nov 26, 202533 min
Can we truly live forever? And if we could, would we want to? In this episode, Joshua Herring, CEO of the Longevity Science Foundation, explores the complex realities of longevity science. As advancements in medicine...
- Nov 12, 202533 min
Disclaimer: This episode features a discussion on sensitive topics related to sex, pornography, and the tech industry. The views expressed by our guest are personal and intended to provoke thought and discussion...
- Oct 29, 202535 min
South Dakota has more jobs than people. That's not a crisis—it's a design challenge. With an unemployment rate hovering around 1.8%, South Dakota proves that growth without workers forces innovation. The state is...
- Oct 15, 202535 min
Longevity isn’t a biohack—it’s social by design. Countries like Japan, Singapore, and Spain prove it: make connection the default and people live longer, healthier, and with more purpose. In this episode, Ken Stern...
Episode #13
Gen X Retirement Crisis: Catch Up Now!
Oct 1, 202529 minGen X is running out of runway. Pensions are gone, costs are up, and the average nest egg won’t cut it. Here’s the realistic fix—starting now. Authors Kerry Hannon and Janna Herron (Retirement Bites) break down what’s...
- Sep 17, 202544 min
Climate change is often discussed in terms of catastrophic events, but what if the real story lies in the small, everyday impacts we’re already experiencing? I’m hosting Grey Gowder, an expert in resilience and...
Episode #11
Is Ageism Holding Your Company Back?
Sep 3, 202538 minJoin (for free) the only newsletter breaking down global demographic trends into actionable strategies for your business and your community. Subscribe here → https://populationnext.substack.com/ Did you know that 42% of...
Episode #10
Is Infertility the Next Global Crisis? Are We Running Out of Time to Have Kids? | Dr. Asima Ahmad
Aug 20, 202539 minJoin (for free) the only newsletter breaking down global demographic trends into actionable strategies for your business and your community. Subscribe here → https://populationnext.substack.com/ Are you aware that...
- Aug 6, 202539 min
What if you had access to affordable housing, strong pensions, and rising wages at the start of your career? For baby boomers, this was the reality, and it gave them a significant advantage in building wealth. Dr...
Recent guests
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Julia Souder
CEO, Long Duration Energy Storage (LDES) Council
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Ryan Frederick
author of Right Place, Right Time: The Ultimate Guide to Choosing a Home for the Second Half of Life, Fierce Marriage and Fierce Parenting
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Beth Pinsker
certified financial planner, MarketWatch columnist, author of My Mother’s Money, MarketWatch
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Cindy Gallop
Advertising and Tech badass, TED igniter, MakeLoveNotPorn founder, If We Ran The World
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