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S01 E07 What next? Leadership conversations for a better future: The meaning deficit

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We examine what many describe as a growing ‘meaning deficit’ in society. Along with Sudhanshu Palsule, Gillian Secrett, and Richard Springer, they explore how fragmentation, consumerism and polarisation erode our sense of purpose, and discuss how leaders can help rebuild meaning.

The views in this podcast are those of the contributors, and don’t necessarily represent those of CISL, the University of Cambridge, or Investec, and should not be taken as advice or a recommendation.

11 Dec 2025 English South Africa Business

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