Lord David Puttnam, CBE, Chair, Atticus Education
- Lord David Puttnam is the chair of Atticus Education, an online education company.
- He was a member of the House of Lords until 21 and at that time, he was chair of the democracy and digital technologies committee.
Podcast
Overview
In this episode of The Brand Called You, Lord David Puttnam, a celebrated filmmaker with multiple Oscars and BAFTAs, shares his fascinating journey from the world of cinema to education and public service. With over three decades in film, 25 years in politics, and 10 years in teaching, David discusses how his diverse experiences shaped his philosophy on leadership, education, and creativity.
00:44- About Lord David Puttnam
- Lord David Puttnam is the chair of Atticus Education, an online education company.
- He was a member of the House of Lords until 21 and at that time, he was chair of the democracy and digital technologies committee.
- His films include The Mission, The Killing Fields, Chariots of Fire, Midnight Express, and Memphis Belle which have won over 10 Oscars, 31 BAFTAs, 13 Golden Globes, nine Emmys, and more and more prizes.
14:51- Is film a more concise and powerful way to convey a message than a book?
- Audio-visual media is a powerful tool to convey messages.
- Film clips can effectively highlight societal issues, such as prejudice.
- It serves as a visual metaphor, making complex points clearer.
25:12- What is your view on the role of technology in addressing climate change and supporting democracy?
- The speaker believes the planet might be better off without humans, as humans are the cause of environmental issues.
- He is pessimistic about the future, predicting severe consequences like wars and millions of refugees by 2050 due to climate change.
- Despite being part of AI for good, the speaker remains doubtful that technology alone can solve the climate crisis.
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Learn more about Lord David Puttnam: LinkedIn
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Profile
- Lord David Puttnam is the chair of Atticus Education, an online education company.
- He was a member of the House of Lords until 21 and at that time, he was chair of the democracy and digital technologies committee.
- His films include The Mission, The Killing Fields, Chariots of Fire, Midnight Express, and Memphis Belle which have won over 10 Oscars, 31 BAFTAs, 13 Golden Globes, nine Emmys, and more and more prizes.
