LSEG Sustainable Growth

Author: LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group)

The LSEG Sustainable Growth Podcast tackles important issues which intersect sustainability and finance, hosted by Jane Goodland, LSEGs Group Head of Sustainability. We talk about some of the biggest issues of our time from climate transition and investment, green infrastructure to greenwashing, natural capital, carbon markets, financial inclusion, equality and inclusion and more! We hear from leading experts from Microsoft, ISSB, IIGCC, Blackrock, IFAD, Women's World Banking, Climate Impact Partners, Planet Tracker, First Abu Dhabi Bank and many more.
Be a guest on this podcast

Language: en

Genres: Business, Earth Sciences, Science

Contact email: Get it

Feed URL: Get it

iTunes ID: Get it

Trailer:

Get all podcast data

Listen Now...

The trust gap: Why rising insularity matters for business
Episode 1
Monday, 2 February, 2026

Richard Edelman, CEO of global communications firm Edelman breaks down the key findings of the 2026 Edelman Trust Barometer, exploring how insularity—the theme of this year’s report—is impacting workplaces, consumer behaviour and economic sentiment. He shares why trust has become the "ultimate currency" for institutions, the risks posed by declining confidence in institutions, and how trust brokering can help leaders bridge divides and strengthen organisational resilience. Chapters (00:00:00) - Richard's experience at Davos(00:01:10) - Trust as the ultimate currency(00:02:35) - Edelman Trust Barometer: Origins and trends(00:05:55) - Trust amid insularity(00:07:47) - How insularity is impacting business(00:11:31) - Trust brokering in the workplace(00:18:20) - Role of CEOs