On an upcoming episode of Opportunity Index, we’re joined by Boris Johnson, former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom and former Mayor of London, to discuss leadership, decision-making, and economic strategy at the highest levels of government.

In this conversation, we focus on how large-scale political decisions are made under pressure, how leaders think about economic growth and long-term competitiveness, and what it means to balance innovation with institutional responsibility. We’ll also explore Boris Johnson’s experience overseeing major urban and national initiatives, including his renowned "Boris Bikes" and how somehting seemingly so insignificant can change youth culture around a city like London, his approach to public communication, and how political leadership intersects with entrepreneurship and risk-taking.

Most importantly, we’ll discuss youth opportunity: how young people can prepare themselves to lead in complex systems, what skills matter most early on, and how ambition, curiosity, and judgment compound over time. This episode is designed to move beyond headlines and offer students a practical look at leadership inside real economic and political systems.