60 acast.com <![CDATA[What's Next with Philip Meissner]]> https://shows.acast.com/whats-next-with-philip-meissner en Philip Meissner Business,Technology,Strategy,Decision,Global Thought Leaders,Innovation, Insights Philip Meissner What’s Next brings together builders, thinkers and leaders whose work matters.

From Berlin to Bangalore, Lagos to San Francisco, the podcast explores how technology and thought leadership change how we 

work, govern, and build.​

​

Each episode focuses on one idea that matters. Clear enough to explain over dinner, solid enough to stand up in the boardroom.

Global perspectives, sharp thinking, and insights designed to improve decision quality.​

​

What’s next. Building the Future.

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]]> What’s Next brings together builders, thinkers and leaders whose work matters.

From Berlin to Bangalore, Lagos to San Francisco, the podcast explores how technology and thought leadership change how we 

work, govern, and build.​

​

Each episode focuses on one idea that matters. Clear enough to explain over dinner, solid enough to stand up in the boardroom.

Global perspectives, sharp thinking, and insights designed to improve decision quality.​

​

What’s next. Building the Future.

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]]> false Philip Meissner info+67792674d83630b6e3270e16@mg-eu.acast.com 67792674d83630b6e3270e16 whats-next-with-philip-meissner episodic https://assets.pippa.io/shows/cover/1735992587898-e31a3a74-1bf7-4a63-998e-10f0fa6ce337.jpeg https://shows.acast.com/whats-next-with-philip-meissner <![CDATA[What's Next with Philip Meissner]]> Highlights: Every Decision Is a Bet: How Smart Leaders Think Highlights: Every Decision Is a Bet: How Smart Leaders Think Tue, 31 Mar 2026 03:00:00 GMT 8:41 69be1bba62f6c66afee70f3a false https://shows.acast.com/whats-next-with-philip-meissner/episodes/highlights-every-decision-is-a-bet-how-smart-leaders-think 69be1bba62f6c66afee70f3a 67792674d83630b6e3270e16 highlights-every-decision-is-a-bet-how-smart-leaders-think full We’ve curated a 7-minute segment where poker champion Annie Duke explains why the smartest leaders focus on decision quality, not outcomes, and why knowing when to quit is a strategic skill.



Listen to the full episode now!

  • Youtube: https://youtu.be/K2WKAXNZ1X0
  • Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/every-decision-is-a-bet-how-smart-leaders-think/id1793306908?i=1000756910493
  • Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1xAJKKx2TZ8KKVu7ec3tqu?si=prQa-US2SC6So4n0TUsgEw


 

"What’s Next with Philip Meissner“

A journey through our future life and work, and the place to discover your next favorite strategy and innovation. With global perspectives and fresh thinking, brought to you by some of the most exciting thinkers, builders, and leaders across the globe. Philip Meissner hosts fantastic guests and speakers, who share their journeys and knowledge in the most authentic and deep-dive style – to guide you through our world of tomorrow. From economy to science, from tech policy to AI in a fast-changing world. Subscribe right now wherever you get your podcast!


Join our mailing list: www.philipmeissner.com/whatsnext to stay updated on the latest trends.

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]]> We’ve curated a 7-minute segment where poker champion Annie Duke explains why the smartest leaders focus on decision quality, not outcomes, and why knowing when to quit is a strategic skill.



Listen to the full episode now!

  • Youtube: https://youtu.be/K2WKAXNZ1X0
  • Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/every-decision-is-a-bet-how-smart-leaders-think/id1793306908?i=1000756910493
  • Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1xAJKKx2TZ8KKVu7ec3tqu?si=prQa-US2SC6So4n0TUsgEw


 

"What’s Next with Philip Meissner“

A journey through our future life and work, and the place to discover your next favorite strategy and innovation. With global perspectives and fresh thinking, brought to you by some of the most exciting thinkers, builders, and leaders across the globe. Philip Meissner hosts fantastic guests and speakers, who share their journeys and knowledge in the most authentic and deep-dive style – to guide you through our world of tomorrow. From economy to science, from tech policy to AI in a fast-changing world. Subscribe right now wherever you get your podcast!


Join our mailing list: www.philipmeissner.com/whatsnext to stay updated on the latest trends.

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]]> Every Decision Is a Bet: How Smart Leaders Think Every Decision Is a Bet: How Smart Leaders Think Tue, 24 Mar 2026 03:00:00 GMT 41:55 69be1ac762f6c66afee6dfda false https://shows.acast.com/whats-next-with-philip-meissner/episodes/every-decision-is-a-bet-how-smart-leaders-think 69be1ac762f6c66afee6dfda 67792674d83630b6e3270e16 every-decision-is-a-bet-how-smart-leaders-think full 1 30 Most people think good outcomes mean good decisions. But according to Annie Duke, that’s one of the biggest mistakes leaders make.

 

In this episode, Philip Meissner speaks with Annie Duke, former World Series of Poker champion and author of Thinking in Bets, about why decision-making under uncertainty is one of the most critical skills in leadership today.

 

Drawing on poker, behavioral science, and real-world business examples, Annie explains how cognitive biases distort our judgment and how leaders can make smarter, more resilient decisions.

 

Key insights from the episode:

• Why judging decisions by outcomes leads to bad leadership

• The hidden bias that makes us blame luck for failures and credit ourselves for wins

• Why great decision makers are willing to change their minds

• How “thinking in bets” helps leaders navigate uncertainty

 

👉 Watch the full conversation to learn how the best decision makers think.


Timestamps:

00:00 Intro

00:42 Why Decision Making Matters Today

02:02 Decisive vs Reckless Leadership

03:39 Why Changing Your Mind Matters

05:50 Poker Lessons for Leaders

09:35 The Problem with Outcome Bias

13:12 Improving Decision Quality

20:50 Thinking in Bets Explained

26:34 Incentives and Decision Quality

30:32 Annie Poker Journey & Self-Serving Bias

37:11 Progress Over Perfection Mindset

38:04 Why the Future of Decisions Is Bright


Connect with Philip Meissner:

linkedin.com/in/pmeissner 

 

Connect with Annie Duke:

linkedin.com/in/annie-duke


"What’s Next with Philip Meissner“

A journey through our future life and work, and the place to discover your next favorite strategy and innovation. With global perspectives and fresh thinking, brought to you by some of the most exciting thinkers, builders, and leaders across the globe. Philip Meissner hosts fantastic guests and speakers, who share their journeys and knowledge in the most authentic and deep-dive style – to guide you through our world of tomorrow. From economy to science, from tech policy to AI in a fast-changing world. Subscribe right now wherever you get your podcast!


Join our mailing list: www.philipmeissner.com/whatsnext to stay updated on the latest trends.


#DecisionMaking #AnnieDuke #ThinkingInBets #LeadershipSkills #CognitiveBias #DecisionScience #BetterDecisions #BusinessStrategy #LeadershipMindset #CriticalThinking #Uncertainty #BehavioralEconomics #ProbabilisticThinking #BusinessLeadership #StrategicThinking

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]]> Most people think good outcomes mean good decisions. But according to Annie Duke, that’s one of the biggest mistakes leaders make.

 

In this episode, Philip Meissner speaks with Annie Duke, former World Series of Poker champion and author of Thinking in Bets, about why decision-making under uncertainty is one of the most critical skills in leadership today.

 

Drawing on poker, behavioral science, and real-world business examples, Annie explains how cognitive biases distort our judgment and how leaders can make smarter, more resilient decisions.

 

Key insights from the episode:

• Why judging decisions by outcomes leads to bad leadership

• The hidden bias that makes us blame luck for failures and credit ourselves for wins

• Why great decision makers are willing to change their minds

• How “thinking in bets” helps leaders navigate uncertainty

 

👉 Watch the full conversation to learn how the best decision makers think.


Timestamps:

00:00 Intro

00:42 Why Decision Making Matters Today

02:02 Decisive vs Reckless Leadership

03:39 Why Changing Your Mind Matters

05:50 Poker Lessons for Leaders

09:35 The Problem with Outcome Bias

13:12 Improving Decision Quality

20:50 Thinking in Bets Explained

26:34 Incentives and Decision Quality

30:32 Annie Poker Journey & Self-Serving Bias

37:11 Progress Over Perfection Mindset

38:04 Why the Future of Decisions Is Bright


Connect with Philip Meissner:

linkedin.com/in/pmeissner 

 

Connect with Annie Duke:

linkedin.com/in/annie-duke


"What’s Next with Philip Meissner“

A journey through our future life and work, and the place to discover your next favorite strategy and innovation. With global perspectives and fresh thinking, brought to you by some of the most exciting thinkers, builders, and leaders across the globe. Philip Meissner hosts fantastic guests and speakers, who share their journeys and knowledge in the most authentic and deep-dive style – to guide you through our world of tomorrow. From economy to science, from tech policy to AI in a fast-changing world. Subscribe right now wherever you get your podcast!


Join our mailing list: www.philipmeissner.com/whatsnext to stay updated on the latest trends.


#DecisionMaking #AnnieDuke #ThinkingInBets #LeadershipSkills #CognitiveBias #DecisionScience #BetterDecisions #BusinessStrategy #LeadershipMindset #CriticalThinking #Uncertainty #BehavioralEconomics #ProbabilisticThinking #BusinessLeadership #StrategicThinking

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]]> Highlights: Calm Down About Quantum: It’s Not What You Think Highlights: Calm Down About Quantum: It’s Not What You Think Tue, 17 Mar 2026 03:00:00 GMT 9:41 69a4e4a8a9760df1fb4cd031 false https://shows.acast.com/whats-next-with-philip-meissner/episodes/highlights-calm-down-about-quantum-its-not-what-you-think 69a4e4a8a9760df1fb4cd031 67792674d83630b6e3270e16 highlights-calm-down-about-quantum-its-not-what-you-think full We’ve curated a 7-minute segment packed with the most misunderstood truths about quantum computing, AI, encryption, and why the future of technology depends less on breakthroughs and more on how wisely we use them.

 

Listen to the full episode now!

  • Youtube: https://youtu.be/Vxd-v_fh3vE
  • Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/calm-down-about-quantum-its-not-what-you-think/id1793306908?i=1000754389262
  • Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4AZ2rmSwtu8jgfe8e0dy8X?si=855424d248134071

 

 Image credit: Lois Lammerhuber.

 

"What’s Next with Philip Meissner“

A journey through our future life and work, and the place to discover your next favorite strategy and innovation. With global perspectives and fresh thinking, brought to you by some of the most exciting thinkers, builders, and leaders across the globe. Philip Meissner hosts fantastic guests and speakers, who share their journeys and knowledge in the most authentic and deep-dive style – to guide you through our world of tomorrow. From economy to science, from tech policy to AI in a fast-changing world. Subscribe right now wherever you get your podcast!


Join our mailing list: www.philipmeissner.com/whatsnext to stay updated on the latest trends

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]]> We’ve curated a 7-minute segment packed with the most misunderstood truths about quantum computing, AI, encryption, and why the future of technology depends less on breakthroughs and more on how wisely we use them.

 

Listen to the full episode now!

  • Youtube: https://youtu.be/Vxd-v_fh3vE
  • Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/calm-down-about-quantum-its-not-what-you-think/id1793306908?i=1000754389262
  • Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4AZ2rmSwtu8jgfe8e0dy8X?si=855424d248134071

 

 Image credit: Lois Lammerhuber.

 

"What’s Next with Philip Meissner“

A journey through our future life and work, and the place to discover your next favorite strategy and innovation. With global perspectives and fresh thinking, brought to you by some of the most exciting thinkers, builders, and leaders across the globe. Philip Meissner hosts fantastic guests and speakers, who share their journeys and knowledge in the most authentic and deep-dive style – to guide you through our world of tomorrow. From economy to science, from tech policy to AI in a fast-changing world. Subscribe right now wherever you get your podcast!


Join our mailing list: www.philipmeissner.com/whatsnext to stay updated on the latest trends

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]]> Calm Down About Quantum: It’s Not What You Think Calm Down About Quantum: It’s Not What You Think Tue, 10 Mar 2026 03:00:00 GMT 32:28 69a4e27347697ac803208c54 false https://shows.acast.com/whats-next-with-philip-meissner/episodes/calm-down-about-quantum-its-not-what-you-think 69a4e27347697ac803208c54 67792674d83630b6e3270e16 calm-down-about-quantum-its-not-what-you-think full 1 29


In this episode, Philip Meissner speaks with Marissa Giustina, a physicist working at the forefront of quantum technology and physical AI, to cut through the hype and explain what these breakthroughs really mean.


Key takeaways from the conversation:

  • Why quantum computers are powerful but highly specialized tools
  • The real problems quantum is actually suited to solve
  • How leaders should prepare for quantum without chasing buzzwords
  • What physical AI can and can’t do in the human world
  • Why curiosity and responsible stewardship matter more than speed


This is a clear, grounded conversation about the future of technology without the science fiction.


👉 Watch the full episode and see what’s really coming next.


Timestamps:

01:01 What quantum technology is

03:06 Why companies are racing into quantum

04:24 Quantum vs artificial intelligence

07:02 What quantum computers can solve

10:58 How to prepare for the quantum era

14:39 Will quantum impact AI

15:07 Quantum encryption and security

19:09 The biggest quantum myth

20:50 Why physical AI is exciting

22:58 Where physical AI comes first

27:21 Curiosity and pushing limits

29:04 Knowing when to quit

30:18 What’s next after quantum

31:21 What gives hope for the future


Connect with Philip Meissner:

linkedin.com/in/pmeissner 

 

Connect with Marissa Giustina:

linkedin.com/in/marissa-giustina-aa4376161


"What’s Next with Philip Meissner“

A journey through our future life and work, and the place to discover your next favorite strategy and innovation. With global perspectives and fresh thinking, brought to you by some of the most exciting thinkers, builders, and leaders across the globe. Philip Meissner hosts fantastic guests and speakers, who share their journeys and knowledge in the most authentic and deep-dive style – to guide you through our world of tomorrow. From economy to science, from tech policy to AI in a fast-changing world. Subscribe right now wherever you get your podcast!


Join our mailing list: www.philipmeissner.com/whatsnext to stay updated on the latest trends


#QuantumComputing #QuantumTechnology #QuantumAI #TechHype #FutureOfTechnology #ArtificialIntelligence #PhysicalAI #PostQuantumSecurity #QuantumEncryption #TechLeadership #ResponsibleAI #EmergingTechnology #AITrends #DeepTech #TechnologyStrategy 

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]]>


In this episode, Philip Meissner speaks with Marissa Giustina, a physicist working at the forefront of quantum technology and physical AI, to cut through the hype and explain what these breakthroughs really mean.


Key takeaways from the conversation:

  • Why quantum computers are powerful but highly specialized tools
  • The real problems quantum is actually suited to solve
  • How leaders should prepare for quantum without chasing buzzwords
  • What physical AI can and can’t do in the human world
  • Why curiosity and responsible stewardship matter more than speed


This is a clear, grounded conversation about the future of technology without the science fiction.


👉 Watch the full episode and see what’s really coming next.


Timestamps:

01:01 What quantum technology is

03:06 Why companies are racing into quantum

04:24 Quantum vs artificial intelligence

07:02 What quantum computers can solve

10:58 How to prepare for the quantum era

14:39 Will quantum impact AI

15:07 Quantum encryption and security

19:09 The biggest quantum myth

20:50 Why physical AI is exciting

22:58 Where physical AI comes first

27:21 Curiosity and pushing limits

29:04 Knowing when to quit

30:18 What’s next after quantum

31:21 What gives hope for the future


Connect with Philip Meissner:

linkedin.com/in/pmeissner 

 

Connect with Marissa Giustina:

linkedin.com/in/marissa-giustina-aa4376161


"What’s Next with Philip Meissner“

A journey through our future life and work, and the place to discover your next favorite strategy and innovation. With global perspectives and fresh thinking, brought to you by some of the most exciting thinkers, builders, and leaders across the globe. Philip Meissner hosts fantastic guests and speakers, who share their journeys and knowledge in the most authentic and deep-dive style – to guide you through our world of tomorrow. From economy to science, from tech policy to AI in a fast-changing world. Subscribe right now wherever you get your podcast!


Join our mailing list: www.philipmeissner.com/whatsnext to stay updated on the latest trends


#QuantumComputing #QuantumTechnology #QuantumAI #TechHype #FutureOfTechnology #ArtificialIntelligence #PhysicalAI #PostQuantumSecurity #QuantumEncryption #TechLeadership #ResponsibleAI #EmergingTechnology #AITrends #DeepTech #TechnologyStrategy 

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]]> Highlights: The Geothermal Bottleneck: Who Controls the Future of Energy? Highlights: The Geothermal Bottleneck: Who Controls the Future of Energy? Tue, 03 Mar 2026 03:00:00 GMT 7:48 699a4fb6166f176858598665 false https://shows.acast.com/whats-next-with-philip-meissner/episodes/highlights-the-geothermal-bottleneck-who-controls-the-future 699a4fb6166f176858598665 67792674d83630b6e3270e16 highlights-the-geothermal-bottleneck-who-controls-the-future full We’ve curated a sharp segment on how drilling drives up to 70% of project costs and how Hades’ laser technology could finally make deep geothermal and critical minerals economically viable.

 

  • Listen to the full episode now!
  • Youtube: https://youtu.be/tWRI9sDUwsY
  • Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-geothermal-bottleneck-who-controls-the/id1793306908?i=1000751126969
  • Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5z0WtRPp09Y3HutTwFbXcW?si=a6084031b9664f76


 

"What’s Next with Philip Meissner"

A journey through our future life and work, and the place to discover your next favorite strategy and innovation. With global perspectives and fresh thinking, brought to you by some of the most exciting thinkers, builders, and leaders across the globe. Philip Meissner hosts fantastic guests and speakers, who share their journeys and knowledge in the most authentic and deep-dive style – to guide you through our world of tomorrow. From economy to science, from tech policy to AI in a fast-changing world. Subscribe right now wherever you get your podcast!



Join our mailing list: www.philipmeissner.com/whatsnext to stay updated on the latest trends

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]]> We’ve curated a sharp segment on how drilling drives up to 70% of project costs and how Hades’ laser technology could finally make deep geothermal and critical minerals economically viable.

 

  • Listen to the full episode now!
  • Youtube: https://youtu.be/tWRI9sDUwsY
  • Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-geothermal-bottleneck-who-controls-the/id1793306908?i=1000751126969
  • Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5z0WtRPp09Y3HutTwFbXcW?si=a6084031b9664f76


 

"What’s Next with Philip Meissner"

A journey through our future life and work, and the place to discover your next favorite strategy and innovation. With global perspectives and fresh thinking, brought to you by some of the most exciting thinkers, builders, and leaders across the globe. Philip Meissner hosts fantastic guests and speakers, who share their journeys and knowledge in the most authentic and deep-dive style – to guide you through our world of tomorrow. From economy to science, from tech policy to AI in a fast-changing world. Subscribe right now wherever you get your podcast!



Join our mailing list: www.philipmeissner.com/whatsnext to stay updated on the latest trends

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> The Geothermal Bottleneck: Who Controls the Future of Energy? The Geothermal Bottleneck: Who Controls the Future of Energy? Tue, 24 Feb 2026 03:00:00 GMT 31:21 699a4db8240b4a2d754fa717 false https://shows.acast.com/whats-next-with-philip-meissner/episodes/the-geothermal-bottleneck-who-controls-the-future-of-energy 699a4db8240b4a2d754fa717 67792674d83630b6e3270e16 the-geothermal-bottleneck-who-controls-the-future-of-energy full 1 28 Unlimited energy is just 10 kilometers away. So why don’t we have it?


In this episode, deep-tech entrepreneur Max Werner, founder of Hades Mining, explains why geothermal could rival coal in power output and why it still isn’t commercially viable.


Here’s what you’ll learn:

  • Why the 10km barrier is holding geothermal back
  • The $500 million cost problem behind deep drilling
  • Why drilling speed determines everything
  • How laser technology could change the game
  • Why energy independence is now a geopolitical issue


The world doesn’t lack energy. It lacks affordable access. If that changes, the global power balance changes with it.


Watch the full episode to understand what’s blocking unlimited energy and who might break through first.


Timestamps:

00:48 Why Geothermal Could Be a Game Changer

01:20 How Deep Drilling Unlocks Earth’s Heat

02:00 The Challenges of Going 10 Kilometers Down

03:34 The Full Vision of Scalable Geothermal Energy

04:50 Centralized or Decentralized Energy Model

05:41 Europe’s Critical Minerals Wake-Up Call

08:13 Why Drilling Costs Block Progress

09:29 Connecting Geothermal and Critical Minerals

10:47 How the Fiber Laser Drill Works

13:21 Best Geographies for Geothermal

14:54 When Geothermal Becomes Mainstream

16:00 The Biggest Myth About Geothermal

16:41 Germany’s Geothermal Acceleration Act

18:26 The Future of Surgical Mining

21:13 Europe’s Untapped Critical Minerals

22:53 Lessons from a Deep Tech Founder

25:07 Pain Tolerance in Entrepreneurship

27:25 The Reality of Building in Deep Tech

29:05 A Proud NATO Moment

30:23 Optimism for Europe’s Future


 

Connect with Philip Meissner:

linkedin.com/in/pmeissner 

 

Connect with Max Werner:

linkedin.com/in/drwerner



"What’s Next with Philip Meissner“

A journey through our future life and work, and the place to discover your next favorite strategy and innovation. With global perspectives and fresh thinking, brought to you by some of the most exciting thinkers, builders, and leaders across the globe. Philip Meissner hosts fantastic guests and speakers, who share their journeys and knowledge in the most authentic and deep-dive style – to guide you through our world of tomorrow. From economy to science, from tech policy to AI in a fast-changing world. Subscribe right now wherever you get your podcast!



#GeothermalEnergy #UnlimitedEnergy #CleanEnergy #EnergyTransition #DeepTech #EnergyIndependence #DrillingTechnology #RenewableEnergy #CriticalMinerals #EnergyInnovation #ClimateTech #FutureOfEnergy #SustainableEnergy #EnergySecurity #Geopolitics

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]]> Unlimited energy is just 10 kilometers away. So why don’t we have it?


In this episode, deep-tech entrepreneur Max Werner, founder of Hades Mining, explains why geothermal could rival coal in power output and why it still isn’t commercially viable.


Here’s what you’ll learn:

  • Why the 10km barrier is holding geothermal back
  • The $500 million cost problem behind deep drilling
  • Why drilling speed determines everything
  • How laser technology could change the game
  • Why energy independence is now a geopolitical issue


The world doesn’t lack energy. It lacks affordable access. If that changes, the global power balance changes with it.


Watch the full episode to understand what’s blocking unlimited energy and who might break through first.


Timestamps:

00:48 Why Geothermal Could Be a Game Changer

01:20 How Deep Drilling Unlocks Earth’s Heat

02:00 The Challenges of Going 10 Kilometers Down

03:34 The Full Vision of Scalable Geothermal Energy

04:50 Centralized or Decentralized Energy Model

05:41 Europe’s Critical Minerals Wake-Up Call

08:13 Why Drilling Costs Block Progress

09:29 Connecting Geothermal and Critical Minerals

10:47 How the Fiber Laser Drill Works

13:21 Best Geographies for Geothermal

14:54 When Geothermal Becomes Mainstream

16:00 The Biggest Myth About Geothermal

16:41 Germany’s Geothermal Acceleration Act

18:26 The Future of Surgical Mining

21:13 Europe’s Untapped Critical Minerals

22:53 Lessons from a Deep Tech Founder

25:07 Pain Tolerance in Entrepreneurship

27:25 The Reality of Building in Deep Tech

29:05 A Proud NATO Moment

30:23 Optimism for Europe’s Future


 

Connect with Philip Meissner:

linkedin.com/in/pmeissner 

 

Connect with Max Werner:

linkedin.com/in/drwerner



"What’s Next with Philip Meissner“

A journey through our future life and work, and the place to discover your next favorite strategy and innovation. With global perspectives and fresh thinking, brought to you by some of the most exciting thinkers, builders, and leaders across the globe. Philip Meissner hosts fantastic guests and speakers, who share their journeys and knowledge in the most authentic and deep-dive style – to guide you through our world of tomorrow. From economy to science, from tech policy to AI in a fast-changing world. Subscribe right now wherever you get your podcast!



#GeothermalEnergy #UnlimitedEnergy #CleanEnergy #EnergyTransition #DeepTech #EnergyIndependence #DrillingTechnology #RenewableEnergy #CriticalMinerals #EnergyInnovation #ClimateTech #FutureOfEnergy #SustainableEnergy #EnergySecurity #Geopolitics

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]]> Highlights: Ian Bremmer: How Algorithms Reshape Global Power Highlights: Ian Bremmer: How Algorithms Reshape Global Power Tue, 17 Feb 2026 03:00:00 GMT 8:20 69855e395ad8bc4f7c611ebd false https://shows.acast.com/whats-next-with-philip-meissner/episodes/highlights-ian-bremmer-how-algorithms-reshape-global-power 69855e395ad8bc4f7c611ebd 67792674d83630b6e3270e16 highlights-ian-bremmer-how-algorithms-reshape-global-power full We’ve curated a 7-minute segment packed with Ian Bremmer’s core insight on why today’s power shift isn’t about infrastructure, but about algorithms reshaping human identity and behavior at a speed and scale we’ve never seen before.

 

  • Listen to the full episode now!
  • Youtube: https://youtu.be/7ps7_z0JyvU
  • Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/ian-bremmer-how-algorithms-reshape-global-power/id1793306908?i=1000749012234
  • Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1XUnRmCAH11o8GA2JAiyhf?si=8bf569287fea423b

 

"What’s Next with Philip Meissner“

A journey through our future life and work, and the place to discover your next favorite strategy and innovation. With global perspectives and fresh thinking, brought to you by some of the most exciting thinkers, builders, and leaders across the globe. Philip Meissner hosts fantastic guests and speakers, who share their journeys and knowledge in the most authentic and deep-dive style – to guide you through our world of tomorrow. From economy to science, from tech policy to AI in a fast-changing world. Subscribe right now wherever you get your podcast!

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]]> We’ve curated a 7-minute segment packed with Ian Bremmer’s core insight on why today’s power shift isn’t about infrastructure, but about algorithms reshaping human identity and behavior at a speed and scale we’ve never seen before.

 

  • Listen to the full episode now!
  • Youtube: https://youtu.be/7ps7_z0JyvU
  • Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/ian-bremmer-how-algorithms-reshape-global-power/id1793306908?i=1000749012234
  • Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1XUnRmCAH11o8GA2JAiyhf?si=8bf569287fea423b

 

"What’s Next with Philip Meissner“

A journey through our future life and work, and the place to discover your next favorite strategy and innovation. With global perspectives and fresh thinking, brought to you by some of the most exciting thinkers, builders, and leaders across the globe. Philip Meissner hosts fantastic guests and speakers, who share their journeys and knowledge in the most authentic and deep-dive style – to guide you through our world of tomorrow. From economy to science, from tech policy to AI in a fast-changing world. Subscribe right now wherever you get your podcast!

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]]> Ian Bremmer: How Algorithms Reshape Global Power Ian Bremmer: How Algorithms Reshape Global Power Tue, 10 Feb 2026 03:00:00 GMT 36:18 69855d93d4e01f10699df363 false https://shows.acast.com/whats-next-with-philip-meissner/episodes/ian-bremmer-how-algorithms-reshape-global-power 69855d93d4e01f10699df363 67792674d83630b6e3270e16 ian-bremmer-how-algorithms-reshape-global-power full 1 27 Power no longer starts with governments. It starts with algorithms.

In this episode, Ian Bremmer, founder and president of Eurasia Group, explains how power in the 21st century is shifting away from states and toward the companies and systems that program human behavior. Drawing on decades of advising world leaders and CEOs, Bremmer argues this change is unprecedented in speed, scale, and impact on humanity.


You’ll learn:

  • Why tech companies now hold power once reserved for governments
  • How algorithms shape identity, behavior, and social order
  • What this shift means for global stability and leadership
  • The biggest mistake leaders are making in today’s power transition


If you want to understand who really controls power today — and where it’s headed next — this conversation is essential.


Timestamps:

01:07 Do tech CEOs now rival state power

02:35 Digital sovereignty and algorithmic control

04:20 Why this power shift is unprecedented

06:03 Will governments regain control

08:00 Algorithms as the force reshaping power

11:11 Is the rules-based global order collapsing

14:57 Is US policy weakening America vs. China

17:52 India’s role in the emerging power balance

20:56 Leadership lessons from the Global Risk Report

27:27 Navigating power personally

30:19 Habits for surviving a chaotic world

34:14 Optimism about the future

 

Connect with Philip Meissner:

linkedin.com/in/pmeissner 


Connect with Ian Bremmer:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/ianbremmer/


"What’s Next with Philip Meissner“

A journey through our future life and work, and the place to discover your next favorite strategy and innovation. With global perspectives and fresh thinking, brought to you by some of the most exciting thinkers, builders, and leaders across the globe. Philip Meissner hosts fantastic guests and speakers, who share their journeys and knowledge in the most authentic and deep-dive style – to guide you through our world of tomorrow. From economy to science, from tech policy to AI in a fast-changing world. Subscribe right now wherever you get your podcast!


#PowerShift #AlgorithmicPower #AIandSociety #TechPower #GlobalPower #Geopolitics #DigitalSovereignty #Algorithms #FutureOfPower #PoliticalRisk #AIInfluence #TechVsGovernment #GlobalOrder #HumanBehavior #IanBremmer

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]]> Power no longer starts with governments. It starts with algorithms.

In this episode, Ian Bremmer, founder and president of Eurasia Group, explains how power in the 21st century is shifting away from states and toward the companies and systems that program human behavior. Drawing on decades of advising world leaders and CEOs, Bremmer argues this change is unprecedented in speed, scale, and impact on humanity.


You’ll learn:

  • Why tech companies now hold power once reserved for governments
  • How algorithms shape identity, behavior, and social order
  • What this shift means for global stability and leadership
  • The biggest mistake leaders are making in today’s power transition


If you want to understand who really controls power today — and where it’s headed next — this conversation is essential.


Timestamps:

01:07 Do tech CEOs now rival state power

02:35 Digital sovereignty and algorithmic control

04:20 Why this power shift is unprecedented

06:03 Will governments regain control

08:00 Algorithms as the force reshaping power

11:11 Is the rules-based global order collapsing

14:57 Is US policy weakening America vs. China

17:52 India’s role in the emerging power balance

20:56 Leadership lessons from the Global Risk Report

27:27 Navigating power personally

30:19 Habits for surviving a chaotic world

34:14 Optimism about the future

 

Connect with Philip Meissner:

linkedin.com/in/pmeissner 


Connect with Ian Bremmer:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/ianbremmer/


"What’s Next with Philip Meissner“

A journey through our future life and work, and the place to discover your next favorite strategy and innovation. With global perspectives and fresh thinking, brought to you by some of the most exciting thinkers, builders, and leaders across the globe. Philip Meissner hosts fantastic guests and speakers, who share their journeys and knowledge in the most authentic and deep-dive style – to guide you through our world of tomorrow. From economy to science, from tech policy to AI in a fast-changing world. Subscribe right now wherever you get your podcast!


#PowerShift #AlgorithmicPower #AIandSociety #TechPower #GlobalPower #Geopolitics #DigitalSovereignty #Algorithms #FutureOfPower #PoliticalRisk #AIInfluence #TechVsGovernment #GlobalOrder #HumanBehavior #IanBremmer

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]]> Highlights: Using AI to Save Water: Why Farmers Matter Most Highlights: Using AI to Save Water: Why Farmers Matter Most Tue, 03 Feb 2026 03:00:00 GMT 6:37 6972c32f51551c984c5eb42e false https://shows.acast.com/whats-next-with-philip-meissner/episodes/highlights-using-ai-to-save-water-why-farmers-matter-most 6972c32f51551c984c5eb42e 67792674d83630b6e3270e16 highlights-using-ai-to-save-water-why-farmers-matter-most full We’ve curated this 7-minute segment showing how AI guides farmers to reduce water use by sending them text messages, and why paying farmers to save water unlocked a scalable climate solution.


  Listen to the full episode now!

  •   Youtube: https://youtu.be/0Eq3Aoas87s
  •   Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/using-ai-to-save-water-why-farmers-matter-most/id1793306908?i=1000746790562
  •   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7DlwsTTBymjEhOIPDBbIjt?si=483681a45ecf4361


"What’s Next with Philip Meissner“

A journey through our future life and work, and the place to discover your next favorite strategy and innovation. With global perspectives and fresh thinking, brought to you by some of the most exciting thinkers, builders, and leaders across the globe. Philip Meissner hosts fantastic guests and speakers, who share their journeys and knowledge in the most authentic and deep-dive style – to guide you through our world of tomorrow. From economy to science, from tech policy to AI in a fast-changing world. Subscribe right now wherever you get your podcast!

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]]> We’ve curated this 7-minute segment showing how AI guides farmers to reduce water use by sending them text messages, and why paying farmers to save water unlocked a scalable climate solution.


  Listen to the full episode now!

  •   Youtube: https://youtu.be/0Eq3Aoas87s
  •   Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/using-ai-to-save-water-why-farmers-matter-most/id1793306908?i=1000746790562
  •   Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7DlwsTTBymjEhOIPDBbIjt?si=483681a45ecf4361


"What’s Next with Philip Meissner“

A journey through our future life and work, and the place to discover your next favorite strategy and innovation. With global perspectives and fresh thinking, brought to you by some of the most exciting thinkers, builders, and leaders across the globe. Philip Meissner hosts fantastic guests and speakers, who share their journeys and knowledge in the most authentic and deep-dive style – to guide you through our world of tomorrow. From economy to science, from tech policy to AI in a fast-changing world. Subscribe right now wherever you get your podcast!

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]]> Using AI to Save Water: Why Farmers Matter Most Using AI to Save Water: Why Farmers Matter Most Tue, 27 Jan 2026 03:00:00 GMT 34:20 6972c00c59468b7fac25f8ce false https://shows.acast.com/whats-next-with-philip-meissner/episodes/using-ai-to-save-water-why-farmers-matter-most 6972c00c59468b7fac25f8ce 67792674d83630b6e3270e16 using-ai-to-save-water-why-farmers-matter-most full 1 26 We’re panicking about AI’s water use and missing the real problem.


Jairo Trad, co-founder and CEO of Kilimo, explains why farmers sit at the center of the global water crisis, and how AI, used the right way, can dramatically reduce water waste at scale.


Speaking with Philip Meissner, Jairo shares how Kilimo delivers AI-driven irrigation advice by simple text messages, without sensors or hardware, and why incentives matter more than regulation.


In this episode, you’ll discover:

- Why 70–90% of global water use happens in agriculture, not data centers

- How AI without sensors helps farmers know exactly when to irrigate

- Why paying farmers to save water finally makes large-scale change possible

- How companies now invest in water security near their own facilities

- What a future looks like where water is no longer the limiting factor


This is a clear, pragmatic conversation about fixing water systems — not with guilt or panic, but with smarter incentives that actually work.

👉 Watch now to see why the path to water security starts on farms, not in server rooms.

 

Timestamps:

00:58 Why farmers drive climate impact

01:43 Agriculture vs AI water use

03:29 How much water farming really uses

04:09 The water problem no one fixes

06:351 How AI improves farm irrigation

07:51 What farmers gain from water tech

08:07 A farmer story: less water, better yields

09:45 Paying farmers to save water

13:12 Why climate must make business sense

15:01 How pricing fixes water problems

16:33 Where the biggest water savings are

18:07 What blocks water innovation

19:40 Rethinking the global water system

21:43 The thinker who inspired Jairo

23:51 Why entrepreneurs embrace pain

25:44 Scaling without losing judgment

28:04 Confidence vs ego in leadership

29:02 Building teams that challenge leaders

31:26 A future with water security

32:37 Why Jairo stays optimistic


Connect with Philip Meissner:

linkedin.com/in/pmeissner 

 

Connect with Jairo Trad:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/ingjairotrad/

 

Explore Kilimo:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/agrokilimo

Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/company/kilimo-agtech/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/agrokilimo

 

"What’s Next with Philip Meissner“

A journey through our future life and work, and the place to discover your next favorite strategy and innovation. With global perspectives and fresh thinking, brought to you by some of the most exciting thinkers, builders, and leaders across the globe. Philip Meissner hosts fantastic guests and speakers, who share their journeys and knowledge in the most authentic and deep-dive style – to guide you through our world of tomorrow. From economy to science, from tech policy to AI in a fast-changing world. Subscribe right now wherever you get your podcast!


#WaterCrisis #AgTech #AIForGood #SustainableAgriculture #WaterSecurity #ClimateTech #SmartIrrigation #FutureOfFarming #WaterInnovation #AIInAgriculture #ClimateSolutions #WaterManagement #Sustainability #FoodSecurity #ClimateAction

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]]> We’re panicking about AI’s water use and missing the real problem.


Jairo Trad, co-founder and CEO of Kilimo, explains why farmers sit at the center of the global water crisis, and how AI, used the right way, can dramatically reduce water waste at scale.


Speaking with Philip Meissner, Jairo shares how Kilimo delivers AI-driven irrigation advice by simple text messages, without sensors or hardware, and why incentives matter more than regulation.


In this episode, you’ll discover:

- Why 70–90% of global water use happens in agriculture, not data centers

- How AI without sensors helps farmers know exactly when to irrigate

- Why paying farmers to save water finally makes large-scale change possible

- How companies now invest in water security near their own facilities

- What a future looks like where water is no longer the limiting factor


This is a clear, pragmatic conversation about fixing water systems — not with guilt or panic, but with smarter incentives that actually work.

👉 Watch now to see why the path to water security starts on farms, not in server rooms.

 

Timestamps:

00:58 Why farmers drive climate impact

01:43 Agriculture vs AI water use

03:29 How much water farming really uses

04:09 The water problem no one fixes

06:351 How AI improves farm irrigation

07:51 What farmers gain from water tech

08:07 A farmer story: less water, better yields

09:45 Paying farmers to save water

13:12 Why climate must make business sense

15:01 How pricing fixes water problems

16:33 Where the biggest water savings are

18:07 What blocks water innovation

19:40 Rethinking the global water system

21:43 The thinker who inspired Jairo

23:51 Why entrepreneurs embrace pain

25:44 Scaling without losing judgment

28:04 Confidence vs ego in leadership

29:02 Building teams that challenge leaders

31:26 A future with water security

32:37 Why Jairo stays optimistic


Connect with Philip Meissner:

linkedin.com/in/pmeissner 

 

Connect with Jairo Trad:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/ingjairotrad/

 

Explore Kilimo:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/agrokilimo

Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/company/kilimo-agtech/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/agrokilimo

 

"What’s Next with Philip Meissner“

A journey through our future life and work, and the place to discover your next favorite strategy and innovation. With global perspectives and fresh thinking, brought to you by some of the most exciting thinkers, builders, and leaders across the globe. Philip Meissner hosts fantastic guests and speakers, who share their journeys and knowledge in the most authentic and deep-dive style – to guide you through our world of tomorrow. From economy to science, from tech policy to AI in a fast-changing world. Subscribe right now wherever you get your podcast!


#WaterCrisis #AgTech #AIForGood #SustainableAgriculture #WaterSecurity #ClimateTech #SmartIrrigation #FutureOfFarming #WaterInnovation #AIInAgriculture #ClimateSolutions #WaterManagement #Sustainability #FoodSecurity #ClimateAction

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]]> Highlights: Why Recycling Fails (and How AI Can Fix It) Highlights: Why Recycling Fails (and How AI Can Fix It) Tue, 20 Jan 2026 03:00:00 GMT 9:14 696462d623ce58f146c8fe19 false https://shows.acast.com/whats-next-with-philip-meissner/episodes/highlights-why-recycling-fails-and-how-ai-can-fix-it 696462d623ce58f146c8fe19 67792674d83630b6e3270e16 highlights-why-recycling-fails-and-how-ai-can-fix-it full We’ve curated a 7-minute segment packed with how GrayParrot taught AI to see chaotic, high-speed waste in real time, processing over a billion objects a day on the edge, and turned that visibility into trusted data that’s reshaping recycling.


Listen to the full episode now!

Youtube: https://youtu.be/w7icJ_zc3Z0

 Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/why-recycling-fails-and-how-ai-can-fix-it/id1793306908?i=1000744926849

 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/617w5WXnuzLt6Nvktht1z2?si=d920bf8278b44904

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]]> We’ve curated a 7-minute segment packed with how GrayParrot taught AI to see chaotic, high-speed waste in real time, processing over a billion objects a day on the edge, and turned that visibility into trusted data that’s reshaping recycling.


Listen to the full episode now!

Youtube: https://youtu.be/w7icJ_zc3Z0

 Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/why-recycling-fails-and-how-ai-can-fix-it/id1793306908?i=1000744926849

 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/617w5WXnuzLt6Nvktht1z2?si=d920bf8278b44904

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]]> Why Recycling Fails (and How AI Can Fix It) Why Recycling Fails (and How AI Can Fix It) Tue, 13 Jan 2026 03:00:00 GMT 34:56 6964609175c092ac4ed4715c false https://shows.acast.com/whats-next-with-philip-meissner/episodes/why-recycling-fails-and-how-ai-can-fix-it 6964609175c092ac4ed4715c 67792674d83630b6e3270e16 why-recycling-fails-and-how-ai-can-fix-it full 1 25 AI can recognise faces, cars, even emotions, but until now, it couldn’t see our waste. Philip Meissner talks with Ambarish Mitra, founder of GrayParrot, about the unexpected place AI is finally starting to change the system: recycling.


Ambarish shares his journey from augmented reality to environmental AI, and explains how digitising waste unlocks a powerful new data layer for the circular economy.


You’ll learn:

  • Why the plastic crisis is actually a waste and data problem
  • How AI detects and sorts waste in chaotic recycling environments
  • Why most recyclable packaging never gets recycled
  • How real-time data is changing policy, producer responsibility, and design decisions


This conversation shows how AI can move beyond optimisation and advertising to solve one of the world’s most overlooked challenges.

Watch now to see how invisible waste is becoming actionable intelligence.


Timestamps:

00:00 Intro

01:13 From augmented reality to recycling

02:45 Why waste is the last AI frontier

04:29 Waste as a design and data problem

06:29 How Gray Parrot uses AI to see waste

08:47 Solving AI detection in chaotic waste

11:28 Insights for waste plants and brands

14:29 Vision for global impact

16:08 Bottlenecks in the circular economy

18:59 The true scale of the waste crisis

23:26 Entrepreneurial pride and purpose

27:26 Leadership lessons from Blippar

29:51 Curiosity vs conviction

30:43 Staying grounded as a founder

32:44 What makes the future optimistic


Connect with Philip Meissner:

linkedin.com/in/pmeissner 

 

Connect with Ambarish Mitra:

linkedin.com/in/ambarishmitra


#Recycling #ArtificialIntelligence #CircularEconomy #WasteManagement #Sustainability #ClimateTech #GreenTech #ComputerVision #EnvironmentalInnovation #AIForGood #PlasticWaste #WasteCrisis #SustainableFuture #TechForClimate #DataDrivenSustainability

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]]> AI can recognise faces, cars, even emotions, but until now, it couldn’t see our waste. Philip Meissner talks with Ambarish Mitra, founder of GrayParrot, about the unexpected place AI is finally starting to change the system: recycling.


Ambarish shares his journey from augmented reality to environmental AI, and explains how digitising waste unlocks a powerful new data layer for the circular economy.


You’ll learn:

  • Why the plastic crisis is actually a waste and data problem
  • How AI detects and sorts waste in chaotic recycling environments
  • Why most recyclable packaging never gets recycled
  • How real-time data is changing policy, producer responsibility, and design decisions


This conversation shows how AI can move beyond optimisation and advertising to solve one of the world’s most overlooked challenges.

Watch now to see how invisible waste is becoming actionable intelligence.


Timestamps:

00:00 Intro

01:13 From augmented reality to recycling

02:45 Why waste is the last AI frontier

04:29 Waste as a design and data problem

06:29 How Gray Parrot uses AI to see waste

08:47 Solving AI detection in chaotic waste

11:28 Insights for waste plants and brands

14:29 Vision for global impact

16:08 Bottlenecks in the circular economy

18:59 The true scale of the waste crisis

23:26 Entrepreneurial pride and purpose

27:26 Leadership lessons from Blippar

29:51 Curiosity vs conviction

30:43 Staying grounded as a founder

32:44 What makes the future optimistic


Connect with Philip Meissner:

linkedin.com/in/pmeissner 

 

Connect with Ambarish Mitra:

linkedin.com/in/ambarishmitra


#Recycling #ArtificialIntelligence #CircularEconomy #WasteManagement #Sustainability #ClimateTech #GreenTech #ComputerVision #EnvironmentalInnovation #AIForGood #PlasticWaste #WasteCrisis #SustainableFuture #TechForClimate #DataDrivenSustainability

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]]> Shaping the Future: Energy, AI, and the Hidden Drivers of Change Shaping the Future: Energy, AI, and the Hidden Drivers of Change Tue, 30 Dec 2025 03:00:00 GMT 27:29 69480b51e13e237fde5e324f false https://shows.acast.com/whats-next-with-philip-meissner/episodes/shaping-the-future-energy-ai-and-the-hidden-drivers-of-chang 69480b51e13e237fde5e324f 67792674d83630b6e3270e16 shaping-the-future-energy-ai-and-the-hidden-drivers-of-chang full 1 24 The future isn’t being shaped by one force alone. It’s being shaped by energy, technology, psychology, and the very human choices we make every day.

In this Best of 2025 episode, host Philip Meissner revisits five standout conversations that explore the forces shaping the decade ahead.

You’ll hear:

• Enass Abo-Hamed on why the energy transition is slowing and what must change by 2035

• Kabir Sehgal on creativity, AI, and why human connection still matters

• Hrund Gunnsteinsdóttir on intuition, bias, and how we really make decisions

• Anjhula Mya Singh Bais on mental health as a hidden driver of leadership and society

• Ameya Prabhu on why India is widely misunderstood and central to global growth


These insights cut through optimism and hype to focus on what truly matters for our shared future.

▶️ Watch now and explore the ideas shaping the world ahead.

Timestamps:

00:00 Best of 2025 overview

01:18 Why the energy transition is slowing

03:09 Climate blind spots and accountability

04:54 What energy could look like in 2035

06:07 Business opportunities in energy

06:46 AI, creativity, and human connection

09:00 Skills that still make us human

10:27 Can creativity be learned

11:55 Intuition vs bias

15:13 Neuroscience and decision making

16:55 Why mental health shapes the future

18:25 What the mental health debate misses

20:20 The role of technology in mental health

22:08 Misconceptions about India

Connect with Philip Meissner:

linkedin.com/in/pmeissner

Connect with

- Enass Abo-Hamed: https://www.linkedin.com/in/enassa/

- Kabir Sehgal: linkedin.com/in/hikabir

- Hrund Gunnsteinsdóttir: linkedin.com/in/hrundgunnsteinsdottir

- Anjhula Mya Singh Bais: linkedin.com/in/anjhula

- Ameya Prabhu: linkedin.com/in/ameya-prabhu-a3738289


#FutureOfWork #EnergyTransition #AIAndCreativity #MentalHealthLeadership #HumanConnection #IntuitionAndBias #NeuroscienceInsights #ClimateChangeAction #LeadershipTrends #IndiaGrowthStory #TechnologyAndSociety #DecisionMaking #FutureThinking #GlobalEconomy #BestOf2025

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]]> The future isn’t being shaped by one force alone. It’s being shaped by energy, technology, psychology, and the very human choices we make every day.

In this Best of 2025 episode, host Philip Meissner revisits five standout conversations that explore the forces shaping the decade ahead.

You’ll hear:

• Enass Abo-Hamed on why the energy transition is slowing and what must change by 2035

• Kabir Sehgal on creativity, AI, and why human connection still matters

• Hrund Gunnsteinsdóttir on intuition, bias, and how we really make decisions

• Anjhula Mya Singh Bais on mental health as a hidden driver of leadership and society

• Ameya Prabhu on why India is widely misunderstood and central to global growth


These insights cut through optimism and hype to focus on what truly matters for our shared future.

▶️ Watch now and explore the ideas shaping the world ahead.

Timestamps:

00:00 Best of 2025 overview

01:18 Why the energy transition is slowing

03:09 Climate blind spots and accountability

04:54 What energy could look like in 2035

06:07 Business opportunities in energy

06:46 AI, creativity, and human connection

09:00 Skills that still make us human

10:27 Can creativity be learned

11:55 Intuition vs bias

15:13 Neuroscience and decision making

16:55 Why mental health shapes the future

18:25 What the mental health debate misses

20:20 The role of technology in mental health

22:08 Misconceptions about India

Connect with Philip Meissner:

linkedin.com/in/pmeissner

Connect with

- Enass Abo-Hamed: https://www.linkedin.com/in/enassa/

- Kabir Sehgal: linkedin.com/in/hikabir

- Hrund Gunnsteinsdóttir: linkedin.com/in/hrundgunnsteinsdottir

- Anjhula Mya Singh Bais: linkedin.com/in/anjhula

- Ameya Prabhu: linkedin.com/in/ameya-prabhu-a3738289


#FutureOfWork #EnergyTransition #AIAndCreativity #MentalHealthLeadership #HumanConnection #IntuitionAndBias #NeuroscienceInsights #ClimateChangeAction #LeadershipTrends #IndiaGrowthStory #TechnologyAndSociety #DecisionMaking #FutureThinking #GlobalEconomy #BestOf2025

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]]> Highlights: Knowledge: The New Rules of Competition in an AI World Highlights: Knowledge: The New Rules of Competition in an AI World Tue, 23 Dec 2025 03:00:00 GMT 7:53 693df70c41eacf5e81a2462f false https://shows.acast.com/whats-next-with-philip-meissner/episodes/highlights-knowledge-the-new-rules-of-competition-in-an-ai-w 693df70c41eacf5e81a2462f 67792674d83630b6e3270e16 highlights-knowledge-the-new-rules-of-competition-in-an-ai-w full We’ve curated a 7-minute segment packed with clear insights on why absorbing risk is becoming a new competitive advantage, how AI shifts workflows from automation to coordination, and the deeper strategic questions leaders must ask to navigate the age of AI.


Listen to the full episode now!

Youtube: https://youtu.be/f-nk_CiPe7g

 Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/knowledge-the-new-rules-of-competition-in-an-ai-world/id1793306908?i=1000741462379

 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7FWyHD3bnFpJ1b42VGQylf?si=cc9ff5668a254a7c

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]]> We’ve curated a 7-minute segment packed with clear insights on why absorbing risk is becoming a new competitive advantage, how AI shifts workflows from automation to coordination, and the deeper strategic questions leaders must ask to navigate the age of AI.


Listen to the full episode now!

Youtube: https://youtu.be/f-nk_CiPe7g

 Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/knowledge-the-new-rules-of-competition-in-an-ai-world/id1793306908?i=1000741462379

 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7FWyHD3bnFpJ1b42VGQylf?si=cc9ff5668a254a7c

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]]> Knowledge: The New Rules of Competition in an AI World Knowledge: The New Rules of Competition in an AI World Tue, 16 Dec 2025 03:00:00 GMT 33:09 693df3669bb376c45dbdedc7 false https://shows.acast.com/whats-next-with-philip-meissner/episodes/knowledge-the-new-rules-of-competition-in-an-ai-world 693df3669bb376c45dbdedc7 67792674d83630b6e3270e16 knowledge-the-new-rules-of-competition-in-an-ai-world full 1 23 AI isn’t just transforming industries, it’s rewriting the rules of competition.

In this conversation, bestselling author and strategist Sangeet Paul Choudary breaks down how AI is reshaping the knowledge economy, why expertise is being reinvented, and what separates tomorrow’s winners from everyone else.

 

Here is what we unpack:

• How AI makes knowledge work more abundant and accessible

• Why value now shifts from doing the work to judging and taking smart risks

• How industries are being rebuilt as AI reshapes value chains

• Why companies get stuck by relying too much on AI tools

• Why coordination, not automation, is the real power of AI

 

If you want to understand the future of work, strategy, and competition in the age of AI, watch now and get ahead of the next big shift.


Timestamps:

00:00 Intro

00:53 What binds platforms, ecosystems, and AI

03:37 Why AI reshapes the knowledge economy

05:03 How AI shifts competitive advantage

06:29 Examples of AI reshuffling industries

08:52 Impact of AI on consulting’s pyramid model

10:31 New business models in professional services

12:55 Is AI the death or reinvention of expertise

16:51 The tool-integration trap

20:16 Why absorbing risk becomes essential

22:47 Coordination vs automation

25:43 The most surprising AI question from leaders

26:49 How governments should think about AI

29:09 Which environments shaped his thinking

29:38 Books that influenced him

30:50 How he personally uses AI

32:09 What makes him optimistic about the future


Connect with Philip Meissner:

linkedin.com/in/pmeissner 

 

Connect with Sangeet Choudary:

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sangeetpaul

Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sangeet_Paul_Choudary

Website: http://reshufflebook.com

Amazon book page: Reshuffle: Who wins when AI restacks the knowledge economy


#AIeconomy #FutureOfWork #AIdisruption #KnowledgeEconomy #AIstrategy #AItransformation #FutureOfExpertise #AInetworks #DigitalCompetition #AIfuture #PlatformEconomy #AIinnovation #BusinessStrategy #TechLeadership #AImpact

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]]> AI isn’t just transforming industries, it’s rewriting the rules of competition.

In this conversation, bestselling author and strategist Sangeet Paul Choudary breaks down how AI is reshaping the knowledge economy, why expertise is being reinvented, and what separates tomorrow’s winners from everyone else.

 

Here is what we unpack:

• How AI makes knowledge work more abundant and accessible

• Why value now shifts from doing the work to judging and taking smart risks

• How industries are being rebuilt as AI reshapes value chains

• Why companies get stuck by relying too much on AI tools

• Why coordination, not automation, is the real power of AI

 

If you want to understand the future of work, strategy, and competition in the age of AI, watch now and get ahead of the next big shift.


Timestamps:

00:00 Intro

00:53 What binds platforms, ecosystems, and AI

03:37 Why AI reshapes the knowledge economy

05:03 How AI shifts competitive advantage

06:29 Examples of AI reshuffling industries

08:52 Impact of AI on consulting’s pyramid model

10:31 New business models in professional services

12:55 Is AI the death or reinvention of expertise

16:51 The tool-integration trap

20:16 Why absorbing risk becomes essential

22:47 Coordination vs automation

25:43 The most surprising AI question from leaders

26:49 How governments should think about AI

29:09 Which environments shaped his thinking

29:38 Books that influenced him

30:50 How he personally uses AI

32:09 What makes him optimistic about the future


Connect with Philip Meissner:

linkedin.com/in/pmeissner 

 

Connect with Sangeet Choudary:

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sangeetpaul

Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sangeet_Paul_Choudary

Website: http://reshufflebook.com

Amazon book page: Reshuffle: Who wins when AI restacks the knowledge economy


#AIeconomy #FutureOfWork #AIdisruption #KnowledgeEconomy #AIstrategy #AItransformation #FutureOfExpertise #AInetworks #DigitalCompetition #AIfuture #PlatformEconomy #AIinnovation #BusinessStrategy #TechLeadership #AImpact

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]]> Highlights: Robotics: The Future of Humanoids, Home Robots, and Real-World Use Highlights: Robotics: The Future of Humanoids, Home Robots, and Real-World Use Tue, 09 Dec 2025 03:00:00 GMT 8:58 69367048eab4d846e04c766c false https://shows.acast.com/whats-next-with-philip-meissner/episodes/highlights-robotics-the-future-of-humanoids-home-robots-and 69367048eab4d846e04c766c 67792674d83630b6e3270e16 highlights-robotics-the-future-of-humanoids-home-robots-and full We’ve curated a 7-minute segment packed with Helen Greiner’s most essential insights on humanoid hype vs. reality, where robots will truly add value, why drone delivery is stalled by regulation, which countries will lead, and what world leaders must know to guide the future of robotics…


Listen to the full episode now!

Youtube: https://youtu.be/MvEcbh_4XWY?si=lZ0I2z_GCV2xj1hR

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/robotics-the-future-of-humanoids-home-robots-and/id1793306908?i=1000739222326

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4EcgUxu8oOX4DwxgBBTnpd?si=019ded3252994fca

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]]> We’ve curated a 7-minute segment packed with Helen Greiner’s most essential insights on humanoid hype vs. reality, where robots will truly add value, why drone delivery is stalled by regulation, which countries will lead, and what world leaders must know to guide the future of robotics…


Listen to the full episode now!

Youtube: https://youtu.be/MvEcbh_4XWY?si=lZ0I2z_GCV2xj1hR

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/robotics-the-future-of-humanoids-home-robots-and/id1793306908?i=1000739222326

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4EcgUxu8oOX4DwxgBBTnpd?si=019ded3252994fca

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]]> Robotics: The Future of Humanoids, Home Robots, and Real-World Use Robotics: The Future of Humanoids, Home Robots, and Real-World Use Tue, 02 Dec 2025 03:00:00 GMT 27:06 692d2d1bf3d8e925c6f9eb02 false https://shows.acast.com/whats-next-with-philip-meissner/episodes/robotics-the-future-of-humanoids-home-robots-and-real-world 692d2d1bf3d8e925c6f9eb02 67792674d83630b6e3270e16 robotics-the-future-of-humanoids-home-robots-and-real-world full 1 22 What if robotics isn’t held back by technology—but by a lack of real-world applications?


Robotics legend Helen Greiner, co-founder of iRobot, explains why humanoids, home robots, and drone delivery are closer than ever—yet still struggling to break through. She reveals how AI vision is transforming robot capabilities, why regulation is slowing adoption, and which tasks robots will realistically take over in the next decade.


Watch now and discover what’s truly next in robotics.

 

Timestamps:

00:00 Why a Career in Robotics

00:44 Challenges in Early Robotics

01:59 Broad Robotics Applications

03:10 iRobot’s Early Years

04:03 Robots in the Next Five Years

05:00 Dull, Dirty & Dangerous Jobs

06:05 Robots in the Home

06:35 Robotics vs. AI Progress

07:15 How AI Helps Robotics

07:53 Humanoid Robots Today

09:41 Office Cleaning as First Use Case

10:16 Hardware vs. Software Gaps

10:43 Media Hype vs. Reality

11:53 Where Humanoids Add Value

13:01 Will We Have a Billion Robots?

13:50 Life with Widespread Robots

15:09 Most Exciting Robotics Applications

16:48 Drone Delivery & Regulations

17:41 Countries Leading in Robotics

18:41 Robotics, Security & Policy

20:11 Military Robot Stories

22:45 Robots as Assistants

23:25 Choosing Projects in Robotics

24:33 Advice for Young Engineers

25:15 Bio-Robotics Explained

25:56 What Makes Helen Optimistic


 

Connect with Philip Meissner:

linkedin.com/in/pmeissner 

 

Connect with Helen Greiner:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/helen-greiner-382295/ 



#Robotics #AI #HumanoidRobots #DroneDelivery #Automation #FutureTech #ArtificialIntelligence #RobotApplications #HomeRobots #AutonomousSystems #ComputerVision #TechInnovation #iRobot #RegulationTech #FutureOfWork

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]]> What if robotics isn’t held back by technology—but by a lack of real-world applications?


Robotics legend Helen Greiner, co-founder of iRobot, explains why humanoids, home robots, and drone delivery are closer than ever—yet still struggling to break through. She reveals how AI vision is transforming robot capabilities, why regulation is slowing adoption, and which tasks robots will realistically take over in the next decade.


Watch now and discover what’s truly next in robotics.

 

Timestamps:

00:00 Why a Career in Robotics

00:44 Challenges in Early Robotics

01:59 Broad Robotics Applications

03:10 iRobot’s Early Years

04:03 Robots in the Next Five Years

05:00 Dull, Dirty & Dangerous Jobs

06:05 Robots in the Home

06:35 Robotics vs. AI Progress

07:15 How AI Helps Robotics

07:53 Humanoid Robots Today

09:41 Office Cleaning as First Use Case

10:16 Hardware vs. Software Gaps

10:43 Media Hype vs. Reality

11:53 Where Humanoids Add Value

13:01 Will We Have a Billion Robots?

13:50 Life with Widespread Robots

15:09 Most Exciting Robotics Applications

16:48 Drone Delivery & Regulations

17:41 Countries Leading in Robotics

18:41 Robotics, Security & Policy

20:11 Military Robot Stories

22:45 Robots as Assistants

23:25 Choosing Projects in Robotics

24:33 Advice for Young Engineers

25:15 Bio-Robotics Explained

25:56 What Makes Helen Optimistic


 

Connect with Philip Meissner:

linkedin.com/in/pmeissner 

 

Connect with Helen Greiner:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/helen-greiner-382295/ 



#Robotics #AI #HumanoidRobots #DroneDelivery #Automation #FutureTech #ArtificialIntelligence #RobotApplications #HomeRobots #AutonomousSystems #ComputerVision #TechInnovation #iRobot #RegulationTech #FutureOfWork

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]]> Highlights: Mining: Reinventing the Backbone of Modern Civilization Highlights: Mining: Reinventing the Backbone of Modern Civilization Tue, 25 Nov 2025 03:00:00 GMT 8:28 692401739274ead23ccbdd77 false https://shows.acast.com/whats-next-with-philip-meissner/episodes/highlights-mining-reinventing-the-backbone-of-modern-civiliz 692401739274ead23ccbdd77 67792674d83630b6e3270e16 highlights-mining-reinventing-the-backbone-of-modern-civiliz full We’ve curated a powerful 7-minute cut showcasing breakthrough mining tech, from using electricity to recover metals from old batteries to plants that pull minerals from the soil, revealing how innovation and sustainability are transforming the future of mining.


Listen to the full episode now!

Youtube: https://youtu.be/VCTh2ci1YfQ

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ch/podcast/mining-reinventing-the-backbone-of-modern-civilization/id1793306908?i=1000737184819&l=en-GB

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5mmrse2rNIXSOf3f0dSal3?si=xl2pG7WFTwm3iZe-fv2gug

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]]> We’ve curated a powerful 7-minute cut showcasing breakthrough mining tech, from using electricity to recover metals from old batteries to plants that pull minerals from the soil, revealing how innovation and sustainability are transforming the future of mining.


Listen to the full episode now!

Youtube: https://youtu.be/VCTh2ci1YfQ

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ch/podcast/mining-reinventing-the-backbone-of-modern-civilization/id1793306908?i=1000737184819&l=en-GB

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5mmrse2rNIXSOf3f0dSal3?si=xl2pG7WFTwm3iZe-fv2gug

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]]> Mining: Reinventing the Backbone of Modern Civilization Mining: Reinventing the Backbone of Modern Civilization Tue, 18 Nov 2025 03:00:00 GMT 39:01 691a6e44243c8d8870f347fe false https://shows.acast.com/whats-next-with-philip-meissner/episodes/mining-reinventing-the-backbone-of-modern-civilization 691a6e44243c8d8870f347fe 67792674d83630b6e3270e16 mining-reinventing-the-backbone-of-modern-civilization full 1 21 Behind every breakthrough in AI, energy, and infrastructure lies one critical industry: mining.


In this episode, Vivek Salgaocar, founder of Prospect Innovation, reveals why mining sits at the center of every major global transformation, from AI and EVs to defense and renewable power. He explains how innovation, data, and sustainability are reshaping one of the world’s oldest industries, and why smarter resource use will define the next era of economic growth.


🎧 Discover how technology is turning mining into the hidden engine of the modern world. Watch now.

Timestamps

00:00 Why mining matters more than most people realize

01:16 How geopolitics, economy and technology reshape mining

02:56 Biggest misconception about the mining industry

04:18 What inspired Vivek to create Prospect Innovation

06:30 Breakthrough technologies transforming mining

09:11 Mining technologies shaping the next 5 years

11:27 How innovation changes mining business models

14:26 Vivek’s vision of the mine of the future

17:13 How risk-averse industries can adopt innovation

20:02 Advice for entrepreneurs entering mining

21:59 How innovation redefines global resource security

27:40 Asteroid and deep-sea mining in our lifetime

31:03 Vivek’s toughest leadership moments

33:12 Lessons from combining family business and innovation

35:13 Skills the next generation of mining leaders need

37:37 What makes Vivek optimistic about mining’s future

Connect with Philip Meissner:

linkedin.com/in/pmeissner

Connect with Vivek Salgaocar:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/vivek-salgaocar/

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]]> Behind every breakthrough in AI, energy, and infrastructure lies one critical industry: mining.


In this episode, Vivek Salgaocar, founder of Prospect Innovation, reveals why mining sits at the center of every major global transformation, from AI and EVs to defense and renewable power. He explains how innovation, data, and sustainability are reshaping one of the world’s oldest industries, and why smarter resource use will define the next era of economic growth.


🎧 Discover how technology is turning mining into the hidden engine of the modern world. Watch now.

Timestamps

00:00 Why mining matters more than most people realize

01:16 How geopolitics, economy and technology reshape mining

02:56 Biggest misconception about the mining industry

04:18 What inspired Vivek to create Prospect Innovation

06:30 Breakthrough technologies transforming mining

09:11 Mining technologies shaping the next 5 years

11:27 How innovation changes mining business models

14:26 Vivek’s vision of the mine of the future

17:13 How risk-averse industries can adopt innovation

20:02 Advice for entrepreneurs entering mining

21:59 How innovation redefines global resource security

27:40 Asteroid and deep-sea mining in our lifetime

31:03 Vivek’s toughest leadership moments

33:12 Lessons from combining family business and innovation

35:13 Skills the next generation of mining leaders need

37:37 What makes Vivek optimistic about mining’s future

Connect with Philip Meissner:

linkedin.com/in/pmeissner

Connect with Vivek Salgaocar:

https://www.linkedin.com/in/vivek-salgaocar/

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]]> Highlights: AI and Infrastructure: Leading the AI Transformation Highlights: AI and Infrastructure: Leading the AI Transformation Tue, 11 Nov 2025 03:00:11 GMT 8:37 69115757cbea05d157eca177 false https://shows.acast.com/whats-next-with-philip-meissner/episodes/highlights-ai-and-infrastructure-leading-the-ai-transformati 69115757cbea05d157eca177 67792674d83630b6e3270e16 highlights-ai-and-infrastructure-leading-the-ai-transformati full We’ve curated a special cut showing how AI is changing leadership, why real results come from business goals, not technology, and why good data is the key to success.


Listen to the full episode now!

Youtube: https://youtu.be/YZf7J-wth4k

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ch/podcast/ai-and-infrastructure-leading-the-ai-transformation/id1793306908?i=1000735142934&l=en-GB

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4xN09GiSsypJ8zm1soSl6X?si=8eac67b43eac4e7a

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]]> We’ve curated a special cut showing how AI is changing leadership, why real results come from business goals, not technology, and why good data is the key to success.


Listen to the full episode now!

Youtube: https://youtu.be/YZf7J-wth4k

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ch/podcast/ai-and-infrastructure-leading-the-ai-transformation/id1793306908?i=1000735142934&l=en-GB

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4xN09GiSsypJ8zm1soSl6X?si=8eac67b43eac4e7a

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]]> AI and Infrastructure: Leading the AI Transformation AI and Infrastructure: Leading the AI Transformation Tue, 04 Nov 2025 03:00:00 GMT 29:14 69082634c89076b5e25c9c3e false https://shows.acast.com/whats-next-with-philip-meissner/episodes/ai-and-infrastructure-leading-the-ai-transformation 69082634c89076b5e25c9c3e 67792674d83630b6e3270e16 ai-and-infrastructure-leading-the-ai-transformation full 1 20 In this episode, we explore how the cloud has become the foundation of modern business and how AI is transforming not just technology, but the way leaders make decisions and build teams. Discover why success depends on outcomes, not hype, and how data strategy is now the ultimate competitive edge.


Tune in to learn what the future of enterprise innovation really looks like and how to stay ahead of it. Watch now and see what’s next.

Timestamps:

00:00 The Best Advice to Younger Self

00:30 Explaining the Cloud Simply

01:19 The Next Generation of Cloud

01:53 The Biggest Shift He Witnessed

02:56 Outcome-Based Pricing Models

04:48 Early Adopters vs. Late Movers

06:32 How to Drive Adoption

08:20 Cloud as the Foundation of AI

09:09 Who’s Profiting from AI?

11:54 Will Cloud Capacity Run Out?

14:09 Cloud as Critical Infrastructure

15:12 The Future of AI Decision-Making

17:33 Leading Humans and AI Agents

19:21 Why Most AI Projects Fail

21:09 The One Question Every CEO Should Ask

22:38 Lessons from Two Decades at SAP

24:35 Advice for Young Tech Leaders

27:00 The Next Decade of Enterprise Tech

27:33 Optimism for the Future

Connect with Philip Meissner:

linkedin.com/in/pmeissner

Connect with Thomas Saueressig:

linkedin.com/in/thsaueressig


#AILeadership #DigitalTransformation #CloudComputing #EnterpriseTechnology #FutureOfWork #AIinBusiness #DataStrategy #BusinessInnovation #TechLeadership #ArtificialIntelligence #CloudStrategy #AIAdoption #DigitalInnovation #BusinessTransformation #FutureOfAI

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]]> In this episode, we explore how the cloud has become the foundation of modern business and how AI is transforming not just technology, but the way leaders make decisions and build teams. Discover why success depends on outcomes, not hype, and how data strategy is now the ultimate competitive edge.


Tune in to learn what the future of enterprise innovation really looks like and how to stay ahead of it. Watch now and see what’s next.

Timestamps:

00:00 The Best Advice to Younger Self

00:30 Explaining the Cloud Simply

01:19 The Next Generation of Cloud

01:53 The Biggest Shift He Witnessed

02:56 Outcome-Based Pricing Models

04:48 Early Adopters vs. Late Movers

06:32 How to Drive Adoption

08:20 Cloud as the Foundation of AI

09:09 Who’s Profiting from AI?

11:54 Will Cloud Capacity Run Out?

14:09 Cloud as Critical Infrastructure

15:12 The Future of AI Decision-Making

17:33 Leading Humans and AI Agents

19:21 Why Most AI Projects Fail

21:09 The One Question Every CEO Should Ask

22:38 Lessons from Two Decades at SAP

24:35 Advice for Young Tech Leaders

27:00 The Next Decade of Enterprise Tech

27:33 Optimism for the Future

Connect with Philip Meissner:

linkedin.com/in/pmeissner

Connect with Thomas Saueressig:

linkedin.com/in/thsaueressig


#AILeadership #DigitalTransformation #CloudComputing #EnterpriseTechnology #FutureOfWork #AIinBusiness #DataStrategy #BusinessInnovation #TechLeadership #ArtificialIntelligence #CloudStrategy #AIAdoption #DigitalInnovation #BusinessTransformation #FutureOfAI

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]]> Highlights: Responsible AI: Driving Innovation Through Diversity Highlights: Responsible AI: Driving Innovation Through Diversity Tue, 28 Oct 2025 02:00:00 GMT 9:56 68f5b480e2cf93c31440abe1 false https://shows.acast.com/whats-next-with-philip-meissner/episodes/highlights-responsible-ai-driving-innovation-through-diversi 68f5b480e2cf93c31440abe1 67792674d83630b6e3270e16 highlights-responsible-ai-driving-innovation-through-diversi full Watch our 7-minute highlight to discover how responsible AI can reduce bias, lift unheard voices, and make technology fair for all.


Listen to the full episode now!

Youtube: https://youtu.be/MEG7WAr6SmE

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ch/podcast/responsible-ai-driving-innovation-through-diversity/id1793306908?i=1000732741125&l=en-GB

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5hR353YL458EkUvKzWwIJ8?si=e3643d3fbb63499a

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]]> Watch our 7-minute highlight to discover how responsible AI can reduce bias, lift unheard voices, and make technology fair for all.


Listen to the full episode now!

Youtube: https://youtu.be/MEG7WAr6SmE

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ch/podcast/responsible-ai-driving-innovation-through-diversity/id1793306908?i=1000732741125&l=en-GB

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5hR353YL458EkUvKzWwIJ8?si=e3643d3fbb63499a

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]]> Responsible AI: Driving Innovation Through Diversity Responsible AI: Driving Innovation Through Diversity Tue, 21 Oct 2025 02:00:00 GMT 35:39 68f5b232842e1823cc1b8b70 false https://shows.acast.com/whats-next-with-philip-meissner/episodes/responsible-ai-driving-innovation-through-diversity 68f5b232842e1823cc1b8b70 67792674d83630b6e3270e16 responsible-ai-driving-innovation-through-diversity full 1 19 Could artificial intelligence, once accused of amplifying human bias, now become one of our greatest tools for building a fairer, more inclusive world?


In this episode, Luana Génot, founder of Instituto Identidades do Brasil, reveals how responsible AI can become a force for equity, innovation, and economic growth. From reshaping corporate inclusion strategies to advising Brazil’s Presidential Council, Luana shows how diversity drives smarter decisions and even better business outcomes. She also exposes why backlash is a sign of progress and how inclusive data can turn bias into breakthroughs.


🎧 Watch now to discover how responsible AI can build a fairer, more competitive future for everyone.

Timestamps:

00:00 Intro

01:09 From Advertising to Equity & Inclusion

02:14 How Companies’ Mindsets Have Shifted

04:10 Lip Service vs. Real Change

06:42 Understanding the Backlash Against DEI

09:16 Diversity as a Competitive Advantage

13:14 Measuring DEI Success with KPIs

15:39 Bringing Inclusion to Brazil’s Presidential Council

18:21 What Makes AI Responsible

21:08 Testing AI for Fairness

23:10 Making AI Benefit Everyone

26:26 Hardest Leadership Lesson

28:29 Role Models and Inspiration

31:16 The Brazil She Hopes to See

33:39 What Makes Her Optimistic


Connect with Philip Meissner:

linkedin.com/in/pmeissner

Connect with Luana Génot

linkedin.com/in/luanagenot


#ResponsibleAI #AIForGood #ArtificialIntelligence #EthicalAI #FutureOfAI #EquityAndInclusion #DiversityInTech #InclusiveInnovation #TechForAll #AIWithoutBias #DigitalTransformation #SustainableInnovation #TechLeadership #SocialImpact #HumanCenteredAI

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]]> Could artificial intelligence, once accused of amplifying human bias, now become one of our greatest tools for building a fairer, more inclusive world?


In this episode, Luana Génot, founder of Instituto Identidades do Brasil, reveals how responsible AI can become a force for equity, innovation, and economic growth. From reshaping corporate inclusion strategies to advising Brazil’s Presidential Council, Luana shows how diversity drives smarter decisions and even better business outcomes. She also exposes why backlash is a sign of progress and how inclusive data can turn bias into breakthroughs.


🎧 Watch now to discover how responsible AI can build a fairer, more competitive future for everyone.

Timestamps:

00:00 Intro

01:09 From Advertising to Equity & Inclusion

02:14 How Companies’ Mindsets Have Shifted

04:10 Lip Service vs. Real Change

06:42 Understanding the Backlash Against DEI

09:16 Diversity as a Competitive Advantage

13:14 Measuring DEI Success with KPIs

15:39 Bringing Inclusion to Brazil’s Presidential Council

18:21 What Makes AI Responsible

21:08 Testing AI for Fairness

23:10 Making AI Benefit Everyone

26:26 Hardest Leadership Lesson

28:29 Role Models and Inspiration

31:16 The Brazil She Hopes to See

33:39 What Makes Her Optimistic


Connect with Philip Meissner:

linkedin.com/in/pmeissner

Connect with Luana Génot

linkedin.com/in/luanagenot


#ResponsibleAI #AIForGood #ArtificialIntelligence #EthicalAI #FutureOfAI #EquityAndInclusion #DiversityInTech #InclusiveInnovation #TechForAll #AIWithoutBias #DigitalTransformation #SustainableInnovation #TechLeadership #SocialImpact #HumanCenteredAI

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]]> Highlights: Blockchain: Redefining Finance, Technology, and Society Highlights: Blockchain: Redefining Finance, Technology, and Society Tue, 14 Oct 2025 02:00:00 GMT 8:46 68e1d00e2ba1e616c1e70b87 false https://shows.acast.com/whats-next-with-philip-meissner/episodes/highlights-blockchain-redefining-finance-technology-and-soci 68e1d00e2ba1e616c1e70b87 67792674d83630b6e3270e16 highlights-blockchain-redefining-finance-technology-and-soci full We’ve curated a special cut revealing how blockchain’s hidden infrastructure, from data security to energy use, is set to transform finance, technology, and everyday life.


Listen to the full episode now!

Youtube: https://youtu.be/Xc3cc9VnT3E

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ch/podcast/blockchain-redefining-finance-technology-and-society/id1793306908?i=1000730507229&l=en-GB

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/03yq0t5BDCiBq0tKRcEzek?si=97058bbe27624e1b

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]]> We’ve curated a special cut revealing how blockchain’s hidden infrastructure, from data security to energy use, is set to transform finance, technology, and everyday life.


Listen to the full episode now!

Youtube: https://youtu.be/Xc3cc9VnT3E

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ch/podcast/blockchain-redefining-finance-technology-and-society/id1793306908?i=1000730507229&l=en-GB

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/03yq0t5BDCiBq0tKRcEzek?si=97058bbe27624e1b

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]]> Blockchain: Redefining Finance, Technology, and Society Blockchain: Redefining Finance, Technology, and Society Tue, 07 Oct 2025 02:00:00 GMT 32:32 68e1be1b8ade82e20ed9596a false https://shows.acast.com/whats-next-with-philip-meissner/episodes/blockchain-redefining-finance-technology-and-society 68e1be1b8ade82e20ed9596a 67792674d83630b6e3270e16 blockchain-redefining-finance-technology-and-society full 1 18 What if blockchain isn’t just about crypto, but the backbone of our future? In this episode, Agnes Budzyn, a former Wall Street executive turned blockchain investor, explains how decentralized technologies are reshaping finance, powering Web3, unlocking the potential of stablecoins, and driving a new wave of digital infrastructure.


From tokenization to regulation, and from hidden risks to massive opportunities, she reveals why blockchain is more than hype. It’s the quiet revolution already changing how we live, work, and connect.


Timestamps:

00:00 Why decentralized tech is the future of finance

01:22 Blockchain as a database and its benefits

03:24 Web3: the next phase of the internet

04:49 Stablecoins and their global potential

06:40 How does stablecoin work

07:34 Traditional vs. decentralized finance 

09:00 Risks in blockchain adoption

10:47 Blockchain applications for businesses

12:24 Tokenization & new business models

13:38 Exciting blockchain infrastructure trends

15:51 How will blockchain change our everyday life

18:14 Lessons from the financial crisis at BlackRock

19:42 Hidden risks in today’s finance and tech

20:51 The role of regulators in digital assets

22:32 Coping with stress in high-pressure environments

26:17 Transitioning from Wall Street to blockchain

28:13 Balancing hype cycles with long-term fundamentals

29:42 What makes Agnes optimistic about the future


Connect with Philip Meissner:

linkedin.com/in/pmeissner 


#Blockchain #FutureOfFinance #Decentralization #Web3 #Stablecoins #DigitalAssets #BlockchainTechnology #Tokenization #CryptoInnovation #BlockchainForBusiness #BlockchainRevolution #Fintech #FinancialInnovation #DigitalInfrastructure #NextGenFinance

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]]> What if blockchain isn’t just about crypto, but the backbone of our future? In this episode, Agnes Budzyn, a former Wall Street executive turned blockchain investor, explains how decentralized technologies are reshaping finance, powering Web3, unlocking the potential of stablecoins, and driving a new wave of digital infrastructure.


From tokenization to regulation, and from hidden risks to massive opportunities, she reveals why blockchain is more than hype. It’s the quiet revolution already changing how we live, work, and connect.


Timestamps:

00:00 Why decentralized tech is the future of finance

01:22 Blockchain as a database and its benefits

03:24 Web3: the next phase of the internet

04:49 Stablecoins and their global potential

06:40 How does stablecoin work

07:34 Traditional vs. decentralized finance 

09:00 Risks in blockchain adoption

10:47 Blockchain applications for businesses

12:24 Tokenization & new business models

13:38 Exciting blockchain infrastructure trends

15:51 How will blockchain change our everyday life

18:14 Lessons from the financial crisis at BlackRock

19:42 Hidden risks in today’s finance and tech

20:51 The role of regulators in digital assets

22:32 Coping with stress in high-pressure environments

26:17 Transitioning from Wall Street to blockchain

28:13 Balancing hype cycles with long-term fundamentals

29:42 What makes Agnes optimistic about the future


Connect with Philip Meissner:

linkedin.com/in/pmeissner 


#Blockchain #FutureOfFinance #Decentralization #Web3 #Stablecoins #DigitalAssets #BlockchainTechnology #Tokenization #CryptoInnovation #BlockchainForBusiness #BlockchainRevolution #Fintech #FinancialInnovation #DigitalInfrastructure #NextGenFinance

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]]> Highlights: Green Industrialization: Namibia’s Path to Global Leadership in Clean Hydrogen Highlights: Green Industrialization: Namibia’s Path to Global Leadership in Clean Hydrogen Tue, 30 Sep 2025 02:00:00 GMT 8:16 68cfb3e8146cfd1a65e821aa false https://shows.acast.com/whats-next-with-philip-meissner/episodes/highlights-green-industrialization-namibias-path-to-global-l 68cfb3e8146cfd1a65e821aa 67792674d83630b6e3270e16 highlights-green-industrialization-namibias-path-to-global-l full We’ve curated a powerful 7-minute cut unpacking Namibia’s bold hydrogen vision, showing how inspired leadership turned risk into opportunity, why global players are betting on its green future, and what other nations can learn from this daring industrial leap.


Listen to the full episode now!

Youtube: https://youtu.be/30Z35uWkb9U

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/tr/podcast/green-industrialization-namibias-path-to-global-leadership/id1793306908?i=1000727970566

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1ExdrbQsGm2SoVYGeDhb1U?si=80ec4f89be7341a7

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]]> We’ve curated a powerful 7-minute cut unpacking Namibia’s bold hydrogen vision, showing how inspired leadership turned risk into opportunity, why global players are betting on its green future, and what other nations can learn from this daring industrial leap.


Listen to the full episode now!

Youtube: https://youtu.be/30Z35uWkb9U

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/tr/podcast/green-industrialization-namibias-path-to-global-leadership/id1793306908?i=1000727970566

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1ExdrbQsGm2SoVYGeDhb1U?si=80ec4f89be7341a7

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]]> Green Industrialization: Namibia’s Path to Global Leadership in Clean Hydrogen Green Industrialization: Namibia’s Path to Global Leadership in Clean Hydrogen Tue, 23 Sep 2025 02:00:00 GMT 39:21 68cfb29a2cf15c8db0d37a25 false https://shows.acast.com/whats-next-with-philip-meissner/episodes/green-industrialization-namibias-path-to-global-leadership-i 68cfb29a2cf15c8db0d37a25 67792674d83630b6e3270e16 green-industrialization-namibias-path-to-global-leadership-i full 1 17 Can a small nation lead the next industrial revolution? Namibia is betting big on green hydrogen to fuel growth, cut carbon, and build entirely new industries from scratch.


Discover how the country’s bold strategy could transform its economy, inspire Africa, and position Namibia at the forefront of the global clean energy race. Watch now to see how green industrialization is reshaping the future.


Timestamps:

00:00 What Green Industrialization Means to James

01:00 The Boldest Career Move

01:43 Starting the Green Hydrogen Journey

03:04 Making the Case for Hydrogen

04:47 Hydrogen Explained Simply

06:34 Namibia’s Green Industrialization Blueprint

09:24 Visionary Leadership & Early Wins

11:29 Collaboration with Global Partners

13:22 Africa’s Green Hydrogen Alliance

16:19 Turning Strategy into Execution

19:30 Balancing Public & Private Interests

22:38 Africa in the New Global Order

26:04 Namibia’s 10-Year Vision

28:56 Moving from Private to Public Sector

30:56 What James Had to Learn & Unlearn

33:08 Advice for Others

35:51 What Makes James Optimistic


Connect with Philip Meissner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pmeissner


Connect with James Mnyupe

https://www.linkedin.com/company/james-mnyupe/


Check out James' TED Talk: https://www.ted.com/talks/james_mnyupe_a_small_nation_s_surprising_solution_to_unemployment


#GreenIndustrialization #SustainableDevelopment #Namibia #GreenHydrogen #RenewableEnergy #CleanEnergyFuture #AfricanInnovation #EconomicTransformation #ClimateAction #SustainableAfrica #HydrogenEconomy #EnergyTransition #FutureOfAfrica #GlobalSustainability #GreenGrowth

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]]> Can a small nation lead the next industrial revolution? Namibia is betting big on green hydrogen to fuel growth, cut carbon, and build entirely new industries from scratch.


Discover how the country’s bold strategy could transform its economy, inspire Africa, and position Namibia at the forefront of the global clean energy race. Watch now to see how green industrialization is reshaping the future.


Timestamps:

00:00 What Green Industrialization Means to James

01:00 The Boldest Career Move

01:43 Starting the Green Hydrogen Journey

03:04 Making the Case for Hydrogen

04:47 Hydrogen Explained Simply

06:34 Namibia’s Green Industrialization Blueprint

09:24 Visionary Leadership & Early Wins

11:29 Collaboration with Global Partners

13:22 Africa’s Green Hydrogen Alliance

16:19 Turning Strategy into Execution

19:30 Balancing Public & Private Interests

22:38 Africa in the New Global Order

26:04 Namibia’s 10-Year Vision

28:56 Moving from Private to Public Sector

30:56 What James Had to Learn & Unlearn

33:08 Advice for Others

35:51 What Makes James Optimistic


Connect with Philip Meissner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pmeissner


Connect with James Mnyupe

https://www.linkedin.com/company/james-mnyupe/


Check out James' TED Talk: https://www.ted.com/talks/james_mnyupe_a_small_nation_s_surprising_solution_to_unemployment


#GreenIndustrialization #SustainableDevelopment #Namibia #GreenHydrogen #RenewableEnergy #CleanEnergyFuture #AfricanInnovation #EconomicTransformation #ClimateAction #SustainableAfrica #HydrogenEconomy #EnergyTransition #FutureOfAfrica #GlobalSustainability #GreenGrowth

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]]> Highlights: Health: Leapfrogging Old Systems with Smarter Solutions Highlights: Health: Leapfrogging Old Systems with Smarter Solutions Tue, 16 Sep 2025 02:00:00 GMT 30:37 68c7b21e5819338468ae575a false https://shows.acast.com/whats-next-with-philip-meissner/episodes/highlights-health-leapfrogging-old-systems-with-smarter-solu 68c7b21e5819338468ae575a 67792674d83630b6e3270e16 highlights-health-leapfrogging-old-systems-with-smarter-solu full We’ve curated a powerful 7-minute cut uncovering how real healthcare innovation comes from the ground up, from Rwanda’s telehealth and drones to Thailand’s community health networks, showing why the future of global health is less about Silicon Valley and more about resilient, human-led systems built to last.


Listen to the full episode now!

Youtube: https://youtu.be/rjOEVtAxh7k

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/tr/podcast/health-leapfrogging-old-systems-with-smarter-solutions/id1793306908?i=1000725632621

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3aHRnrf8CS6dTFwN7HSnS5?si=49f90a37553b48d1

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]]> We’ve curated a powerful 7-minute cut uncovering how real healthcare innovation comes from the ground up, from Rwanda’s telehealth and drones to Thailand’s community health networks, showing why the future of global health is less about Silicon Valley and more about resilient, human-led systems built to last.


Listen to the full episode now!

Youtube: https://youtu.be/rjOEVtAxh7k

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/tr/podcast/health-leapfrogging-old-systems-with-smarter-solutions/id1793306908?i=1000725632621

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3aHRnrf8CS6dTFwN7HSnS5?si=49f90a37553b48d1

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]]> Health: Leapfrogging Old Systems with Smarter Solutions Health: Leapfrogging Old Systems with Smarter Solutions Tue, 09 Sep 2025 02:00:00 GMT 30:37 68b5ff7ac4be5312d279de0f false https://shows.acast.com/whats-next-with-philip-meissner/episodes/health-leapfrogging-old-systems-with-smarter-solutions 68b5ff7ac4be5312d279de0f 67792674d83630b6e3270e16 health-leapfrogging-old-systems-with-smarter-solutions full 1 16 What does the future of global health really look like?


In this powerful conversation, Mishti Sivaramakrishnan shares how fragile healthcare systems are being tested by pandemics, climate change, and political conflict—and why resilience, innovation, and community voices are key to survival. From leapfrogging outdated systems to the promise of digital health and telemedicine, discover what’s working, what’s failing, and how we can build a fairer, healthier world.

Timestamps:

00:00 Mishti’s path into public health and why it matters

02:46 Biggest challenges facing global healthcare today

05:23 Why access to care is still so uneven

07:52 Tech trends shaping the next decade of healthcare

10:01 Real-world examples of technology making a difference

13:19 Ground-up innovations vs Silicon Valley solutions

15:30 Leapfrogging: building new healthcare systems from scratch

18:30 A vision for inclusive, tech-enabled healthcare

21:06 Caring for young and aging populations globally

24:55 One wish for global health policymakers

26:11 Small but meaningful actions listeners can take

27:06 Lessons learned from working directly with communities

28:04 Message for future global health leaders

29:11 What makes Mishti optimistic about the future


Connect with Philip Meissner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pmeissner


Connect with Sharmishta Sivaramakrishnan

https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharmishta-s-964064217/


#GlobalHealth #PublicHealth #HealthEquity #HealthcareInnovation #DigitalHealth #Telehealth #HealthSystems #GlobalHealthcare #HealthAccess #HealthcarePolicy #HealthTech #Leapfrogging #CommunityHealth #HealthForAll #FutureOfHealth

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]]> What does the future of global health really look like?


In this powerful conversation, Mishti Sivaramakrishnan shares how fragile healthcare systems are being tested by pandemics, climate change, and political conflict—and why resilience, innovation, and community voices are key to survival. From leapfrogging outdated systems to the promise of digital health and telemedicine, discover what’s working, what’s failing, and how we can build a fairer, healthier world.

Timestamps:

00:00 Mishti’s path into public health and why it matters

02:46 Biggest challenges facing global healthcare today

05:23 Why access to care is still so uneven

07:52 Tech trends shaping the next decade of healthcare

10:01 Real-world examples of technology making a difference

13:19 Ground-up innovations vs Silicon Valley solutions

15:30 Leapfrogging: building new healthcare systems from scratch

18:30 A vision for inclusive, tech-enabled healthcare

21:06 Caring for young and aging populations globally

24:55 One wish for global health policymakers

26:11 Small but meaningful actions listeners can take

27:06 Lessons learned from working directly with communities

28:04 Message for future global health leaders

29:11 What makes Mishti optimistic about the future


Connect with Philip Meissner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pmeissner


Connect with Sharmishta Sivaramakrishnan

https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharmishta-s-964064217/


#GlobalHealth #PublicHealth #HealthEquity #HealthcareInnovation #DigitalHealth #Telehealth #HealthSystems #GlobalHealthcare #HealthAccess #HealthcarePolicy #HealthTech #Leapfrogging #CommunityHealth #HealthForAll #FutureOfHealth

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]]> Highlights: Defense: The Tech and Command Skills to Win Tomorrow’s Wars Highlights: Defense: The Tech and Command Skills to Win Tomorrow’s Wars Tue, 02 Sep 2025 02:00:00 GMT 7:58 68b5383635734dc7199eb822 false https://shows.acast.com/whats-next-with-philip-meissner/episodes/highlights-defense-the-tech-and-command-skills-to-win-tomorr 68b5383635734dc7199eb822 67792674d83630b6e3270e16 highlights-defense-the-tech-and-command-skills-to-win-tomorr full We’ve curated a special 7-minute episode covering Ukraine’s unexpected war, Gaza’s costly strategic errors, rising Taiwan tensions, and why a Second Cold War, and stronger NATO, US, and European action, may be vital to preserving global peace.


Listen to the full episode now!

Youtube: https://youtu.be/ysqIFpoDQ-A

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/tr/podcast/defense-the-tech-and-command-skills-to-win-tomorrows-wars/id1793306908?i=1000723524501

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3eNM3tB0H0qRbH8P4UGAXd?si=28db4a13b30b4a97

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]]> We’ve curated a special 7-minute episode covering Ukraine’s unexpected war, Gaza’s costly strategic errors, rising Taiwan tensions, and why a Second Cold War, and stronger NATO, US, and European action, may be vital to preserving global peace.


Listen to the full episode now!

Youtube: https://youtu.be/ysqIFpoDQ-A

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/tr/podcast/defense-the-tech-and-command-skills-to-win-tomorrows-wars/id1793306908?i=1000723524501

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3eNM3tB0H0qRbH8P4UGAXd?si=28db4a13b30b4a97

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]]> Defense: The Tech and Command Skills to Win Tomorrow’s Wars Defense: The Tech and Command Skills to Win Tomorrow’s Wars Tue, 26 Aug 2025 02:00:00 GMT 28:55 68abf703352b565deb86da45 false https://shows.acast.com/whats-next-with-philip-meissner/episodes/defense-the-tech-and-command-skills-to-win-tomorrows-wars 68abf703352b565deb86da45 67792674d83630b6e3270e16 defense-the-tech-and-command-skills-to-win-tomorrows-wars full 1 15 What if the next global crisis is already taking shape? Former NATO commander Sir Richard Shirreff joins us to share blunt insights on the realities of modern warfare, the role of AI and drones, and the flashpoints, from Ukraine and the Middle East to Taiwan, that could spark worldwide conflict. Along the way, he offers hard-earned lessons on leadership, resilience, and staying prepared in an unpredictable world.

Timestamps:

00:00 Misconceptions about war and risk

01:15 Total defense and Finland’s model

03:50 Threats to the global liberal order

07:24 “War with Russia” predictions vs reality

09:11 Global flashpoints: Middle East & Taiwan

12:33 Preparing for a second Cold War

14:46 Drones, AI, and the future of warfare

16:29 The challenge of information warfare

17:50 Military strategy lessons for business

21:54 Crisis management and readiness

23:54 Building agile leadership

26:16 Leadership lessons from the field

27:06 The hardest order to give

28:09 Surprises in the business world

29:52 Optimism for the future


Connect with Philip Meissner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pmeissner


Connect with Sir Richard Shirreff

https://www.linkedin.com/in/richard-shirreff-409a9618/


#NATO #GlobalSecurity #DefenseStrategy #UkraineWar #RussiaUkraine #MiddleEastCrisis #TaiwanChina #ColdWar #MilitaryLeadership #AIMilitary #DronesWarfare #InformationWarfare #Geopolitics #CrisisManagement #ModernWarfare

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]]> What if the next global crisis is already taking shape? Former NATO commander Sir Richard Shirreff joins us to share blunt insights on the realities of modern warfare, the role of AI and drones, and the flashpoints, from Ukraine and the Middle East to Taiwan, that could spark worldwide conflict. Along the way, he offers hard-earned lessons on leadership, resilience, and staying prepared in an unpredictable world.

Timestamps:

00:00 Misconceptions about war and risk

01:15 Total defense and Finland’s model

03:50 Threats to the global liberal order

07:24 “War with Russia” predictions vs reality

09:11 Global flashpoints: Middle East & Taiwan

12:33 Preparing for a second Cold War

14:46 Drones, AI, and the future of warfare

16:29 The challenge of information warfare

17:50 Military strategy lessons for business

21:54 Crisis management and readiness

23:54 Building agile leadership

26:16 Leadership lessons from the field

27:06 The hardest order to give

28:09 Surprises in the business world

29:52 Optimism for the future


Connect with Philip Meissner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pmeissner


Connect with Sir Richard Shirreff

https://www.linkedin.com/in/richard-shirreff-409a9618/


#NATO #GlobalSecurity #DefenseStrategy #UkraineWar #RussiaUkraine #MiddleEastCrisis #TaiwanChina #ColdWar #MilitaryLeadership #AIMilitary #DronesWarfare #InformationWarfare #Geopolitics #CrisisManagement #ModernWarfare

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]]> Highlights: Imagination: How Bold Companies Thrive in a Fast-Changing World Highlights: Imagination: How Bold Companies Thrive in a Fast-Changing World Tue, 19 Aug 2025 02:02:11 GMT 8:53 68a3db29352b565debf8315d false https://shows.acast.com/whats-next-with-philip-meissner/episodes/highlights-imagination-how-bold-companies-thrive-in-a-fast-c 68a3db29352b565debf8315d 67792674d83630b6e3270e16 highlights-imagination-how-bold-companies-thrive-in-a-fast-c full We’ve curated a powerful 7‑minute cut exploring the surprising truth behind innovation. Hear how the Facebook Like button was born, why breakthroughs are rarely the work of a lone genius, and why real innovation is messy, social, and full of unexpected twists.


Listen to the full episode now!

Youtube: https://youtu.be/qW6K1FBgC9I

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/tr/podcast/imagination-how-bold-companies-thrive-in-a-fast/id1793306908?i=1000721587505

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3W0uhB5AT3SjniZ2naX8kG?si=9kZritJlRFa_043-8DBAlw

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]]> We’ve curated a powerful 7‑minute cut exploring the surprising truth behind innovation. Hear how the Facebook Like button was born, why breakthroughs are rarely the work of a lone genius, and why real innovation is messy, social, and full of unexpected twists.


Listen to the full episode now!

Youtube: https://youtu.be/qW6K1FBgC9I

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/tr/podcast/imagination-how-bold-companies-thrive-in-a-fast/id1793306908?i=1000721587505

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3W0uhB5AT3SjniZ2naX8kG?si=9kZritJlRFa_043-8DBAlw

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]]> Imagination: How Bold Companies Thrive in a Fast-Changing World Imagination: How Bold Companies Thrive in a Fast-Changing World Tue, 12 Aug 2025 02:00:00 GMT 39:47 689967a3c952cf59782a412e false https://shows.acast.com/whats-next-with-philip-meissner/episodes/imagination-how-bold-companies-thrive-in-a-fast-changing-wor 689967a3c952cf59782a412e 67792674d83630b6e3270e16 imagination-how-bold-companies-thrive-in-a-fast-changing-wor full 1 14 What if the secret to staying competitive in today’s fast-changing world isn’t just data or efficiency—but imagination?


In this episode, Martin Reeves reveals why imagination is the ultimate skill for leaders, how it drives innovation and growth, and why most companies lose it as they get bigger. From the surprising story behind Facebook’s Like button to practical ways CEOs can spark creativity in their teams, Martin explains how to turn imagination into a repeatable process that keeps businesses ahead of disruption.


If you want to know how the best companies create new possibilities—and why imagination could be your biggest strategic advantage – do not miss this episode.

Timestamps:

00:00 Intro

00:57 Imagination as the skill leaders can’t ignore

02:10 What holds companies back from using imagination

03:31 Difference between imagination, innovation, and creativity

04:22 Why organizations lose imagination as they grow

06:53 How leaders can bring vitality and imagination back

08:39 Imagination as a repeatable process

10:35 Why companies become too inward‑focused

13:02 The role of imagination in the age of AI

16:20 What strategists should focus on

19:27 The invention of the Facebook Like button

22:08 Why the Like button became so influential

26:49 Lessons the Like button teaches about innovation

30:22 How Martin reinvented his own thinking and career

33:51 How to build a personal learning system

38:18 What makes Martin optimistic about the future


Connect with Philip Meissner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pmeissner


Connect with Martin Reeves

https://www.linkedin.com/in/martin-reeves


Check out Martin's book: https://a.co/d/jfzu1Bn


#BusinessImagination #InnovationLeadership #StrategyAndInnovation #FutureOfStrategy #AIandInnovation #CreativeStrategy #OrganizationalVitality #DisruptiveLeadership #InnovationCulture #StrategicThinking #CompetitiveAdvantage #LeadershipDevelopment #InnovationInBusiness #BusinessGrowthStrategy #CuriosityAndCreativity

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]]> What if the secret to staying competitive in today’s fast-changing world isn’t just data or efficiency—but imagination?


In this episode, Martin Reeves reveals why imagination is the ultimate skill for leaders, how it drives innovation and growth, and why most companies lose it as they get bigger. From the surprising story behind Facebook’s Like button to practical ways CEOs can spark creativity in their teams, Martin explains how to turn imagination into a repeatable process that keeps businesses ahead of disruption.


If you want to know how the best companies create new possibilities—and why imagination could be your biggest strategic advantage – do not miss this episode.

Timestamps:

00:00 Intro

00:57 Imagination as the skill leaders can’t ignore

02:10 What holds companies back from using imagination

03:31 Difference between imagination, innovation, and creativity

04:22 Why organizations lose imagination as they grow

06:53 How leaders can bring vitality and imagination back

08:39 Imagination as a repeatable process

10:35 Why companies become too inward‑focused

13:02 The role of imagination in the age of AI

16:20 What strategists should focus on

19:27 The invention of the Facebook Like button

22:08 Why the Like button became so influential

26:49 Lessons the Like button teaches about innovation

30:22 How Martin reinvented his own thinking and career

33:51 How to build a personal learning system

38:18 What makes Martin optimistic about the future


Connect with Philip Meissner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pmeissner


Connect with Martin Reeves

https://www.linkedin.com/in/martin-reeves


Check out Martin's book: https://a.co/d/jfzu1Bn


#BusinessImagination #InnovationLeadership #StrategyAndInnovation #FutureOfStrategy #AIandInnovation #CreativeStrategy #OrganizationalVitality #DisruptiveLeadership #InnovationCulture #StrategicThinking #CompetitiveAdvantage #LeadershipDevelopment #InnovationInBusiness #BusinessGrowthStrategy #CuriosityAndCreativity

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]]> Highlights: China: The Rise That’s Reshaping the 21st Century Highlights: China: The Rise That’s Reshaping the 21st Century Tue, 05 Aug 2025 02:00:00 GMT 9:42 689061ba4c7681cc0eddd0d2 false https://shows.acast.com/whats-next-with-philip-meissner/episodes/highlights-china-the-rise-thats-reshaping-the-21st-century 689061ba4c7681cc0eddd0d2 67792674d83630b6e3270e16 highlights-china-the-rise-thats-reshaping-the-21st-century full We've curated a special 7-minute cut unpacking how Qian Liu provides insights into China's transformative economic and technological landscape, challenging global perceptions and revealing innovative approaches.


Listen to the full episode now!

Youtube: https://youtu.be/6m_yfoK3dSw?feature=shared

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/tr/podcast/china-the-rise-thats-reshaping-the-21st-century/id1793306908?i=1000719578400

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2q9IvLcXv5YxbDVkqIJp36?si=abbda594449b43dc

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]]> We've curated a special 7-minute cut unpacking how Qian Liu provides insights into China's transformative economic and technological landscape, challenging global perceptions and revealing innovative approaches.


Listen to the full episode now!

Youtube: https://youtu.be/6m_yfoK3dSw?feature=shared

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/tr/podcast/china-the-rise-thats-reshaping-the-21st-century/id1793306908?i=1000719578400

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2q9IvLcXv5YxbDVkqIJp36?si=abbda594449b43dc

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]]> China: The Rise That’s Reshaping the 21st Century China: The Rise That’s Reshaping the 21st Century Tue, 29 Jul 2025 02:00:00 GMT 35:00 688708796ba6bf2e1745ef62 false https://shows.acast.com/whats-next-with-philip-meissner/episodes/china-the-rise-thats-reshaping-the-21st-century 688708796ba6bf2e1745ef62 67792674d83630b6e3270e16 china-the-rise-thats-reshaping-the-21st-century full 1 13 Is China the most misunderstood power in the world?


Economist and strategist Qian Liu joins Philip Meissner to unpack the truth behind China’s rise—economically, politically, and technologically. From explosive innovation and the Belt & Road Initiative to demographics, EVs, and global misconceptions, this episode challenges what you think you know about China—and why getting it wrong could cost the world.

Timestamps

00:00 What Changed Her View on China

02:08 China’s Role in a Changing World

05:33 The Belt and Road Initiative’s Future

07:00 Infrastructure Development

07:59 China Becoming More Assertive

9:53 De-Globalization or New Globalization?

12:12 What Leaders Get Wrong About China

15:44 Advice for Multinational Companies in China

16:32 Where China Will Surprise Us Next

22:59 China’s Future Strategy

25:01 China’s Demographic Crisis

29:06 Navigating Uncertainty

32:02 Advice for Gen Z Professionals

33:25 Reasons for Optimism


Connect with Philip Meissner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pmeissner


Connect with Qian Liu

https://www.linkedin.com/in/qian-liu-01907a2/


#ChinaInsights #Geopolitics #GlobalEconomy #BeltAndRoad #ChineseInnovation #FutureOfChina #DeGlobalization #TechInChina #ChinaStrategy #MultinationalBusiness #FemaleLeadership #GlobalSouth #DemographicsCrisis #EVRevolution #WhatsNextPodcast

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]]> Is China the most misunderstood power in the world?


Economist and strategist Qian Liu joins Philip Meissner to unpack the truth behind China’s rise—economically, politically, and technologically. From explosive innovation and the Belt & Road Initiative to demographics, EVs, and global misconceptions, this episode challenges what you think you know about China—and why getting it wrong could cost the world.

Timestamps

00:00 What Changed Her View on China

02:08 China’s Role in a Changing World

05:33 The Belt and Road Initiative’s Future

07:00 Infrastructure Development

07:59 China Becoming More Assertive

9:53 De-Globalization or New Globalization?

12:12 What Leaders Get Wrong About China

15:44 Advice for Multinational Companies in China

16:32 Where China Will Surprise Us Next

22:59 China’s Future Strategy

25:01 China’s Demographic Crisis

29:06 Navigating Uncertainty

32:02 Advice for Gen Z Professionals

33:25 Reasons for Optimism


Connect with Philip Meissner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pmeissner


Connect with Qian Liu

https://www.linkedin.com/in/qian-liu-01907a2/


#ChinaInsights #Geopolitics #GlobalEconomy #BeltAndRoad #ChineseInnovation #FutureOfChina #DeGlobalization #TechInChina #ChinaStrategy #MultinationalBusiness #FemaleLeadership #GlobalSouth #DemographicsCrisis #EVRevolution #WhatsNextPodcast

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]]> Highlights: Mental Health: The Hidden Work Every Great Leader Must Do Highlights: Mental Health: The Hidden Work Every Great Leader Must Do Tue, 22 Jul 2025 02:00:00 GMT 7:18 687ddb90ffe3b22d13c22579 false https://shows.acast.com/whats-next-with-philip-meissner/episodes/highlights-mental-health-the-hidden-work-every-great-leader 687ddb90ffe3b22d13c22579 67792674d83630b6e3270e16 highlights-mental-health-the-hidden-work-every-great-leader full We’ve curated a powerful 7-minute cut filled with insights on how true leadership starts with emotional regulation. Discover why shadow work, nervous system regulation, and workplace safety aren’t just wellness trends but essential strategies for leading in uncertain times.


Listen to the full episode now!

Youtube: https://youtu.be/erc8xjUofmE

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/tr/podcast/mental-health-the-hidden-work-every-great-leader-must-do/id1793306908?i=1000717266636

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2XZMpkETNrqAy9dYnqSGNG?si=a263520e2eb7462b

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]]> We’ve curated a powerful 7-minute cut filled with insights on how true leadership starts with emotional regulation. Discover why shadow work, nervous system regulation, and workplace safety aren’t just wellness trends but essential strategies for leading in uncertain times.


Listen to the full episode now!

Youtube: https://youtu.be/erc8xjUofmE

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/tr/podcast/mental-health-the-hidden-work-every-great-leader-must-do/id1793306908?i=1000717266636

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2XZMpkETNrqAy9dYnqSGNG?si=a263520e2eb7462b

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]]> Mental Health: The Hidden Work Every Great Leader Must Do Mental Health: The Hidden Work Every Great Leader Must Do Tue, 15 Jul 2025 02:00:00 GMT 31:40 6873f8a4ea74e132fb7cbe62 false https://shows.acast.com/whats-next-with-philip-meissner/episodes/mental-health-the-hidden-work-every-great-leader-must-do 6873f8a4ea74e132fb7cbe62 67792674d83630b6e3270e16 mental-health-the-hidden-work-every-great-leader-must-do full 1 12 What if the future of leadership isn’t about power, but emotional regulation?


In this eye-opening conversation, Dr. Anjhula Mya Singh Bais unpacks why unprocessed trauma, unchecked egos, and toxic workplace norms are silently shaping global decisions. She reveals how healing begins with connection, not isolation, and why every leader needs to do their inner work. From AI and mental autonomy to boundary rituals and collective care, this episode will change how you think about mental health, leadership, and our future.

Timestamps:

00:00 The biggest psychological shift the world needs

00:56 Why mental health shapes the future

02:53 Common patterns across trauma survivors and CEOs

03:45 Tech and mental health: helpful or harmful?

04:42 The role of social media in mental health

05:33 Practical tools to improve mental fitness

07:58 Autopilot behavior and building better habits

11:59 How to become a mentally resilient leader

14:02 Creating mentally healthy workplaces

15:44 Why every company needs an in-house psychologist

17:17 The workplace culture shift: are we moving fast enough?

18:46 Innovation in mental health treatment

19:48 A shift from insight to embodied healing

21:05 Protecting mental autonomy in the age of AI

23:20 The next frontiers in human rights

25:54 One global policy to improve mental health

27:19 Rethinking power and vulnerability in leadership

28:59 How Angela stays grounded under pressure

29:45 Navigating decisions: fear vs. freedom

30:48 What makes her optimistic about the future



Connect with Philip Meissner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pmeissner



#MentalHealth #Leadership #EmotionalResilience #WorkplaceWellness #PsychologicalSafety #TraumaInformed #FutureOfWork #RelationalIntelligence #BurnoutRecovery #CognitiveLiberty #MindfulLeadership #MentalFitness #AIandMentalHealth #SelfAwareness #HealingTrauma

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]]> What if the future of leadership isn’t about power, but emotional regulation?


In this eye-opening conversation, Dr. Anjhula Mya Singh Bais unpacks why unprocessed trauma, unchecked egos, and toxic workplace norms are silently shaping global decisions. She reveals how healing begins with connection, not isolation, and why every leader needs to do their inner work. From AI and mental autonomy to boundary rituals and collective care, this episode will change how you think about mental health, leadership, and our future.

Timestamps:

00:00 The biggest psychological shift the world needs

00:56 Why mental health shapes the future

02:53 Common patterns across trauma survivors and CEOs

03:45 Tech and mental health: helpful or harmful?

04:42 The role of social media in mental health

05:33 Practical tools to improve mental fitness

07:58 Autopilot behavior and building better habits

11:59 How to become a mentally resilient leader

14:02 Creating mentally healthy workplaces

15:44 Why every company needs an in-house psychologist

17:17 The workplace culture shift: are we moving fast enough?

18:46 Innovation in mental health treatment

19:48 A shift from insight to embodied healing

21:05 Protecting mental autonomy in the age of AI

23:20 The next frontiers in human rights

25:54 One global policy to improve mental health

27:19 Rethinking power and vulnerability in leadership

28:59 How Angela stays grounded under pressure

29:45 Navigating decisions: fear vs. freedom

30:48 What makes her optimistic about the future



Connect with Philip Meissner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pmeissner



#MentalHealth #Leadership #EmotionalResilience #WorkplaceWellness #PsychologicalSafety #TraumaInformed #FutureOfWork #RelationalIntelligence #BurnoutRecovery #CognitiveLiberty #MindfulLeadership #MentalFitness #AIandMentalHealth #SelfAwareness #HealingTrauma

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]]> <![CDATA[Highlights: MENA: The Next Global Startup Powerhouse for Tech & Talent]]> Tue, 08 Jul 2025 02:00:00 GMT 7:28 686b4b0e55be9a80695e4870 false https://shows.acast.com/whats-next-with-philip-meissner/episodes/highlights-mena-the-next-global-startup-powerhouse-for-tech 686b4b0e55be9a80695e4870 67792674d83630b6e3270e16 highlights-mena-the-next-global-startup-powerhouse-for-tech full We’ve curated a special 7-minute cut packed with insights on why MENA is leapfrogging industries like fintech, healthtech, and agtech and how founders are building billion-dollar companies without taking Silicon Valley-style risks.


Listen to the full episode now!

Youtube: https://youtu.be/Tkuhko7Ycy4

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/tr/podcast/mena-the-next-global-startup-powerhouse-for-tech-talent/id1793306908?i=1000715229395

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2QTAspWDNmhlblFDYeNA6P?si=wOxkJp4JTcWd99Sar4xfLw

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]]> We’ve curated a special 7-minute cut packed with insights on why MENA is leapfrogging industries like fintech, healthtech, and agtech and how founders are building billion-dollar companies without taking Silicon Valley-style risks.


Listen to the full episode now!

Youtube: https://youtu.be/Tkuhko7Ycy4

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/tr/podcast/mena-the-next-global-startup-powerhouse-for-tech-talent/id1793306908?i=1000715229395

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2QTAspWDNmhlblFDYeNA6P?si=wOxkJp4JTcWd99Sar4xfLw

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]]> <![CDATA[MENA: The Next Global Startup Powerhouse for Tech & Talent]]> Tue, 01 Jul 2025 03:08:07 GMT 28:06 6863513fdb315037b79de216 false https://shows.acast.com/whats-next-with-philip-meissner/episodes/mena-the-next-global-startup-powerhouse-for-tech-talent 6863513fdb315037b79de216 67792674d83630b6e3270e16 mena-the-next-global-startup-powerhouse-for-tech-talent full 1 11 Think the future of innovation lives in Silicon Valley? It might just be shifting to the Middle East.


In this episode, Noor Sweid—a trailblazing venture capitalist and founder—takes us deep inside the MENA region’s explosive startup scene. From Dubai to Riyadh to Cairo, Noor explains how entrepreneurs are building billion-dollar companies in industries with no legacy players and no rigid rules.


Whether you're a founder, investor, or just curious about where the world is heading next—this episode will change how you think about opportunity.


Timestamps

00:00 Intro

00:42 What Drives Noor Sweid

01:31 Why She Wrote a Coming of Age Book

02:40 Lessons from 35 Founders Across the Region

05:55 Misunderstanding of MENA Innovation Potential

07:340 Comparing Saudi, Egypt, and UAE Markets

09:30 Why MENA Is Attractive to Builders

10:10 Sectors Where MENA Can Leapfrog

12:46 The Role of Governments and Sovereign Wealth

13:45 What Needs to Happen in the Next 5 Years

15:18 Advice for New Founders in MENA

16:04 How to Succeed in the MENA Region

17:49 Business Culture in MENA

18:34 How MENA Founders Differ from Others

19:52 Women in Tech in the MENA region

20:59 Shark Tank vs. VC Investing

22:22 Reinventing Your Career with Purpose

27:17 What Makes Noor Optimistic About the Future



Connect with Philip Meissner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pmeissner


Connect with Noor Sweid

https://www.linkedin.com/in/noor-sweid-4b5233/


Check out Noor's book: https://www.amazon.com/-/de/dp/1917523432/ref=sr_1_1?__mk_de_DE=%C3%85M%C3%85%C5%BD%C3%95%C3%91&crid=1JXTXD7FAAXV3&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.TeWHU7yYlUJoMdd0grqgyLnRDuvEcbM9i7gNNpXjvC4.SNFHnyEjSWob9LCQgNBpKkzPInVE9E20Z5U7Rpq0CCs&dib_tag=se&keywords=noor+sweid&qid=1747124998&sprefix=noor+sweid%2Caps%2C172&sr=8-1



#MENAInnovation #NoorSweid #StartupsInMENA #Entrepreneurship #VentureCapital #UAEStartups #TechInMENA #FoundersMindset #GlobalTalent #BusinessInDubai #FutureOfTech #InnovationLeadership #WomenInVC #StartupEcosystem #BuildInMENA

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]]> Think the future of innovation lives in Silicon Valley? It might just be shifting to the Middle East.


In this episode, Noor Sweid—a trailblazing venture capitalist and founder—takes us deep inside the MENA region’s explosive startup scene. From Dubai to Riyadh to Cairo, Noor explains how entrepreneurs are building billion-dollar companies in industries with no legacy players and no rigid rules.


Whether you're a founder, investor, or just curious about where the world is heading next—this episode will change how you think about opportunity.


Timestamps

00:00 Intro

00:42 What Drives Noor Sweid

01:31 Why She Wrote a Coming of Age Book

02:40 Lessons from 35 Founders Across the Region

05:55 Misunderstanding of MENA Innovation Potential

07:340 Comparing Saudi, Egypt, and UAE Markets

09:30 Why MENA Is Attractive to Builders

10:10 Sectors Where MENA Can Leapfrog

12:46 The Role of Governments and Sovereign Wealth

13:45 What Needs to Happen in the Next 5 Years

15:18 Advice for New Founders in MENA

16:04 How to Succeed in the MENA Region

17:49 Business Culture in MENA

18:34 How MENA Founders Differ from Others

19:52 Women in Tech in the MENA region

20:59 Shark Tank vs. VC Investing

22:22 Reinventing Your Career with Purpose

27:17 What Makes Noor Optimistic About the Future



Connect with Philip Meissner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pmeissner


Connect with Noor Sweid

https://www.linkedin.com/in/noor-sweid-4b5233/


Check out Noor's book: https://www.amazon.com/-/de/dp/1917523432/ref=sr_1_1?__mk_de_DE=%C3%85M%C3%85%C5%BD%C3%95%C3%91&crid=1JXTXD7FAAXV3&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.TeWHU7yYlUJoMdd0grqgyLnRDuvEcbM9i7gNNpXjvC4.SNFHnyEjSWob9LCQgNBpKkzPInVE9E20Z5U7Rpq0CCs&dib_tag=se&keywords=noor+sweid&qid=1747124998&sprefix=noor+sweid%2Caps%2C172&sr=8-1



#MENAInnovation #NoorSweid #StartupsInMENA #Entrepreneurship #VentureCapital #UAEStartups #TechInMENA #FoundersMindset #GlobalTalent #BusinessInDubai #FutureOfTech #InnovationLeadership #WomenInVC #StartupEcosystem #BuildInMENA

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]]> Highlights: European Tech Policy: Building a Competitive Digital Europe Highlights: European Tech Policy: Building a Competitive Digital Europe Tue, 24 Jun 2025 02:00:00 GMT 7:46 6858ddeac1af62f027641881 false https://shows.acast.com/whats-next-with-philip-meissner/episodes/highlights-european-tech-policy-building-a-competitive-digit 6858ddeac1af62f027641881 67792674d83630b6e3270e16 highlights-european-tech-policy-building-a-competitive-digit full We’ve curated a special 7-minute cut packed with bold insights on Europe’s tech future — from escaping the buzzword trap of “competitiveness” to building AI factories, smarter investments, and breaking free from overregulation.


Listen to the full episode now!

Youtube: https://youtu.be/YKKo4hW8fzc

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/tr/podcast/european-tech-policy-building-a-competitive-digital/id1793306908?i=1000713176512

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5xXblKshv4kwfJZofk4sQi?si=b7648816dd0543ee

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]]> We’ve curated a special 7-minute cut packed with bold insights on Europe’s tech future — from escaping the buzzword trap of “competitiveness” to building AI factories, smarter investments, and breaking free from overregulation.


Listen to the full episode now!

Youtube: https://youtu.be/YKKo4hW8fzc

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/tr/podcast/european-tech-policy-building-a-competitive-digital/id1793306908?i=1000713176512

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5xXblKshv4kwfJZofk4sQi?si=b7648816dd0543ee

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]]> European Tech Policy: Building a Competitive Digital Europe European Tech Policy: Building a Competitive Digital Europe Tue, 17 Jun 2025 02:00:00 GMT 27:38 68490a029b8dde68cd58a302 false https://shows.acast.com/whats-next-with-philip-meissner/episodes/european-tech-policy-building-a-competitive-digital-europe 68490a029b8dde68cd58a302 67792674d83630b6e3270e16 european-tech-policy-building-a-competitive-digital-europe full 1 10 In this episode, EU powerhouse and digital policy architect Eva Maydell joins Philip Meissner to unpack the real challenges and opportunities shaping Europe’s tech future.

From the political tug-of-war behind the AI Act to bold plans for AI factories, she breaks down how Europe can move from overregulation to smart innovation — and why the continent desperately needs a coherent economic security strategy.

You’ll find out:

- Why is Europe struggling to retain talent?

- Where should €10 billion really go to spark innovation?

- Can the EU escape its dependency on U.S. tech giants?

- And which global partners could help Europe build a smarter, more resilient digital future?

If you care about tech, business, or Europe’s role on the world stage — this episode is your front-row seat to the decisions that will define the next decade.


00:00 Intro

00:30 The Position of Europe in the Global Tech Race

01:57 The Biggest Europe’s Strengths

02:52 Redefining Competitiveness

04:44 Where Should We Invest?

05:40 Regulation vs. Incentives

07:16 Is the EU Overregulating?

09:55 Advice for Business Leaders

11:52 Will the AI Act or GDPR Change?

14:09 The Trump Factor & US Tech Dependence

16:11 Strategic Global Partnerships

17:35 The Biggest EU Misconceptions

18:40 EU Parliament & Involvement in EU Politics

19:19 Hardest Negotiation Lessons

21:21 One Thing to Change in Brussels

21:34 Dream Headline in 10 Years

22:16 What Makes You Optimistic About the Future



#DigitalEurope #AIAct #TechPolicy #EUInnovation #SmartInvestment #EconomicSecurity #FutureOfTech #AIRegulation #EuropeTech #DigitalSovereignty

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]]> In this episode, EU powerhouse and digital policy architect Eva Maydell joins Philip Meissner to unpack the real challenges and opportunities shaping Europe’s tech future.

From the political tug-of-war behind the AI Act to bold plans for AI factories, she breaks down how Europe can move from overregulation to smart innovation — and why the continent desperately needs a coherent economic security strategy.

You’ll find out:

- Why is Europe struggling to retain talent?

- Where should €10 billion really go to spark innovation?

- Can the EU escape its dependency on U.S. tech giants?

- And which global partners could help Europe build a smarter, more resilient digital future?

If you care about tech, business, or Europe’s role on the world stage — this episode is your front-row seat to the decisions that will define the next decade.


00:00 Intro

00:30 The Position of Europe in the Global Tech Race

01:57 The Biggest Europe’s Strengths

02:52 Redefining Competitiveness

04:44 Where Should We Invest?

05:40 Regulation vs. Incentives

07:16 Is the EU Overregulating?

09:55 Advice for Business Leaders

11:52 Will the AI Act or GDPR Change?

14:09 The Trump Factor & US Tech Dependence

16:11 Strategic Global Partnerships

17:35 The Biggest EU Misconceptions

18:40 EU Parliament & Involvement in EU Politics

19:19 Hardest Negotiation Lessons

21:21 One Thing to Change in Brussels

21:34 Dream Headline in 10 Years

22:16 What Makes You Optimistic About the Future



#DigitalEurope #AIAct #TechPolicy #EUInnovation #SmartInvestment #EconomicSecurity #FutureOfTech #AIRegulation #EuropeTech #DigitalSovereignty

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]]> Highlights: Africa: The Youngest Continent Driving Global Change Highlights: Africa: The Youngest Continent Driving Global Change Tue, 10 Jun 2025 02:00:00 GMT 7:52 6842747aa13d3373734d8187 false https://shows.acast.com/whats-next-with-philip-meissner/episodes/highlightsafrica-the-youngest-continent-driving-global-chang 6842747aa13d3373734d8187 67792674d83630b6e3270e16 highlightsafrica-the-youngest-continent-driving-global-chang full We’ve curated a special 7-minute cut packed with insights on why global investors often misread Africa and how the continent’s tech hubs and AI innovators are rewriting the narrative. Discover how bold entrepreneurship, digital transformation, and a thriving youth population are shaping Africa’s next chapter.


Listen to the full episode now!

Youtube: https://youtu.be/HPgkB3OJnSk

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/tr/podcast/africa-the-youngest-continent-driving-global-change/id1793306908?i=1000710954672

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4nkRSThX5Yyhx0DCG4g7Xb?si=eh4ad87zTKaMDkLTnn9YEA

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]]> We’ve curated a special 7-minute cut packed with insights on why global investors often misread Africa and how the continent’s tech hubs and AI innovators are rewriting the narrative. Discover how bold entrepreneurship, digital transformation, and a thriving youth population are shaping Africa’s next chapter.


Listen to the full episode now!

Youtube: https://youtu.be/HPgkB3OJnSk

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/tr/podcast/africa-the-youngest-continent-driving-global-change/id1793306908?i=1000710954672

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4nkRSThX5Yyhx0DCG4g7Xb?si=eh4ad87zTKaMDkLTnn9YEA

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]]> Africa: The Youngest Continent Driving Global Change Africa: The Youngest Continent Driving Global Change Tue, 03 Jun 2025 02:00:00 GMT 37:02 683d47c46c26028f69b6a3ac false https://shows.acast.com/whats-next-with-philip-meissner/episodes/africa-the-youngest-continent-driving-global-change 683d47c46c26028f69b6a3ac 67792674d83630b6e3270e16 africa-the-youngest-continent-driving-global-change full 1 9 Africa is rising—and the world needs to catch up.


In this powerful episode, Adebola Williams reveals how Africa’s youth, tech boom, and creative industries are transforming the continent into a global force. From AI to agriculture, from storytelling to startups, this is the untold story of a continent full of talent, energy, and unstoppable momentum.


He also shares what global investors get wrong about Africa—and what it really takes to succeed on the continent. Prepare to rethink everything you thought you knew about Africa!


Timestamps for Audio:

00:00 Intro

00:27 Africa's Youth and Resilience

02:09 Technology & Natural Resources

06:57 Misconceptions of Africa by Global Investors

09:36 The Role of Tech Hubs

13:01 Leapfrogging into AI and Tech

16:39 Promising African Markets

19:32 What Makes Investors Successful in Africa

22:49 Skills for Africa’s Future Workforce

25:15 Sectors to Watch: Creative, Tech, Energy, Agriculture

27:26 Empowering African Girls

29:47 Leadership Through Empathy and Purpose

31:48 A Call to Young Africans

35:57 What Makes Him Optimistic About Future


Connect with Philip Meissner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pmeissner


#AfricaRising #FutureOfAfrica #InvestInAfrica #AfricanYouth #AfricaInnovation #TechInAfrica #CreativeAfrica #AfricanLeadership #AfricaEconomy #AfricanStartups #AfricanFuture #AdebolaWilliams #AfricaTech #AfricanExcellence #MadeInAfrica

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]]> Africa is rising—and the world needs to catch up.


In this powerful episode, Adebola Williams reveals how Africa’s youth, tech boom, and creative industries are transforming the continent into a global force. From AI to agriculture, from storytelling to startups, this is the untold story of a continent full of talent, energy, and unstoppable momentum.


He also shares what global investors get wrong about Africa—and what it really takes to succeed on the continent. Prepare to rethink everything you thought you knew about Africa!


Timestamps for Audio:

00:00 Intro

00:27 Africa's Youth and Resilience

02:09 Technology & Natural Resources

06:57 Misconceptions of Africa by Global Investors

09:36 The Role of Tech Hubs

13:01 Leapfrogging into AI and Tech

16:39 Promising African Markets

19:32 What Makes Investors Successful in Africa

22:49 Skills for Africa’s Future Workforce

25:15 Sectors to Watch: Creative, Tech, Energy, Agriculture

27:26 Empowering African Girls

29:47 Leadership Through Empathy and Purpose

31:48 A Call to Young Africans

35:57 What Makes Him Optimistic About Future


Connect with Philip Meissner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pmeissner


#AfricaRising #FutureOfAfrica #InvestInAfrica #AfricanYouth #AfricaInnovation #TechInAfrica #CreativeAfrica #AfricanLeadership #AfricaEconomy #AfricanStartups #AfricanFuture #AdebolaWilliams #AfricaTech #AfricanExcellence #MadeInAfrica

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]]> Highlights: Intuition: The Key to Smarter Choices in Uncertain Times Highlights: Intuition: The Key to Smarter Choices in Uncertain Times Tue, 27 May 2025 02:00:00 GMT 6:53 68344ccc69c98f151d933af5 false https://shows.acast.com/whats-next-with-philip-meissner/episodes/highlisghts 68344ccc69c98f151d933af5 67792674d83630b6e3270e16 highlisghts full We’ve curated a special 7-minute cut packed with insights on how intuition really works, why it’s more than just gut feeling, and how leaders can sharpen decision-making by combining self-awareness, critical thinking, and neuroscience.


Listen to the full episode now!

Youtube: https://youtu.be/72KvNRp_BXc

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/tr/podcast/intuition-the-key-to-smarter-choices-in-uncertain-times/id1793306908?i=1000709079061

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6DOKDQQV1rXgKeYVIt7daE?si=_sr36qR_Qda2NhpXbdJu2w

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]]> We’ve curated a special 7-minute cut packed with insights on how intuition really works, why it’s more than just gut feeling, and how leaders can sharpen decision-making by combining self-awareness, critical thinking, and neuroscience.


Listen to the full episode now!

Youtube: https://youtu.be/72KvNRp_BXc

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/tr/podcast/intuition-the-key-to-smarter-choices-in-uncertain-times/id1793306908?i=1000709079061

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6DOKDQQV1rXgKeYVIt7daE?si=_sr36qR_Qda2NhpXbdJu2w

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]]> Intuition: The Key to Smarter Choices in Uncertain Times Intuition: The Key to Smarter Choices in Uncertain Times Tue, 20 May 2025 02:00:00 GMT 33:11 682ac31fe8a66fad6d9521f4 false https://shows.acast.com/whats-next-with-philip-meissner/episodes/intuition-the-key-to-smarter-choices-in-uncertain-times 682ac31fe8a66fad6d9521f4 67792674d83630b6e3270e16 intuition-the-key-to-smarter-choices-in-uncertain-times full 1 8 In a world drowning in data, could intuition be the key to better decisions?


In this thought-provoking conversation, Icelandic thought leader Hrund Gunnsteinsdottir joins Philip Meissner to explore how intuition is a powerful, science-backed tool for navigating complexity, uncertainty, and high-stakes leadership.

They unpack how intuition works in the brain and body, why it’s essential alongside data and AI, and how anyone can train it like a muscle. From neuroscience and business strategy to journaling and emotional regulation, this episode reveals why intuition may be the most underrated leadership skill of our time.


Connect with Philip Meissner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pmeissner


Connect with Hrund Gunnsteinsdottir

LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/hrundgunnsteinsdottir


Check out Hrund's book: https://www.amazon.com/-/de/dp/1785124196/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2QWCRNUN8UGXM&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.kkTmPF7q0XtZRO7pN5RdpAPyomIzZAgsknzjnfRNP-A9EIDPYq0mA91zoeJ_Z56XurrOAtSgn1LKdYbl4r9AF-uRVo_arCht5_ivDxss_TE.WKr1TtmN4bO4gAyXvsxZSK_wnJiOrZSQUn-GibgyCUk&dib_tag=se&keywords=hrund+gunnsteinsdottir&qid=1747223616&sprefix=hrund+gu%2Caps%2C383&sr=8-1

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]]> In a world drowning in data, could intuition be the key to better decisions?


In this thought-provoking conversation, Icelandic thought leader Hrund Gunnsteinsdottir joins Philip Meissner to explore how intuition is a powerful, science-backed tool for navigating complexity, uncertainty, and high-stakes leadership.

They unpack how intuition works in the brain and body, why it’s essential alongside data and AI, and how anyone can train it like a muscle. From neuroscience and business strategy to journaling and emotional regulation, this episode reveals why intuition may be the most underrated leadership skill of our time.


Connect with Philip Meissner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pmeissner


Connect with Hrund Gunnsteinsdottir

LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/hrundgunnsteinsdottir


Check out Hrund's book: https://www.amazon.com/-/de/dp/1785124196/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2QWCRNUN8UGXM&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.kkTmPF7q0XtZRO7pN5RdpAPyomIzZAgsknzjnfRNP-A9EIDPYq0mA91zoeJ_Z56XurrOAtSgn1LKdYbl4r9AF-uRVo_arCht5_ivDxss_TE.WKr1TtmN4bO4gAyXvsxZSK_wnJiOrZSQUn-GibgyCUk&dib_tag=se&keywords=hrund+gunnsteinsdottir&qid=1747223616&sprefix=hrund+gu%2Caps%2C383&sr=8-1

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]]> Highlights: Creativity: How to Stay Original in an AI-Generated World Highlights: Creativity: How to Stay Original in an AI-Generated World Tue, 13 May 2025 02:00:00 GMT 8:39 682036ffca72734652ba1066 false https://shows.acast.com/whats-next-with-philip-meissner/episodes/highlights-creativity-how-to-stay-original-in-an-ai-generate 682036ffca72734652ba1066 67792674d83630b6e3270e16 highlights-creativity-how-to-stay-original-in-an-ai-generate full We’ve curated a 7-minute segment packed with bold takes on AI, creativity, and why staying human might be the ultimate creative edge in a tech-driven world.


Listen to the full episode now!

Youtube: https://youtu.be/07wnHrII1O0

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/tr/podcast/creativity-how-to-stay-original-in-an-ai-generated-world/id1793306908?i=1000706464307

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6HOyzEK33kMRwxjEpUrt7W?si=aaOimqpFT2a1ucCLfk1JeQ

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]]> We’ve curated a 7-minute segment packed with bold takes on AI, creativity, and why staying human might be the ultimate creative edge in a tech-driven world.


Listen to the full episode now!

Youtube: https://youtu.be/07wnHrII1O0

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/tr/podcast/creativity-how-to-stay-original-in-an-ai-generated-world/id1793306908?i=1000706464307

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6HOyzEK33kMRwxjEpUrt7W?si=aaOimqpFT2a1ucCLfk1JeQ

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]]> Creativity: How to Stay Original in an AI-Generated World Creativity: How to Stay Original in an AI-Generated World Tue, 06 May 2025 02:00:00 GMT 31:26 680f086592c5c49bd1a3d02e false https://shows.acast.com/whats-next-with-philip-meissner/episodes/creativity-how-to-stay-original-in-an-ai-generated-world 680f086592c5c49bd1a3d02e 67792674d83630b6e3270e16 creativity-how-to-stay-original-in-an-ai-generated-world full 1 7 In this thought-provoking episode, Grammy winner and bestselling author Kabir Sehgal dives into how AI is reshaping creativity, what truly sets humans apart, and why your weird hobbies might just be your greatest advantage. From making music for plants to building portfolio careers, Kabir shares bold insights on staying original in a copy-paste world. If you’ve ever wondered what it really means to be creative in the age of algorithms—this one’s for you.

Here are 3 takeaways you won’t want to miss:

- Creativity isn't magic — it's consistency. Inspiration doesn’t strike; it shows up when you do.

- AI can’t fake lived experience. Your flaws, feelings, and offline life are what make your work unforgettable.

- Build a portfolio life. The future belongs to curious generalists, not one-track specialists.

Tune in if you're ready to stop scrolling and start creating like a human again.

00:00 Meet Kabir Sehgal

01:34 Kabir’s Career Journey

03:35 Inspiration & Creative Process

05:02 Misconceptions About Creativity

06:44 Has AI Changed Creativity?

08:27 Staying Human in an AI World

09:55 Is AI Really Creative?

11:14 Are We Losing Creativity?

12:49 What Will Stay Uniquely Human?

14:15 Can Creativity Be Learned?

15:42 Three Things to Boost Creativity

19:20 Making Teams More Creative

21:49 Standing Out in a Noisy World

24:05 Traits of Successful Creators

25:17 The Power of a Portfolio Career

27:49 Top 3 Tips for Creators

28:56 What’s Next for Kabir

29:55 Optimism for the Future


Connect with Philip Meissner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pmeissner


Connect with Kabir Sehgal

https://www.linkedin.com/in/hikabir/


#CreativityInTheAgeOfAI #StayOriginal #PortfolioLife #HumanCreativity #AIandCreativity #WeirdHobbiesWin #CreateDontCopy #AuthenticityMatters #CuriousGeneralist #StopScrollingStartCreating

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]]> In this thought-provoking episode, Grammy winner and bestselling author Kabir Sehgal dives into how AI is reshaping creativity, what truly sets humans apart, and why your weird hobbies might just be your greatest advantage. From making music for plants to building portfolio careers, Kabir shares bold insights on staying original in a copy-paste world. If you’ve ever wondered what it really means to be creative in the age of algorithms—this one’s for you.

Here are 3 takeaways you won’t want to miss:

- Creativity isn't magic — it's consistency. Inspiration doesn’t strike; it shows up when you do.

- AI can’t fake lived experience. Your flaws, feelings, and offline life are what make your work unforgettable.

- Build a portfolio life. The future belongs to curious generalists, not one-track specialists.

Tune in if you're ready to stop scrolling and start creating like a human again.

00:00 Meet Kabir Sehgal

01:34 Kabir’s Career Journey

03:35 Inspiration & Creative Process

05:02 Misconceptions About Creativity

06:44 Has AI Changed Creativity?

08:27 Staying Human in an AI World

09:55 Is AI Really Creative?

11:14 Are We Losing Creativity?

12:49 What Will Stay Uniquely Human?

14:15 Can Creativity Be Learned?

15:42 Three Things to Boost Creativity

19:20 Making Teams More Creative

21:49 Standing Out in a Noisy World

24:05 Traits of Successful Creators

25:17 The Power of a Portfolio Career

27:49 Top 3 Tips for Creators

28:56 What’s Next for Kabir

29:55 Optimism for the Future


Connect with Philip Meissner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pmeissner


Connect with Kabir Sehgal

https://www.linkedin.com/in/hikabir/


#CreativityInTheAgeOfAI #StayOriginal #PortfolioLife #HumanCreativity #AIandCreativity #WeirdHobbiesWin #CreateDontCopy #AuthenticityMatters #CuriousGeneralist #StopScrollingStartCreating

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]]> Highlights: Education: Reinventing Schooling with Elon Musk Highlights: Education: Reinventing Schooling with Elon Musk Tue, 29 Apr 2025 02:00:00 GMT 7:35 68071b0f38469958e0f1ff2f false https://shows.acast.com/whats-next-with-philip-meissner/episodes/highlights-education-reinventing-schooling-with-elon-musk 68071b0f38469958e0f1ff2f 67792674d83630b6e3270e16 highlights-education-reinventing-schooling-with-elon-musk full 1 We’ve curated a special 7-minute cut packed with bold ideas on real-world ethical dilemmas, collaborative learning, and radical experimentation reshaping education for the AI age.


Listen to the full episode now!

Youtube: https://youtu.be/BFfe5WwrN_E

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/tr/podcast/education-reinventing-schooling-with-elon-musk/id1793306908?i=1000704390895

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5NRXL8xz6WV3Ck2xntcrSC?si=f301c4dbd54842c6

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]]> We’ve curated a special 7-minute cut packed with bold ideas on real-world ethical dilemmas, collaborative learning, and radical experimentation reshaping education for the AI age.


Listen to the full episode now!

Youtube: https://youtu.be/BFfe5WwrN_E

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/tr/podcast/education-reinventing-schooling-with-elon-musk/id1793306908?i=1000704390895

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5NRXL8xz6WV3Ck2xntcrSC?si=f301c4dbd54842c6

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]]> Education: Reinventing Schooling with Elon Musk Education: Reinventing Schooling with Elon Musk Tue, 22 Apr 2025 02:00:00 GMT 34:38 6806e9911aabee4d38e08989 false https://shows.acast.com/whats-next-with-philip-meissner/episodes/education-reinventing-schooling-with-elon-musk 6806e9911aabee4d38e08989 67792674d83630b6e3270e16 education-reinventing-schooling-with-elon-musk full 1 6 Discover how Joshua Dahn, the mastermind behind Ad Astra School, is shattering traditional education models and preparing kids for a world dominated by AI and rapid technological change. In this mind-blowing episode, learn:

- The inside story of building a school with Elon Musk

- Why current education systems are failing our children

- Radical strategies to transform learning for the next generation

- How AI and technology will reshape education by 2035


Prepare to have your mind blown as Joshua shares groundbreaking insights that will make you rethink everything you know about schooling. This isn't just another podcast - it's a blueprint for educational transformation!

Perfect for parents, educators, tech enthusiasts, and anyone curious about the future of learning. Don't miss this game-changing conversation that could revolutionize how we think about education!

Timestamps

00:00 Intro

00:36 Building the School with Elon Musk

01:26 The Ad Astra Philosophy

03:20 Difference from Traditional School

05:30 Lessons from Starting Ad Astra

07:03 From Ethical Conundrums to Global Classrooms

08:55 Inside Astra Nova & Synthesis Today

11:48 Why Is the Traditional School System Broken

14:02 A Vision for Future Learning

16:00 Redefining the Teacher's Role

18:19 How Is Technology Reshaping Education

21:35 A Message to Governments

22:37 Teaching Critical Thinking Through Real Decisions

27:04 What Kids Need to Learn for 2035

27:45 Keeping a Sense of Wonder Alive

29:12 How Teaching Changed His Learning

31:01 The Edge of Josh’s Knowledge

32:35 Optimism for the Future


Connect with Philip Meissner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pmeissner


Connect with Joshua Dahn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-dahn-5a6284111/


#AdAstra #FutureOfEducation #JoshuaDahn #EdTech #AIInEducation #LearningRevolution #CriticalThinking #NextGenLearning #EducationReform #AstraNova #SynthesisSchool

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]]> Discover how Joshua Dahn, the mastermind behind Ad Astra School, is shattering traditional education models and preparing kids for a world dominated by AI and rapid technological change. In this mind-blowing episode, learn:

- The inside story of building a school with Elon Musk

- Why current education systems are failing our children

- Radical strategies to transform learning for the next generation

- How AI and technology will reshape education by 2035


Prepare to have your mind blown as Joshua shares groundbreaking insights that will make you rethink everything you know about schooling. This isn't just another podcast - it's a blueprint for educational transformation!

Perfect for parents, educators, tech enthusiasts, and anyone curious about the future of learning. Don't miss this game-changing conversation that could revolutionize how we think about education!

Timestamps

00:00 Intro

00:36 Building the School with Elon Musk

01:26 The Ad Astra Philosophy

03:20 Difference from Traditional School

05:30 Lessons from Starting Ad Astra

07:03 From Ethical Conundrums to Global Classrooms

08:55 Inside Astra Nova & Synthesis Today

11:48 Why Is the Traditional School System Broken

14:02 A Vision for Future Learning

16:00 Redefining the Teacher's Role

18:19 How Is Technology Reshaping Education

21:35 A Message to Governments

22:37 Teaching Critical Thinking Through Real Decisions

27:04 What Kids Need to Learn for 2035

27:45 Keeping a Sense of Wonder Alive

29:12 How Teaching Changed His Learning

31:01 The Edge of Josh’s Knowledge

32:35 Optimism for the Future


Connect with Philip Meissner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pmeissner


Connect with Joshua Dahn

https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-dahn-5a6284111/


#AdAstra #FutureOfEducation #JoshuaDahn #EdTech #AIInEducation #LearningRevolution #CriticalThinking #NextGenLearning #EducationReform #AstraNova #SynthesisSchool

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]]> <![CDATA[Highlights: Energy: Green Tech & Innovation in the Age of AI]]> Tue, 15 Apr 2025 02:00:00 GMT 7:21 67f45935f20dfdb29b42c81b false https://shows.acast.com/whats-next-with-philip-meissner/episodes/highlights 67f45935f20dfdb29b42c81b 67792674d83630b6e3270e16 highlights full 1 We’ve curated a special 7-minute cut packed with insights on AI’s explosive energy demand, global data center dominance, and the race to power the future.


Discover expert takes on the U.S.'s energy strategy, green tech challenges, and why small nuclear may be too late.


Don’t miss Enass Abo-Hamed’s sharp perspective on powering AI in a rapidly transforming world.


Listen to the full episode now!

Youtube: https://youtu.be/8YOc-ZeQNKY

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/tr/podcast/energy-green-tech-innovation-in-the-age-of-ai/id1793306908?i=1000702633074

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3Z7sWwI7yQLtMWexHag9yY?si=519d3d3b56bf41b4

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]]> We’ve curated a special 7-minute cut packed with insights on AI’s explosive energy demand, global data center dominance, and the race to power the future.


Discover expert takes on the U.S.'s energy strategy, green tech challenges, and why small nuclear may be too late.


Don’t miss Enass Abo-Hamed’s sharp perspective on powering AI in a rapidly transforming world.


Listen to the full episode now!

Youtube: https://youtu.be/8YOc-ZeQNKY

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/tr/podcast/energy-green-tech-innovation-in-the-age-of-ai/id1793306908?i=1000702633074

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3Z7sWwI7yQLtMWexHag9yY?si=519d3d3b56bf41b4

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]]> <![CDATA[Energy: Green Tech & Innovation in the Age of AI]]> Tue, 08 Apr 2025 03:00:00 GMT 27:48 67f454d1546af57906aaa8a7 false https://shows.acast.com/whats-next-with-philip-meissner/episodes/energy-green-tech-innovation-in-the-age-of-ai 67f454d1546af57906aaa8a7 67792674d83630b6e3270e16 energy-green-tech-innovation-in-the-age-of-ai full 1 5 What happens when AI’s explosive growth collides with the world’s energy crisis? In this episode, entrepreneur and energy expert Enass Abo-Hamed breaks down how artificial intelligence is reshaping global energy demand — and why the world isn’t ready.

 

From data-hungry AI models to the slow pace of green tech adoption, we dive into the hard truths, bold solutions, and surprising opportunities in the race to power our future.

 

If you're curious about where energy, climate, and innovation intersect, this conversation is a must-watch.


Timestamps

00:00 Introduction

00:29 Why Enass is passionate about energy

01:32 How AI is reshaping global energy demand

04:16 Powering AI: Where the energy comes from

06:43 Scaling green energy in developing nations

08:59 Small modular reactors & fusion

10:54 Why energy transition is too slow

12:25 The blind spots in today’s energy conversation

14:04 What could energy ecosystem look like in 2035

15:23 Where are the biggest opportunities for energy innovation

16:59 The critical role of governments in driving change

18:51 3 measures governments should implement

19:54 What executives and companies can do today

21:13 What technology could change the game

23:18 Lessons from building a climate tech company

25:01 Best advice Enass received as a founder

26:12 What makes Enass optimistic about the future


Connect with Philip Meissner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pmeissner

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]]> What happens when AI’s explosive growth collides with the world’s energy crisis? In this episode, entrepreneur and energy expert Enass Abo-Hamed breaks down how artificial intelligence is reshaping global energy demand — and why the world isn’t ready.

 

From data-hungry AI models to the slow pace of green tech adoption, we dive into the hard truths, bold solutions, and surprising opportunities in the race to power our future.

 

If you're curious about where energy, climate, and innovation intersect, this conversation is a must-watch.


Timestamps

00:00 Introduction

00:29 Why Enass is passionate about energy

01:32 How AI is reshaping global energy demand

04:16 Powering AI: Where the energy comes from

06:43 Scaling green energy in developing nations

08:59 Small modular reactors & fusion

10:54 Why energy transition is too slow

12:25 The blind spots in today’s energy conversation

14:04 What could energy ecosystem look like in 2035

15:23 Where are the biggest opportunities for energy innovation

16:59 The critical role of governments in driving change

18:51 3 measures governments should implement

19:54 What executives and companies can do today

21:13 What technology could change the game

23:18 Lessons from building a climate tech company

25:01 Best advice Enass received as a founder

26:12 What makes Enass optimistic about the future


Connect with Philip Meissner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pmeissner

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]]> <![CDATA[Highlights: USA: Power, Protectionism & AI – How Trump’s Strategy Is Reshaping the World]]> Tue, 01 Apr 2025 03:00:00 GMT 9:14 67e4cf4112e371d66455b112 false https://shows.acast.com/whats-next-with-philip-meissner/episodes/highlights-usa-power-protectionism-ai-how-trumps-strategy-is 67e4cf4112e371d66455b112 67792674d83630b6e3270e16 highlights-usa-power-protectionism-ai-how-trumps-strategy-is full 1 We have curated a special 7-minute version packed with insights on US geopolitics, tech policy, and leadership strategies.


Discover expert perspectives on navigating global challenges and understanding power dynamics.


Don’t miss Jörn Fleck’s incisive take on what it takes to lead in a rapidly changing world.


Listen to the full episode now!

Youtube: https://youtu.be/JMbGK4f3uMc

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/tr/podcast/usa-power-protectionism-ai-how-trumps-strategy-is-reshaping/id1793306908?i=1000700692317

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4jYvDZlX41nmaWU8gdGOU2?si=6b54a25ce4eb45c8

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]]> We have curated a special 7-minute version packed with insights on US geopolitics, tech policy, and leadership strategies.


Discover expert perspectives on navigating global challenges and understanding power dynamics.


Don’t miss Jörn Fleck’s incisive take on what it takes to lead in a rapidly changing world.


Listen to the full episode now!

Youtube: https://youtu.be/JMbGK4f3uMc

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/tr/podcast/usa-power-protectionism-ai-how-trumps-strategy-is-reshaping/id1793306908?i=1000700692317

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4jYvDZlX41nmaWU8gdGOU2?si=6b54a25ce4eb45c8

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]]> <![CDATA[USA: Power, Protectionism & AI – How Trump’s Strategy Is Reshaping the World]]> Tue, 25 Mar 2025 03:00:21 GMT 41:01 67e1ab4365ed64b24f452b20 false https://shows.acast.com/whats-next-with-philip-meissner/episodes/usa-power-protectionism-ai-how-trumps-strategy-is-reshaping- 67e1ab4365ed64b24f452b20 67792674d83630b6e3270e16 usa-power-protectionism-ai-how-trumps-strategy-is-reshaping- full 1 4 How is U.S. foreign policy evolving—and what does it mean for the global order?


In this episode, I speak with Jörn Fleck, Senior Director at the Atlantic Council, about the strategic shifts taking place under the Trump administration. From changes in trade policy and technology strategy to the recalibration of long-standing alliances, we explore the broader implications for international cooperation and global leadership.


Tune in to gain timely insights into the future of global power, policy, and leadership—essential listening for anyone navigating today’s complex geopolitical landscape.



🔍 What You’ll Learn:

  • How the Trump administration’s foreign policy redefined U.S. global engagement—and what it means for the transatlantic alliance
  • Why the U.S.-China race in AI and semiconductors is a key front in global power competition.
  • How shifting geopolitical priorities are challenging the liberal world order and reshaping diplomatic strategies.
  • What rising trade tensions, tariffs, and economic policies signal for international markets and U.S.-EU relations.
  • How domestic polarization and upcoming U.S. elections could influence the future of America’s global role.


🔑 Key Topics:

  1. US Global Engagement Strategy
  2. US-China Tech and Economic Competition
  3. Geopolitical Transformation
  4. Economic and Diplomatic Tensions
  5. Domestic Political Landscape


Timestamps

0:00 Future of US Global Engagement Under Trump Administration

4:25 Economic and International Engagement

6:44 Navigating the Trump Administration

9:41 AI and Crypto Priorities

12:21 Geopolitical Shifts and US-China Relations

17:10 US-EU Relationship and Tariff Disputes

23:43 Future World Order and US Role

28:09 Blind SPots in US Foreign Policy

32:42 Polarization in US Politics

35:21 Economic Issues in the Next Election

38:00 Optimism for the Future


Connect with Philip Meissner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pmeissner

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]]> How is U.S. foreign policy evolving—and what does it mean for the global order?


In this episode, I speak with Jörn Fleck, Senior Director at the Atlantic Council, about the strategic shifts taking place under the Trump administration. From changes in trade policy and technology strategy to the recalibration of long-standing alliances, we explore the broader implications for international cooperation and global leadership.


Tune in to gain timely insights into the future of global power, policy, and leadership—essential listening for anyone navigating today’s complex geopolitical landscape.



🔍 What You’ll Learn:

  • How the Trump administration’s foreign policy redefined U.S. global engagement—and what it means for the transatlantic alliance
  • Why the U.S.-China race in AI and semiconductors is a key front in global power competition.
  • How shifting geopolitical priorities are challenging the liberal world order and reshaping diplomatic strategies.
  • What rising trade tensions, tariffs, and economic policies signal for international markets and U.S.-EU relations.
  • How domestic polarization and upcoming U.S. elections could influence the future of America’s global role.


🔑 Key Topics:

  1. US Global Engagement Strategy
  2. US-China Tech and Economic Competition
  3. Geopolitical Transformation
  4. Economic and Diplomatic Tensions
  5. Domestic Political Landscape


Timestamps

0:00 Future of US Global Engagement Under Trump Administration

4:25 Economic and International Engagement

6:44 Navigating the Trump Administration

9:41 AI and Crypto Priorities

12:21 Geopolitical Shifts and US-China Relations

17:10 US-EU Relationship and Tariff Disputes

23:43 Future World Order and US Role

28:09 Blind SPots in US Foreign Policy

32:42 Polarization in US Politics

35:21 Economic Issues in the Next Election

38:00 Optimism for the Future


Connect with Philip Meissner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pmeissner

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]]> Highlights: India: Strategies for Success in a Rapidly Evolving Economy Highlights: India: Strategies for Success in a Rapidly Evolving Economy Tue, 18 Mar 2025 03:00:00 GMT 6:32 67d5a5a3b3ef7ea352bc16f8 false https://shows.acast.com/whats-next-with-philip-meissner/episodes/india-strategies-for-success-in-a-rapidly-evolving-economy-s 67d5a5a3b3ef7ea352bc16f8 67792674d83630b6e3270e16 india-strategies-for-success-in-a-rapidly-evolving-economy-s full 1 We have curated a special 7 minute version of our episode for you, packed with insights that will transform how you view India's growth story.


Discover the powerful role of the country's young population, the unique challenges of sustainable development, and India's complementary position on the global stage.


Don't miss this glimpse into the future.


Listen to the full episode now!

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OEaFtC-Iwn4

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/tr/podcast/india-strategies-for-success-in-a-rapidly-evolving-economy/id1793306908?i=1000698523264

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5k0QnDQlToiGQeX1ml35Qs?si=u32iZJ_KSJu_Ksl7T3w9hQ


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]]> We have curated a special 7 minute version of our episode for you, packed with insights that will transform how you view India's growth story.


Discover the powerful role of the country's young population, the unique challenges of sustainable development, and India's complementary position on the global stage.


Don't miss this glimpse into the future.


Listen to the full episode now!

Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OEaFtC-Iwn4

Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/tr/podcast/india-strategies-for-success-in-a-rapidly-evolving-economy/id1793306908?i=1000698523264

Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5k0QnDQlToiGQeX1ml35Qs?si=u32iZJ_KSJu_Ksl7T3w9hQ


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]]> Cybersecurity: Leveraging AI and Quantum Cybersecurity: Leveraging AI and Quantum Mon, 10 Mar 2025 02:00:00 GMT 33:23 67c3e90d22548f8888c6017e false https://shows.acast.com/whats-next-with-philip-meissner/episodes/cybersecurity-leveraging-ai-and-quantum 67c3e90d22548f8888c6017e 67792674d83630b6e3270e16 cybersecurity-leveraging-ai-and-quantum full 1 1 In this episode, we dive into the transformative role of AI in the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity. Prepare to uncover the cutting-edge strategies and emerging technologies that are shaping the future of digital protection. 


Join us as we explore the frontiers of AI-powered cybersecurity and discover how to stay one step ahead of the ever-changing digital landscape.


Tune in and unlock the secrets to safeguarding your digital assets in the years to come.


Main Topics Covered:

  • The convergence of AI, robotics, and quantum computing in cybersecurity
  • Strategies for small and medium-sized businesses to enhance their cybersecurity posture
  • The emergence of autonomous security systems and their impact on the industry
  • Preparing for the post-quantum world and the implications for data encryption


Key Takeaways:

  • "AI is a double-edged sword – it can be both a threat and a defense mechanism in the world of cybersecurity."
  • "Cybersecurity is no longer an option, but a necessity for organizations of all sizes."
  • "The future of cybersecurity lies in the ability to build resilient AI models and protect against AI-based attacks."


Timestamps:

00:00 Suhas Gopinath’s Journey and Early Challenges

02:05 Common Cybersecurity Mistakes and Training

02:55 Cyber Hygiene and  Zero Trust Network Architecture

05:48 AI’s Role in Cybersecurity and Digital Avatars

07:48 Convergence of AI and Robotics in Cybersecurity

11:00 Quantum Computing and Its Impact on Encryption

17:21 Satellite Security and Its Relevance to Companies

17:42 Balancing Cybersecurity for Small Businesses

19:04 Consumer Cybersecurity Awareness and IoT Devices

22:19 Future of Cybersecurity and Autonomous Security

27:34 Suhas Gopinath’s Advice for Young Entrepreneurs

30:25 Optimism About the Future

Connect with Philip Meissner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pmeissner


Connect with Suhas Gopinath

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suhasg/

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]]> In this episode, we dive into the transformative role of AI in the ever-evolving landscape of cybersecurity. Prepare to uncover the cutting-edge strategies and emerging technologies that are shaping the future of digital protection. 


Join us as we explore the frontiers of AI-powered cybersecurity and discover how to stay one step ahead of the ever-changing digital landscape.


Tune in and unlock the secrets to safeguarding your digital assets in the years to come.


Main Topics Covered:

  • The convergence of AI, robotics, and quantum computing in cybersecurity
  • Strategies for small and medium-sized businesses to enhance their cybersecurity posture
  • The emergence of autonomous security systems and their impact on the industry
  • Preparing for the post-quantum world and the implications for data encryption


Key Takeaways:

  • "AI is a double-edged sword – it can be both a threat and a defense mechanism in the world of cybersecurity."
  • "Cybersecurity is no longer an option, but a necessity for organizations of all sizes."
  • "The future of cybersecurity lies in the ability to build resilient AI models and protect against AI-based attacks."


Timestamps:

00:00 Suhas Gopinath’s Journey and Early Challenges

02:05 Common Cybersecurity Mistakes and Training

02:55 Cyber Hygiene and  Zero Trust Network Architecture

05:48 AI’s Role in Cybersecurity and Digital Avatars

07:48 Convergence of AI and Robotics in Cybersecurity

11:00 Quantum Computing and Its Impact on Encryption

17:21 Satellite Security and Its Relevance to Companies

17:42 Balancing Cybersecurity for Small Businesses

19:04 Consumer Cybersecurity Awareness and IoT Devices

22:19 Future of Cybersecurity and Autonomous Security

27:34 Suhas Gopinath’s Advice for Young Entrepreneurs

30:25 Optimism About the Future

Connect with Philip Meissner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pmeissner


Connect with Suhas Gopinath

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suhasg/

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]]> Politics: Revitalizing Democracy through Agile Governance Politics: Revitalizing Democracy through Agile Governance Mon, 10 Mar 2025 02:00:00 GMT 36:43 67c3eae9a7ca43b05ee3f328 false https://shows.acast.com/whats-next-with-philip-meissner/episodes/politics-revitalizing-democracy-through-agile-governance 67c3eae9a7ca43b05ee3f328 67792674d83630b6e3270e16 politics-revitalizing-democracy-through-agile-governance full 1 2 In this eye-opening episode, you'll discover innovative strategies to revitalize democracy and strengthen governance for the digital age. Hear from global leader Lisa Witter as she shares crucial insights on safeguarding the mental well-being of political leaders, inspiring the next generation to enter politics, and the transformative power of "Agile Governance."


Gain practical steps businesses and individuals can take to support democratic institutions, and leave with a renewed sense of optimism for the future of our political systems.


Don't miss this essential conversation - tune in now to unlock the keys to revitalizing democracy and reclaiming your voice in the 21st century.


Main Topics Covered:

  • Challenges facing democracies, such as eroding trust in governments and the rise of preference for strong leadership
  • Strategies for inspiring young people to get involved in politics beyond just running for office
  • The concept of "Democratic Innovation" and "Agile Governance" to modernize outdated political systems
  • The impact of social media on the political landscape and ways to bring politics back to local communities


Key Takeaways:

  • Embracing agile governance through digital innovation and participatory approaches is essential to modernize democratic systems.
  • Cultivating traits like curiosity, empathy, and adaptability in political leaders is crucial for navigating rapid changes in the digital age.
  • Leveraging technology can enhance human connections in politics and help rebuild trust in democratic institutions.


Timestamps:

0:00 Introduction and Background of Lisa Witter

2:31 Challenges Facing Democracies Today

3:39 Mental Well-Being and Safety of Political Leaders

4:58 Inspiring Young People to Enter Politics

7:19 Steps for Individuals and Organizations to Strengthen Democracies

9:36 Role of Business Leaders in Politics

12:51 Democratic Innovation and Agile Governance

14:55 Challenges of Digital Transformation in Governance

17:07 Best Practices in Agile Governance

20:35 Characteristics of ideal Political Leaders

22:38 Impact of Social Media on Politics

34:02 Conclusion and Final Thoughts


Connect with Philip Meissner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pmeissner


Connect with Lisa Witter

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lwitter/

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]]> In this eye-opening episode, you'll discover innovative strategies to revitalize democracy and strengthen governance for the digital age. Hear from global leader Lisa Witter as she shares crucial insights on safeguarding the mental well-being of political leaders, inspiring the next generation to enter politics, and the transformative power of "Agile Governance."


Gain practical steps businesses and individuals can take to support democratic institutions, and leave with a renewed sense of optimism for the future of our political systems.


Don't miss this essential conversation - tune in now to unlock the keys to revitalizing democracy and reclaiming your voice in the 21st century.


Main Topics Covered:

  • Challenges facing democracies, such as eroding trust in governments and the rise of preference for strong leadership
  • Strategies for inspiring young people to get involved in politics beyond just running for office
  • The concept of "Democratic Innovation" and "Agile Governance" to modernize outdated political systems
  • The impact of social media on the political landscape and ways to bring politics back to local communities


Key Takeaways:

  • Embracing agile governance through digital innovation and participatory approaches is essential to modernize democratic systems.
  • Cultivating traits like curiosity, empathy, and adaptability in political leaders is crucial for navigating rapid changes in the digital age.
  • Leveraging technology can enhance human connections in politics and help rebuild trust in democratic institutions.


Timestamps:

0:00 Introduction and Background of Lisa Witter

2:31 Challenges Facing Democracies Today

3:39 Mental Well-Being and Safety of Political Leaders

4:58 Inspiring Young People to Enter Politics

7:19 Steps for Individuals and Organizations to Strengthen Democracies

9:36 Role of Business Leaders in Politics

12:51 Democratic Innovation and Agile Governance

14:55 Challenges of Digital Transformation in Governance

17:07 Best Practices in Agile Governance

20:35 Characteristics of ideal Political Leaders

22:38 Impact of Social Media on Politics

34:02 Conclusion and Final Thoughts


Connect with Philip Meissner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pmeissner


Connect with Lisa Witter

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lwitter/

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]]> India: Strategies for Success in a Rapidly Evolving Economy India: Strategies for Success in a Rapidly Evolving Economy Mon, 10 Mar 2025 02:00:00 GMT 42:23 67c3ec2aa02912270d9506d0 false https://shows.acast.com/whats-next-with-philip-meissner/episodes/india-strategies-for-success-in-a-rapidly-evolving-economy 67c3ec2aa02912270d9506d0 67792674d83630b6e3270e16 india-strategies-for-success-in-a-rapidly-evolving-economy full 1 3 Discover the secrets behind India's meteoric rise as a global powerhouse. Ameya Prabhu, a leading voice on India's growth story, reveals the three crucial "Ds" - demography, democracy, and demand - driving the country's ascent.


Learn how India's young, tech-savvy population and open market are attracting top international companies, and why adapting to the nation's rich cultural diversity is crucial for success. Gain insider tips to navigate India's complex business landscape and unlock its boundless potential.


Don't miss this essential episode - your gateway to understanding India's transformative future.


Main Topics Covered:

  • India's rapid economic growth and the factors driving its attractiveness to global investors
  • Strategies for successful market entry and adaptation to India's diverse cultural landscape
  • India's young population and its transformative impact on the country's economy and business landscape
  • India's evolving role in global geopolitics and its approach to balancing relationships with major powers


Key Takeaways:

  • India's "3 Ds" - demography, democracy, and demand - drive its rapid economic growth and appeal to global investors
  • Adapting to India's cultural diversity and localized strategies are essential for successful market entry
  • India's young, tech-savvy population is transforming the country's economy and business landscape


Timestamps:

0:00 - Introduction of Ameya Prabhu and the topic of India's growth story

1:12 - Factors making India an attractive market for investors

5:57 - India as a technology and biotech hub

9:32 - Misconceptions about India and its diverse culture

13:29 - Navigating India's cultural contrasts and adapting business strategies

17:44 - Examples of successful global companies in India

21:49 - First steps for entering the Indian market

26:23 - Impact of India's young population

28:58 - India's role in global geopolitics

37:26 - Investment opportunities and high-potential sectors in India

40:41 - Ameya Prabhu's optimism and vision for the future


Connect with Philip Meissner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pmeissner


Connect with Ameya Prabhu

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ameya-prabhu-a3738289/

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]]> Discover the secrets behind India's meteoric rise as a global powerhouse. Ameya Prabhu, a leading voice on India's growth story, reveals the three crucial "Ds" - demography, democracy, and demand - driving the country's ascent.


Learn how India's young, tech-savvy population and open market are attracting top international companies, and why adapting to the nation's rich cultural diversity is crucial for success. Gain insider tips to navigate India's complex business landscape and unlock its boundless potential.


Don't miss this essential episode - your gateway to understanding India's transformative future.


Main Topics Covered:

  • India's rapid economic growth and the factors driving its attractiveness to global investors
  • Strategies for successful market entry and adaptation to India's diverse cultural landscape
  • India's young population and its transformative impact on the country's economy and business landscape
  • India's evolving role in global geopolitics and its approach to balancing relationships with major powers


Key Takeaways:

  • India's "3 Ds" - demography, democracy, and demand - drive its rapid economic growth and appeal to global investors
  • Adapting to India's cultural diversity and localized strategies are essential for successful market entry
  • India's young, tech-savvy population is transforming the country's economy and business landscape


Timestamps:

0:00 - Introduction of Ameya Prabhu and the topic of India's growth story

1:12 - Factors making India an attractive market for investors

5:57 - India as a technology and biotech hub

9:32 - Misconceptions about India and its diverse culture

13:29 - Navigating India's cultural contrasts and adapting business strategies

17:44 - Examples of successful global companies in India

21:49 - First steps for entering the Indian market

26:23 - Impact of India's young population

28:58 - India's role in global geopolitics

37:26 - Investment opportunities and high-potential sectors in India

40:41 - Ameya Prabhu's optimism and vision for the future


Connect with Philip Meissner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pmeissner


Connect with Ameya Prabhu

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ameya-prabhu-a3738289/

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]]> <![CDATA[What's Next ]]> Wed, 29 Jan 2025 09:38:53 GMT 0:30 6799e384a234f420da703c33 false https://shows.acast.com/whats-next-with-philip-meissner/episodes/whats-next 6799e384a234f420da703c33 67792674d83630b6e3270e16 whats-next trailer 1 Uncovering the insights of global thought leaders, What's Next guides you through the complex and fast-changing landscape of today’s world.

Join us as we explore the strategies, innovations, and perspectives that empower decision-makers to stay ahead and future-ready.


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]]> Uncovering the insights of global thought leaders, What's Next guides you through the complex and fast-changing landscape of today’s world.

Join us as we explore the strategies, innovations, and perspectives that empower decision-makers to stay ahead and future-ready.


Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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