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The Next Stage podcast by Web Summit

403 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 months ago - ★★★★★ - 1 rating

Hear from those at the forefront of tech and business worlds, cultural icons and influencers, and key global leaders to tackle the world’s most pressing issues, and you can listen in here - all on The Next Stage Podcast

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The cashless era: In conversation with Dan Schulman

July 14, 2021 11:00 - 26 minutes - 18.5 MB

The entire world is changing quickly, but in no industry is that more palpable than fintech. In the second quarter of 2020, PayPal's net payment volume amounted to US$221.7 billion.  Join CEO Dan Schulman as he shares why with great payments power comes social responsibility, and offers his predictions for the year to come. "The best technology conference on the planet". Follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Linkedin. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/we...

NASA: What's next? | Collision 2021

July 13, 2021 10:00 - 20 minutes - 14.3 MB

What does the future hold for space exploration? Let's hear about NASA's upcoming missions with Kathy Leuders Support the show (https://websummit.com/)

NASA: What's next?

July 13, 2021 10:00 - 20 minutes - 14.3 MB

What does the future hold for space exploration? Let's hear about NASA's upcoming missions with Kathy Leuders "The best technology conference on the planet". Follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Linkedin. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/websummit/message

TikTok’s unstoppable journey | Web Summit

July 07, 2021 11:00 - 22 minutes - 15.7 MB

From viral sensations to culture-making moments, TikTok captured our hearts and attention this year. Join entrepreneur, marketing guru and internet personality Gary Vaynerchuk, and TikTok’s vice president of global business solutions, Blake Chandlee, as they discuss what's been an incredible year for the app.  Learn what the future looks like for content, marketing and brands on the short-form video platform, and discover everything you wanted to know about TikTok from the experts. Support...

TikTok’s unstoppable journey

July 07, 2021 11:00 - 22 minutes - 15.7 MB

From viral sensations to culture-making moments, TikTok captured our hearts and attention this year. Join entrepreneur, marketing guru and internet personality Gary Vaynerchuk, and TikTok’s vice president of global business solutions, Blake Chandlee, as they discuss what's been an incredible year for the app.  Learn what the future looks like for content, marketing and brands on the short-form video platform, and discover everything you wanted to know about TikTok from the experts. "The be...

Social media beyond the new normal

July 06, 2021 11:00 - 10 minutes - 7.42 MB

First there was 2020. From Covid to Black Lives Matter to the unprecedented frequency of the word 'unprecedented', everything changed, including social media.  So where are we at in 2021? David Schneider, writer, director and founder of top UK social creative agency That Lot, looks at the where social is heading, from social dialogue and brand activism to the influencer economy and more.  Warning: May contain tips and insights. "The best technology conference on the planet". Follow us on ...

Social media beyond the new normal | Collision 2021

July 06, 2021 11:00 - 10 minutes - 7.43 MB

First there was 2020. From Covid to Black Lives Matter to the unprecedented frequency of the word 'unprecedented', everything changed, including social media.  So where are we at in 2021? David Schneider, writer, director and founder of top UK social creative agency That Lot, looks at the where social is heading, from social dialogue and brand activism to the influencer economy and more.  Warning: May contain tips and insights. Support the show (https://websummit.com/)

The future of sustainable food | Web Summit

June 30, 2021 11:00 - 17 minutes - 12 MB

Current agricultural practices are mainly profit-oriented and rarely tend to apply basic sustainable farming techniques. Can farming be done in a sustainable way? And, with an ever-growing world population, is there a way to satisfy the world’s appetite for meat without harming people, animals or the planet? Support the show (https://websummit.com/)

The future of sustainable food

June 30, 2021 11:00 - 17 minutes - 12 MB

Current agricultural practices are mainly profit-oriented and rarely tend to apply basic sustainable farming techniques. Can farming be done in a sustainable way? And, with an ever-growing world population, is there a way to satisfy the world’s appetite for meat without harming people, animals or the planet? "The best technology conference on the planet". Follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Linkedin. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/websummit/message

Ryan Reynolds on creativity and 'fastertising' | Collision 2021

June 29, 2021 08:00 - 35 minutes - 24.4 MB

Mint Mobile owner Ryan Reynolds and CEO David Glickman talk about the collaboration, creativity and connectivity that helped Mint Mobile reimagine the wireless experience. From selling wireless direct-to-consumer to fastertising, the two will discuss how the hyper-growth brand is disrupting a category that is rooted in the classic thinking of big ad budgets and brick-and-mortar retail.  Mint doesn’t mince words in its mission to save consumers from skyrocketing wireless bills. After all, "A...

Ryan Reynolds on creativity and 'fastertising'

June 29, 2021 08:00 - 35 minutes - 24.4 MB

Mint Mobile owner Ryan Reynolds and CEO David Glickman talk about the collaboration, creativity and connectivity that helped Mint Mobile reimagine the wireless experience. From selling wireless direct-to-consumer to fastertising, the two will discuss how the hyper-growth brand is disrupting a category that is rooted in the classic thinking of big ad budgets and brick-and-mortar retail.  Mint doesn’t mince words in its mission to save consumers from skyrocketing wireless bills. After all, "A...

MINI EPISODE: What does it mean to be progressive?

June 23, 2021 07:00 - 4 minutes - 2.82 MB

Renowned political commentator and democrat Brian Tyler Cohen explains to us what it means to be a progressive, and why this is the right way to do politics. "The best technology conference on the planet". Follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Linkedin. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/websummit/message

MINI EPISODE: What does it mean to be progressive? | Web Summit

June 23, 2021 07:00 - 4 minutes - 2.82 MB

Renowned political commentator and democrat Brian Tyler Cohen explains to us what it means to be a progressive, and why this is the right way to do politics. Support the show (https://websummit.com/)

Owning your own media stream

June 22, 2021 07:00 - 20 minutes - 13.9 MB

Join Midas Lister, Initialized Capital founder and YouTube content creator Garry Tan as he talks to Ben Gilbert, creator and host of Acquired podcast and managing director of PSL Ventures, about the value of owning your own media stream. "The best technology conference on the planet". Follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Linkedin. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/websummit/message

Owning your own media stream | Collision 2021

June 22, 2021 07:00 - 20 minutes - 13.9 MB

Join Midas Lister, Initialized Capital founder and YouTube content creator Garry Tan as he talks to Ben Gilbert, creator and host of Acquired podcast and managing director of PSL Ventures, about the value of owning your own media stream. Support the show (https://websummit.com/)

MINI EPISODE: What does it mean to be conservative? | Web Summit

June 16, 2021 07:00 - 5 minutes - 3.92 MB

MINI EPISODE: Renowned political commentator and republican Bill Kristol shares with us what it means to be a genuine conservative, and why he believes it is the right way to do politics. Support the show (https://websummit.com/)

MINI EPISODE: What does it mean to be conservative?

June 16, 2021 07:00 - 5 minutes - 3.92 MB

MINI EPISODE: Renowned political commentator and republican Bill Kristol shares with us what it means to be a genuine conservative, and why he believes it is the right way to do politics. "The best technology conference on the planet". Follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Linkedin. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/websummit/message

Fighting vaccine 'fake news' with Chelsea Clinton | Collision 2021

June 15, 2021 07:00 - 17 minutes - 11.7 MB

Disinformation is not a new problem. However, with the rollout of the Covid-19 vaccine so crucial for a return to normality, any disinformation about it is especially dangerous.  Chelsea Clinton joins us to discuss the work she is doing with the Clinton Foundation to combat this disinformation and make sure we all get vaccinated and back to normal. Support the show (https://websummit.com/)

Fighting vaccine 'fake news' with Chelsea Clinton

June 15, 2021 07:00 - 17 minutes - 11.7 MB

Disinformation is not a new problem. However, with the rollout of the Covid-19 vaccine so crucial for a return to normality, any disinformation about it is especially dangerous.  Chelsea Clinton joins us to discuss the work she is doing with the Clinton Foundation to combat this disinformation and make sure we all get vaccinated and back to normal. "The best technology conference on the planet". Follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Linkedin. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcaster...

Banks and Fintech need to kiss and make up | Web Summit

June 09, 2021 07:00 - 15 minutes - 10.6 MB

As we hurtle towards economic instability, it is more important now than ever that banks and fintechs put their differences aside and learn how to work together.  Don't miss these major traditional and digital banks discussing why collaboration is better than competition. Support the show (https://websummit.com/)

Banks and Fintech need to kiss and make up

June 09, 2021 07:00 - 15 minutes - 10.6 MB

As we hurtle towards economic instability, it is more important now than ever that banks and fintechs put their differences aside and learn how to work together.  Don't miss these major traditional and digital banks discussing why collaboration is better than competition. "The best technology conference on the planet". Follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Linkedin. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/websummit/message

Has 'woke' gone too far? | Collision 2021

June 08, 2021 07:00 - 15 minutes - 10.9 MB

“Cancel culture.” “Woke.” – these terms have become a core part of the modern lexicon. But have things gone too far? Join Vivek Ramaswamy and Brian Tyler Cohen as they debate. Support the show (https://websummit.com/)

Has 'woke' gone too far?

June 08, 2021 07:00 - 15 minutes - 10.9 MB

“Cancel culture.” “Woke.” – these terms have become a core part of the modern lexicon. But have things gone too far? Join Vivek Ramaswamy and Brian Tyler Cohen as they debate. "The best technology conference on the planet". Follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Linkedin. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/websummit/message

Podcasting's moment of truth

June 02, 2021 07:00 - 20 minutes - 14.3 MB

It has been a big year in the podcasting world.  What was an indie niche has exploded into the mainstream, with big tech and traditional media companies looking for a slice of the action. So how will the industry adapt to these changes and new players? And can the medium maintain the charm and intimacy that made it what it is today?  In this fireside, hear from Erik Diehn, CEO of Stitcher – a media company that specialises in the creation, distribution, and monetisation of podcasts – as he...

Podcasting's moment of truth | Web Summit

June 02, 2021 07:00 - 20 minutes - 14.3 MB

It has been a big year in the podcasting world.  What was an indie niche has exploded into the mainstream, with big tech and traditional media companies looking for a slice of the action. So how will the industry adapt to these changes and new players? And can the medium maintain the charm and intimacy that made it what it is today?  In this fireside, hear from Erik Diehn, CEO of Stitcher – a media company that specialises in the creation, distribution, and monetisation of podcasts – as he...

Why travel is ready for take-off again | Collision 2021

June 01, 2021 07:00 - 15 minutes - 10.8 MB

Covid-19 has had a major impact on so many industries, but none more so than travel. As we slowly begin to emerge from the pandemic, listen to Booking.com chairwoman Gillian Tans on the worldwide appetite for travel.  Support the show (https://websummit.com/)

Why travel is ready for take-off again

June 01, 2021 07:00 - 15 minutes - 10.8 MB

Covid-19 has had a major impact on so many industries, but none more so than travel. As we slowly begin to emerge from the pandemic, listen to Booking.com chairwoman Gillian Tans on the worldwide appetite for travel.  "The best technology conference on the planet". Follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Linkedin. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/websummit/message

What it means to be human

May 26, 2021 07:00 - 19 minutes - 13.5 MB

The human brain is a new frontier for technology, but will human augmentation lead to a loss of humanity?  With  Bryan Johnson, Professor Simon Evetts and Laurie Segall "The best technology conference on the planet". Follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Linkedin. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/websummit/message

The future of big tech under President Biden

May 25, 2021 10:00 - 15 minutes - 10.9 MB

Brittany Kaiser will discuss what the future of big tech will look like in the USA under Biden.  "The best technology conference on the planet". Follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Linkedin. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/websummit/message

Bringing micro mobility to the masses | Collision 2021

May 25, 2021 07:00 - 20 minutes - 14.3 MB

Having pivoted during Covid-19, micro mobility leader Lime is bringing a new dimension to that last mile home, through e-bikes, e-scooters and, now, e-mopeds. Support the show (https://websummit.com/)

Bringing micro mobility to the masses

May 25, 2021 07:00 - 20 minutes - 14.3 MB

Having pivoted during Covid-19, micro mobility leader Lime is bringing a new dimension to that last mile home, through e-bikes, e-scooters and, now, e-mopeds. "The best technology conference on the planet". Follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Linkedin. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/websummit/message

How to raise a billion dollars

May 19, 2021 07:00 - 18 minutes - 12.7 MB

MoBike have raised close to a billion dollars in funding for their bike sharing startup which has expanded beyond their native country to be found all around the world.  Their Co-founder and CTO, Joe Xia, tells Erin Griffith of Wired how they did this. "The best technology conference on the planet". Follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Linkedin. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/websummit/message

Are we prepared for future pandemics? | Collision 2021

May 18, 2021 07:00 - 18 minutes - 12.6 MB

Did Covid-19 catch us out? What lessons have we learned? How would – and should – we do things differently next time? Two healthcare experts discuss everything from innovation in immunology to how best to prep the world's hospitals for crises of the future. Support the show (https://websummit.com/)

Are we prepared for future pandemics?

May 18, 2021 07:00 - 18 minutes - 12.6 MB

Did Covid-19 catch us out? What lessons have we learned? How would – and should – we do things differently next time? Two healthcare experts discuss everything from innovation in immunology to how best to prep the world's hospitals for crises of the future. "The best technology conference on the planet". Follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Linkedin. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/websummit/message

How to prevent a cyber war

May 12, 2021 07:00 - 22 minutes - 15.4 MB

Understanding the future of technology in conflict and how to counter the threat of cyber-warfare with Jared Cohen. "The best technology conference on the planet". Follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Linkedin. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/websummit/message

An education in 5G | Collision 2021

May 11, 2021 07:00 - 16 minutes - 11.6 MB

Time to explore how 5G will impact the future of education, inside and outside the classroom. We'll take a look at how 5G will continue to blend the physical and digital worlds, the role university plays in 5G explorations, and the ways 5G will make learning come alive in the newest and most extraordinary ways. Support the show (https://websummit.com/)

An education in 5G

May 11, 2021 07:00 - 16 minutes - 11.6 MB

Time to explore how 5G will impact the future of education, inside and outside the classroom. We'll take a look at how 5G will continue to blend the physical and digital worlds, the role university plays in 5G explorations, and the ways 5G will make learning come alive in the newest and most extraordinary ways. "The best technology conference on the planet". Follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Linkedin. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/websummit/message

The real future of Europe

May 05, 2021 07:00 - 20 minutes - 14 MB

Join Margrethe Vestager – executive vice president of the European Commission for A Europe Fit for the Digital Age – in conversation with Nicholas Thompson, as they discuss what's next for the EU's digital future. "The best technology conference on the planet". Follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Linkedin. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/websummit/message

The real future of Europe | Margrethe Vestager

May 05, 2021 07:00 - 20 minutes - 14 MB

Join Margrethe Vestager – executive vice president of the European Commission for A Europe Fit for the Digital Age – in conversation with Nicholas Thompson, as they discuss what's next for the EU's digital future. Support the show (https://websummit.com/)

How to hack from home | Collision

May 04, 2021 07:00 - 22 minutes - 15.6 MB

Alex Stamos – former chief security officer of Facebook, and current Zoom security adviser – discusses how Covid has upended cybersecurity and online propaganda for both attackers and defenders. Support the show (https://websummit.com/)

How to hack from home

May 04, 2021 07:00 - 22 minutes - 15.6 MB

Alex Stamos – former chief security officer of Facebook, and current Zoom security adviser – discusses how Covid has upended cybersecurity and online propaganda for both attackers and defenders. "The best technology conference on the planet". Follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Linkedin. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/websummit/message

Queer Eye's Bobby Berk

April 28, 2021 07:00 - 21 minutes - 14.7 MB

Bobby Berk rose to fame as the design expert on Netflix's Emmy-winning Queer Eye.  He will discuss balancing life in the public eye while growing his lifestyle and design brand, using your platform for activism, and how Covid has impacted design in our homes. "The best technology conference on the planet". Follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Linkedin. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/websummit/message

Queer Eye's Bobby Berk | Web Summit

April 28, 2021 07:00 - 21 minutes - 14.7 MB

Bobby Berk rose to fame as the design expert on Netflix's Emmy-winning Queer Eye.  He will discuss balancing life in the public eye while growing his lifestyle and design brand, using your platform for activism, and how Covid has impacted design in our homes. Support the show (https://websummit.com/)

How I turned my passion into a billion-dollar business | Collision

April 27, 2021 07:00 - 8 minutes - 6.09 MB

Josh Luber channeled his childhood passion for sneakers into a company that transformed the marketplace.  He laid the foundations for the world’s first sneaker stock market. In this talk, Luber tells the story of how he turned his hobby into billion-dollar business StockX. Support the show (https://websummit.com/)

How I turned my passion into a billion-dollar business

April 27, 2021 07:00 - 8 minutes - 6.09 MB

Josh Luber channeled his childhood passion for sneakers into a company that transformed the marketplace.  He laid the foundations for the world’s first sneaker stock market. In this talk, Luber tells the story of how he turned his hobby into billion-dollar business StockX. "The best technology conference on the planet". Follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Linkedin. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/websummit/message

Henrik Larsson | Web Summit

April 21, 2021 07:00 - 18 minutes - 12.9 MB

This talk will focus on how new innovations and tools pioneered by TRIQ Arena and Henrik Larsson can help encourage children and young people to have an active and healthy lifestyle. Support the show (https://websummit.com/)

In conversation with Henrik Larsson

April 21, 2021 07:00 - 18 minutes - 12.9 MB

This talk will focus on how new innovations and tools pioneered by TRIQ Arena and Henrik Larsson can help encourage children and young people to have an active and healthy lifestyle. "The best technology conference on the planet". Follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Linkedin. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/websummit/message

Ev Williams | Collision

April 20, 2021 07:00 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MB

Ev Williams and Kara Swisher  discuss the next chapter for Medium, what excites Ev as an investor and entrepreneur.  Support the show (https://websummit.com/)

In conversation with Ev Williams

April 20, 2021 07:00 - 24 minutes - 16.9 MB

Ev Williams and Kara Swisher  discuss the next chapter for Medium, what excites Ev as an investor and entrepreneur.  "The best technology conference on the planet". Follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Linkedin. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/websummit/message

Kevin Hart | Web Summit

April 14, 2021 07:00 - 22 minutes - 15.2 MB

Where is activewear going beyond 2020?  In this session, Kevin Hart joins Techstyle Fashion Group's co-founder and co-CEO, Adam Goldenberg, to share the latest on fashion, tech and building their business empires. Support the show (https://websummit.com/)

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