The Next Stage podcast by Web Summit
403 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 months ago - ★★★★★ - 1 ratingHear 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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Conquering your tech addiction
November 18, 2020 08:00 - 18 minutes - 12.6 MBJustin McLeod, Dame Til Wykes and Katie Collins Endless scrolling, constant texting, and living our lives staring at phones. These are some of the signs of tech addiction. So much of modern life is spent gazing at that black mirror. In this session we hear from two leading proponents of getting people off their phones and out into the real world. "The best technology conference on the planet". Follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Linkedin. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters....
In conversation with NBA Superstars
November 17, 2020 08:00 - 16 minutes - 11.7 MBMeet the NBA stars building businesses off the court, even while juggling the demands of a pro athlete and indulging their creative and entrepreneurial streaks. Al Harrington, Langston Galloway, Rondae Hollis Jefferson and Randy Osei talk life off the court and building business. "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
NBA Superstars | Collision from Home
November 17, 2020 08:00 - 16 minutes - 11.7 MBMeet the NBA stars building businesses off the court, even while juggling the demands of a pro athlete and indulging their creative and entrepreneurial streaks. Al Harrington, Langston Galloway, Rondae Hollis Jefferson and Randy Osei talk life off the court and building business. Support the show (https://websummit.com/)
NBA Superstars | Collision from Home 2020
November 17, 2020 08:00 - 16 minutes - 11.7 MBMeet the NBA stars building businesses off the court, even while juggling the demands of a pro athlete and indulging their creative and entrepreneurial streaks. Al Harrington, Langston Galloway, Rondae Hollis Jefferson and Randy Osei talk life off the court and building business. Support the show (https://websummit.com/)
Sell your story, not your soul.
November 11, 2020 08:00 - 13 minutes - 8.96 MBUnicorn founders and leading VCs uncover common mistakes made during a funding pitch, what makes them cringe, and what they look for in a winning team. Listen in to Ariel Cohen, Michele Romanow and Marcel Rosenbac "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
Emily Oberman | Collision from Home 2020
November 10, 2020 08:00 - 43 minutes - 30 MBIn this week's episode, Emily will discuss life as a partner in Pentagram, the world's largest independent design consultancy. She'll describe her work with media brand behemoths including NBC Universal, DC Entertainment and Warner Bros. Support the show (https://websummit.com/)
In conversation with Emily Oberman
November 10, 2020 08:00 - 43 minutes - 30 MBIn this week's episode, Emily will discuss life as a partner in Pentagram, the world's largest independent design consultancy. She'll describe her work with media brand behemoths including NBC Universal, DC Entertainment and Warner Bros. "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
Margrethe Vestager vs. The Tech Giants
November 04, 2020 08:00 - 17 minutes - 12.3 MBMargrethe Vestager and Laurie Segall Hear from the gatekeeper for the future of technology who has taken on Apple, Amazon and Google, and won, and is only getting started. "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 tough is New York's startup scene? | Collision from Home 2020
November 03, 2020 08:00 - 18 minutes - 13 MBNew York City is one of the areas in the US hardest hit by Covid-19. How will the tech startup and VC scenes recover as New York's resilience is put to the test? A top VC and two of the most active accelerators in New York discuss. Support the show (https://websummit.com/)
How tough is New York's startup scene?
November 03, 2020 08:00 - 18 minutes - 13 MBNew York City is one of the areas in the US hardest hit by Covid-19. How will the tech startup and VC scenes recover as New York's resilience is put to the test? A top VC and two of the most active accelerators in New York discuss. "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
Can we halt the rise of fake news?
October 28, 2020 08:00 - 17 minutes - 12 MBThis week we join Mitchell Baker, David Pemsel, Ana Brnabic and Matthew Garrahan as they sit down to talk about 'Fake news' and 'alternative facts' that have warped society's perception of the media. Now that the genie is out of the bottle, can we re-establish faith in the fourth estate? "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
Siyabulela Mandela | Collision from Home 2020
October 27, 2020 08:00 - 24 minutes - 16.8 MBFor centuries, millions of people have been brutally crushed beneath the jackboot of institutional racism. Systemic revolution to eradicate oppression is long overdue. This week's episode welcomes influential civil rights leaders to discuss how, collectively, we can rise to the challenge. Support the show (https://websummit.com/)
In conversation with Siyabulela Mandela
October 27, 2020 08:00 - 24 minutes - 16.8 MBFor centuries, millions of people have been brutally crushed beneath the jackboot of institutional racism. Systemic revolution to eradicate oppression is long overdue. This week's episode welcomes influential civil rights leaders to discuss how, collectively, we can rise to the challenge. "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
Next stop, the future.
October 21, 2020 07:00 - 17 minutes - 11.9 MBThis week we discuss whether the ambitious Hyperloop project can change public transport forever? Shervin Pishevar, Rob Lloyd and Bruce Upbin discuss all from Centre Stage of Web Summit "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
Huda Beauty | Collision from Home 2020
October 20, 2020 07:00 - 19 minutes - 13.3 MBIn this week's episode, we hear the fascinating story of how Huda and Mona Kattan, the co-founders of Huda Beauty, built a beauty empire that includes skincare, cosmetics and fragrances. The duo have created an unprecedented global digital community with more than 43 million followers on Instagram alone. In this talk, they'll detail their multichannel approach to content and commerce. Support the show (https://websummit.com/)
Huda Beauty
October 20, 2020 07:00 - 19 minutes - 13.3 MBIn this week's episode, we hear the fascinating story of how Huda and Mona Kattan, the co-founders of Huda Beauty, built a beauty empire that includes skincare, cosmetics and fragrances. The duo have created an unprecedented global digital community with more than 43 million followers on Instagram alone. In this talk, they'll detail their multichannel approach to content and commerce. "The best technology conference on the planet". Follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Linkedin. --- Send...
Joseph Gordon-Levitt: Crowd vs. Community
October 14, 2020 07:00 - 18 minutes - 12.9 MBJoseph Gordon-Levitt of hitRECord : This week we discuss how does the notion of creativity and technology enable artistic synergies? "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
Cal Henderson | Collision from Home 2020
October 13, 2020 07:00 - 21 minutes - 14.9 MBOvernight, businesses around the world have found themselves faced with a new way of working. Organizations are trying to adjust to this unfamiliar world of remote work and find alternative ways to get things done. In this week's episode, Cal Henderson, co-founder and CTO at Slack, will discuss key aspects of this reformed style of work and how we can emerge stronger – with better methods of collaboration – once it's safe to return to the office. He’ll also discuss the implications of this...
In conversation with Cal Henderson
October 13, 2020 07:00 - 21 minutes - 14.9 MBOvernight, businesses around the world have found themselves faced with a new way of working. Organizations are trying to adjust to this unfamiliar world of remote work and find alternative ways to get things done. In this week's episode, Cal Henderson, co-founder and CTO at Slack, will discuss key aspects of this reformed style of work and how we can emerge stronger – with better methods of collaboration – once it's safe to return to the office. He’ll also discuss the implications of this...
Next to Impossible | Lily Cole
October 07, 2020 07:00 - 11 minutes - 7.87 MBLily Cole talking about her new start up, Impossible, at Centre Stage of Web Summit with Matt Garrahan from the Financial Times. Support the show (https://websummit.com/)
Next to Impossible with Lily Cole
October 07, 2020 07:00 - 11 minutes - 7.87 MBLily Cole talking about her new start up, Impossible, at Centre Stage of Web Summit with Matt Garrahan from the Financial Times. "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
In conversation with LL COOL J
October 06, 2020 11:00 - 18 minutes - 12.5 MBIn this week's episode, hip-hop icon LL COOL J – together with Redpoint Ventures' founding partner, Geoff Yang – will explore the intersection of content, commerce and real-life experiences that expertly engage Gen X. "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
LL COOL J | Collision from Home 2020
October 06, 2020 11:00 - 18 minutes - 12.5 MBIn this week's episode, hip-hop icon LL COOL J – together with Redpoint Ventures' founding partner, Geoff Yang – will explore the intersection of content, commerce and real-life experiences that expertly engage Gen X. Support the show (https://websummit.com/)
In conversation with LL COOL J
October 06, 2020 11:00 - 18 minutes - 12.8 MBIn this week's episode, hip-hop icon LL COOL J – together with Redpoint Ventures' founding partner, Geoff Yang – will explore the intersection of content, commerce and real-life experiences that expertly engage Gen X. "The best technology conference on the planet". Join us in Lisbon this November. "The best technology conference on the planet". Follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Linkedin.
We must ban sex robots.
September 30, 2020 07:00 - 18 minutes - 12.7 MBDe Montfort University's Kathleen Richardson, Hanson Robotics' Ben Goertzel, and Tech World's Charlotte Jee debate whether sex robots should be left to the user to try or whether they go too far and should be stopped immediately. "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
Steve Aoki | Collision from Home 2020
September 28, 2020 12:00 - 21 minutes - 14.7 MBIs your head A-oki? World-renowned DJ, producer and entrepreneur Steve Aoki sits down with Headspace co-founder and CEO Rich Pierson to discuss mindfulness, meditation, creativity, and looking after your mental health. Support the show (https://websummit.com/)
In conversation with Steve Aoki
September 28, 2020 12:00 - 21 minutes - 14.7 MBIs your head A-oki? World-renowned DJ, producer and entrepreneur Steve Aoki sits down with Headspace co-founder and CEO Rich Pierson to discuss mindfulness, meditation, creativity, and looking after your mental health. "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
Hybrid humans - when, not if.
September 23, 2020 07:00 - 18 minutes - 12.5 MBFor this week's episode, Kernel's Bryan Johnson explains why expanding human intelligence should be the main focus and priority of our times, and the challenges that come with breaking new ground on understanding the brain. "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
In conversation with Anthony Scaramucci
September 22, 2020 07:00 - 44 minutes - 30.4 MBToday, we’re giving you a sneak peek at the hot topics covered during the first online edition of our North American tech event, Collision from Home. Not many people can say they’ve been called a ‘nutjob’ by the US president, but today’s guest can. He spent 10 days as the communications director in Donald Trump’s White House before being fired and attacked on Twitter by the leader of the free world. In conversation with the Wall Street Journal’s Sabrina Siddiqui, it’s Anthony Scaramucci. ...
Anthony Scaramucci | Collision From Home 2020
September 22, 2020 07:00 - 44 minutes - 30.4 MBToday, we’re giving you a sneak peek at the hot topics covered during the first online edition of our North American tech event, Collision from Home. Not many people can say they’ve been called a ‘nutjob’ by the US president, but today’s guest can. He spent 10 days as the communications director in Donald Trump’s White House before being fired and attacked on Twitter by the leader of the free world. In conversation with the Wall Street Journal’s Sabrina Siddiqui, it’s Anthony Scaramucci. ...
Creating the sixth sense
September 16, 2020 07:00 - 13 minutes - 9.41 MBThis week we have one of the leading names in neuroscience, David Eagleman of Baylor College of Medicine, discusses his experiments in trying to create a new sense from Centre Stage of Web Summit. "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
Shay Mitchell | Collision from Home 2020
September 15, 2020 07:00 - 15 minutes - 10.3 MBYou might recognise actress, founder and philanthropist Shay Mitchell from her role in 2018’s most binge-worthy Netflix show, You. She originally rose to fame as one of the leads in the ABC Family show Pretty Little Liars, and has since taken on a number of roles, including Dollface’s Stella. Acting’s not her only talent. On top of running a lifestyle-focused YouTube channel, Shay is the founder and chief brand officer of travel and lifestyle accessory brand BÉIS. As a frequent traveller, S...
In conversation with Shay Mitchell
September 15, 2020 07:00 - 15 minutes - 10.3 MBYou might recognise actress, founder and philanthropist Shay Mitchell from her role in 2018’s most binge-worthy Netflix show, You. She originally rose to fame as one of the leads in the ABC Family show Pretty Little Liars, and has since taken on a number of roles, including Dollface’s Stella. Acting’s not her only talent. On top of running a lifestyle-focused YouTube channel, Shay is the founder and chief brand officer of travel and lifestyle accessory brand BÉIS. As a frequent traveller, S...
How to buy a football club | Ronaldo
September 09, 2020 07:00 - 13 minutes - 8.99 MBAt Web Summit 2019 in Lisbon, Brazilian football legend Ronaldo sat down with OTB's Ger Gilroy to talk about his extraordinary career and his decision to go and buy a football club. Support the show (https://websummit.com/)
Ronaldo explores how to buy a football club
September 09, 2020 07:00 - 13 minutes - 8.99 MBAt Web Summit 2019 in Lisbon, Brazilian football legend Ronaldo sat down with OTB's Ger Gilroy to talk about his extraordinary career and his decision to go and buy a football club. "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
Can computers become our business advisors? | Amit Singh
September 02, 2020 07:00 - 9 minutes - 6.87 MBMachine learning; the next great leap. Machine intelligence is key to Google's mission to organize the world's information and make it universally accessible and useful. It's what turns our computers into advisors. It may sound like science fiction, but we'll soon wonder how we managed without. Google's Amit Singh tells us more.. Support the show (https://websummit.com/)
Can computers become our business advisors?
September 02, 2020 07:00 - 9 minutes - 6.87 MBMachine learning; the next great leap. Machine intelligence is key to Google's mission to organize the world's information and make it universally accessible and useful. It's what turns our computers into advisors. It may sound like science fiction, but we'll soon wonder how we managed without. Google's Amit Singh tells us more.. "The best technology conference on the planet". Follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Linkedin. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/...
Is the future of search visual?
August 26, 2020 07:00 - 17 minutes - 12.2 MBPinterest's Ben Silbermann and Wired's Lauren Goode talk about the ways visual technology is transforming how people get inspired, find new ideas and do what they love. "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 story behind Pokémon GO
August 19, 2020 07:00 - 16 minutes - 11.5 MBThere’s no doubt 2016 was crazy; but in the year of Brexit and Trump’s presidential election, the biggest craze of them all was Pokémon GO. The mobile game took the world by storm, breaking a slew of records, and remains popular to this day. So, the question is – what next for its developers, Niantuic? Co-founder Phil Keslin explains all. www.websummit.com/tickets "The best technology conference on the planet". Follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Linkedin. --- Send in a voice messag...
We need more responsible entrepreneurs | Rick Ridgeway
August 12, 2020 07:00 - 18 minutes - 12.8 MBOur next podcast features an adventurer who could be straight out of a book. Vice president of environmental affairs at Patagonia, mountaineer and environmentalist Rick Ridgeway has scaled peaks across the planet, but says humanity faces a taller challenge tackling climate change. Rick explores why it’s so important for entrepreneurs globally to focus solely on their environmental practices. Support the show (https://websummit.com/)
We need more responsible entrepreneurs with Rick Ridgeway
August 12, 2020 07:00 - 18 minutes - 12.8 MBOur next podcast features an adventurer who could be straight out of a book. Vice president of environmental affairs at Patagonia, mountaineer and environmentalist Rick Ridgeway has scaled peaks across the planet, but says humanity faces a taller challenge tackling climate change. Rick explores why it’s so important for entrepreneurs globally to focus solely on their environmental practices. "The best technology conference on the planet". Follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Linkedin. -...
Have we forgotten about Brexit? | Michel Barnier
August 05, 2020 07:00 - 14 minutes - 10.2 MBThe UK has left the EU – now what? Michel Barnier, the European Commission's head of the UK task force, is charged with handling the separation proceedings, and gives us an in-depth look at what we can expect for Europe in the near 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
Stripe building for Asia’s 'new economy' | John Collison
July 29, 2020 07:00 - 17 minutes - 12.3 MBOur next talk features the co-founder of one of the most innovative payments companies in the world. John Collison founded Stripe, with his brother Patrick, back in 2009 and since then they’ve overseen a meteoric rise that has made them one of the biggest unicorns in America. Here he is speaking at our Asian event RISE with Arbor Ventures' Melissa Guzy about the company’s journey and Stripe’s move east. "The best technology conference on the planet". Follow us on Twitter, Instagram and...
Being a doctor and NFL player during COVID-19
July 27, 2020 13:00 - 22 minutes - 15.6 MBToday, we’re releasing some bonus content to give you a sneak peak at some of the goings on at our new online event, Collision from Home. On February 2, 2020, Laurent Duvernay-Tardif helped the Kansas City Chiefs win the Super Bowl. Fast forward to today, and he's facing a far more difficult challenge: Laurent is the NFL's only qualified doctor is currently working at a long-term care centre working to beat COVID-19 Laurent is the first player to opt out of the upcoming NFL season becaus...
No funny business with Hannibal Burress
July 22, 2020 07:00 - 15 minutes - 10.8 MBThis week we hear from comedian, writer, podcast host and actor, Hannibal Burress. Hannibal joined us on Centre Stage of RISE to talk about his journey in creating content, staying humble and delving into gaming, investing and even the cannabis business. "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
No funny business | Hannibal Burress
July 22, 2020 07:00 - 15 minutes - 10.8 MBThis week we hear from comedian, writer, podcast host and actor, Hannibal Burress. Hannibal joined us on Centre Stage of RISE to talk about his journey in creating content, staying humble and delving into gaming, investing and even the cannabis business. Support the show (https://websummit.com/)
Startup to global brand with Razer's Min Liang Tan
July 15, 2020 07:00 - 18 minutes - 12.7 MBThis week we have an interview with the charismatic founder and CEO of beloved gaming company Razer – Min-Liang Tan. The startup's latest trajectory is not a route taken by most -- moving from being a static provider of hardware to software, services and payments courtesy of a partnership with Tencent. Listen in as Min-Liang talks about taking mobile gaming to the next level. "The best technology conference on the planet". Follow us on Twitter, Instagram and Linkedin. --- Send in a v...
Razer: from startup to global brand | Min Liang Tan
July 15, 2020 07:00 - 18 minutes - 12.7 MBThis week we have an interview with the charismatic founder and CEO of beloved gaming company Razer – Min-Liang Tan. The startup's latest trajectory is not a route taken by most -- moving from being a static provider of hardware to software, services and payments courtesy of a partnership with Tencent. Listen in as Min-Liang talks about taking mobile gaming to the next level. Support the show (https://websummit.com/)
Solving the climate crisis with Al Gore
July 08, 2020 07:00 - 13 minutes - 9.16 MBOur next speaker is one of the world’s most prominent climate advocates, a former US Vice President, and an investor in green technologies. Al Gore closed out Web Summit 2017 with this keynote speech that educated and inspired the audience, earning a standing ovation from the Centre Stage crowd. "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
Solving the climate crisis | Al Gore
July 08, 2020 07:00 - 13 minutes - 9.16 MBOur next speaker is one of the world’s most prominent climate advocates, a former US Vice President, and an investor in green technologies. Al Gore closed out Web Summit 2017 with this keynote speech that educated and inspired the audience, earning a standing ovation from the Centre Stage crowd. Support the show (https://websummit.com/)