The Global Discussion

The Global Discussion

Discussions with Creatives, Leaders, and Thinkers

  1. MAR 26

    Engagement, AI, and the Future of Education with Amanda Slavin Ep 276 - The Global Discussion

    Amanda Slavin, Founder of The Future Frequency and an engagement strategist working at the intersection of education, technology, and AI, speaks with Host Simon Hodgkins in this episode.Amanda shares insights from her journey across education, hospitality, marketing, and technology, and explains how engagement frameworks can reshape how we learn and interact with information.The conversation explores AI passports, learner data ownership, the future of education, and why human skills like curiosity and reflection may become the most valuable abilities in an AI-driven world.00:00 – Introduction Amanda Slavin01:32 – Amanda’s Journey: Education, Restaurants, and Engagement03:10 – What Is The Future Frequency?05:05 – Personalizing Content Through Engagement Levels06:48 – AI Passports and Personalized Learning Systems09:15 – Data Ownership and Learner Sovereignty13:40 – Human Connection in a Digital Learning World17:20 – Challenges and Breakthroughs in Engagement20:05 – Brands, Influencers, and the Biggest Classrooms21:20 – AI, Jobs, and the Future of Human Skills23:05 – Teaching Humans to Be Human Again24:05 – Where to Connect with Amanda SlavinWatch or Listen to The Global DiscussionSpotify ► https://open.spotify.com/show/3QdMqfzyvca6EVlEJ80I4nWeb ► https://www.theglobaldiscussion.comYouTube ► / @theglobaldiscussionOthers ► LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and FacebookJoin the newsletter via the website for updates on new episodes.

    25 min

  2. MAR 19

    Nine Fintech Trends to Watch and The AI Impact with Simon Hodgkins Ep 275 - The Global Discussion

    Simon Hodgkins, Host of The Global Discussion podcast, explores the rapidly evolving FinTech sector in this episode, highlighting the key trends shaping the future of financial services. From the growing role of artificial intelligence to the increasing importance of regulation, compliance, and trust, Simon outlines nine important areas that financial leaders, innovators, and technology professionals should be paying attention to. As FinTech firms evolve from disruptors into core players within the financial ecosystem, responsible AI, regulatory clarity, and strong governance are becoming essential for long-term success. 00:00 – Introduction to FinTech Trends 01:10 – FinTech’s Evolution from Disruption to Infrastructure 02:20 – Why AI Is Central to Financial Innovation 03:45 – AI Applications in Financial Services 05:10 – Ethical and Risk Considerations in AI 07:00 – Regulation and the EU AI Act 09:00 – Why Compliance Teams Matter in FinTech 11:00 – Scale, Trust, and Competitive Advantage 13:10 – The Future of FinTech and Responsible Growth Watch or Listen to The Global Discussion Spotify ► https://open.spotify.com/show/3QdMqfzyvca6EVlEJ80I4n Web ► https://www.theglobaldiscussion.com YouTube ► / @theglobaldiscussion Others ► LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and Facebook Join the newsletter via the website for updates on new episodes.

    8 min

  3. MAR 15

    Why AI Is Exposing How We Really Work with Simon Hodgkins Ep 274 - The Global Discussion

    Simon Hodgkins, Host of The Global Discussion, explores the idea that AI is not simply a tool upgrade but a true work redesign moment, reshaping productivity, leadership, and value creation.00:00 – Introduction: AI as a Work Redesign Moment01:12 – Why Productivity Was Never About Speed03:05 – AI as Exposure: Questioning Performative Work05:48 – Where the Biggest Productivity Gains Are Happening08:32 – From Output to Impact: What Really Matters11:20 – Knowledge Work Is Being Repriced14:10 – Management as the Hidden Bottleneck17:45 – Lower Cognitive Load and the Future of WorkWatch or Listen to The Global DiscussionSpotify ► https://open.spotify.com/show/3QdMqfzyvca6EVlEJ80I4nWeb ► https://www.theglobaldiscussion.comYouTube ► / @theglobaldiscussionOthers ► LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and FacebookJoin the newsletter via the website for updates on new episodes.

    14 min

  4. FEB 26

    Strategic Signals & Why Everything Is Speeding Up with Simon Hodgkins Ep 273 - The Global Discussion

    Simon Hodgkins, Host of The Global Discussion, explores “The Great Acceleration” in this solo episode, unpacking the key strategic themes emerging from ARK Invest’s Big Ideas 2026 report. He examines how artificial intelligence, robotics, blockchain, and energy systems are converging to reshape economic structures, compress timelines, and redefine competitive advantage. 00:00 – Introduction: The Great Acceleration 01:15 – Why ARK’s Big Ideas 2026 Is a Strategic Signal 03:20 – AI as a General Purpose Technology 05:45 – The AI Consumer Operating System 08:30 – Productivity Shifts & Knowledge Work 10:55 – Robotics, Energy & The Physical Economy 12:40 – Blockchain and Software-Defined Finance 14:10 – The Real Risk: Organizational Inertia & Final Thoughts Watch or Listen to The Global Discussion Spotify ► https://open.spotify.com/show/3QdMqfzyvca6EVlEJ80I4n Web ► https://www.theglobaldiscussion.com YouTube ► / @theglobaldiscussion Others ► LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and Facebook Join the newsletter via the website for updates on new episodes.

    15 min

  5. FEB 19

    Why AI Adoption Matters More Than AI Hype with Simon Hodgkins Ep 272 - The Global Discussion

    In this episode of The Global Discussion, Host Simon Hodgkins steps away from the traditional interview format to explore a pivotal shift underway in the world of artificial intelligence. The first act of AI was loud. This second act is potentially far more powerful. Drawing on real-world trends and patterns across technology cycles, Simon makes the case that we have already moved beyond the infrastructure arms race. The spotlight is no longer solely on chips, data centers, and model size. Instead, the focus has shifted to something more consequential: adoption. This episode challenges listeners to think differently about what progress in AI really looks like, and why the most transformative changes rarely make headlines. 00:00 – Introduction: A Different Kind of Episode 00:40 – The First Act of AI: Chips, Compute & Capital 02:01 – Why Adoption Creates Long-Term Value 03:14 – Behavior Change vs. Technical Change 05:25 – AI in Advertising: Human Judgment Repositioned 07:40 – Security & Investigations: Smarter, Faster Decisions 08:55 – Enterprise Software & Durable Advantage 10:00 – The Cultural Shift & The Hard Questions Watch or Listen to The Global Discussion Spotify ► https://open.spotify.com/show/3QdMqfz... Web ► https://www.theglobaldiscussion.com⁠ YouTube ► / @theglobaldiscussion Others ► LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and Facebook Join the newsletter via the website for updates on new episodes.

    13 min
  6. Innovation That Moves the Needle with Omaid Hiwaizi Ep 271 - The Global Discussion

    JAN 23

    Innovation That Moves the Needle with Omaid Hiwaizi Ep 271 - The Global Discussion

    Simon Hodgkins speaks with Omaid Hiwaizi on this episode of The Global Discussion. Omaid Hiwaizi has been busy navigating the intersection of creativity, technology, and human behavior. His story, which he shared on The Global Discussion podcast, is shaped by migration, curiosity, and a relentless desire to work on ideas that matter. It is also the story of someone who refuses to view innovation as an abstract notion. For Omaid, technology is valuable only when it moves the needle for real people in the real world. 00:00 - Introduction to the episode and guest Omaid Hiwaizi 00:33 - From Iraq to the UK, immigrant story and early life 01:14 - Maths, avant-garde design at i-D, and starting a first agency at 24 02:04 - Building HHM and Crayon, then moving into WPP, Sapient, and Blippar 03:24 - Working on emerging tech and complex propositions at Future Positive 06:36 - Making complexity compelling, L cells, GLP-1, and consumer storytelling 12:52 - Lessons from Blippar, Covent Garden AR campaign, and real business KPIs 24:44 - AI’s true impact, disappearing junior roles, no-code, and careers of the future Watch or Listen to The Global Discussion Spotify ► https://open.spotify.com/show/3QdMqfz... Web ► https://www.theglobaldiscussion.com⁠ YouTube ► / @theglobaldiscussion Others ► LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and Facebook Join the newsletter via the website for updates on new episodes.

    41 min
  7. Challenger Brands, Standout Stories and Theatre with David Quinn Ep 270 - The Global Discussion

    JAN 9

    Challenger Brands, Standout Stories and Theatre with David Quinn Ep 270 - The Global Discussion

    David Quinn brings a mix of theatre, advertising insight, and cultural curiosity that feels both refreshing and grounded on this episode of The Global Discussion. As founder and Business Director of Bloom, the Dublin-based creative and strategic agency, David has spent decades helping challenger brands punch above their weight. His work with Brady Family Ham is the example most people know, but the thinking behind it is what really sets the tone for his approach. David traced the path that led him from the underground theatre scene in Galway to becoming a respected voice in Irish advertising. The journey is anything but linear, and that is what makes it compelling. 00:44 - Bloom Advertising and building Brady Family Ham into a market leader 01:15 - Punchbag Theatre, found spaces, and the origins of "Eclipsed." 07:23 - Magdalene Laundries, national reaction, and Tommy Tiernan's early days 08:41 - Founding Bloom, Bloomsday inspiration, and working with challenger brands 17:18 - How theatre and advertising intersect: big ideas, pitching, and performance 17:46 - "A Modest Proposal," homelessness, and savage satire in modern Ireland 26:32 - From cave paintings to AI: the future of media, IAPI, and advice for young creatives Watch or Listen to The Global Discussion Spotify ► https://open.spotify.com/show/3QdMqfz... Web ► https://www.theglobaldiscussion.com⁠ YouTube ► / @theglobaldiscussion Others ► LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and Facebook Join the newsletter via the website for updates on new episodes.

    41 min

  8. 12/06/2025

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    The Global Discussion
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
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