3 Takeaways

Lynn Thoman
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3 Takeaways

3 Takeaways features insights from the world’s best thinkers, business leaders, writers, politicians, scientists and other newsmakers. Each episode ends with 3 key takeaways to help you understand the world in new ways that can benefit your life and career. Hosted by Lynn Thoman.

  1. Top Takeaways of 2024 (#232)

    3 DAYS AGO

    Top Takeaways of 2024 (#232)

    The episode you’ve been waiting for is here: our Top Takeaways of 2024. Listen to some of the world’s smartest, most influential thinkers, business leaders, innovators, technologists, and other newsmakers — including Eric Schmidt, Mellody Hobson, Atul Gawande, Fareed Zakaria, Jill Abramson, Stephen Breyer, Niall Ferguson and others. You don’t want to miss this episode.If you'd like to listen to any of the full episodes: Historian Niall Ferguson is episode 199.Mellody Hobson is episode 18...

    27 min
  2. AI: How It’s Being Used Now, What’s Next, and What’s After That (#231)

    JAN 7

    AI: How It’s Being Used Now, What’s Next, and What’s After That (#231)

    There’s a lot being said about AI these days that’s science fiction. One person who knows the facts is David Schmaier, President and Chief Product Officer of Salesforce. Here, he talks in detail about the many unseen ways AI is being used now, how it will profoundly stimulate innovation and benefit humanity, the rise of robots, and more.

    24 min
  3. The Science and Skill of Superforecasting (#230)

    12/31/2024

    The Science and Skill of Superforecasting (#230)

    Imagine how much better your decision making would be if you could better predict the future. It’s possible, with superforecasting. In fact, a team of superforecasters won a forecasting tournament conducted by the U.S. intelligence community. What do superforecasters actually do, and how can you become a better forecaster? Don’t miss this talk with superforecaster, and CEO of Good Judgement Inc, Warren Hatch.

    21 min
  4. The Search for Another Earth (#229)

    12/24/2024

    The Search for Another Earth (#229)

    Is there another planet in the universe like Earth? Is there life elsewhere? And if so, how advanced is it? Join us as Sara Seager — astronomer, planet hunter, MIT professor, and MacArthur Genius Grant recipient — presents a mind-blowing progress report on the rigorous search for Earth’s planetary twin and other life in the universe.

    19 min
  5. A Blueprint for Reimagining Our Cities (#228)

    12/17/2024

    A Blueprint for Reimagining Our Cities (#228)

    Our cities need to be revitalized to make them more appealing. But how? Seth Pinsky, CEO of 92NY and former CEO of New York City's Economic Development Corporation, has answers. Here, he talks knowingly about creative ways to stimulate growth; how to combat the skepticism that government can deliver on its promises; the importance of what he calls magnetic infrastructure; and more.

    25 min
  6. Former U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman on China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea (#227)

    12/10/2024

    Former U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman on China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea (#227)

    China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea are all determined to subvert America. Nobody knows more about this than former U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Wendy Sherman, who has worked for three presidents and five secretaries of state. Hear what this foreign policy expert says America must do to remain dominant, how AI will impact the world order, and much more.

    24 min
  7. Secrets of a Wildly Successful TV Writer (#226)

    12/03/2024

    Secrets of a Wildly Successful TV Writer (#226)

    Ever wonder why some movies and TV shows are so powerful and gripping? What makes for a deeply compelling story? Why George Clooney is so popular? Listen as Neal Baer, Hollywood TV writer and producer extraordinaire, talks about the craft and magic of storytelling in a way that will benefit almost everyone — including you.

    20 min
  8. Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt on AI: Shaping the Next Era of Humanity (#225)

    11/23/2024

    Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt on AI: Shaping the Next Era of Humanity (#225)

    Eric Schmidt is astonishing. Here, the former CEO of Google and one of the world’s most brilliant technologists talks with visionary wisdom about Artificial Intelligence and its impact on business, healthcare, warfare, climate change, human survival and more. Don’t miss this chance to learn how AI powers we have not yet imagined will affect our daily lives.Eric’s new book, which is fascinating, is Genesis.

    38 min
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3 Takeaways features insights from the world’s best thinkers, business leaders, writers, politicians, scientists and other newsmakers. Each episode ends with 3 key takeaways to help you understand the world in new ways that can benefit your life and career. Hosted by Lynn Thoman.

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    Lynn Thoman
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
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