What's Next with Philip Meissner

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

  1. 6d ago

    Highlights: Brandon Sorbom Co-Founder of Commonwealth Fusion: How Close Are We to Limitless Energy?

    We’ve curated a 7-minute segment packed with surprising insights into a sun we could switch on, a billion years of fuel, and the powerful magnets that could bring nearly limitless energy within reach. Listen to the full episode now! Youtube: https://youtu.be/BG0gFYm4ehAApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/brandon-sorbom-co-founder-of-commonwealth-fusion-how/id1793306908?i=1000797183506Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7L0UIB8jtwbMybFlFUyRC8?si=x3ylhkfATPev9oX2io0nNg "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.

    Highlights: Brandon Sorbom Co-Founder of Commonwealth Fusion: How Close Are We to Limitless Energy?

  2. Oct 20

    Brandon Sorbom Co-Founder of Commonwealth Fusion: How Close Are We to Limitless Energy?

    A sun we can switch on. Enough fuel for a billion years. How close are we to turning that promise into electricity? Brandon Sorbom, cofounder and Chief Science Officer of Commonwealth Fusion Systems, joins Philip Meissner to explain why fusion is getting closer and what it will take to bring it to the power grid. In this episode, discover: How stronger magnets could unlock practical fusion power.Where the SPARC demonstration machine stands and what the team is targeting for 2027.How fusion differs from nuclear fission in safety and radioactive waste.Why fusion could provide continuous power alongside solar and wind.How abundant energy could transform everything from AI data centers to clean water production. Watch to learn what’s already working, what remains difficult, and how close we are to building a sun on Earth. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 00:39 Bringing the Sun’s Power to Earth 02:24 Why Fusion Is Closer Than Ever 04:40 The Magnets Making Fusion Possible 07:02 Building Magnets for a Fusion Plant 09:05 Turning Skepticism into Progress 10:09 SPARC’s Road to 2027 12:24 Putting the Fusion Machine Together 13:40 Fusion vs. Fission Explained 16:09 Clean Power Around the Clock 17:23 Beyond AI Data Centers 18:42 Rethinking Energy Security 20:16 From MIT Research to a $4 Billion Company 21:38 The Team Behind Fusion 23:13 Choosing Work That Matters 24:04 Why Hardware Innovation Is Back 25:42 Reasons to Be Optimistic Connect with Brandon Sorbom : LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sorbom What’s Next is a podcast exploring how technology, innovation, and global systems are shaping the future. Hosted by Philip Meissner, each episode features conversations with global leaders, builders, and thinkers working at the forefront of change. 🔗 Connect with Philip Meissner: https://www.philipmeissner.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/pmeissner/ 🎧 Listen on: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1KFVD3ozuUQiQozO381J5C?si=e2eb5967f84648e8 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-next-with-philip-meissner/id1793306908 "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! Subscribe for more conversations on AI, emerging technologies, and global leadership. #FusionEnergy #NuclearFusion #CleanEnergy #BrandonSorbom #CommonwealthFusionSystems #SPARC #FusionPower #EnergyInnovation #MIT #Tokamak #SuperconductingMagnets #EnergySecurity #CleanTechnology #EnergyFuture #Science Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Brandon Sorbom Co-Founder of Commonwealth Fusion: How Close Are We to Limitless Energy?

  3. Oct 16

    Highlights: Adam Grant: 3 Myths About How People Bond

    We’ve curated a 7-minute segment packed with surprising insights as Adam Grant reveals how a public feud and four years of silence with Brené Brown turned into friendship, and why we sometimes write off the people worth getting to know. Listen to the full episode now! Youtube: https://youtu.be/O_GXM0sSlEwApple Podcast: [Apple Podcast Link]Spotify: [Spotify Link] "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.

    Highlights: Adam Grant: 3 Myths About How People Bond

  4. Oct 13

    Adam Grant: 3 Myths About How People Bond

    Instant chemistry is overrated. Keeping the peace can hold you back. And the person you can’t stand might become a close friend. Adam Grant, Wharton organizational psychologist and bestselling author of Think Again and Give and Take, joins Philip Meissner to reveal what we get wrong about human connection. Sharing insights from his new book, Vibe, and the surprising story of his feud with Brené Brown, he explains how stronger bonds begin when we rethink our assumptions. Discover: Three myths that stop us from connectingWhy a difficult conversation can bring people closerHow rivals can become trusted friendsA better conversation starter than “What do you do?”Why asking for help can build a stronger bond than small talk Watch the full episode to understand why we click, why we don’t, and how to connect with more people. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 00:44 Why Human Connection Matters 02:27 Connection in Hybrid Work 04:35 Three Myths About Connection 06:25 Becoming Friends with Brené Brown 09:59 Four Types of Relationships 12:11 Bringing People Together 17:05 Healthy Conflict Builds Connection 20:18 A Better Way to Start Conversations 21:31 AI and Human Relationships 23:29 Connecting as an Introvert 27:27 Connecting Through Shared Interests 30:15 Reasons for Optimism Connect with Adam Grant: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/adammgrant Website: adamgrant.net New book: Vibe: The Secrets of Strong Connections in a Lonely World explores the social science of human connection and challenges conventional ideas about how we build strong relationships. What’s Next is a podcast exploring how technology, innovation, and global systems are shaping the future. Hosted by Philip Meissner, each episode features conversations with global leaders, builders, and thinkers working at the forefront of change. 🔗 Connect with Philip Meissner: https://www.philipmeissner.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/pmeissner/ 🎧 Listen on: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1KFVD3ozuUQiQozO381J5C?si=e2eb5967f84648e8 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-next-with-philip-meissner/id1793306908 "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! Subscribe for more conversations on AI, emerging technologies, and global leadership. #AdamGrant #Vibe #HumanConnection #RelationshipPsychology #SocialPsychology #MeaningfulRelationships #CommunicationSkills #HealthyConflict #BuildingTrust #MakingFriends #Leadership #WorkplaceRelationships #Loneliness #BreneBrown #WhatsNext Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Adam Grant: 3 Myths About How People Bond

  5. Oct 9

    Highlights: Daimler Truck Board Member Jürgen Hartwig: How Leaders Must Adapt

    We’ve curated a 7-minute segment packed with sharp insights on what AI can do better than leaders, and the critical skills leaders can’t afford to give up. Listen to the full episode now! Youtube: https://youtu.be/SE06jzWCXGgApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/daimler-truck-board-member-jürgen-hartwig-how-leaders/id1793306908?i=1000793352686Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0H52p9YWpP0HlXdPAfGGkH?si=cjkOAzz_Q8-1HjalOC_2Tg "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.

    Highlights: Daimler Truck Board Member Jürgen Hartwig: How Leaders Must Adapt

  6. Oct 6

    Daimler Truck Board Member Jürgen Hartwig: How Leaders Must Adapt

    AI can deliver answers in seconds. But the decisions that matter most still require something technology can’t provide: human judgment. Jürgen Hartwig, Board Member for Human Resources at Daimler Truck, leads the people agenda for around 100,000 employees worldwide. In this conversation, he shares what leadership looks like when technology is moving faster than organizations and certainty is becoming harder to find. Key insights from the episode: Technology moves faster than culture. AI can change overnight. Organizational habits and mindsets can take years.Judgment can’t be delegated to AI. AI delivers information fast, but leaders still have to decide what to do with it and own the outcome.Leaders have to keep learning. Jürgen learns more now than a decade ago and even has a technology mentor in his mid twenties.Waiting for certainty is a risk. Leaders must make decisions without all the answers and be ready to change course.Critical thinking matters more than ever. As AI takes on repetitive work, curiosity, creativity, and independent thinking become more valuable. Watch the full conversation to discover what leadership requires when AI moves faster than certainty. Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction 01:00 How Leadership Has Changed 02:38 Technology Outpaces Company Culture 07:07 Leading Through Uncertainty 09:59 Learning and Psychological Safety 12:13 What AI Cannot Replace 14:52 The Risk of Delegating Judgment to AI 17:09 Skills for the Future of Work 20:05 Rethinking Business With AI 22:15 The Leader of the Future 25:15 Lessons From Other Leaders 27:05 What Makes People Successful 29:19 Career Advice for Young People 30:47 Reasons for Optimism Connect with Jürgen Hartwig: linkedin.com/in/jürgen-hartwig-33aa892a What’s Next is a podcast exploring how technology, innovation, and global systems are shaping the future. Hosted by Philip Meissner, each episode features conversations with global leaders, builders, and thinkers working at the forefront of change. 🔗 Connect with Philip Meissner: https://www.philipmeissner.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/pmeissner/ 🎧 Listen on: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1KFVD3ozuUQiQozO381J5C?si=e2eb5967f84648e8 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-next-with-philip-meissner/id1793306908 "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! Subscribe for more conversations on AI, emerging technologies, and global leadership. #AILeadership #Leadership #ArtificialIntelligence #FutureOfLeadership #LeadershipDevelopment #DigitalTransformation #DaimlerTruck #JürgenHartwig #HumanJudgment #DecisionMaking #FutureOfWork #OrganizationalCulture #CriticalThinking #LeadingThroughChange #ContinuousLearning Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Daimler Truck Board Member Jürgen Hartwig: How Leaders Must Adapt

  7. Sep 29

    Highlights: Girish Ramachandran on the Next 70% of Global Growth and Who Will Capture It?

    We’ve curated a 7-minute segment packed with insights on why AI pilots fail, why the old growth playbook no longer works, and how to compete in the world’s fastest-growing markets. Listen to the full episode now! Youtube: https://youtu.be/2Gg0nuc6AKAApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/girish-ramachandran-on-the-next-70-of-global-growth/id1793306908?i=1000791030044Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6CWiRahHT5CG1dF7OBrafr?si=YOydl2LsTkih9EyIlFfyPg "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.

    Highlights: Girish Ramachandran on the Next 70% of Global Growth and Who Will Capture It?

  8. Sep 22

    Girish Ramachandran on the Next 70% of Global Growth and Who Will Capture It?

    Up to 70% of the world’s incremental growth is coming from growth markets. And they’re no longer playing catch-up. Girish Ramachandran, President of Growth Markets at Tata Consultancy Services, leads a $5.6 billion business across Asia Pacific, the Middle East, Latin America, and India. In this episode, he reveals how these markets are rewriting the rules of global growth. Key insights: Why the world’s best talent can now be found anywhereHow AI and digital infrastructure are helping markets leapfrogWhy strategies built for developed markets often fail elsewhereHow ecosystems create advantage through speed, specialization, and scaleWhy trust and local culture remain essential to global success Growth markets are no longer just places to sell. They’re becoming sources of talent, innovation, and entirely new business models. Watch the full episode to discover where global growth is heading next and how leaders can capture the opportunity. Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 00:21 Growth Markets Are Transforming 02:30 The New Rules for Global Talent 04:13 Digital Infrastructure and Growth 05:32 Government and Digital Growth 06:36 Three Principles for Growth 07:35 How Leaders Should Start with AI 08:38 Why AI Experiments Fail 09:38 Rethinking Growth Market Strategy 11:03 How Growth Markets Differ 11:52 The Power of Business Ecosystems 13:06 Building Successful Ecosystems 15:19 Leading Across Cultures 16:59 Why Local Culture Matters 18:48 Building Trust Across Markets 20:07 Five Principles for Success 22:07 Skills for the AI Era 23:38 What Makes the Future Optimistic Connect with Girish Ramachandran: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/girish-ramachandran What’s Next is a podcast exploring how technology, innovation, and global systems are shaping the future. Hosted by Philip Meissner, each episode features conversations with global leaders, builders, and thinkers working at the forefront of change. 🔗 Connect with Philip Meissner: https://www.philipmeissner.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/pmeissner/ 🎧 Listen on: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1KFVD3ozuUQiQozO381J5C?si=e2eb5967f84648e8 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/whats-next-with-philip-meissner/id1793306908 "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! Subscribe for more conversations on AI, emerging technologies, and global leadership. #GlobalGrowth #GrowthMarkets #EmergingMarkets #GlobalEconomy #BusinessStrategy #ArtificialIntelligence #DigitalTransformation #FutureOfWork #GlobalTalent #Innovation #EconomicGrowth #Leadership #TCS #GirishRamachandran #FutureOfBusiness Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    Girish Ramachandran on the Next 70% of Global Growth and Who Will Capture It?
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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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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