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The tech we need to fight workplace ageism | Piyachart Phiromswad

From exoskeletons and robotic arms to the mass adoption of remote work, economist Piyachart Phiromswad explores what seniors need to overcome the physical, mental and societal barriers to employment, a necessary shift in our rapidly…

11/10/2023
The Israel-Hamas war — and what it means for the world | Ian Bremmer

The Hamas attacks on Israel in October 2023 stunned the world. In this timely conversation, political scientist Ian Bremmer explains the historical context of the conflict, how Israel might respond and what it means for…

10/10/2023
3 ways to better connect with your coworkers | Mark T. Rivera

Connecting with the people you work with doesn’t just make your team stronger — it’s good for you too. Whether you’ve just joined a new organization or you’re managing a remote team, these three tips…

10/10/2023
3 practices for a life of wisdom | Krista Tippett

Journalist and podcast host Krista Tippett has spent a career interviewing some of the world’s most brilliant people. All these conversations have left her with wisdom on the art of living and what it means…

10/10/2023
Work has changed. Why haven’t resumes? | Nicos Marcou

Resumes are a mainstay of the job application process — despite little to no evidence that they actually help job-seekers or employers get what they want. So why are we still so preoccupied with them?…

09/10/2023
How to fix fashion and protect the planet | Amy Powney

From the field to your closet, your clothes go on a long journey before they enter your life. Designer Amy Powney explores the fashion industry’s brutal impact on the environment and human health, modeling what…

06/10/2023
How business can drive solutions to social problems | Carlos Rodríguez-Pastor

Driven by the belief that businesses can — and should — invest in the communities around them, Intercorp founder and philanthropist Carlos Rodríguez-Pastor has built schools, pharmacies and a literal bridge to better serve Peru’s…

05/10/2023
The Encyclopedia of Invisibility — a home for lost stories | Tavares Strachan

Conceptual artist Tavares Strachan creates the kinds of projects that make you stop in your tracks, like a 4.5-ton block of Arctic ice he brought back to his birthplace in the Bahamas or a gold,…

04/10/2023
10 lessons I learned from being a nerd | Jordan Dinwiddie

Are you super devoted to a sports team, superhero or perhaps “Star Wars”? You’re part of a fandom, just like storyteller Jordan Dinwiddie. She shares 10 lessons she’s learned nerding out on all kinds of…

03/10/2023
How to build a freelance career that works for you | Shahar Erez

Have you considered freelancing but are unsure where to start — or if it can be a viable long term career option? Tech entrepreneur Shahar Erez shares five steps to help you build a fulfilling…

03/10/2023