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The Next Industrial Revolution is Already Here Digital Disruption is where industry leaders and experts share insights on leveraging technology to build the organizations of the future. As intelligent technologies reshape our lives and our livelihoods, we speak with the thinkers, the doers and innovators who will help us predict and harness this disruption. Join us as we explore how to adapt to an... more

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Recent Guests

Eric Ries
Author of The Lean Startup; tech entrepreneur
Answer AI / Anthropic governance advisory
Episode: The AI Delusion: Why CEOs Still Don’t Get It
Maurice Conti
AI futurist with Fortune 100 experience
Formerly involved with AI initiatives at Amazon, Nike, Lululemon, Mercedes
Episode: 4 Waves of AI (We're on Wave 2)
John Hagel
Four-decade Silicon Valley advisor to leading tech firms
Former advisor to McKinsey, BCG, Deloitte
Episode: Top Tech Advisor: Every CEO Is Getting AI Wrong
Carl Benedikt Frey
Oxford Associate Professor of AI and Work
University of Oxford
Episode: AI Bust: Oxford Economist on Why the AI Boom Will Be Short-Lived
Dan Diasio
EY Global Consulting AI Leader; CTO
EY
Episode: AI Revolution or Collapse: EY's AI Leader on 4 Futures of Work in 2030
Ian Beacraft
Founder and chief futurist at Signal and Cipher
Signal and Cipher
Episode: Jobs After AI: Futurist Ian Beacraft on What Happens When AI Does All the Work
Dr. Rumman Chowdhury
Former AI Ethics leader at Accenture and Twitter
Twitter (former) / Accenture (former)
Episode: Ex-Twitter AI Ethicist Warns: The 2016 Data You Forgot About is Now Dangerous
Salim Ismail
Author and futurist, Moonshots contributor, former Singularity University executive director
Moonshots / Exponential Organizations
Episode: The AI Comet Has Struck: Moonshots' Salim Ismail Warns Most Organizations Won't Survive AI
Brian Solis
Global futurist, head of global innovation at ServiceNow
ServiceNow
Episode: AI is Losing Ground: Futurist Brian Solis on Why AI Adoption is Failing

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Geoff Nielson
Host focused on Digital Disruption, guiding discussions with industry leaders and experts on technology-driven transformation.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 151 ratings
  • Cool

    Cool n

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    5
    adcertqw
    United States5 months ago
  • Brilliant

    Very well said, great points

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jjtors
    United States6 months ago
  • Some

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    MichaelM202
    United States7 months ago
  • Relevant show with great host

    Great podcast for keeping on the pulse of all kinds of emerging questions and ideas. Geoff Nielson is an awesome host, expertly navigating a huge range of topics to dive into what’s most interesting. Keep it coming!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JoshGold
    Canadaa year ago
  • A Look Into The Future

    Great show! Hearing tech experts talk about the future of technology is eye-opening to the possibilities ahead. Great listen if you’re interested in tech or what the world will look like in the future.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cabby9001
    Canadaa year ago

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Great host with broad curiosity across tech and leadership topics.
High-quality guests that bring practical insights for leaders navigating AI.

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4 Waves of AI (We're on Wave 2)
Q: You've talked about four waves of AI and where organizations should focus their investment. Where should leaders start when considering AI adoption?
Leaders should start by clarifying the real problem they want to solve, not simply adding AI for its own sake. Once the problem is well-defined, they can select the right tools to fit that problem, and then scale with a structured, multi-year plan rather than chasing quick wins.
Top Tech Advisor: Every CEO Is Getting AI Wrong
Q: How can leaders overcome fear and build trust to pursue long-term opportunities with AI?
Acknowledge fear, shift toward a learning-based leadership model that asks good questions, fosters collaboration, and uses edge-focused experiments (Zoom Out/Zoom In) to show near-term progress toward large opportunities, thereby rebuilding trust.
Top Tech Advisor: Every CEO Is Getting AI Wrong
Q: What is the practical difference between learning in the workplace versus traditional training?
Learning should involve creating new knowledge in real work situations, organized into small, diverse groups that tackle real opportunities, with a focus on action, impact, and measurable progress rather than just training.
Ex-Twitter AI Ethicist Warns: The 2016 Data You Forgot About is Now Dangerous
Q: What should business leaders consider when adopting AI technologies?
Ensure the technology solves a real business problem better than analog solutions, consider governance and auditability, and recognize that adept discernment and human oversight are essential, not a substitute for strategic thinking.
Ex-Twitter AI Ethicist Warns: The 2016 Data You Forgot About is Now Dangerous
Q: Do you think consumers bear responsibility, and how should they engage with these tools?
Yes, consumers should protect their privacy and be strategic rather than reactive; use tools and practices that enhance privacy, and push for products that respect rights. The onus is shared, but individuals can take actionable steps to guard data without abandoning technology entirely.

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This show centers on how intelligent technologies are reshaping industries, leadership, and the future of work. Guests range from AI researchers and startup founders to veteran executives, discussing strategy, governance, and practical leadership in an era of rapid disruption. Across episodes, conversations highlight turning AI into competitive advantage, balancing innovation with risk, and building human-centered organizations. A standout trait is the willingness to connect high-level tech trends with real-world leadership lessons, making it a strong fit for listeners who want to understand how digital transformation plays out in practice.

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2. Maurice Conti
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