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The pace of change in our culture is unprecedented and shows no signs of slowing. So what is most important to pay attention to when striving to innovate, create, and lead? From the team behind Masters of Scale, Rapid Response features candid conversations with today's top business leaders navigating real-time challenges. Hosted by the former editor-in-chief of Fast Company, Bob Safian.

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Leah Seligmann
CEO of The B Team, a network advocating for responsible business practices founded by Sir Richard Branson
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Co-founder and CEO of Figma, a collaborative design platform
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Tjada D'Oyen McKenna
CEO of Mercy Corps
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Jesper Brodin
CEO of Ingka Group, operator of IKEA
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Episode: How IKEA’s diversity and climate action boosted business, with Jesper Brodin
Sarah Ball
Editor-in-Chief of WSJ Magazine
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Episode: Historic changes across high fashion, with WSJ. Magazine’s Sarah Ball
Andrew Marchand
Senior Sports Media Columnist at The Athletic
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Episode: NFL returns, ESPN’s big streaming bet, and more sports business, with The Athletic’s Andrew Marchand
Sal Khan
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Mickey Drexler
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Episode: Lessons from Steve Jobs, Gap & J.Crew, with retail icon Mickey Drexler
Mark Blyth
Political economist and professor at Brown University
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Episode: Is it ‘economic Halloween’ in the US? with political economist Mark Blyth

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Bob Safian
Host of Rapid Response and former editor-in-chief of Fast Company, Bob Safian is known for his curiosity and extensive knowledge in business and leadership.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 84 ratings
  • Peer to Peer convo

    love that Bob Safian engages with guest in a curious but informed way - and his guests reflect fresh thinking in business.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LA YMCA user
    United Statesa year ago
  • Engaging and Insightful Business Conversations

    Concise and insightful! Bob Safian’s informed questions, combined with his curiosity and wit, make each episode engaging. The end-of-podcast summaries are a perfect wrap-up. A must-listen for quick, valuable business insights.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Goldenrust
    Canadaa year ago
  • Great podcast

    Safian delivers an interesting story and presents ideas I never thought about.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mbelsky674
    United Statesa year ago
  • The best!!

    An excellent, amazingly high quality show that manages to be equally entertaining and informative. Couldn’t recommend it more highly!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    eagleeyes95
    United Statesa year ago
  • Come for the interview, stay for the takeaways

    Bob Safian can talk to anybody. But especially with movers and shakers of the business world. Whether it’s a big time CEO, Star Trek’s executive producer, or an educational organizational leader integrating AI into their products, Bob skillfully asks the questions we want to know. If you want relevant and exciting interviews on what biz leaders are doing to navigate life here on earth, and this business machine we all wake up in everyday, this is the spot for you. Pack this podcast and unwrap th... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Travdin Tuck
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners appreciate the engaging and informed conversations that showcase fresh thinking in business.
Audiences commend the blend of entertainment and information, making it a must-listen for those seeking valuable business insights.
Reviews highlight the concise and insightful nature of the content, emphasizing Bob Safian's ability to ask relevant questions that resonate with current business challenges.

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Q: What do you think about the future of entertainment and parasocial relationships?
Colbert acknowledges the shift towards more individualized content consumption through platforms like social media while expressing concern about the implications of reduced human interactions.
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Q: What do you bring most to humanity right now, because we're missing it at the moment?
Colbert responds that he brings a sense of connection and community to his audience, curating emotional experiences rather than merely informing them about news.
Possible: Stephen Colbert isn’t so sure about AI (with Reid Hoffman)
Q: What do you think is essential about who we are as human beings and how creativity and empathy relate to them?
Colbert explains that creativity is rooted in empathy and requires imagination regarding how others will experience it. He believes that performing in front of a live audience significantly enhances this connection.
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Q: How do you draw the line between growth and growth at all costs?
The liberal elite asked that question. The conservative elite typically says that Meta prizes growth at all costs.

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This podcast features insightful conversations with leading figures in business as they tackle pressing challenges and opportunities in today's rapidly changing landscape. Listeners can expect to hear diverse perspectives on topics such as innovation, sustainability, leadership, and the adaptation of businesses in response to current events and societal shifts. The engaging and thought-provoking dialogue aims to provide actionable takeaways for entrepreneurs and professionals seeking to remain relevant and effective in their fields.

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1. Masters of Scale
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1. Leah Seligmann
2. Dylan Field
3. Tjada D'Oyen McKenna
4. Jesper Brodin
5. Sarah Ball
6. Andrew Marchand
7. Sal Khan
8. Mickey Drexler

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