
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.
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 360 | Founded | 2 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | EntrepreneurshipNewsBusinessBusiness News | |||

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love that Bob Safian engages with guest in a curious but informed way - and his guests reflect fresh thinking in business.
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.
Safian delivers an interesting story and presents ideas I never thought about.
An excellent, amazingly high quality show that manages to be equally entertaining and informative. Couldn’t recommend it more highly!
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
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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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Recent guests on Rapid Response include:
1. Ken Burns
2. Mary Daly
3. Leah Seligmann
4. Dylan Field
5. Tjada D'Oyen McKenna
6. Jesper Brodin
7. Sarah Ball
8. Andrew Marchand
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