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Forbes Talks brings together the most insightful and impactful conversations from across the Forbes network—featuring world-class leaders, innovators, and creators shaping the future. Each episode curates standout moments from Forbes podcasts, live events, and exclusive interviews, offering a front-row seat to big ideas and bold thinking. It’s the ultimate destination for listeners who want to hea... more

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Tesla’s biggest problem may no longer be Chinese competitors, slowing demand for its EVs or the still-theoretical payoff from robotaxis and humanoid robots.

It might be SpaceX.

If Elon Musk’s rocket and satellite-internet company goes public at any... more

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Recorded LIVE from the 2026 30 Under 30 Summit in Phoenix, AZ.

Airtable democratized software by letting anyone build a database. When AI shock up software, founder Howie Liu relaunched Airtable as an AI-native app platform.... more

Frank Cooper, the Chief Marketing Officer at VISA, joins Forbes senior writer Jabari Young on The Enterprise Zone at Nasdaq MarketSite. In the discussion, Cooper talks about VISA's shift away from its partnership with the NFL, the future of marketing... more

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Recorded LIVE from the 2026 30 Under 30 Summit in Phoenix, AZ.

Audrey Nuna made history with “Golden,” the first K-pop song to win a Grammy. Now she’s channeling that momentum into her own music and broader cultural and phil... more

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We are honored to present the Forbes Under 30 Role Model Award to Michael Phelps, celebrating his unparalleled legacy of excellence and his transformative impact on global sports. Beyond his record-breaking achievements, this a... more

The NBA legend and entrepreneur shares the lessons that drove his success in the NBA and in business.

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How do you build a $1 billion direct-to-consumer business without relying on the traditional venture capital playbook? Forbes' Alex York sits down with Levi Conlow, co-founder and CEO of Lectric eBikes, to unpack how his company became North America’... more

SambaNova CEO and Cofounder Rodrigo Liang sat down with Forbes to discuss the fundamental differences between traditional GPUs and data flow chips for AI inference. He also talks about the transition from human-centric AI use to the rise of autonomou... more

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Recent Guests

Alan Ohnsman
Senior editor and author of The Current Climate Newsletter
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Episode: Why A SpaceX IPO Could Leave Tesla Eating Rocket Dust
Howie Liu
CEO of Airtable, presented as the guest on the show
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Episode: Howie Liu On How To Future-Proof Your Company
Frank Cooper
Chief Marketing Officer, Visa
Visa
Episode: Inside the C-Suite with Visa's CMO Frank Cooper on the NFL, AI, and Marketing
Audrey Nuna
Artist and creator of K-pop Demon Hunters
K-pop Demon Hunters / Audrey Nuna's team
Episode: How K-Pop Demon Hunters' Audrey Nuna Wrote The Playbook For Creative And Cultural Disruption
Michael Phelps
Olympic swimmer and mental health advocate
Former competitive swimmer, public speaker
Episode: Michael Phelps' New Chapter
Dwyane Wade
Professional basketball player, entrepreneur, and investor
Former NBA player; entrepreneur
Episode: Dwyane Wade’s MVP Mindset: How Sports Strategies Can Make You A Business All-Star
Levi Conlow
Co-founder of Lectric e-bikes
Lectric e-bikes
Episode: Rewind: Bootstrapped To $1 Billion: How Lectric eBikes Is Dominating The Market
Rodrigo Liang
CEO and co-founder of SambaNova
SambaNova
Episode: How SambaNova Is Challenging Nvidia With High Performance Inferencing Technology
Amjad Masad
Founder and CEO of Replit
Replit
Episode: Meet The $9 Billion AI Company Reimagining Vibe Coding

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Maggie McGrath
Host of Forbes interview segments; senior editor with a focus on business and leadership
Jabari Young
Host of Forbes Interview segments; covers business, finance, and leadership conversations

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Why A SpaceX IPO Could Leave Tesla Eating Rocket Dust
Q: Is there data supporting the idea that investing in SpaceX could be easier money than Tesla?
There isn't clear data to back up that claim; the optimism seems rooted in SpaceX's ambitious roadmap and Musk's fan base, but actual revenue and profitability remain key uncertainties.
Why A SpaceX IPO Could Leave Tesla Eating Rocket Dust
Q: How could SpaceX going public affect Tesla from an investor's perspective?
Investors might shift attention toward SpaceX's growth potential and Starlink, possibly rebalancing risk between the two Musk-led companies, while weighing SpaceX's high valuation against its actual revenue, which could influence how Tesla is valued by the market.
How K-Pop Demon Hunters' Audrey Nuna Wrote The Playbook For Creative And Cultural Disruption
Q: What would you say is the most important action item for listeners after this summit?
Focus on mentorship and seek out people who challenge and hold you accountable, not just people who agree with you; build ongoing partnerships rather than one-off connections.
Howie Liu On How To Future-Proof Your Company
Q: How did you approach fundraising at Airtable, and what timing considerations mattered?
Liu emphasizes raising during inflection points, suggesting that the best fundraising moments occur just before or during a company inflection, and that teams should avoid trying to raise when there isn't a clear path to the next milestone.
How SambaNova Is Challenging Nvidia With High Performance Inferencing Technology
Q: What does the future look like with AI agents and how will SambaNova fit into that ecosystem?
The host and guest discuss a future where individuals rely on a fleet of personalized AI agents handling tasks and interacting with multiple services; SambaNova aims to provide ultra-fast inference and integration capabilities to support multi-agent workflows, with latency targets around two seconds for end-to-end tasks and sub-second responses for many components.

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What is Forbes Talks about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The programming features in-depth conversations with world-class leaders, innovators, and creators who are shaping business, technology, and culture. Episodes typically center on leadership, entrepreneurship, investing, media strategy, and how emerging trends like AI and platform economies are altering how work gets done. Notable patterns include personal origin stories, practical career and business advice, and explorations of complex topics through a pragmatic, example-driven lens. A standout aspect is the frequent pairing of high-profile guests with actionable takeaways—from building wealth and brands to scaling creator ecosystems and navigating regulatory or geopolitical issues—making it a strong fit for listeners who want strategic ins... more

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