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In November 2025, the global techno-economy shifted subtly, then dramatically, as AI agents became viable additions to the workforce. Mark Pesce has documented these changes, what he refers to as “The Watershed”, in a remarkable series of articles at... more

This week on The Futurists we are joined by David Wood from the London Futurists, Rohit Telwar CEO of Fast Future, Andrew Grill the Actionable Futurist, and Dr. Julia Michelin, CEO/Founder and author of The Future of Dentistry. It’s an all star cast ... more

Marcus “Bellringer” Bell is a musical polymath: songwriter, producer and technological pioneer. His credits include collaborations with Beyoncé, Niki Minaj, Snoop Dogg, Timbaland and music featured by Amazon, HBO, Netflix. Marcus has used AI to gener... more

What if AI could replicate your consciousness? Listen as Brett King connects with Paolo Sironi, host of Provoke.fm‘s The Banker’s Bookshelf about Paolo’s latest book, Quantum Sapiens. Paolo’s foray into literary fiction explores the intersection of q... more

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Recent Guests

Julia Michelin
Dentist and founder of LumaBrush
LumaBrush
Episode: Fututistae Londinienses
Marcus Bell
Entrepreneur, musician, songwriter, music producer
Entrepreneur and musician with licensing and AI initiatives
Episode: AI Music Rings The Bell
Paolo Sironi
Author of Quantum Sapiens; economist and author
Author, Quantum Sapiens
Episode: Future of Human Consciousness in an AI-Driven World
Paul Osterman
MIT labor economist and author of Disposable Workers, The Transformation of Employment
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)
Episode: AI’s Disposable Workers
Adrian Woolfson
Author, On The Future of the Species
Author/Genomic biotech researcher
Episode: Biological Intelligence
Harry Glorikian
Author of The Invisible Interface
Episode: The Invisible Interface
Tatyana Mamut
CEO of Wayfound
Wayfound
Episode: The Company of the Future with Tatyana Mamut
Scott Kelly
Retired NASA astronaut
NASA
Episode: Back to the Moon
Brad Roth
[Not identified in transcript]
Episode: Back to the Moon

Hosts

Rob Tursick
Host of The Futurists; long-time moderator and interviewer with emphasis on governance of AI and future-of-work topics.
Brett King
Co-host; frequent guest on geopolitics, fintech, and technology strategy topics.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 204 ratings
  • Glibly Platforming Fascism

    Over time this podcast repeatedly supports the idea of dispersing with democracy towards populist autocracy, in a banall embrace of junk “science” like eugenics as an expedient pathway to a world controlled by “benevolent “ techno oligarchs “ with our best interests at heart. I can’t in good conscience support these ideas

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    vurnt22
    United States3 months ago
  • too much interrupting

    For the love of good conversation… this show is incredible, aside from the repeating annoyance of the host interrupting guest responses. For guests to be almost constantly cut off mid-sentence by the host’s voice gives the impression of him having an insatiable, impulsive need to guide the conversation. And while a host does need to do this to some degree, it’d be lovely to hear guests actually finish their thoughts more often… could be a production fix, fading out a response after the point has... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Elektroneko
    United States7 months ago
  • Susan Zeiger interview

    Do the guests get any chance to answer questions on this podcast? Not really

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    1
    Asdfghjjkl444
    United Kingdom10 months ago
  • Good Topics, Okay Interviewing

    Always good guests on this show, although I would like to hear from more women. I enjoy the hosts, but I wish they would pause and allow their guests to speak and complete their thoughts more often. Sometimes they interrupt their guests mid-answer. I think this happens because the hosts are experts and have something useful to add, but it is frustrating as a listener because I don’t get to hear the full answer from the guests. The “AI for Everyone” episode is an example of the hosts talking over... more

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    LauraSJ
    United States3 years ago
  • Best future podcast

    I enjoy The Futurists because of the excellent guests and the smart questions. This podcast pushes beyond the cliches and formulaic predictions and cuts into the complex, fascinating and contradictory aspects of what lies ahead.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Terrific Tommy
    United States3 years ago

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Audience values practical, forecast-driven discussions over standard industry hype.
Guests consistently provide high-caliber expertise across tech and policy.
Listener feedback notes strong guest quality but some concern about host pacing and interruptions.
Show is praised for unique perspectives beyond common tech tropes.

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Future of Human Consciousness in an AI-Driven World
Q: What is the plot device used to move readers into this exploration of consciousness and physics?
The plot follows Victor Dzaitsev uploading his consciousness into an AI-powered quantum intelligence to achieve immortality, while Nora Sullivan, a tech journalist, investigates this transformation, leading to a web of scientific and philosophical discoveries that reveal the book's core ideas.
Future of Human Consciousness in an AI-Driven World
Q: Welcome back and tell us a bit more about the core thesis behind the book and the motivation for a literary approach.
Paolo explains that Quantum Sapiens weaves science and philosophy at the crossroads of AI, human consciousness, and quantum gravity to present a narrative that helps readers engage with deep questions without requiring a PhD, using fiction to illuminate complex theories through character-driven dialogue.
Biological Intelligence
Q: What are the governance and safety considerations you emphasize in the book?
We must preserve nature while using synthetic biology responsibly, with limits on changing human nature and a strong emphasis on ethical, equitable, and safe deployment of powerful biotechnologies.
Biological Intelligence
Q: Can you summarize what this new phase of biology entails beyond traditional gene editing?
It's about moving from editing existing designs to authoring new biological systems from first principles, leveraging AI to design, assemble, and deploy DNA at scale, which could redefine what's biologically possible.
The Invisible Interface
Q: Why is memory ownership so critical in this shift?
Memory ownership determines who controls the context and the ongoing data about decision-making; whoever owns the memory can shape and profit from it, which creates strategic leverage and raises concerns about corporate control versus individual rights.

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What is The Futurists about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A forward-looking, technology-forward show that often examines AI, future work, geopolitics, and the economics of innovation. Episodes frequently feature high-profile researchers, entrepreneurs, and policymakers discussing the impact of AI agents, automation, space, and digital transformation on business strategy and society. Notable strengths include access to renowned thinkers and practitioners, a habit of exploring practical implications for organizations, and a willingness to tackle big-picture questions about governance, markets, and the future of work. The format tends to blend interviews with panel discussions and timely forecasting, which can be highly valuable for listeners seeking actionable insights and diverse perspectives from ... more

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1. Julia Michelin
2. Marcus Bell
3. Paolo Sironi
4. Paul Osterman
5. Adrian Woolfson
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8. Scott Kelly

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