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Visualizing the interior of the human body has always presented a major challenge to caregivers. Most medical imaging techniques in use today were first introduced during the past fifty years. Today novel technologies for entertainment are being appl... more

In this powerfully inspiring talk, Futurists co-founder Robert Tercek shares insights from his four years of collaboration with technologists to build artificial intelligence tools that empower artists to create cinematic stories. In February 2026, T... more

Price is the most important signal in a market economy. But in a distorted market, prices no longer provide reliable information to consumers. For startup ventures, getting the price wrong can be a fatal mistake. Per Sjofors is the “price whisperer.”... more

In this episode Cecilia Tham takes us through the intersection of science, design, and business to build things that don’t exist yet. As the founder of Futurity Systems, Cecilia leads a team providing Futures-as-a-Service for global companies and gov... more

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Recent Guests

Per Sjofors
Pricing expert and author of The Holistic Approach to Pricing Power
The Price Whisperer
Episode: The Price Whisperer
Cecilia Tham
CEO of Futurity Systems, researcher on algorithmic futuring
Futurity Systems
Episode: Machine Digital Souls
Suneel Ratan
CEO of Precognitive, a company leveraging AI for healthcare management
Precognitive
Episode: Intelligent Health Care With Suneel Ratan
Ramez Naam
Author, technologist, and advocate for renewable energy and AI ethics
Episode: Fighting The Future
Charlie Melcher
Founder and CEO of The Future of Storytelling
The Future of Storytelling
Episode: The Living Story
Peter Middlebrook
Global economist and CEO of GeoPolicity
GeoPolicity
Episode: The Future Economy is Hyperglobal and Hyperlocal
Matt Miesnieks
CEO of Primate AI
Primate AI
Episode: Why AI Needs JEPA World Models
Akshay Chopra
FinTech executive, venture builder, and author
237 Ventures
Episode: Imagining Life With Super Intelligence with Akshay Chopra
Arwa Damon
Founder of Inara, a charity providing aid in war zones
Inara
Episode: Inside Gaza: Arwa Damon on Crisis, Resilience, and Access

Hosts

Rob Tursick
Host of The Futurists; long-standing presenter focusing on tech futures and media innovation
Brett King
Co-host and prominent voice on fintech and future technology discussions

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 201 ratings
  • 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

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    4
    Elektroneko
    United States2 months ago
  • Susan Zeiger interview

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

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Asdfghjjkl444
    United Kingdom5 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

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    LauraSJ
    United States2 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
  • so informative with subtle humour

    Great listen

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The Workshop
    Australia3 years ago

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Some episodes surface strong critiques about host pacing but content quality remains strong.
Listeners appreciate the forward-looking discussions and practical business takeaways.
High-calibre guests and thought-provoking topics.

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Machine Digital Souls
Q: What was the career path that got you to this point?
Cecilia Tham discussed her background in architecture and neuroscience, and how participating in the Singularity program shifted her focus towards future-proofing organizations.
Machine Digital Souls
Q: What does Futurity Systems do, and what's algorithmic futuring?
Futurity Systems helps companies and governments prepare for the future, focusing on creating frameworks and methodologies for future-proofing, including deep tech research and prototyping.
The Price Whisperer
Q: How do you feel about the tendency of startups to underprice their products?
Per confirms that startups typically do underprice, limiting their profitability.
The Price Whisperer
Q: Can you tell us a little bit about what you do as a pricing expert?
Per describes his role in advising companies on pricing methodologies and the importance of market research.
Intelligent Health Care With Suneel Ratan
Q: What does healthcare look like in 2050 in the United States?
Healthcare will involve more AI-driven solutions, with a significant shift towards home-based care and increased integration of health services through technology.

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

A forward-looking show that often features CEOs, researchers, and policymakers discussing how technology, AI, and global economics will shape business and society. Recent episodes center on AI-driven storytelling, healthcare reform via automation, future economies, immersive media, and responsible AI development, with guests ranging from pricing strategists and authors to humanitarian leaders and global economists. The program tends to spotlight practical futures—from practical prototyping and AI in enterprises to ethical considerations and the societal impact of tech—while highlighting the business implications for innovation, media, and policy. Notable strengths include a track record of high-profile guests and provocative visions of the ... more

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