Best Code City Crack The Code Podcasts (2025)

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Cold comfort: How to keep cool without destroying the planet 27:13

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David MacMillan is a manager in the City of Toronto’s Environment, Climate and Forestry division. He and his team are focused on planning for low-carbon development and energy systems, which includes implementing the Toronto Green Standard, which aims for net-zero new buildings by 2028, and renewable energy programs such as SolarTO and Wastewater E…

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Rescue on the Rocks with FDNY EMTs Saverio Bosco and Andrew Ochtera 37:01

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From Memorial Day to Labor Day, the FDNY deploys beach Gator units at area beaches, which are staffed by EMTs trained to respond to emergencies on the beach. These units work in partnership with the FDNY Drone Unit, FDNY Fire Companies, the NYPD and New York City Parks Department lifeguards and can more easily navigate the beach and through crowds …

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Winning the Rest of the 20s 26:12

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Rich Lesser, BCG’s global chair, and Martin Reeves, chairman of the BCG Henderson Institute, reflect on the shocks and surprises that shaped the first half of the decade and what they reveal about the future. They explore the traits leaders need today: building trust, staying geopolitically aware, and adopting AI in a people-centered way. Learn Mor…

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The Self, Sovereign: Reclaiming Control and the Future of Digital Identity 45:13

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The Outside Context - Episode 10 In this episode of The Outside Context, Seema Khinda Johnson, Co-Founder and COO of Nuggets, shares her journey in the tech industry and discusses the critical importance of digital identity in today's world. She emphasises the need for self-sovereign identity, the business case for digital identity solutions, and t…

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Europe’s Make-or-Break Moment 20:13

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Europe is at a tipping point after years of slow growth. Sylvain Duranton, BCG X’s global leader, explains how countries and companies can work together to simplify regulation, scale innovation, and build a truly unified, competitive Europe. Learn More: Sylvain Duranton:https://on.bcg.com/3T9QN9b Europe’s Business Leaders Are Ready for Action: http…

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Episode 59: Growing the tradition with our favorite fair 19:43

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Andrea Wiesenmeyer joins Dave Moore on the podcast. She is the new General Manager of the Colorado State Fair. She was selected for the position by the Colorado Department of Agriculture. She outlines all you need to know about the state fair coming up. A few new things this year pig races are back as free entertainment and there will be a dedicate…

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Heat warning: Are we ready for a hotter climate? 34:23

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Eleni Myrivili is the United Nation’s first-ever global chief heat officer. An anthropologist by training, Myrivili understands how heat waves discriminate against older, less-wealthy and under-served demographics. Before being named to her UN post in 2022, Myrivili was Athens’ heat officer, where she coordinated the capital’s response to heat wave…

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Who Wants to Be a CEO? 24:38

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The role of the CEO is both powerful and punishing. Christine Barton, BCG’s CEO Advisory lead in North America, explores how to make the job more fulfilling. It starts with clarity of purpose, building the right leadership team, and minimizing activities that are time and energy sinkholes. Learn More: Christine Barton: https://on.bcg.com/4n4CyAk BC…

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Cracking the code of Lithium-Ion batteries with FDNY Chief of Safety James Canty and Battalion Chiefs Ray Coyle and Matt Quinn 57:23

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Over the past several years, lithium-ion batteries have become increasingly common. Most people are now familiar with the fire risks associated with the batteries used in e-bikes and scooters, devices that have tragically contributed to 34 fire related deaths in New York City since 2021, as of the date of publication. But, the presence of lithium-i…

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Nailing It: Resetting the System for Women in Tech 35:15

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The Outside Context - Episode 9 In this engaging conversation, Leah Winberg aka Winny, Founder of Chipped Social, shares her unique journey from a childhood passion for fashion to the tech world, culminating in the creation of Chipped, a revolutionary product that integrates NFC technology into fashion. The discussion explores the intersections of …

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Not All Growth Is Good—Here's How to Get It Right 20:09

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Justin Manly, BCG’s lead on growth and innovation, explains how businesses can choose the right growth strategy given their aspirations and position in the market. Whether a company is gaining or losing share, in a booming or sluggish industry, profitable growth depends on knowing your starting point. Learn More: Justin Manly: https://on.bcg.com/4k…

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Episode 58: Detailing the new diverging diamond 15:38

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Scott Dalton with CDOT talks to Dave Moore about big changes coming to I-25 and Highway 50B. You may have noticed construction started in the area in November 2024. Dalton explains the timeline of the program and why they chose to make it a diverging diamond with a signal at the top. This project is located in Pueblo on I-25 from Mile Point 99.7 to…

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Regrowth strategy: To adapt to a changing climate, restoring nature is critical. But do we have the seeds we need? 34:00

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Featured in this episode: Martina Albert is a technician with the National Tree Seed Centre, based in Fredericton, N. B. The NTSC’s library holds more than 13,000 seed collections, with the purpose of protecting them from invasive pests, disease and climate change. Albert works on the Centre’s Indigenous Seed Collection Program, working with First …

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Important links in the chain of survival with FDNY Chief Inspector Kingsley Eze and Paramedics Alexis Gonzalez and Youssef Al Hammami 41:04

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FDNY Deputy Chief Inspector Kingsley Eze, a civilian manager in the Bureau of Fire Prevention found a civilian employee in cardiac arrest in the basement parking garage of the Department's headquarters on August 1, 2024. After calling 9-1-1 he was directed to begin compressions-only CPR, activating the first two steps in the chain of survival. Once…

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BCG Presents: The CEO Radar 21:40

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Financial analysts were far more prepared than most CEOs for the US tariffs announced on April 2. Analysts, who serve as a proxy for the financial markets, anticipated tariffs would soon be an enormous issue, mentioning the topic 62% more often than did CEOs during Q1 earnings calls. That’s the conclusion of the second edition of the CEO Radar—a to…

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Invisible Intelligence Reshapes Our Cities 21:28

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Join host James Nixon on The AI Show as he explores the evolving landscape of AI with Adrian McClanahan of Synnectix. From security solutions in public spaces to the future of smart cities, discover where AI is headed in transport, home automation, and beyond. We'll touch on AI's increasing autonomy, the potential for driverless vehicles, and the e…

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AI Revolution Starts Within 23:32

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In this insightful episode of The AI Show, host James Nixon interviews Georgios Mikellidis, Chief Technology Officer of Peppercorn AI, as he shares his perspective on how to best approach AI implementation, emphasising an internal efficiency-first strategy and the importance of democratising decisions. Mikellidis also touches on data management and…

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Navigating the New World of Tariffs and Trade 21:52

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Global trade is entering a new phase marked by unpredictability. Marc Gilbert and Michael McAdoo discuss how companies can respond by building supply chain flexibility, strengthening scenario planning, and enhancing their understanding of geopolitical developments. Learn More: Marc Gilbert: https://on.bcg.com/3SpNytS Michael McAdoo: https://on.bcg.…

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Change, Capitalism & Cracks in the System: The Shift to Citizen Agency 34:42

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The Outside Context - Episode 8 In this conversation, Carne Ross discusses his journey from being a British diplomat to advocating for self-governance and participatory democracy. He highlights the current challenges facing democracy, including economic inequality and the influence of wealth on political systems. Ross emphasises the importance of t…

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Developing greater-alarm situational awareness with Assistant Chief Malcolm Moore and Deputy Assistant Chief Joseph Duggan 53:26

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On May 1, 2024, FDNY members in Brooklyn responded to a fire that would challenge even the department's most experienced fire ground commanders. What would initially appear to be a minor roof fire involving an awning in front of a supermarket, quickly escalated into a serious multiple-alarm fire, ultimately involving five structures and requiring t…

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Compounding the cure: How our overzealous efforts to zap infections could be making animals — and humans — sicker 23:36

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Featured in this episode: Dr. Scott Weese is a veterinary internal medicine specialist, chief of infection control and director of the Centre for Public Health and Zoonoses at the University of Guelph’s Ontario Veterinary College. Weese is a member of the Global Leaders Group on antimicrobial resistance and has helped craft antimicrobial use guidel…

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Rethinking Global Trade from the South Up 23:18

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The Global South isn’t standing still as tariffs and uncertainty roil financial markets and business plans. Aparna Bharadwaj, leader of BCG’s Global Advantage practice, explains how these nations are forming smart partnerships and moving from low-cost production to innovation-powered impact. Learn More: Aparna Bharadwaj: https://on.bcg.com/4cIKW3V …

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AI Agents: The Truth Behind the Hype 19:07

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Nicolas de Bellefonds, BCG’s global AI leader, unpacks the myths, challenges, and real potential of AI agents. They can transform how work gets done if companies stop chasing shortcuts, rethink outdated processes, and prepare for the costs and complexity that come with real change. Learn More: Nicolas de Bellefonds: https://on.bcg.com/4lr0Dkh BCG’s…

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Code & Connectivity: Creating the Future Infrastructure for Smart Cities 41:18

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The Outside Context - Episode 7 In this thought-provoking episode, co-hosts Elise Soucie Watts and Jannah Patchay sit down with Richard Baker, a technologist and futurist with a background in telecommunications and financial services. Richard shares his journey from engineering to finance and discusses the rapid evolution of technology and its impa…

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BCG PRESENTS: Imagine This...: Preparing for an Uncertain Future…in the Future 33:14

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By the year 2035, we will likely be able to utilize AI to crunch complex data sets and produce far more accurate predictions of the future, for everything from stock market fluctuations to consumer trends. Already, meteorologists are using AI to improve weather forecasting—for instance, by more accurately predicting when a hurricane will make landf…

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Episode 57: A Community Conversation: Pueblo Cracks the da Vinci Code 27:49

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This is a little bit of a different format than the traditional podcast. Craig Eliot was giving a presentation to the Southern Colorado Press Club of which our host Dave Moore is a part. Because the news of the Leonardo da Vinci Museum of North America calling Pueblo home is so exciting, Craig has allowed Dave to share his presentation on the podca…

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A career in emergency medicine grows in Brooklyn with FDNY Captain Bevonia Harrison 26:39

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In this episode of the FDNY Pro Podcast, we welcome Captain Bevonia Harrison of Station 38 in Brooklyn. With a nearly 20-year career with FDNY EMS and time in the U.S. Navy Reserve, Captain Harrison discusses her lifelong commitment to service and her passion for giving back in some of the busiest neighborhoods in the city. She explains how importa…

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Does Your Business Know Where Its Money Is Going? 21:52

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Karin von Funck, BCG’s global lead for zero-based transformation, explains why great cost transformation goes beyond spreadsheets. The best companies don’t slash expenses. They have a deep understanding of what drives value, a rigorous approach to spending, and a culture that supports smart decision making. Quick cuts may deliver short-term relief …

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Waste opportunity: Can we design plastic out of healthcare? 29:39

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Featured in this episode: Journalist Susan Freinkel is the author of Plastics: Toxic A Love Story, a book that traces the history of plastics through eight different objects, from the Frisbee to the IV bag, and examines how plastic negatively affects our lives. Dr. Ted Schettler is a physician and expert on the health risks of plastics and phthalat…

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Houston, We Have a Moonshot: Perspectives on Private Spaceflight from the Astronaut Entrepreneur 45:55

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The Outside Context – Episode 6 Episode Summary In this episode, our co-hosts Elise Soucie Watts and Jannah Patchay sit down with Per Wimmer—global financier, entrepreneur, adventurer, and astronaut-in-training—to discuss the future of private space travel, space entrepreneurship and humanity’s long-term potential beyond Earth. Per shares his perso…

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Sci-Fi on the Factory Floor 20:23

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For years, extended reality (XR) has waited to find its place in business. New lightweight, AI-enabled headsets are bringing the power of AI to the frontline. Tibor Mérey, BCG’s global business leader in frontier tech, explains how XR can boost productivity and address labor shortages. But will workers embrace it? Tibor Mérey: https://on.bcg.com/43…

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Fighting duct fires with FDNY Battalion Chief Anthony Pascocello 21:55

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Fires occurring in duct systems require specific considerations, especially in high-rise buildings. They can spread throughout the duct system to the structure itself, which can lead to a tactically complex operation. These fires can be difficult to extinguish, depending on the extent of the system and the occupancy of the building. FDNY Battalion …

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Space Invaders: The Ethics of Multiplanetary Exploration & Expansion 42:03

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The Outside Context Podcast – Episode 5 Episode Summary In this episode, we welcome astrophysicist, space ethicist, and author Erika Nesvold to discuss the ethical questions surrounding space exploration and settlement. Inspired by her book Off Earth, this conversation delves into the challenges of governance, labour rights, environmental protectio…

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Re-Recruiting and Other New HR Strategies You Can’t Ignore 18:09

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HR is no longer just about managing people—it’s about shaping the future of work. Jens Baier, BCG’s HR transformation expert, discusses how AI and shifting employee expectations are forcing companies to rethink talent strategies. From re-recruiting to upskilling employees, HR must adapt to a rapidly changing landscape. Learn More: Jens Baier: https…

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Fire alarm: Rethinking innovation in an increasingly volatile world 25:03

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The wildfire that devastated Fort McMurray in 2016 burned more than 579,000 hectares of land, drove 88,000 people from their homes and caused nearly $10 billion in damages. It’s often seen as an outlier, a freak natural disaster. But extreme wildfires, like those that tore through Los Angeles earlier this year, are becoming more intense and harder …

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March of the Machines: AI, the Machine Economy, and the Future of Investing 43:06

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The Outside Context – Episode 4 Episode Summary In this episode, hosts Elise Soucie Watts and Jannah Patchay sit down with Lex Sokolin, co-founder of Generative Ventures, to explore the convergence of crypto, artificial intelligence, and financial technology. Lex shares his journey from early fintech ventures to leading DeFi initiatives at ConsenSy…

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AI Can Build Your Next Business—If You Think Bigger 20:37

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Businesses are overlooking AI’s ability to create entirely new products and businesses. Beth Viner, who leads BCG’s corporate venturing and business building at BCGX, explains how organizations can move beyond efficiency and generate big revenue gains. Companies can combine their historical strengths with AI’s power to meet customer needs in new an…

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Episode 56: Creating Community for our Seniors 34:09

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Dave Moore welcomes Carma Loontjer to the podcast. She is the newest Development Director of the SRDA. The SRDA is the Senior Resource Development Agency. The program helps seniors in Pueblo County through 12 different programs. The most visible program is likely the Meals on Wheels program where food is delivered to home bound seniors. Another pop…

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In Studio with FDNY Commissioner Robert S. Tucker 35:43

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Season 10 of the FDNY Pro Podcast starts with Fire Commissioner Robert S. Tucker discussing issues facing the Department, including a new push for federal legislation to regulate lithium-ion batteries, the formation of the City’s brush fire task force, EMS call volume, and utilizing artificial intelligence (AI) to improve public safety. Battalion C…

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AI Origins & Futures: The Good The Bad & The Robotic 46:15

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In episode 3 of the Outside Context, Jannah and Elise sit down with Daniel Hulme, CEO and Founder of Satalia. As an OG of AI, Daniel shares unpacks what we really mean by 'artificial intelligence', the origins of AI and how it has evolved over the years. Together with the co-hosts they explore the real risks and challenges that AI poses, as well as…

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Rain or Shine, Deliver Every Time 18:10

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Supply chains are more important than ever. Geopolitical shifts and an ever-increasing need to reduce carbon emissions have created new challenges. Camille Egloff, head of travel, transportation, infrastructure, cities, and logistics for Europe, Middle East, South America, and Africa, explains how businesses can reduce risks and take advantage of e…

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Cracking the code: How generative biology could transform medicine 25:23

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Can AI unravel the mysteries of human biology? Could it help design specialty treatments and cures for disease? Geoffrey von Maltzahn and his team at Generate:Biomedicines are bullish on both counts. AI has greatly accelerated progress in genome engineering, bioengineering and nanotechnology and they are getting closer to developing tailored therap…

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Does Climate Finance Stand a Chance? 18:07

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Vinay Shandal, BCG’s sustainable investing leader, explains why global competition is both a challenge and a catalyst for clean energy. He talks about how governments can remove barriers and red tape in addition to providing financing—and why private companies are farther along than public companies in their net zero goals. Learn More: Vinay Shanda…

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From the Archive: Rewire or Retire 20:13

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One in every three people will likely find their jobs significantly disrupted by AI in the next decade. Sagar Goel, leader of BCG’s work in digital reskilling and leadership development, talks about the role of the public and private sectors in preparing employees for this exciting, uncertain, and sometimes frightening world. Learn More: Sagar Goel…

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Season 9 Year in Review 22:58

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We revisit conversations from our ninth season, including marking our 100th episode, of the FDNY Pro Podcast with host FDNY Deputy Chief Michael Barvels. During the 2024 season, pride and professionalism remains ever-present in FDNY training and operations, and continues to be reflected in the stories and lessons shared here on our podcast. We than…

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Innovation hotline: Answering the tech sector’s burning questions 39:42

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Featured in this episode: Alison Nankivell has spent more than 25 years moving Canada’s economic needle forward. Before being named CEO of MaRS in early 2024, Alison held pivotal roles at the Business Development Bank of Canada (BDC), the Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan and Export Development Canada (EDC). At MaRS, she brings an experienced playbook…

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Beam Me Up, Securely: The Expanding Horizons of Space Policy & Security 46:48

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In episode 2, Jannah and Elise speak to Juliana Suess, an associate with the Strategic Threat Analysis and Nuclear Disorder team within the International Security Team at the German Institute for International Security Affairs. Jannah and Elise ask Juliana to explain more about her work on space security and what its implications are for society. T…

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Every Action Has a Supply Chain Reaction 19:49

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Home to over half of the world’s supply chain activity, Asia is a complex powerhouse. Bitan Datta, BCG’s Asia Pacific leader in manufacturing and supply chains, describes how to balance cost, resilience, and geopolitics in this lively market. Learn More: Bitan Datta: https://on.bcg.com/49IlBW0 BCG on Supply Chain Management: https://on.bcg.com/3VHF…

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In the Orbit of Innovation: The Next Frontier of Digital Money 44:49

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In episode 1 of the Outside Context, Jannah and Elise sit down with Dante Disparte, Chief Strategy Officer and Head of Global Policy at Circle. Dante shares his journey into the digital assets world from Puerto Rico, to Richard Branson's Island, to the new shores of digital money. Together with the co-hosts they do a deep dive into the future of di…

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Price, Portfolio, Personalization—New Rules for Consumer Goods 23:04

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The consumer goods industry is facing threats from new competitors, inflation, and changes in consumer behavior. Rohan Sajdeh, global leader of BCG’s consumer practice, outlines how companies can adapt through portfolio reshaping, advanced pricing strategies, and personalized customer experiences. He also discusses how AI and sustainability are sha…