Best IBC Global Podcasts (2025)

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IBC 2025, what were the trends? 30:56

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19d ago30:56

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As the dust settles post IBC, we discussed the biggest standout trends from the show as well as our predictions for NAB. From the switch from AI hype to practical use cases and the emergence of Agentic AI, to a more “hands on” booth approach at the event. We also discussed monetization and a rise in ad innovations, as well as the focus on secondary…

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Protecting Content & Media - A Conversation with Tim Pearson, NAGRAVISION | Ep 40 Content & Media 31:40

26d ago31:40

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We sit down with Tim Pearson, Vice President of Global Product Marketing and Strategic Alliances at NAGRAVISION. With over 25 years of experience in media, telecoms, and content protection, Tim shares invaluable insights into the evolution of streaming security and the ongoing battle against digital piracy. Topics: • Tim's journey from delivering t…

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Agentic AI 50:20

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In this podcast, we discuss Agentic AI and its role in the media and entertainment industry. Agentic AI builds on previous iterations of AI but is much less prescriptive and could enable software to more easily work together, doing away with the need for APIs. We discussed whether this represents a turning point for how we think about labour, how c…

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Can the broadcast industry survive tariffs, churn, and global uncertainty? 29:52

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In our latest podcast, we caught up with industry journalists to get their take on the latest trends impacting media and entertainment. From discussions at NAB, the potential effect of tariffs, the never-ending transition to cloud and IP, and a move towards “the everything era”, we covered a breadth of trends and challenges, as well as asking wheth…

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Superhero DNA: What It Takes to Succeed in Media Technology - Episode 39 - Bob Boster, President at Clear-Com 40:33

7M ago40:33

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Join hosts Tegan Valeny & Henry Johnson as they explore what it takes to succeed in media technology with Bob Boster, President at Clear-Com, who reveals the "superhero DNA" that drives excellence in the communications industry. Throughout the episode, Bob shares his remarkable 18-year journey at Clear-Com, from his early experiences as an 8-year-o…

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AI: The Potential and the Risk 29:57

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With AI hitting the headlines for the wrong reasons recently, we discussed the need for caution, as well as the current and potential future use cases for AI. This includes the need to consider ethics relating to AI adoption, as well as the cost and sustainability implications. Meanwhile AI can, and is being used to analyse scenes, improve quality …

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Sustainability in Wales Podcast 2 35:34

9M ago35:34

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In our second podcast focusing on sustainability in Wales, we discuss the impact of Screen New Deal, some of the projects happening in Wales, the importance of training the future sustainability managers, and the changes to the production industry and mindset across the region. Tilly Ashton, Sustainability Lead for Severn Screen and BAFTA Albert tr…

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The Power of Representation - Episode 38 - Krystal Brendel, Vice President of People at Quickplay 48:01

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Discover the importance of authentic representation and truly inclusive and diverse teams in this episode with Krystal Brendel, the Vice President of People at Quickplay. Krystal shared her experiences as a Black woman in the content industry, touching on topics like mentorship, continuous learning and authentic leadership as she shared her vision …

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Sustainability in Wales Podcast 1 32:26

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In part 1 of this 2 part series on sustainability in Wales, we talk about the impetus behind Screen New Deal, an initiative that was introduced in Wales at the end of November 2023. BAFTA albert, Ffilm Cyrmu Wales, and Media Cymru discuss the impact so far across the region, the challenges still remaining, and some of the projects aiming to overcom…

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Adapting Within Content & Media - Episode 37 - Mitch Askenas, Executive Director, Video Platform - Head of Commercial, Americas at Comcast Technology Solutions 32:53

9M ago32:53

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Join us to unpack the evolving challenges in the content and media sector in this conversation with Mitch Askenas, the Executive Director, Video Platform - Head of Commercial, Americas at Comcast Technology Solutions. During the episode, Mitch shared how adapting to new technologies has helped him progress in his career, the shift towards streaming…

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Tax-Efficient Financial Strategies: A Must for CFO's & CEO's 26:24

10M ago26:24

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Is your business losing out on potential growth due to tax inefficiencies? In this episode, we uncover how companies often forfeit up to 20% of reinvestment capital to avoidable tax liabilities. Join us as we delve into the hidden costs of tax inefficiency and explore proactive strategies that top CFOs employ to turn tax planning into a growth engi…

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Streaming trends to look out for in 2025 36:56

10M ago36:56

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As we near the end of 2024, we gathered experts to discuss the standout streaming trends of 2024 and how that will shift, or continue into 2025. Not surprisingly AI made an appearance, as well as the transition to the cloud, but we also discussed whether linear TV will transition to a streaming experience, the appearance of new ad formats, and whet…

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The Application of AI In Sports Media - Episode 36 - Elliot Renton, SVP of Asia Pacific at Magnifi 39:21

10M ago39:21

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Join us and Elliot Renton, the SVP of Asia Pacific at Magnifi, as we explore the impact of AI on sports media in different localities. In this episode, we also touched on hiring challenges and advice for young people looking to enter the world of sports media. Listen along for Elliot’s insights into the latest developments - and future direction - …

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Changing Priorities Around AI - Episode 35 - Till Sudworth, CMO and Head of BU Video at NPAW 23:17

12M ago23:17

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Discover the importance of empathy in leadership in this conversation with Till Sudworth, the CMO and Head of BU Video at NPAW. We also discussed his insights from the recent IBC event, as well as his predictions for AI’s impact on the wider content and media industry. Tune in to hear more about the shifting talent landscape and the developing oppo…

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IBC Highlights 36:45

1y ago36:45

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In this podcast, we discussed the hottest trends coming out of IBC. We debated cloud versus on-premise; linear versus OTT; and talked about shifting viewing habits and how that is changing further with new generations. We also discussed the reduction in AI-hype and a switch to a more pragmatic conversation around how AI can deliver real benefits su…

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Attracting Diverse Talent to Sports Media - Episode 34 - Anna Lockwood, Head of Media & Sport at Telstra International 35:56

1y ago35:56

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Explore the ever-changing world of sports broadcasting with us in this episode, featuring Anna Lockwood, the Head of Media & Sport at Telstra International. Our conversation also touched on key talent topics in the content and media industry, as well as the benefits of attracting more diverse talent to the sector. The Content & Media Matters Podcas…

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Broadpeak at IBC 2024 - Episode 33 - Mathias Guille, VP of Cloud Platforms at Broadpeak 42:10

1y ago42:10

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Explore the range of flexible cloud streaming solutions with Mathias Guille, the VP of Cloud Platforms at Broadpeak. He joined us to talk about Broadpeak’s innovative technical solutions, as well as the future of personalisation as he sees it unfolding on the cloud. Tune in for a sneak peek at Broadpeak’s offerings at IBC 2024. The Content & Media …

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Summer of Sports 39:54

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In this episode, we discuss the summer of sports and the innovations we have seen so far aimed at enhancing the experience, maximising monetisation opportunities, and saving costs. We also discuss whether the innovations during the Euros and the Olympics will impact other sports broadcasting going forward and what we expect to be the standout devel…

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Staying Relevant in Content & Media - Episode 32 - Chris Pulis, Chief Technology Officer at Globecast 43:21

1+ y ago43:21

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Transformation is the key to staying relevant in the content and media industry. Chris Pulis, the Chief Technology Officer at Globecast, joined us to share his advice for other leaders who want to guide their teams to new heights. In this episode, we explored the industry's growing talent issues, including the skills that new hires need to survive …

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GenAI’s Impact on Content - Episode 31 - Micky Edwards, VP of Business Development EMEA & APAC at TAG Video Systems 32:52

1+ y ago32:52

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As AI becomes more and more widely adopted across the content and media industry, there are growing concerns about its implications for our careers. To help us understand this phenomenon, we invited Micky Edwards, the VP of Business Development EMEA & APAC at TAG Video Systems to share his insights on the podcast. In this episode, we also discussed…

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AI: Risk versus Reward 36:06

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In the latest episode of Broadcast Unscripted, we discuss AI in the media industry. As well as talking about the opportunities it presents to make processes more efficient, we also tackled some of the risks, such as how do we spot deep fakes, something that is especially relevant right now with a number of elections happening across the world. We a…

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Changing Content Consumption with VR & XR - Episode 30 - Gianluca Meardi, General Manager of V-Nova Studios 32:16

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VR and XR have been developed for a number of years, and users are now comfortable with a variety of headsets. Join us as we unpack the technological advances within the industry behind this phenomenon with Gianluca Meardi, the Co-founder and General Manager of V-Nova Studios. In this episode, we also discussed Gianluca’s perspectives on creativi…

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Transforming Distribution Systems - Episode 29 - Fabio Gallo, General Manager of Europe and Asia at ViewLift 31:09

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As the media industry diversifies, there are emerging technologies that support increasing personalisation online. Listen along as we discuss these advancements with Fabio Gallo, the General Manager of Europe and Asia at ViewLift. In this episode, we explore Fabio’s career history, where he sees the forefront of distribution systems and his advice …

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The Importance of Cohesive Ecosystems - Episode 28 - Robin Kirchhoffer, the Chief Marketing Officer at Dalet 34:34

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The cloud has enabled companies to develop a range of innovative technologies that are advancing collaboration and communication. Listen to this episode as we discuss the issue with Robin Kirchhoffer, the Chief Marketing Officer at Dalet. In this episode, we dive into Robin’s background, advice and insights as he talks us through his experience of …

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Ad Trends - The rise of ad funded services. 24:16

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In the latest Broadcast Unscripted podcast from Radical Moves, we discuss the latest in ad trends and challenges. With the recent rise in ad-funded services, will this continue or will consumers get tired of ads? How can the industry innovate to avoid ad-fatigue and what innovative solutions are we already seeing come to market? And how is Youtube …

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Building a More Flexible Content Industry - Episode 27 - Mike Green, Chief Growth Officer at Backlight 26:39

2y ago26:39

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Join us as we explore the world of cloud-based workflows with Mike Green, the Chief Growth Officer at Backlight. We explored Mike’s biggest lessons and successes before discussing Backlight’s work to transform the content and media industry. You won’t want to miss this insightful episode! The Content & Media Matters Podcast is hosted by the global …

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IBC 2023 Special - Sports Streaming, Content Personalisation and why it’s so important to have a diverse workforce - Episode 26 - Tony Berthaud and Alexandre Paugam from Harmonic 48:57

2y ago48:57

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Join us this week for our IBC 2023 special, as we arejoined by not one, but two very special guests from Harmonic. In this week’s episode, we had the pleasure of discussingtopics around low latency streaming, content personalisation and how the shiftto SaaS based models has impacted the industry for the better. With the running theme of Sports stre…

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Cloud is King! - Episode 25 - Matthew Broom-Hughes, Chief Commercial Officer at M2A Media 27:43

2y ago27:43

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Join us this week as we talk with Matt Hughes, CCO of M2A Media and talk about his Labradors’ Harper & Gracie and all things Cloud related. Furthermore, we also dive into the topics of Sustainability, Diversity and Leadership. There’s something here for everyone!

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CDN, Open Caching & Data Analytics - Episode 24 - Gautier Demond, Vice President Sales-Content Publishers, North America at Qwilt 28:20

2y ago28:20

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This week we are joined by Gautier Demond, Vice President Sales-Content Publishers, North America at Qwilt, who shared his knowledge and expertise on the topic of CDN & Open Caching within the Content & Media world. We dive into core topics around leadership, the importance of diversity and inclusion within an organisation, along with understanding…

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Leadership Insights and Sustainable Growth in Video Streaming – Episode 23 – Martin Sebelius, VP & GM at Accedo.tv 35:11

2y ago35:11

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In this episode, we sit down with Martin Sebelius, the Senior Vice President and General Manager at Accedo.tv. We explore his advice on effective leadership while delving into the current state of the video streaming industry. Martin also shares expert insights on Accedo.tv's new Healthcheck service and discusses ways we can enhance sustainability …

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Doubling down on what your company does best – Episode 22 - Liz Riemersma, Vice President of Strategy & Business Development at Sling TV 40:08

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This week we are joined by Liz Riemersma, VP of Stratergy and BD at Sling TV. We talk to Liz about the challenges and opportunities for distributors and content producers in the market today, her accidental entry into the media and broadcast space, what keeps her there, and the importance of Family time to maintaining a work/life balance. The Conte…

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How is AI revolutionising Sports and Streaming content? – Episode 21 – Meghna Krishna, CRO at VideoVerse 25:25

2+ y ago25:25

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In this weeks episode, we had the pleasure of speaking to Meghna Krishna, CRO at VideoVerse, who shared her extensive knowledge into the evolving significance of AI in sports and content creation. During our conversation, we delved into Meghna's journey into the industry, explored the challenges related to diversity, and gained valuable insights in…

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Audience Engagement and the Sports Streaming Revolution? - Episode 20 – Ed Abis, Managing Director at Dizplai 34:27

2+ y ago34:27

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This week we are joined by Ed Abis, MD of Dizplai to talk about his roots in the sports and media space, his long-running love of Burnley FC, and how audience engagement and interaction is more important than ever in the live broadcast space. NB: We experienced some connection and audio issues in this episode. We have done our best to edit around t…

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Television, FAST and Targeting your Audience - Episode 19 - Allan McLennan, Founder and Global Head of M&E, Industry Strategy and Partnership at PADEM Media Group 42:51

2+ y ago42:51

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In this week’s episode, we were fortunate enough to speak with Allan McLennan, the Founder and Global Head of M&E, Industry Strategy and Partnership at PADEM Media Group. Allan shared his expertise on all things FAST, VOD and what it takes to become a great leader within today’s industry, along with how he likes to spend his perfect weekend. This i…

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Messy Desks and Metadata - Episode 18 - Taylor Riese VP of Strategic Sales for Signiant 37:48

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We had a delightful chat with Taylor Riese VP of Strategic Sales for Signiant about all things from navigating global leadership, to AI, the importance of face to face meetings and what’s more important passion or stability! Enjoy! The Content & Media Matters Podcast is hosted by the global recruitment firm neuco. They hire the best teams for growi…

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How have threats on Content Protection changed? - Episode 17 – Mark Billinge, Former VP Operations & Services at Synamedia 28:50

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In this episode we are joined by Mark Billinge, a leader in the content and media industry, who shares his insights into the current trends in the Content & Media industry. How have hybrid OTT, cloud-based platforms impacted the service providers? How do we tackle the professionalisation of Piracy tools? What has he learned from his experience in l…

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Jungles Livestreaming and Digital Transformation - Episode 16 - Ingo Hofacker, CEO at movingimage 37:15

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Stranded in the jungle? In need of Leadership strategies? This episode sees us talking with the CEO of Moving Image, Ingo Hofacker about all things Leadership. We also dive into the world of Livestreaming, Video, AI, Analytics and Digital Transformation having a laugh along the way! The Content & Media Matters Podcast is hosted by the global recrui…

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Keep Learning! - Episode 15 - Simon Miller, Ex Gracenote (a Nielsen company) International Managing Director 38:29

2+ y ago38:29

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This week we speak with Simon Miller, about Servant Leadership, Metadata, AI, The challenges for Sports Rights Owners, Video Delivery, Diversity, Latency and F1. There’s a lot packed into this episode after Connected TV World Summit 2023! The Content & Media Matters Podcast is hosted by the global recruitment firm neuco. They hire the best teams fo…

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Why is it so important to have a diverse leadership team? - Episode 14 - Alaina Hall, the Vice President of Global Account Management for JW Player 34:39

2+ y ago34:39

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How will AI play a role in shaping the delivery of Content? How can we develop more ways to deliver specific content to the end users? Why is it so important to have a diverse leadership team? If any of the questions above struck an interest, then this is the podcast for you! This week we had the pleasure of speaking to the incredible Alaina Hall t…

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From Radio to the leadership of Cloud Transformation - Episode 13 - Stephen Stewart, Chief Operating Officer at Take 1 48:01

2+ y ago48:01

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With Cloud and SaaS based platforms becoming so attractive for the Broadcasters and Content Owners, and large segments of the industry undertaking huge transformational projects, it was fantastic, to talk in detail with Stephen Stewart, who has been the Chief Operating Officer at Take 1. A Photographer in his spare time, who is passionate about cre…

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Building a Greener Future in Streaming – Episode 12 - Kristan Bullet, Founder and CEO of Humans Not Robots 27:09

2+ y ago27:09

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In this episode, we gained insight into the environmental impact of the streaming world directly from Kristan Bullet, the Founder and CEO of Humans Not Robots, a company that is working to reduce this footprint. We also discussed his unique road into the industry, the benefits of a fully remote company, how we can improve inclusion in the media spa…

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Transforming Businesses and Culture through Diversity - Episode 11 - Laura Blaisdell, Director of Global Talent Acquisition, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion at Avid 26:20

2+ y ago26:20

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This week we are joined by Laura Blaisdell, Director of Global Talent Acquisition, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion for Avid, to talk about the many transformations of her career, how to maintain and improve company culture through attracting the right diverse talent, and teaching her daughters to Ski. Enjoy! The Content & Media Matters Podcast is h…

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Feeling out of place? Find your community! - Episode 10 - Megan Wagoner, RVP Media & Entertainment at Bitmovin 47:11

2+ y ago47:11

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This is an epic episode, that will leave you buzzing and inspired! Are you seeking to improve your DE&I in your company? Unsure how to go about this? Then this is the episode for you! We unpack with Megan Wagoner, RVP Media & Entertainment at Bitmovin about how to develop a DE&I initiative in a company, and why this is still so needed. Furthermore,…

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Is VOD the bit on the side…or is it becoming the main event? - Episode 9 - Julie Mitchelmore, Vice President, Digital at A+E Networks UK 23:27

2+ y ago23:27

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Have you wondered about how have attitudes have shifted in the move from Linear to Digital? Do you think Linear TV is dead? This week we spoke with the brilliant Julie Mitchelmore the Vice President, Digital at A+E Networks UK about all things VOD, Diversity & Inclusion, and hearing about Julie’s Ideal weekend. This is not one to be missed! The Con…

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From launching loveable products, time in Hawaii & discussing what it takes to become a successful leader - Episode 8 – Lionel Bringuier, EVP Product & Engineering at Videon 42:23

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This week, we had the luxury of being joined by Lionel Bringuier, the EVP of Product & Engineering at Videon, who is an experienced and incredibly successful product leader. Diving right into some crucial topics, we discussed the current state of the Content & Media industry and how content consumption is changing and becoming more personalised. Al…

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Elizabeth Morgan - How Elizabeth Helped Steve Structure His Businesses (A Complete Breakdown) 1:02:25

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❗ CONTACT ELIZABETH OR STEVE: Elizabeth Morgan: [email protected] | https://www.emalegal.com Steve Parisi: [email protected] IBC Global

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Denzel Rodriguez - FULL Transparency on Commissions with Whole Life Insurance 58:12

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CONTACT DENZEL OR STEVE: Denzel Rodriguez: @DenzelNapoleonRodriguez | https://www.denzelrodriguez.com/ Steve Parisi: [email protected] IBC Global

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Recruiting in the Metaverse will make you focus on your intuition, take Marianne’s word for it! - Episode 7 - Marianne Carpentier, Chief Innovation & Technologies Officer at Newen Studios 41:07

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In this week’s episode, we were delighted to be joined by Marianne Carpentier, Chief Innovation & Technologies Officer at Newen Studios, who is an inspiring & innovative figure, within the Content & Media industry. We embarked on some core discussions, tackling the problems of Diversity & Inclusion and how we can take steps forward to solve these. …