Future of XYZ
Presented in collaboration with Rhode Island PBS, Future of XYZ is a bi-weekly interview series that explores big questions about where we are as a world and where we want to go. Through quick and candid conversations with innovative leaders and courageous changemakers, we share unique perspectives that provoke new thinking about what’s coming down the pipeline on topics ranging from business and technology, to art, science, and humanity broadly. Listen wherever you get your favorite podcasts, watch on ripbs.org/XYZ, and follow @futureofxyz on Instagram. More information available at future-of.XYZ.
EPISODE 23, SEASON 2: This week we speak with Carlo Mondavi of RAEN Winery and Monarch Tractor. His family’s legacy in California wines is 102 years old, yet Carlo is bringing winemaking and farming generally into the future with regenerative agriculture and ‘beyond organic’ principles. Learn more about his history, philosophy, award-winning wines, and vision for the next 100 years in an episode worth toasting!
ABOUT THE SERIES: Future of XYZ is a weekly interview series dedicated to fostering forward-thinking discussions about where we are as a world and where we’re going.
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Visit future-of.xyz and follow on social media... IG: @futureofxyz Twitter: @lgralnek | LinkedIn: @lisagralnek, @lvg-co-strategy
EPISODE 22, SEASON 2: Molly Day, Executive Director of PL+US, joins us this week to explore the ‘Future of Paid Leave’. The United States is just 1 in 4 countries worldwide who offer no form of paid family or medical leave. The impact of this on all workers- especially women and low-wage, largely minority workers- holds back social progress, community wellbeing, and economic growth. Listen to this essential episode just as the fight for paid leave heats up in Congress!
ABOUT THE SERIES: Future of XYZ is a weekly interview series dedicated to fostering forward-thinking discussions about where we are as a world and where we’re going.
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Visit future-of.xyz and follow on social media... LinkedIn: @lisagralnek, @lvg-co-strategy | Twitter: @lgralnek | IG: @futureofxyz
EPISODE 21, SEASON 2: Nikisha Bailey is the Vice President of A&R Admin & Ops at APG, a division of Atlantic Records. In this rich and engaging conversation about the ‘Future of The Music Industry’, Nikisha talks about the role of collaboration and the traditional label, the changing nature of technology and data, the imperative to educate artists in financial literacy, and the evolution of the superstar. Don’t miss this amazing episode!
ABOUT THE SERIES: Future of XYZ is a weekly interview series dedicated to fostering forward-thinking discussions about where we are as a world and where we’re going.
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Visit future-of.xyz and follow on social media... LinkedIn: @lisagralnek, @lvg-co-strategy | Twitter: @lgralnek | IG: @futureofxyz
EPISODE 20, SEASON 2: It’s being said that COVID has unleashed the “golden age of a liberal arts education”. With the need for adaptability, empathy, creativity and critical thinking more important than ever in a changing world. The ‘Future of Liberal Arts Education’ is a powerful discussion with President Clayton Spencer of Bates College, a top liberal arts college located in Maine.
ABOUT THE SERIES: Future of XYZ is a weekly interview series dedicated to fostering forward-thinking discussions about where we are as a world and where we’re going.
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Visit future-of.xyz and follow on social media... LinkedIn: @lisagralnek, @lvg-co-strategy | Twitter: @lgralnek | IG: @futureofxyz
EPISODE 19, SEASON 2: The ‘Future of Controversy’ is a potent topic, made more compelling by our amazing guest, Kambiz Akhaven- Director at USC’s Dornsife Center for the Political Future and former CEO of procon.org. Together, we explore root causes of polarization, how the modern world increases controversy, and ways to overcome conflict and understand the ‘other side’. Don’t miss this important episode!
ABOUT THE SERIES: Future of XYZ is a weekly interview series dedicated to fostering forward-thinking discussions about where we are as a world and where we’re going.
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Visit future-of.xyz and follow on social media... LinkedIn: @lisagralnek, @lvg-co-strategy | Twitter: @lgralnek | IG: @futureofxyz
EPISODE 18, SEASON 2: Mark Vernooij joins us this week to speak about the ‘Future of Leadership’. As a speaker, writer, advisory board member and Partner at THNK School of Creative Leadership based in the Netherlands, Mark shares his perspective on the most important qualities for leaders of the future. Among the standout ideas? Mindfulness, humility, and upgrading our operating systems. Have a listen here to learn more.
ABOUT THE SERIES: Future of XYZ is a weekly interview series dedicated to fostering forward-thinking discussions about where we are as a world and where we’re going.
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Visit future-of.xyz and follow on social media... IG: @futureofxyz | LinkedIn: @lisagralnek, @lvg-co-strategy | Twitter: @lgralnek
EPISODE 17, SEASON 2: Optometrist Dr. Andrea Thau is the former President of the American Optometric Association (AOA.org) and current chair of the Public Policy Board Chair on Eyes at the American Public Health Association (APHA.org). She joins us for a fascinating, actionable and very important conversation about our eyes and their role in our overall physical & behavioral health, productivity and general wellbeing.
ABOUT THE SERIES: Future of XYZ is a weekly interview series dedicated to fostering forward-thinking discussions about where we are as a world and where we’re going.
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Visit future-of.xyz and follow on social media... IG: @futureofxyz | LinkedIn: @lisagralnek, @lvg-co-strategy | Twitter: @lgralnek
EPISODE 16, SEASON 2: For this Earth Day episode, we’re talking about the ‘Future of Biomimicry’ with guest Colin Mangham. The saying in biomimicry is: “failures are fossils” and “life replicates things that work”. Therefore, we must look to nature- not to learn ABOUT it, but FROM it- for how we can survive and prevail despite our circumstances.
ABOUT THE SERIES: Future of XYZ is a weekly interview series dedicated to fostering forward-thinking discussions about where we are as a world and where we’re going.
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Visit future-of.xyz and follow on social media... IG: @futureofxyz | LinkedIn: @lisagralnek, @lvg-co-strategy | Twitter: @lgralnek
EPISODE 15, SEASON 2: This week, we talk with industry trailblazers Nicole Katz, CEO of LA-based Paper Chase Press, and Chris Harrold- long-time SVP Marketing at Mohawk Paper about the ‘Future of Print’. Both guests lead multi-generational family-owned businesses fighting for relevance in a digital-first world. Yet neither is shy in sharing why they believe print matters, and is not only here to stay, but will grow.
ABOUT THE SERIES: Future of XYZ is a weekly interview series dedicated to fostering forward-thinking discussions about where we are as a world and where we’re going.
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Visit future-of.xyz and follow on social media... IG: @futureofxyz | LinkedIn: @lisagralnek, @lvg-co-strategy | Twitter: @lgralnek
EPISODE 14, SEASON 2: Joining us this week to talk about the ‘Future of Ice Hockey’ is Omar Mitchell, VP of Sustainable Infrastructure & Growth Initiatives at the National Hockey League (NHL). It’s a rich & fascinating conversation covering topics from clean water and STEM education, to local community rinks and franchise arenas, food waste management to values and fandom. Don’t miss it.
ABOUT THE SERIES: Future of XYZ is a weekly interview series dedicated to fostering forward-thinking discussions about where we are as a world and where we’re going. Hosted by LVG & Co.- an independent strategy consultancy based in New York City.
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Visit future-of.xyz and follow on social media... IG: @futureofxyz | LinkedIn: @lisagralnek, @lvg-co-strategy | Twitter: @lgralnek