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 36, SEASON 3: What is a strategic narrative and how is it different than a story? What role does the narrative play in corporations and society overall? How is one created? Is it linear or circular? Tune in to learn more about the importance of strategic narrative for alignment, innovation and the future.
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 want to go.
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Visit future-of.xyz and follow on social media... LinkedIn: @lisagralnek, @lvg-co-strategy | Twitter: @lgralnek | IG: @futureofxyz
EPISODE 35, SEASON 3: If you’re not a marketer or corporate data geek, you may not know about consumer analytics. If you are or aren’t – definitely tune in this week to learn how companies make decisions about supply chain, innovation, promotions, and so much more – and why it matters for you and me as consumers.
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 want to go.
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Visit future-of.xyz and follow on social media... LinkedIn: @lisagralnek, @lvg-co-strategy | Twitter: @lgralnek | IG: @futureofxyz
EPISODE 34, SEASON 3: In this special Halloween edition, we learn from a specialized attorney all about psychedelics. What they are, how they work, and why a growing body of scientific evidence is helping fast-track their path to legalization- quickly following cannabis- despite remaining Schedule 1 drugs under US federal law.
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 want to go.
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Visit future-of.xyz and follow on social media... LinkedIn: @lisagralnek, @lvg-co-strategy | Twitter: @lgralnek | IG: @futureofxyz
EPISODE 33, SEASON 3: Are you a language geek? This week’s guest shares a fascinating perspective- from the rise of English as the world’s ‘lingua franca’, to ‘endangered languages’, and the role of big tech via natural language processing - you won’t want to miss out.
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 want to go.
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Visit future-of.xyz and follow on social media... LinkedIn: @lisagralnek, @lvg-co-strategy | Twitter: @lgralnek | IG: @futureofxyz
EPISODE 32, SEASON 3: Blockchain is a buzzy topic at the moment, but what do you really know about it? From Bitcoin and other crypto currencies, to the rules that govern and protect public and private data- blockchain is “like a chain of custody for information or assets through a digital system”. Don’t miss this incredibly informative conversation about a subject everyone should be paying attention to.
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 want to go.
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Visit future-of.xyz and follow on social media... LinkedIn: @lisagralnek, @lvg-co-strategy | Twitter: @lgralnek | IG: @futureofxyz
EPISODE 31, SEASON 3: Whether sports, music, entertainment, food or fashion- we’re all fans of something. This week, we explore the importance of fandom in today’s culture. Our guest is a comic book geek and creator, who addresses topics related to self-identity, representation, tribes, storytelling and even branding.
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 want to go.
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Visit future-of.xyz and follow on social media... LinkedIn: @lisagralnek, @lvg-co-strategy | Twitter: @lgralnek | IG: @futureofxyz
EPISODE 30, SEASON 3: From recruiting to retention, respect to recognition- we explore the evolving workplace, the new power of employees, measuring performance success, and what employers need to do to create a supportive culture in a volatile, uncertain, complex and ambiguous post-pandemic workplace.
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 want to go.
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Visit future-of.xyz and follow on social media... LinkedIn: @lisagralnek, @lvg-co-strategy | Twitter: @lgralnek | IG: @futureofxyz
EPISODE 29, SEASON 3: What is supply chain mapping? Why does responsible sourcing matter? How do companies track the environmental and social impact of their products? How can consumers trust their favorite brands? Explore all this and more from the lead software solution in end to end supply chain transparency today.
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 want to go.
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Visit future-of.xyz and follow on social media... LinkedIn: @lisagralnek, @lvg-co-strategy | Twitter: @lgralnek | IG: @futureofxyz
EPISODE 28, SEASON 3: The Spring/Summer 2023 fashion season is kicking off, and Future of XYZ is back with an amazingly talented, long-time brand experience designer to talk about the Future of Fashion Shows. Get ready to walk the runway!
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 want to go.
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Visit future-of.xyz and follow on social media... LinkedIn: @lisagralnek, @lvg-co-strategy | Twitter: @lgralnek | IG: @futureofxyz
EPISODE 27, SEASON 3: Interested to learn about Gen Z? Often maligned, often hyped, our guest this week is a Gen Z himself, as well as an expert on marketing to them. From smartphones and social media, to activism and brand consciousness- this is a quick and profound primer on who Gen Z is and what they care about.
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 want to go.
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Visit future-of.xyz and follow on social media... LinkedIn: @lisagralnek, @lvg-co-strategy | Twitter: @lgralnek | IG: @futureofxyz