Best Deep Pharma Intelligence Podcasts (2025)

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S7 Episode 6: From Particle Physics to Parliament: Making Governments More Human Through Artificial Intelligence with Dr Laura Gilbert CBE 39:41

3d ago39:41

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How does a particle physicist end up shaping the UK Government’s approach to artificial intelligence? In this thought‑provoking episode, Andrew Grill sits down with Dr Laura Gilbert CBE, former Director of Data Science at 10 Downing Street and now the Senior Director of AI at the Tony Blair Institute. Laura’s unique career path, from academic resea…

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Space Trucks: One Startup’s Plan to Get the U.S. Back on the Moon 50:17

6d ago50:17

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Longtime space rivals Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos are vying to reach outer space with their giant rockets. Meanwhile, an ecosystem of other space-related startups are racing to be ready to set up shop on the moon and Mars. Lunar Outpost is one of three companies competing to build a space truck for NASA's Artemis missions. Founder and CEO Justin Cyrus…

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How Tubi Is Coming for Netflix and YouTube in the New Streaming Wars 47:14

13d ago47:14

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Tubi is a free ad-supported streaming service that's gaining ground on big players like Netflix and Amazon. It has the largest content library of any streaming platform, full of obscure gems and films by up and comers, including one starring TikTok influencer Noah Beck. Tubi CEO Anjali Sud says that by putting viewers first, the streamer is "expand…

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Are AI Agents the Future of Business? Salesforce Is Betting $8 Billion on It 40:50

20d ago40:50

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Informatica isn’t a household name, but it plays a crucial role in helping companies like Toyota and Unilever manage and organize vast amounts of data. As artificial intelligence becomes more powerful, that data is like a gold mine. Customer relationship software company Salesforce recently struck a multibillion-dollar deal to acquire Informatica. …

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The Integration of Artificial Intelligence in Pharmacovigilance. Transforming Drug Safety 10:00

29d ago10:00

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Artificial Intelligence is Reshaping Pharmacovigilance – But Are You Ready? With over 1.5 million adverse drug reactions reported annually in the EU alone, the pressure on pharmacovigilance systems has never been greater. Could artificial intelligence (AI) be the answer? In this episode of International Pharma Talks, Dr. Diogo Sousa-Martins, Founde…

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Encore: Could Amazon’s Zoox Beat Tesla and Waymo in the Robotaxi Race? 40:40

29d ago40:40

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With Elon Musk’s Tesla piloting its robotaxi service in Austin, Texas and Waymo expanding, it’s the perfect time to revisit our interview with Zoox CEO Aicha Evans. She went deep with WSJ’s Tim Higgins and Christopher Mims on her decisions to sell the company to Amazon for over $1.2 billion and to keep Zoox’s radical design for a driverless car tha…

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Tariffs, EVs and China: A CEO Insider’s View of the Car Business 41:29

1M ago41:29

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For months, the complex global auto industry has grappled with the added challenge of navigating the Trump administration’s trade war. That gives Swamy Kotagiri, the CEO of Magna International, a first-hand perspective of how tariffs, trade negotiations and shifting supply chains are reshaping the future of the business, today. How is the largest a…

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Why José Andrés Says We Need Leaders Who Believe in ‘Longer Tables’ 35:12

1M ago35:12

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José Andrés knows what it’s like to work under pressure. From managing the chaos of restaurant kitchens, to running a global business empire, to helping feed people in disaster zones, the celebrity chef doesn’t like to sit still, especially when it comes to food. On a special bonus episode of the Bold Names podcast, Andrés speaks to WSJ’s Christoph…

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S7 Episode 5: Agentic AI: The Next Frontier in FinTech with Shannon Scott SVP & Global Head of Product at Airwallex 37:49

1M ago37:49

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In this episode of Digitally Curious, host Andrew Grill, renowned futurist and author, sits down with Shannon Scott, Senior Vice President and Global Head of Product at Airwallex, one of the world’s fastest-growing FinTech innovators. Key Topics Covered: Shannon’s Journey: From rural Victoria to leading global product strategy at Airwallex, Shannon…

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How Microsoft’s AI Chief Defines ‘Humanist Super Intelligence’ 43:00

2M ago43:00

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Few people developing artificial intelligence have as much experience in the field as Microsoft AI CEO Mustafa Suleyman. He co-founded DeepMind, helped Google develop its large language models and designed AI chatbots with personality at his former startup, Inflection AI. Now, he’s tasked with leading Microsoft’s efforts on its consumer AI products…

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Booz Allen CEO on Silicon Valley’s Turn to Defense Tech: ‘We Need Everybody.’ 38:04

2M ago38:04

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Horacio Rozanski says he is obsessed with speed. As the CEO of Booz Allen Hamilton, a company that helps government agencies leverage the latest advances in technology used by the private sector, he has insight into the global race to develop artificial intelligence, especially in the realm of warfare. How does Rozanski see the relationship between…

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S7 Episode 4: How Agentic AI is Transforming the CFO's Growth Strategy with SAP Concur 30:41

2M ago30:41

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In this episode, Andrew Grill welcomes back Chris Juneau from SAP Concur to discuss the latest findings from the 2025 CFO Insights report, “Action for Growth.” The conversation explores the evolving role of CFOs, the growing impact of AI and automation in finance, and the introduction of new agentic AI capabilities within SAP Concur’s platform. Key…

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This CEO Says Global Trade Is Broken. What Comes Next? 37:56

3M ago37:56

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Evan Smith is the co-founder and CEO of Altana, one of a few companies that have a global view and insight into the world’s supply chains. Think LinkedIn, but with the ability to track every step of a product’s movement from raw materials to store shelves. That lets him see firsthand how President Trump’s tariffs have thrown global trade networks i…

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This Company Has a Plan to Beat Neuralink at the Brain-Computer Interface Game 35:17

3M ago35:17

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What if you could control computers with just a thought? Precision Neuroscience is one of several companies working to make that a reality. Michael Mager is the co-founder and CEO of the brain-computer interface company whose technology aims to give patients with severe mobility issues new ways to interact with the digital world. How does Precision…

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Venture Capitalist Sarah Guo’s Surprising Bet on Unsexy AI 35:39

3M ago35:39

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What's next for artificial intelligence beyond autonomous agents and next-gen language models? Sarah Guo, the founder of venture capital firm Conviction, is a rising star among Silicon Valley investors. She says the next big wave of AI innovation could transform the business world. What is she looking for in investment opportunities? And why does G…

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S7 Episode 3: AI Guardrails: Navigating the Ethical Future of Technology 34:54

3M ago34:54

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What happens when we prioritise innovation over ethics in AI development? For the 100th episode of the Digitally Curious Podcast, Kerry Sheehan, a machine learning specialist with a fascinating journey from journalism to AI policy, explores this critical question as she shares powerful insights on responsible AI implementation. Kerry takes us on a …

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How Zipline’s Drones Are Taking Off in the U.S. and Rivaling Amazon 32:52

4M ago32:52

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After flying 100 million miles and making over 1.4 million deliveries using autonomous drones, Zipline CEO and co-founder Keller Rinaudo Cliffton is looking to transform how same-day delivery works in the U.S. His company has spent years shipping medical supplies across countries like Rwanda, Ghana and Kenya. But will Zipline become a household nam…

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70,000 Bets a Minute: How FanDuel’s Parent Is Winning at Sports Gambling 32:23

4M ago32:23

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Peter Jackson, the CEO of Flutter Entertainment, leads a global sports betting empire. With the U.S.-based FanDuel as its crown jewel, he has a prime view of one of the fastest-growing and most profitable entertainment industries in the world. How is Flutter using technology to supercharge sports betting, while grappling with its potential harms? J…

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What This Former USAID Head Had to Say About Elon Musk and DOGE 32:55

4M ago32:55

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Rajiv Shah, president of the Rockefeller Foundation and former head of USAID, has spent his career on the frontlines of the fight against global poverty. That gives him unique insight into the rapidly changing world of foreign aid and philanthropy. How are NGOs attempting to fill the funding gaps left as the Trump administration turns inward? Shah …

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Coming Soon: Bold Names Season Three 2:00

4M ago2:00

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Every day, Wall Street Journal reporters talk with the most powerful, influential and interesting people. On the next season of WSJ’s Bold Names podcast, columnists Tim Higgins and Christopher Mims are bringing some of those conversations directly to you. Join them, starting Friday, April 18. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adc…

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S7 Episode 2: The Unexpected Symphony: Deborah Humble's Last-Minute Mahler Moment 43:50

5M ago43:50

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A phone call that changes everything. A seemingly impossible challenge. Hours instead of months to prepare. When mezzo-soprano Deborah Humble received that unexpected call from the Sydney Symphony Orchestra, she faced a career-defining decision: step onto the stage of the Sydney Opera House that very evening to perform Gustav Mahler's Second Sympho…

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‘Businesses Don’t Like Uncertainty’: How Cisco Is Navigating AI and Trump 2.0 31:12

5M ago31:12

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Few people sit at the nexus of business and politics like Cisco CEO Chuck Robbins. As head of a company that makes much of the infrastructure underlying the internet and artificial intelligence systems, and as chairman of the lobbying group Business Roundtable, Robbins has a unique perspective on the rapid changes facing both Silicon Valley and Was…

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Could Amazon’s Zoox Beat Tesla and Waymo in the Robotaxi Race? 32:50

5M ago32:50

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When Aicha Evans took over robotaxi startup Zoox from its founders in 2019, she made two big moves: selling the company to Amazon for over $1.2 billion, and keeping Zoox’s radical design for a driverless car that looks like a lounge on wheels, with no steering wheel or brake pedal. Now, as the robotaxi industry drives toward a pivotal moment in pub…

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Exploring the market and regulatory opportunities of medicinal cannabis in Brazil 12:41

5M ago12:41

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Brazil’s medicinal cannabis market is evolving rapidly, with more patients, new regulatory pathways, and a growing industry presence. But how accessible are these treatments, and what are the biggest challenges companies face? In this episode of International Pharma Talks, Dr. Diogo Sousa-Martins explores the business and regulatory landscape of me…

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Palmer Luckey's 'I Told You So' Tour: AI Weapons and Vindication 31:07

5M ago31:07

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Palmer Luckey, the founder of weapons manufacturer Anduril, was part of a minority in the tech sector that supported President Trump during his first run at the White House. Now, Luckey wields influence in both Silicon Valley and Washington, D.C.–and he’s using it to secure U.S. military contracts while trying to remake the government’s approach to…

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Humanoid Robot Startups Are Hot. This AI Expert Cuts Through the Hype. 31:07

6M ago31:07

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Ayanna Howard is dean of The Ohio State University’s College of Engineering, an IEEE Senior Member, and a top expert on two of the most hyped fields in tech: humanoid robots and artificial intelligence. Combining these technologies could allow advanced bots to take on all sorts of tasks, from helping pack boxes at warehouses, to taking care of the …

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Changes and Evolution in the Pharmaceutical Market 8:27

6M ago8:27

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The pharmaceutical market is constantly evolving,shaped by innovation, shifting demands, and regulatory developments. In this episode of International Pharma Talks, our host, Dr. Diogo Sousa-Martins explores how the industry is changing and what these transformations mean forthe future. Tune in to discover: How technology is reshaping drug developm…

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Reid Hoffman Says AI Isn’t an ‘Arms Race,’ but America Needs to Win 30:11

6M ago30:11

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LinkedIn co-founder and Silicon Valley venture capitalist Reid Hoffman is cautiously optimistic about the future of artificial intelligence. In his new book, “Superagency: What Could Possibly Go Right With Our AI Future,” he argues that the current state of AI is similar to the automobile at the start of the 20th century. What does that mean for wh…

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Why Bilt’s CEO Wants You To Pay Your Mortgage With a Credit Card 28:37

6M ago28:37

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Bilt Rewards founder and CEO Ankur Jain took inspiration from American Express’s rewards programs when his company began offering people loyalty points for paying monthly rent. Now, he wants to add homeowners to his customer base by allowing them to get rewards points for their mortgage payments. What does that mean for Bilt’s business, and for its…

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Introducing: Bold Names 2:58

6M ago2:58

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Every day, Wall Street Journal reporters talk with the most powerful, influential and interesting people. Now, we’re bringing some of those conversations directly to you. Introducing Bold Names, a new interview series where we hear directly from the leaders behind bold name companies. Hosted by WSJ columnists Tim Higgins and Christopher Mims. The n…

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The CEO Who Says Cheaper AI Could Actually Mean More Jobs 29:44

6M ago29:44

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Cloud storage used to be a sleepy part of the computing world but, with artificial intelligence becoming cheaper than ever, the companies collecting and protecting that data are now a hot investment. That includes cloud storage company Box, which has seen its stock climb nearly 40% this year. Its customers include most of the Fortune 500, including…

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Why Elon Musk’s Battery Guy Is Betting Big on Recycling 28:12

6M ago28:12

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JB Straubel was Elon Musk’s battery guy. Now he’s trying to turn what some see as trash into power for the electric vehicle revolution. Straubel was there at the earliest days of Tesla, and in his 15 years with the electric vehicle company, he played an integral role: he developed the battery pack used in the first Tesla vehicle, was the company’s …

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Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff and the AI ‘Fantasy Land’ 24:57

6M ago24:57

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Marc Benioff is one of the most outspoken names in tech. The billionaire co-founder of customer relationship software company Salesforce has been pivoting the company’s focus to artificial intelligence agents to help its clients manage customer service and other needs. But he has some strong opinions about how others are promoting AI, from how Micr…

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Why This Tesla Pioneer Says the Cheap EV Market 'Sucks' 27:43

6M ago27:43

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Tesla, and its CEO Elon Musk, are the big names in electric vehicles, but a lot of competitors are nipping at their heels, including one led by a former top Tesla engineer. Peter Rawlinson is the CEO of Lucid, a billion-dollar auto startup he says has better technology than its rivals. The company recently completed a $1.75 billion stock offering, …

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An Update on The Future of Everything 1:47

7M ago1:47

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A brief message about some changes coming to The Future of Everything. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy The Wall Street Journal

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The Future of Pharma: Key trends to watch in 2025 16:48

7M ago16:48

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What does the future look like for the pharma industry in 2025? Join Dr. Diogo Sousa-Martins in our latest episode of International Pharma Talks, where he explores the key trends shaping the pharmaceutical landscape this year. With rapid advancements in AI, regulatory changes, and the growing importance of personalized medicine, staying ahead has n…

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Nvidia’s Chips Power the Supercomputer That Could Change AI 17:24

7M ago17:24

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A few months ago, AI supercomputer Gefion was plugged in for the first time in a ceremony featuring the Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang, the King of Denmark and Nadia Carlsten, the CEO of the Danish Centre for AI Innovation. Carlsten and Mads Krogsgaard Thomsen, CEO of the Novo Nordisk Foundation, join WSJ’s Ben Cohen to discuss what they hope to achieve w…

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Could Ultrasound Help Treat Addiction? 18:21

7M ago18:21

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The future of addiction treatment could be in treating the brain itself. A new trial at West Virginia University’s Rockefeller Neuroscience Institute is exploring whether using ultrasound waves on parts of the brain associated with addiction could disrupt connections that contribute to cravings. WSJ health reporter Julie Wernau explains how it work…

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The expansion of the Cannabis market in Europe 11:42

7M ago11:42

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In the 37th episode, our host, Dr. Diogo Sousa-Martins delves into the dynamic and rapidly evolving cannabis market in Europe, analyzing how the regulatory frameworks, market trends, and societal implications works in this controversial yet very promising industry. From the rise of medical cannabis markets in Germany, Poland, the Czech Republic, an…

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How New Wearable Tech Targets Brain Waves for Better Sleep 17:35

7M ago17:35

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Do you have trouble falling asleep? If meditation apps and sleep trackers aren’t cutting it, now there’s technology designed to help users not only nod off more quickly but improve their slumber. WSJ’s Charlotte Gartenberg speaks with Science Bureau Chief Jo Craven McGinty about the latest wearable sleep tech that targets brain waves with sound and…

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Could Making a New Woolly Mammoth Help Human Health? 14:38

8M ago14:38

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Colossal Biosciences wants to create new animals that resemble extinct creatures like the woolly mammoth, thanks to advancements in genetic engineering and synthetic biology. In this conversation from the WSJ’s Future of Everything Festival in May 2024, Colossal Biosciences co-founder and CEO Ben Lamm discusses how the de-extinction of species coul…

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S7 Episode 1: Augmenting Your Career in the Age of AI: An Interview with David Shrier 39:45

8M ago39:45

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Welcome to Season 7 of the Digitally Curious Podcast. This show is a perfect compendium if you’ve bought the book of the same name, and if you haven’t grabbed yourself a copy, may I suggest that’s something you should consider investing in - just click here or ask for it by name wherever great books are sold. In today’s episode, we’re going back in…

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Science of Success: Who’s Winning the EV Market in 2025? 17:28

8M ago17:28

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Electric vehicle sales growthexperienced a slow down in 2 023 that continued into this year. Despite EV makers’ big bets on batteries, buyers seemed more hesitant to take the all-electric route. But EV sales are exp ected to keep growing in 2025, according to Cox Automotive. On the Science of Success, WSJ’s Ben Cohen speaks with Journal reporter Se…

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Designing the EV Soundscape of the Future 20:02

8M ago20:02

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Electric motors are silent but electric vehicles are not. They make noise for safety, branding and to enhance the driving experience. And since they are no longer limited by the sound of the motor, these cars provide an acoustic blank slate. Jasper de Kruiff, co-founder and creative director of Impulse Audio Lab, has been working in interactive sou…

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Driverless: Waymo and the Robotaxi Race—Under the Hood 23:52

8M ago23:52

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Waymo, the self-driving car startup owned by Google parent Alphabet, may be the front-runner in the race to lead the driverless car industry, but it’s got competition. Elon Musk’s Tesla and Amazon’s Zoox are also building out robotaxi technology and services to get riders in self-driving cars. On the second episode of our special series on the grow…

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How New Motors Could Transform the EV Industry 16:17

8M ago16:17

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Electric vehicles are a big part of the green energy transition but some of their most critical components are made using rare-earth elements. These can be highly toxic and environmentally destructive to mine and refine, with politically-complicated supply chains to boot. Engineers and automakers like Tesla, GM and Stellantis are now racing to buil…

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Driverless: Waymo and the Robotaxi Race—Waymo Takes the Lead 22:40

8M ago22:40

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Fifteen years ago, Google made a big bet that future cars will drive themselves. Now, billions of dollars later, that bet may finally be paying off. Waymo, Alphabet's driverless car company, has hit the accelerator in recent years as its technology has evolved, and its rivals have stumbled. On episode one of our special series on the growing driver…

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How Drones Are Bringing Emergency Services to Remote Places 22:28

8M ago22:28

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Autonomous aviation is making medical aid more accessible and emergency response time shorter than ever. In this conversation from WSJ’s Future of Everything Festival in May, GoAERO CEO Gwen Lighter and Zipline CEO Keller Rinaudo Cliffton share how their respective companies are looking for ways to revamp medical access in hard to reach places. The…

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S6 Episode 13: Fuelling Curiosity: Insights from Australia's First Official Astronaut Katherine Bennell-Pegg 21:41

9M ago21:41

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In this episode, we speak to Australia's first official astronaut, Katherine Bennell-Pegg, about her lifelong passion for space exploration and how she pursued her dream of becoming an astronaut. We also covered: The importance of international experience and cultural adaptability in the astronaut selection process and training The rigorous and div…

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Bold Names: Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff and the AI ‘Fantasy Land’ 25:40

9M ago25:40

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Future of Everything listeners, here's a special presentation of Bold Names, our interview series where you'll hear from the leaders of the bold-named companies featured in the pages of the Wall Street Journal. Marc Benioff is one of the most outspoken names in tech. The billionaire co-founder of customer relationship software company Salesforce ha…

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