What's Next with Philip Meissner

Most people think good outcomes mean good decisions. But according to Annie Duke, that’s one of the biggest mistakes leaders make. In this episode, Philip Meissner speaks with Annie Duke, former World Series of Poker champion and author of Thinking in Bets, about why decision-making under uncertainty is one of the most critical skills in leadership today. Drawing on poker, behavioral science, and real-world business examples, Annie explains how cognitive biases distort our judgment and how leaders can make smarter, more resilient decisions. Key insights from the episode:• Why judging decisions by outcomes leads to bad leadership• The hidden bias that makes us blame luck for failures and credit ourselves for wins• Why great decision makers are willing to change their minds• How “thinking in bets” helps leaders navigate uncertainty 👉 Watch the full conversation to learn how the best decision makers think. Timestamps:00:00 Intro00:42 Why Decision Making Matters Today02:02 Decisive vs Reckless Leadership03:39 Why Changing Your Mind Matters05:50 Poker Lessons for Leaders09:35 The Problem with Outcome Bias13:12 Improving Decision Quality20:50 Thinking in Bets Explained26:34 Incentives and Decision Quality30:32 Annie Poker Journey & Self-Serving Bias37:11 Progress Over Perfection Mindset38:04 Why the Future of Decisions Is BrightConnect with Philip Meissner:linkedin.com/in/pmeissner  Connect with Annie Duke:linkedin.com/in/annie-duke"What’s Next with Philip Meissner“A journey through our future life and work, and the place to discover your next favorite strategy and innovation. With global perspectives and fresh thinking, brought to you by some of the most exciting thinkers, builders, and leaders across the globe. Philip Meissner hosts fantastic guests and speakers, who share their journeys and knowledge in the most authentic and deep-dive style – to guide you through our world of tomorrow. From economy to science, from tech policy to AI in a fast-changing world. Subscribe right now wherever you get your podcast!Join our mailing list: www.philipmeissner.com/whatsnext to stay updated on the latest trends.#DecisionMaking #AnnieDuke #ThinkingInBets #LeadershipSkills #CognitiveBias #DecisionScience #BetterDecisions #BusinessStrategy #LeadershipMindset #CriticalThinking #Uncertainty #BehavioralEconomics #ProbabilisticThinking #BusinessLeadership #StrategicThinking

We’ve curated a 7-minute segment packed with the most misunderstood truths about quantum computing, AI, encryption, and why the future of technology depends less on breakthroughs and more on how wisely we use them. Listen to the full episode now!Youtube: https://youtu.be/Vxd-v_fh3vEApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/calm-down-about-quantum-its-not-what-you-think/id1793306908?i=1000754389262Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4AZ2rmSwtu8jgfe8e0dy8X?si=855424d248134071  Image credit: Lois Lammerhuber. "What’s Next with Philip Meissner“A journey through our future life and work, and the place to discover your next favorite strategy and innovation. With global perspectives and fresh thinking, brought to you by some of the most exciting thinkers, builders, and leaders across the globe. Philip Meissner hosts fantastic guests and speakers, who share their journeys and knowledge in the most authentic and deep-dive style – to guide you through our world of tomorrow. From economy to science, from tech policy to AI in a fast-changing world. Subscribe right now wherever you get your podcast!Join our mailing list: www.philipmeissner.com/whatsnext to stay updated on the latest trends

In this episode, Philip Meissner speaks with Marissa Giustina, a physicist working at the forefront of quantum technology and physical AI, to cut through the hype and explain what these breakthroughs really mean.Key takeaways from the conversation:Why quantum computers are powerful but highly specialized toolsThe real problems quantum is actually suited to solveHow leaders should prepare for quantum without chasing buzzwordsWhat physical AI can and can’t do in the human worldWhy curiosity and responsible stewardship matter more than speedThis is a clear, grounded conversation about the future of technology without the science fiction.👉 Watch the full episode and see what’s really coming next.Timestamps:01:01 What quantum technology is03:06 Why companies are racing into quantum04:24 Quantum vs artificial intelligence07:02 What quantum computers can solve10:58 How to prepare for the quantum era14:39 Will quantum impact AI15:07 Quantum encryption and security19:09 The biggest quantum myth20:50 Why physical AI is exciting22:58 Where physical AI comes first27:21 Curiosity and pushing limits29:04 Knowing when to quit30:18 What’s next after quantum31:21 What gives hope for the futureConnect with Philip Meissner:linkedin.com/in/pmeissner  Connect with Marissa Giustina:linkedin.com/in/marissa-giustina-aa4376161"What’s Next with Philip Meissner“A journey through our future life and work, and the place to discover your next favorite strategy and innovation. With global perspectives and fresh thinking, brought to you by some of the most exciting thinkers, builders, and leaders across the globe. Philip Meissner hosts fantastic guests and speakers, who share their journeys and knowledge in the most authentic and deep-dive style – to guide you through our world of tomorrow. From economy to science, from tech policy to AI in a fast-changing world. Subscribe right now wherever you get your podcast!Join our mailing list: www.philipmeissner.com/whatsnext to stay updated on the latest trends#QuantumComputing #QuantumTechnology #QuantumAI #TechHype #FutureOfTechnology #ArtificialIntelligence #PhysicalAI #PostQuantumSecurity #QuantumEncryption #TechLeadership #ResponsibleAI #EmergingTechnology #AITrends #DeepTech #TechnologyStrategy 

We’ve curated a sharp segment on how drilling drives up to 70% of project costs and how Hades’ laser technology could finally make deep geothermal and critical minerals economically viable. Listen to the full episode now!Youtube: https://youtu.be/tWRI9sDUwsYApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-geothermal-bottleneck-who-controls-the/id1793306908?i=1000751126969Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5z0WtRPp09Y3HutTwFbXcW?si=a6084031b9664f76 "What’s Next with Philip Meissner"A journey through our future life and work, and the place to discover your next favorite strategy and innovation. With global perspectives and fresh thinking, brought to you by some of the most exciting thinkers, builders, and leaders across the globe. Philip Meissner hosts fantastic guests and speakers, who share their journeys and knowledge in the most authentic and deep-dive style – to guide you through our world of tomorrow. From economy to science, from tech policy to AI in a fast-changing world. Subscribe right now wherever you get your podcast!Join our mailing list: www.philipmeissner.com/whatsnext to stay updated on the latest trends

We’ve curated a 7-minute segment packed with Ian Bremmer’s core insight on why today’s power shift isn’t about infrastructure, but about algorithms reshaping human identity and behavior at a speed and scale we’ve never seen before. Listen to the full episode now!Youtube: https://youtu.be/7ps7_z0JyvUApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/ian-bremmer-how-algorithms-reshape-global-power/id1793306908?i=1000749012234Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1XUnRmCAH11o8GA2JAiyhf?si=8bf569287fea423b "What’s Next with Philip Meissner“A journey through our future life and work, and the place to discover your next favorite strategy and innovation. With global perspectives and fresh thinking, brought to you by some of the most exciting thinkers, builders, and leaders across the globe. Philip Meissner hosts fantastic guests and speakers, who share their journeys and knowledge in the most authentic and deep-dive style – to guide you through our world of tomorrow. From economy to science, from tech policy to AI in a fast-changing world. Subscribe right now wherever you get your podcast!

Power no longer starts with governments. It starts with algorithms.In this episode, Ian Bremmer, founder and president of Eurasia Group, explains how power in the 21st century is shifting away from states and toward the companies and systems that program human behavior. Drawing on decades of advising world leaders and CEOs, Bremmer argues this change is unprecedented in speed, scale, and impact on humanity.You’ll learn:Why tech companies now hold power once reserved for governmentsHow algorithms shape identity, behavior, and social orderWhat this shift means for global stability and leadershipThe biggest mistake leaders are making in today’s power transitionIf you want to understand who really controls power today — and where it’s headed next — this conversation is essential.Timestamps:01:07 Do tech CEOs now rival state power02:35 Digital sovereignty and algorithmic control04:20 Why this power shift is unprecedented06:03 Will governments regain control08:00 Algorithms as the force reshaping power11:11 Is the rules-based global order collapsing14:57 Is US policy weakening America vs. China17:52 India’s role in the emerging power balance20:56 Leadership lessons from the Global Risk Report27:27 Navigating power personally30:19 Habits for surviving a chaotic world34:14 Optimism about the future Connect with Philip Meissner:linkedin.com/in/pmeissner Connect with Ian Bremmer:https://www.linkedin.com/in/ianbremmer/"What’s Next with Philip Meissner“A journey through our future life and work, and the place to discover your next favorite strategy and innovation. With global perspectives and fresh thinking, brought to you by some of the most exciting thinkers, builders, and leaders across the globe. Philip Meissner hosts fantastic guests and speakers, who share their journeys and knowledge in the most authentic and deep-dive style – to guide you through our world of tomorrow. From economy to science, from tech policy to AI in a fast-changing world. Subscribe right now wherever you get your podcast!#PowerShift #AlgorithmicPower #AIandSociety #TechPower #GlobalPower #Geopolitics #DigitalSovereignty #Algorithms #FutureOfPower #PoliticalRisk #AIInfluence #TechVsGovernment #GlobalOrder #HumanBehavior #IanBremmer

We’ve curated this 7-minute segment showing how AI guides farmers to reduce water use by sending them text messages, and why paying farmers to save water unlocked a scalable climate solution.  Listen to the full episode now!  Youtube: https://youtu.be/0Eq3Aoas87s  Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/using-ai-to-save-water-why-farmers-matter-most/id1793306908?i=1000746790562  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/7DlwsTTBymjEhOIPDBbIjt?si=483681a45ecf4361"What’s Next with Philip Meissner“A journey through our future life and work, and the place to discover your next favorite strategy and innovation. With global perspectives and fresh thinking, brought to you by some of the most exciting thinkers, builders, and leaders across the globe. Philip Meissner hosts fantastic guests and speakers, who share their journeys and knowledge in the most authentic and deep-dive style – to guide you through our world of tomorrow. From economy to science, from tech policy to AI in a fast-changing world. Subscribe right now wherever you get your podcast!

We’re panicking about AI’s water use and missing the real problem.Jairo Trad, co-founder and CEO of Kilimo, explains why farmers sit at the center of the global water crisis, and how AI, used the right way, can dramatically reduce water waste at scale.Speaking with Philip Meissner, Jairo shares how Kilimo delivers AI-driven irrigation advice by simple text messages, without sensors or hardware, and why incentives matter more than regulation.In this episode, you’ll discover:- Why 70–90% of global water use happens in agriculture, not data centers- How AI without sensors helps farmers know exactly when to irrigate- Why paying farmers to save water finally makes large-scale change possible- How companies now invest in water security near their own facilities- What a future looks like where water is no longer the limiting factorThis is a clear, pragmatic conversation about fixing water systems — not with guilt or panic, but with smarter incentives that actually work.👉 Watch now to see why the path to water security starts on farms, not in server rooms. Timestamps:00:58 Why farmers drive climate impact01:43 Agriculture vs AI water use03:29 How much water farming really uses04:09 The water problem no one fixes06:351 How AI improves farm irrigation07:51 What farmers gain from water tech08:07 A farmer story: less water, better yields09:45 Paying farmers to save water13:12 Why climate must make business sense15:01 How pricing fixes water problems16:33 Where the biggest water savings are18:07 What blocks water innovation19:40 Rethinking the global water system21:43 The thinker who inspired Jairo23:51 Why entrepreneurs embrace pain25:44 Scaling without losing judgment28:04 Confidence vs ego in leadership29:02 Building teams that challenge leaders31:26 A future with water security32:37 Why Jairo stays optimisticConnect with Philip Meissner:linkedin.com/in/pmeissner  Connect with Jairo Trad:https://www.linkedin.com/in/ingjairotrad/ Explore Kilimo:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/agrokilimoLinkedin: www.linkedin.com/company/kilimo-agtech/Twitter: https://twitter.com/agrokilimo "What’s Next with Philip Meissner“A journey through our future life and work, and the place to discover your next favorite strategy and innovation. With global perspectives and fresh thinking, brought to you by some of the most exciting thinkers, builders, and leaders across the globe. Philip Meissner hosts fantastic guests and speakers, who share their journeys and knowledge in the most authentic and deep-dive style – to guide you through our world of tomorrow. From economy to science, from tech policy to AI in a fast-changing world. Subscribe right now wherever you get your podcast!#WaterCrisis #AgTech #AIForGood #SustainableAgriculture #WaterSecurity #ClimateTech #SmartIrrigation #FutureOfFarming #WaterInnovation #AIInAgriculture #ClimateSolutions #WaterManagement #Sustainability #FoodSecurity #ClimateAction