Future Imagined
Business & Economics Podcasts
Future Imagined is a new podcast created by Global Foresight Leaders to inspire curiosity about the future and the role we all play in shaping it. In a series of conversations, we speak with guests from within and outside of the CPG industry - from expert futurists to provocative innovators - exploring themes influencing the future. Copyright 2021 Mars Wrigley. All views are those of the podcast hosts and guests only and do not necessarily reflect the views of their employer(s).
Location:
United States
Description:
Future Imagined is a new podcast created by Global Foresight Leaders to inspire curiosity about the future and the role we all play in shaping it. In a series of conversations, we speak with guests from within and outside of the CPG industry - from expert futurists to provocative innovators - exploring themes influencing the future. Copyright 2021 Mars Wrigley. All views are those of the podcast hosts and guests only and do not necessarily reflect the views of their employer(s).
Language:
English
Episodes
28. Future of AI
8/17/2022
Over the past years, technology has grown from simple spreadsheets to precision surgeries. What’s next? Should we be fearful or hopeful about the future of AI?
In this episode, global foresight leader Sandeep Das dives into the current and future developments of AI. Joining him are experts in the technology industry: Global Chief Digital Officer at Mars Inc., Sandeep Dadlani, and Partner at Bain & Company, Rahul Shah.
Together, they give their insights into the future of AI and how it can...
Duration:00:31:33
27. Virtual Humans
7/13/2022
As ever, we’re looking at tomorrow — the future of human interaction.
Join our host, global foresight leader Lianne Kwan as she delves into the nature of a burgeoning online space: the metaverse.
With her today is the CEO of Naver Z USA (Zepeto) Jungsuk Jay Lee, Managing Director Caroline So of Elmwood China, and the co-founder and Chief Creative Officer Christopher Travers of the Offbeat Media Group.
Together, we’ll look into the nature of virtual reality and online spaces. As our...
Duration:00:37:25
26. Future of Food
6/29/2022
As a treats and snack company, our team at Mars Wrigley is obsessed with thinking about how consumer preferences and cultural values will impact the future of food. We’ve seen how brands act as cultural change agents, taking a stand on issues like climate change and other sustainable practices, while the ebb and flow of consumer adoption is not always consistent.
In this episode, our host, global foresight leader Jo Lepore, dives into current developments being made within the food industry...
Duration:00:37:41
25. Futures Business, Pt. 2: Keeping Foresight Fresh (Live from IIEX NA 2022)
5/18/2022
In an unpredictable world, the demand for strategic foresight is greater than ever. In a special live episode, recorded at IIEX (Insight and Innovation Exchange) in Austin, Texas in front of a live audience, we dive into the importance of practicing foresight to future-proof organizations. But how do you keep foresight fresh?
Join our host, global foresight leader Jo Lepore as she explores how to deploy foresight business-wide and sustain that future-led momentum. She is joined by a fellow...
Duration:00:34:57
24. Futures Business, Pt. 1: Making the Case for Foresight (Live from IIEX NA 2022)
5/18/2022
In an unpredictable world, the demand for strategic foresight is greater than ever. In a special live episode, recorded at IIEX (Insight and Innovation Exchange) in Austin, Texas in front of a live audience, we dive into the importance of practicing foresight to future-proof organizations. But how do you get started?
Learn from our host, global foresight leader Jo Lepore as she explores introducing and applying foresight to businesses not used to futures thinking. To discuss making the case...
Duration:00:36:23
07. Youth Values [Rebroadcast]
4/27/2022
This week, we're revisiting one of our favorite episodes from Season 2 of the show, in which Jo Lepore, Global Foresight Lead for North America, helps us explore youth values, behaviors, and tensions that will likely shape our future. What are the challenges and drivers of Gen Z, and how do they differ from previous generations?
Climate change, social issues, mental health, and real action to create change are common themes that are important to today’s youth. In this episode, Mark Adams...
Duration:00:37:08
23. Future of CX
3/30/2022
The consumer experience has been described in many different ways in the past. But in general, it's all about the interaction between the brand and consumers across the world and cultures. It's the journey towards seeking a great experience with the brand in question.
In this episode, our host, global foresight leader Sandeep Das invites exotic science experts Zoe Chance, Melina Palmer, and Marian St. Laurent into the discussion. They will explore key terms and concepts that will drive the...
Duration:00:28:42
22. Future of Work
2/28/2022
The COVID pandemic’s destructive nature has spared no one; nothing is for certain anymore. The world is fast-changing, and so are the attitudes, needs, and relationships we have with our jobs. We’ve been launched about five years into the future, work-wise — how do we keep up?
Join our host, global foresight leader Sophie Briercliffe, as she poses answers to the questions on everyone’s mind regarding remote work and emotional health, poly-work, and more. She is joined by two experts in the...
Duration:00:31:27
21. Into the Metaverse
1/19/2022
Technology is constantly evolving — the anomalous sci-fi scenes we used to witness in movies are slowly emerging in the real world.
One innovation that has recently dominated the global conversation is the growth and potential of the metaverse. But while the term has strongly made its way into the mainstream media, there is still a general confusion and hesitation surrounding it. What is the metaverse, really? And how can we as business leaders and brand owners adapt to this new...
Duration:00:30:40
20. Future of Insights
12/16/2021
It’s our last episode of 2021 and we are ending with a bang; confronting the reality and exploring the future of our very own Insights industry. Often viewed as working in a silo, drowning in data and at risk of being superseded by AI, always the groupie and never the rockstar … what role can and should Insights and Human Intelligence play in the business of the future?
Our host, global foresight leader Jo Lepore, invites three industry-recognized and respected Insights leaders to cover a...
Duration:00:45:42
19. Imaginative Futures
12/8/2021
Imagination can be so much more than just fantasizing and daydreaming. It’s a powerful tool to bring something tangible and positive into the world, and it can be an enabler of business transformation.
Join our host, global foresight leader, Jo Lepore, as she explores the potential for imaginative thinking to generate new possibilities for business growth.
Two imaginative and strategic minds join the conversation: Sarah Stringer, Executive Vice President of U.S. Media Partnerships at...
Duration:00:44:50
18. East & West Futures
11/23/2021
Today, we’re taking you on a trip around the world.
Join our hosts, global foresight leaders Jo Lepore, based in the US, and Lianne Kwan, based in China, as they explore the differences and similarities between East and West markets, and how key factors influence the growth, innovation and culture within them.
Joining the global conversation are two highly respected experts in the world of consumer behavior and marketing: Jidi Guo, Managing Partner at Inner Chapter from Shanghai; and...
Duration:00:43:20
17. Future of Europe
11/8/2021
As a collection of sovereign nations, the future of Europe depends on a complex balance of priorities across countries and collaboration on big socio-political issues. However, two areas where Europe comes together to drive the agenda Globally is on the subjects of sustainability and wellbeing.
Join our host, global foresight leader Sophie Briercliffe, as she explores the different factors and possible barriers that may make or break health, wellness and sustainability and how they will...
Duration:00:41:50
16. Macro Futures
10/20/2021
Today, we’re taking you higher, up to the macro themes influencing our world.
Join our host, global foresight leader Jo Lepore as she explores higher-level contextual themes through the cultural, technological and political macro forces.
Joining her are two respected experts in futurism: renowned futurist for the Fortune 200 and highly regarded original thinker Faith Popcorn – founder and CEO of BrainReserve. Alongside history, geo-politics and disruptive technology thought leader Jake...
Duration:00:44:14
15. Future of Emerging Markets
10/8/2021
With more than half of the world’s population living in cities like New Delhi, Mexico City, Beijing, São Paulo, and Kuala Lumpur, we’re taking a look at what’s driving the future of food in emerging markets.
Taking us on a journey of future food trends is our host, Sandeep Das, Global Foresight Lead, Emerging Markets at Mars Wrigley. Joining him are Blas Maquivar, President, Global Emerging Markets at Mars Wrigley, Food Futurist Tony Hunter, and Alki Manias, Executive Vice President of the...
Duration:00:43:34
14. Future of Impulse
9/16/2021
When you’re bored or frustrated, do you grab a snack? Scroll through your phone? In this episode, we discuss the foundational drivers of our human needs, the digital retail evolution, and how both of those things are changing our impulse behavior.
Co-hosts Jo Lepore and Sophie Briercliffe, Global Foresight Leads for North America and Europe, explore the future of impulse purchases and consumption with two experts on the topic - Hunter Thurman, President of neuroscience led research firm...
Duration:00:41:19
13. Future of America
8/31/2021
Welcome to the “Future of” series, our third season of the Future Imagined podcast where we focus on big strategic topics of future influence. We kick off by examining the motivation and meaning shaping America’s individual and shared societal values.
Our host, Jo Lepore, Global Foresight Lead for North America, explores what being happy, healthy, and heard means to Americans. And how consumer’s choices are influencing large-scale change.
Joining her is Anton Vincent, President of Mars...
Duration:00:44:48
12. Immersive Experiences
8/16/2021
As we close out Season 2 of the podcast, we’re diving into how technology has shaped the way brands acknowledge and cater to the uniqueness of each customer journey through immersive experiences.
Join our host Jo Lepore, Global Foresight Lead for North America, as she explores how brands might be telling stories in the future while connecting with our imaginations at the same time.
She’s invited top experts Adam Walker, Executive Director, Consumer Foresight & Market Exploration at The...
Duration:00:27:54
11. Local Action, Global Impact
7/27/2021
If there is one thing we’ve all felt in 2020 it’s the passionate lean in to support small business, locally made products and close to home communities. But how much of this is likely to stick through to the next decade, and what macro geopolitical and environmental macro forces will influence how it plays out?
Join our host Jo Lepore, Global Foresight Lead for North America, as she explores a not-so-subtle change taking place in the world – action taken at the local level, impacting the...
Duration:00:30:10
10. Mind Body Mood
7/13/2021
What is the future of wellness? Are consumers ready to adopt a holistic view of health and well-being? Today’s episode is hosted by Sophie Briercliffe, Global Associate Director of Foresight Europe.
Rod Falcon, research director for Institute for the Future opens up about the new transparency around health and mental health. Sarah Coghlan, of the Movember Foundation, shares what marketing and communications are most effective for wellness-specific messaging. Maneesh Kaushik of PepsiCo’s...
Duration:00:28:31