The Talent Show

Yasir Mirza, Head of Diversity & Inclusion at the Financial Times walks us through his career and experience embedding diversity and inclusion values across different organisations. Having faced diversity and inclusion struggles during his childhood and early life, he stresses the importance of having a strong D&I department that makes people connect with the mission of an organisation and...

Join Virginia Stagni as she sits down with the Global Head of Talent Acquisition at the Financial Times, Cherry Ainsworth, to explore the world of talent acquisition and recruitment. Gain a deeper understanding of the recruitment process, from CV writing to the final decision of a recruiter. Learn what makes a successful and appealing job application and how to showcase your skills and individuali...

James Fontanella is a journalist at the FT since 2005, currently based in New York. He leads the M&A Due Diligence newsletter - and knows everything about the most exciting upcoming deals on the market.  With 17 years of experience under his belt, James walks us through the crazy stories that moulded his career, and reveals the most important lessons that have enabled him to create and ma...

In this episode, you will have the opportunity to join Virginia Stagni as she interviews Marc Filippino, the renowned host of the Financial Times' most listened to podcast, "FT News Briefing." Not only will you learn about the ins and outs of becoming an audio journalist and mastering podcasting, but you will also gain valuable insight into how to follow your passion and heart in shaping your care...

After 34 years at the Financial Times, Michael Skapinker offers to the Talent Show an exclusive overview of his journey as a journalist. From being an FT reporter, senior editor and award-winning columnist, as well as an FT Weekend editor and management editor - Michael covers all aspects of journalism, and tells us all the behind-the-scenes in this exclusive interview. Throughout his career, he h...

Today we’re focusing on global strategy by talking with an expert who researches the challenges that multinational companies face when operating in different markets. This is for any listener who aspires to be a strategist, desires to work in different countries with different languages, and generally wants to better understand the world beyond their own country's borders. Here's our conversation...

Today we’re speaking to Hannes Wagner, Professor of Finance at Bocconi University and we discuss global finance, including corporate governance and social responsibility. This is for any listener who is fascinated by the powerful forces in finance and wishes to have the curtain pulled back on how they operate. Referenced links: https://www.hannesfwagner.com/research Looking for a new guide to driv...

Today we’re focusing on sustainability by talking to an expert who researches how companies can become more green, Stefano Pogutz, Professor of Sustainability Strategies and of Green Management at Bocconi University. This is for any listener who wants to better understand ESG and learn how business can go beyond greenwashing to build toward truly positive environmental change. Looking for a new gu...

Today we’re focusing on digital strategy by talking with a leader in the international streaming economy. This is for any listener who wants to develop as a strategist and gain the tools that will help them join the c-suite someday. Here's our conversation with Veronica Diquattro, CEO Global Markets at DAZN and Bocconi alumna. Looking for a new guide to drive innovation and change? The Talent Show...

Today we’re focusing on artificial intelligence by talking with an expert who researches the forefront of technological capabilities. This is for any listener who wants to better understand AI applications in business, where the field of AI is heading, and what breakthroughs may be right around the corner. Here's our conversation with Marc Mezard, Professor of the Department of Computing Sciences...

Today we’re focusing on the music industry by talking to a leader in the audio streaming economy, Federica Tremolada, Managing Director Southern & Eastern Europe at Spotify and Bocconi alumna. This is for any listener who has a passion for music and wants to understand where that industry is heading. Referenced links: EQUAL on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/genre/equal-page Looking for a new...

Today we’re focusing on leadership by talking with an expert who studies the art of managing teams built to succeed even in our high intensity and complicated world. We are speaking to Massimo Magni, Professor of Leadership and of Managing People in Organizations at Bocconi University. This is for any listener who wants to become a better leader, build stronger connections, and better understand t...

Today we’re focusing our gaze to the stars, as we're speaking with a space diplomat on the frontier of supporting space exploration. This is for any listener who loves space and wants to learn more about the space economy, diplomacy and career opportunities in this field. Here’s our conversation with Simonetta Di Pippo, Director of the Space Economy Evolution Lab at SDA Bocconi School of Managemen...

Gaia Rubera is a Professor of Social Media Marketing at Bocconi University.   Today we’re focusing on the field of marketing by talking with an expert who understands the emerging quantitative trends of the industry as well as how to use marketing in your everyday life. This is for any listener who wants to find a role in the marketing field, is curious about how brands influence them to buy...

Paola Cillo is a Professor of Marketing Creativity Innovation and Value Creation in Luxury Markets at Bocconi University   Today we’re focusing on the fashion industry and talk to Paola about how storied brands can continue making beautiful products that are also culturally relevant.  This is for any listener who loves dressing up, but is also interested in figuring out the language of f...

Francesco Grossetti is a Professor of Blockchain and Big Data for Business Decisions at Bocconi University. Today we're focusing on blockchain by talking with an expert who understands how complicated yet fascinating fields such as DeFi, data management systems, and cryptography can intersect.  This is for any listener who would like to pursue a career in the budding world of crypto, has a pa...

Simone Autera is a Professor of Cultural, Entertainment and Creative Industries at Bocconi University. He is an expert that focuses on the zeitgeist of emerging technologies and blends a focus on strategy with pop culture. We talk to him about understanding new trends, the attention economy, and how to become famous. Looking for a new guide to drive innovation and change? The Talent Show is a new...

Nico Valenti Gatto is Operating Director of B4i – Bocconi for Innovation, the Bocconi startup accelerator and pre-accelerator initiative. He has worked on innovation projects in companies across Europe and currently mentors entrepreneurs trying to build viable business models. We talk to him about creating companies, financing projects, and gaining a leg up in the startup community. Look...

Professor Aleksandra Torbica is a  Bocconi Professor and expert that has worked alongside politicians, financiers, and academics to create effective health and healthcare policy. We talk to her about careers in health, crafting policy that bridges between disciplines, and system thinking. Looking for a new guide to drive innovation and change? The Talent Show is a new podcast series from FT T...

Davide Grasso, Bocconi Alumnus and CEO of Maserati, is an expert in the automotive industry that also used to serve as Converse's CEO/President and Nike's Chief Marketing Officer. We talk to him about brand positioning, working with famous stakeholders, and how to drive fast yet sustainably. Looking for a new guide to drive innovation and change? The Talent Show is a new podcast series from FT Tal...

Davide Serra, Bocconi alumnus and founder and CEO of Algebris Investments, is an expert in the finance industry that founded his own global asset management company and advises world leaders on financial policy. We talk to him about breaking into the world of finance, what happens behind-the-scenes in banks, and how to predict macroeconomic events. Looking for a new guide to drive innovation and c...

Looking for a new guide to drive innovation and change? The Talent Show is a new podcast series from FT Talent, a hub of innovation from the Financial Times. Hosted by under 30s for under 30s around the world. This first season is in partnership with Bocconi University, a leading higher education institution of business and managerial advancement. In each episode we have important conversations fo...