Talks at GS

In this episode, Major League Baseball Commissioner Robert Manfred discusses his efforts to bring new energy and enthusiasm to baseball among fans and the next generation of players, and the ways in which technology and data analytics are helping to modernize the sport. The interview is moderated by Goldman Sachs' Dave Dase.    Date: April 17, 2019 This podcast should not be copied, distributed, p...

In this episode, filmed at the Builders + Innovators Summit in Asia, Paytm Founder and CEO Vijay Shekhar Sharma discusses how the mobile payments company has helped transform the economy in India and what is next in the digital ecosystem for consumers. The interview is moderated by Goldman Sachs' Dan Dees. Date: April 17, 2019 This podcast should not be copied, distributed, published or reproduced...

In this episode, filmed at the Builders + Innovators Summit in Asia, Hillhouse Capital Founder and CEO Lei Zhang discusses the business landscape in Asia and his outlook on the future of entrepreneurship. The interview is moderated by Goldman Sachs' Stephanie Hui.      Date: April 16, 2019 This podcast should not be copied, distributed, published or reproduced, in whole or in part, or disclosed by...

In this episode, filmed at the Builders + Innovators Summit in Asia, Joseph Tsai discusses how Alibaba thinks about expanding its ecosystem of businesses beyond ecommerce and the opportunities of the digital economy from retail to cloud computing. The interview is moderated by Goldman Sachs' Chairman and Chief Executive Officer David Solomon. Date: April 16, 2019 This podcast should not be copied,...

In this episode, David W. Blight discusses his Pulitzer Prize-winning biography of Frederick Douglass, Douglass’s path from slave to statesman, and why his ideas about freedom, equality and the promise of American idealism feel distinctly modern today. The interview is moderated by Goldman Sachs' Erika Irish Brown. Date: April 15, 2019 This podcast should not be copied, distributed, published or r...

In this episode, Mastercard President and CEO Ajay Banga shares his insights on leading and driving growth in a digital-first world, the challenges of cyber security and why a shift towards a cashless society will help drive financial inclusion. The interview is moderated by Goldman Sachs' Harit Talwar. Date: April 5, 2019 This podcast should not be copied, distributed, published or reproduced, in...

In this episode, Dame Ellen MacArthur discusses her world record-breaking sailing career and her current efforts to create a more “circular” economy, where resources and power recirculate and regenerate to eliminate plastic waste and pollution. The interview is moderated by Goldman Sachs' Dermot McDonogh.  Date: March 29, 2019 This podcast should not be copied, distributed, published or reproduced...

In this episode, fashion designer Anya Hindmarch discusses the innovation driving her fashion business, the storytelling in her designs and how technology continues to change the way she markets her products to the consumer. The interview is moderated by Goldman Sachs' Niharika Cabiallavetta.  Date: March 28, 2019 This podcast should not be copied, distributed, published or reproduced, in whole or...

In this episode, oncologist and bioethicist Dr. Zeke Emanuel discusses the ongoing debate over the Affordable Care Act, his ideas on regulating drug prices and the reforms that he believes could transform the way health care is delivered. The interview is moderated by Goldman Sachs' Rob Mass. Date: March 26, 2019 This podcast should not be copied, distributed, published or reproduced, in whole or...

In this episode, Brig. Gen. Jeannie M. Leavitt discusses being the first female fighter pilot in the US Air Force and her efforts to create a more balanced and diverse military to confront the challenges of a shifting international security landscape. The interview is moderated by Goldman Sachs' Asahi Pompey.   Date: March 26, 2019 This podcast should not be copied, distributed, published or repro...

In this episode, David Wallace-Wells, deputy editor of New York Magazine, discusses the growing threat of climate change as told through his book, The Uninhabitable Earth: A Story of the Future, and his ideas on how to combat it. The interview is moderated by Goldman Sachs' Sarah Brungs. Date: March 22, 2019 This podcast should not be copied, distributed, published or reproduced, in whole or in pa...

In this episode, US Senator Doug Jones of Alabama discusses the 1963 16th Street Baptist Church bombing in Birmingham, his work in pursuing convictions against two of the perpetrators decades later and his efforts to find middle ground in American politics. The interview is moderated by Goldman Sachs' Michael Paese. Date: March 19, 2019 This podcast should not be copied, distributed, published or...

In this episode, historian Evan Thomas discusses the life and legacy of Justice Sandra Day O’Connor, including her role as the Supreme Court’s “swing vote” for nearly a quarter of a century on some of the most significant and divisive issues of our time. The interview is moderated by Goldman Sachs' Esta Stecher. This podcast should not be copied, distributed, published or reproduced, in whole or i...

In this episode, Accenture North America CEO Julie Sweet discusses her path from practicing attorney to corporate leader and her perspectives on the most significant trends driving the technological transformation of the economy – from AI to 5G. The interview is moderated by Goldman Sachs' John Waldron. This podcast should not be copied, distributed, published or reproduced, in whole or in part, o...

In this episode, investor and philanthropist Jean Case discusses the evolution of the internet since the early days of America Online, her views on the state of the technology industry and her new book, Be Fearless. The interview is moderated by Goldman Sachs' John F. W. Rogers. Date: March 14, 2019 This podcast should not be copied, distributed, published or reproduced, in whole or in part, or di...

In this episode, retired US Marine Corps general and former White House Chief of Staff John Kelly reflects on his tenure in the Trump administration, the future of the US-China relationship and his views on drug enforcement policy. The interview is moderated by Goldman Sachs' Russell Horwitz. This conversation was filmed during the 2019 Goldman Sachs Global Macro Conference in New York City. Date:...

In this episode, New York Times Op-Ed columnist Bret Stephens discusses his conservative perspective at the paper and why he believes strong democracies are fueled by healthy disagreement. The interview is moderated by Goldman Sachs' Jake Siewert. Date: March 4, 2019 This podcast should not be copied, distributed, published or reproduced, in whole or in part, or disclosed by any recipient to any o...

In this episode, Warby Parker co-Founders and co-CEOs Neil Blumenthal and Dave Gilboa discuss growing the eyewear brand with a focus on social impact and how they've combined technology and in-store interaction to create a distinct customer experience. The interview is moderated by Goldman Sachs' Rob Sweeney. February 26, 2019 This podcast should not be copied, distributed, published or reproduced...

In this episode, Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban discusses his journey from humble beginnings to self-made billionaire, the strategy behind his successful business ventures and the challenges and opportunities of owning a sports franchise. The interview is moderated by Goldman Sachs' Brian Levine. Date: January 29, 2019 This podcast should not be copied, distributed, published or reproduced, in...

In this episode, author Gilbert King discusses his work uncovering one of the darkest, nearly forgotten moments in the history of the civil rights movement and the role Thurgood Marshall played in championing racial equality in the U.S. The interview is moderated by Goldman Sachs' Dane Holmes. Date: February 5, 2019 This podcast should not be copied, distributed, published or reproduced, in whole...

In this episode, Salesforce Chairman and Co-CEO Marc Benioff discusses how AI is transforming the tech industry and beyond, the importance of leading with trust, and why business is the greatest platform for change. The interview is moderated by Goldman Sachs' David Solomon. Date: February 14, 2019 This podcast should not be copied, distributed, published or reproduced, in whole or in part, or dis...

In this episode, geopolitical expert Parag Khanna gives his perspective on the rise of Asia, U.S. policy towards China and his prediction that the 'Asianization' of Asia will lead to greater economic, political and social coherence across the region. The interview is moderated by Goldman Sachs' Joseph Konzelmann. Date: February 6, 2019 This podcast should not be copied, distributed, published or r...

In this episode, social entrepreneur and CNN host Van Jones discusses his recent work to build bipartisan consensus for criminal justice reform in America and what it means for the future of the justice system and race relations in the country. The interview is moderated by Goldman Sachs' Margaret Anadu. Date: February 11, 2019 This podcast should not be copied, distributed, published or reproduce...

In this episode, architect Daniel Libeskind discusses the perseverance, collaboration and creative process that define his iconic structures, which include the Jewish Museum in Berlin and the master plan for the World Trade Center. The interview is moderated by Goldman Sachs' Stefan Bollinger. Date: February 13, 2019 This podcast should not be copied, distributed, published or reproduced, in whole...

In this episode, professional baseball player Christian Yelich discusses his evolution as a player from being drafted in 2010 to his 2018 MVP season, how he shapes his brand off the field and the future of Major League Baseball. The interview is moderated by Goldman Sachs' Nicole Pullen Ross. Date: January 25, 2019 This podcast should not be copied, distributed, published or reproduced, in whole o...