The Global Edge with Sophie Krantz

This podcast episode emphasizes that significant innovations can come from ordinary people outside of Silicon Valley and big corporations. Building on work by Global Strategist, Sophie Krantz, the podcast hosts argues that in the digital age, anyone with an internet connection can revolutionize an industry because passion, perspective, and drive are more important than vast resources or elite educ...

This podcast episode focuses on the importance of ambition and challenging conventional wisdom to achieve groundbreaking results , building on work by Global Strategist, Sophie Krantz. The episode uses the story of Katalin Karikó, winner of the 2023 Nobel Prize in Medicine, to illustrate this concept. Karikó faced many setbacks in her career, including being ousted from her research position at th...

This podcast explores the changing landscape of global power in light of major demographic shifts and technological advancements. The discussion stems from the work of Global Strategist Sophie Krantz and examines the growing influence of a young workforce in low- and middle-income countries, contrasting with the aging populations of developed nations. Key insights from the podcast include: * UN po...

This podcast discusses how women’s voices are being silenced in various ways, particularly in Afghanistan, and how digital platforms can empower any marginalised individuals around the world to amplify their voices and reach global audiences. The podcast draws on the work of Sophie Krantz, a Global Strategist focusing on the theme “Be Heard Where It Counts.” It highlights the contrast between the...

This podcast explores the importance of a global worldview for leaders in today’s rapidly changing world, building on work by Global Strategist, Sophie Krantz. It draws inspiration from Ferdinand Magellan’s circumnavigation of the globe 500 years ago, an achievement that transformed humanity’s understanding of the world and opened up new possibilities. The podcast argues that, much like Magellan’s...

This podcast builds on the work of Global Strategist Sophie Krantz, who emphasizes the power of finding possibility where most see problems . Millions of displaced people, like Kholoud from Syria, have been forced to flee their homes due to conflict, violence, and human rights violations. These individuals face immense challenges, but they also possess great potential. This podcast will explore ho...

This podcast builds on work conducted by Global Strategist, Sophie Krantz, exploring lesser-known innovation hubs around the world, challenging the notion that innovation is limited to places like Silicon Valley. The discussion will be based on the Global Innovation Index (GII) 2023 , highlighting cities that are driving progress in unexpected ways. The podcast will journey through various cities:...

This podcast episode centres around the work of Global Strategist Sophie Krantz, who argues that “where you go shapes your future” . The episode highlights how companies like Netflix and Dyson have successfully leveraged international markets to boost innovation and revenue growth. The discussion builds on Steve Blank’s advice to entrepreneurs to “get out of the building” , emphasizing the importa...

This podcast discusses the power of challenging assumptions for breakthroughs, building on the work of Global Strategist Sophie Krantz. The podcast argues that global access to emerging technologies empowers individuals to innovate outside traditional centres of discovery, fostering unexpected breakthroughs and commercial growth. The podcast uses three examples to illustrate this point: * Laura O’...

This podcast explores work by Global Strategist, Sophie Krantz, on global digital platforms and shifting consumer preferences that allow businesses to focus on opportunities rather than geographic limits. Flexible workforces and emerging technologies enhance this adaptability. This podcast explores how digital technologies have enabled businesses to shift from a geography-based approach to an oppo...

This podcast episode focuses on the Profit+ model , developed by Global Strategist Sophie Krantz, which combines profit with purpose in a practical way. It argues that while many leaders talk about purpose, profit often remains the priority in the current economic climate. The episode begins by acknowledging the criticism surrounding profit-driven capitalism. However, it stresses that profit is cr...

This podcast draws on work by Global Strategist, Sophie Krantz, on the economic potential in often-overlooked areas of innovation. The World Intellectual Property Organization’s Global Innovation Index (GII) 2024 highlights the significant economic contribution of social enterprises and entrepreneurs. The report reveals that up to 11 million social enterprises and 30 million social entrepreneurs c...

The global landscape of power and influence is changing, and business leaders need to adapt to maximise opportunities. In this podcast, based on work by Global Strategist, Sophie Krantz, here’s why and how: The Rise of Middle Powers: Emerging economies like India, Indonesia, Brazil, South Africa, Turkey, and Nigeria are gaining significant economic and geopolitical influence. Their combined GDP, a...

This pocast looks at who to know when you are playing to win from 2025 to 2050 as the global economy doubles. Who will be friend, who will be foe? It is based on published work by Global Strategist, Sophie Krantz. This podcast discusses how to achieve long-term success in a rapidly changing global economy . The episode emphasizes that fixating on current geopolitical alliances and labeling countri...

This podcast will explore how businesses can leverage intangible assets for global expansion, based on work by Global Strategist, Sophie Krantz. The podcast will cover the following topics: * The Pink Lady apple was initially grown in Australia and exported internationally. This model presented challenges such as long lead times and reliance on intermediaries. * To overcome these challenges, the P...

In this podcast we explore emergent possibility through the use of new digital maps. They allow us to see the world differently, and create and capture value creatively. Stop looking at the world as static and unchanging. The traditional political world map with its fixed borders doesn’t represent the dynamic transformations shaping our future. We need to move beyond this limited perspective and a...

This podcast discusses the importance of de-risking and diversifying businesses in today’s interconnected and volatile world, based on writings of Global Strategist, Sophie Krantz. The episode emphasises that expecting stability is a risky delusion and businesses should look beyond borders and traditional business models for long-term resilience. Key points covered in the podcast include: * The be...

Welcome to the podcast. Yes, the AI guy sounds uncertain. Yet, I’m certain that leveraging 25 shifts will positively impact leaders. In a world increasingly defined by interconnectedness, it’s more critical than ever for leaders to adapt and embrace a global perspective. This podcast explores 25 key shifts shaping how leaders think, act and lead in 2025 and beyond. While some world leaders cling t...

Laura O’Sullivan , was a 16-year-old student from Cork in Ireland, when she developed an innovative cervical cancer detection system. This was driven by her interest in artificial intelligence and machine learning. Self-taught through online learning platforms like Coursera and edX, Laura used convolutional neural networks (CNNs) to analyze cervical smear images. By training these networks on a pu...