The Next Stage podcast by Web Summit

Our next podcast features an adventurer who could be straight out of a book.  Vice president of environmental affairs at Patagonia, mountaineer and environmentalist Rick Ridgeway has scaled peaks across the planet, but says humanity faces a taller challenge tackling climate change.  Rick explores why it’s so important for entrepreneurs globally to focus solely on their environmental practices. &qu...

The UK has left the EU – now what?  Michel Barnier, the European Commission's head of the UK task force, is charged with handling the separation proceedings, and gives us an in-depth look at what we can expect for Europe in the near future. "The best technology conference on the planet". Follow us on Twitter , Instagram and Linkedin .

Our next talk features the co-founder of one of the most innovative payments companies in the world.  John Collison founded Stripe, with his brother Patrick, back in 2009 and since then they’ve overseen a meteoric rise that has made them one of the biggest unicorns in America.  Here he is speaking at our Asian event RISE with Arbor Ventures' Melissa Guzy about the company’s journey and Stripe...

Today, we’re releasing some bonus content to give you a sneak peak at some of the goings on at our new online event, Collision from Home. On February 2, 2020, Laurent Duvernay-Tardif helped the Kansas City Chiefs win the Super Bowl. Fast forward to today, and he's facing a far more difficult challenge:  Laurent is the NFL's only qualified doctor is currently working at a long-term care c...

This week we hear from comedian, writer, podcast host and actor, Hannibal Burress. Hannibal joined us on Centre Stage of RISE to talk about his journey in creating content, staying humble and delving into gaming, investing and even the cannabis business. "The best technology conference on the planet". Follow us on Twitter , Instagram and Linkedin .

This week we have an interview with the charismatic founder and CEO of beloved gaming company Razer – Min-Liang Tan.  The startup's latest trajectory is not a route taken by most -- moving from being a static provider of hardware to software, services and payments courtesy of a partnership with Tencent.  Listen in as Min-Liang talks about taking mobile gaming to the next level. "The best...

Our next speaker is one of the world’s most prominent climate advocates, a former US Vice President, and an investor in green technologies.  Al Gore closed out Web Summit 2017 with this keynote speech that educated and inspired the audience, earning a standing ovation from the Centre Stage crowd. "The best technology conference on the planet". Follow us on Twitter , Instagram and Linkedi...

Our next panel delves into what it means to be authentic and influential in the age of social media.  Social media influencer Jenna Marbles joins our panel to give us an insight into some of the decisions that need to be made when running influential channels. "The best technology conference on the planet". Follow us on Twitter , Instagram and Linkedin .

Comedy writing isn’t easy, and for those in the industry spreading laughter on social media is a tricky business.  In our next talk, comedian and producer David Schneider shares his insights on the value of humor in social media. "The best technology conference on the planet". Follow us on Twitter , Instagram and Linkedin .

One thing we’ve all been missing during this pandemic has been live music, but tech may have a solution.  Virtual reality has come on in leaps and bounds, and this next talk looks at the potential for VR and live music.  This panel consists of DJ Roller of Nextvr, David Haines of Vortex VR, Mike Shinoda & Joe Hahn of Linkin Park with Alex Needham of The Guardian. "The best technology conf...

This week's episode features a name that’s synonymous with luxury the world over.  Nadja Swarovski is a member of the Executive Board of the company founded by her great-great-grandfather in 1895.  Nadja joined us at Web Summit 2018 to talk about what it's like managing a legacy brand, with creative consultant Mimma Viglezio. "The best technology conference on the planet". Foll...

In this week's episode we have NFL Hall of Fame quarterback, Brett Favre, in conversation with Sqor Sports founder Brian Wilhite, and Bryan Armen Graham from The Guardian. In this talk from Collision 2016, the panel discussed managing your brand, starting a social media platform, and competing with the big players. https://collisionconf.com/ "The best technology conference on the planet&...

This week's episode features NFL Hall of Famer, Terrell Owens, in conversation with SB Nation's Elena Bergeron. They discuss setbacks, transitioning from football to business, and what he looks for when investing.  https://collisionconf.com/ "The best technology conference on the planet". Follow us on Twitter , Instagram and Linkedin .

In this week's episode we have four-time Tour de France winner, Chris Froome, breaking down his career and the lessons along the way.  Joined on stage at Web Summit 2016 by reporter Karen Tso, Chris gives us an insight into what it's like to be at the top of the field, and the work it takes to stay there.  "The best technology conference on the planet". Follow us on Twitter , I...

In this week’s episode of The Next Stage podcast by Web Summit, we discuss the most divisive and talked about man on the planet - US President Donald Trump In November of this year, The people of the United States will cast their vote and decide on their next president, with the polls getting their prediction so wrong last time out. Dubbed by many as the election which will define a generation, th...

The WWE has embraced female sport like no other organisation and the Chief Brand Officer of the WWE, Stephanie McMahon, sat down with Kurt Wagner at Centre Stage of Web Summit 2018 to tell us how this initiative continues to remain a priority for the organisation. "The best technology conference on the planet". Follow us on Twitter , Instagram and Linkedin .

In this week’s episode we hear from the director general of Ajax, giving his opinion on how to market the biggest sport on earth - football.  Edwin has had the task of marketing one of the most illustrious teams in any sport, the Man United and Dutch footballing great took to the stage at Web Summit 2015 alongside BBC broadcaster Ben Smith to discuss his role at Ajax and the global football commun...

From air hostessing for Aer Lingus to faking stunts for the hit TV show Vikings, this week’s episode has quite a story to tell. From Centre Stage of Web Summit 2019, Becky Lynch, the WWE superstar, talks about her route to the top of the wrestling world and the challenges she had to overcome.  Becky also goes through the thought process behind the personal branding masterclass that brought about h...

We all have a universal understanding that visuals such as red denotes danger, a green man on a traffic light means it’s safe to cross, and a skeleton skull on a bottle of unknown liquid means poison.  When it comes to design, communication is immediate; it’s easy and transcendent. But other than simply being consumers of design, Canva CEO and co-founder Melanie Perkins poses a question - can we e...

In this week's episode we’ll be hearing from entrepreneur and founding CEO of digital banking startup Revolut, Nikolay Storonsky. Nikolay took  to the stage at Web Summit 2019 to discuss finance in all it’s forms, the future for digital banking and the what the future holds for Revolut it’s competitors. "The best technology conference on the planet". Follow us on Twitter , Instagram...

This week we wrestle with the topic of cyber security.  From Web Summit 2018, Meet the defender of the Democratic party in the cyber war against hackers, Raffi Krikorian as he and Sam Biddle of the intercept ask the question: “ How can we defend democracy against cyber attacks?”  Be sure to learn more about #CollisionfromHome "The best technology conference on the planet". Follow us on T...

In today’s episode we focus on the rise of the celebrity activist.  Why do big names and brands lend their support to a cause and ultimately does their involvement make a difference? In conversation with Matthew Garrahan of Financial Times, Studio One Eighty Nine’s Rosario Dawson discusses this from Centre Stage of Web Summit 2017 "The best technology conference on the planet". Follow us...

In this week’s episode we hear from a french footballing icon.  From Centre Stage Web Summit 2019, the Global Ambassador for Common Goal Eric Cantona alongside CEO Jürgen Griesbeck discuss the 1% that can change the world and highlights how helping a little can actually help a lot.  www.collisionconf.com "The best technology conference on the planet". Follow us on Twitter , Instagram and...

With the recent global spread of COVID-19 organisations around the world have started to adopt working from home policies. Is this a functional long term strategy for both employer and employee? Stephen Cummins talks remote as a Service and the rise of the 100% remote worker companies. Will working remotely help disrupt on-premise people in traditional shared offices too? Can 100% remote companies...

In this week’s episode we look back to Centre Stage of Web Summit 2014 to hear from Hollywood superstar Eva Longoria in conversation with Jemima Khan.  In this fireside, Eva talks about her late start in Hollywood, juggling her family commitments with Desperate Housewives while also attending night school to get her Masters. "The best technology conference on the planet". Follow us on Tw...