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Bonus: Peter Burling about sailing, risk and decision-making
How does the unpredictability of sailing compare to the challenges of investing? Peter Burling, the best sailor of all times, with three America's Cup victories, Olympic medals, and numerous world titles, shares insights on navigating risk, decision-making under pressure, and the importance of preparation.
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HIGHLIGHTS: Adena Friedman - CEO of Nasdaq
We've curated a special 10-minute version of the podcast for those in a hurry.
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Nasdaq CEO: Tech Innovation, Leadership and Fighting Financial Crime
Meet the woman leading the exchange where $30 trillion in market value trades. Adena Friedman takes us behind the scenes at Nasdaq, revealing how this iconic institution is reshaping global finance through technology.
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HIGHLIGHTS: Michael Dell
We've curated a special 10-minute version of the podcast episode with Michael Dell for those in a hurry.
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Michael Dell: Building a Tech Empire, Bold Business Moves and The Key To Winning
How did a teenager picking apart computers in his bedroom go on to build one of the largest technology companies in the world? In this episode, Nicolai Tangen sits down with Michael Dell to explore his extraordinary journey from founding Dell in his college dorm room to leading a global tech giant.
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HIGHLIGHTS: Daniel Pink
We've curated a special 10-minute version of the podcast for those in a hurry.
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Daniel Pink: Regrets, timing and the key to good breaks
In this episode of In Good Company, Nicolai Tangen and bestselling author Daniel Pink explore the themes of regret, motivation, timing and the science behind effective breaks.
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HIGHLIGHTS: Bob Iger - CEO of Disney
We've curated a special 10-minute version of the podcast for those in a hurry.
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Disney CEO: Legacy, creativity and the magic of storytelling
What is it that makes Disney so special? In this episode, Nicolai Tangen sits down with CEO Bob Iger, to explore the magic and legacy behind one of the world’s most beloved companies.
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HIGHLIGHTS: Thomas Schinecker - CEO of Roche
We've curated a special 10-minute version of the podcast for those in a hurry.
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Roche CEO: Future of cancer treatment, AI in medicine and trial challenges
What’s next for cancer treatment and personalized medicine? How is AI reshaping the future of drug discovery? And can Europe keep pace with China’s rapid rise in health care innovation? In this episode, Nicolai welcomes Thomas Schinecker, CEO of Roche, one of the world’s largest health care companies.
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HIGHLIGHTS: Marc Rowan – CEO of Apollo
We've curated a special 10-minute version of the podcast for those in a hurry.
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Apollo CEO: Private Markets, Investment Alpha and Risk Management
Nicolai Tangen meets with Marc Rowan, CEO and co-founder of Apollo Global Management, to discuss the rapidly evolving world of finance and explore what it takes to stay ahead in an industry full of risks.
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HIGHLIGHTS: Stan Druckenmiller
We've curated a special 10-minute version of the podcast for those in a hurry.
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Stan Druckenmiller: Inside the mind of a legendary investor
This week, Nicolai Tangen visits Stan Druckenmiller in New York – one of the most renowned investors of our time, known for his insights into macroeconomics and markets.
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HIGHLIGHTS: Peter Harrison - CEO of Schroders
This is a special 10-minute version of the podcast episode for those in a hurry.
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Schroders CEO: Navigating industry shifts, family ownership and embracing risk
In this episode, Nicolai sits down with Peter Harrison, CEO of Schroders, one of Europe’s largest asset managers with nearly 200 years of history.
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HIGHLIGHTS: Vinod Khosla
We've curated a special 10-minute version of the podcast for those in a hurry.
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Vinod Khosla: Future trends and the power of the improbable
Why is the improbable so important? Will robots replace human labor? And how will AI change the science of medicine? In this episode of In Good Company, Nicolai sits down with one of the most successful entrepreneurs and venture capital investors of all time, Vinod Khosla.
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HIGHLIGHTS: Jens Stoltenberg
We've curated a special 10-minute version for those of you who don't have time for a full episode.
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Jens Stoltenberg: Navigating global security, crisis leadership, and staying calm under pressure
In this episode, we are honored to welcome Jens Stoltenberg, who recently concluded his tenure after ten years as Secretary General of NATO.
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Rolls-Royce CEO Tufan Erginbilgic: Transforming an iconic brand, pioneering energy transition, and leading strategic initiatives
In this episode, Nicolai Tangen is joined by Tufan Erginbilgic, the CEO of Rolls-Royce, to discuss the transformation journey of this iconic company.
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SEB CEO and Vice Chair Investor AB: Marcus Wallenberg: Family, adaptability, and long-term stewardship
What is the key to sustaining a 175-year legacy in business? How do you adapt to dramatic technological changes over generations? In this episode, Nicolai sits down with Marcus Wallenberg, Chair of SEB and Vice Chair of Investor AB, to delve into the remarkable history and enduring influence of the Wallenberg family.
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Commissioner Margrethe Vestager: EU’s Top regulator on big tech, competition, and the future of AI
This week, Nicolai is joined by Margrethe Vestager, Europe’s leading enforcer of competition laws and the driving force behind high-profile cases against tech giants like Apple, Google and Meta.
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CATL CEO and founder Robin Zeng: The journey to market dominance and powering the future of batteries
In this episode, Nicolai is joined by Robin Zeng , founder and CEO of CATL, the world's largest battery producer.
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Co-Founder of Pixar, Ed Catmull: Fostering creativity, learning from mistakes, and Pixar’s unique culture
In this episode, Nicolai Tangen is joined by Ed Catmull, co-founder and former president of Pixar, and author of the highly acclaimed book "Creativity, Inc."
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Kinnevik CEO and Chair: Long-term mindset, innovation, and dealing with failures
In this episode, Nicolai is joined by Georgi Ganev, CEO, and James Anderson, Chair, of the Swedish investment company Kinnevik. Founded in 1936, Kinnevik has a rich history of driving growth and innovation across various industries, such as telecommunications, e-commerce, and healthcare. Tune in to this engaging discussion to learn more about Kinnevik's approach to long-term investments, their perspective on public versus private companies, and the challenges they are facing in the current market climate.
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Erin Meyer: Cross-cultural management, leadership and trust
How do cultural differences influence the way we interact and communicate? What defines an ideal organizational culture? And what influence have the Vikings had on Scandinavian corporate culture? In this episode, Nicolai welcomes Erin Meyer, a leading specialist in cross-cultural management and author of "The Culture Map". Erin shares fascinating insights into communication, the importance of understanding cultural nuances in feedback, and the varying ways trust is built across cultures. This episode is a deep dive into the complexities of cross-cultural interactions and offers valuable lessons for anyone working in a global environment.
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PG&E CEO Patricia Poppe: Joy in the workplace and Leading with love
The Californian energy company Pacific Gas & Electric Company (PG&E) serves millions of customers across the state. However, massive wildfires left the company in bits and pieces. A new CEO was appointed, Patricia Kessler Poppe, and she’s built the company up from bankruptcy to having millions of customers, with special emphasis on leading with love. But how well does that work in corporate America? Tune in!
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Jane Sun: Travel, crisis management and female leadership
When you are a travel company, how do you deal with a global pandemic? Trip.com CEO Jane Sun joins Nicolai Tangen in Oslo. They share their most memorable trips and experiences, and talk about corporate culture, AI in customer service, the travel industry and career building. Sun also shares her view on female leadership, and gender equality in the workplace. So how do you sell out around the world tickets for 200.000 US Dollars each, in 17 seconds? You have to tune in to find out!
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Magnus Carlsen: Chess, investing and strategic thinking
How can strategic thinking in chess be applied to investing? In this episode Magnus Carlsen and Nicolai Tangen discuss the comparison between business investing and chess. They also talk about risk, how to recover after losses, AI in chess, strategizing against different opponents and how to always explore and stay curious. Magnus also reflects on self-doubt and the power of optimism in achieving success. Don’t miss this engaging episode with the world's greatest chess player. Tune in!
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David Epstein: The power of generalists
In this episode of In Good Company, Nicolai welcomes David Epstein, author of the book Range, which challenges conventional wisdom and illustrates why generalists often thrive in a specialized world. David shares his insights on the advantages of being a generalist, the importance of a sampling period, how embracing diversity and unconventional thinking can help teams and organizations innovate and stay ahead, and much more. Tune in to discover how being a generalist can benefit your personal and professional development!
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Dario Amodei CEO of Anthropic: Claude, new models, AI safety and economic impact
How much bigger and more powerful will the next AI models be? Anthropic’s CEO, Dario Amodei, joins Nicolai in Oslo to discuss the latest advancements in AI, the economic impact of this technology, and the importance of responsible scaling. Dario also shares his excitement about the upcoming models and his thoughts on who will profit the most from AI in the future. Don’t miss this enlightening conversation about the cutting-edge developments in AI. Tune in!
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Exor CEO John Elkann: Family ownership, football and Ferrari
In this episode, Nicolai sits down with John Elkann, CEO of Exor, to discuss the history of the holding company, the importance of family ownership, and the focus on long-term value creation. Exor, controlled by the Agnelli family, has companies like Ferrari, Stellantis, Philips, and the Italian football club Juventus in its portfolio. Altogether, we own shares worth 34 billion Norwegian kroner in the fund. Tune in for an inspiring conversation on leadership, legacy, and the art of building great companies!
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Howard Marks: Oaktree Capital, Investment philosophy, risk and randomness
How can you judge the quality of a decision? Howard Marks is the co-founder of Oaktree Capital and one of the world's most respected investors. In this episode he tells us about how he got started in finance, his investment philosophy, his thoughts on risk management and much more. Tune in for an insightful conversation with one of the greatest minds in the world of finance.
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Adobe CEO: Creativity, innovation and unreasonable expectations
How can setting unreasonable expectations lead to innovation and success? In this episode, Shantanu Narayen, the CEO of Adobe, shares how early mentorship experiences shaped his approach to leadership. Nicolai and Shantanu also discuss the impact of AI on creativity, the founders' lasting influence on Adobe's culture, Shantanu's upbringing in India, the importance of education and how he never takes no for an answer. Tune in!
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Cal Newport: How to eliminate distractions and stay focused
What is deep work, and why is it important? Cal Newport is known for his work on productivity and focus, and in this episode, he shares his best advise on how to eliminate distractions and getting things done. Cal and Nicolai also discuss the myths of multitasking, whether four-day work weeks are beneficial and the importance of respecting your attention. Tune in and focus on the valuable insights from computer science professor and best-selling author Cal Newport!
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Atlas Copco CEO: Culture, performance, mistakes and accountability
Why does the Swedish company Atlas Copco produce some of the best CEOs in the world? After 7 years in charge, Mats Rahmström has now stepped down as CEO. In this episode, he talks to Nicolai about excellent leadership, the unique corporate culture at Atlas Copco, his biggest mistake, high expectations for employees and how to maintain speed in the organization. Tune in!
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Porsche and Volkswagen CEO: Leadership, iconic cars & Chinese competition
Join us for an exciting drive with Oliver Blume, the CEO of Porsche & Volkswagen! Oliver talks about his love of cars, the magic of the Porsche 911, Chinese competition in the EV market and how he splits his time leading two companies. When Porsche got listed in 2022, we were a cornerstone investor, and today we own over 1 percent of Porsche and Volkswagen. We are in the race together, so let us go for a ride.
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Rachel Botsman: How to build and maintain trust
What is trust, and why is it so easy to tear down? In this episode, world leading expert on trust, Rachel Botsman, addresses the challenges of building and maintaining trust. Nicolai and Rachel explore the key moments that foster trust and the essential elements of building strong, enduring relationships in today's digital world.
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Citadel Founder and CEO: Investing, innovation, culture, and politics
Since founding Citadel in 1990, Ken Griffin has become one of the most successful investors of all time. In this episode, Ken shares his journey from starting Citadel after university, to leading the world's most successful hedge fund. He also shares valuable advice on politics and maintaining resilience in a volatile economic landscape.
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Marc Andreessen live at our Investment Conference: AI, disruption, US vs. Europe and making money
Marc Andreessen, a pioneering Silicon Valley entrepreneur and co-founder of the influential venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz, talks to Nicolai Tangen at our annual investment conference. In this engaging conversation, he shares insights on how to make money in today's economy, the global AI race, the competitiveness between Europe and the US, and much more.
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Shell CEO: Energy, security, transition and leadership
Wael Sawan is a Lebanese Canadian business executive who became CEO of Shell in 2023. He shares unique insights into navigating the complex landscape of energy transition, aiming for sustainability while meeting global energy demands. In this episode, Wael also shares his personal story and advice to young people.
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Sal Khan CEO & Founder of Khan Academy: Personalized education, AI and the drive to learn
In this bonus episode, Sal talks about how he revolutionized global education with his innovative approach to learning. His videos have educated millions across the globe. Sal also shares his journey from hedge funds to educational philanthropy and discusses the transformative power of AI in education.
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Elon Musk: AI, Space, free speach, leadership and hardcore
This conversation was recorded live on X Spaces on Monday 8 April. Elon shares unique insight into the future of AI, space, social media and why his companies are so successful. What’s the secret sauce? You don’t want to miss this one!
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Alibaba co-founder and Chair: China, Jack Ma, AI and basketball
Joe Tsai is chair and co-founder of Alibaba, one of the world’s largest companies with over a billion consumers. Joe shares unique insight in the Chinese economy and consumer, how he met Jack Ma, and how far behind China is from the US when it comes to AI development. Joe is also a huge sports fan and owns the NBA basketball team Brooklyn Nets. We own almost 2 percent of the company, and it's one of our largest holdings in Asia. So, a lot to talk about, tune in!
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DoorDash co-Founder and CEO: food delivery, first order and hard work
Tony Xu founded this company as a student and has since transformed it into a global leader in food delivery. Tony shares unique insights into how he made DoorDash a success, his vision for the future of delivery, the war on bits and atoms, and how to organize the physical world. Join us as we explore the world of DoorDash with the very impressive CEO.
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RBI CEO and Chair: Burger King, coffee, speed and trust
Today’s guests; Josh Kobza and Patrick Doyle, the CEO and Executive Chair of Restaurant Brands International, one of the world’s largest fast-food companies. They own Burger King, Tim Hortons, Firehouse, and Popeyes. In other words, they sell billions of burgers, coffees, chickens and sandwiches every year. Josh and Patrick discuss trends in the industry, how they work together, the link between trust and speed, and much more.
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Microsoft CEO: AI, chip shortage, empathy and poetry
Satya Nadella, CEO of Microsoft shares his unique insight into AI, chip shortage, the importance of empathy and effective leadership.
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Northvolt CEO: Batteries, sustainability, Elon Musk and speed
Peter Carlsson is steering the Swedish battery developer and manufacturer towards sustainable battery production. Northvolt is constructing one of Europe's largest battery factories, in a very competitive landscape with strong competition from China. Check out Peter’s visionary and bold approach, what we learned from his time at Tesla with Elon Musk and much more.
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UBS CEO: Surprise comeback, Credit Suisse, and winning
Sergio Ermotti's returned as CEO with the bank's historical acquisition of their main rival Credit Suisse, a landmark event in global finance. Sergio shares why he wanted to come back to UBS, his biggest challenges as new CEO, how he aims to integrate the two banks, and why Credit Suisse failed.
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London Stock Exchange Group CEO: Leadership, CEO pay and busting silos
Founded in 1801, LSEG has been at the forefront of financial markets for centuries, surviving world wars. Now it’s a global financial powerhouse. David Schwimmer, their CEO, is a New Yorker with a rich academic background from Yale, Harvard and a 20-year tenure at Goldman Sachs from Moscow to London. Join us for an insightful conversation with David on navigating LSEG through the complexities of modern financial markets and shaping the future of global finance.
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Annie Duke: Quitting, Bill Gates and poker
In the face of tough decisions, we’re terrible quitters. And that is significantly holding us back. In this episode, Annie Duke blends her experience at the poker table with her academic background, offering unique insights into the human psyche, decision-making and quitting.
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Rentokil Initial CEO: Pest Control, AI and dealmaking
In this episode, we delve into the world of pest control with Andy Ransom, CEO of Rentokil. Andy has steered Rentokil to become a global leader in pest control. We'll explore how climate change is reshaping pest control across the world and the unique challenges facing the industry. Plus, don't miss Andy sharing his craziest pest control story. Join us for an insightful discussion that goes beyond just bugs and rats.
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Domino's CEO: Pizza, pineapple and courage
Domino's was founded in 1960 by two brothers. Now they are the largest pizza company in the world, serving over 1 million people daily across 20,000 locations globally. Their CEO Russell Weiner talks about what makes a good pizza, their unique marketing campaigns, new delivery trends, and can you have pineapple on a pizza?
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Siemens CEO: Automation, digital twin and grit
Siemens has played an important role in shaping the technological evolution of Europe, and beyond. Their impressive CEO, Roland Busch, shares his rise to the top, leadership principles, and also discuss the new trends in automation, digitisation, and AI.
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Citi CEO: Restructuring, leadership, and empathy
Jane Fraser is a leading figure in global finance and the first woman to head a major US bank. At Citigroup, she has been a force of change, steering the bank through big restructuring. In this episode, she delves into her strategies for steering a multinational bank, her vision for Citigroup's future, and the key traits of effective leadership.
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Live podcast with Daniel Ek Founder & CEO Spotify: The future of audio, AI in music and motivation
Daniel Ek shares the unique story of how Spotify revolutionized the music industry, the future of audio, the impact of AI and his approach to leadership and building a strong corporate culture.
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Volvo Chair: Leadership, crisis management and CEO vs. Chair
Carl-Henric Svanberg’s story is as fascinating as it is inspiring. From his humble beginnings in a small village in Sweden, Svanberg rose to become a significant figure in the global corporate arena. He has led companies like Assa Abloy, Ericsson, bp and Volvo through some of their most challenging and transformative periods. In this episode, we'll delve into Carl-Henric Svanberg's leadership philosophy and strategies. We'll explore how he approaches the challenges of steering global giants through challenges and crisis.