Rapid Response

Signal Messenger President Meredith Whittaker makes it her business to push against surveillance in a BIG way. When is a time integrity came first in your career? Masters of Scale Summit is presented in alliance with Capital One Business. Watch Meredith's episode at the link in the comments. #MoSsummit #mastersofscale #signal #integrity #careeradvice

Rapid Response won Gold at this year’s Signal Awards in the business category! So grateful to work on this show every week with such a talented team. Special shoutout to our voice of the show (metaphorically and literally) Bob Safian. As well as our fearless leader Eve Troeh, esteemed producer Masha Makutonina and audio MVP Aaron Bastinelli . Lots of people touch this show in a ton of crucial ways from WaitWhat and we see you! Rapid Response is only getting bigger and better so watch this space 👀

Are you a Builder or are you a Destroyer? I just came back from attending the Masters of Scale Summit in #SanFrancisco, and I'm still processing the depth of these quick and fantastic two days. The conversations I had and the insights I gained have left a mark on my perspective, even as I fight through the fog of jet lag. Among the many powerful moments, one session stands out – a raw, honest dialogue hosted by Bob Safian on Rapid Response. It brought together two remarkable individuals: Erin Gore, CEO of World Central Kitchen, providing crucial food relief in Gaza and beyond, and Daniel Lubetzky of OneVoice Movement, who's dedicated to bringing Israelis and Palestinians together to find common ground. In every situation, in every conflict, Daniel said, we have a choice to make. We can either be builders or destroyers. Simple words, but they capture something we have all been struggling to articulate about our current moment. Looking around at our world, where social media algorithms feed our worst instincts and push us toward extremes, where toxic polarization tears at the fabric of our communities, I couldn't help but reflect on how often I've faced this choice myself – sometimes without even realizing it. He shared the 4 C's of a Builder's Mindset: - Curiosity to seek understanding beyond our echo chambers - Compassion to see the humanity in those we disagree with - Creativity to imagine solutions where others see only walls - Courage to stand firm against the tide of absolutist thinking I've been reflecting deeply on this and speaking to all my friends and colleagues about it. We're living in an age where extremists are winning not through the strength of their ideas, but through their ability to manipulate our emotions and hijack our attention. The algorithms that shape our digital lives aren't designed for nuance – they're designed for engagement, often at the cost of our shared humanity. When we embrace absolutist visions, we don't just create conflict – we become participants in the destruction of the very bridges we need to build. The harder path, the builder's path, requires us to resist the pull of easy answers and comfortable certainties. I promised myself to be more intentional about being a builder. The choice is ours to make, every single day. The Episode:

In this week’s Rapid Recap, we highlight some of the week's most pressing news impacting business, including: 🤖 The Biden administration’s AI guardrails  🚘 Waymo’s $5.6 billion push in autonomous ride-hailing  ☕ Starbucks’ strategic pivot under new leadership Keep pace with the critical shifts redefining global business!

"You don't burn down the building that you own." 🔥 Codie A. Sanchez, founder and CEO of Contrarian Thinking, joined Bob Safian on Rapid Response to talk about the generational tension between boomers and young people, misconceptions around wealth-building, and what she thinks anyone trying to get rich should be doing now. Watch at the link in the comments. #codiesanchez #contrarianthinking #wealth #success #entrepreneur #stock #daytrading #stockmarket

Check out new Rapid Response weekly recap - what’s most important to have on your radar NOW…! Thanks Colin Howarth Anya Profumo Alex Morris Masters of Scale

Leonardo da Vinci was ahead of his time, and Ken Burns is here to prove it 🎥 The legendary filmmaker joins Bob Safian on Rapid Response to discuss his upcoming project on da Vinci and the importance of creative integrity in the age of AI. Link in the comments to watch! #kenburns #movies #cinema #documentaries #filmmaker #davinci #leonardodavinci #films #arthistory

Welcome to the Rapid Recap, our new weekly download on all things business news 💼 This week: ☢️ Amazon’s investment in nuclear power 🏆 Inside the winners of the Nobel Prize in Economics 🤖 AI’s (unexpectedly positive) impact on Wikipedia Subscribe and never miss a beat on what’s happening in tech, finance, and beyond.

🍽️ How much should we tip? Legendary restauranteur and founder of Union Square Hospitality Group and Shake Shack, Danny Meyer returns to Rapid Response to discuss how customer expectations and experiences are changing with Bob Safian. He also shares his insights on challenging tipping norms, why he believes we’re in a golden age for new restaurants, and how AI will redefine hospitality. Plus: get his top tips for securing a reservation at those hard-to-get-into spots. Link in the comments to watch.

Will Wikipedia survive the AI revolution? According to CEO Maryana Iskander, Wikipedia, the Free Encyclopedia is only becoming more vital — even if it is becoming less visible. Iskander tells Bob about how human-edited Wikipedia is holding its ground against AI competitors, and her leadership strategy amid socio-technological transformation. Watch the full episode - link in the comments!