Professional futurist and author Roger Spitz discusses the role and goals of a futurist in strategic planning. He emphasizes the importance of connecting current trends to future impacts, informing organizational decision-making. Spitz, known for his expertise in AI, delves into the concept of 'techistentialism' and shares insights on thriving in an unpredictable world.

In this episode, Roger Spitz, co-author of The Definitive Guide to Thriving on Disruption, talks about complex systems, futurism, and beaming power down from space. They also discuss the impact of automation on jobs, the role of regulators in addressing problems, China's control of 5G and 6G technology, advances in body-related technologies, digital twin technology, and the impact of AI on decision making.