On today's episode, Damian talks to Eli Pariser, author of The Filter Bubble and co-founder of New Public, about designing digital public spaces for the future. Using examples from across the globe, Eli imagines how online communities can work on bringing people closer together instead of driving us further apart.Influence is a production of WeTransfer, produced in association with Reasonable Volume. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this revealing conversation with Damian, Brittany Kaiser shares what happened behind closed doors at Cambridge Analytica. She talks about Cambridge Analytica's involvement in Donald Trump's presidential campaign, how the company used our data against us, and her experience as a whistle-blower. Plus: The things she wants everyone to know about data privacy.Influence is a production of WeTransfer, produced in association with Reasonable Volume. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the season kick-off, Damian talks to Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenfield, the co-founders of Ben & Jerry’s, about the company's founding principles and keeping its mission on course as one of the world's most recognised ice cream brands. The pioneers of responsible business share why the social mission should never be a ‘job done.’ Whether partnering with local businesses or taking fierce action against police brutality, the duo’s campaigning zeal is still as bright as ever.Influence is a production of WeTransfer, produced in association with Reasonable Volume. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The world is changing, and so is the way we’re influenced. In season 3, we explore the hidden gems, hot spots, and dark alleys in the world of communication. Damian Bradfield will talk to ice cream makers, a magician, and a whistleblower about the intersection of responsibility and power, taking a forensic look at the invisible forces that influence the way we think, feel, and act. Tune in on March 10th.Influence is a production of WeTransfer, produced in association with Reasonable Volume. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

From scoring a record deal (and a free ride home) with Will Smith to promoting superstars like Lady Gaga and Eve, it seemed Troy Carter had it all figured out. But it’s screwing up and learning from his mistakes that got him to where he is today – a high-flying music mogul and investment entrepreneur. In our season finale Damian and Troy talk all things tech, business, music and failure, plus how Covid-19 will change the way we connect. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Thanks to social media, emerging technologies and, let’s face it, an increasingly surreal zeitgeist, our idea of what’s real and what’s not is murkier than ever. This week Damian chats to Sara DeCou, co-founder of Brud and co-creator of Miquela – a computer-generated influencer who amassed over 1.5 million Instagram followers. The pair discuss alter egos, fake news and a dystopian-sounding future governed by technology.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

She ran one of the first ever influencer marketing campaigns, knows exactly how to reach Gen Z and has Kanye on her client roster – this week Damian chats to the indomitable Quynh Mai, founder of Moving Image & Content. The pair discuss the digitization of advertising, the companies that will survive COVID-19 and how good branding can be a beacon of hope in a dystopian political climate. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Yancey Strickler, co-founder of Kickstarter, discusses the platform's success through community support and creativity. Topics include Bentoism philosophy, redefining value beyond financial gain, and the shift towards authentic online content creation in micro-communities.

He’s repaired reputations, put a stop to scandals, and even had Harvey Weinstein clamouring at his door – so who better to turn to in a time of COVID-induced crisis? This week Damian chats to Matthew Freud, the world’s go-to man for publicity, access and damage control. The pair get real about hitting reset, knowing who to trust, and what it’s like to carry the weight of your great grandfather’s name (yes, that Freud). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week we take the time to process this moment with Grist’s director of leadership programming Andrew Simon, and Brentin Mock, staff writer at CityLab. The pair discuss the sheer complexity of existing as Black men in America today, and why every step forward seems to be followed by another one back.Show Notes:Andrew SimonWebsite: andrew25simon.comTwitter: @andrew25simonWork: GristBrentin MockTwitter: @brentinmockWork: CityLabBrentin's Reading List:Nikole Hannah-Jones: The 1619 Project / The Problem We All Live With / The Resegregation of Jefferson CountyTalia Buford: Climate Change and Vulnerable Communities / Early Data Shows African Americans have Contracted and Died of Coronavirus at an Alarming RateWendy Thomas: MLK50: Justice Through JournalismRoxane Gay: Remember, No One is Coming to Save Us / Bad FeministBrittney Cooper: Eloquent Rage / Crunk Feminist CollectiveLatoya Peterson: Why Aren't More Black Kids Going Pro in ESports / Glow Up GamesKiese Laymon: Heavy / Gioncarlo Valentine's Searing Portrait of the Fears of Young Black MenFinding Fred with Carvell Wallace [podcast]Andrew's Reading List:Ta-Nehisi Coates: Between The World and MeN.K. JemisinEnvironmental Justice Organizations:We ActNew York City Environmental Justice AllianceT.E.J.A.S.Deep South Center for Environmental JusticeOther Links:The Audubon Society's Statement about what happened to Christian CooperBrentin's article, "In Ferguson, Walking While Black was a Crime"Brentin's article on Christian Cooper: "The Toxic Intersection of Racism and Public Space" Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.