
My Wildest Prediction
From pocket-sized devices connecting the world to driverless cars roaming city streets — who could have imagined? Space tourism, gene editing, and more — all once wild dreams are now a reality.Join innovation expert Tom Goodwin on 'My Wildest Predictions' every other Wednesday starting November 22nd, as we explore the forefront of this ever-changing world with business and tech visionaries Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Latest episodes

Jun 4, 2025 • 22min
'Neurotech will change how we live,' predicts Neuroelectrics CEO Ana Maiques
Ana Maiques is the CEO and co-founder of Neuroelectrics, a European company developing innovative technologies to monitor and stimulate the brain to help people living with neurological diseases. She is widely recognised as one of Europe's most inspiring entrepreneurs. In 2014, she received the EU Prize for Women Innovators from the European Commission, and in 2015, Neuroelectrics was named Best Health Start-Up by Wired UK magazine. Today, Ana Maiques joins the show to talk about the present and the future of neurotechnology. My Wildest Prediction is a podcast series from Euronews Business where we dare to imagine the future with business and tech visionaries. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 21, 2025 • 18min
'US voters will cast their ballots by smartphones within eight years', businessman Andrew Yang says
Andrew Yang is a former United States presidential candidate. Founder of the non-profit organisations Humanity Forward and Venture for America, he is committed to the creation of a human-centred economy, and he wants to fix the broken US economy. He is the author of the New York Times bestseller The War on Normal People and helped to introduce the idea of universal basic income into the political mainstream. Today, Andrew Yang joins us on the show to talk about how digital voting could change the US political system.My Wildest Prediction is a podcast series from Euronews Business where we dare to imagine the future with business and tech visionaries. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

May 7, 2025 • 26min
'AI isn't a threat', says former Netflix HR Chief Patty McCord
Patty McCord is the former chief talent officer at Netflix, where she worked for 14 years. She co-created the Netflix Culture Deck, a presentation laying out the company’s values and a document that Sheryl Sandberg once called “the most important document ever to come out of Silicon Valley”. McCord is the author of Powerful: Building a Culture of Freedom and Responsibility, a best-selling book where she shares advice for leaders who want to build successful teams. Today, Patty McCord joins My Wildest Prediction to tell us her boldest views on the future regarding artificial intelligence (AI). Although many people fear the impact AI could have on society and jobs, Patty McCord is enthusiastic about the AI revolution and shares her thoughts on how it could enhance human creativity.My Wildest Prediction is a podcast series from Euronews Business where we dare to imagine the future with business and tech visionaries. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 23, 2025 • 30min
‘By 2080, 90% of people will live in cities’ Urbanist Greg Clark says
Greg Clark is a highly renowned UK urbanist. He is, among others, chair of the Connected Places Catapult, a board member of Transport for London, and a Chair of Places for London and 3Ci, the City Commission for Climate Investment. Clark is also an author and global advisor who has worked with cities, national governments, and organisations such as the OECD, the Brookings Institution, and the World Bank. Today, he joins us on the show to discuss how and where we will live in the future. My Wildest Prediction is a podcast series from Euronews Business where we dare to imagine the future with business and tech visionaries. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Apr 9, 2025 • 24min
'The productivity fetish will end' work futurist Dom Price says
Dom Price is a work futurist at Atlassian, an American software company based in Sydney, Australia. With experience spanning technology, finance, and gaming, Dom brings a unique perspective to the future of work. As a sought-after media commentator and keynote speaker, he shares his insights on life, and the evolving job landscape, helping individuals and companies rethink their approach to success. Since predicting the future of work is at the core of Dom’s mission, we couldn’t pass up the opportunity to invite him to My Wildest Prediction.My Wildest Prediction is a podcast series from Euronews Business where we dare to imagine the future with business and tech visionaries. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 26, 2025 • 24min
‘People will stop making predictions’ David Spiegelhalter says
David Spiegelhalter, an emeritus professor of statistics at the University of Cambridge and author of The Art of Uncertainty, shares insights on the unpredictable nature of predictions. He emphasizes the need for incorporating probabilities to improve forecasting transparency. The discussion delves into the subjective nature of probabilities and their validation, the importance of mathematical literacy amidst growing uncertainties, and how AI is reshaping professions tied to statistical analysis. Spiegelhalter encourages humility and a deeper appreciation for luck in our lives.

Mar 12, 2025 • 20min
‘The next Microsoft will be started by a 17-year-old girl,’ with entrepreneur Tara Chklovski
Tara Chklovski is the founder and CEO of Technovation, a global non-profit empowering young women to tackle real-world problems through technology and entrepreneurship. Chklovski joins My Wildest Prediction to explain how technology and education can spark positive change in underrepresented communities.My Wildest Prediction is a podcast series from Euronews Business where we dare to imagine the future with business and tech visionaries. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 26, 2025 • 32min
‘Hydrogen planes will fly commercially by 2035,’ Bertrand Piccard says
Bertrand Piccard can be regarded as the Antoine de Saint-Exupéry of the 21st century. An adventurous explorer, relentless innovator, and visionary, Piccard is a Swiss psychiatrist and aviator. In 1999, he piloted the first balloon to fly around the world non-stop. In 2016, he completed the first global circumnavigation in a solar-powered electric aeroplane. And now, he’s leading the Climate Impulse project, working towards the first non-stop, hydrogen-powered flight around the world. My Wildest Prediction is a podcast series from Euronews Business where we dare to imagine the future with business and tech visionaries. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feb 12, 2025 • 25min
'We will listen less before we begin to listen more,' business psychologist Susan Kahn says
Susan Kahn, a business psychologist and author of 'Bounce Back,' discusses the transformative power of listening in the workplace. She highlights the importance of embracing failures and fostering open communication to build resilience. Kahn delves into the changing landscape of leadership, where vulnerability and honesty are becoming essential traits. She also emphasizes the value of silence in conversations, illustrating how pauses can lead to deeper understanding and connection. Tune in for insights on navigating a polarized world and redefining workplace dynamics!

Jan 29, 2025 • 22min
'Meat alternatives will be better than meat', according to Planted Co-founder Lukas Böni
Lukas Böni, co-founder of Planted, a trailblazer in plant-based meat alternatives, discusses the transformative potential of vegan meats in the food market. He highlights the innovative processes behind crafting realistic plant-based steaks, focusing on natural ingredients to enhance flavor and texture. The conversation dives into the ethical and health-driven motivations for consumers choosing sustainable food sources, alongside the challenges of changing entrenched perceptions in the meat industry. Böni envisions a future where plant-based options surpass traditional meat.