Some Future Day

Here's the thing about the 101 Israeli hostages in Gaza: they were torn from their lives over 400 days ago. Here's the thing about the only two Jewish children who are currently hostages in Gaza: their parents are also hostages. Here's the thing about Ariel and Kfir Bibas' grandparents: they were both burnt to death in their home. One was a teacher with Parkinson's and the other was a painter.The entire family lived on a kibbutz juxtaposed with Gaza and supported equal rights, freedom, liberty, and of course, legal statehood for their Palestinian neighbors. Here's the thing that we have lost from terrorism, conflict, information wars, antisemitism, falsification, and politics: our humanity. We have forgotten that the 101 hostages have first names, passions, careers, humility, love, and dreams. Ofri Bibas Levy and Yifat Zailer took the time to remind me, and now the rest of the world, about humanity lost in our very emotional conversation.In this emotional episode, Marc welcomes Yifat Zailer and Ofri Bibas Levy to share their poignant stories and experiences over the past year. Yifat, an architect and passionate photographer, and Ofri, an occupational therapist, provide a deeply personal insight into their connections with the Bibas family and the impact of the traumatic events they endured on October 7th.They discuss their struggles, emotions, and the changes that have reshaped their lives and identities since then. The conversation reveals the heartbreaking realities of having family members, including young children, taken hostage by terrorists, and the resulting emotional and physical toll. Both guests reflect on their resilience, hope for the future, and the significant need for global humanitarian considerations.Preorder Marc's new book, "Some Future Day: How AI Is Going to Change Everything"Sign up for the Some Future Day Newsletter here: https://marcbeckman.substack.com/Episode Links:Bring Bibas Back on IG: https://www.instagram.com/bring.bibas.back/Bring Bibas Back on FB: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61554308188558To join the conversation, follow Marc Beckman here: YoutubeLinkedInTwitterInstagramTikTok

I expected to speak with Dr. Naomi Wolf about technology's impact on our community here on planet Earth. But our discussion evolved into something much more meaningful: God, Jesus, and all living things.Naomi Wolf was widely considered the preeminent feminist in the early ‘90s and since then has radically changed her position in the community.In this profound episode of Some Future Day, host Marc Beckman sits down with Dr. Naomi Wolf to explore the intricate landscapes of spiritual experience, consciousness, and human connection. Through a deeply personal narrative centered around a transformative hypnotic encounter, Wolf shares her extraordinary experience of meeting Jesus and the profound insights she gained about co-creation, kindness, and the true meaning of spiritual alignment.Whether you believe Naomi met Jesus or not, it's irrelevant. Her spiritual message of kindness gives hope and even made me reconsider my own personal religion. Naomi, thank you so much for sharing this incredible story and for joining me on this episode of Some Future Day.Preorder Marc's new book, "Some Future Day: How AI Is Going to Change Everything"Sign up for the Some Future Day Newsletter here: https://marcbeckman.substack.com/Episode Links:Dr. Naomi Wolf on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-naomi-wolf-324460b4/Substack: https://naomiwolf.substack.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/naomirwolf/DailyClout: https://dailyclout.io/To join the conversation, follow Marc Beckman here: YoutubeLinkedInTwitterInstagramTikTok

According to the United Nations website, World Children's Day was first established in 1954 as Universal Children's Day. It is celebrated on the 20th of November each year to promote international togetherness, awareness among children worldwide, and improving children's welfare.This important conversation is about Ariel and Kfir Bibas, the only children currently in captivity. They have been hostages in Gaza for more than one year, for over 400 days. Now is the time for you to find your humanity. To rescue these children. To save Ariel and Kfir.The full Some Future Day podcast conversation with Ofri Bibas Levy and Yifat Zailer will be published in the coming weeks.Timestamps:00:00 Introduction02:17 Describing Ariel and Kfir03:40 Hostage Conditions Affecting Child Development09:13 An Emotional Plea to Political LeadersEpisode Links:Bring Bibas Back on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bring.bibas.back/To join the conversation follow Marc here:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcbeckman/Twitter: https://twitter.com/MarcBeckmanInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/marcbeckman/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@marcbeckmanMarc Beckman is a Senior Fellow of Emerging Technologies at NYU, the CEO of DMA United, and is on the New York State Bar Association's Taskforce for Cryptocurrency and Digital Assets.Preorder Marc's new book, "Some Future Day: How AI Is Going to Change Everything": https://shorturl.at/GVTBXSign up for the Some Future Day Newsletter here: https://marcbeckman.substack.com/DMA United: https://dmaunited.com/Some Future Day is produced and edited by Make More Media: https://makemore.media/

Over the last 25 years, Jameel Spencer has held pivotal marketing roles with Jay-Z, Pharrell, Justin Timberlake, Shaquille O'Neal, and even Sean “Diddy” Combs. In fact, Jameel was president of the advertising arm of Diddy's record label, Bad Boy Entertainment. Back then Diddy asserted, “Jameel is a close personal friend, a trusted partner, and a valued member of our team; a young leader with a tremendous future in marketing and advertising.” And boy, did Jameel step up!Today, Jameel is Chief Marketing Officer of WHP Global, a consumer brand powerhouse that generates over $7 Billion in sales. Jameel leads creative marketing, celebrity talent development, and diversity and inclusion efforts across the entire brand portfolio, including Anne Klein, Toys “R” Us, Express, Bonobos, and Rag & Bone.On this episode of Some Future Day, Marc Beckman sits down with the dynamic Jameel Spencer, a cultural visionary, brand marketing expert, and lifelong advocate for authenticity and purpose. Together, they explore Jameel’s groundbreaking journey, from leading Blue Flame Marketing alongside Sean “Diddy” Combs to shaping the intersection of culture, business, and social impact.Jameel also opens up about personal responsibility, the importance of integrity, and how brands can make an emotional impact while doing good. From championing inclusivity at Ann Klein to empowering future generations, Jameel shares his unique perspective on using culture as a force for positive transformation.This episode is packed with inspiring anecdotes, powerful lessons, and a thought-provoking vision for a better future where culture leads the way. Tune in for an engaging dialogue that bridges the worlds of marketing, art, and humanity.Preorder Marc's new book, "Some Future Day: How AI Is Going to Change Everything"Sign up for the Some Future Day Newsletter here: https://marcbeckman.substack.com/Episode Links:Jameel on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jameel-spencer-145790166?original_referer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.google.com%2FWriteful Place LLC: https://writefulplace.com/To join the conversation, follow Marc Beckman here: YoutubeLinkedInTwitterInstagramTikTok

The hot pepper business is en fuego! While total market size in the United States stood at about $1.28 billion in 2022, predictably, it will continue to grow as the chili pepper has become an American kitchen staple. Although multinational corporations like the Kraft Heinz Company, McCormick, Campbell, and Unilever lead the way, the next tier of privately held businesses are catching up, fueled by innovation, trends, and leaning into the diversification of American cultural taste demands.Enter Smokin' Ed Currie, the most famous pepper breeder on the planet. In fact, Ed's farm grows more than 100,000 pepper plants annually. A modern day Gregor Mendel, this three-time Guinness Book World of Records holder has created the world's hottest chilis: the Carolina Reaper, and the current hottie of hotties, Pepper X.In this episode, Marc speaks with Ed Currie, founder and president of the Pucker Butt Pepper Company. Ed shares his journey from learning about plants from his mother to becoming an innovator in the pepper farming industry. During the discussion, Ed reveals insights into his sustainable farming practices, the scientific methods he uses to create super hot peppers, and his record-breaking pepper, Pepper X.He also touches on the health benefits of capsaicin, the impact of hurricanes on his farm, and the growth of hot sauce popularity in the U.S. Ed's personal stories, including the adoption of his children and living in a Frank Lloyd Wright home, add a heartfelt dimension to the conversation. The episode concludes with Ed's vision for the future of his company in advancing medical research.Sign up for the Some Future Day Newsletter here: https://marcbeckman.substack.com/Episode Links:Ed Currie: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edcurrie1/Pucker Butt Pepper Company: https://puckerbuttpeppercompany.com/To join the conversation, follow Marc Beckman here: YoutubeLinkedInTwitterInstagramTikTok

Election Day. Alexander Hamilton recognized the potential harm to the minority's rights when he stated, "Democracy is like two wolves and a lamb voting on what to eat for lunch, but a republic is a well-armed lamb contesting the vote." The electoral college remains an important aspect of the American republic as it was instituted to protect the minority and ensure that everyone's opinion could be heard. In this episode of Some Future Day, Dinesh D'Souza shares his detailed personal story, starting with his immigration from Mumbai, India, at 17 through a Rotary Club exchange program. He discusses his unique experiences living in a small Arizona town, his shift in career direction influenced by Reaganism, his time at the Reagan White House, and his evolution into a prolific author and documentary filmmaker. D'Souza delves into topics such as election fraud, the disruptive potential of technology like AI and blockchain, and Trump’s influence and character. The episode concludes with Dinesh's thoughts on free speech, political polarization, and the possibility of restoring respectful intellectual debates in the future.Key Topics:Dinesh's immigration story and backgroundWorking in the Reagan administrationDinesh's prolific career as an authorPivoting to filmmaking (he made 3 of the top 10 political documentaries)How Dinesh secures and structures the financing of his filmsThe ins and outs of movie distribution for political docsThe demographics that political docs appeal to (a small %)Tech and AI's possible effects on politics, filmmaking, etc.The difference between election fraud and voter fraudHow easy it would be to hypothetically commit election fraudWhy did Dinesh want to make Vindicating Trump?The difference between Trump in public and Trump in privateWhy Dinesh defends Trump in the film and bookThe effects of anti-Trump rhetoric on Americans and their political viewsThe future of election securitySign up for the Some Future Day Newsletter here: https://marcbeckman.substack.com/Episode Links:Dinesh D'Souza: https://dineshdsouza.com/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8GAOCAJxBL4bExaUCvwL4QFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/DSouzaDineshTo join the conversation, follow Marc Beckman here: YoutubeLinkedInTwitterInstagramTikTok

Bob Marley is among the most iconic musicians in the world with 150 million in album sales. Marley's mission of love and peace was born from the tiny island of Jamaica, but inspired the entire world. And Lee Jaffe caught it all.In this episode of Some Future Day, master photographer Lee Jaffe shares insights from his new book ' Hit Me With Music: roots rock reggae,' and recounts his extraordinary artistic journey. Starting from his days as a double major in art and LSD at Penn State, to his transformative experiences in politically charged Brazil and culturally rich Jamaica, Lee opens up about his role in the legalization of cannabis and his interactions with influential artists like Hélio Oiticica.The episode explores his arrest and subsequent move to Jamaica, aligning with the Rasta culture during a tense political climate under Michael Manley. Lee delves into his close relationship with Bob Marley and the Wailers, detailing their struggles, triumphs, and the creation of iconic music like 'Catch a Fire.' Additionally, the narrative covers the early days of Island Records, Marley's impactful performances, and the cultural convergence with artists like Bruce Springsteen. Reflecting on the evolving landscape of art, the discussion extends to the influence of digital photography and AI, transforming artistic practices amid technological advancements. This episode provides an in-depth look at the intersection of art, politics, and music through the lens of Lee Jaffe's multifaceted career.Sign up for the Some Future Day Newsletter here: https://marcbeckman.substack.com/Episode Links:Lee Jaffe: https://lee-jaffe.com/Hit Me With Music: roots rock reggae: https://www.rizzoliusa.com/book/9780847835126/ To join the conversation, follow Marc Beckman here: YoutubeLinkedInTwitterInstagramTikTok

In this episode of Some Future Day, we explore the uplifting story of Karen Robinovitz, the founder of Sloomoo Institute, an immersive experience dedicated to the playful and therapeutic world of slime. Karen recounts her evolution from a childhood slime enthusiast to a successful entrepreneur amidst personal tragedies, including the loss of her husband and cousin. She emphasizes the profound healing power of joy, creativity, and mental health support. Conversations delve into the inclusive, multi-generational community of Sloomoo, with highlights of its educational and sensory experiences, celebrity endorsements, and innovative collaborations with global brands like Nike and Google.Featuring highbrow design and cutting-edge technologies like CGI and augmented reality, Karen also discusses the institute’s mission to support mental fitness and emotional learning through partnerships with organizations like The Goldie Hawn Foundation. This episode offers an inspiring look at overcoming adversity and spreading happiness through creative, immersive experiences.Throughout the interview, Karen emphasizes Sloomoo's mission to "deliver joy" while exploring the therapeutic benefits of tactile play. She shares insights into the challenges of building a novel business concept and her vision for Sloomoo's future as more than just an immersive experience, but a character-driven world akin to Pokemon or Hello Kitty.This episode offers a fascinating look at how personal healing can spark innovative entrepreneurship, blending nostalgia, cutting-edge design, and a commitment to mental health awareness.Sign up for the Some Future Day Newsletter here: https://marcbeckman.substack.com/Episode Links:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/karenrobinovitz/Sloomoo Institue: https://sloomooinstitute.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sloomooinstitute/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@SloomooInstituteFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/SloomooInstitute/Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@sloomooinstituteTo join the conversation, follow Marc Beckman here: YoutubeLinkedInTwitterInstagramTikTok

Melania Trump is the former First Lady of the United States of America and joins Marc Beckman for an exclusive interview surrounding the launch of her new memoir, Melania.    The former First Lady opens up about Love, Trust, Individual Freedom, Blockchain Technology, Modeling, Communism, Pink Floyd, Women’s Rights (Pro-Choice), and America’s AI War with China. In Conversation with Melania Trump: Reflecting on Life, Career, and Personal BeliefsEpisode Links:https://melaniatrump.com/Sign up for the Some Future Day Newsletter here: https://marcbeckman.substack.com/To join the conversation follow Marc here:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcbeckman/Twitter: https://twitter.com/MarcBeckmanInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/marcbeckman/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@marcbeckmanMarc Beckman is a Senior Fellow of Emerging Technologies at NYU, the CEO of DMA United, and is on the New York State Bar Association's Taskforce for Cryptocurrency and Digital Assets.DMA United: https://dmaunited.com/Some Future Day is produced and edited by Make More Media: https://makemore.media/

Do you ever wonder how Rihanna, Taylor Swift, and Lady Gaga secure multi-million dollar endorsement deals? Why do brands pay them so much money? And what happens commercially after an advertising campaign featuring a world renowned icon is activated? Jarrod Moses is the founder and CEO of the United Entertainment Group and has bridged the gap between Hollywood and Madison Avenue for the past 25 years.Jarrod has developed culture-powered, award-winning marketing verticals for Unilever, Samsung, AT&T, Starbucks, The North Face, and the list goes on. On this episode of Some Future Day, Jarrod joins me to share an insider's perspective of the branded entertainment industry, from strategy development and celebrity selection to deal formation and beyond.Jarrod goes on to break down the critical components of dealmaking and even predicts the future of marketing. It's worth noting Jarrod is an avid Bruce Springsteen fan, has a wonderful family, and I can't thank him enough for joining me as a guest on this killer episode of Some Future Day.Sign up for the Some Future Day Newsletter here: https://marcbeckman.substack.com/Episode Links:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jarrod-moses-18481378/United Entertainment Group: https://www.uegworldwide.com/To join the conversation follow Marc Beckman here: YoutubeLinkedInTwitterInstagramTikTok