The Penta Podcast Channel

In this week’s episode of What’s at Stake, Business Roundtable president and COO Kristen Silverberg shares her insights on the opportunities and challenges facing American businesses as they navigate a rapidly shifting policy landscape, both at home and abroad. Ambassador Silverberg shared with Bryan and Ylan the importance of corporate executives maintaining a long-term vision for success that can withstand geopolitical turbulence. The conversation with Penta hosts Bryan DeAngelis and Ylan Mui covered: The two-way street: How Business Roundtable helps members understand Washington while educating policymakers about the business impacts of their decisions How businesses have taken proactive steps to prepare for trade uncertainty Tax reform’s role in driving business growth and innovation Workforce initiatives creating opportunities for those without four- or two-year degrees  You can learn more about Business Roundtable at https://www.businessroundtable.org/

In this engaging conversation, Mosheh Oinounou, an award-winning executive producer and founder of Mo News, shares insights about the rise of independent journalism in the creator economy. He discusses how authenticity and transparency have become crucial for media today. Mosheh details the origin of Mo News, which gained a loyal following of over 500,000 on Instagram. He also addresses the challenges of monetizing news content and the need for innovative engagement strategies for brands and policymakers. The future of journalism amid evolving technology, especially AI, is also explored.

This week’s episode of What’s at Stake tackles the mounting pressure on corporate America as President Donald Trump’s tariffs rattle the markets and stoke fears of a global economic slowdown. Penta CEO Matt McDonald joins hosts Bryan DeAngelis and Ylan Mui to discuss the response from the business community and frameworks for determining when and how to engage publicly. Their conversation covered: Whether tariffs are a tool for negotiation or an end result The importance of "signposting" to determine next steps The impact of the markets on White House and corporate decision-making

This week's episode of What's at Stake delves into the creation and consumption of media amid the rapid advancement of AI. Sally Shin, venture partner at Comcast Ventures, joins Penta hosts Ylan Mui and Andrea Christianson, to discuss the impact of this convergence on journalism and our daily lives. Their conversation covered: Guardrails to protect intellectual property and the accuracy of AI-generated content Partnerships between publishers and AI companies Opportunities to leverage AI within news organizations The revolution that voice technologies and no-code tools could bring to content creation

This week's episode of What's at Stake explores the evolving landscape of cryptocurrency as the industry gears up for a transformative 2025 amid strong support from both the Trump administration and Capitol Hill. Ron Hammond, senior director of government relations and institutional engagement at the Blockchain Association, joins Penta hosts Ylan Mui and Bryan DeAngelis to discuss the vibeshift in Washington and the industry's policy priorities.  Their conversation covered: Policymakers' evolving perceptions of cryptocurrency Challenges and opportunities for stablecoin legislation Crypto interest from institutional investors  Building consensus across the crypto universe

This week's episode of What's at Stake crosses the Atlantic to discuss the impact of President Trump's tariffs with Penta's experts in Europe. Rory O’Donnell, a partner in the Brussels office, and Stuart Harbinson, a senior adviser who has represented Hong Kong to the World Trade Organization, joined Penta managing director Ylan Mui to examine the motivations behind the tariffs and the implications of global retaliation. Their conversation covered: EU and Chinese perspective on trade tensions Potential economic consequences for consumers and businesses How the private sector can best navigate these turbulent times The potential end game for tariffs 

On this week's episode of What's at Stake, Axios political reporter Hans Nichols sits down with Penta Washington office lead Bryan DeAngelis and Managing Director Ylan Mui to discuss President Trump's priorities and potential pitfalls during his first 100 days in office…for the second time. The trio discussed several topics, including: Trump’s unique media strategy and how it differs from President Biden’s The effectiveness of the blitz of executive orders  The political chess game swirling around Trump’s nominees and Congress Insights on tariffs, tax reform, and potential legislative hurdles Public sentiment and tipping points on key issues You can subscribe to Hans’ newsletter, Axios Hill Leaders here: https://www.axios.com/signup/hill-leaders

On this week's episode of What's at Stake, Partner Bryan DeAngelis and Managing Director Ylan Mui speak to two special guests from the Tax Foundation, one of Washington's most influential think tanks. President and CEO Daniel Bunn and president emeritus Scott Hodge examine the complexities of the anticipated tax reform battle in 2025, and its implications for Americans and businesses, as well as the potential international ramifications. Specific topics include: Examination of proposed tax cuts and their potential effects on individuals and businesses Consideration of the balance between tax cuts and the impact on the national debt Insights on potential revenue sources and the politics surrounding them Overview of international tax discussions and their relevance to U.S. policies Keep listening to What’s at Stake to understand the political and economic shifts of the incoming administration, and check out Scott’s book “Taxocracy” for more on tax policy and how it affects everyday life.

Long waits at the DMV or when buying a car seem like a fact of life—but do they have to be? This week on What's at Stake, Penta senior partner Kevin Madden sits down with Shane Bigelow, CEO of CHAMP Titles, to discuss the company's mission to modernize DMVs and bring digital titling technology to the nation. Shane shares CHAMP's founding story and explains how their technology streamlines title transfers, reducing costs, improving efficiency, and helping DMVs better serve constituents in an age of online car dealers and autonomous vehicles. Kevin and Shane also explore the environmental benefits of going digital along with improvements in privacy and security for the auto industry. Don't miss this in-depth look at how cutting-edge technology is reshaping the future of car ownership.

On this week's episode of What's at Stake, Senior Partner Andy Whitehouse speaks with Marie Donnelly, Chair of Climate Change Advisory Council Ireland and Senior Advisor to Penta, and Director Liza McIntosh about what to expect from COP29—the 29th United Nations Climate Change Conference—which begins today in Baku.  Together, they discuss the critical agenda items facing world leaders and organizations as they gather to tackle climate change. From ambitious climate finance targets to bold resilience initiatives, Andy, Liza, and Marie break down the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead for a low-carbon future. They also unpack what a second Trump presidency means for climate policy—both in the U.S. and abroad.  Tune in for this timely discussion to understand what's truly at stake as COP29 shapes the future of climate action amid new geopolitical tensions.