Journalist, optimist, family man, delusional hoopster, founder of The Flux Group, host of Rapid Response, former editor of Fast Company

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Will the companies that learn to use AI have the biggest advantage? Accenture CEO Julie Sweet joined @rsafian to discuss how the company is encouraging employees to embrace AI, and why learning to use it effectively is becoming essential for success. piped.video/XA-Ogmz8REQ?si=yIrg…
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Commonwealth Fusion System CEO Bob Mumgaard joins @rsafian to discuss how modern tech is turning science fiction into reality and accelerating breakthroughs. Watch: piped.video/m1zu_sSoH3s?si=bTBV…
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The L.A. fires caused not just devastation, but political chaos and confusion. Journalist & @MSNOWNews correspondent @jacobsoboroff joins @rsafian to discuss how politics are increasingly interfering with disaster relief. Watch: piped.video/UHdfT8TbR4c?si=Z7y2…
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Is AI changing the shopping landscape? @Mastercard CEO @MiebachMichael joins @rsafian to explore how AI is leveling the playing field for businesses and providing more options for consumers. Watch the full conversation here: piped.video/qmRYhWkjt2A?si=uKEX…
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“We’ve had a workforce shortage in Oklahoma City.” @davidfholt joins @rsafian to discuss balancing immigration with economic needs, governing a politically “purple” city, and why America may be less polarized than it appears. Watch: piped.video/C_zu9Pp7DQU?si=4U6n…
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"I reject the notion that Americans are polarized." Oklahoma City Mayor @davidfholt joins @rsafian to discuss the importance of working together and getting things done regardless of political views. Watch: piped.video/C_zu9Pp7DQU?si=4U6n…
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AI isn’t coming — it’s already here. LinkedIn co-founder and tech investor @reidhoffman joins @rsafian to break down why the US must embrace AI and invest in data centers to stay competitive. Watch the full conversation here: piped.video/4d3ciPsIvgE?si=DiZT…
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Should it be considered malpractice to not use AI for a second medical opinion? LinkedIn co-founder and tech investor @reidhoffman thinks so. He joins @rsafian to discuss how medical professionals should be utilizing AI in their work. Watch: piped.video/4d3ciPsIvgE?si=DiZT…
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Have music streaming services helped or hurt the industry? Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason Jr. says it depends on how you define success. He joins @rsafian to discuss today’s music economy, Grammy voting, and music’s impact on business. Watch: piped.video/O2yD5m6sxpY?si=G7d5…
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The @Grammys are almost here but what does it really take to pull off one of the biggest nights in music? Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason Jr joins @rsafian with a behind-the-scenes look and a preview of Sunday’s show. Watch: piped.video/O2yD5m6sxpY?si=WdgY…
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Journalist @dannyfunt joins @rsafian to unpack his new book, Everybody Loses, and explore how legalized gambling is transforming sports leagues, media, and the economics of fandom — amid growing scandals across the NBA, MLB, and NCAA. Watch: piped.video/uV8L2sW07C4?si=6Ddf…
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What does holiday shopping reveal about consumer confidence in the new year? @Mastercard CEO @MiebachMichael joins @rsafian to unpack global spending signals, AI’s growing role in financial security, and the future of payments — from cards to crypto. 📺: piped.video/qmRYhWkjt2A?si=uKEX…
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Recorded live at @BrownUniversity, political economist @MkBlyth joins @rsafian to unpack the U.S. economy. He breaks down inflation, shifting innovation power, and why coding may become obsolete. Watch: piped.video/Nx8CkIuKxLU?si=HyEQ…
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Meredith Kopit Levien, CEO of @nytimes, joined @RapidResponseHQ host @rsafian at Masters of Scale Summit to discuss intellectual property rights and how to build sustainable AI practices in journalism. Watch: piped.video/lybZewf6hnw?si=Dgry…
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What does the economic landscape look like in the age of AI? At @mastersofscale Summit, @rsafian asked @clarashih of @Meta how AI is reshaping work — from an explosion of small businesses to a rise in generalists. Watch: piped.video/en1dcyiA1Jo?si=TBOl…
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How do you actually use AI agents effectively in business? At @mastersofscale Summit, @rsafian sat down with @levie, CEO of @Box, to explore what it takes to make AI agents truly useful — starting with how we teach them. Watch: piped.video/en1dcyiA1Jo?si=TBOl…
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This country belongs to us — the people. At @mastersofscale Summit, Carla Vernon of @Honest joined @rsafian to share lessons from her parents and, with @JessicaBerman1, discuss rebuilding trust, reframing strategy, and leading with purpose. Watch: piped.video/Lu0Dz4IPgqI?si=utRM…
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