Goldman Sachs Talks

Conversations with pioneering business and cultural leaders about leadership, strategy, and how business and the economy are changing. 

16 OCT 2023

Colossal Biosciences’ Ben Lamm sees ‘de-extinction’ as vital to fighting climate change

Colossal Biosciences believes bringing back the woolly mammoth will help fight climate change. Ben Lamm, CEO of Colossal Biosciences, discusses how Colossal is using CRISPR and other gene-editing technologies to “de-extinct” species that have been wiped from the earth.

11 OCT 2023

Robert Rubin: The biggest risks to the US economy are political, not financial

Robert Rubin has led both the US Treasury and Goldman Sachs, which gives him a rare perspective on interactions between the financial and political systems. Bob shares his approach to thinking and decision-making, as well as takeaways from his recent book The Yellow Pad, in this Goldman Sachs Talks.

15 SEP 2023

Briogeo founder Twine says "internal resiliency" is entrepreneurs' shared superpower

Nancy Twine founded global haircare products powerhouse Briogeo when she was in her 20s, working full-time at Goldman Sachs, and had no experience in the consumer products or retail industries. She shares her story – and lessons for other entrepreneurs – in a Talks at Goldman Sachs interview.

05 SEP 2023

NBA star Chris Paul says leadership is about building trust on and off the court

Chris Paul shares his lessons in leadership from over 18 years in the NBA in this Goldman Sachs Talks.

28 AUG 2023

How Angela Hwang helped lead Pfizer through the unknowns of Covid to deliver a vaccine

Angela Hwang, chief commercial officer of Pfizer and president of its global biopharmaceutical business, on the immense effort and collaboration required to deliver an innovative vaccine in record time.

16 AUG 2023

MIT’s Zeynep Ton explains how caring deeply for workers pays off for companies

The key to building successful businesses might lie within building a successful team, through best hiring practices and employee retention, says Zeynep Ton, professor at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology’s Sloan School of Management and author of The Good Jobs Strategy. Hear Ton discuss what defines successful companies in this Goldman Sachs Talks.

29 JUN 2023

Ken Griffin, Founder and CEO of Citadel

In a conversation with Goldman Sachs' Raj Mahajan, Ken Griffin, founder and CEO of Citadel, discusses Citadel’s different businesses, how working in the office helps drive innovation and develop careers, and the importance of being a lifelong learner.

15 JUN 2023

Keller Rinaudo Cliffton, CEO and Co-founder of Zipline

In a conversation with Ryan Nolan, managing director in the TMT group and global co-head of Software in Goldman Sachs Investment Banking, Keller Cliffton, CEO and co-founder of Zipline, talks about the company’s mission to reimagine worldwide logistics, the complexities of scaling new hardware systems, and why they launched Zipline’s services in Rwanda first.

06 JUN 2023

Ginni Rometty, former Chairman, President and CEO of IBM

In a conversation with Goldman Sachs CEO David Solomon, Ginni Rometty, Former Chairman, President and CEO of IBM, discusses her time leading IBM, the principals behind her book “Good Power", the importance of skills-first hiring and IBM’s work with OneTen.

17 MAY 2023

Charles Stewart, CEO of Sotheby’s

In a conversation with Kim Posnett, global head of Investment Banking Services and co-head of One Goldman Sachs, Charles Stewart discusses trends in the art world, how art as an investment is evolving and the role of art in culture.

24 APR 2023

Tom Ilube, Chair of the Rugby Football Union and Founder of the African Gifted Foundation

In a session moderated by Kene Ejikeme, head of Multi Asset Platform Sales in EMEA, Ilube will discuss founding multiple technology start-ups, his appointment to the most senior position in English rugby, and his personal experiences of navigating race on his journey to success.

05 APR 2023

Samarth Kulkarni, CEO, CRISPR Therapeutics

Samarth Kulkarni, CEO, CRISPR Therapeutics, discusses the current state of biotechnology, the opportunities for CRISPR gene-editing therapies – and their implications for the larger pharmaceutical industry – as well as his experience leading a young company at the cutting edge of technology.

14 MAR 2023

Michael Horvath, CEO and Co-Founder of Strava

Michael Horvath, co-founder and CEO of Strava, discusses building Strava, a leading digital fitness platform and sports community, and his journey as an entrepreneur.

02 MAR 2023

Jimmy Chin, Mountain Athlete, Photographer, Filmmaker

Jimmy Chin, Mountain Athlete, Photographer and Filmmaker, discusses what drives his passions and the parallels between being an extreme athlete and an entrepreneur.

01 MAR 2023

Marc Rowan, CEO and Co-Founder of Apollo Global Management

Marc Rowan, CEO and Co-Founder of Apollo Global Management, discusses Apollo's growth strategy, his views on alternative investments, and why he believes alts could soon make up 50 percent of individuals' portfolios.

16 FEB 2023

Astro Teller, Captain of X, The Moonshot Factory

Astro Teller, Captain of X, The Moonshot Factory, discusses the mission of X, what it means to be a cultural entrepreneur and how innovation can drive business.

09 FEB 2023

Emma Grede, CEO and Co-founder of Good American

Emma Grede, CEO and Co-founder of Good American, discusses being a serial entrepreneur, and how to navigate the ups and downs of business to drive growth and scale.

09 FEB 2023

Timo Boldt, Founder and CEO, Gousto

Timo Boldt, Founder and CEO of Gousto, discusses the evolution of the recipe-kit space in the UK, how he’s using artificial intelligence to build an industry-leading customer proposition, and his focus on reducing emissions in the food industry.

02 FEB 2023

Will Ahmed, Founder and CEO of WHOOP

Will Ahmed, Founder and CEO of WHOOP, discusses his journey building WHOOP and the role he sees it playing in transforming healthcare.

31 JAN 2023

Will Guidara, Restaurateur and Former Co-Owner of Make It Nice Hospitality Group

Will Guidara, Former Co-Owner of Make It Nice Hospitality Group discusses his journey transforming a brasserie into one of the world’s top restaurants and what companies can learn from the hospitality industry to strengthen their businesses.

19 JAN 2023

Tim Davie, Director-General, BBC

Tim Davie, Director-General of the BBC, discusses leading the UK’s national broadcaster through periods of disruption, the importance of trusted and independent reporting, and the rise of on-demand content.

08 DEC 2022

Maverick Carter, CEO/Co-founder, SpringHill Company

At the 2022 Builders and Innovators Summit, Maverick Carter, co-founder and CEO of the SpringHill Company, shares his insights on building an athlete empowerment content and brand company with LeBron James.

22 NOV 2022

Irving Fain, CEO/Founder, Bowery Farming

Irving Fain, CEO and founder of Bowery Farming, discusses the climate tech landscape and his journey to reinvent farming and future-proof agriculture.

11 NOV 2022

George Kurtz, CEO/Co-founder, CrowdStrike

George Kurtz, CEO and co-founder of CrowdStrike, discusses the current cyberthreat landscape and his strategy to drive innovation and lead in the cybersecurity space.

27 OCT 2022

Julia Boorstin, CNBC Media & Tech Correspondent & Author, When Women Lead and Sallie Krawcheck, CEO/Co-founder, Ellevest

CNBC’s Julia Boorstin, author of When Women Lead, and Sallie Krawcheck, CEO of Ellevest, share their insights on female entrepreneurs who are driving innovation and change across industries.

14 OCT 2022

Scott Kapnick, Founder & CEO of HPS Investment Partners, LLC

Scott Kapnick, founder and CEO of HPS Investment Partners, discusses the current economic outlook and his strategy for identifying opportunities to deploy private debt capital amid a challenging environment of inflationary pressures, rising interest rates, and recession fears.

29 SEP 2022

Alli Webb, Founder of Drybar & President of Canopy

Alli Webb, founder of Drybar and president of Canopy, discusses the rewards and challenges that came with the explosive growth of her business.

07 SEP 2022

Fernando Garcia, Co-Creative Director of Oscar de la Renta & Founder/Creative Director of Monse

Fernando Garcia, co-creative director of Oscar de la Renta and founder of Monse, discusses his rise to become the top designer of a luxury fashion house and founder of his own independent label.

06 SEP 2022

Cliff Asness, Founder, Managing Principal and Chief Investment Officer of AQR Capital Management

Cliff Asness, Founder, Managing Principal and Chief Investment Officer of AQR Capital Management, shares his insights on the markets during a challenging environment of record-high inflation, rising interest rates and recession fears.

29 AUG 2022

Ian Bremmer, President of the Eurasia Group and Author of “The Power of Crisis”

Ian Bremmer, president of the Eurasia Group and author of the book, “The Power of Crisis,” discusses the foreign policy implications of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, and shares his insights on a series of challenges that are poised to reshape the global order over the next decade.

08 AUG 2022

Lord Simon Woolley, Co-Founder, Operation Black Vote

Lord Simon Woolley, Co-Founder of Operation Black Vote, discusses the fight for racial equality in the UK, improving political participation and representation, and widening access to higher education.

01 AUG 2022

Zak Brown, CEO of McLaren Racing and Lando Norris, McLaren Formula 1 Driver

Zak Brown, CEO of McLaren Racing, and Formula 1 Driver Lando Norris discuss McLaren’s journey back towards the top of the grid and their sustainability mission.

20 JUL 2022

Candace Parker, WNBA Champion

WNBA Champion Candace Parker discusses her rise to become one of the most decorated female basketball players in history, and how she’s changing the game, on and off the court, for future generations of female athletes.

19 JUL 2022

Zalmay Khalilzad, former Ambassador to Afghanistan and Iraq

Zalmay Khalilzad, former Ambassador to Afghanistan and Iraq, discusses his perspectives on U.S. foreign policy successes and failures, and the geopolitical outlook following the Russian invasion of Ukraine.

29 JUN 2022

Howard Marks, Co-chairman of Oaktree Capital Management

Howard Marks, co-chairman of Oaktree Capital Management, discusses his investment philosophy and the art of assessing risk and identifying investment opportunities.

09 JUN 2022

Angus Thirlwell, CEO and Co-Founder, Hotel Chocolat

Angus Thirlwell, CEO and Co-Founder of Hotel Chocolat, discusses building a direct-to-consumer confectionary brand, digital growth following the pandemic, and how becoming a cacao grower has further deepened his focus on sustainability.

16 MAY 2022

Ryan Watts, CEO and Co-Founder of Denali Therapeutics

Ryan Watts, CEO and co-founder of Denali Therapeutics, discusses his company’s mission, the progress it has made in the battle against neurodegenerative diseases, and how his personal experience of losing his mother to Alzheimer’s has underscored the urgency to develop cutting-edge therapies in this field.

02 MAY 2022

Joe Bae, Co-CEO of KKR and Founder of The Asian American Foundation

Joe Bae, Co-CEO of KKR, discusses structural shifts in the global markets caused by the pandemic and war in Ukraine, trends shaping the Asian market, and his work to combat anti-Asian discrimination and violence.

19 APR 2022

Jean Case, CEO of The Case Impact Network and Chairman of the National Geographic Society

Jean Case, CEO of The Case Impact Network and chairman of the National Geographic Society, discusses trends in impact investing and the importance of measuring environmental, social, and governance factors to identify risks and growth opportunities.

13 APR 2022

Gina Ortiz Jones, Under Secretary of the Air Force

Gina Ortiz Jones, Under Secretary of the Air Force, discusses the war in Ukraine, next generation capabilities, and efforts to bring greater diversity to the Air Force.

08 APR 2022

Kate Ryder, Founder & CEO of Maven Clinic

Kate Ryder, founder and CEO of Maven Clinic, discusses her experience launching a startup, her efforts to eliminate gender inequity in the healthcare system, and her perspective on the future of telemedicine.

04 APR 2022

Paula Kerger, President & CEO of PBS

PBS President and CEO Paula Kerger discusses disruption in the television industry, the reinvention of PBS, and her perspective on leadership as the longest serving female CEO in television.

30 MAR 2022

Jon Moeller, President/CEO of Procter & Gamble

Procter & Gamble CEO Jon Moeller discusses company innovation, their drive toward sustainability, and his experience navigating supply chain disruptions.

22 MAR 2022

Russell Wilson, Denver Broncos Quarterback; Super Bowl XLVIII Champion

Denver Broncos Quarterback and Super Bowl XLVIII Champion Russell Wilson discusses his football career, his multiple business ventures, and the philosophy that has guided his success both on and off the field.

21 MAR 2022

Tricia Glynn, Managing Director at Advent International

Tricia Glynn, a managing director at Advent International, discusses her personal story and career trajectory, trends shaping private equity, and her investment outlook for the year.

21 MAR 2022

Eric Adams, Mayor of New York City

New York City Mayor Eric Adams discusses his plans to reopen the city, the role that public-private partnerships play in accelerating New York’s economic recovery, and his vision to attract new and emerging industries to the city.

03 FEB 2022

Verena Pausder, Founder of Fox & Sheep

Verena Pausder, founder of Fox & Sheep, discusses the rise of online learning, the use of technology to improve equity in education, and scaling one of the largest developers of children’s apps in Germany.

3 FEB 2022

Jeff Lawson, Co-founder and CEO of Twilio

Jeff Lawson, CEO of Twilio and author of Ask Your Developer, discusses his insights on entrepreneurship, the transformative power of software, and how companies can attract and retain software developers.

19 JAN 2022

Carlos Acosta, Director of the Birmingham Royal Ballet

Carlos Acosta, director of the Birmingham Royal Ballet, discusses his illustrious dance career and how he’s using his experience to shape the future of ballet.

14 JAN 2022

Anna Malaika Tubbs, Author of The Three Mothers: How the Mothers of Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X, and James Baldwin Shaped a Nation

Anna Malaika Tubbs, author of The Three Mothers: How the Mothers of Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X, and James Baldwin Shaped a Nation, discusses how the teachings of Alberta King, Louise Little, and Berdis Baldwin led their sons to become leaders in the fight for racial equality.

13 JAN 2022

Melanie Campbell, president and CEO of the National Coalition on Black Civic Participation

Melanie Campbell, CEO of the National Coalition on Black Civic Participation and convener of the Black Women’s Roundtable, discusses her advocacy on behalf of Black women and her activist beginnings working for leaders of the Civil Rights Movement.

11 JAN 2022

Chris Britt, Co-Founder and CEO of Chime

Chime Co-Founder and CEO Chris Britt discusses how his company differentiated their business model in the fintech space and what drives their culture.

17 DEC 2021

Sumayya Vally, Founder and Director of Counterspace

Sumayya Vally, founder and director of Counterspace, discusses her upbringing in Johannesburg, her focus on collaboration and inclusivity, and the inspiration behind her 2021 Serpentine Pavilion design.

16 DEC 2021

LL COOL J, Founder and CEO of Rock the Bells, Hip Hop Artist, Music Producer, Actor

LL COOL J, founder and CEO of Rock the Bells, discusses his journey as a hip hop artist, the evolution of rap, and his guiding principles for being a business leader.

16 DEC 2021

Patrick Cantlay, 2021 PGA TOUR Player of the Year

Patrick Cantlay, 2021 PGA TOUR Player of the Year, reflects on his success in the 2020-2021 season and how he overcame injury and challenges to make a comeback in the world of professional golf.

15 DEC 2021

Mardy Fish, Former Professional Tennis Player

Former professional tennis player Mardy Fish discusses his tennis career, his experience coping with anxiety, and the evolution of mental health awareness in sports.

14 DEC 2021

Dr. Scott Gottlieb, Author of Uncontrolled Spread; Former FDA Commissioner; Board Member, Pfizer and Illumina

Dr. Scott Gottlieb, former FDA commissioner, Pfizer and Illumina board member, and author of Uncontrolled Spread, discusses the threat of the Omicron variant, lessons learned from the collective response to the pandemic, and prescriptions for how the country can better prepare for the next outbreak.

10 DEC 2021

Monique Rodriguez, Founder and CEO, Mielle Organics

Monique Rodriguez, founder and CEO of Mielle Organics, discusses her journey launching and scaling her business.

23 NOV 2021

Sebastian Junger, Journalist, Documentary Filmmaker, Author of Freedom

New York Times bestselling author, journalist, and documentary filmmaker Sebastian Junger discusses his latest book, Freedom, his advocacy on behalf of veterans, and reflections on his previous works and his time covering the War in Afghanistan.

18 NOV 2021

Ruth Davidson, Baroness of Lundin Links

Ruth Davidson, Baroness of Lundin Links, discusses her extensive political career, the importance of destigmatizing mental health support, and her personal experience as an LGBTQ+ member of the Scottish Parliament.

12 NOV 2021

Rick Rieder, CIO of Global Fixed Income, BlackRock and Jan Hatzius, Chief Economist, Goldman Sachs

Rick Rieder, Chief Investment Officer of Global Fixed Income at BlackRock, and Jan Hatzius, Goldman Sachs’ chief economist, discuss the possible trajectories of inflation and growth outlooks for the U.S. and other markets. Tony Pasquariello, Global Head of Hedge Fund Coverage, Global Markets Division, hosts this session.

01 NOV 2021

Geoff Martha, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Medtronic

Martha discusses the unprecedented decisions Medtronic made during the pandemic, promising new innovations in the company’s pipeline, and his perspective on the future of healthcare.

27 OCT 2021

Reid Hoffman, Co-Founder LinkedIn; Partner, Greylock

Reid Hoffman discusses what motivated him to become an entrepreneur, the future of social media, and the evolution of artificial intelligence.

20 OCT 2021

Melissa Bradley, Founder, 1863 Ventures

As part of our ongoing One Million Black Women series, Melissa Bradley, entrepreneur, professor and founder of incubator 1863 Ventures, talks about how the new American majority is a powerful engine of economic growth.

18 OCT 2021

Louise Hulland, Broadcaster and Journalist

Louise Hulland discusses her latest book, Stolen Lives: Human Trafficking and Slavery in Britain Today, about the rise of human trafficking both around the world and in the UK specifically.

07 OCT 2021

Christiane Pendarvis, Co-President and Chief Merchant, Savage X Fenty

Christiane Pendarvis discusses her career beginnings, growing Savage X Fenty into a global powerhouse, and the drive to increase diversity and representation in the fashion industry.

07 OCT 2021

Kimberly Bryant, Founder and CEO, Black Girls Code

Kimberly Bryant discusses why she launched Black Girls Code, the impact of the pandemic on her organization, and opportunities related to recruiting girls of color into the fields of technology and computer science.

05 OCT 2021

Ben Francis, Founder & CEO of Gymshark

Ben Francis talks about how he started athleisure brand Gymshark as a teenager and how he has scaled it to be one of the UK’s most valuable privately held companies.

10 SEP 2021

Steve Buscemi, Actor, Director and Former NYC Firefighter

Steve Buscemi discusses his time as a NYC firefighter, his return to that job in the days following September 11 and how he continues to advocate for active and retired firefighters.

03 SEP 2021

Barbara Humpton, CEO of Siemens USA

Barbara Humpton, CEO of Siemens USA talks about her experience leading Siemens through the pandemic, her views on America’s infrastructure challenges, and why she believes American manufacturing is poised for an era of transformation.

19 AUG 2021

Thomas Dyja, author of New York, New York, New York

Thomas Dyja, author of New York, New York, New York: Four Decades of Success, Excess, and Transformation discusses the history of New York City and the people who have helped define it; the city’s path from the fiscal crisis of the late 1970s to today; and the political, economic and cultural forces that have transformed the city.

19 AUG 2021

Gary Ginsberg, author of First Friends

Gary Ginsberg, author of First Friends: The Powerful, Unsung (and Unelected) People Who Shaped Our Presidents, sat down with firm president John Waldron to share insights on seminal presidential friendships in American history.

10 AUG 2021

Nicolas Hamilton, Racing Driver

Nicolas Hamilton, English racing driver who competes in the British Touring Car Championship, joins Kene Ejikeme, head of Multi-Asset Platform Sales in EMEA, to discuss his career as a racer, how he’s adapted racing to work with his cerebral palsy, and how the support of his family (including his brother, seven-time Formula One World Champion Lewis Hamilton) has continued to be a precious but renewable resource.

30 JUL 2021

Jane Goodall, Ethologist and Conservationist

Jane Goodall, British ethologist and conservationist and famous for studying chimpanzees in Tanzania, discusses her groundbreaking research, her shift to environmental advocacy, as well as founding the Jane Goodall Institute and becoming a UN Messenger of Peace to fight climate change and preserve nature worldwide.

29 JUL 2021

David Olusoga, British Historian and Professor

David Olusoga, writer and broadcaster, discusses the significance of Windrush day, which celebrates the contributions of the Caribbean community to British society, and his work exploring the Black experience in the UK and slavery in the British empire.

29 JUL 2021

Bill Bynum, CEO of HOPE

Bill Bynum, chief executive officer of HOPE, joins a conversation with Asahi Pompey, global head of Corporate Engagement at Goldman Sachs, to discuss how he is addressing systemic racial and economic inequality in America’s disadvantaged communities by providing capital and promoting economic inclusion.

16 JUL 2021

Ali Ghodsi, Co-Founder and CEO of Databricks

Ali Ghodsi, co-founder and CEO of Databricks, discusses how his personal journey has influenced his entrepreneurial and leadership style, his company’s mission to build the future of data and AI for all enterprises, and key insights to how Databricks drives innovation within the tech landscape.

14 JUL 2021

Whitney Wolfe Herd, Founder and CEO of Bumble

Whitney Wolfe Herd, CEO of Bumble, discusses the evolution of the dating app since its launch, the impact of the pandemic on Bumble and the online dating industry generally, and Herd’s experience as the youngest female founder to take a company public.

13 JUL 2021

Avi Loeb, Professor and Author

Avi Loeb, Harvard professor and author of Extraterrestrial: The First Sign of Intelligent Life Beyond Earth, discusses his theory that our solar system was recently visited by advanced alien technology from a distant star, issues impacting space exploration and discovery, as well as the state of scientific research today.

09 JUL 2021

Jeff Shesol, Historian and Author

Jeff Shesol, historian and author of Mercury Rising: John Glenn, John Kennedy, and the New Battleground of the Cold War, discusses how the early years of the US space program helped shape President John Kennedy’s presidency and define American leadership during the Cold War; the story of John Glenn’s historic orbit around Earth; and how scientific, political and military considerations for Project Mercury remain relevant to US space flight today.

06 JUL 2021

James Citrin, Leader, Spencer Stuart North American CEO Practice

James Citrin, leader of the North American CEO practice at Spencer Stuart, discusses how to maximize performance at the workplace, key insights from his new book Leading at a Distance: Practical Lessons for Virtual Success, and the future of work and teams in the post-pandemic world.

29 JUN 2021

Annette Gordon-Reed, Pulitzer Prize-Winning Historian and Author

Annette Gordon-Reed, Pulitzer Prize-winning historian and author of On Juneteenth discusses the history of slavery in the United States, her upbringing in Texas and the discriminatory challenges she endured, and how Juneteenth continues to inform our understanding of the long struggle for equality and justice in the United States.

25 JUN 2021

Rami Rahim, CEO of Juniper Networks

Rami Rahim, CEO of Juniper Networks, discusses Juniper’s role in advancing the internet, the evolution of cloud computing across the tech landscape, what faster and more ubiquitous networks mean for business and communications, and how the pandemic and ongoing return-to-office efforts have redefined digital networks.

18 JUN 2021

Robert Reffkin, Founder and CEO of Compass

Robert Reffkin, founder and CEO of Compass, discusses his new book, No One Succeeds Alone, which chronicles his journey from challenging beginnings to founding the nation’s largest independent real estate brokerage; his vision for creating a tech-focused brokerage; and his reflections on long-term shifts in the real estate market as a result of the pandemic.

17 JUN 2021

David Yeung, Founder and CEO of Green Monday Group

David Yeung, founder and CEO of Green Monday Group, discusses his entrepreneurial journey leading a plant-based business and how he empowers consumers to make sustainable food choices.

09 JUN 2021

Alan Taylor, Two-Time Pulitzer-Prize-Winning Historian and Professor

Alan Taylor, Pulitzer-Prize-winning historian and professor at the University of Virginia discusses his new book, American Republics: A Continental History of the United States, 1783-1850, which focuses on the formative period in American history between the Revolution and the Civil War, and how the struggles of that expansionary era continue to inform the social and political dynamics of America today.

08 JUN 2021

Daniel Dae Kim, Actor, Director and Producer

Daniel Dae Kim, actor, director and producer, discusses his career in television, how his experience as a Korean-American has shaped his career, and his views on the recent surge in hate incidents directed at Asian-Americans, a topic on which he recently testified before Congress.

03 JUN 2021

Susan Page, Washington Bureau Chief at USA Today and Author Of Madam Speaker

Susan Page, Washington bureau chief of USA Today and author of Madam Speaker: Nancy Pelosi and the Lessons of Power discusses her new biography of the first woman to be Speaker of the House of Representatives, as well as her reflections on covering national politics over the course of her career.

27 MAY 2021

Frank Del Rio, President and CEO of Norwegian Cruise Lines

In this episode of Talks at GS, Frank Del Rio, president and CEO of Norwegian Cruise Lines, discusses leading one of the world’s largest cruise line companies through the pandemic and his perspective on the future of sailing.

14 MAY 2021

Dr. Dambisa Moyo, Economist and Author of How Boards Work

In this episode of Talks at GS, Dr. Dambisa Moyo, economist and author, discusses her views on the post-pandemic economic recovery, the policies that need to be enacted to address structural inequality, and insights from her new book, How Boards Work, which looks at the pressing issues boards face today, including shareholder vs. stakeholder capitalism, ESG priorities, and the need to increase diversity across board membership.

13 MAY 2021

Malcolm Gladwell, Author and Staff Writer at The New Yorker

In this episode of Talks at GS, Malcolm Gladwell, author and staff writer at The New Yorker discusses his latest book, The Bomber Mafia, a close look at how a group of WWII innovators and idealists set out to make war less lethal, but ultimately set the stage for far more destructive methods and technologies.

12 MAY 2021

John F. Crowley, Chairman and CEO of Amicus Therapeutics

In this episode of Talks at GS, John F. Crowley, chairman and CEO of Amicus Therapeutics discusses his leadership at Amicus Therapeutics, his efforts to develop cutting-edge treatments for rare diseases and disorders, and his perspective as a biotech innovator on the global response to the pandemic.

04 MAY 2021

Mike Sievert, President and CEO of T-Mobile

In this episode of Talks at GS, president and CEO of T-Mobile, Mike Sievert, discusses leading the mobile carrier through the pandemic amid an unprecedented surge of reliance on the network, his perspective on the future of 5G, and how to address the digital divide.

03 MAY 2021

Mary Dillon, CEO of Ulta Beauty

In this episode of Talks at GS, Mary Dillon, CEO of Ulta Beauty, discusses leading Ulta Beauty, her strategy to grow the business both in stores and online, and perspective on the future of the beauty sector and broader retail industry.

23 APR 2021

Dana Perino, Former White House Press Secretary, Fox News Anchor, and Author

In this episode of Talks at GS, Dana Perino, former White House press secretary, Fox News anchor, and author discusses her journey to becoming the first woman to serve as press secretary for a Republican president while serving in President George W. Bush’s administration, as well as insights from her new book, Everything Will Be Okay: Life Lessons for Young Women (from a Former Young Woman).

21 APR 2021

Lewis Pugh, Endurance Swimmer and United Nations Patron Of The Oceans

In this episode of Talks at GS, Lewis Pugh, world-record-winning endurance swimmer and United Nations patron of the oceans, discusses how he found passion and purpose in endurance swimming, as well as his mission to protect the world’s oceans and marine life.

01 APR 2021

Walter Isaacson, Historian and Author of The Code Breaker

In this episode of Talks at GS, Walter Isaacson discusses the story behind Nobel Prize-winning biochemist Jennifer Doudna’s discovery of CRISPR gene editing and why CRISPR has been critical in the fight against COVID-19.

18 MAR 2021

Sherry Turkle, MIT Professor and Author of The Empathy Diaries

In this episode of Talks at GS, MIT professor Sherry Turkle discusses her groundbreaking research on technology, empathy and ethics, and how writing about her own life experiences helped inform that research.

17 MAR 2021

Charles Phillips, Co-Chair of the Black Economic Alliance and Co-Founder of Recognize

In this episode of Talks at GS, Charles Phillips discusses his leadership in the tech industry, his perspective on the future of cloud computing, and his work to advance the economic interests of Black Americans through the Black Economic Alliance.

11 MAR 2021

Insights from Great Investors: Antoine Flamarion and Mathieu Chabran, Co-Founders of Tikehau Capital

In this episode, Antoine Flamarion and Mathieu Chabran, co-founders of Tikehau Capital, discuss how they have incorporated ESG into their investment strategy, the process of growing a global firm while cultivating its culture and identity, and the keys to their individual investing success.

10 MAR 2021

Jens Stoltenberg, Secretary-General of NATO

In this episode of Talks at GS, Jens Stoltenberg, Secretary-General of NATO, discusses his career in domestic and international politics, the shifting balance of global power around the world, and the evolving role of NATO in tackling climate change as a security threat.

09 MAR 2021

Christina Swarns, Executive Director of the Innocence Project

In this episode of Talks at GS , Christina Swarns, executive director of the Innocence Project, discusses the organization’s work to free wrongfully imprisoned individuals and her focus on the structural reforms needed to prevent wrongful convictions in the future. She is joined by Huwe Burton, a former client who was wrongfully convicted of murder as a teenager and subsequently exonerated after nearly 20 years in prison.

04 MAR 2021

Horacio Rozanski, President and CEO of Booz Allen Hamilton

In this episode of Talks at GS, Booz Allen Hamilton CEO Horacio Rozanski discusses his journey from growing up under a military dictatorship in Argentina to leading one of the world’s largest consulting firms as well as his focus on digital innovation across the public and private sectors.

17 FEB 2021

Gregg Renfrew, Founder and CEO of Beautycounter

In this episode of Talks at GS, Beautycounter CEO Gregg Renfrew discusses founding and growing her cosmetics company, which has disrupted the industry with a direct-to-consumer business model and a focus on healthy products.

09 FEB 2021

Marcus Samuelsson, Chef and Author of The Rise: Black Cooks and the Soul of American Food

In this episode of Talks at GS, chef and restaurateur Marcus Samuelsson discusses founding Red Rooster in Harlem, navigating the challenges of the pandemic, and reflections from his recent book, The Rise: Black Cooks and the Soul of American Food.

03 FEB 2021

Stanley Druckenmiller, Chairman and CEO of Duquesne Family Office

In this episode of Talks at GS, investor Stanley Druckenmiller discusses his current outlook on the market, his approach to risk management throughout his career, and his perspective on the conversation surrounding the role of capitalism in American society.

28 JAN 2021

Insights from Great Investors: Julian Salisbury, Global Co-Head of Asset Management at Goldman Sachs

In this episode, Julian Salisbury, Global Co-Head of Asset Management at Goldman Sachs, discusses his global investment approach during the pandemic, his views on investing in emerging markets, and the biggest lessons he learned throughout his career.

26 JAN 2021

Thomas Ricks, author of First Principles and Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist

In this episode of Talks at GS, Thomas Ricks, author of First Principles, discusses how classical antiquity informed America’s founding principles, and ways those principles have been challenged throughout our nation’s history.

22 JAN 2021

Sasan Goodarzi, CEO of Intuit

In this episode of Talks at GS, Intuit CEO Sasan Goodarzi discusses how the financial software company has navigated the pandemic and how software can empower the financial decisions of consumers and businesses around the world.

21 JAN 2021

Insights from Great Investors: David Blood, co-founder and senior partner of Generation Investment Management

In this episode, David Blood, co-founder and senior partner of Generation Investment Management discusses how what he calls “sustainable capitalism” is the framework that shapes his investing strategy, what drives Generation’s investing culture, and how impact is becoming a key measurement in his investment analysis.

21 JAN 2021

Robert Draper, Writer at Large for The New York Times Magazine

In this episode of Talks at GS, journalist Robert Draper discusses insights from his latest book To Start a War: How the Bush Administration Took America Into Iraq and his views on the way the war in Iraq continues to shape American politics and foreign policy.

21 JAN 2021

Marc Benioff, Chair and CEO of Salesforce

In this episode of Talks at GS, Marc Benioff discusses how he has adapted Salesforce for a “new pandemic world,” the strategy behind the acquisition of Slack, and advice for business leaders during these uncertain times.

14 JAN 2021

Insights from Great Investors: Weijian Shan, Group Chairman and CEO of PAG

In this episode, PAG CEO Weijian Shan discusses his investment focus in Asia, how the evolving US-China relationship impacts his investment approach, and what he has learned from key investments throughout his career.

13 JAN 2021

Dr. Raphael Bostic, President and CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta

In this episode of Talks at GS, Dr. Raphael Bostic discusses leading the Atlanta Federal Reserve through the pandemic, his outlook on the US economy and monetary policy in 2021 and his views on the role of the central bank in addressing racial and economic inequality.

07 JAN 2021

Insights from Great Investors: Britt Harris, President, CEO and CIO of UTIMCO

In this episode, Britt Harris, President, CEO and CIO of UTIMCO, the largest public-university endowment in the US, discusses his outlook on the energy sector, millennials’ impact on the future of the market, and one of the biggest lessons he learned in his investing career.

14 DEC 2020

Richard Rothstein, Author of The Color of Law

In this episode of Talks at GS, author Richard Rothstein discusses his investigation into housing policies that shaped American cities in the 20th century and why housing remains central to the national conversation on racial equity.

13 OCT 2020

Insights from Great Investors: Cathie Wood, Founder, CEO, and CIO of ARK Invest

In this episode, ARK Invest Founder, CEO and CIO Cathie Wood discusses her investment focus on innovation, the importance of building a diverse team, and why having great mentors has been key to her success.

11 DEC 2020

Evan Osnos, Author of Joe Biden: The Life, the Run, and What Matters Now

In this episode of Talks at GS, journalist Evan Osnos discusses his examination of the people and events that have defined the 50-year political career of Joe Biden and the major policy and political considerations likely to shape the Biden administration.

10 DEC 2020

Kara Medoff Barnett, Executive Director of American Ballet Theatre

In this episode of Talks at GS, Kara Medoff Barnett discusses her leadership at American Ballet Theatre and her focus on advancing innovation and inclusion, navigating ABT through the pandemic and the future of the performing arts post-pandemic.

09 DEC 2020

Dr. Naureen Starling, Consultant Medical Oncologist at The Royal Marsden

In this episode of Talks at GS, Dr. Naureen Starling, associate director of Clinical Research and Consultant Medical Oncologist at The Royal Marsden, discusses the latest innovations occurring in cancer treatment, and how the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted cancer care.

02 DEC 2020

Dr. Richard Haass, Author of The World: A Brief Introduction

In this episode of Talks at GS, Council on Foreign Relations President Dr. Richard Haass discusses the history that has led to today’s geopolitical environment and the current forces shaping American foreign policy.

24 NOV 2020

Dr. Seth Berkley, CEO of Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance

In this episode of Talks at GS, Dr. Seth Berkley, CEO of Gavi, discusses the progress made on the path to a COVID-19 vaccine, the logistics and challenges of distribution, and the strategy behind who receives the first doses.

20 NOV 2020

Frances Frei, Harvard Business School Professor

In this episode of Talks at GS, Frances Frei discusses her work advising companies on how to spearhead cultural change and insights on leadership from her book, Unleashed: The Unapologetic Leader's Guide to Empowering Everyone Around You.

17 NOV 2020

Nick Beighton, CEO of ASOS

In this episode of Talks at GS, Nick Beighton, CEO of ASOS, discusses how the brand has embraced digital, the future of retail, and how ASOS continues to evolve with its client base.

16 NOV 2020

Oscar Munoz, Executive Chairman of United Airlines

In this episode of Talks at GS, Oscar Munoz discusses lessons from leading United through the pandemic, the impact on international air travel, and the future of the flying experience.

12 NOV 2020

Mark Carney, UN Special Envoy for Climate Action and Finance

In this episode of Talks at GS, Mark Carney discusses the state of global climate policy and the implications of that policy for both the private and public sectors.

12 NOV 2020

Tristan Harris, President of the Center for Humane Technology

In this episode of Talks at GS, Tristan Harris discusses his journey from working in tech to studying the impacts of social media on society, as portrayed in the Netflix documentary The Social Dilemma, and his work to realign technology with humanity.

12 NOV 2020

Alan Jope, CEO of Unilever

In this episode of Talks at GS, Alan Jope discusses why he has put sustainability at the center of his strategy at Unilever, from the products to the consumer and his views on the future of the consumer landscape.

12 NOV 2020

Douglas Parker, Chairman and CEO of American Airlines

In this episode of Talks at GS, Douglas Parker discusses his strategy for navigating American Airlines through the most difficult period in the industry’s history, his focus on sustainability, and how the pandemic could transform the future of travel.

09 NOV 2020

General James Mattis (USMC, Ret.)

In this episode of Talks at GS, former US Defense Secretary General James Mattis gives his assessment of the global response to the pandemic, the state of the geopolitical landscape, and why alliances are critical to US national security.

09 NOV 2020

Arvind Krishna, CEO of IBM

In this episode of Talks at GS, IBM CEO Arvind Krishna discusses the perspective he brings to IBM as a technologist chief executive officer, how the pandemic is accelerating digital transformation and IBM’s strategic focus on artificial intelligence and the hybrid cloud.

05 NOV 2020

Brian Niccol, Chairman and CEO of Chipotle Mexican Grill

In this episode of Talks at GS, Brian Niccol discusses how an early career in marketing has helped shaped his success as Chipotle CEO, why sustainability is at the core of Chipotle’s business and his strategy for the restaurant chain post-pandemic.

02 NOV 2020

Afua Hirsch, Author and Journalist

In this episode of Talks at GS, broadcaster and bestselling author Afua Hirsch discusses her exploration of race and identity while writing her novel Brit(ish), and the public dialogue on racial equity in the UK today.

21 OCT 2020

Misan Harriman, Photographer

In this episode of Talks at GS, photographer Misan Harriman talks about the moment he became the first Black photographer to shoot the cover of British Vogue and the impact the internet and photography can have on social change and racial equity.

15 OCT 2020

Lexi Thompson, Professional Golfer

In this episode of Talks at GS, filmed at the Builders + Innovators Summit, professional golfer Lexi Thompson discusses her experience playing on the LPGA Tour since the age of 15, growing her own personal brand, and the process of launching her own company.

15 OCT 2020

John Foley, Founder and CEO of Peloton

In this episode of Talks at GS, filmed at Goldman Sachs’ Builders + Innovators Summit, Peloton CEO John Foley discusses growing the interactive fitness platform, why a key decision for growth was going direct-to-consumer, and building a community through the company.

15 OCT 2020

Howard Schultz, Chairman Emeritus of Starbucks Coffee

In this episode of Talks at GS, filmed at Goldman Sachs’ Builders + Innovators Summit, Howard Schultz talks about what he learned from growing Starbucks into a global brand, how to incorporate social consciousness into a company, and how he balances short-term costs with long-term goals.

14 OCT 2020

Kris Jenner, CEO of Jenner Communications

In this episode of Talks at GS, filmed at Goldman Sachs’ Builders + Innovators Summit, Kris Jenner discusses growing her family’s brand into a successful business, the trends shaping consumerism, and her advice to entrepreneurs.

14 OCT 2020

Dr. Michael Lomax, CEO of the United Negro College Fund

In this episode of Talks at GS, filmed at Goldman Sachs’ Builders + Innovators Summit, United Negro College Fund CEO Dr. Michael Lomax discusses why higher education is transformative for equality, the importance of experiential learning, and navigating the education landscape during the pandemic.

14 OCT 2020

Dr. Tony Coles, President, CEO and Chairperson of Cerevel Therapeutics

In this episode of Talks at GS, filmed at Goldman Sachs’ Builders + Innovators Summit, Cerevel Therapeutics CEO Dr. Tony Coles discusses advances within the pharmaceutical industry, how to drive racial equity within companies, and his approach to hiring the next generation of talent.

12 OCT 2020

Clarissa Ward, Author of On All Fronts

In this episode of Talks at GS, CNN’s Clarissa Ward discusses her memoir On All Fronts: The Education of a Journalist and her experience as an international war correspondent reporting from hot zones around the world including Iraq and Syria.

09 OCT 2020

Michaël Jérémiasz, Paralympian and Former Professional Wheelchair Tennis Player

In this episode of Talks at GS, Paralympian Michaël Jérémiasz discusses the injury that left him wheelchair bound, and his work to change perspectives on disabilities around the globe.

09 OCT 2020

Anne Applebaum, Author of Twilight of Democracy

In this episode of Talks at GS, Anne Applebaum discusses her book, Twilight of Democracy, the historical struggle between democracy and dictatorship, and the rise of populism and the deterioration of democratic institutions in the 21st century.

07 OCT 2020

Fredrik Logevall, Author of JFK: Coming of Age in the American Century, 1917-1956

In this episode of Talks at GS, historian Fredrik Logevall discusses John F. Kennedy’s rise in American life and the ways in which Kennedy’s personal journey reflected the broader political and geopolitical story of America in the mid-20th century.

02 OCT 2020

Insights from Great Investors: Jean Hynes, Managing Partner of Wellington Management

In this episode, Wellington Management Managing Partner Jean Hynes discusses her focus on investing in the healthcare sector, advances that are reshaping the medical field, and the importance of a collaborative investing culture.

01 OCT 2020

Insights from Great Investors: Dawn Fitzpatrick, Chief Investment Officer of Soros Fund Management

In this episode, Soros Fund Management CIO Dawn Fitzpatrick discusses how the pandemic has shaped her investment outlook, why it has accelerated a focus on ESG, and what she thinks differentiates a good investor from a great one.

01 OCT 2020

Insights from Great Investors: David Mussafer, Managing Partner of Advent International

In this episode, Advent Managing Partner David Mussafer discusses how he has kept his pandemic investing strategy focused on the long-term, learning the difference between a great company and a great investment, and why a management team is key to successful investing.

30 SEP 2020

Insights from Great Investors: Scott Bessent, Chief Investment Officer of Key Square Group

In this episode, Key Square Group Chief Investment Officer Scott Bessent discusses the current investing landscape, how the digital transformation has impacted his investing outlook, and how he thinks tech will be disrupted in the future.

30 SEP 2020

Mike Tirico, NBC Sports Host

In this episode of Talks at GS, NBC Sports host Mike Tirico discusses the evolution of sports broadcasting throughout his career, navigating sports coverage amid the pandemic and the intersection of sports and issues of racial equity.

30 SEP 2020

Peter Carlsson, CEO of Northvolt

In this episode of Talks at GS, Peter Carlsson, CEO of Northvolt, explains how green batteries are driving the market transition to renewable energy, and why he sees Europe leading the way in the climate transition.

29 SEP 2020

Insights from Great Investors: Rich Friedman, Chairman of the Merchant Banking Division at Goldman Sachs

In this episode, Rich Friedman, Merchant Banking Division Chairman, discusses the impact of deflationary trends around the world on the investing landscape, his team’s investing focus on the digital transformation and the transition to renewable energy, and why he thinks conviction is key to investing success.

25 SEP 2020

Bernardine Evaristo, Author of Girl, Woman, Other

In this episode of Talks at GS, author Bernardine Evaristo discusses her Booker Prize-winning book Girl, Woman, Other and the crucial role literature plays in educating people on racial equity and Black history.

25 SEP 2020

Heather Hasson and Trina Spear, co-founders and co-CEOs of FIGS

In this episode of Talks at GS, FIGS co-CEOs Heather Hasson and Trina Spear discuss their strategy to upend the $10 billion US market for medical scrubs and their efforts to meet the needs of customers on the frontlines amidst the pandemic.

24 SEP 2020

Insights from Great Investors: Dennis Lynch, Head of Counterpoint Global at Morgan Stanley Investment Management

In this episode, Dennis Lynch, Morgan Stanley’s head of Counterpoint Global, discusses the investment trends accelerated by the pandemic, his approach to building his investing team, and why a key lesson from his career is thinking about the sizing of his investment positions.

24 SEP 2020

Insights from Great Investors: John Connaughton, Co-Managing Partner of Bain Capital

In this episode, Bain Capital Co-Managing Partner John Connaughton discusses how the pandemic has impacted his long-term investing strategy, why he thinks taking “calculated risk” is key to being a successful investor, and key lessons he’s learned from past investments.

23 SEP 2020

Insights from Great Investors: Chris Ailman, Chief Investment Officer of CalSTRS

In this episode, CalSTRS Chief Investment Officer Chris Ailman discusses leading the country’s second largest public pension fund through the pandemic, his long-term outlook on investing, and how he has incorporated ESG into his investing strategy.

23 SEP 2020

Insights from Great Investors: Tom Lister, Co-Managing Partner of Permira

In this episode, Permira Co-Managing Partner Tom Lister discusses the three sectors he is focused on in the investing landscape, why he thinks it is important to sell ahead of an investment’s top performance, and why resilience is a key trait of great investors.

22 SEP 2020

Robert Zoellick, Author of America in the World

In this episode of Talks at GS, Robert Zoellick, former president of the World Bank, discusses his book, America in the World: A History of U.S. Diplomacy and Foreign Policy and the traditions that have defined American foreign policy throughout its history.

22 SEP 2020

Insights from Great Investors: Orlando Bravo, Managing Partner of Thoma Bravo

In this episode, Thoma Bravo managing partner Orlando Bravo discusses why he began investing in software two decades ago, the resiliency of the software business model, and navigating the investing landscape throughout the pandemic.

18 SEP 2020

Insights from Great Investors: Chip Kaye, CEO of Warburg Pincus

In this episode, Warburg Pincus CEO Chip Kaye discusses why he thinks investing is about the “who” as much as the “what” and how living in Asia has influenced his career as an investor.

18 SEP 2020

Jitse Groen, CEO of Just Eat Takeaway.com

In this episode of Talks at GS, Jitse Groen, CEO of Just Eat Takeaway.com, discusses how he grew his business from a start-up in Holland to one of the largest food delivery companies outside of China, the future of the food-technology industry and his advice to other entrepreneurs.

17 SEP 2020

Mike Fries, CEO and Vice Chairman of Liberty Global

In this episode of Talks at GS, Liberty Global CEO Mike Fries discusses the impact of the pandemic on global connectivity, the acceleration of digitalization and the future of the company’s global broadband network.

15 SEP 2020

Hans Vestberg, Chairman and CEO of Verizon Communications

In this episode of Talks at GS, Verizon CEO Hans Vestberg discusses the impact of the pandemic on global connectivity, the expanded use of Verizon’s network for consumers and businesses, and the future of 5G.

15 SEP 2020

Robert Bakish, President and CEO of ViacomCBS

In this episode of Talks at GS, ViacomCBS CEO Robert Bakish discusses the expanding opportunities of streaming, the economics of content creation and the future of the entertainment industry.

15 SEP 2020

Meredith Kopit Levien, CEO of The New York Times Company

In this episode of Talks at GS, the New York Times Company CEO Meredith Kopit Levien discusses the economics of the news industry, the expanding opportunities across digital platforms and navigating modern-day storytelling.

14 SEP 2020

Jia Lynn Yang, Author of One Mighty and Irresistible Tide

In this episode of Talks at GS, journalist Jia Lynn Yang discusses the political struggle over immigration in America following World War I through the passage of the 1965 Immigration and Naturalization Act and the debate over immigration reform in the country today.

14 SEP 2020

Ric Lewis, Executive Chairman of Tristan Capital Partners

In this episode of Talks at GS, Ric Lewis, executive chairman of Tristan Capital Partners, discusses navigating the real estate market throughout the pandemic and his work fostering racial equity and supporting under-representing youth around the world.

11 SEP 2020

Insights from Great Investors: Virginie Morgon, CEO of Eurazeo

In this episode, Eurazeo CEO Virginie Morgon discusses her investment strategy in response to the pandemic, the company’s renewed ESG commitments and why she thinks having self-confidence is key to a successful investing career.

09 SEP 2020

Tristan Walker, Founder and CEO of Walker & Company

In this episode of Talks at GS, Tristan Walker discusses his company’s mission to create health and beauty products for people of color, navigating the retail landscape during the pandemic and fostering greater diversity in the corporate world.

08 SEP 2020

Stephen Hawthornthwaite, Chairman and CEO of Rothy’s

In this episode of Talks at GS, Rothy’s CEO Stephen Hawthornthwaite discusses co-founding and growing a company with a focus on sustainability and his perspectives on the future of the retail landscape both online and in stores.

19 AUG 2020

Insights from Great Investors: Kewsong Lee, CEO of The Carlyle Group

In this episode, Carlyle Group CEO Kewsong Lee discusses how the pandemic has reshaped his investment outlook, why he thinks the biggest risk as an investor is not taking any risk at all, and why EQ—as much as IQ—shapes a successful investing career.

17 AUG 2020

Producer Phil Bertelsen and Historian Abdur-Rahman Muhammad ofWho Killed Malcolm X?

In this episode of Talks at GS, producer Phil Bertelsen and historian Abdur-Rahman Muhammad discuss the documentary series Who Killed Malcolm X?, the role of Malcolm X in the struggle for Black equality and the current conversation on racial equity.

11 AUG 2020

Eddie Glaude Jr., Author of Begin Again: James Baldwin's America and Its Urgent Lessons for Our Own

In this episode of Talks at GS, Princeton professor and author Eddie Glaude Jr. discusses the legacy of 20th century essayist and novelist James Baldwin and why he believes Baldwin’s reflections on America and the Black experience are so relevant today.

11 AUG 2020

Insights from Great Investors: Jon Gray, President and COO of The Blackstone Group

In this episode, Blackstone President and COO Jon Gray discusses the historic dislocation in markets brought on by the pandemic, the themes driving Blackstone’s investment strategy moving forward, and the importance of “high conviction” in his approach to investing.

06 AUG 2020

Insights from Great Investors: George Roberts, Co-Chairman and Co-CEO of KKR

In this episode, KKR co-founder George Roberts shares the keys to his success as an investor, what he learned from one of KKR’s most legendary deals, and the investment opportunities that he is focused on now.

06 AUG 2020

George Roberts, Co-Chairman and Co-CEO of KKR

In this episode of Talks at GS, KKR Co-Chairman and Co-CEO George Roberts discusses founding and growing KKR into a leading global investment firm, the investing principles that have guided his career and investing in a landscape fundamentally altered by the pandemic.

05 AUG 2020

Insights from Great Investors: Jim Coulter, Co-CEO and Founding Partner of TPG

In this episode, TPG co-CEO Jim Coulter talks about investment trends accelerated by the pandemic and why he thinks a good investment strategy is “not consensus.”

05 AUG 2020

Insights from Great Investors: Jean Salata, CEO and Founding Partner of Baring Private Equity Asia

In this episode, Jean Salata, CEO of Baring Private Equity Asia, discusses growing the private equity industry in Asia, navigating the challenges of the pandemic, and investment opportunities in the years ahead.

05 AUG 2020

Dominique Ansel, Author of Everyone Can Bake

In this episode of Talks at GS, Dominique Ansel discusses building an international bakery business known for its inventiveness (including the legendary Cronut), how he is evolving his business in the midst of the economic shutdown and his new book, Everyone Can Bake.

03 AUG 2020

Rodney McMullen, Chairman and CEO of The Kroger Company

In this episode of Talks at GS, Kroger CEO Rodney McMullen discusses leading the nation’s largest supermarket chain through the economic shutdown, the impact of the crisis on the nation’s food supply and the expected digital transformation of the grocery business.

27 JUL 2020

Dr. Khalil Gibran Muhammad, Professor of History, Race and Public Policy at Harvard Kennedy School

In this episode of Talks at GS, Dr. Khalil Gibran Muhammad discusses his work studying the history of systemic racism in America and what the response to George Floyd's death means for the future of police reform.

22 JUL 2020

Cori “Coco” Gauff, Professional Tennis Player

In this episode of Talks at GS, Cori “Coco” Gauff discusses her breakthrough season in the Women’s Tennis Association, her views on the future of women’s tennis and how she is using her platform to speak out on issues related to racial equity.

21 JUL 2020

Michael Dell, Chairman and CEO of Dell Technologies

In this episode of Talks at GS, Michael Dell discusses leading Dell Technologies through these challenging times, the rapid acceleration of remote workforce technologies and the digital divide that has been exacerbated during the economic shutdown.

21 JUL 2020

Doreen Lawrence, Baroness Lawrence of Clarendon, OBE

In this episode of Talks at GS, Doreen Lawrence, Baroness Lawrence of Clarendon, discusses her work campaigning for justice following her son Stephen’s 1993 murder and her views on race relations today.

17 JUL 2020

John Dickerson, Author of The Hardest Job in the World: The American Presidency

In this episode of Talks at GS, author and 60 Minutes correspondent John Dickerson shares his insights on the evolution of the presidency and presidential campaigns.

16 JUL 2020

Zachary Carter, Author of The Price of Peace: Money, Democracy, and the Life of John Maynard Keynes

In this episode of Talks at GS, author Zachary Carter shares insights from his new book on the life and times of economist John Maynard Keynes and why he believes Keynesian economics are key to understanding the policy response to the pandemic.

13 JUL 2020

David Cote, Former Chairman and CEO of Honeywell

In this episode of Talks at GS, David Cote discusses lessons from his time at the helm at Honeywell, as described in his new book Winning Now, Winning Later, along with his views on leading through crisis and the future of digital transformation.

08 JUL 2020

Chris Wallace, Anchor of Fox News Sunday

In this of Talks at GS episode, Chris Wallace discusses his new book Countdown 1945: The Extraordinary Story of the Atomic Bomb and the 116 Days That Changed the World and his experience as a journalist covering presidents spanning five decades.

01 JUL 2020

Leslie Odom Jr., Original Cast Member of Hamilton

In this episode of Talks at GS, Leslie Odom Jr. discusses the role that the arts play in the current conversation around racial equity, the release of Hamilton as a film, and the continuing cultural relevance of the story of the musical since its 2015 Broadway debut.

22 JUN 2020

Val Ackerman, Commissioner of the Big East Conference

In this episode of Talks at GS, Big East Conference Commissioner Val Ackerman discusses navigating the conference through COVID-19, the future of live sports and her ideas to foster greater diversity in college and professional athletics.

22 JUN 2020

Right Honourable David Lammy, Member of Parliament for Tottenham

In this episode of Talks at GS, David Lammy, member of Parliament for Tottenham, discusses race relations in the UK, his work campaigning for social justice and the impact of the coronavirus on the Asian, Black and minority ethnic communities.

19 JUN 2020

Marc Morial, President and CEO of the National Urban League

In this episode of Talks at GS, National Urban League President and CEO Marc Morial discusses the national protests following the death of George Floyd, the debate surrounding police reform and how to address systemic racism throughout various American institutions.

11 JUN 2020

Scott Mills, President of BET Networks

In this episode of Talks at GS, BET Networks President Scott Mills discusses systemic racism, violence and inequality in American life; BET’s efforts to empower black Americans through its programming; and ways in which protest can lead to sustainable change.

11 JUN 2020

Mayors LaToya Cantrell, Eric Johnson, and Nan Whaley

In this episode of Talks at GS, mayors Eric Johnson (Dallas, TX), Nan Whaley (Dayton, OH), and LaToya Cantrell (New Orleans, LA) discuss how they are thinking about the way forward for their communities post-pandemic and on issues of racial equality.

10 JUN 2020

Dr. Susan David, Alex Gorsky, and Dr. Mark McClellan

In this episode of Talks at GS, psychologist Susan David, Johnson & Johnson CEO Alex Gorsky, and Dr. Mark McClellan discuss the healthcare response to COVID-19 and how to protect, educate and empower your workforce.

10 JUN 2020

Peter Oppenheimer, Goldman Sachs Chief Global Equity Strategist

In this episode of Talks at GS, Goldman Sachs Research’s Peter Oppenheimer discusses his new book, The Long Good Buy: Analyzing Cycles in the Markets, his assessment of the current market cycle, and his views on how the policy response to COVID-19 will impact the future of the markets.

09 JUN 2020

Ben Cardin, Steve Daines, Maggie Hassan, US Senators

In this episode of Talks at GS, US Senators Ben Cardin, Steve Daines, and Maggie Hassan discuss the federal government’s efforts to assist small business owners impacted by the economic shutdown.

28 MAY 2020

Corie Barry, Chief Executive Officer of Best Buy

In this episode of Talks at GS, Best Buy CEO Corie Barry discusses leading the consumer electronics retailer through COVID-19, and how it has led to a transformation of the retail environment and the customer’s experience.

20 MAY 2020

Eric Yuan, Founder and CEO of Zoom

In this episode of Talks at GS, Zoom CEO Eric Yuan discusses the recent acceleration of the video conferencing business and how the digital transformation will impact the future of work.

19 MAY 2020

Jared Diamond, Author of Upheaval

In this episode of Talks at GS, Jared Diamond discusses his latest book, Upheaval, in which he analyzes how nations have coped with challenges throughout history, and gives his perspective on how lessons from past challenges can apply today.

13 MAY 2020

Philip Jansen, Chief Executive Officer of BT Group

In this episode of Talks at GS, BT Group CEO Philip Jansen discusses leading the global telecommunications company through COVID-19, the impact that COVID-19 is having on the telecommunications industry, and the future of global connectivity.

11 MAY 2020

Bernard Looney, Chief Executive Officer of BP

In this episode of Talks at GS, BP CEO Bernard Looney discusses leading the global energy company through COVID-19, the company’s continued commitment to its sustainability goals, and his insights on the state of the global energy market.

07 MAY 2020

Daniel Susskind, Author of A World Without Work

In this episode of Talks at GS, economist Daniel Susskind discusses the impact of coronavirus on the global workforce and how technology has transformed the future of work.

05 MAY 2020

António Guterres, United Nations Secretary-General

In this episode of Talks at GS, UN Secretary-General António Guterres discusses leading the UN’s global response to COVID-19 and the health, economic and human rights implications of the pandemic across the world.

27 APR 2020

Deepak Chopra, MD, Founder of The Chopra Foundation

In this episode of Talks at GS, Deepak Chopra, MD, discusses his insights on well-being, mindfulness and purpose during these challenging times.

24 APR 2020

The State of the Real Estate Market

In this episode of Talks at GS, Goldman Sachs’ Sharmin Mossavar-Rahmani discusses the state of the real estate market with a group of business leaders.

22 APR 2020

Kevin Love, Professional Basketball Player

In this episode of Talks at GS, professional basketball player Kevin Love discusses his struggles with mental health, his work to empower others to overcome their own challenges, and the impact of coronavirus on professional sports.

20 APR 2020

Paul Farmer CBE, CEO of Mind

In this episode of Talks at GS, Mind CEO Paul Farmer CBE discusses the impact of the coronavirus pandemic on global mental health and well-being and how the organization is adapting treatments in the midst of the crisis.

20 APR 2020

Jeff Maggioncalda, CEO of Coursera

In this episode of Talks at GS, Jeff Maggioncalda discusses the challenges that are currently transforming the education landscape.

15 APR 2020

Adm. Timothy J. Keating, USN (Ret.) and Brig. Gen. Robert S. Spalding III, USAF (Ret.)

In this episode of Talks at GS, Admiral Timothy Keating, the former Commander of the US Pacific Command, and Brigadier General Robert S. Spalding III, the former Senior Director for Strategic Planning at the National Security Council, discuss coronavirus and the geopolitical implications for China.

14 APR 2020

An Update on Therapies and Vaccines

In this episode of Talks at GS, Goldman Sachs’ Sharmin Mossavar-Rahmani discusses the latest developments on COVID-19 therapies and vaccines with a group of leading experts.

09 APR 2020

Jovita Carranza, Administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration

In this episode of Talks at GS, Jovita Carranza, the administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), discusses her leadership of the SBA during the coronavirus pandemic, the economic impact of the pandemic on the small business community, and federal relief for that community during the crisis.

1 APR 2020

Jonathan Karl, Chief White House Correspondent for ABC News

Journalist Jonathan Karl discusses covering the Trump administration during the coronavirus crisis as well as his insights from covering President Trump for decades, as described in his new book, Front Row at the Trump Show.

30 MAR 2020

US Senators Marco Rubio and Ben Cardin

In this episode of Talks at GS, US Senators Marco Rubio and Ben Cardin discuss the federal policy response to the coronavirus pandemic and how the recently passed Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act impacts small businesses.

26 MAR 2020

An Update on the Economic and Public Health Implications of Coronavirus for Europe

In this episode of Talks at GS, Goldman Sachs’ Sharmin Mossavar-Rahmani discusses the economic and public health implications of coronavirus for Europe with a number of leading health and economic experts.

20 MAR 2020

A Coronavirus Update with Leading Health Experts and Business Leaders

In this episode of Talks at GS, Goldman Sachs’ Sharmin Mossavar-Rahmani discusses coronavirus testing, hospital readiness and the search for a therapy and vaccine with a number of leading health experts and business leaders.

17 MAR 2020

Dr. Michael Mina of the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health

In this episode of Talks at GS, Dr. Michael Mina of the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health discusses the evolving understanding of COVID-19 biology and epidemiology and approaches to “flatten the curve” in the context of diagnostics, potential therapeutics and vaccines.

06 MAR 2020

Adam Higginbotham, Author of Midnight in Chernobyl

Adam Higginbotham discusses his investigation into the 1986 disaster at the Chernobyl Atomic Energy Station; the legacy of the disaster for the people of Chernobyl; and what the disaster meant for the Soviet Union prior to its collapse. Watch Video

02 MAR 2020

Barry Sonnenfeld, Filmmaker and Author of Call Your Mother

Filmmaker Barry Sonnenfeld discusses his journey in filmmaking, from cinematographer for the Coen brothers to director of blockbuster films like the Men in Black series; and his views on the business of filmmaking.

27 FEB 2020

Andrew Roberts, Historian and Author of Leadership in War

Andrew Roberts discusses lessons learned from studying some of the most consequential leaders in history, from Napoleon Bonaparte to Margaret Thatcher, and the qualities that shaped their tenures, particularly during times of war. Watch Video

26 FEB 2020

Rahm Emanuel, Former Chicago Mayor and Author of The Nation City

Rahm Emanuel discusses his views on the role of local governments in tackling some of the greatest challenges in society and reflections on his journey from the White House to Congress to City Hall. Watch Video

21 FEB 2020

Professor Peter Piot, Director of the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine

Infectious disease expert Peter Piot discusses the origination, spread and management of COVID-19, lessons from his prior work discovering and managing the Ebola virus, and steps to take to prepare for future outbreaks.

21 FEB 2020

Alexandre Arnault, CEO of RIMOWA

Alexandre Arnault discusses taking over RIMOWA at the age of 25 and his strategy to reshape the brand and expand its global presence while maintaining its focus on craftsmanship and sustainability. Watch Video

19 FEB 2020

Ken Mehlman, KKR’s Global Head of Public Affairs and Co-Head of Global Impact

Ken Mehlman discusses his journey from national politics to financial services, KKR’s strategy to align financial performance and social impact, and his perspective on the state of American politics. Watch Video

13 FEB 2020

Scott Budnick, Film Producer and CEO of One Community

Scott Budnick discusses his career shift from producer of blockbuster comedies like “The Hangover” to films with socially relevant themes, including “Just Mercy,” and his work on behalf of social justice and criminal justice reform. Watch Video

12 FEB 2020

Andy Jassy, Chief Executive Officer of Amazon Web Services

Amazon Web Services CEO Andy Jassy discusses what drives innovation at large organizations, how artificial intelligence and the cloud are both shaping the future and his perspective on the keys to managing information security.

12 FEB 2020

Theresia Gouw, Founding Partner of Acrew Capital

Venture capitalist Theresia Gouw discusses what she looks for in an early stage company, the opportunities from building a diverse investor team, and the state of venture capital in Silicon Valley. Watch Video

12 FEB 2020

Jack Goldsmith, Author of In Hoffa’s Shadow

Jack Goldsmith discusses his examination of the disappearance of former Teamsters leader Jimmy Hoffa in 1975, the impact of Hoffa’s story on Goldsmith’s own life and the evolution of the American labor movement and Hoffa’s legacy. Watch Video

11 FEB 2020

Eric Johnson, Mayor of Dallas

Dallas Mayor Eric Johnson discusses his career and entry into politics, advice for the next generation of leaders, and the growing economic opportunities in Dallas. Watch Video

05 FEB 2020

Toni Petersson, Chief Executive Officer of Oatly

Oatly CEO Toni Petersson discusses the company’s strategy to transform the non-dairy sector, the forces behind a growth in plant-based diets, and why sustainability is core to the company’s mission. Watch Video

31 JAN 2020

Alastair Campbell, Political Strategist and Mind Ambassador

Alastair Campbell, political strategist and former director of communications for Prime Minister Tony Blair, discusses his experience with depression, how he copes with the disease and his perspective on mental health issues among young people. Watch Video

24 JAN 2020

David Katz, Founder and CEO of The Plastic Bank

The Plastic Bank Founder and CEO David Katz discusses his model to reduce pollution in the world’s oceans by monetizing plastic to help alleviate poverty. Watch Video

22 JAN 2020

Leon Black, Chairman and CEO of Apollo Global Management

Leon Black discusses co-founding Apollo three decades ago and how he helped build it into one of the world’s leading investment firms. He also spoke about his views on the future of the global private equity industry. Watch Video

21 JAN 2020

Karlie Kloss, Model and Founder of Kode With Klossy

Karlie Kloss discusses her journey to becoming one of the world’s most famous models, her work supporting girls and young women to become leaders in tech, and how she’s built a personal brand that emphasizes inclusivity and empowerment.

17 JAN 2020

Steve Inskeep, NPR Host and Author of Imperfect Union

NPR host Steve Inskeep discusses the important roles the subjects of his new book—Jessie and John Frémont—played in American history as well as why he thinks audio remains such a powerful storytelling tool in today’s news environment. Watch Video

19 DEC 2019

David M. Rubenstein, The Carlyle Group Co-Founder and Author of 'The American Story'

David M. Rubenstein discusses his path to founding The Carlyle Group and why he believes understanding US history is critical to civil discourse and American democracy. Watch Video

11 DEC 2019

Former Ambassador Nikki Haley, Author of With All Due Respect

Former Ambassador Nikki Haley discusses her experience as a leader in both domestic and foreign affairs. Watch Video

10 DEC 2019

Stephen Schwarzman, Blackstone CEO and Author of What It Takes

Stephen Schwarzman, the co-founder and CEO of Blackstone, discusses his experience building one of the world’s leading investment firms. Watch Video

6 DEC 2019

Daniel Lubetzky, Founder and Executive Chairman of KIND Snacks

Daniel Lubetzky discusses founding and building a billion-dollar snack bar brand in an increasingly competitive market and how social consciousness drives the mission of KIND Snacks.

26 NOV 2019

Paul Lindley OBE, Founder of Ella’s Kitchen

Ella’s Kitchen Founder Paul Lindley OBE discusses the inspiration behind the popular baby food brand, his work to improve childhood nutrition and how businesses can balance purpose and profit. Watch Video

25 NOV 2019

Tom Brokaw, Author of The Fall of Richard Nixon: A Reporter Remembers Watergate

Former NBC Nightly News anchor Tom Brokaw discusses the lasting lessons from covering the Watergate scandal as a young White House correspondent and his views on how the modern news media covers politics in America.

15 NOV 2019

Safi Bahcall, Author of Loonshots

Safi Bahcall discusses his book, Loonshots: How to Nurture the Crazy Ideas That Win Wars, Cure Diseases, and Transform Industries, and how the principles of physics can be applied to human behavior in organizations to spark innovation. Watch Video

13 NOV 2019

The Most Rev. Michael Curry, Presiding Bishop of The Episcopal Church

The Most Rev. Michael Curry discusses becoming the first African-American Presiding Bishop of the Episcopal Church and why he prioritizes speaking out on issues of social justice, including race relations and marriage equality. Watch Video

11 NOV 2019

Dr. Mark Esper, US Secretary of Defense

US Secretary of Defense Mark Esper reflects on his service in the US Army, his views on events shaping America’s national security interests globally and his thoughts on running the largest employer in the country. Watch Video

5 NOV 2019

Rick Atkinson, Author of The British Are Coming: The War for America, Lexington to Princeton, 1775-1777

Historian Rick Atkinson discusses his new historical trilogy on the American Revolution, the enduring lessons from the early battles of that war and the key figures at the center of the fight – from George Washington to King George III. Watch Video

4 NOV 2019

Wes Moore, CEO of Robin Hood

Wes Moore discusses his journey from troubled youth to combat veteran to philanthropic leader and the innovative ways that Robin Hood is tackling the systemic roots of poverty in New York City. Watch Video

28 OCT 2019

Former Ambassador Susan Rice, Author of Tough Love

Former Ambassador Susan Rice discusses her experience tackling some of the biggest foreign policy challenges of the Obama Administration and forging a path in the highest levels of government. Watch Video

25 OCT 2019

Eric Foner, Author of The Second Founding: How the Civil War and Reconstruction Remade the Constitution

Eric Foner discusses how passage of the 13th, 14th and 15th amendments reshaped American democracy and how the Reconstruction era continues to influence the modern debate around fundamental rights and their constitutional interpretation. Watch Video

24 OCT 2019

Lord John Browne, Author of Make, Think, Imagine: Engineering the Future of Civilization

Former BP CEO Lord John Browne discusses the future of the fossil fuel industry, why engineering has been so critical to advancing civilization, and how social policy is adapting to those advances. Watch Video

23 OCT 2019

Kirsten Green, Founding Partner of Forerunner Ventures

Kirsten Green discusses the investing approach that has guided her success as a venture capital investor in fashion, beauty and lifestyle brands, as well as her views on the constantly-shifting consumer landscape. Watch Video

17 OCT 2019

Gwyneth Paltrow, Founder and CEO of goop

In this episode, filmed at Goldman Sachs’ Builders + Innovators Summit, Gwyneth Paltrow discusses her journey from actor to entrepreneur, lessons she has learned from building her business, and her views on the future of the wellness industry. Watch Video

17 OCT 2019

Ethan Brown, Founder and CEO of Beyond Meat

In this episode, filmed at Goldman Sachs’ Builders + Innovators Summit, Ethan Brown discusses the mission behind the plant-based meat company and how the company’s product and business model is connected to tackling broader global issues. Watch Video

17 OCT 2019

Koby Altman, General Manager of the Cleveland Cavaliers

In this episode, filmed at Goldman Sachs’ Builders + Innovators Summit, Koby Altman discusses how he evaluates talent for the Cleveland Cavaliers, the impact technology has had on the game, and how he is building the culture of the team. Watch Video

17 OCT 2019

Bob Pittman, Chairman and CEO of iHeartMedia

In this episode, filmed at Goldman Sachs’ Builders + Innovators Summit, Bob Pittman discusses growing iHeartMedia into the largest radio network in the country and the key to connecting with consumers in an ever-changing media landscape. Watch Video

16 OCT 2019

Dr. Arie Belldegrun, Co-Founder and Executive Chairman, Allogene Therapeutics

In this episode, filmed at Goldman Sachs’ Builders + Innovators Summit, Dr. Arie Belldegrun discusses his journey to medicine and research, his groundbreaking work in the field of immunotherapy, and turning that work into a successful business.

16 OCT 2019

Julia Hartz, Co-Founder and CEO of Eventbrite

In this episode, filmed at Goldman Sachs’ Builders + Innovators Summit, Julia Hartz discusses merging a digital platform with live experiences, reflections on becoming a public company, and why the company’s culture has been key to its success. Watch Video

15 OCT 2019

Adam Rippon, Author of Beautiful on the Outside

Adam Rippon discusses his journey to becoming a world-renowned skater, making history as the first openly gay US athlete to medal in the Winter Olympics, and his efforts to advocate for LGBT rights in the US and around the world. Watch Video

11 OCT 2019

Patrick Radden Keefe, Author of Say Nothing: A True Story of Murder and Memory in Northern Ireland

Patrick Radden Keefe discusses his gripping historical account of the bitter conflict in Northern Ireland known as the Troubles, and the true crime story at the center of his most recent book, Say Nothing. Watch Video

10 OCT 2019

Mitt Romney, US Senator from Utah

US Senator Mitt Romney discusses his perspectives on the current political landscape both at home and around the world and his views on American foreign policy during a time of rising geopolitical tensions. Watch Video

8 OCT 2019

Scott Kupor, Managing Partner at Andreessen Horowitz

Scott Kupor discusses his time in the venture-capital community in Silicon Valley, his outlook on the future of the VC industry and how his new book can help entrepreneurs better understand how venture capital works. Watch Video

8 OCT 2019

Stuart J. Russell, Author of Human Compatible: AI and the Problem of Control

Computer scientist Stuart J. Russell discusses how artificial intelligence is shaping both the future of innovation and the future of work and his views on how society can adapt to those changes. Watch Video

4 OCT 2019

Kaspar Basse, Founder and Chairman of Joe & The Juice

Kaspar Basse discusses his experience launching and running Joe & The Juice over the last 17 years, his efforts to bring continuous innovation to the industry and why he says people are the secret to his success. Watch Video

4 OCT 2019

Kewsong Lee, Co-CEO of The Carlyle Group

Kewsong Lee discusses taking the helm at The Carlyle Group, his vision for the future of the business and the challenges and opportunities of investing in a shifting macroeconomic landscape. Watch Video

26 SEP 2019

James Grant, Founder of Grant’s Interest Rate Observer

James Grant discusses his perspectives on the forces shaping financial markets, and why the insights of Walter Bagehot, the Victorian-era banker, journalist, and editor of The Economist remain deeply relevant in today’s economy. Watch Video

23 SEPT 2019

Richard A. Clarke, National Security Expert and Author

National security expert and author Richard A. Clarke discusses the pivotal role of cyber security at the intersection of America’s economic, foreign policy and national security interests. Watch Video

20 SEPT 2019

Dr. Denis Mukwege, Nobel Laureate and Founder of Panzi Hospital

Nobel Laureate Dr. Denis Mukwege discusses his pioneering approach to treating victims of sexual violence in the Democratic Republic of Congo and his work to end the scourge of gender-based violence around the world. Watch Video

18 SEP 2019

Brian Roberts, Comcast Chairman and CEO

Comcast Chairman and CEO Brian Roberts discusses the cable company’s strategy in the evolving direct-to-consumer space in an era of increased cord-cutting and competition among streaming platforms. Watch Video

18 SEP 2019

Leda Braga, CEO of Systematica Investments

Leda Braga discusses founding and building the culture of the investing firm Systematica Investments, how science and technology drives her investment strategy, and her observations on the latest trends in the systematic investing landscape. Watch Video

18 SEP 2019

Michael Rapino, Live Nation Entertainment President and CEO

President and CEO of Live Nation Entertainment Michael Rapino discusses the company’s strategy behind expanding the global market for touring and ticketing and how that expansion is linked to the growing “experience economy.” Watch Video

18 SEP 2019

Evan Spiegel, Co-Founder and CEO of Snap Inc.

Snap Inc. Co-Founder and CEO Evan Spiegel discusses how social media is transforming the way people communicate and consume content, from news to gaming, and weighs in on the debate surrounding the privacy of social media users. Watch Video

17 SEP 2019

Brian Grazer, Academy Award-winning Producer

Brian Grazer discusses the films and television shows that have defined his career; the future of the constantly evolving entertainment landscape; and insights from his latest book, Face to Face: The Art of Human Connection. Watch Video

17 SEP 2019

David Zaslav, Discovery President and CEO

Discovery President and CEO David Zaslav discusses his company’s targeted approach to programming in the ever-expanding content ecosystem and how the company has integrated technology and commerce as a part of the viewer experience. Watch Video

16 SEP 2019

Jonathan Stafford and Wendy Whelan, New York City Ballet

New York City Ballet leaders Jonathan Stafford and Wendy Whelan discuss the experience of taking over the largest ballet company in the US during a tumultuous time in its history and their vision for the future of ballet. Watch Video

04 SEP 2019

US Sen. Tom Cotton, Author, Sacred Duty

US Senator Tom Cotton discusses his views on key ideas driving foreign policy in a shifting geopolitical climate and reflects on his time serving in the US Army, including in The Old Guard, performing funerals for fallen soldiers. Watch Video

09 AUG 2019

Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds and Small Business Owner Jenny Steffensmeier

Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds and small business owner Jenny Steffensmeier discuss the issues on the minds of Iowa voters and why the state’s economy is appealing for small business owners. Watch Video

09 AUG 2019

Tyra Banks, CEO of The Tyra Banks Company

Tyra Banks discusses her groundbreaking career as a supermodel, her perspectives as an entrepreneur, and how she has become an expert in building a personal brand. Watch Video

08 AUG 2019

J.J. Redick, NBA Player and Podcast Host

J.J. Redick discusses the approach to basketball that has defined his career from the Duke Blue Devils to the NBA, why he prioritizes mentoring younger players, and his success off-court as the host of his own podcast. Watch Video

07 AUG 2019

Veronika Scott, CEO of The Empowerment Plan

Veronika Scott—CEO of The Empowerment Plan, a Detroit non-profit that hires previously homeless women to make clothing for the homeless—discusses her efforts to break the cycle of poverty using Detroit’s manufacturing prowess. Watch Video

05 AUG 2019

Brad Katsuyama, CEO of IEX

IEX CEO Brad Katsuyama discusses the philosophy behind IEX’s mission to “build fairer markets” and how his role in Michael Lewis’ 2014 book Flash Boys helped shaped the debate around high-frequency trading. Watch Video

01 AUG 2019

Darren Walker, President of the Ford Foundation

Ford Foundation President Darren Walker discusses his journey from childhood poverty in rural Texas to running a $13 billion endowment as well as his efforts to rethink how philanthropies can help fight social inequality. Watch Video

18 JUL 2019

Cecile Richards, Co-Founder of Supermajority

Cecile Richards discusses her decades-long work as an organizer and activist for women’s rights and social justice, and her current efforts to get more women involved in politics through a nonpartisan organization, Supermajority. Watch Video

16 JUL 2019

Jim Hackett, President and CEO of Ford Motor Company

Ford Motor Company President and CEO Jim Hackett discusses his leadership of the iconic American brand during a time of disruption and evolution in the auto industry and his views on the forces that will shape the future of Ford. Watch Video

15 JUL 2019

Shaquill and Shaquem Griffin, NFL Players

NFL players Shaquill and Shaquem Griffin discuss the story behind Shaquem’s extraordinary efforts to become the first one-handed player in the modern NFL and the work they are doing to inspire inclusivity in sports. Watch Video

09 JUL 2019

John Fallon, Chief Executive of Pearson

Pearson chief executive John Fallon discusses the digitalization of learning, how the company has embraced AI and why the future of education is linked to the future of work. Watch Video

09 JUL 2019

Rebecca Minkoff, Fashion Designer

Rebecca Minkoff discusses building her eponymous fashion brand, how technology and social media are driving the fashion industry and her efforts to support women-led businesses through the Female Founder Collective. Watch Video

01 JUL 2019

Andre Iguodala, Golden State Warriors

Three-time NBA champion Andre Iguodala discusses his experiences as the swingman for the Golden State Warriors, his emergence as a prominent Silicon Valley tech investor, and reflections from his new book, The Sixth Man: A Memoir. Watch Video

27 JUN 2019

Esera Tuaolo, Retired NFL Player and LGBT Advocate

Esera Tuaolo discusses his decade-long football career as a defensive tackle in the NFL and his advocacy for more diversity and inclusion in sports. Watch Video

24 JUN 2019

Stacey Cunningham, President of the NYSE Group

Stacey Cunningham discusses her journey at the NYSE from one-time intern to its first female president and her efforts to bring innovation and efficiency to the NYSE during a time of evolution in the marketplace. Watch Video

21 JUN 2019

Ash Carter, Former US Secretary of Defense

Former US Secretary of Defense Ash Carter discusses his views on key issues in US foreign policy and the role of technology and innovation in addressing America’s greatest national security challenges. Watch Video

20 JUN 2019

Kat Cole, COO and President of North America for Focus Brands

Kat Cole of Focus Brands discusses her rise from server at Hooters to food industry leader and her outlook on the future of the quick-service restaurant business from the impact of technology to meeting the demands of more health-conscious consumers. Watch Video

17 JUN 2019

Ian Bremmer, President and Founder of Eurasia Group

Geopolitical expert Ian Bremmer discusses the forces driving the debate between populists and globalists around the world and gives his insights on the political risks shaping markets and the geopolitical landscape. Watch Video

11 JUN 2019

Jason Rezaian, Author of Prisoner

Washington Post journalist Jason Rezaian discusses his harrowing 544 days in Iran’s notorious Evin prison and his views on the rising tensions between the US and Iran, and the growing pressures on media freedom around the world. Watch Video

06 JUN 2019

George F. Will, Author of The Conservative Sensibility

Washington Post conservative columnist George F. Will discusses the history and future of modern American conservatism and his views on the forces shaping the current political landscape. Watch Video

23 MAY 2019

Mark Teixeira, Retired Major League Baseball Player

Retired New York Yankees first baseman Mark Teixeira shares highlights from his 14-season career playing in Major League Baseball, his thoughts on the future of the game, and his work off the field as a philanthropist. Watch Video

22 MAY 2019

Douglas Brinkley, Historian and Author of American Moonshot

Historian Douglas Brinkley discusses President John F. Kennedy’s challenge to “go to the moon” that inspired a generation and how the Apollo 11 mission changed the world and our perceptions of the possibilities of human discovery. Watch Video

17 MAY 2019

Niklas Zennström, CEO of Atomico and Co-Founder of Skype

Niklas Zennström, CEO and Founding Partner of Atomico and founder of Skype, discusses his journey as a tech entrepreneur and his views on how the tech community is putting a new focus on addressing broader societal issues. Watch Video

13 MAY 2019

Saadia Zahidi, Author of Fifty Million Rising

Saadia Zahidi, author of Fifty Million Rising, discusses the “quiet revolution” of Muslim women entering the workforce, and the cultural and economic shifts it is causing throughout the Muslim world. Watch Video

13 MAY 2019

Amb. Bruce Heyman and Vicki Heyman, Co-Authors of The Art of Diplomacy

Former US Ambassador to Canada, Bruce Heyman, and former American cultural envoy to Canada, Vicki Heyman, discuss diplomacy as an essential tool for maintaining world order, why the relationship between Canada and the US remains one of the most important bilateral relationships in the world, and how the two countries can work together to drive the global agenda. Watch Video

26 APR 2019

Scott Harrison, Founder and CEO of charity: water

Charity: water CEO Scott Harrison discusses his journey from nightclub promoter to philanthropist, his work to bring clean water to underserved communities around the world, and how he is disrupting the way nonprofits recruit talent. Watch Video

23 APR 2019

Terry Finley, President and CEO of West Point Thoroughbreds

President and CEO of West Point Thoroughbreds Terry Finley discusses the business of horse racing from his vantage point of running the largest thoroughbred partnership management company in the world and his 2017 Kentucky Derby win with “Always Dreaming.” Watch Video

22 APR 2019

Michael Oppenheimer, Nobel Prize-winning Climate Scientist

Climate scientist Michael Oppenheimer discusses his decades-long work on the issue of climate change, his assessment of how to confront the growing threat, and the political debate surrounding it. Watch Video

17 APR 2019

Vijay Shekhar Sharma, Founder and CEO of Paytm

In this episode, filmed at the Builders + Innovators Summit in Asia, Paytm Founder and CEO Vijay Shekhar Sharma discusses how the mobile payments company has helped transform the economy in India and what is next in the digital ecosystem for consumers. Watch Video

17 APR 2019

Hooi Ling Tan, Co-Founder of Grab

In this episode, filmed at the Builders + Innovators Summit in Asia, Grab Co-Founder Hooi Ling Tan discusses growing the ride-hailing platform in Southeast Asia and how digitizing the region’s economy has helped empower both drivers and customers. Watch Video

17 APR 2019

Hugh Herr, Co-Director of MIT Center for Extreme Bionics

In this episode, filmed at the Builders + Innovators Summit in Asia, MIT Media Lab professor Hugh Herr, who lost his legs in a climbing accident, discusses how technological innovations have altered the future for people with physical disabilities. Watch Video

16 APR 2019

Ming Mei, Co-Founder and CEO of GLP

In this episode, filmed at the Builders + Innovators Summit in Asia, GLP Co-Founder and CEO Ming Mei discusses the business of logistics from real estate to fund management and how he incorporates the latest technology to scale the business globally. Watch Video

17 APR 2019

Lei Zhang, Founder and CEO of Hillhouse Capital

In this episode, filmed at the Builders + Innovators Summit in Asia, Hillhouse Capital Founder and CEO Lei Zhang discusses the business landscape in Asia and his outlook on the future of entrepreneurship. Watch Video

16 APR 2019

Joseph Tsai, Co-Founder and Executive Vice Chairman of Alibaba Group

In this episode of Talks at GS, filmed at the Builders + Innovators Summit in Asia, Joseph Tsai discusses how Alibaba thinks about expanding its ecosystem of businesses beyond ecommerce and the opportunities of the digital economy from retail to cloud computing. Watch Video

15 APR 2019

David W. Blight, Author of Frederick Douglass: Prophet of Freedom

David W. Blight discusses his Pulitzer Prize-winning biography of Frederick Douglass, Douglass’s path from slave to statesman, and why his ideas about freedom, equality and the promise of American idealism feel distinctly modern today. Watch Video

12 APR 2019

POLITICO Playbook’s Anna Palmer and Jake Sherman, Co-Authors of The Hill to Die On

Jake Sherman and Anna Palmer, co-authors of POLITICO Playbook, discuss writing a daily must-read newsletter for political insiders, their take on the state of American politics and their outlook on the 2020 presidential campaign. Watch Video

05 APR 2019

Ajay Banga, President and CEO of Mastercard

Mastercard President and CEO Ajay Banga shares his insights on leading and driving growth in a digital-first world, the challenges of cyber security and why a shift towards a cashless society will help drive financial inclusion. Watch Video

29 MAR 2019

Dame Ellen MacArthur, World Record-Breaking Sailor

Dame Ellen MacArthur discusses her world record-breaking sailing career and her current efforts to create a more “circular” economy, where resources and power recirculate and regenerate to eliminate plastic waste and pollution. Watch Video

28 MAR 2019

Anya Hindmarch, Fashion Designer

Fashion designer Anya Hindmarch discusses the innovation driving her fashion business, the storytelling in her designs and how technology continues to change the way she markets her products to the consumer. Watch Video

26 MAR 2019

Dr. Zeke Emanuel, Oncologist and Bioethicist

Oncologist and bioethicist Dr. Zeke Emanuel discusses the ongoing debate over the Affordable Care Act, his ideas on regulating drug prices and the reforms that he believes could transform the way health care is delivered. Watch Video

26 MAR 2019

Brig. Gen. Jeannie M. Leavitt, Commander, Air Force Recruiting Service

Brig. Gen. Jeannie M. Leavitt discusses being the first female fighter pilot in the US Air Force and her efforts to create a more balanced and diverse military to confront the challenges of a shifting international security landscape. Watch Video

22 MAR 2019

David Wallace-Wells, Author of The Uninhabitable Earth: A Story of the Future

David Wallace-Wells, deputy editor of New York Magazine, discusses the growing threat of climate change as told through his book, The Uninhabitable Earth: A Story of the Future, and his ideas on how to combat it. Watch Video

19 MAR 2019

US Sen. Doug Jones, Author of Bending Toward Justice

US Senator Doug Jones of Alabama discusses the 1963 16th Street Baptist Church bombing in Birmingham, his work in pursuing convictions against two of the perpetrators decades later and his efforts to find middle ground in American politics. Watch Video

18 MAR 2019

Evan Thomas, Author of First: Sandra Day O’Connor

Historian Evan Thomas discusses the life and legacy of Justice Sandra Day O’Connor, including her role as the Supreme Court’s “swing vote” for nearly a quarter of a century on some of the most significant and divisive issues of our time. Watch Video

15 MAR 2019

Julie Sweet, Chief Executive Officer of Accenture North America

Accenture North America CEO Julie Sweet discusses her path from practicing attorney to corporate leader and her perspectives on the most significant trends driving the technological transformation of the economy – from AI to 5G. Watch Video

14 MAR 2019

Highlights in Europe

Talks at GS gathers leading thinkers, innovators and entrepreneurs, and in Europe these have included David Beckham, Yotam Ottolenghi and Ella Woodward, to share their insights and ideas shaping the world. Watch Video

05 MAR 2019

John Kelly, Ret. US Marine Corps General and Former White House Chief of Staff

Retired US Marine Corps general and former White House Chief of Staff John Kelly reflects on his tenure in the Trump administration, the future of the US-China relationship and his views on drug enforcement policy. Watch Video

04 MAR 2019

Sarah Casanova, Chief Executive Officer McDonald’s Holdings (Japan)

Sarah Casanova, chief executive officer of McDonald’s Holdings (Japan), discusses her role in building the McDonald’s business in Japan, the importance of implementing customer-centric strategies and her thoughts on empowering women in Japan, Asia and beyond. Watch Video

04 MAR 2019

Bret Stephens, New York Times Op-Ed Columnist

New York Times Op-Ed columnist Bret Stephens discusses his conservative perspective at the paper and why he believes strong democracies are fueled by healthy disagreement.Watch Video

26 FEB 2019

Neil Blumenthal and Dave Gilboa, Warby Parker Co-Founders and Co-CEOs

Warby Parker co-Founders and co-CEOs Neil Blumenthal and Dave Gilboa discuss growing the eyewear brand with a focus on social impact and how they’ve combined technology and in-store interaction to create a distinct customer experience. Watch Video

26 FEB 2019

Weijian Shan, Group Chairman and CEO of PAG Group

Chinese business leader Weijian Shan discusses the lessons learned from his exile to the Gobi Desert at age 15, the lasting implications of Mao’s Cultural Revolution and his observations on the US-China relationship. Watch Video

19 FEB 2019

Rosalind Brewer, COO and Group President of Starbucks

Starbucks COO and Group President Rosalind Brewer discusses her groundbreaking career, navigating the growth strategy of Starbucks and her thoughts on bringing more racial and gender diversity to the highest levels of corporate America. Watch Video

14 FEB 2019

Marc Benioff, Chairman and Co-CEO of Salesforce

In this episode, Salesforce Chairman and Co-CEO Marc Benioff discusses how AI is transforming the tech industry and beyond, the importance of leading with trust, and why business is the greatest platform for change. Watch Video

13 FEB 2019

Daniel Libeskind, Architect

Architect Daniel Libeskind discusses the perseverance, collaboration and creative process that define his iconic structures, which include the Jewish Museum in Berlin and the master plan for the World Trade Center. Watch Video

11 FEB 2019

Van Jones, A 'First Step' in Criminal Justice Reform

Social entrepreneur and CNN host Van Jones discusses his recent work to build bipartisan consensus for criminal justice reform in America and what it means for the future of the justice system and race relations in the country. Watch Video

06 FEB 2019

Parag Khanna, 'The Future is Asian'

Geopolitical expert Parag Khanna gives his perspective on the rise of Asia, U.S. policy towards China and his prediction that the ‘Asianization’ of Asia will lead to greater economic, political and social coherence across the region. Watch Video

05 FEB 2019

Gilbert King, Author

Author Gilbert King discusses his work uncovering one of the darkest, nearly forgotten moments in the history of the civil rights movement and the role Thurgood Marshall played in championing racial equality in the U.S. Watch Video

29 JAN 2019

The Maverick Life of Mark Cuban

Dallas Mavericks owner Mark Cuban discusses his journey from humble beginnings to self-made billionaire, the strategy behind his successful business ventures and the challenges and opportunities of owning a sports franchise. Watch Video

25 JAN 2019

Christian Yelich, The Making of an All-Star

Professional baseball player Christian Yelich discusses his evolution as a player from being drafted in 2010 to his 2018 MVP season, how he shapes his brand off the field and the future of Major League Baseball. Watch Video

24 JAN 2019

Caryn Seidman Becker, Biometrics and the Future of Identification Technology

Clear CEO Caryn Seidman Becker discusses how biometrics are revolutionizing security in airports, stadiums and beyond, and how privacy and regulation will shape the future of identification technology. Watch Video

24 JAN 2019

Aleksandra Gren, Diversifying Global Tech Talent

Country manager for Fiserv Poland, Aleksandra Gren, discusses her work to democratize the financial system and why diversifying the pipeline for tech talent is a key factor for stimulating economic growth. Watch Video

08 JAN 2019

Michael Milken, Capitalism and Philanthropy

Michael Milken discusses his work as chairman of the Milken Institute, including his thoughts on democratizing access to capital, the future of the global economy and the fight against cancer. Watch Video

12 DEC 2018

Victoria Beckham, Empowering Women Through Fashion

Victoria Beckham discusses her journey from pop star to fashion designer and how she aims to inspire and empower other women. Watch Video

12 DEC 2018

General Stanley McChrystal (US Army, Ret.), Leaders: Myth and Reality

Retired US Army General Stanley McChrystal discusses lessons learned from a range of influential leaders - from President George Washington to Walt Disney - along with his views on the current global security landscape. Watch Video

10 DEC 2018

José Neves, Moving Fashion Forward with Technology

In this episode, José Neves, founder and CEO of online luxury retail platform Farfetch, discusses how he used his background in technology to respond to a need in the fashion industry by creating a digital marketplace for emerging and established brands. Watch Video

04 DEC 2018

Beth Comstock, Creating a Culture of Innovation

GE’s former vice chair Beth Comstock shares insights on how people and organizations can confront challenges, embrace new ideas and lead with imagination to become “change makers.” Watch Video

27 NOV 2018

Joanna Coles, Storytelling in the 21st Century

Media executive Joanna Coles shares her perspectives on the transformation of the media industry since she began her career more than three decades ago. Watch Video

19 NOV 2018

Yotam Ottolenghi, “Simple” Cooking for Happy Lives

World-renowned chef, restaurateur and bestselling cookbook author Yotam Ottolenghi discusses his passion for cooking, how “familiar” food makes people happy, and the best advice he gives to aspiring chefs. Watch Video

16 NOV 2018

Michael Beschloss, Leadership, War and the American Presidency

Presidential historian Michael Beschloss discusses the epic war stories that have shaped American history, the way that presidents have dramatically expanded executive power during times of military conflict and the enduring consequences for America and the world. Watch Video

08 NOV 2018

Dikembe Mutombo, Empowering Athletes to Give Back

NBA Hall of Famer Dikembe Mutombo discusses becoming one of the greatest defensive players of all time, his dedication to improving the lives of people in his native Congo and the importance of inspiring other athletes to give back. Watch Video

07 NOV 2018

Robert Kraft, Creating a Championship Culture

Robert Kraft discusses how he built the New England Patriots into one of the best teams in NFL history and why culture has been the key to its success. Watch Video

31 OCT 2018

Rising Out of Hatred: The Awakening of a Former White Nationalist

Former white nationalist Derek Black is joined by Allison Gornik and Matthew Stevenson – instrumental figures in his transformation and denouncement of the movement – for a discussion moderated by Elisha Wiesel on the power of dialogue. Watch Video

24 OCT 2018

Hakeem Oluseyi, A Passionate Pursuit to Understand the Universe

Astrophysicist Hakeem Oluseyi discusses his work to deepen our understanding of the universe, the possibility of life on other planets and why he believes his unlikely personal path can inspire the next generation of scientists. Watch Video

23 OCT 2018

Jennifer Hyman, Redefining the Future of Fashion and Workplace Equality

Rent the Runway co-founder and CEO Jennifer Hyman discusses the company’s disruptive impact on the fashion industry, her advice for aspiring entrepreneurs and how she’s leading by example to advocate for workplace equality. Watch Video

18 OCT 2018

Kevin Plank, Building the Ethos of Under Armour

In this episode, filmed at Goldman Sachs’ Builders + Innovators Summit, Under Armour chairman and CEO Kevin Plank discusses building his successful performance brand and how to stay relevant in a crowded consumer landscape. Watch Video

18 OCT 2018

Drew Houston, Dropbox and the Evolution of a Tech Entrepreneur

In this episode, filmed at Goldman Sachs’ Builders + Innovators Summit, Dropbox co-founder and CEO Drew Houston discusses what he has learned as he continues to grow the cloud computing company into one of the biggest disruptors in Silicon Valley. Watch Video

18 OCT 2018

Dan Gilbert, Creating Cultures of Success from Quicken Loans to the Cleveland Cavaliers

Quicken Loans founder and Cleveland Cavaliers chairman Dan Gilbert discusses the importance of creating a unified culture in any organization to drive success and motivate teams. This episode was filmed at the Goldman Sachs’ 2018 Builders + Innovators Summit. Watch Video

18 OCT 2018

Peter Chernin, The Future Of Digital Entertainment

In this episode, filmed at Goldman Sachs’ Builders + Innovators Summit, media executive Peter Chernin discusses the evolution of digital entertainment and how the business continues to adapt for a changing consumer. Watch Video

18 OCT 2018

Martin Wolf, Climate Change and the Future of Global Governance

Award-winning Financial Times commentator Martin Wolf CBE discusses how growing up during the Cold War shaped his world view, his rigorous approach to covering global economics and his projections for international cooperation on climate change. Watch Video

18 OCT 2018

Ted Dintersmith and Abby Falik, Reimagining Education

In this episode, filmed at Goldman Sachs’ Builders + Innovators Summit, author Ted Dintersmith and Global Citizen Year Founder and CEO Abby Falik discuss ways to innovate the future of education for the next generation of teachers and students. Watch Video

17 OCT 2018

Hamdi Ulukaya, Creating the Culture of Chobani

In this episode, filmed at Goldman Sachs’ Builders + Innovators Summit, Chobani founder and CEO Hamdi Ulukaya discusses how his own immigrant story has helped build the culture of the yogurt company from the products to the people. Watch Video

17 OCT 2018

Howard Marks, Mastering the Market Cycle

Oaktree Capital co-founder Howard Marks shares his insights on the forces shaping the market cycle and discusses how his writing has informed his perspective as an investor. Watch Video

16 OCT 2018

Dale Earnhardt Jr., Racing to the Finish

Dale Earnhardt Jr. discusses his NASCAR racing career, lessons learned from his legendary father and his work creating awareness around concussions in sports. Watch Video

15 OCT 2018

Walter Isaacson, The Making of a Genius

Journalist and biographer Walter Isaacson discusses his most recent book on Leonardo da Vinci and shares insights drawn from his definitive biographies, including his thoughts on the qualities that define “genius.” Watch Video

08 OCT 2018

Jenny Reardon, The Science and Ethics of Genomics

Jenny Reardon, sociology professor and author of The Postgenomic Condition: Ethics, Knowledge and Justice after the Genome, discusses the future of genomics and its social and ethical implications. Watch Video

04 OCT 2018

Stephen Pagliuca, Leadership in Business and Basketball

Bain Capital co-chairman and Boston Celtics co-owner Stephen Pagliuca discusses the evolution of the private equity business in a changing economy and his strategy managing one of the most successful basketball franchises in NBA history. Watch Video

27 SEP 2018

Ellen Ochoa, Making History in Space

Ellen Ochoa, former Director of NASA’s Johnson Space Center, discusses her journey to becoming the first Hispanic woman in space and her outlook on the future of space exploration. Watch Video

21 SEP 2018

Muffet McGraw, Winning in Women’s Sports

Notre Dame Head Women’s Basketball Coach Muffet McGraw discusses her Hall of Fame coaching career, the keys to building a winning team, and her hopes for the future of women’s sports. Watch Video

18 SEP 2018

Peter Fonagy, Combating a Mental Health Crisis

Clinical psychologist Peter Fonagy OBE discusses the current state of the mental health crisis and how to navigate mental health issues for young people in a modern world. Watch Video

18 SEP 2018

Doris Kearns Goodwin, Leadership: In Turbulent Times

In this episode, presidential historian Doris Kearns Goodwin discusses how the crises endured by four US presidents – Abraham Lincoln, Theodore Roosevelt, Franklin D. Roosevelt and Lyndon B. Johnson – helped define them as leaders. Watch Video

18 SEP 2018

David Harding, The Future of Quantitative Investing

During the Goldman Sachs European Systematic Investing Conference in London, Winton Group Founder and CEO David Harding discussed how data and AI have changed the landscape for investors. Watch Video

14 SEP 2018

Emmanuel Roman, Leadership in a Digital-First Economy

PIMCO Chief Executive Officer Emmanuel Roman discusses bringing a new era of leadership to one of the world’s largest asset management firms, the technological forces shaping the industry and his expectations for the global economy. Watch Video

11 SEP 2018

James Murdoch, Transforming the Future of Entertainment

21st Century Fox CEO James Murdoch discusses where he thinks the rapidly shifting entertainment landscape is heading and how social platforms, virtual reality and other technology trends are transforming the future of storytelling. Watch Video

16 AUG 2018

Kwame A. Appiah, Exploring Questions of Ethics and Identity

Philosopher Kwame A. Appiah – writer of the weekly “Ethicist” column in The New York Times Magazine – discusses how he thinks about some of the toughest questions of morality and human identity shaping society today. Watch Video

06 AUG 2018

Ibtihaj Muhammad, Making History in a Hijab

Professional fencer Ibtihaj Muhammad – the first US Olympian to compete in a hijab and first Muslim-American woman to medal at the Olympics – discusses her journey to the games and what it has meant to young athletes around the world. Watch Video

26 JUL 2018

Michael Scott Moore, Kidnapped - A Story of Survival

Journalist Michael Scott Moore reflects on his harrowing, nearly three-year experience as a hostage of Somali pirates and the political and historical forces that shaped the story. Watch Video

24 JUL 2018

Tim Brown and Joey Zwillinger, Making Footwear Sustainable, Comfortable and Cool

The Allbirds co-founders discuss leaving professional soccer and biotech behind to launch the sustainable, direct-to-consumer footwear company and why they believe natural materials make for better products and a better planet. Watch Video

16 JUL 2018

Amy Chozick, Chasing Hillary - Lessons from the Campaign Trail

Journalist Amy Chozick discusses what she learned from covering the presidential campaigns of Hillary Clinton and the future of political journalism. Watch Video

11 JUL 2018

Dana Canedy, The Pulitzer Prizes and the Power of Storytelling

Dana Canedy, administrator of the Pulitzer Prizes, discusses why a free press is integral to American democracy and the role the Pulitzers play in both celebrating creative expression and challenging conventional notions of art. Watch Video

10 JUL 2018

Robert Rowland Smith, Exploring What It Means to be Human

Philosopher Robert Rowland Smith, author of AutoBioPhilosophy: An Intimate Story of What It Means to Be Human, reflects on his own life story to offer insights about the human condition. Watch Video

26 JUN 2018

Ken Langone on Values, Culture and Founding The Home Depot

Ken Langone discusses how he helped grow The Home Depot from two stores in Atlanta into the largest home improvement retailer in the United States and why he thinks the keys to its success have been the company’s culture and its employees. Watch Video

18 JUN 2018

Paul Tudor Jones, Investing in a More “JUST” World

In this episode, legendary investor and philanthropist Paul Tudor Jones talks to Goldman Sachs’ Lloyd Blankfein about the guiding principles that have driven his life’s work, from finance to philanthropy. Watch Video

11 JUN 2018

Dan Abrams, Trial in American Life: Cases That Have Shaped the Nation

Legal analyst Dan Abrams discusses the significance of some of the most high profile the cases he has covered – from the O.J. Simpson murder trial to Bush v. Gore – as well as insights from his latest book, Lincoln’s Last Trial. Watch Video

08 JUN 2018

Dr. Siddhartha Mukherjee, Genetically Mapping the Future of Cancer

Pulitzer Prize-winning author and oncologist Dr. Siddhartha Mukherjee discusses the most exciting advances in cancer and gene science and the future of fighting disease. Watch Video

07 JUN 2018

Darren Star, From Sex and the City to Younger- Coming of Age on Television

In this episode, legendary television producer, writer, and director Darren Star talks about creating iconic shows from – Sex and the City to Younger – and how he has used narratives to tackle important societal issues of the times. Watch Video

01 JUN 2018

Oskar Eustis, From Hair to Hamilton - The Promise of The Public Theater

Oskar Eustis, artistic director of The Public Theater, discusses his role in creating some of the most influential shows in modern history, from Angels in America to Hamilton, and why storytelling can be “the great equalizer.” Watch Video

23 MAY 2018

Mary Barra on Driving Into the Future

Mary Barra, chairman and CEO of General Motors Company, and Lloyd Blankfein, chairman and CEO of Goldman Sachs, discuss the latest trends shaping the future of the auto industry – from driverless to electric vehicles. Watch Video

21 MAY 2018

Dr. Paul Farmer, Reshaping the Global Health Community

In a conversation with Goldman Sachs’ Christina Minnis, Dr. Paul Farmer, Harvard professor and co-founder of Partners in Health, discusses his pioneering work to treat some of the most dangerous global epidemics of the past 40 years – from AIDS to Ebola – and his efforts to bring healthcare services to the world’s poorest communities. Watch Video

18 MAY 2018

Jeremy Lin on His Unconventional Brand and Basketball Career

Jeremy Lin discusses his unconventional path from Harvard to the NBA, what it means to be one of the few Asian-Americans in the league, and his unique approach to his personal brand. Watch Video

14 MAY 2018

Diana B. Henriques, A First-Class Catastrophe: Lessons Learned from Black Monday

Author Diana B. Henriques discusses the lasting lessons from Black Monday – the biggest drop in Wall Street history – and the relevance in understanding today’s markets, along with insights from her extensive reporting on the Bernie Madoff scandal. Watch Video

11 MAY 2018

Katie Couric on Telling America’s Stories

Award-winning journalist Katie Couric discusses her trailblazing career and her latest work exploring some of the toughest issues facing the country in her new documentary series, America Inside Out. Watch Video

10 MAY 2018

Eric Schmidt, The Artificial Intelligence Revolution

During the Goldman Sachs Systematic Investing Conference, former Alphabet chair Eric Schmidt discusses the future of AI – from the impact of voice on the healthcare industry to advisory applications in finance. He also emphasizes the cloud as a cybersecurity safeguard and gives his advice for aspiring leaders. Watch Video

10 MAY 2018

Ken Griffin, How Talent and Technology Are Shaping the Markets

During the Goldman Sachs Systematic Investing Conference, Ken Griffin, founder and chief executive officer of global investment firm Citadel, discusses why balancing the influx of new technology with the “power of the human mind” is critical for better decision-making in the financial markets and beyond. Watch Video

09 MAY 2018

Deborah Jackson and Davida Herzl, Advancing the Future of Women Entrepreneurs

Deborah Jackson founded Plum Alley Investments to direct capital to women-led businesses that are at the forefront of medical and technological advances. Along with Davida Herzl, co-founder and chief executive officer of Silicon Valley-based Aclima, which uses data-driven solutions to combat climate change, Jackson discusses the rise of women-owned businesses across the U.S. and efforts to expand opportunity and access to capital for female entrepreneurs. Watch Video

23 APR 2018

Chris Hughes on Founding Facebook and Fighting Inequality

Chris Hughes discusses the future of Facebook and how co-founding the social media company helped shape his thinking on income inequality and the idea of a guaranteed income. Watch Video

13 APR 2018

U.S. Navy Retired Admiral James Winnefeld Jr., No Family is Safe From This Epidemic: Fighting the Opioid Crisis

Retired U.S. Navy admiral James “Sandy” Winnefeld, Jr., discusses the impact of the opioid crisis on his life after the loss of his 19-year-old son to an overdose, and how that tragedy has motivated him to fight the epidemic. Watch Video

03 APR 2018

Steve Coll, The Fight for the Future of Afghanistan

Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Steve Coll describes the United States’ continuing efforts to win the fight in Afghanistan as well as how a divided America has created a new era of journalism around the country. Watch Video

27 MAR 2018

Daniel Schwartz, The Millennial CEO Changing the Fast Food Industry

Daniel Schwartz, CEO of Restaurant Brands Inc., parent company of Burger King, Tim Hortons, and Popeyes, discusses his strategy to shakeup the fast food industry and the perspective he brings to the role as a Millennial leader. Watch Video

23 MAR 2018

Bob Iger, Leading The Walt Disney Company Into the Future

Bob Iger, chairman and CEO of The Walt Disney Company, one of the largest media companies in the world, discusses his career, the changing world of entertainment, and the importance of diversity and inclusion in the work of Disney. Watch Video

23 MAR 2018

Amy Chua, Political Tribalism and American Foreign Policy

Yale law professor Amy Chua describes the effect of political tribalism on America’s domestic and foreign policy, along with the strong reaction to her bestselling memoir, Battle Hymn of the Tiger Mother. Watch Video

21 MAR 2018

Boyan Slat, Combatting Plastic Pollution in the World’s Oceans

Millennial inventor and entrepreneur Boyan Slat describes the revolutionary system he’s developed to confront one of the biggest environmental threats of our time: over five trillion pieces of plastic filling the world’s oceans. Watch Video

16 MAR 2018

James Forman Jr., Rethinking Race and Criminal Justice Reform

Yale law professor James Forman, Jr., author of Locking Up Our Own: Crime and Punishment in Black America, offers his perspective on the evolution and enforcement of criminal justice policy in the U.S., and the disproportionate impact it has had – and continues to have – on people of color. Watch Video

12 MAR 2018

André Aciman, The Meaning and Message of 'Call Me By Your Name'

Author André Aciman discusses what inspired him to write his novel, Call Me By Your Name, how readers have responded to the book, and his reaction to the novel being made into an Academy Award-winning film. Watch Video

06 MAR 2018

John A. Farrell, The Life, Legacy and Lessons of Richard Nixon

John A. Farrell, award-winning journalist and author of Richard Nixon: The Life, discusses the rise and fall of former President Richard Nixon and the lasting lessons of his life. Watch Video

24 FEB 2018

Magic Johnson on “Over-Delivering” On and Off the Court

Earvin “Magic” Johnson has gone from hometown hero to basketball icon to entrepreneurial powerhouse and dedicated philanthropist. In this episode, Johnson discusses what he has learned along the way. Watch Video

22 FEB 2018

John Avlon, Covering the Intersection of Politics and Power

John Avlon, (then) editor-in-chief of The Daily Beast and author of the book Washington's Farewell: The Founding Father's Warning to Future Generations, discusses the changing state of journalism and why “democracy depends on it.” Watch Video

14 FEB 2018

Dara Khosrowshahi, Uber’s Roadmap to the Future

As Uber continues to revolutionize the way people get from point A to point B, CEO Dara Khosrowshahi has focused on expanding the company's reach around the world while repairing its image. In this episode, filmed at the Goldman Sachs Technology and Internet Conference in San Francisco, CA, Khosrowshahi explains why he took the top job there and how he wants to make Uber the Amazon of transportation. Watch Video

07 FEB 2018

Tim Urban, Reasoning for the Future: From Technology to Politics

Tim Urban, co-founder of the blog Wait But Why, spends his days writing about what he calls “this magical world of the future.” He explains everything from space travel to artificial intelligence to the thinking of leaders like Elon Musk. In this discussion, Urban tackles some of the toughest issues he’s written about – from technology to politics. Watch Video

06 FEB 2018

Deborah DiSanzo, Solving the World’s Health Problems of the Future

Deborah DiSanzo, general manager of IBM Watson Health, discusses how technology is disrupting the healthcare industry and potentially reshaping the doctor-patient relationship.

31 JAN 2018

Alex Blumberg & Jacob Weisberg, The Power of Podcasting

The popularity of podcasts continues to surge with millions of listeners turning to their smartphones each day for audio content ranging from quick news to immersive storytelling. In this discussion, Alex Blumberg, co-founder and CEO of the podcasting network Gimlet Media and Jacob Weisberg, Editor-in-Chief of The Slate Group describe the impact podcasting is having on the media landscape. Watch Video

20 JAN 2018

Josh Silverman, The Future of the “Etsy Economy”

CEO Josh Silverman discusses how Etsy is transforming the global e-commerce marketplace, by connecting artists to consumers across the internet. Watch Video

29 JAN 2018

Jonathan Haidt, The Psychology of Partisanship & Ethical Leadership

To understand America’s widening partisan divide, it is critical to understand how human psychology is shaped by a sense of tribalism, says Jonathan Haidt, social psychologist and professor of Ethical Leadership at NYU Stern School of Business. In this discussion, Haidt explains how confirmation bias contributes to political divisiveness from Capitol Hill to college campuses, as winning arguments is prioritized over finding common ground. Watch Video

25 JAN 2018

Gordon Gund, A Mission to Cure Blindness

At the age of 30, Gordon Gund, a prominent American businessman and philanthropist, became blind due to a genetic disease called retinitis pigmentosa. Since then, Gund and his wife, Lulie, have made it their mission to help find a cure. In this discussion, Gund talks about how he has tried to turn his own struggles into solutions for himself and others. Watch Video

22 JAN 2018

Alexandra Shiva & Princess Firyal of Jordan, Telling the Human Side of the Refugee Crisis - "This is Home"

Often lost amid coverage of the Syrian refugee crisis is the human side of the story. In this discussion, filmmaker Alexandra Shiva and UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador Princess Firyal of Jordan, explore the lives of families featured in the documentary film This is Home: A Refugee Story. Watch Video

10 JAN 2018

Virginie Morgon, A Global Outlook on the Future of Finance

As (then) deputy CEO of private equity firm Eurazeo, Virginie Morgon is making it her mission to expand the European-based investment firm globally, while also driving a diverse corporate culture. In this discussion, Morgon gives her outlook on the global markets as well as her thoughts on how to create an inclusive culture from the top down. Watch Video

09 JAN 2018

Bozoma Saint John, Driving Change at Uber & Beyond

Since assuming her (then) role of Uber’s first Chief Brand Officer, Bozoma Saint John has made it her mission to revitalize the global transportation company, both inside and out. In this conversation, Saint John describes her rise from Pepsi to Apple to Uber, the meaning of brand value and the importance of changing the conversation about workplace culture and diversity in Silicon Valley and beyond. Watch Video

13 DEC 2017

Satya Nadella, Hitting Refresh on the Culture of Technology

In this discussion, Satya Nadella, CEO of Microsoft and author of the recently published Hit Refresh, discusses his vision for the future of Microsoft and the technologies that will most impact our economy and society in the next several years, including AI. Watch Video

04 DEC 2017

Ray Dalio, Principles for Success

In this discussion, Ray Dalio, founder, co-chief investment officer & co-chairman of Bridgewater Associates, describes the two predominant themes that have shaped the culture at Bridgewater over the years and discusses his recently released book, Principles. Watch Video

28 NOV 2017

The Story of Historically Black Colleges and Universities & Race Relations in America

In this conversation, documentary filmmaker Stanley Nelson, Jr., Howard University President Dr. Wayne Frederick and Johnny Taylor, Jr., president and chief executive officer of the Thurgood Marshall College Fund, discuss the critical role that HBCUs have played throughout their history in creating educational opportunities and advancing the state of race relations in the U.S. Watch Video

20 NOV 2017

A Conversation with David Beckham

Legendary athlete David Beckham discusses what motivated him to work with UNICEF, his rise in football, the secrets behind his successes and his perspective on balancing life in the public eye while making time for his “number one priority” – his family. Watch Video

20 NOV 2017

Ron Chernow, Pulitzer-Prize Winning Historian

Lloyd Blankfein, chairman and CEO of Goldman Sachs, sits down with the Pulitzer-Prize winning historian Ron Chernow to discuss his best-selling biography of former President Ulysses S. Grant. Watch Video

17 NOV 2017

Juan Enriquez, The Future of Humankind

Juan Enriquez, co-founder and managing director of Excel Venture Management, discusses how humans are reshaping the path of evolution and why "there's no better time to be alive than today, except in two generations" in this Talks at GS session at the 2017 Goldman Sachs EMEA CEO Forum in London. Watch Video

16 NOV 2017

Naval Ravikant, The Capital Play Behind Blockchain and Cryptocurrency

In 2010, Naval Ravikant founded AngelList, an online hub where angel investors meet startups. In this discussion, held at the 2017 Goldman Sachs Private Internet Company Conference, Ravikant describes how he’s democratizing the investment process and how blockchain and cryptocurrencies in particular have helped usher in a broader group of investors. Watch Video

16 NOV 2017

Rajeev Misra, Creating Capital for the Future

As CEO of SoftBank Investment Advisers, Rajeev Misra has managed some of the biggest deals involving the tech industry in the world. In this discussion, held at the 2017 Goldman Sachs Private Internet Company Conference, Misra describes how he makes investment decisions and the future of finance when it comes to the tech industry. Watch Video

13 NOV 2017

Jeff Orlowski, Exploring the Global Effects of Climate Change

In director Jeff Orlowski’s award-winning documentary films Chasing Ice and Chasing Coral, he documents the devastating impacts of climate change on ecosystems around the world – from the Arctic glaciers to the Great Barrier Reef. In this discussion, he describes capturing those impacts on film while also offering an optimistic set of solutions for the future. Watch Video

07 NOV 2017

Jayne-Anne Gadhia, Driving Gender Equality in Business

As the longest serving CEO of a European bank, Virgin Money’s Jayne-Anne Gadhia discusses the inflection points that sparked change in her career, how Sir Richard Branson has served as a source of inspiration and why she has made it a top priority to champion equality and diversity in the finance sector. Watch Video

03 NOV 2017

Dan Huttenlocher, Founding Dean and Provost of Cornell Tech

Dan Huttenlocher, founding dean and vice provost of Cornell Tech, discusses how the school is creating a new model for higher education and gives his perspectives on the most important technology trends on the horizon, from automation to artificial intelligence, and the impact they will have across industries. Watch Video

31 OCT 2017

Henry Kravis, 40 Years of Innovation in Finance

In this discussion, Henry Kravis opens up about the founding of KKR, his unique approach to creating value in investments, and the importance of creating a forward-looking corporate culture to stay relevant in an increasingly dynamic industry. Watch Video

18 OCT 2017

Tony Prophet, Promoting Equality in the Workforce

At Goldman Sachs’ Builders + Innovators Summit, Tony Prophet, chief equality officer at Salesforce, discusses the company’s unique approach to company culture, which it calls “Ohana,” the Hawaiian word for extended family. He explains why it should be a company’s responsibility to promote diversity and equal rights for all. Watch Video

18 OCT 2017

Scooter Braun, Disrupting the Music Industry

At Goldman Sachs’ Builders + Innovators Summit, Scooter Braun, founder of SB Projects, discusses his journey from the days of promoting parties in college to discovering pop star Justin Bieber on YouTube in 2008. Braun has become one of the most successful music moguls in the world, managing artists from Ariana Grande to Kanye West, while transforming the industry along the way. Watch Video

18 OCT 2017

David Eagleman, The Neuroscience of Creativity

At Goldman Sachs' Builders + Innovators Summit, Stanford University neuroscientist David Eagleman discusses why the power of the human brain makes the human species so unique – it has to do with human creativity. Watch Video

18 OCT 2017

Haim Saban, The Life of a Media Mogul

Haim Saban, music producer and chairman and CEO of the multi-billion dollar media company Saban Capital Group, discusses the origins of the superhero franchise Power Rangers and the media empire he built following its success. Watch Video

18 OCT 2017

Nick Leschly, The Promise of Gene Therapy

In this discussion at Goldman Sachs’ Builders + Innovators Summit, Nick Leschly, the CEO of Bluebird Bio, discusses the progress his company has made in the field of gene therapy to treat and cure disease, from combatting sickle cell disease to progress in the fight against rare forms of cancer, and why understanding our genetics is key to the next generation of groundbreaking medical advancements. Watch Video

17 OCT 2017

Dan Weiss, A Museum for the 21st Century

Dan Weiss, president and CEO of The Metropolitan Museum of Art, discusses the transformation of the 150-year old establishment into a 21st century institution and the debate over the role of art in informing our history versus honoring it. Watch Video

06 OCT 2017

From Poaching to Protecting Africa’s Wildlife

Jeneria Lekilelei, Dr. Shivani Bhalla and Frank Pope are on a mission to save Africa’s wildlife population. Lekilelei and Bhalla from Ewaso Lions want lions to co-exist peacefully with the people of Africa. Meanwhile, Pope, the CEO of Save the Elephants, has worked to slow Africa’s elephant poaching crisis. Watch Video

29 SEP 2017

Ambassador Christopher Hill, Then & Now – The North Korean Nuclear Crisis

Engaging the global community in opposition to North Korea’s nuclear threats is essential to addressing the “narrowing space between peace and war” that has emerged between the United States and North Korea, according to Christopher Hill, former Ambassador to South Korea, during this Talks at GS. Watch Video

29 SEP 2017

Laurie Hernandez, A New Voice of Inspiration

A gold medalist at the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio, a New York Times bestselling author and Dancing with the Stars winner, gymnast Laurie Hernandez, speaks about inspiring young people around the world to be courageous and tenacious, and to follow their dreams. Watch Video

26 SEP 2017

Edward Norton, Capitalism and Creative Disruption

From his breakout role in 1996’s Primal Fear, Academy Award nominated actor Edward Norton has gravitated towards complex characters in both film and theater, but intertwined with his public life as an actor is an entrepreneurial drive focused on solving complex problems – both in business and the nonprofit sector. Watch Video

25 SEP 2017

Dr. Paula Johnson, Transforming the Public Dialogue on Campuses

Wellesley College President Dr. Paula Johnson, a former cardiologist and women’s health expert, discusses her pioneering career in medicine and why learning to listen is critical to healthy public debate. Watch Video

21 SEP 2017

'Icarus', Uncovering a Scandal of Olympic Proportions

Documentary filmmaker and avid cyclist Bryan Fogel describes the making of his award-winning documentary Icarus with producers Dan Cogan and David Fialkow, and the power of documentaries to inform our thinking about pressing issues. Watch Video

11 SEP 2017

Tony Blinken, Diplomacy – The First Response

Former US Secretary of State Tony Blinken discusses diplomacy as an essential tool in addressing today’s most pressing geopolitical issues and underscores the "extraordinary, unique, welcoming role" that the United States has long played to refugees. Watch Video

07 SEP 2017

Ella and Matthew Mills, Deliciously Ella’s Recipe for Success

Ella and Matthew Mills, founders and co-chief executive officers of natural food and lifestyle brand Deliciously Ella, discuss growth of the global natural food trend, the business of healthy living and the power of building a brand through social media. Watch Video

06 SEP 2017

Nitin Nohria, The Responsibility of Leadership

Nitin Nohria, dean of Harvard Business School, discusses how effective leaders must exercise both leadership skills and management skills to create real change in an organization and emphasizes the important role the business community plays to generate prosperity and break the global cycle of poverty. Watch Video

10 AUG 2017

Richard Plepler, Finding the Next Great Voices in Storytelling

HBO Chairman and CEO Richard Plepler explains how creative content wins and why an entrepreneurial culture is key to making great television. Watch Video

08 SEP 2017

Richard Armstrong, Redefining Beauty Through Art

Richard Armstrong, director of the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum, discusses the museum’s founding relationship with architecture, its mission to offer visitors a “place for the imagination,” and the role of art in satisfying the human desire to find beauty and order. Watch Video

02 AUG 2017

Dan Schulman, The Democratization of Finance

PayPal president and CEO Dan Schulman discusses the power of fintech, why even tech pioneers must constantly change and innovate, and why diversity is critical for commercial success. Watch Video

27 JUL 2017

Dr. Vivek Murthy, The Global Epidemic of Addiction

Dr. Vivek Murthy, former US Surgeon General, discusses the opioid epidemic’s growth on a global scale, his efforts to curb the crisis by promoting a “culture of prevention” and ways in which emotional well-being can be improved overall. Watch Video

12 JUL 2017

Arianna Huffington, Thriving in the “Attention Economy”

Arianna Huffington, co-founder of The Huffington Post, founder of wellness venture Thrive Global and board member of Uber, Inc., discusses ways to curb the “always on” mentality of today’s “attention economy” and also addresses problems in the culture of Silicon Valley. Watch Video

30 MAY 2017

Danielle Weisberg and Carly Zakin, Changing the Face and Format of News

Danielle Weisberg and Carly Zakin, founders of theSkimm, discuss the evolution of the media industry, why being entrepreneurial is more important than being “an entrepreneur” and the value of producing balanced journalism in a dynamic political climate. Watch Video

15 MAY 2017

Eddie Huang on Food, Culture, and Identity

Lawyer-turned-restaurateur Eddie Huang, author of Fresh Off the Boat, discusses growing up in Orlando, Florida as the son of Taiwanese immigrants and his ambitions to raise the level of social discourse in America. Watch Video

11 MAY 2017

Adam Grant, The Psychology of Resilience

Organizational psychologist and Wharton professor Adam Grant, who co-authored Option B: Facing Adversity, Building Resilience and Finding Joy with Facebook’s Sheryl Sandberg, points out the attributes of resilient leaders and the drivers of a “winning” corporate culture in this Talks at GS session. Watch Video

21 APR 2017

Julia Steyn, Car Sharing and the Future of Auto

General Motors head of urban mobility Julia Steyn discusses the company’s efforts to drive innovation while capitalizing on its century-old legacy. Watch Video

12 APR 2017

Robert Smith, The Fourth Industrial Revolution

Robert Smith, technology investor and founder of Vista Equity Partners, discusses how digitization continues to disrupt entire industries – from insurance to financial services, auto and beyond. Watch Video

10 APR 2017

John Mackey, Conscious Capitalism and Conscious Eating

John Mackey, co-founder and CEO of Whole Foods, discusses the importance of reeducating our palates to a diet of “whole foods” and why conscious capitalism is a critical driver of good business during this Talks at GS session. Watch Video

10 MAR 2017

David Robinson, “The Admiral” on Leading from the Front

NBA Hall of Famer and two-time Olympic champion David Robinson shares how his time in the US Naval Academy and career with the San Antonio Spurs shaped his views on leadership and being part of a team. Watch Video

03 MAR 2017

Dr. Ellen Chesler, Toward Work-Life Balance - Feminism's Next Wave?

Dr. Ellen Chesler, a senior fellow at the Roosevelt Institute, discusses the historical struggle for gender equality and argues for the next wave of feminism to focus on enabling work and family balance during this Talks at GS session. Watch Video

22 FEB 2017

Marc Metrick, Authenticity and the “New Luxury”

Saks Fifth Avenue president Marc Metrick describes the evolution of high-end retail since he joined the industry in 1995 and what he has identified as the “new luxury,” a concept that luxury is defined by a shopper’s experience. He discusses technology’s ability to create a more personalized customer experience and the one thing luxury consumers are craving the most: authenticity. Watch Video

14 FEB 2017

Joseph Altuzarra, The Art of Fashion

Joseph Altuzarra, fashion designer and founder of Altuzarra, spoke at a Talks at GS session about his approach to design, navigating the business of fashion and the inspiration behind his most recent collection. Watch Video

01 FEB 2017

Richard Haass, Perspectives on American Foreign Policy

In his book, A World in Disarray: American Foreign Policy and the Crisis of the Old Order, Dr. Richard Haass, president of the Council on Foreign Relations, argues that the existing notion of national sovereignty will be insufficient in the 21st century and proposes a fundamental shift in the way America approaches international affairs. Watch Video

19 JAN 2017

Adena Friedman, The Future of FinTech

Adena Friedman, Nasdaq's President and CEO, and the first woman to lead a major US exchange operator, spoke at a Talks at GS session about how the exchange is adapting new technologies to promote access, efficiency and security across markets. Watch Video

15 DEC 2016

Dr. John J. DeGioia and Dr. Ruth Simmons, Confronting the Legacy of Slavery

Georgetown University and Brown University have taken significant steps in recent years to address historical associations with slavery. Dr. John J. DeGioia, president of Georgetown, and Dr. Ruth Simmons, president emerita of Brown, discuss efforts to lead their institutions to an acknowledgement and deeper understanding of that history, and a sense of how to reckon with it today. Watch Video

07 DEC 2016

Jeff Immelt, The Transformation to a Digital Industrial Company

The world’s oldest startup continues to drive innovation. GE (then) Chairman and CEO Jeff Immelt discusses the digital industrial age, the transformation and globalization of GE and why workplace culture matters. Watch Video

November 21,2016

Barbara Bush, Promoting Global Health Equity

Barbara Bush co-founded Global Health Corps in 2009 to create a community of leaders committed to promoting health equity. Here she describes her efforts to generate innovative solutions for global health challenges. Watch Video

21 OCT 2016

The Revitalization of Detroit

A remarkable story of bankruptcy and revitalization, the city of Detroit is making a comeback. Mike Duggan, the city’s mayor; Dan Gilbert, founder of Detroit-based Quicken Loans and majority owner of the Cleveland Cavaliers; and Carla Walker-Miller, a graduate of the Goldman Sachs 10,000 Small Businesses program in Detroit, discuss job creation, economic growth and the movement to improve neighborhoods across America’s Motor City.Watch Video

13 OCT 2016

The #FindMike Campaign, Rethinking Mental Health

In January 2008, 20-year-old Jonny Benjamin stood on Waterloo Bridge and contemplated suicide. A passing stranger stopped and talked to Jonny, ultimately saving his life. Six years later, the #FindMike campaign was launched to locate and thank the stranger. In this video, mental health advocates Benjamin and Laybourn (“Mike”) recall that experience on the bridge and how they are using their bond to change lives around the world. Watch Video

05 OCT 2016

Josh Sapan on TV, Tech and the Consumer

Josh Sapan, chief executive officer of AMC Networks, which owns AMC, IFC, SundanceTV, WE tv and BBC America, discusses the evolution of the industry, his process for identifying “hits” and why great characters make great television. Watch Video

21 SEP 2016

Marni Walden, From Mobile to Media - Transforming Telecom

An industry once marked by cell phones and wireless internet, telecom is making waves in the content space. Marni Walden, executive vice president and president of product innovation and new businesses at Verizon Communications, discusses changes in the industry, investing in content and why going beyond wireless is good for business. Watch Video

12 SEP 2016

Yao Ming on Basketball, Teamwork and Giving Back

Former professional basketball player Yao Ming has been lauded as one of the most significant global ambassadors of the sport. Here he talks coming to the US, teamwork and the transformative ability of sports. Watch Videos

12 JUL 2016

Alex Tapscott, The Blockchain Revolution

Most commonly known as the primary innovation behind bitcoin, blockchain technology is poised to revolutionize the financial industry and beyond. Alex Tapscott, co-author of Blockchain Revolution: How the Technology Behind Bitcoin is Changing Money, Business and the World, discusses how the global opportunities for blockchain technology are vast and diverse. Watch Video

14 JUN 2016

Andrew Bolton, The Intersection of Fashion, Art and Technology

Andrew Bolton, curator in charge of the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Costume Institute, discusses the future of fashion, the power of technology and proving fashion as an art form. Watch Video

June 9, 2016

Bjarke Ingels, Transforming the Global Skyline

Award-winning architect Bjarke Ingels discusses the creative process behind his innovative, barrier-breaking approach to design. Watch Video

20 MAY 2016

Loyd Grossman, An American-British Gastronome on Global Food Trends

Broadcaster, entrepreneur and gastronome Loyd Grossman has made a career out of his fascination with food. The first-ever host of MasterChef in the UK, Grossman later created his own brand of cooking sauces, which has become one of Britain’s most successful food brands. Here he discusses global trends shaping the culinary industry. Watch Video

03 MAY 2016

Christy Turlington Burns, Advancing Global Maternal Health

Christy Turlington Burns discusses her modeling career, becoming a mother and her fight to end maternal mortality. Watch Video

08 APR 2016

David Benioff, Behind the Scenes of HBO's 'Game of Thrones'

Game of Thrones co-creator David Benioff sat down with his father, former Goldman Sachs chairman Stephen Friedman, to discuss the show’s origins, its highly anticipated sixth season and Benioff’s childhood penchant for make-believe. Watch Video

15 MAR 2016

Shaquille O’Neal, Making an Impact on the Court and in the Community

Basketball legend Shaquille O’Neal discusses using "criticism as motivation", what inspired his passion for public service and his most star-struck moment. Watch Video

14 MAR 2016

Mrs. Laura Bush, A Conversation on Empowering Women in Afghanistan

Former First Lady Mrs. Laura Bush discusses We Are Afghan Women: Voices of Hope and empowering women to serve as catalysts for change. Watch Video

18 FEB 2016

Ken Thompson, Strengthening Trust in the Criminal Justice System

The late Brooklyn District Attorney Ken Thompson discusses his efforts to strengthen the relationship between communities, law enforcement and the criminal justice system. Watch Video

09 FEB 2016

Revolutionizing Cancer Treatment with Immunotherapy

Immunotherapy is changing the way we fight cancer by combating the disease through the patient’s own immune system. Learn more from this Talks at GS panel on the revolutionary cancer treatment. Watch Video

28 JAN 2016

Kelly Holmes, Journey to Olympic Gold

Olympic gold medalist Dame Kelly Holmes discusses breaking records and staying motivated on and off the track. Watch Video

28 JAN 2016

Jamie Redford, Social Change Through Film

Filmmaker Jamie Redford discusses his new film Resilience and his passion for filmmaking with purpose. Watch Video

15 DEC 2015

Admiral Eric Olson, Understanding the Global Risk Landscape

The former commander of the US Special Operations Command discusses the evolution of global conflict during this Talks at GS session. Watch Video

08 DEC 2015

Cornell Brooks, Race Relations and the Legacy of the Civil Rights Movement

NAACP CEO and ordained minister Cornell Brooks discusses his path to ministry and the legacy of the civil rights movement. Watch Video

26 NOV 2015

Eddie Jones, Establishing a Mindset for Success

Ahead of the Six Nations rugby tournament, England head coach Eddie Jones discusses his winning formula of preparation, effort and attitude. Watch Video

24 NOV 2015

The Changing Media Landscape

Jacki Kelley of Bloomberg Media and Meredith Kopit Levien of the New York Times Company discuss developing quality content in a saturated media landscape. Watch Video

23 NOV 2015

Ric Burns, The Real Story of the Pilgrims

Who were the Pilgrims? Documentary filmmaker Ric Burns unlocks the past and unearths the real story of this pioneering group of English settlers in America. Watch Video

19 NOV 2015

Jeff Jonas on Ingenuity, Invention and Inspiration

IBM fellow Jeff Jonas discusses the inspiration behind his inventions, context computing and privacy by design. Watch VIdeo

17 NOV 2015

Entrepreneurship and Building a Business

Entrepreneurship is about problem solving. Goldman Sachs hosted three successful entrepreneurs – 10,000 Small Businesses graduate Byron Dixon of Micro-Fresh; Matt Riley of Daisy Group; and Lance Uggla of Markit – to talk with Michael Sherwood, vice chairman of The Goldman Sachs Group and co-CEO of Goldman Sachs International, about the big challenges their companies work to solve and the small ones that come with starting from the ground up. Watch Video

12 NOV 2015

Linda Hirshman, "Sisters in Law": Sandra Day O’Connor and Ruth Bader Ginsburg

Linda Hirshman, Supreme Court lawyer and author of Sisters in Law: Sandra Day O’Connor and Ruth Bader Ginsburg Went to the Supreme Court and Changed the World, discusses the Justices’ united front to fight for legal equality for women. Watch Video

04 NOV 2015

Peter Diamandis, Creating the Future Through Technology

At this Talks at GS session, XPRIZE Foundation founder Peter Diamandis discusses the potential of commercial space exploration, advances in artificial intelligence and using technology to reimagine what’s possible. Watch Video

21 OCT 2015

Storytelling as an Agent of Global Change

Storytelling is fundamental to the mission of the National Geographic Society, which leverages it to impact global change. The National Geographic Society panelists share their perspectives on storytelling and how science and exploration work to help readers understand the economic and social change it can create. Watch Video

21 OCT 2015

Neil Berg, Broadway Behind the Curtain

Composer, lyricist and producer Neil Berg has produced hundreds of concerts across the world. At a Talks at GS session at Goldman Sachs in New York, Berg discusses his decades-long career and creative process, as well as the business of Broadway.

20 OCT 2015

Denise Lewis, Overcoming Hurdles

Olympic gold medalist Denise Lewis discusses sports as a great equalizer and how inner strength and determination helped fuel her rise to success. Watch Video

08 OCT 2015

Ross Kemp, Documenting Extreme Stories

Actor and award-winning documentary maker Ross Kemp’s investigative journalism series covers a range of extreme situations, from gang culture to conflict zones to border stand-offs. During a Talks at GS session, Kemp discussed the experience of capturing compelling stories in dangerous situations. Watch Video

30 SEP 2015

Justin Welby, The Role of Religion in Modern Society

The archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, participated in a Talks at GS session at Goldman Sachs in London, where he discussed his experiences in business, the role of religious leadership in modern society and the need for international and interfaith cooperation in solving today’s global challenges. Watch Video

21 SEP 2015

The Social and Economic Impact of Evolving Family Dynamics

The structure of the American family has undergone fundamental changes over the last 50 years. To discuss the social implications of these changes, Goldman Sachs welcomed Stew Friedman, director of the Wharton Work/Life Integration Project; Betsey Stevenson, professor of public policy at the Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy; and Neera Tanden, president of the Center for American Progress, to a Talks at GS session in New York. Watch Video

11 JUN 2015

Bob Colacello, The Intersection of Culture, Politics and Media

During his more than 40-year career, journalist and Vanity Fair special correspondent Bob Colacello has profiled more than 100 iconic figures. The former editor of Andy Warhol-founded Interview magazine discusses the intersection of culture, politics and media. Watch Video

27 JUL 2015

Michael Pettis, Perspectives on the Chinese Economic Landscape

China’s stock market has experienced significant volatility so far this year. Michael Pettis, an economist and professor at Peking University’s Guanghua School of Management, shares his perspectives on the country’s evolving economic landscape. View Video

17 JUL 2015

John Kufour, Ghana's Role on the Global Stage

John Kufuor, president of the Republic of Ghana from 2001 to 2009, discusses his presidential legacy, good governance and Africa’s position in the global landscape.

01 JUL 2015

Nick Bollettieri, Coaching Excellence

Tennis legend Nick Bollettieri has coached 10 number one players throughout his career. The founder of the Nick Bollettieri Tennis Academy discusses innovation in sports and fostering a culture of excellence. Watch Video

08 JUL 2015

John Amaechi, The Psychology of Success

John Amaechi, former National Basketball Association player, best-selling author and executive coach, discusses his journey in professional sports and the importance of being inclusive. Watch Video

22 JUN 2015

Danny Meyer, The Business of Hospitality

Since opening his first restaurant in 1985, restaurateur Danny Meyer has become a fixture on the New York City dining scene. The chief executive officer of Union Square Hospitality Group discusses the importance of service and building a strong culture of hospitality. Watch Video

29 MAY 2015

David Adjaye, Innovation and Social Responsibility in Architecture

The Smithsonian Museum of African American History and Culture, opening in 2016, will likely be the last museum built on the National Mall. Its designer, award-winning architect David Adjaye, discusses this project and innovation in architecture. Watch Videos

16 APR 2015

Deepak Chopra, Enlightened Leadership

Deepak Chopra, M.D., co-founder of The Chopra Center for Wellbeing, as well as founder and chairman of The Chopra Foundation, discusses enlightened leadership and spirituality. Watch Video

01 MAY 2015

Mark Kelly, The Spirit of Exploration

Retired astronaut, retired US Navy Captain and author of the New York Times best-selling memoir Gabby: A Story of Courage, Love and Resilience, Mark Kelly discusses space exploration and the human desire to explore. Watch Video

29 APR 2015

Christine Loh, Environmental Sustainability in Asia

An increased focus on environmental sustainability has recently positioned Hong Kong to become a national influencer of change in China. Christine Loh, Under Secretary for the Environment in Hong Kong, discusses how public and private sectors can partner together to effect change. Watch Videos

28 APR 2015

Kenneth Langone and Neal Goldman, The Science of Relationships

Today’s technology is impacting the way in which we develop personal relationships. The Home Depot co-founder Kenneth Langone discusses the art of building successful relationships, and Neal Goldman, founder of networking platform Relationship Science, explains how to maximize them through technology. Watch Videos

24 APR 2015

Muhammad Junus and Andrea Jung, Changing Communities Through Microfinance

Nobel Peace Prize laureate and Grameen Bank founder Muhammad Yunus, along with former CEO of Avon Products, Inc. and current CEO of Grameen America Andrea Jung, discuss the social and economic impact of microfinance. Watch Videos

13 APR 2015

Amory Lovins, The Future of Global Energy

Amory Lovins, co-founder and chief scientist of environmental think tank Rocky Mountain Institute, discussed his vision for a sustainable global energy future. Watch Video

24 MAR 2015

Aya Abe, Raising Awareness of Child Poverty in Japan

Dr. Aya Abe, a director at Japan’s National Institute of Population and Social Security Research, discusses ways to address child poverty in Japan. Watch Video

03 MAR 2015

Samantha Power, Economic Empowerment and Global Diplomacy in Action

Ambassador Samantha Power, US Permanent Representative to the United Nations (UN) and a member of President Obama’s Cabinet, discussed her current role at the UN, foreign policy and women’s economic empowerment. Watch Video

26 FEB 2015

Vishal Sikka and Alan Kay, Technology and Transformation

Dr. Vishal Sikka, CEO of technology solutions company Infosys, and Dr. Alan Kay, a foundational researcher in computer science, discussed innovation in technology. Watch Video

09 FEB 2015

Misty Copeland, Breaking Barriers in Ballet

Misty Copeland, principal dancer for American Ballet Theatre, discusses motivation, diversity and breaking barriers. Watch Video

29 JAN 2015

The Sundance Premiere of "The Power of Words"

In conjunction with the Sundance Film Festival, filmmaker Kweku Mandela, along with filmmakers Nabil Elderkin and Tyler Strachan, discuss “The Power of Words,” a film project undertaken by the Tribeca Film Institute, Montblanc and the Nelson Mandela Foundation to honor the legacy of Mandela’s grandfather, Nelson Mandela. Watch Video

29 JAN 2015

Marc Morial, Engaging in the National Dialogue on Race

Marc Morial, president and chief executive officer of the National Urban League, the nation’s largest civil rights organization, discusses race relations in the United States. Watch Videos

03 DEC 2014

The Evolution of Bitcoin

Balaji Srinivasan, CEO of 21 Inc., and board partner at Andreessen Horowitz, along with Jerry Brito, executive director of Coin Center, which focuses on public policy issues for digital currency, discussed the evolution of Bitcoin and its long-term potential. Watch Video

24 NOV 2014

Daniella Vitale, The Business of Luxury Retail

Daniella Vitale, chief operating officer and senior vice president of Barneys New York, discusses innovation in fashion and the business of luxury retail. Watch Video

17 NOV 2014

Cardinal Timothy Dolan, Finding Faith in a Modern World

Cardinal Timothy Dolan, archbishop of New York, discusses leadership and the evolution of the Catholic Church. Watch Video

14 NOV 2014

Admiral William McRaven, Life Lessons from a Navy SEAL

Admiral William McRaven, former commander of the United States Special Operations Command, discusses leadership, geopolitics and veterans affairs. Watch Video

22 OCT 2014

Tory Burch, The Business of Empowering Women

Tory Burch, founder and chief executive officer of Tory Burch LLC, discusses her career, her foundation’s efforts to promote women entrepreneurs and her first book, Tory Burch: In Color. Watch Video

09 OCT 2014

General Stan McChrystal, Effecting Change Through Public Service

General Stan McChrystal, former commander of the United States Armed Forces Afghanistan and founder of the Aspen Institute’s Franklin Project, discusses the current geopolitical landscape and the importance of public service. Watch Video

29 SEP 2014

Lauren Bush Lauren, Alleviating World Hunger Through Social Entrepreneurship

Lauren Bush Lauren, founder, creative director and chief executive officer of FEED Projects, discusses social entrepreneurship and world hunger. Watch Video

21 AUG 2014

Dean Kamen, A Life of Invention

Inventor and entrepreneur Dean Kamen discusses innovation, technology and the importance of science and engineering education. Watch Videos

28 JUL 2014

John Lewis: The Legacy of the Civil Rights Movement

Congressman John Lewis, US representative of Georgia’s fifth congressional district, shares his experiences as a leader in the civil rights movement in commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

24 JUL 2014

Ray Allen, The Globalization of Basketball

Professional basketball player and Olympic gold medalist Ray Allen discusses discipline, leadership and the globalization of basketball. Watch Video

25 JUN 2014

John Whitehead and Tom Brokaw, Remembering  D-Day

Former Goldman Sachs senior partner and co-chairman John C. Whitehead sits down with Tom Brokaw, journalist and author of The Greatest Generation, to discuss the 70th anniversary of the Allied invasion of Normandy and Whitehead’s role as a landing craft commander on D-Day. Watch Video

18 JUN 2014

Lord John Browne, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace

Lord John Browne, former CEO of BP and member of the House of Lords, discusses the energy sector and lessons reflected in his latest book, The Glass Closet: Why Coming Out Is Good Business, on the importance of an authentic, inclusive environment for LGBT employees in the workplace. Watch Video

07 APR 2014

Christine Bader, "The Evolution of the Corporate Idealist"

Christine Bader, author of The Evolution of a Corporate Idealist: When Girl Meets Oil, discusses the vital role of Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in global enterprises. Watch Video

27 FEB 2014

General Michael Hayden, The Global Security Landscape

General Michael Hayden, former director of the National Security Agency (NSA) and the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA), discusses key issues related to national and international security. Watch Video

22 JAN 2014

Stanley Nelson, The Sundance Premiere of

Before the Sundance® premiere of his documentary Freedom Summer on January 22, 2014, Emmy® award-winning filmmaker Stanley Nelson spoke at the Goldman Sachs offices in Salt Lake City about the inspiration behind the film. Watch Video

17 DEC 2013

The Growth of Technology in New York City

The leaders behind Cornell University's future technology campus on Roosevelt Island spoke about their efforts to fuel a tech boom in New York City. Watch Video