Exponential Africa

Jul 19 2021 33
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Exponential Africa podcast brings you the best thought leadership and innovation from around the world. Hosted by Mic Mann, this podcast aims to bring you impactful knowledge and ideas featuring discussions around exponential technologies, disruption, and how to leverage cutting-edge ideas to future-proof your business. Mic interviews and discusses the future of technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, 3d Printing, IoT, Biotechnology and more, as well as global grand challenges such as energy, education, food, water and prosperity. Let's #futureproofAfrica together.

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#3 Exponential Conversations - Adam Pantanowitz

Jul 19 2021 37 mins  
Today's conversation is with an incredible thought leader, innovator and futurist Adam Pantanowitz, talking about his favourite topic Hacking Humans with Mic Mann. We get to hear some interesting insights on the work Adam is doing as well as his philosophy on a number of issues from overcoming adversity to hacking tips. Adam Pantanowitz is a fanatical technologist, who enjoys

#2 Exponential Conversations - Merritt Moore

Jul 13 2021 25 mins  
Today's conversation is with a future superstar discussing how she programmes robots and dances ballet with them. Growing up Merritt Moore was inspired by her elders who taught her the passion of understanding what makes the world tick, through the sciences and the stars.A hat-trick achiever, Merritt is a Quantum Physicist and Ballerina, delving into the astronaut sector. An a

#1 Exponential Conversations - Rafael Brown

Jun 22 2021 29 mins  
Listen to the latest episode of Exponential Conversations in a discussion with Rafael Brown and Mic Mann on The Future of music concerts in VR & Gaming. A great migration into virtual worlds is taking place at warp speed. Now is the time for you to explore and discover the opportunities and potential that lie ahead. Virtual and augmented reality tech is the next evolution in co

#16 2021, The Year of Crypto & NFTs

Apr 06 2021 67 mins  
We are excited to launch Season 3 of Exponential Africa Live, kicking off on the future of Bitcoin and Crypto. Will 2021 be the year of mass global adoption in the crypto and Bitcoin space. Already we are seeing large organisations like Tesla, Square and BNP Melon get involved and more to follow.Featuring:Mic Mann: Host, SUSA Co-CeoHenri Arslanian: PWC Global Crypto LeaderTanya Kno

#15 Investing in Disruptive Innovation

Mar 11 2021 65 mins  
This conversation will focus on Investing in Disruptive Innovation, technologies that are on an exponential growth curve and are going to ultimately change the way we live in the future. Featuring Catherine Wood, Founder & CEO of ARK Invest.With over 40 years of experience identifying and investing in innovation, Cathie founded ARK to focus solely on disruptive innovation while

#14 Let's Talk About Space, Baby

Mar 04 2021 69 mins  
Let's Talk About SPACE, Baby! The allure of the unknown intrigues us as human beings, and we want to adventure and discover new frontiers. The future of spaceflight will lead us to off-planet vacations and eventually humans on mars.Join the conversation focusing on the various innovations and advances in the space ecosystem and what we can look forward to in the future from ma

#13 Digital Health Future

Mar 04 2021 58 mins  
Join the conversation, focusing on how can we embrace a Digital Health Future so that we can help Africa leapfrog. From online doctors, chatbots, telemedicine, remote doctors, nanobots and more. Join these incredible experts as they discuss how to create a new healthy future fuelled by digital health.Featuring:Divya Chander: SingularityU Chair Neuroscience; Atlantic Council GeoTech

#12 Parenting + Life Long Learning

Feb 25 2021 48 mins  
This conversation will focus on Parenting and Life Long learning. The future of our success as humanity lies in a great education. Most parents want their kids to grow up so that they are successful and can make a positive impact in the world. However, it’s not clear on the way forward as a parent especially because of the pandemic. Is it better to homeschool or make sure they ar

#11 The Big Data & Internet of Things Explosion

Feb 25 2021 56 mins  
The world's population has reached over 7.7 billion, according to population.io and is continually rising. More and more people are being pulled out of poverty, living a better, healthier, more abundant life.Join the conversation with Wolfgang Fengler - Who is the World Bank's Lead Economist in Southern Africa and Phathizwe Malinga - MD of SqwidNet and part of the Singula

#10 Is Human Flight the Future of Mobility?

Feb 18 2021 49 mins  
Flying cars, air taxis, and flying humans were once a dream and in science fiction novels and movies. Richard Browning has redefined our concept of human flight.The conversation tonight will focus on the story of the incredible jet suit that Richard has created as a disruptor in the future of travel and mobility. As well as some of the most exciting, most cutting edge technology th