Join the Blue Owl Group as we welcome award-winning technology journalist Cecilia Kang to "Winging It." As a seasoned New York Times technology correspondent and bestselling author, Cecilia shares her journey from hometown Seattle to Seoul to Washington, DC and her personal trek into journalism. The conversation also explores the evolution of the technology landscape over the last couple of decades and the delicate balance between innovation and regulation, during which Cecilia shares her insights on how tech platforms and services are reshaping the media landscape and the world.

In this episode of "Winging It," the Blue Owl Group's Senior Advisor Ian Plunkett sits down with renowned Irish economist David McWilliams to unpack the complex forces reshaping global trade. From the resurgence of tariffs to Europe's quest for economic sovereignty, McWilliams offers his characteristically incisive analysis on how traditional economic paradigms are being challenged. Don't miss this wide-ranging discussion that connects the dots between protectionism, European autonomy, and the digital currency revolution – offering both warnings and opportunities for businesses navigating an increasingly unpredictable global economy.

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Join Blue Owl Group Senior Advisors Andrea Barenque and Carlos Cortes as they explore the intersection of artificial intelligence, social media, and open data across Latin America.

In this thought-provoking episode, Andrea and Carlos discuss how emerging technologies are reshaping business, governance, and society throughout the region. Whether you're a tech enthusiast, business leader, or policymaker, this conversation offers a nuanced perspective on how Latin American countries are thinking about public policy frameworks for AI and open data and navigating complex social media landscapes.

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Please join us for an insightful conversation with Larry Irving, a transformative figure in American telecommunications policy and 2019 inductee to the Internet Hall of Fame.

We explore Larry’s remarkable career path from Capitol Hill staffer to head of the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) during the Clinton Administration. Larry shares his firsthand experience navigating the dawn of Internet policymaking, including his groundbreaking research work and advocacy to popularize awareness of the digital divide - work that continues to shape policy discussions today globally.

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Join us as we sit down with Linda Griffin, Head of Global Public Policy at Mozilla. Linda shares her remarkable journey from an upbringing on the west coast of Ireland to becoming a leading voice in global tech policy. We explore her career arc, Mozilla's groundbreaking efforts to champion the open Internet, and her current work at the forefront of AI governance and open source AI. Linda offers unique insights on the challenges and opportunities in tech policy and the importance of maintaining human-centered values in our increasingly AI-driven world.

Aaron Rodericks, Bluesky Social's Head of Trust and Safety, joins Blue Owl Group Senior Advisor Ian Plunkett to discuss how the emerging social platform approaches platform governance.

From algorithmic transparency to decentralized content policies, Rodericks shares insights on harnessing technology and building trust-centric systems from day one. www.blueowlgrp.com

Join us for an illuminating conversation with Ian Bremmer, founder of Eurasia Group and one of today's most influential political scientists. Bremmer shares his unconventional journey from the housing projects of Chelsea, Massachusetts to becoming a leading voice in geopolitical analysis. He offers fresh insights on artificial intelligence's impact on global power dynamics and unpacks today's most pressing geopolitical challenges.

Join us for an in-depth conversation with Julie Inman-Grant, Australia's eSafety Commissioner. From pioneering work at the world's first online safety regulator to implementing groundbreaking laws targeting cyberbullying and image abuse, Inman-Grant shares how Australia is impacting online safety approaches worldwide. We learn of her unique journey from tech executive to public sector watchdog and explore her interest in advancing "Safety by Design.”

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