In this episode, Damian talks with the artist, writer, and coder Xiaowei Wang about their surprising findings about modern technology from their travels in rural China. Expanding on their book, Blockchain Chicken Farm, Wang shares models for decolonizing tech, challenges our ideas about rural vs urban innovation, and calls for a more expansive vision for global advancement (instead of a tech silver bullet).Influence is a production of WeTransfer, produced in association with Reasonable Volume. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Influence: Exploring The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly Of Advertising

Xiaowei Wang on What Rural China Teaches Us About Technology

When Rose Hudson-Wilkin was first called to church ministry as a child, the Church of England did not allow women to be priests. But being told what she could and couldn’t do didn’t deter her then, and it doesn’t deter her now. On this episode, Bishop Rose speaks to Damian about her journey from growing up in Jamaica to becoming a bishop in the Church of England—the first Black woman allowed the position. She talks about using her role to challenge discrimination, stand up for the vulnerable, and reaffirm the power of community.Influence is a production of WeTransfer, produced in association with Reasonable Volume. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Bishop Rose Hudson-Wilkin on Challenging the Status Quo

In this episode, Damian talks to responsible tech evangelist (and WeTransfer Board Chair) Martha Lane Fox. As a Crossbench Peer in the United Kingdom House of Lords, a board member of Twitter and Chanel, and an early startup success, Martha has a unique voice in some of the most influential rooms on the planet. In this conversation, she talks about bringing a European perspective to Twitter, how video conferencing has made it easier to speak up in the House of Lords, and how she uses her many positions for good.Influence is a production of WeTransfer, produced in association with Reasonable Volume. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Martha Lane Fox on Responsible Tech, Social Justice, and the House of Lords

To perceive colour for the first time, Neil Harbisson implanted an antenna into his skull. To experience the movement of earthquakes within her body, Moon Ribas implanted sensors into her feet. Damian meets the two cyborg artists and co-founders of the Cyborg Foundation to find out how technology has altered their perceptions of reality, blurred the lines between human and machine, and tested the boundaries of society.Influence is a production of WeTransfer, produced in association with Reasonable Volume. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Moon Ribas and Neil Harbisson on Life as Cyborgs

Damian meets Nichelle Tramble Spellman, the creator and showrunner of the Apple TV+  series Truth be Told. Nichelle discusses representation in Hollywood, being true to her characters, and how she’s supporting the next generation of filmmaking talent—and stories not often seen on the screen—with her production company The 51. Her work writing and producing for television influences not only what stories are told, but also how audiences see the world.Influence is a production of WeTransfer, produced in association with Reasonable Volume. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Nichelle Tramble Spellman on the Writer’s Responsibility and Representation in Hollywood

Loneliness affects everything from our physical health to our voting choices, according to research from this episode’s guest, Noreena Hertz. Her book, The Lonely Century, chronicles a loneliness crisis across the developed world. On this episode, Damian and Noreena discuss how technology, neoliberalism, open offices, and cities contribute to loneliness, and what people, workplaces, and governments can do to bring people together.Influence is a production of WeTransfer, produced in association with Reasonable Volume. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Noreena Hertz on Generation Lonely and Craving Connection

Aaron Koblin's dazzling data art projects have animated Johnny Cash's music and brought an Arcade Fire music video to viewers' childhood homes. On today's episode, Damian talks to the artist, designer, and co-founder of the VR company Within about what it means to be a tech optimist today, how VR might lead to more compassion, and how to save ourselves from the tech beasts we've created.Influence is a production of WeTransfer, produced in association with Reasonable Volume. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Aaron Koblin on Art, Data, and Virtual Reality

Nadya Tolokonnikova brought Russian punk feminism into existence with the creation of Pussy Riot, a music group and conceptual art piece in one. The Putin government put her in jail for two years after one of her performances. Despite the risks, she's spent the past decade working at the intersection of art and activism.In our latest episode, Tolokonnikova speaks with Damian about what's happened since the early days of Pussy Riot, why she believes in NFTs and the growth of digital art, and her emotional growth and current projects, including a unique performance she has planned at Chernobyl.Influence is a production of WeTransfer, produced in association with Reasonable Volume. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Nadya Tolokonnikova on Activism, Art and Accepting Vulnerability

Damian explores the delightfully manipulative power of magic with the magician and comedian Justin Willman. Together they unpack the basic human principles underlying the ‘attention economy’, subliminal messaging, and the element of surprise.  See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Justin Willman on Magic, Illusion, and Manipulation

On today's episode, Damian talks to Eli Pariser, author of The Filter Bubble and co-founder of New Public, about designing digital public spaces for the future. Using examples from across the globe, Eli imagines how online communities can work on bringing people closer together instead of driving us further apart.Influence is a production of WeTransfer, produced in association with Reasonable Volume. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Eli Pariser on Building Public Parks Online

In this revealing conversation with Damian, Brittany Kaiser shares what happened behind closed doors at Cambridge Analytica. She talks about Cambridge Analytica's involvement in Donald Trump's presidential campaign, how the company used our data against us, and her experience as a whistle-blower. Plus: The things she wants everyone to know about data privacy.Influence is a production of WeTransfer, produced in association with Reasonable Volume. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Brittany Kaiser on Standing Up to the Big Data Baddies

In the season kick-off, Damian talks to Ben Cohen and Jerry Greenfield, the co-founders of Ben & Jerry’s, about the company's founding principles and keeping its mission on course as one of the world's most recognised ice cream brands. The pioneers of responsible business share why the social mission should never be a ‘job done.’ Whether partnering with local businesses or taking fierce action against police brutality, the duo’s campaigning zeal is still as bright as ever.Influence is a production of WeTransfer, produced in association with Reasonable Volume. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Ben & Jerry on Fighting Injustice with a Spoon Full of Sugar

The world is changing, and so is the way we’re influenced. In season 3, we explore the hidden gems, hot spots, and dark alleys in the world of communication. Damian Bradfield will talk to ice cream makers, a magician, and a whistleblower about the intersection of responsibility and power, taking a forensic look at the invisible forces that influence the way we think, feel, and act. Tune in on March 10th.Influence is a production of WeTransfer, produced in association with Reasonable Volume. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Season 3: Influence Digs Deeper

From scoring a record deal (and a free ride home) with Will Smith to promoting superstars like Lady Gaga and Eve, it seemed Troy Carter had it all figured out. But it’s screwing up and learning from his mistakes that got him to where he is today – a high-flying music mogul and investment entrepreneur. In our season finale Damian and Troy talk all things tech, business, music and failure, plus how Covid-19 will change the way we connect. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Troy Carter on fresh starts, the Fresh Prince and the future of music

Hosted by WeTransfer CCO Damian Bradfield, Influence is a documentary podcast that takes a deep dive into the world of advertising. How much of a say do we really have when it comes to the things we buy? And what does the way we consume advertising say about our culture, our economy and our world? Featuring in-depth interviews, dramatic retellings and some iconic archival ads, Influence shines a light on the power of advertising – the good, the bad and the ugly. 

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