Delphi Talks
The official podcast of Delphi Economic Forum! A selection of keynote speeches and panel discussions taking place literally in the navel of the world. Every year speakers and attendees from business, finance, politics and academia share their insights and expertise through a series of public events and private discussions, in an attempt to help shape and redefine policy-making for international issues of common interest.
Episodes
45 episodes
The Future of Violent Conflict
Are we truly entering a fundamentally more violent era, or do modern deterrence and globalization still hold the line against large-scale war?In this session, Stathis N. Kalyvas (Gladstone Professor of Government and Fellow at All Souls ...
“Mediamorphosis”: Journalism, Truth and Content in the Age of Generative AI
Generative AI is a technological innovation that has created a seismic shift. But while technology can accelerate processes, it cannot exercise editorial judgment. The pursuit of truth remains a human endeavor.Listen to a critical, glob...
Universities in an Age of Polarization
In an era where political disagreement has transformed into polarization and compromise is often viewed as defeat, what role must higher education play in bridging the divide? This question is answered in a conversation by DEF XI’s partner Lond...
In Conversation: Energy Security, Affordability And The Clean Transition In Times Of Crisis
How will Europe advance its green transition and ensure energy security through global instability? Teresa Ribera, EVP, Commissioner for the Clean, Just & Competitive Transition for the European Commission, and Stavros Papastavr...
In Conversation: European Prosperity in an Age of Global Uncertainty
Can Europe maintain its economic resilience in the face of imminent energy shocks and geopolitical instability? How can the EU boost global competitiveness while achieving true strategic autonomy? Listen to the conversation chaired ...
Trade Offs of a Trade War: A One-and-a-Half-Year Assessment of Trump’s Tariffs
As global protectionism intensifies, how are international markets holding up? Simon Nixon (Kathimerini) joins Greg Hands (former UK Trade Minister), Anders Ahnlid (National Board of Trade, Sweden), Henry Huiyao Wang (CCG China), Ia...
AI and the Future of Education
Can artificial intelligence reduce global learning inequalities? In partnership with the Columbia Global Center Athens at the Delphi Economic Forum, Yanis Ben Amor (Columbia University) leads a critical conversation with Nikos Pana...
In Conversation: Resilience Reloaded: How to prepare for a “Megadisaster”
Resilience Reloaded: How do we prepare for a "Megadisaster"? The realities of modern disaster management require reinforcing infrastructure and demand real investments in our communities. Listen in as Jeffrey Schlegelmilch (National...
Inside Trumpworld: Insights from the Front Lines
Insights from the Front Lines: What drives the Trump administration's agenda from the inside?In this episode, a panel of insiders – Matthew Boyle, from the Breitbart News Network, Alex Bruesewitz, CEO of X Strategies, Scott Atlas from St...
In Conversation: Kyriakos Mitsotakis, António Costa & Fred Pleitgen
This session addresses the geopolitical realignments and economic challenges currently impacting Europe and the global order. It features a high-level conversation between Kyriakos Mitsotakis, Prime Minister of the Hellenic Republic, and Antóni...
Economics Versus Politics: Who Wins in a Trumpian World?
Are markets or governments holding the reins? As the rules of globalization are rewritten, Martin Wolf (Financial Times) and Loukas Tsoukalis (Sciences Po Paris and ELIAMEP) explore what a second Trump term means for the geopolitical arena and ...
In Conversation - Patrick Odier and Alexia Tasouli
"Sustainability is first about net-positive growth, and sustainable finance is not about ideology. It’s about aligning capital with today’s economic realities and tomorrow’s risks."Listen to a discussion on the role of financ...
Fighting for Social Europe When Europe is at War
When Europe is in a battle, is there room to fight for a social Europe? This question is explored in a conversation between Philippe Van Parijs, a main defender of the concept of an unconditional basic income and Hoover Chair of Econ...
In Conversation - Guy Verhofstadt and Hugo Dixon
Is there a need for a new foundational treaty for only the member states that want to move on? Is EU leadership lacking? Listen to the conversation between Guy Verhofstadt, former Prime Minister of Belgium and Member of the European Parliament ...
The Algorithmic Age: Navigating the Ethical and Social Implications of AI
What are the ethical and social implications of artificial intelligence in an algorithmic age? Delve into this critical question by listening to the insightful discussion at the 10th anniversary Delphi Economic Forum. The conversation features ...
Surveillance Capitalism or Democracy? Freedom in the Age of Surveillance Capitalism
"Surveillance Capitalism or Democracy? Freedom in the Age of Surveillance Capitalism." Listen to Shoshana Zuboff, Co-Director of the Harvard Kennedy School's Carr Center for Human Rights and a world-renowned intellectual, sharing her incredibly...
Responses to Polycrises
Are we living in 'The Era of Polycrises?' This pivotal question, exploring the health, economic, refugee, and geopolitical aspects of a world in profound reorganization, framed one of the most compelling discussions at the 10th Delphi Economic ...
Cold War 2.0 - The Sino-American Race for Primacy
Is history repeating itself? Are we experiencing a Cold War 2.0? These pivotal questions framed the compelling discussion on 'The Sino-American Race for Primacy' at the recent 10th Delphi Economic Forum, with the Council for International Relat...
The Remaking of America & The World
Exploring the transformative forces at play in American politics and global affairs, "The Remaking of America & the World" convened a fascinating conversation between Matthew Boyle, Washington Bureau Chief for Breitbart News Network and a m...
The State of Europe and the World
With Europe striving to chart its course in an ever-evolving global order, the 10th Delphi Economic Forum featured an interesting discussion on "The State of Europe and the World." This powerful conversation brought together the perspectives of...
The Triple Challenge: Sustainability, Competitiveness & Labor
Among the most compelling discussions at the 10th Delphi Economic Forum was a session dedicated the future of work in collaboration with the Geneva Graduate Institute - TASC Platform and Cornell University - Global Labor Institute.In li...
In Conversation - Nouriel Roubini and Simon Nixon
Nouriel Roubini, in a conversation with Simon Nixon, discussed a shift in the global order, highlighting what he calls "megathreats". Despite these concerns, Roubini also expressed optimism about an impending technological revolution, which he ...
Asking the Oracle, What Path will Trump Follow?
Paul Dans, architect of 'Project 2025,' President Trump's conservative policy manifesto, spoke with Apostolos Mangiriadis, News Anchor of the Hellenic Broadcasting Corporation, at the 10th Delphi Economic Forum.Listen to his thoughts on...
The ruthless charm of gaslighting in politics and history
Is there “gaslighting” in politics? What are the rules for creating a counter-narrative to reality to serve a political agenda? Is there a way for humanity to defend against a world of deep-fakes and and post-truth?Recorded at the Delph...