Welcome to Episode 17 of Power, Wealth or Purpose?, in which Oscar interview Jakob von Weizsäcker, the finance minister of the German state Saarland. After studying in Bonn, Lyon, Paris and Munich, Jakob became an economic researcher, worked in VC and finally turned to politics. 

Jakob and Oscar get into why working with interesting people is important, how non-political interests influence your actions as a politician, different types of politicians and why they’re important and much much more!

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Hosts: Oscar Schuller and Paul Greitemann

You are listening to Episode 16 of Power, Wealth or Purpose? where Paul Greitemann interviews Neha Jain, Founder of Zerocircle, a company producing plastics based on seaweed based in India. Neha talks about her time at University and how she landed her first job at Google. They delve into how she came up with the idea of Zerocircle and how her job as CEO impacts her perception of professional success. Listen in to discover Neha’s take on essential skills of an entrepreneur and other insightful opinions of someone who has the prospect of having a lot of power, wealth and purpose. 

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You are listening to Episode 15 of Power, Wealth or Purpose?, where Oscar interviews Rachel Keimach. Rachel is a Senior Vice President of Operations at Broadway Licensing. After graduating from the American Musical and Dramatic Academy and initially planning to be an actress, Rachel now works for one of the biggest and fastest growing companies in the licensing industry for musicals and theatre production.

Oscar and Rachel get into the role of strong networks in the theatre industry, what she looks at when she hires young professionals. Rachel explains the work her and broadway licensing do and shares her view on the future of the industry. They also delve into the role of AI for her job in the future and how she views our professional success metric: Power, Wealth or Purpose?

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Hosts: Oscar Schuller and Paul Greitemann

Production: Elian Jorand

Welcome to Episode 14 of Power, Wealth or Purpose?, where Paul interviews Gorgi Krlev. Gorgi is one of Europe’s leading sustainability professors. Not only does he teach at the ESCP in Paris, he also sits on several boards including the advisory board for education and research of the German government. 

Gorgi and Paul get into the role sustainability is going to play in our job world in the future, why it really is important to focus on what you’re passionate about, despite how difficult it is and how Corporate Sustainability Officers are going play a very important role in every major company in the world. 

We hope you’ve enjoyed this past month of Power, Wealth or Purpose? and can’t wait to get back to it on 8th January. Stay safe and interested, while you don’t have us chatting in your ear. Don’t forget to share this episode, subscribe on Spotify, LinkedIn, and Instagram, and email us your feedback at [email protected]. We’d love to hear what you think!

Hosts: Oscar Schuller and Paul Greitemann
Production: Elian Jorand.

Welcome to Episode 13 of Power, Wealth or Purpose?. Hear Oscar interview Chris Hoffman. Chris has been working in the humanitarian sector all his life. Literally. When Chris was 10, he went to Zimbabwe to provide humanitarian aid. Ever since, he’s been involved with the humanitarian sector in one way or another, whether that be with the UN, World Vision or most recently his own company Humanity Link. 

Chris speaks on the issues within the humanitarian sector, how Artificial Intelligence can help, his learnings from raising hundreds of millions of dollars and why hiring on trust is a much better practice than hiring on qualifications. Listen in to find out why ensuring we have effective governments is vital for the world’s future prosperity. 

Next week, we’re excited to feature Gorgi Krlev, a professor for sustainability at the ESCP in Paris. He’s got some fascinating insight into combining sustainability with the economy and how you can make an impact at the systemic level. Don’t forget to share this episode, subscribe on Spotify, LinkedIn, and Instagram, and email us your feedback at [email protected]. We’d love to hear what you think!

Hosts: Oscar Schuller and Paul Greitemann
Production: Elian Jorand.

Welcome back to "Power, Wealth or Purpose?" for our second season! In Episode 11, Oscar sits down with Tim Owen KC, a barrister and King's Counsel at Matrix Chambers, and a deputy high court judge in the Cayman Islands. Tim, an LSE History graduate, will discuss his dual roles in the legal field and share insights from his podcast "Double Jeopardy," which delves into law and politics in the UK.

In this episode, Tim Owen shares captivating insights from his legal career, including his defence of high-profile clients such as Rurik Jutting and Jimmy Lai. He delves into the origins of his career, recounting his initial steps into the legal world and what led him to become a barrister. Tim also demystifies the meaning of 'KC' in his title, offering listeners a clearer understanding of this prestigious legal distinction. Also, we discuss the significant hurdles faced by young, non-privileged barristers in the UK, highlighting the systemic challenges within the legal profession.

Next week, we’re excited to feature Harvard Professor Matt Liebman, an archaeologist focusing on Native American history, in a conversation with Paul. Don’t forget to share this episode, subscribe on Spotify, LinkedIn, and Instagram, and email us your feedback at [email protected].

Hosts: Oscar Schuller and Paul Greitemann

Producer: Elian Jorand

Welcome back to "Power, Wealth or Purpose?" for our second season! In Episode 12, Paul speaks with Matt Liebmann, a tenured professor for Archaeology at Harvard University. After his undergraduate at Boston College, Matt did his PhD at UPenn in Anthropology on the Pueblo Revolt movement by the Native Americans in the 17th century. 

Matt speaks on the fascinating path to his current job and what the concepts external and internal validation meant to him as he moved through different stages of his life. After this interview we have a much more positive view of the life of an academic: Essentially, you’re being paid to do what you love (and teach a little), doesn’t that sound amazing? Who knows, the world might be a little better off if more people did what they actually loved.   

Next week, we’re excited to feature Chris Hoffman, a humanitarian who has spent his life raising millions of dollars in aid for people in need. He gets into very interesting stuff with Oscar, including the current humanitarian crisis in Israel and Gaza. Don’t forget to share this episode, subscribe on Spotify, LinkedIn, and Instagram, and email us your feedback at [email protected]. We’d love to hear what you think!

Welcome to the 10th episode of "Power, Wealth or Purpose?!" In this last interview of our first season, Oscar sits down with John Barker, a retired medical researcher. 

John's educational journey took him through UC Santa Barbara, Cordoba, and Heidelberg before embarking on a fulfilling career as a medical researcher. John shares his experiences and perspectives on finding purpose in creating medical solutions.

Join John and Oscar as they discuss the importance of discovering one's interests and following the path that aligns with their strengths. Delve into John's transformative journey and learn how he made tangible changes in people's lives, from restoring people’s eyesight to giving individuals a new lease on life through groundbreaking research.

As the first season of "Power, Wealth or Purpose?!" draws to a close, stay tuned for the grand finale, where Oscar and Paul summarise their learnings and takeaways from the insightful interviews. Share this episode with those who would benefit from its inspiring message.

Thank you for joining us on this remarkable journey, and be sure to look out for future seasons of "Power, Wealth or Purpose?!" as we continue to explore captivating stories of success and purpose.

Welcome back to the 9th episode of "Power, Wealth or Purpose?!" Today, Oscar interviews Daniel Privitera, an economics PhD student at Oxford and the CEO of the KIRA Institute for Risks and Impacts of AI. 🎧

Daniel's career journey is nothing short of fascinating. From his impressive startup, "Streitgut," to his unconventional decision to deviate from a corporate path after completing his MPhil at Oxford, he brings a unique perspective to the table. Join us as we dive into his thought-provoking insights and intriguing career choices.

In this episode, Oscar and Daniel discuss the value of diverse and random internship experiences, uncovering the transformative power they hold. Discover how Daniel's ability to remove himself from societal pressures and follow his passion has shaped his remarkable career.

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Hosts: Oscar Schuller and Paul Greitemann