The TrustMakers

By Edelman and Advertising Week

Trust is the ultimate currency in the relationship that all institutions – businesses and brands, governments, NGOs, media – build with their stakeholders. Trust enables an organization to operate, le... more

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January 07, 2026 The Longest Table’s Maryam Banikarim On Breaking Bread to Rebuild Trust
Emmy Award–winning storyteller, corporate CMO and The Longest Table movement co-founder Maryam Banikarim joins Edelman’s Jackie Cooper to discuss why trust is increasingly built at the hyperlocal level. They explore how real-world connection, participation, and shared purpose are helping communities rebuild trust, what leaders can learn from grassroots movements, and why grace, vulnerability, and human connection matter more than control in today’s divided world.
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29min
December 31, 2025 Andrew Ng on Separating AI Facts from Fiction
Andrew Ng, founder of Coursera and Deeplearning.AI, joins Edelman CEO Richard Edelman to discuss what it will take to build trust in artificial intelligence at scale. They explore how AI is moving from experimentation to everyday use, why media narratives and sensational headlines have led to public fear and misunderstanding of AI, and how leaders can ensure AI innovation delivers real value for stakeholders.
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23min
December 17, 2025 Stewart “Brittlestar” Reynolds on Trust, Humor, and Staying Relevant
Digital creator Stewart Reynolds – aka “Brittlestar” – joins Edelman’s Jackie Cooper to explore how creators build trust in an era of constant reinvention. They discuss why humor and authenticity outperform traditional advertising, how creators over the age of 50 are redefining influence, and what brands can learn from the deep audience trust that powers …
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December 03, 2025 World Economic Forum’s Daniel Dobrygowski on What It Takes to Trust AI
World Economic Forum’s Daniel Dobrygowski joins Edelman’s Sat Dayal to discuss the global trust gaps highlighted in the new Edelman Trust Barometer Flash Poll on AI. They look at what past technology shifts can teach us about building trust in AI today, why cultural experiences shape enthusiasm and skepticism, and how leaders can help people …
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25min
November 19, 2025 Tech Analyst Benedict Evans on How AI Is Reshaping Work, Trust, and Daily Life
Technology analyst Benedict Evans joins Edelman’s Sat Dayal to discuss the findings from the new Edelman Trust Barometer Flash Poll on AI. They explore why optimism and adoption are higher in China and Brazil than in developed markets, how AI is reshaping the workplace, and what companies can do to build trust and make the …
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22min
October 29, 2025 Jimmy Wales on How Wikipedia Earned the World’s Trust
Jimmy Wales, founder of Wikipedia and the Wikimedia Foundation, joins Edelman’s Richard Edelman to discuss how one of the world’s most visited platforms has maintained trust in an era of misinformation, polarization, and AI-generated content. Drawing from his new book, “The Seven Rules of Trust,” Jimmy shares lessons on transparency, neutrality, and purpose.
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27min
October 15, 2025 Haleon US CMO Katie Williams on Making Health More Human
Katie Williams, US Chief Marketing Officer at Haleon, joins Edelman’s Jackie Cooper to explore how trust in health is evolving as consumers take more control of their well-being. Katie shares how Haleon is meeting people where they are – across social platforms, AI-enabled tools, and new health journeys like GLP-1 use – while staying rooted …
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28min
October 01, 2025 Allstate CEO Tom Wilson on Creating Trust Through Community
Tom Wilson, Chair, President and CEO of Allstate, joins Edelman’s Richard Edelman to look at how trust in America is shifting from national institutions to local communities. Drawing on Allstate’s report, The Trust Tipping Point, and the Edelman Trust Barometer, Tom explains why neighbors and local networks inspire greater confidence than national leaders, and shares …
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16min
September 17, 2025 Gen Z 2.0: Zach Gottlieb on Mental Health, AI, and Connection
Zach Gottlieb, founder of Talk With Zach, joins Edelman’s Amanda Edelman to explore how Gen Z is redefining conversations around mental health, social connection, and trust. Zach shares how his platform empowers young people to speak openly about emotions and challenges, and reflects on the opportunities and risks of seeking advice on social media and …
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32min
September 03, 2025 Gen Z 1.0 vs. 2.0: Rachel Janfaza Explains a Generation’s Split
Rachel Janfaza, writer and founder of The Up and Up, joins Edelman’s Amanda Edelman to unpack how Gen Z is reshaping politics, culture, and the workplace. Rachel describes her influential theory of “Gen Z 1.0 vs. Gen Z 2.0,” exploring how social media, the COVID-19 pandemic, and political upheaval created two distinct sub-generations. She explains …
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