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Clear all filters- Goldman Sachs27 min
António Guterres, United Nations Secretary-General
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres identifies the COVID-19 pandemic as the most severe global crisis since World War II, exposing critical fragilities in multilateral governance and the urgent need for a unified international strategy. He warns that the emergency is exacerbating deep-rooted inequalities, disproportionately affecting women, refugees, and the informal economy while threatening democratic stability through rising authoritarian surveillance and mental health burdens. Guterres calls for an unprecedented mobilization of resources involving the IMF, private sector expertise, and immediate debt relief to prevent systemic insolvencies and steer future recovery toward a greener, more inclusive global order.
- Goldman Sachs23 min
Deepak Chopra, MD, Founder of The Chopra Foundation
Dr. Andrew Newberg outlines a framework for managing crisis by applying the S-T-O-P technique to dissolve emotions through non-judgmental physical observation and biological self-regulation. He connects historical technological advancements following past upheavals to a future where algorithms correlate mental and biological states to foster creativity over anxiety. This approach culminates in a philosophy of emotional intelligence that progresses from empathy to love, driving biological healing through limbic resonance while promoting a post-crisis ecosystem built on humility and shared purpose.
- Goldman Sachs42 min
Jeff Maggioncalda, CEO of Coursera
Jeff Maggioncalda, Catherine Tate
Coursera leverages its ecosystem of 55 million learners, 165 elite universities, and 40 industry partners to rapidly expand access during the 2020 pandemic, seeing a twelve-fold surge in new learner acquisition and a five- to eighteen-fold spike in demand across diverse domains. CEO Jeff Maggioncalda highlights a structural transformation where 50 universities transitioned to the "Coursera for Campus" model within months, driving over 5.9 million total enrollments and prompting a permanent shift toward blended learning and credentialing as a standard business continuity strategy. This growth is underpinned by innovations like the "Course Match" algorithm and a freemium funnel that reduces student acquisition costs to $1,250, positioning online degrees and corporate deep-skilling tracks as essential solutions for a global higher education landscape facing significant infrastructure disparities.
- Goldman Sachs27 min
Paul Farmer CBE, CEO of Mind
Experts and organizations including Mind, Samaritans, and Goldman Sachs are addressing a pandemic-induced surge in mental health crises by promoting protective strategies such as strict routine maintenance, digital detoxification, and structured remote work environments. Historical precedents from the SARS outbreak and 2008 economic crash inform current protocols for vulnerable demographics, including frontline workers facing PTSD risks and students navigating educational uncertainty. Ultimately, the initiative aims to leverage these challenges to normalize mental health care as a societal priority and institutionalize resilience-building practices for the next decade.
- Goldman Sachs44 min
Adm. Timothy J. Keating, USN (Ret.) and Brig. Gen. Robert S. Spalding III, USAF (Ret.)
Timothy J. Keating, Robert S. Spalding III, Admiral Timothy Keating, Brigadier General Robert S. Spalding III, Norman Nye, Tim Keating, Rob Spalding
Hosted by Goldman Sachs's Norman Nye on April 15, 2020, Admiral Timothy Keating and Brigadier General Rob Spalding assessed how the COVID-19 pandemic accelerated U.S.-China geopolitical rivalry, particularly regarding Taiwan, supply chain decoupling, and 5G surveillance infrastructure. The experts concluded that the crisis would permanently shift global alignment toward a "democratic bloc" prioritizing national security over economic integration, forcing a reshoring of critical industries and tighter restrictions on Chinese technology. They further warned that economic strains could provoke China to employ gray zone tactics while the United States pivots toward strengthening alliances in the Indo-Pacific, India, and Latin America.
- Goldman Sachs33 min
Adam Higginbotham, Author of "Midnight in Chernobyl"
Author Adam Higginbotham's book chronicles the 1986 Chernobyl disaster by juxtaposing the idealized living standards of Pripyat with the fatal operational errors and design flaws that caused Reactor Number 4 to explode. The narrative details the catastrophic sequence initiated by Anatoly Dyatlov's decision to proceed with an unsafe safety test, which triggered a power surge that Soviet authorities initially concealed until Swedish detectors revealed the radiation leak. This environmental catastrophe not only caused thousands of confirmed thyroid cancers and long-term liquidator illnesses but also accelerated Mikhail Gorbachev's reforms and fueled Ukrainian independence movements that contributed to the eventual collapse of the Soviet Union.
- Goldman Sachs20 min
Jovita Carranza, Administrator of the U.S. Small Business Administration
Jovita Carranza, David Solomon
On April 9, 2020, Goldman Sachs Chairman David Solomon and SBA Administrator Jovita Carranza hosted a call to outline the Paycheck Protection Program's expanded capacity, which now involves over 4,100 lenders and a $349 billion funding pool. The administration detailed critical loan mechanics, including a 1% fixed interest rate, a June 30 application deadline, and specific forgiveness rules tied to payroll and utility expenses. Carranza further advised small businesses on utilizing the SBA's new "Find a Lender" tool while addressing the urgent need for expedited permits to support essential goods production.
- Goldman Sachs28 min
Jonathan Karl, Chief White House Correspondent for ABC News
Journalist Jonathan Karl characterizes the coronavirus pandemic as a more pervasive national crisis than 9/11 while detailing how the White House Correspondents Association drastically reduced briefing room seating and extended session durations to include top officials like Dr. Fauci and Vice President Pence. Karl's upcoming book, *Front Row at the Trump Show*, leverages new access from former Chief of Staff John Kelly to document the President's shift toward transparent, unfiltered Oval Office briefings despite his historical hostility toward the press. The narrative aims to provide a neutral historical account of the Trump era by analyzing the administration's alignment with expert advice and the President's enduring desire to dominate the news cycle.
- Goldman Sachs40 min
US Senators Marco Rubio and Ben Cardin
Marco Rubio, Ben Cardin, David Solomon
Hosted by Goldman Sachs Chairman David Solomon on March 30, 2020, Senators Marco Rubio and Ben Cardin outlined critical CARES Act provisions to address the 96% of small businesses already impacted by the COVID-19 crisis. The discussion detailed the Paycheck Protection Program's 100% federal guarantee and loan forgiveness terms alongside emergency grants and tax credits designed to sustain payroll and operations for entities with 500 employees or fewer. While emphasizing rapid fund distribution through over 800 authorized lenders, the committee also cautioned against fraudulent schemes and anticipated further legislative action should the economic downturn extend beyond the initial 60 to 90-day window.
- Goldman Sachs35 min
Barry Sonnenfeld, Filmmaker and Author of "Call Your Mother"
Cinematographer turned director Barry Sonnenfeld details his career trajectory from the low-budget financing of *Blood Simple* to directing box office hits like *The Addams Family* and the *Men in Black* franchise. The narrative explores his pivotal conflicts with directors such as Penny Marshall and Rob Reiner, while highlighting his strategic philosophy that relies on rigorous pre-production and pessimistic planning to mitigate creative failure. Sonnenfeld further recounts how his insistence on casting Will Smith reshaped the *Men in Black* series and reflects on his memoir, *Call Your Mother*, which frames his journey as an inspirational model for success in the film industry.
- Goldman Sachs24 min
Rahm Emanuel, Former Chicago Mayor and Author of "The Nation City"
Political leader Rahm Emanuel argues that global power has permanently shifted from dysfunctional national institutions to local governments, where 75% public confidence drives mayors to assume federal responsibilities in climate action, education, and economic growth. Citing Chicago's transformation of its school system and energy grid, Emanuel demonstrates how local leadership can achieve measurable outcomes, such as raising high school graduation rates from 56% to nearly 80%, while overcoming federal gridlock. He asserts that this structural realignment is irreversible and calls for a political strategy focused on execution and enabling policy rather than broad, unfulfillable campaign promises.
- Goldman Sachs28 min
Scott Budnick, Film Producer and CEO of One Community
Former *Hangover* producer Scott Budnick pivoted from the film industry to found the Anti-Recidivism Coalition (ARC) after identifying systemic injustices in the California juvenile justice system. Through strategic lobbying, Budnick leveraged his industry connections to pass landmark legislation like SB9, which granted parole hearings to juveniles sentenced to life without parole, while simultaneously launching the ARC "Adam" model to integrate formerly incarcerated individuals into unionized entertainment and construction jobs. His efforts have since secured freedom for thousands, influenced over 90% of U.S. governors to attend criminal justice reform screenings, and established a new media-focused initiative called One Community to humanize narratives surrounding mass incarceration.
- Goldman Sachs25 min
Professor Peter Piot, Director of the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine
The World Health Organization has classified the emerging coronavirus as a global emergency after transmission spread to nearly 30 countries through both travel and community contact. With no vaccine or specific treatment available, containment relies on isolation and surveillance, though data interpretation remains complicated by shifting case definitions and the virus's high respiratory transmissibility. While vaccine candidates from companies like Sanofi and J&J are in development, experts warn that the outbreak could trigger a second wave upon social reopening and underscore the urgent need for sustained investment in global public health infrastructure.
- Goldman Sachs25 min
Alexandre Arnault, CEO of RIMOWA
Alexandre Arnault, Josh Murray
Since acquiring a majority stake in Rimowa in 2017, CEO Alexander Arnault has orchestrated a strategic pivot from wholesale to a direct-to-consumer retail model while modernizing the brand's digital presence and engineering focus. Under this leadership, revenue has expanded beyond the initial $440 million baseline by leveraging LVMH's supply chain synergies while maintaining operational independence and avoiding obsolete technology integration. Arnault now drives hyper-growth by capitalizing on the rising global middle class and extending the brand's reach through authentic partnerships and product diversification beyond traditional luggage.
- Goldman Sachs23 min
Ken Mehlman, KKR’s Global Head of Public Affairs and Co-Head of Global Impact
Ken Melman, a former National Field Director for the 2000 Bush campaign and Chairman of the Republican National Committee, led the George W. Bush re-election effort by negotiating authority that superseded senior advisors and later spearheaded a historic apology to the NAACP to address racial divisiveness. Currently directing KKR's Global Impact Fund, Melman manages a $1.3 billion investment vehicle targeting sustainable development sectors like clean water and workforce development to align financial returns with United Nations goals. He further analyzes the current populist political climate by advising candidates to prioritize engagement metrics and volatile suburban voters in key states rather than traditional fundraising totals.