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From Downing Street to Silicon Valley: Nick Clegg on Politics, Tech, and the Digital Future.
In this special episode of The Geopolitics of Business, Sam Gyimah sits down with Nick Clegg, former UK Deputy Prime Minister and Meta’s former President of Global Affairs, for a wide-ranging conversation on the intersection of politics, technology, and power.
They discuss the surprising stability of the UK coalition government, the challenges of decision-making in both politics and tech, and the geopolitical consequences of AI and a fragmenting internet.
As he launches his new book How to Save the Internet, Nick shares timely insights on how platforms and governments can respond to today’s escalating tech conflicts and political divides.
Host: Sam Gyimah, Founder and CEO of SG& Capital Partners
Producers: Clare Williamson and Duncan Williamson for SG& Capital Partners with SG& Co-producer Nicky Black
Music composed by Sophie Sirota
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You can find a summary of the key points in this episode in The Geopolitics of Business Newsletter.
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This week, Sam unpacks the key themes of Season 2 with Gideon Rachman, Chief Foreign Affairs Commentator at the Financial Times.
From the unpredictability of Trump-era policies to the evolving dynamics within Europe and China’s strategic economic manoeuvres, Gideon offers a sharp, nuanced analysis of today’s geopolitical landscape.
The conversation delves into the challenges for centrists in an era marked by inequality, deglobalisation, and militarisation—highlighting what these trends mean for leaders, investors, and citizens alike and also covers China's economic strategy and the heightened geopolitical tensions leading to increased militarisation around the world.
Host: Sam Gyimah, Founder and CEO of SG& Capital Partners
Producers: Clare Williamson and Duncan Williamson for SG& Capital Partners with SG& co-producer: Nicky Black
Music composed by: Sophie Sirota
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In this week’s episode, Sam Gyimah sits down with billionaire entrepreneur Manfredi Lefebvre D’Ovidio—a seasoned leader who has reshaped the cruise and luxury travel industries over five decades. From his early days learning the ropes alongside his influential father, to his bold, industry-redefining moves in acquiring cruise lines and expanding into diverse investments, Manfredi shares his first‐hand insights on overcoming geopolitical turbulence, embracing change, and seizing opportunities with speed and skill. The conversation spans the challenges posed by wars, pandemics, and shifting global trends, along with his thoughts on the future of business innovation and competitiveness.
Host:
Sam Gyimah, Founder and CEO of SG& Capital Partners
Producers:
Clare Williamson and Duncan Williamson for SG& Capital Partners with SG&
Co-producer: Nicky Black
Music composed by:
Sophie Sirota
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00:00 – Early Journey & Family Legacy
Manfredi reflects on starting his career at 19, following in the footsteps of his innovative father, and outlines a 220-year family history that stretches back from Naples in the post-Napoleonic era.
03:00 – Building a Maritime Empire
Delve into the evolution from operating family shipping businesses to pioneering the cruise industry—from early ventures in ferry transport and maritime navigation, to the bold acquisition and turnaround of cruise lines.
06:00 – Geopolitical and Economic Crosscurrents
Discussion on how wars, supply chain disruptions, and the pandemic have shaped global travel.
09:00 – The Power of Speed & Skill
Discover how manmade advantages—nimble decision-making backed by deep industry knowledge and well-organised capital—allowed Manfredi to seize opportunities that others overlooked, even in times of rapid change.
11:00 – Global Trends & Future Disruptions
Manfredi outlines the challenges faced by regions like Europe due to high energy costs and rigid labour markets, while looking ahead to emerging technologies.
13:00 – Reflections & Optimism
Concluding reflections on adaptability, resilience, and the relentless pace of change in global business.
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In this week’s episode, Sam joins Lord Chris Patten at his London home for a discussion about the state of global democracy. Known as one of the big beasts of British politics, Chris has held senior roles in the cabinet, the EU and most notably, as the last governor of Hong Kong. He’s also been chancellor of Oxford University. The conversation focuses on the challenges of sustaining democracy, the rise of populism, the importance of truth, free speech and checks and balances. Chris reflects on his personal experiences in negotiations with China, Russia, Iran and the EU.
Host: Sam Gyimah, Founder and CEO of SG& Capital Partners
Producers: Clare Williamson and Duncan Williamson for SG& Capital Partners with SG& Co-producer Nicky Black
Music composed by Sophie Sirota
For listener questions or business inquiries please email info@thegeopoliticsofbusiness.com, and to contact SG& Capital Partners please email info@sgand.com.
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00:00 The Challenges of Sustaining Democracy
02:58 The Rise of Populism and Economic Failures
03:25 Political Truths and Voter Expectations
06:08 International Relations and Diplomacy
06:46 Iran's Nuclear Ambitions and Diplomacy
10:15 Hong Kong and China's Ambitions
24:11 Higher Education in the Crosshairs of Geopolitics
25:23 The Importance of Free Speech in Universities
30:04 Mass Higher Education and Its Challenges
31:51 Developing Human Capital in the Age of AI
33:41 Leadership and Choosing Advisers
35:51 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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This week, Sam is taking a deep dive into global economics with Baroness Dambisa Moyo. From the importance of economic growth and the structural issues affecting it, to deglobalisation, populism and technology, the esteemed economist and author gives her appraisal of what is happening around the world and what comes next.
Baroness Moyo and Sam also discuss how governments and businesses need to adapt to the shifting geopolitical landscape, what the opportunities are for investors and what the cuts to aid budgets could mean for Africa.
Host: Sam Gyimah, Founder and CEO of SG& Capital Partners
Producers: Clare Williamson and Duncan Williamson for SG& Capital Partners with SG& Co-producer Nicky Black
Music composed by Sophie Sirota
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00:00 Introduction to Geopolitics and Economics
02:08 The Importance of Economic Growth
02:55 Challenges Facing Major Economies
04:29 The Role of Capital, Labour, and Productivity
08:31 Impact of Globalisation and Populism and Trump
12:32 Future of Global Economic Order
14:51 Technological Disruption and Job Market
16:34 Investor Strategies in a Changing World
24:42 Short-Term Tactical Changes and Global Capital Flows
26:03 Opportunities in Different Regions
28:15 The Future of the US Dollar and Fiat Currencies
34:17 China's Economic and Political Landscape
39:05 The UK's Role in the Global Economy
41:34 Challenges for Emerging Markets and Development Finance
45:48 The Interplay Between Politics and Economics
48:16 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
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In this episode of 'Geopolitics of Business,' host Sam Gyimah talks with Ida Tin, the entrepreneur who coined the term FemTech and developed the period-tracking app Clue, and Dan Vahdat, CEO of Huma, a remote healthcare platform that leverages AI.
Ida discusses FemTech's impact on women's health and its struggle for recognition and funding, while Dan explores the transformative potential of AI in healthcare. Both guests share their insights on building successful tech companies in Europe, navigating venture capital challenges, and envisioning a future where technology creates healthier societies.
These recordings were made in collaboration with our partners at FII Priority Europe.
Host: Sam Gyimah, Founder and CEO of SG& Capital Partners
Producers: Clare Williamson and Duncan Williamson for SG& Capital Partners with SG& Co-producer Nicky Black
Music composed by Sophie Sirota
For listener questions or business inquiries please email info@thegeopoliticsofbusiness.com, and to contact SG& Capital Partners please email info@sgand.com.
You can find a summary of the key points in this episode in The Geopolitics of Business Newsletter.
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00:00 Introduction to Women's Health and Economy
00:15 Meet the Visionaries: Ida Tin and Dan Vahdat
00:34 The Predictability of Heart Attacks
00:42 Different Approaches to Health Tech Business
02:14 The Concept of Fem Tech
05:52 Challenges in Fem Tech Funding
08:28 Building a Global Fem Tech Company
15:09 The Future of Fem Tech and AI
18:00 Europe as a Hub for Health Innovation
20:16 Political Leadership and European Vision
20:49 Challenges of Building Companies in Europe
22:14 A Vision for Europe's Future
23:35 Introduction to Dan Vahdat and Huma
23:55 Huma's Mission and Healthcare AI
25:28 Scaling Challenges in Healthcare
26:41 AI's Role in Healthcare Transformation
29:59 Global Disparities in AI and Healthcare
32:40 Entrepreneurial Landscape and Geopolitics
35:12 Government's Role in Innovation
39:47 Ethics and Future of AI in Healthcare
40:31 Huma's Future Plans and Conclusion
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This week, Sam Gyimah is joined by Lord Gerry Grimstone — former UK Investment Minister and a key figure behind the 1980s privatisations that reshaped the British economy. From transforming state assets under Thatcher to chairing Barclays and Standard Life, Grimstone shares insider lessons on reform, regulation, and the realities of attracting investment. They explore what it will take to fix UK plc, unlock growth, and navigate an increasingly uncertain global economic landscape.
Host: Sam Gyimah, Founder and CEO of SG& Capital Partners
Producers: Clare Williamson and Duncan Williamson for SG& Capital Partners with SG& Co-producer Nicky Black
Music composed by Sophie Sirota
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You can find a summary of the key points in this episode in The Geopolitics of Business Newsletter.
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This week, host Sam Gyimah sits down with Stefano Pontecorvo, President of Italian defence and aerospace giant Leonardo and former ambassador to NATO. They explore the shifting landscape of global defence investment, why Europe must catch up with U.S. spending, and the end of the post-Cold War peace dividend. Plus: investment opportunities, rising “neo primes” or challenger defence companies, and how the private and public sector can work together.
Recorded in collaboration with FII at FII Priority Europe 2025.
Host: Sam Gyimah, Founder and CEO of SG& Capital Partners
Producers: Clare Williamson and Duncan Williamson for SG& Capital Partners with SG& Co-producer Nicky Black
Music composed by Sophie Sirota
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You can find a summary of the key points in this episode in The Geopolitics of Business Newsletter.
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For this first episode of our new series, host Sam Gyimah is in conversation with Richard Attias, Chair of the Future Investment Initiative (FII) – a nonprofit foundation with an investment arm, backed by the Public Investment Fund (PIF) of Saudi Arabia.
Richard has the ear of world leaders, has built FII into the world’s leading investment forum and has strong opinions on the global economy. He talks to Sam about the power of conversation and inclusivity to solve the world’s problems and shares his thoughts on where the smart money is being invested.
Host: Sam Gyimah, Founder and CEO of SG& Capital Partners
Producers: Clare Williamson and Duncan Williamson for SG& Capital Partners with SG& Co-producer Nicky Black
Music composed by Sophie Sirota
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You can find a summary of the key points in this episode in The Geopolitics of Business Newsletter.
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This week on the show we explore moonshots and artificial intelligence with Astro Teller, the co-founder of and CEO of X, Alphabet's moonshot factory, which is responsible for inventing and launching breakthrough technologies.
Teller is a believer in rethinking how companies innovate and solve what seem like unsolvable problems. He and host Sam Gyimah have a wide ranging conversation on big tech, AI, regulation, and big ideas in business.
The Geopolitics of Business is a show by Sam Gyimah, produced by FP Studios. Views and opinions expressed on the podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Foreign Policy, its affiliates, or any institution Sam Gyimah is associated with. Investment carries risk. We recommend individual investors consult with an independent financial advisor before making any investment.
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This week on the show host Sam Gyimah explores Britain’s economy and place in the world post-Brexit with two "big beasts" of British politics of economics. First Sam speaks with Lord Michael Heseltine, former Deputy Prime Minister of Great Britain - a titan of British Politics for over half a century - and one of the few Conservative voices who spoke out against Brexit. Then Sam gets additional insights from Lord Jim O’Neil, an Independent Member of the House of Lords, former UK Treasury Minister, and former Chairman of Goldman Sachs Asset Management.
The Geopolitics of Business is a show by Sam Gyimah, produced by FP Studios. Views and opinions expressed on the podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Foreign Policy, its affiliates, or any institution Sam Gyimah is associated with. Investment carries risk. We recommend individual investors consult with an independent financial advisor before making any investment.
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In this episode, we dive into U.S. politics with Paul Ryan, the former speaker of the U.S. House of Representatives. In a wide-ranging interview with host Sam Gyimah, the two discuss the current state of American democracy and its impact on the world, various business scenarios related to the outcome of the 2024 U.S. elections, and why in today’s complex world, multinational CEOs need to think like politicians and be up to speed on issues such as trade, immigration, and the so-called culture wars.
The Geopolitics of Business is a show by Sam Gyimah, produced by FP Studios. Views and opinions expressed on the podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Foreign Policy, its affiliates, or any institution Sam Gyimah is associated with. Investment carries risk. We recommend individual investors consult with an independent financial advisor before making any investment.
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Writer and investor Ruchir Sharma speaks with host Sam Gymiah about his decades of experiences assessing emerging markets and shares tips on how to best understand when a developing country may be ripe for investment. The two also discuss the new risks involved in emerging markets as a result of the US/China strategic rivalry. Sharma is the head of Rockefeller Capital Management's international business, a columnist for the Financial Times, and author of numerous books including, "Breakout Nations: In Pursuit of the Next Economic Miracles."
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In the run up to COP28, host Sam Gyimah speaks with Lord John Browne, the current Chairman of BeyondNetZero and former CEO of energy giant BP. The two discuss the broader forces that shape the world's energy market, touch on his personal journey from oil man to net zero champion, and strategize on what it will take to transition the global economy in order to address the climate crisis.
The Geopolitics of Business is a show by Sam Gyimah, produced by FP Studios. Views and opinions expressed on the podcast do not necessarily represent the views of Foreign Policy, its affiliates, or any institution Sam Gyimah is associated with. Investment carries risk. We recommend individual investors consult with an independent financial advisor before making any investment.
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In our premiere episode, host Sam Gyimah speaks with José Manuel Barroso, chair of GAVI, the Global Vaccine Alliance. Barroso has also served as Prime Minister of Portugal, President of the European Commission and Chairman of Goldman Sachs International.
The two have a wide ranging conversation on shifting power blocs covering topics such as US-China relations, Russia and Ukraine, fragmentation of the global order, and vaccine nationalism. Barroso shares personal stories of his years in politics and business and what it was like being in the room negotiating with world leaders including George W. Bush, Xi Jinping, and Vladimir Putin.
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"The Geopolitics of Business" is the podcast where the boardroom meets the stateroom. On each episode, host Sam Gyimah, a former Wall Street bank financier, entrepreneur, and British Government Minister, has frank discussions on the impacts on business of big political decisions with the world’s leading investors, CEOs and politicians who have made the big calls at the toughest moments. Featured guests include former EU Commissioner President Jose Manuel Barroso, businessman and former British Deputy Prime Minister Lord Michael Heseltine, and former BP Chairman John Brown.
With themes ranging from shifting power blocs, rapidly advancing technology, de-globalization, end of free money, populism and polarization and climate action, these conversations are meant to engage, illuminate and provide insights for leaders seeking greater understanding of the high stakes interplay between global business and geopolitics, and where we’re heading.
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