Robert Safian

Journalist, optimist, family man, delusional hoopster, founder of The Flux Group, host of Rapid Response, former editor of Fast Company

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Will the companies that learn to use AI have the biggest advantage?

Accenture CEO Julie Sweet joined @rsafian to discuss how the company is encouraging employees to embrace AI, and why learning to use it effectively is becoming essential for success.

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Commonwealth Fusion System CEO Bob Mumgaard joins @rsafian to discuss how modern tech is turning science fiction into reality and accelerating breakthroughs.

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The L.A. fires caused not just devastation, but political chaos and confusion.

Journalist & @MSNOWNews correspondent @jacobsoboroff joins @rsafian to discuss how politics are increasingly interfering with disaster relief.

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Is AI changing the shopping landscape?

@Mastercard CEO @MiebachMichael joins @rsafian to explore how AI is leveling the playing field for businesses and providing more options for consumers.

Watch the full conversation here: https://t.co/FI4XfmoPpx

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“We’ve had a workforce shortage in Oklahoma City.”

@davidfholt joins @rsafian to discuss balancing immigration with economic needs, governing a politically “purple” city, and why America may be less polarized than it appears.

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"I reject the notion that Americans are polarized."

Oklahoma City Mayor @davidfholt joins @rsafian to discuss the importance of working together and getting things done regardless of political views.

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AI isn’t coming — it’s already here.

LinkedIn co-founder and tech investor @reidhoffman joins @rsafian to break down why the US must embrace AI and invest in data centers to stay competitive.

Watch the full conversation here: https://t.co/502NWarJVe

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Should it be considered malpractice to not use AI for a second medical opinion?

LinkedIn co-founder and tech investor @reidhoffman thinks so. He joins @rsafian to discuss how medical professionals should be utilizing AI in their work.

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Have music streaming services helped or hurt the industry?

Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason Jr. says it depends on how you define success. He joins @rsafian to discuss today’s music economy, Grammy voting, and music’s impact on business.

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The @Grammys are almost here but what does it really take to pull off one of the biggest nights in music?

Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason Jr joins @rsafian with a behind-the-scenes look and a preview of Sunday’s show.

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Journalist @dannyfunt joins @rsafian to unpack his new book, Everybody Loses, and explore how legalized gambling is transforming sports leagues, media, and the economics of fandom — amid growing scandals across the NBA, MLB, and NCAA.

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What does holiday shopping reveal about consumer confidence in the new year?

@Mastercard CEO @MiebachMichael joins @rsafian to unpack global spending signals, AI’s growing role in financial security, and the future of payments — from cards to crypto.

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Recorded live at @BrownUniversity, political economist @MkBlyth joins @rsafian to unpack the U.S. economy. He breaks down inflation, shifting innovation power, and why coding may become obsolete.

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[Masters of Scale @mastersofscale]

Meredith Kopit Levien, CEO of @nytimes, joined @RapidResponseHQ host @rsafian at Masters of Scale Summit to discuss intellectual property rights and how to build sustainable AI practices in journalism.

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What does the economic landscape look like in the age of AI?

At @mastersofscale Summit, @rsafian asked @clarashih of @Meta how AI is reshaping work — from an explosion of small businesses to a rise in generalists.

Watch: https://t.co/f0wgVb3qEx

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How do you actually use AI agents effectively in business?

At @mastersofscale Summit, @rsafian sat down with @levie, CEO of @Box, to explore what it takes to make AI agents truly useful — starting with how we teach them.

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This country belongs to us — the people.

At @mastersofscale Summit, Carla Vernon of @Honest joined @rsafian to share lessons from her parents and, with @JessicaBerman1, discuss rebuilding trust, reframing strategy, and leading with purpose.

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“Every single leadership lesson you need in life, you learned when you were five.”

@JessicaBerman1, Commissioner of the @NWSL, joined @rsafian at @mastersofscale Summit to share how childhood lessons have shaped her leadership.

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.@typesfast, Founder and CEO of @flexport, sat down with @rsafian at @mastersofscale Summit to discuss how recent US policy changes is affecting business decisions.

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What’s next for Meta?

As AI, cultural shifts & free speech debates reshape the digital world, @Meta's CMO @alexschultz joins @rsafian to share lessons from nearly 20 years at the company and more.

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