The Westenberg Podcast offers ideas, explainers, book notes, and reflections on technology, philosophy, and the human experience. Hosted by Joan Westenberg, each episode unpacks complex topics with clarity and depth, blending personal insights with thought-provoking analysis. It’s a space for exploring big questions and fresh perspectives in an accessible format.
Latest Episodes
The Rise of Digital Oligarchies
How Tech Giants Control Our LivesIn this episode of the Westenberg Podcast, I explore the concept of digital oligarchies in 2024, where a few tech companies dominate c...
Could You Invest for 100 Years?
The Power of Long-Term ThinkingIn this episode, I explore the concept of long-term thinking and its profound impact on civilization. I challenge viewers with hypotheti...
You Were Not Born to Censor Yourself for Other People’s Comfort
Stop Self-CensorshipIn this episode, I explore the importance of being true to yourself and rejecting the pressure to self-censor just to fit in. You'll learn why it's...
Pepsi, the Cold War, and the Soviet Submarine Deal
Pepsi's Misadventures in the USSR: How Not to Navigate Authoritarian MarketsIn this episode, I explore how a savvy Pepsi executive in the late 1950s leveraged Cold War...
More Data Doesn't Equal More Truth
The Illusion of More Data: Why More Isn't Always BetterIn this episode, I explore the paradox of data collection and truth. Despite our growing ability to track and an...