Get ready to ignite your curiosity with IBC365’s exciting weekly mini podcast series, “Accelerating Innovation”, where some of the sharpest minds in media and entertainment reveal their thinking and approach to innovation.
In each episode, we put the spotlight on a tech leader to ask the burning question “What is the top challenge you are trying to solve in your business right now?”
But that’s not all. We take you behind the scenes, with industry practitioners to lift the lid on innovative projects that are reshaping the media world.
Plus, we’ll be checking in with this year’s IBC Accelerators. Each week, you’ll get an exclusive update on selected projects - tracking their progress and impact to date.
Presenter Omar Mehtab brings his expertise and dynamic personality to the series. With a rich background from the BBC’s acclaimed technology show Click and a career spanning major programmes like Panorama and News at Six & Ten, Omar is your perfect guide through this dynamic innovation podcast.
Available on Spotify, Podcast Index, Podcast Addict, Deezer, Apple Podcast, and Amazon Music/ Audible: Tune in here
What to Expect Over the 6-Week Series:
Ep 1) Innovation Inspiration
Join broadcaster and presenter Omar Mehtab for an exciting journey through IBC365’s new podcast, “Accelerating Innovation.”
Each week, Omar will guide you through the fascinating world of innovation, exploring groundbreaking advancements and decoding the complexities of modern technology. From the business impact of AI to the latest streaming trends, every episode is packed with actionable insights perfect for tech enthusiasts and business leaders in media. Listen now
Ep 2) Transformation with a capital T
How do you accelerate innovation within a legacy organisation ? Innovation is not always new, but new ways of thinking about the old. Uncover how legacy giants like Sky, A+E and ITV embrace innovation, become more t-shaped and drive transformative value and purpose. Listen now
Ep 3) Artificial Intelligence: Disinformation, digital replicas and detection tools
We are living in a world of fake news and disinformation. How much do you trust your media? We hear from organisations including BBC and ITN on how they are using tech to navigate the truth to ensure audiences receive trustworthy content. Listen now
Ep 4) Tech for good: The good, the bad and the savvy
We look at how organisations are driving conversations and collaboration and leveraging tech to improve workflows, empower storytelling and enhance audience experiences. Explore how NPO and Reuters are building all the good stuff into their blueprint and making a positive impact. Listen now
Ep 5) New audiences, new skills, new tech
Dive into the latest tech solutions, new workflows and new skills that are reshaping the way we work. How are businesses staying on top of the latest trends and experimenting to make the right strategic decisions for business success? Listen now
Ep 6) The FAST and the curious
What drives fast channel success in today’s crowded market? Rakuten TV takes us through why and how they’ve rolled out new fast channels as part of their ongoing growth strategy. And we speak to the EBU on optimal streaming strategies for today’s landscape. Listen now
Ep 7) Changing the game
Engage with the latest in seamless storytelling and transmedia, captivating new young audiences across all channels including gaming and esports.
Tune in for an engaging journey into technological innovation
Available now: IBC Changemakers Podcast: Stories from people making a difference
The IBC Media Changemakers podcast is a transformative 7-part series hosted by journalist and broadcaster, Nadira Tudor, with trailblazing guests from the media and entertainment sector.
The series features conversations with some of the media’s most tenacious individuals and their inspiring stories of making change happen. From tackling climate anxiety and embedding DEI policies, to nurturing relationships and never giving up on what you believe in, you’ll hear stories of resilience, passion and purpose.
As part of IBC2023 and run over 17-18 September at the RAI, Amsterdam, the two-day free-to-attend Changemaker programme puts a spotlight on People and Purpose. Trailblazing organisations, initiatives, and individuals who are changing the culture of our industry and pushing the boundaries of creativity and technology will take to the stage to address topics such as gender equality in broadcasting, advancing sustainability and inclusive tech.
In the run-up to the show, IBC is hosting the Changemakers Podcast series, with Nadira Tudor leading a series of interviews about critical cultural developments in technology and M&E.
The Changemakers Podcast Programme - links below
Episode 0 Behind the scenes with the Change navigators Listen now
Episode 1 Have I got news for new audiences…? Listen now
Episode 2 Beyond the corporate plan: Learning to get DEI right Listen now
Episode 3 No time to mourn our future: A new deal for climate change Listen now
Episode 4 Amongst the sound of sirens, creating joy on TikTok Listen Now
Episode 5 Collaboration and the power of a cup of coffee Listen now
Episode 6 Being anything but ‘All Quiet’: The importance grit and gratitude Listen now
Episode 7 Gaming for good and the big yellow bear Listen now
Bonus episode 8 In Conversation with Wincie Knight, SVP Global Inclusion, International Markets, Paramount Global Listen now
Bonus episode 9 In Conversation with Jabbar Sardar: Putting People First Listen Now
Check out the IBC2023 Changemakers line-up
Don’t miss the IBC365 webinar: Essential Traits of a Technology Leader in a Modern Media Organisation with Jackshoot’s Abi Hemingway
For the original IBC Podcast episodes, check out the player below:
The IBC podcast is available at Spotify, Apple Podcasts and more
The IBC Podcast features discussions with technologists, conversations with creatives, in-depth interviews with industry leaders and provides the inside track on IBC.
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