Lives of Tomorrow host and WGSN CEO Carla Buzasi welcomes WGSN Asia Futures and Cultural Strategist Alison Ho to explore the transformative trend of solo living in Asia and its global implications. Alison explains how this shift is reshaping societal norms, influencing economies and creating opportunities in pet parenting and AI companionship. Learn about cultural and economic drivers, the companionship economy and technology’s role in supporting solo dwellers, offering insights for a global audience.
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The Fear Factor: Understanding Today’s Consumer Psyche
Join WGSN CEO Carla Buzasi and Cultural Strategist and Foresight Lead at WGSN, Martina Rocca, as they discuss the emerging mindset of heightened fear affecting consumers today. From eco-anxiety to the fear of AI and changing relationship dynamics, discover how these fears are shaping consumer behaviour, and how businesses can adapt by fostering emotional intelligence and authentic connections with their audiences. Listen to explore the complexities of our evolving world and the role of brands in navigating these challenges.
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Full Stream Ahead – the Media Consumption Movement
In this episode of Lives of Tomorrow, WGSN’s CEO Carla Buzasi and Senior Marketing Strategist Rebecca Rom-Frank discuss how streaming has overtaken cable in the US, the influence of smart TVs and the future of live sports streaming. Gain insights into the cultural implications of this media evolution for both brands and consumers, including the growth of shoppable media and the return of physical formats such as DVDs. Tune in to explore the significant shift from traditional TV to streaming platforms.
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Gen Alpha Fashion and Avatar Twinning
In this episode, WGSN CEO Carla Buzasi invites Head of Kidswear, Erin Rechner to reveal kidswear trend directions and the powerful influence of Gen Alpha on fashion. From joyful dressing and gamified fashion to the rise of digital avatars, learn how this tech-savvy generation is outfitting the industry.We dive into the Gen Alpha behaviours driving movements like affordability and sustainability, and how brands can adapt to their needs. Don’t miss the key strategies to appeal to parents and children as technology accelerates in our dynamic economy.
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Data Storytelling – from Numbers to Narratives
WGSN CEO Carla Buzasi invites Canva Head of Europe Duncan Clark to discuss the evolution of design and data storytelling. He highlights the role of AI in democratising design, the importance of visual communication and how to transform data into compelling narratives. Duncan also explores the emotional aspects of storytelling through data, the future of data visualisation and the challenges of consumer behaviour in relation to data. Tune in for insights on the significance of visual memory in effective communication.
The world is changing fast – and so are our lives. Carla Buzasi, CEO of WGSN, the world’s most famous trend forecasting company, talks to leading experts from around the world about what the changes mean for us all and how it will affect our Lives of Tomorrow.
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