The Outside Context

• The Self, Sovereign: Reclaiming Control and the Future of Digital Identity

  The Outside Context - Episode 10In this episode of The Outside Context, Seema Khinda Johnson, Co-Founder and COO of Nuggets, shares her journey in the tech industry and discusses the critical importance of digital identity in today's world. She emphasises the need for self-sovereign identity, the business case for digital identity solutions, and the challenges of inclusivity in identity verification and why "data is the new oil". Seema also addresses the potential pitfalls in the digital identity space and the urgency of establishing a robust identity framework to combat the growing authenticity crisis exacerbated by AI.Key takeawaysDigital identity is crucial for preventing data breaches.Self-sovereign identity gives individuals control over their data.Businesses need a compelling case to adopt digital identity solutions.The convenience of digital identity is essential for user adoption.Inclusivity in identity verification is a significant challenge.AI is changing the landscape of identity verification.Interoperability between identity standards is necessary.The technology for inclusive identity verification exists.Digital identity is critical infrastructure for the future.Connect with Us:Follow The Outside Context on Spotify, Apple Podcasts or wherever you get your podcastsConnect with Seema Khinda Johnson on LinkedInFollow Elise Soucie Watts and Jannah Patchay for more insights into the future of technology and financeJoin the Conversation: What excites or concerns you most about the future of digital identity and the importance of individual control over your data? Drop us a message on social media or leave a comment!Thanks for listening to Outside Context! If you enjoyed the episode, please rate, review, and subscribe!Message us and tell us what you think of this episode, or share your ideas for future episodes - we’d love to hear from you! Sponsored by Unblocked & Markets Evolution© 2024 The Outside Context. All rights reserved.

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• Nailing It: Resetting the System for Women in Tech

  The Outside Context - Episode 9In this engaging conversation, Leah Winberg aka Winny, Founder of Chipped Social, shares her unique journey from a childhood passion for fashion to the tech world, culminating in the creation of Chipped, a revolutionary product that integrates NFC technology into fashion. The discussion explores the intersections of art, technology, and finance, emphasising the importance of diversity in tech and the role of women in shaping the future. Winny also addresses the challenges of sustainability in fashion and the potential for technology to influence society positively. The episode concludes with insights into the future of Chipped and the broader implications of technology in our lives.Key TakeawaysWinny's journey from fashion to tech began at a young age.Chipped started as a personal project before gaining traction.The intersection of art, tech, and finance is crucial for innovation.Diversity in tech is essential for creating inclusive products.Women control a significant portion of consumer spending.Embracing femininity in tech can lead to better products.Privacy should be prioritized in technology development.Sustainability in fashion is a pressing concern.Technology can empower individuals and communities.The future of fashion may shift towards more sustainable practices.Sound Bites"I want to build these things myself.""We need to get the girlies on chain.""Women control 85% of consumer spending.""I want to be leading this conversation."Chapters00:00 From Fashion to Tech: Winny's Journey02:51 The Birth of Chipped: Innovation in Fashion Tech06:02 Bridging Art, Tech, and Finance09:07 Empowering Women in Tech: The Importance of Diversity11:50 The Future of Technology and Its Impact on Society17:05 Fashion's Role in a Sustainable Future19:57 Final Thoughts and Future of ChippedMessage us and tell us what you think of this episode, or share your ideas for future episodes - we’d love to hear from you! Sponsored by Unblocked & Markets Evolution© 2024 The Outside Context. All rights reserved.

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• Change, Capitalism & Cracks in the System: The Shift to Citizen Agency

  The Outside Context - Episode 8 In this conversation, Carne Ross discusses his journey from being a British diplomat to advocating for self-governance and participatory democracy. He highlights the current challenges facing democracy, including economic inequality and the influence of wealth on political systems. Ross emphasises the importance of technology in enabling democratic participation while also warning of its potential for surveillance and control. He explores the future of governance, suggesting that change must come from the bottom up, and imagines alternative societal models that prioritise human connection and agency.Key TakeawaysCarne Ross' transition from a belief in state governance to anarchism.The significant challenges facing democracy, including declining public confidence.How economic inequality contributes to the disenfranchisement of citizens.How real agency in democracy requires more than just voting every few years.Why change must come from grassroots movements and individual actions.Why technology can empower participatory democracy but also poses risks of surveillance.The challenge of wealth concentration leading to disproportionate political influence.How the current political system often only offers an illusion of choice.Historical examples show that self-governance is possible and has existed before.Why future societies may need to prioritise human connection over consumerism.Notable Quotes"Nothing about us without us.""Democracy is in great trouble.""People are denied economic agency.""Change comes from the bottom up.""Money is power.""Capitalism is a very clever system."Chapters00:00 Introduction to Carne Ross and His Journey02:29 The State of Democracy and Its Challenges06:56 The Role of Technology in Democracy10:55 The Influence of Wealth and Power16:43 The Future of Governance and Political Change21:34 Imagining Future Societies and Governance ModelsConnect with Us:Follow The Outside Context on SpotifyFollow Elise Soucie Watts and Jannah Patchay for more insights into the future of technology and financeJoin the Conversation: What do you think the future of governance and consumerism will look like? Drop us a message on social media or leave a comment!Thanks for listening to Outside Context! If you enjoyed the episode, please rate, review, and subscribe!Message us and tell us what you think of this episode, or share your ideas for future episodes - we’d love to hear from you! Sponsored by Unblocked & Markets Evolution© 2024 The Outside Context. All rights reserved.

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• Code & Connectivity: Creating the Future Infrastructure for Smart Cities

  The Outside Context - Episode 7 In this thought-provoking episode, co-hosts Elise Soucie Watts and Jannah Patchay sit down with Richard Baker, a technologist and futurist with a background in telecommunications and financial services. Richard shares his journey from engineering to finance and discusses the rapid evolution of technology and its impact on society. Together, they explore smart cities, digital identity, the future of data ownership and the integration of a native money system into the internet.Key TakeawaysRichard’s career journey from telecommunications to financeThe rapid adoption of new technologies and the implications for societySmart cities: What they are and how they’re evolvingThe role of AI, sensors, and data networks in modern urban environmentsChallenges around data privacy, identity and trust in the digital ageThe potential of self-sovereign identity and Web3 technologiesThe intersection of digital sustainable finance and smart infrastructureThe future of money and how the internet will integrate financial systemsA look ahead: What Richard hopes to see in his lifetime (and beyond!)Notable Quotes:"We are already living in smart cities; the infrastructure is here, we just don’t always see it.""We have an unbelievable nexus moment happening with the convergence of AI, financial technology, and trust-based systems.""A truly embedded money system into the internet will change everything—it will create new economic models and job opportunities.""We need to think differently about data ownership; our identities should belong to us, not corporations."Connect with Us:Follow The Outside Context on SpotifyConnect with Richard Baker on LinkedInFollow Elise Soucie Watts and Jannah Patchay for more insights into the future of technology and financeJoin the Conversation: What excites or concerns you most about the future of smart cities and digital identity? Drop us a message on social media or leave a comment!Thanks for listening to Outside Context! If you enjoyed the episode, please rate, review, and subscribe!Message us and tell us what you think of this episode, or share your ideas for future episodes - we’d love to hear from you! Sponsored by Unblocked & Markets Evolution© 2024 The Outside Context. All rights reserved.

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• Houston, We Have a Moonshot: Perspectives on Private Spaceflight from the Astronaut Entrepreneur

  The Outside Context – Episode 6Episode SummaryIn this episode, our co-hosts Elise Soucie Watts and Jannah Patchay sit down with Per Wimmer—global financier, entrepreneur, adventurer, and astronaut-in-training—to discuss the future of private space travel, space entrepreneurship and humanity’s long-term potential beyond Earth.Per shares his personal journey, from setting a world record by skydiving over Mount Everest to becoming one of the first private astronauts with Virgin Galactic. He discusses the economic impact of private space investment, technological innovations driven by space exploration and the role of space in inspiring future generations.Key Topics Covered:Per Wimmer’s journey as an adventurer, entrepreneur and astronaut-in-trainingThe rise of private space travel and why it’s fueling the next era of innovationHow space exploration impacts finance, biotech, and global communicationsThe overview effect and how space can change our perspective on EarthThe shift from government-led space programs to commercial space entrepreneurshipHow international collaboration in space can teach us lessons for diplomacyThe challenges of making human life multi-planetary and why Mars may not be the answerWhat it takes to train as an astronaut – centrifuge training, zero-gravity flights, and G-force survivalPer’s upcoming 2026 spaceflight with Virgin GalacticMemorable Quotes “Space is the ultimate adventure. But beyond the thrill, private space travel fuels innovation that will benefit all of humanity.” – Per Wimmer “Astronauts see the bigger picture—we need to protect Earth, because it is truly unique.” “One of the most important things space exploration does is inspire the next generation of scientists, engineers, and dreamers.” “Governments used to lead space exploration for military advantage. Now, private investment is driving new opportunities that benefit everyone.”Connect with Us Follow Per Wimmer on Twitter/X and LinkedIn Stay updated with The Outside Context on Twitter/X Subscribe for more episodes on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or your favorite podcast appEnjoyed the episode? Don’t forget to rate, review, and share!Message us and tell us what you think of this episode, or share your ideas for future episodes - we’d love to hear from you! Sponsored by Unblocked & Markets Evolution© 2024 The Outside Context. All rights reserved.

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