LIVE from SXSW: Spotting signals in noise

Futures Thinking: Spotting Signals in Turbulent TimesIn a world of constant flux and uncertainty, the ability to spot signals of change is an essential skill for navigating the future. Volatility has been escalating for over a decade, and the exponential growth of data presents both challenges and opportunities. Understanding how to contextualize signals through futures thinking is becoming increasingly critical. This session will equip you with the tools to identify and interpret key signals, empowering you to manage turbulence with confidence and assert control in an unpredictable world.Speakers:Joanna Lepore - @lookingoutside Host and foresight strategistSarah Owen - Futurist & trend forecasterThis is a recording of a live panel that took place March 8, 2025 at SXSW in Austin, Texas in the 2050 Track. Shared with with permission from SXSW. Edited for clarify. ----------More:Looking Outside podcast www.looking-outside.comConnect with host, Jo Lepore on LinkedIn & XConnect with Sarah Owen on LinkedIn & InstagramJo Lepore www.jolepore.comLearn about Sarah's ventures - Futures Friends and AstrofuturesLearn about Jo's ventures - Foresight Inside Group (FIG)----------⭐ Follow & rate the show - it makes a difference!----------Looking Outside is a podcast exploring fresh perspectives of familiar topics. Hosted by its creator, futurist and marketer, Jo Lepore. New episodes every 2 weeks. Never the same topic.All views are that of the host and guests and don’t necessarily reflect those of their employers. Copyright 2025. Theme songs by Azteca X.