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Peter Morgan speaks with Google data scientist Wiesner Vos about his journey from applied statistics to Google, and how machine learning is used to improve reliability across Google Cloud and other services. They discuss hardware failure detection, software rollout testing, canarying, TPUs, and the evolving role of statistics in modern AI systems.

Peter Morgan speaks with Google data scientist Wiesner Vos about his journey from applied statistics to Google, and how machine learning is used to improve reliability across Google Cloud and other services. They discuss hardware failure detection, software rollout testing, canarying, TPUs, and the evolving role of statistics in modern AI systems.

This episode explores what it takes to lead sustainable corporations, from building the right culture and governance to embedding sustainability into strategy, decision-making, and long-term business success.

This episode explores international banking, sustainability, and leadership, with a focus on why collaboration, governance, and cross-functional working are essential for effective sustainability strategies in complex financial institutions. A practical discussion on breaking down silos, engaging stakeholders, and embedding sustainability across an organisation.

Episode 3 brings together reflections on growth, leadership, and long-term impact, highlighting how women are not only navigating change but actively shaping the future of work.

This episode dives further into the realities of women’s leadership, exploring resilience, career change, and the importance of community. A powerful discussion on navigating uncertainty while creating meaningful impact.

This episode brings together inspiring women to discuss leadership, career shifts, and the realities of navigating today’s workplace. From global perspectives to personal journeys, the conversation highlights both the progress made and the work still to be done.

In Episode 2, the conversation continues with a deeper look at how female leaders are navigating change in the finance industry. From AI and innovation to shifting career paths, this episode explores the challenges and opportunities shaping the next generation of leadership.

In this episode, we explore the evolving role of female leaders in finance, bringing together perspectives from across investment banking, venture capital, and innovation. This conversation highlights how technology, changing skillsets, and new opportunities are reshaping the industry, and the role women are playing in driving that change.

In Episode 2, the focus shifts to global real estate markets and investment strategies. Professor Andrew Baum and Arden Nields explore how different regions operate, the role of regulation, and why understanding human behaviour is key to successful real estate investment.

In this episode, Professor Andrew Baum speaks with real estate professional Arden Nields about global property markets, investment strategies, and the future of real estate. From Europe to Dubai, they explore how different markets operate, the role of regulation, and why understanding human behaviour is just as important as understanding the numbers.

In Episode 2, the conversation turns to the impact of AI on leadership and decision-making. Peter Morgan and Professor Tim Morris explore how intelligent systems are transforming organisations, improving how decisions are made, and raising important questions about the future role of leaders.

In this episode, Peter Morgan is joined by Professor Tim Morris to explore the intersection of AI and leadership. Together, they discuss how artificial intelligence is transforming organisations, reshaping decision-making, and redefining what it means to lead in an increasingly automated world.

In Episode 3, the conversation moves further into the evolving AI landscape, exploring deeper challenges, emerging capabilities, and what the next phase of adoption could look like. As the technology matures, we examine how organisations can adapt and where the biggest opportunities lie.

In this episode, we continue the conversation on artificial intelligence, exploring key ideas, emerging trends, and real-world applications shaping the field today. With a focus on practical insights and future developments, this discussion offers valuable perspectives for anyone looking to better understand where AI is heading and how it will impact business and society.

Insights from leading AI solutions at Microsoft, including how businesses are leveraging AI across industries, from recommendation systems and predictive maintenance to enterprise knowledge tools powered by large language models like ChatGPT. The discussion then dives into the next frontier: agentic AI—systems that don’t just reason, but act. Learn how autonomous AI agents are beginning to execute complex workflows, collaborate with each other, and reshape how organisations operate.

Episode 3 - An engaging discussion on strategic innovation, drawing on diverse experiences across sustainability, technology, and AI, the conversation explores how innovation is shaped by ethics, real-world application, and career transformation. From AI safety and global regulation to entrepreneurship and the evolving role of intelligent technology, this episode offers practical insights into navigating change and building impactful, future-focused careers.

Episode 2 - An engaging discussion on strategic innovation, drawing on diverse experiences across sustainability, technology, and AI, the conversation explores how innovation is shaped by ethics, real-world application, and career transformation. From AI safety and global regulation to entrepreneurship and the evolving role of intelligent technology, this episode offers practical insights into navigating change and building impactful, future-focused careers.

An engaging discussion on strategic innovation, drawing on diverse experiences across sustainability, technology, and AI, the conversation explores how innovation is shaped by ethics, real-world application, and career transformation. From AI safety and global regulation to entrepreneurship and the evolving role of intelligent technology, this episode offers practical insights into navigating change and building impactful, future-focused careers.

In episode 6, Associate Fellow Carrie Lomas and Professor Marc Ventresca, discuss how technology is more than tools; it’s a bundle of possibilities. How we shape, combine, and apply these possibilities defines the impact they can have. While many large organizations struggle to adapt, we should focus on creating innovation that goes beyond the tech itself. By connecting people, ideas, and smart design, we turn emerging technologies into meaningful, human-centered solutions.

Join us for a thought-provoking Oxford Tea Talks episode as AI governance experts Matthias Holweg and Uthman Ali unpack one of the most pressing questions of our time: Can AI ever truly be unbiased? Dive into a rich conversation exploring the foundations of AI safety, responsible AI, fairness, governance frameworks, regulatory challenges, and the rapidly evolving risks and opportunities surrounding powerful AI systems. From real-world examples of bias and discrimination to the emerging world of neuro-rights, agency, and AGI futures, this discussion sheds light on how businesses and society can navigate innovation responsibly. Whether you're an AI practitioner, policymaker, or simply curious about the future of technology, this episode offers deep insights into how we can build safer, more trustworthy AI.

In this episode of Oxford Tea Talks, Oxford Saïd’s Professor Kejia Hu joins Vanderbilt’s Professor Eric Johnson to discuss one of today’s most pressing questions: Will AI replace us, or redefine us? Together, they explore how artificial intelligence is transforming business, education, and society, from automation and personalisation to entirely new forms of innovation. Professor Hu shares her framework for the four levels of AI-driven transformation, revealing how AI can augment human potential rather than eliminate it.

As the world gathers for COP30 in Belém, Brazil, this special episode of Tea Talks asks a bold question: Can business heal the planet? Can a business truly become a force for regeneration — not just sustainability? In this episode of Tea Talks, Charmian Love, Chief International Advocacy Officer at Natura and Executive in Residence at Oxford Saïd, sits down with Ines Francke, Sustainability Senior Manager at Natura Cosmetics, to explore what it means for business to heal the planet rather than harm it. This conversation invites leaders, entrepreneurs, and changemakers to rethink business as a living system that restores rather than depletes — proving that regeneration is possible, practical, and powerful.

How do leaders thrive amid uncertainty? In this thought-provoking conversation, Saul Betmead de Chasteigner, joins Mark Clark to explore what happens when confidence meets humility — and why certainty can be leadership’s most dangerous illusion. Drawing on their diverse experiences, from the United Nations and global peacebuilding to creative industries and corporate strategy, Saul and Mark unpack how leadership evolves when complexity, conflict, and ambiguity become the norm. Key themes include: - Why certainty can destroy collaboration and unity - Adaptive leadership in complex, fast-changing systems - Lessons from peacebuilding and negotiation for business leaders - The psychology of ambiguity and the human need for control - Balancing authority with empathy and curiosity - How AI transformation challenges our assumptions about leadership Rooted in lived experience and academic insight, this conversation reveals how effective leadership today depends less on having the answers — and more on holding space for dialogue, reflection, and creative uncertainty. “Certainty is the great enemy of unity, the deadly enemy of tolerance.” — The Conclave

In this Oxford Tea Talk, Professors Juliane Reinecke and Mary Johnstone-Louis dive deep into the evolving landscape of ESG, sustainability, and corporate responsibility in 2025. From ESG “backlash” to systems thinking, regenerative business models, and pre-competitive collaboration, they explore how companies can move beyond risk management to real, long-term value creation. Key themes: - Why ESG isn’t “dead” — and what’s next - Reframing sustainability as opportunity, not obligation - Systems thinking and collaboration in global supply chains - Regeneration and the mindset shift for future-fit businesses - The critical role of business schools in accelerating change

Oxford Saïd Voices - AI and Leadership, episode 3 by Saïd Business School, University of Oxford

Oxford Saïd Voices - AI and Leadership, episode 2 by Saïd Business School, University of Oxford

Oxford Saïd Voices - AI and Leadership, episode 1 by Saïd Business School, University of Oxford

Oxford Saïd Voices - AI at Amazon, Episode 2 by Saïd Business School, University of Oxford

Oxford Saïd Voices - AI at Amazon, Episode 1 by Saïd Business School, University of Oxford

Oxford Saïd Voices - Leading Innovation, episode 3 by Saïd Business School, University of Oxford

Oxford Saïd Voices - Leading Innovation, episode 2 by Saïd Business School, University of Oxford

Oxford Saïd Voices - Women in Leadership, Episode 3 by Saïd Business School, University of Oxford

Oxford Saïd Voices - Women in Leadership, Episode 2 by Saïd Business School, University of Oxford

Oxford Saïd Voices - Women in Leadership, Episode 1 by Saïd Business School, University of Oxford

Join Jason Hamilton and Sylvain Richer De Forges in these episodes of Oxford Saïd Voices - Sustainable Finance, as we explore leadership in action. Sylvain is a global sustainability strategist whose journey spans government, entrepreneurship, and private banking. From shaping policy to driving change in the corporate world, he shares how leaders can turn regulation, strategy, and vision into lasting impact.

Join Jason Hamilton and Sylvain Richer De Forges in these episodes of Oxford Saïd Voices - Sustainable Finance, as we explore leadership in action. Sylvain is a global sustainability strategist whose journey spans government, entrepreneurship, and private banking. From shaping policy to driving change in the corporate world, he shares how leaders can turn regulation, strategy, and vision into lasting impact.

Join Jason Hamilton and Sylvain Richer De Forges in these episodes of Oxford Saïd Voices - Sustainable Finance, as we explore leadership in action. Sylvain is a global sustainability strategist whose journey spans government, entrepreneurship, and private banking. From shaping policy to driving change in the corporate world, he shares how leaders can turn regulation, strategy, and vision into lasting impact.

Oxford Saïd Voices - Strategic innovation, Episode 2 by Saïd Business School, University of Oxford

Oxford Saïd Voices - Strategic innovation, Episode 1 by Saïd Business School, University of Oxford

Oxford Saïd Voices - ESG and AI, Episode 4 by Saïd Business School, University of Oxford

Oxford Saïd Voices - ESG and AI, Episode 3 by Saïd Business School, University of Oxford

Oxford Saïd Voices - ESG and AI, Episode 2 by Saïd Business School, University of Oxford

These episodes cover the impact of AI across ESG and sustainable corporations, ethics, and governance in this fast evolving space. ESG and AI contributors: Cyrus Suntook Ellie Hearn Peter Morgan Peter Ptashko

Oxford Saïd Voices - Finance and AI, Episode 3 by Saïd Business School, University of Oxford

Peter Morgan and Luis Lanka engage in a detailed discussion about their work in artificial intelligence, particularly focused on agentic AI in financial services.

Peter Morgan and Luis Lancos engage in a detailed discussion about their work in artificial intelligence, particularly focused on agentic AI in financial services.

As AI continues to shape organisational practices and behaviours, the conversation must go beyond capabilities to encompass responsibility. We need to carefully consider not only what AI can do, but also what it should do. This raises profound questions about the role of AI in decision-making, its accountability for outcomes, and the trust organisations and individuals can place in it. Join Rupert Younger, Director of the Oxford University Centre for Corporate Reputation, and Rachel Botsman, Associate Fellow at Saïd Business School, as they delve into these critical issues. Together, they will explore whether AI has the right—or the trustworthiness and accountability—to be regarded as a legitimate stakeholder in shaping the future of organisations and society. Learn more from our AI programmes: https://oxsbs.link/ai

Much store is held in leaders being their authentic selves – in revealing their vulnerability and showing empathy, whilst being decisive, clear and strategic. And herein lies the paradox. Can we be both? Leasil Burrow and Lucy Shaw, the academic directors of two of Saïd Business School's Executive Education leadership programmes, discuss whether leaders who model authenticity run the risk of being called out as indecisive or lacking in confidence. Learn more about our leadership programmes: https://oxsbs.link/leaders