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The Messy Middle
by Blake Lawit
A monthly podcast where tech, law, politics, the world of work, and pop culture collide. Hosted by LinkedIn’s Chief Global Affairs and Legal Officer, Blake Lawit, each episode features candid conversations with leaders and thinkers who aren’t afraid to get into the “messy middle” of today’s thorniest issues. Where many podcasts focusing on these topics can be stuffy or formal, “The Messy Middle” serves as a lighter vector for these conversations and themes. We acknowledge that the news and the world around us, much like our own lives, can be a little messy but are unafraid to dive in. Expect sharp insights, real talk, and a dose of humor that illuminate an unexpected side of LinkedIn’s professional scene—plus a behind-the-scenes peek at Blake’s world.
Episodes
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Bryan Curtis: What happens to journalism when everyone is an influencer?
In this episode of The Messy Middle, The Ringer’s Editor-at-Large Bryan Curtis explores how the way we consume news and sports is changing and what that means for journalism’s future. He reflects on the evolving relationship between media and its audiences, the personalities shaping the...
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Anne Wojcicki: Why is passion the essential DNA for business breakthroughs?
In this episode of The Messy Middle, 23andMe founder Anne Wojcicki shares how her early career in healthcare investing inspired her to build a company that gives people greater access to and control over their health information. She also reflects on the realities of entrepreneurship, the…
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Senator Ben Ray Luján: How much of your politics comes from your upbringing?
Sen. Ben Ray Luján joins The Messy Middle to discuss family, technology policy, healthcare, and how community shaped his approach to leadership.
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Patrick McHenry: What's the key to leading through an unexpected crisis?
In this episode of The Messy Middle, former Congressman Patrick McHenry reflects on leadership, public service, and what it was like guiding the House of Representatives during one of the most turbulent moments in modern congressional history.
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Sec. John Kerry: Why is understanding history critical for diplomacy?
In this episode of The Messy Middle, former Secretary of State John Kerry reflects on war, diplomacy, climate change, and why understanding history is essential to successful negotiation in a rapidly changing world.
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Juan M. Lavista Ferres: What exactly is "AI for Good"?
In this episode of The Messy Middle, Juan Lavista Ferres explains how Microsoft’s AI for Good Lab applies artificial intelligence to disaster response, environmental research, and public-sector challenges – turning advanced technology into practical, measurable impact.
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Paul Grewal, Chief Legal Officer at Coinbase
Welcome back to The Messy Middle. This episode is a treat, where we hear from Paul Grewal, Chief Legal Officer at Coinbase. We get into what exactly crypto is, why we should care, and whether Bitcoin is basically just another version of Sephora points or if it is truly the finance of the future....
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Rep. Jay Obernolte
Join us as we hear about how Congressman Jay Obernolte went from video game designer, to pilot, to black belt, to legislator - with some great stories thrown in along the way. You’ll get an inside look on some misconceptions with respect to how the US approaches regulation, and hear from one of…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
A monthly podcast where tech, law, politics, the world of work, and pop culture collide. Hosted by LinkedIn’s Chief Global Affairs and Legal Officer, Blake Lawit, each episode features candid conversations with leaders and thinkers who aren’t afraid to get into the “messy middle” of today’s thorniest issues. Where many podcasts focusing on these topics can be stuffy or formal, “The Messy Middle” serves as a lighter vector for these conversations and themes. We acknowledge that the news and the world around us, much like our own lives, can be a little messy but are unafraid to dive in. Expect sharp insights, real talk, and a dose of humor that illuminate an unexpected side of LinkedIn’s professional scene—plus a behind-the-scenes peek at Blake’s world.
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Blake Lawit
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How many episodes does The Messy Middle have?
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A monthly podcast where tech, law, politics, the world of work, and pop culture collide. Hosted by LinkedIn’s Chief Global Affairs and Legal Officer, Blake Lawit, each episode features candid conversations with leaders and thinkers who aren’t afraid to get into the “messy middle” of today’s...
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The Messy Middle is created and hosted by Blake Lawit.
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