The Big Picture
The Big Picture
Taylor Wessing
Disruptive forces are accelerating. In the face of transformative technologies, climate change and shifting geopolitics, leaders must embrace change to survive and thrive. The Big Picture explores the ideas, opportunities and challenges that will define our future.   Joined by diverse thinkers from finance, business, politics and academia, we discuss the forces shaping the future and assess their real-world impact and consequences to help you adapt. 
The new world playbook: geopolitics, litigation and business
In our fifth episode, we consider the global outlook and the future of litigation regulation. From shifting geopolitical alliances and escalating global conflicts, to the unprecedented power of AI, we ask the big questions around how businesses can respond to the forces reshaping international law. Featuring Andrew Howell, Partner at Taylor Wessing and Bronwen Maddox, Director and CEO of Chatham House. Please note that this episode was recorded on 26 February 2026, prior to the events i...
Mar 4
28 min
Dealonomics 2026: The dynamics shaping markets and dealmaking
In our fourth episode, we examine how shifting market conditions and dealmaking trends are shaping boardroom decisions, drawing on economic insights and the trends from our Dealonomics research. Featuring Emma Danks, Partner at Taylor Wessing and David Smith, Economics Editor at the Sunday Times.
Feb 26
21 min
The ESG tightrope: balancing risk, profit, policy, and purpose
In this episode of The Big Picture Podcast, Dame Inga Beale and Sian Skelton dive into the key issues shaping ESG today. From the shifting political and regulatory landscape to the growing importance of sustainability, they explore how businesses are managing the risks and opportunities presented by ESG. With expert insights and practical advice, this episode is a must-listen for business leaders navigating the evolving ESG terrain.
Mar 19, 2025
16 min
AI: rethinking power, policy, and profit
AI is reshaping industries, governments, and global dynamics, offering unprecedented opportunities alongside complex challenges. In this episode of The Big Picture podcast, Giles Crown is joined by Benjamin Bargetzi, a leading voice in the AI space with experience at Google and Amazon and founder of Bargetzi & Company to discuss: the opportunities and risks posed by AI across industriespredictions for AI’s impact over the next decadeethical, regulatory, and global power dynamics of AI inn...
Jan 22, 2025
29 min
What does this year of political change mean for business leaders? With Rory Stewart
In the first episode of The Big Picture, academic, writer, adventurer, politician, and diplomat Rory Stewart joins us to discuss what the outcome of this year’s UK and US elections could mean for businesses.
Jun 19, 2024
22 min