The Next Big Thing: A Megatrends Podcast
Episodes
Energy, geopolitics, and AI: the themes shaping 2026 | The Next Big Thing
16 Mar 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Thematic investing is being reshaped by three powerful forces: rising energy demand, intensifying geopolitics, and the rapid buildout of AI infrastruc...
From chatbots to robots: the rise of physical AI | The Next Big Thing
27 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Next Big Thing, Mobeen Tahir and Christopher Gannatti are joined by Blake Heimann to explore the rise of physical AI. From huma...
How RENK is scaling mobility for the next generation of defence platforms | The Next Big Thing
12 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
As defence platforms evolve, so do the systems that power them. In this episode of The Next Big Thing, host Mobeen Tahir speaks with Alexander Sagel, ...
How Indra is scaling for the new era of defence and autonomy | The Next Big Thing
22 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Defence budgets are rising, geopolitical tensions are high, and European governments are looking inward for critical technologies. In this episode of ...
The case for quantum-secure infrastructure | The Next Big Thing
08 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
Quantum computing is not a far-off science project. It is already reshaping how we think about encryption, security and the future of digital infrastr...
Fincantieri’s future fleet: underwater drones, motherships, and the next era of defence | The Next Big Thing
17 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Shipbuilding may sound traditional, but it is anything but. In this episode of The Next Big Thing, host Mobeen Tahir speaks with Pierroberto Folgiero,...
Inside the AI economy: capex, chips, and the scale of what’s coming | The Next Big Thing
03 Dec 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Is the AI trade already priced in—or just getting started? In this solo episode of The Next Big Thing, Christopher Gannatti, Global Head of Research...
Quantum computing explained: where we are, what’s next, and who’s leading the charge | The Next Big Thing
13 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Quantum computing is advancing—but how close are we really to the breakthrough moment? In this solo episode of The Next Big Thing, Christopher Ganna...
A nuclear renaissance: uranium supply, data centres, and policy momentum | The Next Big Thing
22 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
With the world’s demand for clean, reliable energy surging—particularly from data centres and AI infrastructure—nuclear power is back in focus. ...
From policy to portfolio: how defence themes are evolving in 2025 | The Next Big Thing
29 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens to Europe’s defence sector if peace returns to Ukraine? In this episode of The Next Big Thing, hosts Mobeen Tahir and Christopher Ganna...
Inside the megatrends driving markets: AI, automation, energy, and infrastructure | The Next Big Thing
07 Aug 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Thematic investing is having a moment—and in 2025, it’s about more than just AI. In this episode of The Next Big Thing, Mobeen Tahir puts Christop...
Can AI help build a better map of the economy? | The Next Big Thing
16 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if our understanding of markets was built on outdated classifications? In this episode of The Next Big Thing, hosts Mobeen Tahir and Elvira Kuram...
Europe’s defence awakening: how Rheinmetall is scaling for a new era | The Next Big Thing
09 Jul 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Europe’s defence landscape is undergoing a historic transformation—and Rheinmetall is at the centre of it. In this episode of The Next Big Thing, ...
AI for security, security for AI: inside the next wave of cyber innovation | The Next Big Thing
18 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
AI is transforming cybersecurity—but it’s also creating new vulnerabilities. In this episode of The Next Big Thing, host Chris Gannatti is joined ...
Virtual rigs, real rewards: the tech behind cloud mining’s rise | The Next Big Thing
03 Jun 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What if you could mine Bitcoin without ever touching a machine? In this episode of The Next Big Thing, host Mobeen Tahir speaks with Charley Brady of ...
Gaming, Web3, and AI: how new tech is reshaping how we play | The Next Big Thing
14 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What happens when gaming collides with the world of Web3 and artificial intelligence? In this episode of The Next Big Thing, host Chris Gannatti sits ...
From buzzword to backbone: AI’s real impact on business | The Next Big Thing
07 May 2025
Contributed by Lukas
What does enterprise AI adoption actually look like beyond the headlines? In this episode of The Next Big Thing, hosts Chris Gannatti and Mobeen Tahir...
Cybersecurity in 2025: AI, quantum risks, and smarter defence strategies | The Next Big Thing
07 Apr 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Cybersecurity is evolving fast—and in 2025, the intersection of AI, quantum computing, and behavioural risk is reshaping how we defend our digital w...
The AI boom: where the big money is flowing in 2025 | The Next Big Thing
28 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Artificial intelligence is transforming industries, and the investment dollars are flowing fast. In this episode of The Next Big Thing, host Mobeen Ta...
Inside Europe’s defence push: what does it mean for investors? | The Next Big Thing
14 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
As geopolitical tensions rise, Europe is ramping up defence spending—but what does that mean for investors? In this episode of The Next Big Thing, h...
The blockchain boom: policy shifts, market trends, and investment insights | The Next Big Thing
04 Mar 2025
Contributed by Lukas
With new policies shaping the future of blockchain and digital assets, 2025 is poised to be a transformative year. In this episode of The Next Big Thi...
Investing in the future: AI, energy independence, and beyond | The Next Big Thing
23 Jan 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Next Big Thing, join Chris Gannatti, Mobeen Tahir, and Pierre Debru from WisdomTree as they explore the most exciting thematic ...
AI's cognitive revolution: Transforming minds and machines | The Next Big Thing
18 Dec 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Next Big Thing, Chris and Mobeen are joined by Rebecca Rapple, Founder at NINEDOT, to explore the cognitive revolution that is ...
Thematic outlook: AI, Biotech, Clean Energy, and investment insights for 2025 | The Next Big Thing
11 Nov 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Next Big Thing, join Chris and Mobeen as they delve into the latest megatrends shaping the investment landscape. Learn about th...
AI and deepfakes: Ensuring integrity in the age of misinformation | The Next Big Thing
25 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Next Big Thing, Chris sits down with Siwei Lyu, a renowned expert in deepfakes and AI, to explore the fascinating and sometimes...
Unlocking the value of data: AI’s transformative power | The Next Big Thing
09 Oct 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Next Big Thing, Mobeen is joined by Mario Carvajal, Chief Marketing and Chief Strategy Officer at AvePoint. Together they explo...
AI meets AR: Crafting the future lens | The Next Big Thing
23 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Next Big Thing, Mobeen is joined by Mark Sage, Executive Director at AREA. Together they explore the game-changing potential of...
AI Cloud ascendancy: The future of cloud computing | The Next Big Thing
09 Sep 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Next Big Thing, Chris is joined by Lindsey Li and Caty Rea from Bessemer Venture Partners. Together they discuss the transforma...
The Next Big Thing: From dot-com bust to AI boom - Manuj Aggarwal’s journey
26 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join Chris Gannatti on this episode of The Next Big Thing as he interviews Manuj Aggarwal, founder of Tetra Noodle, about his journey from the dot-com...
The Next Big Thing: Securing the future - The role of a CISO in today’s world
12 Jul 2024
Contributed by Lukas
"How do you tackle infinite possibilities with finite resources?" Join Chris on this episode of The Next Big Thing, as he interviews Ryan B...
The Next Big Thing: Elevate your commute - Joby Aviation’s journey to the skies
25 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
Join the electrifying conversation with Oliver Walker-Jones, the marketing maestro at Joby Aviation, on this episode of The Next Big Thing. Dive into ...
The Next Big Thing: Molecules and Machine Learning - Exscientia's futuristic approach to AI drug discovery
07 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Next Big Thing, Chris and Mobeen explore the cutting-edge of biotech with Ben Taylor, CFO and Chief Strategy Officer at Exscien...
The Next Big Thing: From apps to antidotes - AI’s cross-sector influence
21 May 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Next Big Thing, Chris is joined by Blake Heimann, Senior Associate, Quantitative Research, WisdomTree. Together they discuss va...
The Next Big Thing: AI, automation and cybersecurity - defending the digital realm
25 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Next Big Thing, Chris and Mobeen are joined by Max Heinemeyer, Chief Product Officer at Darktrace, to discuss the intersection ...
The Next Big Thing: Thematic outlook
10 Apr 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Next Big Thing, Chris and Mobeen are back at the helm, navigating the seas of thematic investing. Their journey takes them thro...
The Next Big Thing: Exploring the current tech cycle with Dan Ives
27 Mar 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Next Big Thing, Chris is joined by Jeremy Schwartz, Global CIO at WisdomTree and Dan Ives, Managing Director and Senior Equity ...
The Next Big Thing: Battery solutions
28 Feb 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of The Next Big Thing, Chris and Mobeen discuss investor interest in thematic topics, the performance of energy storage, the long-term...
The Next Big Thing: Megatrends and Thematic Investing in 2023
15 Dec 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Chris is joined by Mobeen Tahir, Director, Macroeconomic Research and Tactical Solutions here at WisdomTree. Together they discuss th...
The Next Big Thing: The Automotive Sector, Mobility and Electric Vehicles
09 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
For this episode of The Next Big Thing, Chris is joined by Malte Broxtermann, Partner, Berylls. Together they discuss the automotive sector. From mobi...
The Next Big Thing: Multi-Thematic Exposure with Pierre Debru
12 Sep 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Chris is joined by Pierre Debru, Head of Quantitative Research and Multi-Asset Solutions here at WisdomTree. Together they discuss th...
The Next Big Thing: Exploring Cybersecurity with Ofer Israeli
09 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Cybersecurity is our focus in the latest episode of The Next Big Thing. Christopher Gannatti, Global Head of Research at WisdomTree interviews Ofer Is...
The Next Big Thing: Exploring Renewable Energy with Adam Woods
23 Jun 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This week, Chris is joined by Adam Woods, Senior Research Analyst, Global Coal Markets at Wood Mackenzie. Together they discuss the energy transition ...
The Next Big Thing: AI Deep Dive with Richard Kowalski
24 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
On this episode of The Next Big Thing, Chris is joined by guest speaker Richard Kowalski, Senior Director of Business Intelligence at Consumer Technol...
The Next Big Thing: Discussing AI with Brian Comiskey
18 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to the first episode of our new podcast The Next Big Thing, a podcast discussing the 'big' megatrends disrupting the future. Megatrend...
Introducing The Next Big Thing
01 Apr 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Megatrends are changing our world. We’ve seen the internet and smartphones transform our lives and, more recently, have seen artificial intelligence...