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The Penta Podcast Channel is home of Penta's podcast - "What's At Stake". "What's at Stake" features in-house experts and often special guests for analysis on the biggest issues shaping business and public policy.
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Reputation, Regulation and Relationships: What’s driving policymaker priorities in 2025
Jul 16, 202500:26:28Tap to summarizeOn this week’s episode of What’s at Stake, Penta Policy Brand Research leaders Rebecca Cunningham and Victoria Nolte join hosts Bryan DeAngelis and Ylan Mui to unpack findings from the 2025 Washington Insights Review, an annual Penta report based on a survey of hundreds of senior Washington policymakers Their conversation covered: Which issues are shaping U.S. policymaker priorities across parties, from the economy and immigration to AI, fintech, and China. How corporate reputation in Washington has shifted post-COVID, and what’s driving both the rise of emerging sectors and the reputational slip of legacy industries. Why companies must tailor their advocacy to resonate authentically with policymakers, and how social commitments are being evaluated differently across political parties. The rising importance of data-backed, bipartisan engagement strategies that reflect political durability in a shifting landscape.
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Crypto Counsel: How Ripple’s Top Lawyer Navigates Uncharted Waters
Jun 25, 202500:28:55Tap to summarizeIn this episode of The Penta Podcast Channel, join me, Yelan Moy, as I delve into the world of cryptocurrency with Deborah McCrimmon, Ripple's Vice President and Deputy General Counsel. We explore her journey from private practice to leading Ripple's legal strategy amidst the complex landscape of digital assets. Deborah shares her insights on Ripple's mission to create a seamless financial ecosystem and discusses the pivotal SEC lawsuit that challenged the classification of XRP. Tune in as we unpack the implications of recent legal developments, the importance of mentorship, and her advice for aspiring lawyers in the crypto space. This is a conversation you won't want to miss, filled with valuable perspectives on navigating uncharted waters in the evolving financial landscape.
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Former Irish Prime Minister Leo Varadkar on Trump, tariffs, and the future of transatlantic relations
Jun 20, 202500:25:57Tap to summarizeOn this week’s episode of What’s at Stake, former Irish Prime Minister Leo Varadkar, now a member of Penta's Global Advisory Board, shared his perspective on the evolution of political leadership and business strategy amid rising global uncertainty. His candid and wide-ranging conversation with hosts Bryan DeAngelis and Ylan Mui covered: What it was like to negotiate directly with President Trump and what he learned about the President's governing and communications playbook. How Europe is responding to shifts in the geopolitical order. The opportunities and threats facing companies navigating transatlantic trade during a period of volatility. How political durability and long-term planning can help organizations stay resilient through electoral and ideological shifts. The importance of authenticity in navigating social and cultural controversies. You can learn more about the former Taoiseach’s background and new role within Penta Group here: https://pentagroup.com/insight/leo-varadkar-joins-penta
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No fence? No problem! How virtual fencing is reshaping the way farmers do ranching
May 21, 202500:25:07Tap to summarizeThis week’s episode of What’s at Stake examines the future of farming and ranching through a burgeoning and innovative technology: virtual fencing. Penta Partner Andrea Christianson, Nofence Director of Global Market Development John Smout, and Monument Advocacy Principal John Weber discuss how virtual fencing—sitting at the intersection of agriculture, technology, and public policy—is changing herd and livestock management for American farmers through the use of GPS-powered collars. Their conversation covered: -How virtual fencing works and the benefits it brings - The role of public policy in accelerating the growth and adoption of this technology - What the future of agriculture could look like with a new generation of farmers You can learn more about Nofence by visiting https://www.nofence.no/en-us/
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Markets Policy Partners on what's moving markets in 2023
Jan 25, 2023Tap to summarizeOn today's special episode of What's at Stake, John Fagan and Brendan Walshfrom Markets Policy Partners offer their take on what investors should expect from financial markets over the coming year.. Looking beyond today's relatively calm market environment, the group sees risks of a recession and policy uncertainty that could intensify by the summer. In addition, the group offers predictions surrounding the future of Fed policy, China's impact on global markets, oil prices , and cryptocurrency. All of these factors are set against an increasingly uncertain fiscal and political situation here in the US. Tune in as MPP explains all this and more and shares key insights for the year to come. Watch the video version of MPP's conversation here.
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What's Going on in Europe? A Conversation with Hume Brophy
Oct 18, 2022Tap to summarizeIn this edition of "What's At Stake: A Penta Podcast," John Hume and Chris Mehigan of Dublin-based global communications firm Hume Brophy join Andrea Christianson to break down the political and economic crises facing Europe. Amid a new government in the United Kingdom, a raging conflict in Ukraine, and a looming energy crisis, the political and business environment on the continent is growing increasingly complex.The group starts with the UK, where Prime Minister Liz Truss is off to a rocky start. Contrary to the government's rhetoric, Brexit still is not "done," with many trade and regulatory knots yet to be untangled. John and Chris discuss what Brexit's complicated legacy for Britain and the EU will be.Plus, John and Chris explore the implications of the most acute challenge facing Europe: the rising cost of energy. How will Europe keep the lights on this winter? What will it cost? And how will governments balance their sustainability goals with the need to keep homes warm and factories online? As leaders of a global firm with offices throughout Europe and Asia, John and Chris offer their expert perspectives on these questions and more.Read more about Hume Brophy here.Learn more about John Hume and Chris Mehigan here.
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