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Join us for our last Futurish podcast episode (for now) as we have decided to try a new format in order to be even closer to our community. Besides the announcement of our new format, we talk about how the movie industry is facing new challenges and how it has changed over the last decade. Then we share some mindful thoughts about our journey so far, what we have learned and why we think we don’t know ourselves at all.Make sure to head to www.teamfuturish.com to continue getting the finest Futurish stories!As always, relax and tune in for some Futurish time with Pete and Gerhard. <3 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit futurish.substack.com

Join us for our latest Futurish episode full of no stupid questions, but many stupid answers. Get the latest Covid lockdown developments and learn from Pete all about RNA and DNA and why this is important to better understand the latest vaccine developments. We also look into Sony’s reveal event of the PS5. What do we, experts in design, have to say about this very bold and futuristic design? It may or may not have something to do with objectophilia... Yes, you read correctly. This episode is a weird one, after all!Lastly, we end this episode with some nerdy discussions on the future of gaming and why Pete will never see Half Life 3 come to life.As always, relax and tune in for some Futurish time with Pete and Gerhard This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit futurish.substack.com

With a slight delay due to very important reasons (fighting off an evil alien race and solving some quantum physics problems), we managed to record our latest episode. In this episode, we talk about what we have been up to lately, why meetings suck and how to make them less terrible, and why remote work has probably come to stay. Finally, you will witness something that we thought was once impossible; Pete doesn’t love Elon Musk anymore, and he has some good reasons to do so. As always, relax and tune in for some Futurish time with Pete and Gerhard. <3References: Stillness is the Key by Ryan Holiday Starward Whiskey Animal Crossing Sous Vide Frisbee Golfing Vanguard (Investment Platform) This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit futurish.substack.com

In our latest episode we are trying out the fireside chat format, in which we simply ask each other casual questions ranging from our current habits and routines, what books we have read lately, what movies we would recommend and why guilty pleasure like TIGER KING are just perfect for times like these. Lastly, we end this episode with some 100% organic and vegan nerd talk about Animal Crossing: New Horizons. What a game.As always, relax and tune in for some Futurish time with Pete and Gerhard.References: Books - Mistborn: The Final Empire, Children of Time, 50 Great Myths of Popular Psychology TV Series - The Mandalorian, Tiger King, Too Hot to Handle Games - Animal Crossing: New Horizons This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit futurish.substack.com

Crazy times we're living in, aren’t we? In this episode, Pete and Gerhard come together to exchange their experience of the coronavirus pandemic as two normal citizens in this world. We look into how Australia and Finland are dealing with the crisis and how we try to make the best out of it. What opportunities can future employers do to change their working culture to support more remote work, and how might we get rid of traditional brick and mortar solutions such as physical supermarkets? We also discuss how to use this time to reflect, reground and come out stronger at the end of this crisis - both as individuals and as a human race.As always, relax and tune in for some Futurish time with Pete and Gerhard :heart:References: Jour - Journaling App It Doesn’t Have to Be Crazy at Work by Jason Fried and David Heinemeier Hansson Singapore’s model of tracking users with GPS and daily check-ins Location based alert system (Israel starts using GPS to alert users who were in proximity of a confirmed corona patient) Animal Crossing: New Horizons This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit futurish.substack.com

Join us for this very insightful episode where Pete and Gerhard share the three things they have learned in the previous decade, and the three things they would like to explore, or focus on in this decade.  We look into why your ego is your biggest enemy for personal growth, how it is important to never stop being curious and asking questions, and why we should see life as a series of micro lives instead of one big life. Also, Pete and Gerhard discuss their choice of whiskey for this episode. Very important.As always, relax and tune in for some Futurish time with Pete and Gerhard <3References:The Power of Moments: Why Certain Experiences Have Extraordinary Impact by Chip Heath and Dan Heath. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit futurish.substack.com

Join us for our very first episode of the DECADE! We kick-off this year with some juicy and deep topics. Firstly, we look what the new next-generation consoles will have under the hood and why WE LOVE IT. Then we go beyond time and space, and look into parallel realities, dark matter and why we should see life as a series of micro lives instead of one big life. Also, Gerhard makes an exception and drinks a glass of whiskey on a Sunday morning. You do not want to miss this rare and monumental moment.As always, relax and tune in for some Futurish times with Pete and Gerhard <3References: PS5 vs Xbox One Series X (https://www.geek.com/games/playstation-5-vs-xbox-series-x-everything-we-know-about-next-gen-consoles-1792542/) Dark Matter by Blake Crouch (https://www.amazon.com/Dark-Matter-Novel-Blake-Crouch/dp/1101904240) Waking Up Meditation App (https://wakingup.com/) Jour the Journaling App (https://withjour.com) This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit futurish.substack.com

Join us for our last episode in 2019 where we give out the most sought-after and prestigious award there is; the Futurish AWARD! Some might even call it the ‘oscars’ for everything, including the movies. We will give out a Futurish award for the best movie-, game-, book-, news-, program/app--, company and gadget of the year 2019!You do not want to miss this.As always, relax and tune in for some Futurish times with Pete and Gerhard <3References: Jedi Fallen Order (https://www.ea.com/games/starwars/jedi-fallen-order) Super Smash (https://www.smashbros.com/en_US/) Stardew Valley (https://www.stardewvalley.net/) Red Rising Series (https://www.amazon.com/Red-Rising-Book-ebook/dp/B00CVS2J80/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=red+rising&qid=1576091052&s=digital-text&sr=1-1) Let My People Go Surfing (https://www.amazon.com/Let-People-Surfing-Education-Businessman/dp/0143037838) Knives Out (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt8946378/) Parasite (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6751668/) Elon Musk unveils Neuralink (https://www.theverge.com/2019/7/16/20697123/elon-musk-neuralink-brain-reading-thread-robot) Jony Ive leaves Apple (https://www.theverge.com/2019/6/27/18761736/jony-ive-apple-leave-iphone-chief-design-officer-lovefrom-company-quit) Spaceship (https://www.spaceship.com.au/) Adobe Experience Design (https://www.adobe.com/products/xd.html) Patagonia (https://www.patagonia.com/) Allbirds (https://www.allbirds.com/) Switch Lite (https://www.nintendo.com/switch/lite/) Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones QuietComfort (https://www.bose.com/) JimmyJoy (https://jimmyjoy.com/) This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit futurish.substack.com

In our latest episode we look into the saturation of subscription services, and what business models we think might dominate the future. We then take a look into our Futurish crystal ball and discuss some potential upcoming trends that not even Google Trends is aware of (just saying: Axe Throwing). Lastly, we discuss the one question that will define the rest of your life.Relax and tune in for some Futurish times with Pete and Gerhard.References:- Cas Holman (http://casholman.com/)- Glimpse (https://meetglimpse.com/?r=4gbyybb6n4)- Derek Sivers (https://sivers.org/)- Oatly (http://oatly.com/)- Got Milk Decision Fatigue? The Pain and Politics of Soy, Almond, Oat, and Cow’s Milks (https://vinepair.com/articles/best-milk-soy-almond-health-environment-guide/) This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit futurish.substack.com

In this episode we explore the “FIRE” concept, which stands for “Financial Independence and Retiring Early”. Pete and Gerhard discuss various ways how to retire by the age of 40 and things that they have tried, or will try. But, we will also discuss why we even need something like FIRE. Why would you want? Why wouldn’t you? Relax and tune in for some Futurish times with Pete and Gerhard! References: - Your Money or Your Life by Vicki Robin and Joe Dominguez - Early Retirement Extreme by Jacob Lund Fisker. - Spaceship Invest (https://www.spaceshipinvest.com.au) - Warren Buffett’s Advice (https://www.fool.com/investing/warren-buffett-stocks-investing-advice.aspx) - Robinhood (https://robinhood.com/au/) - Freetrade (https://freetrade.io/) - Red Rising - Stardew Valley This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit futurish.substack.com

For our 20th anniversary we decided to talk about how to make ideas happen and get sh*t done. For this we look into examples of companies, and successful creative professionals, who have cracked the balance between the novelty of an idea and execution. Because so often, innovation is overrated and what counts the most is actually great execution. So, what are you waiting for? Make your ideas happen!Relax and tune in for some Futurish times with Pete and Gerhard!References:Book: Making Ideas Happen by Scott Belsky This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit futurish.substack.com

In this month’s episode we look into the craziness of the unsustainable and ego-driven growth culture of today’s companies. For this we look into the acquisition of tumblr and the book ‘Let my people go surfing’ as great examples of slow and sustainable growth. This and ramblings about whiskey subscription services and Pornhub as a workplace? What more could you ask for?Relax and tune in for some Futurish times with Pete and Gerhard!References:Book: Let My People Go Surfing by Yvon ChouinardArticles: https://www.theverge.com/2019/8/12/20802639/tumblr-verizon-sold-wordpress-blogging-yahoo-adult-content This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit futurish.substack.com

Join us for a very special episode, in which Gerhard talks about his 4-week coding bootcamp experience and what it taught him about life, himself and learning. Afterwards we use Netflix’s latest documentary, “The Great Hack”, as a launchpad to dive into the dangers of technology getting out of our control, and our data as a human right. We finish this episode with a dystopian look into the future where Elon Musk’s latest startup - Neuralink - will reach the consumer mass market.Relax and tune in for some Futurish times with Pete and Gerhard!Articles discussed in this episode:* https://www.ted.com/talks/carole_cadwalladr_facebook_s_role_in_brexit_and_the_threat_to_democracy/* https://www.theverge.com/2019/7/16/20697123/elon-musk-neuralink-brain-reading-thread-robot This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit futurish.substack.com

Join us for this very groovy episode in which we explore a future in which we will live up to 100-years, or more, and what implications this will have on products and services for such a demographic. Articles discussed in this episode:* E3 2019: https://techcrunch.com/2019/06/14/from-project-scarlett-to-gooigi-the-best-of-e3-2019/* Products for an aging demographic: http://tiny.cc/c2hd8y* The Paradox of Choice: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Paradox_of_ChoiceThen we put on our nerdy glasses and take a deep dive into this year’s E3 announcements. Finally, we finish this episode up as we talk about the importance of simplifying things in life, because the illusion of choice is a paradox anyways.Relax and tune in for some Futurish times with Pete and Gerhard! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit futurish.substack.com

Join us for our 16th (!) episode where we explore the future of operating systems that make switching between devices as seamless as putting on new underwear - or even easier! We also discuss the big 5 companies (can you guess which ones?) that currently dominate the market, our lives and even our politics.Relax and tune in for some Futurish times with Pete and Gerhard. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit futurish.substack.com

In this very special episode we have the honor to be joined by our good friend Moritz Wenzel, who has been already a guest in episode 6. More than two years have been passed since then and we use this episode to catch up and talk about Moritz’s first SciFi short story, which served as explosive fuel for some very deep discussions about life, the universe and humanity’s future.Relax and tune in for some Futurish times with Pete, Gerhard and Moritz. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit futurish.substack.com

In this hot episode Gerhard shares his experience from his trip to Austin, Texas, where he attended the SXSW festival - for which Pete hates him as he has been trying to go there since he learned to walk (which was at the age of 22). We also discuss Spotify’s latest acquisitions and their plan to dominate the world by creating the Netflix for Podcasts. This is a hot & spicy episode you do not want to miss! This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit futurish.substack.com

In our 13th episode we discuss how an Australian wine company created a blue ocean by offering more accessible wine for everyone. We also look at Facebook and the current privacy implications and peek behind the hidden psychological costs of entrepreneurship and why well targeted advertisement is actually a good thing! Relax and tune in for some Futurish times with Pete & Gerhard. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit futurish.substack.com

Join us for our 12th episode, where we celebrate the re-launch of Futurish. We take a deep reflection dive on the last two years and especially 2018: The things we have learned and the things we want to learn more about. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit futurish.substack.com

You thought we have faded away? HA! Wrong! Futurish is back with its monthly portion of bromance and, as a side dish, a brand new episode. Join us for our 11th episode and our discussion about the potential of universal income to save humanity, Trump's new reality TV show "I am President", Pete's secret lover Elon Musk and much more. Relax and tune in for some Futurish times with Pete & Gerhard This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit futurish.substack.com