How Gen Z Is Upending Podcasting And More

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Podcast debuts have significantly fallen in the past two years. The reason, in short, is Gen Z. For older generations, podcasting is seen primarily as a news medium — a source for breaking coverage or in-depth political or financial news. For Gen Z, podcasting is viewed primarily as a source of entertainment, humor, or leisure. This means creators need to consistently bring the fun or risk losing listeners. As the podcasting landscape continues to evolve, we reveal how Gen Z is likely to drive action in three ways: video, chatcasts, and monetization.?

Did you know??

On average, companies that achieved successful transformations invested 31% more in their efforts than those that failed?

We surveyed more than 240 C-suite executives from leading companies across industries in the Americas with the primary goal of answering what differentiates successful transformations from the rest.?

Industry briefing?

Winning in a new energy world: Oil and gas companies and governments need a realistic view of the risk level and partnership types for their projects. And the quicker they can execute these projects, the better. Those that have a clear focus on investment will come out on top.?

The digital hospital: Modern hospitals are still remarkably similar to those that existed decades or even centuries ago. However, new therapies and technologies, driven by greater scientific knowledge, are advancing at a rapid pace. As they mature and integrate into the care delivery model, we can envision what hospitals will look like in the future.?

Corporate scoop?

Transform performance: Cost excellence focuses on transforming company performance for the long term, not simply pursuing tactics that have limited and short-term impact. It requires a fundamental rethinking of a company’s operating model, as well as a shift in its culture so that the workforce is engaged and motivated to adopt new, winning behaviors, to make the transformation sustainable.?

Next gen airports: Airports are critical economic engines. They provide millions of jobs around the world, support billions in economic activity, and facilitate trade and tourism. Like many businesses, they are currently undergoing a massive transformation to meet the changing needs of passengers, airlines, businesses, and society. Discover the five major trends shaping the next generation of airports.?

Oliver Wyman in the news?

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Morning Star: These stock watchers nailed the market's melt-up, but now they're bracing for a fall. Here's what to watch.?

The Pharma Letter: Achieving clinical and commercial success in the anti-obesity market

Bloomberg: The Great M&A Slump Is Shaking Up Giants of Investment Banking

The Dallas Morning News: H-E-B and inflation shake up the Dallas-Fort Worth grocery market

Who to follow?

Khalid Usman, partner in our Transportation Practice?

Danielle Tappitake, knowledge management leader and senior program manager?

Rogerio Dienes, head of Communications, Media and Technology and Capabilities for India, Middle East and Africa?

More insights?

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