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20/04/2026

"Why am I here?"

We’ve all had that moment, scrolling through endless short-form content, only to realize we aren’t actually interested in any of it.

The latest episode of The Podcast explores this narrative: the move from algorithm-fed consumption back to intentional interest.

We aren't losing our focus; we’re just getting tired of the noise.

Whether it’s a 1-minute reel or a 3-hour deep dive, the content that wins is the content that captures the heart and the mind. ✨

10/03/2026

How do you turn a powerful idea into a movement?

In the latest episode of The Podcast, Philip Weiss speaks with Georgia Mourad Brooks, founder of The Nine and a passionate advocate for gender equality.

Georgia shares the story behind creating Belgium’s first female-focused private members’ club and reflects on the deeper motivations that drove her to build a space dedicated to leadership, community and opportunity.

The conversation touches on entrepreneurship, social impact and why meaningful progress on equality requires dialogue that includes everyone.

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https://open.spotify.com/episode/38SCQVGJ2RhMgJxY1UJx2v?si=5811c9d52565452e

05/03/2026

The future of influence in Brussels is already taking shape.

At the latest event, Sebastián Rodríguez noticed something changing: new voices, fresh perspectives and a growing willingness to challenge the traditional EU bubble.

What emerged wasn’t just another conversation. It felt like a real mindset shift, where technology becomes augmentation, diversity becomes strength and openness becomes strategy.

If this is where things are heading, the next generation of EU influencers is already in the room.

Curious about what we’re preparing for the 2026 edition?

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04/03/2026

What is the most problematic myth about AI?

In the latest episode of The Podcast, Philip Weiss asks Caroline De C**k to unpack a widespread misconception: the idea that artificial intelligence truly “understands.”

In reality, most AI systems, including large language models, operate as statistical prediction tools. They generate probabilities, not meaning.

And what we call “hallucinations” are not simple technical glitches. They are inherent to how these systems function.

Understanding this distinction matters, especially when regulation and public expectations are shaped by the wrong assumptions.

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https://open.spotify.com/episode/3hDdfS7HWI5lqCIK9vHwpR?si=39d54738336544ef

03/03/2026

Campaigning is evolving faster than most organisations realise.

In this short excerpt, ZN’s COO Jesús Azogue reflects on how AI is transforming the way campaigns are researched, designed and executed.

The tools are already available.
The differentiator is strategic clarity.

If you’d like to discuss how this applies to your organisation, reach us at [email protected]

26/02/2026

Europe’s real battlefield may no longer be physical: it may be narrative.

As geopolitical pressure rises and the digital space fragments, strategic autonomy isn’t just about defense anymore. It’s about defining your own story.

In the latest edition of Zeitgeist News, we unpack influence in 2026: from the rise of personal EU voices and AI-powered authority mapping, to the permanent turbulence reshaping public affairs.

Clarity is no longer optional. It’s a strategic asset.

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As the global dialogue at the Munich Security Conference moves toward a more complex and competitive reality, approaches centered on military hardware alone are proving insufficient. Strategic autonomy is no longer just a matter of physical defense; it is increasingly shaped by narrative autonomy, t

25/02/2026

Why do policy debates around new technologies always seem to follow a familiar script?

In the latest episode of The Podcast, Caroline De C**k discusses the thinking behind her book AI Tools, Not Gods and reflects on how AI is reshaping the language that connects computer science and policymaking.

From excitement to uncertainty, the cycle repeats. The real question is how Europe chooses to frame what comes next.

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https://open.spotify.com/episode/3hDdfS7HWI5lqCIK9vHwpR?si=6538ea1e70d842fb

24/02/2026

Artificial intelligence is often regulated through narratives, not just technology.

In this new episode of The Podcast, Caroline De C**k joins Philip Weiss to discuss AI hype, media responsibility and what better policymaking could look like.

A conversation for anyone working in policy, tech, media and communication, or trying to understand how AI is really governed today.

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https://open.spotify.com/episode/3hDdfS7HWI5lqCIK9vHwpR?si=f6afda48b1f74024

16/02/2026

Political influencers are reshaping public debate, especially in the US.

But in Brussels, the space is still developing.

In this episode of The Podcast, Dave Keating explains why Europe needs more coordination between countries, languages and pro-EU voices to build a stronger digital conversation.

Do you think Brussels is ready for this transformation?

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https://open.spotify.com/episode/5xQz4LvV8LIJN0hgBfWgpf?si=e1905f5f03f54047

13/02/2026

Understanding influence in the EU policy space means looking beyond a single platform.

For this year’s EU influencer ranking, we introduced AI into the mapping process and expanded the analysis to include emerging channels alongside X, LinkedIn and Instagram, from TikTok to Mastodon, Threads and Bluesky.

The approach combines reach, engagement and qualitative analysis of policy topics, offering a clearer picture of who is shaping conversations across the EU bubble.

Influence today is multi-platform and topic-driven.

🔗 Learn more on our website
https://znconsulting.com/articles/euinfluencer-2025-all-the-winners/

11/02/2026

In this episode of The Podcast, Dave Keating shares the key idea behind his book The Owned Continent.

He argues that Europe’s relationship with the United States isn’t only shaped by geopolitics or security, but also rooted in a deeper psychological dependence, built through America’s omnipresence in European life.

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