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Human engine: Inside the people, tech, and operations driving Amazon’s workforce culture
In this episode of The Speed of Culture podcast, Matt Britton sits with Ofori Agboka, Vice President of Amazon People Experience and Technology, for a grounded look at what it takes to run and scale the Amazon workforce responsible for the most complex retail operation on the planet. From Amazon Cyber Monday operations and robotics-enabled fulfillment to AI in warehouse operations and large-scale training, Ofori breaks down how Amazon prepares people for the Future of work while keeping safety, clarity, and dignity at the center of the experience.
Smart cart: Inside Amazon’s AI-powered reinvention of shopping, from Rufus to conversational commerce
Live from the Amazon Warehouse in Robbinsville, in this episode of The Speed of Culture podcast, Matt Britton speaks with Amanda Doerr, Vice President of Core Shopping at Amazon, for a deep and practical look at how Amazon AI shopping is reshaping the entire buying journey. From the launch of Rufus AI shopping assistant and breakthroughs in AI review summarization to the rise of conversational commerce, voice commerce, and mobile-first e-commerce, Amanda shares how Amazon is solving customer friction and building the foundation for the future of e-commerce 2026.
The World Cup effect: How global fandom is rewriting the rules of brand engagement
The 2026 World Cup will unite 5 billion fans across 16 cities. See how global fandom is evolving—and how brands can engage authentically with Suzy.
True Blue: How Levi's remains an American original with contemporary cachet
In this episode of The Speed of Culture podcast, Matt Britton sits down with Kenny Mitchell, Global Chief Marketing Officer at Levi Strauss & Co., to unpack how Levi’s balances 170 years of history with the urgency of modern culture. Kenny shares how Levi’s marketing strategy is evolving through cultural partnerships like the Beyoncé REIMAGINE campaign, the Shaboozey Men’s Icons campaign, and the Nike Levi’s collaboration. This conversation explores how an iconic global brand stays relevant through culture-led brand growth, data, AI-powered personalization, and disciplined leadership.
The Shopping Shift: Consumers Turn to AI – Not Search Engines – to Shop Smarter and Faster
Soft Skills: How Dale Carnegie is re-humanizing leadership for an AI world
In this episode of The Speed of Culture, host Matt Britton sits down with Christine Buscarino, Global Chief Operating Officer and Chief Marketing Officer at Dale Carnegie & Associates, to discuss how empathy and emotional intelligence at work are redefining the future of leadership in an AI-driven world. Christine shares how Dale Carnegie training continues to empower leaders to strengthen communication and trust, engage a cross-generational workforce, and create people-centric cultures that thrive through technological change. Together, they explore how the Human by Design program is helping leaders balance AI and human skills to drive sustainable leadership transformation.
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The future of credit cards: Why the next big swipe Is all about experience
Credit cards are evolving from perks to purpose. Discover how brands like Amex, Chase, and Bilt are redefining loyalty through experience and connection.
Keepin’ it real: Why human insights still matter in the age of synthetic audiences
As synthetic audiences rise, many brands are asking if human research is still necessary. The short answer? More than ever.
From Viral Campaigns to Global Growth: Inside e.l.f.’s Brand Engine
In this episode of The Speed of Culture, host Matt Britton sits down with Laurie Lam, Chief Brand Officer at e.l.f. Beauty, to explore how the brand leads through purpose-driven growth, cultural storytelling, and community-led innovation. Laurie shares how e.l.f. Beauty became one of the most influential names in beauty marketing by listening to its community, championing inclusivity, and building creativity under pressure. From viral campaigns to global brand expansion, this conversation captures how modern beauty brands grow by staying true to purpose and pace.
