Episodes 38
Avg. Duration 35m
Activity Dormant
Apple Rating 5.0 (16)
Since May 2021
Latest Episode Oct 2025

Publishing Details

Schedule
Every 2 Weeks
Format
Episodic
Consistency
77%
Hosting
feeds.captivate.fm

About This Podcast

The FutureWork Playbook podcast explores the intersection between the workplace, technology and law. Hosted by Natalie Pierce, a partner in the San Francisco office and chair of employment and labor at Gunderson Dettmer, this podcast delivers a front-row seat to the latest trends and innovations that are transforming the future of work. The FutureWork Playbook podcast is your go-to resource for understanding how these technologies are changing the business landscape and how you can stay ahead of the curve. Each episode features an interview with a visionary leader, offering insights and strategies for navigating the evolving world of work. Whether you're a founder, investor, or legal professional, the FutureWork Playbook podcast will inspire you to develop new playbooks for success in the years ahead. Tune in and join the conversation today!

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Recent Episodes

S7E6 30 Under 30 with Jackson Block, Co-founder and CEO at LGBT + VC

Oct 16, 2025 33m

In his book about the history of LGBTQ venture capital, Jackson Block keeps a card from Gunderson Dettmer that reads: “Nothing good comes out of just staying in your comfort zone. Be uncomfortable…

S7E5 30 Under 30 with Katherine Mizrahi Rodriguez, Co-founder and Chief Implementation Officer at Osmoses

Oct 10, 2025 37m

Even in high school, Katherine Mizrahi Rodriguez was interested in arts, crafts – and chemistry. Now co-founder and Chief Implementation Officer at Osmoses, she is revolutionizing clean energy…

S7E4 30 Under 30 with Megan Ruan, General Partner at Gold House Ventures

Oct 02, 2025 27m

Host Natalie Pierce updates listeners on two past guests and introduces them to a new one.First, she highlights Daniel Robinson, a guest from the first episode of “The FutureWork Playbook” in 2021.…

S7E3 30 Under 30 with Sam Teicher, Co-Founder and Chief Reef Officer at Coral Vita

Sep 23, 2025 42m

Coral reefs generate $2.7 trillion a year by powering tourism economies, protecting coastlines from storms, and yielding medicines that fight infections and cancer. Yet 90% of the planet’s coral…

S7E2 30 Under 30 with Emily Zhen, Principal at Zeal Capital Partners

Sep 18, 2025 35m

As Gunderson Dettmer celebrates clients on the Forbes “30 under 30” list, Emily Zhen reflects on her immigrant family's journey, her unique background spanning biology and finance at Wharton and her…

S7E1 30 Under 30 with Julia Dixon, Founder and CEO of ESAI

Sep 11, 2025 32m

Being an independent college admissions advisor opened Julia Dixon’s eyes to the industry’s unequal playing field, where those who can afford elite support get into elite universities. But she also…

S6E5 Fast Co. “Most Innovative Companies” Amogy: Navigating Legal Waters in Clean Energy: Insights from the Head of Legal

Jan 16, 2025 27m

Daniel Landesberg had a passion for clean energy but little background in the industry when he applied to Amogy. Hired as the head of legal, he feels the excitement among engineers and, indeed, the…

S6E4 Fast Co. “Most Innovative Companies” Justo: Inside Its Approach to Fulfillment, Supply Chain, and Customer Loyalty

Jan 02, 2025 33m

When a Jüsto shopper fills their digital basket via the platform’s app, the teams behind the scene are getting to know the customer. Using AI, they create a personalized experience to meet the…

S6E3 Fast Co. “Most Innovative Companies” Slang.ai: A Non-Traditional Route to Becoming a Technical Founder

Dec 19, 2024 42m

Gabe Duncan combined his unique experience – including stints as a musician, data engineer, and data science manager – with his entrepreneurial spirit to co-found Slang.ai five years ago. In…

S6E2 Fast Co. “Most Innovative Companies” Arkose Labs: Building Startup Growth Teams in the Age of AI

Dec 03, 2024 42m

Host Natalie Pierce invites Justin Schiefner, vice president of global people operations and culture at Arkose Labs, for a conversation about how Arkose Labs – on Fast Company’s prestigious list of…

S6E1 Fast Co. “Most Innovative Companies” Vanta: The CLO/CPO Journey w/ Ari Shahdadi

Nov 14, 2024 37m

Vanta, a company that helps customers get compliant and build security programs, uses an AI tool to answer security questionnaires. Where humans had once spent hours on the task, the tool completes…

S5E6 Generative AI Killer Use Cases with Dazza Greenwood and Dr. Eliot

Oct 19, 2023 53m Transcript

“Those that are equipped with and know how to ably use AI are going to be outdoing those lawyers and law firms that do not.”The FutureWork podcast episode 6 features Dr. Lance Eliot, a regular Forbes…

S5E5 Developing Your Generative AI Strategy, a Conversation With Charlene Li

Sep 28, 2023 48m Transcript

The FutureWork podcast episode 5 features Charlene Li, an expert in transformative technologies that disrupt the business landscape. Charlene is a keynote speaker, Fortune 100 advisor and author. Her…

S5E4 Helping Legal Teams Leverage Generative AI: A Conversation with IronClad Co-Founder, Cai GoGwilt

Sep 08, 2023 37m Transcript

Who said the legal industry is slow to adopt novel technology? Generative AI has made it possible to shift even the most reluctant of industries to create a new paradigm for reading, writing and…

S5E3 Deep Fakes, Social Engineering and Sam Altman, Oh My! - A Discussion With a Head of Data Privacy

Aug 24, 2023 33m Transcript

“Right now, we have this great opportunity to create a balanced and reasonable law that works for an industry that also protects individuals.”In this episode, Natalie welcomes Anna Westfelt, the Head…

S5E2 Generative AI is Here: How To Prepare Your Teams

Aug 10, 2023 41m Transcript

When it comes to integrating AI technology in the workplace, uncertainty and fear can blind business from innovation and advancement. In this episode, host Natalie Pierce, dives back into the…

S5E1 Shaping a Legal Innovation Practice with Generative AI

Jul 20, 2023 37m Transcript

We're back for Season 5 and we're diving into the fascinating world of generative AI! This season, we'll explore the technology underpinnings, the exciting advancements made so far, the ethical and…

S4E5 Reshaping ESG: A Conversation on the Business Case for Mental Health Initiatives

Jun 22, 2023 26m Transcript

The ESG standards have seen much attention from the SEC in the last several years. Now, the debate of including an “H” stands in line to extend the framework and consider the well-being of…

S4E4 Metrics Matter: A Look at Novata’s ESG Platform to Inform Governance

Jun 01, 2023 38m Transcript

“The term ESG, it's a term that gets applied to a lot of things, but at the end of the day, we're really just talking about looking at the risks and opportunities of investing in a company. And we're…

S4E3 Investing in People and Performance: How To Put The “S” in ESG

May 18, 2023 41m Transcript

In this episode, Sarah Milby, the founder and CEO of Valor Performance, joins host Natalie Pierce to discuss the importance of coaching and upskilling in the modern workforce. Valor Performance…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does FutureWork Playbook have?

FutureWork Playbook has published 38 episodes since May 2021, covering topics in Business, Careers.

Is FutureWork Playbook still active?

FutureWork Playbook is currently dormant with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 35m.

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