Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates takes viewers on a journey into the future with his new Netflix series, ‘What’s Next? The Future with Bill Gates.’ The series dives into some of the world’s most pressing challenges, featuring conversations with politicians, celebrities, and business leaders.
In a recent blog post, Gates shared a behind-the-scenes look at three particularly impactful discussions. His conversation with Lady Gaga revolved around the issue of misinformation, a topic Gates deems crucial. He stated, “Our conversation was valuable in helping me think through what is (and might not be) possible when it comes to preventing misinformation.”
Gates’ interview with Senator Bernie Sanders focused on income inequality and the taxation of wealth. While some friends were skeptical of the pairing, given Sanders’ outspoken stance against billionaires, the two had a productive conversation. Gates noted that Sanders posed some challenging questions, highlighting the importance of addressing these issues head-on.
Lastly, Gates discussed his conversation with his daughter, Phoebe, about the impact of misinformation on women’s rights activism. He expressed pride in Phoebe’s dedication to advocating for women and girls.
This five-part docuseries tackles a wide range of critical topics, including artificial intelligence, climate change, disease eradication, and income inequality. Other notable guests include Anthony Fauci, Bono, Greg Brockman, James Cameron, Mark Cuban, Senator Mitt Romney, and more.
Interestingly, a Benzinga poll revealed that viewers are particularly eager to see the episode featuring Mark Cuban, the billionaire entrepreneur and ‘Shark Tank’ star. Cuban secured almost 50% of the votes, followed closely by Fauci, likely due to his expertise on COVID-19 and vaccines.
Netflix continues to thrive, with second-quarter revenue reaching $9.56 billion, a 16.8% increase from the previous year. This performance exceeded market expectations, further solidifying the streaming platform’s dominance in the entertainment industry.
