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We owe progress in our world to innovative minds: the people who create things that many cannot even imagine; the pioneers who fail hundreds of times yet still dare to try again; those who simply do not give up and are ready to leave their comfort zone. What was their inspiration? How did it all start? What is it like to fundamentally change something? How does it feel to be the first?
Together with our moderator Charlie Martin, we get to know a few of these GAME CHANGERS in this podcast. It is about groundbreaking projects, new ideas and inventions that change our view on the world and open up new horizons.
GAME CHANGER #06 | DANIELA BOHLINGER: CHANGING PERSPECTIVE, CHANGING THE GAME
When was the last time you stepped out of your comfort zone? Imagine leaving everything behind – no mobile phone, no internet – and focusing on one question: how can we envision a future with zero emissions?
That’s exactly what our last episode’s GAME CHANGER did. Daniela Bohlinger, a name familiar to design enthusiasts, is also known for constantly pushing beyond her boundaries.
Bohlinger, the Innovation Strategist for Sustainability at BMW Group, is also a professor in Umeå, Sweden. In a unique blend of learning, practice and imagination, Daniela led a three-day workshop on a remote island in northern Sweden, where her students and colleagues explored ideas for a sustainable future. She is engaged in various design competitions as a jury member and in international scholarships. She is brave enough not only in talking about existing boundaries, but also in changing the systems for a holistically positive future vision.
Check out our last episode for insights into the future of individual mobility and how shifting perspectives can drive a more sustainable tomorrow.
GAME CHANGER #05 | CATHY HACKL: CHANGING GAMING INDUSTRY, CHANGING THE GAME
Life often takes unexpected turns, leading us down entirely new paths. Some fear these unpredictable changes, while others embrace them with open arms.
This episode’s GAME CHANGER, Cathy Hackl, has built her journey around constant change, overcoming obstacles, and embracing surprises – some anticipated, others completely unexpected. Yet, one thing has remained constant for Cathy Hackl: she has always faced these challenges with curiosity, strength, and creativity.
Cathy Hackl is a tech and gaming executive and CEO of Spatial Dynamics, a company specialising in spatial computing and AI solutions, including gaming. She’s developed virtual experiences in platforms like Roblox (Walmartland) and Fortnite, produced virtual concerts (Electric Fest), and is an Apple Vision Pro developer. Recognized as one of Ad Age’s Leading Women of 2023, Cathy also graced the cover of “Forbes” Latam’s 100 Most Powerful Women 2023 issue and was named as one of “Vogue” Business’s 100 Innovators.
Tune in to this episode for inspiration on how to transform unexpected challenges into game-changing moments.
GAME CHANGER #04 | DR PETER LAMP: CHANGING THE BATTERY, CHANGING THE GAME
We all carry small sources of energy – our phones, laptops and cars. Lithium-ion batteries power the world today, and the technology is evolving fast. What’s the next game-changing breakthrough, especially in the car industry?
Our GAME CHANGER in this episode is Dr Peter Lamp, Principal Expert for Battery Cell Technology at BMW. With a PhD in General Physics from the Technical University of Munich, Lamp has been with BMW since 2001. He played a key role in developing lithium-ion cells for the BMW i3 and BMW i8 and has led the BMW R&D in battery cell technology since 2012.
Tune in to discover how the world is charging today and what the future holds for automotive battery innovation.
GAME CHANGER #03 | FIONN FERREIRA: CHANGING THE WATER, CHANGING THE GAME
Plastic pollution in the oceans and on shores is a well-known and growing problem. But have you ever wondered why we don’t see more of it scattered along the beaches? Given the enormous amount of plastic produced by mankind every day, wouldn’t you expect more of it be washed ashore? Where does all the plastic go?
These questions inspired this episode’s GAME CHANGER, Fionn Ferreira, to dig deeper. Ferreira is an Irish inventor, chemistry student and Forbes 30 under 30 listee. He grew up near the Irish coast in a family of boat builders, and his connection to the sea fuelled his passion for purifying water. In 2020, he founded both Fionn & Co. LLC and the Green Journey Coalition to continue his mission of cleaning the world’s oceans and protecting the environment.
Join us as Fionn shares his journey, revealing how his curiosity and innovative mindset led him to develop a groundbreaking idea for purifying water and eventually caught the attention of “Iron Man” himself.
GAME CHANGER #02 | DR STELLA CLARKE: CHANGING COLOURS, CHANGING THE GAME
Have you ever had that one idea that made you think, "This is it"? With millions of ideas emerging daily, only a rare few see the light of day. But what transforms a spark of inspiration into reality? What does the creative process truly look like? How do you pitch an idea so compellingly that it demands to be heard?
This episode’s GAME CHANGER is Dr Stella Clarke. With a background in mechanical engineering from Australia, the USA, and Munich, Clarke has been a development engineer at BMW since 2007. It was her vision to apply E Ink technology – familiar from e-readers – to revolutionise how vehicles can change their colour. In 2022, the BMW iX Flow, the world’s first colour-changing car, captured global attention. Like every groundbreaking innovation, it all started with an idea.
Explore how Dr Clarke transformed her groundbreaking idea into a reality. With a blend of deep engineering expertise and visionary thinking, she is pioneering a new frontier in the future of mobility.
GAME CHANGER #01 | David Zilber: Changing Food, Changing the Game
Welcome to the first episode of the new BMW audio series, GAME CHANGER. In this episode, we explore significant changes starting with the smallest possible microorganisms. What if you knew that the next big culinary breakthrough might come from a tiny microbe living in the food you eat every day?
This episode’s GAME CHANGER is David Zilber. He is a professional chef, fermenter, food scientist, and author from Toronto, Canada. Since 2004, he has worked in some of the world’s top kitchens, most notably as the director of the world-renowned Fermentation Lab at Restaurant Noma, where he used fungi and bacteria to transform foodstuffs into bold new ingredients.
David Zilber shares his dreams and plans in a warm and inspiring conversation with our host, Charlie Martin, and talks about the strangest food he’s ever tasted. Tune in to this episode to discover how a lab next to a kitchen could bring about the next big culinary change.
Charlie Martin
Charlie Martin is a familiar voice to BMW podcast fans. She was co-moderator in the BMW ELECTRIC MYTHS podcast in 2023 (➜ Read also: ELECTRIC MYTHS). Charlie wrote history at the legendary 24-hour race on the North Loop of the Nürburgring: she was the first transgender racing car driver to drive this classic and is synonymous with a new era in motorsport (➜ Read also: Charlie Martin: Motorsport is colourful). This British driver who has already achieved a great deal in her sport sees the race as just one leg of her journey of promoting more diversity and change in motorsport. This makes her a real GAME CHANGER.
Editorial: Julia Niedermeier, Narges Derakhshan; Art: Jack Sachs, Ha My Le Thi, Joao Telmo Parreira, Lucas Lemuth; Sound: David Georgos Koulakiotis, Henrik José
