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October 30, 2026AI - Memorable for the worst possible reasonThe article explores the impact of AI on event planning, highlighting a discussion with Sam McNeill of SongDivision. While AI can create music efficiently, McNeill emphasises the irreplaceable value of human creativity in events. He warns that overly generic AI-driven experiences could deter attendance, underscoring the need for authentic, human-centred events.Read More

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November 27, 2025What if event professionals ran the world?On this month's episode of The Meeting Room, Paul Harvey talks to Sasha Frieze about how to design purpose-led, outcome-driven events that connect, inspire, and create real change.

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October 31, 2025Will AI replace the human touch in events?From the impact of the US government's shutdown on meetings, events and business travel; to the latest innovation in AI that could transform the industry (positively and negatively), watch to find out their takes on the latest topics shaping the international meetings sector.

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September 25, 2025"We're completely blind to what's coming"In this episode of The Meeting Room, Anna Abdelnoor, founder and CEO of isla, the industry sustainability body, spells out precisely what's coming if we don't act now to mitigate the worst impacts of global heating.

Martyns Law podcast

August 29, 2025She lost her son in a terror attack, then changed UK venue safety foreverFigen Murray transformed her grief into a campaign for Martyn’s Law, which mandates improved security measures in UK public venues after her son was killed in the Manchester Arena bombing.

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July 25, 2025The Meeting Room: 'AI discriminated against women ... again'In a no-holds-barred conversation, Gabby Austen-Browne challenges the industry’s blind faith in AI and reveals why ignoring its ethical pitfalls, like bias and consent, could backfire. As AI reshapes events and meetings, are we asking the right questions... or just chasing productivity at any cost?

TMS Rob Eveleigh

July 8, 2025"You have to adapt. If you don't you will die ..."In this episode of The Meeting Room Out of Office, Rob Eveleigh, founder of Brightelm, explains why associations are feeling the pressure when it comes to their events - and how smaller, more purpose-driven meetings can keep members inspired and revenues healthy.

Robert Kenward, Paul Harvey and Anna-Marie Trzebinski

June 27, 2025Young event planners: expecting too much or just enough?The latest episode of The Meeting Room podcast addresses attracting and retaining young professionals in the events industry, discussing challenges like industry perception, generation-specific pressures, and workplace expectations, while advocating for mentorship and clear growth paths.

Edward, Matt and Steph

June 12, 2025'Legacy isn’t just what you leave behind, it’s the impact you create today'The podcast explores industry leaders' insights on sustainability, innovation, and tourism, focusing on Singapore's net-zero goals, the sustainability-led World Design Congress, and Macau's luxury tourism developments.

Jo Fuller The Merry Menopause TMR OOO

June 10, 2025Cyclical leadership: unlocking your natural rhythmsCyclical leadership: unlocking your natural rhythms 0 0 74 Sponsored by Speaking from IMEX Frankfurt, Jo Fuller, founder of The Merry Menopause explained how understanding and aligning with the natural phases of the menstrual cycle can e

James Latham and Gary Grimmer

June 7, 2025'We're seeing a rise in populism, beyond simply the US'Populism is increasing globally. In The Meeting Room: Out of Office, James Lancaster discusses with James Latham and Gary Grimmer that business events should focus on innovation, collaboration, and societal challenges.Show More