What's Next? The Future with Bill Gates

Synopsis

Join visionary philanthropist Bill Gates as he delves into pressing global issues and uncovers cutting-edge technologies that will transform the world.

First Air Date: 2024-09-18

Last Air Date: 2024-09-18

Number of Seasons: 1

Number of Episodes: 5

Networks: Netflix

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Top Cast

Bill Gates as Self
Michael Slade as Self - Friend, Co-Founder, Second Avenue Partners
Anthony Fauci as Self - Distinguished University Professor, Georgetown University
Richard Blumenthal as Self (archive footage)
Anderson Cooper as Self (archive footage)
Thomas L. Friedman as Self - New York Times Columnist and Author
James Cameron as Self - Filmmaker, Inventor, Explorer
Lady Gaga as Self - Artist, Philanthropist and Businesswoman
Bernie Sanders as Self - I-VT
Mitt Romney as Self - R-UT

Seasons

Season 1 (2024)

No overview available for this season.

Episodes:

Ep. 1: What Can AI Do for Us/to Us (2024-09-18)

The rapid evolution of AI raises critical questions for humanity. Bill discusses the potential impacts with filmmaker James Cameron and the OpenAI team.
Ep. 2: Truth or Consequences? (2024-09-18)

Preserving truth in an era of misinformation is challenging. Bill traces the life cycle and impact of conspiracy theories, with insights from Lady Gaga.
Ep. 3: Can We Stop Global Warming? (2024-09-18)

Can scaling innovations help us achieve zero emissions? Bill charts the path to a net-zero future and shares hopeful developments with climate activists.
Ep. 4: Can You Be Too Rich? (2024-09-18)

The income gap is a growing concern with far-reaching implications. Bill explores ways to address inequality with Sens. Bernie Sanders and Mitt Romney.
Ep. 5: Can We Outsmart Disease? (2024-09-18)

Can technology help eradicate infectious diseases? Bill meets with Dr. Anthony Fauci and other public health experts to examine the latest breakthroughs.