The C&IT Talk Show with Calum Di Lieto

Every month we will be discussing hot topics, visiting fantastic hotels, diving into research and sharing our experiences of events and trips around the world.

All the while having fun and keeping it lighthearted in a true C&IT fashion!

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Amelia Earhart, how movies influence events and instagrammable New York

Season 2 Episode 4: We talk to Amelia Rose Earhart about navigating turbulence, discover New York's world famous instagrammable venues and look at how movies impact the MICE industry.

Channel 4's creative diversity, Puma's galactic party and mindfulness in Malta

Season 2 Episode 3: We look at Channel 4's approach to DEI, Puma's 'out of this world' Christmas party and meditative Maltese experiences.

Neurodivergence in events, playful creativity and Vegas adventures

Season 2 Episode 2: We look at microaggressions towards the neurodiverse, unexpected activities in Las Vegas and event lessons from Red Bull and Google.

Nico Rosberg, inclusive incentives and exploring Edinburgh

Season 2 Episode 1: We look at making incentive travel more inclusive, experience a Royal trip to Edinburgh and Formula 1's Nico Rosberg talks about sustainability at events.

Episode Twelve: How do you compete in a talent crisis?

In this episode, filmed in front of a live audience, we will be looking at competing in a talent crisis, a brand new landmark hotel in Sydney and a controversial view of sustainability.

Journey to Net-Zero: What's next?

Part four of the four-part sustainability series

We will look at the short-term, medium-term and long-term actions for viewers to consider to move themselves and the industry forward – getting one step closer to ‘Net-Zero’.

Journey to Net-Zero: Taking action

Part three of the four-part sustainability series

We will look at a real life example of an event with sustainability at its core and explore tourism’s role in protecting and preserving the planet.

Journey to Net-Zero: What's being done?

Part two of the four-part sustainability series

We will look at the current standards being set by those new and established in the industry as an indication of where viewers should be at present.

Journey To Net-Zero: Where to begin?

Part one of the four-part sustainability series

We will look at the context of the issue at hand and provide viewers with vital knowledge and understanding that will create a foundation for change.

Episode Seven: How do you create a strong company culture?

In this episode, filmed in front of a live audience, we will be looking at branding and company culture, embracing young talent and how networking at events has changed.

Episode Six: What is the metaverse?

In this episode, filmed in front of a live audience, we will be looking at the metaverse, the next wave of virtual events and how the French are addressing sustainability.

Episode Five: Will serendipity ever be possible online?

In this episode, filmed in front of a live audience, we will be looking at highlights from our Agency Forum, PCMA Convening Leaders, desert adventures in Dubai, and the difference between the UK and US from a MICE perspective.

Episode Four: How can you prove the value of incentive travel?

In this special Christmas episode we will be looking at how data can change the game, what’s new in Paris post-pandemic, how to prove the value of incentive travel and sustainable event lessons from COP26.

Episode Three: What is the current State of the Industry?

In this episode we will be looking at how events can have a long-lasting legacy, touring a luxury hotel in Knightsbridge, debating whether budget holders understand hybrid and finding out from Zoe Lyons what comedians want from event planners.

Episode Two: How can events save the world?

In this episode we will be looking at how events can actually save the world, touring a luxury hotel in Scotland, debating whether large-scale events should use COVID passports and finding out what makes an award-winning event.

Episode One: What does talent look like post-pandemic?

In this episode we will be looking at the post-pandemic future of corporate event planners, touring a brand new London hotel, going behind the scenes of a successful hybrid event and discovering how to rebuild your events calendar in 2021 and beyond.