Ep.5 - The Sound of Innovation: Vickie Nauman on Music’s Digital Transformation

In this insightful episode of the Mostro Podcast, host Kim Bingham sits down with the pioneering Vickie Nauman, founder and president of CrossBorderWorks, to explore the evolving intersection of music and technology. Vickie brings her wealth of experience from transforming Napster into a legal digital platform, spearheading user experience innovation at Sonos, and championing emerging technologies like blockchain and AI.

We delve into the music industry’s slow embrace of disruptive technologies, the challenges of integrating generative AI and Web3, and how younger creators are leading a shift toward more independent, tech-driven business models. Vickie shares her thoughts on the future of music consumption, emphasizing immersive experiences in gaming, VR, and virtual worlds as the next frontier.

Whether you’re an artist, technologist, or music fan, this episode is packed with insights about the past, present, and future of music in the digital age. Tune in for an engaging conversation with one of the industry’s most forward-thinking voices.