In his series "Crazy Wisdom," Stewart Alsop explores cutting-edge topics, particularly in the realm of technology, such as Urbit and artificial intelligence. Alsop embarks on a quest for meaning, engaging with others to expand his own understanding of reality and that of his audience. The topics covered in "Crazy Wisdom" are diverse, ranging from emerging technologies to spirituality, philosophy, and general life experiences. Alsop's unique approach aims to make connections between seemingly ...
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Smart People Podcast is a biweekly, interview-based podcast that features today's most well respected thought leaders engaging in authentic, insightful conversation for the benefit of the listener. The host, Chris Stemp, and his co-host/producer Jon Rojas, utilize their insatiable curiosity and relatable charm to provoke their guests into giving the interview of a lifetime. Every single guest has achieved a high level of recognition within their arena and in doing so has collected a wealth o ...
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Cortex is a show that explores how creative people think about their work — and how they get it done. Each episode dives into the workflows they follow, the apps and devices they depend on, and the habits that keep projects moving. Hosted by CGP Grey and Myke Hurley.
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Curated Questions: Conversations Celebrating the Power of Questions Hosted by Ken Woodward, Curated Questions is a thought-provoking podcast that celebrates the art and science of asking profound questions. This podcast is for curious minds who understand that the right question can unlock new perspectives and drive personal growth. What to Expect Insightful Conversations: Experts from diverse fields share their journey in mastering the craft of inquiry, revealing how it has transformed thei ...
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John Spencer is passionate about seeing schools embrace creativity and design thinking. In this podcast, he explores the intersection of creative thinking and student learning.
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Timeless Practical Wisdom For Living a Meaningful Life Inspiring stories and practical advice from creatives, entrepreneurs, change-makers, misfits, and rebels to help you become successful on your own terms Our listeners say, “If TEDTalks met Oprah you’d have the Unmistakable Creative.” Eliminate the feeling of being stuck in your life, blocked in your creativity, and discover higher levels of meaning and purpose in your life and career. Listen to deeply personal, insightful, and thought-pr ...
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Formerly The Accidental Creative. Being a creative professional should be the greatest job in the world. You get to solve problems, express yourself, bring something new into the world and you get paid to do it. What's not to love. Yet every day, creative pros face, tremendous pressure and uncertainty. The temptation is just to play it safe, surrender to distraction and settle for less than your best daily creative is about making sure that's not your story. Each episode focuses on a topic r ...
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Start your day with practical philosophy that actually works. In under 10 minutes, Scott Smith cuts through the noise with straight talk about navigating life's messy middle—where personal and professional challenges collide. No hype. No fluff. Just 20 years of hard-won wisdom, Stoic principles, and real stories from someone who's been there. Monday through Friday, learn to think clearly, act wisely, and build a life that's actually yours.
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In this series, we step out of the spotlight and into the shade - to have conversations and uncover real stories behind topics like brand-building, creative thinking, entrepreneurialism, music and entertainment, and the interesting characters who shape them.
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"Mick Unplugged" is a transformative podcast that challenges listeners to move beyond the conventional 'Why' and embrace the empowering realm of 'Because.' Hosted by Mick Hunt, the voice of Modern Leadership, this podcast is designed for leaders, doers, and anyone aspiring to create meaningful impact in both their personal and professional lives. Each episode delves into the principles of Modern Leadership, focusing on discovering your 'Because'—your core driving force—and how it can turn dr ...
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Killer Innovations with Phil McKinney - A Show About Ideas Creativity And Innovation
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An award winning podcast and nationally syndicated radio show that looks at the innovations that are changing our lives and how their innovators used creativity and design to take their raw idea and create a game-changing product or service.
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The podcasts seeks to revitalise the faith to inspire catholics around the world by creating joy and positivity in challenging times.
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The Strategy Skills Podcast: Strategy | Leadership | Critical Thinking | Problem-Solving
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CEOs and business leaders, management consulting senior partners, ground-breaking professors, thought-provoking writers and journalists, record-setting athletes and coaches, and award-winning actors and celebrities discuss the key issues facing the business world and broader society. Get free access to our newsletter, Monday Morning at 8 am, along with sample episodes from our training programs on www.strategytraining.com. Go to https://www.firmsconsulting.com/promo.
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The podcast for diverse, in-depth discussions around the creative conscious™ of creative thinkers. Join creative entrepreneur Kate McLeod as she examples in conversation, the path for authentically optimized creative patterns of thinking with other innovative creative thinkers. The result: an array of tools for listeners who want to habitualize their creative conscious™ or just take their creative thinking to the brain gym for about an hour. Get ready to get introspective, creative and expan ...
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Before a song is released, a record is produced, or a chorus is written, the musicians that write them think. A lot. They live. A lot. And they feel. A LOT. Hosted by award-winning interviewer and radio host Sofia Loporcaro, Before the Chorus dives into the stories and experiences that shape these artists, and ultimately, the music we hear.
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I'm Rob Johnston, a designer and photographer based in New York City. I am also the founder of Meet the Creatives - a podcast that seeks to bridge the gap between entry-level creative professionals and the industry's best. Through the podcast, live events and various social platforms, I am building a community that connects thousands of entry-level creatives from around the world. The show has featured guests from companies like Facebook, Google, Snapchat, Twitter, Disney, Nike, Huge, Sesame ...
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Thinking about writing, talking about writing, and getting writing out of my system. I'm Joseph Hunter: fiction writer, Creative Writing PhD candidate, and teacher. This podcast sees me reflect on the writing process, why we write, and how we can write better.
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IDEO’s Creative Confidence Podcast shares candid conversations with creative leaders, changemakers, and innovators navigating today’s most pressing challenges. Through real-world stories and insights, we explore how to lead with creativity, build resilient teams, and drive innovation. Grounded in IDEO’s 40 years of expertise in design thinking and innovation, each episode offers inspiration and practical tools for audacious leaders at every stage of their careers. Hosted by Mina Seetharaman, ...
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From the construction of virtual realities to the internet of things to the watches on our wrists—technology's influence is everywhere. Its role in our lives is evolving fast, and we're faced with riveting questions and tough challenges that sit at the intersection of technology and humanity. Listen in every Friday, with host, journalist Sherrell Dorsey, as TED speakers explore the way tech shapes how we think about society, science, design, business, and more. Follow Sherrell on Instagram @ ...
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Beyond the Prompt dives deep into the world of AI and its expanding impact on business and daily work. Hosted by Jeremy Utley of Stanford's d.school, alongside Henrik Werdelin, an entrepreneur known for starting BarkBox, prehype and other startups, each episode features conversations with innovators and leaders to uncover pragmatic stories of how organizations leverage AI to accelerate success. Learn creative strategies and actionable tactics you can apply right away as AI capabilities advan ...
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Left Brain Thinking highlights the securities analysis of Left Brain Investment Research and the logical approach that the firm brings to creative investment ideas. Each week, you'll get Left Brain's take on specific stocks and bonds. Tune in to experience the disciplined decision-making and independent thinking that powers the firm's search for profitable investment opportunities.
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A "by Hackers for Hackers" podcast focused on technical content ranging from bug bounty tips, to write-up explanations, to the latest hacking techniques.
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Interviews with creatives to explore creativity in music and the arts so that you can develop skills and become successful. We look at creativity through the lens of NLP, magic, and self-improvement and develop a map for creative thinking looking at the the arts as a healing force as well as a tool for self development.
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In "You're A Better Artist Than You Think," host Chris Oatley (Disney, DreamWorks, Sony Pictures Animation) explores the mindset, strategies and practices of professional artists from a wide range of creative fields. Whether you're a total beginner or seasoned pro, this podcast provides actionable insights to enhance your creative skills and advance your artistic career. Get clear, relevant feedback on your work and personalized career guidance at MagicBoxAcademy.com
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Creativity: is it a luxury or a necessity? Whether you are a seasoned adventurer or just starting out on a new creative journey, think of me as your greatest fan! Tune in every week to discover what it really means to take the road less travelled.
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In Think Like a Game Designer, award-winning designer and Stone Blade Entertainment CEO Justin Gary speaks with world-class game designers and creative experts from various industries. Each episode deconstructs the creative process, offering insights into the art of game design and the broader cultural, technological, and business influences shaping a myriad of creative mediums. Join us for actionable advice and unique perspectives that will enrich your understanding of what it means to be c ...
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Conversations between two out of the box thinking broads; discussing their van life, farm life, art life, learning, salty commentary on culture and more. Thought provoking and humorous.
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Go beyond the hype and headlines. Hear stories from real people using AI to do more of what they love about their jobs. From the F1 track to the kitchen—and even the bottom of a lake—learn how new tools are helping creatives, makers, visionaries, and their teams think big, move faster, and focus on the work that matters most.
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The Lead Creative podcast hosts a series of conversations with great minds behind some of the leading brands, businesses, organisations and top ideas that we all love. From advertising thought leaders, forward-thinking brand leaders, innovative digital marketing minds to content creators - the podcast gives into what makes the world engage with some of the top brands. Founded and hosted by Mongezi Mtati, the podcast shares analysis, trends, and strategic intelligence.
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On YOUR WORLD OF CREATIVITY, best-selling author and global brand innovator, Mark Stinson introduces you to some of the world’s leading creative talent from publishing, film, animation, music, restaurants, medical research, and more. In every episode, you'll discover: - How to tap into your most original thinking. - Inspiration from the experts’ own experience. - Specific tools, exercises, and formulas to organize your ideas. - And most of all, you’ll learn how to make connections and create ...
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A weekly kick-in-the-pants to go after your creative dreams. From a former Harvard corporate lawyer who built a million-dollar calligraphy education business… and then scaled it down intentionally to create a life full of creativity and freedom. Every week, I share a tactical business lesson + powerful brain reframe that will help you get unstuck. The perfect mix of strategy and warmth that never shies away from the truth. Welcome to Creative Business Real Talk - Shinah, Founder of Crooked C ...
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Creative people talk about creativity. I talk to people who are creative and love to teach. Art and Music are topics that will come up almost every episode. Think of it as 2 friends having a laugh and telling stories. Enjoy! Cheers / Kim Lantto
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Bloomerangas podcast "On Creativity" — exploring it from every angle: how to activate it, live it, and facilitate it for others. creativity.bloomerangas.com
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This podcast is a deep dive into the world of creativity - from Edgar Allan Poe and Walt Whitman to understanding the use of basic AI principles in a fun and practical way.
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Two Cranky Creatives: Real Talk & Practical Advice for Surface Designers and Creative Entrepreneurs
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In Two Cranky Creatives, two seasoned creative entrepreneurs, Carrie & Toni, pull back the curtain on the highs and lows of building a creative business. Expect unfiltered, real talk about the challenges, victories, and everything in between that comes with being a creative entrepreneur. Whether you're a fellow creative or just curious about the creative hustle, join us for candid conversations that go beyond the usual sugar-coated advice.
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Creative and Critical Thinking in Business... and Life. Through episodes about leadership, AI, design & innovation, and some on health. ggutt.substack.com
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On Build Mode, TechCrunch's Startup Battlefield Editor Isabelle Johannessen cuts through the startup mythology to uncover how founders survive the brutal early days, navigate impossible funding landscapes, and somehow keep their companies — and sanity— intact. Each season, Isabelle is joined by founders, investors, and operators to dig into specific aspects of the startup journey, from creative go to market strategies to founder mental health. The interviews are full of candid startup wisdom ...
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This is a show that asks renowned artists to contemplate their own work. In season 3, we explore the idea that art is not fixed in time but reverberates—echoing and reimagining itself across past, present, and future. Tune in as groundbreaking contemporary artists discuss the concepts that define their artistic outlook in all-new episodes from Hauser & Wirth and Atlantic Re:think, the creative marketing studio at The Atlantic.
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A podcast for K-12 art educators interested in connecting with colleagues and ideas. Each episode, hosted by Matt and Laura Grundler, takes you backstage with guest hosts from #K12ArtChat to dig into the latest art education innovations and resources. You’ll find tips, tools, and inspiration to keep you connected and moving forward.
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reThink: How You Think, Work and Thrive The podcast that helps you picture what you hear. I’m on a mission to change the way you think, literally. reThink helps you see things differently and think more visually. Visual thinking isn’t just doodles and diagrams, it’s a powerful tool for clearer communication, better collaboration and smarter problem-solving. Whether you're a leader, educator, student, or entrepreneur, this podcast offers practical strategies to map your thinking, master visua ...
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Our goal is to bring the wisdom of the academy's ivory tower into your earbuds. Think of each episode as an audiological ingredient for your to brew your own faith. Most episodes center around an interview with a different scholar, theologian, or philosopher.
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A weekly podcast about life, technology, entertainment, and business in general. Things in our focus: deep tech, mental health, community initiatives, artificial intelligence, blockchain, gaming and gambling, esports, augmented reality, virtual reality, marketing, creative thinking, fintech, and many more. The talks are hosted by Zoltan "Hawkie".
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This podcast is a space to discuss creativity: in society, in the workplace, in education. In each episode we explore definitions of creativity with guests from a range of backgrounds and ask whether or not creativity has a place in education. If you enjoy the podcast you might also like my book 'A creative primary curriculum for all' https://amzn.eu/d/0UTTfsk Background music provided by: Chloe Clayton
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If you think you may be too old to be creative, or too creative to be old, then CREAGEIVITY is the podcast for you. Hosted by artist / musician / writers Adrienne Thomas and Harlan Cockburn, each show brings illuminating and inspiring conversation with people who have kept on keeping on in their chosen field... or started some entirely new activity in later life.
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Before book sales and PR buzz, your favorite writers began with two things: the blank page and an idea. Each week on How I Write, we go behind-the-scenes with today’s top writers to uncover the meta-mechanics of writing and the lifestyle behind it. You’ll be the first to hear writers deconstruct their creative process: from banging their head on the keyboard to marking the last period of their final draft. Victory. Come discover how great writing is made. And who knows? Maybe you’ll be next. ...
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Tune into to any finance expert and it seems that they think that saving is very black and white - this or that. "Have 3-6 months of savings in your savings account or you're bad with money!" America Saves knows that saving is a habit, not a destination. So we're sharing tips, strategies, and tools to help you "Think Like A Saver." Join Co-Hosts Kia McCallister-Young and Amanda Woods as they take you on the journey of becoming a more informed, empowered saver who can make the best financial ...
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Thinking 101: A Pause, A Reflection, And What Might Come Next
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Twenty-one years. That's how long I've been doing this. Producing content. Showing up. Week after week, with only a handful of exceptions—most of them involving hospitals and cardiac surgeons, but that's another story. After twenty-one years, you learn what lands and what doesn't. You learn not to get too attached because you never know what's goin…
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Send us a text NARRATOR: In the center of the case sits a classic 3×3 Rubik’s Cube— a pocket-size universe that has humbled presidents, professors, and perfectly confident ten-year-olds. It’s the kind of toy that whispers: “Go ahead. Touch me. I will teach you something about yourself.” [SFX: A TINY CLICK. LIKE PLASTIC TURNING—JUST ONCE.] NIGHT WAT…
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Your First Client Is Closer Than You Think
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Think building a calligraphy business means you need a full-blown plan, a perfect brand portfolio, and a social media master? Think again. In this video, I share two real stories—of students who started scared, took action, and booked their first gigs within weeks. I’ll tell you exactly what to focus on in order to get your business going with your…
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610: Cas Holman on Play, Creativity, and the Future of Work
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When was the last time you played, really played? For Cas Holman, founder and chief designer of Heroes Will Rise and star of Netflix's Abstract: The Art of Design, play isn't childish. It's the foundation of human creativity, resilience, and connection. She worked with LEGO, Disney Imagineering, and the LEGO Foundation and on a mission to help adul…
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As AI becomes becomes more pervasive in our daily work, we often wrestle with a big question: what should we automate and what should we protect as deeply human? We experience this profoundly in creative work. We are drawn to the speed and efficiency of... The post How Will AI Transform Creative Thinking? appeared first on Spencer Education.…
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Power and Purpose: Congressman Jim Clyburn Talks Legacy
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Congressman Jim Clyburn is a legendary statesman whose influence spans from advising presidents to serving as a beacon of change and unity in American politics. Representing South Carolina, he is not only a champion of justice and progress but has also shaped the course of history with his powerful endorsements and unyielding voice. With deep roots…
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Send us a text NIGHT WATCHMAN (mildly amused, to himself): All right, Museum. Let’s see what you’ve got tonight. No stampedes. No… spontaneous karaoke from the animatronics. And if the wind-up monkey even looks like it’s planning something—no. SFX: a faint plastic “tap… tap… tap” NIGHT WATCHMAN: What was that? SFX: tiny clicks, like pegs being nudg…
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For show notes, links, and a summary episode, sign up for the Hey! What You Reading For newsletter. Mondays at 7am BST - https://tdape.beehiiv.com/subscribe For maths curriculum questions contact us here or via support@alta-…
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Elif Shafak: How to Write a Novel | How I Write
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Check out Sublime at https://sublime.app/?ref=perell Elif Shafak has a way of writing that's lush and enchanted. She writes about real things in the world: water, houseboats, ordinary things that we stopped seeing. And she infuses them with life and wonder so that we can see the world fresh again. Elif has written more than 21 books, and she's the …
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Episode #517: How Orbital Robotics Turns Space Junk into Infrastructure
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In this episode of the Crazy Wisdom Podcast, host Stewart Alsop speaks with Aaron Borger, founder and CEO of Orbital Robotics, about the emerging world of space robotics and satellite capture technology. The conversation covers a fascinating range of topics including Borger's early experience launching AI-controlled robotic arms to space as a stude…
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I used to hate mornings. I was a morning DJ starting at 18. Up at 4 am every day. Hated it so much I quit. Then I met Joy. She gets up at 5:30 am every single morning like it's programmed in her DNA. Lights on, radio on, house awake. Didn't matter if I was sleeping. Her mindless persistence drove me bonkers. But I couldn't change her. So I had to f…
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Send us a text NIGHT WATCHMAN (EBENEZER, cheerful): All right, toys—another calm, orderly night. Nothing’s going to— SFX: A sudden electronic WHIRR from a glass case. SFX: Tiny motor clicks: eyelids opening. SFX: A bright chirp, then a giggle. FURBY (loud): KAH! DOO-AY! NOO-LAH! NOO-LAH! NIGHT WATCHMAN (startled, then amused): …And right on schedul…
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What 2025 Taught Us—And Where 2026 Is Taking Us
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What do foot massage parties, otters, and AI robot tutors have in common? To find out, tune into our special end-of-year conversation featuring the hosts from TED Talks Daily, TED Radio Hour, TED Business, and TED Tech! Elise Hu, Manoush Zomorodi, Modupe Akinola and Sherrell Dorsey got together to share the biggest ideas dominating their industry a…
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In this heart-forward episode of Shady Characters, hosts Evan Burgher and Tim DeBrincat sit down with Harrison Taylor, Director of Leasing & Development at Almquist, and one of the key minds behind River Street Market — the new cultural hub redefining San Juan Capistrano. Harrison shares what it’s like to raise four kids on Los Rios Street, the old…
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613: Microsoft CTO on AI, Human Agency and the Future of Work
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Technology is reshaping the world at a pace few people, inside or outside the industry, expected. But every so often, you meet someone who has not only witnessed the major waves of technological change, but helped build them. In this conversation, Marcus Fontoura, Technical Fellow and Corporate Vice President at Microsoft, CTO for Azure Core, walks…
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Episode 154: Starting a Pentesting Company on Top of Bug Bounty
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Episode 154: In this episode of Critical Thinking - Bug Bounty Podcast Joseph and Brandyn talk through the transition from Bug Bounty hunting to Pentesting. We cover diversifying income streams, the challenges of pricing for Pentests, legal considerations, and what Bug Hunters can bring to the Pentesting world Follow us on twitter at: https://x.com…
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Disconnect to Reconnect: Lessons from Marlow Campbell
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Marlow Campbell is a dynamic leader, coach, and entrepreneur whose journey began on the soccer fields of Raleigh, North Carolina. A former collegiate soccer star at NC State and the first North Carolina homegrown athlete to receive a full scholarship from legendary coach George Tarantini, Marlow's life is a testament to building relationships, embr…
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I walk my dogs three times a day. Same times. Every single day. It started once. Now it's a tradition. My dogs look at me like it's the law. Traditions aren't just for holidays. They're the secret sauce that makes life special all year long. But somebody has to make them. My neighbor Janice spends weeks decorating her house for Christmas. She's not…
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Send us a text NARRATOR: It’s Christmas Eve at the Metropolitan Museum of Toys and Childhood Artifacts— after the last visitor has gone, after the gift-shop lights click off, after the lobby wreath stops smelling like “busy” and starts smelling like “quiet.” [SFX: KEY RING JINGLE. DOOR CLICKS. FOOTSTEPS ON TILE.] NIGHT WATCHMAN (GENTLE, CONTENT): A…
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"Direction often emerges not from knowing what you want, but from finally admitting what you don’t." - Ken Woodward The Inquisitive Almanack: 2026 Edition closes the year with something Curated Questions has never quite done before—an affectionate, slightly irreverent, and deeply thoughtful almanack for the inner life. Inspired by Benjamin Franklin…
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Shining A Light On The Darkness Of Grief
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Grief. One of the things that connects us all. Never welcome, rarely seen coming but the depths grief strikes in us rarely passes anyone over. When it strikes it throws your center of gravity completely out of any sense of what was solid ground and while we all have or will experience grief it is deeply personal at the same time. We wanted to talk …
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158 - What causes us to blame ourselves (or others)?
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As we continue to explore the common thinking errors, the little trip-ups in the way that we think, our episode this time explores Personalisation. Personalisation happens when we blame ourselves for things that are really outside our control. We did not plan this episode for our Christmas one, but what a lucky coincidence, as you may experience a …
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Reddit called me trash... and I’m still here (how I got over my fear of criticism)
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Have you ever been too afraid to put yourself out there for fear of what people might say? Yeah…me too. Especially when I searched my own business on Reddit and found a thread calling me a snake (Word of advice - DON’T do what I did, unless you have thick skin).... In this episode of Creative Business Real Talk, I’m getting honest about the fear of…
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How the World’s Leading AI-First Fashion House Flips the Cash Flow Equation - with Diarra Bousso
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Diarra Bousso returns to Beyond the Prompt to share how she's reprogramming the fashion industry using AI, math, and a relentless spirit of experimentation. From selling AI-generated products before they exist to cutting out waste and wait times, she walks us through a radical new approach to design and operations. She explains how her team uses sc…
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I used to be that guy wandering Walmart on Christmas Eve at midnight looking for a toaster. One year I stopped and looked around. There were a bunch of us. All guys. All looking lost in the kitchen section. The employees were looking at us with pity. That's when I decided never again. Decision-making is one of your most powerful personal growth too…
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How do our emotions influence creativity?
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Today we felt a little down, so we went out for dessert — because for us, dessert is a kind of therapy that always works. 🍰✨ We talk about our emotions and how they influence our creativity. We reflect on communication and how it can shift a dynamic and create a safe space to be yourself — and for others to feel safe around you. We also talk about …
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Home for Christmas; wonderful family news; the eternal in the everyday. Reading: 'Walking Home' (Merion West, 2025), by Joseph Hunter
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What sparked your curiosity in this episode? Please send your musings... Where in the world are listeners located? Listen to this micro episode to find out! Support the show Thanks to Chloe Clayton - @clomyster on Instagram for creating the music for this podcast. Please remember to follow so that you stay up to date with monthly episodes from 'Cre…
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Send us a text NARRATOR: It’s Christmas Eve at the Metropolitan Museum of Toys and Childhood Artifacts— after the last visitor has gone, after the gift-shop lights click off, after the lobby wreath stops smelling like “busy” and starts smelling like “quiet.” [SFX: KEY RING JINGLE. DOOR CLICKS. FOOTSTEPS ON TILE.] NIGHT WATCHMAN (GENTLE, CONTENT): A…
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Ever feel stuck not knowing what you want next year? I'm sharing the brain science behind getting unstuck and excited about 2026. It starts with exploring possibilities without commitment. No announcements, no pressure. Just curiosity. Once you find something interesting, your anticipation engine kicks in. That's when everything changes. I'll show …
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Send us a text This episode begins with the night watchmen engaged in conversation with Rubik's Cube. NIGHT WATCHMAN: Mr. cube, I want the museum-tour version of how to start. RUBIK’S CUBE: Very well. Rule one: Choose one face to become your “home.” Many begin with white—because it is easy to recognize. But any color will do. RUBIK’S CUBE: Rule two…
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Episode #516: China’s AI Moment, Functional Code, and a Post-Centralized World
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In this episode, Stewart Alsop sits down with Joe Wilkinson of Artisan Growth Strategies to talk through how vibe coding is changing who gets to build software, why functional programming and immutability may be better suited for AI-written code, and how tools like LLMs are reshaping learning, work, and curiosity itself. The conversation ranges fro…
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Justin McRoberts: Mortality, Meaning, and Giving Away Everything You've Got
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Justin McRoberts, musician, pastor, and author of "It's What You Make of It," shares how confronting death early in life shaped his approach to creativity and faith. Having attended over 20 funerals by age 25, McRoberts explains why understanding mortality is essential to living fully and why the cultural narrative of imperviousness keeps people fr…
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Creativity, Marketing Effectiveness and the Cost of Short-Termism: Effie Awards Trends
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Marketing effectiveness is under pressure as short-term metrics continue to shape decision-making. Recorded at the Effie Awards South Africa as part of The Lead Creative Effies Series, this conversation with Gillian Rightford, Effie Awards South Africa Lead and ACA Executive Director, revisits the long-term cost of short-term thinking, now viewed t…
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612: How to Have More Hope with Dr. Julia Garcia
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In this episode, Dr. Julia Garcia explains why hope is a habit and why it is critical for us to remove what blocks hope. She describes what happens inside teams when leaders lose hope, including "the culture that creates, the burnout that leads to, the discouragement and defeat." Julia shows how unprocessed emotions drain leaders even when they app…
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Transform Anxiety into Creative Fuel: Insights from Josh Pais
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Josh Pais is an acclaimed Hollywood actor recognized for his dynamic performances alongside icons like Scorsese, Denzel, and Jennifer Aniston. Beyond his storied film career, Josh is the creator of the Committed Impulse method—a revolutionary approach empowering leaders and creatives to overcome fear, access their full presence, and perform at thei…
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Rethinking Journalling: Calm, Creativity, and the Power of Visual Reflection In this episode of reThink, Nicki Hambleton is joined by educator, coach, and podcast host Kim Cofino for a reflective conversation about journalling, not as a writing habit, but as a visual, calming practice. Kim shares how journalling supported her through a demanding ye…
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Stan Lai, Playwright, Director, Author of CreativitRy
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Today we’re honored to welcome Stan Lai, one of the world’s most celebrated playwrights and theatre directors. He has been called by one critic ‘the major contemporary Asian playwright of his time, perhaps of all time’ and by the BBC ‘the best Chinese-language playwright and director in the world’. Stan's Website @Stanlai99 on Instagram Stan on You…
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You've set goals before and watched them fall apart six months later. Maybe you thought you had a solid foundation. Maybe you didn't. I'm pulling from 25 years of coaching experience and thousands of hours working with people just like you. What I've learned is this: you need a peaceful base before you chase any goal. Six domains of life that have …
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Send us a text NARRATOR (WARM, LOW): Welcome to Celebrate Creativity… and Conversations with Toys. This episode is VIEW-MASTER: CLICK INTO WONDER. This podcast is a dramatization that blends historical research with fiction, satire, and imagined conversations between people, toys, and other objects. It is not a documentary and not professional advi…
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A Model for Collaborative Planning with Lewis Sargent and Matthew Lee
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For show notes, links, and a summary episode, sign up for the Hey! What You Reading For newsletter. Mondays at 7am BST - https://tdape.beehiiv.com/subscribe For maths curriculum questions contact us here or via support@alta-educ…
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Send us a text NIGHT WATCHMAN (reading): “Betsy Wetsy. Vintage baby doll. A ‘practice baby’—a caretaking toy reflecting changing ideas about childhood play and domestic life…” NARRATOR: He pauses, as if the next line might argue back. NIGHT WATCHMAN (continuing): “Please do not touch the exhibits.” That last part—I wrote myself. [SFX: Another tiny …
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Episode #515: Simple Thinking for Complex Worlds: Plasma Physics, Rockets, and Reality Checks
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In this episode of the Crazy Wisdom podcast, host Stewart Alsop talks with Umair Siddiqui about a wide range of interconnected topics spanning plasma physics, aerospace engineering, fusion research, and the philosophy of building complex systems, drawing on Umair’s path from hands-on plasma experiments and nonlinear physics to founding and scaling …
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Hamza Walker and Henriette Huldisch on “Creativity in the Crosshairs”
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Curators Hamza Walker of The Brick in LA and Henriette Huldisch of the Walker in Minneapolis join Alexis Lowry to explore how art persists among censorship and political divide. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy Atlantic Re:think and Hauser & Wirth
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From Oakley to ASICS, Amy Miller has made a career out of helping people find happiness at work. As the brand’s Director of People Capability, Culture & Global Engagement, she joins Shady Characters to talk about leadership, purpose, and how a 102-year-old Big Bear cabin, a VW van named Goldie, and a Japanese philosophy called Ikigai all tie into b…
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My mom broke her hip at almost 94. You know what she said from the hospital bed? "I guess I needed a new adventure. I just wish I had finished cleaning my house." Then she asked if the cute physical therapist gives baths. Today I'm sharing what my mom's chili dog obsession taught me about what really drives us. Plus, the one question I asked my coa…
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