Best Geeks Aside Podcasts (2025)

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Ep 65: Christmas Special, 2025 Wrap-up 33:50

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Send us a text We put our reputation on the line and asked an AI to grade our 2025 predictions. The result? A solid A. But we aren't resting on our laurels. In this festive special of The Innovation Room, the Geeks senior leadership team looks ahead to what 2026 holds for business leaders. We explore why modular neural networks will change how we u…

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Ep 64: AI is exposing Zombie Businesses: A wake-up call for leaders 39:59

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Send us a text Some businesses are scaling with AI. Others are just… surviving. In this episode of #TheInnovationRoom, Lindsay Jessup sits down with Matt Bennett to uncover the warning signs of a zombie business — and what today’s leaders must do to avoid becoming one. From AI bans to leadership denial, they explore: - Why some companies are sleepw…

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Ep 63: Navigating the Chaotic Landscape of AI Implementation 32:14

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Send us a text AI is reshaping business at lightning speed, but the journey’s not without some twists, turns, and team tensions. In Episode 63 of #TheInnovationRoom, "Navigating the Chaotic Landscape of AI Implementation," Lindsay Jessup, CEO, and Dehan Matthee, Director of Operations at Geeks, break down how to turn AI’s wild ride into a strategic…

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Ep 62: How to practically and scalably uncover high-impact AI opportunities 29:57

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Send us a text Struggling to know where AI fits in your business? You’re not alone. CEOs and leaders everywhere are under pressure to invest in AI, but where to start and how, is the main challenge for many. In Episode 62 of #TheInnovationRoom, "How to Practically and Scalably Uncover High-Impact AI Opportunities," Lindsay Jessup sits down with Lau…

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Ep 61: Where AI Meets Advisory for Global Expansion with Andrew Fahey 31:47

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Send us a text 🎧 AI meets advisory: The secret sauce for global expansion What happens when cutting-edge tech meets expert advice? The result is a smarter, faster way to scale your business across borders. In Episode 61 of The Innovation Room, titled "Where AI Meets Advisory for Global Expansion", Andrew Fahey, CEO of Briars Group, joins Lindsay Je…

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Ep 60: Christmas Special, 2024 Wrap-up 32:32

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Send us a text What did 2024 teach us about AI, and what does 2025 hold in store? In this festive episode of The Innovation Room, Geeks' senior leadership team Lindsay Jessup, Matt Mehrjardi, and Dehan Matthee discuss their biggest takeaways from 2024 AI advancements and share what excites them most about the future. From small wins to transformati…

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Ep 59: The Future of Leadership with AI, A Paradigm Shift 57:26

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Send us a text What does it mean to create a business that truly serves society? In this episode of The Innovation Room, Sarah Gillard, CEO of Blueprint for Better Business, challenges us to think beyond profit metrics and explore purpose-driven leadership. Her insights on redefining success in an AI-driven world will make you rethink how businesse…

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Ep 58: Preparing for AI in Action Part 2: The AI Adoption Framework 39:23

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Send us a text In this episode, Lindsay Jessup, CEO of Geeks, speaks with CTO Matt Mehrjardi about the Geeks AI Adoption Framework, which delivers sustainable and strategic AI adoption. From understanding your data readiness to aligning AI with your North Star goals, Matt shares insights on how to avoid AI adoption missteps and turn innovation into…

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Ep 57: Preparing for AI in Action Part 1: When to Take Action with AI and When to Hold Fire 27:12

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Send us a text When should you take action with AI, and when should you hold back? In Episode 57 of The Innovation Room, “Preparing for AI in Action Part 1: When to Take Action with AI and When to Hold Fire,” Matt Mehrjardi, CTO of Geeks, joins Lindsay Jessup, CEO of Geeks, to explore one of the most critical challenges businesses face today: decid…

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Ep 56: The Future of General Practice: How AI is Shaping Health Outcomes and the Journey to 100+ 1:02:11

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Send us a text Ever wondered how AI is shaping the future of healthcare? It's more than you might think. In Episode 56 of The Innovation Room, titled 'The Future of General Practice: How AI is Shaping Health Outcomes and the Journey to 100+,' Dr. Seun Bakare, Clinical Lead GP for Urgent Care joins Lindsay Jessup, CEO of Geeks to discuss the groundb…

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M03: Mallory and the Ghost Cat! 1:07:14

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We're wrapping up our season with our third mystery, this time focused on a mysterious white cat that might be a ghost or might not be a ghost or may be a reincarnated version of a cat referenced in the letters of a previous occupant. It's another mystery that might not be much of a mystery after all! Follow us! Instagram and Twitter: @generationbs…

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Episode 051: Stacey's Ex-Best Friend! 1:24:02

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Stacey is dealing with the realization that she and Laine have grown apart and what that means for their friendship after Laine comes to visit Stoneybrook. It's a difficult situation all around and our girls (including Laine) could've handled it better. And it all ends with a pretty brutal letter from Stacey to Laine, essentially calling it quits o…

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Episode 050: Dawn's Big Date! 1:12:03

1+ y ago1:12:03

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Dawn's focused on Logan's cousin Lewis coming to visit because she needs to get a boyfriend (out of nowhere), but despite Lewis seemingly knowing and liking the real Dawn, she decides to change everything about herself, only to realize by the end of the book that she should just be herself. And in the B-plot this book, we have a huge content warnin…

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Ep 55: AI and the Future of Patient Engagement with Tia Cheang 43:59

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Send us a text Welcome to Episode 55 of The Innovation Room, where we explore the cutting-edge advancements in healthcare with Tia Cheang, Chief Data & Analytics Officer. In this episode, Tia shares her insights on how AI is revolutionising patient engagement and transforming healthcare delivery. In This Episode: • Tia's unique journey from NHS to …

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SS07: Snowbound! 1:45:54

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We're joined by artist extraordinaire, Rosie Shaw, to discuss the various adventures and misadventures of our girls when a snowstorm of the century hits Stoneybrook with tons of warning that no-one heeds. The parents make a lot of dubious choices when it comes to the girls and their predicaments, but it wouldn't be a BSC super special without some …

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M02: Beware, Dawn!! 1:10:52

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We're back with our new season and second mystery! The kids in Stoneybrook decide to elect Sitter of the Month, which goes about as well as usual when our girls compete, but this time there's someone playing pranks on all of them... except Kristy. There are many mysteries throughout that we discuss and unpack, but it's no mystery how excited we are…

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Ep 54: Exploring AI & Tech in Construction, with Rob Candler 46:55

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Send us a text When thinking about adopting new software technologies or AI, the construction sector might not be top of mind. In episode 54 of #TheInnovationRoom, Exploring AI & Tech in Construction, we'll delve into this sector. Join host Lindsay Jessup, CEO of Geeks, and Rob Candler, CEO of Fixatex, for a conversation about the challenges and op…

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EM026: Emergency Meeting - Announcing our next season! 2:12

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Kate and Lauryn check in to provide an update on when our next season returns! We'll be back with new episodes starting Tuesday, July 2, with more episodes to follow every two weeks through July and August. We're so happy to be back and to share more books with all of you! Follow us! Instagram and Twitter: @generationbsc Contact us! E-mail: generat…

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Ep 53: Human Anxiety Triggered by AI, with Philip Karahassan 48:15

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Send us a text As we steer through the digital era, the integration of AI can be a thrilling yet daunting challenge. Navigate this journey with clarity in Episode 53 of The Innovation Room: "Human Anxiety Triggered by AI". Join host Somayeh Aghnia and psychotherapist Philip Karahassan for a deep dive into the emotional currents of AI adoption. Unde…

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Ep 52: The Story of You and AI: Mastering Storytelling in Business with Lazar Dzamic 40:30

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Send us a text Is your business story getting lost in the noise? Master the art of storytelling in the age of AI with the latest episode of our podcast "The Story of You and AI: Mastering Storytelling in Business" Join Somayeh Aghnia as she dives deep with branding & storytelling guru, Lazar Dzamic on why compelling narratives are essential for bus…

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Episode 51:‌ The Future of Legal with AI, with Paul Madden 57:58

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Send us a text The legal sector is going to face a massive disruption with AI. But is it an existential threat... or an opportunity? The latest episode of The Innovation Room podcast dives into the future of legal services in an AI-powered world. Somayeh Aghnia sat with Paul Madden, Chief Marketing and Client Experience Officer at MAPD Group, to ex…

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EM025: Emergency Meeting - It's no April fool! 19:57

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Hello, friends!! Kate and Lauryn are checking in with you all after a long and unexpected break. We're here with an update on what's been going on, what we've been doing, and what we're planning for the future of Generation BSC. Long story short, we're in it for the long haul and will be back soon with our next season. We've missed you all and can'…

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Episode 50: The Future of Hospitals with AI 45:19

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Send us a text What if AI could give healthcare professionals more 'time to care'? Hear from Barry Frostick (CDIO of Mid and South Essex ICB) and Mark Thomas (CDIO of BLMK ICB) as they discuss "The Future of Hospitals with AI" with Somayeh Aghnia in Episode 50 of #TheInnovationRoom podcast. They cover how AI can drive efficiency, enable preventativ…

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Episode 49: Future of Real Estate with AI, with Emilia Cardamone 52:02

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Send us a text With AI, your office is about to get a mind of its own. Join Somayeh Aghnia and Emilia Cardamone in The Innovation Room as they explore how AI can transform the Future of Real Estate. From optimising space usage to personalising the office experience, AI is unlocking exciting possibilities for the future of work. But is AI the key to…

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Episode 48: Future of the UK economy with AI with Roger Martin-Fagg 37:06

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Send us a text Curious about the future of the UK economy? In the latest episode of The Innovation Room, we explore the "Future of the UK economy with AI". Our special guest, Roger Martin-Fagg, a renowned behavioural economist and Somayeh Aghnia, delve into the dynamics of labour markets, productivity puzzles, and how AI is the UK's way of getting …

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Episode 47: Future of Medicine with AI, with Adam Pennycuick 49:37

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Send us a text The Innovation Room: Can AI remedy healthcare? On the latest episode of The Innovation Room, Somayeh Aghnia explores with oncologist and cancer researcher of UCL, Adam Pennycuick whether AI marks a revolution or evolution in medicine. They examine AI's role in transforming healthcare from reactive to predictive, unlocking preventativ…

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Episode 46 - Future of Tourism with AI 47:48

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Send us a text How can AI enable hyper-personalised and cost-effective travel experiences? Join Somayeh Aghnia and Kate Ross, MD at eight&four in Episode 46 of The Innovation Room as they explore the "Future of Tourism with AI". Kate Ross predicts AI will make tailored, luxury trips accessible to more people. But can tech ever replace the joy of hu…

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Episode 45 - Future of Retail with AI 49:10

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Send us a text Is AI set to revolutionise retail? On the latest episode of The Innovation Room, "Future of Retail with AI", Somayeh Aghnia chats with Paul Kerrison Director of Engineering and Architecture at Dunelm about how artificial intelligence could transform the sector. They explore rising customer expectations, the digital divide between lar…

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Episode 44 - Future of Schools with AI: Part 3 - Experiences 54:33

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Send us a text Could AI be the secret sauce for radically reimagining schools? On the latest episode of The Innovation Room podcast, Somayeh Aghnia and Laura Knight had the third and final part of the discussion of "Future of Schools with AI". The focus of this part is "Experiences". They talk about focusing education on developing critical human s…

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Re-Read 017: Mary Anne and the Bad Luck Mystery! 1:11:19

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In honor of Halloween, we're doing a re-read episode where we revisit our discussion of Mary Anne and the Bad Luck Mystery - one of our first spooky books! Follow us! Instagram and Twitter: @generationbsc Follow Kelly and It's a Clue! Instagram: @stitchykelly and @itsacluepodcast Contact us! E-mail: [email protected] Generation BSC logo creat…

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Episode 43 - Future of Schools with AI: Part 2 - Constraints 42:38

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Send us a text Should schools ban or embrace AI in the classroom? A complex debate unfolds in Episode 43 of The Innovation Room where Laura Knight and Somayeh Aghnia examine AI's role in the classroom. Some advocate banning AI over ethical concerns, however, students use AI freely outside school. Join the discussion in "Future of Schools with AI: P…

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Re-Watch 11: Emergency Meeting - Netflix Season Two, Episode Four: Jessi and the Superbrat! 44:32

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As promised after our discussion last week, we're revisiting our discussion of the Netflix series episode, Jessi and the Superbrat. We'll be back next week, on Halloween, with a Halloween-themed re-read episode and then our season finale will be on November 14 with more details about when we'll be back and about our Patreon. Follow us! Instagram an…

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Episode 42: Future of Schools with AI: Part 1 - Expectations 42:44

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Send us a text Will AI make or break the future of education? Join Somayeh Aghnia, CEO of Geeks and Laura Knight, Senior Consultant at Berkhamsted Schools Group as they navigate the pivotal impact of AI on schools in this episode of The Innovation Room podcast. Laura draws from her frontline experience as an educator to explore how schools can harn…

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Episode 049: Claudia and the Genius of Elm Street! 1:07:48

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Claudia gets a regular babysitting job with a genius child star named Rosie Wilder. Rosie's parents have done a real number on her and she spends all her time taking lessons, practicing, and working (and regurgitating lines from her parents about said career and her life generally). It's a real contrast with the home life of our Superbrat Derek Mas…

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Episode 048: Jessi's Wish! 1:00:44

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It's the volunteering book! Jessi gets interested in volunteering at Stoneybrook Elementary to keep a club where the kids do good deeds in the community and brings the rest of the BSC along. The SES school club included a girl named Danielle who is recovering from leukemia and who connects with Becca, Charlotte, and Jessi and ends up with a BSC uni…

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Episode 41: The 2050 Horizon 48:48

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Send us a text The future is coming faster than you think. Are you ready for it? Join futurist Jerome Glenn and Somayeh Aghnia, CEO of Geeks, in Episode 41 of The Innovation Room podcast as we explore "The 2050 Horizon" and how AI will transform life and business in the next 10-15 years. Jerome draws on decades of future research to provide a mind-…

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Episode 047: Mallory on Strike! 1:07:31

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Mallory is all about winning a writing competition at Stoneybrook Middle School for Young Authors' Day (that inexplicably has nothing to do with the 8th grade author projects from Mary Anne Misses Logan). Her inability to find time to work on her submission without constant interruption reveals just how far her parentification goes and she finally …

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Episode 40: Dare or Die Bullseye: Future of Business with AI 42:28

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Send us a text Is your business ready for the AI revolution? Join us in The Innovation Room podcast, where we explore how businesses can assess their future with AI. In Episode 40: 'Dare or Die Bullseye: Future of Business with AI', Somayeh Aghnia, CEO of Geeks, is joined by Elliott Prince, Director of Product Design, and Matt Mehrjardi, CTO of Gee…

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M01: Stacey and the Missing Ring! 52:00

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It's our first mystery! And the biggest mystery for us going in was what our mystery episodes might look like and how they might be different from our regular series or super special episodes. Join us to find out just how different this might be as we discuss a so-called "mystery" that maybe isn't so much? Stacey's babysitting when a ring goes miss…

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Episode 39: The Hypothesis of Value 40:01

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Send us a text What is the key to leading organisational change and embracing complexity? Join Somayeh Aghnia, CEO of Geeks, and Sunil Mundra, Org. Change and Transformation Leader, in The Innovation Room podcast where they uncover frameworks and philosophies to build an agile, adaptive business ready for breakthrough growth. In Episode 39: 'The Hy…

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Re-Read! 038 - Kristy's Mystery Admirer!! 1:33:19

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In honor of Kate's original Hodges Solieau artwork from this book, we're doing a re-read episode where we revisit our discussion of the book with our very special guest, Kelly Biscopink, co-host of It's a Clue (which returns with a new season this month)! Follow us! Instagram and Twitter: @generationbsc Follow Kelly and It's a Clue! Instagram: @sti…

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Episode 38: A Recipe for Change 46:32

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Send us a text The biggest challenge is not technology, it is how to get people to engage with it positively. Join our special guest Lee Kingshott, CTO of PAM Group, as he shares his experience in this with Lindsay Jessup, COO of Geeks. In episode 38 of The Innovation Room, "𝗔 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗖𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲," Lindsay and Lee explore integrating emerging technol…

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Episode 046: Mary Anne Misses Logan! 1:03:29

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We were dreading the return of the Mary Anne and Logan ship, but it turns out Logan was kind of a non-entity considering his name is in the title, and Mary Anne is much more level headed and reasonable about missing him on their road to reconciliation. But what we missed in melodrama from Mary Anne, we made up for in spades with Cokie Mason antics,…

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Episode 37: AI Mythbusters & Demystifiers 48:01

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Send us a text Join host Somayeh Aghnia, CEO of Geeks Ltd, and special guest Steph Wright, Head of Scottish AI Alliance, as they debunk myths and demystify the world of artificial intelligence. In episode 37 of The Innovation Room, AI Mythbusters & Demystifiers, we delved into important questions about how businesses should engage with AI. Recognis…

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Re-Watch 10: Emergency Meeting - Netflix Season Two, Episode Eight: Kristy and the Baby Parade!! 1:00:39

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As promised in our last episode, we're revisiting our discussion of the series ( :( ) finale of the Netflix Baby-Sitters Club series to compare and contrast with the book, as we hadn't read the book before that episode aired and we discussed it. We'll see you in two weeks for our next regularly-scheduled episode! Follow us! Instagram and Twitter: @…

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Episode 36: Adapting Behaviours to Embrace Change 46:51

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Send us a text In the first installment of our Summer Podcast Series for the Innovation Room: 'AI; Return on Change' we explore the behaviour adaptions needed to embrace change. Our #Geeks CEO, Somayeh speaks with behavioural science expert Richard Shotton. Richard discusses the challenges businesses face when undergoing strategic changes, stressin…

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Episode 045: Kristy and the Baby Parade! 1:03:11

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It's the book where everyone's obsessed with babies! Our girls take an infant care class and are immediately inundated with jobs sitting for babies, which coincides with the bi-annual baby parade in Stoneybrook. The Baby-Sitters Club decides to enter a float and it goes disastrously, but they ultimately learn that communication is key to success. T…

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Episode 35: The Spaces Between Now & Next 39:09

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Send us a text As the last instalment of our "Shape-shifters" series, join Daniel Strode, a culture and innovation evangelist who sits with Somayeh Aghnia in The Innovation Room to explore change and shaping strategies in an ever-evolving world. In episode 35, The Spaces Between Now & Next, Somayeh and Daniel delve into the challenges of collaborat…

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SS06: New York, New York! 1:22:36

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Summer Semester has arrived and we're back with a new super special! We're joined by YA librarian, Crissy Varnell of the Chattanooga Public Library, to discuss another two-week vacation from school for our babysitters, this time with a trip for all of them to New York City, inspired by Claudia's desire to attend a specific art school during the bre…

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Episode 34: Riding the Wave of Change 42:46

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Send us a text Andrew Lloyd, Managing Director of Search Acumen sits with Somayeh Aghnia, CEO of Geeks, to delve into the top things leaders need to know when adopting AIin Episode 34 of our ‘Shape-shifters’ series, "Riding the Wave of Change". As the 5th podcast instalment of our ‘Shape-shifters’ series, Andrew shares his advice for business leade…