Best Adam Ismael Podcasts (2025)

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155. Art, Beauty & Imagination: Is It In The AI Of The Beholder? / Carl De Jager 1:02:20

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Today I have the pleasure of speaking with a dear friend and one of the most extraordinary Realist Painters of our generation, Carl de Jager. Born and raised in South Africa, Carl is a fine artist and co-founder of The Realist Painter, a project that delivers painting and drawing workshops across multiple European locations including Greece, Spain,…

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154. The Search For Meaning, Creativity & Distinctiveness In An Age Of AI / Dr Tomas Chamorro Premuzic 1:06:40

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In today’s episode, I speak with Dr. Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic - Chief Innovation Officer at ManpowerGroup, Professor of Business Psychology at University College London and Columbia University, co-founder of deepersignals.com, and an associate at Harvard’s Entrepreneurial Finance Lab. Tomas is the author of 12 books, including Why Do So Many Incompe…

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153. On Interbeing: AI, Synthetic Relationships & The Cosmic Unconscious / Dr Aaron Balick 1:01:02

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Today I have the absolute pleasure of being in conversation with a very dear friend, Dr Aaron Balick. A long-time companion of the podcast, Aaron is an internationally recognised psychotherapist, keynote speaker, author, and business and media consultant who applies depth-psychology to help people better understand themselves, business, and culture…

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152. Is AI Coming For Your Job? Human Agency & The Future Of Work / Adam Hawkins 1:07:30

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In this episode, I speak with Adam Hawkins – a Recruitment Industry Advisor, Strategic International Sales Leader and Non-Executive Director at LinkedIn. A strategic thought leader and keynote speaker, Adam partners with the recruitment industry to shape talent solutions that augment opportunities on offer for workers in a dynamic, fast-changing wo…

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151. Shifting Consciousness: Introspection, Collective Action & Recognising Our Inherent Interdependence / Caroline Chubb Calderon 55:19

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Today, I’m delighted to speak with a truly exceptional guest - Caroline Chubb Calderon. A strategic advisor, futurist, humanist and executive “future coach”, Caroline is one of these remarkable leaders whose expertise and skill are deeply rooted in the ground of compassion, care and love for the living world. Devoted to reimagining the future of hu…

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150. On AI & Society: Does More Data Mean Better Decisions? / Caroline Carruthers 1:02:57

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In this episode, I speak with Caroline Carruthers, an award-winning data expert and co-founder of global data consultancy Carruthers and Jackson. She was one of the first women to take on the role of Chief Data Officer in the UK public sector for Network Rail and has worked across multiple industries to build data capability from the ground up, del…

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149. Navigating The Complexities of AI: Ethics, Data Quality & Critical Thinking / Ismael Kherroubi Garcia 1:10:20

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Today I have the pleasure of interviewing Ismael Kherroubi Garcia, the Founder & CEO of Kairoi, the AI Ethics & Research Governance Consultancy; the Founder of the Responsible Artificial Intelligence Network (RAIN) organised by Fellows of the RSA; and Associate Director of We and AI, promoting AI literacy for social inclusion. Ismael’s work in resp…

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148. The Atomic Human: Democracy, Decision-making & Digital Tyranny / Dr Neil Lawrence 1:18:46

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Today I speak with Neil Lawrence, the inaugural DeepMind Professor of Machine Learning at the University of Cambridge, a senior AI Fellow at The Alan Turing Institute, and visiting Professor of Machine Learning at the University of Sheffield. Co-host of Talking Machines, Neil has over 20 years’ experience in machine learning models, and his technic…

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147. Creativity, Uncertainty & How To Thrive In Volatile Times / Dr Margaret Heffernan 1:02:15

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In this conversation, I speak with Dr. Margaret Heffernan – a renowned entrepreneur, CEO, keynote speaker and author, and professor of Practice at the University of Bath’s School of Management. Having produced programmes for the BBC in the UK for 13 years, Margaret moved to the US where she spearheaded multimedia productions for Intuit, The Learnin…

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146. Solstice Special / Manda Scott & Della Duncan 1:26:33

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As we approach the longest night in the North, I’m delighted to share with you what has become a cherished tradition of reflection, contemplation, and looking ahead to the year to come. In this conversation, I rejoin Manda Scott and Della Duncan for a collaborative midwinter offering from myself, Accidental Gods, and the Upstream Podcast. From the …

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145. Is AI Stripping Our Rights To Liberty, Privacy & Self-determination? / Joanna Kavenna 1:07:01

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In this final episode of the season, I speak with Joanna Kavenna - an English novelist, essayist and travel writer of Welsh extraction, who has written six books which explore themes of history, travel, reality and society. Having grown up in Britain, and lived in the US, France, Germany, China, Sri Lanka, Scandinavia, Italy and the Baltic states, …

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144. How To Harness AI In Business: On Risk, Responsibility & Resilience / Elliott Young 48:58

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This week, I’m speaking with Elliott Young, the Chief Technology Officer at Dell Technologies for EMEA, whose role focuses on supporting chief experience officers in leveraging Generative AI for business results. Having been a pilot, a solutions architect, and a consultant, he now leads the development of cutting-edge AI and multicloud strategies t…

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143. Organisational Resilience: Embracing Change, Learning & Transformation / Tami Rosen 55:36

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Today I’m in conversation with Tami Rosen - a recognised thought leader, influencer and senior executive in HR, who has spent her career transforming the impact of Human Resources as a senior executive for some of the world’s most recognized companies, including Goldman Sachs, Apple, Luminar Technologies, Atlassian, and, most recently, Pagaya, wher…

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142. Transforming Our Future: Asabiya, Biophilia & Radical Revolt / Roman Krznaric 1:08:36

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This week, I have the pleasure of interviewing Roman Krznaric, a social philosopher, writer, and public intellectual who writes about the power of ideas to create change. A former political scientist, Roman has become a leading voice in the realm of practical philosophy, urging individuals and societies to prioritise future generations in our decis…

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141. The Deluge: On Literature, Science & The Art of Hope / Stephen Markley 1:05:03

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On this episode of In Conversation, I speak with Stephen Markley – an American journalist, screenwriter and author whose gripping novels explore the tangled political, economic and environmental issues we face across the world today. Born and raised in Mount Vernon, Ohio, Stephen’s Midwestern roots permeate his writing, and his debut novel, Ohio, g…

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140. Flourishing: Embracing Decay, Accepting Otherness & Loving Under Patriarchy / Rachel Donald 1:13:13

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Today I’m in conversation with Rachel Donald, an investigative journalist and activist dedicated to uncovering the root causes of global crises and advocating for change. With a background in managing international teams and teaching media and journalism at French universities, Rachel’s work focuses on what she terms "climate corruption"—the exploi…

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139. Call Of The Wild: Nature Connection, Mystery & Post-Economic Paradigms / Dr Matthew Zylstra 1:04:08

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Today I speak with Dr Matthew Zylstra, a systems ecologist passionate about deepening the human-nature relationship for the flourishing of people and planet. With an MSc in Environmental Science (2005) and PhD in Conservation Ecology & Sustainability Education (2014), his doctorate research explored how meaningful nature experiences and nature conn…

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138. Dispelling Wetiko: On Initiation, Interbecoming & Collective Transformation / Manda Scott 1:12:37

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Today I have the real pleasure of speaking with a cherished friend and inspiration, Manda Scott. She’s a best-selling author, teacher and host of the fantastic podcast, Accidental Gods, and has written about historical fiction, shamanic practice and emerging, thrutopian futures. A beloved author, perhaps best known for her Boudica: Dreaming series,…

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137. Regenerative Cultures: Birthright & Antidote To The Growth Imperative / Daniel Christian Wahl 1:09:08

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In today’s conversation, I have the privilege of interviewing Daniel Christian Wahl - a distinguished biologist, holistic scientist, and expert in regenerative design. Daniel consults, educates, and advocates globally, working with prominent organisations like Ecover, Lush, and the UK Foresight. With a background as the former director of Findhorn …

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136. Shedding Our Technological Delusions: On Compassion, Agency & Co-Evolution / Dr Tom Chatfield 1:05:34

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For the first episode in Season 13, I’m interviewing Dr Tom Chatfield on his latest book “Wise Animals: How technology has made us what we are" - a poignant, thought-provoking book that explores our shared evolution with the tools and technologies that have come to shape both us, and the world in which we live today. Rather than seeing technology a…

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135. Reckoning: On Solidarity, Transformation & Awakening To Our Deepest Selves / V (formerly Eve Ensler) 1:00:10

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For the last episode of the series, I speak with V (formerly known as Eve Ensler) - distinguished American playwright, performer and feminist, whose work and activism has positively impacted the lives of millions of women and people around the world. Renowned for her infamous play, The Vagina Monologues, a global phenomenon that has been published …

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134. The Evolved Nest: How We Raise Healthy, Wellness-Informed Communities / Darcia Narvaez 1:00:46

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Today, I speak with Darcia Narváez, award-winning author and Professor of Psychology Emerita at the University of Notre Dame. Darcia is the founder of the public and professional educational outreach project The Evolved Nest Initiative, whose nonprofit mission is to share her science research into developing appropriate baselines for lifelong human…

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133. Put Your Money Where Your Life Is: The Power Of Local Economies / Michael Shuman 59:09

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Today I’m in conversation with Michael Shuman - an economist, attorney, author, and entrepreneur, and a leading visionary on community economics. The Director of Local Economy Programs for Neighborhood Associates Corporation, and an Adjunct Professor at Bard Business School in New York City, Michael is also a Senior Researcher for Council Fire and …

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132. Practices For Healing: Indigenous Agroforestry, Creativity & Eco-Arts / Patricia Moguel Viveros 57:34

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Today, I speak with Patricia Moguel Viveros - an ecologist and environmental educator, and the co-founder of the NGO Etnoecologia A.C. An expert on issues of sustainable community development, agroecology, resilience and environmental education, Patricia received her Master of Science in Environmental and Sustainable Development Studies from Nation…

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131. How To Thrive In Challenging Times: On Beauty, Purpose & Longing / Bill Liao 1:03:18

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Today I speak with Bill Liao, Chinese-Australian-Irish entrepreneur, author, investor and philanthropist who has left an indelible mark on the business, social and sustainability sectors. With a diverse career spanning decades, Bill is not only the co-founder of the popular CoderDojo movement (a free global network formed to assist young people wit…

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155. Art, Beauty & Imagination: Is It In The AI Of The Beholder? / Carl De Jager 1:02:20

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154. The Search For Meaning, Creativity & Distinctiveness In An Age Of AI / Dr Tomas Chamorro Premuzic 1:06:40

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153. On Interbeing: AI, Synthetic Relationships & The Cosmic Unconscious / Dr Aaron Balick 1:01:02

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152. Is AI Coming For Your Job? Human Agency & The Future Of Work / Adam Hawkins 1:07:30

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151. Shifting Consciousness: Introspection, Collective Action & Recognising Our Inherent Interdependence / Caroline Chubb Calderon 55:19

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150. On AI & Society: Does More Data Mean Better Decisions? / Caroline Carruthers 1:02:57

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149. Navigating The Complexities of AI: Ethics, Data Quality & Critical Thinking / Ismael Kherroubi Garcia 1:10:20

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148. The Atomic Human: Democracy, Decision-making & Digital Tyranny / Dr Neil Lawrence 1:18:46

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147. Creativity, Uncertainty & How To Thrive In Volatile Times / Dr Margaret Heffernan 1:02:15

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146. Solstice Special / Manda Scott & Della Duncan 1:26:33

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145. Is AI Stripping Our Rights To Liberty, Privacy & Self-determination? / Joanna Kavenna 1:07:01

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144. How To Harness AI In Business: On Risk, Responsibility & Resilience / Elliott Young 48:58

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143. Organisational Resilience: Embracing Change, Learning & Transformation / Tami Rosen 55:36

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142. Transforming Our Future: Asabiya, Biophilia & Radical Revolt / Roman Krznaric 1:08:36

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141. The Deluge: On Literature, Science & The Art of Hope / Stephen Markley 1:05:03

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140. Flourishing: Embracing Decay, Accepting Otherness & Loving Under Patriarchy / Rachel Donald 1:13:13

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139. Call Of The Wild: Nature Connection, Mystery & Post-Economic Paradigms / Dr Matthew Zylstra 1:04:08

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138. Dispelling Wetiko: On Initiation, Interbecoming & Collective Transformation / Manda Scott 1:12:37

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137. Regenerative Cultures: Birthright & Antidote To The Growth Imperative / Daniel Christian Wahl 1:09:08

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136. Shedding Our Technological Delusions: On Compassion, Agency & Co-Evolution / Dr Tom Chatfield 1:05:34

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135. Reckoning: On Solidarity, Transformation & Awakening To Our Deepest Selves / V (formerly Eve Ensler) 1:00:10

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134. The Evolved Nest: How We Raise Healthy, Wellness-Informed Communities / Darcia Narvaez 1:00:46

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133. Put Your Money Where Your Life Is: The Power Of Local Economies / Michael Shuman 59:09

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132. Practices For Healing: Indigenous Agroforestry, Creativity & Eco-Arts / Patricia Moguel Viveros 57:34

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131. How To Thrive In Challenging Times: On Beauty, Purpose & Longing / Bill Liao 1:03:18