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The Innovation Show

by Aidan McCullen

"The Emperor is Naked", calling stuff out. A global show for square pegs in round holes: changemakers, mavericks, #entrepreneurs, #startups, #investors, #innovators. #DigitalDisruption, #DigitalMedia, #IoT, #Edtech, #Fintech, #businessmodels, #Ai, #disruption presented by @aidanmccullen. Guests include Seth Godin, Scott Galloway, Prof Susan Greenfield, Ash Maurya, Nir Eyal, Whitney Johnson, Colm Lyon, Dominic Frisby.

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Episodes

  1. EP 670 Alexander Osterwalder on the Value Stack: 6 Patterns of Value Creation

    "Nintendo unlocked a completely underserved market by simplifying the game console." Alexander Osterwalder Alexander Osterwalder returns to The Innovation Show with a world first. The co-founder of Strategyzer and creator of the Business Model Canvas shares the Value Stack, a brand new tool built...

  2. EP 669 Alex Osterwalder: How to Use AI to Augment Value Proposition Design (Without Creating AI Slop)

    "If there's something that's terrible, it's this fuzzy value proposition with AI slop." Alex Osterwalder, co-founder of Strategyzer and inventor of the Business Model Canvas, returns to The Innovation Show with a field report on AI value proposition design. A few weeks ago he argued that AI…

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  3. How to Get Leadership to Back Your Idea Robert Burgelman on Intel

    "You know how I know what the real culture of a company is? [Two] things. Who gets the money and who gets promoted." Robert Burgelman, the Edmund W. Littlefield Professor of Management at Stanford Graduate School of Business and author of Strategy is Destiny and Inside Corporate Innovation…

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  4. EP 667: David Bland on DuPont, Qnity and the Power of Assumptions Mapping

    "A good idea and a bad idea look very similar early on." David J Bland David Bland, founder of Precoil and lead author of Testing Business Ideas with Alex Osterwalder, helped DuPont and its semiconductor spin-off Qnity build an experimentation capability that surfaces risk early and speeds up...

  5. Ep 666: Shuo Chen — Fractional Founders, Frontier Firms and Why Enterprise Data Is AI's Gold

    "They don't quit their job cold turkey. That's not what I've observed firsthand." Only twelve companies have ever been worth more than a trillion dollars. Ten of them are American. Eight of those ten were started fractionally, by people who were still in a job or still in school when they built…

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  6. EP 665 Paul Nunes — Motorola, Combinatorial Innovation and the Treasure in the Trash

    "When's the last time you thought about your suppliers as your partner in innovation?" Paul Nunes, co-author of Jumping the S-Curve, Big Bang Disruption and Pivot to the Future, returns to talk to Aidan McCullen about the companies that come back from the dead. Motorola is the case study,...

  7. Dov Baron — The Art of Belonging and Identity Addiction

    "You don't want innovation. What you want is a tweak that won't be too uncomfortable." Dov Baron, five-time Top 30 Global Leadership Guru and author of The Art of Belonging, sits down with Aidan McCullen in Vancouver to explain why identity addiction is the hidden reason behavioural change fails…

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  8. Ep 663: Alex Osterwalder — Why the Core Business Kills Innovation (Explore vs Exploit, Part 3)

    "Exploitation pays your salary. Exploration pays your pension." — Steve Blank In Part 3 of The Innovation Show's Strategyzer series, Alex Osterwalder returns to tackle the problem every leadership team quietly struggles with: the core business kills everything that looks different. Building on...

  9. Alex Osterwalder — Value Proposition Design in the Age of AI (Part 2)

    "You're gonna run up a hundred wrong hills, and you're still not gonna get a good understanding of the map." Alexander Osterwalder, co-author of Value Proposition Design and founder of Strategyzer, returns for Part 2 of our series. Last week: which projects to retire. This week: value proposition...

  10. Alex Osterwalder — Which Projects to Fund and Which to Kill

    "Spreadsheets are a fantasy made explicit. They're not a metric. What you can measure is the evidence that the business case could work." Alexander Osterwalder, creator of the Business Model Canvas, CEO of Strategyzer and author of The Invincible Company, Testing Business Ideas and Value...

  11. Michael Raynor on Strategy RAP Model BCE Case Study

    In this episode, Michael Raynor — author of The Strategy Paradox and co-author with Clayton Christensen of The Innovator’s Solution — joins Aidan McCullen to explore why most strategies fail and how leaders can fix them. From the RAP (Resource Allocation Process) model to the real-world case of...

  12. Why Failure Fuels Success with Manu Kapur | The Power of Productive Failure

    What if failure wasn’t the end, but the beginning of real growth? In this episode, Aidan McCullen sits down with Manu Kapur, author of Productive Failure, to explore how struggle, setbacks, and mistakes can actually unlock deep learning, creativity, and adaptability. 🔑 What You’ll Learn in This...

  13. Sangeet Paul Choudary - Reshuffle: Figma Adobe and Just about Everything

    What happens when startups like Figma outpace industry giants like Adobe? In this episode of The Innovation Show, Aidan McCullen sits down with bestselling author Sangeet Paul Choudary (Platform Revolution, Reshuffle) to explore how AI, cloud technology, and mindset shifts are reshaping the…

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  14. Elise Loehnen - On Our Best Behaviour

    We delve into Elise Loehnan's acclaimed book 'On Our Best Behaviour,' exploring the societal and cultural forces shaping women's behaviors and the concept of the 'seven deadly sins.' Elise discusses the ingrained cultural pressures that lead women to self-denial and the impact of patriarchal…

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  15. Steven Gundry - The Gut Brain Paradox

    Unveiling the Gut-Brain Connection: Dr. Steven Gundry on Leaky Gut, Microbiome, and Health In today's episode, we dive deep into the fascinating world of the gut-brain connection with Dr. Steven Gundry, a prolific author and expert on the subject. Starting with a brief introduction about our...

  16. Gary Hamel - Humanocracy Finale Reinventing Roche

    In this episode, we conclude the comprehensive series on Gary Hamel and 'Humanocracy,' diving deep into the principles and practices that can transform entrenched bureaucracies into more dynamic and innovative organizations. Host Aidan interviews Gary Hamel to discuss the persistent issue of...

  17. Joseph L. Bower on Resource Allocation and Strategy

    Joseph L. Bower on Resource Allocation and Strategy "Where you stand depends on where you sit." In this exclusive episode of The Innovation Show, Harvard legend Joseph L. Bower shares the untold story behind his groundbreaking work on Resource Allocation to Strategy — a theory that has shaped...

  18. Gary Hamel - What Matters Now Part 1

    Join us in this insightful episode as we welcome back Gary Hamel, author of 'What Matters Now: How to Win in a World of Relentless Change, Ferocious Competition, and Unstoppable Innovation.' In this episode, Gary discusses his latest book, which provides an agenda for building resilient...

  19. Gary Hamel - The Future of Management Part 2

    Welcome to part two of our enlightening series with special guest, Gary Hamel. In this episode, we dive deep into Hamel's insights from his book and explore the evolution of unconventional management models through case studies of pioneering companies like W.L. Gore & Associates and Google. We...

  20. Gary Hamel - The Future of Management Part 1

    In this insightful episode, Gary Hamel discusses the foundational ideas behind his book, 'The Future of Management.' Delving into the historical context and evolution of management principles, Hamel explores how long-standing conventions, established by early 20th-century theorists like Frederick...

  21. Tom Asacker - Unwinding Want: A Deep Dive into Self-Exploration

    Tom Asacker - Unwinding Want: A Deep Dive into Self-Exploration In this episode of the Innovation Show, the Aidan McCullen dives deep into the hidden forces that control our lives with Tom Asacker, the author of 'Unwinding Want.' Drawing on decades of research, Asacker reveals how unconscious...

  22. Gary Hamel - Leading The Revolution Part 6

    Welcome to the finale episode of our exploration of Gary Hamel's groundbreaking book, 'Leading the Revolution.' In this episode, Gary Hamel joins the discussion to delve into the timeless principles of innovation that have maintained their relevance despite evolving business landscapes. This...

  23. Eric von Hippel - Free User Innovation Part 5

    Welcome to part five of our enlightening series on open innovation and free user innovation, featuring Eric von Hippel. In this episode, we delve deep into the concept of user-driven innovation and explore real-world examples from sports and daily life. Eric recounts the origins of mountain…

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  24. Gary Hamel - Leading the Revolution Part 5

    In this episode of the Innovation Show, Aiden is joined once again by renowned business thinker Gary Hamel. Together, they delve into the transformative insights from Gary's book 'Leading the Revolution.' The discussion explores how deeply embedded principles of innovation and renewal can help...

  25. Gary Hamel - Leading The Revolution Part 4

    Leading the Revolution: Gary Hamel Explores Corporate Innovation and Change In this episode, we're joined by Gary Hamel, the acclaimed author of 'Leading the Revolution.' Gary delves deep into the essence of corporate innovation and the challenges faced by change-makers within organizations. We...

  26. The Legal Boundaries of User Innovation and Patents with Prof. Andrew Torrance

    We welcome Prof. Andrew Torrance, distinguished Professor of Law at the University of Kansas and visiting scholar at MIT, to discuss the complex legal landscape surrounding user innovation and patents. The conversation delves into the freedom and challenges of product innovation, the balance...

  27. Gary Hamel - Leading the Revolution Part 3 Bee Your Own Seer

    Welcome back to part three of 'Leading the Revolution' with the legendary Gary Hamel. In this episode of The Innovation Show, Gary and host Aiden dive deep into two key chapters from Gary's books, exploring the principle of learning to be your own seer and the critical distinction between...

  28. Gary Hamel: Leading the Revolution Part 2 Business Concept Innovation

    In this episode of the Innovation Show, we dive into Chapter 3 of Gary Hamel's influential book, 'Leading the Revolution.' Gary, one of the early proponents of business model generation, discusses the concept of Business Concept Innovation and how it has reshaped industries over the years. We...

  29. Gary Hamel - Leading the Revolution Part 1

    Gary Hamel on Leading the Revolution Part 1 In this episode, renowned business thinker Gary Hamel discusses his book 'Leading the Revolution' with Aidan McCullen, offering an innovative action plan for companies or individuals aiming to stay ahead of the industry. Drawing on successful examples...

  30. Gary Hamel - Competence Based Competition

    In this episode of The Innovation Show, host Aidan McCullen welcomes back esteemed guest Gary Hamel, celebrated business strategist and co-author of the revolutionary article on core competencies. They dive deep into the concept of competence-based competition, discussing the origins, importance,...

  31. Pedro Oliveira: User Innovation in Healthcare

    Pedro Oliveira: User Innovation in Healthcare Welcome to a new series inspired by Eric Von Hippel, and sponsored by Wazoku. In today's episode, we are joined by Professor Pedro Oliveira, founder and president of Patient Innovation, to explore the role of patients and caregivers in developing new...

  32. Gary Hamel - Competing For The Future Part 2

    The Future of Foresight & Innovation: Insights with Gary Hamel | The Innovation Show In this episode, we have the pleasure of welcoming back Gary Hamel, a leading expert in business strategy and management. Host Aidan McCullen and Gary Hamel dive deep into the concept of foresight, stressing the...

  33. Gary Hamel Part 1: Competing for the Future 1

    Gary Hamel Part 1: Competing for the Future 1 In this episode of the Innovation Show, renowned management thinker Gary Hamel discusses his extensive work in the field of organizational transformation and innovation. Reflecting on his early experiences at the University of Michigan and the London...

  34. Paul Nunes and Ian Morrison (R.I.P.) - Navigating Second Curves

    To Ian Morrison, Rest in Peace. In this inaugural episode of 'Innovation Show X,' host Aidan McCullen is joined by renowned guests Ian Morrison and Paul Nunes to discuss navigating the complex landscape of innovation. They explore key concepts from their influential books, 'The Second Curve' and...

  35. Henry Mintzberg - Bedtime Stories for Managers

    Henry Mintzberg - Bedtime Stories for Managers In this episode, our guest is Henry Mintzberg, celebrated management thinker and author of 'Bedtime Stories for Managers.' We explore key themes from his 20th book, which is a collection of insightful essays from his widely read blog. Henry discusses...

  36. Eric von Hippel - Free User Innovation Part 2

    Episode Summary: Eric von Hippel - Free User Innovation (Part 2) Introduction Host Aidan McCullen welcomes back Eric von Hippel for Part 2 of their discussion on Free User Innovation, supported by Wazoku, a company pioneering Total Innovation by connecting people, ideas, and technology. Aidan...

  37. Henry Mintzberg - Rebalancing Society

    Rebalancing Society with Henry Mintzberg: Addressing Imbalances in Politics, Economy, and Community In this episode, Aidan McCullen is joined by renowned business strategist Henry Mintzberg to discuss his book on radical renewal. Mintzberg explores the root causes of our current societal crisis,...

  38. Aidan McCullen - The True Origin of The Innovation Show

    A conversation with Aidan McCullen, host of The Innovation Show and author of 'Undisruptable'. This a re-edited version of Tech Tonic, the world's first AI Thought Show with hosts (and friends) Scott Wolfson and Kes Sampanthar. Each episode, they explore the world of artificial intelligence,...

  39. Are Humans Part of a Superorganism? - Byron Reese Part 1

    In this episode of The Innovation Show, Aiden McCullen interviews Byron Reese, author of 'We Are Agora: How Humanity Functions as a Single Super Organism that Shapes Our World and Our Future.' The discussion delves into Byron's groundbreaking Agora Theory, which suggests that humans may function…

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  40. Corporate Bodies Under Stress: Balancing Immediate Survival and Long-Term Growth

    In this episode of the Thursday Thought, we delve into the intricate balance between immediate survival and long-term growth, drawing parallels between the human body's stress response and corporate strategies. We explore the concept of temporal discounting, the impact of chronic stress on...

  41. Dr. Julia DiGangi - Energy Rising Part 2

    In the second part of our 'Energy Rising' series, host Aiden McCullen welcomes back Dr. Julia DiGangi, a renowned neuropsychologist and author of 'Energy Rising: The Neuroscience of Leading with Emotional Power'. Dr. DiGangi delves into her eight transformative codes designed to help us navigate...

  42. Dr. Julia DiGanji - Energy Rising Part 1

    In this episode, we are joined by neuropsychologist and author Dr. Julia DiGanji, who discusses her book 'Energy Rising: The Neuroscience of Leading with Emotional Power.' Dr. DiGanji reveals eight powerful codes to effectively navigate challenges and shares transformative stories from business...

  43. Stan Deetz Finale - Navigating Organizational Transitions

    Navigating Organizational Transitions with Stan Deetz In this episode, we cap off a brilliant year of growth with the insightful Stan Deetz, author of 'Leading Organizations Through Transitions'. Stan shares his expertise on managing change within organizations, focusing on technological...

  44. Eugene Ivanov and Andrew Binns - Corporate Explorer Fieldbook Finale

    Corporate Explorer Fieldbook Finale: Leadership, AI, and Open Innovation In the concluding episode of the Corporate Explorer Fieldbook series, we reflect on insights and contributions from various industry experts throughout 2024. We'll delve into the necessity of leadership for scaling…

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  45. Charles Handy R.I.P. (1932–2024)

    Honoring Charles Handy: Wisdom on Innovation, Leadership, and Life In this episode, we pay tribute to the late Charles Handy, an influential philosopher, storyteller, and thought leader. The host re-releases a special episode recorded at Handy's London home following his stroke. Despite his...

  46. Steve Kerr - Reward Systems Part 2

    Creating Effective Reward Systems In this episode of The Innovation Show, we welcome back Steve Kerr to discuss how to create positive reward systems within organizations. Steve details the 'bullseye exercise' and emphasizes the importance of defining performance in actionable terms. He shares...

  47. Steve Kerr - Reward Systems: Does Yours Measure Up?

    Fixing Dysfunctional Behaviors in Organizations In this episode, our guest Steve Kerr shares insights from his book on reward systems. He explains how flawed reward systems can lead to irrational behaviors in employees similar to B.F. Skinner's 'blaming the rat' theory. Kerr discusses the...

  48. The Heart of Science Engineering Blueprint with 3M's Jayshree Seth

    Explore how innovative leadership principles and storytelling can transform personal and professional growth with 3M's Chief Science Advocate, Jayshree Seth. In this episode of The Innovation Show, Jayshree shares memorable acrostics and blueprints for success from her trio of books, discusses…

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  49. AI Wars Echoes of Past Tech Battles in the Race for Dominance

    The AI Battle Mirrors Past Format Wars “History never repeats itself, but it does often rhyme.” — Mark Twain [TLDR: This week’s Thursday Thought explores the ongoing battle for AI dominance among tech giants like OpenAI, Anthropic, X, Google, and Microsoft, drawing parallels to historic format…

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  50. Gold Crushes Ants Ill-Fitting Robes and Disruptions Power Redistribution-enhanced-v2-100p

    Gold Crushes Ants, Ill-Fitting Robes and Disruption's Power Redistribution Aidan McCullen: [00:00:00] Gold Crushes Ants, Ill-Fitting Robes and The Power Redistribution of Disruption. Just a brief reminder of what this episode is in case you have not heard it before.. Each week I write a…

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"The Emperor is Naked", calling stuff out. A global show for square pegs in round holes: changemakers, mavericks, #entrepreneurs, #startups, #investors, #innovators. #DigitalDisruption, #DigitalMedia, #IoT, #Edtech, #Fintech, #businessmodels, #Ai, #disruption presented by @aidanmccullen. Guests include Seth Godin, Scott Galloway, Prof Susan Greenfield, Ash Maurya, Nir Eyal, Whitney Johnson, Colm Lyon, Dominic Frisby.

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