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The Brain for Business podcast takes the lessons from evidence-based academic research in the brain, behavioural and organisational sciences - neuroscience, psychology, behavioural economics and more - and brings them to life for a business and organisational audience. Over the series we will speak to a range of neuroscientists, psychologists, behavioural economists, researchers and organisational... more

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Publishes	Twice monthly	Episodes	129	Founded	6 years ago
Number of Listeners		Categories	ManagementSocial SciencesBusinessScience

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Series 3, Episode 30: Do young exceptional performers become adult exceptional performers? With Professor Arne, Arne Güllich, RPTU Kaiserslautern

A 2025 article co-authored by our guest today, sought to answer two critical questions:

* Are exceptional performers at young ages and at later peak performance age largely the same individuals? And

* Do predictors of young exceptional performanc... more

3 Jun 2026 • 30 min

Series 3, Episode 29: Why governance matters, with Professor Tanusree Jain, Copenhagen Business School

A recent online article in the Council on Business & Society Insights, co-authored by our guest today, argued that...

For much of the twentieth century, corporate governance was guided by a simple principal: maximise shareholder value, and broader s... more

13 May 2026 • 29 min • Most popular

Series 3, Episode 28: How can academics better communicate their ideas? With Professor Michael Haenlein, ESCP Business School

The concept of the academic “ivory tower” is often thrown out as a criticism of a detached cohort of university researchers dedicating their lives to examining topics that are of only marginal interest or relevance to those working in the so-called r... more

29 Apr 2026 • 35 min • Most popular

Series 3, Episode 27: Better understanding social entrepreneurship, with Professor Sheila Cannon, Trinity Business School

In the minds of many, entrepreneurship is an inherently capitalist activity – an entrepreneur starts a business and, all going well, it grows and they make money. Yet how does this explain the concept of “social entrepreneurship” and all that it enta... more

8 Apr 2026 • 30 min • Most popular

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Arne Güllich

Professor of Sports Science at RPTU Kaiserslautern

RPTU Kaiserslautern

Episode: Series 3, Episode 30: Do young exceptional performers become adult exceptional performers? With Professor Arne, Arne Güllich, RPTU Kaiserslautern

Tanusree Jain

Professor at Copenhagen Business School, expert on corporate governance and responsible/irresponsible firm behaviors

Copenhagen Business School

Episode: Series 3, Episode 29: Why governance matters, with Professor Tanusree Jain, Copenhagen Business School

Michael Haenlein

Professor of Marketing at ESCP Business School (Paris)

ESCP Business School

Episode: Series 3, Episode 28: How can academics better communicate their ideas? With Professor Michael Haenlein, ESCP Business School

Sheila Cannon

Professor, Associate Professor in social innovation at Trinity Business School

Trinity Business School, Dublin

Episode: Series 3, Episode 27: Better understanding social entrepreneurship, with Professor Sheila Cannon, Trinity Business School

Dmitry Sharapov

Associate Professor of Innovation, Entrepreneurship and Strategy at Imperial College London

Imperial College London

Episode: Series 3, Episode 26: How organisations select ideas, and how they might do it better, with Professor Dmitry Sharapov, Imperial College London

Nick Light

Professor at Lundquist College of Business, University of Oregon

University of Oregon - Lundquist College of Business

Episode: Series 3, Episode 24: Why attitudes toward scientific consensus can be disastrous, with Professor Nick Light, University of Oregon

Daphne Demetry

Associate Professor of Strategy and Organization, Desautels Faculty of Management, McGill University

McGill University

Episode: Series 3, Episode 23: How can we establish optimal distinctiveness? With Professor Daphne Demetry, Desautels Faculty of Management, McGill University

Catherine Deen

Senior lecturer in HR and organization behaviour, UNSW Canberra

University of New South Wales Canberra

Episode: Series 3, Episode 22: Why would anyone be a micromanager? with Professor Catherine Deen, University of New South Wales Canberra

Geoff Mulgan

Professor of Collective Intelligence, Public Policy and Social Innovation at University College London

University College London

Episode: Series 3, Episode 21: Developing a theory of collective stupidity, with Professor Sir Geoff Mulgan, University College London

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Lauren Snell

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 12 ratings

Where science meets business
The podcast does a fantastic of bridging research and practice. The episode with Grace Lordan on using behavioral science to improve workplace inclusion and decision-making was especially insightful. Each conversation makes complex ideas accessible and directly useful for business leaders. Highly recommend!
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Series 3, Episode 30: Do young exceptional performers become adult exceptional performers? With Professor Arne, Arne Güllich, RPTU Kaiserslautern

Q: First question for you. How has the acquisition, if you like, of high performance typically been understood?

Traditional views emphasize early performance and intensive discipline-specific practice, shaping public opinion and elite training programs to select and accelerate young performers.

Series 3, Episode 26: How organisations select ideas, and how they might do it better, with Professor Dmitry Sharapov, Imperial College London

Q: What were your key findings from examining the accelerator case study over several years?

The findings show that making the selection more hierarchical and selective changes both the pool of ideas and the subsequent performance: it raises the average submission quality but increases the likelihood of selection mistakes and overlooks promising ideas; track record and exclusivity can be misleading in fast-moving app ecosystems.

Series 3, Episode 26: How organisations select ideas, and how they might do it better, with Professor Dmitry Sharapov, Imperial College London

Q: So tell me, how do organisations typically select ideas?

Across multinational tech firms and accelerators, selection usually moves from an initial submission pool to screening for focus, then deeper evaluation by other evaluators, often via committees or hierarchical setups, with some firms moving toward faster, more parallel decision-making processes.

Series 3, Episode 5: Are generations a useful concept? With Professor David Costanza, University of Virginia

Q: Are generations a useful concept?

Short answer: no. Generations are a social construct used to explain trends, but there is little evidence of immutable, universal characteristics tied to a birth period; differences are mainly due to age, career stage, and external events.

Series 3, Episode 6: The Creativity Choice, with Dr Zorana Ivcevic Pringle, Yale University

Q: Is there an ideal balance between problem finding and problem solving, or does it depend on the situation?

There is no one-size-fits-all balance; research suggests investing time in understanding and reframing the problem before leaping to solutions, and the optimal mix depends on the task complexity and context.

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A practical, research-informed show that translates neuroscience, psychology, and organizational science into business-relevant insights. Episodes frequently explore leadership, governance, organizational culture, decision making, team dynamics, and strategies to apply evidence-based practices in real workplaces. A notable strength is its blend of rigorous research with relatable case examples and actionable takeaways for managers, HR pros, and executives. Guests are often academics or researchers who bring clear implications for practice, while discussions frequently address common organizational challenges like leadership development, bias, and creating resilient teams. The tone tends to be thoughtful, data-driven, and focused on bridging... more

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2. Tanusree Jain
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5. Dmitry Sharapov
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