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Creative Confidence Podcast

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Leadership
Design Thinking
Creativity
Generative AI
Storytelling
Artificial Intelligence
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Innovation
Curiosity
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Creative Confidence
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Human-Centered Design
Organizational Culture
Psychological Safety
Personal Growth
Job Automation
Business Strategy
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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 pr... more

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Jane Fulton Suri spent nearly four decades defining the craft of design research. She says it’s less about collecting information and more about changing how you see something. 

In this episode, IDEO CEO Mike Peng talks with Jane about memorable mom... more

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Ed White has a rule he's tested on his own writing: hold yourself as the writer, and let AI be your editor. Ed is a Senior Design Director at IDEO's London studio, where he co-leads the firm's AI portfolio across Europe. Before IDEO, he spent 12 year... more

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Storytelling isn't a nice-to-have for entrepreneurs. It's often the only asset you have before you have a brand, a product, or proof. 

In this episode, we talk with Tom Kelley, IDEO partner and co-author with his brother David Kelley of the bestsell... more

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Most AI products today are built for work—a space with clear problems and established systems. One founder noticed a gap: personal life is messier, harder to systematize, and mostly left behind by the AI boom. So she built Cue, a personal AI that liv... more

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Recent Guests

Jane Fulton Suri
Pioneer of Human-Centered Design at IDEO
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Episode: Insight Is an Epiphany, Not a Framework: Jane Fulton Suri
Ed White
Senior Design Director at IDEO London Studio; co-leads IDEO's AI portfolio in Europe
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Episode: How to Use AI as an Editor, Not a Writer: Ed White
Tom Kelley
Former IDEO partner, co-author of Creative Confidence, co-founder of D4V
IDEO; D4V (Design for Ventures)
Episode: Storytelling for Entrepreneurs: Tom Kelley (Replay)
Sida Li
Co-founder and CEO of Shared Context Lab, building Q
Shared Context Lab
Episode: Building a Personal AI for the Messiness of Life: Sida Li
Johannes Seemann
Founder of Sooner, fintech entrepreneur
Sooner
Episode: Designing GenAI for the Emotional Side of Money: Johannes Seemann
Scott Shigeoka
Curiosity expert; author of Seek; head of Curiosity Cultivation at the Eames Institute
Eames Institute
Episode: The Curious Leader's Edge in Uncertainty: Scott Shigeoka
David Epstein
Author of Range and Inside the Box; researcher on how constraints impact creativity
Author, researcher
Episode: How Constraints Make Us More Creative: David Epstein
Sam Conniff
Founder of The Uncertainty Experts; author of The Uncertainty Toolkit; author of Be More Pirate
Uncertainty Experts / MediaZoo
Episode: The Decisiveness Crisis in Senior Leadership Teams: Sam Conniff
Simone Stolzoff
Journalist, author, TED speaker, former design lead at IDEO
Author of The Good Enough Job; How Not To Know
Episode: How to Not Know: Simone Stolzoff

Hosts

Mina Seetharaman
Host of Creative Confidence Podcast
Coe Leta Stafford
Co-host on Creative Confidence Podcast

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 338 ratings
  • Great Podcast

    I’m looking forward to hearing more from Mina!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    YannaBeatrice
    United Statesa year ago
  • The Power of Play

    Very informative.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Curious About Creativity
    Canada2 years ago
  • Mastering Influence with Guy Kawasaki

    The Creative Confidence Podcast episode featuring Guy Kawasaki is an insightful exploration into the art of influence. Kawasaki's expertise in marketing and evangelism shines as he delves into tactics for persuading and inspiring others, whether it's for promoting products, causes, or oneself. This episode is a valuable listen for anyone looking to enhance their influence and impact in both their professional and personal lives.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    I value the unique angle
    Austria3 years ago
  • Outstanding!

    It’s obvious that the IDEO team puts extraordinary effort into covering salient topics and finding guests that center creativity and impact in all that they do. The insights they offer consistently resonate with me! Highly recommend tuning in - it’s an excellent listen. 🙌

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ArlieLP
    United States3 years ago
  • Valuable content but speakers talking at lightning speed

    I really wanted to listen to the content as I’m really interested in these topics but the speakers in the audio were speaking SO fast. I am not sure if these episodes are sped up but the speed they were talking at was making me anxious! I had to turn it off unfortunately, which is a shame.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Ivanocka
    Australia4 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

The show is a go-to for design thinkers and creative leaders seeking real-world strategies for teams and storytelling.
Listeners praise practical insights and actionable takeaways for leadership and creativity.
Several episodes are highlighted for bridging IDEO's design thinking with entrepreneurship and broader business implications.
Audio quality and pacing are sometimes cited as areas for improvement, but content is consistently valuable and inspiring.
Guests are described as authentic and impactful, fostering motivation and serious consideration of design-led approaches.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#246
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#115
Philippines/Business
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#197
India/Business
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#216
Mexico/Business
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#241
Chile/Business

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Insight Is an Epiphany, Not a Framework: Jane Fulton Suri
Q: What advice would you give to young Jane or new designers entering the field today?
Be yourself and care deeply about what you're doing. Build confidence, seek out friends and mentors, and push back against impostor syndrome by sharing your perceptions with others and trusting that collaboration can amplify truth.
Insight Is an Epiphany, Not a Framework: Jane Fulton Suri
Q: What foundational skills or habits separate the good insights from the great ones?
The distinction lies in the ability to observe with all senses, to stay curious, and to connect observations into a narrative that resonates emotionally with others while staying true to collaborative discovery—avoiding over-reliance on predefined frameworks.
Insight Is an Epiphany, Not a Framework: Jane Fulton Suri
Q: Do you mind if we dive into the craft of design research a little bit? How do you know when the research or insight is truly great versus just good?
Great insights come from a change in how people think—an immediate shift in understanding that users feel and communicate, not just a tidy synthesis. It's about being a sensitive observer, conveying passion and conviction to engage clients, and sharing discoveries in a way that changes how they see possible futures.
How to Use AI as an Editor, Not a Writer: Ed White
Q: What are practical ways to experiment with AI in storytelling without losing the human touch?
Practical approaches include using AI for research, generating multiple drafts, simulating audiences, and providing non-judgmental first-pass edits, while intentionally guiding the tool with prompts and integrating insights from experts to maintain authenticity and voice.
How to Use AI as an Editor, Not a Writer: Ed White
Q: How does AI change the process of storytelling and the role of the designer?
The conversation highlights that AI speeds up routine tasks and broadens capability, but the core artistry—clarity of perspective, intentional craft, and the final stylized touches—still comes from humans. Upfront questions, prompt design, and maintaining friction in the workflow are emphasized as essential for high-quality outcomes.

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What is Creative Confidence Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This program features candid conversations with design leaders, technologists, and entrepreneurs exploring how creativity, human-centered design, and organizational practices drive innovation. Across episodes, listeners get practical tactics on storytelling, AI-assisted workflows, psychological safety, and building agile teams, grounded in real-world case studies from IDEO and its partners. Noteworthy is the strong emphasis on applying design thinking to business challenges, blending theory with actionable frameworks for leaders, teams, and product builders.

A standout aspect is the consistent focus on people and culture—balancing speed with thoughtful judgment, using play and curiosity to unlock creativity, and translating abstract ideas ... more

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1. Jane Fulton Suri
2. Ed White
3. Tom Kelley
4. Sida Li
5. Johannes Seemann
6. Scott Shigeoka
7. David Epstein
8. Sam Conniff

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