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Innovation Storytellers

Susan Lindner
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Did you ever wonder how an innovation got to its finish line? How innovators saw the future, made a product, and created change – in our world and in their companies? I did. Innovation Storytellers invites changemakers to describe how they created their innovation and just as important – THE STORIES – that made us fall in love with them. Come learn how great innovations need great stories to make ... more

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I sat down with Lukas N. P. Egger, VP of Product Strategy and Innovation at SAP Signavio, to explore how storytelling derisks significant transformation and AI programs. We begin with his path from Austrian startup life to leading innovation within a... more

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Mandates, metrics, and momentum decide whether great ideas ever reach the boardroom. In this episode of the Innovation Storytellers Show, I sit down with Jonathan Livescault, Managing Director at Itonics, to unpack how enterprise innovators move from... more

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I sit down with two innovation leaders from one of America’s oldest and most trusted consumer brands. Leah Fischman Hunter, Director of the Innovation Lab, and Ginny Fahs, Director of Product R&D at Consumer Reports, join me to unpack how a 90-year-o... more

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In this episode of The Innovation Storytellers Show, I sit down with Thai Nguyen, Managing Director of Diverge, the corporate venture and innovation arm of Hensel Phelps. With more than 20 years of experience in architecture and construction, Thai is... more

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Recent Guests

Leah Fischman Hunter
Impact strategist and Director of the Innovation Lab at Consumer Reports
Consumer Reports
Episode: 223: Tech for Good: Consumer Reports’ Fight for Digital Consumer Rights
Ginny Fahs
Director of Product R&D at Consumer Reports, advancing AI and consumer technology for public good
Consumer Reports
Episode: 223: Tech for Good: Consumer Reports’ Fight for Digital Consumer Rights
Thai Nguyen
Leader of Diverge, the innovation arm of Hensel Phelps
Hensel Phelps
Episode: 222: How Hensel Phelps is Diverging from the Construction Pack with New Innovation Strategies
Naftali Jaman
Innovation strategist with leadership experience in automotive and aerospace industries
Episode: 221: How to Use “Inception” Strategies to Win Over Stakeholders And Create Quick Wins
Dr. William Pao
Physician scientist and author
Cancer biotech company
Episode: 220: How Medical Innovation Really Works: Friction, Failure, and Forward Motion
Mary Beth Cicero
Co-founder and CEO of 3Daughters, experienced in marketing and business development specializing in women's healthcare.
3Daughters
Episode: 219: How 3Daughters is Changing Women's Contraceptives for Better
Andy Goldstein
A passionate serial entrepreneur and startup investor with over 40 years of experience.
VU Venture Partners and Venture University
Episode: 218: How Venture University Teaches Corporate Giants to Innovate
Dr. Gina O'Connor
Professor of Innovation Management at Babson College and authority on corporate innovation
Babson College
Episode: 217: The Babson Research that Shows How Successful Corporate Innovation
Callie Taylor
Vice President of Economic Development for Opportunity Austin
Opportunity Austin
Episode: 216: How Austin is Innovation’s Newest Hot Spot

Host

Susan Lindner
Host of the Innovation Storytellers, Susan Lindner has a diverse background as a former epidemiologist and a consultant for various innovators around the world. She focuses on the intersection of storytelling and innovation.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 31 ratings
  • Finally, the human side of innovation!

    Susan Lindner's "Innovation Storytellers" podcast reveals the creative process behind groundbreaking ideas. Innovators share their journeys, highlighting both technical details and personal experiences that shaped their work. The series blends business insight with human interest, making complex topics accessible. It's not just about end products, but the people and stories behind them. If you're curious about how ideas evolve from concept to reality, or seeking inspiration for your own work, th... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Robyn Bolton, MileZero
    United States9 months ago
  • Rob Majteles - Super podcast

    I just listened to your podcast with Rob Majteles and thought it was one of the best podcasts that I have listened to in a long time. Thank you for sharing it…

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Erik Greenstein
    United Statesa year ago
  • Super interesting!

    Love to hear the different perspectives on enabling innovation

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lizzzzzzzzzzzzzžż
    United States2 years ago
  • Terribly fake interviews

    Podchaser
    2
    Jeremy
    2 years ago
  • Great listen

    Stumbled across this podcast and am glad I did. First, what an amazing background Susan has, former epidemiologist, traveled around the world doing interesting stuff. Very informative podcast, easy to listen to, even learned a few new terms like bread-crumbing. Highly recommend!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nyack's dentist
    United States2 years ago

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Overall, the podcast is recognized for its high-quality content and the dynamic storytelling style of the host, which keeps the audience captivated.
Feedback often highlights the diverse range of guests, who share compelling experiences that resonate with those in management and innovation roles.
Listeners find the blend of storytelling and innovation refreshing and engaging, cementing the personal connection behind technical breakthroughs.
Many praise the host's ability to draw out insightful narratives, making complex topics accessible and relevant to both professionals and general audiences.

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223: Tech for Good: Consumer Reports’ Fight for Digital Consumer Rights
Q: What is the origin story for both of you coming into both Consumer Reports, but also wanting to be defenders of the consumer?
Both Leah and Ginny shared their paths leading to Consumer Reports, emphasizing their commitments to innovation and consumer advocacy, with Leah highlighting her transition from media to purpose-driven work, and Ginny focusing on their current roles advocating for consumer rights in a rapidly changing technological landscape.
219: How 3Daughters is Changing Women's Contraceptives for Better
Q: What is the innovation that the world most needs now?
Something surrounding AI that could lead to breakthroughs in drug development and improving human health, particularly in women's healthcare.
219: How 3Daughters is Changing Women's Contraceptives for Better
Q: What is the story you tell to wake people up and get them excited about breakthroughs in women's health?
The market for contraception is large and lacks innovation; the narrative involves addressing public health crises related to unintended pregnancies while emphasizing the need for more contraceptive options for women.
219: How 3Daughters is Changing Women's Contraceptives for Better
Q: Why do you think investors and innovators should be thinking about women's health as an investment vehicle?
It's surprising that many major VC investors are not focusing on women's health despite it being more than half the population; this presents a significant opportunity for innovation and investment.
222: How Hensel Phelps is Diverging from the Construction Pack with New Innovation Strategies
Q: What is the innovation that the world needs now?
We need an innovation that could help us process the rate of change in the construction industry.

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What is Innovation Storytellers about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focusing on the journey of innovation, this podcast invites a diverse range of changemakers, innovators, and experts to share their experiences in bringing groundbreaking ideas to fruition. It highlights not just the technical aspects of innovation, but also the compelling stories behind them, making complex concepts accessible and engaging. Listeners are taken through various fields, from technology and healthcare to education and corporate strategies, where insights about the interplay between storytelling and invention are explored. This distinctive blend of personal narratives, professional challenges, and triumphs offers a fresh perspective on how innovative ideas can transform industries and society at large.

Unique in its approach, ... more

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Recent guests on Innovation Storytellers include:

1. Leah Fischman Hunter
2. Ginny Fahs
3. Thai Nguyen
4. Naftali Jaman
5. Dr. William Pao
6. Mary Beth Cicero
7. Andy Goldstein
8. Dr. Gina O'Connor

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