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The Curious Advantage Podcast

The Curious Advantage
Curiosity
Generative AI
Leadership
Career 3.0
AI Impact On Work
Talent Management
Hybrid Workspaces
Creativity
Culture
Personal Branding
Ecosystems
Psychological Safety
Leadership and Management
Skill Portfolio
Diversity and Inclusion
Improvisation
Graphic Novels
Serendipity In Workplaces
Digital Literacy
Emotions

The Curious Advantage Podcast explores how curiosity drives success in the digital age. Hosted by authors and business leaders Paul Ashcroft, Simon Brown, and Garrick Jones, each episode features conversations with global experts across business, science, and culture. Paul Ashcroft and Garrick Jones are co-founders of Ludic Group and authors of The Curious Advantage and ALIVE: Digital Humans and ... more

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Simon Brown and Garrick Jones speak with Shannon Minifie, CEO of Box of Crayons, about overcoming fear, taming the “advice monster,” and building trust, psychological safety, and connection at work. Discover why curiosity is a power skill for leaders... more

In this episode of The Curious Advantage podcast, Garrick Jones is joined by Stefaan van Hooydonk, founder of the Global Curiosity Institute. Together, they explore how curiosity fuels personal growth, leadership, and organizational success. From per... more

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In this episode of The Curious Advantage Podcast, Simon Brown, Garrick Jones, and Paul Ashcroft are joined by Scott Blanchard, CEO and co-owner of Blanchard. Drawing on more than 30 years of leadership experience, Scott shares why the success or fail... more

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In this episode of The Curious Advantage Podcast, Paul Ashcroft, Simon Brown, and Garrick Jones speak with Kentaro Toyama, W.K. Kellogg Professor at the University of Michigan School of Information and author of Geek Heresy.

Together they explore... more

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Recent Guests

Stefaan van Hooydonk
Founder of the Global Curiosity Institute
Global Curiosity Institute
Episode: 87: Stefaan van Hooydonk: How Curiosity Fuels Growth, Leadership, AI & Resilience (Founder, Global Curiosity Institute)
Scott Blanchard
CEO and co-owner of Blanchard
Blanchard
Episode: 86: Scott Blanchard: Curious About Leadership, Trust & Psychological (CEO, Blanchard)
Vyla Rollins
Award-winning organizational psychologist focused on leadership and psychology.
Not specified
Episode: 84: Vyla Rollins: Curiously Recrafting the Psychological Contract (London Business School)
Dr. Serena Gonsalves-Fersch
Global head of talent at SoftwareOne and co-founder of Women in Learning Leadership
SoftwareOne
Episode: 82: Dr Serena Gonsalves-Fersch: Curious About Learning, Curiosity, AI, Leadership, Talent & Women in Leadership (Software One)
Dr. Giles Yeo
Geneticist, research leader, and author of 'Wild Calories Don't Count'
University of Cambridge
Episode: 81: Dr. Giles Yeo: Weight Loss, Ozempic, and the End of Calorie Counting? (Geneticist, University of Cambridge Professor, Author)
Alexia Cambon
Senior Director of Research at Microsoft, leading research for the future of work and M365 teams.
Microsoft
Episode: 80: Alexia Cambon: The Future of Work, Frontier Firms, Agent Bosses, AI & 2025 Work Trend Index (Microsoft, Senior Director of Research)
Ari Popper
Founder and CEO of SciFutures, expert in foresight innovation
SciFutures
Episode: 79: Ari Popper: Imagining the Future, Where Sci-Fi Meets Curiosity (Founder & CEO, SciFutures)
Alison Coward
Founder of Bracket, a team culture consultancy, and author of Workshop Culture.
Bracket
Episode: 78: Alison Coward: Curious About How Workshops Can Boost Team Culture (Founder, Bracket)
Andy Clark
Professor of Cognitive Philosophy
University of Sussex
Episode: 77: Andy Clark: The Experience Machine, Is Reality All in Your Head? (Cognitive Philosopher)

Hosts

Garrick Jones
Co-author of The Curious Advantage, Garrick is focused on the intersections of curiosity, leadership, and organizational dynamics.
Simon Brown
Co-author of The Curious Advantage, he specializes in global learning and development.
Paul Ashcroft
Co-author of The Curious Advantage, he emphasizes the role of curiosity in organizational success.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 49 ratings
  • Navigating Complexity with Curiosity

    The Curious Advantage Podcast episode featuring Jennifer Garvey Berger delivers thought-provoking insights on the importance of curiosity in leadership. Berger, alongside the knowledgeable hosts, delves into how curiosity can help leaders avoid common mindtraps and thrive in complex situations, making this episode a must-listen for anyone in or aspiring to a leadership role.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    I value the unique angle
    Austria2 years ago
  • I've enjoyed many episodes, but episode 35 with Chief Learning Officer Vidya Krishnan was so packed with insights I was overwhelmed.

    Podcast Addict
    Ken A
    3 years ago
  • I've enjoyed many episodes, but episode 35 with Chief Learning Officer Vidya Krishnan was so packed with insights I was overwhelmed.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Ken A
    3 years ago
  • Boom...Stay curious a little bit longer

    Love the whole idea of training our brains to think through a curiosity filter and this podcast inspires me as an L&D professional. Episode 23 with Michael Bungay Stanier’s unlocked practical solutions I can practice today; stay curious a little longer and the 3 advice monsters.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lori S from NY
    United States5 years ago
  • Designing more curiosity

    As a design thinking consultant listening is a key skill for the work I do. Underpinning good listening for me is curiosity. It’s so crucial I decided to make it my one word goal for the year. This podcast has delivered a number of ways to increase this essential skill in just a few episodes of listening.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Karen Zeigler
    United States5 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the insightful discussions and practical applications derived from the exploration of curiosity in leadership.
The series is considered highly inspirational for those looking to foster a culture of creativity and curiosity in their organizations.
Many find the content to be both thought-provoking and relevant to their professional lives.
The podcast is praised for featuring a diverse range of experts, enhancing the depth of conversation around organizational development.

Chart Rankings

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

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#51
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#187
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#189
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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

86: Scott Blanchard: Curious About Leadership, Trust & Psychological (CEO, Blanchard)
Q: How do you bring your best self into lead in difficult situations?
Leaders need to provide belief in something bigger and mandate actions that enable continuous progress, even in crises.
86: Scott Blanchard: Curious About Leadership, Trust & Psychological (CEO, Blanchard)
Q: How do you add value here?
Great leaders communicate vision and purpose, take an interest in their people, and become bridge builders within the organization.
86: Scott Blanchard: Curious About Leadership, Trust & Psychological (CEO, Blanchard)
Q: What do you think are the fundamental things that everybody wants from work?
People want to earn an income, believe they are productive members of society, and be part of something bigger than themselves.
82: Dr Serena Gonsalves-Fersch: Curious About Learning, Curiosity, AI, Leadership, Talent & Women in Leadership (Software One)
Q: How should organizations approach the integration of AI into learning?
Serena emphasized the importance of focusing on the predictive ability of AI, rather than simply generating more content.
81: Dr. Giles Yeo: Weight Loss, Ozempic, and the End of Calorie Counting? (Geneticist, University of Cambridge Professor, Author)
Q: What's your opinion on the weight loss injection trend?
While weight loss injections can be effective, they need to be prescribed carefully and often require accompanying lifestyle changes for long-term success.

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Focused on the transformative power of curiosity, this series features insightful dialogues with prominent experts across various fields, emphasizing curiosity as an essential tool for navigating the complexities of the modern world. Each episode brings forth diverse perspectives on how curiosity can enhance personal and organizational growth, with discussions touching upon themes such as leadership, innovation, learning dynamics, and adaptability in rapidly changing environments. By integrating academic insights and practical wisdom, the content is crafted to resonate with anyone seeking to harness curiosity for success in professional and personal endeavors.

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2. Scott Blanchard
3. Vyla Rollins
4. Dr. Serena Gonsalves-Fersch
5. Dr. Giles Yeo
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