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The Innovation Show

The Innovation Show
Innovation
Leadership
Corporate Innovation
Digital Transformation
Strategy
Artificial Intelligence
Productive Failure
Nokia
Creativity
Education
Organizational Change
Organizational Culture
Apple
Decision Making
Change Management
Resource Allocation
Entrepreneurship
Struggle
Business Models
Reward Systems

A Global weekly show interviewing authors to inspire, educate and inform the business world and the curious. Presented by the author of "Undisruptable", this Global show speaks of something greater beyond innovation, disruption and technology. It speaks to the human need to learn: how to adapt to and love a changing world. It embraces the spirit of constant change, of staying receptive, of always ... more

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Latest Episodes

"I see dead people."

That was Nancy Dawes' answer when Bruce Vojak asked her how she did it. The chemical engineer who took Olay from a dying brand to a billion-dollar product line wasn't being mysterious — she was telling him she saw patterns no-... more

Most companies think innovation is a straight line. Bruce Vojak spent years studying the people who prove otherwise.

Bruce Vojak is co-author of Serial Innovators: How Individuals Create and Deliver Breakthrough Innovations in Mature Firms (Oxford... more

"These are the most important people you've never heard of."

After interviewing more than 50 serial innovators inside the world's largest mature companies, Bruce Vojak knows something most boards don't: a tiny minority of people — roughly 1 in 500... more

"Organisations love innovation, but they hate their innovators."

Jeff and Staney DeGraff return to The Innovation Show to close out Aidan McCullen's DeGraff trilogy with their book The Art of Change. Their argument is direct: change rarely fails b... more

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Recent Guests

Bruce Vojak
Author of Serial Innovators, How Individuals Create and Deliver Breakthrough Innovations in Mature Firms
Author/Researcher
Episode: Bruce Vojak — Serial Innovators: The Hidden Power Inside Mature Firms (Part 1)
Staney DeGraff
Co-author of The Innovation Code
University of Michigan / The Innovation Code
Episode: Innovation Isn't Harmony—It's Conflict | The Innovation Code Explained
Jeff DeGraff
Co-author of The Innovation Code
University of Michigan / The Innovation Code
Episode: Innovation Isn't Harmony—It's Conflict | The Innovation Code Explained
Steven Wunker
Author of AI and the Octopus Organization; business futurist
New Markets Advisors
Episode: AI and the Octopus Organization: Autonomy, Distributed Intelligence, and Faster Decision-Making
Jonathan Brill
Author of AI and the Octopus Organization; business futurist
New Markets Advisors
Episode: AI and the Octopus Organization: Autonomy, Distributed Intelligence, and Faster Decision-Making
Barry Nalebuff
Serial entrepreneur, serial author, and professor at Yale University; co-author of Split the Pie
Yale University; Co-author of Split the Pie
Episode: Split the Pie: Barry Nalebuff on Fair Negotiation, Game Theory, and Better Deals
Timo Partanen
Strategy professor at Adelphi University; former Nokia market intelligence leader
Adelphi University
Episode: Nokia Saw iPhone Coming - So What Went Wrong?
Timo Vuori
Professor of Strategic Management at Aalto University
Aalto University
Episode: Nokia's Comeback Explained: Emotion, Strategy & Boardroom Decisions
Quy Huy
Nokian scholar, Professor of Strategy at INSEAD
INSEAD
Episode: Nokia's Comeback Explained: Emotion, Strategy & Boardroom Decisions

Host

Aidan McCullen
Host of The Innovation Show, engaging in thoughtful discussions with leading experts in business and innovation.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 293 ratings
  • A masterclass in innovation

    If you’re looking to learn from the best thinkers, authors, and practitioners in all things innovation you’ve come to the right place. Aidan researches each podcast meticulously, delving deep into the work of each guest, uncovering new angles and surfacing their best perspectives. He creates a warmth in the conversations through his positivity and curiosity that makes you feel you are listening to two friends talking about shared passions.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DCLancelot
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • The Innovation Show hosted by Aidan McCullen is a standout podcast for business enthusiasts. Aidan's insightful interviews and deep understanding of the topic make each episode educational and engaging. He has a knack for making the topic easily digestible and turning it into actionable advice that listeners can apply to their situations. I highly recommend it - this is time well spent!

    Podchaser
    5
    Aly_Zenrabbit
    2 years ago
  • Learnings

    I was listening to the Michael B Horn episode and thinking about some of the take away from this podcast and others in the series. Horn speaks about the non consumption model and how it relates to customers that you no longer want to service - yet others want to onboard in order to enter the market place and then move upstream in the value chain and it is something that you have to weigh when determining your overall market strategy - these are type of insights that come from a podcast that ask ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Erik Greenstein
    United States3 years ago
  • Awesome

    Fantastic content, excellent host, I LOVE this podcast. Highly recommend it for folks who want to stretch the mind and their world.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dapperdude7
    United States3 years ago
  • Needs more focus

    Podcast Addict
    3
    EmmyX
    3 years ago

Listeners Say

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The podcast provides exceptional insights into the world of innovation and business, featuring knowledgeable guests that keep the discussions engaging.
Listeners appreciate the host's ability to create warmth and curiosity in conversations, making complex topics accessible and relatable.
Many find the podcast a continuous source of inspiration that challenges them to rethink their approaches to innovation and leadership.
The variety of expert guests ensures a well-rounded exploration of the subjects discussed, providing practical takeaways for listeners.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#60
Ireland/Technology
Apple Podcasts
#173
United Arab Emirates/Technology
Apple Podcasts
#247
Mexico/Technology
Apple Podcasts
#250
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Innovation Isn't Harmony—It's Conflict | The Innovation Code Explained
Q: How should organizations handle the handoff between quadrants to keep momentum?
By ensuring transitions are well-tmanaged, aligning at the center of gravity, and fostering leadership that can orchestrate conversations across artists, engineers, sages, and athletes.
Innovation Isn't Harmony—It's Conflict | The Innovation Code Explained
Q: Why is constructive conflict essential to innovation according to your model?
Because it leverages diverse worldviews to push ideas forward, prevents stagnation, and helps create a third, hybrid solution that is more robust than any single approach.
Jeff & Staney DeGraff — The Art of Change (DeGraff Trilogy Finale)
Q: What inspired you to write a finale that ties together three books on change and adaptability?
We wanted to crystallize a through-line: change as a paradoxical, time-bound process that benefits from learning, storytelling, and hands-on experimentation, rather than rigid plans. The trilogy builds from failures and insights across military, corporate, and technological contexts to show how mindset and culture enable sustainable transformation.
Creativity Is a Skill: Jeff & Staney DeGraff on the C.R.E.A.T.E. Method (Clarify to Evaluate)
Q: What is your advice for innovation leaders on managing budgets and scaling teams when pursuing Creative thinking in organizations?
The guests stress starting with incremental budgets, avoiding over-resourcing innovation teams, and creating spaces where ideas can fail early and learn quickly, while maintaining a sense of destiny and continuous learning.
From Rambling to Impact The Power of Making a Point
Q: What did you see change over that period of time?
There has been progress, especially in how communication occurs in remote settings, with recognition that traditional methods do not always translate effectively to virtual platforms.

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A recurring theme throughout the episodes is the exploration of innovation and its multifaceted impact on business strategy and personal development. Key discussions revolve around digital transformation, corporate innovation strategies, and the essence of effective communication in leadership. The podcast consistently invites experts who provide insights into navigating the complexities of modern business, emphasizing adaptability and the importance of continuous learning in a world marked by rapid technological change. Unique perspectives from guests, who are often seasoned professionals across varied fields, offer both theoretical frameworks and practical tools for listeners to apply in their own work environments.

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Recent guests on The Innovation Show include:

1. Bruce Vojak
2. Staney DeGraff
3. Jeff DeGraff
4. Steven Wunker
5. Jonathan Brill
6. Barry Nalebuff
7. Timo Partanen
8. Timo Vuori

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