Best IDEO Podcasts (2024)

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87. No IDEO 29:11

4h ago29:11

29:11

In the second episode on ACAPS' participation in the Tech to the Rescue AI Bootcamp for Changemakers (aka from ACAPS to AICAPS) Chiara, Ali and Lars Peter discuss the progress made over the past couple of weeks. Since the first episode focus has been on using design methods to come up with a clearer approach to AI. This part of the bootcamp has bee…

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How to Treat Hybrid Working as a Strategy using Design Thinking with IDEO COO, Jennifer Riel 42:55

9d ago42:55

42:55

In this week's episode co-host Naomi Titleman connects with COO and Partner at IDEO Jennifer Riel. Jennifer has been a future foHRward friend for some time having partnered with us in 2016 for our inaugural event when she was a professor at Rotman Business School. In the podcast Jennifer shares her perspectives and thinking on human-centred design …

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48: Leading Design from IDEO to In-house (ft. Anne Pascual)

15d ago

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Anne Pascual, VP and Head of Design for European fashion e-commerce giant Zalando, joins Peter and Jesse to talk about driving innovation in a mature product category, the differences between leading design for an agency and leading design in-house, and creating a culture of trust at scale.By peterme

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Blowing Up the Table – A New Approach to Leadership with Guest Paul McCarthy 51:04

2h ago51:04

51:04

In this week’s episode, co-host Mark Edgar gets to chat with consultant, coach and author Paul McCarthy about how our approach to leadership has failed and why it is time to do something radically different. You can learn more about Paul’s work here And you can connect with Paul on LinkedIn here Join our community If you’re interested in being part…

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86. Channeling Cassandra 34:40

7d ago34:40

34:40

Cassandra was the Trojan priestess described in Homer's Iliad condemned to have prophecies that are never believed. Dennis King, a veteran analyst with over 30 years of experience in the Humanitarian Information Unit of the US State Department, USAID, and OCHA, is in a sense a modern day Cassandra. Together with host Lars Peter Nissen, they unravel…

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Carolyn Lawrence: The DEI Questions I Wish They Would Ask 45:58

2d ago45:58

45:58

In this week’s episode, co-host Naomi Titleman connects with diversity, equity and inclusion expert Carolyn Lawrence. Carolyn provides great insights about how to bring design thinking in to your day to day routines. You can learn more about her work at CLCO here And you can connect with Carolyn on LinkedIn here! Join our community If you’re intere…

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85. Youth Innovation Lab 28:58

16d ago28:58

28:58

Goma Karki is on a mission to bridge the gap between science and public policy. At the Youth Innovation Lab in Nepal, she mobilises passionate youth to work in municipalities, tackling climate change by closing technical and knowledge gaps and promoting data-driven decision-making. Learn about the challenges and successes of integrating young leade…

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84. The Pimply Teenager 25:25

23d ago25:25

25:25

In this first episode of the mini-series on ACAPS' journey in the Tech to the Rescue AI bootcamp, Chiara Rizza, Ali Arbia and Lars Peter Nissen discuss what to do with AI. It is early days in the bootcamp and Ali and Lars Peter are quite confused, but Chiara seems to know what she is doing so everything will be OK.…

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Building a Culture of Development with Guest Liz McSavaney 42:31

17d ago42:31

42:31

In this week’s episode, co-host Mark Edgar connects with foHRsight+ community member Liz McSavaney who is VP HR for global insurance company Zurich based in Toronto. In addition to sharing her story about getting in to HR, Liz provides insights in to their corporate priority of creating a culture of development. It’s a great example of how HR teams…

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Matt Hartley - "DEI Criminal" - Incredible Educator Becomes Guiltless Victim of Culture War 50:47

19d ago50:47

50:47

Matt Hartley is an Interfaith expert and "DEI Criminal." He's a dad, a cellist, a high school running coach, an educator and ordained minister. In other words, one of the good guys. Yet, after 5 years leading the University of North Florida Interfaith Center, Matt’s job was eliminated last year by draconian anti-DEI (Diversity Equity and Inclusion)…

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83. Academic Cowboy 48:53

1M ago48:53

48:53

The hero humanitarian is dead. And Joël Glasman is glad. In his new book “Humanitarian Humanities”, Glasman advocates for a more reflective and empirically informed approach to humanitarian action, emphasizing the importance of social sciences, local ties and contextual knowledge in the field. Listen in to Joël discussing his findings, callling for…

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Successful Hybrid Work Strategies with Guest Dr. Gleb Tsipursky 45:59

24d ago45:59

45:59

In this week’s episode, co-host Naomi Titleman Colla connects with hybrid expert Gleb Tsipursky about making your hybrid work strategy successful. Here are some articles of Gleb’s articles on hybrid work and how it relates to productivity and mental health: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/dr-gleb-tsipursky_the-end-of-the-9-to-5-why-hybrid-and-remote…

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82 Cognitive Dissonance 44:13

1M ago44:13

44:13

Kuldeep Bandhu Ayral, co-lead of BRAC's Social Innovation Lab wants humanitarian innovators to hurry, slowly, to reap the benefits of co-designing interventions with end users. He and host Lars Peter Nissen discuss the journey and impact of the BRAC, one of the world's largest NGOs originating from the Global South, and the design-based thinking of…

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The Power of People Analytics with Guest Ian OKeefe 40:25

1M ago40:25

40:25

In this week’s episode, co-host Naomi Titleman Colla has an opportunity to connect with former Amex colleague Ian OKeefe. Ian is a people analytics and transformation leader. He is founder and CEO of ikona – a consulting firm focused on supporting HR departments with their people analytics strategies. In the conversation they talk about how people …

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Suz Howard - "Designing Creative Leaders" - IDEO Industrial Design Legend Goes Solo 55:21

1M ago55:21

55:21

Trained as an anthropologist, Suz Howard spent 20 yrs as a partner at IDEO, one of the world's leading design and innovation companies, playing a critical role in growing IDEO from 200 employees to 1000 in 9 locations around the globe. Focused on building creative leadership within organizations, she founded IDEO U, a digital learning platform that…

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81. The Struggle 42:54

1M ago42:54

42:54

Meet Sean Lowrie and Christina Bennett – the dynamic former and current CEOs of the START Network, which unites over 90 different-sized NGOs globally for local-led humanitarian action. With host Lars Peter Nissen, they explore how Sean and Christina's leadership styles influence growth and the transition from a startup to a larger organisation. The…

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Working Parents-to-be with Guest Catherine Oliver 39:45

1M ago39:45

39:45

In this week’s episode, co-host Mark Edgar connects with author and consultant Catherine Oliver on the important topic of working parents. Catherine’s book Working Parents-to-be has recently been published and in this episode she shares insights from her book to help those becoming working parents navigate parental leave and strategies for organiza…

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Creating Impactful Products: YC Sun 38:30

2M ago38:30

38:30

Great products and services are driven by great product strategy. But too often we get stuck in the strategy part of product strategy, failing to get tangible enough to make insight-driven decisions about our roadmaps. In this episode of the Creative Confidence Podcast, we speak with YC Sun, Design Director at IDEO. He shares common challenges for …

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The Happiness Factor with Guest Lori-Ann Duguay 41:35

2M ago41:35

41:35

In this week’s episode, co-host Naomi Titleman Colla gets to spend tine with HR consultant and author Lori-Ann Duguay who shares her insights about creating a people powered culture. A culture where people feel seen, heard and valued. Lori shares insights from her book The Happiness Factor about how to create workplaces where you attract and retain…

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80. Civilians! 1:03:27

2M ago1:03:27

1:03:27

Nick Parker and Paul Taylor from REACT has shown up in their civilian outfits to discuss how they’ve repurposed from military careers to humanitarian action. REACT leverages discipline, structure, and skills of volunteering veterans and civilians to respond rapidly to crises. In the second part of the conversation, Nick, Paul and host Lars Peter Ni…

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Stories From an Executive Recruiter with Guest Peter Grech 39:36

2M ago39:36

39:36

Having spent 25 years as a global executive recruiter, Peter Grech of August Leadership shares his perspective on how the world of work has changed. He provides guidance for companies looking to compete in a competitive talent market and how candiates should position themselves so they stand out. To learn more about August Leadership, this is their…

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47: Seeking Balance (ft. Koji Pereira) 49:46

2M ago49:46

49:46

Koji Pereira, Chief Design Officer for Brazilian fintech Neon, joins Peter and Jesse to talk about his career journey from Brazil to Silicon Valley and back again, finding the balance between speed and quality, and strategies for making the design team and the design process more inclusiveBy peterme

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79. Three Socks 41:10

2M ago41:10

41:10

Colin Rogers is the CEO of MapAction. MapAction is a lean, mean, mapping machine that turns complex data into clear, actionable maps to support frontline workers and decision-makers during crises. With about 100 volunteers, some of whom have been with the organisation for two decades, MapAction shows a unique, geeky charm. They work closely with pa…

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Evidence-Informed HR with Guest Beth Corcoran 36:46

2M ago36:46

36:46

In this week’s episode of foHRsight from future foHRward, co-host Mark Edgar has the opportunity to connect with Beth Corcoran. Beth is a former HR executive, coach, consultant and lifetime learner. They share insights on the importance of taking an evidence based approach to HR based on collecting data. You can follow Beth on LinkedIn here: https:…

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Manager Mentorship Strategies: David Yeager 46:12

2M ago46:12

46:12

We all want to be great managers. But when it comes to actually working with and leading young people, there’s no clear strategy or playbook for success. Too often it feels like we’re having to decide between two extremes: enforce high standards and risk pushing our mentees away, or take a more gentle approach and withhold criticism, therefore miss…

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Best of: Clear the Forest 52:54

2M ago52:54

52:54

The challenges of the humanitarian sector have been identified over and over again but some problems seem to be unsolvable. In this first episode Marc DuBois and Lars Peter Nissen discuss whether there is a need to disrupt the sector and how to "clear the forest" so new solutions can be grown. This episode was first published in September 2020.…

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Brian Slomka, The Rise of Fractional Work 36:24

2M ago36:24

36:24

In this week’s episode of foHRsight from future foHRward, co-host Mark Edgar has the opportunity to connect with Brian Slomka a Partner at Odgers Berndtson. Brian shares his story about getting in to the recruitment industry and shares his insights on the world of work. As a lead in Odger’s interim practice he also explains more about fractional wo…

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46: Leading with Clarity (ft. Vuokko Aro) 52:32

2M ago52:32

52:32

Vuokko Aro, VP of Design for the UK's popular digital-only bank Monzo, joins Peter and Jesse to talk about shifting your design approach as your company scales, building a true peer relationship with product leadership, and creating a sense of togetherness for remote and embedded teams.By peterme

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78. Broccoli Brownies 33:00

3M ago33:00

33:00

EqualReach connects displaced individuals on the move to tech gigs. In this conversation with host Lars Peter Nissen, the founder Giselle Gonzales uncovers the invisible barriers for that prevent skilled individuals on the move from working and accessing freelance opportunities. And how Equal Reach is breaking them down one project at a time. Just …

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Building Your Employer Brand with Guest Leandra Harris 38:02

3M ago38:02

38:02

In this week’s episode of foHRsight from future foHRward, co-host Mark Edgar has the opportunity to connect with Leandra Harris, Managing Director of employer brand and recruitment marketing agency Blu Ivy Group. To learn more about Leandra’s work at Blu Ivy Group, this is their website: https://bluivygroup.com/ Join our community If you’re interes…

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77. Rock the Boat 54:55

3M ago54:55

54:55

In this conversation, Lars Peter Nissen hosts a dialogue with humanitarian thought leaders: Meg Sattler (Executive Director of Ground Truth Solution), Ed Schenkenberg (Executive Director of HERE Geneva), and Adelina Kamal (former Executive Director of ASEAN AHA Centre). This episode tackles independence, accountability and effectiveness, and the ch…

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The Secret to Preparing for the Future with Guest Kareen Proudian 47:05

3M ago47:05

47:05

In this week’s episode of foHRsight, co-host Mark Edgar connects with Kareen Proudian, Managing Partner of Faculty of Change. Kareen is a career strategist who spends her time exploring the far reaching elements of society with her anthropologist business partner to identify the trends impacting work. She shares more insight on their craft of strat…

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45: The Phase Shift 47:04

3M ago47:04

47:04

Jesse and Peter grapple with the prevailing discourse around design leadership, the shift occurring from what design has been to what it is becoming, the ego death necessary for leaders to embrace their potential, and the opportunity for professionalism.By peterme

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76. The Technophobe 1:03:14

3M ago1:03:14

1:03:14

This conversation between host, Lars Peter Nissen and Pierrick Devidal, Senior Policy Adviser at the Law, Policy and Humanitarian Diplomacy Division at ICRC debates on whether the sector’s excitement about AI is a progressive step or a dangerous diversion. We discuss ethical considerations and the potential for tech to overshadow fundamental humani…

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5 Major Challenges Facing HR and How to Overcome Them 32:35

3M ago32:35

32:35

In this week’s episode of foHRsight from future foHRward, hosts Mark Edgar and Naomi Titleman Colla debate an article from the Academcy to Innovate HR (AIHR) on the challenges facing HR. You can access the article here: https://www.aihr.com/blog/state-of-hr/ They review the challenges and provide their own unique perspective on how much these chall…

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Jeff Kollath - The Soul of a Story - Exec Dir of the Stax Museum of American Soul Music 59:57

3M ago59:57

59:57

As Executive Director of the Stax Museum of American Soul Music in Memphis, TN, Jeff Kollath oversees the world’s only museum dedicated to preserving and promoting the legacy of Stax Records and American soul music. Otis Redding, Isaac Hayes, John Lee Hooke, Booker T & the MGs and the endless Stax roster of musical icons produced songs that stirred…

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75. FOMO 44:21

3M ago44:21

44:21

In this thought-provoking episode, host Lars Peter Nissen and guest Sarah Spencer, Consultant specialized in AI explore the complex relationship between AI and humanitarian aid. They discuss the critical issues of transparency in AI-driven decision-making, the management of digital identities of aid recipients, and the ethical aspects of using AI t…

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The Intersectionality of Mindset, Work and Communities with Guest Garry Turner 31:22

3M ago31:22

31:22

In this week’s episode of foHRsight from future foHRward, co-host Mark Edgar has the opportunity to connect with fellow Brit, think partner and community builder Garry Turner. Mark and Garry had the opportunity to meet in person for the first time at a recent Freedom at Work conference event in Miami and that sparked a conversation exploring the in…

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74. Africa is a Country 36:48

4M ago36:48

36:48

William Shoki is the Chief Editor of Africa is a Country. In this conversation with Lars Peter Nissen he discusses the western media's narratives of Africa and the political impact of such. A key point of the discussion is South Africa's groundbreaking case filed against Israel to the ICC. William reflects how it relates to South African history an…

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Layoffs, lazy-girl jobs and more layoffs 41:01

3M ago41:01

41:01

In this week’s episode of foHRsight from future foHRward, hosts Mark Edgar and Naomi Titleman Colla have the opportunity to connect and share insights from 3 stories that have been hitting the news waves in their community foHRsight+. The first article from Business Insider article from middle of February picks up the theme that the power balance i…

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Why Curiosity is a Business Imperative: Scott Shigeoka 34:25

3M ago34:25

34:25

Most of us recognize why curiosity is important. Few of us know how to practice and unleash its full potential. But when leaders embrace curiosity, it becomes a catalyst for transformation, helping leaders challenge their assumptions, connect with people, and build cultures where everyone feels like they matter.Learn why curiosity is one of the mos…

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73. Poetic Unity 17:57

4M ago17:57

17:57

Discover how Poetic Unity is transforming norms with healing and powerful poetry. Poetic Unity addresses mental health, community cohesion, and challenges traditional societal expectations of masculinity. Join us as we dive into a refreshing conversation about the potential for creativity and vulnerability to revolutionize humanitarian work and lea…

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Josh Bersin (2024) - Part 2: Galileo and the AI Revolution in HR 27:35

4M ago27:35

27:35

In Part 2 of Naomi's conversation with Josh Bersin, they talk about the impact of GenAI on HR, and specifically about: The Josh Bersin Company's new AI Assistant, Galileo How HR is positioned to be a key partner in the development and use of responsible AI How HR can upskill themselves to be more comfortable using AI The biggest opportunities for H…

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Clark Butcher - Victory Bicycles - Bike Lover Revolutionizes the Bike Shop Game 55:12

4M ago55:12

55:12

Clark Butcher will be the first to tell you he is addicted to endurance athletics. He started running age 7, completed his first half marathon at 11 and discovered triathlons at 14, where he naturally excelled in cycling. By 16, Clark was competing in the Junior World Cup in Canada, National Championships and pro-caliber events throughout the US. T…

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44: The Mindful Executive (ft. Christina Goldschmidt) 51:06

4M ago51:06

51:06

Christina Goldschmidt joins Peter and Jesse to reflect on her first 60 days on the job as the newly appointed VP of product design for the music industry giant Warner Music Group. She offers thoughts on getting up to speed and finding early success as an incoming leader, profiling your stakeholders as if they were users, the leadership power of per…

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72. Can of Worms 40:55

4M ago40:55

40:55

Hugo Slim is one of the best known and most interesting thinkers in the humanitarian space. He works at Univeristy of Oxford on the ethics and practice of humanitarian action and currently focus on answering the question “What is Climate Humanitarianism?” In this conversation with Lars Peter Nissen, Hugo discusses how we should define and prioritis…

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Josh Bersin (2024) - Part 1: Top Trends for HR in 2024 25:16

4M ago25:16

25:16

It's still us - We have a shiny new look! In this week’s episode of foHRsight Naomi Titleman is joined by Josh Bersin who has just returned from the transform conference in Las Vegas. They talk about: A year since irresistible released – what’s shifted / what new trends are Josh following? An update on skills organizations Talent Density – what doe…

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How Great Leaders Use Friction: Bob Sutton 32:41

4M ago32:41

32:41

At its worst, friction can be a destructive force in an organization. Friction can undermine productivity and innovation, create inefficiency, and even chip away at our energy and enthusiasm for work. But what if friction could be reframed as something positive—something that makes the right things, like joy, productivity, and creative thinking, ea…

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71. Swipe Right 38:21

4M ago38:21

38:21

Tech to the rescue (TTTR) is based on the simple idea, that the tech sector, just like most law firms, should do pro-bono work. So they have built a platform where non-profits and tech companies can be matched - a Tinder platform for social impact, where non-profits and tech companies can swipe right. In this frank conversations TTTR CEO Jacek Siad…

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Jamie Klein, CEO of Inspire HR: The HR Gig Economy 38:34

4M ago38:34

38:34

In this week’s episode of foHRsight Naomi Titleman is joined by Jaime Klein – Founder & CEO of Inspire Human Resources. In the episode Jaime shares the inspiration behind her organizaiton providing fractional HR support to a range of businesses. They explore the value of having fractional support both for the individual who is part of the worker ec…

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