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Dr. Nicholas Wright, MRCP, PhD, a distinguished neuroscientist whose work explores the intersections of the brain, technology, and security, offers thought-provoking insights from his forthcoming book, Warhead: How the Brain Shapes War and War Shapes the Brain. His research challenges conventional understandings of conflict by revealing how cognitive science and neuroscience shape and are shaped by the dynamics of modern warfare.

Dr. Nicholas explores the intersections of neuroscience, human behavior, and technology to understand the dynamics of competition and conflict. Over the past decade, Dr. Nicholas has advised the Pentagon’s Joint Staff, and he provides strategic guidance on artificial intelligence to SAP, Europe’s largest technology company.

He is an Affiliated Scholar at Georgetown University, Honorary Senior Research Fellow at University College London (UCL), Consultant at Intelligent Biology, and a Non-Resident Adjunct Fellow at the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) in Washington, D.C. He holds a medical degree from UCL, a BSc in Health Policy from Imperial College London, Membership of the Royal College of Physicians (UK), and both an MSc and PhD in Neuroscience from UCL.

The book is set to release in October 2025 and will be available on all major platforms.

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Lisa Kay Solomon, Designer in Residence at the Stanford d.school, shares powerful insights from her acclaimed national bestseller, Moments of Impact: How to Design Strategic Conversations that Accelerate Change and Create Better Businesses - a book that has been translated into over a dozen languages.

Moments of Impact is a practical guide for leaders who need to drive meaningful change through better strategic conversations. Co-authored by innovation strategists Chris Ertel and Lisa Kay Solomon, the book tackles the problem of ineffective meetings in a fast-moving world. Designed for leaders, entrepreneurs, educators, and changemakers, it offers clear principles, real-world cases, and a 60-page Starter Kit to help you design conversations that accelerate impact and shape the future.

A leading educator, futurist, and design strategist, Lisa helps individuals and institutions navigate complexity and shape a more resilient, equitable future through futures thinking and design. She leads groundbreaking initiatives like Vote by Design and The Future’s Happening, and teaches visionary courses like Inventing the Future. Her work spans K-12 education, executive leadership, and global platforms. Recognized by Thinkers50 and ixDA, Lisa’s impact extends through her teaching, speaking, and widely viewed LinkedIn Learning courses.

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Professor Ashish Sinha, Professor of Marketing at UQ Business School and Visiting Professor & Research Fellow at the Indian School of Business, along with Professor Kiran Pedada, The Associates Fellow in Marketing and Inclusive Business and Associate Professor of Marketing at the Asper School of Business, University of Manitoba, share key insights from their book, Winning in the Age of AI Disruption: Strategies for Transforming Business Models, Driving Growth, and Building Competitive Advantage.

To explore their research impact and academic contributions, please visit the bio links provided in the podcast description.

1) Prof. Ashish Sinha’s Bio: https://business.uq.edu.au/profile/16388/ashish-sinha

2) Prof. Kiran Pedada’s Bio: https://umanitoba.ca/asper/kiran-pedada

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Prof. Peter Lamont, Professor of Psychology in the School of Philosophy, Psychology and Language Sciences at the University of Edinburgh, UK offers thought-provoking insights from his acclaimed book, “Radical Thinking: How to See the Bigger Picture.”

Prof. Lamont studied history at the University of Edinburgh before completing a PhD focused on Victorian beliefs about spiritualism. Since joining the Koestler Parapsychology Unit in 1996, he has developed an academic career that bridges psychology, history, and the study of extraordinary beliefs. Prof. Lamont, a psychologist and cultural historian, held an AHRC Fellowship (2002–2005) and became a lecturer in 2006. His research focuses on belief, critical thinking, and the cultural history of magic and the paranormal. He is the author of Extraordinary Beliefs (Cambridge University Press) and numerous journal articles. A Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy, he is affiliated with the BPS, the Society for Psychical Research, and the Inner Magic Circle. He also co-founded the Edinburgh Secret Society - though details remain, unsurprisingly, secret.

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Prof. Nishith Prakash, Professor of Public Policy and Economics at Northeastern University, Boston, with a joint appointment in the School of Public Policy and Urban Affairs and the Department of Economics, delves into his impactful study "Cycling to School: Increasing Secondary School Enrollment for Girls in India."

In this powerful exploration, Prof. Prakash examines how a simple intervention - a bicycle distribution program - led to a remarkable increase in secondary school enrollment among girls in India, highlighting the profound role of mobility in shaping educational outcomes and gender equity.

Prof. Nishith Prakash is Professor of Public Policy and Economics at Northeastern University and Co-Director of the Global Action for Policy Initiative. A development economist, his research focuses on strengthening human capital and promoting inclusive growth in low-income countries through evidence-based policy. He brings deep expertise in randomized controlled trials, field surveys, and data analysis, with fieldwork across South Asia and Africa in collaboration with governments and institutions like the World Bank. Formerly Associate Professor at the University of Connecticut, he co-founded the Association for Mentoring and Inclusion in Economics (AMIE) to support diversity in the field. His work has been featured in The Economist, BBC, FT, The Hindu, and more. Prof. Prakash is also an Affiliate of BREAD, recognizing his contributions to development economics.

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Good judgement is vital for effective leadership - influencing decisions, shaping culture, and driving success. In this episode, Prof. Andrew Likierman, former Dean of London Business School, shares key insights from his acclaimed book, Judgement at Work: Making Better Choices offering practical wisdom on decision-making in leadership.

Educated at the University of Vienna and Balliol College, Oxford, Prof. Andrew’s current research has culminated in his latest book Judgement at Work: Making Better Choices.

With a distinguished career spanning academia, public service, and the private sector, Prof. Andrew has held leadership roles at the UK Treasury, Bank of England, and several major corporations including Barclays and Beazley. A past President of the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants, he brings decades of experience in both strategic decision-making and corporate accountability. In the field of corporate governance, he served on the influential UK “Cadbury Committee” and was part of the UN governance steering committee established by Secretary-General Kofi Annan. Prof. Andrew was honored with the Sunday Times Award for Non-Executive Director of the Year in the public and not-for-profit sector.

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Prof. Ben Bensaou, Professor of Technology Management and Asian Business and Comparative Management at INSEAD and former Dean of Executive Education, shares valuable insights from his groundbreaking research, “The Innovating Organization: How to Build, Scale, and Sustain a Culture of Innovation.”

Dr. Ben Bensaou’s research spans innovation capabilities, Blue Ocean Strategy, value innovation, and strategic partnerships from a global perspective. He has taught at Harvard, Wharton, and Berkeley, and published in top journals like Harvard Business Review and Strategic Management Journal. At INSEAD, he developed and teaches courses on innovation, strategy, and comparative management in both English and French. He has also taught in Japan at Keio Business School and Aoyama Gakuin University.

Prof. Ben earned his PhD in Management from MIT Sloan School of Management, and his MA in Management Science from Hitotsubashi University, Japan, and engineering degrees from top French institutions. Fluent in English, French, and Japanese, he has taught and consulted widely across Asia, Europe, and the U.S.

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Paul Rice, Founder and former CEO of Fair Trade USA, the leading certifier of Fair Trade products in the United States offers valuable insights from his national bestseller, Every Purchase Matters: How Fair Trade Farmers, Companies, and Consumers Are Changing the World.

A national bestseller, Every Purchase Matters by Paul Rice, founder of Fair Trade USA - offers a powerful look at the rise of conscious capitalism and ethical sourcing. Drawing from 40 years of experience, Rice shares stories of farmers, CEOs, and activists who are transforming global trade. The book makes a compelling case for how everyday purchases can drive environmental and social change, and how sustainable business is not only possible but essential.

Paul Rice is a pioneer in the global Fair Trade and sustainability movements, with 40+ years dedicated to fighting poverty and environmental harm. He founded Fair Trade USA in 1998, partnering with 1,700+ brands and generating $1.2 billion in impact for farmers across 70 countries. Before that, he launched Nicaragua’s first Fair Trade organic coffee cooperative.

Honored with the Skoll Award and recognized by the World Economic Forum, Paul is a leading voice in ethical business and conscious capitalism.

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Prof. Aldona Kapačinskaitė, Assistant Professor of Strategy at INSEAD, Paris, shares valuable insights from her research titled “The Role of Trade Secrets in Innovation: How Companies Guard and Leverage Confidential Knowledge.”

Prof. Aldona Kapačinskaitė’s research focuses on how firms navigate innovation, particularly through the use of trade secrets amid shifting competitive and technological landscapes. Her work spans multiple industries and has been published in top journals like Management Science and Strategic Management Journal. She has received several prestigious awards and fellowships for her contributions to strategy and innovation research. She currently serves on the Editorial Review Board of Organization Science and on the AOM TIM Executive Committee as Representative-at-Large.

Dr. Aldona holds a double MSc in Economics and Public Policy from École Polytechnique and Sciences Po Paris, and a PhD in Strategy and Entrepreneurship from London Business School. Before academia, she held research roles at INSEAD, Google, and the European Commission.

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Dr. Vishal Dahiya, Professor and Director of the Integrated MCA Program at Sardar Vallabhbhai Global University, shares compelling insights from her research titled "Swipe Fatigue: Social Media, AI, and the Rise of Digital Burnout in Youth."

With over two decades of experience in academia, Dr. Vishal Dahiya is a dedicated scholar and researcher, continuously exploring emerging technologies. She began her career as a System Analyst at ER&DCI India and later as a Developer at CRIS, New Delhi. In the academic realm, Dr. Dahiya has made significant contributions, including developing content and video lectures for the ePG Pathshala Swayam portal by MHRD India and recording sessions for Indus University on Core Ideas.

Dr. Dahiya is also known for delivering expert sessions on Big Data, IoT, and Cloud Computing, contributing to FDPs organized by various institutions. Her work reflects a deep commitment to advancing knowledge and practical applications in her field.

She has published research papers in 34 of the world's leading journals and has presented her work internationally on 7 occasions. She is also a member of the editorial team for the International Journal of Innovation Technology & Research (ISSN 2320-5547) and serves as a reviewer for Future Generation Computer Systems, USA.

She has received several accolades, including the Academia ERP Award, recognition for recording MOOCs for ePG Pathshala sponsored by MHRD and UGC, and an Innovation Award from the Government of Gujarat for a Ph.D. scholar's research. Additionally, one of her research papers is featured as a book chapter in Springer, and she was honored with an Appreciation Trophy from IITE in 2012 for her research contributions.

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