The Innovation Show

The Innovation Show

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The Innovation Show episodes

  • EP 141: "Parallel Mind, The Art of Creativity" with Aliyah Marr

    "The Toltecs believe that every human is an artist, and the art we create is our lives." —Don Miguel Ruiz

    Today's guest uses practical examples and guides us through conceptual, transpersonal art experiments to demonstrate how we can use the power of art to access our inner child, express our buried emotions, and use any form of art as a catalyst to transform our lives.

    Pure creativity is an activity that has no predefined destination or purpose, while applied creativity is an activity that always has a goal or application in mind.

    Pure creativity can be seen as a kind of play, while applied creativity is usually seen as work.

    We welcome creative consultant and coach with a stellar list of clients from IBM to American Express and the author of multiple titles including the focus of today's show "Parallel Mind, The Art of Creativity: The missing manual for your right brain", Aliyah Marr.

    We talk:

    • Creativity
    • Left and Right Brain
    • Open Focus
    • The Inner Child
    • The benefit of Limitation
    • Limiting Beliefs
    • Internal Dialogues
    • Overcoming Fear

    More about Aliyah here:

    https://www.parallelmindzz.com/

    30 min
  • EP 140: Exercise, Diet, Healthy Habits, Sugar Cravings and Workplace Stress with Matt Lovell
    Matt Lovell is an expert in corporate wellness, he is a Performance and Health Nutritionist and Body recomposition expert and he develops top health and nutrition products via his site aminoman.com. His clients include England Rugby, Tottenham Hotspur, Man City and currently Reading and Bournemouth football clubs.
    We talk:
    How the brain always wins with habit changes
    Easing out of old dietary and training habits
    Sugar Cravings
    Small dietary changes
    Short 15 minute workouts
    Workplace and Life Stress
    Chronic stress and obesity
    Cushing’s Disease
    Amygdala Hijacks
    Vision Setting
    More on Matt here: https://aminoman.com
    Previous Shows with Matt here: http://www.theinnovationshow.io/2018/07/20/ep-111-power-your-body-to-power-your-mind-overcome-stress/
    32 min
  • EP 140: How to beat your Brain with Exercise, Diet and Healthy Habits, Sugar Cravings and Workplace Stress with Matt Lovell

    Matt Lovell is an expert in corporate wellness, he is a Performance and Health Nutritionist and Body recomposition expert and he develops top health and nutrition products via his site aminoman.com. His clients include England Rugby, Tottenham Hotspur, Man City and currently Reading and Bournemouth football clubs.

    We talk:

    • How the brain always wins with habit changes
    • Easing out of old dietary and training habits
    • Sugar Cravings
    • Small dietary changes
    • Short 15 minute workouts
    • Workplace and Life Stress
    • Chronic stress and obesity
    • Cushing's Disease
    • Amygdala Hijacks
    • Vision Setting

    More on Matt here: https://aminoman.com/

    32 min
  • EP 139: “A Child at Heart: Unlocking Your Creativity, Curiosity, and Reason” - Christopher Phillips
    Weaving together philosophy, social science and neuroscience research, personal anecdotes and dialogues, A Child at Heart takes a radically different approach to the traditional boundaries between childhood and adulthood to reveal how rather than lapse into adulthood, we can achieve what the Greeks of old call arete—all-around excellence—when we look to children and youth as a lodestar for our development.
     Childhood is our primary launching pad, a time of life when learning is more intense than at any other when we gain the critical knowledge and skills that can help ensure that we remain adaptable. This book weaves together the thinking of philosophers from across the ages who make the unsettling assertion that with the passage of time we are apt to shrink mentally, emotionally, and cognitively. If we follow what has become an all-too-common course, we denature our original nature—which brims with curiosity, empathy, reason, wonder, and a will to experiment and understand—and we regress, our sense of who we are will become fuzzier and everyone in our orbit will pay a price.
    Mounting evidence shows that we begin our lives with a moral, intellectual, and creative bang, and in this groundbreaking, heavily researched, and highly engaging volume, today's guest makes the provocative case that childhood isn't merely a state of becoming, while adulthood is one of being, as if we've "arrived" and reached the summit. His life-changing proposition is that if we embrace the defining qualities of youth, we're not destined to become frail, dispirited, or unhinged, we'll grow in a way defined by wonder, curiosity, imaginativeness, playfulness, and compassion—in essence, unlimited potential.
    We welcome the founder of Socrates Cafe, Maverick philosopher And Author of and the focus of today’s show “A Child at Heart: Unlocking Your Creativity, Curiosity, and Reason at Every Age and Stage of Life” - Christopher Phillips
    More on Phillip here:
    https://christopherphillips.com/
    58 min
  • EP 139: "A Child at Heart: Unlocking Your Creativity, Curiosity, and Reason at Every Age and Stage of Life" - Christopher Phillips

    Weaving together philosophy, social science and neuroscience research, personal anecdotes and dialogues, A Child at Heart takes a radically different approach to the traditional boundaries between childhood and adulthood to reveal how rather than lapse into adulthood, we can achieve what the Greeks of old call arete—all-around excellence—when we look to children and youth as a lodestar for our development.

    Childhood is our primary launching pad, a time of life when learning is more intense than at any other when we gain the critical knowledge and skills that can help ensure that we remain adaptable. This book weaves together the thinking of philosophers from across the ages who make the unsettling assertion that with the passage of time we are apt to shrink mentally, emotionally, and cognitively. If we follow what has become an all-too-common course, we denature our original nature—which brims with curiosity, empathy, reason, wonder, and a will to experiment and understand—and we regress, our sense of who we are will become fuzzier and everyone in our orbit will pay a price.

    Mounting evidence shows that we begin our lives with a moral, intellectual, and creative bang, and in this groundbreaking, heavily researched, and highly engaging volume, today's guest makes the provocative case that childhood isn't merely a state of becoming, while adulthood is one of being, as if we've "arrived" and reached the summit. His life-changing proposition is that if we embrace the defining qualities of youth, we're not destined to become frail, dispirited, or unhinged, we'll grow in a way defined by wonder, curiosity, imaginativeness, playfulness, and compassion—in essence, unlimited potential.

    We welcome the founder of Socrates Cafe, Maverick philosopher And Author of and the focus of today's show "A Child at Heart: Unlocking Your Creativity, Curiosity, and Reason at Every Age and Stage of Life" - Christopher Phillips

    58 min
  • EP 138: The Seven Laws of Guaranteed Growth: BITSING with Frans De Groot

    "Those who say you cannot guarantee the achievement of goals are those who do not know how to do it." - Frans De Groot

    Businesses are on the lookout for the one methodology that singlehandedly helps to achieve their goals, and definitively address issues such as "what needs to done" and "which activities to avoid".

    BITSING is a scientifically proven methodology, which enables you to predict results by using facts in order to be 100% certain of achieving goals. This episode enables factual insight into (positive) financial returns, in advance of executing strategies accordingly.

    BITSING can be applied by the biggest multinational to the smallest startup. The 7 laws in this book guide you through the process of improving your business strategy.

    We discuss:

    • How to be Unbeatable
    • Realise Effective Campaigns
    • Ensure That You Reach Your Goals
    • How to get that "first date" with your customer
    • How to get a commitment from your customer

    Author and founder, Frans De Groot explains how this methodology works and how to implement it in your own business. By using examples, illustrations, and insights, Frans provides multiple entry points for readers who want to execute the BITSING strategy accordingly.

    As a result of working closely with several universities, the methodology is scientifically validated, in addition to its proven performance within numerous organisations and businesses.

    Frans shares how some have experienced exponential growth and reached the magic level of 300%.

    This episode offers advice, tools, and direction in what is required in your organisation to achieve goals.

    The methodology increases efficiency without sacrificing jobs and has even helped to stimulate employment, including recruiting top talent. BITSING has also boosted employee performance, changed stakeholder behaviour, and optimised work-life balance.

    More about Frans here:

    https://bitsing.com/get-started/

    The book is available here:

    https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/906369413X/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_U_.NukCb37NKP85

    Other shows like this here:

    http://www.theinnovationshow.io/2018/04/14/ep-96-start-reverse-andre-wiringa/

    51 min
  • EP 137: The Positive Potential of Cannabis and CBD with Sebastián Marincolo PhD
    “The legalisation of marijuana is not a dangerous experiment – the prohibition is the experiment, and it has failed dramatically, with millions of victims all around the world.” ― Sebastián Marincolo
    The work today’s guests is based on a vast body of knowledge and represents a new methodology for researching the potential of the marijuana high. It is informed by the philosophy of mind, the cognitive sciences, psychology, chemistry, neurobiology and a systematic analysis of hundreds of anecdotal reports. It blends hard science with the warmth of human experience and a deep appreciation for the complexity of human consciousness.
    While medical cannabis is capturing most of the attention at the moment, the vast majority of users – an estimated 85% - are interested in the high; first and foremost.
    Our guest wants to know how the high can spur creative thinking, deepen empathic understanding, help with many illnesses, enhance the ways we pay attention, or bring hidden memories to the fore. Cannabis has always been able to do some of these things, Rather than dwelling on the supposed dangers of cannabis – none of which have ever been proven – he’s asking a far more intriguing question: How can we use it to enhance our existence?
    Prohibition prevents independent, expert information on cannabis biology, strains, genetics and growing from entering the mainstream media. Furthermore, many users have even been actively misled by criminal dealers who take advantage of prohibition and the lack of knowledge on the side of consumers to sell them cheaply produced, low-grade marijuana – sometimes laced and weighted with dangerous substances – under the name of superior strains.
    It is for these reasons we welcome today’s guest: philosopher, consciousness researcher, creative director, photographer and author of “High - insights on Marijuana” and “What Hashish Did To Walter Benjamin" Sebastian Marincolo PhD.
    We talk:
    The Science behind Marijuana and CBD
    The Endocannabinoid System
    CBD
    Prohibition
    Legalisation
    The impact on health
    Autism
    Empathy
    Creativity
    Imagination
    Hyperfocus
    Memory Retrieval
    Pattern Recognition
    Focused Attention
    Alzheimer's
    Parkinsons
    PTSD
    Anxiety
    How to get high properly,
    Vaping vs smoking and much more
    More about Sebastian here: http://www.sebastianmarincolo.de/
    45 min
  • EP 137: The Positive Potential of Marijuana and CBD with Sebastián Marincolo PhD

    "The legalisation of marijuana is not a dangerous experiment – the prohibition is the experiment, and it has failed dramatically, with millions of victims all around the world." ― Sebastián Marincolo

    The work today's guests is based on a vast body of knowledge and represents a new methodology for researching the potential of the marijuana high. It is informed by the philosophy of mind, the cognitive sciences, psychology, chemistry, neurobiology and a systematic analysis of hundreds of anecdotal reports. It blends hard science with the warmth of human experience and a deep appreciation for the complexity of human consciousness.

    While medical cannabis is capturing most of the attention at the moment, the vast majority of users – an estimated 85% - are interested in the high; first and foremost.

    Our guest wants to know how the high can spur creative thinking, deepen empathic understanding, help with many illnesses, enhance the ways we pay attention, or bring hidden memories to the fore. Cannabis has always been able to do some of these things, Rather than dwelling on the supposed dangers of cannabis – none of which have ever been proven – he's asking a far more intriguing question: How can we use it to enhance our existence?

    Prohibition prevents independent, expert information on cannabis biology, strains, genetics and growing from entering the mainstream media. Furthermore, many users have even been actively misled by criminal dealers who take advantage of prohibition and the lack of knowledge on the side of consumers to sell them cheaply produced, low-grade marijuana – sometimes laced and weighted with dangerous substances – under the name of superior strains.

    It is for these reasons we welcome today's guest: philosopher, consciousness researcher, creative director, photographer and author of "High - insights on Marijuana" and "What Hashish Did To Walter Benjamin" Sebastian Marincolo PhD.

    We talk:

    • The Science behind Marijuana and CBD
    • The Endocannabinoid System
    • CBD
    • Prohibition
    • Legalisation
    • The impact on health
    • Autism
    • Empathy
    • Creativity
    • Imagination
    • Hyperfocus
    • Memory Retrieval
    • Pattern Recognition
    • Focused Attention
    • Alzheimer's
    • Parkinsons
    • PTSD
    • Anxiety
    • How to get high properly,
    • Vaping vs smoking and much more

    More about Sebastian here: http://www.sebastianmarincolo.de/

    45 min
  • EP 136: "Even Eagles Need a Push" with thought leader, speaker and bestselling author David McNally
    Discover your strengths, live your dreams! Let go of fear. Discover your true sense of purpose. Live the life you've only imagined!
    Maximise your creative potential. Find success with dignity. Deal with personal crises.
    Why does the thrill of soaring begin with the fear of falling?
    How can you overcome that fear and dare to live?
    Today’s guest shares some solutions. He has spent over 30 years working with leaders aligning their organisations to inspire individuals, teams, and hundreds, even thousands of people in various settings. He has captured his insights as an entrepreneur, speaker, author and film producer to share the powerful transformation that occurs when people share a common purpose. He has discovered that the key to real growth and profitability is purposeful leaders who build inspiring organisations and iconic brands. His mission is straightforward and clear: To provide people with the knowledge, skills and inspiration to perform at their best.
    He is the author of the bestselling books, The Eagle’s Secret– Success Strategies for Thriving at Work and in Life, The Push - Unleashing the Power of Encouragement, My Sacred Journey Through Cancer. 
    His co-authored book, Be Your Own Brand, also a bestseller, is in its second edition and is now used by many business schools to address the importance of building a strong personal brand.
    His latest book is "Mark of an Eagle—How Your Life Changes the World", which was released last year. It is the third in the eagle trilogy.
    Also, an award-winning producer, he has produced two highly praised, inspirational films, The Power of Purpose and If I Were Brave.
    The focus for this episode is his bestseller “Even Eagles Need a Push: Learning to Soar in a Changing World”
    We welcome David McNally.
    We talk:
    Confidence
    Overcoming setbacks
    Thinking
    The Inner Critic
    Goals
    Purpose
    Mission
    Contribution
    Forgiveness
    Vision
    Commitment
    Legacy
     
    More about David here:
    https://www.davidmcnally.com/
    40 min
  • EP 136: Even Eagles Need a Push: Learning to Soar in a Changing World with thought leader, speaker and bestselling author David McNally

    Discover your strengths, live your dreams! Let go of fear. Discover your true sense of purpose. Live the life you've only imagined!

    Maximise your creative potential. Find success with dignity. Deal with personal crises.

    Why does the thrill of soaring begin with the fear of falling?

    How can you overcome that fear and dare to live?

    Today's guest shares some solutions. He has spent over 30 years working with leaders aligning their organisations to inspire individuals, teams, and hundreds, even thousands of people in various settings. He has captured his insights as an entrepreneur, speaker, author and film producer to share the powerful transformation that occurs when people share a common purpose. He has discovered that the key to real growth and profitability is purposeful leaders who build inspiring organisations and iconic brands. His mission is straightforward and clear: To provide people with the knowledge, skills and inspiration to perform at their best.

    He is the author of the bestselling books, The Eagle's Secret– Success Strategies for Thriving at Work and in Life, The Push - Unleashing the Power of Encouragement, My Sacred Journey Through Cancer.

    His co-authored book, Be Your Own Brand, also a bestseller, is in its second edition and is now used by many business schools to address the importance of building a strong personal brand.

    His latest book is "Mark of an Eagle—How Your Life Changes the World", which was released last year. It is the third in the eagle trilogy.

    Also, an award-winning producer, he has produced two highly praised, inspirational films, The Power of Purpose and If I Were Brave.

    The focus for this episode is his bestseller "Even Eagles Need a Push: Learning to Soar in a Changing World"

    We welcome David McNally.

    We talk:

    • Confidence
    • Overcoming setbacks
    • Thinking
    • The Inner Critic
    • Goals
    • Purpose
    • Mission
    • Contribution
    • Forgiveness
    • Vision
    • Commitment
    • Legacy

    More about David here:

    https://www.davidmcnally.com/

    40 min

About The Innovation Show

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The Innovation Show is a business innovation podcast hosted by Aidan McCullen, recipient of the 2025 Thinkers50 Innovation Award and author of Undisruptable. Each week Aidan interviews the authors, researchers and practitioners reshaping how organisations think about innovation, leadership, change and reinvention.

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