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Matt Clifford is the CEO and co-founder of the world's leading talent investor, Entrepreneur First, which helps people launch a tech startup from scratch. In this episode we discuss: - The current state of talent allocation including whether there are too many entrepreneurs - What's causing the slowdown in innovation in the West and how to halt it - The tough problem of organising genius and successful attempts to do it We also talk about the role of government vs business in solving big problems and how the startup ecosystem has been affected by COVID-19.

Olly Richards is a language learning expert and entrepreneur, who speaks 8 languages and runs the hugely successful blog and podcast I Will Teach You A Language. In this episode we discuss topics on building an expert business including: - How to brand yourself to stand out in a crowded marketplace - How to build your audience so you can reach your first students - How to create and launch a course to make your first money online So if you want to start a thriving online business, build an engaged audience and launch a successful course, this episode has you covered.

Jeff Cobb is the bestselling author of the book, Leading The Learning Revolution and the founder of Tagoras, a learning consultancy. In this episode we discuss:  - The impact of COVID 19 on adult learning and higher education - The need to address disruption and displacement in employment - The secret to running good virtual events and learning experiences So if you want to get up to speed with the latest in online learning, this episode has you covered.

Andreas M. Antonopoulos is a leading Bitcoin and open blockchain expert and bestselling author. In this episode we discuss: -The implications of the crisis for the global economy and people like you -The future of crypto including Bitcoin and different DeFi projects -The tradeoff between government control and individual liberties So whether you want to find out what all this economic craziness means for you, or whether it’s a good time to dip your toe into the crypto space, this episode has you covered. 

Stephen Kosslyn is the President and CEO of Foundry College and one of the world’s most respected cognitive scientists with four decades of experience at Stanford and Harvard. In this episode we discuss: The implications of the coronavirus for online learning, including the limitations of Zoom lectures Why Foundry College chose the future proof skills they teach when forming their curriculum The need for lifelong learning programs and how you should be learning throughout your adult life So whether you want to understand the educational implications of the current crisis and the future-proof skills you should be learning or get insight into the current state of online education, this episode has you covered. 

Caroline Crampton is a podcaster, writer and media commentator. In this episode we discuss: - What Caroline looks for in a good podcast and her current listening habits - The business of media and why podcasts are growing so fast - How to make creative work that builds a loyal audience So if you’re keen to learn more about podcasting, writing and the creative process, this episode has you covered.

Daisy Christodoulou is the author of the new book 'Teachers vs Tech?’ and the Director of Education at No More Marking. In episode we discuss: - Why technology isn’t neutral, despite what Silicon Valley want you to believe  - Daisy’s feedback on my ideas about the key 21st century skills - The companies and people that Daisy admires in the learning and education space This episode will help you reflect on how you use technology in your learning and point you towards some amazing thinkers and companies in the EdTech space.

Daisy Christodoulou is the author of the new book 'Teachers vs Tech?’ and the Director of Education at No More Marking. In episode we discuss: - How tech can help improve education through adaptive learning and spaced repetition - Why teaching facts is still important for foundational knowledge  - The bad ideas behind edtech disasters including a Pearson-Apple collaboration This episode will give you insight into the learning process and dispel the myths that are harming the way we think about education. 

Warren Shaeffer is the CEO and Co-Founder of Knowable, an audio-first learning platform. In this episode we discuss: - How to launch a startup including finding a co-founder and building a product- The audio revolution and why audio first learning has so much potential- The importance of expertise and how to select for it on the internet So whether you’re looking to supercharge your learning or find experts you can trust, this has you covered.   

Julian Treasure is sound and communication expert, acclaimed TED Speaker and the founder of The Sound Agency. In this episode we discuss: - How a recent health scare altered Julian’s perspective on life and work - Julian’s tips for effective public speaking, based on his five TED talks- The future of audio and what the current revolution means for you Julian is a true master of his craft so if you’re looking to improve as a communicator and speak so people want to listen you’ll get a lot out of this episode.

Roei Deutsch is the CEO of Jolt, a Business School for the self-made that gives you a competitive advantage from day one. In this episode we discuss: - The learning best practices used by the military intelligence unit in the IDF - The key insights about communication from a political campaign- The skills knowledge workers need to thrive in the 21st century This conversation was a packed full of useful ideas that will make you reflect on how you’re approaching your learning and what you can do better.

Dr John Collins is an innovation consultant, technologist and entrepreneur. In this episode we discuss: - How to become a polymath and productively spread time across projects- The future of synthetic biology and the innovations emerging from the field- John’s approach to tapping in to creativity individually and in groups The conversation also covers the ethics of technological progress and the problems with linear thinking and will help inspire you to reconnect with your natural curiosity.

Nelson Sivalingam is the Founder and CEO of HowNow, a learning platform that helps organisations onboard and upskill their teams in the flow of work. In this episode we discuss: - How Nelson learned film and video production by following his curiosity - How to learn more effectively at work and what HowNow does to facilitate this- The skills Nelson believes people need to thrive in the 21st century Whatever career path you’re on, this episode will give you some great insights into how you can learn more effectively on the job to improve your performance.

David Perell is a writer and educator on a mission to transform our relationship with information. In this episode we discuss: - The future of media and David’s idea of Naked Brands - Why identity is the key to transformative learning experiences - Why knowledge workers should train more like athletes and how to do it This conversation will give you a fresh perspective on learning and teach you how to leverage the power of the internet to accelerate your career. 

Martin Schmalz is an Associate Professor of Finance at Oxford’s Saïd Business School. He is also the co-author of the book The Business of Big Data: How to Create Lasting Value in the Age of AI. In this episode we discuss: - The mainstream narrative around AI and what you actually need to know - The uniquely human skills you should be developing to thrive in a world with AI- How the business of big data affects your privacy and what to do about it Regardless of your understanding of AI, this episode will give you a lot to chew on and get you thinking critically about the way you learn and live with technology.

Alex Dunsdon is an Investment Partner at Saatchi Invest, Chief of Staff at e-commerce platform RedBrain and all-round curious person. In this episode, the main theme is the overlap between understanding your self and doing great work. We discuss: - Alex’s recent career shift and the personal realisations behind it - My experience in the last year and what I’ve learned about how I work- The power of imagination and why ideas rule the world This conversation will be really useful if you’re looking to make a career change but even if you’re happy with what you’re doing there’s loads of great insights that will help you do better work and question the world around you.

Eric Partaker is the Co-Founder and CEO of Mexican restaurant chain Chilango and a High Performance Coach. In this episode we discuss: The major problem with most approaches to personal development The relationship between identity, emotion and habit formation How to integrate the high performance mindset into all areas of your life So whatever aspect of life you’re looking to improve, this episode will give you all you need and much more.

Eric Partaker is the Co-Founder and CEO of Mexican restaurant chain Chilango and a High Performance Coach. In this episode we discuss: - The importance of building career capital and how Eric did this at McKinsey and Skype - The art of branding and how Eric applied this at Chilango - How Chilango became one of the most successfully crowdfunded businesses of all time So whether you’re looking to take your career to the next level or upgrade your business, this episode will give you all you need and more.

Josh Kaufman is an entrepreneur and the bestselling author of The Personal MBA, The First 20 Hours and How To Fight a Hydra. In this episode we discuss: The benefits of fiction and non-fiction for promoting behaviour change Dealing with practical concerns when pursuing your dreams The skills that Josh stuck with after writing the First 20 Hours This was a wide-ranging and multi-disciplinary conversation with lots of great insights whether you want to start your own business or learn a new skill.

Niko Bonatsos is the Managing Director at General Catalyst Partners an early stage venture capital fund specialising in Series A and B tech startups. In this episode we discuss: How Niko harnessed the power of serendipity as a student in multiple countries Why Niko wants the founder he invests in to be learning animals and how he identifies this The current state of the conversation in Silicon Valley We also discuss Niko’s investment in Snapchat which IPOd with a $28 billion valuation so this was a great episode packed full of useful insights about all things tech.