Creativity matters!

What does it mean to live well in a world obsessed with speed, productivity, and constant activity? In this inspiring episode, I speak with philosopher and writer Joke Hermsen about creativity, hope, time, identity, and the importance of making space for reflection in our lives. Drawing on philosophy, literature, art, and lived experience, Hermsen offers a powerful alternative to the culture of bu...

In this episode, I speak with businessman and art collector Christian Ringnes about what happens when a deeply personal passion becomes part of a shared urban environment.  We reflect on the role of private initiative in shaping public space, and on how individual vision can contribute to collective identity. Moving beyond questions of art or development alone, this conversation explores the...

In this episode, we delve into Deep Ocean's internal culture and processes for innovation, exploring how they generate and select ideas, as well as their approach to overcoming challenges. Andries shares insights into the importance of cross-functional collaboration and engagement with external stakeholders in driving innovation forward. We also explore Deep Ocean's commitment to sustainability, u...

In this episode, Abby Litchfield, Community Manager at Network for Business Sustainability (NBS) , takes us on a journey through NBS's dedicated efforts in shaping business sustainability over the last 15 years. Gain insights into innovative projects where NBS seamlessly integrates arts and music, in particular, to not only raise awareness but also drive meaningful action in the realm of sustainab...

In this episode, we delve into the dynamic world of museums, their evolving roles, and the transformative impact of emerging technologies. Our guest today is Patricia Buffa, Director of Digital Strategy at the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco. In this captivating conversation, Patricia unveils how museums have transcended their traditional role of preserving art. We explore how they are now at t...

In this episode, we dive deep into the world of Polestar with Kristin Fjeld, Head of Communications at this groundbreaking electric vehicle manufacturer. Polestar, known for its seamless fusion of Swedish design elegance and cutting-edge technology, is setting the standard for sustainable, high-performance electric vehicles. In this interview, Kristin takes us on a journey through Polestar's commi...

In this episode, we have the privilege of sitting down with Harri Paananen, the Director in charge of leading the Economic Development and Employment Unit of second largest city of Finland, Espoo. If you're curious about how one of the most influential innovation ecosystems in the Scandinavian countries operates, then this interview is a must-listen. Harri is at the forefront of Espoo's dynamic ec...

Luca Bargagli shares his journey: from his first work experiences in Paris at RFR (an international multi-award winning structural engineering firm), to the projects carried out at Snøhetta (the pioneering international architecture, landscape architecture, interior design and brand design company), up to the current work at NORDIC - Office of Architecture. In this conversation, Luca illustra...

Today's guest will surprise us in illustrating how creativity is central even in a sector that we probably would not have associated with it, that of naval engineering. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Giovanni Dolci, Head of Global Sales at IMAX Corporation, reveals his recipe for innovating in one of the most important entertainment technology businesses: IMAX Corporation, a company specializing in motion-picture technologies and large-format motion-picture presentations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mauro Porcini, SVP & Chief Design Officer at PepsiCo - the largest food & beverage company in North America, with brands available in over 200 countries and over 300.000 employs - tells us how innovation is all about people and the importance of design in imagining and developing meaningful solutions for people's present and future needs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inf...

Andrea Cottini, Member of the Executive Board and Operations Director of one of the major Italian fashion companies active in the global market, shares his long international work experience, developed for over 20 years, in the fashion and luxury industry and offers his advice on how to create a work environment that can empower imagination and thus facilitate the emergence of new ideas . Hosted o...

Lamberto Siega tells us about his journey: from working as consultant for a big four to becoming Marketing and Digital Director for his favorite football team: AC Milan. The conversation clearly shows the importance of teamwork not only on the football field but also in the management of the club. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.