Danny Nathan
Innovate, Disrupt, or Die!
Featuring guests from across the innovation ecosystem, the podcast extends our already unique perspective into a more conversational space. Episodes delve into the realities of today’s innovation landscape, seeking out insights, tales, and tips from the folks who are deep in the trenches. We host conversations with startup founders, corporate innovators, and venture builders about: • What does innovation mean to you? • How have you seen orgs structure (or strangle) innovation teams¥ • Dealing with the clash between corporate scale and startup speed • How to spot disruption before it hits • Doe...
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Apr 23, 2026
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Episodes
Innovate, Disrupt, or Die | How Mike Todasco Built Innovation Into Paypal 23.04.2026 42:46
The conversation with Mike Tedasko delves into the journey of innovation, the role of augmented reality at PayPal, defining and encouraging innovation, cultivating a culture of innovation, establishing innovation capability, and the impact of innovatio...
Innovate, Disrupt, or Die: Why Kate Kalcevich Advocates for Accessibility 09.04.2026 40:25
Kate Kalcevich discusses her evolution into an innovation role at Fable and the company's service offerings. She also shares insights on Fable's innovation strategy, autonomy, culture of innovation, experimentation, gathering ideas, and outcomes. The c...
Innovate, Disrupt, or Die | How Dr. David Fried Cultivates Fanatical Customers 26.03.2026 35:52
Dr. David Fried discusses the concepts of continuous improvement and innovation, the culture of innovation, organizational behavior, practical application of continuous improvement, innovation metrics and frameworks, organizational ambidexterity, spin ...
Innovate, Disrupt, or Die | How Dan Keldsen Differentiates Big vs. Little "I" Innovation 10.03.2026 36:27
What does innovation look like when it actually changes how work gets done? In this episode, Danny Nathan sits down with Dan Keldsen to talk about human-centric automation, adaptive learning, and why too many companies still rely on people to patch bro...
Innovate, Disrupt, or Die | Why Innovation Will Force Us to Evolve as a Species 26.02.2026 35:27
Summary: In this insightful interview, Rick Meekins shares his expertise on business transformation, innovation, and leadership. Discover practical strategies for fostering a culture of innovation, leveraging technology, and implementing effective chan...
Innovate, Disrupt, or Die | What This Innovator is Doing to Change the Future of Education 12.02.2026 34:06
Summary In this episode, Steve Iglesias discusses the evolution of education and the importance of innovation in preparing students for the future. He emphasizes the need for relevant education that inspires students to solve real-world problems and th...
Innovate, Disrupt, or Die | Innovating from Zero at a Global Cosmetics Retailer 29.01.2026 36:00
Summary In this episode, Danny Nathan interviews Michelle Paczinski, a technologist with extensive experience in innovation and technology, particularly in the retail sector. They discuss the differences between corporate and startup environments, the ...
Innovate, Disrupt, or Die | How Neil Goodrich Went from PI to CIO 15.01.2026 36:07
Summary In this episode, Neil Goodrich shares his unique journey from a private investigator to an innovator in the technology space. He discusses the importance of product design, the role of innovation within IT, and how to foster a culture that enco...
Innovate, Disrupt, or Die | How One Man Changed the Face of Healthcare Innovation in S. America 18.12.2025 37:10
Summary In this episode, Danny Nathan interviews Ricardo Silva, who shares his extensive background in innovation, healthcare technology, and his journey from Venezuela to the US. Ricardo discusses his early career, including leading the national Y2K p...
Innovate, Disrupt, or Die | How Wissem Maazoun is Using AI to Design the City of Tomorrow 04.12.2025 38:17
Summary In this episode, Danny Nathan interviews Wissem Maazoun, who shares his journey in innovation from academia to industry, focusing on the development of BusPas, a company revolutionizing smart mobility. Wissem discusses the importance of real-ti...
Innovate, Disrupt, or Die | How Jerry Grunewald Helps Teams Free-Up Time for Innovation & Personal Growth 13.11.2025 31:34
Summary In this episode, Danny Nathan speaks with Jerry Grunwald, a seasoned chemist with extensive experience in the chemicals industry. They discuss the balance between R&D and operations, the importance of customer engagement in product development,...
Innovate, Disrupt, or Die | Innovation is Creativity Expressed, Manufactured, and Consumed 30.10.2025 31:19
Summary In this episode, Danny Nathan speaks with David Peterson, Chief Innovation Officer at First National Bankers Bank, about the evolving landscape of banking and the importance of innovation. They discuss the unique role of a banker's bank, the ge...
Innovate, Disrupt, or Die | What You Can Learn About Innovation By Winning CES Best of Show. 3x. 16.10.2025 35:55
Summary In this episode, Danny Nathan interviews Jeremy Toeman, founder of Augie and a veteran in the tech industry. They discuss Jeremy's journey through various tech innovations, including the creation of the Slingbox, and the lessons learned along t...
Innovate, Disrupt, or Die | Why Adam Zuckerman is Building an Ecosystem Around End-of-Life Planning 02.10.2025 37:29
Summary In this episode, Danny Nathan interviews Adam Zuckerman, who shares his diverse background in innovation and entrepreneurship. Adam discusses his journey in founding Buried in Work, a platform that simplifies estate planning and end-of-life tas...
Innovate, Disrupt, or Die | Why Jeremy Thomas Believes the Future of Innovation is Regenerative 18.09.2025 38:09
Summary In this episode, Danny Nathan interviews Jeremy Thomas, a regenerative innovation specialist, who discusses his journey from environmental economics to developing a framework for regenerative innovation. Jeremy explains the concept of regenerat...
Innovate, Disrupt, or Die | What Jason Park Learned in Corporate Innovation That's Helping Him Build Smarter at Startup Speed 04.09.2025 33:16
Summary In this episode of the Innovate, Disrupt or Die podcast, Danny Nathan interviews Jason Park, who shares his unique journey from the gaming industry to corporate innovation. Jason discusses his experiences at MetLife's Innovation Lab and Cincinn...
Innovate, Disrupt, or Die | What Nate Valentin Learned About Building a Culture That Embraces Discomfort 21.08.2025 34:53
Summary In this episode, Danny Nathan interviews Nate Valentin, VP of Innovation at Adams Corp, discussing the significance of innovation in manufacturing. They explore how Adams Corp integrates hardware and software solutions to address client needs, ...
Innovate, Disrupt, or Die | What Jason Voiovich Can Teach You About the History of Innovation 05.08.2025 40:10
Summary In this episode, Danny Nathan interviews Jason Voiovich, an innovation historian, who shares insights on how historical innovators can inform modern practices. They discuss the importance of learning from the past, particularly during challengi...
Innovate, Disrupt, or Die! | How Jared Neutel Supports Operators In Building What's Next 22.07.2025 54:44
Summary: Join Danny Nathan as he sits down with Jared Neutel, CEO of Neutech, to explore the journey of building a successful staff augmentation agency. From humble beginnings to working with Fortune 500 companies, Jared shares insights on innovation, ...
Innovate, Disrupt, or Die! | Why Ty Gray Is Bringing Digital Innovation to the Roofing Industry 14.07.2025 38:27
Summary In this episode, Ty Gray, Chief Innovation Officer at Cathedral Roofing Innovations, discusses his journey in the roofing industry and the importance of digital transformation. He shares insights on how innovation can reshape traditional indust...
Innovate, Disrupt, or Die! | How Bri Brennan is Using AI to Redesign Mental Health Care 26.06.2025 41:24
Summary In this episode of Innovate, Disrupt or Die, host Danny Nathan speaks with Bri Brennan, Chief Innovation Officer at OnTrak Health. They discuss the intersection of technology and healthcare, particularly in the realm of behavioral health. Bri s...
Innovate, Disrupt, or Die | How Alex Fleischer Helps Corporates Find the Right Startup Match 12.06.2025 33:24
Summary In this episode, Danny Nathan speaks with Alex Fleischer from Capgemini about the role of the Applied Innovation Exchange in fostering innovation within large corporations. They discuss the importance of connecting startups with corporate clien...
Innovate, Disrupt, or Die | Why JT White, Co-Founder of Aug X Labs, Hates the Word "Disrupt" 24.05.2025 48:06
Summary In this episode of the Innovate Disrupt or Die podcast, host Danny Nathan speaks with JT White, co-founder of AugX Labs, about the intersection of innovation, disruption, and product management. They discuss the democratization of video creatio...
Innovate, Disrupt, or Die | Danny Nathan 15.05.2025 26:31
Summary In this conversation, Danny Nathan discusses the intricacies of innovation and disruption within organizations. He emphasizes the importance of a holistic approach to innovation, the challenges faced by corporate entities, and the necessity of ...
Innovate, Disrupt, or Die | Trailer 07.05.2025 2:23
Summary In this conversation, Danny Nathan discusses the intricacies of innovation and disruption within organizations. He emphasizes the importance of a holistic approach to innovation, the challenges faced by corporate entities, and the necessity of ...
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