The Good Ideas Club

In this episode of The Good Ideas Club, Dan and Alex boldly reveal the results of their StrengthScope analysis to identify not only their individual strengths, but to see how complimentary they are as founders of INSO.....This episode was led by expert strengths-based coach Michelle Winn, founder of Peak Positive and strategic partner of INSO.Enjoy! #podcast #founder #profile #strengths #coaching...

In this electric episode of The Good Ideas Club we’re joined by Jennifer Stretton — mountain leader, multiple nonprofit founder, and the driving force behind the newly formed World Climate Relay. From conquering the French Alps to global climate action, Jen shares how she went from working in marketing to building initiatives focused on what really matters: effective, high-impact change. This conv...

In this episode of The Good Ideas Club we speak to serial innovator and tech leader Areiel Wolonow, where we unpack an important question...𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗱𝗼𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗹𝗼𝗼𝗸 𝗹𝗶𝗸𝗲 𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗻 𝗯𝗹𝗼𝗰𝗸𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗶𝗻, 𝗔𝗜 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗾𝘂𝗮𝗻𝘁𝘂𝗺 𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆 𝗰𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗱𝗲, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝘄𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘄𝗶𝗹𝗹 𝗶𝘁 𝗺𝗲𝗮𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝗵𝘂𝗺𝗮𝗻 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻 𝗶𝘁? Join us on this dynamic and exciting conversation that most experts can't or won't even touch. The Good Ideas Club Podcastwww.inso...

Ladies and Gentlemen, boys and girls, take your seats please as Marc Cohen joins The Good Ideas Club! VC wizard, AI pioneer, stand-up comic unleashing raw truths on founders, exits, and innovation chaos. Ex-trader turned Unbundled VC, Marc dives deep on spotting outliers, Runna’s explosive rise, and why AI’s no bubble. Key Sparks • Cambridge math to poker AI crushing academia – early reinforcement...

This is the first mini series episode of the The Good Ideas Club podcast where hosts Alex and Dan have less than 30 minutes with an expert to drill into a hot topic! This episode is all about The Vibecoder's Dilemma and a future where building tech is no longer a bottleneck, but knowing what to build becomes even more important. How would an all human team compete with an all AI team if they w...

In S2E3 of The Good Ideas Club, Tim Leake of Let's Lightbulb unpacks his “five facets of FAST” framework - 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗸 𝗳𝗮𝘀𝘁, 𝗰𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗮𝗯𝗼𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗳𝗮𝘀𝘁, 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗳𝗮𝘀𝘁, 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻 𝗳𝗮𝘀𝘁, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝗳𝗮𝘀𝘁 - and explains how teams can make speed their unfair advantage without descending into chaos. We explore the paradox at the heart of modern work: sometimes you have to slow down to map the route, so you can move much fast...

Ever wondered what makes a GREAT leader tick? In this explosive episode of The Good Ideas Club powered by INSO, we pick the brains of Phil Eyre (founder of Leaders) and Karina Hodgson (Leadership Director) on turning data into self-awareness superpowers, nailing tough convos, and why pizza Fridays won’t save your team! Leadership Gold Nuggets • Self-lead first: Mirror up daily - know your values i...

Alex and Dan sit down with Tim Marshall - bestselling author of Prisoners of Geography and former foreign correspondent - to discuss why geography still rules the world, even in space. From satellite warfare and AI-driven conflict to the race for the Moon's South Pole, Tim explains how mountains, rivers, and Lagrange points shape everything from wars to where we can have babies. Plus: why nati...

For the Season 1 finale, the hosts become the guests. INSO founders Dan Wood and Alex Bezuidenhout flip the script to reveal the untold story behind INSO - how it started, what they’ve learned from CEOs, Google executives, and innovators worldwide, and why every great idea begins with people.

In this episode of The Good Ideas Club , we sit down with Ben Legg - the former COO of Google Europe , ex-McKinsey consultant, British Army officer, and the strategist who helped write the playbook for how Google makes money. Ben’s career has spanned the battlefield, the boardroom, and the cutting edge of tech – from turning around Coca-Cola’s billion-dollar operations in India to now co-founding...

Join Jo Haigh , the deal-making powerhouse behind 400+ business transactions, as she shares hard-won lessons on M&A, boardroom leadership, and building empires with kindness. Discover how this Yorkshire entrepreneur went from back-bedroom startup to Employee Ownership Trust pioneer – and why she still checks the milk jug before important meetings. A masterclass in resilient leadership for foun...

In this captivating episode of  The Good Ideas Club , we sit down with  James Hunt - actor, BBC newsreader, and the man who brought  Draco Malfoy  to life on London’s West End stage in  Harry Potter and the Cursed Child . With over two decades in the industry, from Shakespearean theatres to TV studios, James unravels the magic behind  storytelling, authenticity, and the power of performance - both...

In this episode, we dive into the art of networking with David and Marc, co-authors of The Ripple Effect. Their book explores how authentic relationships and diverse networks can transform lives and careers. From David’s journey as a Japanese Canadian overcoming historical adversity to Marc’s vibrant career in politics and business from Niagara Falls, their stories bridge divides and offer practic...

Join Stuart Talbot, a 25-year finance veteran, as he unpacks the tightrope walk of leading in the age of AI. Stuart explores why  human grit  beats automation in building resilient teams, how to navigate communication chaos, and why purpose—not profit—fuels lasting success. Perfect for leaders craving strategies that blend tech, trust, and timeless wisdom.

Adaptability isn’t just a skill—it’s a race against time. Executive coach Terez Rijkenberg reveals how leaders can harness emotional intelligence to build resilient teams, reframe failure, and drive real innovation. Learn the neuroscience behind resistance and the 7-35-58 communication rule for leading through change.

In this episode of The Good Ideas Club , we sit down with James Lang , military strategist turned AI pioneer and CEO of It Matters . James shares his vision for the future of human-centric AI, tackling big questions about trust, automation, and the balance of power in a tech-driven world. Join us as we explore how AI is shaping leadership, society, and what it means to stay in control as algorithm...

Meet Nico Bezuidenhout , a true industry disruptor who didn’t just challenge the status quo in aviation—he completely redefined it. With over 20 years as a CEO , Nico has built and led multiple airlines , revolutionized business models, and shattered boundaries in an industry known for its resistance to change.

Welcome to Episode #1 of The Good Ideas Club by INSO: where big ideas spark even bigger conversations! The podcast for creative and curious innovators and leaders. In this episode you’ll meet Dan Wood and Alex Bezuidenhout - the founders of INSO. You’ll also learn what INSO is, where it came from, what it offers and what it stands for. www.inso.gg