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The Learning Curve with Kenny
"The Learning Curve with Kenny" is a pioneering podcast series promoting new thinking in enterprise learning. Hosted by imc's very own Kenneth Littlepage, a highly experienced learning expert, the monthly podcast series delivers exciting interviews with HR and learning professionals, innovation managers, and other thinkers at the forefront of modern training techniques. Each episode lasts between 45 and 60 minutes.
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Episodes
Season 2 Episode 4: Using AI to sync community college programs with real workforce demand with Debra McCusker 17.02.2026 56:21
Using AI to keep courses aligned with real job openings. Debra McCusker shares her insights in how she created an AI tool to help her with this task and it impacts.
Season 2 Episode 3: What High School Classrooms Get Right About Leadership in the Age of AI with Nicholas Kurian 17.02.2026 51:34
Even in an “AI-crazy” world, Nicholas Kurian argues that leadership remains a fundamentally human act one honed best in the messiness of real classroom problems.
Season 2 Episode 2: Custom vs. Ready-Made: How AI Is Reshaping Learning Content with Craig Simon 17.02.2026 53:16
Is AI finally breaking the wall between custom-built and ready-made learning content? Craig Simon provides his insights to this question and more questions on AI in the L&D world.
Season 2 Episode 1: Human Skills & AI—How Tech-Powered Training Elevates Sales with John Golden 17.02.2026 40:17
Sales training success means combining timeless fundamentals with technology, John Golden reveals how to get it right in a rapidly changing world.
Season 1 Episode 4: How Peer-to-Peer Learning Can Transform LnD 25.06.2025 34:11
Charles Thiede joins Kenny to spotlight the rise of peer-to-peer learning. They talk trust, micro-networks, and how to build cultures where people want to share, solve, and scale learning together.
Season 1 Episode 3: Is Leadership in Crisis in the Digital Age? 25.06.2025 37:31
Kenny welcomes Jeremy Blain to discuss the evolving demands on leaders in the digital age. From failing transformation strategies to the rise of vulnerability and empowerment, they explore what it truly takes to lead now.
Season 1 Episode 2: Why and How LnD Can Adopt a Marketing Mindset 25.06.2025 36:08
In this episode of The Learning Curve, Kenny speaks with Ashley Hinchcliffe about how L&D can benefit from marketing tactics—from understanding audience personas to aligning learning with business goals. Tune in for data-driven strategies that move beyond completions to true impact.
Season 1 Episode 1: Exploring Storytelling in L&D 25.06.2025 57:49
In this episode, Diego Fiche joins Kenny to explore how storytelling drives deeper learning and leadership. From cultural memory to emotional triggers, they unpack why stories matter—and how L&D leaders can wield them with purpose.
#12: Onboarding New Talent: From University to Industry 27.11.2024 1:06:11
In this episode of The Learning Curve, Kenny is joined not by one but by two guests: Prof. Peter Konhäusner, VP of Gisma University, and Jeffery Lovejoy, Talent Acquisition Team lead at GotPhoto.
#11: Applying AI to role playing learning scenarios 29.10.2024 50:03
In this episode of The Learning Curve, Kenny is joined by Kayvon Touran, the founder & CEO of Zal.ai who leads us on a journey to explore how AI is revolutionizing the learning and development (L&D) space, particularly through role-playing learning scenarios.
#10: The challenges of providing training in the manufacturing industry 16.09.2024 57:20
In this episode of The Learning Curve, Kenny has a fascinating conversation with Eckhart Jensen, an HR and training expert who has worked with industry giants like Daimler and now leads HR Act in Singapore. Eckhart shares his journey from being the youngest Head of Training and Development in the German chemical industry to his pivotal role in the Daimler-Chrysler merger. He provides a behind-the-...
#09: Change management: business leaders as the catalyst for change 18.06.2024 58:06
Gunnar shares his two decades of experience in human resources and consulting, emphasizing the importance of understanding desired outcomes and maintaining transparent communication. He highlights the need for early engagement, addressing concerns, and involving all stakeholders to meet organizational goals. The conversation covers challenges like resistance to change and sustaining momentum, advo...
#08: Use cases for AI in L&D 23.04.2024 1:13:48
Hear thought-provoking insights into the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in the learning and development (L&D) in our latest episode of "The Learning Curve". Host Kenny welcomes Adam Barty, Managing Director of Revium, a leading boutique digital consulting firm specialising in innovative technological solutions. Together, they embark on an insightful discussion exploring AI's transformative po...
#07: The power of soft skills in the age of AI 22.02.2024 1:08:33
CEO and Founder of Growthcave. Matthew Doig delves into the shifts, challenges and transformations brought about by AI, highlighting the need for both companies and individuals to prioritise soft skills for success amidst technological advancements. Within our organisations, we need to look more than just what benefits AI will bring us, but also at the people using the AI. In discussion the discus...
#06: Future skills 18.01.2024 1:12:01
The latest episode of The Learning Curve with Kenny features an exciting special guest. Assel Mussagaliyeva-Tang, founder and chief learning officer of EDUTech Future, provides customised education, training, consulting, and coaching programmes for individuals and organisations. Together with Kenny, Assel delves into the topic of future skills. Assel sets out how important it is for companies...
#05: Training as a key pillar to the operation of safe and efficient ships 13.12.2023 58:15
Devesh Gautam, L&D Superintendent at OSM Thome Group, takes Kenny on a voyage through what we can learn from the safety and cross-functional training required for life at sea. In the maritime industry, safety training is of utmost importance. It covers a wide range of topics, including fire-fighting, medical assistance, and basic survival skills. All crew members, regardless of their role, are req...
#04: Empowering new Amazon executives with cultural fluency 15.11.2023 1:03:51
Learn about the importance of a shared corporate culture, as Kenny dives into the topic of hybrid onboarding at a global company on the very forefront of the cloud computing industry. William shares his insights gained from onboarding processes at AWS, highlighting the importance of learning during a new starter's first three months and Amazon's approach to shared leadership values. Discover h...
#03: What can we learn from space technology for remote training? 18.10.2023 1:06:15
No longer limited to government agencies like NASA, the cutting-edge technologies VR & AR are now accessible to a wider audience of learners. In this fascinating episode of The Learning Curve, Kenny sits down with Peter Clowes, the visionary founder of MAXART, a prominent VR/AR training technology company. Together, they explore the valuable lessons that learning and development managers can gl...
#02: Well-being training in the digital age 20.09.2023 56:46
Remote working and the challenges of the digital era have thrown up a new set of challenges. In another thought-provoking episode of The Learning Curve, Kenny talks with Todd Morgan, CEO of Outside The Locker Room (OTLR). As a charitable organisation, OTLR helps sporting clubs, schools and businesses across Australia change the game for mental health. Todd highlights the impact of technology on...
#01: Debunking learning myths 23.08.2023 54:23
Kenny and his guest Dr. Kuva Jacobs debunk popular learning myths in real-time on the podcast. Commonly shared ideas about how people learn may not be entirely accurate. Kuva provides researched and analytical insights on learning theories like The Learning Pyramid and different learning styles, revealing there is more to the story. Taking learning myths at face value can be damaging because t...
Creating award winning e-learning content 17.05.2022 49:28
What does it actually take to create high quality content? Arne Benoist takes us on the journey of it’s creation.
Creating better content for E-learning by starting at the roots, the Instructional Designers 09.02.2022 1:00:43
Having determined that better E-learining content can only happen by starting at the roots, we look at what we should expect from this next generation of e-learning creators. Bianca Ruby founder, CEO of oppidia and author discusses her insight and vision on the where the evolution of e-learning creators is headed.
Digitalization and Learning Disablities 26.08.2021 54:13
In our first ever double header podcast with Shae Wissel, mulit-talent and CEO of Deardyslexic, and Malte Arends, resident blended learning guru, we explore how learing disabilities can be positively impacted by digitalization. Shae`s recommendation within this episode: www.deardyslexic.com Maltes recommendation within this episode: https://www.looop.co/the-ld-disruption-playbook https://www.learn...
Digitalizaiton of Child and Adult Education 25.05.2021 48:27
How is digitalization of Child and Adult Education taking place? What is the current situation and what does the future hold? These and more questions will be discussed between Hester and Kenny. Driven by her deep desire to shape the future of Education along her experience of helping open two 42 Campuses make Hester the perfect discussion partner. Hester`s article recommendation within this episo...
Learning Analytics and LMS 09.03.2021 45:17
A podcast discussing the use of Learning Analytics and how these can help business make their training more effective With his extensive experience in guiding the technical vision of companies, Wolfram Jost, Board Member and CTO of imc AG helps us to understand what impact Learing Analytics has in asking the critical questions surrounding L & D within businesses.
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