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Latest Episodes
Rita McGrath on inflection points, AI-enhanced strategy, memories of the future, and the future of professional services (AC Ep76)
In this engaging discussion, futurist Ross Dawson and renowned strategy expert Rita McGrath explore the accelerating pace of change in business and the evolving nature of competitive advantage. McGrath reflects on how many of her ideas, such as transient
Christian Stadler on AI in strategy, open strategy, AI in the boardroom, and capabilities for strategy (AC Ep75)
In this episode, Ross Dawson interviews Christian Stadler to explore the intersection of AI and strategic decision-making. Christian, an advocate for open strategy, discusses how AI tools like ChatGPT can serve as valuable partners in the strategy-making
Valentina Contini on AI in innovation, multi-potentiality, AI-augmented foresight, and personas from the future (AC Ep74)
In this insightful episode, Ross Dawson speaks with Valentina Contini, a self-described "professional black sheep," about her journey as an innovation strategist and AI-augmented human. Valentina shares how AI tools are transforming creativity, foresight,
Anthea Roberts on dragonfly thinking, integrating multiple perspectives, human-AI metacognition, and cognitive renaissance (AC Ep73)
In this podcast episode, Anthea Roberts, professor and founder of Dragonfly Thinking, joins Ross Dawson to discuss how structured analytic techniques and AI can transform how we approach complex, evolving problems. Anthea shares her unconventional journey
Kevin Eikenberry on flexible leadership, both/and thinking, flexor spectrums, and skills for flexibility (AC Ep72)
In this insightful podcast episode, leadership expert Kevin Eikenberry joins Ross Dawson to discuss the core principles of Flexible Leadership: Navigate Uncertainty and Lead with Confidence. Kevin emphasizes the importance of adaptability in leadership, m
Alexandra Diening on Human-AI Symbiosis, cyberpsychology, human-centricity, and organizational leadership in AI (AC Ep71)
In this insightful podcast episode, Ross Dawson interviews Alexandra Diening, founder of the Human AI Symbiosis Alliance, to explore the evolving relationship between humans and artificial intelligence. Alexandra shares her unique journey from neuroscienc
Kevin Clark & Kyle Shannon on collective intelligence, digital twin elicitation, data collaboratives, and the evolution of content (AC Ep70)
In this insightful podcast episode, Kevin and Kyle, pioneers in leveraging generative AI, delve into how digital twins and collective intelligence are revolutionizing the way organizations collaborate and innovate. They share their journey at Content Evol
Samar Younes on pluridisciplinary art, AI as artisanal intelligence, future ancestors, and nomadic culture (AC Ep69)
In this enlightening conversation, futurist and creative catalyst Samar Younes joins Ross Dawson to discuss the power of art and artificial intelligence in shaping culture and identity. With a background in architecture and public art, Samar shares her jo
Jason Burton on LLMs and collective intelligence, algorithmic amplification, AI in deliberative processes, and decentralized networks (AC Ep68)
In this episode, Ross Dawson and Jason Burton explore the transformative role of large language models (LLMs) like ChatGPT in enhancing and reshaping collective intelligence. Jason shares insights from his recent paper, co-authored with 27 other experts,
Kai Riemer on AI as non-judgmental coach, AI fluency, GenAI as style engines, and organizational redesign (AC Ep67)
In this episode, Ross Dawson interviews Kai Riemer about the evolving role of AI in organizations and leadership. They discuss how AI, particularly generative AI, can augment human decision-making, but emphasize the need for leaders to understand the nuan