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Inside Learning podcasts

Our Inside Learning podcast dives into learning science and the future of work. Each month we feature learning experts from all over the world.

There are four seasons of episodes that make you think, question and learn, covering topics including, AI, neurodiversity, creativity, unlearning, leadership, ethics, VR, blended learning, performance, skills and much more.

Hosted by author, consultant and coach Aidan McCullen of The Innovation Show.

  • Inside Learning
  • 22 min 54 sec
  • 14 Mar 2025

AI, Skills Gaps and The Future of Work with Callum Chace

Calum Chace is an expert on artificial intelligence and the author of several bestselling books, including ‘Surviving AI’ and ‘Pandora’s Brain’. In this episode Calum and our host Aidan McCullen discuss the concept of two singularities: the Economic Singularity, where AI renders many jobs obsolete, and the Technological Singularity, where AI surpasses human intelligence.

  • Inside Learning
  • 26 min 25 sec
  • 02 Feb 2025

Navigating Your Career: Michael B. Horn on Job Progress

Michael B. Horn discusses his new book ‘Job Moves: Nine Steps for Making Progress in Your Career,’ offering valuable advice for those feeling stuck in their careers. He delves into the importance of understanding personal progress in career choices, the concept of ‘jobs to be done,’ and why thinking about experiences rather than perks is crucial when assessing job opportunities.

  • Inside Learning
  • 14 min 17 sec
  • 02 Dec 2024

Revolutionising Music Education with Margret Juliana Sigurdardottir

Discover how Margret Juliana Sigurdardottir, founder of Moombix is addressing the challenges adult learners face in accessing quality, flexible music lessons and how MoomBix is building a global community of music enthusiasts. Learn how the platform connects learners with expert teachers worldwide and provides innovative digital tools to enhance the learning experience.

  • Inside Learning
  • 14 minutes
  • 02 Nov 2024

Embracing the Access Economy: Sara Daw

We dive into the transformative concept of the access economy with our guest Sara Daw. Sara, the author of ‘Strategy and Leadership as Service: How the Access Economy Meets the C-Suite’, provides insightful definitions and real-world applications of the access economy. The discussion highlights the advance of mobile technology and the younger generation’s focus on social capital.

  • Inside Learning
  • 16 minutes
  • 05 Oct 2024

Live at Learnovation 2024 with Elliot Masie

Join us for a special episode of the Inside Learning Podcast, recorded at Learnovation 2024 in the Aviva Stadium Dublin, with Elliot Masie, a key innovator in e-learning since the 1990s. Elliot discusses the evolution of digital learning, the intersection of learning and innovation, and the role of creativity and storytelling in education.

  • Inside Learning
  • 44 minutes
  • 02 Sep 2024

Exploring Xperiential Learning with Elyse Klaidman

In this episode we dive into the transformative power of experiential learning with Elyse Klaidman, co-founder of X in a Box and Story Xperiential. Elyse shares her extensive background, including her 22-year tenure at Pixar as Creative Director and her pivotal role in forming Pixar University.

  • Inside Learning
  • 21 minutes
  • 01 Aug 2024

Rewrite your Leadership Code with Shlomo Ben Hur

Shlomo Ben-Hur, Professor at IMD Business School and author of ‘Rewriting Your Leadership Code’, reveals how early childhood experiences and traumas shape our behaviours, relationships, and effectiveness as leaders. He discusses the concept of a ‘leadership code’ influenced by our upbringing and offers insights into self-awareness, dealing with stress, and avoiding the pitfalls of creating echo chambers in leadership roles.

  • Inside Learning
  • 20 minutes
  • 01 Jul 2024

Proximity: Navigating the Future of Work and Learning with Rob C. Wolcott & Kaihan Krippendorf

Rob C. Wolcott and Kaihan Krippendorff explore the concept of ‘proximity’, or the capability to deliver anything, anywhere, anytime, driven by advances in digital technology. The discussion addresses the impact of these changes on the future of work, with a focus on creating more adaptive, on-demand solutions and reducing waste.

  • Inside Learning
  • 23 minutes
  • 10 Jun 2024

The Neuroscience of Learning and the Future of Work with Friederike Fabritius

This month we spoke to Friederike Fabritius acclaimed author of ‘The Leading Brain’ and ‘The Brain Friendly Workplace’. Friederike shares insights from her latest book and discusses innovative strategies for optimizing work environments. Tune in to understand how to cultivate a brain-friendly workplace that unleashes everyone’s potential.

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