First it was music.  Then it was mobile.   Then commercial airlines.   And now Virgin could very well be the first pop culture brand in the commercial space travel business.  Former NASA Chief of Staff and now Virgin Galactic CEO, George Whitesides walks us through what it takes to truly build, commercialize, and market something as grand as personalized travel out of the atmosphere.

#5: George Whitesides - Virgin Goes Galactic

In today's world, most of the conversation around innovation centers on a blip culture where a company can go from zero to a billion dollars seemingly overnight.   On Innovation Crush - much to the contrary of blip culture - AT&T's Urvi Bhandari explains how the 140 year old company is paving the way for people all over the world to live work and play more efficiently.  Responsible for implementing AT&T's ultra-creative experiential capabilities, Urvi develops never-before-seen consumer experiences across multiple outlets from stadiums, to hotels, entertainment platforms, and more.  On the show, she schools our hosts on what it takes to truly be at the cutting edge of innovation culture.

#16: Urvi Bhandari - AT&T's Connected World

Award-winning filmmaker, Amy York Rubin and business strategist, Brandon Chretien join this look back at our 20+ shows of 2013, as we pull out some of the best Innovation Crush learnings of the year, and see how they apply in a more practical sense.  Along the way we uncover the importance of interpersonal connection to the things that empower us to be at our own highest point of innovation.

www.twitter.com/ayrubin
www.littlehorribles.com
www.linkedin.com/in/brandonvchretien

#21: 2013 to 2014 - Truths, Myths, and Trends

Whether you're a marketer, entrepreneur, investor, strategic thinker, or somewhere in between, your work life is constantly affected by influence.  You're either exerting influence to change consumer behavior or to motivate your teammates, or even affected by the influence of trends and individuals you come in contact with on a day-to-day basis.  When it comes to influence, Robin Kaminsky hates to lose.   The marketing and business maven (who was once listed as one of the 100 most influential women in the world) served as the CMO/EVP of Publishing at Activision during the launch of titles like Guitar Hero, and Call of Duty.  The latter of which is still considered to be the most successful franchise launch of all time; both financially and fan-ancially.  Robin's creative problem solving abilities have touched other major franchises from Pepsi to Johnson & Johnson, Revlon and even the world of free-to-play games.  Most recently, she serves as an advisor and investor to a multitude of companies and entrepreneurs.  On Innovation Crush, Robin Breaks down the power of influence,  the importance of the win, and how to create successful leading organizations and individuals.   Featuring special guest host, Tameka Kee.

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#32: Robin Kaminsky - Under the Influencer

Look up Cindy Gallop, and you'll find any number of  accomplishments and descriptors - Chairman of the Board at BBH, Theater Publicist, TED Talker, Sex Educator, Feminist, Public Speaker, etc.  The list goes on and on.   She is most recently noted for her jaw-dropping appearance at TED where she launched Make Love Not Porn, a revolutionary platform designed change the how intimacy is perceived around the world.  On Innovation Crush, the make love maven shares her career highlights, her entrepreneurial challenges, her views on feminism and equality, and defines what she means when she says "I am the Michael Bay of business..."

www.makelovenotporn.com
www.twitter.com/cindygallop

#39: Sex Cells (2) - Cindy Gallop

Kenny Mac is the tastemakers' tastemaker.   A connoisseur of cool, Kenny has spent the majority of his career creating organic and effective relationships between influencers and brands.   Whether a producing a swanky party in NYC for Moet-Hennessy, or rebranding one of the world's largest conferences, Kenny's expertise has been sought after by some of the most influential brands and individuals on the planet.  On Innovation Crush, Kenny explains the power of influence, the importance of family, and walks us through Behind the Hustle, his platform - partnered with Complex Media - for educating professionals on unique opportunities for personal success.   

Feat. guest host, Tanya Bershadsky

www.twitter.com/behindthehustle
www.creativecontraband.com

 

#40: Kenny Mac - Tastemakers and Influence

Jamen Shively possesses an insane ability to envision ecosystems.   When he thinks of an idea, he almost just as immediately can frame up all its social implications, hypothetical nuances, pros, cons, supporters, naysayers, and world changing opportunities.  A former top executive at Microsoft, Jamen left to begin an in depth venture into the business and social ecosystem of Cannibis, that has involved presidents, congressmen, celebrities, and even sparked the world's first branded marijuana.   On Innovation Crush, Jamen rolls up several insights around his history at Microsft (he diligently fought against the launch of Bing), finding his life in danger in his new business, creating world peace, the implications of marijuana legalization, where his second nature ability to create comes from, and more!

 http://iccco.org/  


#47: Jamen Shively - The King of Cannabis

We've all been there... at the height of success or in the midst of on-the-job misery, and saying to ourselves, "You know what?  This isn't for me!"  Steve Belanger was a talented media executive, holding top positions at publishers like Penthouse and TIME.  Then, he became an actor, comedian, host, and author.  On this is installment of Innovation Crush, Steve breaks down the careful nature of his decision making process, how his past shaped his future, and gives damn good advice for those looking to make the shift.  

#50: Steve Belanger - Reinventing Yourself

Before Walter O'Brien discovered his intellectual gift, he was a socially awkward and often bullied kid at his school.  One day, a bully had gone too far, and Walter was able to use his new found martial arts skills for a schoolyard triumph.  Like a true scorpion, Walter was a docile creature, that when pushed enough, will attack and cause some pretty serious damage.   Fast forward to 2014 where adult Walter (who has the 4th highest IQ in the world) has become the James Bond of geeks and geniuses, and now has an action packed television series based on his life.  On Innovation Crush, Walter takes us on his journey and fills us in on his mission to save geniuses all over the planet.  

#56:  Walter O'Brien - Bullied Genius Saves the World

When it comes to design thinking, few do it better than Tristan Walker.  Early in his career, the award winning, 30-year-old entrepreneur served as an intern at then fledgling "microblogging" site, Twitter.   Later, he moved on to become the golden child of Foursquare, helping build it to the point of cultural critical mass.  And now in addition to co-founding Code 2040, an organization designed to discover and create successful minority techies, Tristan helms his own Andreessen Horowitz supported operation, Walker & Company, focused on creating suite of non-digital, consumer conscious products.   On Innovation Crush, Walker breaks down his mastery of designing products and relevant marketplace experiences for his customers, building a team focused on innovation and diversity, and how his humble upbringing shapes his business thinking today.

www.getbevel.com 
www.code2040.org

#69:  Tristan Walker - Razor Sharp Design Thinking

2015 marks the 30th anniversary of MacGyver, an action-packed, hit TV series focused high-pressure problem solving and ingenuity.  No weapons, few resources, and no way out.  Ironically, this is a place we all find ourselves in often.  Enter Lee Zlotoff, award winning filmmaker, writer, producer, and MacGyver creator...and now the mind behind The MacGyver Method - systemized tactics for finding and creating solutions to any problem.  Like his show, Lee has been all over the world  helping organizations and individuals alike combine science, ingenuity, and existing skill sets to develop creative solutions to challenges big and small.  On Innovation Crush, Lee breaks down the MacGyver Method, his theories on unleashing innovation, success of the program, partnerships with organizations like University of Michigan and the White House, and his current search for the next MacGyver.

http://www.thenextmacgyver.com/



#78:  Lee Zlotoff - How to MacGyver Anything

When it comes to multi-hyphenates, Ben Parr is one of the best.  Among many things, he is the multi-award winning former Editor-at-Large of Mashable, a columnist at Inc Magazine, a regular CNET pundint, Founder of Dominate Ventures, and author of CAPTIVOLOGY, the quintessential book on the science of attention.   On this installment of 'Crush, Ben walks through how attention works in the age of information, things his grandfather instilled him, getting over his own ego, and tips and tricks of the intersection of startups, marketing, and venture capital. 

www.captivology.com

#81:  Ben Parr - Cracking the Attention Deficit

Dave Asprey is a former computer hacker turned biohacker turned systems thinker turned CEO turned branding & business maven turned awesome.   At age 26, and worth millions of dollars, Dave was well over 300lbs and suffering from numerous conditions affecting his mental and physical health.  Tired of physiological failure, he turned his hacking skills toward his own biology, thus beginning the journey of what is now known as the Bulletproof Executive; a suite of products, information, and methodologies that release unlimited potential in individuals and organizations.  The Bulletproof promise?  Supercharge Your Body. Upgrade Your Brain. Be Bulletproof.  On this episode Dave breaks down his journey, biohacking methodologies, how he's structured his success in life and work, and the breakdowns and triumphs he's experienced along the way.  

www.twitter.com/bulletproofexec


#86:  Dave Asprey - Supercharged Brains, Bodies, and Businesses

"Innovation to me is purposefully making mistakes." - Dan Harmon

Dan Harmon is an expert at building Community.  Literally.  He is best known for creating the TV series, COMMUNITY, loosely based on his time spent in community college.  What he is also an expert at is not fitting in.  Most Google search results will tell you he's brash, overly honest, combative, mean, or otherwise difficult to work with.  Perhaps these are all side effects from when mad genius and creativity collide.  Perhaps it all comes from place of knowing oneself and being confident in the fact that we're all human and emotional beings on an unknown journey. Stemming from his unique - let's call it "flair" - Dan has carved out lane after lane for himself, adored by fans and industry insiders for his books, his teachings, his personal philosophies, his podcast, his comedy, his honesty, and the overall unique way he sees the world.  On this 100th episode of Innovation Crush, Dan continues his to bring us along on his quest for truth in all things creative, business, and life.  

https://twitter.com/danharmon

#100:  Dan Harmon - Revenge of the Nerd

How do you get 10's of 1000's of people to do absolutely anything you want them do all at once?  Just ask Elan Lee, alternate reality game pioneer, marketer extraordinaire, video game designer, and record breaking crowdfunding raiser ($8M for Exploding Kittens).   As a failing high school student, Elan Lee was the first person in the world to photograph a sound wave; of course after inventing the method for doing so himself.  As a winning story teller and entrepreneur, he has taken home coveted Clio and Emmy awards, and his inspired brands and fans all over the world to do the seemingly impossible.  On Innovation Crush, Elan talks about his 3 step process for creativity, his numerous failures, his biggest wins, empowering crowds, and his completion of 46 room escapes (and counting). 

 https://twitter.com/elanlee


#103:  Elan Lee - How to Win Fans and Influence People

By the time she was 17, Jane Buckingham was already one of Oprah's Favorite Things.  The book she authored a year earlier, Teens Speak Out, had served as an in-depth observation of the life and minds of teenage girls and caught the attention of the media mogul.  Born the daughter of a psychologist and journalist, Jane continued her development as an observer of culture, and eventually created some of the world's most followed trend reports, including the coveted Cassandra Report.  Along the way she has authored several books under a family of "Modern Girl" titles that identify every-day life-hacks and shortcuts for the modern woman.  As a multiple award-winning industry thought leader, her company, Trendera, is highly sought after by corporations large and small for insights on consumer and cultural behavior. On Innovation Crush, Jane breaks down her history as an observer of culture,  her challenges with work-life balance, how trend spotting works, gaps in diversity, and how to translate trends into actionable items for brands and entrepreneurs.

#110:  Jane Buckingham - Trends, Truths, and Forecasting Myths

If this was the Oscars, this would be the Best Film winner.   We looked at listens, shares, downloads and likes and hands down, the top episode of 2015 was Chamillionare's "From Rap Ventures to Venture Capital." 

Early in his Grammy award winning career, rapper, Chamillionaire learned some valuable lessons about business. Whether bootstrapping his own sales of mixtapes, negotiating higher payouts from his label, developing off the wall promotional marketing schemes, or reinvesting his money into multiple ventures, he always looked for smarter and better ways to achieve success. Fast forward to almost 10 years later, where Chamillionaire is a key investor in Maker Studios, an adviser to several startups and established companies, and now entrepreneur in residence at Upfront Ventures, Los Angeles' largest venture capital fund. On Innovation Crush, Cham dishes on everything from growing up poor, to serial entrepreneurship, world changing technologies, avoiding social media, and having never wanted to be famous. feat. guest co-host, David Wong.

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#112:  Best Innovation Crush Episode of 2015

Troy Carter doesn't mind being known as "the VC formerly known as Lady Gaga's manager." The bets he made to move the iconic artist from obscurity to super-stardom are the same bets he's made for organizations like Lyft, Uber, Spotify, Warby Parker, and countless others. His ability to spot winners in both entertainment and business is uncanny, fueled by his one true skill--empathy. It's this empathy that gives him the wherewithal to think like a consumer, feel like an artist, move like hustler, and make money like a BOSS. On Innovation Crush, Troy dishes on the science of his success, dropping out of high school, diversity in entrepreneurship, his personal heroes, and how he constantly manages to shift perceptions of who and what he is.

#119: Troy Carter - An Empire Built on Empathy

Part two of an amazing conversation with NASA's Deputy Director of Communications. On this first ever "part two" episode of Innovation Crush, we talk bringing science thinking to corporate America, breaking down gender biases,  the impact of pornography, and her methods for overcoming stigma.   Wooohooo!!!


#120:  Michelle Thaller (PT 2) - The Power of Opposing Forces

Hip Hop artist turned gallerist turned marketer, turned television writer, and now author, Jensen Karp embodies free form artistry.  After signing a million-dollar record deal at age 12, Jensen(fka Hot Karl)has gone on to work in varied creative capacities with everyone from Kanye West to Star Wars, to the ESPYS, Mattel, and Nicole Richie to name a few.  On Innovation Crush, Jensen discusses getting into the creative zone, pushing pop culture on corporate america, his record-breaking stint as a battle rapper, that one time he spoofed Shia LeBoeuf's art exhibit, personal branding, and his new book, Kanye West Owes Me $300: And Other True Stories from a White Rapper Who Almost Made It Big.  http://jensenkarp.com/

#123:  Jensen Karp - The Reinvention of Creativity

Roman Tsunder is the co-founder and CEO of PTTOW, the hyper-exclusive networking and collaborative movement that gathers c-level executives from global brands, cultural icons, and celebrities to generate world changing ideas.  With guests ranging from AT&T  and Coca-Cola execs to David Blaine, Sarah Jessica Parker and the Dalai Lama, it's no surprise that PTTOW stands for "Plan To Take On The World."  The mission continues in 2016 as Tsunder and his team launch Worldz, a 2-day event designed for a wider audience of innovators, game changers, and cultural leaders.   On Innovation Crush, Roman dives deep into his personal history, the highs and lows of PTTOW's growth, and how resilience shaped his upbringing and his perspective as a business visionary.  feat. guest host, Bianca Ker.

More at www.worldz.us


#130:  Roman Tsunder - Brilliance and Resilience

Elizabeth Gore has undying passion to empower the world's best entrepreneur talent to change the world at scale.  In addition to her role as Dell's Entrepreneur-In-Residence, Elizabeth is the Emeritus Chair of the United Nations Foundation’s Global Entrepreneurs Council that builds global partnerships that positively affect the UN’s most pressing humanitarian issues. At Dell, she is working with the UN and the UN Foundation to support innovation and entrepreneurial thinking. She previously served as the first ever Entrepreneur-in-Residence for the UN Foundation as well as Vice President of Global Partnerships, and founded strategic grassroots efforts such as Nothing But Nets, Girl Up, and Shot@Life. Social:  @elizbethgore


#134:  Elizabeth Gore - Starting the World Up

Serial entrepreneur, investor, author, tv personality, speaker, White House Ambassador, and all around motivator, Daymond John steps out of the shark tank and joins this episode of Innovation Crush.  The innovator's journey is never a smooth one and Daymond is no stranger to the pitfalls, triumphs, passion and heart it takes.  On the show, he discusses everything from losing his mom's money, to his role as Presidential Ambassador for Global Entrepreneurship, to his unyielding desire for mentorship and learning.

#142:  Daymond John - If At First You Don't Succeed

Mick Batyske is no ordinary DJ.  Not only has the consummate connoisseur of cool traveled the world spinning records for the ranks of Jay-Z, GQ, Twitter, Cannes Lions and the White House Correspondents' Dinner, he's a highly sought after influencer who partners with brands like Cadillac, Coach and EA for marketing campaigns, and invests in startups like Localeur.  On this episode of the Crush, Mick talks about the influence of his polish immigrant grandparents, his growth as an entrepreneur, and how he consistently tries to seek out the cerebral path to success.  www.mick.co. Recorded live at the The SAE Institute (www.sae.edu)

#146:  Mick Batyske - Remixing Your Creative Path

Comedian, intellectual, television host and cultural challenger, Adam Conover has mastered the art of getting down the why's behind societal beliefs.  Whether debunking the jewelry industry, staring death in its many faces, fighting the idea of generational marketing, or uncovering the origins of jay-walking, the host of Tru TV's Adam Ruins Everything is adept at questioning our so-called realities, and searching for universal truths.  On the cusp of his third season, Adam stops by Innovation Crush to talk leadership, his family of PhD's, his approach to asking the right questions.   Recorded, edited and mastered at the www.sae.edu.

#157:  Adam Conover - Always Question Everything

Recently inducted into the speaker hall of fame, Simon T. Bailey has worked with the likes of AT&T, Microsoft, Chevron, Marriott and more to help individuals and leadership teams achieve new levels of brilliance.  With most companies facing what he's dubbed "VUCA" (Volatility Uncertainty, Complexity, and Ambiguity), the best selling author has become a master at navigating the age of reinvention.  On this episode of Innovation Crush - in partnership with Success Magazine - Simon talks us through his personal failures, his professional wins, maintaining a personal brand, cutting through the clutter, and a few tips on how to unlock your own brilliance every day.  Catch Simon alongside the likes of Keith Ferrazzi, Chalene Bailey, Peter Diamandis, Scooter Braun and others at http://successliveevent.com/.  

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#167:  Simon T. Bailey - Unlocking Your Brilliance

Recorded live at Success Magazine's 2nd annual "Success Live" event, Tom Bilyeu and Peter Voogd join Innovation Crush for a pair of conversations centered on their journey's toward success.  Tom, a filmmaker turned serial entrepreneur turned CEO and host of Impact Theory is on a mission to help people increase their capacity.  Peter is the king of millennial entrepreneurial culture, launching several businesses himself, and helping brands and fortune 50 companies better understand one of the most sought after generations. https://www.successliveevent.com/

#174:  Success Live - Peter Voogd & Tom Bilyeu

After an upsetting second place finish on America's Best Dance Crew in 2015, the fan favorite Kinjaz turned their loss into a huge win, by going on to form the first ever crowd-funded global dance studio ($127,000), and the highest raised ever in the dance category on Indiegogo. Since then, the group has opened up 3 studios in the US and China, launched an international camp program, and a line of merchandise ranging from watches to hats to jackets, and racked up millions of interactions across social media. Additionally, they've worked with brands and partners ranging from McDonald's to AT&T, Bruce Lee, and Volkswagen to name a few. On this episode, co-owner Ben Chung (formerly of the Jabbawockeez) and choreographer/teacher Charles Nguyen speak on their inspirations, building community, and balancing art and business, and managing the expectations of 30+ crew members.

#208: Kinjaz - Respect All, Fear None

Episode #65:  A self-proclaimed "mustache farmer," Adam Garone is the CEO and co-founder of Movember, a globally celebrated movement that pits mustaches against men's health issues; particularly prostate cancer. Adam comes from a long line of military, was a digital web and marketing exec, and now for the past 10 years, has brought 10's of millions of men and women together across more than 20 countries; raising well over a half a BILLION (yes, with a "B") dollars in its brief history. On Innovation Crush, Adam dishes on his personal history, what it means to be a leader, why Movember works, the future of his organization, and much more.

#234: (Republished) Adam Garone - From Success to Significance

A brief history of how innovations are birthed and reach critical mass, with John Canning, a 20+ year industry veteran who's career has been spent developing new methods of creating and delivering media, games and interactive experiences from concept to consumer devices.  He is currently the first ever executive producer of new media &amp; experiential at Digital Domain, the company that gave us hologram Tupac, Benjamin Button, and Marvel's Thanos to name a few.  John is also the chair of the new media council for the Producer's Guild of America, a documentary film maker, and a member of the Interactive Emmy's committee.

#235:  John Canning - Staying Ahead of the Curve

Chris Denson joins the Left Unsupervised podcast to talk holidays, being an author, millennial social behavior, and all things innovation.  Check out Left Unsupervised on Instagram to see some fun man-on-the-street videos we did in Los Angeles to get some great advice on the holidays. 

"This episode is a treat! It’s our Thanksgiving special and Elizabeth Morales sits down to talk to innovator and marketing expert Chris Denson. He is also a self proclaimed recovering standup comedian and author of the Amazon #1 bestselling book, “Crushing The Box: 10 Essential Rules for Breaking Essential Rules”.  Chris is an expert at uncovering the best thinking across a diverse array of cultures.  Applying his expertise to the likes of the White House, Art Basel Miami and Omnicom Media Group. He’s been featured in Adweek, Forbes and the New York Times. We talk and laugh on how to maneuver around the crazy holidays. We also pick his brain on tips of how to think outside the box."

#236:  Chris Denson - Left Unsupervised Podcast

From MIT to Puma to the New York City Ballet to Google to Kendrick Lamar, to homes and office buildings around the world and back again, Shantell Martin and her artwork have become iconic staples in culture. Most famously, her work asks one simple question: "Who are you?" -- a question that all of us to have in our back pockets at all times. Over the years, Shantell has combined drawing, fabrication, technology, coding, music production, fashion, and friendships to create new perspectives in how we experience the world. Fresh off a new collaboration with Karlie Kloss to benefit girls and coding, the British born, Tokyo forged, East Coast seasoned Martin brings her insights to Innovation Crush.

#237:  Shantell Martin - Drawn to New Perspectives

As president of the Roddenberry Foundation, Heidi Roddenberry is a on a mission to quite literally -- boldly go where no man has gone before.  Forged in the ethos and philosophy of Star Trek creator, Gene Roddenberry, the foundation supports entrepreneurs, dreamers, and never-before-imagined solutions to some of the world's biggest challenges; including everything from climate change to girl's education to disease.   Heidi joins Innovation Crush courtesy of The EPIC International Summit where she'll be speaking this spring, and spreading the word on helping everyone on the planet "live long and prosper."  Held in beautiful Santa Barbara, CA, The event is an intimate 3-day creativity and innovation conference for a cross-pollination of professionals features insights and access to experts from Disney, Lego, TEDx, the World Innovation Lab, The Groove Theory, St John's Hospital and many more.  For passes and more info, visit www.epicsummit.com.  In the meantime, enjoy the conversation with Heidi, including our new flying toilet "launch." Gotta love puns.

#238:  Heidi Roddenberry - Live Long, Innovate, and Prosper

As co-founder of one of the largest cannabis portfolio companies, Scott Kajiya is a life long learner and explorer.  From early days of working with artists like Keith Haring and Basquiat, to launching Indian Motorcycle  in Japan, to now co-founding Tabu.co with products in over 2000 locations in Canada, Scott has created a vast network of international business relationships and market understanding in both Asia, Latin America, and here in the U.S. He has developed numerous startups from fashion and accessories, to health and nutrition. He also carries a vast experience of finance and capital raising, and taking products from concept to market.  On this episode, Scott shares his wisdom and insights on life, business, and cannabis.

#240:  Scott Kajiya - Ventures in Curiosity

Every month, the good folks Fast Company and Innovation Crush sit down to chat about some of the most inspired developments across innovation, creativity, and human performance. In this fourth installment, Fast Company podcast host and editor, KC Ifeanyi, gives us the latest from his world of creativity, entertainment, and pop culture.  More particularly, how the entertainment industry distracts us with nostalgia, overcoming failure, advertising industry flaws, Oscar the Grouch, becoming award worthy and more.  Listen. Enjoy. Repeat. For more from KC and guests like Paul Scheer, Tracy Ullman, David Sedaris, Killer Mike, and others, visit here: bit.ly/2Zw4h5i

#240:  KC Ifeanyi - Fast Company Fridays (Ep. 4)

What happens when you grow up on both Fat Albert and Albert Einstein? You get Hakeem Oluseyi. As one of the world's foremost scientists, Hakeem wears many hats-- TV personality, professor, life coach, consultant, voice actor, philanthropist, and former chief science officer at the Discovery Channel, to name a few. As a kid, he grew up in some of the poorest neighborhoods in the country. As an adult he has traveled the world, spreading the gospel of the sciences. On Innovation Crush, Hakeem stops by-- alongside special guest co host and Emmy award winner, Pili Montilla-- to discuss personal branding, his early obsession with how the universe works, life balance, that one time he almost dropped out of Stanford, and even makes a special exclusive announcement. Social: @hakeemoluseyi @pilimontilla.   Enjoy Apollo Neuro:  www.apolloneuro.com/crush

#242: [REPUBLISHED]  Hakeem Oluseyi - Becoming an Industry Mercenary

When it comes to mindfulness and emotional health, few have been more pioneering than Dr. David Rabin.  A physician, neuroscientist, psychiatrist, psychedelics researcher, and now wearable technology entrepreneur, Dave is both the executive director of the Board of Medicine, and co-founder of Apollo Neuro.  Apollo's first product is an "every-man" wearable device for mental wellness that helps users achieve more calm states by replicating the sense of touch -- which as he states, is the one of the single most important ways we are made to feel safe.  On this episode of Innovation Crush, we chat with the good doctor about everything from his shift into entrepreneurship, the intersection of neuroscience and creativity, generational trauma, co-founding with his spouse, and all the lessons he's learned along the way.  PLUS...as a bonus for all our listeners, you can visit ApolloNeuro.com/crush for more information and to get 15% off your purchase!

#243:  Dr. David Rabin - The New Science of Tranquility

Recorded live in August 2020, MassChallenge presents an in-depth conversation on the latest trends in sales and marketing from industry leaders and innovation experts, Brian Halligan, co-founder and Chief Executive Officer of HubSpot, Carolyn Tisch Blodgett, former Head of Marketing at Peloton, and award-winning, best-selling author, Chris Denson of Innovation Crush as moderator. We discuss everything from pivoting your business, to hurdles behind growth, to diversity and inclusion initiatives, and reinventing how we engage with consumers. Give it a listen, and enjoy! Also, don't miss the MassChallenge Awards on October 22! The event will showcase the progress the startups have made during their program, feature industry-leading speakers on thriving during uncertainty, and award up to $2M in equity-free cash prizes to the top startups from the programs. More at: https://masschallenge.org/2020-awards

#244:  MassChallenge:  How Peloton & HubSpot Drive Growth

Every week, Innovation Crush smashes convention to bits by profiling some of the world's most daring projects and the people behind them.  From marketing ideas to technology innovations, disruptive business models, personal development, and everything between, IC is a one stop shop for all the "who-to-know" and "what-to-know" you'll ever need to know.   Hosted by long-time idea maker, Chris Denson, the show serves up a giant helping of some of the best minds around the world, all with a heaping side of occasional bad jokes.  Listen.  Enjoy.  Repeat.   #innovationcrush

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