Courtesy of www.WORLDZ.us.   Combining technology, engineering, circus antics, play, and big business entrepreneurialism, Brent Bushnell is no stranger to creating wonder.   As the big kid turned CEO of Two Bit Circus, Brent has helmed creative projects alongside the likes of The White House, Google, Microsoft, Pepsi, The CW, OK Go, and more.  in 2018, his company will open the first of a series "mini amusement parks," a phrase that describes an arcade hopped up on Two Bit steroids, combining virtual reality, augmented reality, room escapes, physical feats, and more.  On this installment of the Crush, Brent talks us through the pains of being ahead of the curve, becoming an effective leader, engineering as a service and then some.  To a see a video of this interview and see the Two Bit Circus space, click here:  http://bit.ly/2uASQcT

#162:  Brent Bushnell - The Ringmaster of Creativity

With over 30 million viewers each week, heart surgeon turned political satirist, Bassem Youssef quickly became dubbed "the Egyptian Jon Stewart."  His show-- and his very existence as television host-- challenged the powers that be, made people laugh, empowered viewers to take take action, and put himself and his team in constant danger.  Like many entrepreneurs, the odds are typically never in your favor, yet through his challenges, Bassem became an important voice and brand within the entertainment ecosystem.   In 2016, he and his family escaped Egypt and landed in America.  Fresh off TICKLING GIANTS, a documentary about his journey, Bassem joins innovation crush to discuss his past, present, and bright, shiny future.

#164:  Bassem Youssef - How to Risk Everything

Winner of Adweek's 2017 Grand Brand Genius Honor, Linda Boff has been at the helm of GE's marketing and branding for almost 2 years.  As such, she is a master of amplifying human connection and emotion through brand messaging and experiences.  From the annual GE BBQ at SXSW to creating a limited edition Moon Boot with Android Homme and even the company's mission to hire 20,000 women by 2020.  Recorded live at C2 Montreal, Linda pulls back the curtain on how GE approaches innovation, marketing, and the idea of ecosystems.

#177:  Linda Boff - Dreaming in Scale

Actor and Emmy award-winning producer turned personal branding expert, Richard Janes has coached the likes of celebrities and business ranging from Ashley Tisdale to  Waka Flocka to Electronic Arts, to Jillian Michaels, and everyone else in between.  On the path to understanding branding and engagement, Richard created Fanology a Clio Award-winning agency focused on fan engagement for clients like Toyota, Live Nation, Samsung, and Lenovo to name a few.  Turning the idea of the start-up business tactic of MVP (minimum viable product) on it's head, Richard has coined the phrase, "Minimum Viable Person," which essentially treats you and your business like a start up, a constant cycle of testing, failing, and maximizing ones self.  On this installment of Innovation Crush, Richard discusses vulnerability, becoming a hero, suffering from an illness, and all that goes into your most authentic self, and how that authentic self extends into the products and businesses we create.  More at www.richardjanes.com

#197: Richard Janes - Becoming the Hero of Your Brand

Each year, over 1 million people participate in Spartan Race - the world's #1 adventure race - overcoming obstacles, physical breaking points, mental fatigue, and challenging conditions, all in effort to become become better human beings together. A hustler and entrepreneur since selling firecrackers at age eight, CEO and Founder, Joe De Sena, has seen and overcome insurmountable setbacks in both life and business. Along the way, he has adopted a philosophy of not only facing your fears, but facing them with a smile and with style. 41 countries, 275 events, and 2 books later, Joe and his team have built an online community of 5 million all adopting the spartan race philosophy in their own lives. Fresh off a new partnership with HubSpot, in this episode Joe completes his first Moorimgoong Martial Arts workout, discusses how he continues to challenge himself and his company, as well as how the Spartan lifestyle translates to traditional business practices. See Joe in the premier of HubSpot's BRILLIANT docuseries episode here: https://youtu.be/VItXwzmpmYc

#205:  Joe De Sena - To the Breaking Point

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

As the co-founder and CEO of PROHBTD, Drake Sutton-Shearer has created one of the leading brands inside and adjacent to the cannabis industry.  PROHBTD doubles as a content platform and product engine focused on the intersection of cannabis and pop culture. From fashion to gastronomy to music and smart business insights, the brand has become an icon both domestically and internationally, and reaching fans by the tens of millions each month. An entrepreneur since, age 14, Drake holds multiple patents in technology and social applications, and has unique ability to spot opportunities where others may not.  Whether creating the world's top social gifting company, founding a Grammy winning talent management firm, or leading branding and design for the likes of Warner Bros, Sony and Universal; Drake is as brutally smart as he is driven.  His work has been featured on CNN, Advertising Week, Variety, Huffpost, Billboard, Digiday, Wall Street Journal and on the cover of leading Cannabis B2B publication MG Magazine.. and now Innovation Crush.   Recorded live at WeWork (we.co/crush), Drake discusses the many nuances and intricacies of becoming a leader in an ever-evolving industry.

#216:  Drake Sutton-Shearer - The Evolving Culture of Cannabis

Nathan Philips award-winning work spans TV commercials, digital content, books, speeches, theater shows, improvised experiences,  alternate reality games, mapping projects, book adaptations and interactive films. His work has showcased at Sundance, Tribeca and a number of museums worldwide.  In 2016, he co-founded Technology, Humans, and Taste (THAT), a disruptive agency that has worked with Walmart, Michael Kors, Ford, and the Food Network to name a few. Nathan joins Innovation Crush to discuss all THAT and more, from creative chemistry, to the art of pitching, being supported by M&C Saatchi, and their signature weekly Creative Dim Sum brainstorming parties.

#227:  Nathan Phillips - Technology, Humans, and Taste

\Tim Daly is an award-winning actor (Madame Secretary, Hot in Cleveland) and an arts education advocate.  As a White House recognized "Champion of Change," he worked aggressively with the Obama administration to ensure that the arts remain central to the governmental focus at the time of increasing American efforts in science, technology, engineering, and math.  Having worked alongside many business mavens, arts organizations, politicians, and high profile companies, his innovation philosophy boils down to the simple fact that adding creativity to any discipline often yields the highest forms of ingenuity.  Fresh off of two broken legs, Tim joins Innovation Crush to talk resilience, family, and the art of persuasion in the White Houses and beyond.

#229: Tim Daly - Full STEAM Ahead

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 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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