Paul Sloane
Innovation and creative thinking expert and author of The Art of Unexpected Solutions, who discusses how accidental discoveries and openness to serendipity lead to breakthroughs.
Best podcasts with Paul Sloane
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Jan 26, 2026 • 48min
How Great Ideas Are Born & Why We Stick With People Like Us
Michael Morris, cultural psychologist at Columbia University who studies tribal instincts. Paul Sloane, innovation expert who studies serendipity and accidental breakthroughs. They discuss how unexpected discoveries and deliberate randomness spark big ideas. They explore why people cluster with similar others, how tribes shape cooperation and conflict, and how noticing anomalies leads to innovation.
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Nov 27, 2023 • 41min
918: How to Think and Innovate Like a Genius with Paul Sloane
Paul Sloane, an expert in lateral thinking and innovation, discusses problem-solving, memory improvement, and building rapport. He emphasizes challenging assumptions in the workplace and the value of thinking humorously. He also explores the importance of memory in a tech-driven society and shares techniques to improve recall. The podcast covers favorite quotes, studies, and tools related to thinking and innovation, including the innovator's dilemma and the Debono 6 Thinking Hats tool. Additionally, the power of expressing appreciation and subscribing to the podcast is highlighted.
