The Evolving Leader

In this episode of the Evolving Leader podcast, co-hosts Jean Gomes and Scott Allender talk to Vollebak co-founder Steve Tidball. Since 2015, Steve and his (co-founder) brother Nick have been “using science and technology to create clothing that no-one else can or will”, they create (award winning) clothes from the future. So, what might a collection of clothes from the future include? Taking just two examples from the Vollebak collection, consider the indestructible puffer (made from Dyneema which is the strongest fibre known to man today), or the deep sleep cocoon which was built ahead of the first missions to Mars, with a design based on the protective exoskeleton of the woodlouse.If you’re interested in the mindset of an entrepreneur, sit back and enjoy.Social: Instagram           @evolvingleader LinkedIn             The Evolving Leader Podcast Twitter               @Evolving_LeaderSend a message to The Evolving Leader team

Where do you plan to become more radically self aware in 2021? How are you going to close the knowing/doing gap? In this short bonus episode of the Evolving Leader podcast, Scott Allender addresses these questions and reveals that the for him, the answer lies in his own mindset. Social:Instagram           @evolvingleaderLinkedIn             The Evolving Leader PodcastTwitter               @Evolving_LeaderSend a message to The Evolving Leader team

In this episode of the Evolving Leader podcast, co-hosts Jean Gomes and Scott Allender bring together three very different digitally focussed leaders. Annemie Ress, Finbarr Joy and Carlos Nasillo join us to discuss the leadership challenges of embracing technology to unlock business model innovation. Social: Instagram           @evolvingleader LinkedIn             The Evolving Leader Podcast Twitter               @Evolving_LeaderSend a message to The Evolving Leader team

In this first episode of season two, Scott and Jean talk to neuroscientist Stuart Firestein, about his counter-intuitive thinking on ignorance and failure as propelling forces in problem solving and innovation. Stuart is the Chair of Columbia University’s Department of Biological Sciences, and is  dedicated to promoting the accessibility of science to a public audience. Author of ‘Ignorance: How it Drives Science’, and ‘Failure: Why Science Is So Successful’ (Oxford University Press), both written to present the workings of science to a general audience, Stuart’s commitment to engaging the public in science can also be seen in his TED Talk entitled “The pursuit of ignorance”, which at the time of writing has garnered over 2.1 million views. Social:Instagram           @evolvingleaderLinkedIn             The Evolving Leader PodcastTwitter               @Evolving_LeaderSend a message to The Evolving Leader team

In this final episode of season one, Scott and Jean reflect on the journey that has been season one of the Evolving Leader podcast, and address the question 'What lessons from 2020 are important for us to take forward into the future? '.The episode also includes previously unheard recordings where a selection of guests from season one* answer a series of light hearted quick fire questions as part of 'The Vulnerable Leader' interview. Thanks again to Lisa Feldman Barrett, Chris Hirst, Talia Grantham, Andy Billings, Ashley Bradford and Sally Bolton for agreeing to take part.[* the episode with guest Sally Bolton, CEO at the All England Lawn Tennis Club will be released during season two]  Follow the Evolving Leader podcast on Instagram and LinkedIn and never miss an episode. Season two starts on January 21st 2021. Please also rate the podcast on Apple Podcasts as this helps other evolving leaders discover our show.Social:Instagram     @evolvingleaderLinkedIn      The Evolving Leader PodcastSend a message to The Evolving Leader team

In this bonus episode Jean addresses the moral reasoning component of leadership, with a focus on making better decisions in the face of uncertain and highly complex situations. Social:Instagram     @evolvingleaderLinkedIn      The Evolving Leader PodcastSend a message to The Evolving Leader team

Neuroscientist Dr. Lisa Feldman Barrett challenges conventional views on emotions, highlighting their contextual nature and individualistic responses. The podcast explores the brain's adaptive hardwired reactions, the importance of recognizing emotions for decision-making, and the impact of self-awareness on communication and relationships.

Neuroscientist Lisa Feldman Barrett challenges traditional views on emotions, emphasizing their fluid nature and the brain's role in shaping them. She discusses the lack of objective markers for emotions and reevaluates the amygdala's role in fear responses. The podcast explores the complexities of emotions, misconceptions around anger expressions, and the importance of embracing a scientific understanding of emotions in daily interactions.

In this bonus episode, Scott asks the question 'what is truly going on inside you, and what do you really want?'. Social:Instagram     @evolvingleaderLinkedIn      The Evolving Leader PodcastSend a message to The Evolving Leader team

This is the second part of a conversation between Jean and tennis coach, Leon Smith. For the last decade, Leon has been the Great Britain Davis Cup captain and in 2015 he led the team to becoming world champions for the first time in 79 years.   In this episode, Leon talks to Jean about the leadership challenges that he faces working at the highest level in sport.   Social: Instagram     @evolvingleader LinkedIn      The Evolving Leader PodcastSend a message to The Evolving Leader team