42courses Podcast

The marvellous Matt Locke talks about behaviour, technology and storytelling. Matt used to head up innovation at the BBC and is one of the world's leading minds on multiplatform storytelling. If you want to tell stories in today's world that will stand out and get attention then take a listen to this episode. Visit Matt's company: https://storythings.com Visit our company: https://42courses.com

Alice Sherwood, author of Authenticity, discusses the concept of authenticity and its relevance in today's world. Alice explores the impact of technology, such as AI, on misinformation and the changing dynamics of authenticity in advertising, marketing, and art. To view Alice's book, go to: https://amzn.to/3vUeRoy To view all our courses, go to https://42courses.com

In this episode, we chat to the marvellous Bonnie Wan. In this 45-minute podcast, Bonnie shares a playbook for no-regrets living from her book "The Life Brief". Bonnie also talks about her role as the head of strategy at Goodby, Silverstein & Partners, as well as leadership advice and much more. You can find out more, get the book or even book Bonnie for a workshop at https://thelifebrief.com If you're looking for enjoyable professional courses to help you in life, check out https://42courses.com

Dr. Paul Zak, a neuroscientist and neuroeconomist, talks about understanding human social behaviors, the link between trust and wealth, creating amazing experiences, his favorite Ted Talk, and the use of a nasal spray to improve human interactions.

In this episode, we chat to the incredible digital designer, creative director and influential feminist, Laura Jordan Bambach. Grey London's ex-President and Chief Creative Officer, Laura believes that creativity has the power to change the world for the better. Here she chats to us about the cross over between creativity and geekiness, her tips for young creatives, the power of mentors and much more. Laura is also the co-founder of SheSays, an award-winning global creative network for women. Here she gives us some insights into what led to its creation as well as some of the brilliant work they do today. Enjoy listening.

We chat to the incredible Erik Kessels on all things advertising, creativity & coming up with brilliant ideas. Erik is a Dutch artist, designer, author, advertising guru, and curator with a great passion for photography. In this episode Erik shares some marvellous tips on how you can come up with creative ideas, what to do when you feel uninspired, and how to tap into your hidden creative ideas. Enjoy listening.

Ryan Wallman and Giles Edwards, authors of the entertaining marketing book, How Brands Blow, talk about their collaboration and the process of writing. They analyze impactful work, the resurgence of smaller agencies, and their favorite clients. They also discuss big name brands and recommend their book as a great gift for advertising enthusiasts.

Professor Ian Robertson discusses the inner workings of confidence and its impact on our self-belief. Topics include brain plasticity, reducing dementia, the importance of stimulation and engagement for individuals with dementia, how confidence acts as a self-fulfilling prophecy, the relationship between introversion and confidence, factors that influence confidence, and the dangers of overconfidence.

Professor Dan Ariely joins us to talk about his marvellous new book, "Misbelief", about why and how rational people believe irrational things. We also discuss how not to fall prey to corrosive information, lots of fascinating Behavioural Science and Psychology insights, and even his brand new TV show, The Irrational. Learn more about Dan and order his book at: https://danariely.com Learn more about 42courses at https://42courses.com

In this episode, our co-founder Jake Courage talks about the psychology behind brand-building, debunking marketing myths, sharing the difference between differentiation vs distinctiveness, Category Entry Points and market segmentation. This week's speakers are the award-winning marketer, strategist and author Eaon Pritchard and marketing and brand-building consultant Dr. Lachezar Ivanov. To read Eaons Books, go to www.eaonpritchard.com To chat with Dr. Lachezar, head to www.firebrandconsultants.com