The Curious Advantage Podcast

WARNING: STRONG LANGUAGE AND ADULT THEMES. In this episode, Garrick sits down with John Harris Dunning, the brilliant mind behind graphic novels like "Salem Brownstone," "Tumult," and the newly released "Summer Shadows" from Dark Horse Comics. John shares his journey from aspiring writer to acclaimed graphic novelist, offering a glimpse into the creative process that brought his vivid stories to life. We delve into the world of graphic novels, discussing their rising popularity and what sets them apart from traditional books. John explains why graphic novels resonate with readers, emphasizing the unique power of visual storytelling and the depth that illustrations can bring to a narrative. John recounts his experience curating the groundbreaking "Comics Unmasked: Art and Anarchy in the UK" exhibition at the British Library. This prestigious exhibition highlighted the cultural and artistic significance of comics, drawing from the rich archives of the British Library. Beyond his professional work, John reflects on the concept of curiosity—how it drives creativity and innovation. We discuss the role of curiosity in both human endeavors and artificial intelligence, and John reveals what he's personally curious about outside his professional sphere. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the art of storytelling, the impact of visual narratives, and the enduring appeal of graphic novels. Whether you're an avid reader of comics or simply curious about the genre, John's insights provide a deeper understanding of why graphic novels continue to enchant and inspire. John Harris Dunning Social Media: Instagrah: johnharrisdunning Twitter/ X: johnhdunning Instagram: darkhorsecomics Twitter/ X: @DarkHorseComics https://www.darkhorse.com/Comics/3012-386/Summer-Shadows-1 https://dailydead.com/summer-shadows-qa-john-harris-dunning-discusses-influences-collaborating-with-ricardo-cabral-and-the-vampire-storys-unique-setting/ https://www.comicbookcouplescounseling.com/post/john-harris-dunning-summer-shadows-interview Comics Unmasked: Art and Anarchy in the UK https://www.amazon.co.uk/Comics-Unmasked-Gravett-Harris-Dunning/dp/0712357750/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2NR9VWBHHPCEC&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.S2si-FG4eQ2H5Ybo-1jSxuKPaEKgs8YO7AikbJuvULlxdtuFT5PI1HJ1EjIxNXmZhk3GI-bds-15MMzv7IVS1Q.Vzfde51w5aoxybqh2VybYHpwsS5ylTc5gJrfgug3_3o&dib_tag=se&keywords=john+harris+dunning&qid=1721904128&sprefix=john+harris+dunning%2Caps%2C106&sr=8-1 Salem Brownstone: All Along the Watchtowers https://www.amazon.co.uk/Salem-Brownstone-All-Along-Watchtowers/dp/1406320528/ref=sr_1_2?crid=2NR9VWBHHPCEC&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.S2si-FG4eQ2H5Ybo-1jSxuKPaEKgs8YO7AikbJuvULlxdtuFT5PI1HJ1EjIxNXmZhk3GI-bds-15MMzv7IVS1Q.Vzfde51w5aoxybqh2VybYHpwsS5ylTc5gJrfgug3_3o&dib_tag=se&keywords=john+harris+dunning&qid=1721904128&sprefix=john+harris+dunning%2Caps%2C106&sr=8-2 Tumult  https://www.amazon.co.uk/Tumult-John-Harris-Dunning/dp/1910593486?dplnkId=5eee1388-c44e-4660-93cd-8c3d830cf1dd&nodl=1 Summer Shadows #1 https://www.amazon.co.uk/Summer-Shadows-John-Harris-Dunning-ebook/dp/B0D8L53ZYR/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?crid=2NR9VWBHHPCEC&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.G7v8haXFHmsdpiGJX5w3gAsPj9fKv8TX59-L9b81yLpO_r4VdwctFmnudaJoL2h2dDnNE7nDKIG6tWTp5iLeJdCtoB6oD_Bg6K-GRhzBWrI.3LutHzrf5z6AUXAFDLbXt8QdKRvSu2EOze74vwWBEz0&dib_tag=se&keywords=john+harris+dunning&qid=1721904128&sprefix=john+harris+dunning%2Caps%2C106&sr=8-1-fkmr0 Wiper  https://www.darkhorse.com/Books/3008-843/Wiper-TPB https://www.amazon.co.uk/Wiper-John-Dunning/dp/1506733409?dplnkId=ce1a01b2-0842-4c89-a3ae-cca5ea2abfbf&nodl=1 About the Curious Advantage Podcast Series The Curious Advantage Podcast series, hosted by the authors of The Curious Advantage book – Paul Ashcroft (co-founder & partner, Ludic Group), Simon Brown (Global Learning & Development Leader, Partner, EY), and Garrick Jones (co-founder & partner, Ludic Group) – explores how curiosity is a driving force for success in both individual lives and organizations, particularly in our evolving digital landscape. This podcast distills insights from neuroscience, anthropology, history, art and behaviorism to make the concept of curiosity accessible and applicable to everyone. About The Curious Advantage Book The Curious Advantage is an exploration of the idea of Curiosity and its increasing importance for thriving in the digital age. Taking the widest possible exploration of things Curious – historical, contemporary, neuro-scientific, anthropological, behavioural, semantic and business-focused. At the heart of the book is our model of Curiosity, called ’Sailing the 7C’s of Curiosity’. This model provides individuals with a practical framework for how to be successfully Curious and use Curiosity as a power skill to unlock their own potential. To find out more visit: curiousadvantage.com Get your copy of The Curious Advantage on Amazon The Curious Advantage Audiobook is also available on Audible Follow The Curious Advantage on LinkedIn and Instagram The Curious Advantage Podcast is executive produced by Jessica Wickham and Aliki Paolinelis. Audio editing is expertly by Danny Cross. Video editing by Jessica Wickham.  #curiousadvantage #podcast #curiosity #7C's #digitalsuccess #neuroscience #insights #business #podcastseries #audiobook #amazon #digitalage #sailingthe7cs #powerskill #curiositymodel #thrivedigitally #podcastinsights #authorpodcast #leadership #digitallandscape #curiositybook #linkedin #linkedin #novelist #comicbook #comic #writer #storytelling #images #graphicnovel #graphicnovelist 

Join as the hosts explore the art of questioning with Warren Berger, a questionologist, author, and speaker. They discuss fostering a culture of enquiry, enemies of effective questioning, nurturing a questioning mindset, power of 'mission questions', and thought-provoking questions.

Join improv experts Lisa Rowland and Dan Milton-Klein as they discuss the power of improvisation in enhancing communication skills and fostering confidence. They explore the origins of improv, the impact of curiosity on personal growth, and the practical applications of improv in business and organizations. Discover how embracing failure, saying yes, and fostering a curiosity mindset can lead to success in various contexts.

Join business transformation leader David E. Carney as he discusses his journey as part of the LGBTQ+ community in the US Navy and the importance of curiosity in fostering diversity and inclusion. Explore the impact of political interventions, historical progress in the armed services, and the strategic imperative of embracing diversity. Dive into how curiosity drives organizational growth and personal development.

Join hosts Paul Ashcroft, Simon Brown, and Garrick Jones as they dive into the world of artificial intelligence with Jaeden Schafer, the visionary behind the top AI podcasts, "AI Chat," "AI Applied," and "AI Hustle," collectively boasting over 2 million annual listens. In this episode, discover the origins of Jaeden's passion for AI and the journey that led him to become a trailblazer in the field. Gain exclusive insights into the inner workings of his acclaimed podcasts and explore Jaeden's unique approach to content curation, driven by a commitment to quality and authenticity. Jaeden shares his mission to democratize AI through AI Box's innovative no-code app builder and marketplace, shedding light on the challenges he's faced and the vision driving his work. Learn how he envisions a future where AI is accessible to all, and explore the exciting advancements and applications shaping the AI landscape. Drawing from his extensive experience, Jaeden also offers practical advice for leveraging AI effectively, empowering individuals and businesses to unlock its full potential.  Want to learn more?  Visit AI Box: https://aibox.ai/ Find Jaeden Schafer on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaeden-schafer Find Jaeden Schafer on X: https://x.com/jaeden_ai About the Curious Advantage Podcast Series The Curious Advantage Podcast series, hosted by the authors of The Curious Advantage book – Paul Ashcroft (co-founder & partner, Ludic Group), Simon Brown (CLO, Novartis), and Garrick Jones (co-founder & partner, Ludic Group) – explores how curiosity is a driving force for success in both individual lives and organizations, particularly in our evolving digital landscape. This podcast distills insights from neuroscience, anthropology, history, art and behaviorism to make the concept of curiosity accessible and applicable to everyone. About The Curious Advantage Book The Curious Advantage is an exploration of the idea of Curiosity and its increasing importance for thriving in the digital age. Taking the widest possible exploration of things Curious – historical, contemporary, neuro-scientific, anthropological, behavioural, semantic and business-focused. At the heart of the book is our model of Curiosity, called ’Sailing the 7C’s of Curiosity’. This model provides individuals with a practical framework for how to be successfully Curious and use Curiosity as a power skill to unlock their own potential. To find out more visit: curiousadvantage.com Get your copy of The Curious Advantage on Amazon The Curious Advantage Audiobook is also available on Audible Follow The Curious Advantage on LinkedIn and Instagram The Curious Advantage Podcast is executive produced by Jessica Wickham and Aliki Paolinelis. Audio editing is expertly by Danny Cross. Video editing by Jessica Wickham.  #CuriousAdvantage #CuriousAdvantagePodcast #CuriosityPodcast #7CsofCuriosity #DigitalSuccess #NeuroscienceInsights #BusinessCuriosity #PodcastSeries #Audiobook #Amazon #DigitalAge #Sailingthe7Cs #7CsofCuriosity #PowerSkill #CuriosityModel #Curisosity #ThriveDigitally #PodcastInsights #AuthorPodcast #LeadershipCuriosity #DigitalLandscape #CuriosityBook #LinkedInPodcast #AI #Podcast 

Abhijit Bhaduri, a seasoned talent management advisor, discusses Career 3.0, debunking outdated career paradigms, essential skills for success, curiosity, career archetypes, leadership-talent-culture intersection, organizational growth, and personal development. His expertise offers actionable strategies for navigating the evolving workplace, leaving listeners inspired to excel in their careers.

Lisa Danels, Executive Director of Human Edge and author of 'The Human Edge Advantage', discusses integrating head, heart, and gut in leadership, navigating burnout, uncovering masks people wear under stress, and creating a leadership framework. She also shares insights on AI and longevity, emphasizing curiosity, self-awareness, and personal power to unlock genius and co-create possibilities.

In this podcast episode, we delve into the captivating world of Noga Arikha, a philosopher, historian of ideas, and science humanist. She takes us on a journey from her childhood in Paris to her experiences working with neuropsychiatric patients and her current endeavor—writing a biography of anthropologist Franz Boas for the Yale University Press, set to be released in 2025. Arikha holds the position of Visiting Fellow at the European University Institute in Florence, is an Associate Fellow of the Warburg Institute (London), an Honorary Fellow of the Center for the Politics of Feelings, a Research Associate at the Institut Jean Nicod of the Ecole Normale Supérieure in Paris. Throughout the episode, Arikha shares personal reflections on curiosity and emphasizes its essential role in personal and societal growth. She encourages listeners not to shy away from embracing their feelings in this thought-provoking conversation with Garrick Jones. Purchase The Ceiling Outside: The Science and Experience of the Disrupted Mind  Purchase Napoleon and the Rebel: A Story of Brotherhood, Passion, and Power  Purchase Passions and Tempers: A History of the Humours  Get your copy of The Curious Advantage on Amazon The Curious Advantage Audiobook is also available on Audible Follow The Curious Advantage on LinkedIn and Instagram About the Curious Advantage Podcast The Curious Advantage Podcast series, hosted by the authors of The Curious Advantage book – Paul Ashcroft (co-founder & partner, Ludic Group), Simon Brown (Partner, Talent, EY), and Garrick Jones (co-founder & partner, Ludic Group) – explores how curiosity is a driving force for success in both individual lives and organizations, particularly in our evolving digital landscape. This podcast distills insights from neuroscience, anthropology, history, and behaviorism to make the concept of curiosity accessible and applicable to everyone. About The Curious Advantage Book The Curious Advantage is an exploration of the idea of Curiosity and its increasing importance for thriving in the digital age. Taking the widest possible exploration of things Curious – historical, contemporary, neuro-scientific, anthropological, behavioural, semantic and business-focused.At the heart of the book is our model of Curiosity, called ’Sailing the 7C’s of Curiosity’. This model provides individuals with a practical framework for how to be successfully Curious and use Curiosity as a power skill to unlock their own potential. To find out more visit: curiousadvantage.com The Curious Advantage Podcast is executive produced by Jessica Wickham and Aliki Paolinelis. Audio editing is expertly by Danny Cross. Video editing by Jessica Wickham. 

Amy Edmondson, Novartis Professor at Harvard Business School and a leading management thinker, dives into the impactful relationship between curiosity and psychological safety in the workplace. She highlights the importance of 'smart pilots' in project management to foster learning from intelligent failures. Her engaging anecdotes reveal how leaders can create environments that support vulnerability and innovation. Edmondson also discusses adapting leadership styles in an increasingly complex and digital world, encouraging continuous learning and adaptive thinking.

Join the hosts of The Curious Advantage as they dive into the world of innovation and growth with the incredible Rita McGrath. Rita, a seasoned author, speaker, and Professor at Columbia Business School, shares her journey from CEO to academia, unveiling insights from her latest book, Seeing Around Corners. In this episode, Rita unpacks the concept of inflection points, discussing the eight practices crucial for navigating blind spots. She emphasizes the importance of early warning systems in detecting these pivotal moments before they occur, revealing how examining assumptions ties into spotting these turning points using the 7Cs framework from The Curious Advantage book.  We explore the intersection of curiosity and business, discovering how Rita's personal curiosity fuels her work and why she believes curiosity is the key to success in our rapidly changing digital landscape. Rita's expertise, combined with her passionate approach to leveraging curiosity, offers a unique perspective on fostering growth and innovation and inspires individuals and organizations to navigate curiously during uncertainty to drive success in our ever-evolving world. Seeing Around Corners is available on Amazon Get your copy on Amazon The Curious Advantage Audiobook is also available on audible Follow The Curious Advantage on LinkedIn About the Curious Advantage Podcast Series The Curious Advantage Podcast series is brought to you by the authors of the book The Curious Advantage, Paul Ashcroft, Simon Brown & Garrick Jones and it is about how individuals and organisations use the power of curiosity to drive success in their lives and organisations, especially in the context of our new digital reality. It brings to life the latest understanding from neuroscience, anthropology, history and behaviourism about curiosity and makes these useful for everyone. About The Curious Advantage Book The Curious Advantage is an exploration of the idea of Curiosity and its increasing importance for thriving in the digital age. Taking the widest possible exploration of things Curious – historical, contemporary, neuro-scientific, anthropological, behavioural, semantic and business-focused. At the heart of the book is our model of Curiosity, called ’Sailing the 7 C’s of Curiosity’. This model provides individuals with a practical framework for how to be successfully Curious and use Curiosity as a power skill to unlock their own potential. To find out more visit: curiousadvantage.com The Curious Advantage Podcast is executive produced by Jessica Wickham and Aliki Paolinelis. Audio editing is expertly by Danny Cross. Video editing by Jessica Wickham.