Let's Talk Ideas

In this episode we are joined by Jack Shaw, a local government expert to discuss their financial peril. Which factors put a council more at risk from financial pressures? How can a council even go bankrupt? Jack explains all, as well as what will this mean for the the lived experience of residents and anchor organisations within local communities. Finishing with a dose of optimism, Jack sets out practical solutions, as well as thoughts for broader reform of local government.

Will is the Programme Director at Health Innovation South West, one of the 15 Innovation Networks across England, established by NHS England to spread innovation at pace and scale.
Will joins John Wade and Paul Taylor to talk about the challenges of making ideas stick, the importance of thinking about spread at an early stage of exploration, and why culture trumps innovation every time.
You can follow Will on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/william-lilley-9302752a/

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In this episode, we are joined by David Parkin, a recognised industry leader in the development of low carbon energy infrastructure to discuss the bigger picture of the UK's transition to a net zero world. We discuss what we mean by net zero, common misconceptions about the transition, and what we need to do to get there.

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Chris Bolton is a researcher, blogger, and good practice expert.

Chris joins Paul Taylor and John Wade to talk about the idea antibodies that can kill innovation, the problem with following ‘best practice; and why we spend so much time ‘bike-shedding’.

Kate Davies is the founder of Buena ltd and the former CEO of Notting Hill Genesis.

Kate joins Paul Taylor and John Wade to talk about the things she perhaps couldn’t say as a CEO, the need for radical technological transformation, and why we must learn from the past whilst embracing the future.

Dan Minchin is the CEO of Chorus,  in Western Australia. Chorus are a for-purpose organisation who work alongside people to support them to live the life they choose.

Paul Taylor and John Wade learn about the remarkable transformation that Chorus have gone through which includes introducing small empowered teams, reducing bureaucracy and operating with principles of kindness.

In this episode we are joined by Dr Rob Rowlands, discussing the importance of data in resolving problems, where organisations should start with research, and how to cultivate curiosity.