https://media.blubrry.com/thetechhumanist/content.blubrry.com/thetechhumanist/Dan_Pontefract_Audio_Final.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadWhat if the real future-of-work crisis isn’t about technology replacing humans—but organizations pushing out workers just when their wisdom is needed most? In this episode, Kate O’Neill and Dan Pontefract explore the urgency of rethinking age in the workplace, longevity, and designing meaningful work for six-decade careers. Topics covered: […]
Soft Skills, Hard Truths with Dr. Bushra Khan
https://media.blubrry.com/thetechhumanist/content.blubrry.com/thetechhumanist/Dr_Bushra_Khan_Audio_Final.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadWhat if the “soft skills” we often overlook are actually the most strategic—and essential—in the age of AI? In this episode, leadership expert Dr. Bushra Khan and host Kate O’Neill explore the power and business impact of emotional intelligence, challenging outdated leadership myths and redefining what skills matter most […]
Asking Better Questions with Ben Pring
https://media.blubrry.com/thetechhumanist/content.blubrry.com/thetechhumanist/Ben_Pring_Audio_Final.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadWhat are the questions only humans can ask in an age where AI seems to have all the answers? In this episode, Kate O’Neill and futurist Ben Pring dive deep into the uniquely human skills and judgments that technology can’t replicate, and explore how leaders and organizations can navigate […]
Rethinking Climate Action with Tom Chi
https://media.blubrry.com/thetechhumanist/content.blubrry.com/thetechhumanist/Tom_Chi_Audio_Final.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadWhat if climate action and economic growth aren’t at odds—but actually deeply aligned? In this episode, Kate O’Neill sits down with Tom Chi to challenge conventional thinking about climate solutions, innovation, and the future of planetary restoration. Topics Covered: The emotional impact of witnessing coral reef collapse Reimagining climate […]
Bas Warmerdam on Thinking Like a Child for Professionals on Organizational Challenges
https://media.blubrry.com/thetechhumanist/content.blubrry.com/thetechhumanist/Bas_Warmerdam_Audio_Final.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadWhat if the secret to solving your organization’s toughest problems was thinking like a 10-year-old? Discover how childlike creativity and fun can reframe complex business challenges, spark innovation, and drive real results. Topics Covered: Childlike thinking for organizational problem-solvingPlayful penalties to boost accountabilityStorytelling and translating complex issues for kidsChange […]
Season 7 Wrap: See You in January
That’s a wrap on Season 7 of The Tech Humanist Show. We’re taking a brief hiatus through the holidays. New episodes return January 8, 2026 when Season 8 kicks off with a special series. We can’t wait to share it with you. In the meantime, catch up on some favorites from this season: Thanks for […]
Cortney Harding on the Metaphysical Future of Work
https://media.blubrry.com/thetechhumanist/content.blubrry.com/thetechhumanist/Cortney_Harding_FInal.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadWhat if the future of work means being present without actually “being” there? In this episode, Kate O’Neill and Cortney Harding dig into how AI, spatial computing, and XR are quietly reshaping both our work and our very definition of human value, beyond the headlines and hype. Topics covered:The […]
Building Platforms in Legacy Firms with Daniel Trabucchi and Tommaso Buganza
https://media.blubrry.com/thetechhumanist/content.blubrry.com/thetechhumanist/Daniel_Tommaso_FInal.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadWhat’s stopping legacy companies from becoming the next Airbnb or Amazon—and how can they unlock platform thinking to transform their assets into thriving ecosystems? Dive into how established organizations can use the “Digital Phoenix” effect to fuel innovation, leverage their existing advantages, and reshape value creation with cutting-edge insights […]
Leading Sports Innovation: Christa Stout on AI Strategy and Organizational Change
https://media.blubrry.com/thetechhumanist/content.blubrry.com/thetechhumanist/TTHS-Christa_Stout_FInal.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadHow can AI and innovation transform not just the business side of sports, but create truly human-centered fan experiences? In this episode, Christa Stout, the Chief Strategy and Innovation Officer for the Portland Trailblazers, talks with Kate O’Neill about building people-first strategies in professional sports, using AI to impact […]
Future‑Ready by Design: Greg Verdino on Building Adaptive Capacity
https://media.blubrry.com/thetechhumanist/content.blubrry.com/thetechhumanist/Greg_Verdino_FInal.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | DownloadWhat does it really take for organizations to thrive in an era of constant disruption and rapid technological change? In this insightful episode of the Tech Humanist Show, host Kate O’Neill sits down with innovation strategist Greg Verdino to explore the critical role of adaptability in modern business. Drawing […]