An Hour of Innovation with Vit Lyoshin
An Hour of Innovation is hosted by Vit Lyoshin, a technology professional with a product development, and program leadership background. Each episode explores the art and science of innovation through conversations with product leaders, scientists, and innovators. We dive into groundbreaking ideas, uncovering the why and how behind them. The goal is to amplify the voices of those driving change, offering insights, inspiration, and practical takeaways to spark listeners’ creativity and passion for progress. Welcome, and enjoy!
Episodes
In this episode of An Hour of Innovation podcast, Vit Lyoshin and Melissa Dinwiddie discuss Melissa’s Create the Impossible™ framework, which consists of three steps: play hard, make crap, and learn fast. Melissa emphasizes the importance of embracing imperfection and playfulness in the workplace to unlock creativity and innovation.
Melissa Dinwiddie is an innovation strategist, keynote speaker, and creativity consultant whose journ...
In this episode of An Hour of Innovation podcast, Vit Lyoshin and Christian Ray Flores discuss the importance of inner mastery as a foundation for personal and professional success. Christian emphasizes the importance of emotional self-regulation, the impact of resistance on progress, and the significance of establishing daily practices to enhance inner mastery. The discussion also covers resilience, anti-fragility, and the necessi...
In this episode of An Hour of Innovation podcast, host Vit Lyoshin speaks with Mark Reich, a former Toyota executive and author of 'Managing on Purpose.' They delve into the Hoshin Kanri framework, a strategic management system that aligns an organization's vision with execution. Mark shares insights from his extensive experience at Toyota, discussing the importance of vertical and horizontal alignment, common pitfalls ...
In this episode of An Hour of Innovation podcast, host Vit Lyoshin speaks with AI and ethics expert Yvette Schmitter about the practical use cases of AI, the ethical considerations surrounding its deployment, and the importance of quantifying productivity gains. They discuss the hype surrounding AI tools, the challenges of integrating AI into existing systems, and the need for proper training and implementation to achieve real busi...
In this episode of An Hour of Innovation, Vit Lyoshin and Jonathan Mast discuss the effective use of AI in business and personal contexts, emphasizing the importance of choosing the right tools, mastering prompting techniques, and adopting an AI-first mindset.
Jonathan Mast is the founder of White Beard Strategies and a leading voice in practical AI adoption. With decades of experience in digital marketing, he now helps professiona...
In this episode of An Hour of Innovation podcast, Vit Lyoshin and Austin Vance discuss the transformative impact of AI on software development. They explore the necessary mindset shifts for engineers and leaders, the importance of context in AI-driven development, and the effective use of AI tools in various stages of the software development process.
Austin Vance is the co-founder and CEO of Focused, a software consultancy speciali...
In this episode of An Hour of Innovation podcast, host Vit Lyoshin and guest Lauren Petrullo discuss the essential strategies for launching and growing new software. They explore the balance between launching too early and waiting for perfection, the importance of user feedback, and the role of social proof and influencer marketing.
Lauren Petrullo is a growth strategist, entrepreneur, and founder of Mongoose Media, where she helps ...
In this episode, Vit Lyoshin speaks with Vincent Allen, an expert in intellectual property and technology law, about the importance of protecting innovations in the fast-paced world of AI. They discuss common mistakes startups make in safeguarding their intellectual property, the timing for patent applications, and the implications of using open source technologies.
Vincent Allen is a managing partner at Carstens, Allen & Gourle...
In this episode, Vit Lyoshin speaks with Christophe Gole and Nancy Pick, co-authors of 'Do Plants Know Math?' They explore the fascinating intersection of mathematics and nature, particularly how plants exhibit mathematical patterns such as the Fibonacci sequence.
Christophe Golé is a mathematics professor at Smith College, whose research explores the intersection of math, biology, and dynamical systems. He is a leading exp...
In this episode of An Hour of Innovation, Vit Lyoshin and Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek discuss how to future-proof your career and income in the age of AI. Joan shares her experiences with layoffs and the importance of diversifying income streams. Joan emphasizes the significance of personal branding, networking, and upskilling in the face of AI advancements.
Dr. Joan Palmiter Bajorek is an AI expert, bestselling author of Your AI Roa...
In this episode of An Hour of Innovation podcast, Vit Lyoshin interviews Alex Polyakov about the evolution of Project Simple, an AI-powered Agile Software Development Platform, focusing on innovations, challenges in startup growth, and the impact of AI and automation on product development. They discuss the importance of data analytics, maintaining product quality, and the necessity of adapting to customer feedback.
Alex Polyakov is...
In this episode of An Hour of Innovation podcast, host Vit Lyoshin speaks with Marcelo Calbucci about the PRFAQ framework, a tool designed to drive innovation and refine product ideas. Marcelo shares his journey from working at Microsoft to founding startups and eventually joining Amazon, where he discovered the PRFAQ framework.
Marcelo Calbucci is a seasoned entrepreneur, investor, and product leader with a deep passion for innovat...
In this conversation, Vit Lyoshin and Jaime Schwarz delve into the transformative potential of NFTs and blockchain technology in redefining digital ownership and collaborative product creation. They explore the evolution of digital goods, the intersection of augmented reality and NFTs, and the implications of ownership in the digital age.
Jaime Schwarz is an award-winning creative director with over 15 years of experience in brand p...
In this episode, Vit Lyoshin and Nolan Myers delve into the concept of North Star metrics, exploring their significance in guiding startups and organizations toward growth. They discuss how to define a North Star metric, its characteristics, and provide examples from well-known companies.
Nolan Myers is a seasoned startup operator, executive coach, and product leader with deep expertise in scaling businesses and driving transformati...
In this episode of An Hour of Innovation, Dr. Claudio Gratton, an entomologist and agricultural ecologist, discusses the intersection of agriculture, technology, and ecology. He explains how innovations like genetic modification, precision agriculture, and mechanization have shaped modern farming while also creating unintended environmental consequences. The conversation explores the challenge of balancing food production with sust...
In this episode of An Hour of Innovation podcast, Vit Lyoshin interviews David Carson and discusses why groundbreaking ideas often start as "dumb" ones and why smart people tend to resist them.
David explains how new ideas challenge certainty, defy conventional thinking, and often evoke emotional reactions before gaining acceptance. Using examples like Airbnb, Crocs, and Liquid Death, he highlights patterns in unconvention...
In this episode of An Hour of Innovation podcast, Vit Lyoshin interviews Jasmin Hume, CEO and founder of Shiru, a startup revolutionizing the food and personal care industries through biotechnology, AI, and precision fermentation.
Jasmin highlights Shiru’s rapid, nature-inspired process of producing innovative products like OleoPro, and discusses partnerships with major food and ingredient companies, regulatory challenges, and addre...
In this conversation, Roman Pichler discusses the intricacies of product strategy, emphasizing the importance of frameworks and tools in driving innovation.
Roman Pichler is a leading product management expert specializing in product strategy, leadership, and agility, with nearly 20 years of experience coaching and advising product professionals. He is the author of 4 books including Strategize and How to Lead in Product Management,...
In this episode of An Hour of Innovation podcast, Mitch Francis talks about his book "Bad-Ass Solutions for Today's Big-Ass Problems." He discusses pressing global issues such as rising ocean levels due to climate change, the education crisis in America, and the national debt. Mitch shares his innovative solutions, emphasizing the need for collective action and involvement from the public to address these challenges ...
In this conversation, Ami Meoded discusses the innovative Elora Baby Wellness Monitor, which integrates AI technology to enhance baby monitoring and support parental confidence. The discussion covers the evolution of baby monitoring technology, the importance of understanding parental needs, and the innovative features of the Elora monitor.
Ami Meoded is a seasoned entrepreneur and marketing leader. He is the Co-Founder and CMO o...
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