Incongruent

Incongruent

Podcast edited by Stephen King, award-winning academic, researcher and communications professional. Chester | Dubai | The World. Correspondence email: steve@kk-stud.io.

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October 5, 2025 35 mins

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Monica Marquez, workplace AI strategist and founder of Flipwork Inc., shares insights on how organizations can adapt to AI-driven changes in the workplace through inclusive practices and human-centered transformation. She explains why companies struggle with AI adoption despite significant investments, pointing to outdated training methods and the need for alignment between identity, mindset...

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Dan Sickles, award-winning filmmaker and founder of Depop Studios, shares his insights on incorporating AI into filmmaking while preserving artistic integrity. He discusses his approach to crafting narratives that center underrepresented communities and his vision for multidimensional storytelling through his new project "New Here."

• Dan is drawn to communities living on ...

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Chris Daigle, founder and CEO of Chief AI Officer, helps executive teams deploy real-world AI strategies that drive business results through his flagship Executive AI Immersion program, designed specifically for mid-market companies.

• AI adoption is fundamentally different from previous tech waves because it's accessible to anyone regardless of technical background
• Older...

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Alistair Lowe Norris, Chief Responsible AI Officer at Iridis, discusses how AI can be a positive force for change when built on ethical foundations, safety measures, and benefits for both people and planet.

• Recipient of the President's Lifetime Achievement Award for his volunteer work addressing food insecurity
• Three pillars of responsible AI: ethical AI that follows gu...

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Radhika Dutt challenges traditional goal-setting frameworks and introduces OHLs (Objectives, Hypotheses, and Learnings) as a more effective alternative for today's knowledge workers who are solving complex puzzles rather than performing repetitive tasks.

• Goals and targets originated in the 1940s for unskilled, unionized workers doing repetitive tasks
• Today's workfo...

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Galvin Widjaja, founder and CEO of Lauretta AI, shares his journey from restaurant management to leading a privacy-first computer vision company that predicts human behavior without using biometrics. His unconventional path provides unique insights into building AI that respects privacy while effectively understanding human intent.

Here are the seven biggest takeouts from the interv...

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This is part of an online research project into the use of podcasting in higher education pedagogy. You can find the project here: https://sking47.wixsite.com/website-2.

Today, we’re diving into the blueprint for crafting educational podcasts that are not only engaging but empirically valuable. Imagine a podcast that doesn't just share knowledge but transforms how we learn—pro...

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Can traditional university education evolve to truly prepare students for the complexities of the real world? Unlock the secrets to this revolutionary shift as we dissect the abandonment of conventional lectures and exams in favor of immersive, real-world problem-solving projects. We introduce you to the STAIRR framework—Structure, Transitioning, Authority, Inspiration, Reporting, and Reward...

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Join the cast of Grease at....

Where: Hartland International School, Dubai
When: from June 12 to 15, 2024
Timings:  7:30 PM daily and a 2:30 PM matinee on Saturday, June 15
Tickets: https://ticketslover.com/dubai/events/mtdxb-presents-grease.

In this episode Katheryne Nicole Alday and Stephen King interview James Mitchinson and Talya Mitchell as they share the ...

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Embark on an auditory odyssey with us as Stephen King and Mikhail Skornyakov uncover the melodic intricacies of forging a career in music, in our latest interview with professional saxophonist, composer and conductor, Maksim Mintcaev.  

Join us for a session resonating with insights, where every note is an invitation to explore the cadence of a creative musical career.

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The curtain rises on an enthralling discussion about theatre and acting in the UAE. With a special collab with Redbeat MDX and the arrival of Desiree Barreto to our team,  we gain a deep insight into the creative minds of playwright Alex Broun and actor/producer Osman Aboubakr.

Alex Broun: https://alexbroun.com/
Osman AbubakrL https://www.osmanaboubakr.com/
Redbeat MDX: htt...

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Discover the truth behind the curtain of sustainability promises, as we unravel the complexity of global commitments to a sustainable future. Is the global political and corporate leadership really committed to the long haul, or are they merely ticking boxes to appease a growingly conscientious society? The episode peels back layers of international pledges, evaluating their authenticity and...

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Discover the transformative power of student awards as we converse with a distinguished panel of educators gathered for the 2023 edition of Middlesex University's Annual Learning and Teaching conference. 

Promising to build confidence, generate connections, and encourage collaboration, these accolades are more than mere symbols of recognition - they are stepping stones to acade...

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In this episode we're connecting awards, pedagogy, and industry standards in a way you never thought possible. We won't shy away from the hurdles – the struggle to find relevant literature on industry-organized student award ceremonies and higher education pedagogy. But hey, we're equipped with 'Publish or Perish'. We'll comb through every piece of literature to...

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Ever wondered what makes a student tick? What are the factors that lead to a satisfied and motivated learner? Get ready to have these questions answered in our latest episode of the Incongruent podcast with host, Stephen King. We delve into the intricate world of student satisfaction within award programs, dissecting the complex nature of measuring satisfaction and its impact on a student&ap...

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What if there's a world within TikTok where norms are defied, yet engagement rates surpass those of mainstream content creators? Welcome to the intriguing realm of TikTok tarot content creators! In our latest episode, we unravel the unconventional appeal of these influencers, who effortlessly command the attention of audiences ranging from 10,000 to 1 million followers. These mavericks ...

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Ever wondered how the spiritual world of Tarot and Angel Card Healers navigate the digital realm of TikTok? My co-researcher, Natalie Katchouh and I journey into the captivating realm of these unique content creators and their adept use of digital marketing. We unravel the controversies they face, the dangers of propagating health and well-being information on social media, and the issues ar...

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This podcast supports a panel discussion I am moderating on June 15 at 2pm UAE time which explores the role industry awards play in a higher education programme.  This is part of Middlesex University's Annual Learning & Teaching Conference.

This panel discussion features faculty members from across Middlesex University's international campuses who will discuss their ex...

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This study was shared on May 4 at Middlesex University Dubai at the 2nd International Conference on Technology, Innovation and Sustainability in Business Management (ICTIS 2023). 

Find more information: https://www.mdx.ac.ae/ictis2023.

AIMS OF STUDY
The aim of this auto-ethnographic study is to provide insight into the lived experiences of higher education faculty in their attemp...

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This study was shared on May 4 at Middlesex University Dubai at the 2nd International Conference on Technology, Innovation and Sustainability in Business Management (ICTIS 2023). 

Find more information: https://www.mdx.ac.ae/ictis2023.

AIMS OF STUDY
The aim of this auto-ethnographic study is to provide insight into the lived experiences of higher education faculty in their attemp...

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