Best Arlan Hamilton Podcasts (2025)

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50 Ideas that Changed the World of Work with Jeremy Kourdi and Jonathan Besser 21:30

30d ago21:30

21:30

On this week's episode of Inside Outside Innovation, we sit down with Jeremy Kourdi and Jonathan Besser, authors of the new book, 50 Ideas that Changed the World of Work. From the Growth Mindset to Business Model Canvas, we delve into their guidebook for some of the key concepts, models, and frameworks that are shaping business leadership and workp…

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Human-centered AI: Ovetta Sampson on design risks and rewards 43:39

2M ago43:39

43:39

This episode of AI Product Builders is a must-listen. I’m joined by Ovetta Sampson, founder of Right AI and one of the sharpest minds in the AI and design space. With a career that spans leadership roles at Google, Capital One, and IDEO, Ovetta brings a powerful, context-driven lens to the hype around generative AI. We get into: * Why she left Goog…

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Vibe coding: A beginner's guide with Kyle Zantos 44:39

2M ago44:39

44:39

I’m joined by the imaginative Kyle Zantos, a Seattle-based designer, builder, and musician with over a decade of experience across UX, product, and brand. Kyle’s worked at startups and consultancies, but lately he’s been diving into AI through deeply personal, playful projects that blend creativity, tooling, and experimentation. We get into: * Why …

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Inside the creative process: Jay Demetillo leads Canva’s bold leap beyond traditional spreadsheets 41:11

2M ago41:11

41:11

In this episode of AI Product Builders, I sit down with Jay Demetillo, design lead at Canva, to talk about what it means to design spreadsheet experiences for the future. Jay has worked all over the world—from Grab in Southeast Asia to leading the design of AI features inside Canva Sheets. Now based in Australia, he shares what it took to reimagine…

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Breaking up with mockups: Filip Skrzesinski on Subframe's real-time design with code 42:12

2M ago42:12

42:12

In this episode of Technically Speaking: AI Builders, I sit down with Filip Skrzesinski, co-founder of Subframe, the UI design tool built for the AI era. Subframe isn’t just another no-code platform or AI playground. It’s a visual way to build production-ready software, allowing designers and non-technical teammates to collaborate directly with eng…

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Pablo Stanley on developing Lummi.ai and achieving product-market fit 52:40

2M ago52:40

52:40

In this episode of AI Product Builders, I sit down with designer, illustrator, and founder of Lummi AI, Pablo Stanley. From launching open-source illustration libraries to experimenting with AI-powered image generation, Pablo has always been pushing the edge of creativity and technology. He shares the unexpected origins of Lummi.ai, what went wrong…

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Introducing AI Product Builders: a limited-run podcast series 1:55

2M ago1:55

1:55

I’ve been quietly cooking up a limited-run podcast: AI Product Builders. This isn’t another AI hype machine. I’m sitting down with designers and builders who are actually shipping real work. We're digging into: * Real talk on integrating AI into existing products and worklflows * Play-by-play stories of launching net-new experiences (minus the vapo…

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Innovator's Journey and Mapping your Progress with Robyn Bolton, founder of Mile Zero and author of Unlocking Innovation 20:39

4M ago20:39

20:39

On this week's episode of Inside Outside Innovation, we sit down with Robyn Bolton, author of the new book, Unlocking Innovation. Robyn and I talk about the Innovator's journey for unlocking architecture behaviors and culture of innovation and ways you can measure and map your progress. Let's get started. Inside Outside Innovation is a podcast to h…

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Duncan Wardle, Disney's Head of Innovation and Creativity & Author of The Imagination Emporium 22:24

7M ago22:24

22:24

On this week's episode of Inside Outside Innovation, we sit down with Duncan Wardle, former head of Innovation and creativity at Disney, and author of the new book The Imagination Emporium. Duncan and I talk about his recipes for innovation and common tactics you can use to make your life and work more creative and inventive. Let's get started. Ins…

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Immigration's Importance for the Innovation Economy with Dave Brown, founder of Brown Immigration 19:15

1y ago19:15

19:15

On this week's episode of Inside Outside Innovation, we sit down with Dave Brown, founder and managing partner at Brown Immigration. Dave and I talk about the innovation economy and the importance of immigration, and the impact immigration policy has on its success. Let's get started. Inside Outside Innovation is the podcast to help new innovators …

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Shifting landscape of global talent with John Winsor, Open Assembly CEO 22:23

1y ago22:23

22:23

On this week's episode of Inside Outside Innovation, we sit down with John Winsor co-author of the new book, Open Talent. John and I talk about the shifting landscape of talent and tools and dive into what companies need to do to adapt and thrive in a new global marketplace for talent. Let's get started. Inside Outside Innovation is the podcast to …

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The Entrepreneurial Journey with Maria Flynn, Author of Make Opportunity Happen 19:12

1y ago19:12

19:12

On this week's episode of Inside Outside Innovation, we sit down with Maria Flynn, author of the new book, Make Opportunity Happen. Maria and I talk about the entrepreneurial journey and some of the hands-on things you can do as an entrepreneur to make the journey more effective and rewarding. Let's get started. Inside Outside Innovation is the pod…

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AI, VC, & Data Insights into Corporate Innovation with Thomas Thurston of Ducera Partners 27:55

1y ago27:55

27:55

On this week's episode of Inside Outside Innovation, we sit down with Thomas Thurston, Chief Technologist at Ducera Partners. Thomas and I talk about AI, venture capital, and some interesting data insights into what makes corporate innovation work or not work. Let's get started. Inside Outside Innovation is the podcast to help new innovators naviga…

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Pitfalls and Practicalities of Corporate Innovation with Elliott Parker, High Alpha Innovation CEO and Author of The Illusion of Innovation 17:51

1y ago17:51

17:51

On this week's episode of Inside Outside Innovation, we sit down with Elliott Parker, CEO of the Corporate Venture Studio High Alpha Innovation. Elliott is back on the podcast to talk about his new book, The Illusion of Innovation, where we talk about the pitfalls and practicalities of launching innovations in a corporate environment. Let's get sta…

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Your First Million with Backstage Capital Founder Arlan Hamilton 28:17

1y ago28:17

28:17

Arlan is a trailblazer in the venture capital world, focusing on helping underrepresented founders. She has a deep passion for both the business and personal aspects of her work, and she's here to share her incredible journey and insights with us. Summary In our conversation, Arlan opens up about her love for "General Hospital" and how her personal…

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Identifying and supporting Intrapreneurs with Louis Gump, Author of The Inside Innovator 20:48

1+ y ago20:48

20:48

On this week's episode of Inside Outside Innovation, we sit down with Louis Gump, author of the new book, The Inside Innovator. Louis and I talk about his experiences at The Weather Channel and CNN Mobile, as well as a myriad of topics for helping companies better identify and support inside innovators. Let's get started. Inside Outside Innovation …

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Centering Women of Color - Arlan & Bridgid’s new podcast! 1:04:11

1+ y ago1:04:11

1:04:11

Help us think of a name:) Reach out on LinkedIn or Instagram — Bridgid Coulter Cheadle is a serial entrepreneur and philanthropist who developed Blackbird House. To schedule a tour, visit https://www.blackbird.house Arlan Hamilton is the founder and managing partner of Backstage Capital, a boutique venture fund that invests in underestimated founde…

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E-commerce, Supply Chain, and Logistics with Paul Jarrett, Cofounder of Bulu 29:47

1+ y ago29:47

29:47

On this week's episode of Inside Outside Innovation, we sit down with Paul Jarrett, co-founder of Bulu and one of the original co-hosts of this very podcast. Paul and I talk about Bulu's journey, as well as the future of e-commerce, supply chain, and logistics, and many more things. Let's get started. Inside Outside Innovation is the podcast to hel…

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Corporate Innovation in Uncertain Times with Lisa Lutoff-Perlo, Celebrity Cruises CEO 19:30

1+ y ago19:30

19:30

On this week's episode of Inside Outside Innovation, we sit down with Lisa Lutoff-Perlo, former CEO of Celebrity Cruises, and author of the new book Making Waves. Lisa and I talk about the world of innovation in a legacy industry, role of talent and teamwork, and the skills required to navigate the ups and downs of working in uncertain times. Insid…

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The Intersection of Teaching and Design: Supporting Emerging Talent with Krislam Chin 40:07

1+ y ago40:07

40:07

Krislam Chin, a designer and educator based in West LA, shares her journey in the design industry and her passion for teaching. She discusses the importance of travel for creative individuals and the need for designers to experience the world. Her studio, Hello World Studio, aims to provide opportunities for emerging designers. She emphasizes the i…

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Special Edition: The Rise and Fall of InVision with Jay Demetillo 37:13

1+ y ago37:13

37:13

We will be diving into the fascinating story of the rise and fall of InVision. In this episode, join host Harrison Wheeler and special guest Jay Demetillo as they take you on a journey through the history of InVision and discuss the impact it had on the design industry. They explore the evolution of design tools, from the days of Photoshop and Drea…

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It’s book launch day! Your First Million is officially out! 6:55

1+ y ago6:55

6:55

Your First Million: Why You Don’t Have to Be Born Into a Legacy of Wealth to Leave One Behind, is out now! Available in hardcover, audio, and kindle💜

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Navigating Career Plateaus and Personal Branding with Chris Do 33:11

1+ y ago33:11

33:11

Chris Do, a personal branding coach and host of The Futur podcast, discusses the importance of personal branding and standing out in a changing market. He emphasizes the need to show up authentically and express your unique perspective and the value of thought leadership and writing in building your personal brand. He also shares his experience wit…

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If you’re feeling stuck or don’t know where to start 52:10

1+ y ago52:10

52:10

My annual episode to YOU. You know who you are.

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I’m going on a book tour! Get the dates here… 5:39

1+ y ago5:39

5:39

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Balancing Design and Engineering in the Tech Industry With Adekunle Oduye 25:59

1+ y ago25:59

25:59

Adekunle Oduye, a Design Engineer at Plaid, discusses his journey from art to design to engineering and how he became a design engineer. He emphasizes the importance of understanding both design and code and communicating and collaborating effectively. He also talks about his podcast, "Code & Pixels," which aims to provide practical guidance and in…

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Career advancement in the age of AI w/Valerie Capers Workman 35:25

1+ y ago35:25

35:25

Pre-order Arlan's new book, Your First Million, at https://www.amazon.com/Your-First-Million-Business_and-Generational/dp/0316507962 Order Valerie's book at https://www.amazon.com/Quantum-Progression-Science-Advancement-I/dp/B0CK3L5NNC/ref=sr_1_4?crid=HEDXX0KDUWGO&keywords=valerie+book+quantum&qid=1702417672&s=books&sprefix=valerie+book+quantam%2Cs…

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From Burnout and Isolation Into Allyship and Inspiration: The Intersectionality of Music, Design, Inclusion, and Social Justice With Kendall “Boo Boo” Howse 33:33

1+ y ago33:33

33:33

Kendall "Boo Boo" Howse, a Senior Designer, Illustrator, and Musician, discusses his design journey, which started with creating artwork for his music projects that eventually led to him freelancing full-time. He shares his passion for Dungeons & Dragons and its evolution to becoming a more inclusive and cooperative game. He emphasizes the importan…

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Shadow Design Teams with Audrey Crane, Partner at DesignMap 18:18

1+ y ago18:18

18:18

On this week's episode of Inside Outside Innovation, we welcome back Audrey Crane, partner at DesignMap. Audrey and I talk about the challenges and costs of shadow design teams and the impact of having non designers do design work. Let's get started. Inside Outside Innovation is the podcast to help new innovators navigate what's next. Each week, w…

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Richard Lyons, Berkeley's Chief Innovation and Entrepreneurship Officer on Innovation and Entrepreneurship 21:40

1+ y ago21:40

21:40

On this week's episode of Inside Outside Innovation, we sit down with Richard Lyons, Associate Vice Chancellor at the University of California, Berkeley, and the university's first ever Chief Innovation and Entrepreneurship Officer. Richard and I talk about the evolving role of innovation and entrepreneurship at universities, as well as some key tr…

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Creative Empowerment: Embracing Individuality and Promoting Cultural Expression with Eso Tolson 33:50

1+ y ago33:50

33:50

Eso Tolson, a Memphis-based designer and brand strategist, shares his journey as an artist and how he developed his unique style. He reveals his passion for uplifting and inspiring people through his work, including his art projects. He also talks about finding safety and comfort in different spaces and the impact of his trip to Hawaii. He emphasiz…

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Is Sam Altman really out at ChatGPT’s OpenAI? “Prolly not,” says Arlan Hamilton 37:28

1+ y ago37:28

37:28

Sam Altman was ousted at OpenAi (the parent company of ChatGPT) on Friday in a shocking twist. But over the weekend, things have been developing fast and there may be another surprise on the horizon.

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Your journey to financial freedom w/Jamila Souffrant 26:38

1+ y ago26:38

26:38

Want to get out of debt, save a nest egg, and have enough to reinvest into your quality of life?This week, I had a chance to interview Jamila Souffrant (again!), and what she has to say will make a huge difference in many lives.

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Superhuman by Design: Unifying Community and Authenticity in Design With Donald Burlock 41:27

1+ y ago41:27

41:27

Donald Burlock, User Experience Designer and Author of Superhuman by Design, joins the show to discuss his book and his mission to bring authenticity and social impact to the design profession. He shares his journey of self-discovery and the importance of showing up as your authentic self in a world that often pressures us to conform. He also highl…

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This week in review - it’s a doozy 48:49

1+ y ago48:49

48:49

@ARLANWASHERE to share your thoughts + YourFirstMillion.live for tickets to my April 9-12, 2024 event

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Moving accounting off of your plate w/RevelCPA 18:38

1+ y ago18:38

18:38

Learn more about RevelCPA at https://revelcpa.com/arlan/ (Note: I receive credits for services as a customer with any leads that become customers.) "Your First Million" is a deep dive into the thoughts and experiences of some of your favorite entrepreneurs, athletes, actors, investors, musicians, and more. Watch as they sit down with Arlan Hamilton…

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From Collaborating to Cofounding: The Evolution of a Design Agency From the Ground Up to Success With Ashley Phillips and Miro LaFlaga 30:00

1+ y ago30:00

30:00

Ashley Phillips and Miro LaFlaga, Founders of Six Cinquième, an award-winning strategic branding agency in Montreal, Canada, discuss their journey in starting their agency and the lessons they've learned. They discuss the importance of flexibility, adapting to change, and prioritizing personal well-being and creativity in the workplace. They also t…

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