Best On The Heels Of Innovation Podcasts (2025)

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Hinge CEO Justin McLeod says dating AI chatbots is 'playing with fire' 1:07:28

1d ago1:07:28

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Today, I’m talking with Hinge founder and CEO Justin McLeod. Hinge is one of the biggest dating apps in the United States — it’s rivaled only by Tinder, and both are owned by the massive conglomerate Match Group, which has consolidated a huge chunk of the online dating ecosystem. Justin and I dug into that here, and we also explored some of the tho…

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#483 The Future of Footwear Retail: Eco Innovation and Loyalty With Oliver Hede, Vice President of Sales, Imbox Protection 24:59

2d ago24:59

24:59

What if a simple in-store service could protect shoes, promote sustainability, and keep customers coming back? In this episode of the Shoe-In Show, Oliver Hede, Vice President of Sales at Imbox, reveals how their eco-friendly shoe protection technology is revolutionizing the retail experience. From boosting customer loyalty to empowering store asso…

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MBFI's Mineral Case Study with Dr. Mary-Jane Orr 55:11

6d ago55:11

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Mary-Jane leads a dedicated team at MBFI to advance Manitoba’s beef & forage industry through engaging stakeholders, evaluating on-farm innovation, and extension for sustainability of farmers, the public, and the environment. She deeply values the opportunity to collaborate with producers, researchers, education providers, extension specialists, co…

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#482 From Heavy Metal to Heritage: Danny Ewoldsen’s Unconventional Road to President of Johnston & Murphy 30:20

9d ago30:20

30:20

How does a former heavy metal guitarist end up leading a 175-year-old heritage footwear brand? In this episode of the Shoe-In Show’s Leadership Series powered by OrthoLite, Danny Ewoldsen, President of Johnston & Murphy, shares his unexpected path to the C-suite and how creativity, curiosity, and customer obsession guide his leadership style. Danny…

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372: Justine Finocchiaro-Doles: From Breast Cancer to Dragon Boats: A Journey of Resilience 49:07

12d ago49:07

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📺 Watch & Subscribe on YouTube Ever wondered how to turn your personal struggles into a powerful platform for change? Justine Finocchiaro-Doles, host of "Just Talk with Justine," shares her journey from cancer survivor to podcast host, inspiring others through stories of resilience and hope. Justine, a four-time cancer survivor and dragon boat enth…

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Monopoly isn’t a game (with Lina Khan) 1:04:36

13d ago1:04:36

1:04:36

Hey everyone, it’s Nilay. Decoder is on a short summer break right now, but we’ll be back starting June 23 with new episodes, and we’re very excited for what we have on the schedule. In the meantime, we have an episode from the excellent podcast Stay Tuned with Preet, with host and former U.S. Attorney Preet Bharara. Last month, Preet sat down with…

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Taskrabbit CEO Ania Smith isn’t afraid of AI robots replacing human labor 1:11:45

16d ago1:11:45

1:11:45

Today, I’m talking with Taskrabbit CEO Ania Smith. Taskrabbit is an interesting company; it’s known best for being a platform for hiring people to put together your furniture, so much so that Ikea acquired it in 2017. But Taskrabbit is still operating as a mostly independent company all these years later, and Ania is now in charge of maneuvering a …

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#481 Inside the Premium Consumer Mindset: Insights With Mike Keisman, Head of Research and Innovation, MakerSights 19:54

16d ago19:54

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How are premium consumers shopping—and what’s driving their decisions? In this episode, Mike Keisman, Head of Research and Innovation, MakerSights, dives into the evolving mindset of premium footwear buyers. From intentional purchasing and brand trust to the impact of digital discovery and in-store experience, Mike unpacks the key forces shaping th…

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371: Lucas Dickey: How Deepcast is Revolutionizing Podcast Discovery 1:19:13

19d ago1:19:13

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📺 Watch & Subscribe on YouTube Ever wondered how to revolutionize podcast discovery and monetization for indie creators? I've got the inside scoop. Lucas Dickey, CEO of Deepcast, joins me to share his vision for transforming the podcast landscape. With a background spanning digital music, ad tech, and e-commerce, Lucas brings a unique perspective t…

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Why Runway CEO Cris Valenzuela thinks AI filmmaking is the future 56:54

20d ago56:54

56:54

Today, I’m talking with Runway CEO and co-founder Cris Valenzuela. This one’s special: Cris and I were live at an event in New York City last month hosted by Alix Partners, so you’ll hear the audience from time to time. Runway is a leading AI video generation platform, and it’s getting better all the time. That puts Cris and his company on the same…

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The Canadian Roundtable for Sustainable Beef & CRSB Certification with Andrea White & Ryan Beierbach 1:02:19

20d ago1:02:19

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Andrea White is the Director of Marketing and Stakeholder Relations with the Canadian Roundtable for Sustainable Beef (CRSB). She leads the marketing and communications strategies for the CRSB and its CRSB Certified program. She is a key liaison with the CRSB’s multi-stakeholder membership and supports marketing initiatives of those using the CRSB …

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Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky wants to build the everything app 1:17:31

23d ago1:17:31

1:17:31

Today, I’m talking with Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky. This is Brian’s fourth time on the show, and he’s one of my favorite guests because he’s so clearly obsessed with things like company structure, design, and decision making. You know, Decoder stuff. This time, Brian came on to talk about the company’s new services product and the full-scale redesign …

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#480 From Mailroom to President and CEO: Todd Krinsky’s 33-Year Journey at Reebok 32:46

23d ago32:46

32:46

How does a mailroom job lead to the CEO suite at one of the most iconic athletic brands in the world? In this episode of the Footwear Leadership Series powered by OrthoLite, Todd Krinsky, President and CEO, Reebok, shares his incredible 33-year journey through the ranks. He opens up about bold career moves, game-changing product innovation, and the…

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370: Innovating Podcast Marketing: Eric Melchor's B2B Strategies 57:29

26d ago57:29

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📺 Watch & Subscribe on YouTube Are you struggling to grow your podcast audience and monetize your show? Discover how Eric Melchor, founder of B2B Pod Pros, leverages innovative strategies to boost podcast growth and create valuable connections in the industry. Eric Melchor, a marketing expert turned podcast enthusiast, shares his journey from corpo…

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How private equity kills companies and communities 49:21

27d ago49:21

49:21

Today, I’m talking with journalist Megan Greenwell about her new book Bad Company: Private Equity and the Death of the American Dream. It comes out June 10th. It's fantastic and maddening in equal measure. I highly recommend it. In this episode, we discussed the genesis of Megan’s interest in the subject and its genesis in media — including her tim…

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Mental Health Awareness In Agriculture - The Manitoba Farmer Wellness Program and Donna's Journey with Donna Odell 24:24

27d ago24:24

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Donna married her high school sweetheart Les directly out of school and has been married to him for 39 years this July. She was raised in Virden and moved to the farm when they married. For 5 years they lived in a trailer and had one daughter there. They started into cattle with 6 mixed breed cows in 1989. In 1991 they moved to the home farm where …

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Google CEO Sundar Pichai on the next phase of AI 46:24

29d ago46:24

46:24

In what's become a bit of a Decoder tradition, I spoke with Google CEO Sundar Pichai in person after I/O. The conference this year was all about AI, particularly a slew of actual AI products, not just models and capabilities. To Sundar, this marks the beginning of a new era for search and the web overall. So I had to ask: what happens to the web wh…

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#479 FFANY Trend Watch May 2025 With Nikara Johns, Senior Editor, Footwear News, and Kendall Becker, Fashion Director, Trendalytics 23:24

30d ago23:24

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In this episode of FFANY Trend Watch, host Sandi Mines is joined by Nikara Johns of Footwear News and Kendall Becker of Trendalytics to explore Spring 2026 footwear and fashion trends. From thong sandals and sneakerinas to moto boots and platform sneakers, they break down what’s hot—from Coachella to Copenhagen. The conversation covers key style sh…

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369: Mastering Podcast Video, Lou Bortone's Tech-Savvy Approach 55:46

1M ago55:46

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📺 Watch & Subscribe on YouTube Are you struggling to keep up with the latest video marketing trends and tools? Lou Bortone, a veteran of the TV industry turned video marketing expert, shares invaluable insights on leveraging AI-powered tools to create compelling content efficiently. Lou Bortone, host of "Oh Shit, I'm Dead" podcast and video marketi…

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Why Uber's CEO is okay with reinventing the bus 1:01:58

1M ago1:01:58

1:01:58

Today, I’m talking with Uber CEO Dara Khosrowshahi. We recorded this conversation on the same day Uber announced a big set of product updates, including new options for shared rides. Dara was in New York for all that, so he came to our studio and we did this one together, which always makes for a great episode. If you’ve been listening to Decoder r…

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Mental Health Awareness In Agriculture - Gerry Friesen: The Recovering Farmer 44:07

1M ago44:07

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Gerry Friesen, AKA the Recovering Farmer, is a co-founder of the Manitoba Farmer Wellness Program. He comes from a diverse background of experience, learning and discovery through farming and as a stress and conflict management specialist. Gerry’s passion is in helping others find solutions for the various issues that life throws at us. A combinati…

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Microsoft CTO Kevin Scott on how AI can save the web, not destroy it 1:14:38

1M ago1:14:38

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Today, I’m talking with Kevin Scott, the chief technology officer of Microsoft, and one of the company’s AI leaders. Kevin is one of my favorite repeat Decoder guests, and he joined the show this time to talk about the future of search. Microsoft just announced an open-source tool for websites to integrate AI powered natural language search with ju…

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#478 Navigating Footwear Leadership With Susie Kuhn, President, Active Brands Group, Wolverine Worldwide 26:26

1M ago26:26

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What drives successful footwear leadership in today's ever-evolving industry? In the debut episode of the Footwear Leadership Series, Wolverine Worldwide's President, Active Brands Group, Susie Kuhn shares global career insights, innovative growth strategies, and her people-first leadership style. Hear how she harnesses trends, AI, and culture to e…

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368: Rocío Pérez' Emotional Journey From Brain Tumor to Breakthrough 52:18

1M ago52:18

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📺 Watch & Subscribe on YouTube Ever feel like you're stuck in a rut, unable to break free from old patterns and reach your full potential? Rocío Pérez's journey from teenage mother to successful entrepreneur and leadership expert might just be the inspiration you need. Rocío Pérez, Chief Leadership Officer at Virtuous, shares her remarkable story o…

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Workday's new product head hopes he can make you like Workday 1:12:06

1M ago1:12:06

1:12:06

Today, I’m talking with Gerrit Kazmaier, the brand-new president of product and technology at Workday. Gerrit’s new on the job, maybe a little bit braver than most, and to his credit he came on the show and took the heat. We spent a lot of time talking about what enterprise software really is, what it does and why it has a reputation of being so de…

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Mental Health Awareness in Agriculture: The Canadian Centre for Agricultural Wellbeing with Dr. Briana Hagen 34:18

1M ago34:18

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Dr. Briana Hagen is a leading voice in Canadian agricultural mental health. As CEO and Lead Scientist of the Canadian Centre for Agricultural Wellbeing, she combines academic research with real-world solutions, co-creating programs alongside farmers to build resilience and break down barriers to mental health support. Dr. Hagen’s work spans policy …

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#477 Emergency Tariff Update: Navigating the Global Trade Turbulence in the Footwear Industry With Steve Reynolds, CEO, Jade Footwear 26:16

1M ago26:16

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How are global trade wars reshaping footwear sourcing? In this urgent episode of Shoe-In Show, Matt Priest and Thomas Crockett speak with Steve Reynolds, CEO, Jade Footwear, on navigating shifting tariffs, shipping delays, and factory diversification across Asia. Get insider insight into the real-time chaos impacting 85M pairs yearly. Don’t miss th…

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Did Apple get too big for its own good? 1:23:05

1M ago1:23:05

1:23:05

We’re doing something a little different today — I asked my friend John Gruber of Daring Fireball to come on the show and talk about the future of Apple, and, importantly, the App Store. I wanted to talk about the most recent ruling in the Epic v. Apple legal saga. But I also wanted to talk about the big picture at Apple, and why the company seems …

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#476 How Crocs Walk in the Shoes of Their Fans and Drive Global Trends With Anne Mehlman, Executive Vice President and Brand President, Crocs 27:38

1M ago27:38

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How did Crocs evolve from a simple foam clog to a global footwear icon? In this episode of Shoe-In Show, Anne Mehlman, Executive Vice President and Brand President, Crocs, shares her journey from CFO to brand leader and reveals the secrets behind the brand’s unstoppable growth. From bold collaborations and social media buzz to the power of customer…

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Reuters is ready to stand up for the press — and embrace AI 1:04:38

2M ago1:04:38

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Today, I’m talking with Paul Bascobert, who is the president of Reuters, as part of a special Thursday series we’re running this month to explore how leaders at some world’s biggest companies make decisions in such a rapidly changing environment. Reuters is a great company for us to kick off with, because it’s been around since 1851, when the hot t…

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Mental Health Awareness in Ag Mini Series: Do More Ag and High Heels & Canola Fields with Lesley Kelly 33:38

2M ago33:38

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Lesley Kelly is a farmer, entrepreneur, and mental health advocate who farms with her family in Watrous, Saskatchewan. As the voice behind High Heels & Canola Fields, she bridges the gap between farmers and consumers by dispelling agricultural myths and fostering meaningful conversations about food and farming. Her passion for advocacy began while …

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NYT publisher AG Sulzberger on Trump, OpenAI, and the economy 1:10:43

2M ago1:10:43

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Hey everyone, it’s Nilay. We’re off today, but we’ll be back Thursday, so stay tuned. In the meantime, we have an excellent episode from Business Insider Chief Correspondent Peter Kafka, who hosts the media podcast Channels. In this episode, Peter sat down with one of the biggest names in journalism: New York Times publisher AG Sulzberger. It’s a f…

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#475 Unboxing Efficiency: Transforming the Supply Chain Game With Optimized Packaging With Justin Jaeger, Sales and Marketing Specialist, Trillora Packaging Solutions 23:20

2M ago23:20

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Struggling with rising footwear costs and supply chain chaos? This episode dives into how optimizing packaging can boost efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance transparency. Guest Justin Jaeger, Sales and Marketing Specialist, Trillora Packaging Solutions shares insights on cutting hidden costs, Tetris-style box design, and tackling sustainability r…

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367: Danny Peña - 20 Years of Gamertag Radio: Inspiring Journey 1:00:32

2M ago1:00:32

1:00:32

📺 Watch & Subscribe on YouTube Ever wonder how a gaming podcast pioneer navigates the ever-changing landscape of the industry? I sat down with Danny Peña, the creator of Gamertag Radio, to explore his 20-year journey in podcasting and gaming. Danny Peña is the founder of Gamertag Radio, the first gaming podcast to reach 1,000 episodes. With two dec…

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What Trump has broken in 100 days 52:25

2M ago52:25

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A lot has happened in the first 100 days of Trump's second term. It’s nearly too much to keep up with, really, but we're going to try. Verge policy editor Adi Robertson joins Decoder this week to talk through six of the biggest stories and themes we're covering, from tariffs to TikTok to DOGE. Links: Donald Trump’s first 100 days: all the news affe…

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Yellowquill Prairie Preserve: Grazing Native Prairie with Josh Dillabough & Gordon Beddome 48:05

2M ago48:05

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Josh Dillabough is a dedicated natural area manager for the Nature Conservancy of Canada, he’s been with the organization since 2010. When not pursuing efforts to protect critical natural habitat or being coerced into media interviews or podcasts, he endeavours to be a loving husband and dad. Josh is an outdoor enthusiast that enjoys hunting, fishi…

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Decoder Live: Fired FTC commissioners fight back 58:59

2M ago58:59

58:59

A few days ago, I hosted a panel with FTC commissioners Rebecca Slaughter and Alvaro Bedoya at the IAPP Global Privacy Summit in Washington, DC. We recorded the discussion, and we’re bringing it to you today. Normal Decoder stuff, but these are anything but normal times. Becca and Alvaro were FTC commissioners until very recently, when President Do…

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#474 Traceability Is Power: Unlocking Value Across the Supply Chain With TrusTrace CEO Shameek Ghosh 26:29

2M ago26:29

26:29

How can footwear brands turn supply chain traceability into a competitive advantage? This week on Shoe-In Show, we sit down with Shameek Ghosh, CEO and Co-Founder of TrusTrace, to explore how traceability platforms are transforming how companies manage risk, ensure compliance, and drive product value. From mapping deep-tier suppliers to meeting glo…

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The case for breaking up Google has never been stronger 1:12:18

2M ago1:12:18

1:12:18

Today we’re talking about the very real possibility that Google might be broken up by the United States government. And to do that, I’m talking to Jonathan Kanter, the former assistant attorney general for antitrust under the Biden administration. Kanter left the DOJ after Trump was elected, but he was the architect of the major antitrust cases the…

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Verizon’s consumer chief: Net neutrality ‘went literally nowhere’ 1:12:39

2M ago1:12:39

1:12:39

As CEO of Verizon's consumer division, Sowmyanarayan Sampath oversees the biggest part of the company, which does business with roughly a third of the entire country. He's a longtime Verge reader, so we talked very directly about whether the huge 5G investment had actually paid off, and whether – whether the “race” we were supposedly in with China …

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