After a two month hiatus, I'm sharing some exciting news about hosting a new podcast and the future of this podcast moving forward.

Is Vero the future of social networks? Emily touches on why this new social network is an innovative idea, and what makes this network better (and worse) than the giants Instagram and Facebook. (Hint: It has to do with algorithms and ads!)

Hackathons may be something you're fully aware of or have never heard of before. In this episode, Emily talks about what hackathons are and how you can get the most out of your next hackathon experience so you can be innovative and build those skills at the same time 🎉

Emily kicks off Season 2 of the Innovation Intern by interviewing awesome designer & cool human Abbie Goulet (@HeyItsAG) about the concept of Clicks to Bricks: integrating ecommerce into previously only physical retail experiences. The pair discuss examples from Home Depot, Canadian Tire and IKEA to name a few while picking apart what makes a truly good integrated experience.

If you’ve ever wondered where good ideas come from, you’re not alone. We discuss where good ideas come from, how smaller ideas can still have a big impact, and when you know the world is ready for your idea in this discussion-packed episode!

Using the Anchor app as a prime example, we explore the 7 Principles of Human Centered Design by Don Norman in this episode. Learn what guidelines you should follow to design with humans in mind!

Hype Cycles are wicked depictions of emerging innovations and where they sit when it comes to the hype surrounding them! Learn about the 5 phases of hype & interesting innovations from the future 🤓

As if innovation wasn't confusing enough - there's 4 different kinds of innovation! This episode, Emily talks about 2 of the 4, and gives examples for why each is important.

Find out what the last two design thinking mindsets are and hear why they're an integral part of the process! Also: let me know which is your favorite 😊

Failure Friday makes it first appearance! I talk about one of my personal failures and play call ins from others about their own failures or the ones of business. Let's normalize & learn from failing!