In this episode, Jason Cassidy and Davey Slimmon discuss the topic of innovation. They explore the motivations behind innovation, including fear and greed, and how these motivations drive change. They also discuss the Canadian innovation paradox, which highlights the country's strengths in research and education but its struggles in turning these advantages into commercial success. They touch on the need for a cultural shift towards a culture of innovation and the challenges faced by entrepreneurs in accessing funding and support.

Davey kicks off this week's conversation exploring the challenges of organizational change and why many change initiatives fail to meet their goals. Jason and Davey also discuss the low success rate of organizational change initiatives and the lack of support for these initiatives. They also delve into the reasons why people resist change and the role of fear and greed in driving change. The conversation explores the importance of generative AI innovation and the misconceptions surrounding it while also touching on the role of artificial intelligence (AI) and how it is often misunderstood, with people expecting it to solve complex problems but instead using it for mundane tasks.

In this week's conversation Jason and Davey explore the lack of innovation and risk-taking culture in Canada, particularly compared to other countries like the United States, Israel, and South Korea. They discuss how Canadians are more comfortable with the status quo and less inclined to take risks or invest in innovative ideas. They also touch on the cultural mindset of Canadians, the role of government in fostering innovation, and the need for recognition and rewards for innovation. The conversation highlights the importance of creating a culture that encourages and rewards innovation to drive growth and competitiveness and highlights the value of exploration, essentialism, and making informed decisions.