The Bleeding Edge Podcast

Ralph Behnke

The stories behind the people, the projects and the technologies that are changing the way we live and work. Every week we interview an innovator at the bleeding edge and discuss their ideas and what it will take for them to become adopted and scale into mainstream.

  1. 22 HR AGO

    AI News Roundup as it happened - Early November 2025

    Summary In this episode of the Bleeding Edge podcast, Ralph Behnke and Emil Ogier discuss the latest developments in AI, focusing on the implications for consulting, market valuations, mobile technology, music generation, and ethical concerns surrounding companion applications. They explore how AI is reshaping industries, the future of mobile devices, and the evolving landscape of content creation, while also addressing the potential risks and ethical dilemmas posed by these advancements. Takeaways Consultants may need to adapt to survive in the AI era. AI is significantly impacting the professional services market. Valuations of AI companies are skyrocketing, with Nvidia leading the way. Mobile technology is expected to evolve into AR networks. AI music generation is becoming more legitimate with licensing agreements. Companion applications raise ethical concerns about data privacy. The future of AI research may move beyond current transformer models. Grokopedia aims to provide a more reliable information source than Wikipedia. AI is changing how we create and consume content. Shared experiences may become less common in a personalized digital landscape. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Technical Setup 02:15 AI in Professional Services 09:09 Future of Mobile Technology 11:23 AI Integration in Hardware 14:54 Grokopedia: A New Era of Information 18:38 AI in Music Generation 22:43 Exploring Simulation Theory 23:04 The Future of AI Companionship 26:36 Beyond Transformers: New AI Paradigms 29:38 NEWCHAPTER

    31 min

  2. 28 OCT

    Why serious entrepreneurs need an un-accelerator

    Summary In this conversation, Paul Sturrock discusses his journey in entrepreneurship, focusing on the concept of an 'unaccelerator' through his initiative, ClimbWorks. He emphasizes the importance of community, curiosity, and practical steps for aspiring entrepreneurs. The discussion also touches on the impact of AI on entrepreneurship, the significance of niche navigation, and the evolving landscape of business ideas. Sturrock encourages individuals to pursue their passions while maintaining clarity and confidence in their entrepreneurial journey. Takeaways The startup ecosystem often prioritizes investment over sustainable business models. Curiosity is a crucial trait for successful entrepreneurs. AI is making execution easier and more accessible for startups. Niche navigation can lead to better market fit and success. Building a community of entrepreneurs fosters collaboration and support. Entrepreneurship is a lifelong journey, not just a one-time event. Clarity and confidence are key indicators of progress in business. Innovative ideas often stem from observing and addressing real-world problems. Practical steps and accountability can help aspiring entrepreneurs succeed. The future of entrepreneurship will be shaped by AI and changing job landscapes. Connect with Paul:https://www.linkedin.com/in/paulsturrock/ Connect with Ralph:https://www.linkedin.com/in/ralphbehnke/ Find out more about Climbworks: https://www.climb.works/

    42 min

  3. 13 OCT

    Re-invent yourself as an AI Consult

    In this conversation, Lindsay Gonzalez and Ralph Behnke discuss the evolution of AI and its implications for businesses and individuals. Lindsay shares her journey from a STEM educator to an AI consultant, emphasizing the importance of understanding both the technical and human aspects of AI implementation. They explore the potential job displacement caused by AI, the opportunities it presents, and the skills needed to thrive in this new landscape. The discussion also highlights the importance of teaching others how to leverage AI for personal and professional growth, while addressing common fears and misconceptions surrounding AI technology. Connect with Lindsay here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindsaygonzales33/ Connect with Ralph here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ralphbehnke/ If you are interested in becoming an AI Consultant then you might consider joining an AI Community on Skool.com. One of the best I have found is AI Foundations. https://www.skool.com/ai-foundations/about?ref=b5360aa58e5c49678f0ac208db526ddc

    39 min

  4. 14 AUG

    Sizing up fashions biggest opportunity...clothes that fit!

    In this Podcast I talk to Julia Reynolds, founder of Tru-Size a company offering clothing design and sizing solutions to the fashion industry. Julia shares the significant issue of clothing returns due to incorrect sizing, which leads to an alarming £7 billion cost for UK retailers and contributes to over 300,000 tonnes of textiles ending up in landfills each year. This problem has prompted Julia and the team at Tru-Size to develop a new model for the standard measurements and how the grading of additional sizes can be extrapolated to ensure a more predictable fit for the clothes you buy. This change can make a meaningful impact on both consumer well-being and the environment in addition to improving profits for retailers. A new way of looking at an old problem and hopefully a practical solution to fashion's biggest problem...the clothes don't fit becaus of you (the consumer), they don't fit by design. Let's change that.

    44 min

  5. 01/09/2020

    Creating the new language of collaboration with values

    In this episode we talk to Katie Ledger.  As a corporate coach Katie  helps to develop leaders and teams that perform under pressure and consistently achieve inspirational levels of achievement.  With the team at Complete, Katie is bringing a new way for coaches to develop capability in their clients based on data, research and insight that has been built up over the last 70 years. It is called the Complete Values for Practitioners and it step changes the nature and impact of coaches or consultants delivering team performance improvement by using a developmental approach. Unlike traditional personality tests, the Complete Values Profile is a developmental assessment. It defines a leader’s current level of development and, crucially, where someone needs to focus to unlock a new level of performance. That means it’s perfectly suited to a coaching intervention. Katie takes us through what the values system is and what role it plays in helping us understand the world. If you are a coach then you will want to sign up for the Webinar on Values Profiling here. Connect with Katie on LinkedIn here

    48 min

  6. 14/08/2020

    Retail Revolution or bust!

    Many brands are closing stores and moving purely online, unable to bear the cost of expensive physical stores.  Simon Calvert sets out what retailers should be doing to win the battle of staying relevant and accessible to customers. Connect with Simon here

    1h 3m

  7. 11/08/2020

    Earth connection practice... creating the future with a little help from the past

    We walk in the footsteps of a thousand generations…what sort of world are we leaving for the next generations?  This is the question that Jamie and Sara, founders of Wyapa Wuurrk, set out to answer and in the process created a movement based on the philosophy of earth connection practice.  It is all based on ancient Indigenous wisdom that focuses on taking care of the Earth as the starting point for creating Earth Mind Body Spirit well-being.    Living in harmony with their environment is what sustained Australian Aboriginal people to be one of the world’s oldest, continuous living culture – for over 100,000 years!  Jamie and Sara are clear that this practice can sustain us for another 100, 000 years if we just open ourselves to this lifestyle shift. Jamie is a custodian of wisdom passed down from Aboriginal Elders and in his own journey he realised that every human being once lived on this earth in harmony with the environment.  Many cultures lost this way of life long ago. Aboriginal culture survived longer than most and this gives us the opportunity to recreate this earth connection practice.  I have personally sought out nature for most of my life, finding my happiest moments deep in a forest or a long way up a mountain.  This conversation with Jamie and Sara helped me make sense of this intense feeling I have to surround myself with nature and how to truly embrace this every day. Wyapa, means "connected country" and through a combination of Earth mindfulness, narrative meditation, a series of physical movements and taking action to look after the planet, Wayapa® provides a sense of belonging to the Earth while creating holistic well-being. Perhaps the most striking aspect of the Wyapa experience is that you can do the mind, body and spirit work but if you don't connect to the earth then you will likely be living with a feeling that something is missing.  Our route to the future is through our past and I personally can't wait get around a campfire with Jamie and Sara.  I hope you enjoy this episode exploring what it means to be deeply connected to the planet and how this might just be the catalyst to bring all of our wellbeing practice to bear as we look to go beyond survival and actually thrive with the planet. Connect with Wyapa here

    1h 8m

  8. 28/07/2020

    Building the future one teenager at a time.

    In this episode we talk to Danijela Prahovic about the strength based approach to building resilient teenagers and helping them to find their inner spark and start their life into adulthood with purpose.  Danijela has devoted her life to helping teens and young adults navigate the complex transition into adulthood. She has founded InnerSparQ, a digital platform to provide a self-paced programme that teaches vital life skills to adolescents.  Danijela loves to talk and as she says, she can talk underwater but one thing she does even better is to listen to the problems and challenges teens and your adults are facing.  She has distilled her experience into tools and techniques and particularly strength cards to help then learn life skills through a process of positive reinforcement and blended learning all accessible through a series of online resources.  Danijela's mission is to make this content accessible in a low cost manner but to make sure that they can start to take accountability and choose the way they feel that best serves them.  With 50% of mental health issues surfacing in early teens it is easy to see what drives Danijela to help many to find a better way of growing up and showing up. Connect with Danijela on LinkedIn here Visit the InnerSparQ website here

    39 min
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The stories behind the people, the projects and the technologies that are changing the way we live and work. Every week we interview an innovator at the bleeding edge and discuss their ideas and what it will take for them to become adopted and scale into mainstream.

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  • Creator
    Ralph Behnke
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    32
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Ralph Behnke
  • Show Website
    The Bleeding Edge Podcast