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Light the Fuse interviews elite product VPs and leaders from global sports and active brands, including Leatherman, Vans, and Helly Hansen, about the high-stakes decisions that changed everything. Hosted by Patrick, CEO of Outrageous Insight, The Consumer Delight Consultancy, we pull back the curtain on the moments of doubt, dead ends, and design secrets behind the world's most iconic gear. New episodes weekly covering Leadership, Product Design, and consumer psychology. Ready to light the fuse?

  1. 1d ago

    Playing The Hand, Bobby Rivera, Black Diamond

    Cecily Schmidt at Koobz and Patrick from Outrageous interview Bobby Rivera from Black Diamond Group about fatherhood, belonging, identity, and legacy.

  2. Sep 8

    The Next Right Step. Jen, VP, Timberland

    You're doing something you love. When and how do you decide what to do next? What if it means starting from scratch? Again. This is the topic I explore with Jen, VP and GM at Timberland, who has lived her entire life believing that anything is possible and that everything can be learned. Thank you, Jen.

  3. Sep 2

    Coach-A-Palooza. Sean Sweeney, ex. New Balance.

    American Football. Football. Gridiron. We often talk about the players. The coaches. But what about the families? What is it like when your dad coaches the local school in football? When everyone knows your dad, and has an opinion about him. How does this then shape your subsequent career leading Marketing at one of the world's premier sporting apparel brands? This chat brings together Sean Sweeney, son of Coach Sweens, Matt Gooch (VP, Superfeet and former cross-country coach) and Patrick from Outrageous. A chat about coaching, encouragement, performance, and love.

  4. Aug 4

    The Escape Act. Houdini CCO, Eva Karlsson.

    What if a whole industry is going a different way with materials, ownership, ethos, marketing? How do you escape that gravity? This is the story I explore with Eva Karlsson, Chief Creative Officer at Houdini, the pioneering Swedish outdoor brand. What outdoor industry norm do you think needs to transform? #CircularDesign #Sustainability #GreenBusiness #PodcastRecommendation #SwedishDesign #Houdini #EcoFriendly #SystemChange

  5. Jul 28

    Hunger, Humility, Winning. Pelican CPO, Shawn LaRowe

    What does it take to win? How should you balance humility, hunger to win, and curiosity? This is the question I explore with ex-semi-pro baseball player and Pelican Chief Marketing and Product Officer, Shawn LaRowe. If you're wondering how to build a franchise product, then this interview's for you. #Innovation #ProductManagement #Leadership

  6. Jul 21

    Why Turbulence Is Key To Progress. Superfeet VP, Matt Gooch.

    Why do turbulence, difficulty, stress, and staying in for the long run lead to the biggest changes? These are the questions Kristi Spence and I explore with Matt Gooch, VP of Product at Superfeet Worldwide. A former cross-country runner and coach, Matt discusses the importance of long-run bets for progress. #inspiration #leadership #motivation

  7. Jul 14

    Why I Left Basketball, But Not The Court. Koobz VP, Cecily Schmidt.

    What occurs when an athlete faces the decision to turn professional? Is professionalism a career, a mindset, a drive to win, discipline, or something different? Patrick discusses this with Cecily Schmidt, a D1 athlete, basketball player, and VP of Footwear Product Creation and Commercialisation at Koobz.

  8. Jul 8

    Why Your Job Shouldn’t Be Your Identity. Former Mammut VP Maddie Petry.

    Ever wondered if you're more than your job? If what you DO is not ALL you're capable of? This is the topic I explore with Maddie Petry, former VP of Brand and Mammut at Mammut. A freestyle skier and highly successful operator who faced the crossroads of SHOULD and MUST. A fascinating exploration of balancing what's now and what's next. Inspired by our chat? Leave a review on Apple or Spotify. #EarnDelight.

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Light the Fuse interviews elite product VPs and leaders from global sports and active brands, including Leatherman, Vans, and Helly Hansen, about the high-stakes decisions that changed everything. Hosted by Patrick, CEO of Outrageous Insight, The Consumer Delight Consultancy, we pull back the curtain on the moments of doubt, dead ends, and design secrets behind the world's most iconic gear. New episodes weekly covering Leadership, Product Design, and consumer psychology. Ready to light the fuse?

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  • Creator
    Patrick / Outrageous Insight
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    15
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2025 Patrick / Outrageous Insight
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