OxTalks Chris Oxley

Have you ever wondered what ignites that spark in your brain when you make a choice, be it picking a brand or deciding to trust someone?
This episode explores the mind's undercurrents with cognitive neuroscience professor Joseph Devlin. Together, we break down the walls of the subconscious, revealing the secrets of consumer neuroscience that drive our decisions, often without us even realising it.
Joseph shares some of the sophisticated tools used to measure audience engagement, pushing past the limitations of traditional market research.
OxTalks is produced and managed by Urban Podcasts.

Have you ever considered how AI shapes the business landscape and the psychology that drives it? Business psychologist and psychometrician Katie Thomas and I discuss AI's influence on the future of work.
In this episode, we delve into the shift towards behavioural skills over technical know-how and the rise of adaptability as a prized asset. Katie explains the urgent need for personnel who can adapt and drive transformative change within their organisations, emphasising the necessity of these skills in the evolving business landscape.
We also explore the ethical dilemmas in AI use, such as issues of bias and look at how AI can provide support systems in workplaces lacking extensive mental health resources to promote a more compassionate and efficient work environment.
Lastly, Katie shares how Promptability is a new, innovative tool that assists users in crafting effective AI prompts.
OxTalks is produced and managed by Urban Podcasts.

Known as 'Tipper X,' Tom Hardin became one of the most prolific informants in securities fraud history. He helped build over 20 of the 80+ individual criminal cases in Operation Perfect Hedge, a Wall Street house cleaning campaign that morphed into the largest insider trading investigation of a generation.
As the youngest professional implicated in the sting, Tom was tasked with wearing a covert body wire on over 40 occasions to help the FBI bring down some of its biggest targets in the industry.
In this episode, I hear first-hand Tom's story as we explore a world where ambition can eclipse ethics and the pursuit of success can lead to a downfall. We dissect the psychological forces when short-term profits overshadow long-term values and explore the complexities of navigating ethical dilemmas under the influence of mentors and workplace culture.
Tom's reflections on his journey powerfully remind us of the thin line between right and wrong in high-stakes finance.
OxTalks is produced and managed by Urban Podcasts.

Traversing the world to pursue career growth or satisfy our thirst for adventure is a challenging task. In this episode, I'm joined by Nathan Cornwell, who sheds light on the harsh realities of grappling with local languages, financial limitations, and the quest for a sense of belonging in a foreign country.
Nathan shares how to create a support system from scratch, how to find guidance from colleagues and the personal traits that drive us to explore life-altering experiences abroad.
OxTalks is produced and managed by Urban Podcasts.

In this episode, we take a thought-provoking journey through the dynamic intersection of AI and wealth management. Aalok Shukla, the co-founder of Implement AI, shares how AI can transform the industry and empower influential professionals to enhance their services.
Aalok shares compelling examples of AI in action, from analysing consultations to generating insightful financial documents. We also explore the practical aspects of AI integration within wealth management, covering the foundational elements necessary for a smooth transition into an AI-enhanced future with the emergence of new specialised roles, such as fractional chief AI officers, demonstrating the growing commitment to AI in the sector.
OxTalks is produced and managed by Urban Podcasts.

Boost your communication skills as in this episode, we explore the intriguing concept of empathetic curiosity with our distinguished guest, Dean Cooper. With Dean's extensive background in management consulting, psychology and neuroscience, he paints a vivid picture of how this critical skill can transform our interactions, fortify relationships, and mould us into more effective leaders.
This episode is a masterclass on empathetic curiosity, promising rich insights on navigating negative emotions, engaging in challenging conversations, and genuinely understanding others' perspectives.
OxTalks is produced and managed by Urban Podcasts.