![Ideaprov](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/8635954/rsz50_1__6l8fd.png)
Ideas together are better than ideas alone. Ideaprov harnesses the power of collaborative thought and service design to propose solutions to real-life issues. Through empathy and creative thinking, co-creators share ideas and brainstorm our way to a possible solution. Listen in as this all unfolds to you and us live in every episode! Still unclear? Try this link: https://youtu.be/hslMDwHsGIc Website: www.ideaprov.live Hosted by Mike Pedersen
Episodes
![But I want it!](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog8635954/IDEAPROV-Iconsmall_300x300.jpg)
Thursday Nov 12, 2020
But I want it!
Thursday Nov 12, 2020
Thursday Nov 12, 2020
The candy, the whine, the tantrum. "I can't be seen in that Mom!" The Joneses must be kept up with. The consumerist beast must be fed.
In this episode Greta Bennett and I ideaprov how to teach better consumer habits to children.
Filled with laughs and stories we tackle how to educate young minds on the power of the almighty dollar.
Co-creator segment: Care giving is a ministry
Ideaprov Insight: Squatting for a better body.
![Cosplay Curious](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog8635954/IDEAPROV-Iconsmall_300x300.jpg)
Thursday Nov 05, 2020
Cosplay Curious
Thursday Nov 05, 2020
Thursday Nov 05, 2020
Naturally we are apprehensive of things and people we don't know. However we know pop culture and media characters and feel connected to them. Could we use this to our advantage?
In this episode Maile Signorotti and I ideaprov how we could use cosplay to make people more empathetic toward one another.
Creatively we talk about traveling exhibitions and broadening the horizon of those that are reluctant.
Co-creator segment: Instructional Technology program and opening your mind to a new way of working.
Ideaprov Insight: Contingency management - a new way to rehab
![Don't be a worry wort](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog8635954/IDEAPROV-Iconsmall_300x300.jpg)
Thursday Oct 29, 2020
Don't be a worry wort
Thursday Oct 29, 2020
Thursday Oct 29, 2020
What if I can't....? What will they think....? Stories that start like this often do not end well. The mind plays tricks on you and you may start to believe them. So how do you break that cycle?
In this episode Zoey Ka and I ideaprov how to stop worrying, and become better in tune with the thoughts in our head.
Co-creator segment: RUOK - inspire and empower everyone to meaningfully connect with the people around them and start a conversation with anyone who may be struggling with life.
Ideaprov Insight: Mini Forests - Miyawaki small forests to improve climate conditions, block noise, and jumpstart biodiversity
![Startup floaties](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog8635954/IDEAPROV-Iconsmall_300x300.jpg)
Thursday Oct 22, 2020
Startup floaties
Thursday Oct 22, 2020
Thursday Oct 22, 2020
Small businesses make up a large part of the economy and yet notoriously don't last long, 1.5 to 2yrs at the most. How can we improve the success rate?
In this episode, entrepreneur Claudius Mbemba and I ideaprov how to solve this using practical methods that people can start using today.
Co-creator segment:
- https://www.useneu.com/
- http://turing.io/
- https://www.nucamp.co/business/jobboard
- https://vitaes.com/
- https://startuphaven.com/
Ideaprov insight: Scaled - Moveable casts for athletes
![Plastic Potential](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog8635954/IDEAPROV-Iconsmall_300x300.jpg)
Thursday Oct 15, 2020
Plastic Potential
Thursday Oct 15, 2020
Thursday Oct 15, 2020
Banning plastic straws and one-time use plastic helps but we will need more. In this episode Hailey Temple and I ideaprov how do we turn the retrieval of and disposal of plastic into a lucrative business?
Co-creator segment: MURAL
Ideaprov Insight: Experiential Math
![Business Geriatrics](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog8635954/IDEAPROV-Iconsmall_300x300.jpg)
Thursday Oct 08, 2020
Business Geriatrics
Thursday Oct 08, 2020
Thursday Oct 08, 2020
Brands grow, grow old and then become ripe for disruption. How do aging brands stay in business when their core product and customers are aging?
In this episode Kristy, Kim and I ideaprov a way to stay up with the trends while still being true to your company values.
Co-creator segment:
Kim - Make your home your space.
Kristy - Entrepreneurship
Ideaprov Insight: Adaptive traffic improvments
![Classroom Coins](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog8635954/IDEAPROV-Iconsmall_300x300.jpg)
Thursday Oct 01, 2020
Classroom Coins
Thursday Oct 01, 2020
Thursday Oct 01, 2020
Teachers need more pay, says everyone. How? I don't know.
In this episode Adam Hsu and I ideaprov how to get teachers the benefits they need.
Co-creator segment: Kanbanese - for info on trainings and products
Ideaprov Insight: Collagen 17 - a skin protein for the ages
![Blind date bias](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog8635954/IDEAPROV-Iconsmall_300x300.jpg)
Thursday Sep 24, 2020
Blind date bias
Thursday Sep 24, 2020
Thursday Sep 24, 2020
Tall, skinny, stutter, accent, blonde. People come in all different shapes, sizes, ethnicity and with many different attributes. Can we decouple stereotypes/bias when selecting a mate? If so how?
In this episode Kai Turmann and I ideaprov how to do just that by challenging yourself, socializing in different circles and more.
Co-creator segment: Olive, a transformative way for tech buyers to talk to tech sellers
Ideaprov Insight: Vitamin C patch
![Poisoned Politics](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog8635954/IDEAPROV-Iconsmall_300x300.jpg)
Thursday Sep 17, 2020
Poisoned Politics
Thursday Sep 17, 2020
Thursday Sep 17, 2020
Too much money, too many big interests, and everyone wants a piece. Can we create a political system that is free from corruption?
Mat Calverley and I ideaprov how to create a political system that is free from corruption.
Co-creator segment: Have a creative physical outlet
Invention of the Week: The Tower of diamonds.
![Passing the skills baton](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog8635954/IDEAPROV-Iconsmall_300x300.jpg)
Thursday Sep 10, 2020
Passing the skills baton
Thursday Sep 10, 2020
Thursday Sep 10, 2020
Similar to playing telephone often times teachings are lost in translation from one generation to the next.
In this episode Daniel Westbrooks and I ideaprov how to instill good values and help bridge the skills we've found valuable to the next generation.
Co-creator segment: Youth development, faith and social justice
Invention of the week: Lumos, a safer illuminated bike helmet to keep you safe.