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Comment Here for ThinkWORKS 85 "Imagination is More Important Than Knowledge": Relativity, The Cosmic Speed Limit & More

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Episode lands from 8am on Monday 10th November.


In 1905 and in 1915, Einstein revolutionised scientific understanding of the forces that govern the universe and this episode seeks to unpick both Special & General Relativity, explaining the what, why and how, and examines the massive contributions they made not just to the scientific communities, but also to you in your day to day life. Join in the fun below and ask questions, give your own examples of how relativity is used in modern life or ways that relativity can be explained!  

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Comment Here for ThinkWORKS 84 The Eureka! Principle.

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Episode lands Monday 3rd November from 8am.


From my new book 'You 2.0: Build Yourself Better', comes a new Principle, and the story of how the chapter and Principle came into being IS the best example of how the Principle works! The book is out on December 1st but you can have a sneak peek at this idea and strategy now.


Join in the discussion below and share your examples of AHA moments and successes from failures.

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Comment Here for ThinkWORKS 83 Towards the Practical Utopia!

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This episode discusses my 'big idea', namely how we should set up a self-sustaining 'Utopia Village' (c) of businesses, entrepreneurs, artists, musicians, learning centres, community groups, social enterprises and local service providers, why they can help with impoverished areas and towns, and how they can be used to raise the aspirations of communities who are feeling left behind.


There will be an accompanying white paper attached below on Wednesday 29th October (it's on my other computer lol).


Episode lands from 9am on Monday 27th October.

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The Vision document as promised. All contents are (c) The Inform Group.

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Comment Here for ThinkWORKS 82 Adventures In Comics 2: The Astonishing True* Story of The Human Fly!

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* Note, the word true is used advisedly due to the deep rabbit hole you could go down discussing the Human Fly!


In a world where the line between reality and spectacle blurs, emerges a hero clad in mystery and daring deeds—The Human Fly! Join us on an electrifying journey as we delve into the enigmatic life of the man who defied gravity, thrilled millions, and left an indelible mark on the world of stunts and beyond.


Episode Highlights:

  • The Origins: Discover the incredible backstory of 'The Human Fly,' a tale woven with intrigue, survival, and the relentless pursuit of the extraordinary.

  • Daredevil Feats: Relive the breathtaking stunts that captivated audiences worldwide, including the legendary motorcycle leap over 26 buses!


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Here are the links Chris and I referred to in the episode:


To send notes to Bill Mantlo via his daughter Corinne - https://www.facebook.com/CorinnaMantlo


The Rocket Man recollections- http://kymichaelson.us/human-fly


The film company making a documentary of the Fly- https://astronautfilms.co.uk/


Back Issue Magazine is available from https://twomorrows.com/


Of course, we have to thank Marvel Comics for being mad and bad enough to bring us the original 'The Human Fly' comic book- https://www.marvel.com/comics


and, lastly, the new Human Fly comics- https://ipicomics.com/the-human-fly/



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Comment Here for ThinkWORKS 81 The Round Table Principle!

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From my new book, 'You 2.0: Build Yourself Better', comes this discussion on Principle 12: The Round Table Principle! In it we look at what the Principle entails, how and why it both a cultural and technological process, and what benefits it can bring to any organisation, large or small. Join in the discussion below!

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Episode lands from 9am Monday 13th of October.

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Comment Here for ThinkWORKS 80 Be Your Own Expert!

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Episode Lands Monday 6th October.


Based on a chapter in my new book You 2.0: Build Yourself Better (out November 1st), this episode discusses why it is important to never blindly follow the opinions of experts, and instead you should also conduct your own research so you at least know the basics about the area you need to make a decision in. 


You can also join in the discussion below.

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Comment Here for ThinkWORKS 79 Empowering Futures Part 2 Leveraging Science and Technology to Elevate Education

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Concluding our two part look at how technology is changing the face of education, we look at the increasing role of science and technology to help level up learning opportunities around the world.


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Comment Here for ThinkWORKS 78 Future-Ready Classrooms

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With rapid advances in AI, Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality solutions, Western world countries are poised to reap the benefits of bringing the future into classrooms. We look at some of the major schemes, policies, advantages and disadvantages of rolling out these technology into the classroom, but also look at the limiting effects of a narrow curriculum focus on students once they leave the educational years.


There will be a follow up to this episode soon looking at the roll out of technology in other regions of the world, but for now, you can join in the discussion on this episode below.


The Podcast episodes referred to in this episode can be found at https://www.darreninform.com/thinkworkspodcast/episode/50b7a283/2-thinkworks-episode-2-the-developing-role-of-ai-in-modern-life and https://www.darreninform.com/thinkworkspodcast/episode/5054e612/38-thinkworks-episode-38-conspiracy-theories-101-part-3

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Comment Here for ThinkWORKS 77 Adventures in Comics 1 Atlas Comics at 50 The Comic Giant That Never Was!

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Episode lands from 9am Monday 15th.


They were 'the NEW House of Ideas' who burst on the scene in 1975 with a full range of colour comics, black & white magazines and supporting merchandise. They challenged the status quo, changed the rules and... imploded within a year. Join guest Chris Dingsdale and I as we reminisce and discuss the launch, the titles, the fun, the chaos, the reasons for failure and the legacy of the company that is about to relaunch with a new range of titles, movies and merchandise!


Join in the discussion and see some of the covers below!

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And this is the magazine I held up to Chris when we were talking about the Atlas feature it had...

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