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Producing Innovation with Michael Counts

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If you’re ambitious but feel quietly stuck—this podcast is for you.

Hosted by Michael Counts, a coach, creative strategist and entrepreneur, described by the New York Times as a “Mad Genius,” Producing Innovation starts with the belief that there is no “box” that we need to think outside of. Guests include some of the most successful entrepreneurs, creatives and thought leaders who share their stories and hard won insights.

Less noise. Better questions. Calm follow-through.

Brooklyn, NY • remote worldwide.
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In this episode of Producing Innovation, Michael Counts engages in a deep conversation with Zoe Kalar, founder and CEO of We Are 8. They explore Zoe's journey as a serial entrepreneur, the vision behind her innovative social media platform, and the importance of human connection and creativity in today's world. The discussion emphasizes the need for a shift in social media dynamics, focusing on inspiration, community, and the potential for monetization that benefits users rather than corporations. They also touch on the significance of gratitude and the power of laughter in navigating life's challenges.
Stacy Spikes co-founder of MoviePass gives us an insider perspective on his 13 year journey from bringing MoviePass from initial idea to completion. He then blows us away with his new startup PreShow.
Peter Sabbeth is an architect, builder, designer, painter, and creative entrepreneur. He and Michael discuss how to live a truly creative life.
This week Michael sits down with David Wise, a Senior Client Partner at Korn Ferry, to discuss how to cultivate creativity and innovation in the business sector.
Anne Hamburger discusses her storied career in New York site-specific and immersive theatre.
Jonathan Schnapp shares how Royal Palms Shuffleboard Club came to be.
Karen Dalzell, producer extraordinaire, outlines her approach to producing live events that push the boundaries of performance, business, art and technology.
Cayla Sharp walks us through her journey from Virginia Tech to San Francisco, and offers inspiration for those looking to accomplish seemingly impossible tasks.
Michael Solomon explains his approach to management, the art of the pivot, and the importance of investing in yourself.
Vivek J. Tiwary discusses the importance of having a historical mentor, and the powerful combination of passion and persistence in your work.
In this pilot, creator and founder Michael Counts lays out the show’s mission: turning wild ideas into working reality. Interviewed by collaborator Max Silverman, Michael breaks down the craft behind innovation - why discomfort is the signal, how to spot real breakthroughs (new combinations, not new atoms), and what coaching adds to the process. It’s part origin story, part field manual, and a promise for what’s ahead: candid conversations with artists, technologists, and builders who ship the improbable.
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