Saïd Business School, University of Oxford

In this episode of the What we value podcast, hosted by Colin Mayer and Dennis Snower, we have Professor Denis Noble as the guest and the voice that challenges the traditional view of evolution as being driven solely by competition and 'survival of the fittest'.

How do our values shape the choices we make, and how do those choices influence society?

Colin Mayer and Dennis Snower are the hosts of the 'What we value' podcast. Professor George Ellis joins episode 1 as a guest.

Colin Mayer and Dennis Snower are the hosts of the 'What we value' podcast. In this episode, Professor Dame Henrietta Moore argues that prosperity should be understood as the ability to live well together rather than simply achieving economic growth or accumulating wealth.

In this episode, the conversation explores leadership through the lens of history, philosophy, politics, and human behaviour. The discussion reflects on what ancient thinkers such as Plato and Aristotle can teach modern leaders, while also examining emotional intelligence, self-leadership, decision-making, and the risks of cognitive bias.

An engaging discussion on how leaders can balance conviction with humility, manage change, recognise mistakes, and avoid the mental traps that can shape decisions in organisations and public life.

Episode 2 continues the conversation on leadership, focusing on decision-making, change, and the human biases that influence how leaders act. The episode explores confirmation bias, emotional self-awareness, organisational resistance, and the importance of admitting mistakes quickly while maintaining trust and confidence.

A thoughtful discussion on what it means to lead yourself before leading others.