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Groove Theory: #2 - The street food rebellion at a Michelin restaurant
Most of us deliver what's expected without noticing what's actually needed. Here's how to change that.
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Best of...
The Creative Technologist comeback
How a misunderstood role from the digital agency era is becoming essential for the AI age
A.I.
Pascal's Wager for AI (and why you should bet on Scenario 2)
Dan Hockenmaier just cut through all the AI noise with a simple framework. Here's why his "scenario 2" bet makes perfect sense.
Learning, Education & Growth
What Brian Eno knows about learning (that we've forgotten)
The ambient music pioneer's new theory about art as "adult play" reveals why case studies don't stick - and what does.
Future Of Work
The AI displacement wave is here (and it's not what you think)
Real professionals are losing work to AI right now. But the solution isn't just learning new toolsâit's becoming harder to replicate.
Newsletter
Groove Theory: #1 - The accidental breakthrough that changed everything
How chaos in a London classroom taught me everything about finding your groove
Newsletter
From Wavetable (with something new)
Quick note: This is Howard, founder of Wavetable, emailing about something new I'm launching
Adventures...
Adventures⊠#67: Back in the Groove
After 66 editions of "Adventures" and a long hiatus, I'm returning with something new. Groove Theory blends cultural stories, practical frameworks, and real-world applications for creative professionals navigating the moments that matter most.
Best of...
Groove Theory: A new lens for creative professionals who want to find - and hold - their rhythm
You know your stuff, but when the spotlight hits, something goes sideways. Groove Theory helps creative professionals find their rhythm in high-stakes moments - from pitches to keynotes to career pivots. Discover the five elements that transform ideas into experiences people actually feel.
A.I.
The 80-hour reality check: What actually happens when you build with AI
Everyone's talking about AI magic, but what's the messy reality behind actually building something? Here's my 6-week journey through format fails, bad vibes coding, and the breakthrough moments that made it all worth it.
Culture & Insights
Crystal Palaceâs finest FA Cup moment (and it wasn't the goal)
Crystal Palace pulled off one of the great FA Cup upsets this weekend - beating Manchester City to win their
Creative Business
Joy, humour, and caring: Jony Ive & Patrick Collison in conversation
Why joy and humor are underestimated in design and business... and the magic of making breakfast for each other vs. sitting in conference rooms
Culture & Insights
Ojisan magic: The trading card game thatâs reviving a town
From robotics experts to soba chefs, this analog game from rural Japan is turning everyday people into heroesâand sparking a movement rooted in joy, connection, and recognition.
Learning & Workshops
Yale's Bad Bunny course reveals the future of learning
Pop culture becomes the doorway, not the destination. When you're vibing to the rhythm but absorbing something deeper.
Future Of Work
Two Pilates studios - and the great capability divide
One teaches craft, one delivers product. In an AI-driven world, the gap between human expertise and scalable systems is widening fast.
Mindsets & Growth
Why creative blocks don't solve themselves at your desk
In-person connection is 4,367 times more potent than Zoom. Yesterday reminded me why stepping away from screens matters.
Creative Business
Desert Island Ive: What Apple's design legend reveals when stripped of the corporate context
How a 1942 radio format brings fresh insights from Jony Ive on creativity, education, and the struggle to be present
Mindsets & Growth
The secret ritual behind Brentford FC's success (that has nothing to do with data)
What childhood photos reveal about peak performance that analytics can't capture.