In this Aalto University’s Leading for Interdisciplinary Creativity podcast series, we discuss about leading for creativity, interdisciplinary teamwork, future of design intensive business and much more.
The master programme International Design Business Management, IDBM in short, started in 1995 as the first joint study option among three Finnish universities that later became the founding institutions of Aalto University. It's more than fair to say that IDBM played a pivotal role in the creation of Aalto.
In Leading for Interdisciplinary Creativity, you will hear the thoughts of some of the leading creative business minds connected to IDBM. We discuss the past, present, and future, celebrating the programme's 30-year anniversary while revealing both intriguing insights from insiders and topical themes relevant to the creative industry.
The podcast is hosted by Irina Viippola, an industrial designer, design entrepreneur, and Professor of Practice at Aalto University.
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In this episode we summarize the discussions of the previous episodes. Our host Irina Viippola will guide you through the guest line-up and highlights some of the interesting themes that were touched upon in many of the episodes. IDBM is a programme that embodies the vision of Aalto University by uniting different disciplines together. It […]
8 Apr 2026
Episodi 9: Alku
Tässä suomenkielisessä erikoisjaksossa vieraana on IDBM-ohjelman perustaja, Markku Salimäki. Keskustelemme muun muassa siitä, miten ajatus IDBM-ohjelmasta syntyi ja miten se saatiin vietyä ideasta konkreettiseksi toiminnaksi. Lisäksi pohdimme, mitkä tekijät ovat edesauttaneet ohjelman menestymistä vuosien varrella. In this special episode in Finnish, our guest is the founder of the IDBM programme, Markku Salimäki. We will discuss, […]
25 Mar 2026
Episode 8: Impact
In this episode we examine how IDBM connects with its ecosystem to amplify impact. Together with two experienced creative leadership experts Tua Björklund and Satu Rekonen, we dig into building team cultures that unlock creativity, practical leadership moves that sustain it, and the communication habits that make collaboration flow. From navigating the pitfalls of interdisciplinary teamwork to […]
11 Mar 2026
Episode 7: Collaboration
In this episode, we explore the value of interdisciplinary study with insights from two distinguished guests, that have a long history with IDBM: Markku Salimäki and Peter McGrory. We’ll dive into the evolving nature of teaching and curriculum development, explore tools for meaningful change, and discuss the dynamics essential for effective collaboration. Listen as Markku […]
25 Feb 2026
Episode 6: Framing
In this episode, we explore innovative teaching methods and the essential skills students need to thrive in today’s dynamic world. We’ll examine strategies for keeping skillsets relevant, along with ways to support the development of future problem solvers. We’ll also discuss the critical role of learning from failures. This episode’s guest Salu Ylirisku is an […]
11 Feb 2026
Episode 5: Creative Leadership
In this episode we talk about the early days of the IDBM programme, the challenges and highlights of interdisciplinary teamwork, and the art of balancing creativity and structure in business. Can you foster innovation and creativity while keeping things on track? As guests we have the siblings Krista and Markus Paloheimo along with Arni Aromaa, […]
28 Jan 2026
Episode 4: Future
In this episode we’re exploring the future with renowned futurist Elina Hiltunen. We’ll discuss her insights on predicting what lies ahead and how to spot intriguing weak signals. We’ll also examine AI’s impact on worklife and the creative business landscape. Plus, Elina shares stories from her journey with the IDBM program.
14 Jan 2026
Episode 3: Innovating
In this episode of Leading for Interdisciplinary Creativity, we’ll explore the essentials for making meaningful change, how to identify problems worth solving, and how to turn new ideas into thriving businesses. We’ll also discuss ways to boost Finland’s competitiveness through growth companies, intangible value creation and the power of interdisciplinary cooperation. For anyone interested in […]
30 Dec 2025
Episode 2: Studying
This episode of Leading for Interdisciplinary Creativity is a must-listen for anyone curious about interdisciplinary learning, as we dive into the insider stories on the challenges and surprises of studying on an unknown territory. Whether you’re eyeing the IDBM programme or simply interested in insights on design, innovation and business, this episode unlocks some of […]
17 Dec 2025
Intro
Introduction to the podcast series Leading for Interdisciplinary Creativity, hosted by Irina Viippola.
17 Dec 2025
Episode 1: Service Design
In this episode of Leading for Interdisciplinary Creativity we talk about design thinking and service design and are they still relevant in today’s world. Service design was a hot topic some 10 years ago, but now it seems to have been forgotten and run over by terms like user experience, emotional design, transformation design. We also dive deep […]
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