Explore every episode of the podcast Unscrewed Minds: The Pocket Sessions

Discover how architect Anna Heringer is challenging modern building norms by creating stunning, sustainable structures from earth and local materials. Learn how this 'Corkscrew Mind' empowers communities and redefines what truly sustainable architecture can be.

Meet Katherine Johnson, the extraordinary African American mathematician whose calculations were critical to NASA's early space missions. Discover how her brilliance and 'Corkscrew Mind' defied racial and gender barriers to help America reach for the stars.

Discover how Maria Montessori, a pioneering physician and educator, revolutionised learning by observing children and creating a child centred approach that challenged traditional schooling. A true Corkscrew Mind in education.

Before digital, there was instant. Journey into the innovative world of Edwin Land, the visionary behind Polaroid and a true Corkscrew Mind, who challenged convention and redefined how we capture moments.

Muhammad Yunus applied 'Corkscrew Thinking' to banking, seeing creditworthiness where others saw risk. Learn how his microfinance model empowered millions and redefined poverty alleviation.

Discover how DJ Kool Herc's simple innovation of extending the break transformed the Bronx into the birthplace of hip-hop. A story of music, culture, and Corkscrew Thinking.

Discover the inspiring story of Madam C.J. Walker, born to formerly enslaved parents, who became a self-made millionaire by revolutionising the hair care industry for Black women and empowering thousands as entrepreneurs. A true Corkscrew Mind!

Discover how Dick Fosbury's revolutionary 'Fosbury Flop' defied convention and transformed the high jump forever. A Corkscrew Mind's story of innovation and athletic brilliance.

How do you truly understand someone else's experience? Patricia Moore lived it. Discover how her 'Corkscrew Mind' led her to a groundbreaking experiment, transforming herself to age 80, and revolutionising design through empathy and universal accessibility.

Discover the incredible story of Bertha Benz, the woman who took her husband's invention, the Motorwagen, on a daring 66-mile road trip in 1888. Without Karl's knowledge, Bertha proved the automobile's potential, fixed breakdowns with her hatpin and garter, and revolutionised transportation. 1 More than that, she challenged the restrictive roles of women in the 19th Century, and invented car marketing. Learn how this Corkscrew Mind drove innovation and defied expectations.

Can a hot dog eating contest be a breeding ground for innovation? Takeru Kobayashi proved it can. Learn how he used 'Corkscrew Thinking' to revolutionise competitive eating and shock the world.

George Lucas wasn't just a filmmaker; he was a cultural and technological disruptor. He fundamentally altered the landscape of Hollywood and how movies are made and experienced. Frustrated with the traditional studio system, he championed independent filmmaking, proving that creative control could lead to massive success. He wasn't afraid to embrace emerging technologies, establishing companies like Industrial Light & Magic to push the boundaries of special effects and THX to revolutionise sound design.

Beyond the technical innovations, Lucas transformed storytelling itself. "Star Wars" wasn't just a movie; it was a cultural phenomenon that blended classic mythology with futuristic science fiction, captivating audiences worldwide. He also radically changed the business model of filmmaking, pioneering merchandising and licensing to create a multi-faceted entertainment empire. Essentially, Lucas's "Corkscrew Thinking" involved a relentless drive to innovate, both creatively and technologically, and a willingness to challenge the status quo to bring his unique vision to life.