October 28, 2026Episode 209 min
The Fuse is Lit with Megan Berks
Patrick discusses 'surprising pivots' with Megan Berks, Lululemon's Senior Manager of Product and Tech Development Operations.
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Light the Fuse interviews elite product VPs and leaders from global sports and active brands, including Leatherman, Vans, and Helly Hansen, about the high-stakes decisions that changed everything. Hosted by Patrick, CEO of Outrageous Insight, The Consumer Delight Consultancy, we pull back the curtain on the moments of doubt, dead ends, and design secrets behind the world's most iconic gear. New episodes weekly covering Leadership, Product Design, and consumer psychology. Ready to light the fuse?
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October 21, 2026Episode 1928 min
Lightning Strikes. Martijn Linden, ex Armada Skis, Burton, Rip Curl
Kristi Spence and Patrick from Outrageous interview Martijn Linden, ex Armada Skis, Burton Snowboard, Rip Curl about his love of skiing, skating, snowboarding, and his product philosophy. A philosophy that took him from the flat Netherlands to designing for some of the world's best-known mountain brands.
October 5, 2026Episode 178 min
The Fuse is Lit with Brian Johnson
I had the pleasure to sit down and chat Brazilian Jiu Jitsu with rising star in the sporting apparel sector, most recently at Under Armour, Brian Johnson. 10 minutes of pure life lessons.
September 29, 2026Episode 1638 min
Nature's Treasury. Matt Mosteller, Aka Powder Matt
Kristi Spence and Patrick are in conversation with Matt Mosteller, SVP at Resorts of the Canadian Rockies. We chat about skiing, body image, the outdoor industry in BC, Canada, bears, community, and more.
September 22, 2026Episode 1629 min
Rebooting Jordan Apparel w. Swoosh veteran, Phil Hodgson
Chat between Keith Carrato, Product VP at Leatherman, Patrick from Outrageous and Phil Hodgson the new President of Nike Swim at Perry Ellis International. Phil talks about rebooting Jordan Brand's apparel business. As well as his latest role at Nike Swim and Perry Ellis International.
September 16, 2026Episode 1529 min
Playing The Hand, Bobby Rivera, Black Diamond
Cecily Schmidt at Koobz and Patrick from Outrageous interview Bobby Rivera from Black Diamond Group about fatherhood, belonging, identity, and legacy.
September 8, 2026Episode 1429 min
The Next Right Step. Jen, VP, Timberland
You're doing something you love. When and how do you decide what to do next? What if it means starting from scratch? Again. This is the topic I explore with Jen, VP and GM at Timberland, who has lived her entire life believing that anything is possible and that everything can be learned. Thank you, Jen.
September 2, 202658 min
Coach-A-Palooza. Sean Sweeney, ex. New Balance.
American Football. Football. Gridiron. We often talk about the players. The coaches. But what about the families? What is it like when your dad coaches the local school in football? When everyone knows your dad, and has an opinion about him. How does this then shape your subsequent career leading Marketing at one of the world's premier sporting apparel brands? This chat brings together Sean Sweeney, son of Coach Sweens, Matt Gooch (VP, Superfeet and former cross-country coach) and Patrick from Outrageous. A chat about coaching, encouragement, performance, and love.
August 4, 2026Episode 1244 min
The Escape Act. Houdini CCO, Eva Karlsson.
What if a whole industry is going a different way with materials, ownership, ethos, marketing? How do you escape that gravity? This is the story I explore with Eva Karlsson, Chief Creative Officer at Houdini, the pioneering Swedish outdoor brand. What outdoor industry norm do you think needs to transform? #CircularDesign #Sustainability #GreenBusiness #PodcastRecommendation #SwedishDesign #Houdini #EcoFriendly #SystemChange
July 28, 2026Episode 1138 min
Hunger, Humility, Winning. Pelican CPO, Shawn LaRowe
What does it take to win? How should you balance humility, hunger to win, and curiosity? This is the question I explore with ex-semi-pro baseball player and Pelican Chief Marketing and Product Officer, Shawn LaRowe. If you're wondering how to build a franchise product, then this interview's for you. #Innovation #ProductManagement #Leadership
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