

Christian Busch
Scientist, management thinker, and researcher focused on serendipity, luck, and innovation. He is known for studying how people and organizations can cultivate active luck by engaging constructively with the unexpected.
Top 10 podcasts with Christian Busch
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Mar 17, 2026 • 15min
Is luck random — or can you cultivate it? | Christian Busch
Christian Busch, a scientist studying serendipity and innovation, explores whether luck can be shaped. He shares how losing his home in the LA wildfires became a real-life test of his ideas. He introduces “zemblanity,” maps four kinds of luck, and looks at how surprises, uncertainty, grief, and new beginnings can collide.

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Nov 23, 2023 • 29min
FTF240: Get Lucked! How to Cultivate Serendipity in Your Work with Dr. Christian Busch
Dr. Christian Busch, an expert in cultivating serendipity and author of 'The Serendipity Mindset,' shares insights on turning luck into an art form. He distinguishes between blind and smart luck, emphasizing the importance of flexibility and openness to seize unexpected opportunities. Dr. Busch explores how both introverts and extroverts can enhance their serendipity, and discusses creating a mindset of abundance, particularly in resource-constrained environments. Discover how intentional decisions can lead to enriching experiences in both work and life.

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Apr 23, 2022 • 56min
#464 - Dr Christian Busch - The Science Of Creating Good Luck
Dr. Christian Busch, Director at NYU's Global Economy program, shares insights on the science of luck and serendipity. He discusses how adopting habits of lucky people can help anyone cultivate good fortune. Topics include the transformative power of recognizing serendipitous moments and how mindset influences luck. Busch also explores overcoming anxiety in seizing opportunities, the creative benefits of personal challenges, and even how mortality can guide us toward a more meaningful life. Prepare to rethink your relationship with luck!

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Sep 8, 2020 • 27min
S2 Ep1: #14 Curiosity & Serendipity with Dr Christian Busch (Associate Professor of Applied Management and Organization, USC Marshall School of Business)
Dr. Christian Busch, an academic at NYU and LSE and author of ‘The Serendipity Mindset,’ discusses the intriguing interplay between curiosity and serendipity. He shares insights on how fostering unexpected encounters can lead to innovation and success in organizations. The conversation highlights the importance of open-ended questioning and the right mindset to navigate opportunities. Busch also emphasizes building community ties to enhance curiosity and create meaningful connections, making clear that proactive engagement can revolutionize our approach to luck.

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Dec 15, 2025 • 27min
Here's How to Get Lucky
Judd Kessler, a Wharton School economist, explores the fascinating world of hidden markets and strategies from his book, *Lucky by Design*. He discusses techniques like 'settling for silver' and multi-listing to improve your odds in lottery-like systems. Christian Busch, a community builder and expert on serendipity, introduces the 'Serendipity Mindset', emphasizing how to create unexpected opportunities. He shares insights on using open questions and a balance of direction and flexibility to navigate life's uncertainties.

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Dec 13, 2024 • 57min
Luck, predictability and superstition
Join Dr. Christian Busch, an expert in serendipity, Bobby Seagull, a math whiz, Timandra Harkness, a tech-savvy broadcaster, and Dr. Kate Tomas, a philosophical mentor, as they unravel the intriguing relationship between luck and superstition. They explore whether we can really create our own luck, the cultural significance of superstitions like Friday the 13th, and the emotional power of lucky charms. With humor and insight, they discuss how mindset influences serendipity and the role of superstitions in decision-making and mental well-being.
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Nov 6, 2025 • 1h 18min
#122 Wie kann man Glück aktiv gestalten, Prof. Christian Busch?
In diesem Gespräch tritt Dr. Christian Busch auf, Professor an der University of Southern California und Autor des Buches 'Erfolgsfaktor Zufall'. Er erklärt, wie Serendipität als aktives Glück entsteht und warum Haltung entscheidend ist. Busch beleuchtet, wie Menschen mit unerwarteten Ereignissen umgehen und Sinn finden können. Themen wie die Bedeutung von Experimentierkultur über Fehlerkultur, die Verbindung zwischen Intuition und KI sowie die Rolle von Führung in unsicheren Zeiten werden diskutiert. Er betont, dass Glück trainierbar ist und stellt Strategien vor, um Zufall aktiv zu gestalten.

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Oct 15, 2025 • 1h 47min
Top Scientist: Why Some People Are Luckier (& How You Can Become One of Them)
In a captivating discussion, Dr. Christian Busch, a USC professor and author of The Serendipity Mindset, reveals that luck is not mere chance but a skill we can develop. He explains the importance of noticing opportunities and altering our behavior to create 'active luck.' Dr. Busch highlights three types of serendipity and offers strategies like the 'hook' technique to foster connections. He also addresses how overcoming the fear of rejection can lead to life-changing moments and encourages embracing flexibility and gratitude to enhance our serendipitous experiences.

Nov 2, 2023 • 49min
Die Kunst der Serendipität: Kann man Glück und Zufall selbst kreieren? Prof. Christian Busch - Wissenschaftler & Autor
Prof. Christian Busch, US-Wissenschaftler und Autor des Buches "Erfolgsfaktor Zufall", erforscht die Kunst der Serendipität und wie glückliche Zufälle unser Leben bereichern können. Im Gespräch betont er die Bedeutung von Neugierde und einer offenen Haltung, um unerwartete Chancen zu erkennen. Er diskutiert, wie Optimismus das Glück steigert und gibt praktische Tipps, um das eigene Glück durch gezielte Zielpriorisierung und das 'Serendipity Mindset' zu fördern. Zudem beleuchtet er die spannenden Beziehungen zwischen Introvertiertheit und Extrovertiertheit.

Jan 27, 2026 • 21min
5 Ideen: Zufriedenheit stärken (Wdh. vom 29.01.2025)
Maja Günther, Soziologin und Coach, erklärt kurz, wie man soziale Vergleiche erkennt und reduziert. Christian Busch, Wirtschaftswissenschaftler, zeigt, wie man positive Zufälle wahrscheinlicher macht. Andreas Kraft, Zukunftsforscher, spricht über Hoffnung als realistischen Antrieb. Kurze, prägnante Inputs zu weniger Vergleichen, mehr Serendipität und konkreter Zukunftsplanung.


