VOOX Releases a Cross-Talk Between Yosuke Horikoshi and Hikaru Kashida on Exploring the ‘In-Between’

Yosuke Horikoshi, Project Researcher at the University of Tokyo specializing in philosophical dialogue, and Hikaru Kashida, a data analytics specialist at Japan’s Digital Agency, discuss various things in society that cannot be neatly divided into black or white: the ‘in-between.’ By advancing questions through the lens of what lies between one thing and another, the two speakers create unpredictable chemistry and offer listeners fresh insights. Please enjoy this cross-talk by two people exploring what feels ‘just right.’ In the episode, they discuss topics such as ‘doctoral dissertations and staplers in Kasumigaseki,’ ‘the ability to output and summarize,’ ‘the world of researchers as a competitive society,’ ‘detail-oriented research and its social impact,’ ‘how researchers and government administration intersect,’ ‘the high cost of putting sound arguments into practice,’ and ‘the need for dual-track talent.’ Listeners are encouraged to tune in during commutes or gaps between work and housework. Profile: Yosuke Horikoshi is a Project Researcher at the Uehiro Research Division for Philosophy of Co-existence, International Center for Philosophy, the University of Tokyo. He completed the doctoral program at the Graduate School of Education, the University of Tokyo, and holds a Ph.D. in Education. Through philosophical dialogue and philosophical consulting, he supports corporate activities aimed at solving problems and creating value. His books include Creating a Common Language in the Workplace Across Generations and Positions and How to Use Philosophy: A Super Introduction to Philosophical Thinking That Works for Problem Solving. Profile: Hikaru Kashida has served since 2022 as a private-sector specialist in data analytics at Japan’s Digital Agency and in the Chief Analytics Office. From 2016 to 2020, he led the data analytics team at Mercari. After graduating from Waseda University’s Graduate School of Science and Engineering, he worked at a foreign strategic consulting firm on business strategy, operational improvement, and market analysis before teaching himself programming and becoming a data scientist. His work includes service improvement using data, product analytics, and business strategy planning. About VOOX: VOOX is an audio media service focused on learning. Its content is structured as six-episode series, with each episode lasting 10 minutes, delivering practical knowledge from leading experts and inspiring real voices. The service currently offers more than 700 episodes and regularly updates new content. New series are available free to all users for two weeks after release. The VOOX app can be downloaded via the QR code or link in the release: https://voox.o eli k.me/KbDS/PRT Contact: Moo C eative Lab I c., VOOX Operations Office. Email: suppo t@voox.me. Official website: https://www.voox.me Operating company: Moo C eative Lab was established in 2018 as a venture studio within the Mitsui & Co. Group to promote human-centered new business creation. Based in Palo Alto and Tokyo, it has built a hands-on support structure with a global and diverse team of specialists including designers, engineers, product managers, and experienced entrepreneurs, helping create new businesses that have a positive impact on society. Drawing on this experience, Moo is expanding its support for new business creation beyond the Mitsui & Co. Group, helping teams and organizations unlock creative potential and transform bold ideas into innovative ventures. Company name: Moo C eative Lab I c. (Moon Creative Lab) Representative: Takashi Onogawa, CEO Head office: 660 High St eet, Palo Alto, Califo ia, 94301, USA Branch office: 3-10-5 Kita-Aoyama, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Sp i g Te ace Omotesa do 2F Established: August 23, 2018 Shareholder: Mitsui & Co., 100% URL: https://www.moo c eativelab.com/ja/