Invented by Horizon Works has quickly established itself as a platform for the thinkers, makers and pioneers who are redefining what’s possible.
Created to spotlight innovation across engineering, science, technology and the wider industrial landscape, our podcast brings listeners directly into conversation with the people tackling today’s biggest challenges — and laying the groundwork for tomorrow’s breakthroughs.
A concept built around real innovation
The idea behind Invented is simple but powerful: give innovators a space to tell their stories. Each episode dives into the journeys, technologies, and ideas that are transforming industries — from subsea engineering and offshore wind to DNA nanotechnology and space situational awareness. Hosted by Horizon Works’ founder and managing director Samantha Vassallo, the podcast blends expert insight with accessible storytelling, making complex subjects engaging for a broad audience.
A look back at the guests who’ve shaped the series so far…
Across its first six episodes, Invented has featured a diverse lineup of guests whose work is pushing boundaries in remarkable ways:
Paul Davison, Deputy CEO of SMD — Discussing world‑leading subsea engineering and the global impact of North East innovation.
Dr Andrew Jenkins, CEO and Founder of Kinewell — Exploring how AI‑driven optimisation is reducing the cost of offshore wind.
Ian Armstrong, Managing Director of Pulcea — Sharing insights into the development of noise mitigating technology to protect marine life from the effects of construction noise.
Professor Mark Birch‑Machin and Jonathan Brookes of Skin Life Analytics — Revealing how advanced diagnostics are “making the invisible, visible” in skin health.
Ralph ‘Dinz’ Dinsley, Founder of 3S Northumbria — Opening up the world of space situational awareness and orbital safety.
Jurek Kozyra, Founder of Nanovery — Introducing the potential of DNA nanorobots and the future of molecular‑level computing.
Together, these conversations paint a vivid picture of a region — and a nation — rich with ingenuity.
A new chapter begins in April 2026
Horizon Works is now preparing to launch a new, expanded round of Invented episodes from April 2026. This next phase will be:
- More frequent — delivering regular insights from across the innovation landscape.
- Expanding national — featuring trailblazers from across the UK, not just North East England.
- More ambitious — diving deeper into the technologies and ideas shaping the future.
An open invitation to innovators
If you’re an innovator, founder, researcher, or leader with a story to tell, Horizon Works would love to hear from you. As the podcast grows, so does the opportunity to showcase groundbreaking work to a national audience.
This is your moment to be part of the next wave of Invented — and to help inspire the innovators who follow. Contact us here.
Check out the previous Invented episodes here.