The Power of Stories with BookMattic (Matt Hutson)
Matt Hutson joins us for a lively and invigorating discussion about artificial intelligence, quiet power, the accumulation of knowledge, empathy, and the power of reading. Matt shares a summary of Kushiel's Dart, the book by Jacqueline Carey. We then discuss how the central themes of the story inspire reflections in our professional lives.
Creators and Guests
Host
David Oxley
Dr Oxley is a dual UK/US citizen based in Austin, Texas. David started his career as a management consultant before leading major people and corporate restructuring projects for BP PLC across Europe, USA, India, and the Middle East. He worked closely with Reliance Industries in India, one of BP’s partners, as they embarked on their big corporate restructuring. He currently spends his time researching and writing on future career trends for publications around the world including Fast Company, Forbes, Big Think, Reader’s Digest, and HR Today where he also serves as a member of the global advisory board. David was awarded his doctorate in Organizational Change at Cranfield University and his MBA from the University of Notre Dame.
Host
Helmut Schuster
Dr Schuster is a dual Austrian/British citizen who lives in London, UK. He is the former Group HR Director of BP PLC and Chairman of the Board for Ivocar Vivadent. He currently serves on the board of several dynamic start-up businesses including ExpectAI, a Greentech enterprise. Helmut is an active entrepreneur, investor, and frequent contributor to leadership and AFS Cultural programs. He completed his PhD in Economics from the University of Vienna.
Guest
Matt Hutson
Matt Hutson, known online as Bookmattic, is a lifelong learner, educator, and content creator passionate about personal development and reading. Originally from the United States, Matt has lived for over a decade in Surabaya, Indonesia, where he built a life with his Indonesian wife and their son. Through his platform, Bookmattic, he shares insights from books and life experiences to inspire others to grow intellectually and emotionally. Matt’s mission is to help people bridge the gap between reading and real-life action—turning knowledge into transformation. His engaging videos, reviews, and reflections encourage continuous learning and purposeful living across cultures.
