Episodes

  • Inside India's Hardware Community with PCB Cupid Founder
    Jan 8 2026

    Explore India's hardware community with Srinivasan M, founder of PCB Cupid. Explore the vibrant yet fragmented hardware community in India, the challenges of electronics product development, and the mission to create open-source hardware solutions that accelerate innovation.In this exclusive Control Listen podcast interview, Srinivasan shares insights into:

    - The origins of PCB Cupid and its educational mission- Challenges in India's electronics and hardware ecosystem- The importance of open-source hardware and documentation- Supply chain complexities and opportunities for local manufacturing

    Resources from this Episode: - PCB Cupid- Connect with Srinivasan M - Check out @pcbcupid on YouTube

    #PCBDesign #IndianTech #ElectronicsEngineering #MakeInIndia

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    28 mins
  • Marketing Tech: Inside Napier's B2B Strategy
    Dec 11 2025

    Dive into the world of B2B technology marketing with Mike Maynard, Chairman of Napier Partnership Limited. In this fascinating CTRL+Listen podcast episode, Mike shares his remarkable journey from electronics engineering to leading a successful marketing agency, offering unique insights into tech marketing strategies.Explore the critical differences in selling to engineers versus consumers, the evolving landscape of generative AI, and how technical companies can effectively communicate their value proposition. Mike discusses Napier's innovative approach to helping tech clients grow their sales and navigate the changing digital marketing ecosystem.

    Resources from this Episode:

    - Connect with Mike- Learn More about Mike- Learn More about Napier- Browse Octopart for Parts & Tech News

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    41 mins
  • Pushing Antenna Tech Boundaries with Bülent Solan
    Nov 20 2025

    Dive deep into the world of cutting-edge antenna technology with Bülent Solan, co-founder of Quarterwave. Discover how innovative engineering is transforming antenna design from bulky components to intelligent, compact solutions that connect our modern world.


    In this fascinating CTRL+LISTEN episode, explore the evolution of antennas, breakthrough design techniques, and the future of connectivity. Learn how Quarterwave is pushing the boundaries of what's possible in antenna technology.


    Resources from this Episode:


    - Learn More about Quarterwave


    - Connect with Bülent Solan

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    25 mins
  • Product Cost Management: AI-Driven Carbon Reduction Strategies
    Nov 6 2025

    Join us as Sasan Hashemi, Co-Founder and CEO of Tset, reveals how manufacturers are revolutionizing product cost management through AI-driven carbon reduction strategies. Discover how companies across aerospace, automotive, and manufacturing sectors are achieving 17% cost savings while simultaneously reducing their carbon footprint through advanced data modeling and automation.Learn about the evolution from Excel-based cost tracking to sophisticated AI platforms that model entire supply chains, predict manufacturing costs, and calculate carbon emissions with unprecedented accuracy. Sasan shares real case studies including multi-million dollar savings and insights into how global events are shaping the future of sustainable manufacturing.Resources from this episode:

    Connect with Sasan

    Learn more about TsetBrowse Octopart for Parts & More

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    36 mins
  • Tech Leadership: Building a Successful Marketing Career
    Oct 23 2025

    Join host James Sweetlove as he sits down with Loreta Tarozaite, Founder & CEO of Loreta Today and Head of Global Corporate Communications and Marketing at Phison Electronics. In this powerful episode, Loreta shares her extraordinary journey through the tech industry, revealing the strategies, challenges, and insights that have shaped her remarkable career.Discover the unique perspective of a global marketing leader who has successfully navigated the complex landscape of technology and corporate communications. Loreta Tarozaite breaks down the essential skills, mindset, and strategic thinking required to excel in today's competitive business environment. From her entrepreneurial ventures to her pivotal role at Phison Electronics, this conversation offers an unfiltered look at what it takes to build a truly impactful marketing career in the fast-evolving tech industry. Episode Links:

    Connect with Loreta on LinkedIn

    Check out Loreta Today

    Check out Phison ElectronicsBrowse Octopart for Parts & Tech News

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    51 mins
  • Smart Glasses Meet AI: Making Technology Accessible to All
    Oct 9 2025

    Discover how AI-powered smart glasses are impacting accessibility and independence for people with visual impairments, the elderly, and those with cognitive disabilities. In this episode, Karthik Kannan, Founder and CTO of Envision, returns to the show to share the incredible journey of developing Ally—an AI assistant that works hands-free through affordable smart glasses at just $399. Learn about the evolution of wearable technology, conversational AI, and how this breakthrough is making advanced technology accessible to everyone who needs it most.From reading menus at restaurants to navigating train stations independently, these AI glasses are transforming daily life for millions. Karthik discusses partnerships, the future of conversational AI, and why smart glasses are the perfect form factor for AI applications. Resources from this Episode:Learn More about EnvisionLearn More about AllyConnect with Karthik

    #AIGlasses #AssistiveTechnology #WearableTech #Podcast #TechPodcast

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    38 mins
  • AI vs User Experience: The Battle for Better UX Design
    Oct 2 2025

    Discover why most AI implementations fail from a user experience perspective in this revealing conversation with UX design expert Makoto Kern, founder of IIIMPACT. Learn how companies are repeating the same mistakes from the dot-com era by prioritizing flashy AI features over actual user needs, and why user-centered design remains your competitive moat in an AI-driven world.Makoto shares insider stories from major enterprise clients, revealing how proper UX strategy can turn around failing products. From oil and gas software to robotics interfaces, discover the critical alignment process that prevents costly product failures and accelerates time-to-market with less risk.Resources from this episode:

    - Connect with Makoto - Watch IIIMPACT on YouTube - Learn more about IIIMPACT

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    39 mins
  • AI-Powered Supply Chain: From BOM Scrubs to Lead Time Automation
    Sep 12 2025

    Discover how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing supply chain management in electronics manufacturing. Everett Frank, CEO of DigiSource, shares practical strategies for implementing AI tools like ChatGPT and custom GPTs to automate critical processes from BOM scrubs to real-time lead time monitoring. Learn how to integrate Octopart APIs, create intelligent AI actions, and stay ahead in an industry where AI adoption separates leaders from followers.This conversation explores the shift from traditional supply chain management to AI-driven automation, covering everything from cross-reference generation to predictive supply chain resilience. Whether you're an electronics professional, supply chain manager, or industry leader, discover actionable insights for leveraging AI to transform your operations and competitive advantage.Resources from this episode: Connect with EverettX-refs WebsiteDigiSource Website

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    38 mins