Episodes

  • 242. Mouser’s Matt Bell & The Next Generation of Automated Warehouses
    Mar 10 2026

    (00:00) Introduction to Matt Bell and Mouser Electronics
    (03:14) Understanding Mouser's Operations and Scale
    (06:12) The Role of Automation in Order Fulfillment
    (09:15) Philosophy on Automation and Workforce Integration
    (12:12) Growth and Expansion of Mouser's Operations
    (15:15) Identifying Automation Opportunities
    (18:09) Balancing Existing Technologies with New Innovations
    (20:58) Strategic Investment in Automation
    (22:04) Emerging Technologies in Logistics
    (22:46) Navigating Technology Choices
    (23:18) Flexibility in Automation
    (24:54) In-House Development vs. Off-the-Shelf Solutions
    (26:41) Collaboration Across Teams
    (28:37) The Importance of Team Dynamics
    (30:21) Lessons Learned Over Two Decades
    (31:55) Advice for New Professionals
    (33:48) Listening for Improvement
    (36:37) The Scale of Operations
    (38:23) Final Thoughts and Advice

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    43 mins
  • 241. Moby Dick Finally Gets a Fitbit
    Feb 24 2026

    (3:07) How Ocean Alliance Uses 3D Printing for Drone-Based Whale Tagging
    (06:04) Innovative Solutions: The Snapbot and Snot Analysis
    (12:10) The Role of Additive Manufacturing in Whale Research

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    17 mins
  • 240. Swallow Confirmed: Smart Pills That “Ping” From Your Stomach
    Jan 27 2026

    (02:20) Pills that communicate from the stomach could improve medication adherence

    (07:13) Innovative Solutions for Tracking Medication

    (10:46) The Technology Behind the Smart Pill

    (13:42) Conclusion and Future Implications

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    15 mins
  • 239. The Saucies: 2025 Recap & TNB Turns Five!
    Jan 6 2026

    (05:55) Biggest Potential: 227. She Sells Seashells… and Reinvents Recycling

    (08:14) The Teaser: 220. How Popcorn Popped an Idea for Sustainable Manufacturing

    (10:38) Intersection: 233. Reading a Fish’s Mind to Build Smarter Robots

    (12:58) The Pleaser: 224. Geothermal Could Save the Grid

    (16:08) Novel: 219. Edible Robots Bring Tech to the Dessert Table

    (19:10) The Rocker: 210. Origami-Inspired Concrete Construction

    (22:15) Farb’s Favorite: 226. Stop & Go No More: AI Cuts Intersection Emissions

    (27:38) The Showstopper: 237. Vibe Manufacturing: MIT’s AI Text-to-Manufacturing System

    (31:18) Honorable Mention: 212. One Cure For All Snake Venoms Via AI

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    43 mins
  • 238. Humanoid Robots Can Now Punch... What's Next?
    Dec 30 2025

    (03:30) Unitree’s Boxing Robots

    (05:25) The Evolution of Humanoid Robotics

    (11:34) Technical Implications and Safety Concerns

    (16:09) The Future of Robot Sports and Entertainment

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    20 mins
  • 237. Vibe Manufacturing: MIT’s AI Text-to-Manufacturing System
    Dec 23 2025

    (4:34) MIT researchers “speak objects into existence” using AI and robotics

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    17 mins
  • 236. Cold-Chain Sensing, But Without E-Waste
    Dec 16 2025

    (3:07) – A biodegradable smart sensor to monitor sensitive goods

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    17 mins
  • 235. Arm’s Vince Jesaitis on How AI Is Moving from the Cloud to Your Pocket
    Dec 9 2025

    (00:00) Introduction to Arm and Vince Jesaitis

    (03:46) The Future of AI and Edge Computing

    (11:22) Government Relations and AI Literacy

    (16:56) Security and Privacy in Emerging Technologies

    (23:18) Navigating Global Regulations and Standards

    (27:40) Sustainability and Efficiency in Technology

    (34:56) Looking Ahead: Trends in AI and Technology

    (42:36) Career Reflections and Advice for Students

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    47 mins