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We're two engineers on a mission to make interesting technology easy to understand. In each episode, we explore tech that is going to change the world – and keep it entertaining along the way.

  • 21 minutes 28 seconds
    243. Cycling’s “Supersuit” Moment is Here

    (06:26) Performance Enhancement through Next-Gen Textiles
    (12:46) Adaptive Aerodynamics in Sports Clothing
    (19:49) Conclusion and Future Implications

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    31 March 2026, 4:00 am
  • 43 minutes
    242. Mouser’s Matt Bell & The Next Generation of Automated Warehouses

    (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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    10 March 2026, 3:03 pm
  • 16 minutes 44 seconds
    241. Moby Dick Finally Gets a Fitbit

    (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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    24 February 2026, 5:00 am
  • 14 minutes 42 seconds
    240. Swallow Confirmed: Smart Pills That “Ping” From Your Stomach

    (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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    27 January 2026, 5:00 am
  • 42 minutes 49 seconds
    239. The Saucies: 2025 Recap & TNB Turns Five!

    (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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    6 January 2026, 5:00 am
  • 19 minutes 57 seconds
    238. Humanoid Robots Can Now Punch... What's Next?

    (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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    30 December 2025, 5:00 am
  • 17 minutes 7 seconds
    237. Vibe Manufacturing: MIT’s AI Text-to-Manufacturing System

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

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    23 December 2025, 5:00 am
  • 17 minutes 24 seconds
    236. Cold-Chain Sensing, But Without E-Waste

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

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    16 December 2025, 5:00 am
  • 46 minutes 58 seconds
    235. Arm’s Vince Jesaitis on How AI Is Moving from the Cloud to Your Pocket

    (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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    9 December 2025, 5:00 am
  • 17 minutes 56 seconds
    234. How Candy-Making Inspired the Future of Smart Textiles

    (2:20) – An electronic fiber for stretchable sensing

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    2 December 2025, 5:00 am
  • 17 minutes 1 second
    233. Reading a Fish’s Mind to Build Smarter Robots

    (2:20) – Roboticists reverse engineer zebrafish navigation

    This episode was brought to you by Mouser, our favorite place to get electronics parts for any project, whether it be a hobby at home or a prototype for work. Click HERE to learn more about the evolution of soft robotics.

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    18 November 2025, 5:00 am
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