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A series of interview-style podcasts and webinars with a focus on the tech industry, manufacturing, supply chains, data analytics, and more. Brought to you by Octopart, the industry-leading part search engine and the number one resource in helping electronics professionals navigate the supply chain industry.
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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
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
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
Discover how modern hardware teams are abandoning Excel spreadsheets for cloud-native PLM solutions that streamline product development from design to manufacturing. Michael Corr, Founder and CEO of Duro Labs, shares insights from his 20-year engineering career and explains how AI-powered product lifecycle management is transforming the hardware industry.Learn why traditional PLM systems have been considered a "four-letter word" among engineers and how new-generation solutions are changing that perception. This episode covers supply chain integration, the cultural shift happening in hardware development, and practical strategies for implementing PLM workflows that actually work for fast-moving teams.Connect with MichaelLearn More about Duro LabsBrowse Octopart for Parts & Tech News
Join us for an in-depth conversation with Keith Hartley, CEO and Board Member of LevaData, as he reveals how AI is revolutionizing direct material sourcing and supply chain management. Discover how LevaData's innovative platform helps companies break free from the "decision abyss" - the gap between fragmented data systems and smart procurement decisions.Keith shares fascinating insights on autonomous supply chains, the shift from spreadsheet-driven processes to AI-powered sourcing, and how companies can achieve 6-10% annual savings while de-risking their supply chains. Learn about the critical role of direct material sourcing in everything from smartphones to automobiles, and why the COVID pandemic became the greatest accelerator for supply chain innovation.Resources from this Episode: Connect with Keith on LinkedInCheck out Keith's SubstackLearn more about LevaDataBrowse Octopart for Parts & Tech News
Join us for an insightful conversation with Jon Barrett, Managing Editor at Electronic Sourcing, as he shares his 40 years of experience in the electronics industry. Discover how artificial intelligence, robotics, and Industry 4.0 are revolutionizing manufacturing and supply chain management in ways we never imagined possible.In this episode of the CTRL+,Listen Podcast Jon reveals fascinating trends reshaping the electronics sector, from AI-powered circuit design tools that can create prototypes from simple descriptions to autonomous maintenance robots wandering factory floors. Learn about the circular economy's impact on manufacturing, the rise of product-as-a-service business models, and how digital twins are transforming industrial processes. Whether you're in electronics procurement, manufacturing, or just curious about the future of industry, this conversation offers valuable insights into where technology is heading.Resources from this episode: Jon on Electronics Sourcing's SiteJon's LinkedInBrowse Octopart for Parts & Tech News#podcast #techpodcast #supplychain #AI #robotics
Discover how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing the electronics supply chain in this in-depth interview with Sebastian Schaal, founder and managing director of Luminovo. From his journey at Stanford to building a comprehensive supply chain platform, Sebastian shares insights on automation, tariff impacts, and the future of electronics manufacturing.Learn how Luminovo is helping OEMs and EMS companies move beyond Excel spreadsheets to AI-driven solutions that provide real-time pricing, supply chain transparency, and collaborative workflows. Sebastian discusses the challenges of global supply chains, the effects of COVID-19 and recent tariffs, and why reshoring is becoming critical for resilience.From this Episode: Connect with SebastianLearn more about LuminovoBrowse Octopart for Parts & Tech News#podcast #techpodcast #AI #supplychain #artificialintelligence
Join us for an inspiring conversation with Andrew Ashur, CEO and founder of Lucid Bots, as he shares his remarkable journey from economics student to robotics innovator. After witnessing window washers in a life-threatening situation, Andrew dedicated his career to building robots that tackle dangerous and demanding jobs, starting with exterior cleaning drones.Discover how Lucid Bots is revolutionizing industries with their Sherpa cleaning drone and Lavo Bot pressure washing robot, while addressing critical workforce challenges in the construction and cleaning industries. Andrew discusses the future of domestic manufacturing, supply chain resilience, and how automation will transform the modern workforce.Resources from this Episode:More on Lucid Bots More on the Sherpa Drone More on the Lavo Bot Connect with Lucid Bots on LinkedInConnect with AndrewBrowse Octopart for Parts & Tech News#robotics #drones #automation #manufacturing
In this eye-opening episode of the CTRL+Listen podcast, discover why most AI projects fail before they even begin. John Hetherington, CEO of We Deliver Your Vision, reveals his controversial "Process First" philosophy that challenges the traditional "People, Process, Technology" approach that's leading businesses astray.Through compelling real-world examples—including a costly automation project that made invoice duplication worse—John demonstrates why even the most advanced AI tools become expensive failures without proper process foundation. Learn his proven RAPID framework and discover why critical thinking, not just technical skills, is what every business desperately needs in the age of AI.Resources from this episode: More about We Deliver Your VisionConnect with JohnBrowse Octopart for Parts & Tech News
Join James from Ctrl+Listen as he interviews Uma Subramanian, founder and CEO of The Limitless Leaders, about standing out professionally in the AI era. Uma shares her innovative HUMAN framework and practical strategies to help tech professionals differentiate themselves when AI skills have become the baseline expectation.In this insightful conversation, discover why personal branding, storytelling, and authentic human connection are more crucial than ever as AI becomes embedded in every workflow. Uma explains how professionals can leverage their unique human qualities to become sought-after leaders and thrive in today's rapidly evolving tech landscape.Episode Resources:Connect with UmaMore about The Limitless LeadersBrowse Octopart for Parts & Tech News#podcast #techpodcast #AI #artificialintelligence #thoughtleadership
Explore how Vista Power is transforming commercial and industrial energy management with innovative storage solutions. In this exclusive interview, Founder and CTO Petar Matejic shares insights on their modular Voltaris system and how "behind the meter" technology is giving customers control over energy costs.Learn how Vista Power evolved from spacecraft battery technology to tackling grid constraints for data centers, hospitals, and factories. Discover how their energy-as-a-service model can save customers up to 30% on electricity bills while providing reliable backup during outages.Resources from this episode: - Connect with Petar- Vista Power's website- Browse Octopart for Parts & Tech News#podcast #techpodcast #energystorage #energyasaservice
Discover how New World Wind is revolutionizing the renewable energy sector with their innovative Aeroleaf technology. In this insightful interview, CEO Luc Eric Krief explains how their micro wind turbines are designed for urban environments, bringing clean energy generation into cities without the drawbacks of traditional wind farms.Learn about New World Wind's range of products from WindBush to WindTree, and how these scalable solutions are being deployed in over 40 countries. Krief shares how their technology combines aesthetics with functionality, offering silent operation and bird-friendly design while producing energy 24/7 when paired with solar options.Resources from this Episode: - More about New World Wind- Connect with Luc EricBrowse Octopart for Parts & Tech News#renewableenergy #octopart #podcast #solarenergy #windenergy
Dive into the world of microplastic pollution and innovative solutions with PolyGone Systems CEO Nathaniel Banks. In this insightful interview from the CTRL+LISTEN Podcast by Octopart, Banks reveals how his company has developed a groundbreaking passive filtration system that's already removed over 520 million microplastic particles from wastewater. Learn how this Princeton-based clean-tech startup is making water treatment more affordable and accessible worldwide.Discover the science behind PolyGone's hydrophobic silicon technology that passively attracts microplastics without requiring electricity or pumps, making it ideal for both industrial applications and remote water bodies. Banks also discusses the concerning health implications of microplastics, which can carry toxic additives into human tissue and are now found in drinking water, food, and even human bodies.Resources from this episode:Learn more about PolyGone Systems Connect with NathanielBrowse Octopart for Parts & Tech News
Discover how to transform your B2B marketing from a cost center to a revenue-generating powerhouse in this insightful episode of the CTRL+Listen Podcast, host James Sweetlove sits down with Chris Peer, B2B Digital Marketing Strategist, founder of SyncShow, and author of "The Great 8 Pillars." Chris shares his proven framework that's helped industrial clients achieve up to 27x ROI on their marketing investments.The pair explore how manufacturing and industrial companies can leverage modern marketing strategies to drive measurable growth. Chris explains his 8 pillar approach to marketing operations that turns traditional tactics into strategic revenue drivers for B2B organizations.Resources from this Modern B2B MARKETING STRATEGY episode:Connect with Chris PeerBuy The Great 8 Pillars: ROI-Driven Marketing for ManufacturingSyncShowBrowse Octopart for Parts & Tech News#techpodcast #b2bmarketing #manufacturing
Experience a compelling journey into the future of emergency communications as James Thomas, CEO of JET Connectivity, reveals how custom 5G solutions are revolutionizing disaster response. Learn how their innovative technology provides critical connectivity during natural disasters, from California wildfires to remote maritime environments, ensuring first responders maintain reliable communications when traditional infrastructure fails.Discover how JET's robust 5G platforms are transforming emergency response capabilities with their unique low-power, ultra-durable design. James Thomas shares fascinating insights into the challenges of developing technology for extreme environments and explains how their solutions are bridging critical communication gaps in disaster scenarios.Learn more and connect:Learn More about JET ConnectivityConnect with James ThomasBrowse Octopart for Parts & Tech News#EmergencyTech #5GTechnology #DisasterResponse
Explore how Mouser Electronics and Altium are transforming education with their groundbreaking partnership!
Host James Sweetlove sits down with Tom Busher, SVP Global Sales and Service at Mouser Electronics, to chat about how the collaboration between Altium and Mouser empowers students with real-world skills in electronics design and PCB development.
Discover tools like Altium’s Educator Center and Mouser’s vast component library, which bridge the gap between academia and industry.
Resources from this Episode:
- Connect with Tom
- Learn More about Mouser
- Learn More about Altium
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1Discover how Bia Neuroscience is revolutionizing the way we rest! In this episode of the CTRL + Listen Podcast, host James sits down with Michael Byrne, co-founder and CEO of Bia Neuroscience, to discuss groundbreaking advancements in sleep technology.
What you’ll learn:
- How Bia’s smart sleep mask uses neurofeedback for optimal rest.
- The science behind sleep tech and its impact on brain health.
- Why personalization is the future of sleep optimization.
Join the conversation as we explore how technology is reshaping sleep and paving the way for better health and productivity. Don’t miss this deep dive into the world of neurotech!
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- Learn about Bia Neuroscience
- Follow Michael on LinkedIn
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Meet ANELLO, the revolutionary company behind SiPhOG™ (Silicon Photonic Optical Gyroscope) technology, which is transforming the world of GPS navigation. In this episode of The CTRL+Listen Podcast, James dives deep with Mario Paniccia, CEO and Co-founder of ANELLO Phonetics, to discuss how their cutting-edge sensor is solving GPS challenges like jamming, spoofing, and signal loss.
Discover how ANELLO’s GPS-independent solutions enable high-precision navigation for agriculture, autonomous vehicles, drones, maritime operations, and even defense applications. Learn how silicon photonics and AI algorithms come together to create the future of navigation technology.
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AtmosZero is revolutionizing industrial decarbonization with cutting-edge steam-generating heat pumps. In this episode of the CTRL+Listen Podcast, host James Sweetlove sits down with Ashwin Salvi, co-founder and Chief Commercial Officer at AtmosZero, to discuss how his company is tackling the hard-to-decarbonize industrial sector.
AtmosZero’s technology focuses on creating carbon-free steam for industries like manufacturing, food & beverage, and pharmaceuticals—all major sources of emissions. Traditional fossil-fuel-powered boilers are difficult to replace, but AtmosZero offers a modular, efficient, and electrified alternative, designed to seamlessly integrate into existing systems and reduce carbon footprints.
Ashwin also shares insights into global energy policies, the future of climate tech, and AtmosZero's exciting partnership with New Belgium Brewing to create decarbonized beer. Tune in to learn how AtmosZero is bringing us closer to a carbon-neutral future, one ton of steam at a time.
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Discover how precious metal recycling is evolving with Regenx, a company at the forefront of recovering platinum and palladium from diesel catalytic converters. In this interview, Don Weatherbee, CEO of Regenx, shares insights on their innovative technology for extracting precious metals from silicon carbide substrates, a niche market previously underserved by traditional smelters.
Learn how their new plant in Tennessee is making strides in sustainability, reducing resource waste, and helping to secure a stable supply of critical materials for the future. We also dive into the challenges of catalytic converter theft, how regulatory changes are shaping the industry, and what the future holds for precious metal demand in a world shifting towards electric vehicles.
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