Machine Minds
Machine Minds - the minds behind the machines! This is the show where we dive deep into the intricate worlds of robotics, AI, and Hard Tech. In each episode, we bring you intimate conversations with the founders, investors, and trailblazers who are at the heart of these tech revolutions. We dig into their journeys, the challenges they've overcome, and the breakthroughs that are shaping our future. Join us as we explore how these machine minds are transforming the way we live, work, and understand our world.
Episodes
84 episodes
Episode 83 | Robotics for Cannabis Manufacturing | Nohtal Partansky
In this episode of Machine Minds, I sit down with Nohtal Partansky, founder and CEO of Sorting Robotics, to explore the fascinating intersection of robotics and cannabis manufacturing. 🚀Nohtal shares his journey from working at NASA's J...
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Episode 83
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Episode 82 | Super Powering Industrial Robotics Teams | Stefan Seltz-Axmacher
In this episode, I sit down with Stefan Seltz-Axmacher, CEO and co-founder of Polymath Robotics, to discuss how their modular autonomy solutions are revolutionizing industrial robotics. Stefan shares the story behind founding Polymath and how h...
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Episode 82
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Episode 81 | Transforming Retail Efficiency with AI | Benjamin Bond
In this episode, I sit down with Benjamin Bond, VP of Strategy and Business Development at Simbe Robotics, to talk about how AI-driven robotics are transforming retail efficiency. Benjamin shares his journey from consulting and retail strategy ...
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Episode 81
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Episode 80 | Accelerating CV Training for AV & Robotics | Mohammad Musa
In this episode of the Machine Minds Show, Greg sits down with Muhammad Musa, the founder of Deepen AI, to explore the fascinating world of artificial intelligence and autonomous systems. Join us as we delve into Muhammad's inspiring journey fr...
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Episode 79 | AI for Enhancing Physical Operations | Carl Chouinard
In this episode, I sit down with Carl Chouinard, founder and CEO of Extend AI, to explore how advanced AI tools can reshape physical operations in manufacturing, logistics, and beyond. Carl talks about his early days tinkering with computers in...
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Episode 79
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Episode 78 | Home Robot Scratch Kitchen | Matthew Moore
In this episode of Machine Minds, Greg welcomes Matt Moore, co-founder of Sous Chef Studios, a company dedicated to revolutionising home cooking with an innovative table top kitchen appliance. This device aims to automate the process of making ...
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Episode 77 | AI Employees and the Generative Workflow Revolution | Surojit Chatterjee
I talked with Surojit Chatterjee, who leads Ema—a platform aimed at building “AI employees.” Instead of the usual AI that simply produces content, Ema tackles multi-step tasks through agent-like workflows. Surojit explained how Ema’s generative...
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Episode 77
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Episode 76 | Computing in Compressed Form | Rachel StClair
In this episode of the Machine Minds Show, host Greg welcomes Rachel Sinclair, the founder and CEO of Simuli, a pioneering company focused on advancing artificial intelligence through innovative computing methods. Rachel shares her journey from...
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Episode 75 | The Unlocking of Confidential Artificial Intelligence | Chester Leung
In this episode, I speak with Chester Leung, co-founder and head of platform architecture at Opaque Systems. Chester shares his journey from a non-technical college student who stumbled into computer science at UC Berkeley to his involvement in...
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Episode 75
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Episode 74 | AI & Drone Powered Emergency Response | Chris Zahuranec
In this episode of Machine Minds, host Greg sits down with Chris Zahuranec, the visionary behind Citadel North, a pioneering company at the forefront of robotics and technology. Together, they delve into Chris's journey into the tech space, ...
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Episode 73 | Innovating Body Sculpting with AI & Robotics | Dennis Ledenkof & Yelena Kormilina
In this episode, I speak with Dennis Ledenkof, founder and CEO of RoboSculptor, and Yelena Kormilina, Head of International Projects at RoboSculptor. They’re pioneering a new frontier where wellness, aesthetics, and robotics converge, deliverin...
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Episode 73
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Episode 72 | Reality Capture & AI-Powered Analytics For Building | Jeevan Kalanithi
In this episode of Machine Minds, Greg sits down with Jeevan, co-founder of Open Space, an innovative company dedicated to computer vision technology. Jeevan shares his fascinating professional journey, from his beginnings to the creation of Op...
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Episode 71 | Accelerating Robot Adoption | Dale Walsh
In this episode of Machine Minds, we welcome Dale Walsh, the Vice President of Strategy and Innovation at Roboworx. The show dives deep into the fascinating intersection of technology and humanity, exploring the intricate world of robotics and ...
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Episode 70 | Simplifying Data Complexity for Engineers | Austin Spiegel
In this episode of Machine Minds, I sat down with Austin Spiegel, the CTO of SIFT. Austin shared his journey from working at companies like SpaceX and Riot Games to co-founding SIFT, a platform that simplifies data complexity for engineers work...
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Episode 70
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Episode 69 | Automating Architectural Review with AI | Dave DeCaprio
In this episode of the Machine Minds Show, host Greg welcomes Dave DiCaprio, the CTO of MBUE, to discuss the intersection of technology and innovation in the field of artificial intelligence. The conversation begins with Dave sharing his impres...
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Episode 68 | Interactive AI Humans & Robotics | Artem Rodichev
In this episode of Machine Minds, I had a conversation with Artem Rodichev, the founder and CEO of Ex-human. Artem shared his journey from being the Head of AI at Replika to launching Ex-human, a platform that's transforming how we interact wit...
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Episode 68
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Episode 67 | Super Powered Business Content With AI | Rolan Reichel
In this episode of Machine Minds, we sit down with Rolan Reichel, the CEO and founder of Arrow AI, a company dedicated to empowering small businesses through automated content marketing solutions. The conversation delves into Rolan's entrepr...
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Episode 66 | Advancements in Building Management Technology | Paul Manwell
In this episode of Machine Minds, I sit down with Paul Manwell, the founder and CEO of TC Labs. Paul shares his journey from his early days in consulting and his impactful tenure at Google to taking the leap into entrepreneurship. We explore ho...
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Episode 66
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Episode 65 | Smart Concrete, Sustainable World | Alex Hall
In this episode of Machine Minds, we sit down with Alex Hall, the innovative CEO of Concrete AI. Join us as we dive into the transformative world of construction technology and explore how AI is reshaping the industry.Alex shar...
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Episode 64 | Transforming Heavy Lifting Technology with Robotics | Hiten Sonpal
In this episode of Machine Minds, I had the pleasure of talking with Hiten Sonpal, the CEO of Rise Robotics. Hiten has had an incredible career in robotics and automation, starting from building his first chess-playing robot in college to worki...
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Episode 64
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Episode 63 | Helping Space & Deep Tech Co’s Excel | Mandy Vaughn
Get ready to dive into the evolving world of space and defence with today’s guest, Mandy Vaughn! Mandy is Founder & CEO of GXO, Inc., where she helps companies move into the national security market. She’s also an Operating Partner at Embed...
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Episode 62 | Building the Future Through Construction Technology | Aleks Gampel
In this episode of Machine Minds, I sat down with Aleks Gampel, co-founder of Cuby, to explore the future of construction technology and how his company is redefining the industry. Aleks and his co-founder, Oleg, have built a mobile micro-facto...
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Episode 62
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Episdoe 61 | Building the Future of Real Time Audio & Video | Russ d'Sa
In this episode of Machine Minds, I talk with Russ d'Sa, the founder and CEO of LiveKit. LiveKit started as an open-source project and has grown into an important tool that helps developers and companies build apps for real-time audio and video...
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Episode 60 | Innovation Investing With BMW i Ventures | Brian Wei
In this episode of Machine Minds, host Greg sits down with Brian Wei, an associate at BMW I Ventures, a venture capital firm dedicated to investing in purpose-driven entrepreneurs building high-performance companies. Brian shares his fascina...
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Episode 59 | Insights in Building a Startup in Hard Tech | Nick Hegeman
In this episode I sit down with Nick Hegeman, co-founder and CEO of PaintJet, to discuss the unique challenges and opportunities in building a startup in the hard tech and construction space. Nick shares his journey from engineering student to ...
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