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Hard Tech Podcast

Hard Tech Podcast

Daniel Apo

27 episodesEN

Show overview

Hard Tech Podcast launched in 2023 and has put out 27 episodes in the time since. That works out to roughly 25 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a monthly cadence.

Episodes typically run thirty-five to sixty minutes — most land between 12 min and 1h 20m — with run-times ranging widely across the catalogue. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language Technology show.

The catalogue appears to be on hiatus or wound down — the most recent episode landed 1.5 years ago, with no new episodes in over a year. Published by Daniel Apo.

Episodes
27
Running
2023–2024 · 1y
Median length
53 min
Cadence
Monthly

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Ep 27What's the BEST Avionics Setup for Pilots? Analog vs Glass Cockpits #27

Watch this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bS6sD0M07Fo-------------------------------------------------------------In this episode, we discuss the following:-The evolution of cockpit systems: from analog to digital.-Why some pilots still prefer older systems despite advancements in avionics technology.-The pros and cons of analog and digital systems in terms of navigation, reliability, and operation.-Industry standards and the training systems used by student pilots.-------------------------------------------------------------Subscribe for more insights and stories on aviation technology.

Dec 13, 20246 min

Ep 26TC-12B Huron: The Forgotten Legend of Pima Air & Space Museum #26

Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/DL8u1hGev7w------------------------------------------------------------- In this episode, we discuss the following: - The mission and significance of the Pima Air & Space Museum, home to the world's largest aircraft collection. - What sets the Beechcraft TC-12B Huron apart, including its unique twin turboprop engines. - The legendary aircraft featured at the museum and their historical connection to the Davis-Monthan Boneyard. - The cutting-edge technology used to preserve aircraft for decades. ------------------------------------------------------------- Subscribe for more insights and stories on aviation technology.

Nov 15, 202410 min

Ep 25How This Pilot Survived The Longest Solo Flight EVER! Solar Impulse 2 #25

Watch this episode on YouTube: ------------------------------------------------------------- In this episode, we discuss the following: -Bertrand Piccard's and Andre Borschberg's dream of flying with no fuel. -How the team built the Solar Impulse 2 a solar plane that will fly around the world. -An inside look into the technology and strategy to make this ambitious trip work. -The challenges along the journey and the longest solo flight ever. ------------------------------------------------------------- Subscribe to the channel for insights into the future of the energy, robotics, transportation, healthcare, and more

Oct 25, 202412 min

Ep 24Can We Electrify Aviation? Electric vs Fuel Planes #24

Watch this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D1GICrtOURk&feature=youtu.be ------------------------------------------------------------- In this episode, I discuss the following: -Current state of aircraft engines. -Challenges of gas powered planes. -Advancements in electric aviation. -Modern electric aircraft -Limitations of batteries for flight. ------------------------------------------------------------- Subscribe to the channel for insights into the future of the energy, robotics, transportation, healthcare, and more.

Oct 4, 20246 min

Ep 23A Brief History of Nuclear Energy: From Destruction To Powering AI #23

Watch this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bVgfzy0KBXw-------------------------------------------------------------In this episode, I discuss the following:-Current state of nuclear energy.-Eisenhower's Atoms for Peace Program.-Power plants in the United States.-Nuclear fusion & AI.-------------------------------------------------------------Subscribe to the channel for insights into the future of the energy, robotics, transportation, healthcare, and more.

Sep 15, 20248 min

Ep 22Disaster Strikes on the Wobbly Bridge | The London Millennium Bridge #22

Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Q1Zvsjf6YsM------------------------------------------------------------- In this episode, I discuss the following: -The London Millennium Bridge and its famous wobble. -Harmonic resonance and frequency. -Issues with the design of the bridge. -How dampers fixed the bridge. -What we can take away from this incident. ------------------------------------------------------------- Subscribe to the channel for insights into the future of the energy, robotics, transportation, healthcare, and more.

Sep 1, 20248 min

Ep 21Riley Knox: Leviathan Air, Flying Cargo Ships, and Altering Global Trade | Hard Tech Podcast #21

Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/KJIdvxsCTyU-------------------------------------------------------------In this episode, we talk about:-Riley's company, Leviathan Air.-Current issues in ocean and air freight transportation.-The design behind Leviathans, an autonomous flying cargo ship.-Aerodynamics, ground effect, & hydrofoils.-Potential military applications.-Future impacts of Leviathan Air.-Leaving a startup to found a new one.-------------------------------------------------------------Contact Riley here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/riley-knox/

Jul 21, 20242h 31m

Ep 20Timothy Blumberg: Innovative Gut Health Tech, Autonomous Vehicles, Shanghai | Hard Tech Podcast #20

Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/OQm7HeqdCtM------------------------------------------------------------- In this episode, we talk about -Tim's journey developing self-driving simulation technology at Lyft. -Learning Mandarin and working at a startup in Shanghai. -The story behind co-founding Throne, gut health tracking technology. -How analyzing data from human waste can contribute to a longer, healthier life. -The unique challenges and opportunities of being a software engineer in the health and wellness industry. -Importance of being a knowledgeable tech founder. ------------------------------------------------------------- Contact Throne here: https://www.thronescience.com/

Jun 24, 20242h 1m

Ep 19Yonas Tadesse: 4D Printing, Humanoid Robots, Bionic Humans, AI for Engineers | Hard Tech Podcast #19

Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/hgFarGq7TT8-------------------------------------------------------------In this episode, we talk about-What got Yonas interested in engineering & teaching.-Yonas's experience studying mechanical engineering.-Yonas's experience working with students at UTD-Engineer college curriculum and AI integration.-4D printing, humanoid robotics, & bionic humans.-Artificial muscle & dynamic hand orthosis-Boston Dynamics -Getting funded for research and startups.-Advice for aspiring engineers.-------------------------------------------------------------Follow Yonas here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ytadesse/

May 26, 20241h 43m

Ep 18Matty Schaefer: YouTube Fame, Surveillance Tech, Solving City Congestion | Hard Tech Podcast #18

Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/dU868SXXkTk-------------------------------------------------------------In this episode, we discuss:-Matty's successful tech review YouTube channel, MS Tech-Handling the attention and success that follows being an internet personality-Matty's decision to leave YouTube with 500k subscribers-Matty's previous role as CEO of Vade and journey founding a startup.-The parking industry and solution to urban congestion -A deeper dive into the founder mindset and reality of startup culture.-------------------------------------------------------------Follow Matty here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mattyschaefer/

May 12, 20242h 9m

Ep 17Alex Villanueva: Asteroid Mining, Virtual Apparel Fitting, Biomimicry Inspired Tech | Hard Tech Podcast #17

Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/tleL8ZvYHZQIn this episode, we discuss: -Alex's virtual shoe fitting company, dedicated to sustainability by ensuring the correct online show purchase. -Graduate school research and building biomimetic robotic jellyfish. -Interning at NASA and space exploration. -Empowering aspiring engineers and business advice. Follow Alex here: https://www.eclo.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/doctorv8/

Apr 2, 20241h 32m

Ep 16Hatch Duo: Industrial Design, Navigating AI, Branding, Hardware Innovation | Hard Tech Podcast #16

Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/hFMDyOpNfAA------------------------------------------------------------- In this episode, we discuss: -Jonathan and Michael's AI-enhanced design studio, Hatch Duo.-Starting a business in Silicon Valley.-Human creativity and AI working together.-Engineering and Industrial Design.-Working with early-stage startups-Brand identity-FLO.ai, a new AI mood board for designers.-Advice for aspiring entrepreneurs.------------------------------------------------------------- Follow on social media for Hard Tech updates:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hardtechpodcastTwitter: https://twitter.com/hardtechpodcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hardtechpodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/hardtechpodcast/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hardtechpodcast/ -------------------------------------------------------------Follow Hatch Duo here:https://www.hatchduo.com/https://www.linkedin.com/company/hatch-duo/people/

Mar 20, 20241h 51m

Ep 15Julia Parker: AI To Talk To Animals, Horse Pain Detection, Equestrian Riding | Hard Tech Podcast #15

Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/gl1WJmZKPmsIn this episode we discuss: -Julia's horse pain detection technology "Intuitive HorseWare" -Sensors that track abnormal horse movements -Horse and owner relationship-Julia’s work with horse rehabilitation and rescue -How pain and injury affect horse health -Why advanced pain detection is needed -Using AI to talk to animals -Taking out the bias from horse riding competitions -Horse hoof cleaning

Feb 26, 202459 min

Ep 14Siddharth Thakur: CEO at 19, Search and Rescue Robots, Firefighter Safety | Hard Tech Podcast #14

Watch this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nbHbPGo5iqQ-------------------------------------------------------------Follow on social media for daily Hard Tech updates:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hardtechpodcastTwitter: https://twitter.com/hardtechpodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/hardtechpodcast/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hardtechpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hardtechpodcast-------------------------------------------------------------Subscribe to the channel for insights into the future of hardware tech for energy, robotics, transportation, healthcare, and more.-------------------------------------------------------------In this episode, we discuss:- State-of-the-art tech for firefighters- FireBot by Paradigm Robotics- Other near-future, life-saving applications for robots- Graduate vs undergraduate startup research- Balancing college with a startup- TechCrunch startup battlefield- Siddharth’s meeting with the US Secretary of State, Antony Blinken

Oct 8, 20231h 14m

Ep 13Colby Harvey: Drones for Aircraft Inspections, Boeing, Air Force, Air Safety | Hard Tech Podcast #13

Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/Z_n8dfipFGY-------------------------------------------------------------Follow on social media for daily Hard Tech updates:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hardtechpodcastTwitter: https://twitter.com/hardtechpodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/hardtechpodcast/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hardtechpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hardtechpodcast ------------------------------------------------------------- Subscribe to the channel for insights into the future of hardware tech for energy, robotics, transportation, healthcare, and more.------------------------------------------------------------- In this episode, we discuss:- Drones being used for aircraft inspections - Colby's aerospace startup - Customers in the aircraft inspection space, like Boeing and Air Force - The general impact of technological innovation in replacing jobs - Biggest issues discovered during aircraft inspections - The use of AI in drone tech - Hardware vs software

Sep 24, 202341 min

Ep 12Roger Pecina: Drones as First Responders, Flying Cars, Minority Report, DJI | Hard Tech Podcast #12

Watch this episode on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BhkX8L1bA5g-------------------------------------------------------------Follow on social media for daily Hard Tech updates:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hardtechpodcastTwitter: https://twitter.com/hardtechpodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/hardtechpodcast/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hardtechpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hardtechpodcast-------------------------------------------------------------Subscribe to the channel for insights into the future of hardware tech for energy, robotics, transportation, healthcare, and more.-------------------------------------------------------------In this episode, we discuss:- Drones as First Responders (DFRs), and the future of their adoption by police forces and other emergency services- DJIs influence over the consumer drone market- The current and future landscape of eVTOLs (drones, flying cars)- Eve Vehicles Corporation and their product, QROW (Quadrotor Reconnaissance on Wings)- Steven Spielberg's Minority Report- The use of AI in drone tech and how eVTOLs will be programmed to share airspace

Sep 3, 202355 min

Ep 11Alex Blum: $1200 Houses, Plant-based Plastics, Political Activism, and BioFi | Hard Tech Podcast #11

Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/kVNMuZsFtig-------------------------------------------------------------Follow on social media for daily Hard Tech updates:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hardtechpodcastTwitter: https://twitter.com/hardtechpodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/hardtechpodcast/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hardtechpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hardtechpodcast-------------------------------------------------------------Subscribe to the channel for insights into the future of hardware tech for energy, robotics, transportation, healthcare, and more.-------------------------------------------------------------In this episode, we discuss:- Alex's plant-based plastic alternatives for packaging, medical, housing, construction- $1200 houses for refugees and disaster victims- Eco-friendly agriculture in developing countries- Agriculture in the Russia/Ukraine conflict- Alex’s political activism and his award-winning documentary on the Rohingya people of Myanmar- Strategies for employee-retention in tech- Alex's health struggle with Psoriatic Arthritis- BioFi and Jutin, Alex's product lines- Alex's strategies for contending with the trend of failure in bioplastics startups

Aug 20, 20231h 24m

Ep 10Riley Knox: Smart Factories, 3D Printing, Adv. Manufacturing, and Elon Musk | Hard Tech Podcast #10

Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/3dGSLKzGkUI-------------------------------------------------------------Follow on social media for daily Hard Tech updates:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hardtechpodcastTwitter: https://twitter.com/hardtechpodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/hardtechpodcast/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hardtechpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hardtechpodcast-------------------------------------------------------------Subscribe to the channel for insights into the future of hardware tech for energy, robotics, transportation, healthcare, and more.-------------------------------------------------------------In this episode, We discuss- Riley's Mechanical Engineering Background- Smart Factories- 3D Printed Food and Houses- Large vs small companies' influence on consumer perception of hardware and technology- Advanced Tech Manufacturing in the US- Techstars accelerator program- The effect of tech personalities, like Elon Musk, in bringing attention to the hard tech space

Aug 13, 20231h 15m

Ep 9The All-Electric Trend Needs To Stop. There Are Other Power Options | Hard Tech #9

Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtube.com/live/AKat24omql8-------------------------------------------------------------Follow on social media for daily Hard Tech updates:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hardtechpodcastTwitter: https://twitter.com/hardtechpodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/hardtechpodcast/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hardtechpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hardtechpodcast-------------------------------------------------------------Subscribe to the channel for insights into the future of hardware tech for energy, robotics, transportation, healthcare, and more.-------------------------------------------------------------In this episode, I discuss 4 alternatives for direct power instead of all-electric (battery-powered):- Direct Solar- Hydrogen- Ammonia- Biofuels

Jul 2, 202334 min

Ep 8Living In Space And On Water Will Soon Change Our Lives Forever | Hard Tech #8

Watch this episode on YouTube: www.youtube.com/live/Cjp-89SLFLw-------------------------------------------------------------Follow on social media for daily Hard Tech updates:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hardtechpodcastTwitter: https://twitter.com/hardtechpodcastFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/hardtechpodcast/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hardtechpodcast/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@hardtechpodcast-------------------------------------------------------------Subscribe to the channel for insights into the future of hardware tech for energy, robotics, transportation, healthcare, and more.-------------------------------------------------------------In this episode, I discuss 4 ongoing developments for living off land:- Ship Homes- Floating Houses- Floating Cities- Floating Industries in Space

Jun 25, 202337 min
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