Best Ag Robotics Podcasts (2025)

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Foxconn's EV Strategy; Hacked Data for Sale; On-Demand Car Production; OPEC's Oil Strategy 41:20

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Drop me a text and let me know what you think of this episode! The automotive manufacturing landscape is undergoing a revolutionary transformation, driven by unexpected players and innovative approaches. At the forefront, Foxconn—the company that likely manufactured your iPhone—is making bold moves into the electric vehicle space. Rather than compe…

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Slate Auto Ramps Up; GMC Sierra Denali EV Review; AI is Rewriting Your Org chart; Chinese Cars, Brazil Style 41:43

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Drop me a text and let me know what you think of this episode! The electric vehicle revolution isn't taking the path many expected. Instead of a uniform march toward high-tech luxury EVs, we're seeing fascinating divergence at both ends of the market. Slate Motors has captured my attention with their radical approach to affordability. Backed by Jef…

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Why tech is racing to adopt AI coding 59:59

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This is Casey Newton, founder and editor of the Platformer newsletter and cohost of the Hard Fork podcast. I’ll be guest hosting the next few episodes of Decoder while Nilay is out on parental leave. For the next three weeks, I’ll be talking to leaders in the productivity space about what they’re building, and how they can help us get things done. …

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A Conversation With Mark Cuban 46:50

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In this episode of The Spoon Podcast, Michael Wolf sits down with Mark Cuban for a wide-ranging conversation recorded live at the SKS 2025. Mark and Mike discuss the transformative power of AI, exploring why Cuban believes it's more disruptive than the internet, mobile, or streaming, and how it's already reshaping education, jobs, and entrepreneurs…

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Vertical Future, AeroFarms, Sollum Technologies, Pacific Plant Nutrients, Bayer, Ambienta, NuCicer, Growers Edge, John Deere, DTN, Lindsay Corporation, Hesai, Agtonomy, Alpha Werke, Mars, Acres.com, AeroFarms ... 13:47

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Welcome back, listeners! In today's episode, we'll explore the latest developments in AgTech, featuring strategic acquisitions expanding field testing and biological solutions, innovative product launches from tower monitoring to autonomous robotics, plus significant funding rounds supporting climate-resilient crops and breakthrough biostimulant te…

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PJM and the capacity crunch 33:43

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The PJM capacity auction this month broke records with sky-high wholesale power prices — and that was by design. Under PJM’s auction rules, tight supply raises prices, incentivizing the development of new generation and encouraging existing generation to stay online. The big driver of that tight supply? Data-center driven load growth. The independe…

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Why AI researchers are getting paid like NBA All-Stars 43:44

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This is Alex Heath, your Thursday episode guest host and deputy editor at The Verge. Today I'm joined by Hayden Field, The Verge’s new senior AI reporter to talk about the AI talent wars and why some researchers are suddenly getting traded like their NBA superstars. Both Hayden and I have been reporting on this for the past several weeks to get a s…

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Bananas, Biotech, and Beyond: Gene Editing with Tropic 22:17

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Dr. Eyal Maori, co-founder of Tropic, is using advanced gene editing technologies to revolutionize tropical crops such as bananas, rice, and coffee. The conversation explores how Tropic developed proprietary tools like Agrotrop and GEiGS to overcome the unique challenges of editing tropical crops. Dr. Maori also highlights Tropic’s work on non-brow…

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From Reality TV Producer to Recipe AI Entrepreneur with Babette Pepaj 48:03

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In this episode, Mike catches up with Babette Pepaj, founder of Bakespace and the new AI-powered platform BakeBot. Babette shares her journey from reality TV producer to social media pioneer, launching one of the first food-focused social networks in 2006. She reflects on the rise of food bloggers, the shifting digital landscape, and how she’s usin…

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Are Hybrids Trucking's Answer to the "Messy Middle"; More Robots, Less Humans; Traffic Math Destroy Neighborhoods; What is an EERV? 41:09

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Drop me a text and let me know what you think of this episode! What happens when the transportation industry is caught in what truckers call "the messy middle" - that challenging space between today's fossil fuel reality and tomorrow's zero-emission future? This thought-provoking exploration takes you into the heart of commercial trucking's dilemma…

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Best Hybrids & EVs List; 2025 Chevrolet Equinox review; Concrete vs Steel; EV Batteries' 2nd Act 41:00

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Drop me a text and let me know what you think of this episode! The electric vehicle market continues to evolve quickly as manufacturers compete in an increasingly crowded space. US News and World Report recently released their 2025 Best Hybrid and Electric Cars rankings, evaluating an impressive 115 different models across various categories. Hyund…

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Can we ever trust an AI lawyer? 54:53

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This is CNBC journalist Jon Fortt. This is the last episode I’ll be guest-hosting for Nilay while he’s out on parental leave. My guest today is Richard Robinson, who is the cofounder and CEO of legal tech startup Robin AI. Richard is a corporate lawyer-turned-startup founder working on AI tools for the legal profession. But law and AI have not mixe…

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Bonsai Robotics, TriC Robotics, Unitree, Rabobank, Carlyle, GreenLife, Grodan, Néboda, Nature’s Miracle, Square Roots, Biobest, Vestaron, Solynta, NetZeroNitrogen 12:09

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Welcome back, listeners! In today’s episode, we cover the latest in agricultural technology, including advanced spraying systems, major funding rounds for IoT and crop science, strategic expansions in phosphate production, and transformative developments in controlled environment agriculture. Let’s dive in!Welcome back, listeners! In today’s episod…

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Repurposing EV batteries for grid storage 29:35

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The job of an EV battery is unforgiving. If its performance slips too far — say, lost acceleration or range — it's probably off to the recycling heap. That’s even though it may have plenty of usable life, if only for something less demanding than powering a vehicle. Grid storage is theoretically a gentler job, involving slower discharging and more …

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We are not ready for better deepfakes 1:00:56

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This is Alex Heath, your Thursday episode guest host. Today I'm talking with Gaurav Misra, the CEO of Captions. You may not have heard of Captions yet, but by now, you’ve probably seen a video that was generated using its AI models. The company’s Mirage Studio platform lets anyone generate AI versions of real people, and the results are alarmingly …

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A Pain Free Conversation About Finance 35:55

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This week we are joined by Cayla Holleman of OnPoint Corp. She provides insight into the diverse world of finance that is available to producers. We talk about everything from capital stacks to feasibility studies to government grant programs. Cayla shares a wealth of knowledge on the different places that producers can find funding to support thei…

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From Surfer to Robot Delivery CEO With Coco's Zach Rash 40:15

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This episode's guest is Zach Rash, the co-founder and CEO of Coco Robotics. Mike talks to Zach about his journey from aspiring professional surfer to becoming of a robot delivery company backed by OpenAI's Sam Altman. Zach shares how he and his co-founder started building robots out of their UCLA dorm room during the pandemic, why they focused on h…

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Why tech billionaires want a ‘corporate dictatorship’ 1:06:15

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This is Jon Fortt, CNBC journalist. I’m guest-hosting for a couple more episodes of Decoder this summer while Nilay is out on parental leave. Today, I’m talking with a very special guest: Gil Duran, an old friend, journalist, and author of The Nerd Reich, a newsletter and forthcoming book about the shifting politics of Silicon Valley and the rise o…

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Featuring Topcon Agriculture, Emergent Connext, GramikTM, AgEagle, Bayan-Mayani, Puna Bio, Itafos, Kemin Industries, Wayne-Sanderson Farms, Van der Knaap Group, Université Laval, Reinke Manufacturing ... 12:04

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Welcome back, listeners! In today’s episode, we cover the latest in agricultural technology, including advanced spraying systems, major funding rounds for IoT and crop science, strategic expansions in phosphate production, and transformative developments in controlled environment agriculture. Let’s dive in! Here’s a Quick Snapshot of What’s Making …

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Perplexity CEO on why the browser is AI's killer app 53:45

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This is Alex Heath, deputy editor at The Verge. Nilay’s out on parental leave for the next few months, so I’ll be stepping in to host our Thursday episodes while he’s out. My guest today is Perplexity CEO Aravind Srinivas, who is betting that the browser is where more useful AI will get built. Perplexity just released Comet, an AI web browser for t…

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Five big questions emerging from the OBBB 46:19

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The One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) complicates things. Together with a related executive order, it dismantled key parts of the Inflation Reduction Act, while also injecting uncertainty into tax credit eligibility. The uncertainty in particular throws a wrench into project planning and leaves big questions about the impact across climate tech. So wha…

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Bench Marking 27:49

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In this episode of AK Podcasts, Mike Donaldson discusses the advancements in dairy farming with Hannah Lansing. They explore the importance of data and technology in managing dairy farms, the key performance indicators that determine farm success, and the future trends in dairy technology. The conversation emphasizes the need for accurate record-ke…

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CRISPR, Then and Now: A 2025 Update with Rodolphe Barrangou 31:11

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Genome editing pioneer Dr. Rodolphe Barrangou returns to AgTech 360 to share how CRISPR has advanced and expanded since his last appearance in 2021, transforming from a breakthrough technology into a global force across medicine, agriculture, and beyond. From scientific breakthroughs to real-world applications, he highlights how genome editing is r…

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EV Truck Delays/Hybrid Railroad Locomotives; A Civic Lesson - 2025 Honda Civic Sport Hybrid review; Gas, Hydrogen, or Batteries; Introducing the Grounded G3 Electric RV 41:44

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Drop me a text and let me know what you think of this episode! The automotive industry continues its fascinating evolution as manufacturers navigate multiple pathways toward sustainable transportation. This episode explores how different technologies are finding their unique applications across various sectors of the mobility industry. Honda's icon…

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Autonomous Truckling Gains Momentum, The Paradox of Modern Vehicles; Auto Industry Cargo Theft, The End of EV Credits 41:35

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Drop me a text and let me know what you think of this episode! The transportation landscape is undergoing seismic shifts that will fundamentally alter how people and goods are moved across America. Autonomous trucking has quietly evolved from experimental technology to commercial reality, with companies like Aurora now operating routes of 1,000 mil…

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How decision making will change when AI answers are cheap and (too) easy 1:07:28

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This is Jon Fortt, CNBC journalist, co-host of Closing Bell Overtime, and creator and host of the Fortt Knox podcast. I’m stepping in to guest host a few episodes of Decoder this summer while he’s out on parental leave, and I’m very excited for what we’ve been working on. For my first episode of Decoder, a show about how people make decisions, I wa…

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Why It's So Hard to Build Hardware in America 48:56

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On this episode of The Spoon podcast, catches up with with longtime food tech innovator and friend of The Spoon Scott Heimendinger about the hidden challenges of U.S. manufacturing, the future of kitchen robotics, and why tooling expertise has all but disappeared in America. Scott shares insights from his stealth startup Seattle Ultrasonics and his…

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Planet Labs, Farmdar, Saga Robotics, Bitwise Agronomy, Fotenix, INNOFarms.AI, Skyfield AgriTech, Evogene, ICL Group, Wilbur-Ellis, Above Food, Pivot Bio, Qore, Hort Americas, Hortiplan, Artechno Growsystems ... 12:09

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Welcome back, listeners! In today’s episode, we’ll explore the newest AgTech breakthroughs, including cutting-edge AI tools for crop forecasting, smart farming collaborations in controlled environments, major investments in digital agriculture platforms, and advanced solutions in plant propagation, seed development, and sustainable production. Let’…

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Tumult in residential solar 36:34

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Residential solar has had a rough couple of years. In 2024, the market contracted 31% and major companies like Sunpower and Titan went bankrupt. Now, only halfway through 2025, Sunnova and Mosaic have filed for bankruptcy, too. The market has suffered from low demand, high interest rates, and major policy changes like California’s cuts to net meter…

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Inside the AI startup frenzy: ‘Everyone’s pivoting, then pivoting again’ 52:42

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On this episode of Decoder, Ellis Hamburger — former journalist at The Verge, early Snap employee, and founder of the brand strategy studio Meaning — joins guest host Alex Heath to share why many AI founders are missing the bigger picture. Links: Meaning | Ellis Hamburger Social media is doomed to die | Verge I used the ‘cheat on everything’ AI too…

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From Tesla Factory to Your Driveway; Computerized Wheels, Electricity as a Cure; and a Cheap Electric Motorcycle 41:46

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Drop me a text and let me know what you think of this episode! The autonomous vehicle revolution is happening faster than anyone predicted. Tesla recently made headlines by delivering a Model Y from its Austin factory directly to a customer's home—with no driver, no remote operator, and no human intervention whatsoever. This empty vehicle navigated…

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The Battle Between Farmers and Big Ag; Subaru BRZ Coupe review; When Others Pay Your Rent; and No Humans, Dark Factory 41:41

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Drop me a text and let me know what you think of this episode! The digital transformation of agriculture takes center stage as we dive into John Deere's strategic acquisition of Sentera, a company revolutionizing farming through drone-based imaging technology. This partnership promises farmers unprecedented precision in weed management and resource…

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How SharkNinja took over the home 1:28:01

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It’s summertime, which means it’s time for our annual grilling episode. In years past we’ve talked to the leaders of Big Green Egg, Traeger, and Blackstone, and it’s always fascinating how those companies have all the same kinds of problems and ideas as any of the tech companies we have on the show. This time, I finally had the opportunity to sit d…

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Ambrook, ZenaTech, Bunge, Kelly Hills, Source Agriculture, GDM, Terrana Biosciences, FMC, Agrobiomics, Syngenta, and The Reservoir, Flagship Pioneering, Terrana Biosciences, Cargill, Oasis Grower Solutions ... 10:20

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Welcome back, listeners! In today’s episode, we’ll cover major moves in AgTech and agribusiness, including significant funding rounds, strategic acquisitions, and innovative programs driving precision agriculture and sustainable crop protection. Let’s get started! Here’s a Quick Snapshot of What’s Making Headlines: AgTech Highlights: Acquisition, F…

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Fresh intel from state utility regulatory filings 38:34

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You’ve probably heard about Nat Bullard’s massive decarbonization slide decks, filled with charts and insights into decarbonization drawn from climate and energy data. This time he's waded through piles of utility regulatory filings — countless PDFs that hint at the inner workings of utilities and large customers — to find clues about everything fr…

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#1 - Danny Bernstein, CEO & Managing Partner at The Reservoir (Part 2 of 2) 10:15

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What You’ll Learn: Traditional AgTech incubators lack real-world farming context—The Reservoir fixes that. Global R&D pipelines target countries like the Netherlands, Israel, and India. The 80/10/10 model helps startups avoid over-engineering and focus on innovation. Community, diversity, and inclusivity are central to The Reservoir’s ecosystem. Be…

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#1 - Danny Bernstein, CEO & Managing Partner at The Reservoir (Part 1 of 2) 3:04

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What You’ll Learn: Traditional AgTech incubators lack real-world farming context—The Reservoir fixes that. Global R&D pipelines target countries like the Netherlands, Israel, and India. The 80/10/10 model helps startups avoid over-engineering and focus on innovation. Community, diversity, and inclusivity are central to The Reservoir’s ecosystem. Be…

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Leading a Better for You Brand in 2025 With Zevia's Amy Taylor 38:31

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In this episode, Michael Wolf chats with Zevia CEO Amy Taylor about her journey from helping to shape Red Bull into a cultural force to leading Zevia, a mission-driven brand making zero-sugar, clean-label sodas. They explore Zevia's evolution as one of the better-for-you sodas, its strategy for staying relevant in a competitive beverage market, and…

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Data Vultures, Nuclear Energy, Clean Water Heroes, and Self-Driving Amazon Cars 41:05

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Drop me a text and let me know what you think of this episode! When technology evolves faster than legislation, who protects your privacy? This episode dives deep into the concerning world of automatic license plate readers operated by companies like Flock Safety, which are collecting data on your movements without consent or oversight. We expose h…

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Does Bollinger Motors Have a Future, 2025 Lexus TX SUV review, Knowing Wet Bulb Temperature, and Domestic Bees in Crisis 41:01

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Drop me a text and let me know what you think of this episode! The automotive industry has always been a battleground where dreams and capital collide - something startup EV manufacturer Bollinger Motors discovered firsthand. Beginning with prototype models B1 and B2, Bollinger's journey from ambitious newcomer to acquisition target illustrates the…

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Why Automattic CEO Matt Mullenweg went to war over WordPress 1:09:01

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Today, I’m talking with Matt Mullenweg, the founder and CEO of Automattic and the public face of WordPress. Last year, Matt essentially went to war, publicly and in the courts, against a hosting company called WP Engine, and there’s been significant fallout at Automattic and the broader WordPress community. It’s been a long, drawn-out saga. That sa…