Best Elena Reyes Podcasts (2026)

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Episode 139: Advanced robot hearing - Christine Evers 28:24

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Claire chatted to Christine Evers from the University of Southampton about helping robots understand the world around them through sound. Christine Evers is an Associate Professor in Computer Science and Director of the Centre for Robotics at the University of Southampton. Her research pushes the boundaries of machine listening, enabling robots to …

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Thank God 2025 Is Over - Let's Start Anew With Gratitude (ep. 970) 16:34

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Welcome back, Gratitude Seekers! 🎙️ I’m your host, and today we’re taking a mindful breath and saying “Thank God 2025 is over.” After a year that tested us—from global turmoil and lingering pandemic scars to the unsettling rise of AI—many of us feel the weight of uncertainty. But within that turbulence lie countless small, shining moments that can …

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Episode 138: Robots in the environment - Stefano Mintchev 29:52

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Claire chatted to Stefano Mintchev from ETH Zürich about robots to explore and monitor the natural environment. Stefano Mintchev is an Assistant Professor of Environmental Robotics at ETH Zürich in Switzerland. He has a Ph.D. in Bioinspired Robotics from Scuola Superiore Sant'Anna in Italy, and conducted postdoctoral research at EPFL in Switzerland…

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Grateful Every Year For The Passing Year - Julie Reisler (ep. 969) 30:48

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Welcome back to The Gratitude Podcast—the show that reminds us that every sunrise, every season, and every year that slips by is a gift waiting to be celebrated. Today’s episode lives up to our title: we’ll explore why being grateful for each passing year isn’t just a feel‑good habit, but a powerful catalyst for transformation. Our guest, Julie Rie…

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Episode 137: Getting two-legged robots moving - Oluwami Dosunmu-Ogunbi 30:05

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Claire chatted to Oluwami Dosunmu-Ogunbi from Ohio Northern University about bipedal robots that can walk and even climb stairs. Oluwami Dosunmu-Ogunbi (Wami) is an Assistant Professor in the Mechanical Engineering Department at Ohio Northern University. Her research focuses on controls with applications in bipedal locomotion and engineering educat…

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How Bullied Children Can Become Resilient Entrepreneurs Through Gratitude - Randy Ginsburg (ep. 968) 33:04

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Welcome back, Gratitude Seekers! In today’s episode we sit down with Randy Ginsberg, author of Adversity to Advantage: How to Overcome Bullying and Find Entrepreneurial Success. Fresh from Syracuse University and a deep‑dive into the stories of high‑performing entrepreneurs who were bullied as children, Randy shares how those painful experiences ca…

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Episode 136: Making driverless vehicles smarter - Shimon Whiteson 33:29

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Claire chatted to Shimon Whiteson from the University of Oxford and Waymo about machine learning for autonomous vehicles. Shimon Whiteson is a Professor of Computer Science at the University of Oxford and a Senior Staff Research Scientist at Waymo UK. His research focuses on deep reinforcement learning and imitation learning, with applications in r…

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Finding Light After Loss: Guide to Daily Encouragement & Positive Action - Bob Brumm (ep. 967) 29:44

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Bob opens up about the heart‑wrenching loss of his mother, grandparents, and later his father—all before the age of six—and how that painful beginning taught him that the world keeps turning and each sunrise offers a fresh canvas. He shares his mission to help others see the hidden gifts in every setback, from a simple smile to a heartfelt “how are…

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Episode 135: Robot anatomy and design - Chapa Sirithunge 26:08

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Claire chatted to Chapa Sirithunge from the University of Cambridge about what robots can teach us about human anatomy, and vice versa. Chapa Sirithunge is a Marie Sklodowska-Curie fellow in robotics at the University of Cambridge. She has an undergraduate degree and PhD in Electrical Engineering from the University of Moratuwa. Before joining the …

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The Spirit of Gratitude Behind Thanksgiving (ep. 966) 7:11

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As the aroma of roasted turkey and the chatter of holiday celebrations fill the air, we’re stepping back in time to uncover the true roots of Thanksgiving. In this episode we’ll travel to September 24, 1789, when the very first U.S. House of Representatives recommended a national day of thanks. The next day, New Jersey Congressman Elias Boudinot ur…

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Episode 134: Robotics as a hobby - Kevin McAleer 37:17

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Claire chatted to Kevin McAleer from kevsrobots about how to get started building robots at home. Kevin McAleer is a hobbyist robotics fanatic who likes to build robots, share videos about them on YouTube and teach people how to do the same. Kev has been building robots since 2019, when he got his first 3d printer and wanted to make more interestin…

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From Material Obsession to Inner Joy - Kathleen Cruger (ep. 965) 25:38

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In today’s heart‑warming episode we sit down with Kathleen Kruger, the creator behind the children’s picture book Thankful Frankie. From her own leap of faith—leaving a stable teaching career in Chicago for a fresh start in Los Angeles—to discovering the transformative power of a nightly gratitude habit, Kathleen shares how listing just five to ten…

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Episode 133: Creating sociable robot collaborators - Heather Knight 35:44

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Claire chatted to Heather Knight from Oregon State University about applying methods from the performing arts to robotics. Heather Knight runs the CHARISMA Robotics research group. Her education includes a PhD on Expressive Motion for Low Degree of Freedom Robots from Carnegie Mellon University, and M.S. and B.S. degrees in EECS from the Massachuse…

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The Power of Asking the Right Questions: Unlocking Stories and Gratitude - Allen Wolf (ep. 964) 32:00

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Welcome back, Gratitude Seekers! In today’s episode we sit down with award‑winning filmmaker, novelist, and game creator Alan Wolf – the mind behind the wildly popular storytelling board game You’re Pulling My Leg. What started as a Christmas gift for two friends blossomed into a global hit, connecting hundreds of thousands of people through honest…

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Episode 132: Collaborating with industrial robots - Anthony Jules 30:05

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Claire chatted to Anthony Jules from Robust.AI about their AI-driven autonomous robots that work alongside humans. Anthony Jules is the CEO and co-founder of Robust.AI, a leader in AI-driven warehouse automation. The company's flagship product Carter™, is built to work with people in their existing environments, without disrupting their workflows. …

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Simple Gratitude Habits That Rewire Your Brain for Joy and Motivation - Julie Potiker (ep. 863) 45:03

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Julie’s journey is anything but ordinary: former lawyer turned mindfulness expert, she now teaches evidence‑based, neuroscience‑driven positive psychology to people who are hurting and helps them turn that pain into purpose. In this episode we’ll unpack: What gratitude really means—for Julie, it’s intertwined with hope, even in the darkest moments.…

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Episode 131: Empowering game-changing robotics research - Edith-Clare Hall 26:31

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Claire chatted to Edith-Clare Hall from the Advanced Research + Invention Agency (ARIA) about accelerating scientific and technological breakthroughs. Edith-Clare Hall is a PhD student at the University of Bristol, Frontier Specialist at ARIA, and leader of Women in Robotics UK. She focuses on the critical interfaces where interconnected systems me…

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From Heartbreak to Gratitude & Kindness - Boomer Perrault (ep. 962) 34:45

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Boomer’s journey began after a painful breakup left him searching for purpose. He discovered that helping strangers—whether it’s a smile, a “hello,” or a small deed—could lift his own spirits and even save lives. During our conversation Boomer drills down into the habits that transformed his mindset: Continuous Repetition – swapping negative though…

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Episode 130: Robots learning from humans - Chad Jenkins 29:58

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Claire chatted to Chad Jenkins from the University of Michigan about how robots can learn from people and assist us in our daily lives. Odest Chadwicke Jenkins is a Professor of Robotics and a Professor of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at the University of Michigan. His research addresses problems in robot learning from demonstration …

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Seasonal Healing: How Fall, Winter, Spring, Summer Teach Gratitude and Growth - Anahata Ananda (ep. 961) 51:51

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Today we’re honored to sit with Anahata Ananda, founder of Shamangelic Healing and a master of many worlds: certified yoga teacher, global‑certified coach, shamanic healer, and guide to over 120 retreats across Peru, Bali, Costa Rica, Sedona, Mount Shasta and beyond. Anahata’s name itself—Anahata (the heart chakra) plus Ananda(bliss)—encapsulates t…

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Episode 129: Automating museum experiments - Yuen Ting Chan 25:16

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Claire chatted to Yuen Ting Chan from the Natural History Museum about using robots to automate molecular biology experiments. Yuen Ting Chan has nearly 20 years of experience working on translating, developing and optimising laboratory protocols, from DNA forensics to the biomedical field. She has brought automation to molecular laboratories for o…

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Turning Crisis into Blessings: Lessons on Perseverance & Gratitude - Dr. Herman Williams (ep. 960) 39:11

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In today’s episode we sit down with Dr. Herman Williams - a once‑aspiring orthopedic surgeon whose world was turned upside‑down by a sudden cardiac arrest at age 31. Rescued by a team of anesthesia residents and his wife’s quick thinking, Herman was fitted with an early‑generation sub‑cutaneous defibrillator, endured months of painful shocks, and w…

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Bonus Episode: Smart City Robotics Competition 1:28:53

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Last month I had the pleasure of attending the Smart City Robotics Competition in Milton Keynes, where I spoke to the organisers, competitors, exhibitors and attendees of this exciting 3-day event. Check out our conversations in this month's bonus episode! This bonus episode was sponsored by euRobotics, an international non-profit association that …

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Episode 128: Making microrobots move - Ali K. Hoshiar 19:51

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Claire chatted to Ali K. Hoshiar from the University of Essex about how microrobots move and work together. Ali Hoshiar is a Senior Lecturer in Robotics at the University of Essex and Director of the Robotics for Under Millimetre Innovation (RUMI) Lab. He leads the EPSRC-funded 'In-Target' project and was awarded the university's Best Interdiscipli…

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From Inner Critic to Gratitude Champion - Katie Tyson (ep. 959) 36:16

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Katie shares how years of personal struggle—living under a harsh inner critic and a relentless “must‑be‑hard‑on‑yourself” mindset—led her to discover the transformative practices of self‑love, gratitude, and intentional coaching. She walks us through her “aha” moment while advising a fast‑growing startup, where she first saw how employees’ emotions…

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Episode 127: Robots exploring other planets - Frances Zhu 32:54

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Claire chatted to Frances Zhu from the Colorado School of Mines about intelligent robotic systems for space exploration. Frances Zhu has a degree in Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering and a Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering from Cornell University. She was previously a NASA Space Technology Research Fellow and an Assistant Research Professor in the …

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What Power Do I Have Over This Situation - Tamara & David (ep. 958) 39:17

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In today’s special episode we sit down with two remarkable guests— David Dachinger, a Grammy‑nominated composer, fire lieutenant, and survivor of stage‑four head‑and‑neck cancer, and Tamara Green, a soul‑center psychotherapist, author, and meditation trainer hailed by Elle as the “soul‑center therapist.” Together they are authors of the internation…

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Gratitude, Grit, and a Mafia Love Story - Dr. Barbara Roberts (ep. 957) 39:52

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In today’s special episode we sit down with a true trailblazer: Dr. Barbara Roberts, the first female adult cardiologist in Rhode Island and author of the riveting memoir The Dr. Broad: A Mafia Love Story. From the moment she stepped into a 1960s medical school class where women made up less than 10 % of the cohort, Dr. Roberts has been breaking ba…

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Robot Talk Season 6 coming soon! 1:47

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Robot Talk will be back for a new season very soon — make sure you're subscribed to be the first to hear the latest episodes! Get more from Robot Talk (including monthly bonus episodes) by joining the Robot Talk community on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/ClaireAsherBy Claire Asher

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Why We Protect What We Appreciate - Louie Schwartzberg (ep. 956) 51:52

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We’re honored to sit down with award‑winning cinematographer, director, and producer Louie Schwarzber the visionary behind Fantastic Fungi and the upcoming documentary Gratitude Revealed. Over four decades, Louis has turned the invisible rhythms of nature into breathtaking time‑lapse masterpieces, turning galaxies, seashells and the circulatory sys…

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Gratitude as Catalyst for Forgiveness: A Global Story of Resilience and Growth - Elisabetta Franzoso 38:49

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Welcome back, Gratitude Seekers! In today’s powerful episode we sit down with Elisabetta Franzoso—a former Italian schoolteacher turned counselor, life‑coach, author, and global wellness practitioner. Born in the misty rice‑field town of Vercelli, Elisabetta left home at 29 for the bustling streets of Jakarta, Singapore, and beyond, spending 24 tra…

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How Thank‑You Notes Turn Small Acts Into Miracles - Elena Anguita (ep. 954) 29:52

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In today’s episode we sit down with Elena, who's journey began with a simple, daily habit: writing a handwritten thank‑you note to a real person. That “whoosh” moment sparked a cascade of daily serendipities she now calls “daily miracles.”From feeling the immediate lift of gratitude on a rainy‑day commute to spotting a perfect parking spot, Elena’s…

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Gratitude & Financial Independence - Caitlin Muldoon (ep. 953) 41:12

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We discussed practical ways to cultivate gratitude for all aspects of life, both material and non-material, especially when you're facing financial stress. What questions you'll find answered: How can gratitude help you achieve financial independence? What role does self-awareness play in cultivating genuine gratitude? How can you practice gratitud…

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Prioritizing Gratitude and Communication in Relationships - Nick Brancato (ep. 952) 40:12

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In this episode you'll discover how to cultivate gratitude and improve communication in your relationships with personal development coach Nick Brancato, you'll learn practical exercises to align priorities and unlock lasting love. What questions you'll find answered: How can individuals begin to cultivate gratitude in their own relationships, and …

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Jennifer Lopez’s Gratitude Insights (ep. 951) 15:48

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Welcome to another inspiring episode of Gratitude Seekers, where we delve into the transformative power of gratitude through the insights of renowned personalities. Today, we're thrilled to explore the wisdom of Jennifer Lopez, an icon recognized for her ability to overcome negativity and embrace gratitude. Join us as we uncover five impactful idea…

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The Role of Gratitude in Effective Nonviolent Communication - Nati Beltrán (ep. 950) 35:49

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Nonviolent Communication (NVC) certified trainer and leadership coach, Nati Beltrán shares with us the transformative power of gratitude and non-violent communication as well as her journey into non-violent communication, which began with her desire to communicate more harmoniously as a parent. What other topics we touched upon: 1. How can expressi…

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Elizabeth Gilbert's Gratitude Insights (ep. 949) 14:47

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Welcome to today's episode, Gratitude Seekers! We're diving into the inspiring world of gratitude with insights from renowned author Elizabeth Gilbert. Best known for her memoir "Eat, Pray, Love," Gilbert has captivated millions with her journey of self-discovery and creativity. In this episode, we'll explore her unique concept of the "gratitude bo…

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Episode 126: Why are we building humanoid robots? - Robot Talk Live 51:29

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Research into humanoid robots is a rapidly advancing field, with companies around the world striving to produce robots that look and act more like us. But what is it about recreating ourselves in robot form that we find so captivating? Why do humanoid robots both enthral and terrify us? And is our obsession with robotic humans just vanity, or could…

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Louise Hay’s Gratitude Insights (ep. 948) 18:28

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Welcome to another inspiring episode of the Gratitude Podcast, where we delve into the transformative power of gratitude through the wisdom of renowned thought leaders. Today, we explore the teachings of Louise Hay, a celebrated motivational author and founder of Hay House, known for her best-selling book "You Can Heal Your Life." Despite a challen…

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Episode 125: Chatting with robots - Gabriel Skantze 27:23

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Claire chatted to Gabriel Skantze from KTH Royal Institute of Technology about having natural face-to-face conversations with robots. Gabriel Skantze is a Professor of Speech Communication and Technology at KTH Royal Institute of Technology. He specializes in conversational systems and leads several research projects on conversational AI and human-…

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Gary Vaynerchuk's Gratitude Insights (ep. 947) 20:29

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Welcome to another enlightening episode of our podcast, where we delve into the transformative power of gratitude through the insights of renowned figures. Today, we explore the profound perspectives of Gary Vaynerchuk, a Belarusian-American entrepreneur and digital marketing guru, known for his passionate advocacy of gratitude, empathy, and kindne…

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Episode 124: Robots in the performing arts - Amy LaViers 22:12

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Claire chatted to Amy LaViers from the Robotics, Automation, and Dance Lab about the creative relationship between humans and machines. Amy LaViers works at the intersection of robotics and dance. Her writing, choreography, and machine designs have been presented internationally at performing arts and engineering venues, including Merce Cunningham'…

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Bob Proctor's Gratitude Insights (ep. 946) 10:03

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Welcome to the Gratitude Seekers podcast, where we explore the transformative power of gratitude through the wisdom of renowned thought leaders. In this episode, we delve into the insights of Bob Proctor, a firm believer in the positive impact of gratitude on our lives. Discover how being open to gratitude can invite abundance and joy, even amidst …

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Episode 123: Standardising robot programming - Nick Thompson 18:18

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Claire chatted to Nick Thompson from BOW about software that makes robots easier to program. Nick Thompson is CEO of BOW and exited founder of One Beyond Ltd, an international software development firm. His career started in 1997 as a software engineer, founded One Beyond in the early 2000's and after 20 years in the business sold to a private equi…

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Brene Brown's Gratitude Insights (ep. 945) 11:25

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Welcome to a transformative episode of our podcast, where we delve into the profound insights on gratitude shared by renowned figures like Brene Brown. In this episode, we explore the compelling connection between gratitude and joy, as revealed through 12 years of research and 11,000 pieces of data. Discover how practicing gratitude can invite joy …

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Episode 122: Bio-inspired flying robots - Jane Pauline Ramos Ramirez 27:12

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Claire chatted to Jane Pauline Ramos Ramirez from Delft University of Technology about drones that can move on land and in the air. Jane Pauline Ramos Ramirez is a licensed engineer with a multidisciplinary background in bionics, mechanical, and aerospace engineering, and international research experience. Her life's work is rooted in designing inc…

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Eckhart Tolle's Gratitude Insights (ep. 944) 13:28

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Welcome to another enlightening episode of the Gratitude Seekers podcast, where we delve into the transformative power of gratitude through the wisdom of renowned thought leaders. Today, we explore the profound insights of Eckhart Tolle, a celebrated spiritual teacher and author of bestsellers like "The Power of Now" and "A New Earth." Join us as w…

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Episode 121: Adaptable robots for the home - Lerrel Pinto 33:54

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Claire chatted to Lerrel Pinto from New York University about using machine learning to train robots to adapt to new environments. Lerrel Pinto is an Assistant Professor of Computer Science at New York University (NYU). His research is aimed at getting robots to generalize and adapt in the messy world we live in. His lab focuses broadly on robot le…

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Salma Hayek's' Gratitude Insights (ep. 943) 7:52

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Welcome to today's episode, Gratitude Seekers! We're diving into the profound world of gratitude with insights inspired by the incredible Selma Hayek. In this episode, we'll explore a touching story from Selma's life, highlighting her unique perspective on gratitude and how it can be a powerful, euphoric experience. We'll also share a heartwarming …

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Episode 120: Evolving robots to explore other planets - Emma Hart 26:56

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Claire chatted to Emma Hart from Edinburgh Napier University about algorithms that 'evolve' better robot designs and control systems. Emma Hart is a computer scientist working in the field of evolutionary computation. Her work takes inspiration from the natural world, in particular biological evolution, and uses this to develop algorithms that 'evo…