Best Microcontrollers Podcasts (2025)

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How Edge Matrix is Transforming Video Monitoring Through AI 28:32

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Smart cities face an impossible challenge - monitoring countless security cameras 24/7 with human operators alone. Edge Matrix is solving this problem with innovative AI technology that transforms how urban environments approach security and monitoring. Founded in 2019 as a Cloudian spin-off, Edge Matrix has developed sophisticated video AI solutio…

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From Stanford Labs to Edge AI Pioneers: FemtoSense's Journey 20:11

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The quest to create artificial intelligence as efficient as the human brain is one of computing's most fascinating challenges. While today's AI systems consume megawatts of power in massive data centers, your brain accomplishes far more complex tasks on roughly 20 watts—about the same as a dim light bulb. This efficiency gap is what FemtoSense is d…

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Powering EVs: Microgrids & DC Charging Solutions 41:25

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In this episode of the Moore’s Lobby podcast, we sit down with Antonio Di Vaira, Senior VP for Power Product of Schneider Electric to discuss the massive shifts happening in the world of energy distribution. The conversation kicks off by exploring how the explosive growth of electric vehicles and energy-hungry technologies like AI are pushing tradi…

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Smart Sampling Unlocks Edge AI Capabilities You Never Thought Possible 20:15

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What if everything we assumed about AI and data was wrong? In a world obsessed with collecting more and more sensor data, LightScline has discovered something remarkable: we might only need 10% of it. Drawing inspiration from the human brain's selective attention mechanism, LightScline co-founders Ankur and Ayush Goel have developed an approach tha…

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The future belongs to greasy machines that think for themselves - Anoop Balachandran of Tinkerblox 22:08

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From cloud dependency to edge autonomy – we explore the frontier of intelligent edge computing with TinkerBlocks co-founder Anoop. Imagine a world where your machines don't need to phone home to make decisions. That's the vision driving TinkerBlox, a startup founded by former Bosch Digital executives who saw firsthand how IoT implementations were h…

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Revolution at the Edge: AI’s New Frontier in Embedded Systems 29:00

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Edge AI was once a niche topic, but now it’s driving higher productivity and enabling smarter devices by deploying AI models directly on embedded systems at the network edge. These systems perform tasks like detecting people, body positions, or recognizing hand gestures with increasing accuracy and speed. In this episode of our special Executive In…

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How embedUR is bridging the gap between embedded development and AI with Rajesh Subramanian 17:49

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The technological pendulum has swung dramatically over the last two decades. From desktop computing to cloud dominance and now back to the critical importance of edge devices, we're witnessing a renaissance in embedded systems. But this time, they're getting smart. Rajesh, founder of embedUR, takes us on a journey through this evolution, explaining…

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How Weeteq is Revolutionizing Microcontroller Technology for Industrial Automation 20:30

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What happens when you push AI to the absolute edge of networks? Meet Weeteq, a Scottish startup revolutionizing system optimization by bringing intelligence directly into microcontroller control loops. In this fascinating conversation with Martin from Weeteq, we explore the concept of "Ultra Edge" - technology that operates beyond what we typically…

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Episode 026 - Biomimicry and the next evolution of AI from the Edge to Data Centers 35:10

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Material Science in Motion: How 3M is Powering EV and Grid Advancements 50:41

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Technologists and leaders will be interested in hearing Mike explain how 3M's R&D culture that emphasizes collaborative problem-solving. They continue to leverage their "15% time" philosophy to fosters creative solutions that are being applied to our rapidly electrifying world. If you're passionate about how fundamental material science is enabling…

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From Cloud to Edge: NXP's AI Journey with Ali Ors 20:40

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The line between cloud and edge AI is blurring, and NXP Semiconductors stands at the forefront of this transformation. In this illuminating conversation, Ali Ors, Head of AI Strategy and Technologies at NXP, unveils how the semiconductor giant is embedding dedicated AI acceleration across their entire product portfolio—from basic microcontrollers t…

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Powering the Future: Silicon Carbide and the Rise of Wide Bandgap Tech 18:26

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Wide Bandgap technologies have been widely adopted around the world. As more customers are aiming for higher efficiency, greater power density, and reduced energy losses, design engineers are seeing the clear path forward is through Silicon Carbide or GaN technology. In this episode of our special Executive Insights series, host Riccardo Collura sp…

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From Arduino to AI: A 20-Year Journey with David Cuartielles 22:57

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Twenty years after its founding in a small Italian café, Arduino has transformed from a simple open-source project into a global technology enabler that's educated an entire generation of makers, developers, and engineers. In this fascinating conversation with Arduino co-founder David Cuartielles, we explore the evolution of this groundbreaking pla…

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From Sensors to Solutions: The Future of Edge AI with Chad Lucien of Ceva 17:06

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At the crossroads of cutting-edge technology and practical innovation stands Ceva, a semiconductor IP powerhouse with a remarkable two-decade legacy. Powering nearly 20 billion devices worldwide and shipping over 2 billion annually, SIVA has emerged as a crucial enabler in the burgeoning edge AI ecosystem. What distinguishes Ceva in this competitiv…

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Idea to Implementation: Fast-tracking Innovation with MCU/MPU Design Enablement 12:11

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Embedded designs typically start with choosing the right microcontroller or microprocessor, for everything from robots to smart wearable devices. As the central function control of the system, it is essential to choose an MCU or MPU solution that will give engineers the ability to meet their evolving requirements, and to bring their innovative desi…

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Episode 025 - Microchip Technology Powers Sustainability; part 2-of-2 28:10

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“Every mammal on this planet, instinctively develops a natural equilibrium with the surrounding environment. But you humans do not. You move to an area and you multiply- and multiply until every natural resource is consumed. The only way you can survive is to spread to another area.” – The Matrix Hugo Weaving’s Mr. Smith lectures Lawrence Fishburne…

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EDGE AI Partner: David Aronchick of Expanso 21:51

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The digital landscape is rapidly evolving beyond centralized cloud computing. In this illuminating conversation with David Aronchik, co-founder of Expanso, we explore the growing necessity of processing data right where it's generated—at the edge. Drawing from his impressive background as the first non-founding PM for Kubernetes at Google and his l…

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Episode 025 - Microchip Technology Powers Sustainability; part 1-of-2 24:32

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“Every mammal on this planet, instinctively develops a natural equilibrium with the surrounding environment. But you humans do not. You move to an area and you multiply- and multiply until every natural resource is consumed. The only way you can survive is to spread to another area.” – The Matrix Hugo Weaving’s Mr. Smith lectures Lawrence Fishburne…

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Bringing Generative AI to Your Pocket: The Future of Edge Computing 27:10

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A technological revolution is quietly unfolding in your pocket. Imagine your phone creating stunning images, understanding what its camera sees, and responding to complex questions—all without sending a single byte of data to the cloud. This isn't science fiction; it's Generative EDGE AI, and it's already here. We dive deep into this transformative…

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Beyond Sight: Choosing the Right Sensors for Next-Gen Machine Vision 29:41

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Machine vision in applications continues to grow in demand, so engineers must decide on the right sensors for their designs. For many of these applications simply giving designs the ability to "see" the world around them is not enough. In this episode Todd talks with Steve Harris Senior Director of Marketing of Industrial and Commercial Sensing at …

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Aligning Passion With Purpose: A Journey to Electrification and Sustainability 56:43

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Dr. Mital Kanabar is the Senior Director of Innovation, Grid Automation, Grid Solutions at GE Vernova. He joins our podcast to discuss the explosive electricity demand driven by electric vehicles, AI data centers, and the general electrification of industries. This increased demand puts a strain on an aging infrastructure, necessitating new solutio…

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Audio AI on the Edge with Ceva 59:47

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Audio processing at the edge is undergoing a revolution as deep learning transforms what's possible on tiny, power-constrained devices. Daniel from SIVA takes us on a fascinating journey through the complete lifecycle of audio AI models—from initial development to real-world deployment on microcontrollers. We explore two groundbreaking applications…

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Garbage In, Garbage Out - High-Quality Datasets for Edge ML Research 21:17

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The EDGE AI FOUNDATION's Datasets & Benchmarks Working Group highlights the rapid progress in neural networks, particularly in cloud-based applications like image recognition and NLP, which benefited greatly from large, high-quality datasets. However, the constrained nature of edge AI devices necessitates smaller, more efficient models, yet a lack …

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Securing the Edge: Exploring Advanced FPGA Technology 17:12

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In today's embedded design, engineers have the capability to include System-on-Chip (SoC) FPGAs, which not only provide the flexibility of a programmable logic matrix, but embedded processing cores as well. FPGAs are also offering more advanced layers of security today for both design and data protection. In this episode of our special Executive In…

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Episode 024 - Microcontrollers, Makers, and the DIY Movement; Part 2-of-2 21:07

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Arduino. Founded in Italy twenty years ago by a group of visionary educators and engineers, Arduino was born out of a desire to democratize electronics and make it accessible to everyone. Named after a bar in Ivrea, the platform started with hand-assembled circuit boards for students at the Interaction Design Institute Ivrea (IDII). The founders—Ma…

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Edge AI Investing Essentials 56:00

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The path to successful investment in edge AI requires far more than technical brilliance. In this revealing panel discussion, venture capitalists and corporate investors share what truly matters when deciding where to place their bets in the evolving edge computing landscape. At the heart of every investment decision lies a deceptively simple quest…

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Episode 024 - Microcontrollers, Makers, and the DIY Movement; Part 1-of-2 27:05

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Arduino. Founded in Italy twenty years ago by a group of visionary educators and engineers, Arduino was born out of a desire to democratize electronics and make it accessible to everyone. Named after a bar in Ivrea, the platform started with hand-assembled circuit boards for students at the Interaction Design Institute Ivrea (IDII). The founders—Ma…

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Beyond the Edge: Cloud and AI Convergence 13:47

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Beyond the Edge, from the EDGE AI FOUNDATION, explores the future of edge computing by advocating for a shift in perspective. It suggests moving beyond the limitations of traditional IoT deployments by integrating advancements in edge AI, semiconductors, and connectivity. The author argues that the cloud will serve as a crucial "binding agent," ena…

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Visionary Designs: How Microcontrollers Keep Up with Advanced Machine Vision 24:42

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From vehicles to industrial equipment, users have begun to expect systems to recognize and react to the objects around them based on visual interpretation. Engineers often rely on more complex processors to do this in the design, and in this episode Todd speaks with Louis Gobin, ST Micro's Product Marketing Engineer on if microcontrollers are catch…

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Generative AI for Dirty Jobs—The Next Industrial Revolution? 54:05

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Christopher Savoie, the founder and CEO of Zapata Computing, has had a fascinating career journey. After beginning as a young programmer working with early computers, he switched gears to immunology and biophysics in Japan and is now founding AI companies. Along the way, he was also involved in creating the foundational technology for Apple Siri, w…

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Justin Myers 13:55

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In the final episode of season 5, Justin Myers joins the show. Justin shares how he created the new connectionmanager library for networking in CircuitPython. Follow the show on Mastodon or Bluesky for news of when the show will return. Show Notes 00:00 Intro 00:21 Justin’s start with computers 1:11 Discovering electronics 2:15 Discovering CircuitP…

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Investing In The Edge: A VC Panel from AUSTIN 2025 42:43

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Send us a text Support the show Learn more about the EDGE AI FOUNDATION - edgeaifoundation.orgBy EDGE AI FOUNDATION

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The Pipeline Is Stalling: America's Declining Innovation Edge 13:41

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America's innovation pipeline stands at a dangerous crossroads. Federal research funding has dropped 10% in real terms over the past decade, traditional public-private collaboration models are fragmenting, and barriers to international talent continue to rise. These challenges threaten the three-pillar foundation that has powered American technolog…

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Powering Progress: Silicon Carbide's Impact on Embedded Designs 18:06

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New technology, new material are coming into the market, helping customers speed up their development, while getting better performance, higher efficiency and higher power density. In this episode of our special Executive Insights series, host Ricardo Gallura speaks with Clayton Pillon, Vice President of SiC Business Unit at Microchip about how Sil…

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Episode 023 - FIRST Robotics and Generational Influences in Engineering; part 2-of-2 26:40

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The relationship between generations often shapes the trajectory of careers, with parents serving as role models, mentors, and sources of inspiration for their sons and daughters. Whether through direct guidance, inherited talent, or the values instilled during upbringing, the influence of one generation on the next can lead to extraordinary achiev…

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Cooper Dalrymple 24:35

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Cooper Dalrymple, who recently was a guest on the Audio Effects Panel Discussion, joins the show. He shares how he got started with electronics, his music background, what’s next for CircuitPython’s audio effects, and more. 00:00 Welcome 00:26 Cooper’s start with computers and electronics 1:31 Discovering CircuitPython 5:57 Cooper’s music backgroun…

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Beyond the Edge - Analyst Insights at AUSTIN 2025 59:38

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What happens when four tech industry veterans sit down to dissect the future of Edge AI? A no-holds-barred conversation that cuts through the hype and delivers actionable insights for anyone working in this rapidly evolving field. The panelists tackle the burning question head-on: How can Edge AI avoid becoming the "box of cables in your garage" th…

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Episode 023 - FIRST Robotics and Generational Influences in Engineering; part 1-of-2 26:41

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The relationship between generations often shapes the trajectory of careers, with parents serving as role models, mentors, and sources of inspiration for their sons and daughters. Whether through direct guidance, inherited talent, or the values instilled during upbringing, the influence of one generation on the next can lead to extraordinary achiev…

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Dan Cooley of Silicon Labs - The 30 Billion Dollar Question: Can AI Truly Live on the Edge? 23:59

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Imagine a world where your smart glasses don't just identify objects but tell stories about what they see—all while running on a tiny battery without heating up. This cutting-edge vision is becoming reality as semiconductor companies tackle the monumental challenge of bringing generative AI capabilities from massive cloud data centers down to micro…

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Wired for Success: Navigating Interconnect in Embedded Systems 17:25

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In a world that talks more about wireless, there is still a need for a physical connection for most of our electronicss both for communication and power. Connectors and cabling remain a critical part of our designs, and that hard physical layer is challenged with needs to be more resilient, more capable, and cost effective. In this episode, Todd ta…

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Creating Next-Gen Microcontroller Developer Tools and Equipping the People Who Use Them 49:40

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In this interview, our Moore’s Lobby host, Daniel Bogdanoff, chats with Rodger Richey, Vice President of Development Tools and Academic Programs at Microchip Technology. Rodger shares how his passion for engineering began with childhood curiosity, dismantling and repairing devices like a microwave. Those early hands-on experiences laid the foundati…

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Designing Games for CircuitPython with Tim "foamyguy" Cocks 26:06

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Tim Cocks, better known as foamyguy in the Adafruit community, shares his experiences in designing games for CircuitPython. Tim and Paul also discuss some recent games Tim has worked on. 00:00 Intro 00:16 Tim’s start with computers 1:48 Discovering CircuitPython 8:16 Challenges designing games for microcontrollers 13:16 1D Chomper 15:44 Blinka Says…

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The Future of Domain-Specific AI Search Lies in Targeted Agent Systems 1:00:46

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Imagine your edge device having the ability to search for exactly what you need, exactly when you need it, without hallucinations or irrelevant information. That's the promise of Snipe Search's agent orchestration system, presented by co-founder Wassim Kezai in this eye-opening EDGE AI TALKS session. Most organizations struggle when implementing RA…

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Cleaning Our Oceans with Edge AI 58:47

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The crisis of ocean plastic pollution demands innovative solutions, and Brad's team at Ozone Technologies is answering the call with cutting-edge AI technology. Their collaboration with The Ocean Cleanup has yielded a remarkable system that's transforming how we detect and map marine debris. At the heart of this solution is ADIS (Autonomous Debris …

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Silicon Carbide Insight: Powering and Investing in Wide Band Gap 20:27

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So many applications where traditional silicon based device and wide band gap, silicon carbide and gallium nitride are widely implemented and used in among customers worldwide. In this episode of our Executive Insights series, host Ricardo Collura speaks with Angelo Rao- General Manager for Silicon Carbide and IGBT at ST Micro about the strategy an…

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Episode 022 - Space Power and the Greatest Selfie Ever Taken 37:18

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You’ve probably seen the photo. "Earthrise" is one of the most significant photographs in the history of human civilization, and certainly the most iconic in space exploration. Taken by astronaut William Anders during the Apollo 8 mission, the first crewed mission to orbit the Moon, on December 24, 1968, this photograph captured the imagination of …

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Audio Effects Panel Discussion 33:19

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Cooper Dalrymple, Jeff Epler, Mark Komus, and Tod Kurt join the show to discuss the new audio effects available in CircuitPython. 00:00 Welcome 00:19 Mark’s inspiration for adding audio effects 1:46 Mark’s drum gist 4:23 The new audio effects available in CircuitPython 8:02 LFOs 10:30 Synthio vs Audio Effects 11:36 MP3 Bass and Treble Control 12:48…

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Smart Chips, Big Dreams: How NXP is Changing the AI Game 58:31

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The artificial intelligence landscape is undergoing a fundamental shift – moving away from simply compressing cloud models to fit edge devices toward developing AI that's truly "born at the edge." Davis Sawyer, AI Product Marketing Manager at NXP Semiconductors, guides us through this transformation and reveals how NXP is revolutionizing the way in…

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Counting What Counts: How Edge AI is Saving Japan's Seafood Industry 59:18

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When SoftBank's team was approached by Japanese fishermen struggling with declining catches and inefficient practices, they knew technology could offer a solution. Their response: an innovative Edge AI system that transforms traditional aquaculture through sophisticated computer vision running directly on smartphones. Japan's fishing challenges are…

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Powering the Future: AI & Low-Power Embedded Processors 26:50

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Artificial Intelligence has changed the server industry over the last few years, and along with Machine Learning it's already making significant inroads into the embedded space with capabilities like voice recognition, object detection, and smart sensing. In this episode Todd welcomes Daniel Hou, Technical Marketing Engineer at NXP to discuss how t…