Best Neurotechnology Podcasts (2025)

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From Lab to Legislation and Startups: An Unconventional Neurocareer with Amanda Wiggins, PhD 1:06:53

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What does it look like to take a neuroscience degree far beyond the lab? In this episode, we explore a career path that crosses scientific research, government regulation, and biotech entrepreneurship with Dr. Amanda Wiggins, CEO of The cGP Lab. Amanda began her career investigating neurodegeneration and cortical spreading depression. Over time, he…

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From Lab to Legislation and Startups: An Unconventional Neurocareer with Amanda Wiggins, PhD 1:06:53

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What does it look like to take a neuroscience degree far beyond the lab? In this episode, we explore a career path that crosses scientific research, government regulation, and biotech entrepreneurship with Dr. Amanda Wiggins, CEO of The cGP Lab. Amanda began her career investigating neurodegeneration and cortical spreading depression. Over time, he…

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The Current State of Game Development with Alexander Silkin 44:27

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In this episode, Alexander Silkin, Co-Founder and CTO of Survios, shares his perspective on the current state of game development, drawing from his experience leading teams in immersive and interactive media. This episode will explore the practical realities of building games today—how trends, technology, and user expectations shape the process, an…

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Frederik Ceyssens and the ReVision Implant Team: Building a Visual Cortical Prosthesis to Restore Sight 46:46

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In this special on-location episode recorded in Leuven, Belgium, we sit down with the co-founders and technical leaders of ReVision Implant—Frederik Ceyssens (CEO), Maarten Schelles (CTO), and Laurens Goyvaerts (CSO). The team shares their journey developing a high-density, intracortical visual prosthesis aimed at restoring vision for the blind. Fr…

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Fiction as a Tool for Science Innovation, with Dante Terese, Author of The Base Series 1:24:31

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What if the key to tomorrow’s scientific and technological breakthroughs lies in today’s science fiction? In this special-format episode of Neurocareers: Doing the Impossible!, we step outside our typical interview structure to explore the power of imagination as a driving force behind scientific innovation. Our guest, Dante Therese—science fiction…

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Fiction as a Tool for Science Innovation, with Dante Terese, Author of The Base Series 1:24:31

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What if the key to tomorrow’s scientific and technological breakthroughs lies in today’s science fiction? In this special-format episode of Neurocareers: Doing the Impossible!, we step outside our typical interview structure to explore the power of imagination as a driving force behind scientific innovation. Our guest, Dante Therese—science fiction…

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Medtech Clinical Trials in Latin America & Career Paths with bioaccess® CEO Julio M Clark 58:14

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What if clinical trials could save lives and launch your global medtech career? What happens when you combine cutting-edge medical devices, international clinical trials, and a relentless drive to create real-world impact? Meet Julio M. Clark — CEO of bioaccess® and host of the LatAm MedTech Leaders podcast — who turned a one-man regulatory operati…

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Medtech Clinical Trials in Latin America & Career Paths with bioaccess® CEO Julio M Clark 58:14

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What if clinical trials could save lives and launch your global medtech career? What happens when you combine cutting-edge medical devices, international clinical trials, and a relentless drive to create real-world impact? Meet Julio M. Clark — CEO of bioaccess® and host of the LatAm MedTech Leaders podcast — who turned a one-man regulatory operati…

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Julio Martinez-Clark: Accelerating Clinical Trials Through Latin America with Bioaccess 36:50

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In this episode, we speak with Julio Martinez-Clark, CEO and co-founder of Bioaccess, a contract research organization helping Medtech and Biopharma startups slash months off their clinical timelines. With a focus on Latin America, Bioaccess enables early feasibility and first-in-human trials to be conducted faster, more affordably, and with high-q…

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Ultrasound Implant Against Glioblastoma: Disrupting the Blood-Brain Barrier with Michael Canney, PhD 58:48

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What does it take to challenge the deadliest brain tumors with sound waves? How do you scale a medtech startup into a multinational clinical company? And what advice can a top neuro-oncology innovator offer to those hoping to follow a similar path? Welcome to Neurocareers: Doing the Impossible! — The podcast where we explore the extraordinary journ…

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Ultrasound Implant Against Glioblastoma: Disrupting the Blood-Brain Barrier with Michael Canney, PhD 58:48

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What does it take to challenge the deadliest brain tumors with sound waves? How do you scale a medtech startup into a multinational clinical company? And what advice can a top neuro-oncology innovator offer to those hoping to follow a similar path? Welcome to Neurocareers: Doing the Impossible! — The podcast where we explore the extraordinary journ…

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One Impossible Idea: Why Pete Shadbolt left academia to build PsiQuantum 45:23

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What if you could take the most mysterious force in physics—and make it useful? In our final episode of this season of Wild Hearts, we sit down with Pete Shadbolt, co-founder of PsiQuantum, a company racing to build the world’s first utility-scale quantum computer. But this isn’t a conversation about quantum theory. It’s about execution. Engineerin…

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Vibe Coding & How AI is Revolutionizing the Developer Experience with Chris White 45:30

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In this conversation, we dive into the transformative world of AI assisted development with our special guest, Chris White. Together, we explore the concept of vibe coding, how AI is revolutionizing the developer experience, the challenges and opportunities it brings, and how to navigate this paradigm shift effectively. Join us as we unpack the emo…

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Connectomics in Pediatric Epilepsy: A Clinical Research Scientist’s Career with Puck Reeders, PhD 1:18:34

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How do you turn massive clinical imaging data into insights that change lives? What does it take to move from a psychology undergrad to a pioneering role in pediatric brain research? And how can coding, connectomics, and curiosity shape a meaningful clinical career in neuroscience? In this inspiring episode of Neurocareers: Doing the Impossible!, w…

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Connectomics in Pediatric Epilepsy: A Clinical Research Scientist’s Career with Puck Reeders, PhD 1:18:34

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How do you turn massive clinical imaging data into insights that change lives? What does it take to move from a psychology undergrad to a pioneering role in pediatric brain research? And how can coding, connectomics, and curiosity shape a meaningful clinical career in neuroscience? In this inspiring episode of Neurocareers: Doing the Impossible!, w…

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How Anna Guerrero is changing the way we cook 57:40

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What if planning dinner wasn’t a chore—but something you looked forward to? In this episode, Wild Hearts guest host, Silk Kadala - investor at Blackbird - chats with Anna Guerrero, founder of Clove, a beautifully designed cooking app that’s reimagining how we cook at home. You might know Anna from her nine years scaling the creator marketplace at C…

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Launching Iconic Tech Companies in Australia with Kate Vale (ex-Google & Spotify) 42:18

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What’s it like to be employee number one at two of the most iconic tech companies of the past two decades? In this episode of Wild Hearts, guest host and investor at Blackbird, Maddy Guest sits down with Kate Vale; Google and Spotify’s first hire in Australia. From launching Google out of her lounge room to scaling Spotify into a household name, Ka…

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From Hobby to Startup: Pi-EEG and Neurotech Education Tools with Ildar Rakhmatulin, PhD 1:03:45

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How does a personal passion project turn into a groundbreaking neurotech startup? In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Ildar Rakhmatulin to explore his remarkable journey from academia to entrepreneurship — and how a global chip shortage sparked the creation of Pi-EEG, a Raspberry Pi-based BCI device that’s transforming neuroscience education. Dis…

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From Hobby to Startup: Pi-EEG and Neurotech Education Tools with Ildar Rakhmatulin, PhD 1:03:45

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How does a personal passion project turn into a groundbreaking neurotech startup? In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Ildar Rakhmatulin to explore his remarkable journey from academia to entrepreneurship — and how a global chip shortage sparked the creation of Pi-EEG, a Raspberry Pi-based BCI device that’s transforming neuroscience education. Dis…

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LIVE from Sunrise Australia: How Alex Zaccaria Reclaimed Linktree’s Vision and Culture 36:18

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What happens when a side project becomes a platform used by over 75 million people—yet the founder feels like they’re losing control of it? In this special live episode of Wild Hearts , Linktree co-founder and CEO Alex Zaccaria joins Mason Yates on stage at Sunrise Australia to unpack the messy, inspiring story behind one of Australia’s most iconic…

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From burnout to balance: lessons in product, writing and culture with Harry Flett. 1:05:49

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What makes a team thrive? According to Harry Flett, it's not just strategy or shipping speed; it’s how you make people feel. In the latest Operator episode of Wild Hearts, Harry, VP of Product, takes us behind the scenes at Tracksuit, where high-output product culture meets silliness, storytelling, and some surprisingly heartfelt moments. We explor…

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Curiosity, Leadership, and the Science of PTSD: Career Lessons from Prof. Deborah Beidel 1:21:02

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How can innovative technologies like VR and neuromodulation improve how we understand and treat PTSD? How can curiosity and leadership open doors in neuroscience and mental health? What does it take to build a meaningful career impacting millions? In this inspiring episode of Neurocareers: Doing the Impossible!, Dr. Milena Korostenskaja (Dr. K) sit…

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Curiosity, Leadership, and the Science of PTSD: Career Lessons from Prof. Deborah Beidel 1:21:02

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How can innovative technologies like VR and neuromodulation improve how we understand and treat PTSD? How can curiosity and leadership open doors in neuroscience and mental health? What does it take to build a meaningful career impacting millions? In this inspiring episode of Neurocareers: Doing the Impossible!, Dr. Milena Korostenskaja (Dr. K) sit…

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The World of Technology and Electric Utilities with Jai Jayaraman 45:04

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In this episode, Chris Daden sits down with Jai Jayaraman to dive into the world of technology and electric utilities. Jai is a solutions delivery manager at a mid-sized engineering firm, with more than 20 years leading the charge in technologies and utilities. We'll explore the entire utility value chain from generation to distribution and unpack …

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The intersection of marketing, product, and creativity with George Howes from Magic Brief 1:00:05

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The internet is drowning in ‘slop’- and George Howes has a fix. The former creative lead at Eucalyptus believes the solution to this ‘creative problem’ starts with a feedback loopand ends with a new kind of intelligence. After leading one of Australia’s fastest-growing startups through a wave of performance marketing breakthroughs, George walked aw…

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Nathan Piland of Nunex: From Medtech Concept to Commercialization 42:41

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In this episode of the Neural Implant Podcast, we’re joined by Nathan Piland, CEO of Nunex, a consulting firm that specializes in helping MedTech companies navigate the complex journey from concept to commercialization. With over two decades of experience across regulatory strategy, product development, and market access, Nathan shares invaluable i…

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Why Australia’s defence needs tech founders: Vu Tran of Black Sky Industries on building missiles with a startup mindset. 1:01:23

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What motivates a founder to shift from building a billion-dollar edtech unicorn to manufacturing missiles? And what happens when your career becomes a response to something deeply personal — the kind of world your kids might grow up in? Vu Tran is a doctor, a co-founder of Go1, and now the co-founder of Black Sky Industries — Australia’s first scal…

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Maurits Ortmanns: Advancements in ASIC Design for Neurotech Implants 42:50

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In this episode, we welcome Prof. Dr.-Ing. Maurits Ortmanns, a leading expert in ASIC design and professor at the University of Ulm, Germany. With a distinguished career in microelectronics, Dr. Ortmanns has contributed extensively to the development of integrated circuits for biomedical applications. He shares insights into the critical role of AS…

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Eugene Daneshvar: Navigating Neurotech IP with Fairer Pricing and Entrepreneurial Spirit 34:22

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In this episode of the Neural Implant Podcast, we welcome Dr. Eugene Daneshvar, founder of Black Swan Intellectual Property (BSIP), a boutique law firm specializing in intellectual property for neurotech and medtech innovations. With a background in biomedical engineering and law, Eugene has a unique perspective on protecting the cutting-edge ideas…

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The Evolving Role of AI Across Design, Data Science, & Business Operations 58:27

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In this episode, Chris Daden sits down with Dan, Walt, and Laura to discuss the evolving role of AI across design, data science, and business operations. We look at how AI is changing the way teams collaborate, what the biggest misconceptions are in the business world, and how we balance AI efficiency with human creativity.…

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Scaling Heidi in the US: Lessons in product, people and persistence. 1:06:10

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What happens when you pack a carry-on, fly across the world, and try to scale a healthcare startup in one of the world’s toughest markets? In the latest episode from our Operator series of Wild Hearts, we sit down with Jesse Creighton, Director (US), Heidi Health. Jesse shares what it really looked like to launch the company’s American expansion — …

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From Impossible to Obvious: OpenStar’s Fast-Track Approach to Fusion 52:30

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What does it take to achieve nuclear fusion in less time than it takes to build a traditional power plant prototype? In this episode of Wild Hearts, we’re joined by Ratu Mataira, CEO of OpenStar, a company that just hit the crucial "first plasma" milestone in a staggering 16 months. We unpack the misconceptions surrounding fusion, the unique design…

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Neuroscience Alliance at UCF with Sudeepta Matha, Andrei Nesterenko, Mae Torra, Charisse Melendez, & Prof. Kiminobu Sugaya 1:32:39

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How can you take your career growth into your own hands? In this episode of Neurocareers: Doing the Impossible!, we’re diving into a story of initiative, inspiration, and empowerment led by the students of the Neuroscience Alliance at the University of Central Florida (UCF). Faced with a desire to expand their educational and career opportunities, …

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Neuroscience Alliance at UCF with Sudeepta Matha, Andrei Nesterenko, Mae Torra, Charisse Melendez, & Prof. Kiminobu Sugaya 1:32:39

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How can you take your career growth into your own hands? In this episode of Neurocareers: Doing the Impossible!, we’re diving into a story of initiative, inspiration, and empowerment led by the students of the Neuroscience Alliance at the University of Central Florida (UCF). Faced with a desire to expand their educational and career opportunities, …

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Breaking barriers in neurotechnology: The future of brain-computer interfaces 50:31

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How do you take a scientific hunch and turn it into a breakthrough that could change medicine forever? In this episode of Wild Hearts, we sit down with Elise Jenkins, co-founder of Opto Biosystems, to discuss the journey of building a first-in-class brain implant that merges neurotechnology with oncology. 🎧 Subscribe on Apple or Spotify to learn. W…