Comedy, Improvisation, and strange, but cool interviews, are all bundled into one weekly podcast. Steve and Jeff have been friends for more than 50 years, funny since 2022. Enjoy the "Malk Show" (mock talk show) and visit www.steveandjeff.com to find out more. www.steveandjeff.com
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The Business of Manufacturing Podcast explores the cutting-edge trends, disruptive technologies, and strategic insights shaping today’s manufacturing world. Join us for in-depth discussions on digital transformation, advanced robotics, 3D printing advancements, market growth opportunities, and critical business strategies. Perfect for industry professionals, business leaders, and anyone passionate about the future of global production.
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From Alloy.ai, Shelf Life gives leaders across the consumer goods industry a forum their expertise on the urgent topics facing companies today. Their insights will help you drive growth across your retail and ecommerce business, and grow your career — whether you're in Sales, Supply Chain, Marketing or Finance. Learn more at Alloy.ai/podcast
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Listen to articles handpicked by our editors, and stay updated on top technology news from TechCrunch.
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As a female founder/ CEO-turned-investor, I have a personal passion to invest in more women in the top seat of companies. More women leading companies means that there are more products and teams that have a fundamentally different perspective, which leads to better social, economic, and financial outcomes. So we're excited to share The Restive Perspective, where I tell the stories of female CEOs and the journeys they took to launch their companies. This isn’t your typical business profile s ...
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Join host Fabian Alefeld and a range of guests as they discuss all things additive manufacturing (AM) and 3D printing news, with interviews and real-world stories to educate and entertain. Each episode, Fabian talks to AM experts, professionals in specialist fields, and 3D printing users from all walks of life to deliver a well-rounded view on the state of AM. Cut through the confusion surrounding polymer and metal additive manufacturing solutions with our digestible, down-to-earth discussio ...
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How do you build a company from scratch? How do you take an idea and turn yourself into a founder? Find out from those who’ve already taken the plunge and are in the weeds of entrepreneurship. Every Tuesday, hosts Becca Szuktak and Dominic-Madori Davis interview founders on their origins, product roadmaps, funding efforts — and how they grow from failures. Found is produced by Maggie Stamets
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Meta launches super PAC to fight AI regulation as state policies mount, also Alloy is bringing data management to the robotics industry
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7:09Meta has raised the stakes in Big Tech’s fight against AI regulation. The Facebook-maker is investing “tens of millions” of dollars into a new super PAC to fight state-level tech policy proposals that could stifle AI advancement, reports Axios. Also, Sydney, Australia-based Alloy thinks it can help with that issue: the startup is building data infr…
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Y Combinator launches “Early Decision” for students who want to graduate first, build later
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6:01For decades, Silicon Valley has valorized the college dropout. Founders like Bill Gates, Steve Jobs, and Mark Zuckerberg left school early to build companies and they became billionaires. That ethos was later institutionalized through initiatives like the Thiel Fellowship, which famously pays promising students $100,000 to leave college and start c…
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The provided sources discuss advanced manufacturing techniques and their applications within the industry. One primary source, an article from advancedmanufacturing.org, highlights Honda's increased adoption of metal 3D printing technology for creating intricate and lightweight parts in various sectors, including automotive and aerospace, while als…
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Trump admin wants 10% stake in American lithium miner that sells to GM; plus YouTube now lets you hide recommendation pop-ups at the end of videos
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4:06In exchange for renegotiating the repayment period of a two point two six billion dollars Department of Energy loan, the Trump administration is asking for as much as 10% equity in Lithium Americas, a company in which GM is a major investor. YouTube will finally allow you to hide the pop-up recommendations that appear at the end of videos, the comp…
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🤔 Manufacturing Outlook: Optimism Amidst Contraction and Tariffs
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11:27The provided text explores the current state of the manufacturing sector, presenting a mixed picture of both challenges and emerging optimism. While macroeconomic factors like low job growth, sluggish consumer spending, and tariff concerns have created a challenging environment, some executives are reporting positive indicators. Leaders from compan…
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How Al Gore used AI to track 660M polluters; plus, UK police arrest man linked to ransomware attack
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4:46Former Vice President Al Gore’s latest project gives polluters nowhere to hide. Climate Trace, a non-profit that Gore co-founded, launched a tool Wednesday that uses AI to track fine particulate pollution from more than 660 million sources worldwide. Also, the U.K.’s National Crime Agency said on Wednesday that a man was arrested in connection to t…
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SpaceX boasts an impressive alumni list. Some have gone on to found the sector’s biggest startups; others become astronauts
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6:52NASA unveiled its 2025 astronaut class this week, and two familiar names popped out: Anna Menon and Yuri Kubo. Both spent more than a decade at SpaceX, where they played critical roles in the company’s rise to the behemoth it is today. In other news, while many vibe coding startups have become unicorns, with valuations in the billions, one …
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🏭 Reshoring's Challenge: Building a Skilled U.S. Manufacturing Workforce
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12:00The provided sources primarily discuss advanced manufacturing and the challenges facing the U.S. industry, particularly in the context of reshoring efforts. One source, an article from AdvancedManufacturing.org, highlights the critical need for skilled workers to support the return of manufacturing jobs to the U.S., emphasizing training, upskilling…
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Pure Oats: The Gluten-Free Farming Revolution
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16:10The provided text features excerpts from an article titled "Pure Oats: The Gluten-Free Farming Revolution" and a brief mention of "The Business of Manufacturing Podcast." The article focuses on Glebe Farm Foods, a company specializing in 100% gluten-free oat farming and manufacturing. It highlights the challenges of preventing gluten cross-contamin…
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The Oakland Ballers let an AI manage the team. What could go wrong?
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6:07The Oakland Ballers, an independent Pioneer League baseball team, took that concept of “playing the percentages” to the next level: they let an AI manage the team for a game. The Ballers were founded by edtech entrepreneur Paul Freedman as a salve to the departure of the beloved Oakland A’s, the Major League baseball team that owner John Fisher rip…
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Trump says Lachlan and Rupert Murdoch might invest in TikTok deal, also, Google isn’t kidding around about cost cutting
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6:28The Trump administration has been talking up a potential TikTok deal this weekend, with President Donald Trump telling Fox News on Sunday that Rupert Murdoch and his son Lachlan are “probably” going to be involved. Also, Google is ending its enterprise subscription to the Financial Times, and it’s not the only enterprise media subscription on the c…
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Send us a text Not only were our hosts simulated on an interview show they don't remember doing, but they learned that their show had been scammed by season after season of fake guests. Oh, they were real guests, they just weren't really who...well, if you listen to the episode you'll get it. Their cynicism melted just enough to bring on the host o…
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Mastodon has a new plan to make money: Hosting and support services for the open social web
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4:00Mastodon, the non-profit organization that maintains the software powering the decentralized alternative to social networks like Threads and X, has a new plan to make money. Instead of relying entirely on donations and grants as before, the company announced Friday that it will now offer paid hosting, moderation, and support services for organizati…
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Reimagining of digital efficiency within manufacturing
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14:52The provided source emphasizes the reimagining of digital efficiency within manufacturing, particularly focusing on the frontline workforce. It argues that while many organizations have invested in digital tools, the true opportunity lies in how these tools are utilized by people, how information flows, and how teams respond. The article highlights…
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US government charges British teenager accused of at least 120 ‘Scattered Spider’ hacks; plus, OpenAI’s research on AI models deliberately lying is wild
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9:56The U.S. Department of Justice on Thursday unsealed federal charges against British teenager Thalha Jubair, who prosecutors accuse of being involved in at least 120 cyberattacks, including the U.S. Courts system, and the extortion of dozens of U.S. companies. In other news, Every now and then, researchers at the biggest tech companies drop a bombsh…
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Nvidia buys $5 billion stake in Intel, planning AI chip collaboration, also,Bumble BFF’s revamped app is here, focusing on friend groups
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5:55Nvidia has agreed to buy a $5 billion stake in Intel as part of a broader deal to together develop “multiple generations” of data center and PC products. Also, With friendship apps continuing to gain popularity, Bumble announced on Wednesday the relaunch of its Bumble For Friends app. With younger generations seeking to expand their social circles,…
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💡 Rita Crompton: Inventor Licensing and Radio Host
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12:18This episode overview of Rita Crompton, known as America's Inventor Lady, highlighting her multifaceted role in assisting inventors. It explains her primary work as a licensing agent, where she helps inventors "rent" their patents to bring consumer products to market without upfront fees, receiving compensation only upon a successful deal. The text…
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The launch of Koslow Scientific's new Alloy Ranger TE-4000, a portable alloy testing instrument
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14:57The provided texts consist of a press release from AdvancedManufacturing.org announcing the launch of Koslow Scientific's new Alloy Ranger TE-4000, a portable alloy testing instrument that utilizes thermoelectric principles for non-destructive material identification. This source also includes extensive navigational elements and other articles from…
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Amazon launches AI agent to help sellers complete tasks and manage their businesses, also, Lyft and Waymo are partnering to bring robotaxis to Nashville
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5:22Amazon announced on Wednesday that it’s introducing an always-on AI agent that will help sellers on its platform run their businesses. The company is updating Seller Assistant, its AI tool for third-party sellers, to help handle tasks on the seller’s behalf. Waymo has struck a deal with ride-hailing company Lyft to launch a robotaxi service in Nash…
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The primary source details how AI-powered robots are being used by Cosmic Building and ABB to reconstruct homes in wildfire-damaged Southern California communities. These mobile robotic microfactories significantly accelerate the construction process and reduce costs by 30%, using non-combustible materials and sustainable systems that surpass Calif…
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Sonair built its 3D ultrasonic sensor with robotic safety in mind, and Terra Oleo’s oil-producing microbes could replace destructive palm oil plantations
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8:39As robots increasingly enter human spaces, robotics companies will need to think about safety differently than they did when robots were largely siloed from their human counterparts. Sonair thinks its sensors can help robotics companies reach their safety goals — with a solution that is both better and cheaper than popular LIDAR technology. Also, W…
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Silicon Valley bets big on ‘environments’ to train AI agents
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12:03For years, Big Tech CEOs have touted visions of AI agents that can autonomously use software applications to complete tasks for people. But take today’s consumer AI agents out for a spin, whether it’s OpenAI’s ChatGPT Agent or Perplexity’s Comet, and you’ll quickly realize how limited the technology still is. Making AI agents more robust may take a…
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Calm launches standalone iOS app for sleep support, also, Google launches new protocol for agent-driven purchases
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6:40Calm is launching a new standalone app for more personalized sleep support, the company announced on Tuesday. The new Calm Sleep app is available on iOS and is designed to help people wind down, sleep better, and wake up refreshed. On Tuesday, Google announced a new open protocol for purchases initiated by AI agents — automated software programs th…
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