Best Chris Reed Directors Podcasts (2025)

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254: From Steel City to Robotics Powerhouse: Pittsburgh’s Industrial Legacy featuring Jay Douglass, COO of ARM Institute 37:42

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Before Silicon Valley, there was Pittsburgh in the early 1900s. Young entrepreneurs with serious capital flocked to the city, creating industries from the ground up. Plate glass. Oil drilling. Vulcanized rubber. Steel processes that would literally build America's skyline. But today, something incredible is happening in the Steel City again. The sa…

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Pat Doyle - 2026 ABCA/Wilson Lefty Gomez Award 1:08:54

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This week on the ABCA Podcast, we’re joined by Pat Doyle, the distinguished recipient of the 2026 ABCA/Wilson Lefty Gomez Award. Named after the legendary Lefty Gomez, this honor is presented annually to an individual who has made significant contributions to baseball locally, nationally, and internationally—and Doyle’s career epitomizes that stand…

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253: Rapid Execution in Industrial Automation: From FEED Study to Recommissioning in Five Months featuring Cassy Gardner and Chris Schleich of E Tech Group 35:48

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Manufacturers know that automation is table stakes in 2025, and yet it’s still a bit of an afterthought for some. You'd think something that can make or break a facility would be everyone’s number one priority. And as you'll hear in this episode, overlooking automation can sometimes have disastrous consequences. In this episode, we sit down with Ca…

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Oscar Reed - Recruiting Coordinator, Alcorn State University 1:00:20

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Joining us this week on the ABCA Podcast is Oscar Reed, Recruiting Coordinator and Pitching Coach at Alcorn State University. Reed joined the Braves’ staff this summer after two seasons at Alvin Junior College, continuing a coaching career that has spanned high school, junior college, travel baseball, and now the NCAA Division I level. Reed’s path …

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252: Adaptive Production, Resilient Manufacturing, and "Lightbulb Moments" in AI featuring Chris Stevens, SVP and GM of US Automation Business, Siemens Digital Industries 46:18

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Manufacturers (not just the guys on the shop floor, but the C-suite behind them) are on a race to the finish line when it comes to automation. Most of us by now are pretty familiar with how AI and automation can play a role in manufacturing. But it looks like we’re heading to the next stage… In this episode, we hear from Chris Stevens, the SVP & GM…

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Jake Ratz - Minor League Hitting Coach, Baltimore Orioles 59:42

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Baltimore Orioles Minor League Hitting Coach, Jake Ratz, joins the ABCA Podcast this week. Ratz joined the Orioles Organization in December of 2022 coaching in the Dominican Summer League. This past season Ratz coached in the Florida Coast League. Ratz got his coaching start collegiately where he started his collegiate playing career at Ellsworth C…

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SMSF NS 131: The latest ATO warnings on SMSF’s 20:08

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In this episode, we discussed the latest ATO warnings on SMSF’s. Hosted by Chris Reed: SMSF Specialist Advisor, Director of Business Concepts Group, CPA-Financial Planning SpecialistBy Chris Reed: Certified Practicing Accountant (CPA), FPS and SMSF Specialist Advisor, Director of Business Concepts Group

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NV162: Business Succession Planning 15:25

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In our latest episode, we discussed Business Succession Planning. Hosted by Sarah Power: Director of Business Concepts Group, Financial Planner and AccountantBy Sarah Power: Director of Business Concepts Group, Financial Planner and Accountant

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251: What is a Corporate Venture Studio? An Interview with Joel Reed, President of Premier Labs 33:11

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We just can’t stay away from Pittsburgh’s robotics scene! So we’re back, this time turning the spotlight on the business and startup angle with Premier Labs. Premier Labs is a corporate venture studio, a relatively new model that changes how technology comes to market. President Joel Reed joins the episode to give real examples and explanations abo…

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John Vodenlich - ABCA/ATEC NCAA Div. III Coach of the Year, UW-Whitewater 57:43

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This week on the ABCA Podcast, we’re joined by John Vodenlich, head coach at the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater, member of the 2024 ABCA Hall of Fame Class, and the 2025 ABCA/ATEC NCAA Div. III Coach of the Year. Vodenlich has turned UW-Whitewater into a perennial powerhouse, leading the Warhawks to three national championships (2005, 2014, 202…

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250: How to Uncover Your "Hidden Factory" and Extract More Value from the Plant Floor featuring Tri Tech Automation 51:15

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As manufacturers are under pressure to do more with less and somehow fill roles in an increasingly smaller talent pool, unlocking your “hidden factory” could be the solution. To celebrate episode 250, Chris Luecke returns home to St. Louis to meet with some of his early career mentors from Rockwell Automation – now heading up Tri Tech Automation. R…

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John Knott - ABCA/ATEC Pacific Association Coach of the Year, Mt. SAC 1:01:48

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Next up on the ABCA Podcast, we’re highlighting another of our ABCA/ATEC Coaches of the Year with John Knott, head coach at Mount San Antonio College and the 2025 ABCA/ATEC Pacific Association Division Coach of the Year. Knott guided Mt. SAC to a historic season in 2025, capturing the 3C2A Championship for the first time in 60 years. The Mounties f…

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Ahmir "Questlove" Thompson 1:26:27

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Drummer, DJ, producer, Oscar-winning documentary director, composer and musical director Ahmir “Questlove” Thompson joins SCORE from John Mayer’s private writing room at Henson Recording Studios! Ahmir discusses the absolutely bonkers music mashup from 50 years of Saturday Night Live, featured in his Emmy-nominated documentary LADIES & GENTLEMEN: 5…

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BONUS: How is the Manufacturing Industry Doing Halfway through 2025? Recorded at Hexagon LIVE 2025 28:05

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What happens when you put five podcasters in a room together at one of the biggest events of the year for innovative industrial tech? A super broad view of what’s happening in the industry and what we’ve got to look forward to. Recorded live from Hexagon’s 2025 event, we welcomed four friends of Manufacturing Happy Hour, returning to the show to ta…

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Jim Koerner - Director of Player Development, USA Baseball 1:09:23

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This week on the ABCA Podcast, we’re joined by Jim Koerner, USA Baseball’s Director of Player Development. In his role, Koerner oversees on-field programming for six national teams and three national development programs. Since taking over the position in 2021, Koerner has brought a wealth of coaching experience from his time leading and assisting …

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249: Why Pittsburgh has been Successful Commercializing Robotics with Jennifer Apicella, Executive Director of the Pittsburgh Robotics Network 49:23

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Pittsburgh’s success in the robotics space didn’t happen overnight. It’s been over 40 years in the making, with education, business, and new innovations all coming together to make the city one of the big robotics hubs alongside Boston and San Francisco. The Pittsburgh Robotics Network has been a key player in that success, giving individuals, comp…

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Joe Giummule - ABCA/ATEC High School Div. I Coach of the Year, Jupiter HS (FL) 1:03:26

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Next up on the ABCA Podcast, we spotlight another ABCA/ATEC Coach of the Year—Joe Giummule, head coach at Jupiter High School (FL) and the 2025 ABCA/ATEC High School Division I Coach of the Year. In his first season at Jupiter, Giummule led the Warriors all the way to the Florida Class 7A state championship game, falling just short in a tight 3-2 b…

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The State of Robotics in 2025: Live from the Robotics Summit & Expo in Boston, MA 17:49

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What will it take to get humanoid robots out of the experimental phase and into our daily lives? A lot of us always dreamed of having our own C-3PO at the ready, but how close are we really? Well, it’s a little more complicated than simply getting them on a production line. If we want robots to make an appearance not just in the manufacturing space…

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John Murphy & David Fleming (Superman) 1:12:03

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Superstar composers John Murphy and David Fleming finally enter the same room (you read that correctly) after an unusual but groundbreaking experience co-composing the score for James Gunn’s SUPERMAN. How John’s electric guitar-focused approach (he writes themes on a zany guitar he named Ned Flanders) harnessed the majesty of John Williams’ iconic …

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Josh Raney - ABCA/ATEC High School Div. III Coach of the Year, Blanchard (OK) High School 1:01:32

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This week on the ABCA Podcast, we continue highlighting our ABCA/ATEC Coaches of the Year with Josh Raney, head coach at Blanchard High School (OK) and the 2025 ABCA/ATEC High School Division III National Coach of the Year. Raney has been at the helm for 19 seasons and has built one of the premier programs in Oklahoma high school baseball. His Blan…

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SMSF NS: 130 The new financial year – lodgements, valuations and related party transactions 17:40

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In this episode, we discussed the new financial year – lodgements, valuations and related party transactions. Hosted by Chris Reed: SMSF Specialist Advisor, Director of Business Concepts Group, CPA-Financial Planning SpecialistBy Chris Reed: Certified Practicing Accountant (CPA), FPS and SMSF Specialist Advisor, Director of Business Concepts Group

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NV161: ATO debts – what are the options 16:49

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In our latest episode, we discussed ATO debts and what are your options. Hosted by Sarah Power: Director of Business Concepts Group, Financial Planner and AccountantBy Sarah Power: Director of Business Concepts Group, Financial Planner and Accountant

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248: Reindustrialization and Building in the Midwest with Chris Nolte, Co-Founder of Bloom 55:14

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The reindustrialization movement is fully underway, and cities like Detroit are leading the charge. But how do we accelerate the timescale it takes to get America back to the ‘golden days’ of manufacturing? The key, as you’ll hear in this episode, isn’t to keep looking back at the past. It’s to use the tools and resources we have today with a healt…

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Chris Roof - ABCA/ATEC High School Div. II Coach of the Year, Governor Livingston HS (NJ) 1:21:56

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It’s that time of year on the ABCA Podcast when we spotlight our ABCA/ATEC Coaches of the Year, and this week we’re joined by Chris Roof, the 2025 ABCA/ATEC High School Division II Coach of the Year. Roof has served as head coach at Governor Livingston High School (NJ) for the past 25 years and has built a powerhouse program in the Garden State. Af…

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247: Lessons from a Serial Entrepreneur: Mark DeSantis on Startups, Robotics, and Commercializing Tech 1:05:19

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What if accepting failure was the key to entrepreneurial success? Mark DeSantis has built and sold multiple companies over the years and like any entrepreneurial journey, it’s been a mixture of ups and downs, failures and successes. But in this episode, we hear that acknowledging the possibility of failure is what gave him the courage to keep on go…

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Zach Sorensen - Mental Performance Coach, Cincinnati Reds 1:28:56

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Joining us this week on the ABCA Podcast is Zach Sorensen, Mental Performance Coach for the Cincinnati Reds. A former three-time All-American at Wichita State and second-round MLB Draft pick by the Cleveland Guardians, Sorensen brings a unique perspective shaped by his own professional playing career and his deep passion for helping athletes master…

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246: automatica 2025: Exploring Innovation, Robotics, and Startups Across Bavaria, Germany, and Europe 1:24:30

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You’ll want to grab yourself a pilsner for this episode. Manufacturing Happy Hour heads overseas to sample some fine German beer in the city of Munich…and we also headed to automatica 2025 while we were there. Europe’s biggest AI and automation event is a must-visit if you can get over there. But if not, this episode has you covered. Between event …

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Clint Hurdle - Hitting & Bench Coach, Colorado Rockies 1:11:06

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This week on the ABCA Podcast, we sit down with Clint Hurdle, longtime MLB manager and current hitting and bench coach for the Colorado Rockies. Hurdle has been part of professional baseball since 1977, serving the game as a player, coach, and manager over the past five decades. Hurdle spent 17 seasons as a Major League manager—leading both the Col…

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245: A Grassroots Approach to Shaping the Future of American Industry with Bret Boyd, CEO of Sustainment 56:14

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You might be surprised to learn what the biggest challenge manufacturers say they’re facing right now. The talent gap comes up a lot on this podcast, but early survey findings from the New American Industrial Alliance (NAIA), show that “access to capital” is really what holds most mid-market manufacturers back. In this episode, we sit down with the…

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Brad Neffendorf - Head Coach, LSU Shreveport 1:09:12

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This week on the ABCA Podcast, we’re joined by Brad Neffendorf, head coach of LSU Shreveport, who just led his program to a historic and unprecedented season. Under Neffendorf’s leadership, the Pilots went a perfect 59-0, capturing the first national title in school history. It marked the third NAIA World Series appearance for Shreveport during Nef…

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244: Automate LIVE 2025: Warehousing Innovations, AI at the Edge, and Interoperability 42:09

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“The hardest part of robotics isn't actually doing robotics. It's providing a solution that solves a real customer problem.” Melonee Wise’s quote from this episode is a good summary of what we talk about in this episode – practical, real-world applications of the technology we see hyped. Robotics, AMRs, humanoid robots, automation, AI – all of thes…

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243: Inside Automate 2025: Robotics, Automation Trends, and Expert Insights from Automate LIVE 41:44

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Welcome to Part 1 of our two-part Automate 2025 recap series. In this episode, we dive into current trends in automation and robotics, including cobots, open operating systems, and more. The interviews were recorded as part of A3's Automate LIVE series of interviews and include insights from the following industry leaders: Jerry Perez, FANUC Americ…

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Dave Serrano - Head Coach, Johnson University 1:06:52

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We’re back to one-on-one interviews this week on the ABCA Podcast with a true coaching veteran—Dave Serrano, head coach at Johnson University and one of the most respected baseball minds in the game. Serrano’s journey through college baseball spans over three decades and includes stops at some of the game’s premier programs: Tennessee, Cal State Fu…

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242: Industrial History and the Low-Carbon Economy of the Future with Ted Fertik, VP of Manufacturing & Industrial Policy at BlueGreen Alliance 50:57

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When we talk about building a more productive and competitive manufacturing industry, talk of AI, automation, and other new tech usually crops up. But let’s not forget the basics – the way we power, staff, and build sustainable practices. That stuff’s also important. We’re in an era of transformation right now, but it’s definitely not the first tim…

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NCAA Div. II World Series Head Coaches 1:05:50

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This week on the ABCA Podcast, we recorded in Cary, North Carolina at the NCAA Division II World Series. We sat down with all eight head coaches who led their teams to this year’s championship stage to discuss postseason preparation, team culture, and the experience of competing at the highest level in Division II baseball. Featured in this episode…

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BONUS: Automatica 2025 Preview: Inside Germany’s Premier Automation & Robotics Showcase 15:07

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Get ready for a front-row seat to Europe’s biggest automation event! In this bonus episode of Manufacturing Happy Hour, host Chris Luecke and Jake Hall – The Manufacturing Millennial – share their excitement and preview what’s ahead at Automatica 2025, taking place June 24–27 in Munich, Germany. Chris and Jake discuss: What makes German manufacturi…

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241: How NVIDIA and AI Agents Are Transforming Industrial Automation with Alvin Clark 36:06

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We’re seeing a huge leap in potential when it comes to what AI can accomplish in industrial settings. Not only can it catch errors, it can provide intelligent insights to prevent them in the first place, reduce waste, save costs, and improve processes. Recorded live from Automate 2025, we sat down with Alvin Clark, Senior AI Engineer at NVIDIA, to …

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NJCAA Div. III World Series Head Coaches 1:32:15

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This week on the ABCA Podcast, we bring you a special episode recorded on location at the NJCAA Division III World Series in Auburn, New York. We sat down with all eight head coaches competing for a national title to talk about their programs, postseason preparation, and what it means to be part of one of the most competitive events in junior colle…

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240: How AI Agents are Revolutionizing Safety and Operations in Manufacturing with Dunchadhn Lyons of Spot AI 24:04

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Imagine having a tireless teammate watching your back 24/7, never missing a beat when it comes to keeping you safe. That’s exactly what AI agents in manufacturing are capable of today. Spot AI uses cameras and AI agents to spot safety issues, send alerts, and collect data that can improve safety training in the future. Yes, a human could do all tha…

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Finneas O’Connell (Disclaimer) 1:10:26

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Oscar and Grammy-winning songwriter and composer Finneas O’Connell breaks down his journey into film composing and working with Oscar winning director Alfonso Cuarón on the hit miniseries DISCLAIMER. Finneas dives into his work with Billie Eilish and how it led to meeting Cuarón, the frightening first steps and self doubt of getting started (VENGEA…

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Belmont Abbey NCAA Div. II Regional Coaches 55:12

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This week on the ABCA Podcast, we bring you an episode recorded on location during the NCAA Division II Regional hosted at Belmont Abbey College in North Carolina. We sat down with the four head coaches who were leading their programs through postseason play and captured their insights right in the heart of the action. Featured in this episode: Ada…

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NV160: Tax time common mistakes 21:24

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In our latest episode, we discuss common mistakes made during tax time. Hosted by Sarah Power: Director of Business Concepts Group, Financial Planner and AccountantBy Sarah Power: Director of Business Concepts Group, Financial Planner and Accountant

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239: How to Build a "Customer Advisory Board" and Create a Frictionless Customer Experience with Mandy Dwight (Dwight & Co.) and Anthony Leo (IPR Robotics) 50:14

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Without customer buy-in, even the most innovative robotics automation products can fall flat. But the approach most manufacturers take with new products is to build them first, then get feedback. In this episode, you’ll hear how one company flipped the script and did robotics product development the other way around. Joining this episode is Anthony…

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SMSF NS: 129 Part 2 of End of year planning for SMSF’s 16:19

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In this episode, we continued our discussion on end-of-year planning for SMSFs in Part 2. Hosted by Chris Reed: SMSF Specialist Advisor, Director of Business Concepts Group, CPA-Financial Planning SpecialistBy Chris Reed: Certified Practicing Accountant (CPA), FPS and SMSF Specialist Advisor, Director of Business Concepts Group

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Dr. Barry Davis - Assistant Coach, Princeton University 1:07:39

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This week on the ABCA Podcast, we’re joined by Dr. Barry Davis, assistant coach at Princeton University and former longtime head coach at Rider University. Davis brings more than three decades of coaching experience to the conversation, with a track record of sustained success at every level of college baseball—NJCAA, NAIA, and NCAA Division I. Ove…

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238: Scaling Smart: Warehouse Automation and Calculated Growth at Startups with Adi Dalvi, VP of Sales at OSARO 39:45

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How does a startup scale? It all starts with a great product that solves a real problem. And sometimes that means taking the slow and steady road to startup success. Recorded at Trillium Brewing in Boston, we sit down with Adi Dalvi, the VP of Sales at OSARO, a company that specializes in robot piece-picking and machine learning solutions to automa…

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Dr. Luke Wilkins - Sport and Exercise Psychology, La Trobe University 47:29

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This week on the ABCA Podcast, we’re joined by Dr. Luke Wilkins, a lecturer at La Trobe University and former sport scientist and lead skill acquisition specialist with the New York Yankees. Wilkins brings a unique perspective to player development, blending cutting-edge academic research with experience in professional baseball. In this episode, w…

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237: How Higher Education Is Shaping the Future of Manufacturing with MIT's Dr. John Liu 52:47

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What role does higher ed play in making sure manufacturing thrives? Universities and other higher ed hubs are playing a leading role in shaping the future of this industry. And MIT is a prime example of this, with specialist courses to help graduates and professionals get the skills they need to bring new innovations to life. We’re joined by the Pr…

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Lary Sorensen - Chief Baseball Officer, pitchLogic & Announcer, Wake Forest University 1:09:16

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This week on the ABCA Podcast, we’re joined by former MLB All-Star, longtime broadcaster, and pitchLogic CBO, Lary Sorensen. A veteran of 11 big-league seasons, Sorensen won 93 games and was selected to the 1978 American League All-Star team as a member of the Milwaukee Brewers. After his final MLB appearance in 1988, Sorensen transitioned into the…

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236: The Power of Decisive Leadership in Modern Manufacturing with Paperless Parts' Co-Founder & CEO Jason T. Ray 59:47

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Sometimes indecision costs more than a wrong decision. Making decisions is a leader’s bread and butter, but during times of uncertainty or crisis, they often become more cautious and hesitant. The danger here is getting left behind while more confident, proactive leaders charge ahead. Jason T. Ray, Co-Founder and CEO of Paperless Parts, is a regula…