Best Simple Electronics Podcasts (2025)

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122 - Spring Circuits 45:19

4d ago45:19

45:19

This week on The Simple Electronics Podcast - I chat about the two recent circuit projects I have been working on; a servo tester and the RP2350B board by WeAct. I also picked 3 r/AskElectronics posts with no replies and help out some newbies!This episode is supported by viewers like you:https://www.patreon.com/SimpleElectronicsServo testerhttps://…

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Driving through time - a brief history of cars 36:14

3d ago36:14

36:14

How did we get from the wild horse to the horseless carriage - in other words, the modern car - in about 5000 years? Here's a half-hour, whistle-stop tour of automobile history!By Chris Woodford

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S02 EP026 HIFI Retail Evolution. 1:13:28

7d ago1:13:28

1:13:28

Does HiFi gear really sound better than it ever did? What's changed and what does the future of HiFi look like? The evolution of HiFi over 47 years of Len Wallis Audio. Sponsored By Stereonet

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ICYMI: Smashing atoms - making power from nuclear fusion 20:56

10d ago20:56

20:56

Nuclear power plants make about 10 percent of the world's energy by splitting atoms apart, but they have a very mixed history. So what about nuclear fusion, a better kind of nuclear power, that joins atoms together? We explain how it works... and look at whether it can deliver enough power to solve the energy crisis and climate change.…

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Living in a material world - a quick guide to materials science 19:39

17d ago19:39

19:39

Why don't we build houses from leather or planes from glass? Many of life's problems boil down to putting the right material in the right place - which is what materials science and technology is all about.By Chris Woodford

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121 - Basement Electronics 1:03:07

18d ago1:03:07

1:03:07

In this episode of The Simple Electronics Podcast, I sit down with Basement Electronics to talk about April Fool's videos, Home Assistant and what we're doing this year!This episode is brought to you by PCBWay! get 5 PCBs (or more) for 5$ USD plus S/Hhttps://pcbway.com/g/85ZlGGFind him here:https://bsky.app/profile/curisireland.bsky.socialhttps://w…

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S02 EP025 HiFi Show Roundup Sydney 2025. 1:10:42

21d ago1:10:42

1:10:42

Richter, Dohmann, Musical Fidelity, Air Tight Tube amps, Fischer & Fischer slate speakers, Microphase and more... Sponsored By SpectraFlora

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Let there be light - the science of candles 12:19

25d ago12:19

12:19

A candle is an ingenious chemical factory that converts hydrocarbon molecules into light. Which part is hottest? Which is brightest? Can you burn a candle in space? Do candles make harmful pollution?By Chris Woodford

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Why do tiny bullets do so much damage? 15:28

1M ago15:28

15:28

Today, a look at the science behind bullets - how do they work and how are they designed to do maximum damage when they hit the target?By Chris Woodford

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120 - Organization 55:38

1M ago55:38

55:38

In this episode of The Simple Electronics Podcast, I talk about the new transmitter project, my shop's organization and future livestreams!Here are the boards:WeAct: https://s.click.aliexpress.com/e/_opu13fRStamp: https://www.lectronz.com/products/rp2350-stamp-xlThanks for watching!

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S02 EP024 HiFi reviews with Soundstage Aust and Edgar Kramer. Behind the man with his finger on the pulse of HiFi. 1:40:03

1M ago1:40:03

1:40:03

The highly-qualified and experienced ear behind the Soundstage Australia HiFi reviews has been everywhere, listened to everything and met every big name in HiFi. Sponsored By SpectraFlora

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Whatever happened to 3d TV? 15:11

1M ago15:11

15:11

It's just over a decade since The New York Times declared 3D TV "an expensive flop". How did it work, why didn't it catch on... and will it make a comeback in future?By Chris Woodford

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ICYMI: What is science and why does it matter? 25:33

2M ago25:33

25:33

Science seems our best hope for making sense of the world - and ourselves - but what makes it a better bet than, say, art or religion. What exactly *is* science, anyway? What makes a scientific theory and how do you prove or disprove one? How did science evolve through the ages and where's it heading next?…

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119 - Live Transmitters 59:00

2M ago59:00

59:00

In this episode of The Simple Electronics Podcast I talk about my recent Livestream with Aecert Robotics' transmitter kit and some electronics news!This episode is brought to you by PCBWay! get 5 PCBs (or more) for 5$ USD plus S/Hhttps://pcbway.com/g/85ZlGGHere are relevant links to today's episode:https://www.aecertrobotics.comhttps://www.ti.com/a…

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S02 EP023 One simple step to speaker and room correction with DEQX designer, Kim Ryrie. 1:07:52

2M ago1:07:52

1:07:52

Improve speaker and room acoustics with one simple step. Ground-breaking technology in the DEQX processor allows passive speakers to become active and diagnoses and improves inherent sound issues with passive speakers and listening rooms. Kim Ryrie, designer of the the Fairlight Synthesizer explains his latest project, the DEQX speaker and room pro…

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A day in the life of a KRA Customs & Border Control Officer 8:52

2M ago8:52

8:52

Step into the fast-paced and dynamic world of a Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) Customs & Border Control Officer in this eye-opening episode. Tune in for an inside look as we follow Mr. Khamis Mbarak through a typical day on the job, from early morning briefings to late-night cargo inspections. Discover the critical role these officers play in safegu…

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The greatest physics experiments of all time? 21:28

2M ago21:28

21:28

From Galileo to Henry Cavendish and Robert Millikan to Ernest Rutherford, here are 10 of the greatest physics experiments - and why they mattered.By Chris Woodford

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Motion in the ocean - the energy in waves 24:09

2M ago24:09

24:09

Ocean waves contain surprising amounts of energy - which is why surfing is such a cool sport. This week, a quick look at just how much energy there is in waves... and what we can do with it.By Chris Woodford

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118 - EV Electronics 57:46

2M ago57:46

57:46

Welcome to this week's episode of The Simple Electronics Podcast where I go over what happened to 2 different 3d printers that I broke and the electronics inside electric vehicles.This podcast is brought to you by: YOU! Join Patreon if you want to support this podcasthttps://www.patreon.com/simpleelectronicsalso check out Aging Wheels:https://www.y…

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Role of Customs & Border Control 16:02

2M ago16:02

16:02

Welcome to Tubonge Tax, the podcast series where we discuss tax matters. In this episode, we're diving into a topic that impacts every one of us—the role of Customs and Border Control in revenue collection. From ensuring the smooth flow of goods across borders to safeguarding national security and mobilizing revenue, Customs and Border Control staf…

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S02 EP022 Turntables and vinyl sound quality with Mark Dohmann of Dohmann Audio. All your questions answered. 2:00:01

2M ago2:00:01

2:00:01

Cartridge compliance, tracking force and tonearm alignment - why they are so important. The top 5 points affecting turntable sound Best turntable, tonearm and cartridge combos. Platter mat considerations. Why the quality of turntable leads are critical. How technology has solved the vibration isolation problem and how Dohmann Audio Helix One and He…

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Electronic ears - the magic of hearing aids 22:18

2M ago22:18

22:18

How exactly does a hearing aid work? Why is it so much more effective than simply shouting louder? Do the latest digital aids really work better than old-fashioned analog ones?By Chris Woodford

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Braking the habit - how regenerative brakes save energy 16:02

2M ago16:02

16:02

Friction brakes are brilliantly simple, but they're a huge waste of energy. How can different vehicles - from trucks and trains to bikes and elevators - work more efficiently with energy-saving regenerative brakes?By Chris Woodford

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117 - Production 55:09

2M ago55:09

55:09

On this episode of The Simple Electronics Podcast, I talk about my recent PCBs, my new love affair with the RP2040 chip and more!This episode is brought to you by PCBWay! get 5 PCBs (or more) for 5$ USD plus S/Hhttps://pcbway.com/g/85ZlGGFind my livestreams here:https://www.youtube.com/@SeStreamsFollow me on Bluesky:https://bsky.app/profile/simplee…

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#36 How a UK Electronics Vendor Grew Export Sales to Over 40%! 37:31

3M ago37:31

37:31

How did a UK 🇬🇧 electronics vendor successfully expand globally 🌏, competing against industry giants, and grow 🔺 exports to over 40% of their business?In this podcast episode, John Davies, former Managing Director of TDSi, reveals some of the strategies that transformed a regional Access Control 🚪 vendor into an international player. 🚀🔑 Key insight…

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S02 EP021 Music: 5 best music tracks. 2 HiFi professionals and 1 opinion party. 1:09:25

3M ago1:09:25

1:09:25

What constitutes good music? 5 tracks/albums that you should know to test your speakers, hold an educated conversation about music and to just plain feel alive! Two HiFi professionals with polar opposite tastes in music hold an opinion party on what's great, good and just plain rubbish. Sponsored By stereonet.com…

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The great carbon trap - how does carbon capture and storage work? 14:29

3M ago14:29

14:29

With thousands of fossil-fuel power plants dotted round the world, we're locked into burning huge amounts of carbon for decades to come. Can carbon capture and storage help us get around the problem and slow the effects of climate change?By Chris Woodford

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Suck it up - how do vacuum cleaners really work? 17:01

3M ago17:01

17:01

What's the difference between an old-style Hoover and a new-style Dyson? This week, we take a quick look at the technology that gets your rugs and carpets clean...By Chris Woodford

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116 - CarlThePumpkinMan 1:38:57

3M ago1:38:57

1:38:57

This week on The Simple Electronics Podcast I sit down with Carl - also known as Carl The Pumpkin Man! We chat about 3d design and pokemon, Bambu Labs machines plus their recent controversies and dipping your toes into electronics!Make sure to follow him here:https://linktr.ee/CarlThePumpkinManhttps://www.youtube.com/@carlthepumpkinmanhttps://www.t…

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S02 EP020 Subwoofers - Inside the "no compromise" design, engineering and attitude of Harbottle Audio. 1:37:03

3M ago1:37:03

1:37:03

Subwoofers by Harbottle Audio, Canada. Sit down with the designer for the world's best tech talk on every aspect of producing the greatest subwoofers ever.

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ICYMI: Alphabet to Internet - a brief history of communication 30:48

3M ago30:48

30:48

From the alphabet to the Internet, enjoy a 10,000-year, whistle-stop tour through the whole history of human communication!By Chris Woodford

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115 - Coffee Time 54:40

3M ago54:40

54:40

This week on The Simple Electronics Podcast I chat about what has been going on on the channel - the HT118E review, working on an autonomous boat, the V2 sno-speeder and a lot more!This episode is brought to you by viewers like YOU:https://www.patreon.com/simpleelectronicsHere are the links I promised:My live streaming channel:https://www.youtube.c…

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S02 EP019 Fairlight Synthesizer, music making, two Australians and a barking dog 1:02:34

4M ago1:02:34

1:02:34

The Fairlight CMI changed music making forever. The "world's greatest synthesizer" offered a never-before-imagined conduit between technology and creativity. Co-founder, Kim Ryrie made it all possible and casually chats about his history and the ground-breaking technology that is the Fairlight.

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VoIP phone home - a quick guide to Internet telephony 23:29

4M ago23:29

23:29

Old-style telephones are giving way to Internet phones - or Skype-style VoIP. What is it and how exactly does it work?By Chris Woodford

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Static fantastic - what really causes static electricity? 19:34

4M ago19:34

19:34

The Ancient Greeks knew about static electricity but, surprisingly enough, 2600 years later, we still don't understand it completely. What really causes it, how can it help us, and how can we keep dangerous static properly in check?By Chris Woodford

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114 - 2024 Wrap-Up ft. Another Maker 56:35

4M ago56:35

56:35

In this episode of The Simple Electronics Podcast - I have my annual wrap-up featuring Another Maker!This episode is brought to you by PCBWay! get 5 PCBs (or more) for 5$ USD plus S/Hhttps://pcbway.com/g/85ZlGGThanks for watching!

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Noble lights - how noble gases light up our world 19:41

4M ago19:41

19:41

Noble gases used to be called "inert gases" because people thought they were so un-reactive and boring. In this week's episode, we discover how they provide the secret atomic power behind neon lamps, xenon lamps, and the brightest lights in our otherwise dark and dingy world!By Chris Woodford

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S01 EP018 2024 HiFi News wrap up. VOTED best sound. Over and under-exposed HiFi brands. Saddest HiFi story this year. 1:05:59

4M ago1:05:59

1:05:59

KEF, Monitor Audio, WiiM are just a few HiFi brands you constantly hear about in reviews and news. Our experts list their under-exposed brands that are as good or better. Our hosts voted best sound for 2024 - Stax SR-X9000 Headphones and Acapella Loudspeakers feature in the "blew me away" category. We discuss the destruction of Tom Evans Audio by t…

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ICYMI: Whistling down the wind - a simple intro to aerodynamics 23:25

4M ago23:25

23:25

Why can't you blow all the dust off a bookshelf? Why are wind turbines so high? Why does coffee spill when you pour it and barges bang together? Find the answers in our easy-to-understand intro to aerodynamics!By Chris Woodford

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113 - Aecert Robotics 1:29:06

4M ago1:29:06

1:29:06

This week on the Simple Electronics Podcast I sit down with Ryan from Aecert Robotics! We talk hexapods, PCB design and more!This episode is brought to you by PCBWay! get 5 PCBs (or more) for 5$ USD plus S/Hhttps://pcbway.com/g/85ZlGGFind him here:Robotics YouTube Channel:https://www.youtube.com/@AecertRoboticsDiscord Server:https://discord.gg/ARvY…

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S01 EP017 HiFi cable guru debunks cable myths and delves into the complex world of cable quality. 1:11:26

4M ago1:11:26

1:11:26

HiFi cable technology and myths discussed in detail with Matthew Bond from Matthew Bond Audio. Copper competition, cable lifters, directional cables and bogus quality claims are all discussed with strong opinions, science and experience making for a fascinating episode on HiFi cables.

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Ebooks - what are they and how exactly do they work? 25:19

5M ago25:19

25:19

Are electronic books (ebooks) really the future? For those of you who've yet to discover them, here's a quick guide to ebook readers, ebooks, eink - and how all that stuff works.By Chris Woodford

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Quake! - A simple introduction to earthquakes 13:53

5M ago13:53

13:53

What are earthquakes and why do they cause so much destruction? Following the offshore quake and tsunami warning in northern California a few days ago, here's a timely 15-minute introduction!By Chris Woodford

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112 - Officer Granite 1:07:45

5M ago1:07:45

1:07:45

This week on The Simple Electronics Podcast, I sit down with Pokemon cosplayer and Pokemon animatronics extraordinaire - Officer Granite!This episode is brought to you by PCBWay! get 5 PCBs (or more) for 5$ USD plus S/Hhttps://pcbway.com/g/85ZlGGFind him here:https://www.tiktok.com/@officergranitehttps://youtube.com/@officergranitehttps://www.patre…

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S01 EP016 Creek Audio. UK HiFi brand Creek Audio with Mike Creek discussing 40 plus years of success. 1:36:43

5M ago1:36:43

1:36:43

The founder of Creek Audio, Mike Creek tells the inside story of how the brand became the worldwide success it is today. Listeners are treated to a tech talk on the Class B amplifier that started it all, Mike's approach to value engineering and how retail exclusivity over mainstream distribution worked magic.…

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Goodbye Windows, hello Linux! 20:46

5M ago20:46

20:46

If you're tired of all those Windows worms and malware scares, maybe it's time you switched to Linux. What is it and how does it work?By Chris Woodford

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#35 Why are Smart Homes so Dumb? 28:52

5M ago28:52

28:52

In this podcast 🗣️, we dive deep into the current state of smart home 🏠 technology with Consumer Reports journalist Daniel Wroclawski, who brings 10 years of experience covering the smart home industry 🤖.Dan shares candid insights 💡 about why our homes aren't as smart as we'd expect in 2024 despite rapid advances in other tech sectors.What we discu…

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S01 EP015 News in HiFi 2 - Bose, McIntosh takeover? Stupidest HiFi tweaks? Kooky audio ideas & HiFi regrets. 1:00:36

5M ago1:00:36

1:00:36

Bose takeover of McIntosh? Andrew & David can’t decide how it could ever be a good thing for HiFi. Stupid HiFi tweaks inc special bi-wire links? Kooky audio ideas no longer around including colouring CDs with a special green pen to improve sound quality? AND HiFi regrets. Both Andrew and David regret disposing of turntables but David wins the sadde…

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The thing is this - a quick guide to the Internet of Things 19:11

5M ago19:11

19:11

Why would "things" want to use the Internet? If you've no idea what people mean by the "Internet of Things," start here... with our quick introduction!By Chris Woodford

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111 - Black Friday 57:24

5M ago57:24

57:24

In this episode of The Simple Electronics Podcast - I give some advice on Black Friday shopping and go on a bit of a rant...This episode is brought to you by PCBWay! get 5 PCBs (or more) for 5$ USD plus S/Hhttps://pcbway.com/g/85ZlGGCheck out Arturo and his feeds and starter packs!https://bsky.app/profile/arturo182.bsky.socialMake sure to follow me…

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