Best Soft Robotics Podcast Podcasts (2025)

Outline 00:00 – Intro 00:51 – Early steps in research 09:55 – Historical overview of traffic control 25:20 – What is traffic? 34:06 – Road traffic control 45:37 – PI control of road junctions 58:19 – From macroscopic to microscopic simulations and back 1:10:08 – Dynamic traffic assignment 1:21:28 – Return to Greece 1:28:33 – The optimal control pro…

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2340 FBF: The Power of Belief with Dr. Jill Ammon-Wexler Pioneering Psychologist & Author of ‘How Successful People Think Smart’ 1:09:06

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This Flashback Friday and 10th episode is from Creating Wealth 410, published last September 8, 2014. Dr. Jill Ammon-Wexler is a doctor of psychology with over 45 years of pioneering brain/mind research experience. In addition to teaching mind power methods in universities and corporations, she was invited by former President Jimmy Carter to suppor…

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S6E37 Duann Scott | Computational Design & The Best File Format for 3D Printing 41:01

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Send us a text Duann Scott is a globally recognized leader in computational design, additive manufacturing, and the emerging intersection of software and fabrication. With a background in industrial design and a PhD research foundation from the University of South Australia, Duann launched BITS to ATOMS in 2009 to explore how digital tools would re…

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2339: The Housing Deficit Explained: Millions of Buyers, Limited Homes and Why "Doomers" Keep Getting It Wrong 26:40

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Sign up for the Jason Hartman University Event this coming September https://www.jasonhartman.com/Phoenix . Also don't forget to register for our FREE Masterclass every second Wednesday of each month at https://jasonhartman.com/Wednesday In the introduction, Jason primarily focuses on two key topics: upcoming investment opportunities and a signific…

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Keeping humans healthy in orbit 6:47

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With only a few walls between an astronaut and a rapid death, what do we know about the various dangers to the human body during space travel? Chris Smith spoke with Mark Shelhamer, a professor of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery at John Hopkins Medical School - about which space hazards are deemed most pressing for our up-and-coming astronau…

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228. Harvard’s Soft Robot Gives Movement Back to ALS & Stroke Patients 16:08

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(2:48) – Harvard’s soft robotic sling for stroke & ALS patients This episode was brought to you by Mouser, our favorite place to get electronics parts for any project, whether it be a hobby at home or a prototype for work. Click HERE to learn more about how wearable robotics are helping Parkinson’s patients walk more freely! Become a founding reade…

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Ants doing gene therapy, and tadpole microbiomes 43:15

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This month, as the eLife Podcast hits its century, we hear how getting frog dads to cross-foster tadpoles has revealed the way in which some frogs come by their microbiomes, the ants that do gene therapy, signs that disease causes a breakdown in nutrient exchange between the elements of the microbiome, how fungi reprogram immune cells to cause over…

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2338 FBF: Why the US Dollar Will NOT Collapse with Joel Skousen Publisher of the ‘World Affairs Brief’ 47:41

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Sign up for the Jason Hartman University Event this coming September https://www.jasonhartman.com/Phoenix . Also don't forget to register for our FREE Masterclass every second Wednesday of each month at https://jasonhartman.com/Wednesday This Flashback Friday is from episode 418 published last September 26, 2014. Joel Skousen is a survivalist autho…

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S6E36 Tessa Axsom | Casting, Metallurgy, & Finishing with Fictiv 42:46

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Send us a text Tessa Axsom blends deep mechanical engineering know‑how with the craft of product marketing. Today she serves as Product Marketing Manager – CNC at Fictiv, the on‑demand manufacturing partner known for its robust CNC resources and design guides. In this role, she translates shop‑floor realities into crisp messages, actionable guidanc…

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2337: Asset Inflation Vs. Consumer Price Inflation | Lords of Easy Money: FED Broke the Economy by Christopher Leonard 37:43

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Sign up for the Jason Hartman University Event this coming September https://www.jasonhartman.com/Phoenix . Also don't forget to register for our FREE Masterclass every second Wednesday of each month at https://jasonhartman.com/Wednesday Jason welcomes Christopher Leonard, a journalist and author, primarily focusing on his book, "The Lords of Easy …

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2336 FBF: An ‘Anarcho-Capitalist Manifesto' with Lew Rockwell Libertarian Author & Founder of the Ludwig von Mises Institute 47:53

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This Flashback Friday is from episode 402, published last August 20, 2014. Lew Rockwell is an American libertarian author and editor, self-professed anarcho-capitalist, a promoter of the Austrian School of economics, and founder and chairman of the Ludwig von Mises Institute. His website LewRockwell.com was founded in 1999 and features articles and…

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S6E35 Spencer Jones | AI for Engineers, Finding Venture Capital, & Accelerating Medtech Development 57:31

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Send us a text Spencer Jones began his healthcare career as a registered nurse in Little Rock, Arkansas, where he witnessed firsthand the clinical need that sparked his first device: SafeBreak® Vascular, a patented solution to prevent IV line dislodgement. As a nursing alumnus of the University of Arkansas, Spencer led SafeBreak from idea to FDA ap…

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2335: Michael Zuber: Debunking Doomers and Creating Wealth in Real Estate 36:26

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Sign up for the Jason Hartman University Event this coming September https://www.jasonhartman.com/Phoenix . Also don't forget to register for our FREE Masterclass every second Wednesday of each month at https://jasonhartman.com/Wednesday Jason and Michael Zuber of https://onerentalatatime.com/ discuss the current real estate market, emphasizing tha…

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227. She Sells Seashells… and Reinvents Recycling 18:47

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(4:15) - Seashells Inspire a Better Way to Recycle Plastic This episode was brought to you by Mouser, our favorite place to get electronics parts for any project, whether it be a hobby at home or a prototype for work. Click HERE to learn more about the future of electronics recycling using robotics & AI. Become a founding reader of our newsletter: …

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2334 FBF: Investment Fraud on Wall Street with John Lawrence Allen Former LA Deputy District Attorney & Author of ‘Make Wall Street Pay You Back’ 49:37

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This Flashback Friday is from episode 388, published last July 16, 2014. John Lawrence Allen is a securities litigation attorney helping investors recover funds lost through investment fraud or incompetence. He’s a former Los Angeles Deputy District Attorney and author of the new book, “Make Wall Street Pay You Back.” Allen talks about the dirty tr…

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S6E34 John Lembke | Best Practices for Hiring Engineers 39:42

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Send us a text Join us for an in-depth conversation with John Lembke, a manufacturing engineering manager with over a decade of experience in factory digitization, lean manufacturing, and ERP integrations. John shares his proven strategies for hiring high-performing engineering teams, scaling production rapidly, and building effective manufacturing…

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2333: Real Estate Investing Insights: Navigating the Golden Age, Housing Market Secrets, the Lock-in Effect & Stubborn Sellers 30:29

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Today Jason is in Sedona, Arizona, discussing the current state of technology and living standards while sharing insights about the real estate market and his personal experiences as a house hunter. He analyzed various market trends, including inventory levels, housing affordability, and the future of real estate investments, particularly focusing …

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2332 FBF: The Corporatization of America with Ray Bourhis Attorney & Author of the Fictional Political Satire ‘Revolt: The Secession of Mill Valley’ 25:47

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This Flashback Friday is from episode 385 published last June 16, 2014. Ray Bourhis is a partner with the law firm of Bourhis & Wolfson in San Francisco, California, specializing in insurance bad-faith litigation. A graduate of Boalt Hall at the University of California, Berkeley, Bourhis has been a court-appointed Special Master overseeing reforms…

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S6E33 Bryant Foster | Design for Human Factors & User Experience 51:30

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Send us a text Join us for an in-depth conversation with Bryant Foster, a human factors expert who's worked with industry giants like Google to make complex products simpler and safer. With a background in cognitive psychology, Bryant shares insights on designing user-friendly products, from surgical systems to smart thermostats, all while keeping …

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ep35 - Cosimo Della Santina: From Dexterous Manipulation to Soft Robotics and Embodied Intelligence 1:46:44

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Outline 00:00 – Intro 01:19 – Early steps: PhD journey & robotic hands 15:42 – What is a soft robot? 23:35 – MIT years & models of soft robots 30:01 – Discretization & underactuation 37:21 – The regulation problem 47:01 – Pros and cons of soft robots 51:42 – The soft inverted pendulum 1:05:27 – Eigenmanifolds 1:15:22 – Physical intelligence 1:26:09…

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2331: Crisis & Opportunity: John Mauldin's Predictions for the Next Decade (Debt, AI, Robotics) 26:26

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Jason and John Mauldin discuss the current state of the housing market, noting at while some areas face a shortage due to regulations and high costs, others have a surplus of homes. They highlight the impact of high mortgage rates relative to housing prices, pushing some into the rental market. Jason mentioned a record number of new apartment deliv…

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226. Stop & Go No More: AI Cuts Intersection Emissions 17:56

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(3:07) - Eco-driving measures could significantly reduce vehicle emissions This episode was brought to you by Mouser, our favorite place to get electronics parts for any project, whether it be a hobby at home or a prototype for work. Click HERE to learn more about the rise of automotive telematics and their critical role in reducing carbon emission…

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2330 FBF: Power & Strategy with Robert Greene Best-Selling Author of ‘Mastery, Power & Seduction’ & ‘The 48 Laws of Power 40:43

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This Flashback Friday, which is also a 10th Episode is from episode 330 and was published August 2, 2013. Robert Greene, best-selling author of such books as The 48 Laws of Power, The 33 Strategies of War, The Art of Seduction, The 50th Law (with rapper 50 Cent), and Mastery, joins Jason to talk about his wheelhouse topics – power and strategy. Spo…

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S6E32 Josh Zarecky | How To Travel The Country While Working As A Full Time Engineer 47:01

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Send us a text In this engaging episode of Being An Engineer, Josh Zarecky shares his unique journey of running an engineering business while traveling across the United States in an RV. He discusses his background in mechanical engineering, the challenges and joys of remote work, and his innovative approach to developing industrial automation solu…

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2329: Gold That Pays You: Solving the Age-Old Problem of Non-Yielding Gold with Keith Weiner 29:45

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Today's focus is on gold as an ancient monetary value and addressing the challenge of earning a yield on gold. Jason also invites listeners to join an upcoming Jason Hartman University workshop in Phoenix at the end of September, which includes a bonus property tour and emphasizes learning the math of income property. Jason also mentions a mastercl…

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Beyond Human Hand Limits: The Ultra-Redundant Dexterous Hands of Daxo Robotics 1:11:58

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For more information: https://daxo-robotics.com/By Marwa ElDiwiny

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2328 FBF: The Future of Longevity Science with Dr. John Rush & The Perils of High Frequency Trading with Michael Lewis Author of ‘Flash Boys’ 1:04:29

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This Flashback Friday is from episode 370, published last April 7, 2014. Jason Hartman talks about Michael Lewis's new book "Flash Boys" and comments the on the excellent CBS 60 Minutes segment discussing high-frequency trading and how the stock market, according to Michael Lewis and many other experts, is rigged. Then, Jason interviews Dr. Rush fr…

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S6E31 Camden Shuman | Building a Second Brain, Co-ops, & Tools for Developing Your Network 45:12

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Send us a text In this episode, Camden Shuman discusses his experiences as a co-op student at Siemens Healthineers, where he has gained valuable hands-on experience in mechanical design work. He also shares insights about his entrepreneurial venture, "The Engineering Way" newsletter, which aims to help engineering students and professionals develop…

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2327: Aiming For the Longterm: Building Wealth Over Time | Client Case Study with Jonathan Hau 27:08

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Today, Jason's client, real estate investor Jonathan Hau discusses his journey from a software career to full-time real estate, emphasizing his discovery of leverage as a wealth-building tool. He explains how his personal residence accidentally became his first rental property and highlights the benefits of self-managing properties over hiring prop…

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225. Detecting Disease Using Menstrual Pads 17:23

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Sanitary towels morph into test strips This episode was brought to you by Mouser, our favorite place to get electronics parts for any project, whether it be a hobby at home or a prototype for work. Click HERE to learn more about quantum dots and how their fluorescent properties can be used for various applications! Become a founding reader of our n…

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2326 FBF: The Science of Winning and Losing with Po Bronson Author, Journalist with the NY Times & Creator of 'The $treet' on FOX 1:02:10

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This Flashback Friday is from episode 368 published last March 14, 2014. Join Jason Hartman as he discusses opening the books on government spending and things, like geography, age, pedigree, etc. that are less meaningful than ever before in history. All of these items have broad implications economically, socially and for real estate investors. Di…

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S6E30 Jake Whinnery | Resources for Interviewing & Landing Engineering Jobs 53:14

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Send us a text Jake shares his engineering journey, insights into technical interviews, and strategies for young engineers to succeed in the hardware industry. He discusses his experiences at companies like Tesla and Relativity Space and how he created Hardware is Hard to help mechanical engineers land top-tier jobs. Main Topics: Importance of inte…

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2325: Unlock Tax-Free Wealth: Mastering the Self-Directed Roth IRA Like Peter Thiel with Adam Bergman 37:42

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Jason focuses today on financial wisdom and the real estate market. He emphasizes the importance of taking action over endless information gathering for personal growth and financial success. Jason then shifts to housing appreciation rates over the past decade, highlighting how income property is a robust, tax-advantaged asset class focused on yiel…

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2324 FBF: Investment Markets & Golf with Kevin Armstrong Formerly of ANZ Group’s Private Bank and Author of ‘Bulls, Birdies, Bogeys, & Bears’ 58:11

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This Flashback Friday is from episode 351, published last December 4, 2013. Kevin Armstrong is the former Chairman of the ANZ Group's Regional Investment Committee and former chief investment officer for ANZ Group's private bank. He's the author of, "BULLS, BIRDIES, BOGEYS & BEARS: The Remarkable & Revealing Relationship Between Golf & Investment M…

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S6E29 Joshua Tarbutton | Lessons From the Military Applied to Engineering 50:33

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Send us a text Joshua Tarbutton shares his journey from military service to engineering entrepreneurship, discussing how military discipline and leadership principles can transform engineering culture and workplace dynamics. Main Topics: Military influence on engineering leadership Restoring dignity in engineering workplaces Creating psychological …

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Last Chance for PDX Discount 2:01

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Send us a text Sign up for a free account at https://www.thewave.engineer/ Then, access your 50% discount code for PDX 2025 here: https://www.thewave.engineer/product-development-expo/dfm-days/ About Being An Engineer The Being An Engineer podcast is a repository for industry knowledge and a tool through which engineers learn about and connect with…

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ep34 - inControl guide to ... Controllability & Observability 59:28

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Outline 00:00 - Intro 01:06 - The big idea 03:42 - Controllability, observability, and ... the space race! 14:52 - Kálmán and the state-space paradigm 00:00 - The math and intuition: state-space basics, definitions, and duality 00:00 - A touch of nonlinearity 00:00 - Developments in the field: a chronological tour 00:00 - Controllability and observ…

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2323: Trump's Machiavellian Playbook: Impact on Global Economy & Your Investments with Paul Marino 28:57

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Jason is currently in Denver at a Joe Dispenza retreat, discusses upcoming topics for the episode, focusing on the economy, markets, and real estate. Specifically, he mentions two U.S. real estate markets, one in Florida and one in Texas, that are approaching "crash levels," defined as a 25% price reduction, despite national appreciation. He conclu…

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224. Geothermal Could Save the Grid. So Why’s No One Talking About It? 21:06

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(2:15) - Enhanced geothermal systems: An underground tech surfaces… This episode was brought to you by Mouser, our favorite place to get electronics parts for any project, whether it be a hobby at home or a prototype for work. Click HERE to learn more about the advancements of clean energy solutions, including geothermal! -- As always, you can find…

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NEURA Robotics Unveils 3rd Gen 4NE1 at Automatica 2025 – Exclusive Interview! 24:48

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NEURA Robotics Unveils 3rd Gen 4NE1 at Automatica 2025 – Exclusive Interview! by Marwa ElDiwinyBy Marwa ElDiwiny

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2322 FBF: Corruption at the World Bank with Karen Hudes Whistleblower and Former Attorney with the World Bank & Export Import Bank of the US 53:46

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This Flashback Friday is from episode 345, published last November 5, 2013. Karen Hudes studied law at Yale Law School and economics at the University of Amsterdam. She worked in the US Export Import Bank of the US from 1980-1985 and in the Legal Department of the World Bank from 1986-2007. She established the Non Governmental Organization Committe…

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S6E28 Paul Vizzio | Engineering Naval Submarines, Pet Products, & Elite Sports Training Machines 50:01

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Send us a text In today’s episode, Paul will explore how he scales hardware teams, builds for manufacturability, navigates supply chain complexity, mentors engineers, and embraces community‑driven innovation. Get ready for insights on leadership, prototyping, and bringing hardware to life from idea to market. Main Topics: Proteus Motion's V1 and V2…

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2321: Trump's Big Beautiful Bill: Revolutionizing Real Estate Investing and Saving on Taxes 31:05

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Jason presents Travis King, CEO of Realm, a real estate investor collective, focusing on the "Big Beautiful Bill" and its positive implications for real estate investors. They discuss specific provisions like accelerated depreciation and the permanent grandfathering of Opportunity Zones, highlighting their role in attracting capital back into the m…