Best Techne Podcasts (2024)

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E93: Queer Techné and Queering A.I. (w/ Dr. Patricia Fancher) 1:02:15

4h ago1:02:15

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On today’s show, Alex and Calvin are thrilled to be joined by Dr. Patricia Fancher, a Continuing Lecturer in the Writing Program at the University of California, Santa Barbara. In her fabulous new book Queer Techné: Bodies, Rhetorics, and Desire in the History of Computing, Dr. Fancher offers a groundbreaking history of how the Manchester Universit…

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Behind the Wheel: Andreas Heim the VP of Engineering - Automotive at Flex 52:32

10d ago52:32

52:32

In this episode, we were fortunate enough to get some time with Andreas Heim, the multi-talented vice president for technology and engineering at FLEX Automotive. Andreas shares his passion for all things automotive with us, and how that passion has helped within his career. As part of the podcast, he gives us an in-depth look into his working hist…

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Behind the Wheel: Aj Verma the Deputy Head of Powertrain & Advanced Systems at Lilium 1:04:37

9h ago1:04:37

1:04:37

In this episode we focus on future air mobility, as we hear from the brilliant Aj Verma. Aj is the Deputy Head of Powertrain & Advanced Systems at Lilium and is a living example of how you can turn your childhood passion into a legitimate career. Not only is Aj an experience team leader, he also has over 10 years’ experience working with and suppor…

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E92: Academic Organizing and Palestinian Solidarity (w/ Olivia Wood) 54:03

4h ago54:03

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On today’s show, Alex is joined by Olivia Wood, a lecturer in the English Department at City College of New York (CCNY) to discuss the recent escalations of force by the NYPD and campus administrators against student protesters in solidarity with Palestine over the past several weeks. In particular, we touch on the flashpoint raids by police - at t…

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Behind the Wheel: Graham Martin, Development Director at Delta Cosworth 1:02:35

26d ago1:02:35

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This week we spoke to the brilliant Graham Martin, Development Director at Delta Cosworth. We talk about tech, tinkering, and even airsoft, as Graham gives us more of an insight into who he is, and what steps he took on his career journey to become a development director. This episode is extra special, as Graham has added some fantastic imagery to …

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E91: Thinking Rhetorically (w/ Dr. Robin Reames) 45:01

4d ago45:01

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On today’s show, Calvin and Alex sit down with Dr. Robin Reames - Associate Professor of English at the University of Chicago - to discuss her new book The Ancient Art of Thinking for Yourself: The Power of Rhetoric in Polarized Times. In this book, Robin synthesizes rhetorical theories and concepts from Greek antiquity to the 20th century to deliv…

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Behind the Wheel: Victor Moynot, team leader in power electronic design at SEG Automotive 35:26

12d ago35:26

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Victor has over a decade of industry expertise, working within both the automotive and industrial sectors. We will be looking into his support of the development of electric motors and invertor systems. He’s worked for some fantastic companies such as YASA Motors, Bosch, and Groupe PSA.By Techne

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E90: reel:verb - Civil War (Garland, 2024) 1:12:59

10d ago1:12:59

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Spoiler Alert: This episode contains numerous plot spoilers for Civil War. On today’s show, we inaugurate a new episode series called reel:verb, in which we rate, review, and analyze a recent movie from the perspective of politics, culture, and language in action. In the first installment, Alex, Olivia, and Calvin tackle the 2024 dystopian thriller…

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Behind the Wheel: Camilla Johannesson, Engineering Manager at Sigma Connectivity 35:39

1M ago35:39

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Starting her career in the early 2000s, Camilla now has over 20 years’ experience working with software and software architecture. Starting as a C Developer, Camilla quickly progressed into software architecture. She spent 9 years in the sector, working with seniors to learn as much as possible. Her expertise has then led to a variation of software…

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Behind the Wheel: Kiran Devlukia, Global Head Electrical & Electronic Integration CoE at Tata Technologies 1:09:47

2M ago1:09:47

1:09:47

In this episode, we were lucky enough to speak to Kiran Devlukia, the Global Head Electrical & Electronic Integration CoE at Tata Technologies. He runs us through his engineering journey, from humble beginnings in a UK comprehensive school with over 1,000 students to the position he’s in today. Kiran talks to us about the good habits, and good choi…

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E89: Distance and Suffering in News Reporting (w/ John Oddo, Cameron Mozafari, & Alex Kirsch) 1:07:11

2M ago1:07:11

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On today’s show, Calvin and Alex sit down with the co-authors of a hot-off-the-presses article in Discourse & Society about journalistic reporting on US drone strikes in the Middle East: Dr. John Oddo (Carnegie Mellon University), Dr. Cameron Mozafari (Cornell University), and Alex Kirsch (MA Professional Writing graduate, CMU). In their article, e…

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Behind the Wheel: Nitish Sundarasan, Head of Connected Cockpit, Automobili Pininfarina 1:05:50

2M ago1:05:50

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We got time in with Nitish Sundarasan, the hardworking Head of Connected Cockpit at Automobili Pininfarina. Nitish has had an interesting engineering journey, hitting milestones such as designing and engineering his own car whilst at university. Initially starting as a product architect for Automobili Pinifarina, Nitish’s constant pushing for bette…

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Behind the Wheel: Dr Fabio Dohr, On-site Head of Platform Portfolio Electric Vehicle Drives, ZF Group 32:06

2M ago32:06

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This week we spoke to the talented Dr Fabio Dohr, the On-site Head of Platform Portfolio Electric Vehicle Drives for ZF Group. Dr Dohrs gives us insight to his working experience, from his contributions to the optimisation of the BMW transmission systems, to the new world of simulation testing. Whilst Dr Dohr has been at the same company for the ma…

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Behind the Wheel: Axel Bååthe, Head of the Rainforest 49:43

2M ago49:43

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In this episode, we got to speak to Axel Bååthe head of The Rainforest at SAAB. He gives us insight into the aviation sector, talking about how he climbed the ranks of SAAB and now heads on one of their accelerator programmes. We look into Axels unique career journey, as he offers information for those starting their own career in the industry and …

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E88: re:joinder - Lose Bigly with Scott Adams, pt. 3: Movies, Moist Robots, and Mass Delusions 1:27:43

2M ago1:27:43

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Do you consider yourself to be a rational person? If so, Scott Adams (a.k.a. “The Dilbert Guy”), has some bad news for you. On today’s show, we attempt to surmount our various cognitive dissonances and confirmation biases to better understand “How to See Reality in a More Useful Way,” according to the third chapter of Scott Adams’s 2017 pseudo-rhet…

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Behind the Wheel: Robert Nash, Chief Technology Officer, Petalite 57:14

3M ago57:14

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In today's episode, we welcome Robert Nash, Chief Technology Officer at Petalite. Robert has a wealth of experience in Electrical and Electronic Engineering, particularly within product development for powertrain and energy management for electric vehicles, motorsport, and infrastructure. With over 20 years experience in leadership roles, Robert ha…

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Behind the Wheel: Paul Exley, ETAS 1:05:36

3M ago1:05:36

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Today, we are joined by Paul Exley, the Director of Engineering at ETAS. Spanning almost two decades, Paul's career is nothing short of remarkable. His journey has been a diverse one, encompassing various roles in software development and sales, before seamlessly transitioning into leadership positions including project leader to team leader and ev…

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E87: Self-Immolation as Rhetorical Protest (w/ Dr. James Chase Sanchez) 48:07

3M ago48:07

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Disclaimer: This episode covers sensitive issues related to suicide and self-harm. If this topic makes you uncomfortable, we recommend skipping this episode. If you or someone you know is in crisis, in the US, you can call or text the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline on 988, chat on 988lifeline.org, or text HOME to 741741 to connect with a cris…

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Behind the Wheel: Fredrik Haag, Head of Business Development eMobility, hofer powertrain 1:19:06

3M ago1:19:06

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We are thrilled to be joined by Fredrik Haag, the Head of Business Development eMobility at hofer powertrain. With a remarkable 20-year track record in the automotive industry, Fredrick boasts over a decade of experience as a successful manager. His career took a distinctive turn as he initially stepped away from the automotive sector, only to re-e…

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Behind the Wheel: Mike Soumelidis, Director Advanced Engineering, GKN Automotive 1:17:19

3M ago1:17:19

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Today, we are joined by Mike Soumelidis, the Director for Advanced Engineering at GKN Automotive. With a fascinating career which spans over two decades, Mike has been a key player at renowned automotive organisations such as McLaren Applied, AVL, Romax Technology, and FORD. At GKN Automotive, Mike leads a dynamic team of 40 professionals, where he…

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Behind the Wheel: Andrea Mariotti, VP Engineering, Faction Technology Inc. 1:06:23

3M ago1:06:23

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Today, we are joined by Andrea Mariotti, VP Engineering at Faction Technology Inc. Andrea is an experienced leader and entrepreneur in the automotive with a career spanning over 25 years. Andrea's expertise in machine learning and AI led to patent-worthy innovations and has even created a platform which has been acquired by Google. As a co-founder …

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Behind the Wheel: Fredrik Haag, Hofer Powertrain 1:19:10

3M ago1:19:10

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Today we are joined by Fredrik Haag, the Head of Business Development eMobility at Hofer Powertrain. With a remarkable 20-year track record in the automotive industry, Fredrik boasts over a decade of experience as a successful manager. Fredrik stands out as a highly accomplished team leader, with one of his standout achievements being the remarkabl…

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Behind the Wheel: Rafal Dorociak, FORVIA Hella 40:24

4M ago40:24

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Today, we are joined by Rafal Dorociak, the Global Head of Platform Body Control at FORVIA Hella. Rafal's career journey is a really interesting one. He embarked on a path in functional safety early on, which undoubtedly contributed to his remarkable success. What's particularly inspiring is his willingness to pivot, even when holding high-ranking …

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Behind the Wheel: Bogdan Racotea, SMART Engineering & Development 1:00:08

4M ago1:00:08

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Today, we are joined by Bogdan Racotea, Founder and CEO at SMART Engineering & Development. With a career spanning more than 15 years, Bogdan brings a wealth of experience in the automotive industry, having developed and led numerous successful teams. Having recently embarked on a journey into entrepreneurship, Bogdan is now dedicated to supporting…

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Behind the Yoke: Stéphane Viala, Ascendance Flight Technologies 1:09:52

4M ago1:09:52

1:09:52

In our new series, Behind the Yoke, we are delighted to introduce Stéphane Viala, Engineering and Program Director at Ascendance Flight Technologies. Stéphane's passion for the aviation industry is genuinely inspiring. Boasting nearly three decades of expertise, Stéphane brings extensive experience in the aviation sector, having held various leader…

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Behind the Wheel: Raúl Bartolomé, Harman International 48:10

4M ago48:10

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Today, we're joined by Raúl Bartolomé, Director of Engineering and Software Product Line at HARMAN International, a Samsung company. With over 20 years in the automotive sector, Raúl has led teams in developing complex E/E systems and software products. Holding four degrees, he's currently pursuing a doctorate, showcasing his commitment to continuo…

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M&T Bank's Francesco Lagutaine: Why the Role of the Marketer is that of the Customer Expert 28:50

4M ago28:50

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Francesco Lagutaine, Chief Marketing and Communications Officer, M&T Bank shares the importance of active listening and why bank marketer's need a seat at the executive table to represent the voice of the customer. Thanks for listening! For more episodes go to: https://www.vyasystems.com/podcasts/By Vya

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Behind the Wheel: Arshan Khan, CNH Industrial 46:32

4M ago46:32

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In this episode, we are joined by Arshan Khan, the Global Director of Power Electronics & Electric Machines at CNH Industrial. Arshan's professional journey so far has been extremely interesting. Pioneering the field of electric vehicles, he boasts over a decade of invaluable expertise in vehicle electrification, acquired through his time at esteem…

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Behind the Wheel: Murat Erdogan, Magna Electronics 54:40

5M ago54:40

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We're excited to welcome, Murat Erdogan Senior Manager Safety Confirmation Measures at Magna Electronics Limited · Murat first entered the automotive industry after gaining invaluable experience at Fraunhofer IESE, where he worked on diverse projects within the sector, including early exposure to ADAS. His journey in the functional safety domain ha…

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Behind the Wheel: Sebastian Sheppard, Alphine F1 56:44

5M ago56:44

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In the Behind the Wheel podcast, we welcome Sebastian Sheppard, Engineering Manager at Alpine F1. Sebastian has built an extremely interesting and diverse career. Beginning in the Royal Navy, he shifted from flying helicopters to building them. Advancing through the defence sector, he eventually made a bold move into the fast-paced world of Formula…

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Making It Real with Luke Piette: Reverse Engineering your Optimal Life Path 1:01:01

5M ago1:01:01

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A conversation between TKS alum Isabella Grandić (2018) and Luke Piette (2017) about life, growth, education, and community. They dive into: The value (and challenges) of taking an unconventional path Luke's experience founding Edyfi, an alternative to university for exceptional young outliers that scaled to 5 locations, 100+ community members,~$40…

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Making It Real with Shagun Maheshwari: Practice Being an Outsider 1:03:52

5M ago1:03:52

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A conversation between TKS alum Isabella Grandić (2018-2020) and Shagun Maheshwari (2017-2019) about solving the world's biggest problems, going to college, and being confident in your decisions. They dive into: Leaning in to being an outsider Shagun's experience founding Voltx (raised pre-seed of $1M), a machine learning platform to accelerate bat…

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Making It Real with Nadeem Nathoo: Becoming the Primary Activator in Your Life 1:21:44

5M ago1:21:44

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A special Season 1 finale edition of the Making It Real Podcast with TKS Founder, Nadeem Nathoo. Nadeem and Isabella sit down to chat about the value of early exposure to emerging technologies, life after TKS, identifying the world’s biggest problems, and frameworks for intentionally viewing the world and yourself. They dive into: Global inflection…

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E86: Discourse & Manipulation (Part 2) 1:17:09

6M ago1:17:09

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On today’s show, Alex and Calvin continue to break down the concept of “Manipulation” in rhetoric and political discourse, recapping part one of this series, demonstrating strategies for identifying and critiquing manipulation, and discussing how this kind of large-scale “mind control” is affecting contemporary foreign policy discourse in the US. T…

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Behind the Wheel: Steffen Irmscher, Bosch 52:57

6M ago52:57

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Today, we are joined by Steffen Irmscher, Customer Chief Engineer for Electrification and Fuel Cell at Bosch. With a career spanning almost 20 years, Steffen's expertise extends a broad spectrum, including electric powertrain components, fuel cells, as well as electronic control systems and connected software solutions. Interestingly, Steffen's jou…

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Behind the Wheel: Marin Vidas, RIMAC 33:19

6M ago33:19

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Today, we are excited to introduce Marin Vidas, the Embedded Hardware Development Manager at RIMAC. Marin's career is a testament to his remarkable achievements in a relatively short yet dynamic period. Commencing his journey in the automotive sector in 2017, Marin initially joined RIMAC on a voluntary basis, demonstrating his commitment before bei…

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Making It Real with Sofia Sanchez: Focus on Cultivating Yourself 59:58

6M ago59:58

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A conversation between TKS alum Isabella Grandić and ⁠Sofia Sanchez ⁠⁠about doing things that scare you, building things you're proud of, and biological technology for human and planetary health They dive into: Sustainable textiles and Sofia’s experience developing better engineering tools for plants at Stanford’s Brophy lab The scary decision to l…

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E85: Discourse and Manipulation 1:22:35

6M ago1:22:35

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On today’s show, Alex and Calvin break down the concept of “Manipulation” in rhetoric and political discourse. We outline some key strategies for identifying and critiquing manipulation, and discuss its social and political implications as a form of large-scale “mind control.” The term manipulation, as we define it, comes from a school of linguisti…

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Behind the Wheel: Irmtraut Meister, Magna 54:17

6M ago54:17

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Welcome to our series, Behind the Wheel, where we explore the fascinating world of the E/E automotive industry. Today, we're thrilled to introduce Imrtraut Meister, Cyber Security Manager at Magna Powertrain. Imrtraut's journey into the automotive world began with a degree in Mechatronics and a passion for cars. As her career evolved, Imrtraut pivo…

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Making It Real with Urszula Solarz: The Core Memories Are Still to Come 56:57

6M ago56:57

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A conversation between TKS alum Isabella Grandić and Urszula (Ula) Solarz⁠ ⁠about identifying and leading from your core values, the problematic use of the term “girl boss”, creating valuable content, and getting comfortable taking things off your to-do list. They dive into: Ula’s experience as a writer studying Economics and Computer Science at Ya…

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Behind the Wheel: Raghavendra Satyanarayan, Nikola 1:08:02

7M ago1:08:02

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Welcome to our new series, Behind the Wheel, where we explore the fascinating world of the E/E automotive industry. Today, we're joined by Raghavendra Satyanarayan, the Senior Director of Systems Engineering at Nikola. With over two decades of experience in the automotive sector, Raghavendra’s journey has been nothing short of remarkable. What trul…

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