Best FRANCOIS X Podcasts (2024)

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Comet's Isabella Drolz Explains How 3D X-Ray Uses AI to Help Build AI Chips 20:52

5d ago20:52

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Send us a text In this episode, Francoise von Trapp speaks with Isabella Drolz from Comet about how AI is revolutionizing semiconductor inspection strategies, particularly in 3D X-ray systems. They discuss how AI is being used to find structural defects in advanced chip packages, and also how 3D inspection is being used to develop advanced AI techn…

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So You Want To Be an Interconnectologist? A Conversation with Simon McElrea of LQDX 34:43

12d ago34:43

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Send us a text In this episode, Francoise speaks with Simon McElrea, an interconnectologist, about his career in and the evolution of interconnectology, emphasizing its importance in semiconductor packaging. McElrea discusses his roles at semiconductor start-ups like Vertical Circuits and Invensas; his foray into wireless charging at Energous and F…

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Monita Pau and Jiangtao Hu Talk About Addressing The Challenges of Metrology for Advanced Packaging 29:58

19d ago29:58

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Send us a text In this episode, Françoise von Trapp talks with Onto Innovation’s Monita Pau and Jiangtao Hu about metrology for advanced packaging – why do we need it? What are the challenges, and how do we solve them? In semiconductor manufacturing front-end processes, metrology has always been a critical step to ensure consistency of very fine fe…

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Tarak Railkar and Benson Chan Preview IMAPS Symposium 2024 23:40

26d ago23:40

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Send us a text In this episode, Tarak Railkar and Benson Chan join Françoise von Trapp for a preview of The IMAPS International Symposium 2024, which takes place in Boston from September 30 to October 3, 2024. This year's symposium focuses on heterogeneous integration for paradigm-shifting microelectronics and photonics. It will feature a five-trac…

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Bruce Kim of SurplusGLOBAL: The Impact of the CHIPS Act on the Secondary Equipment Market 24:31

1M ago24:31

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Send us a text In this episode, Françoise von Trapp speaks with Bruce Kim, of SurplusGLOBAL, for an update on the semiconductor secondary equipment market, and how the US. and European Chips Acts are impacting it. They also discuss the trend of top-tier OEMS prioritizing the development of innovative technology rather than investing in legacy tools…

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Episode 256- In conversation with owner and founder of Wind Vintage, Eric Wind 37:19

1M ago37:19

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In this episode, Amit has a conversation w/ Eric Wind, the owner and founder of Wind Vintage, who is widely regarded as one of the leading experts on vintage watches globally. They discuss Eric's journey into the world of watches, including the pivotal writing piece that launched his career at Christie's, his transition to creating his own platform…

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30 Years of Underfill Technology: How Societal and Technological Challenges Impact Materials Development 26:08

1M ago26:08

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Send us a text In this episode, Françoise von Trapp and underfill materials expert, Dick Jensen, NAMICS corporation explore the societal and technological challenges that impact microelectronic materials development. The conversation focuses on the evolution of underfill materials development over the past 30 years. They discuss the importance of u…

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Episode 255- A great conversation with the owner at Officine Autodromo, Bradley Price 1:02:19

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In this episode, Amit has a great conversation with the owner at Officine Autodromo, Bradley Price. They talk about what fueled Bradley to start this original and innovative brand, their shared love for 80's & 90's pop culture and so much more! Amit would love to help you with all your watch needs. He does charge a $150 consultation fee. This fee i…

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SEMICON West 2024: Updates on The SEMI Climate Consortium and Workforce Development 33:18

2M ago33:18

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Send us a text This episode was recorded live at SEMICON West 2024 – SEMI’s flagship tradeshow where the global industry gathers to showcase its latest products and technologies; and discuss topics critical to the industry’s growth. Two of these continue to be Sustainability and Workforce Development. Today’s guests will address both these topics. …

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EXTRA: Witnessing Foundry 2.0 In Action with NHanced Semiconductor's Bob Patti and Carl Petteway 53:29

2M ago53:29

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Send us a text For this 3D InCites Podcast Extra, Françoise von Trapp traveled to Morrisville, North Carolina, to witness Foundry 2.0 in action at NHanced Semiconductors. She speaks with founder and CEO Bob Patti about his vision for the company, which is based on implementing the Foundry 2.0 business model he conceptualized. It involves sourcing d…

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Energetic Self Care, Spiritual Protection & being an Empowered Empath with Psychic Medium Natalee Finn 36:29

2M ago36:29

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Natalee Finn is a Spiritual Healer and Teacher, a Divine Channel, a Speaker, a Medium, an Intuitive Coach and Mum to Michael. She is a Libran with a Pisces rising, a Lover of Nature, a Dream Ignitor and a Spiritual Seeker. Her heart and soul lights up seeing others connecting to their own intuition and she has guided thousands of people, helping th…

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Navigating The Touchpoints of the Semiconductor Equipment Journey 43:01

2M ago43:01

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Send us a text The semiconductor industry supply chain continues to capture attention as general awareness about the importance of semiconductors in our everyday lives grows. The news of global expansion and ongoing delays of new fabs coming online is constant. But have you ever stopped to think how complicated it is to outfit a fab with its highly…

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3D InCites Members Share Perspectives from SEMICON West 2024 1:45:02

2M ago1:45:02

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Send us a text This week’s episode was recorded live at SEMICON West where 10 of our community members have news to share. The conversation focused on the latest advancements in semiconductor technology, including lithography, packaging, and materials. Speakers discussed the need to reduce power consumption in AI chips, the potential of using inter…

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Undersecretary Jose Fernandez on Securing Critical Supply Chains in the 21st Century 19:41

2M ago19:41

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Send us a text Recorded live at SEMICON West 2024, SEMI’s flagship tradeshow where the global semiconductor industry gathers to discuss important matters and showcase new products and technology. This episode features Françoise von Trapp’s conversation with Jose Fernandez, Under Secretary of Economic Growth, Energy, and The Environment for the Depa…

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Dr. Laurie Locascio, Undersecretary of Commerce, Talks about U.S. Investment in Semiconductor Manufacturing 18:03

2M ago18:03

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Send us a text Recorded live at SEMICON West 2024, the flagship tradeshow for SEMI, where the entire industry gathers to showcase their latest products and technologies. Françoise von Trapp interviews Laurie Locascio, Director of NIST and the Under Secretary of Commerce for Standards and Technology to learn more about the US CHIPS and Science Act, …

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Siemens' AJ Incorvaia Explains the Evolution of EDA Tools for Advanced Packaging and 3D ICs 27:38

3M ago27:38

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Send us a text Françoise von Trapp and AJ Incorvaia discuss the evolution of EDA tools for 3D integration and design tools for 3D ICs and packaging. They talk about the need for real-time 3D visualization and automation capabilities to enable the design and manufacturing of complex 3D ICs. They also highlighted the growing importance of digital twi…

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How Do You Break Through the Silicon Ceiling? A Conversation with Christine King 33:23

3M ago33:23

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Send us a text In this episode, Françoise von Trapp speaks with Christine King, the world’s first woman CEO of a semiconductor company, about her journey from near destitution to success in a male-dominated industry. Christine recently published a memoir about her journey, called Breaking Through the Silicon Ceiling, which details her journey and p…

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The Saxony Story: How to Develop a Global Semiconductor Cluster 37:32

3M ago37:32

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Send us a text Saxony, Germany, has a strong potential to become a global semiconductor location due to its long history in traditional industries, technological base, vast talent pool, strategic location, and investment in education and new talent. In this episode, Françoise von Trapp speaks with Andreas Lippert, of Saxony Trade and Invest, and Ja…

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Highlights and Aha! Moments of ECTC 2024: A Recap with Karlheinz Bock and Michael Mayer 24:53

3M ago24:53

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Send us a text Françoise von Trapp talks with ECTC 2024 General Chair, Karlheinz Bock and Program Chair, Michael Mayer about highlights and key takeaways from the 2024 IEEE Electronic Component Technology Conference. (ECTC 2024). Bock and Mayer discussed the growth of ECTC 2024, and how focusing on strategic decisions such as changing the format an…

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Community Members Share Insights from ECTC 2024 1:52:16

4M ago1:52:16

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Send us a text This episode features conversations at ECTC 2024 with 11 of 3D InCites community members. You’ll learn about their perspectives on the hottest topics of the times such as thermal management and power issues for AI devices, and glass core substrates versus organic substrates. You’ll also learn about their latest technology advancement…

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ECTC 2024: Can Photonics Solve the AI Energy Problem? Why is Process Control so Critical to Advanced Packaging? 33:29

4M ago33:29

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Send us a text Recorded live at the 2024 Electronic Component Technology Conference, this episode features conversations Francoise von Trapp has with Keynote Speaker Keren Bergman, Columbia University and co-founder of Xscape Photonics, and Chet Lennox, of KLA. Bergman explains the potential of photonics in AI applications to improve energy efficie…

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Episode 254- A conversation w/award winning independent Master Watchmaker, Jean-Francois Mojon 38:21

4M ago38:21

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In this episode, Amit has a very candid conversation w/ award winning independent Master Watchmaker, Jean-Francois Mojon. They talk about Jean-Francois's amazing journey in the watch industry, starting at SMH (Now Swatch Group), his time at IWC from 1995 and their shared love for the technical. Amit highlight's Jean-Francois's impressive repertoire…

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SEMI America’s Joe Stockunas Talks About SEMICON West Past, Present and Future 25:58

4M ago25:58

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Send us a text In this preview episode for SEMICON West 2024, Françoise von Trapp and SEMI America’s President Joe Stockunas talk about SEMICON West's Past, Present, and Future. The discussion emphasizes the need for collaboration in the semiconductor industry and the important role SEMI plays in supporting the interests of its global members. Joe …

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LPKF Laser & Electronic’s Richard Noack Explains the Growing Importance of Glass Substrates for HPC and Chiplet Advanced Packaging 29:58

4M ago29:58

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Send us a text Glass has long been explored as an alternative substrate material to organic laminates and silicon. As high-performance computing and chiplets HPC push the boundaries of existing technology, they are demanding innovative packaging solutions, beginning with innovative substrate materials. This is paving the way for glass. In this epis…

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Episode 253- Tag Heuer released a NEW F1 in collab w/Kith 13:37

5M ago13:37

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In this Episode, Amit talks about the NEW Tag Heuer F1 collab with NYC Fashion and Lifestyle brand, Kith. He talks about how when he was in retail, he sold the original Tag Heuer F1 in the early nineties, what he thinks about this NEW limited edition. an interview on Talking Watches on Hodinkee with Kith Founder, Ronnie Fieg and so much more. Amit …

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Techno DJ Airod reveals his biggest inspirations 30:48

5M ago30:48

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In this week’s episode of Playful Podcast, we are at Latitude Record store and meet with the French DJ and Producer – Airod.In this episode we’re speaking about: – His journey and when he made the decision to focus on music Records that influenced him and his production journey, as well as development as an artist – His view on the scene at broad A…

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Womb Healing, Shakti Yoga and Breast Massage with Jasmine Rose 1:02:50

6M ago1:02:50

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Jasmine Rose is a Yogini and Women’s Temple Keeper, devoted to the Feminine Mysteries. She is the Foundress of the Shakti Yoga School where she teaches and trains facilitators in her Womb-Centred Yoga Method specifically designed for the female body. She is a Wise Womb Medicine Practitioner and has been guiding women to awaken their embodied wisdom…

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Conversations with the Winners of the 2024 3D InCites Awards 44:20

6M ago44:20

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Send us a text This episode features the winners of this year’s 3D InCites Awards. These included five technology enablement awards, one sustainability award, the Adele Hars Award for DEI, and an award for Best Place to Work. Nils Anspach, of LPKF & Laser Electronics, explains the company’s laser-based deep etching technology for glass substrates i…

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Member Spotlight: IMAPS Devices Packaging Conference Celebrates 20 Years 54:28

6M ago54:28

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Send us a text This episode was recorded live at the IMAPS Device Packaging Conference – helping celebrate the event’s 20th year. The record turnout included many of our 3D InCites Community members. Françoise von Trapp spoke with several of them who were exhibiting and presenting, and in some cases, simply attending. Alex Ospina of ACM Research di…

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IMAPS Global Business Council: Repatriating the U.S. Semiconductor Ecosystem 38:14

6M ago38:14

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Send us a text This episode was recorded live at IMAPS DPC, where the Spring version of the Global Business Council focused on Geopolitics Fueling the Repatriation of the Semiconductor Ecosystem. To get the complete picture of the collaboration happening, Françoise von Trapp speaks with representatives of the government, industry, and academia. Dan…

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A Sacred Heart’s Journey: Cacao, Mother Earth & the Elements with Simone of Elementals Love Aloha 58:24

6M ago58:24

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Simone upholds a special relationship with the Elements and Mother Earth. This relationship stems from many lifetimes of exploring rituals and undertaking sacred plant medicine ceremonies, following shamanic ancient traditions and the rites of passage and honouring his plants and human teachers. He came into his body in the Northern Hemisphere, in …

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The AI Explosion, Chiplet Architectures, and Enabling the Future of Moore’s Law: Conversations from IMAPS DPC 2024 34:13

6M ago34:13

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Send us a text This episode was recorded live at the IMAPS Device Packaging Conference in Fountain Hill AZ, where several of the keynote talks focused on chiplet architectures and heterogeneous integration for semiconductor device manufacturing, assembly, test, and packaging. Françoise von Trapp talks with Arvind Kumar, of 3D InCites member company…

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Embodied Living, Reconnecting to our Body's Wisdom with Nancy Jackson 1:05:32

6M ago1:05:32

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Nancy Jackson is an embodiment teacher, sound and energy healer, and intuitive channel of wisdom and vision. She guides men and women to rediscover their true selves, shift conditioned patterns and fears with ease, and illuminate their sacred soul magic through embodiment, empowerment, and spiritual path enlightenment. Her mission as a steward for …

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Chloé: About Berghain and her way to a career in Techno 27:12

6M ago27:12

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In this week’s episode of Playful Podcast, we meet with the French DJ, producer and label owner of Lumiere Noire – CHLOÉ. Chloé has been involved in dance music for over two decades, and in this conversation we speak about: – What music has meant to her in her upbringing – Her view on career and how she made the decision on focusing on music – What…

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SEMI ISS Europe Panel: Empowering Semiconductor Excellence in Europe 55:06

6M ago55:06

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Send us a text In this episode, recorded live at SEMI ISS Europe, Françoise von Trapp hands over the mic to SEMI Europe President, Laith Altimime, who leads a discussion on the European chip industry’s growth and challenges, and whether the European Chips Act will strengthen Europe towards its 20% vision goal. Panelists include: Manfred Horstmann, …

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SEMI ISS Europe: Creating Resilient Semiconductor Supply Chains and The Impact of Geopolitics on Energy 49:44

7M ago49:44

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Send us a text This week’s episode was recorded at ISS Europe, in Vienna, where the European semiconductor industries key strategists gathered to plan the path forward and forge a sustainable path to securing 20% of the global semiconductor market. One of the main topics continues to be building a resilient semiconductor supply chain. In the first …

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International Women’s Day Special: Creating a Culture of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Belonging 34:01

7M ago34:01

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Send us a text In honor of International Women’s Day (IWD 2024), 3D InCites partnered with SEMI ISS to bring you this episode on how companies are fostering and implementing DEIB and allyship into their corporate culture. Françoise von Trapp speaks with Nigel Wenden, CEO of WGNSTAR, Laura Matz, CTO of Merck KGAA Darmstadt Germany; and Mike Rosa, CM…

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Astral Travel, Lucid & Prophetic Dreams with Chantelle Salisbury 1:13:47

7M ago1:13:47

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Chantelle Salisbury is an energy alchemist that works with various tools in unearthing the true magic that's in each of us! She uses things such as reiki energy, sound healing, crystal healing, psychic development, intuitive card readings, angel numbers, angel numerology, holistic counselling and her guides to assist clients. She is a nature lover,…

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Episode 252-Does size matter when it comes to watches? 20:23

7M ago20:23

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In this episode, Amit talks about the "controversial" issue of size with regards to watches and what he thinks is appropriate when it comes to proportions. Amit would love to help you with all your watch needs. He does charge a $150 consultation fee. This fee is for his time. However, if you purchase a watch through Amit within a year, he does appl…

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Episode 251- How educating a top NBA Player made me better at what I do 13:24

7M ago13:24

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In this episode, Amit talks about an experience he had educating a Top NBA Player and how it made him better at selling watches to high profile and wealthy people. Amit would love to help you with all your watch needs. He does charge a $150 consultation fee. This fee is for his time. However, if you purchase a watch through Amit within a year, he d…

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Unveiling the Magic of Shungite & Sacred Sound with Jerome Zoran - Part One: Jerome talks about his Spiritual Awakening 47:21

8M ago47:21

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Jerome Zoran brings you a unique real world experience, combining rare spiritual throat chakra activation practices with the 2 billion year old power of the Shungite Stone. Jerome’s spiritual development path has taken him on a deep and beautiful journey with the Goddess and with many other Divine Beings. He is an initiated Priest of Goddess Isis, …

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Episode 250- What are 5 things you should consider when buying a watch and starting a collection? 8:00

8M ago8:00

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In this episode, Amit talks about the 5 things you should consider when buying a watch and starting a collection according to his 30+ years of experience in the watch industry. To read the article, click HERE. Amit would love to help you with all your watch needs. He does charge a $150 consultation fee. This fee is for his time. However, if you pur…

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Episode 249-A golden opportunity to move to Vegas... 11:05

8M ago11:05

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In this episode, Amit talks about how he got an opportunity to move to Vegas in 2010 to open a celebrity jeweler's first store at the Cosmopolitan Hotel, co designing a cool bracelet and working with and meeting one of his fave bands. Amit would love to help you with all your watch needs. He does charge a $150 consultation fee. This fee is for his …

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Episode 248- The genius of the Omega Speedmaster X Moon Swatch 19:39

8M ago19:39

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In this episode, Amit talks about the genius of the Omega Speedmaster X Moon Swatch and how it has come full circle with his 30+ year watch career. Amit would love to help you with all your watch needs. He does charge a $150 consultation fee. This fee is for his time. However, if you purchase a watch through Amit within a year, he does apply the $1…

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Unveiling the Magic of Shungite & Sacred Sound with Jerome Zoran - Part Two: Jerome talks about Shungite Healing, Mediumship, Channeling, Manifesting and Master Chung Fu 54:26

8M ago54:26

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Jerome Zoran brings you a unique real world experience, combining rare spiritual throat chakra activation practices with the 2 billion year old power of the Shungite Stone. Jerome’s spiritual development path has taken him on a deep and beautiful journey with the Goddess and with many other Divine Beings. He is an initiated Priest of Goddess Isis, …

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Scott Hayes and Amy Lujan Talk About The History of IMAPS DPC and The Line-up for 2024 26:44

8M ago26:44

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Send us a text The International Microelectronics and Packaging Society’s Device Packaging Conference (IMAPS DPC) celebrates its 20th year this year. The conference takes place March 19-21, in Fountain Hills, AZ. In this episode, Françoise von Trapp speaks with Scott Hayes, General Chair, IMAPS DPC, and Amy Lujan, General Chair-Elect of IMAPS DPC a…

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Cassie Raptor: Is Techno Becoming faster and faster? 45:33

8M ago45:33

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In this weeks episode of Playful Podcast we’re meeting with DJ and Producer Cassie Raptor. In this conversation we speak about: – Who she was as a teenager and how not compromising is in all her essence. – How it was like making the decision to choose a career of djing and producing and the struggles that has come along the way. – About making conn…

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Miracles, Soul Babies & Manifestation within Fertility & Pregnancy with Françoise Molenaar 1:00:55

8M ago1:00:55

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Françoise Molenaar is a researcher, podcast host and meditation teacher specialised in mindful and embodied fertility. As an award-winning political scientist and conflict researcher, she used to travel the world to study and advise on how communities can increase their resilience in the face of violent conflict and extremism. But as her own fertil…

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Sita Abellán: Becoming a Producer and Being True to Herself 42:04

8M ago42:04

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In this week’s episode of Playful Podcast, we meet with DJ, model, designer, stylist, AND techno producer - Sita Abellán, who just released her first EP under artist name SITA, on Héctor Oaks label KAOS. In this conversation, we speak about: – Her teenage years and walking her own path as people told her she was weird – What starting to produce her…

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Jean-Christophe Eloy and Jan Vardaman Explain How Chiplets and Advanced Packaging will Rule the World 21:59

8M ago21:59

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Send us a text In this episode, Françoise von Trapp and Jean Christophe Eloy of Yole Group, discuss the future of advanced packaging and chiplets in the semiconductor industry, and how these technologies will revolutionize the industry. Get ready for a deep dive into a technology discussion. From Jean-Christophe, you’ll learn how chiplets differ fr…

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