Best Stephen Hawes Podcasts (2024)

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Ep. 29 - Managing Customer Support 57:50

5d ago57:50

57:50

Finding the right way to offer customer support can be tricky. You can't run everything yourself forever if you intend to continue your growth. There are so many ways this can go wrong, so make sure to take the time to plan this out as best as possible before you dive in. You can thank us later. In this episode, we will dive deep into how we handle…

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Ep. 28 - Design Decisions 1:16:38

19d ago1:16:38

1:16:38

It's here! The LumenPnP V4 is finally here, and we wanted to share some of our design decisions and explain why we made some of the choices we did. From wants to necessity, it wasn't easy. It took years of feedback, but we couldn't be happier with what has come from all of it. We wouldn't be where we are without the help of our community and the ha…

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Ep. 27 - Launch Day 1:02:08

1M ago1:02:08

1:02:08

You did it! You worked hard to prepare everything for launch day, but now it is time to put it all into action. Take what you have learned from the last two episodes and prepare for one of the most fun and stressful days you will ever have. Stephen and Lucian have experienced their fair share of ups and downs with different launch days and are read…

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Ep. 26 - Preparing for a Product Launch - Part 2 1:00:21

2M ago1:00:21

1:00:21

As we gear up for launch day, listen to the conclusion of Preparing for Launch. (If you haven't listened to Part 1, we highly recommend doing so before diving into this episode!) Stephen and Lucian will cover topics like internal work instructions, setting up your PLM software, press kits, and so much more. This is really fun to talk about because …

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Ep. 25 - Preparing for a Product Launch - Part 1 56:09

2M ago56:09

56:09

What actually goes into launching a hardware product? What can be worked on in advance, and what has to be perfectly timed with the launch date? We'll explore how to structure the necessary planning and share some of the things we have learned through multiple launches we have done ourselves. There is so much to unpack here that we had to break up …

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QUICK(ISH) CAST - The Great Whites in Atlantic Canada 25:34

3M ago25:34

25:34

Welcome back! With Shark Week in full swing on the Discovery Channel, they recently aired their first shark documentary filmed in our region, aptly named "The Great White North." The episode showcases the growing population of Great White sharks in the North Atlantic. Both local and visiting researchers head out on some boat and go cage diving with…

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Ep. 24 - Open Hardware Licenses ft. Thea Flowers 1:25:21

3M ago1:25:21

1:25:21

What does it mean to license something in a way that works for you and your project? Does this fall under copyright or a patent? (The answer may surprise you!) The president of the Open Source Hardware Association, Thea Flowers, stopped by to school us on open hardware licensing, and it was much needed. We start by going over the scope of permissiv…

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QUICK CAST - Paris Olympics 2024 21:18

3M ago21:18

21:18

Today, we'll discuss the upcoming Summer Olympic Games in Paris, starting on July 26th. This Olympics is set to be particularly unique, with a strong focus on sustainability and gender equality, and the introduction of new sports. Paris 2024 aims to be the most eco-friendly Olympics ever, with a 50% reduction in carbon emissions compared to previou…

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Ep. 23 - Making Money with Open Source Hardware 1:00:20

3M ago1:00:20

1:00:20

It is challenging to succeed with open hardware while keeping it sustainable and still making enough money to pay the bills. But there are ways to do it! In this episode, we dive into how you can succeed in doing open hardware. Plus, we talk about how vastly different open hardware is compared to open software. Do you have any questions, comments, …

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The Muskrat Falls Project 33:14

3M ago33:14

33:14

The Muskrat Falls Project represents a complex case of balancing benefits and drawbacks. While it contributes significantly to renewable energy generation, energy security, and economic development, it has also been plagued by financial overruns, environmental and social impacts, technical challenges, and governance issues. The project's experience…

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Ep. 22 - Pricing Your Product 1:00:10

4M ago1:00:10

1:00:10

Pricing your product can be a daunting task. Set the price too high, and you risk alienating potential customers. Set it too low, and you may find yourself struggling to sustain your business. While there's no "one-size-fits-all" formula, our experience in this field has given us some perspective on how to approach it! Adafruit Blog Post: https://l…

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The Tragedy of the Empress of Ireland with Mr. Stephen Ernst 1:15:00

4M ago1:15:00

1:15:00

The Empress of Ireland tragedy occurred on May 29, 1914, when the Canadian Pacific passenger liner RMS Empress of Ireland collided with the Norwegian collier SS Storstad in the foggy waters of the St. Lawrence River, Quebec, Canada. The collision led to the rapid sinking of the Empress of Ireland, which went down within 14 minutes, resulting in the…

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Ep. 21 - Incorporating Community Feedback 59:14

4M ago59:14

59:14

Trying to find the best way to incorporate community feedback can be tough, especially when that feedback is criticism. You have to be the director of your project's path, know where it has to go, and be opinionated. You have to assume they mean well in their criticism and you need to really show off the work that was done when a community member a…

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QUICK CAST – SailGP 25:46

4M ago25:46

25:46

This coming weekend is the SailGP event in Halifax NS. If you don’t know yet, Sail GP is an international sailing competition that features F50 foiling catamarans. These vessel travel between 40 and 50 knots in a tight race course in some of the most famous harbours in the world. There are ten teams vying for the season winner. After Halifax, there…

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Introduction to the Bluenose legend 31:57

5M ago31:57

31:57

Today on the podcast I’m going to try something a little different. First off, the topic for today’s discussion will be all on the Bluenose II. However, instead of having a guest, I thought I’d take a crack at this one myself. I was once a bit of a tour guide for the Bluenose II during the rebuild of the vessel, and then later as a crew member, it’…

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Ep. 20 - Leasing a Space 1:31:25

5M ago1:31:25

1:31:25

When do you decide to sign a commercial real estate lease? Do you truly need one? These are challenging questions, but in this episode, we're here to help. Stephen and Lucian will walk you through what's acceptable, what's not, what factors to consider, what could be deal breakers, and all the other aspects of this decision. Getting this right is c…

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Ep. 19 - Cost Downs (Reducing Costs in Your Supply Chain) 1:09:35

5M ago1:09:35

1:09:35

What is the process of reducing costs in your supply chain without making your product worse? This is a tricky subject and needs to be handled with care. Luckily for you, we have already gone through this many times and can help you successfully cost down your supply chain by helping you find another way to potentially save money and what to look f…

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Uncomplicating the outdoors with Mr. Jeremy Hawes 1:01:18

5M ago1:01:18

1:01:18

These days, I personally feel like there is a disconnect for myself and others in what we do on the day-to-day and the outdoors. I am willing to wager that I am not the only one who feels this way. I mean, I don’t mean that I am still going outside to build a tree fort with my brother, but rather just general activity outdoors. So much of our lives…

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Ticks! with Dr. Laura Ferguson. 44:08

5M ago44:08

44:08

Today we are talking ticks. This is the tick-talk episode. This is a discussion about the parasitic bugs that creepily crawl slowly up your legs, embed their little heads into your nooks and crannies and suck your blood. They are a serious external parasite that can carry a variety of different pathogens. The most well-known is Lyme disease. Here i…

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Ep. 18 - How to Write a PRD (Product Requirement Document) 51:41

6M ago51:41

51:41

Ever wonder if your product is truly worth the time and effort it takes to bring it to market? How can you ensure it resonates with your target audience? This episode delves into the significance of a PRD and discusses how it can pave the way for your product's success from the very beginning. PRD Template: https://github.com/opulo-inc/prd-template…

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The Titanic with Mr. Stephen Ernst 44:12

6M ago44:12

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Today on the Pod we will be discussing the Titanic. As probably all listeners are likely aware, this vessel – infamously touted as unsinkable –sank on its maiden voyage from Southampton to New York. Of the 2200 people on board, over 1500 people lost their lives that night in the cold, ice ridden Atlantic. This makes it one of the largest maritime d…

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Introduction to the Kinley Coast 7:36

6M ago7:36

7:36

This will be a cultural podcast based in Atlantic Canada. The style of the pod cast should be classified as a kitchen table gab. That is to say, we will do our best to be accurate, but this will likely be more of an anecdotal approach to subjects. Some topic ideas to look forward to would be historical subjects, (like the Springhill mining disaster…

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Ep. 17 - Do's and Don'ts of Naming Your Company 1:02:28

6M ago1:02:28

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Ep. 16 - Open Hardware with Thea Flowers 1:25:38

7M ago1:25:38

1:25:38

In this episode, we sit down with Thea Flowers, a huge advocate for open source who has done many things to be a beacon of light for others who believe in open source and open hardware as well. From running her own open-hardware synthesizer company to working at Google, Thea has contributed to many big projects and has even been a paid musician. Sh…

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Ep. 15 - Offloading (Making Yourself Obsolete) 54:01

7M ago54:01

54:01

How do you make yourself obsolete? That question may sound odd at first, but as Opulo continues to grow, how do Stephen and Lucian handle offloading their tasks to others while maintaining the speed and precision needed to keep up with demand? This topic was a user-submitted topic from our O.H.M. Podcast Channel found on our Discord. Thank you, app…

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Ep. 14 - Owning Your Data 47:35

8M ago47:35

47:35

What does it take to own your data, and when is it okay to hand over the reins? Should you self-host or not? Stephen and Lucian discuss topics like when it is okay to give up some control for convenience and how to walk that fine line. Plus, they talk about what would happen if Discord or Google went belly-up tomorrow and how that would affect your…

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Ep. 13 - Hardware Release Cycle 1:06:17

8M ago1:06:17

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Stephen and Lucian are asked to divulge more detail about how they handle making a new hardware release and how it is much more involved than a software release. Software is changeable, but hardware is permanent. That makes a big difference when considering what goes into a hardware release, including what you should do between prototyping and rele…

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Ep. 12 - Improving FreeCAD ft. Brad Collette from Ondsel 1:19:24

9M ago1:19:24

1:19:24

In this episode, we're excited to have guest Brad Collette! Brad is the cofounder and CTO of Ondsel, an Open-Core company working to improve FreeCAD. Ondsel is also building features on top of FreeCAD that are aimed specifically at commercial applications. We hear how Brad has been involved with FreeCAD development for over a decade, started Ondsel…

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Ep. 11 - Quality Control 1:08:25

10M ago1:08:25

1:08:25

How do you make sure that the things being sent out your door are to the standard of quality that you would expect? How do you try to overcome human error when considering quality control checks? What's a QC Buddy, and why is traceability important? Take a lesson from Stephen and Lucian as they dive into this beefy topic that is hard to contain in …

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Ep. 10 - Automation Equipment 42:10

10M ago42:10

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Automation tools can be a robot you bought off the internet, or it can be something you make yourself. When should you automate a task? Would automation reduce mistakes, improve quality, or improve joy? Sometimes, but not always! In this episode, Stephen and Lucian hope you learn something from some of their mistakes and some of their wins with aut…

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Ep. 9 - Time Management 57:48

11M ago57:48

57:48

When it comes to time management, everything can seem important, but what is the most important to tackle right away? Picking between these can be tricky, yet finding the balance between being efficient and not running into burnout is important to figure out. Stephen and Lucian dive into the issues they have run into and how they have found solutio…

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Ep. 8 - Ryan from V1 Engineering 1:40:14

11M ago1:40:14

1:40:14

Ryan from V1 Engineering sits down to talk to us about how the desire for a 3D printer led to the birth of V1 Engineering. From working for free to outgrowing his jobs, Ryan had no plans to start a business and even pushed back from the idea of it. With a tremendous amount of attention and desire for his CNC design on Thingiverse, he finally listen…

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Ep. 7 - Buying Stock 1:16:38

11M ago1:16:38

1:16:38

In this episode, we guide you through what is essential to prepare for when buying stock. Whether you're just starting to sell your product or managing it while your company is already in full swing, Stephen and Lucian share their personal experiences and answer some of the most challenging questions in this category. They discuss topics such as ho…

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Ep. 6 - Research and Development 57:03

12M ago57:03

57:03

How much are you focusing on existing products vs new products for the future? Do you stick with the customer base that is reliable or do you take a risk? In this episode, Stephen and Lucian will talk about tailoring to existing customers without losing what will bring in new customers, plus learning about 'the onion of tolerance'. They will even t…

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Ep. 5 - Community Communication 1:16:08

1y ago1:16:08

1:16:08

Communicating effectively with your community on an open source project is vital to keeping your project alive and healthy. But how do you make the right choice with so many options out there? Tune in and find out how Stephen and Lucian have made the tough calls of where to start and what they learned along the way! To learn more about what we do, …

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Ep. 4 - Launching the Longmill - ft. Chris from Sienci Labs 1:49:20

1y ago1:49:20

1:49:20

In this episode, we have our first guest! Chris is the cofounder and CTO of Sienci Labs, which makes the open source LongMill CNC. We hear how Chris and his cofounder Andy started the company, launching two successful Kickstarters, and what they have planned for the future. Now that we've had Chris on the show, we'll have him back for other episode…

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Ep. 3 - Tools While Scaling Up; How Much Structure is Too Much? 51:55

1y ago51:55

51:55

When is a tool worth paying for? How do you decide when a project is good enough for your company? Finding the right tool or project for your company can be tough. Lulzbot's blog post about OHAI: https://lulzbot.com/learn/introducing-ohai-kit-your-guide-to-open-hardware-assembly Opulo's assembly docs: ohai.opulo.io If you want to learn more about w…

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Ep. 2 - Sourcing: A Broad Overview 1:03:34

1y ago1:03:34

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In this episode, we dive into sourcing! How do you find vendors? How do you vet them, and make sure you’re getting a quality part? What about duties, shipping, and minimum order quantities? This is a summary, overarching episode about sourcing. Every topic we cover here could have a whole episode dedicated to it, so let us know what you’d like us t…

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Ep. 1 - The Benefits of Open Source 32:36

1y ago32:36

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Ever wonder how a radically open-source company can be successful? What's the balance between running a company that makes money and supporting a community? (Turns out, they work together better than you might think!) Stephen and Lucian dive into the things they've seen be overwhelmingly beneficial about keeping the source of your hardware product …

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Ep. 0 - Introducing the OHM Podcast! 15:48

1y ago15:48

15:48

Ever wonder how a radically open-source company can be successful? What are the benefits, and what are the challenges? How do you manage version control, hiring, work instructions, and payroll? Opulo employees Stephen Hawes and Lucian Chapar cover the details of running an Open Hardware company, as well as interview anyone from hobbyists to CEOs th…

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S1E15 - Wrapping Up and Season 2 Details 2:28

4+ y ago2:28

2:28

That flew by fast! Like all good things, season 1 of Art of the Build has come to an end. This is a short wrap-up episode updating listeners on the show and plans for season 2. Subscribe to the weekly maker digest: https://artofthebuild.fm Support the show: https://patreon.com/artofthebuild Thank you to the amazing makers that appeared on season 1:…

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S1E14 - Stephen Hawes Builds a Pick and Place Machine 41:14

4+ y ago41:14

41:14

Ever wonder how those super tiny electronic components on circuit boards are placed so accurately? With machines of course. Industrial pick and place machines can cost tens or hundreds of thousands of dollars. Stephen Hawes is helping to make this technology more accessible by developing a much cheaper and open source pick and place called The Inde…

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S1E13 - Ashley Harwood Turns a Giant Table 37:09

4+ y ago37:09

37:09

Ashley Harwood, a master turner, shares her biggest wood turning to date, a pedestal and foot for a Barolo table. Or 4 of them rather. And I want to emphasize that when I say gigantic, I’m not exaggerating, or using that word frivolously. Listen to Ashley's stories about the many safety considerations involved, what happens when a piece being turne…

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S1E12 - Mark from Gunflint Designs Builds a Spice Rack Microwave Cabinet 30:00

4+ y ago30:00

30:00

Does your microwave cabinet have a slide out spice rack? No you say? Well then listen up because this episode has the fix to that problem, as well as tips and insights for anyone that wants to apply their woodworking skills to improving their home. Mark used to be a photographer and graphic designer by trade, but now he runs Gunflint Designs buildi…

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S1E11 - Woby Design Builds a Guitar from Skateboards 30:33

4+ y ago30:33

30:33

Ben has a very specific material that he builds from: recycled skateboards. He’s made bowls, he’s made a bat, he’s even made a skateboard. On this episode Ben talks about about a particularly interesting skateboard project, a skateboard guitar. Subscribe to the weekly maker digest: https://artofthebuild.fm Support the show: https://patreon.com/arto…

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S1E10 - James Bruton Builds 7ft Tall Controllable Robots 35:14

4+ y ago35:14

35:14

James is an electrical engineer, former toy designer, and most importantly he’s a builder of amazing robots and other contraptions (like the robotic bowling bowl collaboration with Mark Rober). One of James' most epic creations are his 7ft tall extremely robust "performance robots". These "Chappy-like" robots have many degrees of motion, really coo…

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S1E9 - Elisha (Pneumatic Addict) Builds a Wood and Metal Cable Bed 30:20

4+ y ago30:20

30:20

Elisha of Pneumatic Addict is a former hairstylist turned maker and DIYer who in her words is here to demystify tools and the lumber section of the hardware store. Many of Elisha’s builds are primarily out of lumber, but she incorporates metal a lot too. A perfect example is her wood and metal cable bed that combines a really smart and sturdy bed f…

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S1E8 - Robert Cowan Builds a Terrifying 3lb Combat Robot 38:27

4+ y ago38:27

38:27

Robert Cowan builds combat robots. He is part of the Copperhead team on the BattleBots TV show, and he also builds a lot of smaller "insect weight" bots that he competes with regularly. In this episode Robert discusses Psychotic Break V2, a beautiful carbon fiber and S7 tool steel bot that weighs only 3lbs and packs a scary amount of kinetic energy…

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S1E7 - Jimmy DiResta Builds a Forged Bowie Knife 37:46

4+ y ago37:46

37:46

There’s a very good chance you’ve seen Jimmy DiResta's work, and if not, you’ve probably seen DiResta stickers or spray painted lettering in other maker channels. I hop on with Jimmy to talk about his Forged Bowie Knife build, why knife making is so appealing to him, and we get surprising insight into how he views the knives he makes (hint: he's no…

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S1E6 - Laura Kampf Builds a BBQ from a Level Jack 34:40

4+ y ago34:40

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One of the recurring themes in Laura Kampf’s work is repurposing common items into something completely different. Like turning a zippo lighter into storage for bits, creating a bike sidecar out of a beer keg, or the many different objects that she has turned into BBQs. In this episode we talk about the clever design of her level jack grill and how…

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