Best Embedded Computing Design Podcasts (2024)

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Leveraging Safety Processor Expertise to Develop RISC-V Based Automotive Implementations 13:02

13m ago13:02

13:02

The podcast interview explores the role of RISC-V in the automotive sector. It begins with a brief introduction to RISC-V, explaining it as an open standard instruction set architecture (ISA). The discussion then shifts to current automotive trends from a processing perspective, highlighting advancements and the increasing importance of robust, hig…

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S3E15: 'New Certification: Enabling Privacy Engineering in AI Systems' with Amalia Barthel & Eric Lybeck 38:58

1h ago38:58

38:58

In this episode, I'm joined by Amalia Barthel, founder of Designing Privacy, a consultancy that helps businesses integrate privacy into business operations; and Eric Lybeck, a seasoned independent privacy engineering consultant with over two decades of experience in cybersecurity and privacy. Eric recently served as Director of Privacy Engineering …

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EP#440: HMLV - High Mix Low Volume 1:23:22

1h ago1:23:22

1:23:22

In this episode of Circuit Break, Parker Dillmann and Stephen Kraig dive deep into the concept of HMLV (High Mix Low Volume) PCB manufacturing. They discuss the challenges and advantages of HMLV, contrasting it with high volume manufacturing methods used by giants like Apple and Foxconn. They also share personal project updates, including Parker's …

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Embedded Executive: Defining the SDV, Arm 24:22

4h ago24:22

24:22

If the software-defined vehicle (SDV) comes off as planned, life for consumers becomes a whole lot easier. “If” is the key word in that sentence, and there’s tons of debate as to when that might actually happen. To understand what the SDV is—and it means different things to different people—I spoke to Suraj Gajendra, the Vice President of Automotiv…

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EP#439: The Nuts and Bolts of Quantum Computing - Rick Altherr 1:08:44

7d ago1:08:44

1:08:44

In this episode of Circuit Break, hosts Parker Dillmann and Stephen Kraig welcome Rick Altherr, a full stack engineer, to discuss the intricacies of quantum computing. Rick shares insights into the working of quantum processors, particularly the trapped ion approach used by IonQ, and delves into the technical challenges and potential future applica…

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Go Faster, Work Smarter: AI, HPC, and the Future of Data Centers with Rambus 38:36

2d ago38:36

38:36

Send us a Text Message. On this episode of Embedded Insiders, we dive into the growing advancements in AI and HPC with Lou Ternullo, senior director of IP product marketing at Rambus. Lou highlights the evolving data center architectures and the increasing demands for high bandwidth, low latency, and robust performance. He also explains how Rambus …

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Embedded Executive: What’s New in Wi-Fi, Infineon 13:07

3d ago13:07

13:07

Is Wi-Fi even a thing anymore? What I mean by that is, at least from the users’ perspective, Wi-Fi just works, and that’s not much to think about. However, behind the scenes, a lot has to happen to make that “ubiquitousness” happen. To get a better understanding of what is happening back there, I spoke to Sivaram Trikutam, the Vice President of Wi-…

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EP#438: Solder Slugs 1:00:43

8d ago1:00:43

1:00:43

In this episode of Circuit Break, hosts Parker Dillmann and Stephen Kraig dive into the nuances of working with contract manufacturers, specifically focusing on the responsibilities of both the designer and the manufacturer. They discuss critical topics such as reflow profiles, solder specifications, parts washing, and the benefits of allowing your…

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EP#437: Embarrassingly Parallel Computing - Steve Furber 52:57

19d ago52:57

52:57

In this episode of Circuit Break, hosts Parker Dillmann and Stephen Kraig interview Steve Furber, Professor Emeritus of Computer Engineering at the University of Manchester. They discuss his early career at Acorn Computers, the development of the BBC Micro and the ARM processor, and his work on the SpiNNaker project, which models brain functions us…

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GaN Acquisitions & Securing the Edge with Infineon 37:18

16d ago37:18

37:18

Send us a Text Message. On this episode of Embedded Insiders, Rich and Erik Wood, Senior Director of Product Security at Infineon Technologies, discuss security at the edge. Diving into the company’s wide variety of secure features, Infineon’s newest MCU line, the PSoC Edge, is a single solution highlighted for its "MCU-ness” and effort in making e…

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Embedded Executive: A 40-Year Battery? with Tadiran 9:22

17d ago9:22

9:22

Can batteries last for 40 years? And what is the application that would require such a timeline? That’s the discussion I had with Sol Jacobs, the Vice President and General Manager of Tadiran Batteries. The topic arose after the company’s recent whitepaper crossed my desk. To understand whether this was fact or simply a click-bait headline, I decid…

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S3E14: 'Why We Need Fairness Enhancing Technologies Rather Than PETs' with Gianclaudio Malgieri (Brussels Privacy Hub) 47:38

28d ago47:38

47:38

Today, I chat with Gianclaudio Malgieri, an expert in privacy, data protection, AI regulation, EU law, and human rights. Gianclaudio is an Associate Professor of Law at Leiden University, the Co-director of the Brussels Privacy Hub, Associate Editor of the Computer Law & Security Review, and co-author of the paper "The Unfair Side of Privacy Enhanc…

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EP#436: International Women in Engineering Day with Kaylan Smith and Laura Manley 1:04:48

22d ago1:04:48

1:04:48

In this special episode celebrating International Women in Engineering Day, hosts Parker Dillmann and Stephen Kraig are joined by Kaylan Smith, Lead Software Developer for Supply Chain and Finance at MacroFab, and Laura Manley, Product Manager for Marketplace & Factory Experience at MacroFab. They discuss their journeys into engineering, challenges…

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Embedded Executive: Sensors Are Exploding in Number, Requiring Lots More Energy - Infineon 11:30

25d ago11:30

11:30

Why would you put sensors and power components into the same business unit if you’re a component supplier? That’s what I asked Adam White, President, of Infineon’s Power and Sensors Division. After hearing his response, it made perfect sense—today’s sensors are quickly growing in number and power consumption. So it only makes sense to put those eng…

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S3E13: 'Building Safe AR / VR/ MR / XR Technology" with Spatial Computing Pioneer Avi Bar Zeev (XR Guild) 51:35

1M ago51:35

51:35

In this episode, I had the pleasure of talking with Avi Bar-Zeev, a true tech pioneer and the Founder and President of The XR Guild. With over three decades of experience, Avi has an impressive resume, including launching Disney's Aladdin VR ride, developing Second Life's 3D worlds, co-founding Keyhole (which became Google Earth), co-inventing Micr…

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EP#435: Prioritize to learn to Prioritize - Engineering Career Paths 1:08:03

1M ago1:08:03

1:08:03

In this episode of Circuit Break, Parker Dillmann and Stephen Kraig, along with special guests Chris Gammell and James Lewis, discuss various aspects of engineering career paths. They delve into how they chose engineering, their first jobs, reasons for changing jobs, and what being an engineer means at different career stages. They also reflect on …

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Computex 2024 & Robotics AI and Sensing with Texas Instruments 34:32

1M ago34:32

34:32

Send us a Text Message. On this episode of Embedded Insiders, Senior Technology Editor, Ken, and Errol Leon, System Engineering & Marketing Manager of Robotics at Texas Instruments (TI) discuss the work of robotics in collaboration with humans and the role of motor control, board-to-board communication and sensor fusion in the future of robotics. B…

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Embedded Executive: Memory For the Car Is Different, Micron 15:56

1M ago15:56

15:56

Memory for automotive applications needs to be different from memory that’s intended for other applications. Why is that? I could not answer that question, so I turned to Michael Basca, the Vice President of Embedded Products and Systems within Micron’s Embedded Business Unit. As you might expect, Michael had no trouble answering the question. Hear…

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EP#434: The Other VCC 46:32

1M ago46:32

46:32

In this episode, Parker and Stephen dive into the intricacies of capacitor selection, discussing various types of capacitors, their properties, and how different factors affect their performance. They also touch on the new custom bare PCB service offered by MacroFab. The episode is rich with technical details, tips for selecting capacitors, and pra…

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Embedded Executive: The Uncrashable Car, Indie Semiconductor 13:56

1M ago13:56

13:56

Is it possible to develop a car that would never crash? We’re talking about a physical crash, not a software crash. According to Chet Babla, Indie Semiconductor’s Senior Vice President, it is. Being a non-believer, I had Chet as my guest on this week’s Embedded Executives podcast. Chet walked me through exactly what needs to happen to make this phe…

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S3E12: 'How Intentional Experimentation in A/B Testing Supports Privacy' with Matt Gershoff (Conductrics) 45:22

2M ago45:22

45:22

Today, I'm joined by Matt Gershoff, Co-founder and CEO of Conductrics, a software company specializing in A/B testing, multi-armed bandit techniques, and customer research and survey software. With a strong background in resource economics and artificial intelligence, Matt brings a unique perspective to the conversation, emphasizing simplicity and …

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Next-Gen Neuromorphic Researchers Look to Future 52:53

1M ago52:53

52:53

In this special episode of the Brains and Machines podcast, Dr. Sunny Bains and Dr. Giulia D’Angelo talk to four early career researchers: Dr. Kenneth Stewart, a computer scientist at the U.S. Naval Research Laboratory in Washington DC; Dr. Laura Kriener, a postdoctoral researcher at The University of Bern in Switzerland; Jens Pedersen, a Ph.D. stu…

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EP#433: Building LibrePCB - Urban Bruhin's Journey in Open Source EDA 54:47

1M ago54:47

54:47

In this episode of Circuit Break, Parker Dillmann and Stephen Kraig welcome Urban Bruhin, the creator of LibrePCB, an open-source EDA tool. Urban shares his journey from being an electrical engineer to developing LibrePCB, driven by his dissatisfaction with existing EDA tools like Eagle. The discussion covers the unique features of LibrePCB, the ch…

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Embedded Executive: Going All In on Generative AI, Synopsys 12:16

2M ago12:16

12:16

Synopsys is all in on generative AI, and it’s putting its money where its mouth is by creating a Center for Generative AI within the company. Being that I had no idea what this meant, how it would work, or what it would mean to the industry, I invited the Center’s Executive Director, Stelios Diamantidis, to join me on this week’s Embedded Executive…

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EP#432: Remote Ownership 59:21

2M ago59:21

59:21

In this episode of Circuit Break, Parker Dillmann and Stephen Kraig discuss the recent increase in semiconductor tariffs and its impact on the electronics industry. Parker shares insights from his latest article analyzing how these tariffs affect bill of materials costs. The hosts also dive into a compelling news story about ASML and TSMC's ability…

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DevTalk with Rich and Vin (and SiLabs CEO) 32:37

2M ago32:37

32:37

In this episode of DevTalk with Rich (Nass) and Vin (D’Agostino), Matt Johnson, the CEO of Silicon Labs joins us. It’s a lively discussion, starting in rural Maine, and ending with “Should engineers be concerned that AI will take their jobs?” Listen in for some interesting responses.By Rich Nass, Embedded Computing Design

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Preparing for CRA and Open-Source Silicon Security 33:12

2M ago33:12

33:12

In this podcast, we talk focus on security, talking to Infineon Technologies about the Cyber Resilience Act (CRA) and its implications for the entire supply chain, plus a chat with zeroRISC about the role of open-source silicon security in embedded systems and IoT.By EE Times On Air

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Embedded Executive: A Raspberry Pi Really Can Be Secure, Zymbit 10:41

2M ago10:41

10:41

Understatement: Raspberry Pi is popular with the embedded community. Myth: Raspberry Pi is not a secure platform. I believed in that myth until a recent conversation with Alex Kaay, the CTO and co-founder of Zymbit. The beauty of the Pi is in its simplicity, but don’t equate simplicity with unsecure. Alex walked me through why people's beliefs are …

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EP#431: Timing Tariff Modulations 53:36

2M ago53:36

53:36

Summary In this episode, Parker Dillmann and Stephen Kraig delve into the fascinating world of time modulation, discussing recent advancements in capacitor technology. They explore a new dielectric structure made from barium titanate and its potential impact on energy density and efficiency. The hosts also discuss the implications of new tariffs on…

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SynSense Research Head Talks Combined Sensing, Processing 46:16

2M ago46:16

46:16

In this episode, Dr. Sunny Bains talks to Dr. Dylan Muir, the head of research at SynSense. They discuss the company’s products, including Speck, Xylo, and Rockpool, some of the design choices that were made to bring these to market, and their recent acquisition of sister company IniVation. Discussion follows with Dr. Giulia D’Angelo from the Forti…

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Should Engineers Be Concerned AI Will Take Their Jobs? 40:38

2M ago40:38

40:38

Send us a Text Message. On this episode of Embedded Insiders, Rich and Vin are taking over with a Dev Talk featuring Matt Johnson, the CEO of Silicon Labs. Continuing their “CEO takeover,” the two are deep-diving into Matt’s background, journey with the semiconductor manufacturing company, and his opinion on how AI will affect incoming engineers. B…

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Embedded Executive: Choosing a Medium For Smart Metering with the Wi-SUN Alliance 11:20

2M ago11:20

11:20

One area of technology that many vendors and technologies are gunning for is smart metering, whether commercial or residential electric meters, water meters, or something else. The number of potential meters is HUGE. But which technology makes the most sense for this application? As you might expect, it depends on who you talk to. For this podcast,…

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EP#430: The Toilet Mountain of Social Media 1:08:24

2M ago1:08:24

1:08:24

Summary: In this episode, Parker Dillmann and Stephen Kraig delve into the hefty topic of U.S. funding for 'digital twin' chips research under the CHIPS Act, comparing its budget to other big expenditures like Boeing's Starliner and military budgets. They also discuss EDA tool pricing, breaking down costs from freeware to industry heavyweights, and…

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AI inferencing, Software Ecosystems and Trends in Industrial Automation 28:52

2M ago28:52

28:52

This week’s EE Times Current features three exclusive interviews recently conducted by embedded.com’s editor-in-chief, Nitin Dahad at Embedded World 2024 in Nuremberg. Nitin discussed topics including AI inferencing, Software Ecosystems and Trends in Industrial Automation.By EE Times On Air

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Embedded Executive: What You Can Do With Medical Wearables, Analog Devices (ADI) 13:53

2M ago13:53

13:53

Medical wearables can greatly enhance the quality of life for many people. This can be done by instantly accessing medical information and potentially alerting a professional, or simply tracking stats on an individual. According to Andrew Burt, the Director of Product Line Management of Digital Healthcare at Analog Devices, his company has produced…

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