Best Janek Podcasts (2024)

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Lucid Air EV Cannonball: Going Farther and Charging Less W/Janek Metzner & Julius Wilhelm 1:20:24

4h ago1:20:24

1:20:24

Summary In this episode, we speak with Janek Metzner and Julius Wilhelm, founders of the Electric Avenue newsletter, about their record-setting EV charging Cannonball Run in a Lucid Air. They share the challenges they faced with charging infrastructure, compare US and European charging experiences, and reveal their strategies for maximizing efficie…

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DONALD RUBINSTEIN - Radio waves

8h ago

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Programme de DONALD RUBINSTEIN pour webSYNradio : Radio waves. websynradio se met à l'heure américaine avec son invité Donald Rubinstein, compositeur fétiche de BO de films d'horreur qui sont entrés dans la culture populaire, notamment ceux de George Romero (Martin, Knightriders, Bruiser ...).Donald Rubinstein nous embarque dans un programme inédit…

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The Future of EVs: Insights on Electrification, Autonomous Vehicles, and Global Competition with John McElroy 54:36

2h ago54:36

54:36

Summary In this episode of the Grid Connections podcast, Chase and John McElroy of Autoline Network, dive into the shifting automotive landscape, with a spotlight on electrification and autonomous vehicles. They examine China’s growing dominance in the EV market, the role of tariffs, and the importance of automaker collaboration to remain competiti…

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[Birth Stories] When Place-Of-Birth Policies Keep You Thinking Instead of Birthing, With Emily Salahuddin 1:04:00

2d ago1:04:00

1:04:00

Emily Salahuddin set out to have an unmedicated birth at a birth center, but trying to remain within the risk boundaries of that facility turned into an all-consuming mind game, bringing with it an onslaught of non-medical interventions. Ironically, it was after being transferred to the hospital that she was able to have a more hands-off experience…

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How to Balance Execution and Innovation with Steve Blank 37:40

3h ago37:40

37:40

This week, Ryan Connell sits down with the legendary Steve Blank, adjunct professor at Stanford and co-founder of the Gordian Knot Center for National Security Innovation, to discuss the need for disruptive innovation and execution in the DoD. Steve shares his insights on the importance of adopting new methodologies, creating a culture that support…

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Hungry, Humble and Smart! A Conversation on Dev Technology’s Culture, People, and Community 24:37

3d ago24:37

24:37

Join Chief Technologist John Janek and Chief Operating Officer Ryan Madden as they talk about the culture at Dev Technology, our people, community initiatives, and what it’s like to work at the company. Ryan also dives in on this idea of being Hungry, Humble, and Smart and how it shows up within the Dev culture and why we look for it when it comes …

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[Birth Stories] Two Non-Epidural Inductions: With and Without the Fetal Ejection Reflex, with Meredith Finch 1:00:30

9d ago1:00:30

1:00:30

Given that Pitocin contractions can be so intense, most people who have inductions also tend to have epidurals – but not Meredith Finch! Listen as she shares with Adriana how her preparation, flexibility, the crucial support from her husband and her doula, and a profound emotional release with her careprovider helped her through her two inductions,…

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Revolutionizing Risk Assessment in Defense with Alex Martin 40:06

13h ago40:06

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This week, Ryan Connell sits down with Alex Martin, the CEO and co-founder of Clearspeed, to discuss how they are using AI-enabled voice analytics to revolutionize risk assessment in defense. Alex shares his personal journey from the Marine Corps to tech entrepreneur and how he’s aiming to solve the age-old problem of vetting individuals efficientl…

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Training the Next Generation of Auto Techs for EVs: Brandon Watt of Switch Vehicles & Chuck Kauffman from WSU Tech 54:54

13d ago54:54

54:54

Summary In this episode of Grid Connections, Chase sits down with Brandon Watt from Switch Vehicles and Chuck Kauffman from WSU Tech to explore how they're bringing electric vehicle (EV) education to students. Through the SwitchLab EV kit—a hands-on curriculum with real-world applications—students gain valuable experience in EV mechanics, prepping …

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[Birth Stories] From Traumatic Cesarean to Healing (and Fast!) VBAC, with Morgan Moy 55:05

18d ago55:05

55:05

What’s more stressful: a panic attack right before a surgical birth that takes your breath away and leaves you with memory gaps, or your baby’s shoulders getting stuck on the pubic bone after the head is out and needing a manual placental extraction? For today’s birth story, doula, lactation specialist, and childbirth educator Morgan Moy shares wit…

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Decoding Agile Acquisition Frameworks with Jonathan Mostowski 35:25

17d ago35:25

35:25

This week, Ryan Connell chats with Jonathan Mostowski, author, public speaker, and president of Agile Acquisitions LLC, about the truth behind “hacking” bureaucracy in government contracting, the development and impact of agile acquisition frameworks, and his career journey from a contracting officer to an innovative leader in the field. Jonathan s…

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PHILIPPE FESTOU - Silenzio

8d ago

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Programme de PHILIPPE FESTOU pour webSYNradio : sILENZIO. Conçue comme une œuvre radiophonique, un horspiel, le 'soundtrack' est aussi conçu pour pouvoir s'émanciper de l'image. Inspiré du livre "L'oreille au monde" de Philippe Festou (éd. Delatour). À partir du mythe de la Sibilla Cumana dont les mots doivent être entendus dans le son du vent, s'e…

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Level 2 Charging in Multifamily Homes with Joseph Nagle of Pando Electric 59:26

20d ago59:26

59:26

Summary In the latest Grid Connections episode, Joseph Nagle, Head of Corporate Strategy at Pando Electric, discusses innovative outlet-based EV charging for multi-tenant facilities. These systems cut installation costs by 70% compared to traditional chargers. Nagle highlights the importance of equity, simplicity, and durability in multifamily EV c…

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Connecting with Your Baby in Utero through Song, with Penny Simkin 50:13

26d ago50:13

50:13

Figuring out a newborn’s needs can be tricky, and sometimes a baby will cry no matter what you do. Wouldn’t it be great to have a tool to help you automatically soothe your child? One that also reduces your stress? Join Adriana in this In Memoriam episode, as she revisits her conversation with the renowned Penny Simkin to discuss the profound impac…

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The Role of AI in 5G Technology with Dr. Tom Rondeau 31:59

21d ago31:59

31:59

This week, Ryan Connell sits down with Dr. Tom Rondeau, Principal Director of FutureG, to discuss the complexities and innovations behind wireless communications, from the defense applications of 5G to the groundbreaking potential of 6G. Tom shares his insights on the role of AI in wireless technology, the importance and challenges of interoperabil…

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China's Global Impact on EVs and the Auto Industry with Tu Le 1:19:23

16d ago1:19:23

1:19:23

Summary In this episode, Tu Le, the founder of Sino Auto Insights, discusses China's impact on the global auto industry, particularly in the electric vehicle (EV) space. He highlights the rise of Chinese EV companies and the competitive landscape in China, where there are over 140 EV brands. Tu Le emphasizes the importance of value and price in the…

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[Birth Stories] How Birth Took Her to Her Edge When She Least Expected It, with Vanessa Janek 52:45

1M ago52:45

52:45

A former labor and delivery nurse and childbirth educator, Vanessa Janek thought she knew what to expect from birth. Going into it, she was a bit leery of transition… but nothing could really prepare her for the exhaustion, fear, and overwhelm she felt when contractions went away, just after she got to 10 cms. She shares with Adriana how she was ab…

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Mission Acceleration and Ingenuity in Defense with Pete Newell 39:13

17d ago39:13

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This week, Ryan Connell discusses entrepreneurial approaches to problem-solving in defense with Pete Newell, 32-year Army veteran turned entrepreneur, educator, investor, and co-founder and CEO of BMNT. Pete dives into the inception and impact of the Hacking for Defense program and shares his insights on the importance of rapid adaptation and how i…

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Summer EV Road Trip W/Steve Birkett 1:03:12

23d ago1:03:12

1:03:12

Summary Steve Birkett from @plugandplayEV shares his experience of an 8,500 mile road trip in an electric vehicle (EV) across the US. Ranging from level 2 charging at over night stops to the different fast charging networks he used, including Electrify America, ChargePoint, and regional providers. We discuss the gaps in charging infrastructure in t…

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Insider Tips From a Labor and Delivery Nurse, with Mandy Irby 1:03:34

1M ago1:03:34

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Even though you may not have met them before, labor and delivery nurses are an essential part of your hospital birth team. In this episode, Registered L&D Nurse Mandy Irby talks with Adriana about why nurses may love and hate birth plans, how to navigate triage, the difference between hospital rules and body rules, why IV sticks can be so tricky, t…

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Rapid Acquisitions and Agile Budgeting with John Janek 31:45

1M ago31:45

31:45

This week, Ryan Connell is joined by John Janek, Chief Technologist at Dev Technology Group, to talk about the critical elements of rapid acquisitions and agile budgeting in government. John shares his insights on the evolving role of technology in hiring and organizational improvements, the importance of community, the need for cross-functional co…

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Grid Connections Podcast (and Life) Updates 13:09

1M ago13:09

13:09

Summary In today's episode, I’m sharing some updates on what’s in store for the podcast moving forward (and recent personal update: I am moving!). I’m looking to increase the number of episodes per week with more episodes involving different panels of guests. Along with exploring partnerships with other teams for more upcoming collaborations like l…

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[Birth Stories] When the Curveballs Come Before and After the Birth, with Mandy Alexander 53:07

2M ago53:07

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Mandy Alexander got pregnant at 40, having had bariatric surgery 7 years before that. During what she describes as her ‘bariatric-geriatric’ pregnancy, she worked through her fear of childbirth and ended up with the unmedicated and collaborative birth experience she was looking for. However, breastfeeding was a whole other beast. Mandy was prepared…

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Disrupting Norms & Breaking Rules in Federal Acquisition with Steve Barva 28:49

1M ago28:49

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This week, Ryan Connell sits down with Steve Barva, federal acquisition consultant, to discuss the importance of breaking rules and cutting through red tape in the DoD. Steve shares his insights on competition in contracting, innovative solicitation practices, and the value of listening to fresh ideas from junior team members. He dives into numerou…

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Francie Saunders from Out of Spec Podcast 1:22:30

1M ago1:22:30

1:22:30

Summary: Francie Saunders, host of the Out of Spec podcast, discusses her role at Out of Spec Studios and her passion for electric vehicles (EVs). The podcast covers topics like EV reviews, charging behavior, and expert interviews. Francie, with a background in natural sciences and teaching, aims to make EV content accessible. The conversation expl…

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How Will You Show Up At Your Birth?, with Shalome Stone 54:53

2M ago54:53

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Here’s the thing about preparing for birth: you can read all the books, take all the classes, listen to all the podcasts, set up a dream birth team, but no amount of preparation will get the birthing done for you. Shalome Stone tells Adriana why pregnancy is the ideal time for doing the inner work that will allow you to step up and own your birth a…

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Strategies for Crossing the Valley of Death with Russ Long 30:53

2M ago30:53

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This week, Ryan Connell is joined by Russ Long, founder and CEO of Long Capture, to talk about the different pathways to success a defense startup can take in the DoD. Russ shares his journey from his former Air Force contracting days to now helping tech startups bridge the gap to military adoption (a.k.a. surviving the Valley of Death.) They dive …

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2024 Internship Experiences 31:54

2M ago31:54

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Dev Technology’s internship program is an outstanding chance for college students to gain specific and practical experience working in a modern information technology organization delivering solutions for our internal and external clients. Join our Chief Technologist John Janek as he speaks with our internship leads Bethany Hsiao and Mariana Ritchi…

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July EV Industry Panel with John McElroy, Loren McDonald & Matt Teske 1:38:27

2M ago1:38:27

1:38:27

Summary In this episode, the panel discusses the current state of the automotive industry and how EV Sales plays into it. The panel also examines the factors that contribute to EV sales, including the charging experience and the availability of charging infrastructure. Highlighting the importance of understanding the target demographics and the nee…

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[Birth Stories] The Power of Having A Strong Advocate When Her Plans Derailed, Tara Langsdorf 1:10:42

2M ago1:10:42

1:10:42

What does a self-described Type A do when her birth plan derails? Tara Langsdorf (who finished her second master’s degree and took a promotion managing a team of 25 while pregnant!) shares with Adriana how leaning on the structures and support she’d set up during pregnancy allowed her to go deep into her labor process, despite her starting to devel…

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