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Larry Wilson is an Emmy nominated performer, producer, writer, and 2017 Comedy Magician of the Year, who synthesized his long history in show business into a powerful training system called The Wilson Method. As a successful TV Star and Communications Expert, Larry Wilson, shares his secrets to quality & clear communication. Every week a new episode takes the listener into another level of training where he/she can find success in business & relationships through better communication skills.
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Join venture capital firm Prime Movers Lab as we dive deep into the most exciting advances in breakthrough science and technology with the founders, researchers, and prime movers who are working to transform billions of lives.
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Join venture capital firm Prime Movers Lab as we dive deep into the most exciting advances in breakthrough science and technology with the founders, researchers, and prime movers who are working to transform billions of lives.
In this episode of the Prime Rovers podcast, Focused Energy CEO Scott Mercer discusses his journey in the energy sector and the advancements in fusion energy. He explains the unique approach of laser fusion technology, the commercialization process, and the regulatory environment surrounding fusion compared to fission. Scott emphasizes the importance of energy abundance for global progress and the bipartisan support for fusion initiatives. He also shares personal insights on the challenges of being a founder and his predictions for the future of energy. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Scott Mercer and Focus Energy 02:51 The Evolution of Fusion Energy 06:04 Understanding Laser Fusion Technology 08:53 Commercialization of Fusion Energy 12:13 Fusion's Role in Global Energy Demand 14:54 Regulatory Environment for Fusion vs. Fission 18:08 Bipartisan Support and Industrial Policy for Fusion 20:57 Personal Insights and Future Predictions…
LyGenesis CEO Michael Hufford joins Prime Movers Lab Partner Gavin Mathis to discuss Michael's extensive background in drug development and the innovative work being done at LyGenesis in regenerative medicine. The company has found a way to turn lymph nodes into bioreactors to grow functioning ectopic organs, particularly the liver. Michael shares insights into their clinical trials, the economic implications of their therapies, and the broader applications of their technology. He also addresses the regulatory landscape and personal reflections on the challenges and future of regenerative medicine. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to LightGenesis and Michael Hufford 03:53 Innovative Approaches in Regenerative Medicine 10:00 Clinical Trials and Liver Regeneration 15:11 Economic Impact of Liver Therapy 19:50 Expanding Applications Beyond the Liver 24:52 Regulatory Landscape and Challenges 29:03 Personal Insights and Future Predictions…
Summary Anthony Jules, co-founder of Robust AI, discusses how his company is building robots that are designed for real-world tasks. He also addresses the misconception that robots will replace human jobs, highlighting the potential for increased productivity and job satisfaction through human-robot collaboration. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 03:35 The Importance of Form Factor in Robotics 06:22 Challenges of Humanoid Robots 10:53 Partnership with DHL and Applications of Collaborative Robots 13:56 Addressing Dystopian Views of Robots and AI 20:15 Preparing for a Career in Robotics and AI 22:40 Prime Mover Questionnaire…
How do advances in computer vision help us understand the environment? What does generative AI have to do with climate tech? How do we turn satellite imagery into actionable knowledge? Listen as we answer these questions and more with our panel of founders applying computer vision to solve challenging problems in the natural world. Panelists: Igino Cafiero , CEO and Founder of Bear Flag Robotics Matt King, CEO and Founder of FruitScout Scott Larson, CEO of SpaceAlpha…
Former Prime Movers Lab Futurist Ramez Naam moderates a panel with The Roots of Progress Founder Jason Crawford, Idea Machines Host Ben Reinhardt, and Prime Movers Lab Venture Partner Amy Kruse to discuss the fundamental research that the US needs to invest in and how it will impact the economy. The conversation is an excerpt from the Prime Movers Lab Breakthrough Science Summit hosted in Scottsdale, Arizona on October 27th, 2022.…
Learn about the top trends and technologies in ocean energy. Hosted by Prime Movers Lab Partner Josh Agenbroad and Fellow Nicholas May-Varas. Panelists include: - Anthony DiMare, CEO & Co-Founder - Bedrock - Anders Jansson, Head of Business Development - CorPower Ocean - Beth Hartman, Strategic Innovation and Outreach Program Manager - Department of Energy - Marcus Lehmann, CEO - CalWave…
Learn about the top trends and technologies in mineral extraction. Hosted by former Prime Movers Lab Partner Gaetano Crupi and Research fellow Mitch Juneau. This conversation was originally recorded on Sep 28, 2022. Panelists include: Aaron Wilson, Chemical Separations Group Lead and Research Chemist at the Idaho National Laboratory Nicholas Myers, CEO & Co-Founder of Phoenix Tailings Jeff Urban, Lead of LBL Thermoelectric Program, MSD Lead on Water-Energy Initiative at Berkeley Lab…
Learn about President Joe Biden’s FY2024 budget request for science and technology programs and which ones are the most likely to pass the Republican-controlled House. Hosted by Prime Movers Lab Partners Gavin Mathis and Pritha Ghosh. Panelists include: Marissa Serafino, Associate - Holland & Knight Matt Hourihan, Associate Director of R&D and Advanced Industry - Federation of American Scientists Mike O'Neill, Associate - K&L Gates…
What industries are being automated first? Why now? What developments make this the right moment to build robots? Just how automated is the world today? And what about humanoids? Panelists: Rodney Brooks , CTO and Founder at Robust.AI , Founder at Rethink Robotics, iRobot, Lucid Inc, Panasonic Professor of Robotics at MIT, and former director of the MIT Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence Laboratory Joyce Sidopoulos , Cofounder and COO at MassRobotics , Co-founder at Robots.Jobs David Bell , Cofounder and CEO at Remedy Robotics…
Advances in scientific breakthroughs, such as single-cell technologies, have led to the increased ability to detect diseases. Accurate and early detection of disease can lead to the enhanced effectiveness of treatments and reduce burdens on the healthcare system. Join Partner Justin Briggs and Research Fellow Ted Ling Hu as they do a deep dive into the emerging trends in the field of diagnostics with our panel of experts. Panelists Swamy Vijayan, CEO & Co-founder of Zafrens — Vijayan is a serial entrepreneur who founded Omniome and Plexium. Swamy’s current venture, Zafrens, unlocks cellular analysis through ultra-high throughput single-cell screening. The technique provides deep insights that unlock unprecedented diagnostic and therapeutic value. Daniel Georgiev, CEO and Co-founder of Sampling Human — Daniel is the co-founder and CEO of Sampling Human, which creates new technologies that harness the processing power of biology to measure single cells at scale. He is also a tenured professor at the Faculty of Applied Sciences at the University of West Bohemia. John McDevitt, Chief Scientist & Founder of OraLiva — McDevitt is the Scientific Founder of Oraliva, Inc. and is a pioneer in the development of programmable bio-nano-chip technologies. He is a Full Professor in the Department of Biomaterials at NYU Dentistry and a member of NYU’s Bioengineering Institute. He also holds a joint appointment at the Tandon School of Engineering (Department of Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering).…
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