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In this episode, co-hosts Steve Crowe and Mike Oitzman cover the leading robotics news stories from the week. In the featured interview this week, Oitzman catches up with Amir Bousani, CEO of RGO Robotics, and Jacob Petersen, Chief Commercial Officer from Wheel.Me Robotics. We discuss the importance of perception for autonomous mobile robots, and discuss Wheel.Me's partnership and decision to leverage RGO Robotics perception engine in their platform. Learn more: https://www.rgorobotics.ai/ https://www.wheel.me/en-us This week, Collaborative Robotics publicly unveiled its Proxie mobile manipulator. We also get an update on Proxie from Brad Porter, founder and CEO of Collaborative Robotics. – SPONSOR – The show this week is sponsored by RGO Robotics - RGo Robotics' Perception Engine is revolutionizing the AMR business through advanced Vision AI perception technology. Unlike traditional solutions, RGo's software enables AMRs to adapt to changing environments and navigate complex spaces with unprecedented accuracy and the commissioning process is shorter and simpler. To learn more about RGO's solutions goto: https://www.rgorobotics.ai/?utm_source=therobotreport&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=podcast&utm_id=n Submissions for presentations and registration are now open for the 2025 Robotics Summit: https://www.roboticssummit.com/
Cohosts Steve Crowe and Mike Oitzman discuss the latest robotics news from the last week, including a review of the July funding report, which topped $1.3B. 1X also unveiled the NEO Beta humanoid model and prepares for pilot deployments into test home environments. The recent news of the Covariant AI acquisition or acqui-hire by Amazon is an interesting strategic move by the retailing giant. Both companies declined to comment on the details of the acquisition, so we asked ex-Amazon robotics leader and current CEO and founder of Collaborative Robotics, Brad Porter, to join us on the show to share his insights into the state of AI development and why this is an exciting move by Amazon. To learn more about Collaborative Robotics, goto: https://www.co.bot/
Brad Porter is the founder and CEO of Collaborative Robotics, where they are building robots that will seamlessly blend into our surroundings. They've raised funding from Sequoia Capital, Khosla Ventures, General Catalyst, and Lux Capital. He was previously the CTO of Scale AI. Prior to that, he was the VP of Robotics at Amazon. He has a bachelors and masters degree from MIT. Brad's favorite book: Mike Mulligan and His Steam Shovel (Author: Virginia Lee Burton)(00:00) Introduction(02:11) Collaborative Robots Explained(05:17) Building Blocks in Robotics(11:01) Architecture of a Cobot(14:12) Safety in Industrial Settings(18:08) Sensors in Cobots(20:20) Power Consumption and Optimization(23:31) Zonal Compute Architecture(26:34) AI Models for Task Planning(30:32) Reasoning and Human Interaction(35:00) Simulation to Real-World Deployment(38:49) Multi-Robot Coordination(41:57) Technological Breakthroughs in Robotics(45:29) Rapid Fire Round--------Where to find Prateek Joshi: Newsletter: https://prateekjoshi.substack.com Website: https://prateekj.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/prateek-joshi-91047b19 Twitter: https://twitter.com/prateekvjoshi
How I Raised It - The podcast where we interview startup founders who raised capital.
Produced by Foundersuite (www.foundersuite.com), "How I Raised It" goes behind the scenes with startup founders and investors who have raised capital. This episode is with Brad Porter of Collaborative Robotics (https://www.co.bot/), a startup using the power of robotics to move the world. In this episode, we discuss Brad's amazing 30 year journey in Silicon Valley and how he got to where he is today, the process and steps he uses to engage with investors, the column schema he set up in Foundersuite to keep track of every investor in his pipeline, why market timing matters, how to find investors with conviction, how to balance the right amounts of conviction and humility when fundraising, and much more. Cobot most recently raised a a $100 million Series B round led by General Catalyst along with Bison Ventures, Industry Ventures, and Lux Capital. Existing investors include Sequoia Capital, Khosla Ventures, Mayo Clinic, Neo, 1984 Ventures, MVP Ventures, and Calibrate Ventures, bringing the total funding raised to over $140 million in less than two years. How I Raised It is produced by Foundersuite, makers of software to raise capital and manage investor relations. Foundersuite's customers have raised over $17 Billion since 2016. Create a free account at www.foundersuite.com. If you are a VC or investment banker, check out our new platform, www.fundingstack.com
Phil Le-Brun of AWS speaks to Brad Porter, CEO of Orion Health about the exciting future healthcare, communities that have adopted a “Digital First” strategy and improving the healthcare experience through data and technology.Topics Include:The ambitious mission and vision for Orion HealthcareImproving the clinician and patient experience through dataThe role of data in healthcareOpportunities for digitization and innovation in healthcareAI and data for improving healthcare predictability & efficiency.Using technology to “join the dots” for health trends of the populationExamples and benefits of communities that have a “Digital First” strategy for healthcareThe patient experience with their healthcare dataBuilding trust with personal health informationLearning about digital opportunities from personal experiences with healthcare
Brad Porter, Founder and CEO of Collaborative Robotics Until recently, Brad was a vice president and distinguished engineer at Amazon, working on some of the internet giant's most ambitious projects like Amazon Prime Air, Amazon Prime Now and Amazon Robotics. We ask Brad to walk us through his career arc and how he became one of the few technologists in the tech industry to crack the "L10" distinguished engineer job level. After he shares his advice about how to reach the next step in your career, we look into what it's like to be a founder on the cutting-edge of technology, including the future of robotics and being a startup founder that has to raise venture capital, create a product roadmap from scratch, and build the foundations of a multi-generation business. http://blindap.onelink.me/ttCg/esldqiw8
Businessman and entrepreneur Ian McCrae founded Orion Health three decades ago, but after 30 years at the helm he's appointed a new CEO - his son in law Brad Porter. Ian McCrae remains an Executive Director at Orion. He talks to Kathryn about the growth of his family business and says it's almost impossible now for Kiwi health software vendors to get started in New Zealand and get their first sales here.
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Brad Porter discusses the new 53-man roster for the Chiefs, and talks with David Lesky about the almost last-place Royals.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Brad Porter talks with Nick Jackobs of 41 Action News about the start of the season and the Chiefs-Texans matchup, and we hear Eric Bienemy's press conference from today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
7-3-20 Filling in for Jason and Cory, Brad Porter talks about the MLS bubble in Orlando with former Kansas City Wizard Nick Garica. We also hear from Peter Vermes discussing team chemistry after months off.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
7-3-20 Brad Porter is joined for the hour by Matt Derrick to discuss Chris Jones' status, the idea of Arrowhead changing its name, and the possibility of a football "bubble".See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
7-3-20 Brad Porter and Mick Shaffer talk with Les Norman about a shortened baseball season. Then, Brad and Mick discuss Mike Gundy's self-imposed paycut.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
7-3-20 Brad Porter talks with Michael Watson about the NBA's restart bubble, as well as the possibility of starting the NCAA season in January. Then, Brad finally tells his DMV story with Kevin Romary of Midco Sports.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Brad Porter covers a little bit of everything from a sports filled saturday with special guest Kevin Romary. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the second hour of Sports Sunday, country music singer Blane Howard joins the show to talk to Brad Porter about the Chiefs ride through the playoffs. Also, plays his new song about the Chiefs getting that Lombardi.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the first hour of Sports Sunday Assistant Coach of Sporting Kansas City, Kerry Zavagnin. He and Brad talk about the new additions to Sporting Kansas City and the outlook of the upcoming season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
THE KANSAS CITY CHIEFS ARE SUPER BOWL CHAMPIONS!Following Super Bowl LIV, Joshua Brisco and Brad Porter bring you the Sports Radio 810 Chiefs Postgame Show, celebrating the Chiefs' first championship in 50 years! Hear from Andy Reid and Patrick Mahomes after their first Super Bowl victories. Plus, Josh and Brad talk to Nate Bukaty, Steven St. John, Todd Leabo and Matt Derrick over the course of an all-night Super Bowl Postgame Show on Sports Radio 810.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
THE KANSAS CITY CHIEFS ARE SUPER BOWL CHAMPIONS!Following Super Bowl LIV, Joshua Brisco and Brad Porter bring you the Sports Radio 810 Chiefs Postgame Show, celebrating the Chiefs' first championship in 50 years! Hear from Andy Reid and Patrick Mahomes after their first Super Bowl victories. Plus, Josh and Brad talk to Nate Bukaty, Steven St. John, Todd Leabo and Matt Derrick over the course of an all-night Super Bowl Postgame Show on Sports Radio 810.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the first hour of Sports Saturday, Brad Porter gets you ready for Sunday and the mecca of football greatness.First, he is joined live from Miami by our very own Todd Leabo. In the second segment Leif Lisec joins the show from Miami.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the final hour of Sports Sunday with host Brad Porter, Nick Jacobs of 41 Action News and the 4th & 1 podcast joins the show as we continue getting you ready for SuperBowl Sunday!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the first hour of Sports Saturday, Brad Porter talks about the looming Super Bowl LIV. There are over 600 bets that can be placed already on the game. We go over some fun ones. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the first hour of Sports Saturday, Brad Porter sets the mood for Chiefs fans as we are 8 dyas out from SuperBowl LIV. We also hear from QB1 Mahomes and his press conference from Thursday.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Kansas City Chiefs are AFC Champions. Joshua Brisco and Brad Porter take in the moment and talk about how the Chiefs found themselves winning the Lamar Hunt Trophy for the first time. Plus, hear from Andy Reid, Patrick Mahomes, Frank Clark and many more Chiefs before Jason Anderson joins the show to continue breaking down the action on the Sports Radio 810 Chiefs Postgame Show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
01-18-20 In the first hour of Sports Saturday, Brad Porter is joined by former Chiefs o-lineman, Richard Baldinger. They break down Titans vs. Chiefs. Then country music singer, Blane Howard comes on the show to talk about the song he wrote ahead of the AFC Championship game.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Following the Kansas City Chiefs' incredible win over the Houston Texans, Joshua Brisco and Brad Porter break down all of the action as the Chiefs head back to the AFC Championship Game. Plus, hear from Andy Reid, Patrick Mahomes and tons of other Chiefs from the locker room.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Following the Kansas City Chiefs' victory over the Los Angeles Chargers and the Miami Dolphins' victory over the New England Patriots, Joshua Brisco and Brad Porter discuss the Chiefs' win and their new path to the Super Bowl as KC clinches a first-round bye. Plus the show hears from everyone out of Arrowhead and takes your calls on the Missouri Lottery Chiefs Postgame Show.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Brad Porter and Aly Trost break down everything in the Chiefs' 26-3 win over the Chicago Bears. Hear from Andy Reid, Patrick Mahomes, Terrell Suggs, Tyrann Mathieu, and Chiefs fans!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Brad Porter and Sterling Holmes talk with Nick Jacobs of 41 Action News about the Chiefs' win over Denver, Terrell Suggs coming to the team, and more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Brad Porter and Sterling Holmes discuss MLB's new 3-batter minimum rule. Then, Sterling talks with David Lesky on the Royals' offseason, and the signing of Maikel Franco.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Brad Porter and Sterling Holmes (filling in for Josh) spend the first segment on topics ranging from Kansas City concert announcements to Sterling's lack of knowledge of Star Wars. Then, Brad talks with Andy Edwards of The Athletic about Sporting KC's offseason so far.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Following the Kansas City Chiefs' 23-3 victory over the Denver Broncos, Joshua Brisco and Brad Porter break down the action, take your calls and hear from Andy Reid, Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce live from Arrowhead. Plus, more from the locker room and where the Chiefs go from here.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Brad Porter talks with Kennetra Pulliams of Big 12 Now about the Jayhawks game against the Roos of Kansas City. Jed Marshall joins the show to talk Chiefs, Broncos and Drew Lock. Brad Porter and Derek Haglund talk about Kelly Donohoe becoming the new Rockhurst head football coach and their favorite Christmas songs.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Following the Kansas City Chiefs’ 23-16 over the New England Patriots in Foxboro, Joshua Brisco and Brad Porter break down all the action and hear from Andy Reid, Patrick Mahomes, Chris Jones, Frank Clark, Clark Hunt and more. Plus, Josh and Brad take your calls and talk to Darren Smith live from New England.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Following the Kansas City Chiefs' 40-9 victory over the Oakland Raiders, Joshua Brisco and Brad Porter broke down all of the action and heard from Patrick Mahomes and Andy Reid as the Chiefs cemented their place atop the AFC West.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
11-26-2019: In the first hour of The Program, Brad Porter in for Soren Petro talk new Royals majority owner John Sherman, and react to his press conference earlier today. In the second segment Kurtis, Jed, and Brad react to the news of Mizzou football postseason ban being upheld.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the second hour of Sports Sunday Brad is joined by David Lesky of Baseball Prospectus to talk about the official new owner of the Royals, John Sherman. Sherman will hold a press conference this upcoming Tuesday.lSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In the first hour of Sports Sunday Brad goes around the NFL to preview today's matchups. Then Nick Jacobs from 41 Action News and the 4th & 1 podcast joins in to talk Chiefs matchup last week with the Chargers and talk some Raiders and Derek Carr.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Brad Porter talks with Nick Jacobs about Matt Moore's arrival in Kansas City, as well as the final preseason game, and expectations for upcoming movies.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Brad Porter (filling in for Josh) discusses the potential sale of the Kansas City Royals, as well as what sports league you'd want to invest into in Kansas City. Then, Brad talks with Kevin Romary of Midco Sports about his first car, the Royals, and the start of KU Football season.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Brad Porter (filling in for Josh) and Chris Bollig (filling in for Rudy) discuss the Chiefs signing Matt Moore as their new backup quarterback, Andrew Luck's surprising retirement, then Brad and Chris compare some of their favorite movies.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Brad Porter talks with Aly Trost about the Chiefs' preseason game against the 49ers, Sporting KC's huge win over the weekend, and the rapper Lil Toe. Yes, that's his name.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Brad Porter and Beards McFly spend almost the entire hour discussing movies. Topics include the worst movie they paid money to go see, the next James Bond, and Eddie Murphy's return to SNL (I know it's not a movie but we talked about it!)See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
8-22-19 The Program is playing down a man with no Soren Petro, but with Josh Brico and Brad Porter in his stead as The Program talks about the Chiefs opening game against the Jags and debate the merits of Nick Foles. The Program also talks with Sam McDowell to preview SKC versus Minnesota and closes with the Cowboys offer to Zeke Elliott.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rudy Salazar is joined by Brad Porter for the final hour of (Almost) Entirely Sports on 810 to talk about the Royals season and their decision making regarding a full rebuild. The two also talk about what trade decisions the Royals will make and should make. Plus a few minutes of the USMNT.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
3-27-19 The Program plays down a man, as Brad Porter is in for Soren, but the gang opened the show talking about the NFL rule changes presented, including a proposed change to the Overtime rule and what that would mean for the NFL. The Program also reacts to the news that local product and KSU alum Jordy Nelson announced his retirement and they also make the announcement that German soccer power Bayern Muncih will be coming to Kansas City for a match at Arrowhead Stadium.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Joshua Brisco reacts live to the breaking news that the Kansas City Chiefs released star running back Kareem Hunt. Joshua talks with Kevin Kietzman, Cody Tapp, Tim Grunhard and Brad Porter about the news and looks at the past, present and future of the Kareem Hunt story. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.