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Dan Claps sits down in person at Voda Corporate Headquarters in Madison, Wisconsin with Jon Sibley, founder of TrueBuilt and technology partner with Voda. Jon shares how his background as a college and professional water polo player shaped the way he views entrepreneurship as the “ultimate team sport,” and how his path from tech sales to business school led him to discover a major software gap in commercial construction. After nearly buying a drywall company, he instead went all in on building better estimating technology for contractors.Dan and Jon also dive into TrueBuilt's acquisition of Capabuild, now True Restore, and how AI estimation, LiDAR scanning, 360 video, video-to-sketch, moisture maps, and stronger documentation help restoration contractors create better-supported estimates. They discuss why business owners need to delegate, how technology can free technicians to focus on the job site, and where TrueBuilt and True Restore are headed next as the platforms continue to bring AI, reality capture, and smarter estimating tools to construction and restoration.
This Week In Startups is made possible by:Agree - https://agree.comQuo - https://quo.com/TWiSTSuperhuman - https://superhuman.comToday's show:In this double-header, Jason and Lon chat with Louis Phillips, founder of the gamified running app INTVL, which turns a quick job around the block into a worldwide turf war competition. Find out how he grew the app to over 1 million downloads without any paid ads, just making videos from his home office.PLUS Alex sits down with Alice Zhang, CEO of Verge Labs, which pivoted from making drugs to building the AI infrastructure that helps pharma companies develop their own treatments. Find out how they accumulated one of the world's largest proprietary brain datasets and why brain tissue is the “LiDAR of neuroscience.”Guests:INTVL: https://www.intvl.com.au/INTVL on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/intvl.appLouis Phillips on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/louisphillips12Verge Labs: https://vergelabs.com/Alice Zhang on X: https://x.com/AliceXinliZhangRelevant LinksMeta's Ad Library: https://www.facebook.com/ads/library/Strava: https://www.strava.com/Pokémon Go: https://pokemongo.com/Fitbod: https://fitbod.me/Tonebase: https://www.tonebase.co/Calm: https://www.calm.com/Hamilton Island official site: https://www.hamiltonisland.com.au/“Mr. Inbetween” trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EooRG3QhQOYArticle: “Verge Genomics Rebrands as Verge Labs”: https://trial.medpath.com/news/verge-genomics-rebrands-as-verge-labs-following-als-drug-trial-failure-pivots-to-ai-driven-target-discoveryEli Lilly: https://www.lilly.com/Chai Discovery: https://www.chaidiscovery.com/Noetik: https://www.noetik.ai/Tempus: https://www.tempus.com/Timestamps:0:00 Louis on building in Melbourne, Australia7:44 Why INTVL ignores how fast you run9:59 Agree - Stop chasing invoices at https://agree.com and tell them Jason sent you to get 50% off for life!15:52 Using gamification for good19:10 Powering INTVL's impressive growth19:55 Quo (formerly OpenPhone) - Quo gives you a clean, modern way to handle every customer call, text, and thread all in one place. Try it free at https://quo.com/TWiST26:16 The future of TWiST Australia27:14 Will AI ever cure cancer?27:54 Inside Verge's rebrand30:31 Superhuman - Get AI that works where you work. Unlock your Superhuman potential at https://superhuman.com32:01 Brain tissue as "ground truth"36:01 Why brain tissue is so valuable as data43:52 Verge's Eli Lilly partnership51:34 "You're going to tell me when I'm going to die"56:11 How AI could impact drug prices58:19 Clinical trial FAILS and how to move onSubscribe to the TWiST500 newsletter: https://ticker.thisweekinstartups.comCheck out the TWIST500: https://www.twist500.comSubscribe to This Week in Startups on Apple: https://rb.gy/v19fcpFollow Lon:X: https://x.com/lonsFollow Alex:X: https://x.com/alexLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexwilhelmFollow Jason:X: https://twitter.com/JasonLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasoncalacanisCheck out all our partner offers: https://partners.launch.co/Great TWIST interviews: Will Guidara, Eoghan McCabe, Steve Huffman, Brian Chesky, Bob Moesta, Aaron Levie, Sophia Amoruso, Reid Hoffman, Frank Slootman, Billy McFarlandCheck out Jason's suite of newsletters: https://substack.com/@calacanisFollow TWiST:Twitter: https://twitter.com/TWiStartupsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/thisweekinInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisweekinstartupsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thisweekinstartupsSubstack: https://twistartups.substack.com
Stewart Alsop hosts a conversation with Oliver Polzin, a founding team member of Meow Wolf and naturalist, exploring the intersection of creativity, conservation, and architecture. Oliver discusses his current postgraduate work at SCI-Arc in Los Angeles studying synthetic landscapes through an architectural lens, his deep fascination with Pleistocene megafauna and the La Brea Tar Pits, and his vision for creating a "biophilic culture" that reframes humanity's relationship with other species and ecosystems. The discussion ranges from Oliver's early work building mud caves at Meow Wolf to his current explorations of AI-assisted design tools, 3D printing with recycled materials, holistic grazing management systems for the Great Plains, and the ancient Amazonian practice of creating terra preta soil—all part of his broader investigation into how we can design interventions for climate and conservation issues while maintaining what makes us fundamentally human.Timestamps00:00 Stewart introduces Oliver Polzin from Meow Wolf's founding team and discusses how his yoga teaching there inspired the podcast's exploration of creativity and stress relationships.05:00 Oliver describes his architecture graduate program studying climate and conservation through synthetic landscapes, contrasting dark green naturalist ecology with bright green capitalist environmentalism.10:00 Discussion of conservation ethics and AI's potential for monitoring environmental systems, with Oliver explaining his journey from painting to experimental mud construction at early Meow Wolf.15:00 Stewart shares his robotics learning journey with ESP32s in Buenos Aires while Oliver questions humanoid robot design, suggesting functional form factors matter more than human resemblance.20:00 Oliver explores cardboard as material obsession and explains treasure hunt mechanics in Meow Wolf exhibits, creating dopamine-driven discovery experiences through layered storytelling.25:00 Stewart describes creating treasure hunts for Spanish learners in Buenos Aires parks while Oliver validates experiential art's growing importance in an increasingly digital culture.30:00 Conversation shifts to three-d printing flexible filaments for architectural models and Oliver's megafauna book project about La Brea Tar Pits Pleistocene fossils.35:00 Oliver connects Earth consciousness to Pale Blue Dot perspective, arguing humans face developmental threshold understanding planetary responsibility after 300,000 years as anatomically modern species.40:00 Deep dive into end-Pleistocene extinction events and megafauna loss, discussing two-ton capybaras and how predator relationships shaped human psychology and anxiety responses.45:00 Oliver presents speculative Great Plains biopreserve concept with de-extinct megafauna, contrasting holistic rotational grazing with destructive monoculture agriculture systems.50:00 Discussion concludes with Amazonian dark earth technology and indigenous landscape management, emphasizing need for biophilic culture embracing deep time ecological perspective.Key Insights1. Oliver Polzin is part of the founding team of Meow Wolf and is currently studying at SCI-Arc in Downtown LA in a postgraduate program called Synthetic Landscapes, which examines global scale climate and conservation issues through an architectural lens. Architecture exists between art and science, and he believes architectural thinking offers a valuable framework for designing interventions for climate and conservation challenges. This program represents a significant evolution from his earlier work at Meow Wolf, where he created immersive experiential art installations using materials like adobe and cardboard.2. There is an important distinction in ecological thought between what Paul Kingsnorth calls dark green and light green approaches to environmentalism. The dark green strain represents the older naturalist movement from the early twentieth century, focusing on biological systems, ecosystems, and endangered species. Light green emerged in the 1970s after the Earth Day movement and centers on clean energy, solar panels, and wind power as a way to maintain our current lifestyle. Oliver argues that the bright green approach represents a capitalist overlay that has captured the conservation movement, whereas true conservation requires focusing on actual biological systems rather than just technological solutions.3. The experiential art form that Meow Wolf pioneered still has enormous untapped potential, particularly as society becomes increasingly digital. Oliver believes there will be a huge wave of experiential desire in this decade as people crave human connection and real-world excitement. The treasure hunt and scavenger hunt format represents a compelling form of real-life RPG that creates meaningful human interactions. This type of experience design, which Meow Wolf developed through installations like the House of Eternal Return, plays with human dopamine systems by compelling people to open doors, explore spaces, and follow narrative threads through physical environments.4. The architectural model or dollhouse concept represents a crucial rhetorical tool that Oliver is learning to apply to climate and conservation work. Architects have long created physical models to show stakeholders what a building will be like, and this practice of showing a story in compelling ways for different types of brains is essential for getting traction on projects. While architectural models used to be made from foam core, paper, and balsa wood, they are now largely created through 3D printing, which allows for incredibly complex forms and interlocking structures that would have been impossible to construct manually.5. Oliver is obsessed with megafauna and the end Pleistocene extinction event that occurred roughly twelve thousand years ago. For three hundred thousand years, anatomically modern humans existed alongside massive beasts like short faced bears and American lions, and we were the smaller creatures in the ecosystem. The extinction of over one hundred genera of animals over ninety nine pounds, combined with sea level rise of nearly four hundred feet, fundamentally changed human existence and led to the development of agriculture and civilization. Much of our current psychological development, including anxiety responses, is still based on this time period when we lived among these massive animals.6. The current food system in the Great Plains is fundamentally broken compared to the historical managed food system maintained by Plains tribes, who sustained thirty to sixty million bison through 1800. Oliver explored a speculative project about turning the Great Plains into a massive biopreserve of de-extinct megafauna, contrasting the natural system of rotational grazing where predators keep herds moving with the current monoculture crop agriculture that requires external inputs like fertilizer, pesticides, and herbicides. The natural system builds soil and increases fecundity, while industrial agriculture degrades soil, creates toxic runoff, and produces genetically modified crops that feed animals in toxic concentrated feeding operations.7. The fundamental challenge facing humanity now is creating what Oliver calls a biophilic or ecophilic culture that is loving of other species and our home planet. This requires both psychological shifts and changes in how we design systems at all scales. The Amazon provides a powerful example of this, as recent LiDAR mapping has revealed that what appeared to be pristine wilderness was actually a vast tended garden created by indigenous civilizations who developed technologies like Amazonian dark earth through burning middens with various additives. These cultures understood how to be embedded in a web with other species while playing an important orchestrating role, offering a model for how humans might relate to other forms of life in our current era.
In this episode, we kick things off by examining a major advancement in commercial vehicle safety technology that's targeting mass production across the Class 8 market. Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems has officially selected Aeva to integrate 4D LiDAR sensors and perception software into its next-generation collision mitigation systems for Class 8 trucks. With roughly 300,000 new Class 8 trucks entering the North American market annually, this program is targeting mass production of one of the first LiDAR-based L2+ driver assistance solutions for commercial vehicles, marking a strategic shift toward using advanced perception technology in active safety systems rather than just higher levels of autonomy. Next, we shift to cross-border logistics, where Echo Global Logistics is making an aggressive play to dominate the entire U.S.-Mexico freight corridor. The Chicago-based third-party logistics provider has formally unveiled a new suite of intra-Mexico domestic transportation services, giving shippers a fully integrated supply chain solution spanning both sides of the border. The expansion includes city-to-city freight transportation, port drayage, domestic intermodal services, and managed transportation solutions across Mexico, all integrated with Echo's existing cross-border operations and allowing the company to capture growing freight movements tied to nearshoring trends. Finally, we explore how autonomous technology is officially moving beyond pilot programs and into full-scale daily operations at a major logistics hub. DHL has transitioned autonomous vehicles from its Fast Forward Challenge into live daily operations at its Singapore facility, partnering with Zelostech to operate fully electric, driverless vehicles for point-to-point transfers between logistics facilities on campus. Each vehicle averages 40 trips and covers 28 kilometers daily, delivering consistent performance at roughly half the operating cost of diesel trucks while cutting emissions to support customers' sustainability goals. Follow the FreightWaves Today Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Can you build a robot the same way you vibe code software? Not even close.In this episode of KP Unpacked, KP Reddy and Nick sit down with Guy German, CEO of Okibo, to unpack why programming motion control got 10x easier but building robots still requires years of field testing. Guy breaks down the three requirements for general-purpose construction robots: physical capability (reach, payload, battery life), tool flexibility (spray guns, rollers, power tools, dust collectors), and intelligence (real-time perception, work plan generation). Humanoids fail all three for construction. Chinese robots require pre-fitted BIM data that doesn't exist in reality. Okibo deploys on messy job sites with no prep, no perfect drawings, just LiDAR and situational awareness.The conversation moves from why construction has the highest suicide rate (cognitive overload plus physical toll) to why workers retire with permanent damage after 30 years (carpal syndrome, can't bend arms from overhead work). Guy shares a story: a veteran worked with Okibo robots for one week during a pilot. When it ended, he begged to keep the robot. His health improved that much. The insight? This isn't about productivity. It's about safety and empathy to the worker. Then they tackle why VCs forgot the venture part of venture capital. If you're showing a hardware prototype and the VC asks about traction, leave the meeting. They've disqualified themselves.Key questions answered:Can you vibe code a robot the same way you vibe code software?What are the three requirements for general-purpose construction robots?Why do humanoids fail all three requirements for construction work?How is the Chinese construction robotics approach different from Okibo's?Why does construction have the highest suicide rate of any industry?What happens to workers' bodies after 30 years of overhead drywall work?Why did a veteran beg to keep the Okibo robot after a one-week pilot?What's Okibo's data advantage from deploying across 3M square feet?Why is skilled labor shortage real (and getting worse)?What should you do if a VC asks for traction on a hardware prototype?Why is the capital stack the biggest impediment to construction robotics?Is physical AI the biggest technology wave of our lifetime?If you're building hardware and getting asked about traction, wondering whether robots can work without perfect BIM models, or trying to understand why safety and worker empathy matter more than productivity metrics, this episode will show you why the physical world is messier than code, and why that's exactly where the opportunity lives.Listen now.
In this episode, we kick things off by examining a major advancement in commercial vehicle safety technology that's targeting mass production across the Class 8 market. Bendix Commercial Vehicle Systems has officially selected Aeva to integrate 4D LiDAR sensors and perception software into its next-generation collision mitigation systems for Class 8 trucks. With roughly 300,000 new Class 8 trucks entering the North American market annually, this program is targeting mass production of one of the first LiDAR-based L2+ driver assistance solutions for commercial vehicles, marking a strategic shift toward using advanced perception technology in active safety systems rather than just higher levels of autonomy. Next, we shift to cross-border logistics, where Echo Global Logistics is making an aggressive play to dominate the entire U.S.-Mexico freight corridor. The Chicago-based third-party logistics provider has formally unveiled a new suite of intra-Mexico domestic transportation services, giving shippers a fully integrated supply chain solution spanning both sides of the border. The expansion includes city-to-city freight transportation, port drayage, domestic intermodal services, and managed transportation solutions across Mexico, all integrated with Echo's existing cross-border operations and allowing the company to capture growing freight movements tied to nearshoring trends. Finally, we explore how autonomous technology is officially moving beyond pilot programs and into full-scale daily operations at a major logistics hub. DHL has transitioned autonomous vehicles from its Fast Forward Challenge into live daily operations at its Singapore facility, partnering with Zelostech to operate fully electric, driverless vehicles for point-to-point transfers between logistics facilities on campus. Each vehicle averages 40 trips and covers 28 kilometers daily, delivering consistent performance at roughly half the operating cost of diesel trucks while cutting emissions to support customers' sustainability goals. Follow the FreightWaves Today Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this DeepDive SpaceTech episode, David Wortmann speaks with Daria Stepanova, CEO and co-founder of AIRMO, about a climate gas that has long stayed out of sight: methane. It is responsible for around 30 percent of current global warming, yet roughly 70 percent of leaks go undetected, costing the energy industry billions in lost gas every year. The tricky part is not the fix. A leak can be sealed and an open vent closed quickly. The real challenge is finding it, because methane is invisible. This is where AIRMO comes in, with a proprietary sensor suite that measures the gas through its absorption lines in the shortwave infrared and pairs a spectrometer with a micro-LiDAR system for higher accuracy. Daria explains how the company combines drones, aircraft and satellites into a monitoring approach that spans from a few metres to 500 kilometres from the source, why it still relies on public satellite data today, and how a first proprietary mission with partner EnduroSat is set to grow into a constellation of more than twelve satellites for global, near real-time monitoring. The conversation covers AIRMO's customers, from energy companies such as Uniper to gas storage and pipeline operators across Europe, Central Asia and the Middle East, the role of the EU Methane Regulation as a driver, and the question of how a view from space can reveal one of the fastest levers in climate action.
Today on episode 313 Chris sits down with returning guest Dillon Harper! They break down their recent scouting trip in the mountains and go over some of the key details as to why and where they went scouting. Topics Include: E-Scouting Philosophy Environmental and Habitat Mapping In Field Observations and Sign Assessment Navigating steep terrain and identifying sign Terrain and Water Source Analysis Monitoring and Trail Camera strategy in Mountainous Terrain And more! Take time to visit out sponsors! Hawke Optics - Click HERE! USE CODE MHP15 AT CHECKOUT FOR A DISCOUNT! Latitude Outdoors - Click HERE! Satties LLC - Click HERE! We would love to hear your thoughts on this one as well so feel free to hit us up in the email or send us a message! If you haven't already check out our YouTube page and subscribe! As always if you enjoy listening to the podcast please like, share, and give us 5 stars on any of the major podcast platforms we are found on. Hear something we missed? Let us know what we are doing wrong or doing right, or if you have a question; Email us at Richardcates@themobilehuntersexpo.com Happy Hunting and Tight Lines! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode of Everything is Logistics, Blythe talks with Tete Xiao, VP of Engineering and AI at Bot Auto, about how autonomous trucking is being used in real freight operations.Bot Auto operates fully driverless trucks in Texas, with current lanes between Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio. Instead of selling software, the company works as a transportation-as-a-service provider, moving trailers for customers using autonomous tractors.They cover:Why Texas and the southern freight corridor make sense for autonomous truckingHow Bot Auto handles drop-and-hook freight with fully driverless trucksWhy night driving is one of the clearest use cases for autonomous freightHow autonomous trucks can operate without driver hours-of-service limitsWhy Bot Auto uses LiDAR, cameras, and other sensors instead of betting on one systemThe difference between replacing drivers and filling lanes that are hard to staffHow the company thinks about safety, lane expansion, and commercial viabilityThis conversation is part of the CargoRex AI Use Cases in Logistics guide, featuring real examples of how logistics companies are using AI across freight, warehousing, procurement, visibility, and operations.Read the full guide here:https://cargorex.io/research/ai-use-cases-in-logistics/LINKS:Bot Auto: https://bot.autoCargoRex AI Use Cases in Logistics Guide:https://cargorex.io/research/ai-use-cases-in-logistics/ -----------------------------------------THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!SPI Logistics has been a Day 1 supporter of this podcast which is why we're proud to promote them in every episode. During that time, we've gotten to know the team and their agents to confidently say they are the best home for freight agents in North America for 40 years and counting. Listen to past episodes to hear why.CargoRex is the search engine for the logistics industry—connecting LSPs with the right tools, services, events, and creators to explore, discover, and evolve.Digital Dispatch maximizes and manages your #1 sales tool with a website that establishes trust and builds rock-solid relationships with your leads and customers.
Have questions, feedback, or thoughts on the show? We want to hear from you! Click on this link to send us a text message. What if you could uncover hidden risks, assess facility conditions more accurately, and make smarter maintenance decisions—without disrupting operations?In an industry where safety, reliability, and uptime are critical, understanding the true condition of your facility can be challenging. Many grain facilities contain hard-to-access areas, aging infrastructure, and hidden structural conditions that are difficult to evaluate through traditional inspection methods alone. Yet waiting until problems become visible can lead to increased repair costs, unplanned downtime, and greater operational risk.In this episode of the Whole Grain Podcast, host Jim Lenz, Director of Global Education and Training for the Grain Elevator and Processing Society (GEAPS), sits down with Hayes Guillot, Inspection and Technology Specialist with Custom Concrete Specialists, to explore how modern inspection technologies are transforming the way grain facilities evaluate, maintain, and protect their assets.Drawing on his background in precision agriculture, drone technology, and facility inspections, Hayes explains how today's tools are providing facility owners and operators with unprecedented visibility into the condition of their structures. From interior and exterior drone inspections to ground penetrating radar (GPR), thermal imaging, and LiDAR technology, these solutions allow organizations to safely inspect areas that were once difficult, time-consuming, or costly to assess.Throughout the conversation, Hayes shares how technology is helping facilities identify potential issues earlier, reduce the need for confined-space entry, improve documentation, support data-driven decision-making, and establish a proactive approach to maintenance and capital planning. He also discusses how detailed reports, high-resolution imagery, video documentation, and advanced scanning technologies are helping maintenance teams, managers, engineers, and boards make more informed decisions with greater confidence.Whether you're responsible for operations, maintenance, engineering, safety, asset management, or strategic planning, this episode offers practical insights into how modern inspection technology is helping organizations move beyond reactive repairs and toward a safer, smarter, and more proactive future.Important LinksCustom Concrete Specialists https://www.ccsgrouponline.com/Previous Whole Grain Podcast Episode Featuring Cheyenne Wohlford, CEO & President of Custom Concrete Specialists Innovations in Grain Silo Maintenance: Drone Inspection Services https://www.geaps.com/news-publications/whole-grain-podcast/innovations-in-grain-silo-maintenance-drone-inspection-services-2/GEAPS Website https://www.geaps.com/GEAPS Credentialing Program https://www.geaps.com/training-education/credentials/Whole Grain Podcast https://www.geaps.com/wholegrainGrain Elevator and Processing Society champions, connects and serves the global grain industry and its members. Be sure to visit GEAPS' website to learn how you can grow your network, support your personal professional development, and advance your career. Thank you for listening to another episode of GEAPS' Whole Grain podcast.
Most farms struggle with dust, inefficiency, and labor shortages—but Tyler Niday of Bonsai Robotics reveals how AI-driven machinery is changing the game by transforming existing equipment into autonomous workhorses. Inspired by biology, Bonsai Robotics is making some of agriculture's toughest environments manageable. Tyler shares how autonomous orchard shakers are improving nut harvest efficiency by up to 40%, while converting shuttle trucks into multi-functional farm platforms can save growers hundreds of thousands of dollars in equipment costs. Monte and Tyler explore the industry's evolution from retrofitting machines with autonomous capabilities to developing full-platform solutions, including Bonsai's Amiga series. These adaptable systems support precision spraying, harvesting, and crop scouting. Before co-founding Bonsai Robotics, Tyler began in mechanical engineering and helped develop vision systems at Blue River Technology and gained hands-on learning at Orchard Machinery Corporation. If you've wondered what the future of practical farm automation really looks like, this episode offers a firsthand look at innovations in the field today. Visit Bonsai Robotics: https://bonsairobotics.ai/ Watch episode: https://youtu.be/Cvs7v5FLSN0 Timestamps: 00:10 - Tyler's background and journey into ag tech 02:23 - The role of AI and perception challenges in dust environments 07:48 - Vision-only AI vs LiDAR debate and dust interference 12:04 - Scalability of perception models across crops 12:58 - Training AI models on dusty environments and data fusion 16:16 - Focus on specialty crops as a starting point for autonomy 16:45 - Collaborations with OEMs like Floria and OMC 17:30 - Managing connectivity in remote farm locations 19:07 - Starlink and cellular solutions for remote operations 21:30 - The Amiga platform's different configurations and applications 25:44 - Strategic move into precision spraying and harvest-related automation 28:28 - Future autonomous applications for open-field crops 37:44 - Autonomous nut shaker and harvesting efficiency 41:46 - Future of crop variability mapping and individual plant management 47:13 - Returning value through data management and software ecosystems 49:21 - Industry collaboration, standards, and evolving equipment 52:25 - Closing remarks and future outlook
In this episode of John Solomon Reports, we dive into the aftermath of President Trump's significant diplomatic moves, including a landmark deal with Iran. Host John Solomon reflects on the implications of this agreement and what it means for U.S. foreign policy moving forward. Joining him is Congressman Dusty Johnson from South Dakota, who shares his insights on key legislative efforts aimed at combating government fraud and supporting farmers—an initiative gaining traction in Congress.In the second segment, we welcome former NFL star Jay Feely, now a congressional candidate endorsed by President Trump. Feely discusses his campaign and the excitement surrounding his run for office, highlighting the intersection of sports and politics.John also brings in journalist John Sommer, who sheds light on the alarming issue of home title fraud. Sommer details a disturbing case from Florida that illustrates the sophisticated tactics criminals are using in the digital age to commit real estate fraud, leaving homeowners vulnerable and in debt.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
I denne RumSnak skal vi se nærmere på forskningen i biodiversitet, og ikke mindst på hvordan remote-sensing og satellitter kan hjælpe os med at blive klogere på biodiversiteten, der jo desværre er i tilbagegang over hele kloden. Vi skal blandt andet høre om spektrometre, LIDAR-instrumenter og masser af data – men også se på hvorfor det er vigtigt at man kombinerer fjernmåling med andre metoder, som fx at en flok biologer tager gummistøvler på og går ud i naturen. Vores rumreporter Anders har været på besøg hos lektor Fabian Schneider, som netop forsker i biodiversitet og remote sensing på Aarhus Universitet. Lyt med
Copa Vermelha & Verde - https://youtu.be/GlOMqCdoeYw?si=mF-fSiHT2a1ZHIe7Ora viva meus, lindes. Aí estamos, semana de estreia do Single. Falei sobre a epopeia que foi fazer uma música numa semana, quais as partes mais desafiantes e como lidar com contratempos. Podia ter aqui grande conclusão brilhante, mas não tenho. Por isso, é ouvirem a música, enquanto não há epifanias!!Links homeopáticos - https://linktr.ee/joaonunogoncaloSem preciosas perguntas
In this episode, Bill Greer, co-founder of Common Space, shares his unique journey from rowing to building humanitarian satellite constellations. We explore the evolution of geospatial data, the challenges of satellite imagery access, and how open data can revolutionize environmental and humanitarian efforts.Key Topics- Evolution of geospatial data from early days to today- Challenges in satellite imagery access and licensing- The role of open data in humanitarian and environmental efforts- Design and mission planning for satellite constellations- The impact of AI and machine learning in earth observation- Community engagement and building with local context- Balancing commercial and public good in satellite data- Future trends in space-based earth monitoringChapters01:18 Bill Greer's Unique Career Path05:07 Early Days of Geospatial Data09:53 Field Experiences and Their Impact12:26 The Role of Product Management in Geospatial Data13:39 The Importance of Spatial Resolution18:28 Challenges in Accessing Satellite Data21:44 Common Space: A Nonprofit Approach to Satellite Imagery24:40 Future Goals and Community Engagement of Common Space29:09 Innovations in Forestry Monitoring32:49 Challenges in Data Reliability and Access33:57 Utilization of Remote Sensing Data39:13 The Future of LiDAR in Remote Sensing42:59 The Role of AI in Earth Observation48:17 Local Context in Data Interpretation49:00 Carbon Verification and Earth Observation51:59 The Community's Role in Advancing Technology
Share your Field Stories!Laura and Nick sit down with Dr. Kaitlyn Kingsland, Director of 3D Digitization at Environmental Research Group, to explore how LiDAR, photogrammetry, and digital twins are transforming archaeology, environmental consulting, and the way we document and monitor change over time. From preserving historic sites in perpetuity to using repeat scans to track environmental degradation, this episode highlights how cutting-edge technology is reshaping both fieldwork and the future of the industry.Welcome back to Environmental Professionals Radio, Connecting the Environmental Professionals Community Through Conversation, with your hosts Laura Thorne and Nic Frederick! Help us continue to create great content! If you'd like to sponsor a future episode hit the support podcast button or visit www.environmentalprofessionalsradio.com/sponsor-form Please be sure to ✔️subscribe, ⭐rate and ✍review. This podcast is produced by the National Association of Environmental Professions (NAEP). Check out all the NAEP has to offer at NAEP.org.Connect with Kaitlyn Kingsland at https://www.linkedin.com/in/kaitlynkingsland/Guest Bio:Kaitlyn Kingsland is a digitization expert, utilizing LiDAR and 3D scanning methods to capture environments and objects for a variety of purposes. An archaeologist by training, Dr. Kingsland's work intersects with technology and cultural heritage. More recently this work has expanded to environmental sciences and engineering applications, including assisting in work involving the lidar analysis of ecology and environments, reverse engineering, and scan to BIM. Her work has led her to travel domestically and internationally to scan sites as old as prehistoric Italy, Roman Malta, and as new as modern buildings within North America. Currently, Dr. Kingsland works with Environmental Research Group, LLC of Baltimore, Maryland.Music CreditsIntro: Givin Me Eyes by Grace MesaOutro: Never Ending Soul Groove by Mattijs MullerSupport the showThanks for listening! A new episode drops every Friday. Like, share, subscribe, and/or sponsor to help support the continuation of the show. You can find us on Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, and all your favorite podcast players. Support the showThanks for listening! A new episode drops every Friday. Like, share, subscribe, and/or sponsor to help support the continuation of the show. You can find us on Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, and all your favorite podcast players.
What if airports had self-driving mobility pods that could safely navigate through crowds, just like something out of The Jetsons? Or the Pixar movie Wall-E?In this episode, John Koetsier sits down with Matthew Anderson, CEO of A&K Robotics, to explore the future of autonomous mobility. A&K Robotics is building AI-powered self-driving pods designed to help people navigate airports independently without relying on wheelchairs or staff assistance.But the real breakthrough isn't just autonomy. It's crowd navigation. Matthew explains why navigating dense, unpredictable crowds is one of the hardest problems in robotics, and how A&K's “crowd-centric AI” could become foundational technology for airports, stadiums, smart cities, conferences, and even humanoid robots in the future.They also discuss:* Why airports are the perfect proving ground for robotics* The AI and sensor stack powering autonomous mobility* Directional sound systems inspired by The Sphere in Las Vegas* Scaling robotics startups from prototype to deployment* Raising an $8M Series A round* The personal story that inspired Matthew to build the company* Why the future of robotics depends on moving safely through human environmentsGuest:Matthew Anderson — CEO, A&K RoboticsCompany: A&K RoboticsIf you enjoy conversations about AI, robotics, startups, and the future of technology, subscribe for more interviews with founders and innovators shaping what's next.Subscribe here:https://techfirst.substack.com00:00 – Intro00:30 – Meet A&K Robotics and the Vision for Autonomous Airport Mobility01:20 – Why Crowd Navigation AI Is the Hardest Problem in Robotics02:40 – Navigating Dense Airport Crowds and Passenger Flow04:05 – Directional Sound and Designing a Better Airport Experience05:50 – Building an “iPhone Experience” for Mobility Robots06:30 – Sensors, LIDAR, and Operating Without GPS07:20 – Fleet Management and Autonomous Operations in Airports08:00 – Mapping Airports and Optimizing Routes Through Crowds09:00 – Scaling the Business and Solving Systems Integration10:00 – Charging, Docking Stations, and the Future Airport Network10:45 – Raising an $8 Million Series A Round11:20 – Customers: Vancouver International Airport and Aena12:10 – Building a Polished Robotics Platform on Seed Funding12:50 – Matthew Anderson's Background in Robotics and Drones14:00 – The Bigger Vision: Crowd Navigation for All Robots14:40 – The Personal Story Behind the Company Mission15:40 – Licensing Opportunities and the $5 Billion Airport Mobility Market16:45 – Hiring, Scaling the Team, and Expanding Production18:00 – Growing Up Hacking Robots and the AC/DC Story19:10 – Why Building Robots Is Fun — and Why Accounting Wasn't20:40 – Final Thoughts and the Future of Autonomous Mobility
Europe doesn't have a water problem. The rain still falls; we've just spent a few hundred years engineering it off the land as fast as we can, which James Barrett likens to hauling your garden clippings to the dump only to drive back in spring and buy compost.James is a regenerative hydrology consultant, founder of Decent Water Company and lead regenerative designer for Ten Lives Festival in Portugal — where 150 people spent their mornings digging rock-lined "smiles" into a semi-arid, 70-hectare site that sees barely 400mm of rain a year. Sitting between two almond trees, he explains why he favours many small, low-risk interventions over one big dam, how those rock linings passively harvest daily fog and condensation much like the fog nets of Chile, and why transpiring trees hand a landscape a longer growing season and a few degrees of cooling. He also shows how LiDAR and AI let him read 70 hectares from a laptop, finding where water wants to pool before he lifts a shovel.This is a practical field lesson in keeping water higher in the landscape — and in why where you choose to dig decides whether soil, ecosystems and the economics all start to regenerate together.More about this episode.Thoughts? Ideas? Questions? Send us a message!Support the show=======In Investing in Regenerative Agriculture and Food podcast show we talk to the pioneers in the regenerative food and agriculture space to learn more on how to put our money to work to regenerate soil, people, local communities and ecosystems while making an appropriate and fair return. Hosted by Koen van Seijen.
Back from China, Tu Le and Lei Xing unpack one of the most consequential shifts happening in the global automotive industry: the technology relationship between China and Western automakers has completely flipped. What began decades ago as Western companies bringing technology into China has become something very different. Today, automakers including Volkswagen, Stellantis, Mercedes-Benz, Honda, Nissan and others are increasingly relying on Chinese batteries, software, ADAS systems, LiDAR suppliers, and EV platforms to remain competitive.In this episode, Tu and Lei discuss:Why Ford, GM, Volkswagen and Stellantis increasingly need Chinese technologyThe growing influence of XPeng, BYD, CATL, Huawei, Momenta, Hesai and Horizon RoboticsWaymo's rapid expansion and why autonomous driving is becoming impossible to ignoreThe reality of FSD versus China's rapidly improving intelligent driving systemsThe implications of the Trump-Xi summit for the automotive sectorCanada's evolving strategy toward Chinese EV importsWhat the Beijing Auto Show revealed about the future of the industryWhy the next battle is no longer about EVs — it's about software, AI and autonomyThe conversation also explores whether legacy automakers risk becoming hardware manufacturers while Chinese companies increasingly control the technology stack powering the future of mobility. ⸻
As sensing systems move into tougher environments, material choice matters more than ever. In this episode of ASME TechCast, SCHOTT's Tina Gallo returns to discuss the glass materials inside LiDAR systems and why material selection can make such a difference in performance.To learn more about SCHOTT's specialty glass solutions, visit schott.com.
Today's guest is Robert Cheatham https://www.linkedin.com/in/rcheetham/ and we are talking about Japan Earth Observer, https://www.japanearthobserver.com/. This is a newsletter on the space, Earth observation, and geospatial industry in Japan. It is based on a fantastic effort by Robert to systematically collate every last company in the space and earth observation supply chain in that country. Naturally I was drawn to it due to my efforts to do this not only for Japan but every country in the world as the GEO500. We got in touch and exchanged our lists which led to the discussion recorded here today.The GEO500 has 56 Japanese companies since inception. 7 of them are delisted. So the index contains 49 live positions for this country. All GEO500 positions start with $100. The entire Japanese part of the GEO500 stands at $AUD13,000. This is because the 56 have compounded at 8% annually since inception. In the case of this country, starting as a position in Fujitsu in 2000. The top three performers in terms of capital growth rate are Terra Drone (125% annually), Synspective (71%) and QPS (59%). The top 3 in terms of value are Sony ($1100 - bear in mind the $100 starting position, equating to a 20% annual growth rate since entering the index in 2013), NEC ($960, 10%) and Raito Kogyo ($760, 11%). Note that the 3 fastest growers are all earth observation companies, and 2 of those are synthetic aperture radar satellite constellations. This is an exciting part of our industry to watch and I have recorded a couple of great episodes on the power of it. For example, - Jamon Van Den Hoek's work as an academic partnering with some of the world's largest media organisations to monitor building destruction in warzones and after fires: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0RQNjzDtTQTNqv8IiMy2SU- Umbra, a pioneering American SAR satellite manufacturer, they also operate their own constellation: https://open.spotify.com/episode/2QM3OeglXI1naiSgrKod17- Iceye, the equivalent from Finland: https://open.spotify.com/episode/04S3fsdL4cus2tOEbq4KBN- Ursa Space Systems, a commodity intelligence firm that uses SAR to monitor everything from iron ore stockpiles at ports to oil farm tank lids around the world: https://open.spotify.com/episode/3ltO0Bv8Mtq7dgnLhXWGxO- SeerAI, another analytical platform where I coaxed the guest to use SAR as a way to detect surface change on the NEOM excavation, the world's largest (now abandoned) building site: https://www.geospatial.fm/p/seerai-responds-to-johnny-harrisBut this wasn't just about current companies. We were privileged in this episode to be given a history of Japan's trading houses since the 1860s to today. This led to several insights around the longevity, for example, of the social groups that comprise such firms and how they can persist even through a trust busting effort by the winning country after a world war. Another insight was the benefit to society of trust busting and how it unleashed a wave of new companies and from that household names such as Honda and Sony. Honda recently launched a rocket that was able to land itself. This has relevance to possible future earth observation constellation launches. Sony released LiDAR solution in 2013 and also sells other geospatial products like a GNSS chip. We have come full circle.A final note about Robert himself. We are presented here with a cultivated and successful entrepreneur. He grew a geospatial software development firm to 50 people then sold it. He has learnt a foreign language well enough to spontaneously translate things for me during a podcast recording without warning. He also is able to offer a comprehensive historical view on the emergence, development, setbacks and modern day expression of several dominant companies in a vibrant foreign economy, Japan. He shows us the way, then, on multiple fronts. I am grateful for the chance to put an inspiring industry figure in front of you today. Thanks Robert.
Começamos no tiroliroliro este episódio mas com o Rui no tiroliroló devido a um treino de padel. Quem diria que um treino de padel ia proporcionar uma conversa sobre falha, não tentar e destituir de coisas. Ninguém. Outra coisa que ninguém iria adivinhar: o jardineiro veio cá a casa, não percebeu nada do que tinha que fazer MAS a culpa não é do Rui. Não!!!!! É de Camões. Falamos também do assunto da semana: Catarina Miranda foi a televisão terminar com o namorado em directo. Ainda sobre as aventuras de Rui na Champions e com a seleção de Portugal e o seu momento de super fama. (No final do episódio tivemos um problema com as câmaras e tivemos de terminar de forma rápida).APOIOS:SportTV
Marcus Rowe, Business Director – Public Safety & Forensics at Leica Geosystems, joins the Forensic Focus Podcast to talk about 3D laser scanning, forensic digital twins, and the role of LiDAR in modern crime and collision investigation. Marcus shares his path from military and civilian policing — including a career in forensic collision investigation with Devon & Cornwall Police — into industry, and explains how Leica Geosystems (part of Hexagon) is empowering investigators with tools that capture entire scenes for analysis, courtroom presentation, and cold case review. Marcus and Si also discuss the upcoming Forensics Europe Expo at Olympia on 1–2 July, which is set to bring together senior leaders, practitioners and solution providers from across the forensic community. To learn more and secure a free visitor pass, visit: https://www.forensicseuropeexpo.com. The conversation also turns to Marcus's involvement in the world's largest crash test, featured in the Channel 4 documentary Pile Up. Working blind to the staged scenario, Marcus reconstructed the multi-vehicle collision from post-event scene capture and 3D modelling — at times surfacing detail that the 90 cameras filming the event had missed. #LiDAR #3DScanning #CrashInvestigation #ForensicDigitalTwins #LeicaGeosystems #DigitalForensics #DFIR ⏱️ Timestamps 00:00 Welcome Marcus Rowe 02:44 From Policing to Leica Geosystems 05:35 Leica Conference Highlights 08:43 Forensic Digital Twins Talk 17:55 What to Expect at FEE 22:29 Students and Career Pathways 26:08 World's Largest Crash Test 31:07 LiDAR Explained Simply 34:36 Courtroom Storytelling in 3D 36:02 Real Cases and Proof Standards 38:40 TV Production 41:20 Micron Accuracy Use Cases 42:25 Footprints Without Contact 46:56 From Microns to Kilometers 50:35 VR for Juries and Trust 52:04 Holistic Capture Beats Bias 56:02 FEE Event Invitation 01:00:36 Wrap Up
Methane is invisible, odorless, and far more potent than CO2 in the short term, so how do you actually catch it leaking? Brendan Smith, CEO of SeekOps Inc., explains how technology built for the Mars Curiosity rover ended up flying on drones over oil and gas sites here on Earth. We get into spectrometers versus satellites, why offshore detection is so tricky, what EU methane rules mean for US operators in 2027, and how SeekOps turns an invisible gas into something you can finally see.Click here to watch a video of this episode.Join the conversation shaping the future of energy.Collide is the community where oil & gas professionals connect, share insights, and solve real-world problems together. No noise. No fluff. Just the discussions that move our industry forward.Apply today at collide.ioClick here to view the episode transcript. 00:00 Setup and the Power Hour combo02:24 Crossing paths back in 201904:14 From PhD dropout to CEO05:24 JPL, the first patent, and Mars rover tech12:34 How a drone measures a methane plume13:49 Ground, drones, planes, and satellites19:00 Spinning out of JPL and the Equinor bet24:55 What methane is and why it matters29:01 Net zero and EU methane regulation32:00 LNG, coal, and offshore detection42:10 Lidar, photogrammetry, and 3D models45:36 What's overhyped and the road ahead49:24 Why Austin, and the Houston debate53:16 Wrap uphttps://twitter.com/collide_aihttps://www.tiktok.com/@collide.iohttps://www.facebook.com/collide.iohttps://www.instagram.com/collide.iohttps://www.youtube.com/@collide_iohttps://bsky.app/profile/collide-ai.bsky.socialhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/collideai
Ouster ($OUST) just reported $49M in Q1 2026 revenue — up 49% year-over-year — and crossed the 40% gross margin threshold as it shifts toward a fabless model. But the bigger story is product: the new REV8 LiDAR family and L4 Max chip now integrate native color sensing directly into the sensor, developed in partnership with Fujifilm.In this episode, Nick breaks down what that means for physical AI — autonomous vehicles, robotics, and industrial automation — where today's systems rely on costly, complex sensor fusion setups combining LiDAR with CMOS image sensors. Color LiDAR could simplify that stack significantly.We also cover Q2 2026 guidance, the path toward breakeven, and why OUST remains a small bet in the Semi Insider portfolio — not a full position. This is still a prove-it story: the company operates at a loss and continues issuing shares to fund operations.Topics covered:REV8 family and L4 Max chip breakdownHow color LiDAR changes the physical AI sensor stackWhy OUST is sized as a small bet and what would change thatQ2 2026 guidance and the road to profitabilityFor deeper research and portfolio updates, visit us at chipstockinvestor.com.Chip Stock Investor covers semiconductor stocks and the chips powering AI, autonomy, and the physical world. Subscribe for weekly analysis and research updates.This content is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Always do your own research before making any investment decisions.
On today's episode, we discuss how fast emerging tech is reshaping everyday life, from glitchy home solar systems to self‑driving cars, sex robots, and AI‑driven coding tools. Glenn opens with a candid update on his Tesla‑based solar setup—celebrating a newly functional generator‑battery handoff while venting about failed inverters and long calls with Tesla support—before the group pivots into how well the latest Full Self‑Driving software now handles stop signs, parking, and even spotting deer at night using cameras and possibly infrared. From there, they debate LiDAR versus camera‑only systems, the future of EVs and hybrids, and how self‑driving will eventually trickle down into everything from lawnmowers to Roombas as autonomy gets baked into cheap firmware chips rather than constantly updated software. The conversation then gets speculative and playful: humanoid robots doing warehouse work and construction, direct brain interfaces by 2035, AI‑mediated sex and “Tesla Ranch” brothels, and a looming choice between a Wall‑E future of passive comfort or a Star Trek future of exploration and fitness. In the final stretch, they return to Elon Musk's growing power—Starlink as a de facto “second internet,” Grok Build and vibe‑coding tools that let non‑programmers wire systems together—and close with a non‑advice discussion of Bitcoin and crypto, arguing that upcoming U.S. regulation and broader access through mainstream financial firms could unleash a major new wave of demand. Don't miss it!
Operasyona polîsan a li baregeha CHP li Enqerê û derxistina serokê ji kar dûrxistî Özgür Özel, berteka tund a siyasî çêkir. DEM Partî roja Duşemê ev operasyon “şermeke ji bo demokrasiyê” bi nav kir û biryara dadgehê ya ku hefteya borî serokatiya CHP ji kar dûr xist rexne kir. Peyamnêra SBS Kurdî, Hatice Kamer, ji Amedê zêdetir agahdarî dide.
Uma série de acidentes graves envolvendo bicicletas elétricas e patinetes no Rio, incluindo o que matou uma mãe e o filho na Tijuca, gerou um decreto municipal com novas regras de circulação. Especialistas já dizem que o texto pode ser derrubado na Justiça por contradizer normas federais do Contran.Em 2016, havia 7.600 bicicletas elétricas no Brasil. Em 2024, eram 284 mil de pedal assistido e 160 mil autopropelidos vendidos em um único ano. A tecnologia chegou sem regulação e agora as cidades tentam reagir.O problema não é exclusivamente brasileiro. Em Toronto, as internações por acidente de scooter cresceram 600% entre 2020 e 2024. As cidades que avançaram no tema trataram categorias diferentes como categorias diferentes. Nova York separou os veículos por classe e viu as mortes cair de 14 para 4 em um ano. Oslo introduziu toque de recolher para scooters alugados de madrugada e reduziu acidentes causados por consumo de álcool em mais de 50% em um mês.O decreto do Rio vai na direção oposta. É regulação de reação, não planejamento. Apresentado por Bruno Natal.--Newsletter O Futuro Explicado: https://resumido.substack.com/subscribeAssinatura: https://resumido.cc/assinaturaLoja RESUMIDO: https://www.studiogeek.com.br/resumido/Ouça mais: https://resumido.cc
Go to https://nicnac.com/whyfiles and use code WHYFILES for 20% off, or use the store locator to find Nic Nacs near you. Get your free, 30-second personalized assessment TODAY at https://PDSDebt.com/BASEMENT The Basement: Luke Caverns | LIDAR Is Revealing Ancient Cities the Amazon Was Hiding Luke Caverns is an anthropologist and explorer who's mapped over 80 ancient archaeological sites using LIDAR — sites that don't appear on any map. His grandfather found and lost seven gold mines in New Mexico. Luke found them again. Now he's planning the largest LIDAR scan ever done in the Amazon. We also go deep into Alexander the Great's missing body, the Were Jaguar cults of the Olmecs, and the Minoan civilization that may have been Atlantis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Michael Brandt, Co-Founder and CEO, RC Mowers joined Grayson Brulte on The Road to Autonomy podcast to discuss autonomous mowers and how they unlock scale for an industry that is labor constrained.In the landscape industry, turnover is structural, the work is hard, and skilled employees tend to stay away, making this an ideal industry to deploy autonomy that unlocks scale and frees up human resources to focus on the work robots cannot do yet.The perception stack on the autonomous mowers is LiDAR-first, enabling the mowers to operate day and night with equal capability. Airport operators were the first to recognize what that unlocks, deploying autonomous mowers at night when runways close, expanding the operational window on land that never stops needing maintenance.As private equity continues to roll up the landscape industry, the use of autonomous mowers is growing as they solve the labor problem and unlock growth that the old model cannot deliver.The future of autonomy in landscaping will not be won by the operators waiting for the price to come down. It will be won by the operators who are already three years ahead, deploying autonomous mowers today and building the next generation of the landscape industry.Episode Chapters00:00 AUTNMY AI00:36 Founding of RC Mowers05:56 Landscape Labor Crisis09:21 Autonomous Mower Stack11:54 Deploying Autonomous Mowers20:46 Autonomous Mowing at Airports25:47 Autonomous Mowing32:11 Private Equity Landscape Industry Roll Up38:12 Autonomy-First Landscape Company46:48 American Manufacturing in Green Bay50:54 The Future of RC Mowers--------About The Road to AutonomyThe Road to Autonomy is the leading applied intelligence platform covering the convergence of automation, autonomy, and the Autonomy Economy.™.Through our podcasts, newsletter, and proprietary applied intelligence, we set the narrative for institutional investors, industry executives, and policymakers navigating the convergence of automation, autonomy, and economic growth.Join institutional investors and industry leaders who read This Week in The Autonomy Economy every Sunday. Each edition delivers exclusive insight and commentary on the autonomy economy, helping you stay ahead of what's next.Sign up for This Week in The Autonomy Economy newsletter: https://www.roadtoautonomy.com/ae/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The Amazon was one of the least explored frontiers on Earth… until now. Scientists are scanning the rainforest with advanced LiDAR technology to reveal lost structures hidden below the canopy for centuries. Could they finally uncover the legendary lost city of El Dorado?▀▀▀▀▀▀
Yes, SpaceX has filed its IPO, and NVIDIA had amazing earnings too. But we also have cheap LiDAR that can see around corners.Starring Tom Merritt and Jenn Cutter Show notes can be found here. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Amit Jain, cofounder and CEO of Luma AI, joins South Park Commons Partner Finn Meeks to explain why the most defensible AI companies aren't just building tools—they're developing systems that can understand and simulate the world.Amit traces Luma's path from a free 3D capture app designed to gather training data, through an early bet that video generation was finally viable, to the unified model architecture powering Luma Agents today. He explains why most AI products still break at execution, why foundation labs blur the line between product and research, and why they are the blueprint for the companies of the future.Amit Jain: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gravicle/ Finn Meeks: https://www.linkedin.com/in/finn-meeks/ South Park Commons: https://www.linkedin.com/company/southparkcommons/Apply to SPC: https://www.southparkcommons.com/applyChapters:(00:00:00) - Apple's LiDAR work seeded Luma's founding vision (00:05:05) - A free app was secretly a data collection operation (00:06:49) - H100s made video generation stop feeling impossible (00:10:00) - Most definitions of "world model" are simply wrong (00:14:37) - Why unified models beat pure video scaling (00:20:03) - Luma Agents and the end-to-end creative production loop (00:23:00) - The knowledge gap no model can close alone(00:29:34) - Blowing James Cameron's mind in five minutes (00:31:16) - Why consumer video generation failed—and who it's actually for (00:35:23) - Product and research aren't two things at a foundation lab
In this episode, we speak to Adam McKinnon, CEO of Advance Metals, a company rapidly building one of the more exciting silver growth stories in Mexico Advance has assembled a portfolio exceeding 100 million ounces of silver equivalent across the prolific Sierra Madre Belt, positioning itself at the centre of a growing global conversation around silver supply, electrification, and precious metals demand. We discuss the strategy behind consolidating a district-scale silver platform in Mexico, the significance of the recent Yoquivo JORC Resource, and why the company believes there is substantial upside still to come from its exploration pipeline. We explore Adam's views on leadership in mining, balancing geology with capital markets, the importance of local expertise, and where he sees the biggest opportunities emerging in precious metals exploration over the next decade. This episode is brought to you by Mining International, a global executive search partner to the mining industry. For bespoke search and advisory services, please visit www.mining-international.org KEY TAKEAWAYS Advanced Metals has efficiently built a portfolio exceeding 100 million ounces of silver equivalent along Mexico's prolific Sierra Madre belt for less than $5 million USD. Recent JORC resource validation at the Yakivo project has revealed significant, high-grade unsampled core that redefines the site's potential from a narrow-vein system to a bulk-tonnage project. Establishing an almost entirely Mexican local team and advisory network is critical to navigating community relations, legal systems, and environmental compliance effectively. Significant opportunities still exist in mature mining districts by applying modern technologies like high-resolution LiDAR surveys to re-evaluate previously drilled areas. BEST MOMENTS "We have pulled together this plus-100-million-ounce silver equivalent portfolio now for a total cost, current cost, of less than $5 million US dollars." "When you look at these projects systematically and scientifically, you often get a lot further than when you take an ad hoc approach." "You want Mexican nationals to be interacting with Mexican nationals in these places... that in-country experience is absolutely invaluable." "There is a lot of value to be unlocked by looking differently at some of the exploration that has already been done... there are a lot of discoveries actually hiding in plain sight." GUEST RESOURCES https://advancemetals.com.au/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/advance-metals-ltd/ https://x.com/advancemetltd VALUABLE RESOURCES Mail: rob@mining-international.org LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-tyson-3a26a68/ X: https://twitter.com/MiningRobTyson YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/DigDeepTheMiningPodcast Web: http://www.mining-international.org CONTACT METHOD rob@mining-international.org https://www.linkedin.com/in/rob-tyson-3a26a68/ Podcast Description Rob Tyson is an established recruiter in the mining and quarrying sector and decided to produce the “Dig Deep” The Mining Podcast to provide valuable and informative content around the mining industry. He has a passion and desire to promote the industry and the podcast aims to offer the mining community an insight into people's experiences and careers covering any mining discipline, giving the listeners helpful advice and guidance on industry topics. This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/
Hurricanes are often seen as purely destructive, but new research reveals their vital role in shaping longleaf pine ecosystems. Dr. Jeffrey Cannon from the Jones Center at Ichauway joins the Timber University podcast to discuss how his research explores how these storms influence forest structure, stimulate reproduction, and act as natural restorers. Discover how hurricanes increase biodiversity, create complex forest structures, and reinforce fire regimes, offering ecological benefits often overlooked. We also discuss how remote sensing tools like LiDAR are transforming our understanding of storm impacts, from tree architecture adaptations to fuel patterns affecting fire behavior. Dr. Cannon provides practical advice on managing forest diversity to bolster resilience against future hurricanes, crucial for landowners and restoration practitioners. This episode is perfect for land managers, conservationists, and anyone interested in the nuanced role of disturbances. It challenges conventional views and sparks innovative thinking about storm ecology and forest resilience. You can contact Dr. Cannon directly at jeffery.cannon@jonesctr.org A tutorial on using Lidar tools for forestry data https://lab.jonesctr.org/cannon/resources/ If you want to hear a broader discussion with Dr. Cannon and others on research needs for hurricane-disturbed forests, click below. https://forestrywebinars.net/webinars/future-directions-for-hurricane-disturbed-forests/?sr=wp~ondemand
Exploring Serpent Mound, Celestial Alignments, and Ancient Mysteries - Grimerica Podcast Join us as we delve into the fascinating world of ancient earthworks, celestial alignments, and the mysteries surrounding Serpent Mound. Our panel discusses the history, celestial connections, and controversies, providing a deep dive into the symbolism and science behind this enigmatic site. David Mathisen streetwingchun.com https://modernancientway.com/ Brandon Powell. https://thedojoarts.com/meet-the-trainers/ https://www.instagram.com/brandonpowell396/ Our Event: https://contactatthecabin.com/solstice/ In this episode: The upcoming Serpent Mound event and the significance of solstice alignments The history and age of Serpent Mound, with insights from Graham Hancock and Ross Hamilton Celestial phenomena and constellation alignments with Serpent Mound Controversies and theories about the mound's construction and purpose The role of geoglyphs, LIDAR discoveries, and world-wide serpent imagery The cultural significance from Native American beliefs to global myths How ancient earthworks may relate to ancient global connections and advanced knowledge Practical details for the upcoming event and adventure options in Ohio Exploring UFO sightings, crop circles, and the energetic landscape of sacred sites Become a Lord or Lady with 1k donations over time. And a Noble with any donation. Leave Serfdom behind and help Grimerica stick to 0 ads and sponsors and fully listener supported. Thanks for listening!! Help support the show, because we can't do it without ya. https://www.simulationmaps.com/#products Suite of Interactive Maps! DisasterMap, VolcanoSim, AsteroidSim, ShipwreckMap, UFOMap etc https://www.amazon.com/Unlearned-School-Failed-What-About/dp/1998704904/ref=sr_1_3?sr=8-3 Support the show directly: https://open.spotify.com/show/2punSyd9Cw76ZtvHxMKenI?si=ImKxfMHgQZ-oshl499O4dQ&nd=1&dlsi=4c25fa9c78674de3 Watch or Listen on Spotify https://grimericacbd.com/ CBD / THC Gummies and Tinctures http://www.grimerica.ca/support https://www.patreon.com/grimerica http://www.grimericaoutlawed.ca/support Our audio book website: www.adultbrain.ca Check out our next trip/conference/meetup - Contact at the Cabin www.contactatthecabin.com www.grimerica.ca/shrooms and Micro Dosing Darren's book www.acanadianshame.ca Join the chat / hangout with a bunch of fellow Grimericans Https://t.me.grimerica grimerica.ca/chats Discord Chats https://itunes.apple.com/ca/podcast/grimerica-outlawed Sign up for our newsletter https://grimerica.substack.com/ SPAM Graham = and send him your synchronicities, feedback, strange experiences and psychedelic trip reports!! graham@grimerica.com Purchase swag, with partial proceeds donated to the show: www.grimerica.ca/swag Send us a postcard or letter http://www.grimerica.ca/contact/ Episode ART - Napolean Duheme's site http://www.lostbreadcomic.com/ MUSIC https://brokeforfree.bandcamp.com/ - Something Galactic Felix's Site sirfelix.bandcamp.com - Should I Timestamps: (00:00) - Welcome and overview of upcoming Serpent Mound event (02:13) - Recap of past explorations and the Cosmic Summit experience (04:11) - Dave's return from Australia and cultural impressions (10:43) - Deep dive into the celestial alignments and star maps for the solstice (15:18) - Brandon Powell discusses the age and possible older origins of Serpent Mound (19:29) - Precise celestial event timings and astronomical alignments (25:14) - The controversy around beliefs, Native narratives, and academic accusations (27:26) - Global connections, geoglyphs, and ancient myths around the world (33:31) - Geophysical features, faults, and the sacred landscape (36:19) - LIDAR discoveries of ancient earthworks and advanced geoglyphs (46:16) - The moon smack theory and planetary impacts (50:02) - Expanding earth model and geological insights (53:16) - UFO phenomena, entities, and the Hitchhiker Effect (55:46) - Ancient rituals, energy grids, and suppressed history (58:37) - Event logistics, speaker highlights, and community spirit (60:15) - Personal practices, earth energy, and sacred site work by Brandon (62:29) - The importance of direct experience and community connection (63:47) - Preparing for the geological and astronomical observations at the mound (64:12) - Practical tips for laser pointers, travel plans, and event participation (65:28) - Closing remarks and upcoming events with notable speakers
Esta semana en el podcast de Somos Eléctricos repasamos algunas de las noticias más interesantes del mundo de la movilidad eléctrica. Volkswagen prepara su primer GTI eléctrico con el ID. Polo GTI, Deepal ya trabaja en una versión renovada del S05 con LiDAR, y Android Auto se actualiza con Maps en 3D, YouTube y Gemini. También hablamos de los planes de XPeng para fabricar coches eléctricos en Europa junto a Volkswagen, del futuro Toyota Corolla 2027 con versiones híbrida, enchufable y eléctrica, y de las últimas novedades de Tesla: una cola virtual para Supercargadores y el Model Y superando las nuevas pruebas ADAS de la NHTSA. Un episodio cargado de eléctricos pequeños, software, seguridad, carga rápida y mucha estrategia industrial. Benefíciate del CAE al comprar tu coche eléctrico. Mas info en: https://somoselectricos.com/certificados-ahorro-energetico-cae-coche-electrico/ Usa nuestra calculadora para conocer lo que recibirás de ayuda al comprar un coche eléctrico: https://somoselectricos.com/calcula-importe-ayuda-plan-auto/ ¿Quieres anunciarte en este podcast? Hazlo con advoices.com/podcast/ivoox/627406
Explore how James McBride (@cnasalvador) is building El Salvador's sovereign aviation infrastructure. From ferrying a helicopter 3,000 miles to launching the first Bitcoin-friendly air taxi, learn how Cielo Norte Aviacion is decentralizing the skies and skipping fiat traffic jams.National sovereignty depends on more than just a digital currency because citizens remain limited by crumbling fiat infrastructure and exhausting traffic jams. In this episode, James McBride argues that freedom requires the physical infrastructure to move as fast as Bitcoin. By launching Cielo Norte Aviacion, James is betting that the future of the Salvadoran Citadel depends on decentralizing the skies to allow for a level of mobility that was previously impossible in Central America.The journey to establish this vision involved a literal trial by fire that started with a grueling international flight from Northern Ontario. James recounts the logistics of ferrying a helicopter 3,000 miles across borders while navigating the shifting regulations of multiple countries and searching for jet fuel in remote regions. This story of grit and proof of work highlights the massive physical effort required to build a new business in the Bitcoin nation and describes the immense relief he felt when the aircraft finally touched down on Salvadoran soil.As James reaches the finish line of his AAC certification, he is preparing to launch a high speed air taxi service that changes the last mile logistics of El Salvador. His fleet offers private charters that reach world class surf breaks like Punta Mango in under thirty minutes so that travelers can bypass the nightmare traffic of San Salvador. This initiative creates a functional network that connects the most remote and beautiful locations in the country to the economic heart of the city.The business expansion includes a clear roadmap for industrial and government support alongside tourism. By utilizing aerial surveying and Lidar technology, Cielo Norte facilitates mining operations and infrastructure planning with a level of precision and speed that drones cannot match. This technical edge and the future addition of fixed-wing aircraft for cargo position the company to become the backbone of Salvadoran industry and a critical pillar of the economic rebirth of the country.James also shares a behind the scenes look at his private meeting with President Bukele where he pitched the vision of making El Salvador the aviation hub of Latin America. This comprehensive family approach spanning from Bitcoin exchanges to the skies reflects a unique moment in history where entrepreneurs are actively building the world they want to live in. Whether you are a pilot interested in technical flight rules or a Bitcoiner looking for the next frontier of growth, this episode demonstrates that the sky is no longer the limit in El Salvador.—Bitcoin Beach TeamConnect and Learn more about James McBrideX (Company): https://x.com/cnasalvadorWeb: https://www.cielonorteaviacion.com/IG: https://www.instagram.com/cielonorteaviacion/WhatsApp (Business Line): +503 7745 8200 Support and follow Bitcoin Beach:X: https://www.twitter.com/BitcoinBeachIG: https://www.instagram.com/bitcoinbeach_sv TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@livefrombitcoinbeach Web: https://www.bitcoinbeach.com Browse through this quick guide to learn more about the episode:00:00 Intro01:13 Why the McBride family moved their business to El Salvador02:48 Scaling a Canadian mining airline into a Salvadoran charter04:12 Flying a helicopter 3,000 miles from Canada to El Salvador06:15 How air taxis solve the San Salvador traffic nightmare11:51 Navigating 10,000-foot mountain ranges under VFR rules13:38 Why El Salvador's geography is perfect for helicopters16:02 Using Lidar aerial surveying for mining andLive From Bitcoin Beach
This Week In Startups is made possible by:IM8 Health: IM8health.com/TWISTSquarespace: Squarespace.com/TWISTRender - Render.com/TWISTSelf-driving just stopped being a science problem and became an engineering challenge instead. That's the through-line of today's double-header with the CEOs of two of the most important AV companies in the world — Wayve's Alex Kendall and Waabi's Raquel Urtasun. Between them: ~$2B raised in the last six months, Uber as a partner, Nissan and Volvo as OEMs, and a shared bet that end-to-end AI plus world models beats Waymo's city-by-city map-and-pray approach.If you want to understand the state of the self-driving industry beyond recent Waymo announcements, this is the episode for you.Guest Links:Wayve: wayve.ai/Waabi: http://waabi.ai/Alex Kendall https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexgkendall/Raquel Uratsun: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raquel-urtasun-298400139/Company Links:Wayve's GAIA-2 world model: https://wayve.ai/thinking/gaia-2/Wayve's 500 city roadshow: https://wayve.ai/thinking/ai-500-roadshow-500-cities/Wavye's most recent funding round: https://wayve.ai/press/series-d/Waybe + Uber: https://wayve.ai/press/wayve-nissan-uber-robotaxi-collaboration/Waabi closed-loop simulator: https://waabi.ai/insights/waabi-worldWaabi + Volvo: https://waabi.ai/insights/waabi-and-volvo-autonomous-solutions-partner-to-jointly-develop-and-deploy-autonomous-transportation-solutionsWaabi + Uber: https://www.uberfreight.com/en-US/blog/uber-freight-and-waabi-introduce-industry-first-autonomous-truck-deployment-solutionTimestamps:0:00 Alex Kendall (Wayve) joins the show1:19 The contrarian bet on end-to-end AI and world models in 20173:05 What is a world model? GAIA-2 and GAIA-3 explained7:34 Sensor agnosticism: camera, radar, LiDAR and minimum bar for safety9:56 $1.5B raised — have we cracked self-driving?10:09 Render: Find out why 5 million developers are already using the all-in-one cloud platform, Render. Go to https://render.com/twist and apply for the Render Startup Program to get $500-$100,000 in free credits, depending on your stage and backers.20:38 Squarespace: Use offer code TWIST to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain at https://www.Squarespace.com/TWIST25:03 How consumers will actually pay: bundle, subscription, or free trial30:15 IM8 Health: Start feeling like your best self every day. Go to https://IM8health.com/twist and use the code TWiST to get a free welcome kit, five free travel sachets, and 10% off your order.35:59 Raquel Urtasun (Waabi) joins the show36:25 World models as controllable simulators for physical AI43:34 One AI brain across trucks, robotaxis, and beyond47:35 What changed in AI to make 2026 the deployment year52:28 Why Waabi raised $1B when they're capital-efficient58:52 Where Waabi is today: Volvo VNL Autonomous, Dallas-Houston, Uber Freight1:00:50 Per-mile pricing and the Driver-as-a-Service model1:07:20 Has Uber tried to buy Waabi? "Not for sale"Subscribe to the TWiST500 newsletter: https://ticker.thisweekinstartups.comCheck out the TWIST500: https://www.twist500.comSubscribe to This Week in Startups on Apple: https://rb.gy/v19fcpFollow Lon:X: https://x.com/lonsFollow Alex:X: https://x.com/alexLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexwilhelmFollow Jason:X: https://twitter.com/JasonLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasoncalacanisCheck out all our partner offers: https://partners.launch.co/Great TWIST interviews: Will Guidara, Eoghan McCabe, Steve Huffman, Brian Chesky, Bob Moesta, Aaron Levie, Sophia Amoruso, Reid Hoffman, Frank Slootman, Billy McFarlandCheck out Jason's suite of newsletters: https://substack.com/@calacanisFollow TWiST:Twitter: https://twitter.com/TWiStartupsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/thisweekinInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisweekinstartupsTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thisweekinstartupsSubstack: https://twistartups.substack.com
This week on Autonomy Signals presented by KPMG, Grayson Brulte and Rob Grant discuss Uber's policy play to slow the deployment of robotaxis, BYD's costly market share gain, and Unitree going sci-fi with a production-ready Mecha robot.Uber recently released a policy paper titled Unlocking the Promise of Autonomy that emphasized that the transition to autonomy should move slowly through a phased hybrid model where mixed fleets of human drivers and autonomous vehicles share the platform for years.The report appears to be a regulatory framework designed to penalize the autonomy-only business model currently being deployed by both Waymo and Tesla, positioning Uber's hybrid approach as the only socially responsible path. In what appears to be a deliberate effort to slow down robotaxi deployments until Uber and their partners catch up.Over in China, BYD updated their Seagull EV with an optional God's Eye system, a roof-mounted LiDAR with Level 2+ capabilities running on NVIDIA Drive Orin for a starting retail price of $13,000. This is the first subcompact vehicle in the world equipped with premium autonomous hardware at this price point, putting pressure on Western automakers to compete. But the price point comes at a cost, as BYD's Q1 2026 net profit dropped 55% and operating cash flow collapsed 67%.Then there is Unitree, which launched the GD01 Man Transformable Mecha, a 1,100-pound, nine-foot pilotable robot that switches between bipedal and quadruped modes. Priced at approximately $650,000, the GD01 is a calculated engineering showcase flex ahead of Unitree's anticipated Shanghai Star Market IPO targeting a $7 billion valuation.The launch of the GD01 Man Transformable Mecha signals China's ability to rapidly prototype, commercialize, and scale embodied AI hardware at a pace Western competitors are struggling to match.Episode Chapters00:00 AUTNMY AI01:33 Signal 1: Uber's Policy Play to Slowdown Robotaxis36:57 Signal 2: BYD's Costly Market Share Grab55:41 Signal 3: Unitree's GD01 Man Transformable Mecha--------About The Road to AutonomyThe Road to Autonomy is the leading applied intelligence platform covering the convergence of automation, autonomy, and the Autonomy Economy.™.Through our podcasts, newsletter, and proprietary market intelligence, we set the narrative for institutional investors, industry executives, and policymakers navigating the convergence of automation, autonomy, and economic growth.Join institutional investors and industry leaders who read This Week in The Autonomy Economy every Sunday. Each edition delivers exclusive insight and commentary on the autonomy economy, helping you stay ahead of what's next.Subscribe today: https://www.roadtoautonomy.com/ae/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In Chile, organized crime gangs are now stealing solar panels and copper wiring from giant solar farms in coordinated nighttime raids. James explains how Saskatchewan could spend over $520 million a year on coal fuel alone — enough money to build massive amounts of solar and battery storage every single year instead. In Ohio, voters accidentally upheld a renewable energy ban because the ballot wording was nearly impossible to understand. Buy us a coffee Support The Clean Energy Show on Patreon for exciting perks! Plus: China donates 5,000 solar systems to Cuba during ongoing blackouts, the EPA blames Asian pollution for smog in Phoenix and Salt Lake City, Vestas tests red wind turbine blades to reduce bird collisions, Norway hits nearly 99% EV adoption, and Amsterdam bans fossil fuel advertising. Also in the Lightning Round: giant Alaskan tsunamis, Ozempic crushing junk food sales, Meta's Manhattan-sized AI data center, rooftop solar for dairy barns, and why heat pump dryers are secretly amazing. The Lightning Round includes: Norway reaches 98.6% EV market share BYD adds LiDAR to a $10K EV Used EV searches double in Canada Meta plans 10 new gas plants for AI expansion Amsterdam bans meat and fossil fuel ads Heat pump dryers use up to 60% less electricity Ozempic may already be reshaping freight demand The IEA says the fossil fuel era may never recover after the current oil shock Contact Us cleanenergyshow@gmail.com or leave us an online voicemail: http://speakpipe.com/clean Support The Clean Energy Show Join the Clean Club on our Patreon Page to receive perks for supporting the podcast and our planet! Our PayPal Donate Page offers one-time or regular donations. Store Visit The Clean Energy Show Store for T-shirts, hats, and more!. Copyright 2026 Sneeze Media.
- New BMW CEO Faces Sinking China Sales - Porsche SE Wants VW To Overhaul Its Business - Kia Targets Japan With New Electric Vans - BYD Adds Lidar To Cheap Seagull Hatchback - Rising Gas Prices Boosts EV Sales Globally - Electric Models Drive EU Minicar Growth - Volvo Trucks Developing Hydrogen Powered Combustion Engines - Jeep Debuts Refreshed Avenger - Bosch Invests Millions in Quantum Computing Startup
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Angus Pacala, Co-Founder and CEO, Ouster joined Grayson Brulte to discuss the launch of the native color REV8 LiDAR and how Ouster is positioning itself as the foundational sensing and perception layer for the physical AI economy.The LiDAR industry is currently undergoing a continual thinning out as the market shakes out and separates companies with strong marketing from those with high-quality, safety-critical products. Ouster has distinguished themselves by developing their own in-house custom silicon that delivers performance improvements historically seen in the broader semiconductor industry.The introduction of native color, developed through partnerships with Fujifilm and DxOMark, provides roboticists with synchronized color and depth, allowing for better perception in fields such as agriculture and urban navigation, where sensing the state of a stoplight or the color of a plant is essential for autonomous decision-making.With Ouster's recent acquisition of StereoLabs, the company has further expanded its reach into the humanoid and short-range robotics markets, offering a unified sensing platform that covers everything from long-range LiDAR to high-detail stereo vision.As Physical AI continues to accelerate, Ouster aims to be the sensing company for the autonomy economy.Episode Chapters0:00 AUTNMY AI0:36 Changing LiDAR Industry03:56 Introducing REV813:42 Building Trust with Safety-Critical LiDAR17:53 Why Custom Silicon is Ouster's Moat25:33 Color Science Behind REV833:28 Can Color LiDAR Replace Cameras?36:36 StereoLabs Acquisition40:07 Ouster as a Sensing Company49:46 Defense Applications52:14 Future of Ouster--------About The Road to AutonomyThe Road to Autonomy is the leading applied intelligence platform covering the convergence of automation, autonomy, and the Autonomy Economy.™.Through our podcasts, newsletter, and proprietary applied intelligence, we set the narrative for institutional investors, industry executives, and policymakers navigating the convergence of automation, autonomy, and economic growth.Join institutional investors and industry leaders who read This Week in The Autonomy Economy every Sunday. Each edition delivers exclusive insight and commentary on the autonomy economy, helping you stay ahead of what's next.Sign up for This Week in The Autonomy Economy newsletter: https://www.roadtoautonomy.com/ae/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Learn how blind tech enthusiasts Steven Scott and Shaun Preece explore accessible coding with AI, tackle NVDA 2026.1 updates, and debate when to upgrade your smartphone. Packed with tips on AI-driven coding, accessible app building, and maintaining your devices, this episode is a must for anyone navigating tech with a screen reader. In this episode of Double Tap, Steven and Shaun dive into the latest NVDA 2026.1 update and share relief that vocaliser voices and key add-ons are fixed after the initial release hiccups. They discuss “vibe coding” — using conversational AI tools like Claude and ChatGPT to create custom, accessible apps without traditional coding. Real listener stories highlight how this approach can solve accessibility roadblocks, such as broken web interfaces or inaccessible printer apps. The hosts also explore practical topics, including using HDMI capture devices as inexpensive alternatives to external monitors, creating iOS shortcuts, and the joy (and frustration) of small-form iPhones and LiDAR features. They close by discussing when it makes sense to upgrade your smartphone, focusing on iOS support, battery life, and new accessibility features like the VoiceOver tutorial in iOS 18. Relevant Links NVDA Screen Reader: https://www.nvaccess.org/download/ Claude AI: https://claude.ai ChatGPT by OpenAI: https://chat.openai.com ----Follow on:YouTube: https://www.doubletaponair.com/youtubeX (formerly Twitter): https://www.doubletaponair.com/xInstagram: https://www.doubletaponair.com/instagramTikTok: https://www.doubletaponair.com/tiktokThreads: https://www.doubletaponair.com/threadsFacebook: https://www.doubletaponair.com/facebookLinkedIn: https://www.doubletaponair.com/linkedinSubscribe to the Podcast:Apple: https://www.doubletaponair.com/appleSpotify: https://www.doubletaponair.com/spotifyRSS: https://www.doubletaponair.com/podcastiHeadRadio: https://www.doubletaponair.com/iheartAbout Double TapHosted by the insightful duo, Steven Scott and Shaun Preece, Double Tap is a treasure trove of information for anyone who's blind or partially sighted and has a passion for tech. Steven and Shaun not only demystify tech, but they also regularly feature interviews and welcome guests from the community, fostering an interactive and engaging environment. Tune in every day of the week, and you'll discover how technology can seamlessly integrate into your life, enhancing daily tasks and experiences, even if your sight is limited."Double Tap" is a registered trademark of Double Tap Productions Inc. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
186 Staying Independent: Innovations in Home Medical Equipment Host Marie Betcher RN introduces Hospice Explained and interviews Erica Sell, founder and CEO of Harmony Home Medical in San Diego, about aging in place and home accessibility. Sell explains her high-touch, education-focused approach to home medical equipment and modifications, noting bathrooms as the top fall-risk area and commonly not covered by insurance, with home entry/egress as the next major barrier. She highlights lower-cost safety steps like grab bars, handrails, removing loose rugs, improving lighting, and motion-sensor night lights, and discusses equipment options including shower transfer systems, sit-to-stand lifts versus Hoyer lifts, ceiling and floor lifts, lift-chair recliners with pressure-relief features, and high-low adjustable beds to reduce caregiver strain. She also describes lateral-rotation mattresses that can reduce nighttime caregiving needs and newer mobility advances such as lightweight lithium-ion power chairs and a LIDAR autonomous-driving power chair. 00:00 Welcome and Disclaimer 00:42 Meet Erica Sell 02:36 Bathroom Safety Upgrades 04:18 Home Entry and Steps 06:46 Low Cost Aging Tips 08:13 Transfer Equipment and Lifts 14:51 Filling Hospice Coverage Gaps 18:28 Lift Chairs and Pressure Relief 22:31 Rotation Mattresses Save Care Costs 26:05 New Mobility Tech Breakthroughs 30:10 Final Advice and Contact Info 31:54 Closing and Subscribe https://harmonyhomemedical.com https://www.youtube.com/user/harmonyhomemedical If you want to help, you can donate to help support Hospice Explained at the Buy me a Coffee link https://www.buymeacoffee.com/Hospice Hospice Explained Affiliates & Contact Information Buying from these Affilite links will help support this Podcast. Maire introduces a partnership with Suzanne Mayer RN inventor of the cloud9caresystem.com, When patients remain in the same position for extended periods, they are at high risk of developing pressure injuries, commonly known as bedsores. One of the biggest challenges caregivers face is the tendency for pillows and repositioning inserts to easily dislodge during care.(Suzanne is a former guest on Episode #119) When you order with Cloud 9 care system, please tell them you heard about them from Hospice Explained.(Thank You) Marie's Contact Marie@HospiceExplained.com www.HospiceExplained.com Finding a Hospice Agency 1. You can use Medicare.gov to help find a hospice agency, 2. choose Find provider 3. Choose Hospice 4. then add your zip code This should be a list of Hospice Agencies local to you or your loved one.
Unlock the future of hunting with groundbreaking technology that turns data into deer movements and land management strategies—before you even step into the woods. Gregg Farrell from Reveal Trail Cameras and Tacticam reveals how their latest innovations could transform the way you understand and improve your property, whether you're a seasoned landowner or a weekend warrior.In this episode, you'll discover how Habitat IQ, a land management tool built for every hunter, provides real-time insights into where deer bed, feed, and travel—without relying solely on traditional scouting or anecdotal guesses. Gregg dives into the intricate algorithms driven by actual deer data, GPS-enabled cameras, and the latest AI advancements, all designed to give you a competitive edge. Imagine adjusting your food plots or stand locations in a virtual environment, then watching your land transform over seasons—saving time, money, and frustration. We break down: How Habitat IQ combines mapping, drone data, LIDAR, and weather analytics to predict deer behavior with unprecedented accuracy. The difference between general predictive apps and Habitat IQ's personalized, data-driven approach rooted in real-world wild deer activity. The seamless integration between Reveal's trail cameras and Habitat IQ, providing live updates and actionable insights directly from your equipment. The future of trail camera tech, including upcoming features that promise better reliability, battery life, and unique AI-driven capabilities. How this tech reduces the guesswork for managing small properties, leases, or public land, empowering you to make smarter, more effective decisions. Why does it matter? Because relying solely on intuition is no longer enough—and poor land management means missing out on trophy potential. If you're serious about maximizing your property's habitat and deer movement predictions, this episode is essential listening. Gregg emphasizes that these tools aren't replacing traditional woodsmanship—they're amplifying it, making good hunters even better.Whether you're curious about how advanced algorithms are shaping hunting, or eager to know how this tech can immediately upgrade your land, this conversation will leave you inspired—and ready to leverage data to your advantage. Perfect for landowners, trophy hunters, and outdoor enthusiasts hungry for innovation, don't miss out on the future of hunting technology.Gregg Farrell is the Director of Product Strategy at Reveal Trail Cameras, bringing over a decade of experience in the outdoors and tech spaces. His team's pioneering work in deer predictivity and land management apps is revolutionizing how hunters analyze and improve their properties.The adventure of smarter hunting starts now—hit play and explore the tools that could change everything. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Even though autonomous passenger vehicles have entered the mainstream in cities across the country, autonomous trucks still lag behind. But Humble Robotics thinks it has cracked the code with a new design that completely does away with the tractor-trailer model we see on the highway every day. In this episode, Shayle speaks to Eyal Cohen, founder and CEO of Humble. The company built its electric trucks from the ground up. Fully cabless, they combine the tractor and trailer into a single platform designed to optimize energy efficiency, unit economics, and roadway safety. Shayle and Eyal explore topics including: The differences between autonomous passenger and freight vehicles The challenge of transporting heavy payloads at high speeds Why Humble has shifted away from LiDar in favor of a camera-centric approach offered by visual language models (VLMs) The unit economics of electric and autonomous freight Why Humble is embracing a "hub-to-hub" model for its trucks The evolving regulatory landscape for autonomous trucking Resources Catalyst: Volts crossover: Six big energy questions Latitude Media: Can the Tesla Semi finalize decarbonize trucking? Latitude Media: Rivian and EnergyHub are teaming up on managed charging The Green Blueprint: A billion-dollar play on electrified transport Credits: Hosted by Shayle Kann. Produced and edited by Max Savage Levenson. Original music and engineering by Sean Marquand. Stephen Lacey is our executive editor. Catalyst is brought to you by FischTank PR, an award-winning climate and energy tech, renewables, and sustainability-focused PR firm dedicated to elevating the work of both early-stage and established companies. Learn more about their PR approach and how they can support your company's messaging by visiting fischtankpr.com. Catalyst is brought to you by EnergyHub. EnergyHub helps utilities build next-generation virtual power plants that unlock reliable flexibility at every level of the grid. See how EnergyHub helps unlock the power of flexibility at scale, and deliver more value through cross-DER dispatch with their leading Edge DERMS platform, by visiting energyhub.com. Tune into Critical Capital, a brand new podcast from Crux and Latitude Studios. Hosted by Crux CEO Alfred Johnson, Critical Capital explores the interlocking forces powering clean and critical infrastructure. Join us every other Tuesday for in-depth conversations at the intersection of energy, government, finance, and global markets. Listen here, or wherever you get podcasts.
Welcome to Paranormal Spectrum, where we illuminate the enigmatic corners of the supernatural world. I'm your host, Barnaby Jones, and today we have a very special guest joining us:Pete Kelsey is a reality capture specialist with more than 25 years of experience leading strategic, story-driven projects that bring new insight to historically and culturally significant places. He works with LiDAR, photogrammetry, multispectral imaging, terrestrial laser scanning, GPR, and SONAR applying these technologies not as ends in themselves, but as tools to deepen understanding, preservation, and public engagement. His work focuses on projects where spatial data can fundamentally change how familiar stories are seen, understood, and sustained.Pete's work has been recognized by major global media outlets including The New York Times and CNN, most notably for his leadership on the comprehensive 3D mapping of Alcatraz Island. That project combined robots, drones, lasers, and high-performance computing to create one of the most complete digital records ever produced of a U.S. national historic landmark.His reality capture expertise has also been featured on National Geographic documentary television, including Buried Secrets of WWII, where modern remote sensing techniques are used to uncover hidden wartime landscapes and reinterpret history through data.Additional documentary film work includes projects for broadcast and digital platforms where reality capture is used to visualize inaccessible environments, support investigative storytelling, and translate complex spatial data into compelling on-screen narratives.These include National Geographic's Drain the Oceans, History Channel's The Secret of Skinwalker Ranch, and Discovery's Expedition Bigfoot where geospatial data and advanced sensing are used to explore hidden, controversial, or hard-to-access locations.Known for bridging technology, narrative, and real-world impact, Pete Kelsey's work sits at the intersection of geospatial science, preservation, and storytelling.Vctolabshttps://vctolabs.com/Alcatraz Mappinghttps://www.cnn.com/2025/04/11/travel/alcatraz-3d-mapping-pete-kelsey-nps/index.htmlPete Kelsey Youtubehttps://www.youtube.com/@petekelseyClick that play button, and let's unravel the mysteries of the UNTOLD! Remember to like, share, and subscribe to our channel to stay updated on all the latest discoveries and adventures. See you there!Join Barnaby Jones on the Paranormal Spectrum every Thursday on the Untold Radio Network Live at 12pm Central – 10am Pacific and 1pm Eastern. Come and Join the live discussion next week. Please subscribe.We have twelve different Professional Podcasts on all the things you like. New favorite shows drop each day only on the UNTOLD RADIO NETWORK.To find out more about Barnaby Jones and his team, (Cryptids, Anomalies, and the Paranormal Society) visit their website www.WisconsinCAPS.comMake sure you share and Subscribe to the CAPS YouTube Channel as wellhttps://www.youtube.com/channel/UCs7ifB9Ur7x2C3VqTzVmjNQ