Ctrl+Listen Podcast

Ctrl+Listen Podcast

A series of interview-style podcasts and webinars with a focus on the tech industry, manufacturing, supply chains, data analytics, and more. Brought to you by Octopart, the industry-leading part search engine and the number one resource in helping electronics professionals navigate the supply chain industry.

Episodes

June 13, 2025 22 mins

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Andrew Ashur, CEO and founder of Lucid Bots, as he shares his remarkable journey from economics student to robotics innovator. After witnessing window washers in a life-threatening situation, Andrew dedicated his career to building robots that tackle dangerous and demanding jobs, starting with exterior cleaning drones.Discover how Lucid Bots is revolutionizing industries with their Sherpa ...

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In this eye-opening episode of the CTRL+Listen podcast, discover why most AI projects fail before they even begin. John Hetherington, CEO of We Deliver Your Vision, reveals his controversial "Process First" philosophy that challenges the traditional "People, Process, Technology" approach that's leading businesses astray.Through compelling real-world examples—including a costly automation project that made in...

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Join James from Ctrl+Listen as he interviews Uma Subramanian, founder and CEO of The Limitless Leaders, about standing out professionally in the AI era. Uma shares her innovative HUMAN framework and practical strategies to help tech professionals differentiate themselves when AI skills have become the baseline expectation.In this insightful conversation, discover why personal branding, storytelling, and authentic human connection a...

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Explore how Vista Power is transforming commercial and industrial energy management with innovative storage solutions. In this exclusive interview, Founder and CTO Petar Matejic shares insights on their modular Voltaris system and how "behind the meter" technology is giving customers control over energy costs.Learn how Vista Power evolved from spacecraft battery technology to tackling grid constraints for data centers, ho...

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Discover how New World Wind is revolutionizing the renewable energy sector with their innovative Aeroleaf technology. In this insightful interview, CEO Luc Eric Krief explains how their micro wind turbines are designed for urban environments, bringing clean energy generation into cities without the drawbacks of traditional wind farms.Learn about New World Wind's range of products from WindBush to WindTree, and how these scalabl...

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Dive into the world of microplastic pollution and innovative solutions with PolyGone Systems CEO Nathaniel Banks. In this insightful interview from the CTRL+LISTEN Podcast by Octopart, Banks reveals how his company has developed a groundbreaking passive filtration system that's already removed over 520 million microplastic particles from wastewater. Learn how this Princeton-based clean-tech startup is making water treatment mor...

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Discover how to transform your B2B marketing from a cost center to a revenue-generating powerhouse in this insightful episode of the CTRL+Listen Podcast, host James Sweetlove sits down with Chris Peer, B2B Digital Marketing Strategist, founder of SyncShow, and author of "The Great 8 Pillars." Chris shares his proven framework that's helped industrial clients achieve up to 27x ROI on their marketing investments.The pai...

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Experience a compelling journey into the future of emergency communications as James Thomas, CEO of JET Connectivity, reveals how custom 5G solutions are revolutionizing disaster response. Learn how their innovative technology provides critical connectivity during natural disasters, from California wildfires to remote maritime environments, ensuring first responders maintain reliable communications when traditional infrastructure f...

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Explore how Mouser Electronics and Altium are transforming education with their groundbreaking partnership! Host James Sweetlove sits down with Tom Busher, SVP Global Sales and Service at Mouser Electronics, to chat about how the collaboration between Altium and Mouser empowers students with real-world skills in electronics design and PCB development. Discover tools like Altium’s Educator Center and Mouser’s vast component libra...

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Discover how Bia Neuroscience is revolutionizing the way we rest! In this episode of the CTRL + Listen Podcast, host James sits down with Michael Byrne, co-founder and CEO of Bia Neuroscience, to discuss groundbreaking advancements in sleep technology. What you’ll learn: - How Bia’s smart sleep mask uses neurofeedback for optimal rest. - The science behind sleep tech and its impact on brain health. - Why personalization is the fut...

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Meet ANELLO, the revolutionary company behind SiPhOG™ (Silicon Photonic Optical Gyroscope) technology, which is transforming the world of GPS navigation. In this episode of The CTRL+Listen Podcast, James dives deep with Mario Paniccia, CEO and Co-founder of ANELLO Phonetics, to discuss how their cutting-edge sensor is solving GPS challenges like jamming, spoofing, and signal loss. Discover how ANELLO’s GPS-independent solutions en...

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AtmosZero is revolutionizing industrial decarbonization with cutting-edge steam-generating heat pumps. In this episode of the CTRL+Listen Podcast, host James Sweetlove sits down with Ashwin Salvi, co-founder and Chief Commercial Officer at AtmosZero, to discuss how his company is tackling the hard-to-decarbonize industrial sector. AtmosZero’s technology focuses on creating carbon-free steam for industries like manufacturing, food...

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Discover how precious metal recycling is evolving with Regenx, a company at the forefront of recovering platinum and palladium from diesel catalytic converters. In this interview, Don Weatherbee, CEO of Regenx, shares insights on their innovative technology for extracting precious metals from silicon carbide substrates, a niche market previously underserved by traditional smelters. Learn how their new plant in Tennessee is making...

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Meet the GITA Robot, Piaggio Fast Forward's latest innovation in smart mobility! In this exclusive episode of the CTRL+ Listen Podcast, Tyson Phillips, the Smart Behaviors Team Lead at Piaggio Fast Forward, joins us to discuss the groundbreaking GITA Robot. Designed to follow you autonomously, carry your cargo, and make everyday tasks easier, this revolutionary robot is changing how we think about mobility. Whether you're carryi...

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Sierra Energy’s FastOx Technology is revolutionizing the way we handle waste by turning garbage into clean, renewable energy! In this episode of the Octopart podcast "CTRL+LISTEN," James Sweetlove sits down with Mike Hart, the visionary CEO of Sierra Energy and Sierra Railroad Company, to discuss how his innovative technology is set to eliminate landfills and fuel a new era of sustainable energy. Discover how FastOx ga...

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Welcome to the Ctrl+Listen Podcast, brought to you by Octopart! In this episode, we sit down with Andrew Scheuermann, CEO and co-founder of Arch Systems, a pioneering company in data analytics and process optimization. Andrew shares the inspiring journey of Arch Systems, a company on a mission to bring data-driven, actionable intelligence to factories around the world. Discover how Arch Systems is helping some of the world's ...

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Dive into the fascinating world of robotics with MassRobotics, an independent nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing the robotics industry. Located in the heart of Boston, Massachusetts, MassRobotics plays a crucial role in supporting startups and driving innovation. In this episode of the CTRL+Listen Podcast, hosts James and Joseph explore the evolution of robotics at MassRobotics with Thomas Ryden to discover how it has ...

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Welcome to the Ctrl+Listen Podcast, brought to you by Octopart! Join James and his guest, Carling Spelhaug, the Director of Communications at AMP, as they delve into the revolutionary impact of AI on the recycling industry. In this episode, we explore:

- **AMP's Mission:** How AMP is maximizing waste value and transforming it into an asset.

- **AI Technology:** The role of AI in automating waste sorting and improving efficie...

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In Part 4 of the Octopart Edge series, Zach Peterson explores the advanced filters and parametric search techniques available in Octopart. Learn how to effectively narrow down your search results to find the best components that meet your technical requirements. This webinar covers the price and availability view, and parts specifications view, and showcases tips and tricks for using Octopart’s powerful search features. Whether y...

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Edgewater Research's Dennis Reed offers a comprehensive overview of the technology market in the second quarter of 2024. Explore the evolving dynamics of tech, consumer e-commerce, and the semiconductor, interconnect, and passive markets. From AI's impact to challenges in the EV sector, Reed provides a strategic roadmap for navigating these intricate markets. Learn More about Edgewater Research Connect with Dennis Reed B...

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