Best RADs Technologies Podcasts (2025)

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1098 Why Most Companies Are Doing Automation Wrong 34:57

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Connect with Peter https://www.itstoilville.com---In this episode of thinkfuture, host Chris Kalaboukis is joined by Peter Swinn, founder of the AI-first automation consultancy Toilville, to explore the real state of artificial intelligence in the workplace. If you've ever wondered why your chatbot seems helpful in a demo but falls flat in the real…

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Is America Making Itself Irrelevant? 1:06:39

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This week, I’m joined by Kyle Chan, author of the recent NYTimes Op-Ed titled "In the Future, China Will Be Dominant. The U.S. Will Be Irrelevant." Exploring the intense competitive pressures of Chinese “involution capitalism” and America’s fixation on shareholder returns, we discuss America’s waning relevance in global technology and manufacturing…

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Connecticut Authors tell stories about the voyage 41:20

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Reading can take us on adventures beyond our own backyards but perhaps not too far! Amity Gaige is the author of Heartwood. It explores the story of one woman who gets lost on the Appalachian Trail. Did you know this trail runs through Connecticut? And Ethan Rutherford is the author of North Sun: the Voyage of the Whaleship Esther. Connecticut was …

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318 | Edward Miguel on the Developing Practice of Development Economics 1:20:39

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Economics is seeing an upsurge in the importance of controlled, reproducible empirical studies. One area where this has had a great impact is on development economics, which studies the economies of low- and middle-income societies. Edward Miguel has been at the forefront of both the revolution in empirical methods, and in applying those techniques…

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From sea to table: the power of Connecticut’s kelp industry 41:17

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Connecticut’s kelp industry is booming! This versatile type of seaweed is farmed right off Connecticut’s shoreline and used in a variety of cuisines, fertilizers, lotions, and more! This hour, we’re joined by local kelp farmers and experts for a deep dive into aquaculture’s fastest growing industry. We’ll look at how chefs are using kelp in their f…

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Monica Ong on art of visual poetry 48:58

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Visual poet Monica Ong grew up as an art school kid. She had a deep interest in photography and print artistry, but she also had a deep love for language. Mixing these two mediums has resulted in something she calls visual poetry: an alchemy of text and image where the elements of an image, also make up a poem. She joins us this hour to talk about …

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1097 Mind Meets Machine: How Bioelectronics, Blockchain, and Brain Implants Are Shaping the Future 29:21

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In this fascinating episode of thinkfuture, host Chris Kalaboukis is joined by bioelectronics researcher Konstantinos Kallitsis for a deep dive into the wild and rapidly evolving frontier of human-machine integration.Konstantinos unpacks the incredible potential of bioelectronics—technologies that allow electronics to communicate directly with our …

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65: Digitalizace začíná u telefonního hovoru. Zdravotnictví není e-shop, ale z chaosu umíme udělat řád, říká Tomáš Havryluk, Medevio 43:19

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Po patnácti letech v Alze, kde stál u jejího růstu na pozici místopředsedy představenstva a CEO, se Tomáš Havryluk pustil do úplně jiného oboru. Se startupem Medevio mění způsob, jakým pacienti komunikují se svými lékaři. „Zatímco retail digitalizaci zvládl před lety, zdravotnictví stále běží na pevných linkách. My nahrazujeme analogový telefon CRM…

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Rad Dads of CT Public share their parenting triumphs and challenges 49:00

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Dads: What’s it like to be a father in 2025? Research says that since the pandemic, Dads have become more involved with their family life. Today, we’re talking about navigating fatherhood in 2025. Because being a Dad today is different than ever before. We'll talk to some Dads here at Connecticut Public. And if you’re a Dad, or want to give your Da…

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Pickleball in Connecticut isn’t just a pastime–it’s a passion 49:01

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Pickleball is the fastest growing sport in America. Whether you're eight or 80, there's something about the paddle, the court, and the community that's bringing people together. This hour, we talk with a coach, enthusiasts, and business owners about why pickleball is booming across Connecticut and the country. We’ll learn why, from staying active t…

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317 | Nicole Rust on Why Neuroscience Hasn't Solved Brain Disorders 1:14:50

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The human brain is extremely complicated, but decades of careful neuroscientific research have revealed quite a bit about how it works, including how certain genes affect particular brain behaviors. Nevertheless, this progress has not led to quite as much improvement in the treatment of brain disorders as we might expect. I talk with neuroscientist…

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6 Surprising Questions About Radiology Answered! 28:16

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We're diving into some real talk about how to kickstart your career in radiology. Today, I'm answering your burning questions—everything from how to get into MRI tech without a fancy degree to the nitty-gritty on whether radiation is actually dangerous for us techs. Spoiler alert: it’s not as scary as it sounds, and I’m here to clear up those misco…

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Extreme heat can impact physical and mental health: Here's how to prepare 49:00

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Experts say Connecticut's annual average temperature has increased incrementally every decade since 1895. According to the National Weather Service, New England summer temperature is going to be 50-60% warmer this season. Heat can have a major impact on our health: this goes beyond heat stroke or exhaustion. Today, we’re exploring the many ways hea…

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Tim Cook, Nation-Builder 1:01:02

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This week, I’m joined by Patrick McGee, a journalist and author of Apple in China: The Capture of the World’s Greatest Company. I recommended this book on LinkedIn as a MUST READ, and stand by it. Apple in China is an in-depth corporate history which examines one of the most important symbioses in economic history. It explains Apple's meteoric rise…

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The transforming milestones of our youth, from proms to graduation 49:00

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It’s that time of year. Graduation! Commencement! These events mark the end of a student’s academic journey, and hopefully the start of something new. These rites of passage serve as important celebrations in a young person's life. Today, we talk to those responsible for making sure these ceremonies go off without a hitch! Social media, AI and othe…

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AMA | June 2025 3:23:07

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Welcome to the June 2025 Ask Me Anything episode of Mindscape! These monthly excursions are funded by Patreon supporters (who are also the ones asking the questions). We take questions asked by Patreons, whittle them down to a more manageable number -- based primarily on whether I have anything interesting to say about them, not whether the questio…

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Author Sarah Ruhl on the teachers who stay with us 49:00

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Can you remember a teacher who changed the course of your life? Maybe it was someone who helped you find your voice? Or someone who challenged you to think differently? This hour, we’re exploring the impact of great mentors – those who shape us both in and beyond the classroom. Sarah Ruhl, author of the new book, “Lessons from My Teachers” shares p…

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How ASRT Helps Medical Imaging Professionals Stay Ahead in Imaging 25:09

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In this episode of A Couple of Rad Techs, Chaundria explores the rapid evolution of medical imaging and what it means for radiologic technologists on the front lines. From AI-driven image reconstruction to hybrid imaging modalities, the landscape is changing fast. But staying relevant doesn’t always mean working with brand-new equipment. Chaundria …

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What's happening to men? A look at men's health in Connecticut 49:00

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It might sound like a cliche, but men in the U.S. are not going to the doctor, and their physical and mental health is suffering. A recent survey from the Cleveland Clinic found that nearly 40% of Gen Z men didn’t have a primary care doctor. And the life expectancy gap between men and women is widening. That’s according to the Journal of the Americ…

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Trump's Nuclear Executive Orders 57:11

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Last week, U.S. President Trump signed four executive orders to accelerate nuclear power deployment: Deploying Advanced Nuclear Reactor Technologies for National Security Reinvigorating the Nuclear Industrial Base Ordering the Reform of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission Reforming Nuclear Reactor Testing at the Department of Energy To help us unders…

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Scientists are using AI technology to speak whale 48:30

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This hour, we’ll explore climate change’s impact on many whale populations – from Belugas in the Arctic Ocean to North Atlantic right whales off the coast of New England. We’ll hear how studies conducted on Beluga whales at Mystic Aquarium are helping scientists better understand what factors threaten their survival in the wild. And later, scientis…

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316 | Niayesh Afshordi and Phil Halper 1:28:50

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Einstein's general theory of relativity, plus some reasonable assumptions about the universe and what it's made of, has a remarkable implication: that as we trace cosmic evolution into the far past, we ultimately hit a singularity of infinite density and curvature, the Big Bang. Did that really happen? Einstein's theory is classical, after all, and…

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Thinking of eloping? One Connecticut couple shares their story 48:00

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The average cost of a wedding in Connecticut is nearly $35,000. Many couples are changing the way they get married, some opting for a small or “micro” wedding with only a few close friends and family members. And others are deciding to elope. But the decision to elope isn’t always tied to wanting to avoid the price tag of a big wedding. This hour, …

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The hidden history of Chinese immigrants 49:00

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Born in Pittsburgh, Micahel Luo is the son of Chinese immigrants. He attended Harvard, and later became a reporter at the New York Times and today he is the Executive Editor at The New Yorker. One rainy afternoon in 2016, he was standing on the sidewalk with his family and some friends after church, trying to decide where to go to lunch when a stra…

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No Risk, All Reward 1:09:38

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This week, we look beyond the physical infrastructure supporting our lives to the owners taking over that infrastructure: asset managers. Brett Christophers, an author, professor, and economic geographer at Uppsala University in Sweden, joins me to explore the troubling transformation of infrastructure ownership in today's economy. From housing to …

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The fight for funding: What’s next for Connecticut’s libraries and museums? 49:00

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President Trump recently attempted to eliminate the Institute of Museum and Library Services, the agency that distributes federal funds to libraries and museums across the country. Connecticut was one of just three states to lose its federal grant for public libraries, totaling over $2 million. A judge blocked the move last week, but big questions …

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315 | Branden Fitelson on the Logic and Use of Probability 1:28:55

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Every time you see an apple spontaneously break away from a tree, it falls downward. You therefore claim that there is a law of physics: apples fall downward from trees. But how can you really know? After all, tomorrow you might see an apple that falls upward. How is science possible at all? Philosophers, as you might expect, have thought hard abou…

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Disability advocates respond to Trump administration proposals 49:00

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One in five Americans have a disability. That’s according to the United States Census Bureau. The Trump administration has released statements promising to protect programs like medicaid, medicare and Social security - programs that people with disabilities rely on everyday. But in his recommendation for funding for fiscal year 2026, President Trum…

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Burned Out? 5 Career Tools Every Imaging Technologist Should Know 28:28

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If you’ve ever felt stuck in your medical imaging career, you’re definitely not alone. I mean, who hasn’t looked around and thought, ‘Is this it?’ Well, buckle up because we’re diving into a conversation that’s going to shake up your perspective on career growth and professional development. Chaundria, host of A Couple of Rad Techs Podcast, reveals…

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63: We Manage Sustainability Like Finance – With Accurate Data and Clear Impact, Says Kerstin Heinrich, KUKA 24:47

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Tracking ESG data in Excel? With over 100 sites in 50 countries, that simply wouldn’t work at KUKA. “To manage ESG effectively, it’s not enough to just collect data. We need to understand the impact – across divisions, regions, and products,” says Kerstin Heinrich, Head of Corporate Sustainability at KUKA. In the latest Adastra podcast episode, she…

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THE FUTURE OF HUMANITY, AI, AND EVOLUTION | SAM RAD X CHRIS KALABOUKIS 1:11:49

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In this mind-expanding episode of THINKFUTURE, futurist anthropologist Sam Rad joins Chris Kalaboukis to explore the powerful intersections of artificial intelligence, human creativity, and the next stage of evolution. From biohacking and brain-computer interfaces to the future of work, politics, and education by 2035, Sam unpacks where we’re heade…

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The show must go on: Connecticut arts and cultural institutions contend with federal cuts 49:00

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From special outdoor performances, to educating the next generation of thespians, summer is a busy time for theaters around the state. But this month, several Connecticut performing arts spaces received notice that federal grants were being rescinded. Today, we speak to some of those institutions about what will happen next. Plus, Connecticut touri…

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Hellbrise 1:05:37

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In the wake of Europe's largest blackout in decades, commodities investor Alexander Stahel helps us to understand the physics of power grids, and how Spain's celebrated renewable transition became its Achilles' heel. He introduces the “hellbrise” phenomenon—excessive, rather than too little, renewable generation—as he considers the role of grid ine…

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Immigrant rights advocates mobilize following reports of detentions 49:00

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After recent reports of detentions across New England, Connecticut activists are stepping up to protect immigrants. They’re finding creative ways to help people understand their rights and prepare for encounters with ICE, the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency. This hour, we uncover how these efforts are making a difference. And later,…

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314 | Karen Lloyd on the Deep Underground Biosphere 1:09:18

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There are living creatures dwelling deep below the surface of the Earth, as deep as we are able to drill. These hearty microorganisms are related to more familiar life forms on land and under water, but the operate and survive in ways that are quite different from what we're familiar with. They live off of nutrients that have penetrated from the su…

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64: Firmy nepotřebují znát 900 000 AI modelů. Potřebují vybrat ten správný. A to děláme my, říká Roman Berglowiec, Everbot 37:11

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Na trhu existuje přes 900 000 jazykových modelů. Najít ten nejlepší pro konkrétní úkol je pro většinu lidí téměř nemožné. I proto vznikla platforma Everbot, která za uživatele vybere ideální AI model. „Lidé chtějí výsledek. Ne řešit, který z nástrojů použít,“ říká v novém dílu podcastu Adastry Roman Berglowiec, zakladatel a CEO Everbot a podnikatel…

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Trump proposes a baby bonus. What some parents want instead 49:00

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Parenthood is hard, and expensive. Over the course of 18 years, it costs nearly $300,000 to raise a child in the state of Connecticut. So is a $5000 baby bonus really going to inspire prospective parents to have children? Today, we talk about some of the Trump administration’s recent proposals to increase the birthrate. Ahead of Mother’s Day, we di…

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1094 AI-Powered Customer Support: Gradient Labs’ Game Plan 34:22

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In this episode of "ThinkFuture," I sit down with Dimitri, the CEO and co-founder of Gradient Labs AI, to explore how they’re revolutionizing customer support in regulated industries like financial services. Dimitri shares how their AI agents can handle up to 40% of customer queries without even touching sensitive data, aiming to outshine human age…

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Roman Catholicism in a moment of change: Could women (finally) have expanded roles? 49:00

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This week begins the search for the next head of the Catholic Church known as the Conclave. Social media has been a buzz as Cardinals all over the world have gathered to begin this sacred ritual to elect the next Pope. During his papacy, Pope Francis took stands on issues like immigration, war and environmental justice. Although he appointed women …

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The Iberian Blackout 51:27

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This week, we cover the recent blackout on the Iberian peninsula. Guillem Sanchis Ramirez, a Spanish nuclear engineer and advocate, walks us through the event that plunged over 50 million people into powerlessness and the power grid on which it happened. We cover Spain’s precarious dance with renewable energy, its political resistance to nuclear po…

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313 | Eric Topol on the Changing Face of Medicine and Aging 1:12:03

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Medical science is advancing at an astonishing rate. Today we talk with leading expert Eric Topol about two aspects of this story. First, the use of artificial intelligence in medicine, especially in diagnostics. This is an area that is a perfect match between an important question and the capabilities of machine learning, to the point where AI can…

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Connecticut authors reflect on food’s power to connect us 49:00

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What meal instantly takes you back to childhood? Whether it’s a dish made with grandparents or a recipe passed down through generations, food has the power to unlock memories. This hour, two local children’s authors share their belief in food’s ability to connect us. They discuss their latest novels, the challenges they face in an industry that oft…

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1093 WHY CHANGING YOURSELF IS SO HARD (BUT NOT IMPOSSIBLE!) 10:03

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In this episode of "ThinkFuture," I get real about change—something we all crave but fear at the same time. I’ve been saying it for over a decade on this show: life is change, yet humans cling to a steady state because chaos freaks us out. We’re surrounded by a universe of chaos, with our orderly society just a thin layer on top. But here’s the kic…