Best Brian Heater Podcasts (2025)

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264: Inside Automated: Asking the Right Questions about Robotics and AI with Brian Heater, Managing Editor at A3 and Host of the Automated Podcast 52:01

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Two podcast hosts walk into a recording studio and explore what it actually takes to get real stories out of robotics pioneers, why humanoids might not need to do everything to be useful, and where the real optimism in automation lies. Brian Heater, Managing Editor at A3 and host of the Automated podcast, joins the show to share what he's learned f…

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265: How SMB Manufacturers Can Leverage AI, Live from Waukesha County Technical College 55:19

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Forget the hyperscalers replacing tens of thousands of jobs. For manufacturers with 20 or 50 employees, AI isn’t about cutting headcount, it’s about finding ways to get ahead when you can’t necessarily afford to scale your team. As Dr Richard Barnhouse, President and CEO of Waukesha County Technical College (WCTC) puts it: figure out the things you…

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FutureSox Podcast - Winter Meetings are here 1:02:57

1d ago1:02:57

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Ian Eskridge and James Fox return with another episode of the FutureSox podcast, part of the Just Baseball Media Network. This week they discussed the winter meetings, Anthony Kay acquisition, the R5 draft, and the '26 amateur draft lottery. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy…

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Episode 738: Morgxn 48:30

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Happiness wasn’t too far from home. After stints in larger cities, following more traditional music routes, Morgxn settled just outside of Nashville – it doesn’t hurt, of course, when home is Music City USA. When not on tour or in the in the studio, you can generally find him at Fruity Farm, a plot of land he and his husband share. The joy is conta…

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FutureSox Hot Takes & Heaters - MLB Winter Meetings Coming in Hot 1:06:38

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Winter Meetings week. The draft lottery is on the horizon. Trade rumors. Free agency signings. The offseason is heating up. Jake and Danny discuss all of this and more. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Just Baseball Media

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FutureSox RoundUp: Offseason Thoughts and Rule 5 Options 53:54

7d ago53:54

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Elijah Evans and Dylan Barnas talk through the latest offseason news and what could be on the horizon for the White Sox. They also talk about the upcoming Winter Meetings, which kick off Sunday in Orlando and include the Rule 5 Draft and MLB Draft Lottery. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/…

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FutureSox Podcast - White Sox Rebuild w/ Geoff Pontes of Baseball America 1:04:11

9d ago1:04:11

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Ian Eskridge and James Fox returned for another episode of the FutureSox podcast, part of the Just Baseball Media Network. This week they welcomed Geoff Pontes of Baseball America to discuss the White Sox rebuild. Topics included Caleb Bonemer's ceiling, Braden Montgomery's projection, and what to expect from the young duo of Billy Carlson and Jade…

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Episode 737: Kenny Wayne Shepherd 43:54

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A few months after celebrating the 30th anniversary of his debut, Ledbetter Heights, Kenny Wayne Shepherd returns to the show to reflect on three decades in music. Upon release, much of the album's coverage focused on the fact that the guitarist was still in his teens. Writing or co-writing every track on the album, Shepherd was quick to silence cr…

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FutureSox Podcast - Offseason Getz Going Quickly 1:03:04

14d ago1:03:04

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Ian Eskridge and James Fox return for another episode of the FutureSox podcast. This week they discussed R5 Protections, or lack thereof, early offseason trades, Coaching Hires, Justin Ishbia, and the ESPN MLB deal. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy…

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263: Change Management and Making Robotics More Digestible for the Workforce featuring Ben Perlson and Jason Gryszkowiec 35:41

15d ago35:41

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Robots are becoming more and more mainstream in manufacturing, but most organizations still think of them with sci-fi imagery rather than everyday tools. The gap isn't in the technology, it's in how we prepare people to work alongside it. Jason Gryszkowiec from St. Onge Company and Ben Perlson from ABB Robotics join us to discuss why successful aut…

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Episode 736: Bruce Driscoll and Andy Chase on Stroik 48:34

17d ago48:34

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A brute force approach helped Drew Stroik land a record deal. The unknown musician sent demo after demo to his favorite musicians, until one -- Andy Chase – responded positively. Chase pulled in frequent collaborator (and current Ivy bandmate) Bruce Driscoll to produce an album full of Stroik’s off-kilter bedroom pop. 65th and York finally saw the …

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BONUS: How Manufacturers Should Prepare for an AI Implementation featuring CADDi's Aaron Lober 24:33

19d ago24:33

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Many manufacturers are taking the wrong approach to artificial intelligence, picking the wrong implementation partners, and in general, not preparing their data effectively. In this interview, Aaron Lober - VP of Marketing at CADDi - is going to share what AI can realistically do for a manufacturing company and how to properly prepare for an AI imp…

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FutureSox Hot Takes & Heaters - 40 Man and a Pope 1:05:56

19d ago1:05:56

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Trades. Free agent signings. 40 man roster and Rule 5 implications. Ishbia meets with the Pope? Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Just Baseball Media

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FutureSox RoundUp: 40-Man Roster Decisions 38:32

21d ago38:32

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Elijah Evans and Dylan Barnas discuss the White Sox fascinating 40-man roster decisions today, including adding Tanner McDougal and Duncan Davitt to the roster, and what they indicate for the rest of the offseason. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy…

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262: Reimagining Manufacturing: How a Return to First Principles is Reshaping Factories, Hard Tech, and Venture Capital with Eclipse Ventures' Charly Mwangi 56:30

22d ago56:30

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It’s rare to find someone whose career spans 18 years in automotive manufacturing and venture capital, but Charly Mwangi, Partner at Eclipse Ventures, has done exactly that. His journey from the factory floor at Toyota, Nissan, Tesla and Rivian to backing hard tech companies gives him a perspective many VCs don’t have. We sit down with Charly to ex…

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FutureSox Podcast - GM's Meet & Getz talks 1:08:21

23d ago1:08:21

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Ian Eskridge and James Fox return for another episode of the FutureSox podcast. This week they discussed Chris Getz at the GM Meetings, FA & Trade Rumors, and Grant Taylor's role along with a bunch of other topics. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy…

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Episode 735: Saul Williams 53:13

24d ago53:13

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They didn’t go into the forest to create a record. One evening of music and words surrounded by nature was plenty enough reason to gather. Still, Saul Williams meets Carlos Niño & Friends at TreePeople emerged, as the first official document of the two long-time friends collaborating. More than 30 years into his career, Williams doesn’t have anythi…

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FutureSox RoundUp: Projecting 2026 Single-A and High-A Rosters 53:55

28d ago53:55

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Elijah Evans and Jeff Cohen discuss offseason headlines and then try to predict the key roster pieces at the lower levels of the minors to start the 2026 season. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Just Baseball Media

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261: Energy Transition Explained: How Manufacturers Can Save Energy and Build a Sustainable Future featuring Veregy’s Eric Spink & Shiva Subramanya 52:52

29d ago52:52

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Sustainability goals are everywhere in manufacturing; net-zero by 2030, carbon neutral by 2035. While many manufacturers have set ambitious targets, the gap between goals and execution remains a challenge, especially when sustainability projects compete with production priorities for capital. Eric Spink and Shiva Subramanya from Veregy join the sho…

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FutureSox Podcast - Hagen Check In w/ Mark Gonzalez 1:09:50

30d ago1:09:50

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Ian Eskridge and James Fox welcomed Mark Gonzalez from the Chicago Sun-Times in the first segment to give an update on Hagen Smith from the desert. Afterwards they discussed the new White Sox staff hires, Luis Robert, Martin Perez, and the Rule 5 draft. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/pri…

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Episode 734: Anand Wilder (Yeasayer) 58:56

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On 2022's I Don’t Know My Words, Anand Wilder embraced DIY in a different way, performing each song entirely by himself. Three years after Yeasayer's non-amicable split, the musician clearly had something to prove. Three years later, however, collaboration is back on the table with Psychic Lessons, a celebration of music making, genre, and just abo…

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BONUS: Gaps in the Manufacturing Industry (and what to do about them), LIVE from Fathom's Manufacturing Exchange in Hartland, WI 42:06

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What's better than a live podcast? I live podcast AND a factory tour. For today's episode, we dove into Fathom Digital Manufacturing's Hartland, WI facility before a discussion with industry experts.

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FutureSox Hot Takes & Heaters - 11.5.25 1:10:46

1M ago1:10:46

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The offseason is officially upon us. The White Sox have hired new coaches and picked up Luis Robert Jr's $20M option. Jacob and Danny discuss these things and more. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Just Baseball Media

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FutureSox Interview Ft. Caden Connor 16:35

1M ago16:35

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Elijah is joined by prospect Caden Connor to discuss his experience in the Arizona Fall League and the development of his game after two professional seasons. They talk about his mechanical adjustments, approach at the plate, the talented group in Arizona, and more. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redc…

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260: Innovations Transforming Automotive Manufacturing featuring STÄUBLI, RAM Solutions, and More 50:12

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The automotive industry has come a long way from three-piece suits and mechanical production lines. Twenty-five years ago, manufacturers weren't thinking about EVs, tool changers, or the complexity we see today. Those who weathered 2008 will tell you: when the next downturn comes, it won't be your sales pitch that saves you, it'll be whether you we…

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FutureSox RoundUp: Previewing Free Agent Class 1:08:32

1M ago1:08:32

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Elijah and Dylan break down the MLB Free Agent Class and options for the White Sox on this edition of the FutureSox RoundUp. They discuss corner infielders, outfielders, starting pitchers, and relief pitchers who are free agents that the White Sox could target this winter. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https…

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733: Milo (and Bill) Go on RiYL 51:56

1M ago51:56

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Nothing throughout the Descendents' long history can be taken for granted, started with I Don't Want to Grow Up. The band's second record, which celebrated its 40th anniversary this May, arrived after a two-year hiatus, which found singer Milo Aukerman at college (as the debut album helpfully noted) and drummer Bill Stevenson joining Black Flag. Ce…

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FutureSox Interview Ft. Sean Anderson of CHGO 47:30

1M ago47:30

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Elijah is joined by Sean Anderson of CHGO to discuss the White Sox roster outlook for 2026 and beyond. They discuss which players they think have secured a roster spot and then what additions to the roster are most likely to come this offseason. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy…

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FutureSox Interview Ft. Pitching Coordinator Matt Zaleski 37:20

1M ago37:20

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White Sox Pitching Coordinator Matt Zaleski joins Elijah to discuss the development of pitchers throughout the entire White Sox organization. They discuss the growth of Shane Smith, Grant Taylor, and more at the MLB level before discussing organizational pitching philosophy and arsenal adjustments. Then, they talk about key prospects, including Noa…

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259: Data Centers, Modularity, and Mission Critical Manufacturing featuring Keith Hutchens of BW Design Group 36:18

1M ago36:18

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Data centers are popping up all over the country, and for good reason. Capacity is doubling every three to four years, equipment is booked years out, and the race for AI computing power is creating opportunities that didn't exist five years ago. Keith Hutchens from Barry-Wehmiller Design Group joins us to discuss how data centers are driving manufa…

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FutureSox Podcast - Offseason Talk Ft. Beefloaf 1:10:55

1M ago1:10:55

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Ian Eskridge and James Fox welcomed From the 108's MrDelicious13 AKA Beefloaf. They discussed the White Sox offseason plans for R5 Protection, FA, & Coaching Hires. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Just Baseball Media

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Episode 732: Laveda 53:24

1M ago53:24

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Bursting with the vitality of NYC's outer-boroughs, Laveda returned in September with Love, Darla. The Brooklyn by way of Albany harkens back to the heyday of noisy indie, while forging its own playful path. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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FutureSox Hot Takes & Heaters - Low Dough Show 1:04:55

2M ago1:04:55

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Jacob and Danny anticipate the upcoming offseason and give their thoughts on some of the potential names that could find themselves in a White Sox uniform for 2026. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Just Baseball Media

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258: Mentorship, Mid-Career Entrepreneurship, and Inspiring Women in Manufacturing with Patti Nowak, Owner of Control+M Solutions 1:04:37

2M ago1:04:37

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Patti Nowak is a business leader in tech with stories so inspiring you’ll want to take notes. In this episode of the Manufacturing Happy Hour, we grab a beer with Patti, Owner of Control+M Solutions, to talk about mid-life entrepreneurship, mentoring women in manufacturing, and what it takes to build a thriving tech business. Patti started her care…

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FutureSox Podcast - Offseason is Almost Here 1:03:56

2M ago1:03:56

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Ian Eskridge and James Fox hop on to discuss Playoffs, a couple quick AFL Notes, Developments Outside Chicago, and the Labor Situation. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Just Baseball Media

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Episode 731: Jamie Lidell 57:46

2M ago57:46

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A radical departure in a music career defined by them, Jamie Lidell's first full length in nearly a decade finds the artist exploring a new instrument, genre, tones, and collaborators. Born of the pandemic, Places of Unknowing is a work of ambient neoclassical piano music with no clear common sonic connections to the electronic-turned-soul musician…

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FutureSox RoundUp: AFL Notes and 40-Man Outlook 58:04

2M ago58:04

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Elijah Evans and Dylan Barnas talk through a variety of White Sox topics in preparation for the offseason ahead. They talk through performances from the first week of the Arizona Fall League, Baseball America's recent MiLB Stuff+ and Hit+ rankings, and the 40-man roster moves and outlook heading into the offseason. Advertising Inquiries: https://re…

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257: Thinking Differently About Access to Capital in Manufacturing featuring CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen) 1:05:42

2M ago1:05:42

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What does it really take to help manufacturers grow? It’s not just about cutting costs or chasing margins. It’s about understanding how capital really moves through your business. In this episode, we’re sitting down with Erik Skie, Jon Hughes, and Aaron Traut from CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen) for a roundtable chat over beers (in spirit, if not literall…

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FutureSox Podcast - Holding Pattern 59:47

2M ago59:47

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Ian Eskridge and James Fox hop on to discuss Playoffs, AFL Results, the Skubal Situation, and of course as always running through questions in the chat. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Just Baseball Media

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Episode 730: Debi Derryberry 45:10

2M ago45:10

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Debi Derryberry's fifth album, Go to Sleep, combines longstanding loves of music making and animation into a single YouTube project, pulling together nine tracks aimed at lulling kids to bed. The work is a labor of love for a voice actress with somewhere in the neighborhood of 400 IMDB credits to her name. Along with playing the title character in …

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FutureSox Hot Takes & Heaters - Where Do the Sox Go From Here? 1:03:23

2M ago1:03:23

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Jacob Thome and Danny Miller were joined by our very own, Ian Eskridge, to talk about their offseason hopes and wishes, as well as what they think the organization might actually do. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Just Baseball Media

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FutureSox Hot Takes & Heaters - Making Sense of 2025 1:11:11

2M ago1:11:11

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Jacob Thome and Danny Miller took on the task of trying to make sense of it all in the 2025. The run through their end of season grades and offseason outlooks. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacyBy Just Baseball Media

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255: How AI is Reshaping Security and OT Network Requirements featuring Felipe Sabino Costa, Sr. Product Manager for Networking & Cybersecurity at Moxa 43:54

2M ago43:54

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It’s been over a year since we’ve talked about cybersecurity on Manufacturing Happy Hour, and with AI changing the game completely, we’re overdue for a refresh. Around 80-85% of the global industry doesn’t have basic defense at the edge of their networks; that’s a sobering statistic. Felipe Sabino Costa, Senior Product Manager for Networking and Cy…

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FutureSox RoundUp: 2025 MiLB Awards and Recap 1:03:32

2M ago1:03:32

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Elijah Evans and Dylan Barnas discuss the White Sox coaching changes and season overall before diving into their White Sox farm system awards for the year including MVP, Cy Young, Breakout Players, and more on this edition of the FutureSox RoundUp. Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy…