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Automated with Brian Heater

Brian Heater
Robotics
Automation
Artificial Intelligence
Dusty Robotics
Construction
Innovation
Safety In Robotics
Humanoids
Willow Garage
Humanoid Robots
Layout Automation
Commercial Environments
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Public Speaking
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Robot Design
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Autonomous Vehicles
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Get a direct line to the biggest names and brightest minds in robotics, AI, and automation. Automated with Brian Heater brings you long-form conversations and unfiltered insights into how we got here, where we’re going, and what’s behind the technologies impacting how we live and work.

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Latest Episodes

Warehouse automation is not about building the flashiest robot.

It is about solving the right problem at scale.

In this episode of Automated, Brian Heater speaks with Rick Faulk, CEO of Locus Robotics, about what it really takes to deploy robots in... more

Humanoid robots are everywhere in the headlines.

But Aya Durbin says the real test is not whether a robot can impress people in a demo. It is whether that robot can deliver real value, positive ROI, and reliable performance inside industrial environ... more

Physical AI is moving quickly.

But Andrew Barry says one of the biggest unlocks in robotics is not just getting robots to move through the world. It is getting them to touch, grasp, adjust, and manipulate the world with real dexterity.

In this epis... more

Alexa is entering a very different era.

For years, voice assistants were built around rules, scripted responses, and carefully designed commands. But with the rise of large language models and generative AI, Amazon had to rethink what Alexa could be... more

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Recent Guests

Eric Danziger
CEO of Invisible AI, former military personnel
Invisible AI
Episode: Eric Danziger on the Reality Gap in Robotics and AI
Ben Procter
Art director, production designer, and visual effects artist
Episode: Designing the Machines of Disney’s Avatar with Ben Procter
Grace Brown
Founder of Andromeda Robotics, developing the companion robot Abi
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Episode: The Robot Ending Loneliness in Aged Care: Grace Brown on Building Abi
Tessa Lau
CEO of Dusty Robotics
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Episode: Dusty Robotics CEO Tessa Lau on Reinventing Construction Through Automation
Dianne Eldridge
AWS Generative AI executive and A3 board member
AWS
Episode: Dianne Eldridge on AI, Automation, and the Future of Work
Ken Goldberg
Professor at UC Berkeley and Co-founder of Ambi Robotics
UC Berkeley and Ambi Robotics
Episode: Ken Goldberg: Solving Robotics’ Hardest Problems: Dexterity, Data, and Design
Aadeel Akhtar
CEO of Psyonic, focused on advanced bionics and accessibility technologies
Psyonic
Episode: PSYONIC’s Aadeel Akhtar on the Future of Bionics, Robotics, and Accessibility
Tye Brady
Chief Technologist at Amazon
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Episode: Building Robots That Work for People: Amazon’s Playbook for Scaled Automation
Roberta Nelson Shea
Global Technical Compliance Officer at Universal Robotics
Universal Robotics
Episode: Universal Robots’ Roberta Nelson Shea on Balancing Safety and Productivity in Automation

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Brian Heater
Managing Editor at A3 and host of Automated.

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Eric Danziger on the Reality Gap in Robotics and AI
Q: How do you walk that line between being exciting enough to draw in investors without over-promising?
It is challenging as technology becomes secondary to business milestones, requiring realistic representations of both technology and business goals.
Designing the Machines of Disney’s Avatar with Ben Procter
Q: How involved is James Cameron with the actual design and execution of the mechanical and robotic parts?
Ben Procter explains that Cameron is very involved in the design process, ensuring that the designs feel legitimate and are based on real-world concepts. He rigorously examines designs to convey the story effectively.
Dusty Robotics CEO Tessa Lau on Reinventing Construction Through Automation
Q: What is the biggest challenge you've faced in encouraging construction to adopt new technologies?
Risk is the biggest driver in construction, as firms typically have low profit margins and are reluctant to take risks that could jeopardize their financial stability.
Designing the “Good Robot”: Inside Apptronik’s Vision for Humanoids
Q: What does success look like for Apptronik in five years from now?
Success looks like having robots in a whole host of applications, entering a broader range of commercial applications, and proving their value in various industries.
Ken Goldberg: Solving Robotics’ Hardest Problems: Dexterity, Data, and Design
Q: What role does data collection play in advancing robotics?
Goldberg discusses the critical importance of data collection for training robots, comparing the data 'gap' in robotics with advancements in AI, and detailing various methods for improving data inputs for robot learning.

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Fans of hands-on robotics, AI, and automation likely tune in for long-form conversations with industry leaders, researchers, and practitioners who are shaping the future of intelligent machines. Episodes frequently tackle real-world deployment, regulatory and market dynamics, and the gap between prototype success and scalable, cost-effective solutions. Notable throughlines include practical applications of robotics in manufacturing, aging care, construction, and consumer products, as well as thoughtful discussions about safety, ethics, and human-robot collaboration. A standout quality is the willingness to challenge hype with grounded perspectives from leaders across startups and large tech companies, making the show a strong fit for listen... more

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