
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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| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 48 | Founded | a year ago |
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Physical AI is moving into the real world.
But once a robot leaves the lab, Ali Agha says edge cases become the environment.
In this episode of Automated, recorded live at Automate in Chicago, Brian Heater speaks with Ali Agha, founder and CEO of F... more
Robotics is often judged by how quickly, powerfully, or autonomously a machine can move.
Samantha Johnson built a robot to solve a much more human problem: helping DeafBlind people access information and communicate with the people they love.
In th... more
Robotics and AI are moving fast.
But Dr. Ayanna Howard says the real test is not just whether machines become more capable. It is whether those systems are built with people, safety, accessibility, and real-world impact at the center.
In this episo... more
The best ideas are not always hidden in the future.
Sometimes they are sitting right in front of us, waiting for someone to ask a better question.
In this episode of Automated, Brian Heater speaks with Yoel Fink, Professor of Materials Science and ... more
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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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