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Building Better with Brandon Bartneck

Brandon Bartneck
Autonomous Vehicles
Electric Vehicles
Decarbonization
Wireless Electric Roads
Supply Chain
Energy Management
Sustainability
Automotive Industry
Industrial Automation
Vehicle Safety Standards
Electrification
Transportation
Charging Infrastructure
Automated Driving Systems
Moxion Power
Electric Mobility
Lidar
Urban Mobility
Cycling
Cyngn

Focused on the people, products, and companies that are creating a better tomorrow, often in the transportation and manufacturing sectors. This show was previously called the Future of Mobility podcast. I aim to have real, human conversations to explore what these leaders and innovators are doing, why and how they’re doing it, and what we can learn from their experiences. If you care about making ... more

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In this episode, I’m joined by Ali Kashani, Co-Founder and CEO of Serve Robotics. Serve is pioneering autonomous sidewalk delivery at scale—with hundreds of robots already operating in major U.S. cities and thousands more on the way.

Ali and I dive ... more

In this episode, I’m joined by Drew Allen, President & CEO of Grace Technologies. Grace is a family business built on innovation in electrical safety and predictive maintenance, and Drew has carried that forward—shaping the company into a leader in i... more

In this solo episode, Brandon unpacks a challenge he sees everywhere — in his own work, at PJ Wallbank Springs, and in the broader world of leadership and business. The tension between attention and depth.

It’s easy to get attention without substanc... more

The automotive aftermarket often flies under the radar—but it plays a major role in advancing engineering, manufacturing, and performance. In this episode, Mike Spagnola, President & CEO of SEMA and PRI, joins me to explore how the specialty automoti... more

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Recent Guests

Ali Kashani
Co-founder and CEO of Serve Robotics
Serve Robotics
Episode: #266 - Ali Kashani | Serve Robotics – Scaling Sidewalk Autonomy
Drew Allen
President and CEO of Grace Technologies
Grace Technologies
Episode: #265 - Drew Allen | Grace Technologies – Building Safer, Smarter Industry
Ami Spira
General Manager of Civan Lasers USA
Civan Lasers
Episode: #261 - Ami Spira | Civan Lasers - Precision Welding, Precision Beam Shaping, and the Future of Manufacturing
Sean McCormack
Chief Information Officer at First Student
First Student
Episode: #259 – Sean McCormack | First Student – Technology, Safety, and Real-World Innovation in Student Transportation
Marta Anadón
Head of US Operations at Upway
Upway
Episode: #257 - Marta Anadón Rosinach | Upway - Scaling Micromobility: How Upway is Changing the E-Bike Market in the US
Mark Reich
Senior Coach at Lean Enterprise Institute, former General Manager at Toyota
Lean Enterprise Institute
Episode: #254 – Mark Reich | Managing on Purpose with Hoshin Kanri and Lean Leadership
Xiaodi Hou
Founder and CEO of Bot Auto, an expert in autonomous vehicles, artificial intelligence, and computer vision.
Bot Auto
Episode: #252 – Xiaodi Hou | Bot Auto - Operational Excellence and the Future of Autonomous Trucking
Tony Kinsman
Chief Technology Officer and Vice President of Off-Road Engineering at Polaris
Polaris
Episode: #251 – Tony Kinsman | Polaris - Driving the Right Innovation in Powersports
Ahmad Ghahreman
CEO, President, and co-founder of Cyclic Materials; a top hydrometallurgist with extensive experience in clean tech.
Cyclic Materials
Episode: #249 - Ahmad Ghahreman | Cyclic Materials - Revolutionizing Rare Earth Recycling and Sustainable Materials

Host

Brandon Bartneck
Host focused on fostering human conversations that explore the intersection of people, products, and innovation in manufacturing and transportation sectors.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 43 ratings
  • Exceptional Interviews

    As you can see from the extensive list of episodes, this show covers a huge variety of mobility-related topics. But no matter the topic, Brandon is able to lead a fascinating, insightful, and easy-to-follow conversation with his impressive guests. I appreciate that he ends each episode with a helpful summary of the interview’s takeaways.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    themonkid
    United States3 years ago
  • Great podcast

    Brandon asks great questions and features guests with insightful commentary!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Continually crashing!
    United States4 years ago
  • Relevant and insightful listen!

    Really enjoyed listening to this podcast, the discussion is very insightful and relevant to the mobility industry today. Sandra’s discussion on MaaS highlighted many interesting points regarding the future of journey planning.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AnnaJP_
    United Kingdom4 years ago
  • Fascinating podcast - learned a lot!

    Really well produced, professional podcast. Great listening! Particularly enjoyed the recent episode with the guests from BOSE automotive division. Really clever tech and I learned a lot.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Toby Chiz
    United Kingdom5 years ago
  • Excellent podcast

    Amazing interview with Jim Adler, subscribed!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CLGG7
    United Kingdom5 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the variety of informative discussions and insights shared by industry leaders and experts.
Many praise the host's ability to lead engaging and accessible conversations, making complex topics easy to understand.
The podcast is considered well-produced and enjoyable to listen to, with a good balance of expert commentary and practical insights.
The content is often described as relevant and timely, addressing current trends and challenges in manufacturing and transportation.

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

#266 - Ali Kashani | Serve Robotics – Scaling Sidewalk Autonomy
Q: What does success look like in the context of autonomy?
Ali emphasizes the importance of integrating feedback and addressing multiple complexities involved in autonomous delivery.
#266 - Ali Kashani | Serve Robotics – Scaling Sidewalk Autonomy
Q: Would you mind providing some context and explaining a bit about yourself and what you guys are doing at Serve?
Ali shares Serve Robotics' journey from Postmates to becoming an independent company, its fleet's expansion across cities, and the efficiency of robots in last-mile delivery.
#265 - Drew Allen | Grace Technologies – Building Safer, Smarter Industry
Q: How do you think about finding, attracting, and retaining the level of excitement, the level of quality of engineers and people at your organization?
It's important to attract people who resonate with the company's purpose of saving lives and creating impactful products.
#265 - Drew Allen | Grace Technologies – Building Safer, Smarter Industry
Q: How do you think about innovation within the company?
About 80% of innovation should have its foundational concept in customer feedback, whereas 20% can be exploratory.
#259 – Sean McCormack | First Student – Technology, Safety, and Real-World Innovation in Student Transportation
Q: How do you ensure safety amidst the challenges of transportation?
Sean emphasized that safety is paramount, with a focus on well-trained drivers, comprehensive routing, and robust vehicle maintenance protocols.

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The episodes primarily focus on the promising advancements in technology and manufacturing, particularly in the transportation sector. Through conversations with industry leaders and innovators, various topics are explored, including manufacturing strategies, autonomous driving developments, electric vehicles, and sustainable transportation solutions. This podcast aims to illuminate the impact of these innovations on society while highlighting the human stories behind them. Its unique approach to fostering meaningful discussions about technological progress and leadership provides actionable insights for listeners who are passionate about making a difference in their industries.

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Recent guests on Building Better include:

1. Ali Kashani
2. Drew Allen
3. Ami Spira
4. Sean McCormack
5. Marta Anadón
6. Mark Reich
7. Xiaodi Hou
8. Tony Kinsman

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