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Powering Today’s High-Tech Welding Workforce – Dave Lambert, President of Miller Electric
Discover how data and advanced technology are revolutionizing welding. Learn the secrets to attracting top talent and building a strong, future-ready company culture in the evolving welding industry.
View EpisodeInside Narcos, Painkiller and the Rise of Streaming – Eric Newman, Executive Producer
Eric Newman, executive producer of Narcos, Painkiller and Griselda, discusses the evolution of the entertainment industry, the impact of streaming and AI on storytelling, and his career journey from film to television, offering valuable insights and advice for aspiring creators.
View EpisodeHow Wisconsin Became a Tech Magnet – Dale Kooyenga, President of MMAC
Discover how Wisconsin attracted a $3.3 billion tech investment from Microsoft and what it means for the future of innovation in the region. Dale Kooyenga, President of MMAC, shares insights on Wisconsin’s transformation into a tech magnet and the critical role of education and leadership in this journey.
View EpisodeHow Microsoft’s $3.3 Billion Data Center is Driving AI Innovation – Mary Snapp, Vice President of Strategic Initiatives at Microsoft
Mary Snapp (VP Strategic Initiatives, Microsoft) discusses the company’s planned investments in data centers, AI education and more on The TechEd podcast.
View EpisodeThe Future of Healthcare: New Technologies and Big Data are Saving More Lives – Dr. Ajay Sahajpal, Advocate Aurora Health
From 3D printing to xenotransplants, advanced technologies are enabling doctors to save more lives and build healthier communities. Learn about the future of healthcare with Dr. Ajay Sahajpal of Advocate Aurora Health
View EpisodeThe Data Science Institute that’s Researching Real-World Applications for an AI-Fueled Future – Dr. Purush Papatla, Co-Director of NMDSI
The Northwestern Mutual Data Science Institute is doing cutting-edge research on AI applications for every industry, while creating a talent pipeline of data scientists
View EpisodeThe Power of Community to Drive Innovation in Small-Town America – Greg Tehven, Co-Founder & CEO of Emerging Prairie
Tech hubs are emerging in unexpected places in the U.S. Innovator and entrepreneur Greg Tehven (Emerging Prairie) gives advice for startups on this podcast.
View EpisodeLeo Reddy: The Diplomat Who Architected the Helsinki Accords and Helped End the Cold War
You may know Leo Reddy from MSSC, but did you know he had an astounding career in foreign diplomacy during the height of the Cold War? Learn about his fascinating story and pivotal role in the Helsinki Accords during some of the most historic moments in our nation’s history.
View EpisodeHow Science, Tech & Human Touch Shape the Digital Customer Experience – George Hanson, Chief Digital Officer at Mattress Firm
Technology can improve the customer experience – without replacing humans – in this new era of retail. Discover the science behind the omnichannel retail strategy with Mattress Firm’s Chief Digital Officer George Hanson.
View EpisodeHow John Deere is Building Talent Pipelines, Right in its Local Communities – David Ottavianelli, Director of Workforce and Community Outreach at John Deere
Hear the results of a workforce shortage study and the strategies John Deere has launched to create a new workforce pipeline.
View EpisodeThe American Dream: The Remarkable Story of Allen-Bradley and Its Legacy Today – Rick Graber, President and CEO of The Bradley Foundation
The American Dream: The Remarkable Story of Allen-Bradley and Its Legacy Today Richard W. Graber, President and CEO of The Bradley Foundation Love the episode? […]
View EpisodeDoes Generative AI Belong in the Classroom? – Dr. Dwayne Wood – Professor at National University
It’s a hot topic…but generative AI is here to stay. Learn how to leverage artificial intelligence in instructional design to make learning better.
View EpisodeSurgical Robots in Space: NASA, Nebraska, and the Final Frontier – Dr. Shane Farritor, CTO at Virtual Incision and Professor at UNL
Virtual Incision’s miniature robots are revolutionizing robotic surgery…recently completing a surgical mission in space! Hear about the innovations in technology and the future of telesurgery.
View EpisodeWhat Education is Getting All Wrong About Artificial Intelligence – Matt Kirchner, Host of The TechEd Podcast
What Education is Getting All Wrong About Artificial Intelligence Matt Kirchner, Host of The TechEd Podcast Love the episode? Leave a review on your favorite […]
View EpisodeEmpowering Girls in STEM: The Role of Self-Efficacy and Hands-On Experiences – Tabby Rabenberg, Principal at Bismarck Public Schools
Empowering Girls in STEM: The Role of Self-Efficacy and Hands-On Experiences Dr. Tabby Rabenberg, Principal at Bismarck Public Schools Love the episode? Leave a review […]
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Why STEM Can Future-Proof Private Universities Against the Enrollment Cliff – Stephanie Herseth-Sandlin, President of Augustana University
The enrollment cliff is coming. If you want to future-proof your university (especially private ones!), you should invest in growing and marketing your STEM programs. These are the programs students will enroll in, since they tie to high-wage, high-demand careers.
View EpisodeDeveloping an AI Strategy: Best Practices for Business Leaders – Todd Wanek, CEO of Ashley Furniture Industries
AI is here – how are you building a strategy to leverage these tools in your business? Todd Wanek, CEO of Ashley Furniture, gives business leaders best practices for creating an AI strategy. Learn from him in this podcast episode!
View EpisodeEducation Reimagined: What America Can Learn from the Success of North Dakota – Governor Doug Burgum
From student-centric learning, to a K-12 career readiness roadmap, North Dakota has continuously updated their approach to education in order to best serve its students and communities. Now, hear from Governor Doug Burgum about how these lessons can be applied nationwide.
View EpisodeSTEM Education Opens Doors to Top Tech Careers at the DoD – Dr. David Honey, Deputy Undersecretary for R&E – U.S. Department of Defense
A “STEM-Powered Enterprise” with 100,000 engineers in its employ, the U.S. Department of Defense is on the cutting-edge of tech innovation in the world. DUSD Dr. David Honey gives us a unique glimpse into this work and how STEM education can pave the way to a career at the DOD.
View EpisodeThe Titanium Economy: The Companies You’ve Never Heard of That Keep America Running – Asutosh Padhi, Managing Partner for McKinsey & Company North America
There’s a whole subset of our economy that you’ve never heard of, making products vital to your everyday life. The Titanium Economy is a major driver of the U.S. economy, providing jobs, products and well-being like you wouldn’t believe.
View EpisodeBuilding America’s Skilled Workforce – Chelle Travis, Executive Director of SkillsUSA
SkillsUSA Executive Director Chelle Travis talks about how the organization is preparing students for highly-skilled technology & STEM careers through programs, competitions and industry partnerships.
View EpisodeWhat’s New in Automation: AI, Digital Twins, Cobots and More! – Mike Cicco, President & CEO of FANUC America
FANUC is the global leader in industrial robotics and CNC controls. FANUC America President & CEO Mike Cicco shares the latest trends in the industry, including technology innovation, R&D sneak peaks, and how we’re training next-gen automation experts.
View EpisodeWhat the CHIPS and Science Act Means for Technology and Education – U.S. Senator Todd Young
Senator Todd Young, U.S. Senator for Indiana, joins us to talk about the CHIPS and Science Act and how it will impact semiconductor manufacturing and research around emerging technologies in the United States
View EpisodeThe Journey to 1,000 Hours in Space – NASA Astronaut Dr. Don Thomas
NASA Space Shuttle Astronaut Dr. Don Thomas shares about his journey to becoming an astronaut, his four missions to space, and what the future of space exploration could look like.
View EpisodeLeading the Smart Manufacturing Revolution – Blake Moret, Chairman and CEO of Rockwell Automation
Blake Moret, Chairman and CEO of Rockwell Automation talks about smart manufacturing, Industry 4.0 and the workforce of the future.
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