The human side of an automated industry.

Layoffs, Leads, and What Comes Next

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May 5, 2026

The robotics job market is rough right now. Josh Olgin of Direct Recruiters breaks down what's driving the uncertainty, where hiring is picking back up, and how to run a smarter job search.

Roles and Hats: Building Careers in Robotics

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Mar 18, 2026

What does it take to build a team and a buying experience that customers actually love? Anthony Leo, President of IPR Robotics, shares the leadership principles and sales strategies that turn first calls into lifelong fans.

Robots for Good: A Conversation with Tatum Robotics

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Jan 27, 2026

Samantha Johnson, founder of Tatum Robotics, shares how a Northeastern ASL course led to a tactile signing robot for the DeafBlind community. We explore human-centered design, an 18-DOF soft robotic hand, and what it takes to build robotics for real-world inclusion.

2025 Wrapped, 2026 Loaded, and the Holiday Sweaters No One Asked For

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Dec 16, 2025

2025 was a year. Mandy Dwight, Forest Lee, and Catherine O’Connor recap the trends that shaped robotics and automation, then turn to 2026 predictions from industry leaders at A3, MHI, Tecsys, KPI, DWFritz Automation, and OSARO.

Sell the Story, Win the Deal: Marketing 101 for Automation Providers

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Dec 7, 2025

Every automation company says they’re different. Few can prove it in 10 seconds. We dig into standing out in a small, noisy industry: storytelling that connects specs to outcomes, design that guides decisions, and a plan that adapts faster than the market shifts.

From Europe to the US: Meet RobCo

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Nov 11, 2025

From Munich to the U.S., RobCo is redefining automation with modular robots, simple software, and a shared-risk approach for manufacturers. Lorenzo Pautasso joins us to discuss the journey, the impact on workers, and what Europe’s early adoption can teach the U.S. market.

Rethinking Baxter: How Branding and Culture Changed the Robotics Industry

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Oct 23, 2025

Most remember the robot. Few remember the word that reshaped an industry — cobot. Former Rethink Robotics colleagues unpack how language, culture, and bold transparency turned a niche idea into a movement that changed robotics forever.

The US Needs Robotics Companies Now More Than Ever

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Sep 24, 2025

What happens when you bring together the founders of a robotics innovation hub and add some real talk about America’s technological future? You get a behind-the-scenes look at MassRobotics, Boston’s world-class robotics ecosystem.

Our Favorite Deployment? The Next One.

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Jul 8, 2025

Ever wonder why some robotics startups succeed while others stall? In this candid chat, OSARO leaders share honest insights on growth, culture, and tech that fuel nearly a decade of success in warehouse automation.

Talkin’ Bots: Trends, AI, and the Road Ahead

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Jul 18, 2025

Automation buyers are getting smarter—and that’s reshaping the industry. Mandy Dwight & Guy Courtin dive into evolving customer expectations, why flashy demos no longer cut it, and how AI, ecosystem thinking, and strategic ROI are redefining automation’s future.

Building a Startup is not for the Faint of Heart

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Jul 17, 2025

How do you build a robotics company that lasts? In OSARO’s 10-year story, CEO Derek Pridmore and COO Gabe Zingaretti share how practical piece-picking, modular integration, and real ROI beat warehouse tech fads.

We Never Intended to Start this Podcast

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Jul 13, 2025

Mandy and Catherine of Dwight & Company pull back the curtain on launching a podcast—despite never planning to. They share the real story behind ROS Goss, what you can expect from future episodes, and why the world of robotics and automation has more to talk about than ever.