Lexicon
Explore the future of innovation with 'Lexicon by Interesting Engineering' – a captivating podcast that dives into the heart of groundbreaking advancements. Join us for engaging conversations with leading experts in engineering and technology. Each episode of Lexicon unravels the stories of inspiration, the mechanics of breakthroughs, and peeks into what the future holds. Discover the fascinating journey of how today's ideas are shaping tomorrow's world. https://interestingengineering.com/newsletters
Episodes
In this episode, we sit down with Scott Butler, Executive Director of Material Focus, to explore what really happens to our old electronics, why e-waste is becoming a critical materials and safety issue, and how small changes in design, policy, and behaviour could unlock the hidden value in the tech we throw away.
Also, don’t forget to subscribe to IE+ for premium insights and exclusive content!
In this episode, we sit down with Ashish Parikh, co-CEO and CTO of Doodle Labs, to explore the hidden physics of wireless connectivity powering drone swarms, autonomous systems, and electronic warfare.
Also, don’t forget to subscribe to IE+ for premium insights and exclusive content!
In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Lulu Zhao, a NASA-funded space-weather researcher and assistant professor at the University of Michigan, to unpack how solar energetic particles and cosmic rays can flip bits, disrupt aircraft systems, and challenge the future of aviation and spaceflight.
If you’ve ever wondered how the Sun can sabotage our machines, then this podcast is for you.
In this episode, we sit down with Lara Smith, founder of LUSOMÉ, to unpack how thermoregulation, menopause, and real-world sleep environments affect sleep quality, drawing on a Harvard-led clinical trial.
If you’ve ever wondered why overheating can quietly sabotage your sleep, this podcast is for you.
Also, don’t forget to subscribe to IE+ for premium insights and exclusive content!
In this episode, we speak with Buzz Solutions CTO Vikhyat Chaudhry about the quiet revolution happening across the power grid, where drones, sensors, and computer vision are becoming a real-time early-warning system.
He walks us through the shift from manual patrols to automated, high-volume thermal inspections, how AI learns to recognise dangerous patterns, and why these tools could be critical as electrification surges and climate...
In this episode, we sit down with David Kuo, VP of Marketing and Business Development at Point2 Technology, to explore the company’s radical approach to breaking the data center “copper cliff.”
From RF-over-plastic waveguides to ultra-efficient retimers, Point2 is challenging a decade of assumptions about how AI clusters should be wired, and what’s possible when you rethink the link itself.
In today’s episode, we sit down with Dr. Tamil Selvan Muthusamy, an interventional cardiologist trained in the UK and Europe, now practicing in Kuala Lumpur, to explore what may be the most important advance in cardiology in the last two decades: a new “bioadaptive” stent that actually moves and remodels with your arteries.
We dive into why traditional rigid stents fail over time, how this new design dramatic...
In this episode of Lexicon, we speak with Dr. Péter Fankhauser, CEO of ANYbotics, and Jasmine Assefi, Key Account Manager for Oil, Gas, and Chemicals, about how robotics is transforming operations at Equinor’s Northern Lights CO₂ storage project—the world’s first open-access carbon transport and storage facility.
Together, they explore how “Roberta,” an ANYbotics robot deployed by Equinor, is rede...
In this episode, we talk with Barun Kar, CEO and co-founder of Upscale AI, a company rethinking the hidden backbone of artificial intelligence: the network.
Barun explains why today’s AI systems are hitting a wall, and how open-standard infrastructure could unlock faster, cheaper, and more democratic AI for everyone.
Also, don’t forget to subscribe to IE+ for premium insights and exclusive content!
In this episode, we talk to Kyle Baranko, Head of Product at Paces, about how the explosive growth of AI is reshaping the clean energy landscape.
From off-grid solar microgrids to the future of small modular reactors, Kyle shares how data centers are driving unprecedented demand for electricity.
He also shares his thoughts on how smart technology, faster project development, and new thinking about infrastructure c...
In this episode, we talk with the Vice President of Ecosense, Dallas Jones, who shares how smart sensors and years of science are turning the tide on an invisible threat: radon gas.
From tech breakthroughs to policy changes, this is everything you need to know to stay safe, stay informed, and breathe easier.
Also, don’t forget to subscribe to IE+ for premium insights and exclusive content!
In today's episode, we’re diving into the future of driver safety with Jessie Lee from VUEROID, South Korea’s leader in advanced dash cam technology.
From AI-powered license plate restoration to ultra-reliable low-power recording, their latest S1 4K Infinite dash cam is redefining what it means to be prepared on the road.
Whether you're a tech lover, an engineer, or just someone who drives every day, this is one episode y...
In this episode of Lexicon, we’re joined by Fernando Dominguez from SandboxAQ to explore how artificial intelligence and quantum tech are merging to tackle some of the world’s most challenging problems.
From simulating millions of drug compounds in days to protecting our data from future quantum threats, we explore how LQMs will change everything. So, if you think AI is just about chatbots, think again.
In this episode, we’re joined by Al Eliasen, CEO of Spatial Business Systems, to discuss how automation, AI, and digital design tools are revolutionizing utility infrastructure, from power grids to broadband.
If you’ve ever wondered how we’ll meet the rising demands of electrification, renewable energy, and smart networks, this one’s for you.
Also, don’t forget to subscribe to IE+ for premium insig...
In this episode, Dr. Liam Holt from NYU Langone Health joins us to uncover the hidden world of LINE-1, a viral-like DNA element that makes up a massive part of our genome.
We explore how this ancient stowaway shaped human evolution, why it might be fueling aging, inflammation, and cancer, and explore whether science can turn it from a threat into a tool.
Also, don’t forget to subscribe to IE+ for premium insights an...
Today, we’re joined by Dr. Shu Yang, a pioneering materials scientist at the University of Pennsylvania and one of National Geographic’s Extraordinary Changemakers.
From elephant skin to snail mucus, Dr. Yang draws inspiration from nature to create shape-shifting, sustainable materials that could transform everything from medicine to construction.
Stay tuned as we explore the science behind smart surfaces, kirigami ...
In this episode, we are joined by Will Ashford-Brown, Director at the Heligan Strategic Insights team, and a leading expert on AI, autonomous systems, and modern warfare.
From drone swarms and digital deception to the ethics of kill-chain automation, we explore how emerging technologies are reshaping the battlefield — and what that means for the world. Let’s dive in.
Also, don’t forget to subscribe to IE+ for premiu...
In this episode of Lexicon, we speak with Dr. Scott Miller, Director of Technology at NextFlex, to explore how hybrid electronics are revolutionizing manufacturing.
From aerospace to healthcare, Scott explains how printed and flexible electronics are enabling smarter, more sustainable, and more resilient systems while helping bring manufacturing back home.
Whether you’re into next-gen tech, supply chains, or the fut...
In this episode, we sit down with Justin Graham and Jake Dein from Barge Design Solutions to explore the real-world challenges of implementing AI in engineering.
From avoiding the "streetlight effect" to saving clients millions through more intelligent data integration, they share hard-earned insights on why clean, connected data, not just flashy tools, is the key to meaningful innovation.
If you're thinking about AI, thi...
In this episode of Lexicon, we sit down with Graeme Purdy, CEO and co-founder of Ilika Technologies — a trailblazer in solid-state battery innovation.
With EV adoption surging and energy storage tech evolving fast, Graeme shares how Ilika’s Goliath program redefines what’s possible for electric vehicles and beyond.
Join us as we explore battery safety, manufacturing at scale, Europe’s role in the g...
Popular Podcasts
Hey Jonas! The official Jonas Brothers podcast. Hosted by Kevin, Joe, and Nick Jonas. It’s the Jonas Brothers you know... musicians, actors, and well, yes, brothers. Now, they’re sharing another side of themselves in the playful, intimate, and irreverent way only they can. Spend time with the Jonas Brothers here and stay a little bit longer for deep conversations like never before.
Does hearing about a true crime case always leave you scouring the internet for the truth behind the story? Dive into your next mystery with Crime Junkie. Every Monday, join your host Ashley Flowers as she unravels all the details of infamous and underreported true crime cases with her best friend Brit Prawat. From cold cases to missing persons and heroes in our community who seek justice, Crime Junkie is your destination for theories and stories you won’t hear anywhere else. Whether you're a seasoned true crime enthusiast or new to the genre, you'll find yourself on the edge of your seat awaiting a new episode every Monday. If you can never get enough true crime... Congratulations, you’ve found your people. Follow to join a community of Crime Junkies! Crime Junkie is presented by Audiochuck Media Company.
Betrayal Weekly is back for a new season. Every Thursday, Betrayal Weekly shares first-hand accounts of broken trust, shocking deceptions, and the trail of destruction they leave behind. Hosted by Andrea Gunning, this weekly ongoing series digs into real-life stories of betrayal and the aftermath. From stories of double lives to dark discoveries, these are cautionary tales and accounts of resilience against all odds. From the producers of the critically acclaimed Betrayal series, Betrayal Weekly drops new episodes every Thursday. If you would like to share your story, you can reach out to the Betrayal Team by emailing them at betrayalpod@gmail.com and follow us on Instagram at @betrayalpod and @glasspodcasts. Please join our Substack for additional exclusive content, curated book recommendations, and community discussions. Sign up FREE by clicking this link Beyond Betrayal Substack. Join our community dedicated to truth, resilience, and healing. Your voice matters! Be a part of our Betrayal journey on Substack.
Current and classic episodes, featuring compelling true-crime mysteries, powerful documentaries and in-depth investigations. Follow now to get the latest episodes of Dateline NBC completely free, or subscribe to Dateline Premium for ad-free listening and exclusive bonus content: DatelinePremium.com
If you've ever wanted to know about champagne, satanism, the Stonewall Uprising, chaos theory, LSD, El Nino, true crime and Rosa Parks, then look no further. Josh and Chuck have you covered.