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It Simply Works! SEGGER, emApps, and the Future of Embedded Systems Development

March 6, 2026

Embedded Systems take center stage in this week’s podcast! My guest is Rolf Segger from SEGGER! Rolf and I dive deep into their extensive embedded solutions portfolio. We also explore the fascinating concept of emApps, which represents an intriguing vision for embedded system design and is poised to shape the future of smart device development.

From High‑Mix Production to Humanoids: Robotiq’s Push for Accessible Automation

by Amelia Dalton

February 27, 2026

Are you ready for some robots?! We’re not talking about just any robots; this week we’re focusing on the quiet revolution of grippers, sensors, and collaborative automation taking place on our factory floors. My guest is Jennifer Kwiatkowski from Robotiq! Jen and I dive deep into the world of collaborative robotics. We explore the future of human-robot interaction in manufacturing, how Robotiq is solving key industry challenges, and the crucial role that accessibility and ease-of-use play in driving the adoption of automation.

Tensilica HiFi iQ DSP: Voice AI Meets Immersive Automotive Audio

by Amelia Dalton

February 20, 2026

In this week’s podcast, Amol Borkar from Cadence and I explore the major trends in high-performance audio and voice AI. We also investigate how the demanding new use cases in automotive are dramatically increasing audio workloads and how Tensilica HiFi iQ DSP is addressing the increasing requirements for voice AI and immersive audio.

Revolution at the Speed of Light: How PhotonDelta Building a Global Photonics Ecosystem

by Amelia Dalton

February 13, 2026

This week we are diving deep into a revolution happening at the speed of light: the rise of photonic technology! My special guest is Dr. Abdul Rahim from PhotonDelta. Abdul and I discuss how photonic chips can address the energy efficiency demands posed by the current and projected growth of AI workloads, the role that standards will play in the next wave of hardware innovation, and key technical challenges currently involved in reliably and cost-effectively integrating photonic Integrated Circuits (PICs) with existing CMOS technology.

The Trifecta of 2026: AI Agents, Hybrid Wireless, and the Future of Embedded Engineering

by Amelia Dalton

February 6, 2026

In this week’s podcast, we’re exploring the three trends poised to redefine how we design, simulate, and deploy complex systems in 2026 and beyond: agentic AI and the model context protocol for tool integration, hybrid terrestrial and non‑terrestrial wireless networks, and moving AI onto embedded hardware using virtual sensing and reduced‑order models. My guests, Seth DeLand and Houman Zarrinkoub from MathWorks, and I explore the practical problems in engineering workflows driving interest in agentic AI, the engineering challenges of hybrid terrestrial and non‑terrestrial wireless networks, and how smaller … Read More → "The Trifecta of 2026: AI Agents, Hybrid Wireless, and the Future of Embedded Engineering"

Robotic Real-Time Reasoning: How Palladyne AI is Shaping the Future of Autonomous Perception

by Amelia Dalton

January 30, 2026

This week’s podcast is all about about autonomous systems, advanced machine intelligence and how Palladyne AI is revolutionizing how robots and drones perceive and interact with the world. My guest is Palladyne AI Chief Technology Officer & Co-Founder Dr. Denis Garagić! Denis and I discuss the secrets behind their proprietary technology, what sets them apart from other AI solutions that power and drones, their unique approach to AI challenges, and how Palladyne AI approaches the ethical considerations of deploying its AI technology

Emerging AI and Agentic Risk: The Future of Cyber Security Compliance with Cordell Robinson

by Amelia Dalton

January 23, 2026

In this week’s Fish Fry podcast, I chat with cybersecurity expert Cordell Robinson about cutting-edge AI solutions, Agentic AI, and the interplay of automation, regulation, and innovation within federal cybersecurity. I also explore new research suggesting the human brain may function far more like AI than previously understood.

Single-Photon Revolution: Ubicept’s Vision for Machine Perception

by Amelia Dalton

January 16, 2026

This week my esteemed guest is Ubicept CEO & Co-Founder Sebastian Bauer. Sebastian and I delve into Ubicept’s mission and discuss the inherent limitations of today’s computer vision systems. We explore Ubicept’s core strength: working with Single-Photon Avalanche Diode (SPAD) sensors, and where Sebastian sees bottlenecks are popping up as SPAD sensors become more accessible. Finally, we discuss the transition of the computer vision industry to single-photon perception and what Sebastian thinks the biggest hurdles will be for new customers moving forward.

The Electrified Skies: Battery Design Challenges for Electric Aircraft

by Amelia Dalton

January 9, 2026

In this week’s podcast, we are investigating the challenges of designing batteries for electric aircraft with Dr. Graham Dudgeon from MathWorks. Graham has some great insights on how modeling and simulation are helping aerospace engineers tackle the thermal, electrical, and mechanical complexities of these cutting-edge power systems. Graham and I also chat about how computational tools map to the technology development cycle, and why simulating abnormal conditions is crucial for meeting strict aerospace safety requirements. Also this week, I check out a new … Read More → "The Electrified Skies: Battery Design Challenges for Electric Aircraft"

Fish Fry Special Edition: Amelia’s Favorite Episodes for 2025

by Amelia Dalton

December 29, 2025

People frequently ask me if I have a favorite podcast episode. Well folks, here are my favorites for 2025! The top of the list is an episode called “Have Your Cake and Eat The Batteries too!. In this episode, I explore how fungi can function as organic memory devices, the details of RoboCake, a multi-tiered dessert featuring various edible components and the world’s first rechargeable edible battery. My other favorite episodes include my discussion with Toronto Talks host Ashraf Amin about his AI co-host, Sophie the Sage; an … Read More → "Fish Fry Special Edition: Amelia’s Favorite Episodes for 2025"