TechFirst with John Koetsier

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Tech that is changing the world. Innovators who are shaping the future.Deep discussions with diverse leaders from Silicon Valley giants and scrappy global startups. Plus some short monologues based on my Forbes columns.

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Recent Episodes
  • This personal AI is your 'twin mind'
    Mar 12, 2025 – 00:21:24
  • Massive Microsoft quantum computer breakthrough via entirely new state of matter (!!!)
    Feb 19, 2025 – 00:42:54
  • Europe's answer to humanoid robots: 'best in world' coming this June
    Feb 15, 2025 – 00:39:21
  • Humanoid robots in homes by 2026: Peter Diamandis
    Jan 17, 2025 – 00:40:06
  • Humanoid robots: friends not just workers?
    Jan 4, 2025 – 00:21:45
  • Predicting space weather with AI
    Dec 4, 2024 – 00:25:46
  • Robot love: could you love an AI?
    Nov 7, 2024 – 00:36:35
  • AGI: kind of nonsense?
    Sep 26, 2024 – 00:55:49
  • Making games with your voice, with Roblox' chief scientist
    Aug 27, 2024 – 00:39:41
  • How do we know when a machine is smart?
    Aug 24, 2024 – 00:29:53
  • Can cat qbits save quantum computing?
    Aug 6, 2024 – 00:28:17
  • 4000 developers on AI generating code
    Jul 31, 2024 – 00:23:29
  • Boston Dynamics & the golden age of robots
    Jul 15, 2024 – 00:33:42
  • World's tallest autonomous robot works in a warehouse
    Jun 26, 2024 – 00:25:06
  • Moon first, then Mars: a chat with astronaut Jack Fischer
    Jun 7, 2024 – 00:38:53
  • AGI: solved already?
    May 21, 2024 – 00:22:10
  • Water from air for 10 cents a gallon?
    May 17, 2024 – 00:23:22
  • Robots in agtech: what's next?
    May 3, 2024 – 00:29:21
  • World's first micro lunar rover
    Apr 19, 2024 – 00:28:37
  • After AGI
    Apr 12, 2024 – 00:33:27
  • No-notch iPhones, FaceID on Android, biometrics everywhere
    Mar 30, 2024 – 00:32:59
  • Billions of robots in 10 years
    Mar 21, 2024 – 00:32:36
  • Apple Vision Pro: future of surgical training?
    Mar 13, 2024 – 00:20:21
  • AGI in 3 to 8 years
    Mar 5, 2024 – 00:40:10
  • Oysters reporting water quality? Not science fiction!
    Feb 23, 2024 – 00:25:49
  • Here's an all-wheel drive e-bike ... with ChatGPT
    Feb 16, 2024 – 00:26:10
  • App store for your brain: reading brain waves to fix sleep, pain, learning
    Feb 7, 2024 – 00:21:49
  • Hacking reality: Apple Vision Pro and security
    Feb 5, 2024 – 00:14:51
  • Smart buildings 2024: not just energy consumers
    Jan 16, 2024 – 00:21:59
  • VR 2024: inflection point with Apple Vision Pro, Quest 3, enterprise
    Dec 29, 2023 – 00:26:56
  • AI in Bhutan: why Princess Wangchuk is building an AI center
    Dec 14, 2023 – 00:41:02
  • Say hello to your robot coworker
    Dec 1, 2023 – 00:18:23
  • Reinventing speakers: replacing 100 year old tech with MEMS chips
    Nov 16, 2023 – 00:30:08
  • Can VR change history? Maybe 1 mind at a time ...
    Nov 13, 2023 – 00:26:31
  • Very first cell phone call: meet the man who made it ... and the engineer who helped make it happen
    Oct 29, 2023 – 00:30:38
  • Can generative AI make rockets launch faster?
    Oct 21, 2023 – 00:26:57
  • 81% Of Companies Have Generative AI Teams
    Oct 12, 2023 – 00:36:31
  • Diversity, equity, and inclusion in AI: solved problem?
    Oct 2, 2023 – 00:25:20
  • Apptronik has a totally different approach to building humanoid robots
    Sep 25, 2023 – 00:36:53
  • Generative AI 10X'd this solopreneur's output
    Sep 18, 2023 – 00:33:57
  • Solving the GPU shortage: software to 2-4X existing GPU utilization
    Sep 12, 2023 – 00:18:05
  • The Black Swan cargo drone carries 800 pounds for 1500 miles
    Aug 26, 2023 – 00:15:17
  • Wireless power for robots on the moon
    Aug 21, 2023 – 00:17:18
  • Space phones: why Apple, AT&T, Verizon are adding space comms
    Aug 11, 2023 – 00:14:59
  • Sanctuary AI humanoid general purpose robot: a deep dive with CEO Geordie Rose
    Jul 31, 2023 – 00:48:57
  • Tesla full self driving: worse than a drunk driver?
    Jul 24, 2023 – 00:27:54
  • Humanoid robots: 'we could be one-to-one with humanoids quickly'
    Jul 13, 2023 – 00:27:51
  • Can open source AI save health care? HIPPO AI founder Bart de Witte chats with John Koetsier
    Jul 6, 2023 – 00:36:47
  • Intel research scientist: ChatGPT is NOT generative AI
    Jun 28, 2023 – 00:44:02
  • Is nuclear back? Talking to Nano Nuclear Energy about tiny reactors
    Jun 20, 2023 – 00:37:50
Recent Reviews
  • Drifter9llll9
    TechFirst - Technology and Your Life, Must Listen
    TechFirst is an insightful podcast casting well balanced conversation on the biggest topics of contemporary technology. John is a great host at steering the discussion to unique perspectives that really engages the listener. Superb guests as well. TechFirst is a great window into the depths of futurist technology and John does a good job of relating it to the current times and potential implications. Must check this out if you’re into Tech! 🤓
  • nthdegreedan
    Great pod!
    Worth the time! Great insights
  • CBB928
    Wow!
    Not my usual type of podcast I listen to, but I dug in and found what John has here is very interesting! A nice breather away from the usual cookie cutter pods everyone else I know is putting out there. Check it out!
  • @Dr.Al.LifeCoach
    This is a Cool Podcast
    Great topics, amazing guests and a very skilled host. This is a podcast where you will be looking forward to the next episode!
  • JOhnny8285
    ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
    Such an awesome concept!!! If you are want the inside scoop, and can’t wait to read it on Forbes, this is a MUST LISTEN to
  • Justinrp98
    Really Enjoying It
    This podcast has a good sound quality, and good content… What more can you ask for? If you have any interest in tech whatsoever, this is worth adding to your rotation.
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