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Peggy Smedley Show

IoT, AI, the Future of Work—if it"s revolutionizing industries, Peggy"s talking about it. Each week on The Peggy Smedley Show, she delivers cutting-edge perspectives from top experts, keeping 150,000+ listeners ahead of the curve.

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32:51

Are Data Centers Sustainable?

Peggy Smedley Show ·

2025/08/06

Peggy Smedley and Al Ortega, James R. Birle endowed chair professor of energy technology, Villanova University and director of the National Science Foundation Center for Energy Smart Electronic Systems, talk about data centers, cooling systems, and sustainability issues within the data centers. He talks about the amount of power data centers use, saying in 2025 an equipment rack consumes about 100 kilowatts. They also discuss: How data center consumption compares to consumption in a typical U.S

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15:03

What’s Next for AI in Construction

Peggy Smedley Show ·

2025/08/06

Peggy Smedley and Brian Kassalen, principal and construction industry leader, Baker Tilly, talk about AI (artificial intelligence) in construction. He says construction contractors have been slow to adopt technologies, but you can’t have a conversation today with a contractor without having some conversation about AI. They also discuss: Historical labor challenges in construction and how AI can help contractors protect margins. How machine learning, digital twins, and predictive analytics can help

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16:14

The Rise of Humanoids

Peggy Smedley Show ·

2025/07/16

Peggy dives into the multitrillion-dollar future of humanoid robots and how they could transform both industry and society. With projections showing nearly 1 billion humanoids in use by 2050—primarily in commercial and industrial settings—she breaks down what this means for the workforce, business, and our lives. She also discusses: The historical evolution of robotics and the birth of humanoids. The who, what, when, where, why, and how of humanoids. The cost, opportunities, and challenges—and her

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27:16

TMS and AI: Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow

Peggy Smedley Show ·

2025/07/16

Peggy Smedley and Arthur Axelrad, cofounder and CEO, Dispatch Science, talk about TMS (transportation management systems) and how they have evolved. He says in the logistics and supply chain world, there are companies that have a mission to deliver parcels and all of that requires coordination, so TMS software is that segment of business management that specializes in managing the transportation of goods. They also discuss: How transportation management systems have evolved, highlighting the shift

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18:35

AI, Energy, and the Need for Innovation

Peggy Smedley Show ·

2025/07/16

Peggy Smedley and Jon Summers, research lead in data centers, Research Institutes of Sweden, adjunct professor of fluid mechanics, Luleå Technical University and visiting professor in thermofluids, University of Leeds, talk about rising energy costs and data centers. He says we are in a difficult position because data centers are scrambling for access to power. They also discuss: The high energy consumption of AI infrastructures and data centers, and the need for more resource-efficient solutions.

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16:17

AI Driving the Autonomous Road Ahead

Peggy Smedley Show ·

2025/07/09

Peggy Smedley takes a deep dive into the future of autonomous vehicles and what it will take to get there. She explains how the path to full automation is long—but potentially transformative. Peggy breaks down each level of automation, from manual driving to fully autonomous systems, and where adoption stands today—and where it’s headed by 2030. She also discusses: The role of AI in enabling autonomous vehicle technology and global forecasts for vehicle automation levels. Real-world examples from

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30:37

AI: Threat or Help?

Peggy Smedley Show ·

2025/07/09

Peggy Smedley and Akli Adjaoute, entrepreneur, founder, Brighterion and author, Inside AI, talk about whether generative AI is threatening humanity—or helping it. They explore whether future generations will trust themselves or rely on AI for life’s biggest decisions. They also discuss: AI risks and consequences such as deep fakes, misinformation, privacy concerns, and inherent biases in AI systems—issues that could have significant societal repercussions. The need to strengthen uniquely human

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16:46

A Conversation about Quiet Cracking

Peggy Smedley Show ·

2025/07/09

Peggy Smedley and Roza Tapini, VP of people and culture at Epignosis, talk about the emerging workplace trend of quiet cracking and why it is so dangerous. She says quiet cracking is the emotional withdrawal at work, and shares how it is different from burnout and quiet quitting. They also discuss: The importance of training and the likelihood of feeling more job insecure. The traits of people who are quiet cracking. How employers and employees can work together more creatively and collaboratively

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16:28

The Factory of the Future

Peggy Smedley Show ·

2025/06/25

Peggy explores the factory of the future and how AI (artificial intelligence) can help enable it. She says this could help address a core challenge in the manufacturing industry—the labor shortage—and with robots and AI we can catapult our businesses into the next generation of work. She also discusses: Some global statistics and perspectives. The factors driving the need for robots and AI. NVIDIA’s AI factories and how they are similar and different to traditional data centers.

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31:46

The Rise of Cobots

Peggy Smedley Show ·

2025/06/25

Peggy Smedley interviews Tim Lindner, warehouse automation consultant, Voxware, about the evolution and future of robotics in warehousing and distribution centers. Tim also explores the concept of 'cobots', where humans and robots collaborate to improve efficiency, and shares insights on the practical challenges and potential benefits of robotic deployment in various warehouse environments. They also discuss: The transition from manual labor to the integration of automation technologies such as

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17:24

Transforming Connectivity with Innovations in 5G and AI

Peggy Smedley Show ·

2025/06/25

Peggy Smedley welcomes Patrick Halley, president and CEO of the Wireless Infrastructure Assn., to discuss the critical role of wireless connectivity in supporting infrastructure and innovations like AI, 5G cores, and network slicing. Patrick also highlights the importance of smart policies and infrastructure to maintain the United States’ competitive edge in wireless technology. They also discuss: The impact of fixed wireless broadband. The evolution from 2G to 5G. The future of AI in wireless

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14:08

Quiet Cracking

Peggy Smedley Show ·

2025/05/14

Peggy talks about new labor trends, including quiet cracking. She gives a peek behind the curtain into what is happening with our workforce—and how all of these trends will ultimately impact the future of work. She also discusses: The past five years and movements such as the great resignation, quiet quitting, labor hoarding, and more. The percentage of people quiet cracking—and how it is impacting the workforce. What steps we need to take today to prepare for the future of work.

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27:13

Stand Out in an Oversaturated Market

Peggy Smedley Show ·

2025/05/14

Peggy Smedley talks about how companies can stand out in an oversaturated market when you need to do something different. She says some of the staggering statistics are not going away anytime soon—and she talks about what can be done to stand out and compete. She also discusses: Six factors creating market instability. How to control the conversation in an evolving market. The importance of a production strategy and an amplification plan. peggysmedleyshow.com (5/13/25 - 920) What You Might Have

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16:08

Empowering Women on the Way to the Top

Peggy Smedley Show ·

2025/05/14

Peggy Smedley and Duygu Alptekin Gürsu, international executive leadership and team coach, and author, Empowering Women on the Way to the Top, talk about why she wrote the book. She explains how she has faced firsthand the systemic barriers women face and that they have not changed much. They also discuss: How organizations can help empower women. Why we need women at the top—and how to help them get there. How to look at leadership advice differently. duygualptekin.com (5/13/25 - 920) What You

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14:45

Tech to the Rescue

Peggy Smedley Show ·

2025/04/30

Peggy talks about how technology can help with distracted driving, sharing some examples. She talks about the opportunities to improve our behavior in the car, all with the help of new technologies. She also discusses: How many drivers report being distracted by their personal mobile devices. Three technologies that can help. Her thoughts on what needs to happen next to reduce the number of deaths on the road. peggysmedleyshow.com (4/29/25 - 918) What You Might Have Missed: Autonomous Vehicles

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28:03

The Prevalence of Distracted Driving in 2025

Peggy Smedley Show ·

2025/04/30

Peggy Smedley and Julia Kite-Laidlaw, senior program manager, Road To Zero, National Safety Council, talk about how prevalent distracted driving is today. She says new data out reports that 3,275 people died in distraction-related crashes in 2023, which is 8% of all road deaths in the United States, and if you do the math it comes to about nine people per day. They also discuss: Who is really responsible for safety in cars. Regulations and the impact they have on distracted driving. How Minnesota

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16:40

Distracted Driving from an Equity Perspective

Peggy Smedley Show ·

2025/04/30

Peggy Smedley and Mehri Mohebbi, program director, Transportation Equity Program, University of Florida Transportation Institute, discuss distracted driving risk from an equity perspective, sharing which populations are at the most risk for injuries. She says generally the numbers at the federal level hid the sharp local spike, and in low-income corridors, phone-related crashes cluster 40% above the metro average. They also discuss: Two specific examples of roadway design and how it can help us

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16:18

Manufacturing with the IoT in 2025

Peggy Smedley Show ·

2025/04/09

Peggy talks about the impact of the IoT (Internet of Things) on the manufacturing industry, sharing the opportunities that exist to transform business. She explains how manufacturers can best prepare for what comes next. She also discusses: What challenges exist in manufacturing today that technology can help solve. How many industrial manufacturers globally are planning to increase their technology investment by 20% or more in the coming years. Key questions manufacturers need to be asking when

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28:23

Innovation in Transportation in 2025

Peggy Smedley Show ·

2025/04/09

Peggy Smedley and Lily Elefteriadou, distinguished professor of civil engineering, University of Florida, talk about the major innovations shaping transportation. She says AI (artificial intelligence) is impacting transportation including the autonomous vehicle and infrastructure—but the creativity will still need to come from humans. They also discuss: How AI and autonomous vehicles will come together. The importance of partnership and collaboration in transportation, which is interdisciplinary

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17:14

Innovation: Returning to the Moon

Peggy Smedley Show ·

2025/04/09

Peggy Smedley and Matthew Weinzierl, professor, Harvard Business School, and Brendan Rosseau, strategy manager, Blue Origin, talk about an upcoming NASA space mission and the impact on the space industry. Rosseau says things are moving fast in the space industry and shares about returning to the moon to spark a permanent lunar presence. Weinzierl says going to the moon in the 1960s was inspirational, but we got stuck. They also discuss: Having a permanent presence on the moon. The importance of

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