x

75% of people globally want unbiased news (Pew Research) but are concerned they're not getting that.

Get balanced coverage with Symby. See how stories are covered across diverse outlets and spot when one side covers a story the other skips.

PODCAST

TechVibe Pittsburgh

Jonathan Kersting

Curious about Pittsburgh"s growing technology and innovation industry and the opportunities it has for you? This podcast gives you a front-row seat to the companies, people, and institutions that are making Pittsburgh"s tech industry thrive. Discover the newest tech startups emerging from Pittsburgh; Meet dynamic entrepreneurs driving innovation and creating a rich landscape for tech company growth; and Stay on top of the latest trends from recognized industry experts and thought leaders. Audrey

technology

All Episodes

08:02

Pittsburgh Drafts Innovation: Near Earth Autonomy...

TechVibe Pittsburgh ·

2026/04/07

If self-driving cars are the opening act, Near Earth Autonomy is writing the next chapter — in the air. Founded in 2012, this Pittsburgh-based company is developing autonomous flight systems capable of piloting everything from small drones to full-scale helicopters. The goal sounds simple: move from point A to point B safely and efficiently. The reality is anything but. Flight introduces a new dimension — literally. Aircraft must navigate complex environments, manage energy constraints,

en

05:14

Pittsburgh Drafts Innovation: Diamond Kinetics...

TechVibe Pittsburgh ·

2026/04/06

What if every swing, every pitch, every game could become a data-powered stepping stone to getting better? That's the world Diamond Kinetics is building — and it's evolving far beyond its origins as a bat sensor company born out of the University of Pittsburgh. Today, Diamond Kinetics is a full-fledged youth sports platform, blending hardware, software, and content into a seamless experience for athletes, coaches, and families. The company's technology captures the nuances of athletic

en

22:01

How Pennsylvania and Pittsburgh Can Win the Data...

TechVibe Pittsburgh ·

2026/04/05

Are data centers really creating jobs in Pennsylvania and the Pittsburgh Region? Brian Kennedy of the Pittsburgh Technology Council joins TechVibe to unpack the new Data Center and Energy study and reveal why the answer is much bigger than most people think. This conversation explores how Pennsylvania is positioned to win across the full value chain by building and hosting data centers, producing power, and manufacturing critical components for the grid and digital infrastructure. Kennedy shares

en

05:22

Pittsburgh Drafts Innovation: Astrobotic is...

TechVibe Pittsburgh ·

2026/04/05

Most companies aim for growth. Astrobotic is aiming for the moon — quite literally. For nearly two decades, this Pittsburgh-based space company has been building the technology to make lunar exploration not just possible, but practical. And with its upcoming Griffin lander mission, that vision is about to take a giant leap forward. Set to launch aboard a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket, Griffin will deliver a massive rover to the moon's south pole — one of the most scientifically and economically

en

28:20

HEBI Robotics: The Pittsburgh Company Demystifying...

TechVibe Pittsburgh ·

2026/03/31

Could the future of robotics look less like science fiction and more like a really powerful toolbox? In this episode, TechVibe teams up with Fireside Chats to explore HEBI Robotics. The team at HEBI Robotics shares how it is making robot-building faster, simpler, and far more practical through modular technology designed to help innovators solve real problems. HEBI's mission is to "make it easier to build robots," and that vision is opening doors in industrial settings, advanced prototyping, and

en

04:03

PA Data Center Summit: The Blue-Collar Backbone of...

TechVibe Pittsburgh ·

2026/03/30

What does the AI and data center boom look like from the skilled trades? Shawn Steffey of the Boilermakers makes the case that none of this future gets built without the people who build energy infrastructure in the first place. He talks about Pennsylvania's long leadership in electricity generation, the role of union labor and the building trades, and why the Commonwealth needs a serious bipartisan energy plan if it wants to seize this moment. This is a passionate conversation about careers,

en

04:47

PA Data Center Summit: Can Pennsylvania Capture More...

TechVibe Pittsburgh ·

2026/03/30

Randy Vulakovich breaks down one of the summit's clearest takeaways: Pennsylvania is already in the data center game, but it has not yet captured the full opportunity. Based on the newly released study, he explains how the Commonwealth is already producing power and manufacturing critical equipment, but still needs to win more of the actual data center development itself. The conversation covers Pennsylvania's "three-legged stool" opportunity, the challenge of local approvals, and why community

en

04:57

PA Data Center Summit: Babst Calland's Justine...

TechVibe Pittsburgh ·

2026/03/30

Justine Kasznica of Babst Calland explains why the "Empire of Lights" story is about far more than data center hype. She joins TechVibe to talk about the powerful manufacturing base behind Pennsylvania's AI opportunity, the Westinghouse and Tesla legacy still shaping the region, and why companies like Eos, Eaton, Hitachi, Mitsubishi, and Emerson matter so much in the larger picture. She also gets into the two issues that could define Pennsylvania's success: grid reliability and speed. It is a smart

en

08:28

PA Data Center Summit: Undersecretary Alex...

TechVibe Pittsburgh ·

2026/03/30

What does America's AI race look like from the U.S. Department of Energy? At the PA Data Center and Energy Innovation Summit, Acting Under Secretary of Energy Alex Fitzsimmons joins TechVibe to talk about why energy and AI are now inseparable, how the Marcellus Shale changed the nation's energy position, and why speed-to-power is becoming a defining competitive advantage. He also explains how the administration is thinking about ratepayer protection, domestic energy abundance, and the role regions

en

05:24

PA Data Center Summit: Eos Energy's Michelle...

TechVibe Pittsburgh ·

2026/03/30

How do batteries help solve one of the biggest bottlenecks in AI and data center growth? Michelle Buczkowski of Eos Energy breaks down how long-duration storage can smooth power demand, reduce congestion, and support the kind of fast, flexible energy response modern data centers need. S he explains why Eos is building in Pittsburgh, how its zinc-based battery technology differs from conventional options, and why safety, stackability, and speed matter so much in the real world. It is a sharp look at

en

07:07

PA Data Center Summit: Donwil's Chris Massetti on...

TechVibe Pittsburgh ·

2026/03/30

Chris Massetti of Donwil brings a ground-level perspective to the AI infrastructure boom, explaining why data centers have always been an energy story as much as a technology story. In this conversation, he reflects on Donwil's 60-year history in the data center business, why AI is only increasing the need for power and cooling, and how Pennsylvania can compete more aggressively with states like Ohio. He also talks about the rise of liquid cooling, the service jobs being created around AI

en

22:00

Can Pittsburgh Lead the Data Center Economy? Audrey...

TechVibe Pittsburgh ·

2026/03/22

What if the next great tech boom in Pittsburgh isn't being coded in a startup… but powered by electrons, infrastructure, and the invisible backbone of data? In this episode of TechVibe Radio, Audrey Russo, CEO of the Pittsburgh Technology Council, pulls back the curtain on her latest TEQ Magazine President's Note—where energy, data centers, and innovation collide to shape the region's next economic chapter. Drawing on Pittsburgh's unique mix of legacy energy assets and emerging tech strength, Russo

en

11:32

Pittsburgh to Dublin: The New Flight Connecting Tech,...

TechVibe Pittsburgh ·

2026/03/16

What if Pittsburgh's next big connection to the world starts with a single flight to Dublin? In this episode, we sit down with Bill Byrne, Senior Vice President of Global Sales at Aer Lingus, to explore why the new direct Pittsburgh–Dublin route is more than just a convenient flight. It's a gateway connecting Pittsburgh's booming tech ecosystem with Ireland's innovation hubs and the broader European market. Bill shares the decade-long story behind bringing this route to life and why the timing is

en

22:01

A Pittsburgh Technology Entrepreneur's 30-Year...

TechVibe Pittsburgh ·

2026/03/08

What does it take to build a technology company that lasts nearly 30 years and still feels like day one? On this episode of TechVibe Radio, Pittsburgh Technology Council's Jonathan Kersting and CEO Audrey Russo sit down with Lou Camerlengo, co-founder of fivestar*, to unpack a three-decade journey in custom software development, leadership, and purpose-driven entrepreneurship. From launching fivestar* in 1997 to joining the Revision Collective, Lou shares how building "custom homes" for enterprise

en

38:43

From Lidar to Leadership: How Neil Churman Is Scaling...

TechVibe Pittsburgh ·

2026/03/03

What does designing airfields for the Wright Brothers have in common with AI-powered data centers and digital twins? More than you think. In this episode, Woolpert CEO Neil Churman shares how a 115-year-old engineering firm has evolved into a global leader in geospatial technology, AI, infrastructure design, and data center development — with its global AI innovation hub right here in Pittsburgh. Neil walks through: How Woolpert uses lidar and AI to prevent landslides and protect critical

en

22:01

Making AI Actionable: Pittsburgh's HIKE2 Talks...

TechVibe Pittsburgh ·

2026/03/01

What does it really take to turn artificial intelligence from hype into real-world impact for your business? In this episode of TechVibe, Amanda Wodzenski, founder and CEO of HIKE2, shares how she built a fast-growing consulting firm that helps organizations navigate AI, compliance, and digital transformation without losing their human edge. You'll hear how HIKE2 evolved from a small startup into a national player, why regulated industries need a different approach to innovation, and what leaders

en

22:01

Think!AI Summit: Inside TeleTracking and Palantir's...

TechVibe Pittsburgh ·

2026/02/22

On a stage framed by ambition and algorithms at the 2026 Think!AI Summit, two unlikely allies laid out a vision for the future of healthcare. One came from the world of hospital logistics and workflow. The other from elite data science and large-scale analytics. Together, leaders from TeleTracking Technologies and Palantir Technologies argued that the next great healthcare breakthrough would not be a miracle drug, but a smarter system. Moderated by Audrey Russo, the keynote brought together

en

19:38

Pittsburgh Workforce Advantage: How Wolfe, LLC Is...

TechVibe Pittsburgh ·

2026/02/20

In this episode of The Workforce Advantage, host Lelia Broughton sits down with Renata Silva, Vice President of Human Resources at Wolfe, LLC, the Pittsburgh-based gifting company behind brands like PerfectGift.com, Gift Card Granny, GiftYa, and Giving Kind. Renata takes listeners inside Wolfe's mission to reinvent the gifting industry. She explains how the company's innovative Card-Linked Gifting technology connects gifts directly to a recipient's credit or debit card, helping eliminate unused

en

22:01

Empowering Pittsburgh Youth Through Technology: STEM...

TechVibe Pittsburgh ·

2026/02/08

What does it take to prepare kids for lifelong learning and exciting careers in technology? Dive into this inspiring episode of TechVibe Radio where hosts Audrey Russo and Jonathan Kersting sit down with Melissa Fuller and Jason Hivner of STEM Coding Lab—an organization transforming the future of education through STEM-focused learning. There are so many great reasons to listen: Lifelong Learning: Discover how STEM Coding Lab encourages students to become creators and not just passive users of

en

28:35

Admirra: Pittsburgh Couple Build SaaS Platform to...

TechVibe Pittsburgh ·

2026/02/06

How can technology revolutionize mental health care, making it more accessible and seamless for both clients and providers? In this episode of TechVibe, we dive deep with Wendy McSparren and John Mihalik, the brilliant co-founders of Admirra, a SaaS platform tailored for mental health practices. Wendy and John share their inspiring journey of entrepreneurship, balancing personal and professional lives, and the challenges of building a company that's solving real-world problems. Why listen? Learn

en

222 results

Similar Podcasts

Lead With AI

Tamara Nall

Reflections

Livewire Labs

Adversary Universe Podcast

CrowdStrike

The Neural Daily

Neural Network Media

The CEO Retort with Tim El-Sheikh

Athmetric