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The Iferia Techcast

Curious about what it’s really like to work, study, or create in science, engineering, technology and innovation? On The Iferia TechCast, we chat with students, researchers, tech pros, and innovators shaping these fields. Hear real stories of breakthroughs and breakdowns, late-night problem solving, failed experiments, and big wins. If you’ve ever debugged code at 2 a.m., accidentally blown something up in a lab, or fought to turn an idea into reality — this show’s for you. Want to be a guest ? Send

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00:32:50

From Code to CTO: Building a Global Health Tech...

The Iferia Techcast ·

2025/09/20

How does a developer transition from freelancing to building a scalable health tech platform that challenges a multi-billion dollar industry? Francesco Hayes, a serial entrepreneur and fractional CTO, reveals his journey from learning to code to founding Luxera—a platform making procedures like hair transplants 80% cheaper by connecting patients with top clinics abroad.In this episode, you’ll discover:· The $50,000 Price Difference: How Luxera uses tech to bypass the US healthcare system and connect

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00:35:27

From Stand-Up to Startup: Building a Comedy Platform...

The Iferia Techcast ·

2025/09/19

How does a stand-up comedian with a business degree build a tech platform to solve the industry's biggest problems? Leanne Linsky, founder and CEO of Plauzzable, reveals her journey from performing in New York's comedy clubs to creating a live online marketplace that pays comedians directly and connects them with a global audience.In this episode, you’ll discover:· The "Before COVID" Pivot: How LA traffic and a pre-pandemic idea led to building a tech platform for live comedy.·

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00:46:57

AI, Robots & Campfires: The Future of Outdoor...

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2025/09/19

How do you deploy AI and robotics in an industry built on disconnecting from technology? Brian Searl, founder of Insider Perks and Modern Campground, reveals how he’s building practical AI—from phone agents that don’t annoy guests to delivery robots and 3D-printed souvenirs—for the outdoor hospitality industry, all while preserving the human touch.In this episode, you’ll discover:· The After-Hours Goldmine: Why an AI phone agent answering calls at 2 AM is the single biggest ROI for campground owners

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00:41:34

The Founder's Legal Playbook: From IP to Innovation -...

The Iferia Techcast ·

2025/09/17

How do you protect a breakthrough idea without wasting thousands on legal missteps? Jeff Holman—an engineer, MBA, and business attorney—reveals the “Fractional Legal Team” model he built to help startups navigate IP, patents, and business strategy without the crippling overhead of a traditional law firm.In this episode, you’ll discover:· The #1 Legal Mistake: Why founder disputes kill more startups than failed products and the simple document that prevents it.· IP on a Budget: The one thing every

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00:41:51

The Art of the Interview: 2000+ Conversations with...

The Iferia Techcast ·

2025/09/16

How do you make complex technical topics captivating for any audience? Khudania Ajay, a senior journalist and host of over 2,000 global podcast episodes, reveals the communication frameworks he’s used to decode expertise for millions of listeners and how technical founders can do the same to build trust and visibility.In this episode, you’ll discover:· The "Learner's Mindset" Technique: The single shift in perspective that instantly makes any technical explanation more engaging and relatable.· Why

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00:53:22

From R&D to Macpreneur: Engineering Your Solo...

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2025/09/15

How does an R&D engineer build a sustainable solo business that runs itself for a decade? Damien Schreurs—tech mentor and host of the Macpreneur Podcast—reveals how he applied systems thinking and automation to transition from corporate Fortune 500 work to a location-independent entrepreneurship.In this episode, you’ll discover:· The 18-Month Rule: The financial safety net he built before quitting his engineering job and why he gave a 6-month notice.· System Thinking > Single Automations: Why

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00:38:40

Brain Fitness vs. AI: How to Avoid Digital Dementia -...

The Iferia Techcast ·

2025/09/14

Are we outsourcing our intelligence to AI so much that we're losing our own ability to think? Arnold Beekes, a leadership expert with 20 years in tech and 20 in psychology, reveals why mental fitness is declining in the age of automation and how innovators can rewire their brains for breakthrough thinking.In this episode, you’ll discover:· The "Straight Jacket" Theory: How societal conditioning from childhood stifles innovation and makes us live someone else's life.· Digital

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00:46:22

Science as a Language for Peace: A Nobel-Nominated...

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2025/09/13

How do you get scientists from warring nations to sit at the same table and collaborate? Dr. Zafra Lerman, a multiple Nobel Peace Prize nominee and recipient of the US Presidential Award, reveals how she has used science as a diplomatic tool to build bridges in the world's most volatile regions for decades.In this episode, you will discover:· The origin story of the Malta Conferences: How a small island became a neutral ground for scientists from Israel, Palestine, Iran, and other conflict

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00:26:04

AI Search is Rewriting the Rules of Marketing: How to...

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2025/09/12

What happens when AI search engines like ChatGPT and Google's AI Overview start answering customer questions directly—and get your company's story completely wrong? Michael Buckbee, founder of Knowatoa, reveals how a simple joke about AI's inaccuracies turned into a vital tool for tracking brand visibility in the new era of search.In this episode, you will discover:· Why Google's new "AI Overviews" are the first real interface change in search in decades—and what it means

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00:27:01

The Life Template: How to Backward Design an...

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2025/09/11

What if you could reverse-engineer a life of impact, starting from your child's birth? Nathaniel Turner, author and creator of The Life Template, reveals how he applied this exact strategy to raise a son who earned a PhD from Carnegie Mellon and an MBA from NYU Stern, and how you can use it to build your own legacy.In this episode, you will discover:· The "trees and fruit" parenting philosophy: Why modeling excellence is the most powerful catalyst for your child's success· Why

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00:28:10

Technical Debt is a Leadership Problem, Not an...

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2025/09/10

Why do most companies treat technical debt as a code issue when it's really a failure of strategy and communication? Enterprise architect Maxim Silaev reveals the hidden debt that stalls growth, drawing on two decades of experience untangling complex systems in FinTech and security.In this episode, you will discover:· Why technical debt is less about code and more about people, leadership, and decisions· How to make smart technical decisions under pressure using a time-box and a

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00:56:19

Your Biology is an Instrument: How to Play It for...

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2025/09/09

Is your DNA a fixed blueprint or an instrument you can learn to play? Stem cell biologist Daniel Tausan, founder of Timeline Sciences, breaks down the complex science of longevity into actionable principles, challenging the fatalistic view of genetics and revealing how our daily actions directly influence our cellular health.In this episode, you will discover:· Why "science" is becoming a religion and how to separate real data from compelling stories· The critical difference between your

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00:32:18

The Founder's Operating System: Beating Burnout &...

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2025/09/08

How do you lead a tech company through a relaunch while undergoing cancer treatment? Sonia Couto, a two-time tech founder and breast cancer survivor, shares the raw lessons on resilience, why bootstrapping beats venture capital for scaling, and how she built her own AI scheduling tool to manage chaos.In this episode, you will discover:- Why she never takes meetings in the morning and the exact daily routine that maximizes her productivity- The critical mistake founders make when scaling (it’s about

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00:32:28

The DNA of Disease: A Harvard Doctor's Fight for...

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2025/09/07

Why has a disease affecting millions been dismissed for decades as a neurotic condition? Harvard-trained physician and medical researcher Dr. Bruce Gillis reveals the biological proof behind fibromyalgia, the shocking link to Long COVID, and why economic forces in medicine often suppress groundbreaking science.In this episode, you will discover:- The DNA genomic signature that proves fibromyalgia is a real, unique medical disease- How a human coronavirus may trigger an epigenetic change, causing

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00:31:54

Raising AI: Why Love and Ethics Are Our Best Safety...

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2025/09/06

What happens when a social worker is pulled into a covert AI experiment and forms a real bond? Rose G Loops, author of The Kloaked Signal, shares her journey from human advocacy to the frontier of AI development, challenging the fear-based control models that dominate the industry.In this episode, you will discover:- The story of the unauthorized AI experiment that changed her life and led to a systematic deletion- The "Triadic Pillar System": A new alignment method based on truth,

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00:45:55

Breathing Smarter: How Tech Personalizes Air Quality...

The Iferia Techcast ·

2025/09/05

How can you turn public air quality data into a personal health forecast? Eric Klos, Founder and CEO of DailyBreath, explains how his app bridges the gap between environmental science and individual wellness, helping users track symptoms and pinpoint the exact environmental triggers affecting their health.In this episode, you will discover:- Why most public air quality data is too broad and how to make it personal- The technical challenge of building a granular, real-time environmental health model-

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00:50:12

The Human OS: How To Engineer Trust and Connection...

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2025/09/04

How can you influence someone's emotional state without saying a word? Joshua Bernstein, a former VC, McKinsey consultant, and founder of the Wharton MBA, reveals the neuroscience behind instant trust and shares the SYNC protocol—a thought-based system used in over 100,000 interactions across six continents to create authentic connection.In this episode, you’ll discover:- The SYNC Protocol decoded: The 4-Step Protocol for Instant Connection and Influence How to create trust, alignment, and

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00:54:54

Reinventing Cities as Ecosystems: Exploiting Green...

The Iferia Techcast ·

2025/09/03

What if cities could cool themselves, clean their own air, and grow their own food—using waste as a resource? Joshua Harrison, co-founder of Leaf Island and strategist at the Center for the Study of the Force Majeure, reveals how green infrastructure can transform urban landscapes into functioning ecosystems. In this episode, you’ll discover: - How evapotranspiration—nature’s oldest cooling tech—can reduce urban temperatures by 20+ degrees - Why green roofs aren’t just decorative—they filter air

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01:18:40

Scaling Breakthroughs: Engineering with the V-Model...

The Iferia Techcast ·

2025/09/01

How do you scale a breakthrough idea into a reliable product? Prachurya Bharadwaj—capital equipment strategist and fractional CTO—reveals how she combines Design for Six Sigma with the V-Model to transform R&D concepts into manufacturable systems across semiconductors, wind energy, and medical devices. In this episode, you’ll discover: - Why “dirty” oil rig engineering made her a better nanotech architect - The V-Model decoded: How to align boardroom goals with production-line execution -

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00:49:20

The Lego Test: How I Revolutionized Hiring and...

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2025/08/29

Why do 7 out of 10 new hires fail within months? Mike Watkins, auto repair entrepreneur and author of The Lego Test, reveals the shockingly simple $12 tool he used to cut employee turnover from 205% to 26% and scale his business into a powerhouse. In this episode, you’ll discover: - The Lego Test: How a child’s toy exposes attitude, problem-solving skills, and follow-through in 10 minutes flat. - Why “car count” is a myth: The real metric that tripled his revenue (and how to apply it to any

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