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The Techne Connect

The Techne Connect Podcast. Behind the tech. Ahead of the curve. From racetracks to rocket labs, battlefield tech to battery breakthroughs; we dive into the world’s most exciting industries to uncover the real stories behind innovation.Each week, we talk to the engineers, thinkers, and trailblazers building the future of mobility, defense, energy, space, data, and more. No fluff, just bold ideas, raw insights, and the kind of inspiration that fuels the next generation of tech talent.Speak to us

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59:50

Ricardo Garcia, Software Manager at Continental...

The Techne Connect ·

2025/09/09

Behind the wheel: Ricardo Garcia, Software Manager at Continental Automotive (soon to be AUMOVIO)In this episode of The Techne Connect, Ricardo Garcia, a seasoned engineering leader at Continental, shares his 18-year journey through the automotive industry. From starting as a technical engineer to leading software development and managing cross-functional teams, Ricardo offers a candid look into the evolution of automotive lighting, the role of AI, and the human side of engineering growth.Listeners

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44:07

Sebastian Moitzheim, CTO at Powall

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2025/09/09

Behind the Power: Sebastian Moitzheim, CTO of PowallIn this episode of The Techne Connect, Sebastian Moitzheim, CTO of Powall, shares his journey from academic research to leading a cutting-edge battery technology startup. With a background in life sciences and nanotechnology, Sebastian reflects on the transition from theory to application, the role of AI in accelerating research, and the importance of blending technical expertise with commercial awareness.Listeners will discover:How kitesurfing

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48:35

Prateek Mehta, Acceleration Lead at Mitra Chem

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2025/09/09

Behind the Power: Prateek Mehta, Acceleration Lead at Mitra ChemIn this episode of The Techne Connect, Prateek shares his journey from studying chemical engineering in India to leading a cutting-edge team at MitraChem, a battery materials startup in California. We dive into his path from academia to industry, exploring the leadership challenges and opportunities that come with building in the fast-moving world of clean tech.Prateek reflects on how blending diverse ideas and tools is essential to

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52:19

Richard LeCain, CTO at UKBIC

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2025/09/09

Behind the Power: Richard LeCain, CTO at UKBICIn this episode of The Techne Connect, we sit down with Richard LeCain, CTO of the UK Battery Industrialisation Centre (UKBIC), to explore the dynamic world of battery technology, industrialization, and team leadership. From his early days in chemical engineering to pioneering lithium iron phosphate commercialization at A123 Systems, Richard shares a candid and insightful journey through the evolving battery landscape.Listeners will discover:The human

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37:04

Andre Gronke, Head of Global Engineering at Farasis...

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2025/09/09

Behind the Power: Andre Gronke, Head of Global Engineering at Farasis EnergyIn this episode of The Techne Connect, we sit down with André Gronke, Head of Engineering Project Management and Technical Acquisition at Farasis Energy Europe.With over a decade of experience in battery technology, from his early days at Mercedes to leadership roles at A123 Systems and now Farasis, André shares his journey through technical disciplines, systems engineering, and building high-performing teams.Listeners will

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1:01:26

Jason Coon, Founder & Principal Consultant

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2025/09/09

Behind the Yoke: Jason Coon, Founder & Principal Consultant and Former VP of Systems, Software and Intergration at ArcherIn this episode of The Techne Connect, aerospace engineer Jason Coon takes us through his career journey; from early interests to leadership in the fast-evolving eVTOL sector.Jason shares his perspective on how teamwork, diversity, and innovation fuel progress in aerospace, while addressing the challenges of certification and public acceptance. He also offers advice for

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34:55

Gorazd Gotovac, CTO of Elaphe

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2025/09/09

Behind the Wheel: Gorazd Gotovac, CTO of ElapheIn this episode of The Techne Connect, we speak with Gorazd Gotovac, CTO of Elaphe, about his journey from mathematical physics to leading innovations in in-wheel motor technology.Gorazd shares insights on building from a vision, aligning teams for breakthrough results, and why mobility’s future will be shaped by both engineering excellence and human connection.Thank you for listening to The Techne Connect Podcast - where we go behind the tech and ahead

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50:01

Yateendra Deshpande, Co-Founder at Conifer

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2025/09/09

Behind the Vision: Yateendra Deshpande, Co-Founder at ConiferIn this episode of The Techne Connect, Conifer's Yateendra Deshpande shares the leap from high-pressure engineering roles into founding a startup pioneering sustainable ferrite-magnet motors.We explore his early influences, lessons from Apple and Lucid, the risks of entrepreneurship, and why staying true to your mission matters.Thank you for listening to The Techne Connect Podcast - where we go behind the tech and ahead of the curve.But we

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58:11

Dennis Yu, Director of Hardware & Systems Engineering...

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2025/09/09

Behind the Power: Dennis Yu, Director of Hardware & Systems Engineering at Liminal Insights Inc.In this episode of The Techne Connect, we talk to Dennis Yu, Director of Hardware & Systems Engineering at Liminal, a startup using ultrasound to transform battery quality inspection.Dennis shares his unconventional path from trade school to UC Berkeley to helping deploy novel metrology tools inside a Gigafactory. We talk about the challenges of scaling tech, managing teams, and hiring with

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59:31

Daniel Evans, Former Senior Manager of Research and...

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2025/09/09

Behind the Power: Daniel Evans, Former Senior Manager of Research and DevelopmentIn this episode of The Techne Connect, we talk with Dan Evans, Former Senior Manager of Research and Development at Alsym Energy, about what it takes to lead battery R&D in a high-stakes, high-growth environment.Dan shares his unconventional path from zeolite synthesis to aqueous battery innovation, and why making non-flammable, cost-effective batteries for stationary storage might be the most urgent challenge of

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36:12

Ninni Hed, Senior Manager, Software & Electronics at...

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2025/09/09

Behind the Power: Ninni Hed, Senior Manager, Software & Electronics at BorgWarner Inc.In this episode of The Techne Connect, we sit down with Ninni Hed, Chief Engineer at BorgWarner, whose career journey spans mobile tech, IT infrastructure, and now electrification.Ninni shares how she navigated major transitions; from coaching rival tech teams to leading global battery system strategy, all while creating calm in the chaos. She talks about the importance of curiosity, cross-discipline thinking,

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45:32

Aamir Iqbal Waidha, Head of Research & Development at...

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2025/09/09

Behind the Power: Aamir Iqbal Waidha, Head of Research & Development at theionIn this episode of The Techne Connect, we meet Dr. Aamir Iqbal Waidha, Head of R&D at Thion and a passionate material scientist reshaping the future of energy storage.From growing up in India to leading cutting-edge battery innovation in Berlin, Aamir walks us through his academic path in nanotechnology and solid-state chemistry, the pivotal shift from academia to industry, and the promise of lithium-sulfur

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45:22

Xavier Kohll, CTO & Co-Founder at Circu Li-ion

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2025/09/09

Behind the Power: Xavier Kohll, CTO & Co-Founder at Circu Li-ionIn this episode of The Techne Connect, we speak with Xavier Kohll, CTO and co-founder of Circu Li-ion, whose journey from Swiss research labs to robotic battery dismantling is driving real impact in the clean tech revolution.Xavier shares:🔬 How soft robotics and academic research led to a real-world startup solution⚡ Why Europe’s battery recycling infrastructure needs urgent innovation🤖 How Circulion is using AI and robotics to

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32:06

Thomas Maull, Principal Product Manager - Innovation...

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2025/09/09

Behind the Power: Tom Maull, Technical Strategy Manager at Elysia Battery IntelligenceIn this episode of Behind the Power, we sit down with Tom Maull, Technical Strategy Manager at Elysia Battery Intelligence, whose unconventional career path has taken him from US courtrooms to UK racetracks, and everywhere in between.Tom shares:⚙️ How a career in litigation consulting shaped his systems-thinking mindset🚗 His journey from restoring an '80s sports car to designing real-world EV battery algorithms🔋

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1:00:50

Dan Whittaker, Director of WBE Consulting Ltd.

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2025/09/09

Behind the Wheel: Dan Whittaker, Director of WBE Consulting Ltd.In this episode of The Techne Connect Podcast, we sit down with Dan Whittaker, a seasoned automotive engineer with over 30 years of experience across iconic brands like Bentley, Rolls-Royce, and Aston Martin. Dan shares his journey from aspiring architect to leading electrical and software integration teams in luxury automotive. We explore his thoughts on vehicle ergonomics, the evolution of infotainment systems, the rise of

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41:12

Paolo Bargiacchi, Director of Electrification at...

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2025/09/05

Behind the Wheel: Paolo Bargiacchi, Director of Electrification at Motion Applied (formerly McLaren Applied)In this episode of The Techne Connect, Paolo Bargiacchi shares his journey through the automotive industry; from his early days at Jaguar Land Rover and Bentley to his current role at Motion (McLaren) Applied. With a passion for electrification and product management, Paolo offers insights into the evolving automotive landscape, the challenges of inverter optimization, and the future of

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48:50

Thomas Blazak, Chief Engineer at Proterra

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2025/09/05

Behind the Power: Thomas Blazak, Chief Engineer at ProterraIn this episode of The Techne Connect, Thomas Blazak, Chief Engineer at Proterra, shares his inspiring journey from childhood curiosity to leading battery development for electric buses. With a deep passion for clean technology, mentorship, and cycling, Thomas offers a compelling look into the future of engineering and the collaborative culture driving innovation at Proterra.Listeners will gain insight into:How cycling and community shaped

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55:35

Behind the Entrepreneur: Niclas Lehnert, Co Founder...

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2025/07/31

Had the pleasure of speaking with Niclas Lehnert, co-founder of PULSETRAIN, on the latest episode of the Techne Connect: Behind the Entrepreneur series.We covered: How PulseTrain is extending EV battery life by up to 80%, the powerful combination of hardware + software in battery innovation, the near-bankruptcy moment that almost shut it all down, why mobility is more than just movement - it’s a human need and practical advice for aspiring founders and engineersIf you’re into deep tech, clean

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