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Down the Rabbit Hole

Eric Ebersohl 4 Episodes Jun 18, 2026

A daily podcast exploring all sorts of topics that I am interested in.

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Tiny Brains: Neuromorphic Chips and the Future of Everyday Intelligence Jun 18, 2026 00:05:58 Join Philip Draper and Shauna Brace for a compact, conversational tour of neuromorphic computing—the class of chips that mimic neural dynamics to run AI with far lower power. In this 7‑minute panel episode we unpack three practical things: a clear analogy to understand how neuromorphic hardware differs from conventional CPUs and GPUs; relatable real‑world uses (edge sensors, always‑on audio, ultra

Small Wonders: Quantum Sensors for Everyday Measurement Jun 19, 2026 00:07:08 Quantum sensors are bringing quantum effects out of labs and into practical measurement tools—no deep math required. In this episode Philip and Shauna unpack what a quantum sensor actually measures, how it differs from classical instruments, and three approachable application areas: navigation and timing, medical and bio sensing, and environmental monitoring. We emphasize concrete value—why higher

Analog Revival: Learning Computation with Springs, Op‑Amps, and Water Jun 20, 2026 00:06:44 Analog Revival reframes old techniques—mechanical integrators, RC filters, op‑amp summers—as bite‑sized teaching tools for modern computing intuition. In this 7‑minute panel Philip and Shauna introduce why building and playing with simple analog rigs accelerates understanding of signals, feedback, and optimization without heavy math. We highlight three compact demonstrations you can grasp quickly:

Pocket Labs: Doing Physics with Your Smartphone Sensors Jun 21, 2026 00:05:59 In this concise panel episode Philip and Shauna walk listeners through how the sensors already in their smartphones can become a portable physics lab. We explain what common sensors do (accelerometer, gyroscope, microphone, magnetometer), demonstrate three short experiments you can try in under ten minutes each, and share simple data-collection and analysis tips that respect listeners' limited tim

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