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Industrial AI Podcast

Industrial AI Podcast

Robert Weber / Peter Seeberg 347 Episodes Jul 29, 2026

The Industrial AI Podcast reports weekly on the latest developments in AI and machine learning for the engineering, robotics, automotive, process and automation industries. It features interviews with industrial users, scientists, vendors, and startups in the field. Hosted by Peter Seeberg, an Industrial AI consultant, and Robert Weber, a tech journalist, the podcast aims to demystify Industrial AI and machine learning and inspire industrial users.

Episodes

Calling America - Jakub Tomczak reports
Calling America - Jakub Tomczak reports Jul 29, 2026 1450 In this episode, we dig into the recent Anthropic ban and what it signals for the global AI landscape. I connect with Jakob Tomczak to get an insider’s perspective from Silicon Valley and explore how this move impacts European companies, innovation, and the future of AI ecosystems. We also share firsthand impressions of the latest LLMs, debate whether true AI revolutions are on the horizon, and d
Autonomous Data Science!?
Autonomous Data Science!? Jul 22, 2026 2401 In this episode, we dive deep into the world of autonomous AI for data science with Doudou BA, CEO and founder of Octopus. I explore how Octopus is transforming raw data into actionable business decisions using advanced time series foundation models and agentic AI. We discuss the unique reasoning capabilities of Octopus, its intuitive approach for non-technical users, and how it stands apart from
How a chemical engineer built an agentic manufacturing troubleshooting assistant
How a chemical engineer built an agentic manufacturing troubleshooting assistant Jul 15, 2026 2518 In this episode, I sit down with Scott Duncan, a chemical engineer who built an agentic manufacturing troubleshooting assistant – without any coding background. We dive into the real-world challenges of process manufacturing and how AI is transforming the way plant issues are solved. Scott shares his journey from hands-on troubleshooting to leveraging large language models, knowledge graphs, and r
AI-Engineering Workflows
AI-Engineering Workflows Jul 8, 2026 5696 We just returned from three inspiring days at AI in the Alps, and in this episode, we dive into the most exciting breakthroughs and honest challenges facing industrial AI today. I share my firsthand impressions of revolutionary tools like TiRex-2, and we unpack what agentic AI really means for engineering, from breaking down data silos to transforming anomaly detection. Alongside Stefan Suwelack f
TiRex-2 - a multivariate time series foundation model
TiRex-2 - a multivariate time series foundation model Jul 1, 2026 2993 In this episode, I sit down with Levente Zolyomi, a leading PhD researcher at NXAI, to unpack the next evolution in time series AI: TiRex-2. We explore how TiRex-2 builds on its predecessor by handling complex multivariate data and streaming scenarios, opening new frontiers for industrial forecasting. Levente shares the story behind TiRex-2’s architecture, its breakthrough capabilities, and what s
From Sales to Spare Parts - Festo´s AI solutions
From Sales to Spare Parts - Festo´s AI solutions Jun 24, 2026 3172 In this episode, we dive deep into how AI is revolutionizing the entire industrial customer journey. We explore how large language models and digital twins are reshaping everything from initial customer inquiries to spare parts management and predictive maintenance. I’m joined by Jan Seyler and Werner Reichelt from Festo, who share firsthand insights on integrating AI with engineering tools, orche
Industrial AI: From Pilot to Profit
Industrial AI: From Pilot to Profit Jun 17, 2026 2650 Our guest is Boris Scharinger from Siemens. He wrote an interesting book "Industrial AI: From Pilot to Profit" and in this episode, we sit down with him. He is a leading voice in industrial AI and we uncover what it really takes to move from flashy AI pilots to solutions that deliver real value on the shop floor and in product engineering. We dig into the challenges of bridging proof-of-concept an
AI for the Glass Industry
AI for the Glass Industry Jun 3, 2026 1732 In this episode, I sit down with Georg Katzlinger to explore the surprising complexity of the flat glass industry and the unique challenges it faces. We dive into how AI solutions are revolutionizing the way custom glass orders are processed, from deciphering handwritten requests to integrating with legacy ERP systems. Georg shares his journey from engineering to AI entrepreneurship, revealing why
NVIDIA´s Safety Initiative / The unique Volkswagen-Siemens joint venture
NVIDIA´s Safety Initiative / The unique Volkswagen-Siemens joint venture May 27, 2026 4260 In this episode, we dive deep into the promise and pitfalls of industrial AI with hands-on experts from a unique Volkswagen-Siemens joint venture. We challenge the hype around humanoid robots, discuss the practical impact of AI on factory design and operations, and uncover what truly drives value on the shop floor. Our guests share candid insights on scaling AI solutions, the role of synthetic dat
Governed Autonomy: Why Edge AI Needs Guardrails
Governed Autonomy: Why Edge AI Needs Guardrails May 20, 2026 3207 In this episode, I sit down with Steven Yates, CTO and co-founder of Federant, to dive deep into the urgent need for runtime governance in edge AI. Drawing on decades of experience in embedded systems and PLC design, Steven reveals why the shift to the edge demands more than just powerful inference—it requires robust, local authority to keep operations safe when connectivity falters. We unpack rea
Mistral acquires NXAI spin-off Emmi AI / API Calls
Mistral acquires NXAI spin-off Emmi AI / API Calls May 19, 2026 2580 In this episode, we dive deep into the evolving landscape of industrial AI, exploring why simply offering an API is no longer enough for true business value. We reconnect with leading minds behind recent billion-euro deals and discuss the journey from foundational models to real-world industrial impact. Our conversation with Davy Demeyer spotlights the creativity gap in industry, the challenges of
Exclusive News Delay
Exclusive News Delay May 13, 2026 85 It's Thursday morning and I know you're expecting a fresh episode, but today brings a twist—I have exclusive news that can't go live just yet. We're delaying our usual release by one day to bring you something truly special and timely. In the meantime, I invite you to consider joining us at this year's top AI events or reaching out for more information. Thank you for your patience and understandin

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