Best Semiconductor Test Podcasts (2025)

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S05-E10 Jose is a technician at KNI 22:21

9d ago22:21

22:21

Jose, a technician at the Kavli Nanoscience Institute (KNI) at Caltech, discusses his role in microfabrication, using equipment like ellipsometers and atomic force microscopes. He describes his daily routine, including wearing a bunny suit for safety. Jose shares his educational journey, starting from Pasadena City College, and his plans to transfe…

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S05-E09 Justin is a test engineer at Entegris 15:50

23d ago15:50

15:50

Justin, a test engineer at Entegris in Prior Lake, Minnesota, discusses his career progression from working as technician to becoming an engineer. As a test engineer, Justin tests materials and designs using metrology and microscopy. Previously, Justin worked as an applications technician at Optima, where he demonstrated aerosol jet technology to c…

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S05-E08 Logan is a Quality Tech 3 at Renewal by Andersen 17:28

1M ago17:28

17:28

Logan is a Quality Tech 3 at Renewal by Anderson in Ellsworth, Wisconsin. Logan highlights career development opportunities at Anderson, including promotions to technologist positions. Logan notes that technicians can earn around $25 an hour and can secure benefits like 401(k) plans and PTO. Logan contrasts his experience at a large company with hi…

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S05-E07 Ani is an intern at the Cal Tech Nano Lab 24:13

2M ago24:13

24:13

Ani, an intern at Caltech's KNI clean room, discusses her role in nanotechnology fabrication. Ani trained on various machines, including the Orion metal deposition equipment and an ellipsometer. Ani emphasizes the importance of protective gear and the challenges of working in a loud environment. She recounts her first day and the impact of the Cali…

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S05-E06 Ian is a maintenance technician at Polar Semiconductor 16:44

2M ago16:44

16:44

Ian, a maintenance technician at Polar Semiconductor in Cottage Grove, Minnesota, discusses his career path and work as a maintenance technician. Ian troubleshoots equipment and tools, including those for low-pressure chemical vapor deposition (LP CVD) at high temperatures. Ian transitioned from running his own business to becoming a technician aft…

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S05-E05 Gabriel is a Field Service Engineer at Applied Materials 20:14

3M ago20:14

20:14

Gabriel is a field service engineer at Applied Materials in Hillsboro, Oregon. In this episode, Gabriel discusses his career path. He attended the Early College High School Program, focusing on microelectronics technology automation. Gabriel works inside Intel's Ronler Acres campus, troubleshooting and maintaining semiconductor equipment. Gabriel a…

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The Metaverse Matrix: Transforming Semiconductors with Digital Twins 47:26

3M ago47:26

47:26

Join us on "Advantest Talks Semi" as we explore the transformative impact of the industrial metaverse with Don Ong and his guest, Sanjeev Kumar. Sanjeev Kumar is a Silicon Valley entrepreneur and advisor specializing in enterprise AI, data management, tech-bio, and industrial automation. With over seven years of investment experience, he has worked…

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S05-E04 Matt is a Senior Research Technician 13:40

3M ago13:40

13:40

Matt is a senior research technician at the University of Kentucky's Institute of Sustainable Manufacturing. He shares his career path, starting from Somerset Community College, where he earned a 3D printing technician certificate, to working at Blue Origin in Washington State and then returning to Kentucky. Matt emphasizes the importance of proble…

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S05-E03 Eldon is an Additive Manufacturing Project Specialist 30:12

4M ago30:12

30:12

Eldon shares his journey from high school in McCreary County, Kentucky, to his current role as an Additive Manufacturing Project Specialist at Somerset Community College. Eldon initially pursued a 3D printing certificate at Somerset Community College, which prepared him for a technician role at Fast Radius. Despite initial challenges, including mov…

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Data Management Frontiers: Navigating the Semiconductor Landscape with Joe Addiego of Brave Capital 39:16

4M ago39:16

39:16

Join us on "Advantest Talks Semi" as we explore the critical importance of data management in the semiconductor industry with our guest, Joe Addiego. Joe Addiego is a seasoned operating executive and investor with over 20 years of operating experience in technology. His executive leadership contributed to two successful Initial Public Offerings (IP…

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S05-E02 Arman is a technician at Excelitas 17:00

5M ago17:00

17:00

Arman is a fabrication technician at Excelitas in Boulder, Colorado. Arman moved from Santa Clarita, California, and now earns around $50,000 annually. He grinds and polishes lenses for various applications, including commercial and military uses. Arman emphasizes the importance of detail, communication, and teamwork in his role. He transitioned fr…

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TechInsight Semiconductor Industry Outlook 2025 and Beyond 56:52

5M ago56:52

56:52

Join us for a captivating conversation with Andrea Lati from TechInsight as we unpack the transformative forces shaping the semiconductor industry. Andrea Lati is the Director of Market Research at TechInsights Inc. Since joining the company in 2001, Andrea has been managing and developing forecasting models as well as performing market analysis an…

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Are Silicon Photonics the Only Way Forward in Semiconductors? 32:59

6M ago32:59

32:59

Silicon photonics is not just a buzzword—it's the future of the semiconductor industry, and we're here to uncover its secrets with Dr. Lee Chee Wai. Dr. Lee Chee Wei is a distinguished expert in silicon photonics integration, boasting an extensive career spanning over 18 years. Holding a PhD in Photonics Integration from Nanyang Technological Unive…

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Beyond Black Boxes: Meet AI that Justifies Its Choices 54:40

8M ago54:40

54:40

Unlock the secrets of AI innovation with our esteemed guest, Jem Davies, non-executive director at Literal Labs. Jem shares his transition from Arm to Literal Labs, revealing how the revolutionary Tsetlin machine sets new benchmarks in efficiency, power usage, and processing speed. Jem is a highly experienced business leader and technologist having…

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S05-E01 Emily worked with NASA, the White House, and is now at Intel 34:13

9M ago34:13

34:13

In this episode of Talking Technicians, you’ll meet Emily, a facilities engineer at Intel. Emily shares her journey from community college to a full-time engineering role, discussing her experiences in the clean room, the challenges she faced as a woman in engineering, and the importance of soft skills and networking in her career. She emphasizes t…

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How to Advance Chip Design with Digital Twins and EDA 31:13

10M ago31:13

31:13

Transform your understanding of semiconductor design and testing with the latest episode of Advantest Talks Semi. We are thrilled to introduce our new co-host, Don Ong, and welcome Ron Press, and Marc Hutner, from Siemens as they share groundbreaking insights into Electronic Design Automation (EDA). Ron Press is the Senior Director for Technology E…

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S04-E10 Josh is a Technician at Analog Devices 17:29

11M ago17:29

17:29

In this episode of Talking Technicians, you’ll meet Josh, a technician at Analog Devices in San Jose, California. Hear about Josh's background, his experience working at Analog Devices, and the opportunities for growth and benefits in the industry. Josh shares his journey from starting in an automotive shop to working in the microelectronics indust…

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Why your next Smartphone will be AI-powered: A Look at Mobile Semiconductor Trends with Yole Group 47:36

11M ago47:36

47:36

How is the semiconductor industry evolving in the face of global market trends and technological advancements? Today, we are thrilled to welcome Pierre Cambou to our podcast. Pierre serves as the Principal Analyst for Global Semiconductors at Yole Group. With a rich background that includes founding a semiconductor startup and roles at notable comp…

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S04-E09 Kendall is a Technician at Indium 30:01

12M ago30:01

30:01

Kendall, a technician at Indium, shares the experience working in the manufacturing industry and the journey to becoming a technician. Kendall discusses the role of Indium as a materials refiner and supplier to the electronics and semiconductor markets. Kendall describes daily tasks operating a rolling mill and the various alloys produced at Indium…

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Semiconductor Manufacturing and GlobalFoundries: How Essential Chips Drive Tech Innovations beyond 2024 1:03:04

1y ago1:03:04

1:03:04

Unlock the secrets behind Global Foundries' ascent to semiconductor supremacy and find out how a colossal $1.5 billion boost from the US CHIPS Act is setting the stage for technological innovation. Our guests, John Carulli, Ken Butler, and Shinji Hioki, join us from the frontlines of chip manufacturing to share their expertise on what it takes to b…

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S04-E08 Jamel is a Technician at TEL 16:39

1y ago16:39

16:39

Jamel is a Technician at Tokyo Electron, also called TEL in Hillsboro, OR outside of Portland. Jamel was part of the Vet S.T.E.P. program that helps military service members transition into the civilian sector. Jamel talks about how the skills and practices he learned and used in the military can be transferred and employed as a technician in the s…

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Semiconductors and Chris Miller’s Chip War: The Global Battle over the Future of AI 47:17

1y ago47:17

47:17

Prepare to be enthralled by Chris Miller, the esteemed author of "Chip War," as he joins us to unravel the complexities of AI's impact on the semiconductor industry. We tackle the monumental task of rethinking computing efficiency in the face of supercomputers and data centers that gulp power like never before. Chris illuminates the path ahead, whe…

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S04-E07 Alberto is a Manufacturing Equipment Technician at Wolfspeed 20:09

1y ago20:09

20:09

Alberto is a Manufacturing Equipment Technician at Wolfspeed in Marcy, NY. Alberto talks about how his work in the US AirForce and the Vet S.T.E.P. program prepared him to work as a technician in the semiconductor industry. Aberto highlights how some technical skills he learned in the military are transferable to the civilian sector. Hear about the…

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S04-E06 Stephen is a Manufacturing Equipment Technician at Intel 17:12

1+ y ago17:12

17:12

Stephen is a Manufacturing Equipment Technician (MET) at Intel in Hillsboro, Oregon. Stephen discusses his journey from Minneapolis to working at Intel and shares insights into his day-to-day responsibilities involving the maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment used in semiconductor manufacturing. Stephen talks about shift schedules, salary r…

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2024-2025 Semiconductor Industry Outlook with TechInsights 24:25

1+ y ago24:25

24:25

Prepare to be illuminated by the insights of Risto Puhakka from TechInsights as he joins us to map out the semiconductor industry's explosive growth, driven by the thunderous influence of AI. During our adventure through CES 2024, we bear witness to AI's pervasive touch, from robotics and healthcare to the sizzling innovations in micro LED technolo…

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S04-E05 Lincoln is a technician in the semiconductor industry 22:18

1+ y ago22:18

22:18

Lincoln is a technician working in the semiconductor industry. Lincoln was in the armed services, then went to community college and enrolled in an electrical engineering technology program. He now has experience working as a technician at two different semiconductor companies in the Portland, OR area. Hear about Lincoln’s experience in this episod…

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The Future of Yield and Data Analytics: An Inside Look with yieldHUB 25:13

1+ y ago25:13

25:13

Brace yourself for an exhilarating deep-dive into the labyrinth of semiconductor technology and yield management in this fascinating episode with John O'Donnell and Carl Moore from yieldHUB. John has a degree in Microelectronics from UCC (University College Cork) and spent more than 17 years at a leading semiconductor company before starting yieldH…

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S04-E04 Ethan is a technician that supports other technicians at Intel 18:19

1+ y ago18:19

18:19

Ethan is a HPM technician at Intel in Hillsboro, OR outside Portland. HPM technicians at Intel support other technicians that work at Intel. Hear about how Ethan went from working in the hospitality industry to long-term career in the semiconductor industry. Ethan talks about his work, what it feels like working in a semiconductor factory (a fab), …

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S04-E03 Laury is a Senior Control Engineer at Albireo Energy 29:32

1+ y ago29:32

29:32

Laury is a Senior Control Engineer at Albireo Energy in Northern Virginia. Laury is passionate about her career. In this episode here about what working in a data center is like and how you can join this exciting career. At the end of the episode, listen to what Laury has to say about encouraging women to work in technical careers. Laury’s work is …

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S04-E02 Janaki is a technician at Analog Devices 16:56

1+ y ago16:56

16:56

Janaki is a Equipment Engineering Technician at Analog Devices in Beaverton, OR outside Portland. Janaki had a career in small business, but needed to make a change. Hear how Janaki transitioned to working in the semiconductor industry by enrolling in Portland Community College’s Microelectronics Program. The Talking Technicians podcast is produced…

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S04-E01 Michelle is a thin film vacuum technician 17:00

1+ y ago17:00

17:00

Michelle is a lead thin film vacuum technician at MKS Instruments at the Richardson Gratings Lab in Rochester, NY. Michelle started out working as an operator, then gained additional skills by enrolling in a vacuum technician certificate program at Normandale Community College. Hear Michelle’s story about how she took her career to the next level. …

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The Revolutions and Repercussions of the Semiconductor Industry 27:21

1+ y ago27:21

27:21

In this episode of Advantest Talks Semi we demystify the complex interplay of semiconductors and the automotive sector. Buckle up as we navigate this intricate landscape with Malcolm Penn, the CEO of Future Horizons. From deep-diving into the cyclical nature of the semiconductor industry to early signs of industry recovery, Malcolm illuminates the …

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Electrifying the Automotive Future: Power Semiconductors in the EV Revolution 20:17

2y ago20:17

20:17

Are you ready to supercharge your knowledge on the electrifying transformation of the automotive semiconductor industry? Fasten your seat belts for a high-octane conversation with Fabio Marino, managing director at CREA at Advantest in Italy and a trailblazer, as we drive through the accelerating shift towards green energy. We’ll be zooming in on t…

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S03-E11 Mario has an internship at Intel 26:44

2y ago26:44

26:44

Mario secured an internship at Intel. Mario worked on submarines in the Navy. When he left the Navy, he needed a new career. Hear how Mario made the decision to work as an engineering technician intern and how his company is helping with his degree and coursework at community college. Mario’s story is inspirational and shows one of the different ba…

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S03-E10 Jason is a technician at Intel 34:03

2y ago34:03

34:03

Jason works as a technician at Intel. Jason worked as a freelance videographer, but wanted a more stable profession. He graduated from a 2-year community college program and secured a job in the semiconductor industry at Intel. Hear how Jason’s career as a technician has grown and how Intel supports his professional growth. The Talking Technicians …

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Advantest, proteanTecs, and PDF Solutions harness AI power for yield, quality, and reliability 30:51

2y ago30:51

30:51

Advantest, proteanTecs, and PDF Solutions are teaming up to develop solutions that improve semiconductor manufacturing yield, reliability, and quality. Advantest has created a real-time data infrastructure (RTDI), called ACS that transforms testing. proteanTecs is pioneering deep data analytics for advanced electronics monitoring, while PDF Solutio…

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S03-E09 Jose works at Genentech 16:56

2y ago16:56

16:56

Jose works at Genentech. Jose grew up in the Bay Area and went from working in restaurants to a career in biotechnology. Hear about how Jose enrolled in a community college program, completed an internship and now has a career at one of the biggest biotech companies. Jose talks about what he is most passionate about at work and how you can work tow…

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S03-E08 Sofia works at Genetech 20:31

2y ago20:31

20:31

Sofia is a Lab Services and Media Prep Technician at Genetech. Hear how Sophia went from a degree in world languages to a community college biotech program. Sophia shares her story and journey in this episode and has advice for folks who want to transition careers and start work as a technician. The Talking Technicians podcast is produced by MNT-EC…

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The Future of Display Technology: Micro LED Revolution 13:40

2y ago13:40

13:40

In this episode of Advantest Talks Semi, we dive into the world of Micro LED technology, a cutting-edge display innovation set to transform the way we interact with digital content. Join host Keith and expert Kotaro Hasegawa from Advantest (Applied Research & Venture Team Lab leader in Japan) as they discuss the evolution of display technology, the…

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Interview with ChatGPT: Find out if it knew semiconductors like the back of its circuit! 24:25

2+ y ago24:25

24:25

In this electrifying episode of the latest podcast, our virtual guest ChatGPT takes us on a thrilling journey through the world of semiconductors. Discover the fascinating uses of these tiny components in a variety of industries and learn how ChatGPT navigates the delicate balance between performance and reliability to ensure the safety and efficie…

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S03-E07 Olga works at Tenaya Therapeutics 23:53

2+ y ago23:53

23:53

Olga works at Tenaya Therapeutics. Hear how Olga earned an associates degree from a community college biotechnology program to secure a well-paying job that impacts health and helps people. Olga talks about her work, the hardest part of community college, and has advice for folks just starting their careers. The Talking Technicians podcast is produ…

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S03-E06 David works at NanoScience Instruments 22:02

2+ y ago22:02

22:02

David works at NanoScience Instruments. Hear how David went from working with computers to working with advanced nanotechnology characterization and fabrication instruments. David talks about how important completing a 1-year certificate from Rio Salado Community College was to his professional journey. The Talking Technicians podcast is produced b…

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Navigating the Semiconductor Slowdown: Insights on the Industry in 2023 24:04

2+ y ago24:04

24:04

Get the inside scoop on the slowdown in the semiconductor industry and what to expect in 2023 with our distinguished guest, Malcolm Penn, CEO of Future Horizons, and one of the most experienced experts in the semiconductor industry. In this episode of ‘Advantest Talks Semi’ we dive into the forecasted contraction of the semiconductor industry, the …

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S03-E05 Ginny works for Serviceminder 29:15

2+ y ago29:15

29:15

Ginny works remotely for a company called Serviceminder. Ginny explains her journey from community college to working in the tech industry. Hear how both technical skills and interpersonal skills are important in Ginny’s work. Ginny also talks about her experience at community college and how it shaped her career. The Talking Technicians podcast is…

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Extreme Ultraviolet (EUV) lithography: Going beyond 2nm 24:02

2+ y ago24:02

24:02

Producing the world's most complex and advanced semiconductors isn't rocket science; it's far more difficult and getting tougher. For example, today's most advanced AI devices are made using a 5nm process. 5nm, which in layperson's terms, is equivalent in size to two DNA strands. Imagine somehow placing billions of strands of DNA in an exact and el…

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S03-E04 Heather started her own company 19:15

2+ y ago19:15

19:15

Heather worked in IT after community college then decided to start her own business using no-code / low-code tools. Hear what it’s like to run your own business after earning a community college degree. Heather talks about the technical and soft skills she uses to run her business and bring value to her clients. Heather’s journey is inspiring and s…

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S03-E03 Tiffany changed careers to work in technology 20:04

2+ y ago20:04

20:04

Tiffany changed careers by enrolling in a community college technology program. Now Tiffany works at Nomadic, which specializes in digital marketing and software development. Tiffany highlights how “soft skills” are important in the technology industry and advises students to explore their career opportunities. Hear Tiffany’s story in this episode …

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S03-E02 Andrew and Miko work in biotechnology 21:09

2+ y ago21:09

21:09

Talking Technicians goes to a hackathon! In this special episode of Talking Technicians, we’ve collaborated with the 2022 Antibody Engineers Hackathon which is funded by a grant from the National Science Foundation’s Advanced Technological Education program (DUE 2055036). The episode was recorded as part of the Hackathon. You’ll hear from two biote…

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S03-E01 Kendra Works in IT 27:46

2+ y ago27:46

27:46

Kendra works as an IT tech at a community college in Asheville, NC. Kendra wanted a change and enrolled in a community college program in web and graphic design. This led to her current role as an IT technician. Hear Kendra’s story and how her work involves more than computers and tech. The Talking Technicians podcast is produced by MNT-EC, the Mic…

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More than Moore or More Moore? Here is what’s next! 37:05

2+ y ago37:05

37:05

What's Next in the Future of High-Performance Computing? In this episode, experts will discuss the plans for the coming era of computing and will reveal how the semiconductor industry is continuously evolving to address the looming high performance compute challenges -- moving us beyond Moore's Law. Listen in as John Shalf, Department Head for Comp…

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