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Soft Robotics Podcast

by Marwa ElDiwiny · English · Tech & Science

Hey! I am Marwa ElDiwiny, the host and creator of the Soft Robotics podcast. I started this podcast for a reason, one of them was to ask the questions I always wanted to ask when I was in the lab and reignite my curiosity by talking to interesting people. I found my purpose in this podcast, I hope i

New episodes: Weekly
Typical length: 53 min
Latest: 10 Oct 2026
Language: English

Latest episode

10 Oct 2026 · 50 min

Unitree’s New Dex5-S Hand + Why Is Digit 5 Shaking?

Unitree’s New Dex5-S Hand + Why Is Digit 5 Shaking? by Marwa ElDiwiny

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5 Oct 2026 · 23 min
My problem with Figure’s F.02 decommissioning
My problem with Figure’s F.02 decommissioning by Marwa ElDiwiny
20 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 10 min
Digit 5: What Are They Not Showing Us?
Digit 5: What Are They Not Showing Us? Agility’s latest Digit demo shows a pretty significant change in the robot’s design. But it also raises a few questions. One of the biggest ones is speed. Speed was never mentioned in their specs. And then there’s that unusually large backpack. Battery? Compute? Cooling? Something else? Digit is also one of the heavier humanoids out there, so it’s worth asking what that means for safety. Scott Walter and I sat down to go through the new design and the footage. One thing we noticed: Digit doesn’t actually take a step in the footage we reviewed. There’s…
6 Sep 2026 · 1 hr 2 min
James Kuffner on Warehouse Robots, Humanoids & the Future of Robotics
I speak with James Kuffner, CTO of Symbotic, about warehouse robotics, humanoids, AI, and what it takes to move robots from impressive demos to real-world deployment. A conversation about the future of robotics and the challenges of building systems that work at scale.
4 Sep 2026 · 58 min
Why Did This Robot Take 7 Years? Matic Robots
Why Did This Robot Take 7 Years? Matic Robots by Marwa ElDiwiny
18 Aug 2026 · 1 hr 7 min
The Case for Three Fingers — Fluidic Tendons vs. Conventional Tendons vs. Direct Drive
The Case for Three Fingers ... Fluidic Tendons vs. Conventional Tendons vs. Direct Drive Scott Walter and I sit down with Vikram Pavate, CEO of Tacta Systems, to dive into their unique approach to designing robotic hands.... including their work on multiple inventions in robotic hand design, their tactile sensing approach, and why they chose a three-finger design. This episode was truly one of the most comprehensive conversations for anyone designing robotic hands.
12 Aug 2026 · 56 min
Matic Robots, Tomorrow’s Reveal + The New Hand of Foundation
Matic Robots, Tomorrow’s Reveal + The New Hand of Foundation Scott Walter and I sat down to talk about the new Hand of Foundation, as well as what’s coming with Matic robots and tomorrow’s reveal.
9 Aug 2026 · 35 min
What if batteries could store more energy, last longer, and be safer?
Humanoid robotics is increasingly bounded by battery life, which directly impacts uptime, operating costs, and ultimately unit economics. Heat is another challenge. Thermal management can add weight and complexity, making battery design even more important. I sat down with Joe Papp, co-founder of Anthro Energy, to talk about their approach to building batteries that can last longer, store more energy, and operate more safely. More about Anthro Energy: https://www.anthroenergy.com/
29 Jul 2026 · 1 hr 3 min
The Humanoid Robotics Race: Who Actually Has a Chance? | Jason Black, VC
Jason Black is a venture investor focused on transformational technologies, with a particular interest in robotics, AI, and frontier markets. He spent nearly a decade at RRE Ventures, where he partnered with founders building companies across deep tech and emerging industries. Known early in his venture career as “the robot guy,” Jason has long been drawn to complex systems and technologies pushing the boundaries of what machines can do. He brings an investor perspective on the future of robotics, including what separates promising humanoid robotics companies from those that ultimately…
18 Jul 2026 · 45 min
Mia Hand: For Humans and Robots
Mia Hand: For Humans & Robots Scott Walter sits down with Francesco Clemente from Prensilia to break down the design of Mia Hand and take a deep dive into its development. https://www.mia-hand.com/en/
5 Jul 2026 · 47 min
He Built a Robot That Performs Acrobatics
Daniel Simu decided to build his own. A self-built robotic acrobat created by interdisciplinary artist and performer Daniel Simu. Blending circus, engineering, and storytelling, this project explores the strange and fascinating relationship between humans and machines. In this episode, we dive into how Acrobot was built, why it exists, and what it means when a robot becomes a performance partner instead of just a tool. Daniel’s work pushes the boundaries of what performance art can be in a post-digital world. https://danielsimu.com/
14 Jun 2026 · 1 hr 20 min
The Man Who Built Robots for 60 Years | Mark Rosheim
The Man Who Built Robots for 60 Years | Mark Rosheim by Marwa ElDiwiny
3 Jun 2026 · 1 hr 23 min
Ghost Circuits: Machines That Think Without Code
What if intelligence doesn’t come from code at all? Thrishantha Nanayakkara, professor of robotics at Imperial College London, explores this idea in Ghost Circuits. The book shows how computation can emerge from physical materials, geometry, and body–environment interactions, suggesting that “thinking machines” may not need traditional software at all. 👉 Amazon: https://amzn.eu/d/02hkjfLp
25 Apr 2026 · 1 hr 17 min
Humanoid Robots Are Still a Body Problem with Jerry Pratt (Persona AI)
Humanoid Robots Are Still a Body Problem with Jerry Pratt (Persona AI) by Marwa ElDiwiny
8 Apr 2026 · 1 hr 36 min
The Rosheim Joint: A Hidden Breakthrough in Wrist Design
Mark E. Rosheim is an American roboticist, engineer, author, and founder/president of Ross-Hime Designs, Inc., a mechanical design and robotics company in Minneapolis. He is best known for his work on anthrobotics, the design of robots with human-like limbs, hands, wrists, and manipulation capabilities, a term he helped pioneer. Rosheim holds numerous patents in robot technology and has developed robotic systems for major clients including NASA, the U.S. Department of Defense, and aerospace firms. He has written several influential books on robotics, such as Robot Evolution: The Development…
1 Apr 2026 · 1 hr 4 min
What AI Robotics Demos Don’t Show: The Missing Piece in AI Robotics
What AI Robotics Demos Don’t Show: The Missing Piece in AI Robotics Sat down with Phil Trubey to talk neuromorphic chips and the holy grail of AI robotics.
25 Mar 2026 · 59 min
Carl Bass: The Origin of AutoCAD & the Future of Design
Carl Bass, former CEO of Autodesk, shares his journey from leading one of the world’s most influential design software companies to shaping the future of making things. We dive into design, technology, and what’s next for innovators everywhere.
18 Mar 2026 · 59 min
Exclusive: Inverted Planetary Roller Screws from Chinese Manufacturer CB Robot Technology
For more details, contact: 长坂（扬州）机器人科技有限公司 / CB Robot Technology Jianhao Zhou – [email protected]
9 Mar 2026 · 50 min
Throwback: Sang-bae Kim on Humanoids and Legged Robots (2021)
Throwback: Sang-bae Kim on Humanoids and Legged Robots (2021) by Marwa ElDiwiny
17 Feb 2026 · 44 min
Can Planetary Roller Screws Be Produced in Under 20 Seconds to Make Them Viable for Humanoids?
Scott Walter Sits Down with Benjamin Schwegler from LTK Lineartechnik Korb to Talk About: Can Roller Screws Be Made in 20 Seconds and How This Could Make Them Viable for Humanoids? https://ltk-linearmotion.com/about-us/
10 Feb 2026 · 50 min
Humanoid Global: A Robotics VC Investment Thesis
For more details check: https://www.humanoidglobal.ai/
6 Feb 2026 · 53 min
Ball-and-Socket… But for Locomotion, Enchanted Tools
Ball-and-Socket… But for Locomotion, Enchanted Tools by Marwa ElDiwiny
4 Feb 2026 · 47 min
The Ability Hand: The Fastest Touch-Sensitive Bionic Hand in the World
The Ability Hand: The Fastest Touch-Sensitive Bionic Hand in the World by Marwa ElDiwiny
26 Jan 2026 · 53 min
Persona AI: What’s Different in Their Waist Design
Persona AI: What’s Different in Their Waist Design by Marwa ElDiwiny
22 Jan 2026 · 33 min
The Belgian Unicorn Whisperer: Louis Jonckheere
The Belgian Unicorn Whisperer: Louis Jonckheere I had the chance to sit down with Louis at Wintercircus Ghent to answer some spicy Reddit questions, talk about his journey, and hear what’s next for Aikido Security . I had a blast during this conversation and hope you enjoy it as much as I did!
18 Jan 2026 · 52 min
Enclothed Cognition: Your Clothes Are Rewiring Your Brain
Your Clothes Are Rewiring Your Brain 👚 🧠 I had the pleasure of speaking with Marleen Beevers, Belgian fashion psychologist, founder & CEO of Satisfashion, and a pioneering voice in holistic fashion psychology. Marleen is a global leader in transformational style branding and developed a groundbreaking method that uses clothing as a psychological and strategic tool to build embodied confidence, authentic presence, and powerful professional branding. Whether you’re interested in psychology, fashion, or simply curious about the subtle ways your wardrobe affects your mind, this episode is for…
4 Jan 2026 · 29 min
Old episode — XingXing Wang on Unitree Robotics | 宇树科技
Old episode — XingXing Wang on Unitree Robotics | 宇树科技 by Marwa ElDiwiny
29 Dec 2025 · 31 min
Vyking Built an In-House Robotic Arm with Camera for Shoe 3D Scanning and Virtual Try-On
Vyking Built an In-House Robotic Arm with Camera for Shoe 3D Scanning and Virtual Try-On by Marwa ElDiwiny
23 Dec 2025 · 31 min
Deep Dive in Disney’s Self-Roaming Olaf Robot
Deep Dive in Disney’s Self-Roaming Olaf Robot by Marwa ElDiwiny
21 Dec 2025 · 38 min
Humanoids That Tell Stories in Belgium – Jan De Coster
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Soft Robotics Podcast is a English tech & science podcast from Marwa ElDiwiny. Melo plays each episode straight from the publisher's own feed — no ads added, no account needed — and remembers where you stopped, in this browser only.

Publisher: Marwa ElDiwiny
Language: English
Category: Tech & Science
New episodes: Weekly
Typical length: 53 min
Latest episode: 10 Oct 2026
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