Hardware Podcasts

Welcome to Go/No-Go

Go/No-Go · 1 Oct 2025 · 1m

What this episode covers

Hosts Jon Bruner and Alex Hao introduce the new podcast Go/No-Go, which explores the critical decisions in designing, manufacturing, and shipping hardware products. They announce that the first episode will feature an interview with Tony Fidel, known for his work on the iPod, iPhone, and Nest Learning Thermostat, discussing his experiences and the future of AI-enabled hardware. The show is produced by Lumafield, which utilizes industrial CT scans to analyze products ranging from athletic equipment to aerospace components.

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