Panasonic is about a lot more than electronic products that improve the quality of life at home, work and play. Through the company's Hussmann division, consumers also benefit from reduced pollution caused by refrigerants, as well as improved food sustainability. Discover what many don't know about a leading contributor to greenhouse gasses and global warming. Yes, the refrigerator and related accessories -- particularly in commercial applications -- are far from blameless as pollution threats. Hussmann is mitigating refrigeration's global warming potential (GWP) with too often unsung technologies. Hear from Tim Figge, Hussmann Panasonic CEO, as he shares how the company is tackling the dark side of the refrigerator case.

Is it an earbud or a hearing aid? Now it's both, and for thousands less than prescription options. Nuheara CEO John R. Luna tells how and why ears everywhere are finally getting the treatment they deserve. With an advanced hearing aid -- an FDA-approved, OTC medical device -- that complements the company's popular consumer earbuds, Nuheara is intent on boosting the sound experience for millions of consumers. You'll learn that this hearing-health device isn't yesterday's behind-the-ear model. It's sleek ear gear with looks that rival buds favored by discriminating audiophiles. But appearance isn't everything. Directional microphones, a customizable fit and more can improve hearing by 30%. Find out what Nuheara has planned for CES 2023; the world's about to sound better.

From the ocean floor to the stratosphere, Siemens is advancing sustainability as it speeds the manufacture of life-changing products and structures. This episode explores Siemens Xcelerator and digital twin technology that advanced undersea farming through Nemo’s Garden. The tech also propelled Space Perspective’s stratospheric balloon flights for carbon-neutral tourism 100,000 feet above Earth. Brenda Discher, Siemens SVP of business strategy and marketing, vividly explains how hyper-advanced automation transforms manufacturing that dramatically advances human security.   

Beyond autonomous racecars hitting speeds north of 180 mph as they burn up the Las Vegas Motor Speedway, the Indy Autonomous Challenge (IAC) will display fresh marvels of technological excellence. In this CES Tech Talk episode, IAC President Paul Mitchell discusses the competition with host James Kotecki, sharing that the January 7 event will showcase a highly complex blend of technologies ranging from AR and VR to automation and high-speed communication. Find out what's planned for the Innovation Paddock in West Hall. Spoiler: Think mammoth garages packed with the newest gear and more from the geniuses of robot car tech. Paul also teases some of what to expect, tech-wise, when the IAC returns to Las Vegas.  

Launching Season 6 of the CES Tech Talk podcast, Episode 1 features Garry Jacobs, president and CEO of World Academy of Art and Science (WAAS), discussing the critical role of technology as a means for attaining human security for all. He shares with host James Kotecki the ways that the WAAS alliance with CES can contribute to enduring human security solutions. The purpose, which will be seen throughout CES 2023, is to foster collaborations among businesses that innovate toward an end to famine, disease, conflict, climate change and other global challenges.

Is it a look at the future of mobility or the future of sports? Tune in to CES Tech Talk with James Kotecki and Energy Systems Network President and CEO, Paul Mitchell to learn more about automotive innovation and how the technology behind a high speed motor vehicle can be applied to other industries. 

This week on CES Tech Talk, Abbott joins the show to discuss how biosensing tech, remote cardiac care unbound by borders and a concussion blood test are nearer to being realities than ever before. This is the future of healthcare technology that’s unlocking the possibility of you.

Guests:

• Beth McQuiston, M.D., R.D., medical director for Abbott's diagnostics business
• Philip Adamson, M.D., DVP Medical Affairs and Chief Medical Officer, Heart Failure
• Marc Taub, Ph.D. divisional vice president of Technical Operations for Abbott's diabetes business

One of Oprah’s Favorite Things, Hydrow rowing machines create immersive experience of live and on-demand workouts from the water. Tune in to the latest CES Tech Talk to hear James Kotecki’s conversation with Hydrow CEO and Founder Bruce Smith about how these experiences come together and what to expect at CES.

This week, James Kotecki chats with two innovators in the NFT space – Dillon Rosenblatt, CEO and Co-Founder of Autograph, and Roxy Fata, Chief Operating Officer of Infinite Objects. Tune in to learn how NFTs are changing the way we collect and view items in the digital world.

Join James Kotecki as he talks with Neeraj Gupta, VP and GM of Space Destinations at Sierra Space. The company recently announced a partnership with Blue Origin to build a private space station called Orbital Reef.