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Emerging Tech Unpacked is where technology meets storytelling. Hosted by Lucy Lin , the podcast makes emerging technologies and innovations easier to understand by breaking down complex ideas into real, relatable conversations. Each episode features thought-provoking discussions with women in STEM and male allies who are driving change in their industries. They share their journeys, lessons learned, and insights on how we can future-proof our careers and close the diversity gaps in science, technology, and innovation. Mission-driven, educational, and deeply inspirational, Emerging Tech Unpacked shines a light on the people shaping our tech-powered future and invites you to be part of the movement. Our Mission: • Provide educational content about emerging tech and innovation topics • To shine a spotlight on diverse & inclusive leadership • Promote career pathways for more people to enter STEM careers For more information: https://www.emergingtechunpacked.com/

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May 21, 20261 hr 16 min

Decarbonisation Explained: Gen Z Scientist Turning Exhaust Pollution Into Power

Send us Fan MailIn this episode of Emerging Tech Unpacked, host Lucy Lin interviews 22‑year‑old environmental scientist and founder Kirah Godsell, co‑founder of Air2Energy, a climate hardware startup turning “pollution into power” from engines and boilers.You’ll learn:🌳 Decarbonisation explained in simple, non‑jargon language🌳 How burning fossil fuels in cars, buildings and power plants traps heat and drives climate change🌳 How an university assignment turned a pre‑med student into a climate tech founder🌳 What Gen Z really thinks about climate anxiety, net zero, consumer guilt and greenwashing🌳 Practical climate actions you can start taking todayIf you’re curious about climate change, net zero, clean energy, climate tech careers and how young innovators are building real hardware solutions, this episode is for you.👉 Watch “Decarbonisation with a Young Scientist” now and subscribe for more deep dives into emerging tech and the future of our planet.Connect with us: https://bio.site/emergingtechunpacked*Subscribe to our YouTube channel:*http://www.youtube.com/@emergingtechunpacked?sub_confirmation=1For more information, visit our website: https://www.emergingtechunpacked.com/*Follow us on our social media channels to get the latest news:*🔔 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/emergingtechunpacked🔔 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emergingtechunpacked/🔔 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Emerging-Tech-Unpacked/100090565331236/🔔 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@emergingtechunpacked*Chapters*00:00 Introducing Gen Z Founder, Kirah Godsell02:54 Gen Z Climate Reality04:51 Great Barrier Reef Loss And Motivation07:03 Accidental Startup Origin09:50 Decarbonisation Explained15:17 What Happens If We Fail18:55 Hard To Decarbonise Industry30:45 Offsets Profit And Greenwashing41:31 Carbon Capture Difference44:08 Startup Prototyping And Scaling48:30 Staying Motivated53:49 Advice For Scientists57:17 Future Skills Rapid Fire01:00:48 Human Connection And AI01:03:24 Studying During COVID 01:06:43 Practical Climate Steps01:13:45 Final Earth Reminder Support the show🎙️ Website: https://www.EmergingTechUnpacked.com/🎙️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@emergingtechunpacked🎙️ Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/4d6Hfoi🎙️ Spotify: https://spoti.fi/49TS1LG

April 25, 202653 min

Quantum Unpacked: Careers, Cybersecurity & Next Tech Revolution with Dr Cathy Foley

Send us Fan MailQuantum isn’t just mind‑bending physics - it is creating new industries, reshaping cybersecurity and demanding a whole ecosystem of skills, investment and policy to bring it to life.In Part 2 of this special quantum series, Australia’s former Chief Scientist Dr Cathy Foley joins host Lucy Lin to explore how we move quantum from the lab to the real world, and what it means for careers, national security and Australia’s tech future.In this conversation, we unpack:⚛️ The hard realities of taking quantum technologies from research labs into fabs, foundries and investible startups, and why Australia needs a coordinated ecosystem, not just brilliant science.⚛️ How governments, states and industry are quietly building quantum infrastructure, from fabrication and packaging facilities to deep‑tech precincts.⚛️ Why quantum is already here in sensing and encryption, how “harvest now, decrypt later” works, and what being truly “quantum ready” means for banks, infrastructure and cybersecurity teams.⚛️ The new jobs emerging across quantum hardware, software, cryogenics, materials, policy, communications and storytelling, and the skills that will be in highest demand.⚛️ How diversity, feedback and resilience have shaped Cathy’s four‑decade career, and her advice on turning setbacks into fuel for growth and leadership.If you’ve ever wondered whether quantum will actually deliver on the hype, what Q‑Day really is, or how your own skills might fit into this new wave of deep tech, this episode will give you a clear, grounded roadmap.Connect with us: https://bio.site/emergingtechunpacked *Subscribe to our YouTube channel:*http://www.youtube.com/@emergingtechunpacked?sub_confirmation=1For more information, visit our website: https://www.emergingtechunpacked.com/*Follow us on our social media channels to get the latest news:*🔔 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/emergingtechunpacked🔔 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emergingtechunpacked/🔔 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Emerging-Tech-Unpacked/100090565331236/🔔 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@emergingtechunpacked *Chapters*00:00 Meet Dr Cathy Foley, Australia’s Former Chief Scientist03:00 The Funding and Commercialisation Gap04:40 Building Industry Support Programs09:41 Quantum's Promise Timeline12:00 Why Australia Backs Quantum13:56 Encryption Risks and Readiness18:11 Jobs and Key Skills24:59 Why Quantum Needs To Be Cold26:48 Women in STEM Progress29:28 Fixing Early Career Pathways31:08 Long Game Mindset35:39 Career Feedback and Resilience40:29 No Overnight Success42:26 Quantum's Decade Vision46:42 A Quantum Fun Fact Support the show🎙️ Website: https://www.EmergingTechUnpacked.com/🎙️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@emergingtechunpacked🎙️ Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/4d6Hfoi🎙️ Spotify: https://spoti.fi/49TS1LG

April 3, 202655 min

Quantum Explained with Australia’s Former Chief Scientist and CSIRO Board Member, Dr Cathy Foley

Send us Fan MailHave you ever wondered what a Chief Scientist actually does, or how quantum physics could change your everyday life?In this episode of Emerging Tech Unpacked, host Lucy Lin sits down with Dr Cathy Foley, physicist, board member at CSIRO, and Australia’s former Chief Scientist, to unpack how “science for humanity” drives everything from national policy to quantum innovation.Cathy shares how she went from a curious kid who loved science to becoming Australia’s Chief Scientist, what really happens behind the scenes in that role, and why Australia is now a front‑runner in the global quantum race.Whether you’re a tech enthusiast, a science fan, or just quantum‑curious, this conversation will change how you see physics, policy, and Australia’s role in the future of technology.*Chapters*00:00 Meet Dr Cathy Foley04:32 CSIRO Career Highlights06:13 Superconductors Explained10:33 Global Research Collaboration13:21 Why CSIRO Matters17:15 Becoming Australia’s Chief Scientist20:14 Chief Scientist Responsibilities23:16 Quantum Basics25:44 Quantum Leap Explained27:33 Superposition And Entanglement Explained30:44 Explain It Like A Five Year Old31:54 Schrödinger’s Cat Explained35:10 Quantum In Everyday Tech37:38 Quantum Computing 42:46 Australia & the Global Quantum Race45:12 Building The National Quantum Strategy Support the show🎙️ Website: https://www.EmergingTechUnpacked.com/🎙️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@emergingtechunpacked🎙️ Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/4d6Hfoi🎙️ Spotify: https://spoti.fi/49TS1LG

February 16, 20261 hr 17 min

Video Games and Mental Health: Gaming for Wellbeing 🎮

Send us Fan MailAre video games bad for us, or could they actually help our mental health? In this episode of Emerging Tech Unpacked, host Lucy Lin sits down with Dr Michelle Chen, game developer, researcher, and founder of Mental Jam, to explore how video games can become powerful tools for emotional expression, empathy, and self‑care.Michelle shares how her lived experiences of depression and anxiety inspired her to co‑create games with young people that turn real emotions into playable stories. She explains how her mental health-focused design, rejects addictive “pay‑to‑win” game systems, in favour of compassion‑driven mechanics like spoon limits and cozy characters, including a bubble‑tea‑loving wombat baristas 🧋🐾.Whether you’re a gamer, a mental‑health advocate, or simply curious about the future of tech for good, this conversation will change the way you see your controller, your phone, and your own mental wellbeing.*Subscribe to our YouTube channel:*http://www.youtube.com/@emergingtechunpacked?sub_confirmation=1For more information, visit our website: https://www.emergingtechunpacked.com/*Follow us on our social media channels to get the latest news:*🔔 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/emergingtechunpacked🔔 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emergingtechunpacked/🔔 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Emerging-Tech-Unpacked/100090565331236/🔔 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@emergingtechunpacked*Chapters*00:00 Meet Dr. Michelle Chen & a Filipino Fun Fact 03:42 A Third-Culture Journey: Philippines, Taiwan, UK, Australia 07:11 A PhD in Gaming + Mental Health: Surviving Through COVID 15:22 Why Asians Don’t Talk About Mental Health (and How Gaming Open Doors) 21:47 Commercial vs Empathy-Driven Game Design (Avoiding Addictive Tricks) 24:35 Ethical Monetisation + Fixing Harmful Portrayals in Gaming 27:51 Women in Games: Representation, ‘Jiggle Physics,’ and More Female Devs 36:06 Designing Feelings: Embodied Sound vs Metaphor vs Narrative Games 39:14 Not All Games Are the Same: Violence, Cozy Play, and the PTSD Example 41:47 Consent, Safety & Ownership in Mental Health Co‑Creation 43:55 Culture & Language Barriers: Making Games for Diverse/Asian Families 51:57 CSIRO ON Program Pivot: 200+ Interviews and Focusing on Access & Early Intervention 54:56 Quickfire Skills for Game Dev & Founders: Creativity, Resilience, Communication 57:22 AI & Ethics in Mental Health + Game Studios: Chatbots, Copyright, and Human Art 01:02:54 Games as a Complement to Therapy: The ‘In‑Between’ Support Role Support the show🎙️ Website: https://www.EmergingTechUnpacked.com/🎙️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@emergingtechunpacked🎙️ Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/4d6Hfoi🎙️ Spotify: https://spoti.fi/49TS1LG

January 26, 20261 hr 25 min

Redundancy to Reinvention: Nonlinear Career & Leadership Journey in Emerging Tech | Lucy Lin Story

Send us Fan MailRedundancy. Reinvention. Risk‑taking.In this special episode of Emerging Tech Unpacked, I (host Lucy Lin) flip the microphone and share my own leadership odyssey - from six‑year‑old migrant arriving in Australia from Taiwan, to teaching in Japan, global professional in London and Canada, and now innovation leader, founder and STEM podcast host.You’ll hear the honest story behind the LinkedIn headlines: navigating culture shock and language barriers, building a global career across technology, law and financial services, facing a career‑shaking redundancy, and turning it into a values‑led portfolio career in consulting, ecosystem building and emerging tech communications.We dive into nonlinear career paths, the mindset shift from “Why is this happening to me?” to “What matters to me?”, and why I believe communication is the foundation of modern leadership and a true power skill.If you’re a founder, emerging leader, woman in STEM, global citizen or someone sitting at a career crossroads, this episode will give you practical inspiration to follow your curiosity, back your adaptability and design work that aligns with your values.Subscribe to our YouTube channel: http://www.youtube.com/@emergingtechunpacked?sub_confirmation=1For more information, visit our website: https://www.emergingtechunpacked.com/Follow us on our social media channels to get the latest news:🔔 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/emergingtechunpacked 🔔 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emergingtechunpacked/ 🔔 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Emerging-Tech-Unpacked/100090565331236/ 🔔 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@emergingtechunpackedSupport the Podcast💙 If you find this podcast valuable, consider keeping the podcast lights on and helping us cover some of our video and audio editing and operational costs: https://www.paypal.me/lucylin007007☕ Or buy me a coffee (or three! :-): https://buymeacoffee.com/lucylinChapters00:00 Introduction to Lucy Lin's Journey 01:41 Early Life and Migration to Australia 04:19 Settling in Australia and Cultural Adaptation 10:57 Educational Pursuits and Career Beginnings 16:02 Teaching in Japan: A Formative Experience 20:56 Professional Growth in the UK 27:57 Innovation and Corporate Roles in Australia and Canada 36:27 Facing Redundancy and Embracing Entrepreneurship 39:18 Starting the Entrepreneurial Journey 40:30 Transitioning from Corporate to Entrepreneurship 41:49 Naming the Business: Forestlyn 44:37 Challenges and Realities of Entrepreneurship 47:20 Teaching Entrepreneurship Skills to Diverse Founders 55:59 Launching a Podcast: Emerging Tech Unpacked 01:08:40 Reflections on a Portfolio Career Support the show🎙️ Website: https://www.EmergingTechUnpacked.com/🎙️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@emergingtechunpacked🎙️ Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/4d6Hfoi🎙️ Spotify: https://spoti.fi/49TS1LG

December 14, 20251 hr 12 min

Mastering Future Skills in an Age of Uncertainty - Emerging Tech Unpacked LIVE at SXSW Sydney

Send us Fan MailWhen you think about the future of work, are you energised, or quietly terrified? In an era where AI is evolving faster than job titles, the real advantage isn’t predicting what’s next, it’s learning how to adapt, reinvent and stay human in the middle of it all.In this special live episode of Emerging Tech Unpacked from the SXSW Sydney podcast stage, host Lucy Lin sits down with leaders from LinkedIn, Google Cloud and Microsoft to unpack the mindsets, skills and strategies you actually need to thrive in an age of uncertainty. From empathy, storytelling and human connection to AI fluency and lifelong learning, this conversation goes beyond the buzzwords and into practical, real-world advice.Tune in for a dynamic, insight-packed discussion filled with key takeaways you can apply immediately to future‑proof your career and navigate the evolving tech landscape with confidence.For more information, visit: https://www.emergingtechunpacked.com/Follow us on our social media channels to get the latest news:🔔 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/emergingtechunpacked 🔔 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emergingtechunpacked/ 🔔 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Emerging-Tech-Unpacked/100090565331236/ 🔔 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@emergingtechunpackedSupport the Podcast💙 If you find this podcast valuable, consider keeping the podcast lights on and helping us cover some of our video and audio editing and operational costs: https://www.paypal.me/lucylin007007☕ Or buy me a coffee (or three! :-): https://buymeacoffee.com/lucylinChapters00:00 Emerging Tech Unpacked Live from SXSW Sydney 01:51 Meet the Panellists 04:26 Audrey's Career Journey 06:29 Natalie's Career Journey 09:28 Tim's Career Journey 13:43 Future Skills and Workforce Trends 17:19 Impact of AI on Jobs 21:18 Emerging Technologies and Skills 26:02 Essential Skills for the Future30:40 Leadership Skills For Fast Moving Times 37:02 Strategies for Staying Updated 39:04 Diving into New Learning Methods 44:35 Gender Differences in AI Upskilling 49:37 The Role of Small Businesses in AI Adoption 51:51 Future Skills and Systems Change 56:58 The Art of Prompting and Critical Thinking 01:00:04 The Power of Storytelling and Personal Branding 01:02:13 Superpowers and Fun Facts Support the show🎙️ Website: https://www.EmergingTechUnpacked.com/🎙️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@emergingtechunpacked🎙️ Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/4d6Hfoi🎙️ Spotify: https://spoti.fi/49TS1LG

November 23, 20251 hr 10 min

Hearing Innovations Unpacked: Listening For the Future of Sound

Send us Fan MailCurious how artificial intelligence and wearable tech are making hearing effortless? Join Emerging Tech Unpacked host Lucy Lin and guest Nicky Chong-White, Principal Engineer at the National Acoustic Laboratories (NAL), as they dive into the latest hearing innovations, AI hearing aids, live captioning apps, and game-changing wearable technologies for hearing health.Discover how advancements in artificial intelligence, real-time audio processing, and augmented reality are revolutionising hearing aids and communication for people living with hearing loss. Nicky shares her personal engineering journey, how NAL leads the world in hearing research, and how user-centred design thinking creates practical solutions that empower millions globally to hear better. Whether you’re curious about cutting-edge audiology, keen for inspiration in STEM, or want to hear better in noisy places, this episode is packed with wisdom, laughs, and expert advice. Don’t miss it: tune in, subscribe, and start hearing the possibilities!Thank you to the National Acoustic Laboratories (NAL) for sponsoring this episode!For more information, visit: https://www.emergingtechunpacked.com/Follow us on our social media channels to get the latest news:🔔 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/emergingtechunpacked 🔔 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emergingtechunpacked/ 🔔 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Emerging-Tech-Unpacked/100090565331236/ 🔔 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@emergingtechunpacked Support the Podcast🤝 Join our community, please consider a small monthly donation on Patreon. Supporters will gain access to exclusive posts, news, announcements and our community chat. You will also have a direct influence on the podcast by voting on future episode topics, submitting questions for guests and suggesting speakers: www.patreon.com/EmergingTechUnpacked💙 If you find this podcast valuable, consider keeping the podcast lights on and helping us cover some of our video and audio editing and operational costs: https://www.paypal.me/lucylin007007☕ Or buy me a coffee (or three! :-): https://buymeacoffee.com/lucylin Support the show🎙️ Website: https://www.EmergingTechUnpacked.com/🎙️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@emergingtechunpacked🎙️ Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/4d6Hfoi🎙️ Spotify: https://spoti.fi/49TS1LG

August 19, 20251 hr 6 min

Hacking Yeast With A Microbiologist: How Microbes Are Powering the Future of Food

Send us Fan MailThink yeast is just for bread and beer? Think again! Discover how this tiny microorganism is driving the future of biofuels, cleaning up oil spills, transforming sustainable food, and creating eco-friendly materials. On Emerging Tech Unpacked, host Lucy Lin dives deep into the incredible world of “yeast hacking” with trailblazing microbiologist and biotech entrepreneur, Claudia Bruinsma.Explore how wild and engineered yeast are revolutionising climate solutions, boosting food sustainability, and even producing natural flavours, scents, and renewable packaging. Uncover the secrets of yeast fermentation, the crucial role of citizen science in new discoveries, and the behind-the-scenes challenges of working with engineered microbes, including regulations, safety, and ethics in synthetic biology.From rural farming roots to biotech breakthroughs, this podcast episode reveals how curiosity and adaptability fuel innovation. Perfect for anyone passionate about science, sustainability, brewing, food innovation, or launching a career in emerging tech. Tune in and get inspired by nature’s ultimate powerhouse!Subscribe to our channel: http://www.youtube.com/@emergingtechunpacked?sub_confirmation=1For more information, visit: https://www.emergingtechunpacked.com/Follow us on our social media channels to get the latest news:🔔 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/emergingtechunpacked🔔 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emergingtechunpacked/🔔 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Emerging-Tech-Unpacked/100090565331236/🔔 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@emergingtechunpacked**Support the Podcast:**🤝 Join our community, please consider a small monthly donation on Patreon. Supporters will gain access to exclusive posts, news, announcements and our community chat. You will also have a direct influence on the podcast by voting on future episode topics, submitting questions for guests and suggesting speakers: www.patreon.com/EmergingTechUnpacked 💙 If you find this podcast valuable, consider keeping the podcast lights on and helping us cover some of our video and audio editing and operational costs: https://www.paypal.me/lucylin007007☕ Or buy me a coffee (or three! :-): https://buymeacoffee.com/lucylin**Chapters**00:00 Introduction: The Power of Yeast02:29 From Farm to Lab: Claudia's Journey07:28 The Wonders of Microscopy11:51 Hacking Yeast: Innovations and Applications17:00 Citizen Science and Environmental Impact28:11 Challenges and Future of Yeast Research31:50 Ensuring Safety in Biotechnology33:26 Regulatory Challenges in Australia36:27 Understanding Biohacking and GMOs40:28 The Journey of a Scientist and Entrepreneur43:36 CSIRO ON Innovation Program & Communicating Science53:00 The Future of Synthetic Biology54:42 Fun Facts About Yeast Support the show🎙️ Website: https://www.EmergingTechUnpacked.com/🎙️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@emergingtechunpacked🎙️ Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/4d6Hfoi🎙️ Spotify: https://spoti.fi/49TS1LG

July 29, 20251 hr 27 min

Antimicrobial Resistance: A Global Health Crisis Explained

Send us Fan MailWhat if the medicines you rely on suddenly stopped working? In this episode of Emerging Tech Unpacked, host Lucy Lin is joined by Dr Christine Carson, founder and Chief Scientific Officer of Cytophenix, a trailblazer in tackling the urgent crisis of antimicrobial resistance (AMR). Discover how AMR threatens everything from routine surgeries to cancer care and why the World Health Organisation calls it one of the biggest global health challenges of our time.Christine shares her inspiring journey from scientist to entrepreneur, exploring how AI-powered diagnostics and rapid testing are revolutionising the fight against drug-resistant infections. Learn the difference between antimicrobial and antibiotic resistance, why responsible use of antibiotics matters, and how government funding and innovative business models could inject more money into essential health research and drug development. If you’re interested in the future of healthcare, passionate about innovation, or curious about how science and entrepreneurship are coming together to combat superbugs, this episode has vital insights you won’t want to miss. Watch now to see how we're protecting the future of medicine and tackling superbugs with science, AI and startups. Subscribe to our channel: http://www.youtube.com/@emergingtechunpacked?sub_confirmation=1For more information, visit: https://www.emergingtechunpacked.com/Follow us on our social media channels to get the latest news:🔔 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/emergingtechunpacked🔔 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emergingtechunpacked/🔔 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Emerging-Tech-Unpacked/100090565331236/🔔 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@emergingtechunpacked**Support the Podcast:**🤝 Join our community, please consider a small monthly donation on Patreon. Supporters will gain access to exclusive posts, news, announcements and our community chat. You will also have a direct influence on the podcast by voting on future episode topics, submitting questions for guests and suggesting speakers: [www.patreon.com/EmergingTechUnpacked](http://www.patreon.com/EmergingTechUnpacked) 💙 If you find this podcast valuable, consider keeping the podcast lights on and helping us cover some of our video and audio editing and operational costs: https://www.paypal.me/lucylin007007☕ Or buy me a coffee (or three! :-): https://buymeacoffee.com/lucylin**Chapters**00:00 The Looming Threat of a Global Health Crisis00:58 Meet Dr. Christine Carson: From Researcher to Founder02:41 Christine's Journey into Science and Microbiology08:58 Antimicrobial Resistance Explained13:02 The Global Impact of Antimicrobial Resistance22:09 The Role of Antibiotics and the Rise of Superbugs39:07 Antibiotic Use in Agriculture and Its Implications42:52 From Academic Research to Entrepreneurship44:55 Innovative Solution: Faster and More Accurate Testing46:38 The Role of AI in Revolutionising Diagnostics49:18 The Journey from Academic Research to Commercialisation51:05 The CSIRO ON Innovation Program and Its Impact55:08 Challenges in Funding and Drug Development01:04:15 The Importance of Networking and Leadership01:10:32 Future of Antimicrobial Resistance and Emerging Technologies01:20:18 How We Can All Slow Antimicrobial Resistance Support the show🎙️ Website: https://www.EmergingTechUnpacked.com/🎙️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@emergingtechunpacked🎙️ Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/4d6Hfoi🎙️ Spotify: https://spoti.fi/49TS1LG

June 28, 20251 hr 18 min

Insect Farming and Robotics: The Future of Food Waste Solutions

Send us Fan MailHow can maggots and robots solve the global food waste crisis?Join host Lucy Lin on Emerging Tech Unpacked as she sits down with Olympia Yarger, Founder and CEO of GOTERRA, the “Maggot Lady” herself, for an eye-opening conversation about insect farming, robotics, and the future of sustainable food waste solutions.Discover how millions of maggots inside automated shipping containers are transforming food scraps from cities and businesses into valuable protein and fertiliser, closing the loop on waste and creating new opportunities for agriculture. We’ll unpack the deep tech behind these robotic insect farms, the urgent need for circular economy solutions, and the surprising challenges of disrupting a 500-year-old industry.Learn about the trillion-dollar global food security challenge, the realities of building deep tech as a female founder, and why being outspoken can be a superpower in innovation. Whether you’re passionate about sustainability, curious about the future of food, or just love a story about unconventional problem-solving, this episode is packed with inspiration and actionable insights.Subscribe to our channel: http://www.youtube.com/@emergingtechunpacked?sub_confirmation=1For more information, visit: https://www.emergingtechunpacked.com/Follow us on our social media channels to get the latest news:🔔 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/emergingtechunpacked 🔔 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emergingtechunpacked/ 🔔 TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@emergingtechunpacked🔔 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Emerging-Tech-Unpacked/100090565331236/ Support the Podcast:🤝 Join our community, please consider a small monthly donation on Patreon. Supporters will gain access to exclusive posts, news, announcements and our community chat: www.patreon.com/EmergingTechUnpacked💙 If you find this podcast valuable, consider keeping the podcast lights on and helping us cover some of our video and audio editing and operational costs: https://www.paypal.me/lucylin007007☕ Or buy me a coffee (or three! :-): https://buymeacoffee.com/lucylinChapters:00:00 Introduction to the Global Food Crisis 01:08 Meet the Maggot Lady: Olympia Yarger 02:28 From Farming to Tech: Olympia's Journey 03:44 The Importance of Sustainability in Agriculture 07:38 Circular Economy Explained 11:54 The Role of Insects in Waste Management 15:53 Challenges and Innovations in Waste Management 29:46 Deep Tech and Fundraising Challenges 39:42 Cultural Bias Against Insects 40:21 Learning Without a Tech Background 42:50 Food Shortage Crisis by 2050 49:42 Challenges of Being a Female Founder 54:38 Being Outspoken Women 01:02:23 Advice for Aspiring Entrepreneurs01:10:08 Sustainability Tips & Advice Support the show🎙️ Website: https://www.EmergingTechUnpacked.com/🎙️ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@emergingtechunpacked🎙️ Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/4d6Hfoi🎙️ Spotify: https://spoti.fi/49TS1LG

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