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CROSSTALK, The EMC Society Podcast: Hear Us Above the Noise. The IEEE EMC Society Podcast discussing interesting topics on electromagnetic compatibility (EMC), signal integrity (SI), and power integrity (PI) for our technical community. The IEEE EMC Society is the world's largest organization dedicated to the development and distribution of information, tools and techniques for reducing electromagnetic interference. The society focuses on standards, measurement and testing, instrumentation and systems, interference control, education, computational analysis, spectrum management, and related scientific, technical, and professional activities. For further information visit our website: https://www.emcs.org/

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May 15, 202626 min

#76 What's on the Radar Regarding EMC Society Events?

Welcome to CROSSTALK - the IEEE EMC Society Podcast!Hear us above the noise!The podcast where we discuss all interesting topics regarding electromagnetic compatibility!In this episode, we take a look at the many exciting events happening across the EMC Society and the wider EMC, SIPI, RF, microwave, antennas, and propagation communities. We also hear special messages from some of the organisers, who share their invitations and insights about the events coming up.Events mentioned in this episode: APEMC 2026: https://www.apemc2026.org/ IEEE International Microwave Symposium 2026: https://ims-ieee.org/ SPI 2026 – 30th IEEE Workshop on Signal and Power Integrity: https://spi-workshop.org/ IEEE AP-S/URSI 2026: https://2026.apsursi.org/ EMC+SIPI 2026 Symposium: https://2026.emcsipi.org/ EMC Europe 2026: https://www.emceurope2026.org/We hope you enjoy this episode, and we look forward to seeing many of you at these upcoming events!Share your thoughts with us! www.emcs.orghttps://www.linkedin.com/company/ieee-emcs/

March 30, 2026Episode 7513 min

Back to the Future Crosstalk Podcast Hosts!

Welcome to CROSSTALK - the IEEE EMC Society Podcast!Hear us above the noise!The podcast where we discuss all interesting topics regarding electromagnetic compatibility!In this episode, we present Vasso and Sebastian, the two new hosts of the CROSSTALK Podcast! Get to know them by listening to this episode and discover the great ideas they have in store for the future of the CROSSTALK Podcast. Don't miss this handover, where Susanne also reflects on her time as a host of the CROSSTALK Podcast and gives advice to the new hosts!We hope you enjoy this episode, and we will be back with the future CROSSTALK Podcast hosts!Share your thoughts with us! www.emcs.orghttps://www.linkedin.com/company/ieee-emcs/

February 1, 20263 min

#74 CROSSTALK Pavi Radhakrishnan and Prof. Chuck Bunting: 2026 Student EMC Hardware Design Competition

Welcome to the CROSSTALK - the IEEE EMC Society Podcast.Hear us above the Noise!The Podcast to discuss interesting topics on electromagnetic compatibility to our technical community.For this special episode we invited Pavi Radhakrishnan, EMC Society Young Professional Representative and Prof. Chuck Bunting, EMC Society Student Hardware Design Competition Chair for the 2026 Student Hardware Design Competition.They talk about the competition, the value of participation and close deadlines.Visit the matching symposium website for further information:https://2026.emcsipi.org/programs/student-hardware-competition/Download Student Hardware Design Competition Flyer:http://2026.emcsipi.org/wp-content/uploads/sites/3/2025/12/emc2026_StudentHardware_Final.pdfShare your thoughts with us! www.emcs.orghttps://www.linkedin.com/company/ieee-emcs/

January 13, 2026Episode 735 min

#73 CROSSTALK Tom Braxton: Introducing the New EMC-S President

Welcome to the CROSSTALK - the IEEE EMC Society Podcast.Hear us above the Noise!The Podcast to discuss interesting topics on electromagnetic compatibility to our technical community.In this episode, we’re introduced to Tom Braxton, the newly elected President of the EMC Society. Tom shares his professional journey, reflects on what the EMC Society means to him, and outlines his vision for the future—highlighting opportunities to engage and support the EMC community.He also mentions some important deadlines to keep track of. Mark your calendars!January 16th, the deadline for traditional papers to be submitted for the 2026 Symposium: https://2026.emcsipi.org/programs/call-for-submissions/January 30th, that's the deadline for submission for papers to the Letters on EMC Practice and Applications: https://www.emcs.org/publications/l-emcpa-call-for-papers/February 13th, the EMC student hardware competition registration: https://2026.emcsipi.org/programs/student-hardware-competition/February 13th, the society award nomination deadline: https://www.emcs.org/about-us/awards/April 6th, the John Howard Memorial Education Grant application deadline: https://www.emcs.org/training/emc-education-grant/Share your thoughts with us! www.emcs.orghttps://www.linkedin.com/company/ieee-emcs/

January 5, 2026Episode 7213 min

#72 CROSSTALK Benoit Derat: Call for Papers - EMC+SIPI 2026

Welcome to the CROSSTALK - the IEEE EMC Society Podcast.Hear us above the Noise!The Podcast to discuss interesting topics on electromagnetic compatibility to our technical community.For this special episode we invited Benoit Derat, Technical Programm Chair of the 2026 IEEE INTERNATIONAL SYMPOSIUM ON ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY, SIGNAL & POWER INTEGRITY.The call for submission is open and here are the deadlines:Read them at the event web page or download the pdf-fileJANUARY 16, 2026: Submission Deadline for Traditional and Special Session PapersFEBRUARY 6, 2026: Submission Deadline for Workshops & Tutorials andExperiments & Demonstrations ProposalsFEBRUARY 27, 2026: Notification of Acceptance/Rejection for Traditional andSpecial Session PapersMARCH 13, 2026: Submission Deadline for Abstract-Reviewed PapersMARCH 13, 2026: Notification of Acceptance/Rejection for Workshops & Tutorials and Experiments & DemonstrationsMARCH 27, 2026: Submission Deadline for Revised Traditional and Special Session PapersAPRIL 24, 2026: Notification of Acceptance/Rejection for Traditional, Abstract-Reviewed, and Special Session PapersMAY 22, 2026: Submission Deadline for Final Papers and Workshop & TutorialPresentations (Registration Required)Share your thoughts with us! www.emcs.orghttps://www.linkedin.com/company/ieee-emcs/

December 16, 2025Episode 714 min

#71 CROSSTALK John LaSalle: Holiday Wishes and A Bright New Year 2026!

Welcome to the CROSSTALK - the IEEE EMC Society Podcast. Hear us above the Noise! The Podcast to discuss interesting topics on electromagnetic compatibility to our technical community. In this special issue, we have had the opportunity to speak with EMC Society President John LaSalle, who reflects on his term and the remarkable growth of the EMC-S. This success would not have been possible without the dedication and tireless contributions of our active members and volunteers around the globe. Thank you for your unwavering support, passion, and commitment to the Society— together, we've achieved incredible milestones! Wishing all of our valued members and their families, the listeners worldwide a joyful and restful holiday season! May this time be filled with peace, happiness, and cherished moments with loved ones. Thank you for your continued support and we look forward to an exciting year ahead together!Share your thoughts with us! www.emcs.orghttps://www.linkedin.com/company/ieee-emcs/

November 28, 2025Episode 703 min

#70 CROSSTALK John LaSalle: Celebrating Gratitute: A Thanksgiving Message from the EMC-S President

Welcome to the CROSSTALK - the IEEE EMC Society Podcast. Hear us above the Noise! The Podcast to discuss interesting topics on electromagnetic compatibility to our technical community. In this special issue we talk with EMC Society President John LaSalle, who is celebrating gratitute. May you celebrate the thanksgiving day with love in your heart, prosperous vision in your mind, and gratitude in your being. Thanksgiving wishes to everyone!www.emcs.orghttps://www.linkedin.com/company/ieee-emcs/Share your thoughts with us! www.emcs.orghttps://www.linkedin.com/company/ieee-emcs/

August 12, 2025Episode 6912 min

#69 Global SIPI University and Beyond — A Conversation with Christian Schuster

From Hamburg to the global stage, Christian Schuster has been on a mission to bring the SIPI community together. In this episode of CROSSTALK, Omar Webb sits down with Christian—Co-Chair of the Global SIPI University and keynote speaker for EMC+SIPI 2025—to talk about how the idea was born, the teamwork that made it happen, and why it’s become such a valuable space for engineers to learn and connect. Plus, Christian shares a peek at what’s in store for his keynote next year. Share your thoughts with us! www.emcs.orghttps://www.linkedin.com/company/ieee-emcs/

July 24, 2025Episode 6814 min

# 68 CROSSTALK Shaping the Future of EMC with 2025 Symposium Technical Program Chair, Sam Conner

What if you could see the future of EMC—before it arrives? In this episode of CROSSTALK, host Omar Webb sits down with Samuel Conner, Senior Technical Staff Member at IBM and 2025 EMC Symposium Technical Program Chair, to unpack what’s coming next in the world of electromagnetic compatibility.From AI-powered design strategies to HEMP threats and electromagnetic information security, Samuel gives us a front-row seat to the biggest topics and toughest challenges shaping this year’s technical program. Plus, get the inside scoop on what’s happening in the Exhibit Hall—from live demos to expert panels—and how this year’s symposium is leveling up the EMC conversation.Whether you're an engineer, student, or industry veteran, this is the episode to catch before heading to the 2025 Symposium.Share your thoughts with us! www.emcs.orghttps://www.linkedin.com/company/ieee-emcs/

July 18, 2025Episode 674 min

#67 CROSSTALK John LaSalle EMC-S President on the Upcoming 2025 EMC+SIPI Symposium in Raleigh, N.C.

Welcome to the CROSSTALK - the IEEE EMC Society Podcast. Hear us above the Noise!The Podcast to discuss interesting topics on electromagnetic compatibility with our technical community.In this special issue we talk with Joh LaSalle, EMC-S President. He invites you to join and boost your knowledge in EMC during the upcoming 2025 IEEE EMC+SIPI Symposium.Register now! Safe with the early bird discount! Offer ends July 18th.See the advance programm: https://emc2025.org/programs/advance-program/Learn more about the 2025 EMC+SIPI Symposium: https://emc2025.org/Share your thoughts with us! www.emcs.orghttps://www.linkedin.com/company/ieee-emcs/