IoT Connect

Live from RE+ 2025: Interviews with Autel Energy, Renu Robotics, Generac, and Civ Robotics

Mon, 22 Sep 2025 14:00:00 -0400

Exclusive Interviews from the Show Floor at RE+

Join us at RE+ 2025 as Robb interviews industry experts from Autel Energy, Renu Robotics, Generac, and Civ Robotics. Discover the latest advancements in EV charging technology, autonomous mowing solutions, energy storage systems, and robotic precision marking for solar farms. Learn how these companies are transforming the landscape of renewable energy and smart technology. Don't miss these insightful discussions on cutting-edge solutions and future innovations!

00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:12 AUTEL Energy's Innovative Chargers
02:06 Exploring Fast Charging Units
02:57 Distributed Power Cabinet and Future Plans
05:23 Renu Robotics: Autonomous Mowing Solutions
06:57 Generac's Energy Solutions
09:01 Civ Robotics: Precision Marking Technology

Capital Eleven Founders Series with Robby Hamblet, Founder of TEAL

Mon, 28 Jul 2025 11:00:00 -0400

The fireside chat begins with an introduction to Robby from TEAL, who shares his entrepreneurial journey, starting from his teenage years in New Hampshire where he dabbled in technology and eventually started his company, TEAL. Robby discusses TEAL's mission to solve network orchestration challenges for enterprises, emphasizing the company's innovative solutions and unique market approach. He also delves into the difficulties faced in securing partnerships with major telecom providers and how strategic relationships played a crucial role in their success. Robby offers insights into scaling a startup, managing remote teams versus local teams, and the importance of being passionate about the problem you're solving. He also addresses the impact of AI on business operations and provides advice to fellow founders on perseverance and market analysis. The session concludes with Robby sharing personal anecdotes about managing fast growth and the necessity of being adaptable in a constantly evolving tech landscape.

Space and Air Supremacy: The Role of Drones in Modern Warfare

Wed, 25 Jun 2025 15:00:00 -0400

The IoT Connect podcast, hosted by TEAL, focuses on how drones are transforming the battlefield. Guests Mariano Long and General Tom Sharpy discuss their impressive backgrounds and current work at Portal Space. They explore the evolution of drones from intelligence gathering to offensive capabilities, emphasizing the advantages of unmanned aerial systems in terms of persistence, cost, and operational flexibility. The conversation delves into the challenges of preventing drone technology from falling into the wrong hands, the cybersecurity threats associated with unmanned systems, and the necessity for policy and procurement processes to keep pace with technological advancements. They highlight the role of companies like TEAL in providing secure and reliable connectivity, which is crucial for mission success in both military and commercial applications.

Live from XPONENTIAL 2025 Unveiling Cutting-Edge Unmanned Technology

Fri, 23 May 2025 13:00:00 -0400

Live from XPONENTIAL 2025 in Houston, Texas! TEAL is bringing you exclusive interviews from the show floor where the future of unmanned systems is on display!

🎥 Highlights from our interviews:
Hextronics discusses their advanced battery-swapping drone systems, revolutionizing mission autonomy in emergency response and beyond.

Wisk introduces their fully autonomous passenger eVTOL, projected to hit the market by 2030, aiming for safety, scalability, and affordability.

Ghost Robotics presents their highly durable quadruped systems designed for first responders, military use, and industrial applications in 2025.

But here’s the real game-changer—the foundation of all these cutting-edge solutions lies in consistent, reliable connectivity. TEAL is here to keep your unmanned solutions connected and operational with seamless access to global networks across 196 countries. With the ability to dynamically switch between carriers over-the-air, TEAL ensures unparalleled flexibility and reliability.

👀 Get ready to explore the future of unmanned technology and learn how these innovations are shaping the landscape of autonomy and efficiency.

Live from ISC West: Exploring Cutting-Edge Security Technologies at ISC West 2025

Fri, 04 Apr 2025 09:00:00 -0400

Live from ISC West at the Venetian Expo, Las Vegas, exploring connected technologies for protecting people, places, and things.

Summary:
- Interview with Brent, Co-Founder and COO of Asylon Robotics
- Introduction of DroneDog for robotic perimeter security, based on Boston Dynamics' Spot platform
- DroneDog's usage statistics: 100,000 security patrols and 125,000 miles covered in a year
- Discussion on augmenting security workforces with robotics
- Introduction of Vosker's cellular security cameras, ideal for locations without WiFi or electricity
- Vosker's focus on markets like construction and farming
- Insight into RAD Security's AI and autonomous response solutions
- RAD's deployment in transportation, logistics, and international locations
- Emphasizing the importance of reliable connectivity for security solutions

Live From the EV Charging Summit & Expo: Unveiling Innovations and Tackling Reliability Challenges

Mon, 31 Mar 2025 16:00:00 -0400

Live from the EV Charging Summit & Expo at the Westgate in Las Vegas, featuring top companies revolutionizing EV infrastructure. Interviews include Rebecca from Lincoln Electric discussing their portable and DC fast chargers, Kevin from Monta on software solutions for reliability, Ray Snell from Nova Charge on their mobile and DC fast chargers, Alex from X Charge showcasing their innovative bidirectional DC chargers, and Fred from Charge Lab on proactive and predictive CMS software. Key topics include charger reliability, uptime, and connectivity solutions from TEAL.

IoT Connect: Transforming IoT Connectivity with the Only eSIM with Unlimited 5G Data

Mon, 24 Feb 2025 21:00:00 -0500

In this episode of' IoT Connect TEAL CEO, Robby Hamblet, discusses the launch of the industry's first and only IoT eSIM with Unlimited 5G Data. The new service offers a flat-rate monthly subscription for unlimited high-quality data, tailored for enterprise IoT applications such as video surveillance, LIDAR equipment, drones, facilities management and retail digital signage. This groundbreaking solution provides flexibility, high performance, and eliminates the constraints of pay-per-megabyte plans, making it a game-changer for fixed-location and heavy-data IoT use cases. The unlimited 5G data plan is available for $99 per month.

Have a listen to this episode to learn more!

Ready to get started? Visit TEAL's website at teal.io

IoT Connect Podcast - Breaking Barriers in IoT Connectivity with TEAL's OpenEIM SGP.32 Platform

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 13:00:00 -0500

In this episode of the IoT Connect Podcast we cover exciting updates in the world of eSIM technology. Tune in for an in-depth conversation with TEAL's founder and CEO, Robby Hamblet, who discusses TEAL's new OpenEIM solution, a free and open approach to eSIM management designed to simplify and democratize eSIM use for IoT devices.

Learn how OpenEIM, TEAL's eIM (eUICC remote Identity Manager) supports the GSMA's new SGP.32 eSIM standard, allowing users to bring their own SIM cards and carriers onto the TEAL platform, thus breaking away from traditional, restrictive models.

Listen in to find out how OpenEIM is reducing barriers, enhancing custoemr experiences and supporting diverse business models by facilitating easier and free access to various network profiles.

How can TEAL offer eSIM capabilities for free? Listen in to learn more.

Check out the podcast and find out how OpenEIM benefits OEMs, MNOs, and enterprises by streamlining activation processes and reucing logistical complexities.

Tune into all episodes of TEAL's IoT Connect Podcast at: https://tealcom.io/iotconnect

IoT Connect Podcast - Enhancing Safety through IoT: MetAlert’s Innovative Life Saving Solutions

Thu, 19 Dec 2024 13:00:00 -0500

In this episode of IoT Connect, hosted by TEAL, Patrick Bertagna, CEO of MetAlert, comes back on the show and discusses the deployment of TEAL’s technology in MetAlert’s Smart Soles and their new Gun Alert product. He elaborates on the Gun Alert’s capabilities, such as motion detection and GPS tracking, aimed at preventing gun-related tragedies. Additionally, Bertagna highlights the importance of security and privacy, explaining their partnership with American-made TEAL eSIMs to maintain data security. He also mentions MetAlert's collaborations with the American Legion for veteran suicide prevention and emphasizes the global reach and critical applications of Smart Soles for individuals with cognitive disorders. Promotions and discounts available for the holiday season are shared, reaffirming the company's commitment to supporting law enforcement and military communities.
Tune into all episodes of TEAL's IoT Connect Podcast at: https://tealcom.io/iotconnect

Exploring SGP.32: The Next Revolution in eSIM Technology for IoT

Tue, 17 Dec 2024 13:00:00 -0500

In this episode of IoT Connect, brought to you by TEAL, the discussion centers on the latest advancements in eSIM technology with special guest Robby Hamblet, CEO of TEAL. Robby delves into the groundbreaking GSMA standard, SGP.32, which is set to revolutionize IoT device connectivity by merging the advantages of previous standards (SGP.02 and SGP.22) and addressing issues of interoperability and flexibility. The conversation covers the history, development, and excitement around SGP.32, explaining its significance for OEMs and enterprises. The episode also highlights TEAL’s initiatives and Robby's plans to showcase their latest solutions at CES 2025.

Tune into TEAL's IoT Connect Podcast at: tealcom.io/iotconnect

IoT Connect Podcast with Guest: Rob Gaskin of Three Group Solutions

Tue, 15 Oct 2024 15:00:00 -0400

Thanks for listening to the IoT Connect where we’re covering the most interesting topics, trends, and news around the internet of things. IoT Connect is brought to you by TEAL, a wholly owned, patented eSIM platform that connects any IoT device, onto any network around the world.

This episode of IoT Connect was recorded in Las Vegas during MWC (Mobile World Congress 2024). We are thrilled to interview Rob Gaskin of Three Group Solutions, part of CK Hutchison Group Telecom operating mobile networks in 11 markets, powering over 175 million connections globally!

In this episode we cover:
- TEAL's recent partnership announcement with Three and why TEAL customers should get excited about the partnership.
- Some of the topics that Three was talking about during MWC Las Vegas - The ease and speed of working with Three Group Solutions
- The coolest tech and solutions that we saw at MWC Las Vegas
- Hot topics such as Satellite Direct to Cellular and Travel eSIMs

If you’re like us and you’re enthusiastic about IoT, be sure to like this video and click that subscribe button below. Be sure to listen in to future episode of IoT Connect at teacom.io/iotconnect

IoT Connect Podcast with Guest: Patrick Bertagna, CEO of MetAlert

Wed, 11 Sep 2024 11:00:00 -0400

Thanks for tuning into IOT Connect where we’re covering the most interesting topics, trends, and news around the internet of things.

IOT Connect is brought to you by TEAL, a wholly owned, patented eSIM platform that connects any IoT device, onto any network around the world.
In this episode of IoT Connect we are joined by Patrick Bertagna, the CEO and Founder of MetAlert.

This episode highlights innovative real-time tracking technologies designed in practical formats, such as GPS-enabled insoles and MetAlert's new gun tracking solutions, aimed at saving lives and enhancing the safety of our communities.

In this episode, we cover:

The founding story and mission of MetAlert
Key solutions that protect communities globally
Challenges MetAlert addresses for its customers
The critical importance of connectivity in IoT
Future technologies and market expansions in IoT

If you’re like us and you’re enthusiastic about IoT, be sure to like this video and click that subscribe button below.

Be sure to listen in to future episode of IoT Connect at teacom.io/iotconnect

IoT Connect Podcast with the Founder/CTO and VP of Marketing from AquaSpy

Mon, 29 Jul 2024 22:00:00 -0400

Thanks for tuning into IoT Connect where we’re covering the most interesting topics, trends, and news around the internet of things. IoT Connect is brought to you by TEAL, a wholly owned, patented eSIM platform that connects any IoT device, to any network around the world.

In this episode we welcome Peter Ellegaard and Kathleen Glass from AquaSpy to the show. Peter is the CTO and Founder of AquaSpy and Kathleen heads up their marketing.

AquaSpy’s intelligent ag-tech solutions do more than monitor soil moisture, they show you how your plants are doing every day, every minute.

In this episode we cover:
1. How AquaSpy's intelligent, cloud-based IoT Agriculture platform is transforming farming
2. The Story behind why/how AquaSpy was founded?
3. What the future of connected farming will hold? What technologies/partnerships AquaSpy is excited about?
4. What sectors within farming benefit the most from AquaSpy’s technology?
5. Upcoming must attend ag-tech events

You don’t want to miss this episode! Tune in and have a listen! Check out the IoT Connect podcast page to listen to more episodes with interviews with the leading names in IoT and telecom! Tealcom.io/iotconnect

IoT Connect with Hermann Frank CEO and Founder of Gigs

Mon, 15 Jul 2024 10:00:00 -0400

Thanks for tuning into IoT Connect! Your source for expert interviews with leaders from across the spectrum of IoT that are making an impact in various industries. In this episode we welcome Hermann Frank to our show.

Hermann is the CEO and Founder of Gigs (Gigs.com), the world's first telecom-as-a-service platform. By enabling any company to launch its own wireless service in a matter of days, Gigs helps its customers differentiate their product offering, increase customer stickiness and unlock new revenue streams through embedded connectivity. As the only end-to-end connectivity provider, Gigs offers a broad set of products and services, including premium wholesale, a hosted checkout, subscription management, payments, analytics, AI, and more. The company is backed by Google, Y Combinator, and prominent business angels and investors like Dara Khosrowshahi (CEO of Uber), Tony Xu (Co-founder & CEO of DoorDash), and Fidji Simo (CEO of Instacart).

In this episode we cover:
- The ins and outs of Gigs telecom-as-a-service platform and why Hermann founded the company.
- What the process of launching a branded wireless service looked like before Gigs.
-What types of businesses are leveraging the Gigs platform today.
- Gigs' new partnership announcement with Nubank.
- Why tech companies are becoming more bullish on launching their own MVNOs
- What the future of phone plans looks like

You don’t want to miss this episode! Tune in and have a listen! Check out the IoT Connect podcast page to listen to more episodes with interviews with the leading names in IoT and telecom! Tealcom.io/iotconnect

IoT Connect Podcast with Guests Brian Deutsch (Pivotal) and Glenn Lurie (Stormbreaker VC)

Wed, 06 Dec 2023 12:00:00 -0500

Thanks for tuning into IOT Connect where we’re covering the most interesting topics, trends, and news around the internet of things.
IOT Connect is brought to you by: TEAL, a wholly owned, patented eSIM platform that connects Any IoT device, to any network around the world.

About Our Guests:
Brian Deustch
Brian is the CEO of Pivotal Commware, and leads an incredible team in the forefront of next generation communications using Holographic Beamforming to harness and direct radio waves to maximize spectrum efficiency and broadband data throughput.

Glenn Lurie
Glenn most recently was the President, CEO and Board member at Synchronoss Technologies. Prior to Synchronoss Glenn served as the President and CEO of AT&T’s Mobility and Consumer Operations where he successfully grew AT&T into one of the nation’s leading wireless and consumer business. Today Glenn is a Partner at Stormbreaker VC, serves on the board of Avis Budget Group, Teal and Pivotal to name a few.
In this episode:
• Learn about the founding story behind Pivotal and how big names like Bill Gates became involved as investors in the company.
• Find out how Brian and Glenn met and how Glenn ended up joining Pivotal’s board of directors.
• The growing wireless demand for data – when did Brian realize there was going to be massive demand in the market?
• What is Holographic Beam Forming (HBF) and why is this technique preferred over/against MIMO antenna techniques?
• Learn about the Intelligent Beam Management System (IBMS) and why is it important?
• What is Fixed Wireless Access (FWA)? Why is FWA important? How does growing FWA coverage benefit mobile network operators (MNOs)? Why do operators want to grow FWA coverage?
• What are the next steps for mmWave (millimeter wave)?
• Where is Pivotal making an impact, from edge connectivity, to multifamily, to military applications.
• What the future holds and where Pivotal is taking their technology

You don’t want to miss this episode! Tune in and have a listen!

Check out the IoT Connect podcast page to listen to more episodes with interviews with the leading names in IoT and telecom! Tealcom.io/iotconnect

IoT Connect with Guests: Rob Tiffany and Robert Hamblet, CEO of TEAL

Thu, 22 Jun 2023 12:00:00 -0400

Thank you for tuning into IoT Connect where we’re covering the most interesting topics, trends, and news around the internet of things. IOT Connect is brought to you by: TEAL, a wholly owned, patented, GSMA certified eSIM platform that connects Any IoT device, to any network around the world.

In this episode of IoT Connect, Rob Tiffany joins the show with Teal CEO, Robby Hamblet. Rob Tiffany is a technologist, IoT expert, influencer and IoT evangelist with a long history of working with IoT technology since its inception.

Topics Covered:
• What is eSIM?
• SGP.32 New eSIM Standard – Consumer eSIM for IoT (not for consumers!)
• Benefits of SIM vs Multi-IMSI vs eSIM
• Why Multi-IMSI is an “endangered” species
• The Stargate Universe
• eSIM and Satellite technology use case examples
• Examples of Cellular IoT use case
• The future of Indoor Cellular
• New Power over Ethernet (PoE) use cases
• Why are some carriers rushing to adopt eSIM while others aren’t?
• Why the Math doesn’t work if Amazon or other FAANG companies merged with leading carriers.
• Why 6G should be dedicated to high-bandwidth

IoT Connect Podcast with Guest, Michael Zeto, Chief Commercial Officer at Boingo Wireless

Tue, 14 Mar 2023 11:00:00 -0400

Thank you for tuning into IOT Connect where we’re covering the most interesting topics, trends, and news around the internet of things. IOT Connect is brought to you by: TEAL, a wholly owned, patented, GSMA certified eSIM platform that connects Any IoT device, to any network around the world.

In this episode we welcome, Michael Zeto to our show! Mike is a seasoned technology executive and telecom operator with a successful track record of leading high growth initiatives for Fortune 100 brands and emerging businesses. He currently serves as chief commercial officer (CCO) at Boingo Wireless, a leading connectivity provider. Mike is focused on bringing the promise of 5G and digital transformation to large venues and enterprises worldwide!

Topics Covered:
- What is the promise of 5G and how will it change the way that business, people, and things connect?
- How is 5G powering the connected enterprise?
- How can enterprises best manage connectivity demands?
- How Boingo and TEAL are working together at Petco Park.
- Advice for leading a great team.

Be sure to tune into future episode of IoT Connect and you can watch past episodes at: www.tealcom.io/iotconnect

IoT Connect Podcast with Guests, David Haight and Kyle Pickens of Globalstar

Mon, 09 Jan 2023 13:00:00 -0500

Thank you for tuning into IOT Connect where we’re covering the most interesting topics, trends, and news around the internet of things. IOT Connect is brought to you by: TEAL, a wholly owned, patented, GSMA certified eSIM platform that connects Any IoT device, to any network around the world.

Be sure to listen into this episode to hear from, Dave Haight and Kyle Pickens from Globalstar.

Dave is the Vice President of IoT at Globalstar and joined the company after his success developing the IoT business at AT&T as well as other companies. Kyle serves as the Vice President of Strategy and Communications at Globalstar. serves as the Vice President of Strategy and Communications at Globalstar.

For anyone out there who’s looking to learn more about satellite communications and who’s interested in what the future of satellite will look like, this show is for you. Globalstar is one of the leaders in satellite technology connecting users in areas where traditional networks are either unreliable or unavailable. Have a listen!

IoT Connect Podcast with Guest: Jerome Riordan

Wed, 14 Dec 2022 11:00:00 -0500

Thank you for tuning into IOT Connect where we’re covering the most interesting topics, trends, and news around the internet of things. On this episode we welcome, Jerome Riordan, to our show.

Jerome is the Vice President of Business Development and Sales, at Tri Cascade where he is helping to build a cleaner and greener connected world. Tri Cascade or TCI designs the latest Machine to Machine and Internet of Things (IoT) solutions for smart Home automation Management. TCI is based in Irvine, California with design and manufacturing facilities in Taiwan.

IoT Connect is brought to you by: Teal, a wholly owned, patented, GSMA certified eSIM platform that connects Any IoT device, to any network around the world.

IoT Connect Podcast with Guest: Mark Cranney

Thu, 20 Oct 2022 14:00:00 -0400

Thank you for tuning into IoT Connect where we’re covering the most interesting topics, trends, and news around the internet of things. IoT Connect is brought to you by TEAL, a patented, GSMA certified eSIM platform that connects any IoT device, onto any network worldwide. Our guest, Mark Cranney has successfully led three high-growth companies to Unicorn-status in his career as an operator.

He was the COO at Skydio, an enterprise and consumer drone company where he led all operations and go-to-market strategy for the company.

Prior to Skydio, Mark was COO at SignalFX and he was the founding operating partner of Andreessen Horowitz’s market development team. Mark led worldwide-field operations for Opsware and his company-building skills at Opsware are well chronicled in two of Ben Horowitz’s books: “The Hard Thing About Hard Things” and “What You Do Is Who You Are”.

Mark has seen what it takes to achieve greatness and it was a pleasure to have this go to market legend of the sales game on our podcast.

In this episode we cover the following:
• How are drones helping with things like national defense, with first responders and even with enterprises
• How to ensure that things that move, like drones, stay reliably connected?
• Cranney Farms and Mark’s background in farming. How IoT is having a positive impact on farming
• The promise of eSIM technology
• The most exciting IoT technologies that will make a dent in the universe in the next 3-5 years
• Go-to-market advice for founders and other pioneers

You don't want to miss this episode of IoT Connect so be sure to have a listen!

Learn more at tealcom.io/iotconnect

IoT Connect Podcast with Guest: Perry Satterlee

Wed, 21 Sep 2022 14:00:00 -0400

Thank you for tuning into IoT Connect where we’re covering the most interesting topics, trends, and news around the internet of things. IoT Connect is brought to you by TEAL, a wholly owned, patented, GSMA certified eSIM platform that connects any IoT device, onto any network worldwide. Our guest, Perry Sattery, was formerly the COO of Clearwire. He was also the President of the Pacific Northwest Area for Nextel Communications, Inc., served as Vice President and General Manager of Central California District of AT&T Wireless Services, formerly McCaw Cellular, and he was General Manager of McCaw Cellular's Ventura/Santa Barbara market.

In this episode we cover the following:

· The early days of IoT from the carrier’s perspective

· Why the carriers were slow to make the move form voice to data

· Clearwire’s unique position in the market staking its claim in data

· How Perry helped to lead and grow Recon Dynamics, an early IoT company that is still around today

· New technologies that excite Perry including eSIM technology

· Important leadership lessons and advice

You don't want to miss this episode so be sure to have a listen!

IoT Connect with Guest: Rob Tiffany

Mon, 29 Aug 2022 19:00:00 -0400

Thank you for tuning into IOT Connect where we’re covering the most interesting topics, trends, and news around the internet of things.

IOT Connect is brought to you by TEAL, a wholly owned, patented, GSMA certified eSIM platform that connects Any IoT device, to any network around the world.

Our guest, Rob Tiffany is a technology executive, digital strategist and U.S. Navy Submarine veteran. A bestselling author, podcaster, and keynote speaker, his thought leadership ranges from the Internet of Things to Sustainability to Mobile. He’s designed and developed software used by the world’s largest organizations.

In this episode go back in time to the early days of IoT. What were some of the early IoT use cases that gave rise to the connected world of today? How is IoT improving agriculture? What is digital twinning? What are the benefits of 5G for IoT and IIoT?

You don't want to miss this episode, be sure to have a listen!

IoT Connect with Guest: Glenn Lurie, Partner at Stormbreaker Venture Group

Mon, 29 Aug 2022 19:00:00 -0400

Thank you for tuning into IOT Connect where we’re covering the most interesting topics, trends, and news around the internet of things.

IOT Connect is brought to you by TEAL, a wholly owned, patented, GSMA certified eSIM platform that connects Any IoT device, to any network around the world.

Our guest, Glenn Lurie is currently a Partner at Stormbreaker Venture Group, serves on the board of Teal Communications as well as being on the board of Avis and 4 other companies. Glenn was previously the President and CEO of AT&T Mobility and Consumer Operations. He has also served as the CEO and Director at Synchronoss Technologies, and was the Chariman-Emeritus at CTIA-The Wireless Association. Glenn was named as one of just 10 “MobileGameChangers” by Russell Reynolds Associates for his mobile-first approach to developing innovative services that enhance the way people live. Glenn was named to the Global Telecom Business “Power 100” multiple times, awarded Wireless Week’s Telecom Leadership Award.

In this episode take a look at the early days of IoT from a carrier perspective. Having led AT&T Mobility and Consumer Operations gave Glenn a unique perspective on the connected world during the early days of IoT.

In this episode we cover the following:
Why were carriers like AT&T either bullish or bearish on IoT?
What was the spark that got carriers excited about IoT?
What multi-carrier connectivity offerings will be the most successful?
What are some of the benefits of the connected car?
What are some of the challenges that companies like Avis are trying to overcome when it comes to keeping their cars connected?
What are some of the most exciting use cases that will benefit the most from 5G?
What about 5G Private Networks? How will private networks play a role in the 5G IoT ecosystem?

You don't want to miss this episode so be sure to have a listen!