Unplugged: An IIoT Podcast

Unplugged: An IIoT Podcast

Phil Seboa and Ed Fuentes - Industry Sage Media

Episodes 52
Avg. Duration 54m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 4.6 (5)
Since Jul 2024
Latest Episode Jun 2026

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Every 2 Weeks
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Join industry experts Phil Seboa and Ed Fuentes on "Unplugged: An IIoT Podcast", powered by PLCnext Technology, as they explore the fascinating world of the Industrial Internet of Things. Discover the latest trends, debunk common myths, and gain insights from leading voices in IIoT. From seasoned professionals to those new to IIoT, you'll learn about practical applications and cutting-edge innovations driving digital transformation. Tune in for thought-provoking discussions and engaging interviews, making complex topics accessible and interesting. Brought to you by Industry Sage Media.

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51 - First Principles: De-Risking Industrial Technology and Championing Sovereign Manufacturing with Howard Sachs

Jun 02, 2026 51m

Howard Sachs joins Phil Seboa and Ed Fuentes to discuss how de-risking industrial technology, championing sovereign manufacturing, and first-principles leadership are shaping Australia's industrial…

50 - Why Factory AI Fails Without a Data Foundation with Alexander Kruger

May 13, 2026 58m

Most industrial AI projects fail before they produce anything useful. The models are ready, the dashboards look great, and the executive presentation landed. But on the shop floor, nobody can get…

49 - The Human Context Hidden Behind Industrial Data You Can't Ignore with Bob van de Kuilen

Apr 29, 2026 55m

Most industrial data projects fail before they start. The data is clean, the tools are connected, and the dashboards look great. But nobody can explain why the production line dropped 12% last…

48. Containers Without the Complexity: Bringing IT Tools to the Factory Floor with Neil Cresswell

Apr 15, 2026 1h 1m

Containerization is quietly reshaping how factories deploy and manage software, but most OT teams never asked for it. In this episode powered by PLCnext Technology, we explore why containers matter…

47 - What Ignition 8.3 Means for Industrial Automation's Next Leap with Carl Gould

Apr 01, 2026 52m

Carl Gould, CTO and co-founder of Inductive Automation, joins hosts Phil Seboa and Ed Fuentes for an in-person conversation recorded in Australia ahead of the Ignition Everywhere event in…

46 - Functional Safety, AI Blindspots, and Designing Systems That Actually Work with Jason Watts

Mar 17, 2026 1h

What happens when a controls engineer raised in coal mines starts turning chicken manure into renewable energy? In this episode, made possible by PLCnext Technology, we get a masterclass in practical…

45 - Why PLCnext Technology Is Changing Industrial Automation Forever with Martin Boers

Mar 03, 2026 1h 2m

Join host Ed and Phil as they explore how PLCnext Technology is redefining what industrial controllers can do, and why openness in automation is both a massive opportunity and a serious…

S3E44 44 - From Mining PLCs to AI-Powered Automation: Building the Future SoftPLC with Alex Sharikov

Feb 24, 2026 49m

What happens when a controls engineer with 16 years of mining and manufacturing experience decides to build an AI-powered SoftPLC from scratch? In this episode, we find out.Alex Sharikov, Founder of…

43 - Flowfuse, AI, and the Future of Industrial Automation with ZJ van de Weg

Feb 11, 2026 55m

Industrial automation meets modern software as FlowFuse CEO ZJ van de Weg joins Phil Seboa and Ed Fuentes to unpack how open-source tools like Node-RED are connecting teams across IT and OT, breaking…

S3E42 42 - How Open Architectures and Unified Namespace Are Reshaping Manufacturing with Jasper Louage

Feb 03, 2026 53m

In this episode of Unplugged, powered by PLCnext Technology, Phil and Ed they sit down with Jasper Louage of Mustry Solutions to discuss the latest advances in industrial automation and manufacturing…

41 - From OT Blind Spots to AI-Ready Insights: Transforming Industrial Security with Kevin Wood

Jan 21, 2026 1h 1m

In this week's episode, powered by PLCnext Technology, Cisco's Chief Global Architect Kevin Wood joins the conversation to break down the practical strategies manufacturers need for secure,…

40 - Modern SCADA & IT/OT Integration: The Future of Automation with Max Carritt

Jan 07, 2026 54m

Decades of industrial automation, SCADA implementations, and digital transformation meet the future of IIoT in this conversation with special guest Max Carritt, made possible by PLCnext Technology. …

39 - Overcoming IT and OT Silos: Proven Approaches for Success with David Ariens

Dec 17, 2025 1h 4m

IT and OT have never been closer yet more misunderstood. In this episode, powered by PLCnext Technology, David Ariens brings candid insight from his global industry experience to the table, breaking…

S3E38 38 - How M.E.S Transforms Manufacturing Operations and Slashes Costs w/ Matt Barber

Dec 02, 2025 48m

In this episode of Unplugged, powered by PLCnext Technology, Phil Seboa and Ed Fuentes sit down with Matt Barber, a globally respected MES specialist at Infor, to break down the evolving world of…

37 - Australian Manufacturing’s Biggest Challenges and Surprising Solutions w/ Shane Williams and Paul Mason

Oct 07, 2025 58m

Get a firsthand look into the heart of Australian manufacturing as hosts Phil Seboa and Ed Fuentes sit down with Shane Williams and Paul Mason, two prominent voices from the Manufacturing Tech…

36 - Why Structure Matters: Transforming PLC Programming with Hans Schrynemakers

Sep 23, 2025 46m

Hans Schrynemakers joins hosts Phil Seboa and Ed Fuentes to discuss his journey from frustrated nights on the factory floor to becoming an advocate for structured, modular PLC programming. Hans…

35 - Turning Complex IoT Into Practical Solutions with Alex Sims

Sep 09, 2025 55m

Phil and Ed sit down with Alex Sims, Technical Support Lead at Caliper. With a background as a qualified electrician and data technician, Alex offers a unique perspective on how practical trades…

34 - Real-Time Ethernet, TSN, and Edge AI with Melvin Francis

Aug 26, 2025 52m

Phil Seboa and Ed Fuentes sit down with Melvin Francis, a research-driven engineer and technical marketing leader at BE Services, for a packed conversation on the realities of real-time industrial…

33 - How Ignition 8.3 Is Changing Industrial Automation Forever with Colby Clegg

Aug 05, 2025 33m

This special episode of Unplugged is brought to you by our sponsor, Inductive Automation and marks our first-ever in-person recording.Join hosts Phil Seboa and Ed Fuentes as they sit down live with…

32. How Jan Madsen Built Europe's Ignition-Only Premier Integrator

Jul 24, 2025 53m

Jan Madsen, founder of Enuda, shares his unique perspective on systems integration in Europe and what it means to build an Ignition-only team that bridges the gap between operations and finance. Jan…

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