Podcasts are everywhere, and tens of thousands of them explore a variety of tech subjects, including Internet of Things topics. IoT is such a broad field that it demands the broad discussion that a 25-minute, or even a 45-minute, podcast can help provide.
That’s not to say there isn’t already plenty of written published material in white papers and reports on IoT topics, but podcasts on IoT seem to have opened the door to interviews of IoT experts by relatively little-known tech journalists or even hobbyists who ask savvy questions and sometimes elicit provocative responses.
Often, these podcasts are highly produced in audio and video, with background music, search notes and full transcripts posted online. They tend to be conducted in an informal talk show manner, which breaks down many of the norms of traditional business and technology journalism but opens the door to a range of philosophical insights on matters such as the impact of the metaverse on IoT. Plus, they offer greater intimacy than a printed report, featuring engaging hosts who are willing to joke and cajole their interview subjects.
A quick web survey reveals a variety of the most-searched podcasts on Internet of Things topics, everything from IoT security after Russia invaded Ukraine to smart building energy management to cellular connection management. Some of the popular IoT podcasts feature interviews with CEOs and top executives.
In one recent installment on the IoT for All podcast,Qualcomm’s Art Miller, vice president and global head of retail IoT, described his role as well as the broad retail IoT vertical during a 25-minute interview and dialog with host Ryan Chacon. A YouTube video of the podcast is included with a full transcript and a countdown of different topics that came up, including “where companies push back when looking to adopt IoT.” (Miller’s response, as many might expect, includes the recognition that companies are concerned over cost and return on investment—still.)
Here is a list of nine IoT podcasts, several among the most popular, based on web searches, all recommended by blogger Madeline Miller. She covers IoT news and innovation and writes for several professional writing services including Paper Fellows, Ox Essays and Boom Essays.
9. IoT Podcast—Internet of Things
This podcast discusses anything and everything IoT related. There's plenty to discuss, and hosts Stacey Higginbotham (formerly senior editor at Fortune) and Kevin Tofel cover everything from consumer, industrial and enterprise IoT. They also bring on special guests who help them cover these topics to gain a deeper understanding of the IoT rollout process.
Recent episodes include:
- How will DST affect the IoT?
- IoT Security after Russia invaded Ukraine
- IoT Builds a Better Mousetrap
8. The Channel 9 Internet Of Things Show
Every week, The Channel 9 Internet of Things Show brings listeners episodes via video and audio. In each show, they cover demos of upcoming tech and industry talk.
The popular feature about this podcast: it takes viewer requests. Burning questions on IoT are discussed answered, and viewers are encouraged to send in their inquiries for hosts to cover.
Recent episodes include:
- Behind the scenes of Keurig’s SMART coffee brewers powered by Azure IoT Central
- An open-source library that makes Digital Twins development easy
- Bridge IoT, Screens and Mobile with Ombori Grid
7. Industrial IoT Spotlight
Industrial IoT is this podcast’s bread and butter. The Industrial IoT Spotlight podcast highlights solutions impacting businesses today.
In every episode, an expert is interviewed about his or her expertise.
Here are some recent episodes:
- Accelerate progress from pilot to production with Jonathan Beri (CEO at Golioth)
- Data infrastructure as a managed service with Tarush Aggarwal (CEO at 5X), AND
- Prescriptive insights to optimize production processes with Laurent Laporte (CEO at Braincube)
6. The Internet of Things Show With Bruce Sinclair
Now known as The Private Equity Digital Transformation Show, this podcast will help listeners learn the basics, such as network protocols and IoT standards. The podcast also covers more complex topics like artificial intelligence and digitization.
Recent episodes of The Private Equity Digital Transformation Show include:
- Practically Deploying AI within your Smart Product or Process
- Smart Building Energy Management for Commercial Real Estate
- Adopting Continuous Improvement Through Digital Transformation
5. Over the Air
Another podcast for IoT fanatics. Every Tuesday, an IoT expert is interviewed about his or her journey. Experts talk about the mistakes they’ve made along the way, and what they wish they'd known when they first got started.
Recent episodes include:
- Intrapreneurship in Industry 4.0: What You Need to Succeed
- The OG of IoT: A Chat w/ Rob Tiffany (2-part episode)
4. First Things First – Stories from IoT Implementers
This podcast covers some of the most notable stories of failure from well-known figures in the industry. Listeners will be able to see how their strategies panned out when they put them to use. It's a great way to learn and apply these lessons to one’s own work.
While it’s been three years since their last episode, the series is still worthwhile. (And many installments are under 15 minutes.)
Some of their best episodes include:
- Massive IoT, Massive Mess – Why cellular connection management is so important for LPWA
- How pre-provisioned and personalized modules usher in a new era of IoT security
- What is an intelligent module?
3. The Peggy Smedley Show
This podcast is unique as it’s often broadcast live from some of the most well-known tech and industry events. It'll give good insight into what's happening in the industry, and how to keep current.
Recent episodes include:
- A Resurgence for American Manufacturing
- The Future of Manufacturing Is Smart
- All about Water Quality
2. The Future Of...
As the name suggests, in this podcast listeners hear about the future of IoT tech that's out there right now.
Two episodes of The Future Of… are currently available:
- The Future of the Metaverse
- The Future of Construction
1. IoT for All
Finally, this popular podcast covers everything about IoT, and brings together some of the best minds in the industry. Listeners will learn from the experts as they recall their experiences and explain how they got to where they are now.
Recent episodes include:
- How Retail IoT Improves the Store Experience
- Why Integration is Key to IoT Success, AND
- How Low-Code IoT Will Enable Self-Service Solutions