Research Labs Podcast by SundayPyjamas

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With the Research Labs Show, we want to build a show that can help people develop a framework for themselves to evolve, learn, and impact change in their communities. Stories of Entrepreneurs, Designers, Developers, Researchers, and Leaders sharing their perspectives to help us create a new vision for ourselves and our communities. Just this time, a more informed one. Learn more: sundaypyjamas.com/podcast

  1. #83 Michal Gondar on Embracing the Chaos: How to Ship, Pivot, and Scale SaaS

    FEB 2

    #83 Michal Gondar on Embracing the Chaos: How to Ship, Pivot, and Scale SaaS

    Featured Guest: Michal Gondar, Founder & CEO, Appio.so📍Scotland, UK... In this episode of the Research Labs Podcast, we sit down with Michal Gondar, the founder of Appio, to discuss the messy reality of building and shipping software products. Michal draws on over twenty years of experience to argue that there is no success without chaos and that founders must learn to act even when they lack a perfect plan. He details his philosophy that action produces information, explaining that the only way to solve a business problem is to test the next idea immediately rather than getting stuck in analysis paralysis.We also dive into the practical side of pivoting and scaling, looking at how Michal found a lucrative B2B market by spotting anomalies in his data and why he believes financial safety nets can actually hurt a founder's sense of urgency. The conversation covers the technical story behind Appio, which acts as a missing API for mobile features, and provides an honest look at balancing the robotic efficiency of running a company with the unpredictable joy of raising a child....Links:http://appio.so/https://demo.appio.so/...Credits:Designed by the Research Labs PlatformProduced by SundayPyjamas®Created & Hosted by Prathamesh PatelPodcast Strategy & Production by Nishi PanchalMusic: Ukiyo - Calling (EP)Copyright of SundayPyjamas Inc. 2026

    1h 20m
  2. #82 Alison Canning on Reviving Laptops, Reusing Tech, Reconnecting Communities

    10/20/2025

    #82 Alison Canning on Reviving Laptops, Reusing Tech, Reconnecting Communities

    In this episode, Alison Canning, founder of Let's Get Together, shares the story behind her organization's mission to tackle Canada's digital divide. Learn how her dedicated team of volunteers takes donated laptops, revives them with open-source software like Ubuntu, and provides them to those in need, along with vital internet access and digital literacy training. The impact is staggering: in just the last seven months, their single hub has kept nearly 70,000 lbs of e-waste out of landfills and provided over 1,000 people with essential digital tools. To date, they have distributed over 4,000 computers, with a goal to solve Canada's digital divide by 2030. How You Can Help Every contribution helps build a more connected Canada. You can support their mission by donating funds to help start a new Tech Hub, donating your unwanted technology, or volunteering your time. ➡️ Support on Open Collective: https://opencollective.com/lets-get-together ➡️ Visit the Website: https://www.letsgettogether.ca/ ➡️ Canada Digital Success Dashboard: https://tech4all-test.letsgettogether.ca/canada-digital-dashboard Credits: Designed by the Research Labs Platform Produced by SundayPyjamas® Created & Hosted by Prathamesh Patel Podcast Strategy & Production by Nishi Panchal Music: Ukiyo - Calling (EP) Copyright of SundayPyjamas Inc. 2025

    1h 8m
  3. #81 Dr. Majid Fekri on Building AI RAG Systems, Vector Databases and Information Theory

    05/01/2025

    #81 Dr. Majid Fekri on Building AI RAG Systems, Vector Databases and Information Theory

    Featured Guest: Dr. Majid Fekri, Co-Founder & CTO, Edge AI Innovations 📍Toronto, Canada ... In this episode, Dr. Majid explores the intersection of edge AI and information theory. He shares his vision of running AI efficiently on small devices while preserving privacy and reducing energy consumption. Dr. Majid explains how his company developed a unique approach to retrieval augmented generation (RAG) for edge devices by redefining what "relevance" means through information theory. Their solution uses Shannon's theory of information as the foundation to compress vector signals into binary format, making operations extremely fast and efficient while maintaining accuracy. Dr. Majid also discusses the challenges of deploying AI systems we don't fully understand, the mystery of vector spaces in neural networks, and how their approach provides more mathematical control over AI behavior. ... Links: https://www.edgeaiinnovations.com/ Dr. Majid’s Research Papers: https://scholar.google.ca/citations?user=iCsHW4EAAAAJ&hl=en Moorche Serverless RAG Demo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ehq8wkxIUZM Further Reading about the Episode: https://suite.sundaypyjamas.com/share/23b32843-86dd-42cf-8367-18308bfd5666 ... About SundayPyjamas AI Suite: A Suite for teams to collaborate with AI: The all-in-one platform for collaborative content creation: streamline workflows with real-time editing, AI-powered assistance, secure access, and effortless export. Join the Pilot Program: https://cal.com/sundaypyjamas/pilot Learn more: https://suite.sundaypyjamas.com/ ... Credits: Designed by the Research Labs Platform Produced by SundayPyjamas® Created & Hosted by Prathamesh Patel Podcast Strategy & Production by Nishi Panchal Music: Ukiyo - Calling (EP) Copyright of SundayPyjamas Inc. 2025

    1 hr
  4. #80 Hon. Leela Aheer on BioTech, Government Policy & Life in Politics

    04/28/2025

    #80 Hon. Leela Aheer on BioTech, Government Policy & Life in Politics

    Featured Guest: Hon. Leela Aheer, Sr. Director of Strategy, BioAro Inc. and Former MLA of Alberta 📍Alberta, Canada Episode Overview: Our episode features Hon. Leela Aheer, whose career spans music, politics, and now senior leadership in biotech and investment. She shares her current work as Senior Director of Strategy & Partnerships at BioAro, where the focus is on genomics, AI, and precision medicine, including sports genomics and decentralized healthcare data. Hon. Leela discusses how her team operates in a fast-paced, global environment, building partnerships across Canada, the UAE, the UK, and beyond. A major highlight is the conversation around large-scale national genomics initiatives, such as the UAE’s plan to sequence its entire population and the UK’s 100,000 Genomes Project. We explored the regulatory and policy challenges of operating internationally, including data privacy, informed consent, and the importance of localizing genomic data. Hon. Leela draws on her experience as a former legislator to explain how effective policy requires broad consultation and critical thinking. We also cover the personal side of public service, including resilience in the face of public backlash and the impact on family. ... Links: https://bioaro.com/ https://bioaro.com/biosport Further Reading about the Episode: https://suite.sundaypyjamas.com/share/7edfc39a-51c5-467e-a7ca-b089da0c4b2d … About SundayPyjamas AI Suite: A Suite for teams to collaborate with AI: The all-in-one platform for collaborative content creation: streamline workflows with real-time editing, AI-powered assistance, secure access, and effortless export. Join the Pilot Program: https://cal.com/sundaypyjamas/pilot Learn more: https://suite.sundaypyjamas.com/ ... Credits:Designed by the Research Labs Platform Produced by SundayPyjamas® Created & Hosted by Prathamesh Patel Podcast Strategy & Production by Nishi Panchal Music: Ukiyo - Calling (EP) Copyright of SundayPyjamas Inc. 2025

    55 min
  5. #79 Gabe Dublin on War, Drones, AI & Defense Tech

    04/24/2025

    #79 Gabe Dublin on War, Drones, AI & Defense Tech

    Featured Guest: Gabe Dublin, Co-founder & CEO, Psycraft 📍 Toronto, Canada ... In this episode, Gabe discusses the current state of global defense and emerging trends in defense technology. He shares his insights on the historical context of World War I, the role of Canadian defense tech, and the growing use of drones in military operations. Gabe also talks about Psycraft's work in this field and how the company is driving innovation in defense technology. ... Links: https://psycraft.ca/ https://psycraft.ca/preysight/ Further Reading about the Episode: https://suite.sundaypyjamas.com/share/09cc24e3-273e-4db0-8649-0d63f4e1e36b … About SundayPyjamas AI Suite: A Suite for teams to collaborate with AI: The all-in-one platform for collaborative content creation: streamline workflows with real-time editing, AI-powered assistance, secure access, and effortless export. Join the Pilot Program: https://cal.com/sundaypyjamas/pilot Learn more: https://suite.sundaypyjamas.com/ ... Credits: Designed by the Research Labs Platform Produced by SundayPyjamas® Created & Hosted by Prathamesh Patel Podcast Strategy & Production by Nishi Panchal Music: Ukiyo - Calling (EP) Copyright of SundayPyjamas Inc. 2025

    1h 1m
  6. #78 Jasmeet Singh on Physical AI, Robotics & Understanding North America's VC Ecosystem

    10/28/2024

    #78 Jasmeet Singh on Physical AI, Robotics & Understanding North America's VC Ecosystem

    Featured Guest: Jasmeet Singh, Founder, JMoon Ventures https://jmoon.ventures/ ... We explored the fascinating world of physical AI with Jasmeet, a robotics expert. Key highlights: Diverse Canadian Incubator Ecosystem: Canada offers specialized incubators across various fields, promoting entrepreneurship like no other region. Introduction to Physical AI: The guest defines physical AI as the integration of hardware and AI, enabling real-time learning and interaction. Technical Breakdown: The system consists of hardware (sensors, motors) and software (data processing) that work together to enhance robotic capabilities. Robot Butler Concept: A practical example of how physical AI can be applied in everyday life, showcasing navigation and human interaction. Industrial Applications: Discussion on the transition of robotics from industrial settings to dynamic environments like hotels and homes. Personal Journey in Robotics: The guest shares their lifelong passion for electronics and how it led to a career in robotics. Challenges in Hardware Access: Issues with accessing quality robotics hardware in India are highlighted, along with the guest's startup initiative to address this. Supply Chain Innovations: The startup aims to consolidate the supply chain for robotics hardware, improving access to quality components. Future Vision: An optimistic outlook on how physical AI will enhance daily life and improve human-robot interactions. ... Credits: Designed by the Research Labs Platform Produced by SundayPyjamas® Created & Hosted by Prathamesh Patel Podcast Strategy & Production by Nishi Panchal Music: Ukiyo - Calling (EP) Copyright of SundayPyjamas Inc. 2024

    1h 32m
  7. #77 Opher Brayer on Decoding Human Nature and Leveraging Conversational AI to Unlock Human Potential

    10/01/2024

    #77 Opher Brayer on Decoding Human Nature and Leveraging Conversational AI to Unlock Human Potential

    Featured Guest: Opher Brayer, Co-Founder & Chief Scientific Officer, Impro.ai 📍Toronto, Canada ... Credits: Designed by the Research Labs Platform Produced by SundayPyjamas® Created & Hosted by Prathamesh Patel Podcast Strategy & Production by Nishi Panchal Music: Ukiyo - Calling (EP) Copyright of SundayPyjamas Inc. 2024

    1h 11m
  8. #76 Vidhi Kankaria on Fractional Real Estate Investing, Life in Boston as a Trader & Building Vaar

    09/10/2024

    #76 Vidhi Kankaria on Fractional Real Estate Investing, Life in Boston as a Trader & Building Vaar

    In this episode, we sit down with Vidhi Kankaria, Founder & CEO of Vaar, to explore the transformative world of fractional real estate investing and ownership. Vidhi shares her unique insights from her experience as a trader in Boston and her hands-on analysis of over 120 properties across the US market while building Vaar.Vidhi emphasizes the importance of real estate as a tangible asset class, stating, "Real estate doesn't really like... it's finite and it's there." She discusses her vision for Vaar, aiming to democratize real estate investing and make it as accessible as trading stocks. With a focus on data-driven decision-making, she notes, "The truest truth is in the numbers. Numbers don't lie."Join us as we dive into the fundamentals of fractional real estate investing, the psychological barriers that prevent young professionals from considering real estate as an investment, and the key trends shaping the US real estate market. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the future of property investments and how technology is reshaping the industry.Tune in to discover how Vidhi's journey and insights can help you navigate the evolving landscape of real estate investing. ... Credits:Designed by the Research Labs PlatformProduced by SundayPyjamas®Created & Hosted by Prathamesh PatelPodcast Strategy & Production by Nishi PanchalMusic: Ukiyo - Calling (EP)Copyright of SundayPyjamas Inc. 2024

    1h 17m
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