Trace Talks

Welcome to Trace Talks with the PCB Guy, the podcast that unravels the intricate world of PCB design and fabrication! Join our host, Amit Bahl, as he takes you on a journey through the circuits, layers, and innovations shaping the electronics landscape. Each episode delves into the art and science of printed circuit boards, featuring expert insights, industry trends, and the fascinating stories behind your favorite electronic devices. Trace Talks offers a blend of technical expertise and engaging discussions, making the complex world of PCBs accessible to all. Tune in for illuminating conversations, design tips, and a deep dive into the heart of electronics!

Trace Talks is a technology podcast hosted by Lucy I., with 12 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Lucy I. hosts Trace Talks, a technology show with 12 episodes published.

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  Episode #12

  EMC Duo with Kenneth Wyatt and Karen Burnham | Trace Talks EP 12

  Jul 14, 20261h 35m

  How did we even get two of the biggest EMC experts on planet Earth to be guest stars on Trace Talks? Well, we had booked Ken for when he'd be in town for DesignCon, then we ran into Karen at DesignCon, and we were like... how about an EMC duo episode? EPISODE BREAKDOWN 0:00:00 - So why EMC? 0:06:08 - EM tools 0:15:40 - Noise... 0:26:27 - SI + EM 0:46:28 - The PCB Guy has risen 0:55:30 - How to learn EMC 1:06:11 - PCB mechanical challenges 1:20:15 - The EMC pocket guide Enjoy the episode! Check out Kenneth Wyatt's website: https://benchtopemc.com/ And Karen Burnham's EMC United: https://www.emcunited.com/

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  Episode #11

  All Things PCB with Robert Feranec | Trace Talks EP 11

  Jul 8, 20261h 15mS0

  <p>We finally got the one and only Robert Feranec to come on Trace Talks! Sadly, the PCB Guy wasn't able to join this episode but the PCB Girl rose to the occasion and hosted this podcast like a pro. Our PCB design engineer Greg was there, too, in his fashionable hunter costume. </p> <p> </p> <p>EPISODE BREAKDOWN </p> 0:00:42 - China vs USA 0:08:15 - About Robert 0:17:28 - What it takes to do layout 0:29:04 - Top Fedevel courses 0:37:31 - Fab-proven stack-ups 0:46:15 - Stupid question... 0:51:55 - Choosing a PCB shop 1:02:51 - True or false

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  Episode #11

  All Things PCB with Robert Feranec | Trace Talks EP 11

  Jul 8, 20261h 15m

  We finally got the one and only Robert Feranec to come on Trace Talks! Sadly, the PCB Guy wasn't able to join this episode but the PCB Girl rose to the occasion and hosted this podcast like a pro. Our PCB design engineer Greg was there, too, in his fashionable hunter costume. EPISODE BREAKDOWN 0:00:42 - China vs USA 0:08:15 - About Robert 0:17:28 - What it takes to do layout 0:29:04 - Top Fedevel courses 0:37:31 - Fab-proven stack-ups 0:46:15 - Stupid question... 0:51:55 - Choosing a PCB shop 1:02:51 - True or false

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  Episode #10

  Inside Quilter's Project Speedrun Built by Sierra | Trace Talks EP 10

  Jun 30, 20261h 19mS0

  <p>After coming on the podcast a year ago to introduce Quilter, Sergiy Nesterenko and Ben Jordan are back on Trace Talks with the PCB Guy to discuss Project Speedrun. </p> <p> </p> <p>EPISODE BREAKDOWN </p> <p>0:00:00 Project Speedrun </p> <p>0:04:56 Speed and functionality </p> <p>0:13:19 "You have to respect the physics" </p> <p>0:19:39 Impedance requirements </p> <p>0:24:14 Getting started with Quilter </p> <p>0:32:32 - Fabricating Project Speedrun </p> <p>00:45:25 - Quilter's 2026 goals </p> <p>00:55:18 - The physics problems solved by Quilter's models </p> <p>1:03:29 - Working with manufacturing constraints </p> <p>1:08:24 - AI in 2026 </p> <p>1:17:29 - OFF P...

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  Episode #10

  Inside Quilter's Project Speedrun Built by Sierra | Trace Talks EP 10

  Jun 30, 20261h 19m

  After coming on the podcast a year ago to introduce Quilter, Sergiy Nesterenko and Ben Jordan are back on Trace Talks with the PCB Guy to discuss Project Speedrun. EPISODE BREAKDOWN 0:00:00 Project Speedrun 0:04:56 Speed and functionality 0:13:19 "You have to respect the physics" 0:19:39 Impedance requirements 0:24:14 Getting started with Quilter 0:32:32 - Fabricating Project Speedrun 00:45:25 - Quilter's 2026 goals 00:55:18 - The physics problems solved by Quilter's models 1:03:29 - Working with manufacturing constraints 1:08:24 - AI in 2026 1:17:29 - OFF PCB Learn more about Quilter and Project Speedrun: https://www.quilter.ai/project-speedrun

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