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FinFactor: Expert Insights for the CFOHumanoid Robotics & the CFO: Preparing for the $8/Hour WorkforceThe office of the CFO is standing at the precipice of a "Great Transition." As AI and humanoid robotics evolve at light speed, the traditional metrics for capital allocation are being rewritten. In this episode of FinFactor, host Blaine Bertsch sits down with David Kilzer of Strategic Transformation Advisors to discuss why CFOs must look beyond short-term ROI and start preparing for a world of industrial-ready robotics.David shares his "Humanoid Readiness Quotient" framework, explaining how businesses can avoid the trap of depreciating "dead-end" assets and instead build a flexible backplane for the future. From the "3 Ds"...
2026-04-0243 min
Flanigan's Eco-LogicDavid Kilzer - The Future with AI-Powered Humanoid RoboticsAccording to David Kilzer, the fusion of artificial intelligence (AI) and robotics is the biggest leap for mankind since fire! David has seen dramatic evolution in automation in his 50-year career... influenced by the rise of personal computers, the internet, smart phones, and now AI. He believes that AI-power humanoid robots are a huge game changer, and one that will increase the quality of life for us all. Imagine waking in the morning and having your coffee made to perfectly suit your taste. Imagine a humanoid robot playing chess with grandpa, or teaching the kids algebra, or f...
2026-03-1632 min
Definitely, Maybe AgileAI and Automation with David KilzerA few times in tech, two streams collide, and everything changes. David Kilzer has spent 50 years putting automation to work in manufacturing and distribution around the world, and he thinks we're at one of those moments right now. The convergence of AI and humanoid robotics, in his view, is the biggest shift humankind has faced since fire.In this episode, David joins Peter and Dave to unpack where automation ends, and AI begins, why confusing the two creates brittle systems, and what organizations should actually be thinking about when making investment decisions right now. The short version...
2026-02-2736 min
The Kula RingAI-Enabled Humanoid Robotics and the Future of ManufacturingIn this episode of The Kula Ring, Jeff White and Carman Pirie sit down with David Kilzer, founder and principal of Strategic Transformation Advisors, to explore the convergence of artificial intelligence and advanced humanoid robotics. Drawing on more than 50 years of experience in automation, David shares why this technological shift may dwarf previous revolutions like the internet and smartphones.
The conversation dives into what makes AI-enabled humanoid robots fundamentally different from traditional industrial automation, why change management and human readiness are critical to success, and how manufacturers can begin preparing today. David introduces the concept of the “Humanoid Readiness Quotient,” a fr...
2026-02-1735 min
Tru Thoughts presents UnfoldTru Thoughts presents Unfold 18.01.26 with Kyla Kilzer, Max Noir, SAULTThe debut release from Kyla Kilzer & Max Noir on Tru Thoughts. Soul from SAULT, Vula, and anaiis. Rap from Jeru The Damaja and the Nas & DJ Premier album. A quality track from Plants Heal. Broken Beat from Martin Jupiter, Oliver Night feat Megatronic, Brighter Days Family and Breakfast Triple. Japanese Jazz Funk from Spectrum. A dubplate special from Magugu of his big tune with Mala. A Gospel dancefloor stomper from Martha Bass, Fontella Bass & David Peaston. Plus plenty more music treats.
2026-01-192h 00
Process DebtLow-Hanging Fruit, Long Poles, and the Four-Letter Word DATAAutomation isn’t the goal—business outcomes are. In this episode of the Process Debt Podcast, Chris and Toby talk with David Kilzer (engineer, MBA, TEDx speaker, and automation veteran) about what actually has to happen before automation works.We unpack:Why “shiny tech from a trade show” is a dangerous starting pointHow to find “low-hanging fruit” by asking frontline teams what they hateThe unglamorous foundation every automation effort depends on: DATAWhy AI triggers fear on both the shop floor and in the C-suiteHow to frame automation as a tool for human ideation—not automation for automation’s s...
2026-01-1640 min
The Lawrence Ross ShowTLRS 10-21-22 - Exorcisms and moreEpisode 567
Hour 1:
The show starts off with some new Facebook page likes. The host gives a shout out to David Oliver, a reporter from USA Today for an interview concerning online dating with the disabled community, Stewie thinks not a lot of people look at the show notes, he also thinks the host is an egomaniac. The host gives a shout out to Shane from Georgia for sending a shirt promoting his YouTube channel. A message from Jeff in PA with an update about the Face of Horror contest...
2022-10-222h 02
Citylight Lincoln Church2 Samuel | FaithfulnessCheck out this week's sermon from Salt Director SKyler KIlzer on the book of 2 Samuel titled, "2 Samuel | Faithfulness"."...But its not because David was incredible. David achieved incredible things because God was incredibly faithful to him... That faithfulness to David was so influential that it radically changed who he was. And that same faithfulness to David is the same faithfulness that we have from God. My prayer is that we would be people who are changed by God's faithfulness to rejoice, rest, and repent."You can also find audio from our past sermons on our...
2020-08-0334 min
The Mix with Chris MilamTrack 1: Steve Selvidge
Steve Selvidge is one of the best guitar players on earth. The son of Memphis folk icon Sid Selvidge, Steve was born into a musical house in a musical world, armed with prodigious gifts. But in recent years, Steve's felt a pull toward a new role: singer/songwriter. As a fan, this is thrilling. As a singer/songwriter, I quit.Listen to Steve's Mix on Spotify:http://bit.ly/cmthemix1track1Steve's Mix:1) John Kilzer, "Scars"2) Sid Selvidge, "Miss the Mississippi and You"3) The Bloodthirsty Lovers, "A...
2019-05-0400 min