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S2E5 | June 10, 2026 - Agents are Amoung Us

Artificial intelligence is no longer just a tool that answers questions—it is increasingly becoming a participant in the workplace. In this episode co-hosts Billy Rigg...

S2E4 | May 19, 2026 -The Great Platform Race

On this episode of Rewiring the American Edge, co-hosts Billy Riggs and Vipul Vyas unpack the emerging “platform race” reshaping mobility, automation, and the future o...

S2E3 | May 12, 2026 - Part 2: Wicked Opportunities

In the wide ranging conversation of S2E3, Billy Riggs and longtime colleague and friend Bruce Appleyard unpack the concept of “wicked opportunities” — a framework for ...

S2E2 | Mar 8, 2026 - Part 1: We're Regulating the Safest Systems

In the S2E2 dialogue on automation and systems complexity, Billy Riggs explores the intersection of institutional incentives, automation, and public policy through two...

S2E1 | Mar 3, 2026 - New Year, New Rules: Signals for the Economy in 2026

In the Season 2 premiere of Rewiring the American Edge, hosts Billy Riggs and Vipul Vyas kick off 2026 not with predictions, but with signals—looking at the moments wh...

Episode 20 | Oct 15, 2025 - The Chinese AI and Robotics Surge

SummaryIn this episode, hosts Billy Riggs and Vipul Vyas discuss the urgent need for the U.S. to keep pace with advancements in robotics and AI, particularly in light ...

Episode 19 | Sept 23, 2025 - AVs & the Visual Vernacular of Streets

In this episode, Billy Riggs explores the intersection of autonomous vehicles and urban design, questioning whether these vehicles should be context-sensitive to their...

Episode 18 | Sept 16, 2025 - Designing Tomorrow: AI & Architecture w/ Stefan Al

In this episode of Rewiring the American Edge, host Billy Riggs talks with architect and professor Stefan Al about the intersection of artificial intelligence and arch...

Episode 17 | Sept 11, 2025 - Rewiring the Edge So Far: Reflections, Themes & Turning Points

In this reflective episode, Billy Riggs and Vipul Vyas review the key themes and insights from their first 16 episodes of 'Rewiring the American Edge.' They discuss th...

Episode 16 | Sep 2, 2025 - From Blockchain to Mars w/ Justin Hollander

In this episode, the Billy Riggs and Vipul Vyas explore the intersection of blockchain technology and urban planning with expert Justin Hollander. They discuss how blo...

Episode 15 | Aug 26, 2025 – Building a Smarter Workforce, From Classrooms to Code

This conversation explores the evolving landscape of education and the necessity of lifelong learning in the context of rapid technological advancements and changing w...

Episode 14 | Aug 23, 2025 – Rideshare, Robotaxi and Biz Models w/ Henriette Cornet

In this conversation Henriette Cornet joins co-hosts William Riggs and Vipul Vyas to dive deeper into the evolving autonomous vehicles (AVs) and ride-sharing landscape...

Episode 13 | Aug 4, 2025 - Inside a Midwest Factory with Parker Huncilman

In this conversation, co-hosts Billy Riggs and Vipul Vyas talk with Parker Huncilman from Huncilman Sheet Metal Fabrication / Nix Industrial about the evolution of Mid...

Episode 12 | July 29, 2025 - AI in Policy with Marci Harris

In this episode co-hosts Billy Riggs and Vipul Vyas engage in a conversation with Marci Harris, CEO of POPVOX, discussing the intersection of AI and legislation, empha...

Episode 11 | Jul 22, 2025 - Tariffs & Competing for the AI Future

In this episode co-hosts Dr. Billy Riggs and Vipul Vyas explore the complex dynamics of global shifts, focusing on tariffs, trade, and the impact of US policies on inn...

Episode 10 | July 15, 2025 - Climate and Community with John Gilderbloom

In this episode, host Billy Riggs talks with Dr. John (Hans) Gilderbloom who shares his personal journey and insights on housing policy, community engagement, and the ...

Episode 9 | July 8, 2025 - Outpacing the Chaos

In this episode, the hosts Billy Riggs and Vipul Vyas talk shop with special guest Lee Riggs and discuss the intersection of innovation, automation, and education in t...

Episode 8 | July 3, 2025 - Land Use and the Curb

In this conversation, Billy Riggs and Vipul Vyas explore the intersection of automation, urban policy, and the future of cities. They discuss the intrinsic value of st...

Episode 7 | Jun 30, 2025 - Automation Accelerates

In this episode hosts Billy Riggs and Vipul Vyas talk with Dr. Henriette Cornet (Autonomous Vehicles & the City co-director and founder of Urban Innovate) about autono...

Episode 6 | Jun 9, 2025 - Workforce Evolution

In this episode of Rewiring the American Edge, hosts Billy Riggs and Vipul Vyas talk with special guest Ruth Whittaker Director of Civic Innovation Policy at the Chamb...

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