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Rewiring the American Edge
by Dr. Billy Riggs, Vipul Vyas
Global conversations on innovation, automation, and the future of competitive cities.Rewiring the American Edge is a podcast that explores building economies that are sustainable and inclusive in the era of automation and innovation. While rooted in the challenges and opportunities of the U.S. economy, the podcast invites voices from around the world—policymakers, technologists, labor leaders, and entrepreneurs—to share bold ideas and real-world strategies that transcend borders. Each episode explores trends such as: technologies reshaping work and urban life; global trends opportunities and challenges; specific investments, ideas, partnerships and policies to build a future-ready economy and workforce. This is a podcast for anyone committed to building smarter systems and stronger communities. Big ideas. Bold policies. Real impact. Rewired.
Episodes
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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 Riggs and Vipul Vyas explore the emergence of AI agents, the changing nature of work, and what happens when organizations can deploy...
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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 of transportation systems. What begins as a conversation about autonomous vehicles quickly expands into a deeper discussion about...
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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 understanding the messy, uncertain, and deeply interconnected challenges surrounding autonomous vehicles, AI, and emerging...
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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 seemingly unrelated stories: the transformation of college athletics and the public reaction to autonomous vehicle failures.…
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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 when systems are stress-tested and reveal how they actually function. The conversation explores several major institutional...
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Episode 20 | Oct 15, 2025 - The Chinese AI and Robotics Surge
Summary In 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 of China's rapid progress. They explore the implications of cultural distrust and political paralysis in the U.S. that hinder...
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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 environments. As he says: "What if AVs weren’t just about moving people, but about placemaking? What if their design reflected…
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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 architectural design. They explore how the biggest current use case for AI in architecture is conceptual visualization, and "how just...
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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 the importance of American cities as economic engines, the impact of automation and AI on labor, the concept of universal basic...
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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 blockchain can enhance community engagement, streamline public processes, and even influence future city planning on Mars. The...
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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 workforce demands. Co-hosts Billy Riggs and Vipul Vyas discuss the importance of aligning educational outcomes with industry needs,...
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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, focusing on the technological advancements, infrastructure needs, and the importance of public-private partnerships. The experts...
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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 Midwestern manufacturing. Parker discusses, the challenges of the capital environment and how chose to merge with another family...
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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, emphasizing the importance of civic tech in enhancing policy development. She reflects on the evolution of POPVOX, the challenges of...
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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 innovation and talent. They discuss the implications of isolationism, the role of Europe and China in shaping the future of…
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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 health impacts of pollution, along with his wife Carla Snyder who talks about their forthcoming documentary Climate of Hope. The...
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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 the context of the American economy. They explore the challenges posed by uncertainty and chaos, the role of technology in…
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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 streets and urban spaces, the need for transformative land use, and the challenges facing public transportation systems. The…
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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 autonomous vehicles and sustainability, highlighting the importance of innovation in public transport. The discussion covers the...
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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 Chamber of Program discussing the future of labor in the context of automation and autonomous vehicles. They explore the potential for...
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Episode 5 | Jun 3, 2025 - Guarding the Gates
In this conversation, Vipul Vyas and Billy Riggs discuss the erosion of trust in global institutions, particularly focusing on the implications of foreign affiliations and national security concerns. They explore the challenges faced by U.S. institutions like Harvard in navigating these issues…
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Episode 4 | May 28, 2025 - Are Cities Future Ready?
In this episode of Rewiring the American Edge, hosts Billy Riggs and Vipul Vyas discuss the future of cities in the context of automation and innovation. They explore the challenges and opportunities presented by AI, the importance of education and critical thinking, and the need for bold...
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Episode 3 | May 20, 2025 - Redundancy and Resilience
In this conversation, Billy Riggs discusses the impact of automation on the economy, emphasizing the importance of redundancy in technology for resilience. He explores the concept of coopetition among tech companies and highlights the challenges and opportunities in public transportation,...
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Episode 2 | May 6, 2025 - Unpacking Labor
In this conversation, Billy Riggs and Vipul Vyas explore various themes related to management strategies, the importance of having clear goals in leadership, the impact of automation and innovation on society, and the future of work. Billy also forgets the show name and calls it "Reimagining the...
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Episode 1 | May 1, 2025 - The Great Rewiring
In this conversation, Billy Riggs and Vipul Vyas explore the challenges and opportunities facing cities in the new economy. They discuss the need for urban innovation, the importance of setting clear goals, and the role of competition in driving progress. The dialogue emphasizes the necessity of...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Global conversations on innovation, automation, and the future of competitive cities.Rewiring the American Edge is a podcast that explores building economies that are sustainable and inclusive in the era of automation and innovation. While rooted in the challenges and opportunities of the U.S. economy, the podcast invites voices from around the world—policymakers, technologists, labor leaders, and entrepreneurs—to share bold ideas and real-world strategies that transcend borders. Each episode explores trends such as: technologies reshaping work and urban life; global trends opportunities and challenges; specific investments, ideas, partnerships and policies to build a future-ready economy and workforce. This is a podcast for anyone committed to building smarter systems and stronger communities. Big ideas. Bold policies. Real impact. Rewired.
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Dr. Billy Riggs, Vipul Vyas
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