Inside IALR
Inside IALR explores the ways that the Institute for Advanced Learning and Research (IALR) catalyzes economic transformation. Listen for a behind-the-scenes view of how our programs, people and partnerships are impacting Southern Virginia and beyond. Host Caleb Ayers and Producer Daniel Dalton interview someone new every episode, introducing listeners to IALR leaders and partners, promoting programs and highlighting opportunities to connect with us.
New episodes are published every other Monday.
Podcasting since 2023 • 58 episodes
Inside IALR
Latest Episodes
A Day in the Life of a Researcher
In this episode of Inside IALR, we sit down with two of our most experienced research associates, Amy Turner and Rob Chretien. Each has more than a decade of hands-on experience in IALR's research labs. They've witnessed si...
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Why More Companies Are Hiring and Upskilling Talent with ATDM
This episode shifts the focus from student success stories to the broader impact of the Accelerated Training in Defense Manufacturing (ATDM) program on the maritime industrial base. Joined by Mike Villanueva of BAE Systems, Michael Ripich of AT...
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Practical Tips to Integrate AI in Manufacturing and Business
Host Caleb Ayers sits down with Meredith Gregory, Director of Digital Strategy and Program Management, to explore the real-world applications of artificial intelligence in manufacturing and business. Meredith shares her journey from Northern Vi...
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"Don’t Tell Me No, Tell Me How:" Additive Manufacturing to Support the U.S. Navy
In this episode of Inside IALR, host Caleb Ayers is joined by Ereina Avery (Austal USA), Jon Harrison (Phillips Corporation), and Jason Wells (IALR) for a deep dive into the Additive Manufacturing Center of Excellence (AM CoE). ...
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