Engineering Wicked Problems

Systems Engineering Thinking

Do systems engineers really look at the world differently than everyone else?  Listen as Matt Burkett explores how systems thinking can expand our imagination, reframe our approach to innovative solutions, and redefine optimization in complex problems from the financial markets to physical systems.

Engineering Wicked Problems

Walk with Guru Madhavan (National Academy of Engineering) as he takes us on an adventure of how seemingly straightforward engineering challenges can become remarkably complex with far-reaching and enduring implications.  His latest book, Wicked Problems, is the starting point in a compelling conversation that effortlessly provides historic context with thought-provoking approaches as to how engineering decisions fundamentally shape our society and culture.

The Power of Polymers

Join an engaging conversation with Dr. Liheng Cai, who is working to change the world where physics, chemistry, and biology intersect.  His research is deepening our understanding of polymers and expanding the boundaries of implementation in sustainability and health care.  Find out how Liheng is driving innovation, and the unique inspirations he uses to creatively approach solutioning these fascinatingly complex problems.

Artificial Intelligence for Engineers

Explore the challenges and opportunities of embracing AI with Dr. Leo Liu.  His new book, Artificial Intelligence for Engineers, provides foundational knowledge that puts theory into context and includes implementation basics to accelerate meaningful productivity across engineering disciplines.

Transforming Seattle's Waterfront

Step into the high-stakes world of transforming Seattle’s signature waterfront.  In this episode, Paul Huston and Angie Brady share the unique challenges of this ambitious $1.2 billion project, how Seattle imagined a stunning new vision, how the team’s culture of innovation was crucial to their success, and how they optimized logistics to turn this vision into reality.