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3D-printing, the disruptive manufacturing technology, is bringing back stateside production work in innumerable fields including the automotive, aerospace and health care industries. With us to expound upon the implications of 3D-printing is author of "3D Printing will Rock the World", John Hornick (@jhornick3d1stop). Get John Hornick's book, 3D Printing Will Rock the World, via amazon.com. Listen to Full Episode #313 Download Segment 1

Traditionally, the manufacturing process is very labor intensive and thus, requires lower labor costs. 3D-printing turns this model on its head allowing for higher labor costs in countries like the U.S. We discuss this notable benefit as well as where you can source designs and standard equipment costs with John Hornick (@jhornick3d1stop) of Finnegan IP Law Firm. Get John Hornick's book, 3D Printing Will Rock the World, via amazon.com. Listen to Full Episode #313 Download Segment 2

Traditionally, the manufacturing process is very labor intensive and thus, requires lower labor costs. 3D-printing turns this model on its head allowing for higher labor costs in countries like the U.S. We discuss this notable benefit as well as where you can source designs and standard equipment costs with John Hornick (@jhornick3d1stop) of Finnegan IP Law Firm.

Additive manufacturing, also known as 3D-printing, was invented in the 80's as a rapid prototyping process and has gained steam in recent years. With so many obvious benefits, is there a dark side to this tech? We delve into crime and national security concerns with 3dprintingindustry.com contributor, John Hornick (@jhornick3d1stop). Get John Hornick's book, 3D Printing Will Rock the World, via amazon.com. Listen to Full Episode #313 Download Segment 3

This technology is so good, it practically pays for itself! The Nest Learning Thermostat (@Nest) keeps you and your pets comfortable, saves energy, and puts a little cash back in your pocket. Mark Rose offers an overview of the Nest Thermostat Generation 3, a smart buy at the $249 price point. Listen to Full Episode #313 Download Segment 4

Do you have a space that's large enough to require multiple thermostats? Nest (@Nest) has you covered. Nest Learning Thermostat Product Lead, Mark Rose, explains how multiple units work together to keep every zone of your home or office at an optimal temp. Then, we find out other products available by Nest. Listen to Full Episode #313 Download Segment 5

XpertEye Mobility M1 (@AMA_SAfrance) allows users to connect with a remote expert anywhere in the world. How will this influence trade and medical work? Find out with AMA XpertEye U.S. Director, Anne-Fleur Andrle. Listen to Full Episode #313 Download Segment 6

The widespread use of smart phones and tablets has morphed online security as we know it. Passwords and pin numbers no longer keep hackers out. VerifyMe (@VerifyMeInc) CEO, Paul Donfried, explains the basics of biometric security.

"I was terrified. My husband was terrified. We just did what the doctors recommended. Nothing more, nothing less." Author Julia Schopick (@Julia_Schopick) candidly describes the emotional and physical fallout that occurred after her husband was diagnosed with a cancerous brain tumor.

Refrigerators, microwaves, dish washers: these once futuristic innovations are now commonplace in our homes. What's next? Foodie scientist and author of "Unnaturally Delicious", Dr. Jayson Lusk (@JaysonLusk), sounds off.

So there's water on Mars, we have plenty of that on Earth, what's the hubbub all about? Xploration Outer Space Host, Emily Calandrelli, explains that water could point to microbial life, and microbial life on one of our closest neighbors could mean life is common in the universe! Listen to Full Episode #309 Download Segment 6

Patrick Tucker (@DefTechPat) fills our brains with a wealth of knowledge about "the cloud" and data collection. Dr. Cort Stoskopf tells us our stress is our own fault. Mark Adams (@MarkCAdams) thinks Atlantis might exist somewhere around the Mediterranean Sea. | Download Full Episode #307

90% of all of the data in the entire world has been generated in the last three years. Patrick Tucker (@DefTechPat) informs us that personal data collection is not going away, no matter how much we hate it.

Atlantis, myth or reality? Mark Adams (@MarkCAdams), Author of "Meet Me in Atlantis", has reason to believe it's real and it's not a sunken city at all!

Did Astronaut Scott Kelly's DNA change while he was in space!? Sharon Begley fills us in on some of the physiological changes that NASA is keeping an eye out for while they study Scott Kelly.