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Hi, I'm Eric Newcomer. With this podcast, I dive straight into the heart of the tech industry, interviewing top investors and founders. I’m bringing my sensibility as someone who understands the inside story of Silicon Valley but who is happy to poke and prod as to why the tech world operates like it does. If you want first-person and insider information delivered to your newsletter, subscribe to ... more

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Latest Episodes

Taylor Lorenz on why the social media panic is overblown and who's actually driving it.

Taylor Lorenz, journalist and author of Extremely Online, joins Eric Newcomer to push back on the moral panic around phones, social media, and screen time. Taylo... more

The Goldman Sachs exec who automated Wall Street on what AI agents actually do to jobs, companies, and the future of enterprise software.

Marty Chavez got his AI PhD in 1991 when there were exactly zero AI jobs. So he went to Goldman Sachs and spen... more

Semafor's editor-in-chief on why Washington has decided Anthropic needs to pick a side.

Ben Smith, co-founder and editor-in-chief of Semafor, joins Eric Newcomer to break down the collision between the Trump administration and Anthropic, and what it... more

Aidan Gomez on AGI, China, and the Biggest Risk Facing AI.

Cohere co-founder and Transformer co-author Aidan Gomez joins Eric Newcomer to discuss whether we've already reached AGI, why Chinese AI models are being underestimated, the future of enterp... more

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Recent Guests

Taylor Lorenz
Journalist covering internet culture for The New York Times, The Atlantic, and The Washington Post; author of Extremely Online
Independent journalist / UserMag
Episode: Taylor Lorenz Unfiltered on Social Media, Free Speech & the Surveillance State
Marty Chavez
Goldman Sachs veteran, later Sixth Street executive and board member at Alphabet; involved in AI initiatives at major financial institutions
Sixth Street; Alphabet (board)
Episode: The Goldman Sachs Exec on AI, Wall Street & the Firm That Went Bankrupt in 40 Minutes
Ben Smith
Co-founder and editor-in-chief of Semafor
Semafor
Episode: Ben Smith on Trump, Anthropic & the Collision of Government and Big Tech
Aidan Gomez
Co-author on Attention Is All You Need, AI researcher and technologist
Episode: Aidan Gomez Unfiltered on AGI, China & AI's Biggest Risk
Christina Cacioppo
Co-founder and CEO of Vanta
Vanta
Episode: Christina Cacioppo Unfiltered on Fake Compliance, AI Security & Building a $4B Company
Jonathan Weber
Author of City on the Edge; former editor at Industry Standard, San Francisco Standard, Reuters tech editor
City on the Edge author; former editor (Industry Standard, SF Standard, Reuters)
Episode: How Tech's San Francisco Values Gave Way to the Right
Katie Drummond
Global Editorial Director of Wired
Wired
Episode: WIRED's Editor on Elon, Trump & Silicon Valley's War on the Press
Aron D'Souza
Founder/investor behind Enhanced Games and Objection AI
Enhanced Games; Objection AI
Episode: The Man Who Helped Destroy Gawker Is Coming Back For The Rest of Media
Vinod Khosla
Founder of Khosla Ventures; early AI investor
Khosla Ventures
Episode: Vinod Khosla on the End of Jobs and the Future of Capitalism

Hosts

Eric Newcomer
Host on Newcomer Pod; long-time tech journalist with focus on media, tech policy, and venture capital; central voice guiding discussions
Tom Dotan
Co-host helping steer topics and questions; experienced tech journalist with a focus on media, platforms, and Silicon Valley dynamics
Madeline Renbarger
Co-host participating in discussion and analysis; contributes area expertise and critical perspective on tech and policy

Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars from 76 ratings
  • Just opinionated

    Not enough fact-dealing for me to get useful knowledge out of it. I miss good reporting but if you just want op Eds have at this.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    FSUNole_03
    United States7 months ago
  • Engaging & Insightful

    Eric Newcomer’s podcast is a refreshing blend of thought-provoking discussions and engaging storytelling. Each episode offers a unique perspective on the world, combining current events with in-depth analysis. Eric's skillful interviewing and genuine curiosity shine through, making it a must-listen for anyone interested in exploring new ideas and trends. Highly recommend giving it a listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Samj246
    United Statesa year ago
  • Fun and entertaining discussion

    Enjoying the new Cerebral Valley miniseries on artificial intelligence and Silicon Valley! Great work to Eric and the Volley team.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jimmy
    United States3 years ago
  • Cerebral Valley edition is better than ever

    I love this podcast more than Sam Altman loves GPUs

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The holder
    United States3 years ago
  • Cerebral Valley

    This AI series is exactly what I was looking for right now. Thank you for helping me understand what’s going on!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lmonocle
    United States3 years ago

Listeners Say

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Hosts are sharp questioners who pull on the most interesting threads.
Overall, the show is regarded as a top resource for tech news and VC insights.
Some episodes spark debate with provocative takes or polarizing topics.
Listeners appreciate thoughtful, data-driven discussions with insiders.
High-quality guests and a strong investigative bent are common positives.

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#108
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#47
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#215
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#37
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#118
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#150
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

How Tech's San Francisco Values Gave Way to the Right
Q: Why is Twitter such an important company for the city, beyond being a major startup?
It was the biggest internet startup in the city, aligned with San Francisco's free-speech and progressive values, and its presence helped crystallize a tax incentive framework that attracted more tech activity to the area.
How Tech's San Francisco Values Gave Way to the Right
Q: What is your gloss on those pivotal moments and the book's broader narrative?
Jonathan Weber emphasizes the oscillation between exuberant tech optimism and later disillusionment, illustrating how media, politics, and culture interacted with the industry's growth and crashes.
Vinod Khosla on the End of Jobs and the Future of Capitalism
Q: Is Vinod Khosla in 25 years a socialist?
The guest argues that abundance and automation could redefine economic systems, with a base level of guaranteed lifestyle and optional pursuits, rather than a traditional socialist model; the focus is on efficiency and universal services rather than direct state control, though definitions of socialism vary.
Jim Lanzone — "They Had a Chance to Sell for $44 Billion. They Didn't."
Q: What is a win look like for Scout and sort of your AI strategy? How much is it about showing the industry what it should be doing and then playing with the industry versus you want this to be sort of a huge product on its own?
The goal is to move from beta to a broader rollout by validating Scout's AI-powered search results, improving integration with Yahoo properties, and building a scalable monetization path through the Yahoo DSP while ensuring high-quality, publisher-linked results.
Matt Mahan — "California's Failure Is the Best Ammunition Trump Has Ever Had"
Q: What can California residents expect from tech regulation and the role of government?
Discussion centers on balancing innovation with regulation, the role of decentralization, and ensuring policy keeps pace with technology while protecting public services.

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