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Join Eric Newcomer, Tom Dotan, and Madeline Renbarger to get the inside story on the biggest news in Tech, Silicon Valley, and Venture Capital.

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How San Francisco's tech culture went from countercultural idealism to right-wing power, and what it means for the rest of us.

Jonathan Weber, editor at large at The New Yorker and author of City on the Edge, joins Eric Newcomer to trace the 30-year... more

WIRED's global editorial director on why Silicon Valley wants to control the press and what she's doing about it.

Katie Drummond, global editorial director of WIRED, sits down with Eric Newcomer to talk about the simmering war between tech and media... more

The man who helped bring down Gawker is back, and this time he’s coming for the media industry.

Eric sits down with Aron Ping D’Souza, the Oxford law student who first pitched Peter Thiel on the idea that would eventually bankrupt Gawker. Today, Aro... more

Vinod Khosla on Why AI Could End Human Labor and Change Capitalism Forever

Vinod Khosla joins Newcomer to discuss AI, capitalism, freedom, education, religion, and why he believes technology will fundamentally reshape how humans live and work.

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Recent Guests

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
Katie Jacobs Stanton
Former Twitter executive, former Obama White House staffer, venture investor
Former Twitter, VC at Moxie
Episode: Katie Jacobs Stanton on Elon, Trump & Why Silicon Valley Won’t Speak Up
Amanda Askell
Philosopher turned AI researcher at Anthropic, key architect of Claude's character and values
Anthropic
Episode: Amanda Askell on AI Consciousness, Claude & Silicon Valley’s Biggest Fear
Kara Swisher
Veteran tech journalist and founder of Recode
Recode (owned by Vox)
Episode: Kara Swisher — "I'd rather have Ted Cruz make decisions about AI"
Jim Lanzone
CEO with a history at Ask.com, Tinder, Yahoo
Yahoo (CEO)
Episode: Jim Lanzone — "They Had a Chance to Sell for $44 Billion. They Didn't."
Han Wang
CEO of Mintlify
Mintlify
Episode: The Startup That Crashed Its Own Servers Because of Open Claw

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

4.2 out of 5 stars from 72 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 States6 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

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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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#54
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#92
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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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