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Welcome to Uncanny Valley—an insider look at the people, power, and influence of Silicon Valley—where each week, WIRED’s writers and editors bring you original reporting and analysis about some of the biggest stories in tech.

On Tuesdays, The Big Interview with WIRED’s Global Editorial Director Katie Drummond in conversation with influential figures in culture, politics, business, science, and be... more

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Jason Rezaian
Director of Press Freedom Initiatives at The Washington Post
The Washington Post
Episode: How the Internet Could Help the Iranian People
Alessandra Ram
Wired contributor
WIRED
Episode: Why Is Meta In Crisis?; Google Search Is Over; AI Gets Booed by Graduates
Tom Steyer
Billionaire climate activist and gubernatorial candidate in California
Campaign for California Governor
Episode: Tom Steyer Makes His Case for Billionaires
Paul Downs
Co-creator and showrunner of Hacks
Hacks (co-creator)
Episode: The Creators of Hacks Really, Really, Really Hate AI
Lucia Aniello
Co-creator and showrunner of Hacks
Hacks (co-creator)
Episode: The Creators of Hacks Really, Really, Really Hate AI
Emily Mullen
WIRED staff writer
WIRED
Episode: Trump Pivots On AI Regulation; What Is Hantavirus?; Worker Ousted by DOGE Runs for Office
Amelia Dimoldenberg
Creator of Chicken Shop Date, founder of Dim's Inc.
Dim's Inc.
Episode: What’s the ‘Chicken Shop Date’ Creator’s Secret? Creative Control
Perez de Ve
Senior Writer, on-site reporter for WIRED
WIRED
Episode: Musk v. Altman; Is the AI Job Apocalypse Overhyped?; DOJ Dismantles Voting Rights Unit
Ben McKenzie
Actor and critic of cryptocurrency; subject of the documentary Everyone Is Lying to You for Money
Actor; Documentary subject
Episode: ‘Stop Trying to Unmask Satoshi Nakamoto’ Says Actor Ben McKenzie

Hosts

Zoë Schiffer
Host; WIRED; Director of Business and Industry (per various listings)
Brian Barrett
Executive Editor; hosts Uncanny Valley interview segments
Leah Feiger
Director of Politics and Science; WIRED
Katie Drummond
Host of The Big Interview; WIRED Global Editorial Director

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 1k ratings
  • It’s good

    Great show, great journalism, and entertaining - I wonder what happened to the previous team, Lauren and Mike. Chemistry there was just incredible.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    oze daserra
    Germanya month ago
  • Definitely Not Overhyped

    Love you guys. AI job loss is happening NOW. Chez moi: In a 4 unit building, 3 people laid off. All in different fields, 2 of 3 graduated college w/ “practical” majors, all w/ minimum 10 years experience. None w/ job prospects. All lost health insurance.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Winnie1021
    United Statesa month ago
  • Decent start on the new format

    Great conversation.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    BummedandBored
    United Statesa month ago
  • Informative, entertaining, and always interesting

    It’s always a delight to listen to this podcast, even if the news feels increasingly terrifying these days. It’s one of the main ways I stay afloat of major tech industry news every week - easy to listen to, well-researched, and just a plain good journalism podcast. I also love the wired/tired segment at the end!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pandan29
    Germany2 months ago
  • Enjoying the new format

    Good conversation among informed hosts, nice variety of topics.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    debh
    United States3 months ago

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The Creators of Hacks Really, Really, Really Hate AI
Q: What concerns do you have about contracts, rights, and control in the industry?
They discuss non-compete constraints, exclusivity, and the risk of work being removed due to corporate practices, emphasizing the importance of understanding contracts and negotiating terms to protect creative work.
The Creators of Hacks Really, Really, Really Hate AI
Q: What role does AI play in your creative process and industry at large?
They express a strong anti-AI stance in the creative process, arguing that AI can dilute originality and effort, and warn about its impact on employment, craft, and the human aspects of writing and performance.
The Creators of Hacks Really, Really, Really Hate AI
Q: How has the promotion and promotion formats for Hacks evolved from early seasons to now?
The guests describe a shift toward heavy social media presence and varied formats, while still leaning on authentic relationships and cross-platform brand collaborations to reach audiences, with fans playing a significant role in momentum and renewal considerations.
What’s the ‘Chicken Shop Date’ Creator’s Secret? Creative Control
Q: What have you learned about strategy since launching Chicken Shop Date?
Owning copyright, securing brand deals, and funding through AdSense allowed independence and sustained growth.
What’s the ‘Chicken Shop Date’ Creator’s Secret? Creative Control
Q: How do you prep for interviews, given the Oscar red carpet environment?
She shares a rigorous prep routine, researching nominees and crafting individual questions to elicit nuanced, meaningful responses.

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Uncanny Valley pulls back the curtain on Silicon Valley power, influence, and the people shaping tech policy, media, and culture. Episodes typically fuse sharp reporting with thoughtful commentary on AI, governance, and the societal impact of technology, often weaving in on-the-ground reporting, expert explainers, and candid creator and industry interviews. Notably, the show blends rapid-fire tech policy debates with in-depth creator stories, space, and science topics, offering listeners a mix of hard analysis and insider access. Potential sponsors and guests can expect a rigorous, WIRED-flavored look at how tech intersects with politics, culture, and everyday life, delivered with lively banter and accessible storytelling.

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