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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 Thursdays, WIRED’s Global Editorial Director Katie Drummond is joined by Lauren Goode and Michael Calore to break down a recent story or phenomena bubbling up in Silicon V... more

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Billionaire Mark Cuban, owner of the Dallas Mavericks and co-founder of Cost Plus Drugs, talks to Katie about the state of entrepreneurship, American healthcare, and tech under Trump. The investor campaigned for Kamala Harris, but thinks tech execs h... more

In today’s episode, Zoë is joined by WIRED’s Leah Feiger to run through five stories that you need to know about this week — from the Antifa professor who’s fleeing to Europe for safety, to how some chatbots are manipulating users to avoid saying goo... more

When news broke last month that H1-B visa holders in the U.S would be subjected to a new hefty fee of $100,000, chaos and confusion ensued for a lot of tech workers and their employers. It’s the latest in a string of restrictive visa measures imposed... more

Jack Conte, founder of Patreon tells Katie if we can send rockets into space and have self-driving cars we can figure out how to pay creators for their work. In this interview recorded in front of a live audience in San Francisco, Jack talks about ho... more

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Recent Guests

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Lareina Yee
Global Institute Director and Senior Partner
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Episode: BIG INTV: Lareina Yee Discusses Breakthrough Technologies
Jack Conte
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Episode: Is Silicon Valley Still the Tech Capital?
Meredith Whittaker
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Episode: BIG INTV: Signal's Meredith Whittaker Says AI Is Just A Branding Term
Ben Collins
CEO of The Onion
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Episode: BIG INTV: The Onion's Ben Collins On How The Truth Can Pay Dividends
Caroline Haskins
Staff writer at Wired's business desk who has been closely covering Palantir for years
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Episode: Palantir: The Most Mysterious Company in Silicon Valley
Reece Rogers
Staff Writer who focuses on software
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Episode: The Vibes-Based Pricing of "Pro" AI Software
Carter Sherman
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Dhruv Mehrotra
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Episode: How WIRED Analyzed the Epstein Video

Hosts

Katie Drummond
Global Editorial Director of Wired, host of The Big Interview, engaging in discussions about technology's impact on society.
Zoë Schiffer
Director of Business and Industry at Wired, offering insights on technology's intersection with politics and media.
Michael Calore
Director of Consumer Tech and Culture at Wired, sharing thoughts on the evolving tech landscape.
Lauren Goode
Senior Writer and Senior Correspondent at Wired, covering technology and its societal implications.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 883 ratings
  • Great Show, Hot Take

    I love Uncanny Valley. It’s great to hear smart ppl talking about complex things with nuance , facts, and humor. HOT TAKE: the interview show is not a great use of Katie Drummond’s vast skill set. I would prefer a weekly audio essay or hearing her wrestling ideas with more than one person. The interview format is limiting, at least as long as the guests have to be well known.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    tedkerr
    United Statesa month ago
  • Essential and enjoyable!

    An antidote to despair

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    msnrtlerj
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • Informative and entertaining

    The host are extremely knowledgeable about a wide range of tech development, and they are also surprisingly warm and even funny. I really appreciate their work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Royce1629
    United States2 months ago
  • Great content but too much vocal fry

    The content’s informative and interesting if you can listen to prolonged syllables and gravity defying pitch dips.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    E-merge
    United States2 months ago
  • Indispensable listen

    Always a great time, even when the topics are tough and delve into the shenanigans of the worst among us. Recommendations can’t be beat.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LeoARRR
    United States3 months ago

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The hosts are recognized for their warmth, knowledge, and exceptional journalism, making the content relatable and engaging.
Overall, the podcast is appreciated for its unique blend of serious reporting and light-hearted commentary, appealing to a broad audience of tech enthusiasts.
Some listeners express a desire for less political emphasis, hinting at a preference for more focus on pure technology discussions.
Listeners praise the podcast for its ability to tackle complex tech and cultural issues with humor and intelligence.

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#27
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Talking Points

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BIG INTV: Patreon CEO Jack Conte Wants You to Get Off of Your Phone
Q: How are you thinking about artificial intelligence in the context of Patreon?
Conte highlights the need for a system that allows creators to opt out of having their work used to train AI, and insists on the importance of compensating creators for their work.
BIG INTV: Patreon CEO Jack Conte Wants You to Get Off of Your Phone
Q: What advice do you have for those people looking to be successful on Patreon?
Conte advises aspiring artists to not compromise and to create something meaningful and beautiful that they deeply care about.
BIG INTV: Patreon CEO Jack Conte Wants You to Get Off of Your Phone
Q: How do you solve for the TikTokification that you were talking about?
Conte mentions that it's crucial to build a system that isn't focused on maximizing human attention, but rather on fostering long-term human connections between creators and their audiences.
Is Silicon Valley Still the Tech Capital?
Q: What are your thoughts on Wired covering more politics?
It's part of our obligation to cover politics, especially with the significant impact technology has on campaigns and elections.
Is Silicon Valley Still the Tech Capital?
Q: What are the lessons of this previous era of tech, of the 2010s era of tech that you would hope that these stewards of AI now would learn from?
The very clear parallel is the hazards and harms of social media, where companies created platforms without taking enough care, which left us in a mess now.

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What is Uncanny Valley about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Focusing on the intricate dynamics of Silicon Valley, this podcast brings listeners informative discussions about technology, culture, and political trends. With a combination of deep reporting and engaging commentary, episodes often cover cutting-edge topics, including the impact of AI, the evolving landscape of dating apps, the influence of major tech companies, and the ethical challenges posed by advancements in technology. The hosts, comprising experienced WIRED editors and journalists, aim to provide both context and analysis, making complex issues accessible while exploring their implications for everyday life. Notably, the podcast balances serious discussions with moments of humor, creating a relatable atmosphere for listeners who ar... more

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