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Artificial Intelligence
Silicon Valley
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Generative AI
Social Media
Trump Administration
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Tiktok
Google
Department Of Government Efficiency
NVIDIA
Mark Zuckerberg
Cryptocurrency
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Donald Trump
Peter Thiel
Dating Apps
China
Tesla

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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This week, the team discusses the surprising reports of the Trump administration seemingly reversing its stance when it comes to AI safety and regulation. They also look into what exactly is going on with the Hantavirus outbreak, and whether we shoul... more

Amelia Dimoldenberg, host of the megapopular Chicken Shop Date, joins Katie to talk about control. Who has it, who doesn’t and why it matters so much for success in our influence-focused internet economy. They also talk red carpets and the surprising... more

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Recent Guests

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
Devin Stone
LegalEagle, YouTuber and Georgetown law professor
LegalEagle (YouTube channel)
Episode: LegalEagle, the Internet’s Favorite Lawyer, Makes Sense of ‘Multiple Watergates per Week’
Victor Glover
NASA Artemis II pilot
NASA
Episode: Artemis II Astronaut Reflects Upon Return
Kara Swisher
Longtime tech journalist and podast guest author of longevity-focused CNN docu-series
CNN, WIRED
Episode: Kara Swisher Is Trying To Live Forever
Alex Bores
Candidate for Congress in New York's 12th Congressional District
New York Assemblyman
Episode: Silicon Valley Is Spending Millions to Stop One of Its Own
Issam Hijazi
Founder of UpScrolled
UpScrolled
Episode: Can UpScrolled Keep Up With a Surge in Users?
Josh Tucker
Chief Marketing Officer, Polymarket
Polymarket
Episode: Iran Targets U.S. Tech; Polymarket’s Bar Flop; Trump's Plans for Midterms

Hosts

Brian Barrett
Executive Editor at WIRED
Leah Feiger
Senior Politics Editor at WIRED
Zoë Schiffer
Director of Business and Industry at WIRED
Katie Drummond
Host of The Big Interview at WIRED

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 1k ratings
  • 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
    Germanya month ago
  • Enjoying the new format

    Good conversation among informed hosts, nice variety of topics.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    debh
    United States2 months ago
  • Like listening to your smart friends talk

    When listening the host talk its like being at a cocktail party and listening to my smart friends talk about things I don’t know much about. Easy to listen to and informative.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tin-84
    United States2 months ago
  • My new favorite show

    Love a hot take on the wired news of the week. I do love the threesome - Zoey, Brian and Lia. They play off each other really well. Things I hear on this podcast pop out in my conversations and into my slack. Great stuff.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Xgalusha
    United States3 months ago
  • Too much politics for a tech show

    I follow Wired for tech news, and I’ve been growing frustrated as there has been more and more political content and commentary added. Now there are entire segments having nothing to do with tech anymore (e.g., Evie magazine). You’ve lost your focus, Wired.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    WholemealFrog
    United States3 months ago

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High praise for the knowledgeable hosts and the quality of the content, with some mentioning the need for improvements in host delivery.
There is some criticism regarding a perceived shift towards a more youth-oriented style that some find off-putting.
Listeners appreciate the candid discussions and insights into tech and politics.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#57
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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

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.
‘Stop Trying to Unmask Satoshi Nakamoto’ Says Actor Ben McKenzie
Q: You've been on this war path for years. Tell me about the origins of the documentary and how the project began.
The film started as me collaborating with journalist Jacob Silverman on a book and reporting project; we built a narrative spine around my own story and motivation, then expanded to include interviews with key crypto figures, Capitol Hill material, and a broader look at the ecosystem, ultimately turning into a documentary.
LegalEagle, the Internet’s Favorite Lawyer, Makes Sense of ‘Multiple Watergates per Week’
Q: What is your stance on political bias and how you reach audiences in polarized times?
We aim to be non-partisan in our legal analyses, acknowledge potential political implications of our opinions, and strive to present facts and law as written while being transparent about our viewpoints when we express them.
LegalEagle, the Internet’s Favorite Lawyer, Makes Sense of ‘Multiple Watergates per Week’
Q: How has the Trump era changed the kind of legal explainers you produce on LegalEagle?
It pushed us to expand from occasional weekly explainers into multiple, deeper explainers per week, covering a surge of Watergate-level scandals and evaluating what the law actually covers in each case.

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Focusing on the intersection of technology, culture, and politics, episodes feature discussions about significant events in the tech industry, potential ethical dilemmas, and the influence of tech culture on society. With a mix of original reporting and in-depth interviews, the content examines topics like AI ethics, philanthropy in tech, and the role of social media in shaping public perception. Unique elements include insightful commentary and personal anecdotes from hosts with deep industry backgrounds and expertise, providing a blend of information and entertainment that appeals to tech-savvy listeners.

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