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GeekWire brings you the week's latest technology news, trends and insights, covering the world of technology from our home base in Seattle. Our regular news podcast features commentary and analysis from our editors and reporters, plus interviews with special guests.

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This week: Microsoft is offering buyouts to about 60,000 employees, roughly a quarter of its workforce, including some executives. We discuss what's behind the offer, why buyout stories draw so much interest from readers, and how it fits with a block... more

This week: Microsoft’s longtime communications chief, Frank X. Shaw, looks back on nearly three decades of telling the company’s story as he prepares to leave at the end of the year. Joined by veteran Microsoft reporter and GeekWire contributing writ... more

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We start this week's GeekWire Podcast by opening the listener mailbag, highlighting some recent comments and emails that set a new standard for critical feedback, in different ways.

We discuss Vayo, the AI travel venture Booking Holdings is launchi... more

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This week, we take the GeekWire Podcast to Front Burner Studios near Pike Place Market, where our host is studio co-owner Seth Paul, who's also co-founder and CEO of the Seattle security startup Qinsay.

We discuss the White House crackdown on Micro... more

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Frank X. Shaw
Microsoft's longtime communications chief, preparing to leave after nearly three decades
Microsoft
Episode: Exit interview: Microsoft’s comms chief on CEOs, reporters, what he got wrong, and stories that stuck
Mary Jo Foley
Veteran Microsoft reporter, editor-in-chief of Directions on Microsoft and GeekWire contributing writer
Directions on Microsoft
Episode: Exit interview: Microsoft’s comms chief on CEOs, reporters, what he got wrong, and stories that stuck
Seth Paul
CEO and co-founder of Qinsay; co-owner of Front Burner Studios
Qinsay; Front Burner Studios
Episode: White House vs. Microsoft, AI fighter jets, and a visit to a startup founder's Seattle recording studio
Margaret O'Mara
Historian, University of Washington
University of Washington
Episode: Seattle and San Francisco: Big tech, political backlash and the AI boom
Jonathan Weber
San Francisco journalist, author of City on the Edge
Author/Journalist
Episode: Seattle and San Francisco: Big tech, political backlash and the AI boom
Mike Fridgen
Longtime Seattle entrepreneur and Madrona venture partner; guest on the live show
Madrona Venture Group / Seattle startups
Episode: Live show: Amazon, Meta and the fight over the future of AI; Plus, is Seattle still the place to build?
Toby Roberts
Senior Vice President of Engineering at Zillow
Zillow
Episode: AI meets real estate, with Zillow's engineering SVP Toby Roberts
Sunny Gupta
Co-founder and former CEO of Apptio, investor/tech executive
Thira; Apptio; Seattle Seahawks ownership
Episode: NBA's Ballmer crackdown echoes Microsoft antitrust, SF vs. Seattle housing, and a Seahawks tech twist
Bill Gates
Founder of Microsoft; philanthropist; AI thinker
Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
Episode: Bill Gates in his own words: How he's using AI, and why he's worried about the future

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Todd Bishop
Host of GeekWire podcast, guides conversations and introductions to topics.
John Cook
Co-host of GeekWire podcast, conducts interviews and adds analysis.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 164 ratings
  • AI objectivity?

    Not mentioning Grok AI within your discussion of AI platforms appears to be a selective approach, raising legitimate concerns about this podcast’s claimed objectivity!

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    HTTR_
    United States9 months ago
  • Great Show

    Great show! Why not on Spotify?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BonFacts
    United States9 months ago
  • Geek tech gumshoe journalism par excellence! My absolute favourite podcast. Very street savvy with high journalistic integrity.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Canuck
    2 years ago
  • A gem

    I love the Geekwire podcast but the technocapitalism episode was awful. Full of hyperbole, some facts wrong, just terrible.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Amex plat user
    United States2 years ago
  • Relevant and great

    Thoroughly impressed by each episode of the GeekWire Podcast. It’s both relevant and timely, addressing current topics that hit the mark in today’s fast-paced tech landscape. The dialogue is not only engaging but filled with actionable insights. A must-listen for anyone wanting to stay ahead of the curve.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Al mullins
    United States3 years ago

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Listeners praise the show's timeliness and accessible tech storytelling.
Guests are consistently high-profile and knowledgeable, with strong Seattle tech cred.

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Exit interview: Microsoft’s comms chief on CEOs, reporters, what he got wrong, and stories that stuck
Q: Is AI making communications better, worse, or just faster?
Shaw says it is mixed. AI can automate repetitive work, improve translation and help people create things they could not before, but it also lowers the barrier to producing misinformation and disinformation.
Exit interview: Microsoft’s comms chief on CEOs, reporters, what he got wrong, and stories that stuck
Q: What are you seeing today, as you make your exit from Microsoft, that is different and new about media? And is it just a repeat of what happened in the blogs and social media, or is this a different beast?
Shaw sees a recurring but not identical shift: media influence is fragmenting, and companies must understand emerging creators and work with them authentically. He says creators often build professional infrastructure over time, changing how companies interact with them.
Live show: Amazon, Meta and the fight over the future of AI; Plus, is Seattle still the place to build?
Q: Ellie, how can the business community engage productively in building the city and the region, and what models have you seen work in the Northwest?
Ellie outlined the importance of constructive engagement with civic groups and highlighted regional models that pair business, academia, and government to sustain innovation and jobs, emphasizing the need for founders to participate at appropriate stages and to support the local talent flywheel.
Bill Gates in his own words: How he's using AI, and why he's worried about the future
Q: After your 40-minute conversation with Bill Gates, did you walk out more concerned about our future?
Yes, I was more concerned, recognizing that Gates's memo highlights real, tangible risks and the urgency of proactive governance, even as he remains fascinated by AI's potential; it's a paradox that sticks with you after the interview.
From the dot-com boom to AI security: F5 at 30, with CEO François Locoh-Donou
Q: What about the SurePath AI acquisition and the accompanying AI security platform?
SurePath AI provides discovery of AI models and agents, while the platform will govern, test, and guardrail AI usage, consolidating discovery, testing, and remediation into a single integrated solution.

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Frequently Asked Questions About GeekWire

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

A tech-news and insights podcast from the Pacific Northwest that blends timely sector updates with in-depth conversations with founders, engineers, investors, and industry leaders. Episodes often center on AI adoption, enterprise software, cloud strategy, and regional tech dynamics, with on-site reporting, historical context, and nuanced takes on how larger players influence startups and innovation. Noteworthy strengths include on-location formats, strong interviewer rapport, and a track record of inviting guests who bridge technical depth with strategic business perspectives. Listeners are likely drawn to actionable insights, market context, and candid discussions about technology's real-world impact and career pathways in tech ecosystems.... more

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