Material
RelayMaterial is a weekly discussion about the Google and Android universe. Your intrepid hosts try to answer the question, “What holds up the digital world?” The answer, so far, is that it’s Google all the way down. Hosted by Andy Ihnatko and Florence Ion.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 570 | Founded | 11 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | TechnologyNewsTech News | |||
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Flo and Andy both have had a few weeks with the new Fitbit Air. And—surprise, surprise—DuckDuckGo downloads have exponentially increased since last week's Google I/O keynote.
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• Introducing the new Google Fitbit Air
• Google ... more
What's that Spark that's trying to start a fire? Why, that's all of Google's I/O 2026 announcements.
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• I Tried Google's Screen-Free Smart Glasses, and They're Exactly What I Want
• Is Spark Another Rebrand of Google Gemini o... more
We're talking about Android's evolution into an "intelligent" operating system and why Chrome is storing 4GB of data on your computer.
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• A smarter, more proactive Android with Gemini Intelligence
• Introducing Googlebook, de... more
Android Show is next week, what will we learn? Google's DeepMind workers overseas are taking action against the company's military AI contracts.
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• Android Show I/O Edition: What's New for Android in 2026
• Google releases ex... more
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- Andy Needs A New Partner
I don’t want to be mean but I just cannot listen to Flo anymore. From the astrology, covid conspiracies, reality tv talk and divulging what she speaks to her therapist about, to the very narrow California view of the world. It just ruins the show for me. The Andy only episodes are fantastic! Flo doesn’t seem to know much about tech in general or Google other than skimming headlines and playing with a device for an hour. It’s surprising how little she is able to contribute with how many devices s... more
Apple Podcasts1olethembones
United States3 months ago - Not on Android, Still Love Material.
It’s a testament to this show that I don’t use Android. I haven’t in ages and have no plans to change that, but they are easily one of the most fun listens I have every week. I still like to keep up with what’s going on with the platform, and Flo and Andy make that a joy to do.
Apple Podcasts5WhatusaymarkUnited Statesa year ago - Listen to your tech reporters gab about their day and what they are covering
Very enjoyable to listen to such knowledgeable reporters who are such good friends. I enjoy the rambling and gossip, and the very relatable disillusionment with the tech bro CEOS getting rich off the skilled labor of others.
Please pump up the volume on Flo’s mic, she is very soft-spoken during most of the show. I’d like to hear what she has to say without cranking the volume up, and then down whenever Andy speaks.
Apple Podcasts5Blizzard1s2dUnited States2 years ago - No Show Flo
Neither host cares about this podcast. I thought the start of the Material One subscription (which I regretfully paid for a year of) would mean a more serious commitment to the show. I was so wrong. Flo is rarely there, leaving Andy to just ramble on with incoherent thoughts best left to himself. How about a guest co-host since she’s absent so often? I never learn anything or gain any insight on the supposed topic of the show anymore. Now Flo just takes a month off for “mental health” yet Andy s... more
Apple Podcasts1ohdembeinUnited States3 years ago - Politics Really?
I have always enjoyed listening to Andy & Flo while learning more Android and Google. But now every new show is turning into more of a political podcast. If I wanted to hear about politics there are plenty of other political podcasts, political social media posts, or news television to hear about this subject. I suggest that you change the description of your show and place it in the political category. This isn’t about my personal views about the left or the right side. This is just simply abou... more
Apple Podcasts1scotty1029United States4 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #163 |  United Kingdom/Technology |
Apple Podcasts | #205 |  Ireland/Technology |
Apple Podcasts | #229 |  Saudi Arabia/Technology |
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What is Material about and what kind of topics does it cover?
Two experienced tech journalists provide a conversational tour through Google and Android developments, blending hands-on analysis with a laid-back, banter-heavy style. Episodes often cover major product announcements, AI and safety discussions, and the broader tech ecosystem, with a strong emphasis on practical implications for developers, consumers, and industry players. A standout trait is the duo's chemistry and willingness to explore big questions about AI, privacy, and platform strategy while keeping the mood accessible and humorous for a tech-minded audience.
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Material launched 11 years ago and published 570 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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