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POLITICO Tech

POLITICO
Artificial Intelligence
Cybersecurity
Joint Cyber Defense Collaborative
US Border Security
Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency
Disinformation
CISA
2020 U.S. Presidential Election
Donald Trump
Generative Artificial Intelligence
Elections
Social Media
Biden Administration
Fentanyl
Republican Party
Iran
Colonial Pipeline
Journalism
Surveillance Technology
Biometric Data

The POLITICO Tech podcast is your download on the disruption that technology is bringing to politics and policy. New episodes on Thursdays.

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Tech companies are spending billions of dollars to build out their AI ambitions — with little clarity about how they’ll recoup their investments. Miriam Vogel, the CEO of the nonprofit EqualAI and former chair of the National AI Advisory Council, say... more

Even if you don’t use Signal, you certainly remember Signalgate. That was the scandal in March when senior U.S. officials used a private messaging app to communicate about a military strike in Yemen — and included a journalist in the chat. It thrust ... more

Tensions between the U.S. and China are inflamed yet again — with the tech sector in the crossfire. In the latest move, Beijing has threatened to restrict the trade of rare earth magnets and metals, which are critical for making high-tech products, f... more

A growing number of city governments are adopting artificial intelligence — and San Jose Mayor Matt Mahan wants to outpace all the rest. The former tech entrepreneur is pushing employees across Silicon Valley’s largest city to adopt the technology as... more

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Meredith Whittaker
President of the Signal Foundation, former Google employee and privacy advocate
Signal Foundation
Episode: Signal’s Meredith Whittaker on AI hype and the end of privacy
Liza Tobin
Managing Director at Garno Global, former CIA analyst and China Director on the National Security Council
Garno Global
Episode: Why the latest U.S.-China tech fight may be the biggest yet
Bharat Ramamurti
Former Deputy Director of the National Economic Council under President Biden
Episode: The next president’s AI problem
Dean Ball
Former Senior Policy Advisor, Office of Science and Technology Policy
Foundation for American Innovation
Episode: An exit interview with Trump’s AI policy adviser
Rob Geckle
Chairman and CEO of Airbus US Space & Defense
Airbus US Space & Defense
Episode: Silicon Valley enters the space race
Neil Chilson
Head of AI Policy at the Abundance Institute and former chief technologist at the Federal Trade Commission
Abundance Institute
Episode: Trump’s AI plan is a gift to Silicon Valley — with a catch
Paolo Benanti
Professor and author at the Vatican, acts as the de facto advisor on AI.
Vatican
Episode: The Vatican’s AI battle
Vilas Dhar
President and trustee of the Patrick J. McGovern Foundation, focusing on AI for public good
Patrick J. McGovern Foundation
Episode: Do Americans need digital IDs?
Patrick McGee
Author of 'Apple in China, the Capture of the World's Greatest Company'
Episode: Apple’s China dilemma

Host

Steven Overly
Host discussing the intersection of technology and politics, often bringing in expert insights from various sectors.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 598 ratings
  • When it's not election season this podcast offers insightful if sometimes questionable takes on tech news and coming developments. Unfortunately. During the election season this podcast has become a thinly veiled campaign ad for Kamala Harris.

    Podcast Addict
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    AgentZero
    a year ago
  • Some of the worst takes on the internet.

    If you are a progressive voter, you will love it. They spoon feed you the cope you need to be blissfully ignorant about tech market workings. Everyone else, time is better spent elsewhere.

    The only reason I stay subscribed is to find out what low quality copium is being peddled.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Anzel360
    United Statesa year ago
  • Probably the most authoritative and smart podcasts in the tech space.

    This is a smart listen that has become a regular part of my morning routine. The host and his guests are some of the most authoritative and informed people on a variety of issues impacting the future of tech in society, like AI (though this might be covered a little too much tbh) and the role policy plays in shaping what’s to come. I’ve enjoyed listening and learning from the podcast and am better prepared to understand the interplay between tech and policy.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    globalnole
    United Statesa year ago
  • Good

    My father is in it so it is consequently amazing

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Chicken poop 75
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Helpful

    Podcast Addict
    5
    DaniDani
    3 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the authoritative perspectives presented by experts on contemporary tech issues.
Many enjoy the concise format, which makes complex topics accessible without sacrificing depth.
Some reviewers criticize the podcast for a perceived bias in discussing political topics, particularly around the Trump administration.

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Signal’s Meredith Whittaker on AI hype and the end of privacy
Q: Do you think Congress might be able to do something when it comes to privacy in the AI era?
Meredith emphasizes the need for privacy protections and that lawmakers need to become more educated on tech issues to safeguard privacy effectively.
Why the latest U.S.-China tech fight may be the biggest yet
Q: What leverage does the US have at this point, especially regarding Rare Earths?
Liza emphasizes that while Rare Earths are a significant bargaining chip for China, the US has strategic advantages in compute scaling and chip production technology.
Why the latest U.S.-China tech fight may be the biggest yet
Q: How do you size up the moment we're in now? Do you feel like we're on the precipice of a new trade war?
Liza indicates that we are indeed on a knife edge in US-China relations, with a wide range of potential outcomes, including tacit US capitulation.
Meet Silicon Valley’s AI-obsessed mayor
Q: Do you think the recent AI safety law in California is the right move?
While it's balanced compared to previous versions, I'm worried about the impulse to overregulate, which may hinder innovation.
Meet Silicon Valley’s AI-obsessed mayor
Q: What challenges have you faced in implementing AI in local government?
Challenges include needing extensive workforce education, varying levels of government regulations, and the complexity of specialized AI applications for processes like permitting.

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Technology's impact on politics and policy is a central theme explored through in-depth discussions with experts in the field. The podcast covers a wide range of timely topics, including artificial intelligence, cybersecurity, digital identities, and the evolving relationship between technology firms and government regulation. Unique perspectives from policymakers, technologists, and industry leaders provide valuable insights into how technological developments can reshape governance and societal structures. The conversations are likely to be informative for anyone interested in understanding the complex interplay between tech advancements and political frameworks.

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1. Meredith Whittaker
2. Liza Tobin
3. Bharat Ramamurti
4. Dean Ball
5. Rob Geckle
6. Neil Chilson
7. Paolo Benanti
8. Vilas Dhar

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