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Total Leo (Audio)

TWiT
Polyfill.io
Supreme Court
Entrust
Jony Ive
Apple
Cybersecurity
Internet Archive
Formula One
Supply Chain Attack
Openssh
Windows 11
Copyright
Vision Pro
Content Moderation
Free Speech
Google
Cryptocurrency
Homepod
Roboform
Bitcoin

A compendium of podcasts from the Chief TWiT, Leo Laporte. This feed includes all of Leo's audio or video releases and sometimes includes his appearances on other podcasts. One feed to serve them all.

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Is the future of artificial intelligence running on your desk instead of in massive data centers? This episode breaks down how Nvidia's Blackwell chip and HP's new ZGX Nano could let anyone fine-tune jaw-dropping language models at home—and why priva... more

Microsoft is promising a bold AI-infused future for Windows 11, as the company aims to turn the OS into an AI-powered "agentic" hub. Amid all the Copilot hype, the hosts ask the tough questions: Are these AI features solving real problems, or is Big ... more

Think your mouse is harmless? Steve and Leo uncover how modern optical mice might be secretly "listening" in, and reveal why satellite data pouring down on us is almost entirely unsecured.

• The long awaited lawsuit to block Texas SB2420.

• Embatt... more

Apple announced the new M5 MacBook Pro, iPad Pro, and Vision Pro! Apple and F1 reach a 5-year media deal. And Steve Jobs will appear on the $1 U.S. coin.

• M5 Vision Pro, Dual Kit Band, PSVR2 controller review: Apple's experiment continues.

• Spec... more

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Recent Guests

Jeffrey Quesnelle
CEO of Nous Research and ethical AI advocate
Nous Research
Episode: Intelligent Machines 841: Dust and Deli Meat
Cathy Gellis
Attorney and writer for Tech Dirt
UC Law SF
Episode: This Week in Tech 1053: Robotic Lap Trimmer
Raiza Martin
Co-founder of Hux, an AI-driven news aggregation app
Hux
Episode: Intelligent Machines 839: Cogsuckers and Clankers
Steven Levy
Editor at large at Wired, author of numerous influential books on technology
Wired
Episode: Intelligent Machines 838: Fat Bears Live Now!
Andy Ihnatko
Technology Journalist
Episode: MacBreak Weekly 991: The Naughty List
Nick Foster
Former EDM DJ and designer, author of Could, Should, Might, Don't
Episode: Intelligent Machines 837: Could Should Might Don't
Jevin West
Professor and co-author of 'Calling BS'
University of Washington
Episode: Intelligent Machines 836: I See OJ and He Looks Scared
Carl Bergstrom
Professor and co-author of 'Calling BS'
University of Washington
Episode: Intelligent Machines 836: I See OJ and He Looks Scared
Harry McCracken
Technologizer at Fast Company
Fast Company
Episode: This Week in Tech 1048: Tiny Steering Wheel

Hosts

Paris Martineau
Investigative journalist focusing on technology at Consumer Reports and co-host of various projects related to AI and ethics.
Paul Thurrott
A technology journalist and co-host known for insight into Windows and consumer electronics.
Richard Campbell
Co-host of discussions on tech innovations and issues, especially around Windows and security.
Steve Gibson
Co-host and security expert known for his deep dives into cybersecurity topics and technology advancements.
Leo Laporte
The chief TWiT, recognized as a broadcasting veteran and expert in consumer technology, known for his entertaining and informative hosting style.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 276 ratings
  • Great!

    Great show -both informative and entertaining! Please just keep it coming!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tokoblondie
    United States7 months ago
  • I have listened to Leo (Uncle Leo as my wife and I refer to him) since his days with TechTV in the 90s. Unfortunately, he has started to fall prey to the trend of politicizing everything. I've come to the point of having to skip the first 30 minutes of each show to get past it all.

    Podchaser
    3
    John Parker
    9 months ago
  • Good show

    Podcast Addict
    4
    Koolious
    5 years ago
  • Best Tech Podcast, Hands Down!

    Great guests every week and an incredible amount of technology news packed into every episode. Can’t recommend this podcast enough!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Electric trainer
    United States6 years ago
  • Was Once A Fan

    If you’re interested in tech and how it relates to left leaning politics, this is your podcast. Me? I’m sick of it.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Liquid 360
    United States8 years ago

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Informative and entertaining content that appeals to tech enthusiasts.
Great depth of knowledge from hosts, creating a rich learning experience.
Some listeners express concerns over political bias in discussions.

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Apple Podcasts
#171
South Africa/Technology
Apple Podcasts
#203
Finland/Technology

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This Week in Tech 1054: Nine Days a Week
Q: What's your perspective on the societal impacts of social media?
Areas such as addiction and isolation among youth are serious concerns, and while social media connects people, it can also contribute to mental health issues, indicating a need for more robust regulations.
This Week in Tech 1054: Nine Days a Week
Q: How do you feel about the idea of using AI in military decision making?
AI can be a useful tool for the military to make data-driven decisions and improve operations; however, there are worries about how AI will be leveraged in critical decision-making processes, especially in combat situations.
Intelligent Machines 841: Dust and Deli Meat
Q: What does neutrally aligned AI mean?
Neutrally aligned means that the AI adapts to the user's guidance, without being influenced by corporate values.
Security Now 1045: News and Listener Views
Q: What are the immediate security measures that networks should take if they use Cisco devices with SNMP?
Networks using Cisco devices with exposed SNMP should immediately update their IOS to the latest version, disable SNMP on public-facing interfaces, and implement strict access control rules.
Security Now 1045: News and Listener Views
Q: Can you explain the risks associated with unsecured SNMP implementations?
Unsecured SNMP implementations can expose sensitive network configuration details and settings to unauthorized users on the public internet, making networks susceptible to exploitation and attacks.

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

This podcast serves as a thorough compilation of audio episodes from a prominent technology expert. It addresses a wide range of topics surrounding consumer technology, trends, and the evolving landscape of the tech industry. Each episode features discussions on the latest innovations, product reviews, and insights from expert guests, providing listeners with a comprehensive view of current technological advancements across various platforms. A particularly interesting aspect of the content is the engaging rapport between the host and guests, often infused with humor and personal anecdotes, making complex tech subjects more accessible to a general audience. The variety of perspectives and the depth of analysis likely resonate with listeners... more

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1. Jeffrey Quesnelle
2. Cathy Gellis
3. Raiza Martin
4. Steven Levy
5. Andy Ihnatko
6. Nick Foster
7. Jevin West
8. Carl Bergstrom

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