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Decoder is a show from The Verge about big ideas — and other problems. Verge editor-in-chief Nilay Patel talks to a diverse cast of innovators and policymakers at the frontiers of business and technology to reveal how they’re navigating an ever-changing landscape, what keeps them up at night, and what it all means for our shared future.

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Today, I’m talking with a very special guest: Sir Tim Berners-Lee, the inventor of the World Wide Web. Tim is a legend in the history of the internet. He created HTML and HTTP. It doesn’t really get more foundational than that — Tim was there at the ... more

We keep hearing over and over that generative AI is causing massive problems in education, both in K-12 schools and at the college level. Lots of people are worried about students using ChatGPT to cheat on assignments, and that is a problem. But real... more

David Risher was on Lyft's board for years, but only stepped in as CEO in 2023, to help turn the company around. He's done pretty well so far, but there are still a lot of open questions for him to face. It's not just competition for riders and drive... more

This is Sarah Jeong, features editor at The Verge. I’m standing in for Nilay for one final Thursday episode here as he settles back into full-time hosting duties. Today, we’ve got a fun one. I’m talking to Cory Doctorow, prolific author, internet ac... more

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Episode: Zocdoc CEO: "Dr. Google is going to be replaced by Dr. AI"
Kanjun Qiu
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David Hershey
Leads the applied AI team at Anthropic
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Jim Farley
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Heidy Khlaaf
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Sam Reich
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Hosts

Alex Heath
Deputy Editor at The Verge and guest host, he brings insights from technology journalism and a keen understanding of the current digital landscape.
Casey Newton
Founder and editor of Platformer, he focuses on technology's cultural impact and brings a unique perspective to discussions.
Jon Fortt
Co-host of Closing Bell Overtime and creator of the Fort Knox streaming series on LinkedIn, he provides analysis and insight on technology and business.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 5.5k ratings
  • Mediocre and Overrun with Ads

    I really wanted to like The Decoder Podcast from Patel, but it’s honestly hard to get through. The topics feel painfully mediocre — like filler content stretched into full episodes — and there’s little real insight or originality. To make things worse, there are two ad breaks in under 30 minutes, which completely kills the flow. Feels more like a half-hearted side project than something worth subscribing to.

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    Slx2sxf
    Germanya month ago
  • Bring Nilay back

    Too much I, I, I, my, my, my, me, me, me... Feels strange on this show... Nilay - your team can do better!

    Apple Podcasts
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    Johnny4electric
    United Statesa month ago
  • AI psychosis Episode

    Was excellent and gave more information on the technology than anywhere else. Thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Wallabywonder
    United States2 months ago
  • Informative, plural, up to date

    Podcast Addict
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    Vidrob
    3 months ago
  • 我,

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    暱稱可以不要嗎
    Taiwan3 months ago

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The quality of guests and the depth of conversations are frequently praised.

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#141
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#172
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#218
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How Silicon Valley enshittified the internet
Q: What do we do about Enshittifcation?
We should make it easier for users to leave platforms and promote labor organizing among tech workers.
Lyft CEO David Risher on paying drivers more and the shift to robotaxis
Q: Can Lyft pay drivers more money, especially when the promise of autonomy is to replace the drivers entirely?
David asserts that Lyft pays drivers as much as possible and ensures their compensation aligns with earnings goals.
Why GM will give you Gemini — but not CarPlay
Q: Do you think that consumers are going to feel the impacts of the tariff policies on GM or other car makers?
Yes, we're looking at how do we maintain our focus on affordability and how do we continue to drive efficiency.
The EV tax credit is dead. What now?
Q: How are they going to be able to manage this?
The automakers are looking to innovate in the production process to make EVs cheaper and more competitive, as the tax credit has been eliminated.
The EV tax credit is dead. What now?
Q: Can you tell me a little bit about what did this tax credit do and why is it disappearing now?
The EV tax credit was a $7,500 tax credit for buying an electric vehicle aimed at incentivizing consumers to shift from gas-guzzling vehicles to EVs. It expired due to legislative changes by the Trump administration.

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