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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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Recent Guests

Hannah Ritchie
Data scientist at Oxford and author of 'Clearing the Air'
Oxford University
Episode: What the climate story gets wrong
Liz Lopatto
Senior Reporter at The Verge, reporting on AI and its financial implications
The Verge
Episode: The company at the heart of the AI bubble
Sir Tim Berners-Lee
Inventor of the World Wide Web and author of the memoir 'This Is For Everyone'
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Episode: Sir Tim Berners-Lee doesn’t think AI will destroy the web
Sean Fitzpatrick
CEO of LexisNexis
LexisNexis
Episode: LexisNexis CEO says the AI law era is already here
Sterling Anderson
Chief Product Officer at GM
General Motors
Episode: Why GM will give you Gemini — but not CarPlay
Mary Barra
Chair and CEO of GM
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Episode: Why GM will give you Gemini — but not CarPlay
Oliver Kharraz
Co-founder and CEO of Zocdoc
Zocdoc
Episode: Zocdoc CEO: "Dr. Google is going to be replaced by Dr. AI"
Kanjun Qiu
CEO of AI Startup, Imbue
Imbue
Episode: The AI industry is at a major crossroads
David Hershey
Leads the applied AI team at Anthropic
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Episode: The good, the bad, and the future of AI agents

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
  • Too much AI slop

    Too big a focus on AI. There are other interesting things happening in tech.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    SM Miah
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • As good as it gets

    Nilay is a welcoming and engaging host to some of the most important and/or interesting decision makers in business and government. Illuminating the internal structures and external pressures these corporations and institutions are facing, he‘s asking tough questions that go to the core of a variety of societal concerns. Journalism that deserves the name. Entertaining and revealing.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    brilliantcorner
    Germanya month ago
  • Awesome interrogation of Lexis N guy. They have no guard rails. Best discussion of AI and the law

    Outstanding

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sue fanning
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • The best

    Leaving to ad free as subscriber but leaving review here

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Oktawian (PL)
    Poland2 months ago
  • 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
    Germany2 months ago

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

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#190
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#211
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Ring's Jamie Siminoff thinks AI can reduce crime
Q: Explain what you mean by we can get close to zeroing out crime.
With AI integrated into Ring, it allows for a comprehensive understanding of neighborhood dynamics, making crime less profitable and public safety more attainable.
Ring's Jamie Siminoff thinks AI can reduce crime
Q: What are the changes you made when you returned to Ring?
I changed the team's structure, focusing on more individual contributions instead of hierarchies, and emphasized a faster decision-making process.
Ring's Jamie Siminoff thinks AI can reduce crime
Q: Why did you go? Why did you come back?
I stepped back because I felt burned out after leading Ring for several years, and realized I only like doing one thing, which is Ring. Fortunately, I was able to return.
The company at the heart of the AI bubble
Q: How are circular finance practices influencing the perception of CoreWeave?
Liz describes circular financing as a concern for investors, as it involves high levels of cash flow within interconnected companies, raising red flags regarding profitability and sustainability.
The company at the heart of the AI bubble
Q: What does it mean for CoreWeave to be so dependent on Nvidia?
Liz explains that CoreWeave's existence is heavily tied to Nvidia's investment and support, as they provide not only the chips but also financial backing, influencing both companies' futures.

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