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Industry expert Mikah Sargent, brings you interviews from tech journalists who make or break the top stories of the week. Get the freshest perspective and in depth insight into the fast-paced world of technology from Tech News Weekly.

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Latest Episodes

Google's new policy for the use of its AI products with K-12 accounts. A SpaceX phone service? The aftermath of the largest crypto theft at Binance. And how the "agentic web" is being welcomed by some websites.

• Google is switching off its AI tools... more

Amazon unveiled a new Echo device lineup. Proton's AI manifesto. Understanding the PHP2Shell flaws, and Apple unveiled its first-ever touchscreen MacBook Pro!

• Mikah looks at Amazon's new Echo lineup the company unveiled earlier this week, includin... more

Meta Muse's security flaw. Reviews of the iPhone Duo are starting to come out. Microsoft's plans to overhaul the Xbox department. And Meta is ordered to pay $25 billion in a New Mexico court ruling.

• Mikah shares a PSA on Meta's new Muse AI agent: ... more

Apple recently unveiled its Apple HomeView, and Jennifer Pattison Tuohy got a first-hand look at Apple's foray into the smart home market! Apple also unveiled its Apple TV 4K and HomePod mini 2. And some US states have filed lawsuits against OpenAI. more

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Recent Guests

Joseph Cox
Journalist at 404 Media reporting on Proton's AI push and workplace culture.
404 Media
Episode: TNW 461: The Mac Finally Gets Touchy - Apple Unveils Its Touchscreen MacBook Pro
Zack Whittaker
Security reporter at TechCrunch covering the PHP2Shell vulnerabilities.
TechCrunch
Episode: TNW 461: The Mac Finally Gets Touchy - Apple Unveils Its Touchscreen MacBook Pro
D. Griffin Jones
Writer at Extraordinary covering Apple and consumer technology.
Extraordinary
Episode: TNW 461: The Mac Finally Gets Touchy - Apple Unveils Its Touchscreen MacBook Pro
Allison Johnson
Senior smartphone reviewer at The Verge
The Verge
Episode: TNW 460: iPhone Duo: A Week Later - Apple's Big $2000 Mobile Bet
Sebastian Herrera
Fortune journalist reporting on Microsoft and Xbox
Fortune
Episode: TNW 460: iPhone Duo: A Week Later - Apple's Big $2000 Mobile Bet
Isaiah Poritz
Bloomberg Law journalist covering the Meta verdict
Bloomberg Law
Episode: TNW 460: iPhone Duo: A Week Later - Apple's Big $2000 Mobile Bet
Jennifer Pattison Tuohy
Smart-home journalist at The Verge.
The Verge
Episode: TNW 459: Apple's Smart Home Reset - Apple's New Take on Smart Home Devices
Amanda Silberling
TechCrunch writer, on Tech News Weekly
TechCrunch
Episode: TNW 458: Congress Takes Aim at Flock - Why AI Agents Look & Feel Inviting
Jason Koebler
Co-founder, 404 Media
404 Media
Episode: TNW 458: Congress Takes Aim at Flock - Why AI Agents Look & Feel Inviting

Hosts

Mikah Sargent
Lead host with a focus on technology news, reviewer insights, and guest-led discussions; long-running contributor in the tech journalism space.
Dan Moren
Co-host/guest with expertise in technology, games, and industry analysis; provides on-the-ground perspectives and hosts some episodes.

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 1.4k ratings
  • Fantastic Tech News Podcast!

    I love listening to Mikah and this guests as they discuss all the latest news and developments in the tech world!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FireToad69
    United Kingdom2 years ago
  • Informative and entertaining

    Milan Sargent is smart, curious and explains tech in a way that’s accessible to a wide audience. His rotating co-hosts keep the show fresh and adds variety to the opinions and insights.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    yogaphyl
    United States2 years ago
  • Premium Content

    The TWIT team features the most competent guests, covering all the current important topics. They are interactive, answer questions, and have a chat on Discord. TWIT is authentic.

    This is IT content at an excellent level—exemplary and highly recommended!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MaSaEurope
    Germany2 years ago
  • Obvious political stance reinforced by a parade of only leftist voices of the guest.

    Bye.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    daant76
    United States3 years ago
  • Talk faster please

    JFC I’m listening at 2x speed(the fastest speed available on Apple’s Podcast app) and the host is still taking forever to get a point across, it sounds like normal speed

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Manny Camps
    United States3 years ago

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High-quality analysis that helps shape tech decisions for brands and listeners.
Hosts keep a lively pace and great topic selection, with solid industry depth.
Thoughtful guests and strong interviews, very credible tech coverage.
Professional production and reliable insights, though some listeners prefer fewer political touches.
Noted negative feedback around perceived bias and ad frequency in some episodes.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

TNW 461: The Mac Finally Gets Touchy - Apple Unveils Its Touchscreen MacBook Pro
Q: What makes PHP2Shell especially bad compared with a typical security flaw, and what can an attacker do with these exploits?
The flaws can allow unauthenticated remote code execution, enabling attackers to install malicious software, take control of affected servers and potentially reach other systems on the same network.
TNW 461: The Mac Finally Gets Touchy - Apple Unveils Its Touchscreen MacBook Pro
Q: What did Proton's internal email say about re-interviewing employees on their use of AI, and how were employees interpreting it?
Cox says leadership wanted to identify employees already using AI and encourage broader adoption. Staff interpreted the interviews as a signal that using AI could affect promotions or continued employment.
TNW 460: iPhone Duo: A Week Later - Apple's Big $2000 Mobile Bet
Q: How in the world did [Xbox] end up in this fix-it mode instead of getting to celebrate its 25th anniversary, and what did current and former employees tell you went wrong?
Sebastian Herrera says Xbox lost focus by spreading across too many priorities, failing to establish a clear reason to buy its console, and allowing internal teams to compete rather than share a cohesive mission.
TNW 460: iPhone Duo: A Week Later - Apple's Big $2000 Mobile Bet
Q: For folks who haven't held one yet, which is most people, what is the iPhone Duo like closed versus open? And then how did that shape change the way that you actually used it day to day?
Allison Johnson describes a compact 5.4-inch cover screen that works for quick tasks but can be awkward to use one-handed. The phone is heavy, and its wide inner display is the experience she most enjoys.
TNW 459: Apple's Smart Home Reset - Apple's New Take on Smart Home Devices
Q: Did you get to see examples of the facial recognition switching things between people?
Tuohy explains that facial recognition can bring up a personalized display with a user's messages and calendar, then lock access when that person leaves. Apple demonstrated Siri AI using personal context to identify a visitor's arrival time and schedule a coffee machine to turn on beforehand.

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What is Tech News Weekly about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A fast-moving tech news show that brings in seasoned technology journalists to unpack the week's top stories. Episodes regularly spotlight AI policy, major device launches, regulatory shifts, and big-picture industry dynamics, often with hands-on demos or data-driven breakdowns. Guests tend to provide reporting depth, practical context for decision-makers, and thoughtful critiques of how tech evolves in business, policy, and everyday life. The show is notable for its frequent, well-prepared guest panels and clear emphasis on reliability and in-depth analysis over hot takes. Listeners are likely professionals in tech, media, and marketing who want a trusted pulse on what's shaping the industry, with sponsorships and ad reads woven through sp... more

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5. Sebastian Herrera
6. Isaiah Poritz
7. Jennifer Pattison Tuohy
8. Amanda Silberling

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