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The Vergecast

The Verge
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The Vergecast is the flagship daily podcast from The Verge about small gadgets, Big Tech, and everything in between. Every Friday, Nilay Patel and David Pierce hang out and make sense of the week’s most important technology news. And Monday through Thursday, David leads a selection of The Verge’s expert staffers in an exploration of how gadgets and software affect our lives – and which ones you sh... more

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Samsung just kicked off phone season with the new Galaxy Z Fold 8, Fold 8 Ultra, and Z Flip 8, along with two new watches and a look at its smart glasses. David and Nilay talk through all the new devices, Samsung's overall case for foldable phones, a... more

So far, most electric vehicles have looked more or less like cars. But recently, a few companies have looked to another, smaller mode of transport for inspiration. The Verge's Andy Hawkins explains why companies like Amble and Chip are reinventing th... more

Since the beginning of the AI revolution, a few companies have claimed to be building the best and most powerful AI models. All of them were American. More recently, a few Chinese companies seem to have caught up, shipping models that are much cheape... more

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It's public beta season, which means David and Nilay have been upgrading some devices this week. We talk through the good and bad of our early experiences with Siri AI, and what it'll take for next-gen Siri to be a hit. After that, we discuss the rea... more

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Recent Guests

Bart Butler
CTO of Proton
Proton
Episode: Apple's plot to crush OpenAI
Olivia Lanes
Global Lead for Content and Education at IBM Quantum
IBM
Episode: Apple's plot to crush OpenAI
Max Spero
CEO of Pangram, a leading AI text detector
Pangram
Episode: The one AI detector people actually trust
Terrence O'Brien
The Verge's Weekend Editor
The Verge
Episode: The problem with Suno and AI music
Ian Bogost
Writer at The Atlantic and professor at Washington University
The Atlantic; Washington University in St. Louis
Episode: The life-changing magic of touching stuff
Meredith Haggerty
Verge editor
The Verge
Episode: Our favorite tips for logging off
Tim Heidecker
Comedian and writer, Creative Director of the revamp of InfoWars
The Onion (involved), InfoWars project
Episode: Meet The Onion's new and improved InfoWars
Alex Reisner
Staff writer at The Atlantic discussing training data
The Atlantic
Episode: How to train your data
Sean Hollister
The Verge reporter who tested the Steam Machine
The Verge
Episode: Is the Steam Machine worth the wait?

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Nilay Patel
Host of The Vergecast
David Pierce
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Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 8.6k ratings
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    This is great

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Please fix this12346
    United States10 days ago
  • Repeating commercials 10 times

    The content is good, but unfortunately they seem to think it’s ok to repeat commercials for Odio 10 times. Yeah, it worked. It worked so well I hate Odio.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Dave A Rose
    Spaina month ago
  • Fave Tech Podcast

    I started listening to the Vergecast a month or two ago and it’s quickly become one of my favorite tech-related podcasts. Thoughtful coverage of different developments and really explores some of the deeper issues underlying our modern experience of the web.

    Also, absolutely love that I get to listen to new episodes daily now!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    amikins13
    United Statesa month ago
  • Too many episodes

    Wish the daily episodes were a different feed. I just want the Friday episode, my feed is so cluttered with this podcast now.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    GrizzlyGreek
    United Statesa month ago
  • Way too many episodes

    I enjoy hearing the writers talk about their reviews and their in-depth research. I enjoy listening to experts talk about stuff they are obsessed with. But there is no way I can keep up with this podcast or even The Verge’s homepage anymore. (And yet there is still never enough electric car content! I need educated tech reporters to dig into these giant, expensive computers on wheels because car reporters don’t have the necessary background.)

    Please bring back the excellent guest hosts, th... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Blizzard1s2d
    United Statesa month ago

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The show's depth and journalism are praised, though some dislike the political angle.
Overall, the hosts' expertise and clear explanations are a strong draw for tech-minded audiences.
Politics are a recurring topic; many listeners appreciate the mix of tech news with policy context.

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The life-changing magic of touching stuff
Q: How does the book propose we respond to friction in a world designed for ease?
Rather than resisting technology entirely, embrace friction in ways that enhance meaningful sensory engagement without abandoning convenience.
The life-changing magic of touching stuff
Q: Talk through the example of tickets and what it reveals about dematerialization.
Tickets used to carry physical texture and memory; now QR codes simplify access but remove the tactile and memetic rituals that made attending events feel special.
The problem with Suno and AI music
Q: What is Suno supposed to be, and how does it actually exist in the world today?
It's marketed as a democratizing tool for music creation, but in practice it's largely used for AI-generated covers and genre transfers, raising questions about copyright and the value of human-created music.
It's still way too hard to switch phones
Q: Why is it so hard to switch phones and carriers, and could there be a future with true one-click portability?
Part of the difficulty comes from real-world frictions like account integrity, messaging ecosystems (iMessage/WhatsApp), and the fact that carriers and platforms haven't aligned to make switching seamless, though eSIMs and carrier programs show progress toward easier transitions.
Were we too nice to the Steam Machine?
Q: Is this a good middle ground between console and PC, and will Valve smooth things out sooner than later?
They acknowledge it as a cautious middle ground, with potential if Valve continues to support and improve the platform, but early iterations show trade-offs that may deter non-gaming PC owners.

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What is The Vergecast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A tech-focused flagship show that blends hard-edged analysis of AI, policy, and big-tech moves with practical gadget coverage and lively, often humorous banter. Discussions frequently center on the intersections of technology, business strategy, regulation, and culture, with deep dives into AI governance, platform dynamics, and hardware trends, alongside timely gadget rundowns. Noteworthy is the hosts' willingness to stitch together complex policy and industry narratives with approachable storytelling, frequent sponsor segments, and a balance of practical tech guidance for everyday users and speculation about future tech bets. The show stands out for its candid journalism, strong tech-curiosity, and willingness to tackle political and regul... more

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