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This Week in Tech is the top-ranked flagship tech podcast from TWiT.tv. Every Sunday, Leo Laporte and a roundtable of insiders explore the week's hottest tech news from AI to robots, and PCs to privacy. When it comes to tech, TWiT is IT. You can join Club TWiT for $10 per month and get ad-free audio and video feeds for all our shows plus everything else the club offers...or get just this podcast a... more

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Recent Guests

Patrick Beja
Tech podcaster, Blizzard veteran
Independent
Episode: TWiT 1078: The Great British Marmalade Scandal - Building Your Own Router
Cathy Gellis
Attorney at law, Techdirt contributor
Techdirt
Episode: TWiT 1077: I Would Download a Car - New Jury Ruling Could Reshape Social Media Liability
Harper Reed
AI guru, founder of 2389.ai
2389.ai
Episode: TWiT 1077: I Would Download a Car - New Jury Ruling Could Reshape Social Media Liability
Brian McCullough
Host of Tech Brew Ride Home
Tech Brew Ride Home
Episode: TWiT 1077: I Would Download a Car - New Jury Ruling Could Reshape Social Media Liability
Jennifer Pattison Tuohy
Senior Tech Reviewer at The Verge
The Verge
Episode: TWiT 1075: The Commonwealth Club - Meta Layoffs, DOGE Data Theft, & the Rise of AI Fails
Ian Thomson
Columnist (Techfinitive)
Techfinitive
Episode: TWiT 1075: The Commonwealth Club - Meta Layoffs, DOGE Data Theft, & the Rise of AI Fails
Richard Campbell
Host of Windows Weekly and Renner's Radio
Madura Park / Run As Radio
Episode: TWiT 1075: The Commonwealth Club - Meta Layoffs, DOGE Data Theft, & the Rise of AI Fails
Cindy Cohn
Executive Director, Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF)
EFF
Episode: TWiT 1074: Chicken Mating Harnesses - Supreme Court Rules AI Art Not Copyrightable
Nicholas De Leon
Senior Electronics Reporter for Consumer Reports
Consumer Reports
Episode: TWiT 1072: The Devil's Advocate - Jailbreaking Fighter Jets, Social Media Addiction, and Self-Driving Snafus

Host

Leo Laporte
Host and prominent tech journalist known for his insightful commentary on technology trends, often leading a roundtable of industry experts.

Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars from 4.6k ratings
  • Leo now woke political

    I listen for tech info not Leo's unfounded hatred for Trump and Elon. Leo great at tech but a simpleton at politics.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Glenn K1
    United Statesa month ago
  • Leo is such a shill for social media companies

    Honestly sad and pathetic how hard he tries to defend Facebook and Instagram. Let your guests speak, they’re the best part of the show

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    toolongtoclash
    United Statesa month ago
  • Stop the politics

    I am a 20 year listener of this network. It has always been a great escape from all the daily BS going on. Then, you guys had to start doing politics in every episode. Sadly I am no longer listening and can only leave you a one star. You should’ve stuck to technology reviews and not politics.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Joey Sack
    United Statesa month ago
  • Too much editorial and political opinion, please just go back to tech news.

    I love this podcast. However, it seems that it has taken on the tone of a news opinion show to the detriment of the tech content.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    r0gue007
    United Statesa month ago
  • You might like? No I DON’T

    Stop stuffing my feed with junk ( you might like….) . Are you getting paid to shill other podcasts?

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    jerryss
    United States2 months ago

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Many listeners appreciate the deep dives into tech issues and the variety of perspectives shared among guests.
There is a notable divide in listener sentiment about the show's direction, especially regarding the balance of tech and political content.
However, some express frustration with aspects of the format, particularly when political discussions overshadow tech topics.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#46
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#26
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#44
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#31
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#46
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#240
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TWiT 1077: I Would Download a Car - New Jury Ruling Could Reshape Social Media Liability
Q: Could this ruling open the floodgates for more lawsuits against platforms?
Yes, there is concern that if liability extends to design choices, more plaintiffs could attempt to sue smaller platforms and even individual blogs, though much depends on how courts apply existing statutes.
TWiT 1077: I Would Download a Car - New Jury Ruling Could Reshape Social Media Liability
Q: Do you think the New Mexico social media verdict will be overturned on appeal?
The panel suggests it's unlikely to be overturned easily, but appellate review could shape the reasoning, especially given jurisdictional quirks and 230 interpretations.
TWiT 1070: A Yacht for Your Yacht - Super Bowl LX Gets a Surge of AI Ads!
Q: Lou, what are you doing with your kids?
I'm working on understanding technology and educating them about social media and AI.
TWiT 1052: It's a Nice Day for CRM - AI Slop, Media Power, & the Future of Trust
Q: What do you think of the rapid rise of AI-generated content?
It's exciting but also concerning, especially regarding rights holders and how quickly regulations might need to adapt.
TWiT 1035: The Droids Are in the Escape Pod - You Can't Copyright Eleanor
Q: What makes a good AI regulatory framework?
The panel discusses the complexities and the need for sensible regulation rather than a patchwork of state laws.

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A flagship technology podcast features discussions on current tech news including topics such as artificial intelligence, privacy issues, social media dynamics, and the impact of tech on society. The format includes a roundtable of experts who present diverse viewpoints on the implications of technological advances and the ethical dilemmas they pose. This podcast aims to keep listeners informed about the latest developments in technology while providing entertaining commentary and insights into how these changes affect everyday life. Listeners can expect in-depth conversations that often touch on the social and political ramifications of technology, making it a unique source for tech enthusiasts and professionals alike.

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Recent guests on This Week in Tech include:

1. Patrick Beja
2. Cathy Gellis
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4. Brian McCullough
5. Jennifer Pattison Tuohy
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7. Richard Campbell
8. Cindy Cohn

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