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Welcome to Uncanny Valley—an insider look at the people, power, and influence of Silicon Valley—where each week, WIRED’s writers and editors bring you original reporting and analysis about some of the biggest stories in tech. On Tuesdays, The Big Interview with WIRED’s Global Editorial Director Katie Drummond in conversation with influential figures in culture, politics, business, science, and beyond for a discussion captured through the WIRED lens. On Thursdays, WIRED writers and editors Zoë Schiffer, Brian Barrett and Leah Feiger add you to the Slack group thread to let you into what they’re hearing from sources in Silicon Valley and D.C, read you into what trends you should be watching for and how WIRED is thinking about it all.

Episodes

All of Our Hopes and Fears for Tech

19 Dec 2024

36m

Is This The Year We Quit Social Media?

12 Dec 2024

42m

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In this episode of the WIRED podcast, the hosts dive into the changing world of text-based social media, examining the shift from Twitter (now X) to newer platforms like BlueSky and Threads. They share their own experiences with social media overuse and discuss why many people are looking to leave these platforms, citi...

In this heartfelt finale of Gadget Lab, the hosts dive into a captivating discussion about the ethical challenges and market realities surrounding AI-powered devices, with a particular focus on the Shazam pet collar. They explore the difficulties of authentic communication with technology, the limitations of current AI...

How Should We Feel About Ring?

10 Oct 2024

34m

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In this podcast episode, we explore the innovative AI-driven search feature of Ring cameras, highlighting its advantages and drawbacks in navigating home security footage, similar to YouTube's search capabilities. Senior writer Paresh Dave from WIRED shares valuable insights as the discussion shifts to Ring's evolving ...