Episodes

July 24, 2025

ICYMI - 20 Years at the Edge of Tech and Audio with Leo Laporte

In Case You Missed It… Legendary tech guru and podcasting pioneer Leo Laporte graces our show, bringing his wealth of experience from a storied career that kicked off in the radio waves of 1976. In an engaging conversation, L...

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July 17, 2025

20 Years at the Edge of Tech and Audio with Leo Laporte

Matt Levine chats with Leo Laporte, a podcasting legend and founder of TWiT.tv, an Internet podcast network focusing on technology. They discuss the early days of podcasting, how tech media has shifted, and what it takes to s...

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July 3, 2025

ICYMI - Protect What You’re Building: Podcasting Smarter with Gordon …

In Case You Missed It… Gordon Firemark, the esteemed podcast lawyer, joins us for an enlightening discussion on the ever-evolving podcasting industry. Gordon's journey from a mere podcast enthusiast to hosting his own show, "...

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June 26, 2025

Protect What You’re Building: Podcasting Smarter with Gordon Firemark…

Matt Levine chats with Gordon Firemark, the CEO of Firemark Enterprises and a leading voice in entertainment law. They discuss the legal side of podcasting, what creators get wrong about copyright, why “fair use” isn’t a free...

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June 12, 2025

ICYMI - Fiercely Independent: Podcasting with Purpose with Dave Hamil…

In Case You Missed It… Meet Dave Hamilton, an iconic figure in the podcasting world, known for his blend of geeky charm and musical prowess. In this episode, we chat with Dave about his remarkable journey from the dawn of the...

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June 5, 2025

Fiercely Independent: Podcasting with Purpose with Dave Hamilton

Matt Levine chats with Dave Hamilton, Founder of BackBeat Media. They discuss what it really takes to build a podcast—from building community and attracting sponsors to maintaining top-tier audio quality and treating your sho...

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May 22, 2025

ICYMI - The Evolution of Podcasting with Hall of Famer Dave Jackson

In Case You Missed It… Podcasting legend Dave Jackson joins us for a captivating conversation that traces his awe-inspiring journey from the early days of podcasting in 2005 to his celebrated status in the industry today. Wit...

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May 15, 2025

The Evolution of Podcasting with Hall of Famer Dave Jackson

Matt Levine chats with Dave Jackson, Head of Podpage and founder of The School of Podcasting. Dave shares how he got started in podcasting, the lessons he’s learned across nearly two decades, and why staying true to your audi...

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May 1, 2025

ICYMI - Entertainment for Your Ears, While Your Eyes are Busy: Spoken…

In Case You Missed It… Join us for an engaging chat with James Cridland, the brilliant mind from Brisbane behind Podnews. With his rich background in radio, James has become a prominent figure in the podcasting world since 2017. Discover how he...

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April 24, 2025

Entertainment for Your Ears, While Your Eyes are Busy: Spoken Word Au…

Matt Levine chats with James Cridland, a radio veteran and the mind behind Podnews, a daily podcast and newsletter covering the podcasting industry. With over 1,930 podcast episodes and newsletters, James shares his insights on why audio is still...

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April 10, 2025

ICYMI - Crafting the Perfect Podcast Sound Through Automation and Art…

In Case You Missed It… Christoph Grasser, an audio virtuoso with a diverse background in engineering, music, and production, takes center stage to share his remarkable journey with us. From blending rock and metal concerts to orchestrating German...

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April 3, 2025

Crafting the Perfect Podcast Sound Through Automation and Artistry wi…

Matt Levine sits down with Christoph Grasser, an audio engineer, musician, producer, and the head of strategy for Auphonic, an all-in-one audio post-production web tool. They discuss why finding a loyal niche audience is more valuable than chasing...

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March 20, 2025

ICYMI - Beyond the Headlines: Balancing Journalism, Community, and AI…

In Case You Missed It… Erica Mandy, the pioneering force behind The NewsWorthy podcast, joins us for a riveting conversation on her transformation from a traditional TV news reporter to a leading voice in podcasting. Erica opens up about her...

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March 13, 2025

Beyond the Headlines: Balancing Journalism, Community, and AI with Er…

Matt Levine talks with Erica Mandy, Founder and Host of The NewsWorthy, an award-winning daily news podcast. They discuss Erica’s bold leap from TV news reporting to podcasting and why she felt compelled to create a more accessible, less...

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Feb. 27, 2025

ICYMI - Why You're Wrong About AI: Overcoming Limitations of Artifici…

In Case You Missed It… Chris Penn, the pioneering mind behind TrustInsights.ai and a leading figure in AI analytics, shares his captivating journey through the evolving landscape of artificial intelligence. From his early days in IT to his...

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Feb. 20, 2025

Why You're Wrong About AI: Overcoming Limitations of Artificial Intel…

Matt Levine sits down with Christopher Penn, the Co-Founder and Chief Data Scientist at TrustInsights.ai. They discuss why we’re underusing AI, the biases holding us back, and how to embrace AI’s strengths for practical applications. Christopher...

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