

Katie Drummond
Global Editorial Director of Wired and co-host of the podcast Uncanny Valley. Provides insights on the intersection of politics and technology, particularly regarding Elon Musk's involvement in government.
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Feb 21, 2025 • 1h 7min
DOGE’s Chaos Strategy, X’s New Valuation, and Guest Co-Host Katie Drummond
Katie Drummond, Global Editorial Director at WIRED, dives into the chaos surrounding DOGE and its connection to Elon Musk. They discuss whether Musk still holds sway over the cryptocurrency and unveil intriguing ties to political figures like Steve Bannon. The conversation shifts to X's ambitious plans to raise funds at the same valuation Musk acquired it for. The role of media in navigating misinformation and its implications in today's political landscape are also front and center, highlighting the importance of transparency and accountability.

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May 6, 2025 • 37min
Musk and DOGE: Inside 100 days of chaos, with WIRED’s Global Editorial Director Katie Drummond
Katie Drummond, Global Editorial Director of WIRED and co-host of Uncanny Valley, dives into the whirlwind of Elon Musk's influence during his time intertwined with politics. She discusses the intersection of government inefficiencies and the rise of Dogecoin, alongside the ethical dilemmas emerging from this relationship. Drummond uncovers the backlash faced by public figures linked to cryptocurrency and examines how business leaders navigate chaos and innovate in a landscape shaped by political dynamics.

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Mar 29, 2025 • 32min
Inside Elon Musk and DOGE's "revolutionary" push to reshape Washington, with WIRED's Katie Drummond
In this engaging discussion, Katie Drummond, Global Editorial Director at WIRED, dives into Elon Musk's audacious attempts to overhaul government efficiency, drawing on his dealings with the Trump administration. She explores the collision of Silicon Valley's disruptive ethos with federal bureaucracy. Drummond also tackles the radical implications of DOGE, Musk's influence on U.S. policy, and the challenges of data access and political manipulation, raising key questions about power, efficiency, and civil liberties in today's political landscape.

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May 28, 2025 • 52min
How to Reinvent a Magazine, with Wired’s Katie Drummond
Katie Drummond, Global Editorial Director of Wired, shares her journey of revamping the iconic magazine, emphasizing the need to attract new audiences and revenue. She discusses the surge in subscriber growth driven by political coverage and how this aligns with current societal dynamics. The conversation also touches on the changing perceptions of tech leaders post-election, the unique Canadian perspective on U.S. politics, and the challenges of maintaining high-quality journalism in a rapidly evolving media landscape.

May 10, 2024 • 33min
Wired’s Katie Drummond: The TikTok Ban Is “Rooted in Hypocrisy”; Plus, Hannah Goldfield on Culinary TikTok
Katie Drummond from Wired magazine discusses the TikTok ban as a corporate move to suppress competition, calling the security threat claim hypocritical. They explore the impact on social media regulation. Plus, Hannah Goldfield highlights culinary TikTok videos, including unconventional cooking trends like salmon cooked in a dishwasher.