

Decoder with Nilay Patel
The Verge
Decoder is a show from The Verge about big ideas — and other problems. Verge editor-in-chief Nilay Patel talks to a diverse cast of innovators and policymakers at the frontiers of business and technology to reveal how they’re navigating an ever-changing landscape, what keeps them up at night, and what it all means for our shared future.
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Sep 16, 2015 • 1h 1min
Recode Decode: Buzzfeed founder Jonah Peretti
BuzzFeed is one of the most important and successful new media companies, tying together deeply reported impact journalism with content optimized for the digital age. Peter Kafka talks with founder and CEO Jonah Peretti, and later on, The Verge's Lauren Goode discusses the Apple event and Jason Del Rey dishes about mobile payments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 8, 2015 • 56min
Recode Decode: LinkedIn CEO Jeff Weiner
Like rivals Facebook and Twitter, LinkedIn is no longer just a social network, it's a content platform, a recruiting tool, a resume builder and much, much more. In the Red Chair this week, CEO Jeff Weiner explains how the company has grown and evolved. Plus, Walt Mossberg talks about apps for work and Ina Fried dives into the business of wearables. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 1, 2015 • 60min
Recode Decode: Marc Andreessen, investor and entrepreneur
Since founding Netscape more than 20 years ago, Marc Andreessen has been one of Silicon Valley's most influential figures. The entrepreneur-turned-venture capitalist talks with Kara Swisher about bubbles, politics, parenting and more, in an extended interview on this week's show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 26, 2015 • 56min
Recode Decode: Ex-Googler Erica Baker
Google salary spreadsheet creator Erica Baker talks diversity in tech with Kara Swisher, Lauren Goode debriefs drones and Ina Fried discusses car tech. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 19, 2015 • 44min
Recode Decode: Twitter legal boss Vijaya Gadde
Twitter general counsel Vijaya Gadde talks about social media and the law, Walt Mossberg and Kara go back and forth on Apple's fall lineup and Kara gives the ABCs of aging in Silicon Valley. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 11, 2015 • 52min
Recode Decode: Investor Chris Sacca
Investor Chris Sacca talks about the state of Twitter, potential buyers, and the importance of strong leadership. They reflect on leaving Google, discuss podcasts and changing payment plans for wireless carriers, and explore the end of phone subsidies.

Aug 5, 2015 • 48min
Recode Decode: "Million Dollar Listing" star Roh Habibi
Kara talks with Roh Habibi, star of reality show "Million Dollar Listing San Francisco," and guest Amina Sow speaks about her experience as a black woman in tech. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Jul 28, 2015 • 51min
Recode Decode: Andreessen Horowitz GP Chris Dixon
Kara Swisher talks with Andreessen Horowitz general partner and entrepreneur and investor Chris Dixon about the landscape of venture capital and virtual reality. Walt Mossberg shares his perspective on Windows 10 and fields questions from his followers on Twitter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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Jul 22, 2015 • 50min
Recode Decode: Y Combinator's Sam Altman
Kara Swisher talks with Y Combinator president and Reddit board member Sam Altman about the social news site and the challenges of entrepreneurship. Lauren Goode fields questions on the "Internet of Things." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jul 15, 2015 • 48min
Recode Decode: Elon Musk biographer Ashlee Vance
Kara Swisher talks with journalist Ashlee Vance about his new book on Elon Musk. They discuss Musk's "Tony Stark" image, the future of Tesla and whether Musk is mellowing out. Also on the show: photo apps and Reddit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


