The Verge

Decoder with Nilay Patel

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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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The Verge

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Latest episode

Jul 9, 2026

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Episodes

Recode Decode: Brian Rolapp, NFL Media Czar 10.12.2015

The NFL's media czar Brian Rolapp talks with Peter Kafka about why Internet companies might (or might not) get the rights to a soon-to-be-auctioned set of games. They also discuss what makes live sports different from other forms of TV and the impact of fantasy sports on the game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Recode Decode: Dick Costolo, Former Twitter CEO 07.12.2015

Former Twitter CEO Dick Costolo sits down with Kara Swisher to talk about what he's doing next, what he thinks of Twitter's future under Jack Dorsey and why men often fail to "do diversity." Later, Lauren Goode wheels in to Kara's desk to answer readers' questions about "hoverboards." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Recode Decode: Ricky Van Veen, CollegeHumor Co-Founder 03.12.2015

In this first episode of Peter Kafka's new weekly "Re/code Decode" interviews, CollegeHumor co-founder Ricky Van Veen sits down with Peter to talk about monetizing content on the Internet and why it's so hard. Plus: Why is a lot of that content moving to "old" platforms like TV, and who's more powerful, Rupert Murdoch or Mark Zuckerberg? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/a...

Recode Decode: Brian Chesky, Airbnb CEO 30.11.2015

Airbnb CEO Brian Chesky talks with Kara Swisher about being in Paris during the city's recent terror attacks, and what the hospitality company is doing after a major political win in San Francisco. Later, Lauren Goode gets a new job as Kara's personal shopper, with some help from The Verge's holiday gift guide. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Recode Decode: B.J. Novak and Dev Flaherty, The List App Co-Founders 25.11.2015

The List App co-founders B.J. Novak and Dev Flaherty talk about their new mobile-social app for making lists and how tech is changing the entertainment world. Later, Lauren Goode joins Kara to talk about Apple's new iPad Pro and whether it's worth the upgrade. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Recode Decode: Brent Bushnell and Eric Gradman, Two Bit Circus Co-Founders 18.11.2015

Two Bit Circus CEO Brent Bushnell and CTO Eric Gradman talk with Kara Swisher about their high-tech circus, STEAM Carnival; fixing education; and why playing games will break down kids' aversion to the sciences. Later, Lauren Goode finds out if the new BlackBerry Priv is good enough to challenge Kara's iPhone. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Recode Decode: Aaron Levie, Box CEO 11.11.2015

Box CEO Aaron Levie talks with Kara Swisher about the next wave of enterprise companies and why having $80,000 is better than having $10 million. Later on: How could switching between iOS and Android be easier? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Recode Decode: Sequoia Capital Chairman Sir Michael Moritz 04.11.2015

Venture capitalist and co-author of "Leading" Michael Moritz talks with Kara Swisher about the history and future of investing and leadership. Later on: Do food delivery services have a place outside of San Francisco? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Recode Decode: Huffington Post Editor in Chief Arianna Huffington 28.10.2015

Huffington Post editor-in-chief Arianna Huffington talks with Kara Swisher about why journalism is going mobile, but she won?t take her phone to bed. Later on: is 4K TV the future, or just hype? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Recode Decode: Betaworks CEO and co-founder John Borthwick 21.10.2015

John Borthwick, CEO of the "startup studio" Betaworks, tells Peter Kafka why mobile apps still rule, why he's still bullish on Twitter user growth and more. Later, Lauren Goode and Kara Swisher talk TV streaming, and Kurt Wagner unpacks the daily fantasy controversy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Recode Decode: Ericsson CEO Hans Vestberg 14.10.2015

Ericsson is maybe the largest communications technology company on the planet. This week, CEO Hans Vestberg tells Kara Swisher about the view from the top, and why he's excited about connectivity in the developing world and in cars. Later on, The Verge's Lauren Goode talks about our Code/Mobile conference and wearables, and Mark Bergen discusses Google search. Learn more about your ad choices. Vis...

Recode Decode: White House Senior Advisor Valerie Jarrett 07.10.2015

Valerie Jarrett is one of President Obama's most trusted confidants, and by extension one of the most powerful people in Washington. She talks with Kara Swisher about the tech industry, gun control, Congress and more. Later, Walt Mossberg talks about TV and the Internet, and Kurt Wagner discusses the executive turnover at Twitter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoice...

Recode Decode: Lenny newsletter co-founders Lena Dunham and Jenni Konner 28.09.2015

In a special hour-long interview with Kara Swisher, Lena Dunham and Jenni Konner talk about their new newsletter publication, Lenny. The duo behind HBO's "Girls" offer their thoughts on feminism, online harassment and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Recode Decode: Microsoft EVP Peggy Johnson 23.09.2015

Kara Swisher discusses the shiny, new startup-friendly Microsoft with its partnerships chief, Peggy Johnson. Plus, Lauren Goode on Internet publishing and Mark Bergen on advanced car tech. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Recode Decode: Buzzfeed founder Jonah Peretti 16.09.2015

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/adchoic...

Recode Decode: LinkedIn CEO Jeff Weiner 08.09.2015

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 podcastch...

Recode Decode: Marc Andreessen, investor and entrepreneur 01.09.2015

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

Recode Decode: Ex-Googler Erica Baker 26.08.2015

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

Recode Decode: Twitter legal boss Vijaya Gadde 19.08.2015

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

Recode Decode: Investor Chris Sacca 11.08.2015

Investor Chris Sacca shares his thoughts on who might get the Twitter CEO job, Walt Mossberg dives into the weird world of wireless carriers and Jason Del Rey explains the rise of "buy" buttons. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Recode Decode: "Million Dollar Listing" star Roh Habibi 05.08.2015

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

Recode Decode: Andreessen Horowitz GP Chris Dixon 28.07.2015

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

Recode Decode: Y Combinator's Sam Altman 22.07.2015

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

Recode Decode: Elon Musk biographer Ashlee Vance 15.07.2015

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

Recode Decode: Slack CEO Stewart Butterfield, Apple Music 08.07.2015

Kara Swisher interviews Slack CEO Stewart Butterfield, Lauren Goode talks about Apple Music and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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