Best Spec Network Podcasts (2025)

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Nintendo Shack 374 - TECH SPECS 1:46:47

2h ago1:46:47

1:46:47

On this week’s episode, Donnie & Delvin discuss Tetris Forever & Doom the Dark Ages, recent Switch 2 tech specifications, the next Mario movie, what those free Switch 2 upgrades mean for us, favorite Switch 1 games and more! PSVG Everything in one link: ⁠psvg.taplink.ws

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HBO's no good very bad rebrand 1:57:21

20m ago1:57:21

1:57:21

Names are hard — but they don't have to be this hard. Nilay, David, and The Verge's Jake Kastrenakes start the show with some personal news, before digging into the monumentally silly thinking behind Warner Bros. Discovery re-re-naming its streaming service HBO Max. After that, and some more streaming news, we turn our attention to the gadget news …

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Career Advice for Surviving AI Outsourcing 13:09

2h ago13:09

13:09

This episode addresses the fear surrounding industry changes, such as AI and potential outsourcing, and offers actionable advice for engineers, managers, and leaders to navigate these challenges. You'll learn why shifting your focus from just developing skills to embracing ownership and responsibility is crucial for long-term career resilience and …

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A buggy Sonos mystery 1:27:06

6h ago1:27:06

1:27:06

The Verge's Will Poor recently came home from vacation and discovered he had an insect problem. More specifically, his Sonos speaker had an insect problem. Will brings us the story of what really happened there, and what he discovered about how the animal kingdom — and the electronics world — works. After that, The Verge's Andru Marino tells us abo…

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DF Direct Weekly #213: Switch 2 Processor Analysed, GTA 6 'Gameplay', RTX 5060 Controversy 1:45:30

6d ago1:45:30

1:45:30

Switch 2 mysteries are finally resolved as two independent analyses confirm an 8nm processor... with a twist. Meanwhile, Rich, Alex and Oliver debate the meaning of 'gameplay' with regards to Grand Theft Auto 6, Trailer 2 while the team compares notes on the Asus ROG Ally 2, Xbox Project Kennan leaks. Oliver stacks up Switch 2 Final Fantasy 7 Remak…

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Nintendo Shack 373 - Nintendo Finances & Switch 2 Updates 2:19:01

2d ago2:19:01

2:19:01

On this week’s episode, Donnie, Delvin, and Rebecca shed some light on the Game Key Cards for the Nintendo Switch 2 after new information was obtained via a hack. They briefly discuss the latest Nintendo financial details as well as Switch 2 forecasts before diving into the latest headlines about Chrono Trigger, Switch 2 console themes, the newest …

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Why Apple is trying to save Google 1:45:27

4d ago1:45:27

1:45:27

Where will Meta, Apple, and Google be three years from now? It's starting to look like they might all be very different. Nilay, David, and The Verge's Richard Lawler start the show with Eddy Cue's testimony in the Google search trial, in which Cue argued that AI is taking over — and that Google should be allowed to keep paying Apple gobs of money. …

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The AI wearables are always listening 1:19:38

7d ago1:19:38

1:19:38

The Verge’s Victoria Song joins the show to talk about a new genre of gadget, which both she and David have been testing a lot: the AI-powered, always-on voice recorder. Vee shares what she’s learned from devices like Bee, and why it’s going to be so hard for AI to figure out what really matters in our lives. After that, The Verge’s Nathan Edwards …

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DF Direct Weekly #212: Big Xbox Price Hikes, Doom The Dark Ages Path Tracing, Far Cry 4 60FPS! 2:12:54

13d ago2:12:54

2:12:54

Microsoft's astonishing price hikes for Xbox Series consoles dominate the discussion this week, before Rich, John and Alex move on to discussing topics as diverse as Doom: The Dark Age's path tracing, Far Cry 4's 60FPS update, along with RTX 5070 Super and 5080 Super rumours. Meanwhile, Alex gets to grips with Oblivion Remastered PC anti-stutter "m…

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Nintendo Shack 372 - Firmware 20.0.0 2:26:57

13d ago2:26:57

2:26:57

This week on the Nintendo Shack, Delvin is out so Donnie and Rebecca talk all about the latest Switch firmware update and everything you need to know about the new Virtual Game Card system, sharing games between consoles, etc. They discuss a few other topics afterwards, like Cyberpunk exclusive features on the NS2, news about the Switch Online app,…

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How Apple lost control of the App Store 1:51:24

11d ago1:51:24

1:51:24

Everywhere you look, antitrust fights have the potential to reshape the tech industry. Nilay, David, and The Verge's Jake Kastrenakes start by digging into the latest ruling in the Apple / Epic trial, in which a furious judge rips open the App Store in a way Apple likely never saw coming. The way we pay for apps is about to change, and fast. After …

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Take Back Your Time - Volatility, Pliability, and Agency and Your Obligations.mp3 14:30

12d ago14:30

14:30

This episode provides tactical ways to own your time, reduce meeting load and obligations, and regain agency, especially when feeling burnt out. You'll learn how to use a simple two-part model focusing on Pliability and Volatility to evaluate your tasks and meetings and make intentional choices about how you spend your time. Learn how owning your t…

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The Slate Truck is a whole new kind of car 1:28:17

16d ago1:28:17

1:28:17

Sometimes you want more tech in your life — and sometimes you want a lot less. This episode is all about less. First, Tim Stevens joins the show to talk about his story about the Slate Truck, an ultra-minimal electric vehicle that has almost no features to speak of and yet still promises to reinvent the way we think about cars. After that, Casey Jo…

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DF Direct Weekly #211: Days Gone Remastered Hands-On, Ghost of Yōtei Reaction, Switch 2 Game Keys! 1:53:36

20d ago1:53:36

1:53:36

Review code delivered on launch day is never a good look, but this week's Direct kicks off with Rich's positive words for Days Gone Remastered with very, very early impressions of the PS5 Pro version of the game. Meanwhile, the team compares notes on Sucker Punch's latest Ghost of Yōtei trailer, while a returning John makes his feelings abundantly …

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Nintendo Shack 371 - Preorder Madness 2:07:13

20d ago2:07:13

2:07:13

Rebecca, Donnie, and Delvin join forces again for this week’s episode of the Nintendo Shack in which they share their war stories about preordering the Switch 2 console. Then, they discuss other news topics from the week, such as information about the GameCube controllers and Game Key Cards, as well as information about game file sizes. As always, …

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Everybody wants to buy Chrome 1:51:17

18d ago1:51:17

1:51:17

Some weeks, it just feels like everything is up in the air all at the same time. Nilay and David are joined by The Verge’s Jake Kastrenakes to talk about all the unrest, starting with the ever-changing tariff rules that are making gadgets hard to price, hard to find, and hard to bet on going forward. (Maybe that’s why it seems everyone on Earth tri…

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Iteration or Target State Planning 15:29

19d ago15:29

15:29

This episode explores the dichotomy between iterative planning and target state planning in software development, discussing the benefits and drawbacks of each approach and providing decision factors to help you choose the most appropriate method for your situation. Understand the core difference between iterative planning, which emphasises agility…

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How to keep your data safe when you travel 1:10:43

21d ago1:10:43

1:10:43

If you’re heading on vacation this summer, you’re going to want to listen to this. The Verge’s Gaby del Valle joins the show to explain how worried you need to be about your digital data when you cross borders, and what you can do to protect yourself. Even if you don’t think you have anything to hide, a little precaution goes a long way. After that…

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DF Direct Special: Hands On With Switch 2 - The Hardware, The Games & The Experience 1:25:36

27d ago1:25:36

1:25:36

Fresh from visiting the Nintendo Switch 2 showcase event in London on April 11th, Tom and Rich sat down with Oliver to discuss their hands-on experience with the hardware, sharing details on the ergonomics, the screen, the controllers and much more - and then it's on to the games, including the big Nintendo heavy hitters, Street Fighter 6, Hogwarts…

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Nintendo Shack 370 - Mario Kart World Direct 1:46:19

28d ago1:46:19

1:46:19

This week on the Nintendo Shack Podcast, Delvin is out sick so Rebecca and Donnie discuss the Mario Kart World Direct details as well as NS2 preorder updates. The duo covers everything you need to know about preordering the console this week and what their own plans are. They talk quotes from Yoshida and Spencer about Nintendo Switch’s identity goi…

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DF Direct Weekly #210: Next-Gen Sony Handheld , Cyberpunk DLSS on Switch 2, Docked VRR In Question 1:40:38

28d ago1:40:38

1:40:38

Join Rich, Oliver and Alex for discussion on the latest leaks surrounding the all-but-confirmed PlayStation handheld and the mystery of docked VRR support suddenly going missing from Switch 2 PR. There's exciting news from CD Projekt RED, confirming DLSS support for Cyberpunk 2077 on the new Nintendo hybrid, while Alex shares his thoughts on some o…

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Big Tech is back on trial 1:55:52

25d ago1:55:52

1:55:52

We promise, this episode is only a little bit about header bidding. Nilay and David are joined by The Verge’s Alex Heath to talk about some big news in tech regulation: Google lost its ad-tech monopoly trial, which could reshape both Google and the internet altogether. And that’s not the only monopoly news! Meta’s trial also started this week, and …

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Three Principles of Preparedness - Mitigate Risks and Capitalize On Opportunities 15:02

1M ago15:02

15:02

This episode delves into practical principles for navigating the unexpected in your life and career. Rather than attempting to predict specific events, the focus is on cultivating resilience and optionality by identifying vulnerabilities in your systems and adopting a proactive mindset to transform potential challenges into strategic advantages. • …

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The 2025 Vergecast Streaming Draft 1:27:12

29d ago1:27:12

1:27:12

It's time, once again, to see what's what in the streaming wars. For the third year in a row, our hosts — this time Nilay, David, and The Verge's Jake Kastrenakes — have to build a roster of streaming options that will win awards, show 4K content, satisfy their live TV needs, and much more. First, the hosts decide who won last year's competition, a…

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DF Direct Weekly #209: Cyberpunk 2077 Switch 2 Hands-On, Quake 2 AI, RTX 5060 Ti Price Leak! 1:57:58

1M ago1:57:58

1:57:58

Rich returns from the Nintendo Switch 2 live event in London with hands-on impressions - and footage - of Cyberpunk 2077, while Alex shares his impressions of the Metal Eden demo on PC. Oliver weighs in with his thoughts on the Asus teaser for its upcoming Xbox handheld collaboration, while there's general bemusement at Microsoft's AI 'version' of …

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Nintendo Shack 369 - DROP THE PREORDERS 2:29:27

1M ago2:29:27

2:29:27

On this week’s episode, Delvin, Donnie, and Rebecca dive into the Nintendo Switch 2 pre-order delays, including all of the misinformation and speculation surrounding the price and possible outcomes. They discuss in-depth quotes from NoA president Doug Bowser, Bill Trinen, and Nate Bihldorff regarding some specific details on the console. They also …

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How the tech world is responding to tariff chaos 1:34:42

1M ago1:34:42

1:34:42

Welcome to tech in 2025, where everything's made up and the numbers don't matter. Nilay, David, and The Verge's Jake Kastrenakes start the show by running down the latest tariff news, the uncertain future facing tech companies of all sizes, and what we're learning so far about how they're responding. After that, the hosts talk about a big week in A…

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Did I Get That Right? - A High Leverage Habit that Requires Virtually Zero Skill 13:28

1M ago13:28

13:28

This episode introduces a simple yet highly effective communication habit that can be adopted by anyone to significantly reduce the risk of misunderstandings and enhance connection. It explores how this practice, which requires thoughtful communication but no special skills, can benefit individuals at all career levels. Discover why misunderstandin…

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Switch 2: the good news and bad news 1:20:00

1M ago1:20:00

1:20:00

Last week, The Verge's Ash Parrish got to play with the new Nintendo Switch 2. We got over our outrageous jealousy long enough to ask her all about it: what it's like to hold, how the screen looks, whether the mouse-control is any good, and much more. Ash gives us the good news, and the bad news, on everything we now know about the Switch 2. (We do…

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DF Direct Weekly #208: Switch 2 Specs Breakdown, DLSS Info, Switch 2 vs Steam Deck + More! 1:49:53

1M ago1:49:53

1:49:53

Following on from our DF Direct Special on Switch 2, it's Rich, Oliver and Alex at the mics this week for the latest Direct, talking more about the new Nintendo hybrid, breaking down specs, how much more capable the new machine is vs Switch 1 and Steam Deck, and lots, lots more on how the games are running based on the available media. Learn more a…

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Nintendo Shack 368 - Switch 2 Fiasco 2:19:47

1M ago2:19:47

2:19:47

This week on the Nintendo Shack Podcast, Delvin returns to talk with Donnie and Rebecca about his thoughts on the Nintendo Switch 2 and everything else that has happened in the past week. The crew talks extensively about the community discussions on the prices, preorder delay, and Treehouse happenings. They go over some various headlines of news th…

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Shack Direct - Switch 2 Preorders Delayed! 2:18:24

1M ago2:18:24

2:18:24

Nintendo has announced a delay for Switch 2 preorders in the face of the Trumps Tariffs. Since the Direct 2 days ago, feels like everything has changed for Nintendo and knowbody knows what is coming next. So pull up a chair with Donnie as he discusses how all this news feels to process and what it could mean for the days ahead.…

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How tariffs will change your gadgets 1:51:50

1M ago1:51:50

1:51:50

It's a Nintendo Switch 2. What could it cost, a thousand dollars? In this episode, Nilay, David, and The Verge's Richard Lawler talk through why we don't really know. But first, we talk about the Switch 2, and some of the reasons we're excited — and maybe just a little concerned — about Nintendo's new console. This is likely to be the most interest…

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