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The Newcomer Podcast

Eric Newcomer | newcomer.co
Openai
AI Companies
Robotics
Databricks
Artificial General Intelligence
Cerebral Valley
Venture Capital
Superintelligence
Artificial Intelligence
Silicon Valley
Hugging Face
Anthropic
AI Regulation
Human Agency
Media Representation Of AI
Donotpay
Character AI
AI21 Labs
Tesla
Dystopian Futures

Join Eric Newcomer, Tom Dotan, and Madeline Renbarger to get the inside story on the biggest news in Tech, Silicon Valley, and Venture Capital.

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The bidding war for Warner Bros. Discovery is over…for now. Netflix shocked Hollywood by announcing a deal to acquire the storied studio and its crown jewel, HBO Max, beating out a massive $108 billion hostile bid from Paramount.

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In this episode, we break down the revelations around David Sacks, the venture capitalist now serving as the Trump administration’s de-facto AI czar, while simultaneously holding deep financial ties across the AI industry he’s helping shape.Following... more

Investigative journalist Ellen Huet joins the show to discuss her stunning new book on OneTaste, the wellness startup that rose to Silicon Valley fame before spiraling into allegations of manipulation, coercion, and cult-like control. We unpack how a... more

Reid Hoffman Breaks Silence on Epstein Emails & AI PowerToday on the Newcomer Podcast, Reid Hoffman joins me for a wide-ranging conversation on AI power, regulation, politics, and the future of the tech economy. We get into everything — AGI timelines... more

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Recent Guests

Ellen Huet
Reporter at Bloomberg and author of "Empire of Orgasm"
Bloomberg
Episode: Inside the Sex Cult That Fooled Silicon Valley
Reid Hoffman
Entrepreneur, investor, best-selling author, and co-founder of LinkedIn
Episode: Reid Hoffman on Epstein, Elon Musk, and why AI is NOT a Bubble
Jimmy Ba
Co-founder of XAI
XAI
Episode: Which $Billion AI Startup Would You Short?
Mike Krieger
Chief Product Officer at Anthropic, former co-founder of Instagram
Anthropic
Episode: Inside Anthropic’s Plan to Fix AI’s BIGGEST Problem
Alex Heath
Founder of the Sources sub stack and co-host of the Access Podcast
Episode: The Coming AI Crash No One Wants to Admit | Alex Heath x Newcomer Podcast
Nayeema Raza
Independent journalist, co-host of Smart Girl Dumb Questions
Smart Girl Dumb Questions
Episode: The Stakes at Deus Ex Medicina
Will Hurd
Former CIA officer, three-term US Congressman from Texas, author of American Reboot, and current CSO at CHAOS Industries
CHAOS Industries
Episode: Will Hurd on Silicon Valley's Defense-Tech Gold Rush
Ed Zitron
Public Relations expert and commentator, host of the Better Offline Podcast
Better Offline Podcast
Episode: Ed Zitron Hater’s Guide to Generative AI
Danny Rimer
Partner at Index Ventures
Index Ventures
Episode: Index Ventures' Danny Rimer Talks Figma's IPO and VC Bets

Hosts

Eric Newcomer
Co-host and expert in technology and innovation discussions, Eric Newcomer engages the audience with insightful commentary on current tech trends and industry dynamics.
Tom Dotan
Co-host with a background in journalism and technology analysis, Tom Dotan brings dynamic perspectives to discussions surrounding Silicon Valley and tech industry developments.
Madeline Renbarger
Co-host and contributor, Madeline Renbarger provides a unique take on tech and media discussions, drawing from her expertise in journalism and storytelling.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 62 ratings
  • Engaging & Insightful

    Eric Newcomer’s podcast is a refreshing blend of thought-provoking discussions and engaging storytelling. Each episode offers a unique perspective on the world, combining current events with in-depth analysis. Eric's skillful interviewing and genuine curiosity shine through, making it a must-listen for anyone interested in exploring new ideas and trends. Highly recommend giving it a listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Samj246
    United States10 months ago
  • Fun and entertaining discussion

    Enjoying the new Cerebral Valley miniseries on artificial intelligence and Silicon Valley! Great work to Eric and the Volley team.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jimmy
    United States2 years ago
  • Cerebral Valley edition is better than ever

    I love this podcast more than Sam Altman loves GPUs

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    The holder
    United States2 years ago
  • Cerebral Valley

    This AI series is exactly what I was looking for right now. Thank you for helping me understand what’s going on!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lmonocle
    United States2 years ago
  • Good guests

    Always legit people on here

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Johnny-apppooo
    United States2 years ago

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Critiques mention occasional inconsistencies with guest selections, yet overwhelmingly, the constructive criticism is directed towards enhancing content diversity.

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#210
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#182
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#190
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#229
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#50
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From Deus Ex Medicina: Vinod Khosla, Bob Kocher & Annie Lamont
Q: How are the GLP-1s changing your philosophy on investing?
GLP-1s are effective for long-term weight management and show promising potential in healthcare.
From Deus Ex Medicina: Vinod Khosla, Bob Kocher & Annie Lamont
Q: What are areas right now you're excited about business models types in startups?
The best business model out there is SaaS software, with high margins.
VC Haves and Have Nots (with Kate Clark)
Q: What's your outlook on the future of venture capital funding and the startups ecosystem?
The future heavily depends on the ability to achieve exits, especially through IPOs, to maintain the operational health of both emerging and established funds.
VC Haves and Have Nots (with Kate Clark)
Q: Was there a certain type of unlikely investor or LP that was starting to back these funds, then as things started to turn, just completely disappeared?
High net worth individuals are usually the first to step back when the market begins to decline, given their exposure to public markets.
VC Haves and Have Nots (with Kate Clark)
Q: Why do you think emerging managers are struggling?
Emerging managers face a flight to quality as investors prefer established firms with a track record during volatile times.

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