Technology

When Elon Musk posted a video of himself arriving at Twitter HQ carrying a white sink along with the message “let that sink in!” it marked the end of a dramatic takeover. Musk had gone from Twitter critic to “Chief Twit” in the space of just a few months but his arrival didn’t put an end to questions about his motives. Musk had earned a reputation as a business maverick. From PayPal to Tesla to SpaceX, his name was synonymous with big, earth-shattering ideas. So, what did he want with a social media platform? And was this all really in the name of free speech...or was this all in the name of Elon Musk? From Wondery, the makers of WeCrashed and In God We Lust, comes the wild story of how the richest man alive took charge of the world’s “digital public square.”

Can chronic pain be managed using virtual reality?  Does your DNA dictate if a medication will work for you?  We explore questions like these in Beyond the Medicine Cabinet, the podcast that showcases innovation in medical technology, brought to you by Kooyong Group, and hosted by Zoë Callister-Hakewill .  Not only will you hear stories of game changing technological breakthroughs in health and medicine, but you will also hear from the people who have been helped by these innovations.

A tech podcast for the gadget lovers and tech heads among us from the mind of Marques Brownlee, better known as MKBHD. MKBHD has made a name for himself on YouTube reviewing everything from the newest smartphones to cameras to electric cars. Pulling from over 10 years of experience covering the tech industry, MKBHD and co-hosts Andrew Manganelli and David Imel will keep you informed and entertained as they take a deep dive into the latest and greatest in tech and what deserves your hard earned cash. New episodes every week.

What do I look for when buying a new car?  Should I be getting an electric vehicle?  Are there any red flags when choosing insurance? Join host Erin Molan as she finds answers to questions like these and more in this short podcast series, Everything You Auto Know.   Thanks to carsales, it’s everything you ought to know about cars.  None of the jargon, just to the point information to help you get to know your four wheeled friend a little better.

The Vergecast is the flagship podcast from The Verge about small gadgets, Big Tech, and everything in between. Every Friday, hosts Nilay Patel, David Pierce, and Alex Cranz hang out and make sense of the week’s most important technology news. And every Tuesday, David leads a selection of The Verge’s expert staffers in an exploration of how gadgets and software affect our lives – and which ones you should bring into yours.

Each week Jules and Stocks talk to the people behind your favourite podcasts, and run through the latest news in podcasting.  Behind The Podcast, is the official podcast of the Australian Podcast Awards and is DM Podcasts production.

Power User explores how technology and the internet are upending our lives and the world around us. Each week, tech journalist Taylor Lorenz explores everything from online fame to emerging platforms, viral phenomena to the creator economy, and much more. Tune in on Thursdays for the most influential stories that Silicon Valley often ignores. From the Vox Media Podcast Network.

Join ‘Mr. Motorsport’ Rusty and carsales’ Nadine Armstrong as they keep you up to date with the latest developments in the world of electric vehicles.  Stay in the know about the hottest releases, put your mind at ease as they bust common EV myths, and hear from the people who have swapped the bowser for the battery. Expert guests, those doing the impossible with EVs, and a no nonsense look at Watts Under the Bonnet.

Big tech is transforming every aspect of our world. But how? And at what cost? This season of Land of the Giants – The Twitter Fantasy – will tell the story of Twitter (X) at a crucial moment for the platform, exactly one year after Elon Musk took over. Hosted by Vox senior correspondent Peter Kafka, the four-episode season will survey the company's outsize influence on politics and culture. How did Twitter become the Internet’s town square, for better and for worse? And where is it heading, now that Elon’s in charge? From Vox and the Vox Media Podcast Network. New episodes drop every Wednesday.

Disclosed: The Children in the Pictures is an 8 part series that powerfully examines how child abuse has become endemic online, and what we can all do to fight it. Binge the whole series for free by searching 'Disclosed' wherever you get your podcasts and click on Season 1.

The number one podcast about tech business and culture, from James "JR" Hennessy and Raph Dixon.

Get your fix of the latest car news and hear the hottest takes on what’s going on in the car world with ‘Mr. Motorsport’ Rusty and the experts from carsales. Get the exclusive from the major car launches of the month, hear expert guest’s breakdown latest developments, and join in on the controversial conversations. Deep-dive into the one-of-a-kind classifieds and hear about the best cars of the month in this razor sharp, robustly relevant, and engine-revving podcast brought to you in partnership with carsales.

Reformed Hacker Bastien Treptel and the Team at CTRL Group take us through managing our cyber risks and security in an age where cyber-attacks can be carried out with ease. Detailing risks in the Start-Up, SME industries and cloud services as well as giving us an insight into how secure we are in our very own homes. For more episodes download the free LiSTNR app.

Exploring the biggest questions of our time with the help of the world's greatest thinkers. Host Manoush Zomorodi inspires us to learn more about the world, our communities, and most importantly, ourselves.

Enjoy the archives of this retired series featuring legendary technology columnist Walt Mossberg and The Verge’s editor-in-chief Nilay Patel. The series finale aired on June 13, 2017, shortly before Walt’s well-deserved retirement. For more on what’s happening now (and next) in technology and gadgets, listen and subscribe to The Vergecast.