Best Wearable Tech Insider Podcasts (2025)

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Inside the Science of Wearable Tech with Dr. Peter Tierney (Hardware, Metrics, & More) 1:12:54

2d ago1:12:54

1:12:54

When you get a new smart watch, heart rate monitor, or other type of wearable, do you know how it will help your running, specifically? Dr. Peter Tierney is a health and performance researcher, consultant, and coach who’s worked with many professional sports organizations across Europe. He joins us today to discuss the science behind wearable tech.…

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Inside The Rise Of Wearable Tech: How WHOOP Can Improve Your Health with Dr. Greg Grosicki 39:38

24d ago39:38

39:38

What happens to your body—and your behavior—when you start wearing WHOOP every day? In this episode, WHOOP Global Head of Human Performance, Principal Scientist, Dr. Kristen Holmes is joined by WHOOP Senior Research Scientist, Dr. Greg Grosicki to break down the results of a groundbreaking new study conducted by WHOOP, analyzing the data from 12,00…

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Talk Nerdy to Me: The £50 Gadget That Knows You Better Than Your Mum 5:17

18h ago5:17

5:17

🎙️ Episode Summary: Terrance is back with a proper chinwag about the latest AI-powered wearable buzzing into the scene—the Bee Wearable (as in B-E-E 🐝, not buzzing bees... though it does buzz with features). In this episode, our cheeky guide takes a gander at how this fifty-quid device listens to your every word—literally—and turns your daily mutte…

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Space Trucks: One Startup’s Plan to Get the U.S. Back on the Moon 50:17

8h ago50:17

50:17

Longtime space rivals Elon Musk and Jeff Bezos are vying to reach outer space with their giant rockets. Meanwhile, an ecosystem of other space-related startups are racing to be ready to set up shop on the moon and Mars. Lunar Outpost is one of three companies competing to build a space truck for NASA's Artemis missions. Founder and CEO Justin Cyrus…

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GPT-5's big new feature: less lying? 1:20:02

9h ago1:20:02

1:20:02

It’s a huge week in AI, with OpenAI releasing GPT-OSS and GPT-5, Grok getting deeply problematic again with its “spicy” video generator, and Tim Cook admitting that Apple may need to cut some deals. Then we talk the age gating of the internet and how you might soon need an ID card to get just about anywhere online. Finally, the Lightning Round gets…

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507: Turn Our Data Into Predators 1:14:05

1d ago1:14:05

1:14:05

Chris and Elecia chat about books, courses, alternate podcasts, electronics, statistics, kidnapping Roo, and journaling failures. The Embedded Patreon book club is reading Data-Driven Science and Engineering: Machine Learning, Dynamical Systems, and Control by Steven L. Brunton, J. Nathan Kutz. PDF book and links to lectures are at databookuw.com. …

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From Silicon Valley Darling to Digital Disaster: The Sonos Story 11:21

1d ago11:21

11:21

We dive into Sonos' dramatic journey from Silicon Valley darling to a company in crisis after their disastrous May 2024 app update. This tech collapse story reveals how quickly consumer trust can evaporate and the steep challenges of rebuilding a damaged brand. • Sonos revolutionized home audio in 2005 with wireless speakers that synced music throu…

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Apple's $94 Billion Quarter: Growth, Challenges, and the 3 Billion iPhone Milestone 13:44

2d ago13:44

13:44

Apple posts record $94.04 billion in Q3 2025 revenue with 10% year-over-year growth, showcasing strong performance in iPhone, Mac, and services while navigating supply chain challenges and tariff impacts. • iPhone sales surge to $44.6 billion, up 13.5% year-over-year, with Apple crossing 3 billion iPhones sold since 2007 • Double-digit growth in se…

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150 - AI Thats Quietly Taking Over Your Doctors Office (It’s Not What You Think) w/ Dr. Eric Stecker 32:52

3d ago32:52

32:52

Vic and Marcus are joined by Dr. Eric Stecker, cardiologist, professor of medicine at Oregon Health and Science University, and co-founder and Chief Medical Officer of Insight Health. They explore the origin story of Insight Health, how generative AI inspired its creation, and what sets their AI apart from typical ambient note-taking tools. The epi…

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Inside HYROX: Training, Fueling, and Recovery with Jake Dearden 46:49

3d ago46:49

46:49

On this episode of the WHOOP Podcast, WHOOP Director of Sports Marketing, Jeremy Powers, sits down with Jake Dearden, Hybrid Athlete and Social Media Personality, to explore the world of HYROX. Jake shares his journey from civil engineering to elite fitness, opening up about his bouts with injury, journey toward mental toughness, and growing in end…

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Online shopping is full of copycats 1:04:00

4d ago1:04:00

1:04:00

This week on The Vergecast, guest host Mia Sato talks to YouTube fitness pioneer Cassey Ho (better known as Blogilates) about the well-oiled machine that is the dupe economy. Ho shares her experience creating her own line of athletic wear that sooner or later gets ripped off by countless copycats — and how she tries to fight back. Then, Mia brings …

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149 - The Trump Health Tech Takeover: AI Scribes, Patient Data, and the Future of Hospitals 1:36:45

7d ago1:36:45

1:36:45

In this episode, Vic and Marcus unpack a week of major policy and economic shifts, focusing on Trump’s healthcare tech and crypto rollouts. They discuss his revamped cabinet strategy, GDP swings, tariff deals with the EU and Japan, and dissent at the Fed over rate cuts. Topics include nearly $1B in AI scribe funding, a new federal health tech initi…

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Channel Wars: The Algorithm Strikes Back 6:35

8d ago6:35

6:35

🎙️ Episode Summary: In today’s episode, Terrence takes you on a delightful jaunt through the wild world of YouTube growth—with a proper cup of realism. From dodgy Fiverr view hacks to overly peppy gurus selling “secrets” for top dollar, we explore why most advice falls flat and what actually moved the needle for The Hi-Tech Nomad. You’ll hear the r…

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How Tubi Is Coming for Netflix and YouTube in the New Streaming Wars 47:14

8d ago47:14

47:14

Tubi is a free ad-supported streaming service that's gaining ground on big players like Netflix and Amazon. It has the largest content library of any streaming platform, full of obscure gems and films by up and comers, including one starring TikTok influencer Noah Beck. Tubi CEO Anjali Sud says that by putting viewers first, the streamer is "expand…

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Bundles Are Back: Cable TV's Revenge Tour 10:33

8d ago10:33

10:33

The streaming landscape has evolved from a promised utopia of choice into a chaotic fragmentation of over 200 platforms, causing subscription fatigue and serial churning among viewers. AI is now the kingmaker in entertainment, with recommendation algorithms determining 80% of what we watch while transforming everything from content discovery to pro…

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Heat Training Q&A: How to Structure & Benefit from Heat Training 27:19

9d ago27:19

27:19

Runners are heat training more often with saunas, hot tubs, and hot weather runs. How much do we need to realize the full benefits of heat training? What are the best options and how do we structure it into our training? In this episode, coach Jason Fitzgerald shares how to think about heat training from duration to frequency to type of heat traini…

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Trust, Tariffs, and Tech: Apple's AI Crisis Explained 11:36

9d ago11:36

11:36

Microsoft recently exposed "Sploitlight," a significant security flaw in Apple's Intelligence AI that could have allowed hackers to access private user data. This revelation adds to Apple's mounting AI troubles including a shareholder lawsuit over unfulfilled Siri improvements, global competition from faster-moving rivals, and supply chain challeng…

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Glyph Gamble: Nothing Phone 3's Risky Redesign 9:49

9d ago9:49

9:49

We dive deep into the Nothing Phone 3 launch, exploring its $799 price tag and controversial redesign that replaces iconic glyph lights with a new dot matrix display. This bold move places Nothing in direct competition with industry giants while potentially alienating their core fan base. • Nothing Phone 3 specs include Snapdragon 8S Gen 4, 6.67-in…

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Inside Superman: How do you make another superhero movie stand out? 55:04

10d ago55:04

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There have been 11 Superman films released in the past 50 years. How do you make a new one that stands out? On this episode of By Design, hosts Liz Stinson and Mark Wilson interview the production designer for the latest Superman film, Beth Mickle. They discuss her collaborations with director James Gunn and share how she developed the latest Super…

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Elite Recovery & Resilience: Lucy Davis on Training, HRV, and Mental Strength 46:17

10d ago46:17

46:17

On this week’s episode of the WHOOP Podcast, WHOOP Global Head of Human Performance, Principal Scientist Dr. Kristen Holmes sits down with Lucy Davis, HYROX athlete, ultra-marathon runner, and content creator. Lucy shares the fitness, wellness, and recovery strategies that power her elite performance, including how she maintains a high HRV, rebound…

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148 - How Trump's Healthcare Agenda and AI Will Reshape Primary Care Forever 1:30:00

14d ago1:30:00

1:30:00

Vic and Marcus open with updates on their personal healthcare experiences and transition into breaking news on Trump’s 15% tariff deals with Japan and likely Europe. They analyze economic indicators suggesting a possible recession and unpack the national security fallout from a zero-day SharePoint cyberattack linked to Chinese actors. The hosts cov…

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Inbox, I Am Your Father: Taming Email Chaos with a Bit o’ Sane Magic 5:04

15d ago5:04

5:04

🎙️ Episode Summary: Feeling overwhelmed by an avalanche of emails every time you open your inbox? You’re not alone, mate. In this episode, Terrence dives into the magic of SaneBox—a powerful inbox management tool that filters out the fluff and brings the gems front and center, just like a top-tier valet for your virtual postbox. We explore how it u…

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Are AI Agents the Future of Business? Salesforce Is Betting $8 Billion on It 40:50

14d ago40:50

40:50

Informatica isn’t a household name, but it plays a crucial role in helping companies like Toyota and Unilever manage and organize vast amounts of data. As artificial intelligence becomes more powerful, that data is like a gold mine. Customer relationship software company Salesforce recently struck a multibillion-dollar deal to acquire Informatica. …

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Diving into Apple’s Liquid Glass 1:41:21

15d ago1:41:21

1:41:21

It’s time. The public betas for iOS 26, iPadOS 26, macOS 26, and more are finally out for everyone to try. Jake Kastrenakes, Vee Song, and Antonio G. Di Benedetto give their takes on Apple’s Liquid Glass design language after two months of living with it. Antonio shares his experiences with macOS and the upgraded Spotlight, and Vee dives into the u…

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506: How Do I Fit a Whale Into an Apartment Building? 1:02:04

15d ago1:02:04

1:02:04

Dmitry Grinberg joined us to talk about running Linux on small microprocessors (physically small and/or 4-bit). Dmitry does this by emulating a MIPS processor. Boot times vary between minutes and days, depending on the processor. Dmitry’s projects are on his website (dmitry.gr) including: 8-pin Linux (Cortex-M0+!) Linux on an 8-bit micro? Linux/400…

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When Tech Secrets Escape: Inside Apple's Legal Battle Against YouTuber Leakers 10:12

15d ago10:12

10:12

We dive into Apple's lawsuit against YouTuber Jon Prosser and Michael Ramacciati over leaked iOS 26 secrets, exploring the complex interplay of trade secrets, legal implications, and ethical considerations in tech media. • Apple filed suit claiming Ramacciati accessed an employee's phone to steal iOS 26 info, then passed it to Prosser • Leaks of un…

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Dr. Phil Skiba on Breaking2, How to Build Critical Power, and the Secret to a Fast Kick 53:53

16d ago53:53

53:53

Dr. Philip Skiba is a physician, performance consultant for the Breaking 2 project, coach to dozens of world class athletes, and author of Scientific Training for Endurance Athletes. Phil is a world-class expert on running physiology and how to race faster. His groundbreaking research into Critical Power, Critical Speed, and the "W Prime" model of …

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Computing in the Cosmos: Sophia Space's Mission to Move Data Centers Into Orbit 22:04

16d ago22:04

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In this episode of Over the Air, Ryan Prosser talks with Sophia Space CEO Rob DeMillo about moving computing infrastructure beyond Earth's atmosphere, the unique challenges of orbital data centers, and why the next frontier of space exploration might be driven more by commerce than curiosity. Editor’s Note: Rob meant to say 4 Kelvin, not “4 km,” wh…

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Who's Responsible When AI Gets It Wrong? 11:03

16d ago11:03

11:03

We explore the evolving ethical landscape of AI in software development, examining how the focus has shifted from simply making technology work to ensuring it operates fairly and responsibly. The growing public demand for trustworthy AI systems has transformed developer responsibilities, requiring both technical expertise and moral judgment. • Core…

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The Relationship Between Exercise, Sleep, & Recovery with Josh Leota 47:00

17d ago47:00

47:00

We know sleep and physical activity are crucial for overall health, but how do they affect one another? On today’s episode of the WHOOP Podcast, WHOOP SVP of Research Algorithms and Data, Emily Capodilupo sits down with Sleep and Circadian Scientist Josh Leota to break down the latest WHOOP study on how intense exercise and timing affect sleep—and …

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Wearable Tech Revolution: From Fitness Trackers to Medical Diagnosticians 8:10

17d ago8:10

8:10

Wearable technology has evolved far beyond basic fitness tracking to sophisticated health monitoring with AI integration and medical applications. The technology now functions like having a mini-diagnostician on your wrist, tracking everything from heart rate and blood oxygen to stress levels and potential medical conditions. • Advanced sensors and…

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A-lister antics and Schedule A shenanigans 1:22:07

18d ago1:22:07

1:22:07

Summer blockbusters like the new Superman and Jurassic World movies may be doing great at the box office, but promoting them is more complicated than ever. The old celebrity playbook of magazine profiles, TV chat shows and press junkets isn’t enough in an era of audience fragmentation. Publicists now have to strategize which podcasts to make time f…

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147 - Is This the End of Hospitals As We Know Them? The Shocking CMS Move No One Saw Coming 1:17:25

21d ago1:17:25

1:17:25

In this episode, Vic and Marcus cover a wide range of developments shaping the healthcare, economic, and tech landscapes. They begin with inflation concerns, interest rate policies, and Powell’s positioning, then dive into Starbucks' return-to-office mandate as a signal for white-collar layoffs and broader workforce trends. The conversation shifts …

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Attack of the Clone Content: Rise of the AI Slopocalypse 5:37

22d ago5:37

5:37

🎙️ Episode Summary: In this delightfully cheeky episode, Terrance takes us on a whistle-stop tour through the muck and mire of “AI slop”—that avalanche of digital content created by machines faster than you can say "upload complete." From auto-authored books to faceless YouTube channels and AI-crafted video clips, we explore how automation is upend…

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Encore: Could Amazon’s Zoox Beat Tesla and Waymo in the Robotaxi Race? 40:40

22d ago40:40

40:40

With Elon Musk’s Tesla piloting its robotaxi service in Austin, Texas and Waymo expanding, it’s the perfect time to revisit our interview with Zoox CEO Aicha Evans. She went deep with WSJ’s Tim Higgins and Christopher Mims on her decisions to sell the company to Amazon for over $1.2 billion and to keep Zoox’s radical design for a driverless car tha…

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The creepy AI era is here 1:46:29

22d ago1:46:29

1:46:29

Would you like Siri more if it had a face? This week on The Vergecast, we’re talking about AI assistants getting smarter… and uncomfortably personal. The Verge’s Jennifer Pattison Tuohy joins the show to talk about her early tests of Alexa Plus, which is finally AI-powered and a lot more capable. Jake shares his uncomfortable first interaction with…

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American Record Holder Keira D’Amato on Setbacks, Being a “Bulldozer,” & Fun Running 58:42

23d ago58:42

58:42

Keira D'Amato holds the American record in the 10-mile and is the former half-marathon and marathon American record holder. Her new book, Don't Call it a Comeback, is now available for preorder. She was a 4x All-American at American University in both Cross Country and Track but took about a decade off from running seriously in her 20's and 30's. K…

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How the low-vision community embraced AI smart glasses 1:12:50

25d ago1:12:50

1:12:50

On this episode of The Vergecast, we’re going to dive deep into why accessible design is universal design. First, guest host Victoria Song will chat with Jason Valley, a visually impaired Verge reader. Jason initially reached out to Victoria after her Live AI hands-on, challenging the notion that the feature was a “solution looking for a problem to…

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146 - Inside the Devastating Medicaid Cuts Hidden in the New Law 1:29:28

28d ago1:29:28

1:29:28

Vic and Marcus return to break down the implications of the massive bill just passed by the Trump administration. They examine its sweeping impact on Medicaid, hospitals, and insurers, discuss how the new QSBS 2.0 changes benefit VCs, and question the future of nonprofit healthcare. The episode also covers market trends including meme stock specula…

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