About this podcast

Dive into the latest episode of The Vergecast, where hosts Nilay Patel and David Pierce unravel the chaotic world of Elon Musk. This episode kicks off with a deep dive into Musk's unexpected bid to acquire the nonprofit arm of OpenAI, exploring the implications for the AI giant's future models and rules. Later, The Verge's Lauren Feiner joins to demystify the recent happenings with Dogecoin, examining how Musk and his team transform mundane government information into captivating yet perplexing narratives. The podcast also touches upon the unique experience of working for the government in today's landscape. The lightning round zips through exciting rumors of new Apple products like the Studio Display and iPhone SE, updates on Powerbeats 2 Pro, and surprising streaming strategies from Apple and YouTube. Tune in for a lively discussion on all things tech, AI, and the ever-present influence of Elon Musk.