About this podcast

Join Alex Cranz, The Verge's managing editor and host of The Vergecast, for a comprehensive episode covering media, history, and current technology. First, Alex chats with film & TV reporter Charles Pulliam-Moore about the groundbreaking HBO adaptation of 'The Last of Us,' discussing its success, challenges, and its place among video game adaptations. Following this, renowned historian and author Margaret O'Mara, known for her book 'The Code: Silicon Valley and the Remaking of America,' offers a captivating look into how the absence of non-compete clauses significantly shaped the innovative landscape of Silicon Valley. Finally, the team answers listener questions submitted to the Vergecast Hotline, tackling diverse tech subjects from Thunderbolt docks and end-to-end encryption to the latest smart assistants.