Sony
Mentioned in 132 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
A major multinational conglomerate with significant operations in consumer electronics, gaming, and entertainment. Known for PlayStation gaming consoles (facing reported delays to 2028-2029 due to memory shortages), mirrorless cameras (A6400, A6500, A7IV), televisions (including discontinued 8K models and smart TVs facing surveillance litigation), and legacy products like the Walkman and Handycam. Frequently discussed in tech podcasts regarding hardware innovations, supply chain challenges, product discontinuations, and strategic partnerships like the co-developed Afila vehicle with Honda and TV business joint venture with TCL.
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Episode Mentions
TechLinked · Jul 16, 2026
Steam Machine Red Light Fix, Epic Wins Android App Stores, Meta AI Layoff Lawsuit + more!
“PlayStation Store unavailable in 121 countries; ending disc production in 2028 will leave gamers without official purchase options”
The Vergecast · Jul 15, 2026
Were we too nice to the Steam Machine?
“PlayStation 5 manufacturer; used as performance and longevity benchmark for Steam Machine comparison”
Better Offline · Jul 15, 2026
AI Made Everything Expensive (ft. GamersNexus)
“Delaying next PlayStation launch due to component cost inflation from AI infrastructure demand”
Brad & Will Made a Tech Pod. · Jul 12, 2026
347: Is That The Monster from Godzilla?
“PlayStation 1 and 2 games mentioned as decompilation/recompilation targets (Legend of Dragoon, Jack and Daxter)”
World Business Report · Jul 10, 2026
Still in the game?
“Using developer layoffs as cover for failed live-service game investments and physical media scaling back”
The Vergecast · Jul 10, 2026
Netflix is turning into YouTube
“Referenced as successful example of media company owning gaming/entertainment ecosystem; PlayStation mentioned”
Version History · Jun 14, 2026
Harmony remote: Control freak
“TV manufacturer mentioned for Android TV integration and VCR lawsuit that expanded home entertainment”
The Matt Walsh Show · May 20, 2026
Ep. 1783 - I Found The Exact Moment In Time When The Monoculture Broke
“One of six major media conglomerates that programmed culture pre-2009; example of old gatekeeping model”
Juicy Scoop with Heather McDonald · May 19, 2026
Kardashian Double Dates, Pete’s Baby Drama & The Valley’s Men Problem
“Recently acquired Alex Baskin's production company 32 Flavors, which produces Real Housewives Beverly Hills, Vanderpump Rules, and The Valley”
Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words · May 18, 2026
Victor Davis Hanson: Trump’s Leverage Over Xi Jinping EXPLAINED
“Historical example of Japanese corporate expansion that later declined due to deflation”
Daily Tech News Show · May 13, 2026
Amazon Beefs Up Voice-Assisted Shopping - DTNS 5268
“Launched Xperia 1 Mark 8 flagship phone with 4x larger image sensor; priced at €1,499; shipping June in Europe”
Windows Weekly (Audio) · May 13, 2026
WW 983: Puts the Buh in Benelux - Can Googlebooks Challenge Existing Laptops?
“PlayStation 5 hardware sales declined to 1.5M units in Q1 2026, lowest quarterly sales ever; digital software revenue remains strong”
Get Played · May 11, 2026
The Ayn Thor Gets Played
“PlayStation and PSP emulation discussed; PlayStation Remote Play app mentioned for Ayn Thor”
The WAN Show · May 9, 2026
AMD Proving to be Linux Chads AGAIN - WAN Show May 8, 2026
“Raised PS5 price in unprecedented move; reconsidering PC port strategy for PlayStation exclusives”
TechLinked · May 9, 2026
Nintendo Switch 2 Price Increase, Musk Faces Escalated Criminal Probe, Meta’s AI Bone Structure Analysis + more!
“Previously raised PS5 prices in March 2024, setting precedent for Nintendo's price increase strategy”
Daily Tech News Show · May 8, 2026
Switch 2 Prices Rise, Forecast Drops - DTNS 5265
“PlayStation 5 sales down 46% YoY; delaying PS6 announcement due to volatile memory pricing through 2027”
Tech Brew Ride Home · May 8, 2026
Chickens, Roosting
“PlayStation 5 expected to be primary platform for Grand Theft Auto 6 release, benefiting from Nintendo's Switch 2 challenges”
Daily Tech Headlines · May 8, 2026
Apple Actively Testing AirPods with Cameras - DTH
“Reported 46% drop in PlayStation 5 quarterly sales to 1.5 million units; forecasts 13% revenue growth for fiscal year 2027”
AI For Humans: Making Artificial Intelligence Fun & Practical · May 8, 2026
Elon Musk Just Teamed Up With Anthropic and Claude Dropped A TON Of New Stuff.
“Historical context as maker of AIBO robot dog; compared to new Familiar robot product”
The Big Picture · May 7, 2026
The Physical Media High Council Reconvenes!
“Now handles Disney physical media production after studio eliminated in-house division”
The School of Greatness · May 4, 2026
Why Winning Didn't Fix Me: The Truth About Pain | Kevin Love
“Partner with Kevin Love Fund on animation and creative storytelling for emotional learning curriculum”
The Bonfire with Big Jay Oakerson and Robert Kelly · Apr 30, 2026
We Just Want Dane
“Mentioned as decision-maker regarding casting for Dane Cook project; rejected Bobby Kelly for role”
Daily Tech News Show · Apr 29, 2026
Sony’s 30-Day DRM Clock Reappears - DTNS 5258
“PS4/PS5 games implementing controversial 30-day DRM validation requiring internet connection every 30 days”
The Last Invention is AI · Apr 28, 2026
OpenAI's Internal Tensions Explored
“Sony AI's ACE project published in Nature; first autonomous robot beating elite human table tennis players in real matches”
The Daily AI · Apr 28, 2026
Analyzing the Conflict at OpenAI
“Sony AI project ACE published in Nature; first autonomous robot beating elite professional table tennis players in real matches”
No Priors AI · Apr 28, 2026
Uncovering Conflict: Altman and CFO
“Sony AI's ACE project created first autonomous robot beating elite professional table tennis players”
AI Breakdown · Apr 28, 2026
OpenAI's Leadership Tensions Unpacked
“Sony AI published Nature paper on first autonomous robot beating elite table tennis players in real matches”
Economist Podcasts · Apr 28, 2026
The regal has landed: can Charles boost US bond?
“Japanese tech firm whose software partnership with Honda was terminated in March”
The Vergecast · Apr 28, 2026
Musk and Altman go to court
“PlayStation manufacturer; uses AMD chips; mentioned as validator of AMD's gaming graphics capabilities”
3 Takeaways™ · Apr 28, 2026
Did Apple Accidentally Help Build China’s Manufacturing Empire? (#299)
“Japanese company used as example of how Apple extracts manufacturing IP from co-creation partnerships”
The Dave Gerhardt Show (from Exit Five) · Apr 27, 2026
B2B Social Media Strategy Discussion
“Jeff Meltz mentioned working at Sony as example of large company social media experience”
TechLinked · Apr 25, 2026
China Curbs US Investment, Meta Layoffs and Microsoft Buyouts, Apple Update + more!
“AI division built Ace, a ping pong robot that became first machine to beat professional table tennis player in tournament”
This Week in Startups · Apr 25, 2026
The Defense Tech Startup YC Kicked Out of a Meeting is Now Arming America | E2280
“Audio company competitor in earbud market; mentioned as strong incumbent brand”
Grumpy Old Geeks · Apr 24, 2026
743: Category Five Dystopia
“Implementing age verification for PlayStation UK/Ireland users starting June 2026 for communication and social features”
Planet Money · Apr 24, 2026
Battlefield rare earths: How the U.S. lost to China
“Japanese electronics manufacturer affected by China's 2010 rare earth export restrictions”
Daily Tech News Show · Apr 24, 2026
We Are Xbox and We Have a New Logo Too - DTNS 5255
“PlayStation mentioned as competing console platform with continued exclusive title strategy”
Waveform: The MKBHD Podcast · Apr 24, 2026
Tim Cooked and Now it's John's Ternus!
“Supplies camera sensors to Apple; potential for deeper integration discussed”
Armstrong & Getty On Demand · Apr 23, 2026
We Can All Be A Tool From Time To Time
“Built Ace, an AI-powered ping pong playing robotic arm that demonstrates advances in robotic dexterity for warehouse and manual labor applications”
The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett · Apr 23, 2026
Stanford Neuroscientist: Can’t Remember Your Dreams? Your Brain May Be Warning You!
“Music industry example of formula-based songwriting and hit creation with Ed Sheeran”
Windows Weekly (Audio) · Apr 22, 2026
WW 980: Running Outta Tolkiens - Hands-On With 2 Snapdragon X2 Laptops!
“Temporarily reduced PlayStation 5 Digital Edition price by $200 to $399”
All TWiT.tv Shows (Audio) · Apr 22, 2026
Windows Weekly 980: Running Outta Tolkiens
“PlayStation 5 Digital Edition price reduction to $399 announced, competing with Xbox Game Pass strategy”
Channels with Peter Kafka · Apr 22, 2026
Jason Blum Built a Hit-Making Movie Machine. Does It Still Work?
“Studio partner mentioned as part of Blumhouse's original multi-studio distribution strategy”
Candace · Apr 21, 2026
Lori Frantzve’s Gun Deal? Terryl’s Footage Faux Pas. | Candace Ep 328
“Camera manufacturer; evidence suggests Sony camera used for security footage at event where Kirk died”
Waveform: The MKBHD Podcast · Apr 17, 2026
Gadget Prices Are Getting Ridiculous
“Manufactures sensors for multiple phone brands but still uses Zeiss branding on own phones for marketing”
Castle Super Beast · Apr 15, 2026
CSB368: Your Child Is Updating With New Content As We Speak
“Producing Bloodborne animated movie; discussed regarding internal leak management and PlayStation hardware”
Post Games · Apr 13, 2026
Where Do Video Games Go from Here?
“Major console manufacturer noted as lacking recent accessibility controller innovations compared to Xbox”
Version History · Apr 12, 2026
Western Electric 500: Monopoly phone
“Electronics manufacturer that competed in phone market after phone jack standardization enabled third-party devices”
And The Writer Is...with Ross Golan · Apr 10, 2026
And The Update Is… Rap Lyrics Banned in Court, AI Deals Stalling, and a $64B UMG Bombshell
“Major label with stalled AI licensing negotiations alongside Universal, leaving royalty systems unresolved”
IndieWire: Screen Talk · Apr 10, 2026
Judging the Cannes Lineup, Plus Special Guest Christopher Abbott
“Studio behind Kraven the Hunter superhero film featuring Abbott”
PATABAJO El Podcast · Apr 8, 2026
Sale a la luz nueva evidencia en el caso de Charlie Kirk y es perturbadora -PATABAJO El Podcast #246
“Gaming company criticized for PlayStation 5 Pro price increases and controller stick drift defect issues”