David Pierce
Mentioned in 29 analyzed podcast episodes across 3 shows
Host and producer of the *Version History* podcast, where he leads in-depth discussions analyzing the history and cultural impact of notable technology products and digital phenomena. He is also a senior editor at The Verge covering technology and media. Pierce brings personal expertise and firsthand experience to his storytelling, as evidenced by his participation in podcast discussions spanning gaming, consumer electronics, and internet culture.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
Version History · Mar 22, 2026
Vocoder: Magic mic
“Host of Version History podcast exploring the vocoder's evolution from military tech to music instrument”
Version History · Mar 15, 2026
Clubhouse: Pivot to audio
“Host of Version History podcast analyzing Clubhouse's rise and fall”
Version History · Mar 8, 2026
Furby: Talk Furbish to me
“Host of Version History episode; led discussion and research on Furby's history and impact”
The Vergecast · Jan 27, 2026
Truth and AI in Minneapolis
The Vergecast · Jan 20, 2026
How BYD beat Tesla
The Vergecast · Jan 16, 2026
Siri is a Gemini
The Vergecast · Jan 9, 2026
Live from CES: What is the point of a robot that falls over?
“Verge Editor-at-Large; co-host analyzing AI gadgets, wearables, and industry trends from show floor”
The Vergecast · Jan 6, 2026
The robots, phones and Lego of CES 2026
“Co-host of The Vergecast discussing CES 2026 announcements and technology trends”
Version History · Jan 4, 2026
Flappy Bird: Game over
“Host of Version History podcast and journalist covering the Flappy Bird story”
The Vergecast · Dec 28, 2025
Version History: iPhone 4
“Host of Version History podcast; led discussion and analysis of iPhone 4's impact and legacy”
Version History · Dec 28, 2025
Nintendo Power Glove: I love it. It's so bad.
“Host of Version History podcast; leads discussion analyzing Power Glove's history and impact”
The Vergecast · Dec 23, 2025
The Vergecast RAM Holiday Spec-Tacular
“Vergecast host discussing macroeconomic implications of memory shortage on device purchasing decisions”
Version History · Dec 21, 2025
AIM: Away message
“Host of Version History; had AIM screen name DaveP3355; discusses personal experience growing up with AIM”
The Vergecast · Dec 19, 2025
Brendan Carr is a dummy
“Vergecast host; former AOL employee; analyzed Brendan Carr's testimony and regulatory overreach; covering streaming industry consolidation.”
The Vergecast · Dec 16, 2025
Everything is gambling now
“The Vergecast host conducting interviews and analysis on prediction markets and AI infrastructure”
Version History · Dec 14, 2025
iPhone 4: You're holding it wrong
“Host of Version History; leads discussion on iPhone 4 design, Antennagate, and product impact”
The Vergecast · Dec 14, 2025
The end of OpenAI, and other 2026 predictions
“Host of The Vergecast; made predictions on cable TV death, AI gadgets, Matter protocol, and Apple's innovation crisis”
Cortex · Dec 12, 2025
174: Marques Brownlee (MKBHD) – State of the Workflow
“Senior editor at The Verge; appeared in MoreTech segment discussing media recommendations and entertainment”
The Vergecast · Dec 9, 2025
2025 year in review
“Vergecast host leading year-end review and superlatives discussion; made touchscreen Mac prediction”
The Vergecast · Dec 7, 2025
A very human vision for going all-in on AI
“Host of The Vergecast; interviews Sarri about AI in products and explores tension between AI capability and human experience”
The Vergecast · Dec 2, 2025
Apple gadgets, ranked
“Episode host leading the Apple product ranking discussion and moderating debate between panelists”
The Vergecast · Nov 30, 2025
I just want AI to rename my photos
“Leads discussion on AI integration, challenges hosts with real-time Raycast testing, and probes design philosophy questions”
The Vergecast · Nov 25, 2025
The geek's guide to running faster
“Podcast host interviewing Nick Thompson and John Higgins about running and TV technology”
Version History · Nov 23, 2025
Vine: Six seconds of fame
“Host of Version History podcast; leads discussion on Vine's rise and fall”
The Vergecast · Nov 23, 2025
Version History: Vine
“Hosts Version History and guides discussion on Vine's history, cultural impact, and legacy”
Version History · Nov 16, 2025
LimeWire: Steal this podcast
“Co-host; journalist covering the LimeWire story and its historical context within file-sharing and music industry evolution.”
Version History · Oct 26, 2025
Guitar Hero: Everybody’s a rock star
“Host of Version History podcast; leads discussion and research on Guitar Hero's history and cultural impact”
Version History · Oct 14, 2025
BlackBerry Messenger: Texting set free
“Host of Version History podcast; grew up in Connecticut, issued BlackBerry by family; covers tech history”
Version History · Oct 5, 2025
Hoverboards: So hot right now
“Host of Version History; covered hoverboards extensively at Wired; had first dangerous hoverboard experience in Oakland apartment.”