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Leo Laporte

Mentioned in 27 analyzed podcast episodes across 8 shows

A prominent podcast host and co-host known for leading technology-focused shows including *This Week in Tech*, *MacBreak Weekly*, and *Security Now*. He provides industry analysis and context on topics ranging from Apple ecosystem updates to cybersecurity threats and AI developments. He is actively engaged in tech development, using tools like Claude Code for programming while exploring creative pursuits like piano and accordion.

Episode Appearances

All TWiT.tv Shows (Audio)

All TWiT.tv Shows (Audio) · May 14, 2026

Intelligent Machines 870: Meet Me In Alaska

Show host; demonstrating local LLM implementation (Kenobi) and AI agent integration

AI in Journalism and News GatheringLocal LLM Stacks and Cost OptimizationAI Safety and Security Vulnerabilities
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Windows Weekly (Audio)

Windows Weekly (Audio) · May 13, 2026

WW 983: Puts the Buh in Benelux - Can Googlebooks Challenge Existing Laptops?

Show moderator and Twit network founder providing context and managing discussion flow

Windows 11 Xbox Mode and Gaming FeaturesAI Agents on Windows TaskbarMicrosoft MDash Vulnerability Detection
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Windows Weekly (Audio)

Windows Weekly (Audio) · May 7, 2026

WW 982: Don't Lick the Manta Rays - Breaking Down Microsoft's Earnings

Show host and moderator broadcasting from Hawaii, managing discussion flow

Microsoft Earnings Q3 2026 and Financial PerformanceAI Infrastructure Spending and Capital Expenditure TrendsWindows 11 Quality Improvements and Feature Updates
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Security Now (Audio)

Security Now (Audio) · May 6, 2026

SN 1077: A Browser AI API? - End of Bug Bounties?

Co-host discussing implications of Google's browser AI strategy and Mozilla's standards opposition

AI-Driven Vulnerability DiscoveryBug Bounty Program EvolutionBrowser AI API Standardization
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All TWiT.tv Shows (Audio)

All TWiT.tv Shows (Audio) · May 6, 2026

Security Now 1077: A Browser AI API?

Co-host discussing browser standards, AI adoption resistance, and Google's dominance in web platform decisions

Browser Prompt API and local LLM deployment in ChromeAI-driven vulnerability discovery and exploitationBug bounty program economics and sustainability
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MacBreak Weekly (Audio)

MacBreak Weekly (Audio) · May 6, 2026

MBW 1023: Don't Be Contemptible - Apple Sets a New Record for Its Second Quarter Results

Primary host broadcasting from Hawaii; led discussion on Apple earnings and industry trends

Apple Q2 2026 Financial Results and GuidanceiPhone 17 Launch Success and China Market RecoveryServices Revenue Growth and ARPU Expansion
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All TWiT.tv Shows (Audio)

All TWiT.tv Shows (Audio) · May 6, 2026

MacBreak Weekly 1023: Don't Be Contemptible

MacBreak Weekly host; broadcasting from Hawaii; discussed Apple earnings and industry trends

Apple Q2 2026 Earnings Results and GuidanceiPhone 17 Launch Success and China Market RecoveryMac mini/Studio Supply Chain Constraints and TSMC Capacity
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All TWiT.tv Shows (Audio)

All TWiT.tv Shows (Audio) · Apr 30, 2026

Intelligent Machines 868: Happy Hamburgers Towing Timmy To The Sea

Host discussing Framework products, AI trends, and personal computing philosophy

Modular and upgradable laptop designLocal AI inference and edge computingSupply chain constraints for memory and processors
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Windows Weekly (Audio)

Windows Weekly (Audio) · Apr 29, 2026

WW 981: Semi-Sophisticated - Microsoft Releases Source Code For 86-DOS 1.00

Show host; discussing local AI implementation, smart home automation, and AI-powered workflows

Windows Update Pause Functionality and User ControlMicrosoft Financial Reporting Transparency and Earnings ObfuscationOpenAI-Microsoft Partnership Restructuring and AWS Integration
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All TWiT.tv Shows (Audio)

All TWiT.tv Shows (Audio) · Apr 29, 2026

Windows Weekly 981: Semi-Sophisticated

Show host and network founder; experimenting with local AI frameworks and smart home automation

Windows Update Pause Mechanisms and User ControlSnapdragon X2 ARM Processor Gaming PerformanceFinancial Reporting Transparency and SEC Enforcement
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All TWiT.tv Shows (Audio)

All TWiT.tv Shows (Audio) · Apr 29, 2026

Security Now 1076: FAST16.SYS

Co-host providing context and reactions to security topics, discussing implications of state-level cyber operations

Fast16.sys rootkit architecture and precision sabotage mechanismsSupply chain attacks targeting GitHub Actions and CI/CD pipelinesBitwarden CLI compromise and developer secret exfiltration
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All TWiT.tv Shows (Audio)

All TWiT.tv Shows (Audio) · Apr 23, 2026

Intelligent Machines 867: The Ketchup Effect

Show host; discussed personal tech purchases and show operations

AI Compute Capacity Constraints and RationingVulnerability Disclosure and AI-Driven Exploit GenerationClaude Code Access Restrictions and Pricing Models
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Windows Weekly (Audio)

Windows Weekly (Audio) · Apr 22, 2026

WW 980: Running Outta Tolkiens - Hands-On With 2 Snapdragon X2 Laptops!

Show moderator and network operator discussing sponsorship needs and industry trends

Snapdragon X2 Elite laptop performance and gaming compatibilityMicrosoft Recall security vulnerability debunkingGame Pass pricing strategy and subscriber retention
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All TWiT.tv Shows (Audio)

All TWiT.tv Shows (Audio) · Apr 22, 2026

Windows Weekly 980: Running Outta Tolkiens

Show host introducing segments and managing sponsorships, discussing industry trends

Recall Security Vulnerability DebunkingSnapdragon X2 Elite Laptop Performance and GamingToken-Based AI Billing Models
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MacBreak Weekly (Audio)

MacBreak Weekly (Audio) · Apr 15, 2026

MBW 1020: AirPods for Your Face - Is the MacBook Neo a Hit?

Discussing AI infrastructure spending, on-device models, and Apple's strategic positioning

MacBook Neo supply chain and chip binning strategyApple smart glasses design and privacy implicationsAI infrastructure spending and competitive dynamics
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MacBreak Weekly (Audio)

MacBreak Weekly (Audio) · Apr 8, 2026

MBW 1019: Furious, Eloquent, and Unrestrained - The Earth: Shot on iPhone

Show producer and network founder; mentioned as organizer of panel and events

Artemis II Moon Mission iPhone PhotographyFoldable iPhone Manufacturing DelaysApple Store Labor Practices and Training
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Macworld Podcast

Macworld Podcast · Apr 1, 2026

Episode 977: Memories of Apple on its 50th Anniversary

Worked with Roman Loyola on The Screen Savers at Tech TV

Apple's 50th Anniversary MilestonesiPod Launch and Music Industry StrategyiPhone Development and Press Access
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MacBreak Weekly (Audio)

MacBreak Weekly (Audio) · Feb 18, 2026

MBW 1012: Joining the YOLO Club - Apple's Special Experience Event on March 4th

MacBreak Weekly host; moderating discussion and providing context on Apple ecosystem

Apple March 4 Special Experience EventMacBook colorful redesign rumorsM5 Pro and M5 Max chip announcements
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The DSR Network

The DSR Network · Feb 6, 2026

Need to Know: How the Media Has Dropped the Ball on Epstein and on the First Amendment

Host of 'Intelligent Machines' podcast, experimenting with AI agents for news curation

Epstein Documents Investigation and Media CoverageFirst Amendment and Press Freedom Under ThreatMinneapolis Journalist Arrests and Government Intimidation
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This Week in Startups

This Week in Startups · Jan 10, 2026

Jason’s Top CES Products and Takeaways | E2232

IPO Market RecoveryDiscord Public FilingStrava IPO Plans
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Security Now (Audio)

Security Now (Audio) · Jan 7, 2026

SN 1059: MongoBleed - Code Signing Under Siege

Co-host of Security Now; discusses implications of security policies and their impact on users and developers

MongoBleed vulnerability (CVE-2025-14847)Code signing certificate lifetime reductionCloud-based code signing services
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This Week in Tech (Audio)

This Week in Tech (Audio) · Jan 5, 2026

TWiT 1065: AI Action Park - DeepSeek's mHC Model Training Breakthrough!

TWiT host; learning piano in 2025; considering accordion; using Claude Code daily for development

DeepSeek MHC (Manifold Constrained Hyperconnections) Training ArchitectureAI Model Productization and Market DifferentiationNVIDIA Hackquisition Strategy and Grok-Q Acquisition
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Security Now (Audio)

Security Now (Audio) · Dec 28, 2025

SN 1058: A Gift for the New Year - Vitamin D Revisited

Co-host of Security Now; interviewer who prompted Gibson to discuss vitamin D research and provided context from previous 2009 episode

Vitamin D physiology and metabolism (UVB conversion, liver hydroxylation, kidney activation)Vitamin D deficiency epidemic and prevalence statisticsVitamin D supplementation dosing and safety thresholds
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This Week in Tech (Audio)

This Week in Tech (Audio) · Dec 28, 2025

TWiT 1064: TWiT Best 0f 2025 - 2025's Best Moments on TWiT

Host of This Week in Tech; celebrating 20-year anniversary and reflecting on show's evolution and impact

AI Job Displacement and Economic ImpactUniversal Basic Income as Policy SolutionAI-Assisted Software Development and Vibe Coding
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Security Now (Audio)

Security Now (Audio) · Dec 24, 2025

SN 1057: GhostPoster - Free VPNs, Hidden Risks

Co-host providing context, asking clarifying questions, and discussing implications of security threats for users

North Korean Cryptocurrency Theft OperationsKimWolf Android Botnet and Smart TV SecurityGhostPoster Firefox Extension Malware Campaign
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This Week in Tech (Audio)

This Week in Tech (Audio) · Dec 22, 2025

TWiT 1063: The Year's End - Top Stories of 2025

Host of This Week in Tech; led year-end review of 2025 tech stories; discussed AI, privacy, platform decay

AI Model Performance and Scaling (DeepSeek, ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini)Generative AI Data Center Economics and ProfitabilityAge Verification Technology and Facial Age Estimation
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Security Now (Audio)

Security Now (Audio) · Dec 17, 2025

SN 1056: Australia - AI Coding Blunders Exposed

Co-host providing perspective on privacy concerns, Linux adoption, and regulatory implications of age verification

China Power Grid Vulnerability ResearchReact-to-Shell CVE-2025-55182 ExploitationAI-Generated Code Quality Issues
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