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Leo Laporte

Mentioned in 12 analyzed podcast episodes across 6 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.

Appears On

MacBreak Weekly (Audio)Macworld PodcastThe DSR NetworkThis Week in StartupsSecurity Now (Audio)This Week in Tech (Audio)

Episode Appearances

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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