WIRED’s Uncanny Valley Podcast Launches Live Show Featuring Patreon CEO
On September 9, at 7 PM PDT, WIRED is set to debut its first live show of the acclaimed podcast Uncanny Valley, in collaboration with KQED. This event promises insightful discussions about the evolving landscape of technology and its impact on the creative sector.
Featured Guest: Jack Conte, CEO of Patreon
The live show will spotlight a conversation between Katie Drummond, the Editor-in-Chief of WIRED, and Jack Conte, the CEO of Patreon. As both a founder and musician, Conte has established himself as a leader in leveraging new technological advancements to benefit creators. Since its inception in 2013, Patreon has facilitated over $10 billion in payments to creators, marking a significant impact in the industry.
Discussion on San Francisco’s Tech Evolution
In addition to Conte’s conversation, the event will feature a roundtable discussion with co-hosts Michael Calore and Lauren Goode. This segment will focus on San Francisco’s rise as a technology hub and explore the shifts that have occurred in recent years. The dialogue will examine how emerging technologies, such as artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning, have helped the Bay Area maintain its prominence in the tech world, while considering the question of its future sustainability.
How to Attend
For those in the Bay Area, tickets are available for purchase here. If you’re unable to attend in person, the event will be accessible through a livestream on the event page, allowing a broader audience to engage with these pressing topics.
Previous Episodes and Podcast Access
Listeners can also explore earlier episodes of the Uncanny Valley podcast, which features a range of discussions that demystify prominent tech companies, cultural trends like vibe coding, and significant figures such as Sam Altman. Topics also include timely issues surrounding cryptocurrencies like DOGE and industry shifts influenced by policies from the Trump administration.
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This live event and the ongoing podcast series exemplify WIRED’s commitment to providing in-depth analysis and coverage of the technology sector. The discussions promise to be enlightening, offering valuable perspectives for both industry professionals and curious listeners alike.
