Best Pc Hardware Podcasts (2025)

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368: Xbox + AMD, Xbox confirms next-gen hardware, FF16, Sony wants Warner Bros? 4:29:05

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1d ago4:29:05

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Rand and Jez discuss another hot week of Xboxxy news. We talk Xbox and AMD, next-gen Xbox and Steam implications, FF16 hitting Xbox, Sony wanting Warner Bros, breaking news about Xbox and Meta's VR headset, and much more. 💚PATREON 20% OFF: Support us and get Q&A WEEKLY on http://Patreon.com/XB2! Extra shows, ad-free audio, and more. TIMESTAMPS: 00:…

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The Dodgy "RTX 5090" Laptop Situation (feat. Jarrod's Tech) 50:24

3d ago50:24

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Episode 75: Jarrod from Jarrod's Tech joins us to talk about gaming laptops. We discuss the situation with horrible laptop GPU names, poor VRAM configurations, absurd pricing for higher tier models and whether gaming laptops actually make sense to begin with. JARROD'S TECH Check out Jarrod's Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@jarrodstech Check out J…

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Behind-the-Scenes: VC Funding for AI Startups 41:48

4d ago41:48

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It seems like we are bombarded by news about millions of dollars pouring into AI startups, which have crazy valuations. In this episode, Chris and Dan dive deep into the highs, lows, and hard choices behind funding an AI startup. They explore early bootstrapping, the transition to venture capital, and what it’s like to trade in code commits for inv…

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DF Direct Weekly #218: MindsEye Launch Disaster, Next-Gen PS Handheld Specs, Switch 2 Sells 3.5m! 1:46:56

6d ago1:46:56

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The catastrophic launch of MindsEye dominates the Direct this week - but how does the game actually look and run on PS5 Pro and PC? We'll have a more detailed review soon, but there's good and bad with this one. Meanwhile, legit-looking specs emerge for the next-gen PlayStation handheld, Switch 2 sells through 3.5m units in four days and Rich spend…

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Podcast Reload: S16E39 - MindsEye, ventas de Switch 2, Resident Evil 9 1:55:22

6d ago1:55:22

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¿Te gusta Reload? Apóyanos en Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/anaitreload) para acceder a contenidos exclusivos, recibir los episodios dos días antes y hacer posible que sigamos adelante 🔥 * * * El Summer Game Fest parece haber terminado (aunque Konami coló un evento más, el anuncio de Splatoon Raiders no invita a pensar en un Direct inminente), a…

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367: Xbox Showcase reaction, SGF, Xbox Ally info, Game Pass price hike? 5:00:32

8d ago5:00:32

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🦈 Get Surfshark 80% OFF! https://get.surfshark.net/aff_c?offer_id=926&aff_id=37504 | 100% log free VPN! #Sponsor Jez and Rand dive into another week of crazy Xbox news. This week, we react to SGF and the Xbox Showcase, talk Xbox Ally, future Xbox hardware plans, and much more. 💚 Support us and go AD-FREE on http://Patreon.com/XB2! Extra shows, Q&A …

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The Future of QD-OLED Gaming Monitors & Cool Upcoming Products (feat. TFTCentral) 1:07:55

9d ago1:07:55

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Episode 74: Simon from TFTCentral joins us at Computex to discuss everything we saw at the show, our favorite upcoming monitors, impressions from various products, the future of OLED monitors and more. TFTCENTRAL Check out the video Tim filmed with Simon on his channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=p1KDWb0tWcM Check out Simon's channel: https://…

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AI-Automated Film Making 43:02

10d ago43:02

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An recent article in Variety was titled: "Sylvester Stallone-Backed Largo.ai Teams With Brilliant Pictures for ‘World’s First Fully AI-Automated Film Company’". Obviously this caught our attention! We sit down with Sami Arpa, CEO of Largo.ai, to unpack how films are developed, funded, and brought to life using AI. We discover how tools like script …

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DF Direct Special: Xbox Showcase Reaction - Xbox Ally Handhelds, Final Fantasy 16 Tested + More! 1:19:54

12d ago1:19:54

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The summer gaming events continue with the arrival of the Xbox Showcase. Microsoft has had a stellar 2025 and has delivered some exceptional events over the last few years - but this one doesn't quite make the grade. Rich, John and Oliver talk Ally handhelds, the pick of the games shown, the 2026 teases and we have capture and analysis of the "shad…

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Podcast Reload: S16E38 - Xbox Games Showcase, ROG Xbox Ally, PC Gaming Show 2:26:37

12d ago2:26:37

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¿Te gusta Reload? Apóyanos en Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/anaitreload) para acceder a contenidos exclusivos, recibir los episodios dos días antes y hacer posible que sigamos adelante 🔥 * * * Aún queda alguna réplica, pero el terremoto principal del Summer Game Fest terminó ya con el Xbox Games Showcase, el siempre esperado evento de medio año …

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DF Direct Weekly #217: Summer Game Fest/State Of Play! Black Myth Wukong Xbox! PS5 VRR fixed! 2:09:29

13d ago2:09:29

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Join Rich, Alex and John for their thoughts on two of the major summer events: Sony's State of Play and Geoff's Summer Game Fest. The team share their thoughts on the biggest games of the shows, before moving onto other matters: Rich is happy to see that Sony has fixed the VRR stuttering problem with PlayStation consoles, Alex discusses the team's …

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Podcast Reload: S16E37 - State of Play, Summer Game Fest 2025, Day of the Devs 2:21:32

14d ago2:21:32

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¿Te gusta Reload? Apóyanos en Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/anaitreload) para acceder a contenidos exclusivos, recibir los episodios dos días antes y hacer posible que sigamos adelante 🔥 * * * Dos por uno de eventos en el programa de hoy, el segundo de los tres que se vienen estos días. Por un lado, primero, hablamos sobre el State of Play, el e…

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Podcast Reload: S16E36 - Especial Switch 2: el hardware, los juegos, el futuro 3:03:42

15d ago3:03:42

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¿Te gusta Reload? Apóyanos en Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/anaitreload) para acceder a contenidos exclusivos, recibir los episodios dos días antes y hacer posible que sigamos adelante 🔥 * * * Llegó el momento: toca hablar de nuestros primeros días con Switch 2, desde cómo es la máquina hasta un repaso por sus juegos principales, desde Mario Kar…

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366: Xbox Games Showcase final predictions, Summer Game Fest, Black Myth comes to Xbox 2:46:19

16d ago2:46:19

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Rand and Jez get into another XB2 Podcast, ahead of this week's big Xbox Showcase weekend. We talk SGF and final predictions for the Xbox Showcase, discuss latest news and rumors, and get into Black Myth FINALLY coming to Xbox. 🦈 SPONSOR: Get 86% OFF Surfshark, 100% log-free VPN! https://get.surfshark.net/aff_c?offer_id=87&aff_id=37504 | Works out …

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The RX 9060 XT Leaves Us With Mixed Opinions 1:23:28

16d ago1:23:28

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Episode 73: Now that the AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT is released and we have reviewed both models, we give some further thoughts on the 16GB card, the 8GB card, the weirdness around the launch (samples, NDAs) and where AMD have gone wrong CHAPTERS 00:00 - Intro 03:50 - The RX 9060 XT 16GB is Decent 14:11 - The RX 9060 XT 8GB is Problematic 31:26 - RX 906…

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Federated learning in production (part 2) 45:25

18d ago45:25

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Chong Shen from Flower Labs joins us to discuss what it really takes to build production-ready federated learning systems that work across data silos. We talk about the Flower framework and it's architecture (supernodes, superlinks, etc.), and what makes it both "friendly" and ready for real enterprise environments. We also explore how the generati…

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XB2+1 (Ep. 30) Talking Xbox Showcase HYPE with MILES DOMPIER! 2:25:20

18d ago2:25:20

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🦈 SPONSOR: Get 86% OFF Surfshark, 100% log-free VPN! https://get.surfshark.net/aff_c?offer_id=87&aff_id=37504THE THIRTREETYTTHEENTH XBOX TWO PLUS SHOW is HERE! Our next guest is the AMAZING MILES DOMPIER OF IllFonic GAMES! Follow MILES on Twitter (https://twitter.com/milesdompier)!GRAB Killer Klowns from Outer Space for $12: https://www.xbox.com/en…

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DF Direct Weekly #216: Switch 2 Retail Units Leak, Xbox 'Sidelines' Handheld, F1 25 Path Tracing! 1:56:29

20d ago1:56:29

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The pre-launch anticipation for Nintendo Switch 2 ratchets up a level as retail units leak ahead of time, revealing the system's boot procedure, a preview of the front end and... not much more. The DF team react to those leaks, reflect on the Switch 2 journey that brought us to this launch and share some initial plans for coverage. Meanwhile, accor…

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Podcast Reload: S16E35 - Pre-Summer Game Fest, Elden Ring: Nightreign, Blades of Fire 3:20:23

20d ago3:20:23

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¿Te gusta Reload? Apóyanos en Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/anaitreload) para acceder a contenidos exclusivos, recibir los episodios dos días antes y hacer posible que sigamos adelante 🔥 * * * Tenemos ya cerca la Gran Semana, la de la consola nueva y el festival veraniego, y tanto de la una (Switch 2) como del otro (Summer Game Fest) hablamos en…

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365: Xbox Showcase predictions, Xbox handheld delayed, Xbox Game Pass is dangerous?! 4:59:44

22d ago4:59:44

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🦈 SPONSOR: Get 86% OFF Surfshark, 100% log-free VPN! https://get.surfshark.net/aff_c?offer_id=87&aff_id=37504 🙏 PATREON 20% OFF: Support us and get Q&A WEEKLY on ⁠http://Patreon.com/XB2⁠! Extra shows, ad-free audio, and more. Jez and Rand are back for another XB2 MEGA show, (5 hours omg), this week, we talk about the Xbox handheld rumors, throw in …

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Federated learning in production (part 1) 44:38

23d ago44:38

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In this first of a two part series of episodes on federated learning, we dive into the evolving world of federated learning and distributed AI frameworks with Patrick Foley from Intel. We explore how frameworks like OpenFL and Flower are enabling secure, collaborative model training across silos, especially in sensitive fields like healthcare. The …

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Good vs Bad: AMD's Radeon RX 9060 XT Launch 39:07

24d ago39:07

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Episode 72: Live from Computex in Taipei, we discuss the latest in graphics cards, including how we managed to review the GeForce RTX 5060 from our hotel room, and what we think about the Radeon RX 9060 XT now that it's been officially announced. CHAPTERS 00:00 - Intro 03:21 - We Reviewed the RTX 5060 in Taiwan 19:54 - Thoughts on the 9060 XT Launc…

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DF Direct Weekly #215: Switch 2 Cyberpunk 2077 Preview, RX AMD 9060 XT Reveal, FSR Redstone! 1:51:51

27d ago1:51:51

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Another packed Direct sees Tom, Rich and Oliver pore over 37 minutes of Cyberpunk 2077 Switch 2 footage, stacking it up against Series S and PS4 with intriguing results. AMD's announcement for the RX 9060 XT promises to be everything RTX 5060 isn't, while the team mull over Mario Kart World developer disclosures! Oliver gets Doom: The Dark Ages' PC…

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Podcast Reload: S16E34 - PlayStation Stars, RoadCraft, Duck Detective, Haneda Girl 2:47:49

27d ago2:47:49

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¿Te gusta Reload? Apóyanos en Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/anaitreload) para acceder a contenidos exclusivos, recibir los episodios dos días antes y hacer posible que sigamos adelante 🔥 * * * Nos cuesta no tener la cabeza en los primeros días de junio, no solo por el Junio Jugón (que ocupa una parte de la actualidad: hay que ir repasando el cal…

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364: Xbox dominates April sales, biggest DOOM ever? Xbox Game Pass tears it up 3:50:29

29d ago3:50:29

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SPONSOR: Get 86% OFF Surfshark, 100% log-free VPN! https://get.surfshark.net/aff_c?offer_id=87&aff_id=37504 // At just $2 per month! 🦈 Welcome to another XB2! This week, we talk about Xbox Game Pass being on an absolute tear lately, as well as Xbox's April sales dominance. We also talk DOOM: The Dark Ages concurrent Steam figures drama, and discuss…

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Emailing like a superhuman 47:27

1M ago47:27

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Loïc Houssier, Head of Engineering at Superhuman, joins us to discuss how AI and LLMs are reshaping the email experience. He highlights challenges related to the variability of user prompts and infrastructure optimization. Loïc emphasizes that a deep focus on user experience and real human workflows is key to building AI tools people actually love …

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Podcast Reload: S16E33 - Guadalindie 2025, Switch 2 Experience en Madrid, despelote 1:47:30

1M ago1:47:30

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¿Te gusta Reload? Apóyanos en Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/anaitreload) para acceder a contenidos exclusivos, recibir los episodios dos días antes y hacer posible que sigamos adelante 🔥 * * * Volvemos de Málaga, del Guadalindie 2025, con la memory card llena de buenos recuerdos; no es para menos, si pensamos en la cantidad de juegos, ponencias …

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DF Direct Weekly #214: No Switch 2 Launch Reviews? Next-Gen Xbox Using ARM + The "Forced RT" Debate! 1:59:36

1M ago1:59:36

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In this week's Direct, Rich, John and Alex discuss the strongly rumoured plans for NO Switch 2 launch reviews, along with apparent news that the next-gen Xbox will use ARM-based Snapdragon processors. Rich tests out our in-development VRR capture/analysis tools with Days Gone Remastered, measures the ongoing PS5 VRR stutter effect while Alex shares…

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363: Xbox next-gen plans, DOOM: The Dark Ages, Bungie steals Marathon's art, Kennan update, and more 4:09:43

1M ago4:09:43

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🦈 SPONSOR: Support us and get 86% OFF two years Surfshark, 100% log-free VPN! ⁠https://get.surfshark.net/aff_c?offer_id=87&aff_id=37504 JEZ IS BACK! Rand and Jez get in the podcast seat for the latest Xbox Two. This week, we talk Gears of War Reloaded and an update on the Gears of War cinematic universe, we have an update on Project Kennan, and som…

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Will AMD Make the RX 9060 XT Overpriced? 1:25:35

1M ago1:25:35

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Episode 71: We chat about potential upcoming Intel Arc GPUs including the B770 and B580 24GB, discuss the RX 9060 XT and what AMD might do with pricing, and round out the chat with some discoveries about laptop GPUs. CHAPTERS 00:00 - Intro 05:13 - Intel Arc B770, Is It Real? 22:10 - New Arc B580 Configurations? 26:18 - Lead-Up to the RX 9060 XT 39:…

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DF Direct Weekly #213: Switch 2 Processor Analysed, GTA 6 'Gameplay', RTX 5060 Controversy 1:45:30

1M ago1:45:30

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Switch 2 mysteries are finally resolved as two independent analyses confirm an 8nm processor... with a twist. Meanwhile, Rich, Alex and Oliver debate the meaning of 'gameplay' with regards to Grand Theft Auto 6, Trailer 2 while the team compares notes on the Asus ROG Ally 2, Xbox Project Kennan leaks. Oliver stacks up Switch 2 Final Fantasy 7 Remak…

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Podcast Reload: S16E32 - Doom: The Dark Ages, GTA VI, Xbox y los precios, Death Stranding 2 2:30:50

1M ago2:30:50

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¿Te gusta Reload? Apóyanos en Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/anaitreload) para acceder a contenidos exclusivos, recibir los episodios dos días antes y hacer posible que sigamos adelante 🔥 * * * Esta semana las tres partes del podcast están bien diferenciadas; lo entenderéis al escucharlo. Para la actualidad, hay un par de temas que no podían falt…

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Nvidia Buries RTX 5060 Reviews 1:19:46

1M ago1:19:46

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Episode 70: Not content on just hiding the RTX 5060, Nvidia have decided to bury reviews through questionable timing and a lack of drivers. So we discuss that on today's podcast. CHAPTERS 00:00 - Intro 00:38 - Nvidia Buries the RTX 5060 Even Deeper 20:15 - But the Steam Survey! 32:22 - Is The RX 9060 XT Even Worse? 39:13 - 8GB is Holding PC Gaming …

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362: "Xbox handheld" photos leaks, GTA 6 trailer, Gears of War goes to PS5?! 3:33:25

1M ago3:33:25

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SPONSOR: Get 86% OFF Surfshark, 100% log-free VPN! ⁠https://get.surfshark.net/aff_c?offer_id=87&aff_id=37504Rand catches up with Lord Cognito while Jez continues to recover from surgery! This week, the gang talks Xbox handheld photo leaks, GTA 6 trailer and hype, Gears of War hitting PlayStation 5, rumors that Xbox publishers are wary of Microsoft'…

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Model Context Protocol Deep Dive 42:23

2M ago42:23

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In this episode, Daniel and Chris unpack the Model Context Protocol (MCP), a rising standard for enabling agentic AI interactions with external systems, APIs, and data sources. They explore how MCP supports interoperability, community contributions, and a rapidly developing ecosystem of AI integrations. The conversation also highlights some real-wo…

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XB2+1 (Ep. 29): Lord Cognito on the future of Xbox and gaming 2:00:23

2M ago2:00:23

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SPONSOR: Get 86% OFF Surfshark, 100% log-free VPN! Aired first April 29, 2025 on Patreon: It's time to hang out with XB2+1 OG, Lord Cognito, of Last Stand Media, Defining Duke, and @IronLordsPodcastRoundtable! We talk Xbox's future, hardware opinions, Game Pass drama, and more. FOLLOW LORD COGNITO @ Twitter/X: http://twitter.com/lordcognito. 💚 Supp…