Decoder Co-Hosts Put Under Scrutiny As Team Reflects On Milestone Moments And Answer Burning Questions

Decoder’s Year in Review: Behind the Scenes with Nilay

As the year comes to a close, Decoder is taking a moment to reflect on its most significant milestones. In this special episode, Nick and Kate, the show’s producers, are putting Nilay, their co-host, under the microscope.

It’s been a whirlwind 12 months for Decoder, with numerous interviews, new episodes, and a second launch in February that set a new standard for the series. Despite the busy schedule, the team has made time to engage with listeners, addressing common concerns and sharing behind-the-scenes insights.

To celebrate this success, Nilay is taking on the role of guest, answering questions from fans and diving into some of the most pressing topics from the past year. The Decoder team scoured through a treasure trove of listener emails, carefully selecting the most intriguing queries to share with Nilay.

Among these, two questions stand out: Why isn’t Decoder available on YouTube Music, and why aren’t full video versions of episodes showcased on the platform? Nilay provides a detailed explanation, offering insights into the team’s creative decisions and their vision for the show.

As listeners tune in, they’ll also discover nods to past episodes and news stories that have shaped the series. From The Verge’s expansion into subscription-based content to Intuit’s request to delete part of Decoder’s latest episode, Nilay shares his thoughts on these developments and more.

Decoders can now access a vast library of episodes, including those featured in this special episode, as well as news stories from The New Yorker about robots learning. Moreover, fans can explore the world of tech through articles like “How Big Tech’s return-to-office mandates are really about control” and discover how robots are being trained to adapt.

As we bid farewell to 2023 and welcome a new year, Decoder invites listeners to join them on this journey into the future, as they continue to push boundaries and explore the intricacies of technology.