Material is a weekly discussion about the Google and Android universe. Your intrepid hosts try to answer the question, “What holds up the digital world?” The answer, so far, is that it’s Google all the way down.

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#508: Breaking the Fourth Wall

March 20th, 2025 · 64 minutes

Google announces the Pixel 9a and then subsequently delays it.

#507: Gemini for Robots

March 13th, 2025 · 75 minutes

Google Gemini is coming to a robot near you. Nothing to worry about here, folks!

#506: Manifest Destiny

March 6th, 2025 · 60 minutes

Manifest V3 is ruining our lives as Gemini helps us get dressed.

#505: Not to Be Morbid

February 28th, 2025 · 52 minutes

The Pixel Watch 3 will call for help if you miss a heartbeat. And don't forget to file your request to remove your data from Google Search.

#504: E Stands for Essence

February 21st, 2025 · 58 minutes

We apologize for talking about the iPhone 16e this week, but is Apple trying to pass off a $600 device as "affordable?" Google would like a word.

#503: Gulf of America

February 13th, 2025 · 56 minutes

It's happening. Everything is happening, and we're opining about it. Plus, our excitement over Google I/O.

#502: Look

February 7th, 2025 · 71 minutes

It's a news-heavy show, with earnings, shifts in Google company policy, and a lot of "look" from Sundar Pichai.

#501: The Cake Lasted Five Days

January 31st, 2025 · 62 minutes

Our first episode after a major milestone, and we're catching up on the real stories behind all the flashy Android and Samsung headlines.

#500: Enjoy Some Cake

January 25th, 2025 · 57 minutes

Andy and Flo celebrate 500 episodes of Material! No news this week, just vibes.

#499: Don't Be Rude, AI

January 16th, 2025 · 59 minutes

OnePlus launches a new Android phone, and Google tells its AI podcasting hosts to dial down their attitude.