TWiT Newsletter November 17, 2025
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D&D Returns to Club TWiT
It's a stacked week inside Club TWiT. First up: Part 2 of our D&D adventure Horror in the Cornfield! Mikah Sargent leads Leo, Paul, Paris, Jonathan, and Jacob through Fearmonger Farm as the corn whispers and fate takes over. Then on Wednesday, 5 PM PT, Scott Wilkinson hosts a live Home Theater Geeks Q&A to help you sharpen your A/V setup. And don't miss the Crafting Corner, happening right after, which is perfect for anyone who loves a creative break with the community.
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Are Smart Glasses the Next Privacy Nightmare?
Hosted by Leo Laporte
Guests: Victoria Song & Christina Warren
Meta's Ray-Ban Display glasses take center stage on a trip through Rome, raising big questions about privacy, etiquette, and the power of recording the world without anyone noticing. Leo Laporte, Victoria Song, and Christina Warren unpack what happens when wearable tech blends into everyday life. Plus, gadgets analyzing your urine, inbox-shaping bots, and whether Disney+ is headed for a bold new era. It’s a packed episode full of eyebrow-raising tech moments worth catching up on.
Amazon vs. Perplexity
Hosted by Steve Gibson & Leo Laporte
Steve Gibson and Leo Laporte tackle Amazon’s lawsuit against Perplexity AI, sparked by an autonomous shopping browser that makes purchases on your behalf. It’s raising tough questions about control, consent, and what happens when bots make decisions you never approved. The episode also covers Nevada's resurgence of ransomware and why cyber gangs are shifting their tactics again. If you care about digital autonomy, this one hits hard.
Your Apple & Windows Updates
Whether you're watching the latest macOS updates roll out or tracking Windows' newest features, our weekly platform updates keep you informed. MacBreak Weekly brings sharp takes from Leo Laporte and crew on everything happening inside Apple's world. At the same time, Windows Weekly breaks down fresh changes to Microsoft's ecosystem, from consumer surprises to enterprise shifts. Perfect for anyone who lives in multiple OS universes.
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Gaming Gear, Genetic Engineering & More
Hosted by Mikah Sargent and Jacob Ward
Jacob Ward joins Mikah Sargent to test Valve's new Steam Frame, Steam Machine, and updated controller, three pieces of hardware built for gamers who want something new from their setup. Meanwhile, tech giants are pouring money into genetically engineered babies, Windows executives are feeling the heat over controversial comments, and privacy skeptics wonder whether their choices even matter. It’s a sharply mixed bag of tech news with plenty to unpack.
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