These are exactly the topics that should be front and center in discussions about tech today. In fact, the dominance of tech in our lives means these are the most important questions of our time. Very valuable listen. Thank you!

I am not tech savvy or all that tech interested, but I decided it would be a good thing to educate myself about what the tech industry is doing and where it’s headed. This podcast was a real eye opener for me and made me realize that a lot of the side effects of social media and big tech are not only unfortunate but actually sinister, and we have to be extremely aware of how we engage and draw boundaries. I highly recommend listening to all 8 episodes.

Great 8 episode podcast. Very interesting and well made.

Bring on season 2!

Fantastic 8 part series .. I work in tech and found this totally connectable on many levels (even if you do not work in the industry). A must listen and please make a part 2!!

Definitely enjoyed it!!

I stumbled upon this podcast while searching for insight into what built the tech industry. Now I am HOOKED on the intriguing history of Silicon Valley and the folks who pioneered an era of change.

If you’re in tech (or not). These are really interesting stories. Good job Dan!

It’s a great podcast, but the repetitive cadence of the host makes it really hard to listen to for prolonged periods.

By chance found this and liking every bit of it

Danny's background of being born in the Valley and being away from it for awhile gives him a very unique ability to dive into the awesomeness/weirdness of Silicon Valley without the fanboy tinge. If you want to know why Silicon Valley is what it is.. this is the podcast to listen to.

A fantastic podcast! Interesting to locals and non-locals alike!!

I suscribe to not more than forty podcasts. Many have similar names, similar themes, similar topics. I can only imagine that if those same podcasts were to listen to this one, they would only see red. Mr. Fortson is a trustworthy version of Nick Carraway in that he offers a very telling "insider-outsider" narrative of a world that inhabits the modern economy like a bucking bronco. Leave the Fortnite behind and get into Fortson.

Alway Excellent Reporting

This is one of the best podcast out there. It’s so interesting and shows the awesome stuff that happened at Silicon Valley. Keep up the amazing work 👍 -Elyas Khan

It is so refreshing to find tech writing that is intelligent and skeptical... too many fanboys in this weird tech ecosystem we inhabit. Fortson is certainly not one of them, and the first episode is exactly the kind of smart narrative journalism i miss. Looking forward to the rest!

Danny’s podcasts are always great to hear and keep me want to hear what’s next! Very good past time, especially when on the drive!

I heard about this podcast from listening to Danny in the Valley and it did not disappoint. Definitely recommend!

I really enjoyed the first episode. Can’t wait to hear more!!

... Now listen to this! So happy to have this new edition.

Such an interesting series!

A fascinatingly fresh take on how Silicon Valley came to be. The host makes a strong argument as to why the world should know more about the origins and trajectory of the ongoing digital revolution. Those lessons are especially critical now, with so much technological potential again on the verge of swallowing us all. And great logo! But dude needs a shave and a tan.

Love this podcast! Looking forward to hearing more in this series. A nice complement to Danny in the Valley

As someone who was born and raised in The Valley, I have witnessed first hand how the technological paradigm shift has shaped and influenced the Bay Area. A little too young for Pong, but thanks for bringing the Atari 2600 back to the surface of my memories. Video games were a huge part of my formative years, and for someone who spent a small fortune on Street Fighter II, it is great to hear these personal anecdotes about pioneers in the industry. Great listen, definitely look forward to the next installment.

Great breakdown of the silcon valley world and its history. I want more of it. Way more. DF usually sells a no BS brand of journalism and once again delivers. And in a fun way.

Danny Fortson is a journalist we can count on to tell the story that is fair and balanced. No spin. Just the facts. He gives the listener and reader the opportunity to connect with the story by asking the right questions and not interrupting the answer.

You walk around with a computer that fits in your pocket. This will help you understand how we got here. Check out Danny in the Valley if you like even more tech talk.

So much great unknown by me information.

Love this. It was like an episode of the Daily but lighthearted and tech driven. The production was dope. Also leaned into my nostalgia. Pong was never a thing in my life but the Atari 2600? Bruh. That joint changed my life. It’s a natural companion to Danny in the Valley.

The trailer has me hooked. Great storytelling from a great storyteller.

You've definitely got my attention. Can't wait to hear more.

Can’t wait for this!