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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. Hosted by Andy Ihnatko and Florence Ion.

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  • Whatusaymark
    Not on Android, Still Love Material.
    It’s a testament to this show that I don’t use Android. I haven’t in ages and have no plans to change that, but they are easily one of the most fun listens I have every week. I still like to keep up with what’s going on with the platform, and Flo and Andy make that a joy to do.
  • Blizzard1s2d
    Listen to your tech reporters gab about their day and what they are covering
    Very enjoyable to listen to such knowledgeable reporters who are such good friends. I enjoy the rambling and gossip, and the very relatable disillusionment with the tech bro CEOS getting rich off the skilled labor of others. Please pump up the volume on Flo’s mic, she is very soft-spoken during most of the show. I’d like to hear what she has to say without cranking the volume up, and then down whenever Andy speaks.
  • scotty1029
    Politics Really?
    I have always enjoyed listening to Andy & Flo while learning more Android and Google. But now every new show is turning into more of a political podcast. If I wanted to hear about politics there are plenty of other political podcasts, political social media posts, or news television to hear about this subject. I suggest that you change the description of your show and place it in the political category. This isn’t about my personal views about the left or the right side. This is just simply about politics being on a tech podcast. It seems it is now just a dumping ground of political views.
  • hypermonkey1984
    Lots and lots of rambling
    Without fail the first 20 minutes of each episode buries the lead. I just want to hear about cool Google news which is what the show claims it is about. And the hosts are so mortally afraid of anything that is not diverse, or inequitable, or problematic that they can barely stay on topic.
  • MicrophoneMixer
    Florence is great
    That’s my story and I’m sticking to it.
  • DJ REEVES
    WHAT IS THE DIRECTION OF THIS PODCAST?
    The title says it all. What is the direction of this podcast. Is it Google focused? Maybe. Is it Android focused? Nope. Designed focused? Nope. I like each of these podcasters individually but a third podcast host is really needed. When a blurry subject matter comes up Flo is hesitant to say anything bad about Google. Andy is too nice to press her about it. The podcast needs a opinionated third FEMALE cast member. One that isn’t hesitant to go against Google.
  • Airun Jae
    Great Google Podcast
    Love Flo and Andy. Would like it if they’d go back to 3 hosts like when Russel was still with the show. Would also like chapters.
  • Curious7766
    Waste of time
    I’ve been a long time listener, but this show has devolved into nothingness. I hung around mostly because of Andy’s commentary, but Flo’s rambling was just too much of a time sink. I’ll catch Andy on MacBreak Weekly.
  • rrgym06
    Lovely sarcasm
    I love the sarcasm Flo brings to every episode. It’s absolutely one of my favorite shows. Sometimes Andy’s stories and “dad jokes” are TOO LONG, but it also adds to the sweetness of the show. 👍🏼
  • Chet-Manley
    An overall great show
    Been listening for a long time, and have thoroughly enjoyed your content. I'd give five stars, but today you had a sponsor spot for BAH. I'd recommend that you vet your sponsors a bit more thoroughly in the future.
  • PhoneGod1983
    Awesome podcast
    Very good podcast funny people and about Google
  • il-buono
    Downhill
    The show has really gone downhill. It started its decline after Yasmine left and sped up even more after Russell also left. Andy and Flo are great, but part of what made Material awesome were the insights brought by people in the software industry (Yasmine and Russell). Now the discussions in the show can go off in random tangents and the overall material (no pun intended) covered in the show isn’t as intriguing as it once was. The show really needs a third host in the Google/Android development world.
  • kevtexas210
    Leave and Come Back
    I try to keep up to date on this particular podcast, but eventually unsubscribe because I honestly get lost every time in Andy's habit of jumping in with things that have nothing to do with Android. I would give more stars if more great information on Android was provided, and less personal anecdotes unless they honestly have a connection to real practical information.
  • hammmmilk
    Fun fun fun
    Love listening and laughing. Show is coming along great. Keep up the good work. Love relay.fm! Yasmine was awesome. Thx.
  • soupVR
    Stay in Material
    Some tech podcasts tend to sound like drawn-out infomercials. However, the Material team always brings a variety of fresh opinions and fun conversations. Their diverse backgrounds (a developer, a writer and a designer) act as a good base for each podcast. Cons: * Google never follows through on Chipotle burritos
  • C#J#
    Relay's best
    The shine is nice on this one
  • scasmflop
    The podcast so great...
    I endured logging into iTunes to review it. #FeelTheLove
  • ApplefaninKS
    What a joy!
    I listen to this podcast while at work. I learn so much! I laugh! They are all great together and have such a great insight. Thanks for getting me through my work day!
  • PuertoGeekan
    Casual and informal Google talk
    A great alternative to “This Week in Google.” Casual and light-hearted, informative and insightful. Plus you get Andy Ihnatko, the best of the TWiT hosts! Keep up the great work.
  • Bemorte
    Like the ATP of the Google World
    Unlike the jerk who doesn't like Yasmine, I love the dynamic between the the hosts. This show is a great listen for anyone, but particularly awesome for people who love ATP or shows from Relay.FM
  • William Brendel
    Fun Podcast, Great Chemistry between the Hosts
    I've come to expect really great content from the Relay network, and Material is no exception. Keep in mind, I'm completely bought into the Apple ecosystem--Mac, iPhone, Watch, Photos, and more--and even /I/ enjoy this podcast, mainly because it's a good way to keep up with everything that's happening on the Google side of the technology world. So far they've covered everything from news and current events, to interesting new Google projects (the Nearby interview was great!), to deeper dives on shall we say... "less popular" projects like Google+. I was already familiar with Andy from MacBreak Weekly and The Ihnatko Almanac, and it's nice to see another outlet for his insights. Russell and Yasmine were new voices to me, and I'm pleased to give them two big thumbs up. The chemistry between the hosts is really great, and it's well worth a listen for Apple fans, Google fans, and everyone in between.
  • RynotBraun
    Needs to be recast
    Idea is ok. Lots of talking without saying anything. Replace the token girl for sure. Would be best to find someone smart.
  • sirnick4
    I'm an Apple guy but..
    I love this podcast! Great hosts! Very informative! Funny! What's not to like? Thankful for the hard work they put in every week! Keep it up!
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