Best Podcast Episodes About Bill Gates

“… when you look at it, like we don't see that we see we see one case where Epstein emails himself something that sounds like it's in the voice of the Bill Gates science advisor, Boris Karsich, I believe is the name. and in it they talk about oh you know it's the famous email where he says oh you know i got stds it says you got stds from russian hookers or from russian women and then you tried to slip antibiotics or you wanted me to slip antibiotics and melinda's drink and melinda like they asked her about it was awful um it doesn't like that's not it's weird what that is so first of all it's Hold on a …” “But when you look at it, like we don't see that we see we see one case where Epstein emails himself something that sounds like it's in the voice of the Bill Gates science advisor, Boris Karsich, I believe is the name. and in it they talk about oh you know it's the famous email where he says oh you know i got stds it says you got stds from russian hookers or from russian women and then you tried to slip antibiotics or you wanted me to slip antibiotics and melinda's drink and melinda like they asked her about it was awful um it doesn't like that's not it's weird what that is so first of all it's Hold on a second. We're just talking about emails. Right. Right? So who knows what was said? Just from the email, we know that there at least implies that he's got dirt on people and that he is exercising – is doing something with this dirt that he has on Epstein – or on Bill Gates, rather. Yeah, although – So we're very limited in the amount of data that we …” View more

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In this bizarre discussion, the hosts dissect a series of wild emails from Epstein, including one where he jokingly claims, 'I told her that person is me,' in reference to a story about children on his island. The mix of serious allegations and absurd humor creates a captivating and entertaining debate that leaves listeners both shocked and amused.

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The Joe Rogan Experience · #2465 - Michael Shellenberger · Mar 10, 2026

“… Okay, let's back up one second. I just want to look at CEPI. Who created CEPI? Bring that back up. CEPI was a World Economic Forum and the Gates Foundation. You'll find, I think, the government of Germany and India, I believe, was involved as well. But this is a richly funded, multi-billion dollar organization. You just can't imagine how big these units are. Oh, I can totally. You look at the industrial war complex, and now you start to see it's the industrial medical complex, right? That's the new one that really seems like it's sprouted over the past 20 years. Correct. Right here. …” “… government. Daszak was at the EcoHealth Alliance. It's a go-between organization that was shuttling money for Barak's projects over to Wuhan. Daszak had been to Wuhan many, many times. He knew that lab well. To create the virus, you mean? Correct. Understood. Okay, let's back up one second. I just want to look at CEPI. Who created CEPI? Bring that back up. CEPI was a World Economic Forum and the Gates Foundation. You'll find, I think, the government of Germany and India, I believe, was involved as well. But this is a richly funded, multi-billion dollar organization. You just can't imagine how big these units are. Oh, I can totally. You look at the industrial war complex, and now you start to see it's the industrial medical complex, right? That's the new one that really seems like it's sprouted over the past 20 years. Correct. Right here. CEPI is The Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations, a global organization focused on accelerating vaccine – Vaccine development. Okay, sorry. It was created in 2017 through a partnership between the governments of Norway and India, the Wellcome Trust, and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. Yep. And go back. To disease X, I want to just …” View more

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In this segment, Dr. McCullough humorously unravels the concept of 'Disease X' as a plan for a pandemic that doesn't even exist yet. His witty commentary on the 'bioindustrial complex' makes for an entertaining critique of how organizations might be orchestrating responses to health crises, leaving listeners both amused and bewildered.

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This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von · #647 - Dr. Peter McCullough · Mar 19, 2026

“… transactional nature of it all. Epstein trades access. Whether that access is to capital, to women, or to other powerful people. Which brings us to Bill Gates. Because if Musk was the potential new client, Gates was the established golden connection. And the files here get, frankly, they get very transactional. Very transactional. We've known for a while that they met. But the internal emails from the MIT Media Lab really expose the mechanics of how it worked. There's an email from October 2014 from Joy Ito, right? He was the director of the Media Lab at the time. Yes. And Ito writes that a $2 …” “It suggests Epstein was acting as the sort of social facilitator for the family. But again, you have to look at the transactional nature of it all. Epstein trades access. Whether that access is to capital, to women, or to other powerful people. Which brings us to Bill Gates. Because if Musk was the potential new client, Gates was the established golden connection. And the files here get, frankly, they get very transactional. Very transactional. We've known for a while that they met. But the internal emails from the MIT Media Lab really expose the mechanics of how it worked. There's an email from October 2014 from Joy Ito, right? He was the director of the Media Lab at the time. Yes. And Ito writes that a $2 million gift from Bill Gates was directed by Jeffrey Epstein. Directed. That is such an operative word there. It implies Epstein had control, or at least very significant influence, over where Gates' money went. It suggests he was advising Gates on his philanthropy. But why would he do that? Like why would Bill Gates need Jeffrey Epstein to tell him how …” View more

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Epstein manipulated philanthropic donations to launder his reputation and maintain leverage over influential figures like Bill Gates.

The Epstein case reveals a disturbing pattern of using philanthropy to manipulate and control powerful figures, casting doubt on the integrity of institutions like MIT.

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Elon Musk Podcast · Epstein’s Silicon Valley and Academic Laundromat · Feb 23, 2026

“… So Amy sent me. Well, I'm glad you guys. Amy sent me a video. This is from, I think, ABC Australia about this guy who goes and builds bunkers for billionaires. Yes. Would you mind hitting that? Which floor? Zuckerberg, Tate Brothers, Kardashians. How many does Bill Gates have? He's got 11. He's got 11 bunkers. You'll see how tall my bunker is. Now, normally you would think a bomb shelter is about this tall, about seven feet tall. But look how tall mine are. This is my fat boy. Oh, wow. Jeez. It's like an apartment. It's bigger than a New York apartment. We can put two of these together, three …” “… you guys give me a bunker? Yeah. No, because I know the kind of bunker you're going to want. And it's four hundred thousand dollars. We can start with something small, though, right? And that is. Well, he doesn't want a small one. He wants a fat boy. So Amy sent me. Well, I'm glad you guys. Amy sent me a video. This is from, I think, ABC Australia about this guy who goes and builds bunkers for billionaires. Yes. Would you mind hitting that? Which floor? Zuckerberg, Tate Brothers, Kardashians. How many does Bill Gates have? He's got 11. He's got 11 bunkers. You'll see how tall my bunker is. Now, normally you would think a bomb shelter is about this tall, about seven feet tall. But look how tall mine are. This is my fat boy. Oh, wow. Jeez. It's like an apartment. It's bigger than a New York apartment. We can put two of these together, three of these. Tate Brothers got six of these put together. Six? Yeah, and as he says, he's going to have stripper poles. Hopefully the Tate Brothers locked themselves in there and they can't find the key. And if you're curious what it costs, it's only $400,000. So if the Tate brothers bought six of these, that's nearly $3 million. Well, that's... …” View more

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The segment humorously explores the obsession with luxury bunkers, including a playful discussion about Andrew Tate's extravagant bunker plans. The funniest moment comes when they joke about hiding in a bunker with all the snacks, only to realize they’ve eaten everything before the apocalypse hits.

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The Bobby Bones Show · MON PT 1: Bobby Got A Certificate! + Luke Combs Gave Bobby Parenting Advice + Morgan Made Two Irresponsible Mistakes · Mar 09, 2026

“… donations, that doesn't make me a good person. And that makes me a stupid person because you could also give away your money when you die like Bill Gates. That's something an alcoholic says because it makes him look good. I've given away more money than I have. That's something you say when you're drowning. By the way, the good news is, no, I can still give away more money than I have when I die. But I have, you know, so I'm trying to refocus and focus on my children and not care about whether I live in Beverly Hills or where I live. I'll tell you what we should do then.” “… regretted it every day of my life because I thought, I'll make the money. I probably made 50 or I'm sure I've made $50 million, and I know for a fact that I have given away more money than I have right now. If I just look at my scholarships and my charity donations, that doesn't make me a good person. And that makes me a stupid person because you could also give away your money when you die like Bill Gates. That's something an alcoholic says because it makes him look good. I've given away more money than I have. That's something you say when you're drowning. By the way, the good news is, no, I can still give away more money than I have when I die. But I have, you know, so I'm trying to refocus and focus on my children and not care about whether I live in Beverly Hills or where I live. I'll tell you what we should do then.” View more

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Tom Arnold reveals his shocking divorce decision to forgo a $50 million settlement from Roseanne Barr, calling it a 'stupid' move he regrets daily. His humorous take on giving away more money than he has left adds a layer of self-deprecating comedy, making listeners laugh while reflecting on his life choices.

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Adam Carolla Show · Phoebe Robinson + Tom Arnold (Carolla Classics) · Mar 08, 2026

“I just don't think it's the entire thing. So Bill Gates and Jeffrey Epstein working with JP Morgan Chase had a plan to who try and solicit new donations, new philanthropic dollars from the billionaire class. And they were going to put this into this new financial vehicle called the Donor Advised Fund. And, you know, this would be a great benefit to the billionaire class because it would show them following in Bill Gates' footstep, becoming philanthropists, giving away their money. And it would also, …” “I just don't think it's the entire thing. So Bill Gates and Jeffrey Epstein working with JP Morgan Chase had a plan to who try and solicit new donations, new philanthropic dollars from the billionaire class. And they were going to put this into this new financial vehicle called the Donor Advised Fund. And, you know, this would be a great benefit to the billionaire class because it would show them following in Bill Gates' footstep, becoming philanthropists, giving away their money. And it would also, Bill Gates, I think, hoped it would drive new money and new energy to his own philanthropic project and his own philanthropic legacy. So that was a basis of their meetings. But I think that there are certainly reasons to examine other possible dimensions of the Gates and Epstein affair. We can talk about that if you want. Yeah, absolutely. And …” View more

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Bill Gates met with Jeffrey Epstein multiple times starting in 2011, despite Epstein's notorious background as a convicted sex offender. This relationship raises significant questions about Gates' judgment and intentions, especially as they sought to attract new philanthropic dollars from billionaires. The Gates Foundation's recent damage control efforts highlight the growing scrutiny surrounding this controversial connection.

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Tech Won't Save Us · Bill Gates and Jeffrey Epstein w/ Tim Schwab · Mar 05, 2026

“without anybody noticing. In 2011, Boris Nikolic, a venture capitalist, former advisor to Bill Gates, sends Epstein the Wikipedia page for Christopher Poole, the founder of 4chan, tells him that they should meet they do meet and pool launches poll politically incorrect the message board that would be home to gamergate in the far right the next day moot or christopher pool has denied that epstein had anything to do with it and said he regrets ever meeting with him and we have friends in common and i've kind of asked them like what's the read on …” “without anybody noticing. In 2011, Boris Nikolic, a venture capitalist, former advisor to Bill Gates, sends Epstein the Wikipedia page for Christopher Poole, the founder of 4chan, tells him that they should meet they do meet and pool launches poll politically incorrect the message board that would be home to gamergate in the far right the next day moot or christopher pool has denied that epstein had anything to do with it and said he regrets ever meeting with him and we have friends in common and i've kind of asked them like what's the read on it and they think that he that moot was so stoned that he has actually no idea what happened but it is weird timing okay all right because because this for me was sort of the skeleton key uh of jeffrey epstein's involvement and the just the history of the 21st century where where we're at like how we got here uh him asking christopher pool to …” View more

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In a shocking twist, Jeffrey Epstein's ties to 4chan reveal a deeper strategy in his manipulation of internet culture and politics. After meeting 4chan's founder Christopher Poole, Epstein sought to leverage the platform's chaos for his own gain, influencing movements like Gamergate and QAnon. This connection showcases how Epstein understood the power of online communities and their potential for societal disruption.

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Panic World · How Epstein weaponized the internet · Mar 04, 2026

“… when you understand to understand AI and robotics, understand that the very, a handful of the very richest people on earth are investing hundreds of billions of dollars. Okay. That's Mr. Musk, Mr. Bezos, Mr. Ellison, Mr. Gates, uh, and others. Okay. These are the richest guys on earth. Now, why are they doing it? You think they're doing it to stay up nights and they're staying up nights worrying about working people. You think they're investing hundreds of billions of dollars to say, how do we make this world a better place for working people between you and me? I don't think so. These guys have …” “So that's number one, number two, to me, even the big issue, let me quote, I wrote this down here, Elon Musk, our good friend, right? Musk. Now, when you understand to understand AI and robotics, understand that the very, a handful of the very richest people on earth are investing hundreds of billions of dollars. Okay. That's Mr. Musk, Mr. Bezos, Mr. Ellison, Mr. Gates, uh, and others. Okay. These are the richest guys on earth. Now, why are they doing it? You think they're doing it to stay up nights and they're staying up nights worrying about working people. You think they're investing hundreds of billions of dollars to say, how do we make this world a better place for working people between you and me? I don't think so. These guys have huge money, but getting back to the point you made earlier, you know, it's not enough that they're worth hundreds of billions of dollars. They even want more and more wealth and more and more power. Okay. So let's talk about what are the implications of AI and robotics? Okay. Well, they're going to take away jobs. So then people won't have …” View more

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Elon Musk predicts that AI and robotics will replace all jobs, making work optional for many. As billionaires invest heavily in this technology, the looming question is: what happens to the tens of millions of people who will lose their jobs? Some companies may offer a form of universal basic income, but will it be enough to sustain livelihoods?

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This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von · #635 - Sen. Bernie Sanders · Jan 21, 2026

“… two of us. That's a big deal. Fuck yeah, I don't think we've ever interviewed a valedictorian. I know, not one. Yes, you have. I don't. I wonder if Bill Gates was the valedictorian. Nobody wants to talk about, I mean, I'm 47. We're talking about something that happened 30 years ago. Why are we talking about this? That's interesting being the valedictorian, because that early on, you had a moment of I'm number one. Yeah, yeah, yeah. And that does something to people. You think? I think it teaches you you can be number one. It's a possibility. How did it work? First of all, how many kids were in your …” “… a valedictorian. Congratulations. Thank you. Yeah, yeah. That's awesome. Now, I don't want to insult you, but what was the pool of people they were selecting from? Is this thousands of people? Thousands of people. Thousands in a class. There were two of us. That's a big deal. Fuck yeah, I don't think we've ever interviewed a valedictorian. I know, not one. Yes, you have. I don't. I wonder if Bill Gates was the valedictorian. Nobody wants to talk about, I mean, I'm 47. We're talking about something that happened 30 years ago. Why are we talking about this? That's interesting being the valedictorian, because that early on, you had a moment of I'm number one. Yeah, yeah, yeah. And that does something to people. You think? I think it teaches you you can be number one. It's a possibility. How did it work? First of all, how many kids were in your graduating class? 250. That's impressive. Does the principal call you in? No. No, okay. Well, because you probably had to make a speech at graduation, right? I actually just sang a song. Oh, wow. Oh, you did? I did. What song did you sing? I wrote one. Was it called valedictorian? It was, absolutely. It's only on the nose. Early work. It was called …” View more

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Being a valedictorian at 47 can feel like a distant memory, but it shapes how we seek approval in life. One guest reflects on how early achievements influence self-worth and public perception, revealing that even a football-playing valedictorian can feel like a 'junkie' for approval. This surprising juxtaposition reveals the complexities of fame and personal validation.

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Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard · Chris Stapleton · Jan 19, 2026

“… Florida to 500 people. Yeah, and Microsoft was involved. They were doing a ton at Oracle. At the time, all the big companies were – All these Bill Gates vulnerabilities. Yeah, exactly. He talks about that a lot. But the CapEx per house was like $50,000 or something because you had to have a Silicon graphics station in the house. It just wasn't going to work. And so he couldn't figure that out. And then we cycled through a whole bunch of ideas. He actually went back to Nintendo, and we almost pulled the trigger on basically building what today you'd call Xbox Live or what is it called? It's a …” “… interactive – it's lost to history, but this interactive television – it wasn't time for that yet. It wasn't actually time for Netflix yet. And so it was going to be cost prohibitive. Time Warner had rolled out this interactive television thing in Orlando, Florida to 500 people. Yeah, and Microsoft was involved. They were doing a ton at Oracle. At the time, all the big companies were – All these Bill Gates vulnerabilities. Yeah, exactly. He talks about that a lot. But the CapEx per house was like $50,000 or something because you had to have a Silicon graphics station in the house. It just wasn't going to work. And so he couldn't figure that out. And then we cycled through a whole bunch of ideas. He actually went back to Nintendo, and we almost pulled the trigger on basically building what today you'd call Xbox Live or what is it called? It's a PlayStation Network or Xbox Live, like an online gaming service for the Nintendo 64 in 1994, which might have been a good idea. We thought it was too early. We almost did that. And then what happened literally was the internet you know I had worked on the internet in college and then you know this is you know fortunately only a few months later but …” View more

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The internet, once a government-funded research project, transformed into a consumer phenomenon thanks to innovations like the Mosaic web browser. Marc Andreessen, a key figure in this evolution, developed the first widely used graphical browser, which made the web accessible to ordinary people. This shift was so significant that it changed how we perceive and use the internet today.

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The a16z Show · Marc Andreessen on the Mindset of Great Founders — with David Senra · Mar 15, 2026

“… members of First AME, my church. So I put my church, they signed waivers and everybody sat in the audience and we did the show that night. Which a billion things are going through my mind because I also remember Tom Bradley. Sean Penn brought a guy with him and Paramount sent a lawyer out to say, the guy with Sean Penn, we can't talk to him. So don't go over there. And to this day, I, I, okay, okay. I had so much on my mind to this day. I wonder who that guy was And it also interesting because from ice cube to minister Farrakhan Farrakhan I look now at what you guys are going through and being …” “… thought that would distract from what I'm trying to do and what's going on and it would be bigger than the riots. And I said, oh, yeah, no, I get that. And so we got Tom Bradley, Sean Penn popped by, Sinbad, everybody. And then I invited like 200 members of First AME, my church. So I put my church, they signed waivers and everybody sat in the audience and we did the show that night. Which a billion things are going through my mind because I also remember Tom Bradley. Sean Penn brought a guy with him and Paramount sent a lawyer out to say, the guy with Sean Penn, we can't talk to him. So don't go over there. And to this day, I, I, okay, okay. I had so much on my mind to this day. I wonder who that guy was And it also interesting because from ice cube to minister Farrakhan Farrakhan I look now at what you guys are going through and being told what to do what not to do who to book with Colbert and who not to book. And Trump wasn't in my mix. But it's funny because I never thought to publicly talk about me being censored or publicly talk about them not letting me have someone that I want to have because politically that person is wrong or whatever. I also remember when I booked Bill …” View more

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Arsenio Hall hilariously recounts the pressure of booking controversial guests during a chaotic time, including his memorable attempt to get Bill Clinton and George Bush on the same show. The best part? His realization that Bush couldn't play saxophone, making him a less appealing guest. This segment captures the absurdity of TV politics with a comedic twist.

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Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend · Arsenio Hall · Mar 30, 2026

“… change. OpenAI is coming out with their model soon. And then when I went to GCC, the biggest takeaway I had was this session between Jeff Dean and Bill Daly, both chief scientists of Google and NVIDIA. And it's online, I highly recommend people watch it. And he talked about, Jeff Dean talked about the context window innovations where they could focus on the 10 documents that work well with your request and query So we going to have this context window innovation Both chief scientists talked about stacking memory right on top of the GPU or TPU, and that's going to be a huge innovation in the …” “… other thing is like, we're just in this great liftoff of AI innovation. We've talked about Anthropic Mythos, the blog that leaked out. So we're going to have this, you know, step up function. They told Fortune and there's going to be a huge step up change. OpenAI is coming out with their model soon. And then when I went to GCC, the biggest takeaway I had was this session between Jeff Dean and Bill Daly, both chief scientists of Google and NVIDIA. And it's online, I highly recommend people watch it. And he talked about, Jeff Dean talked about the context window innovations where they could focus on the 10 documents that work well with your request and query So we going to have this context window innovation Both chief scientists talked about stacking memory right on top of the GPU or TPU, and that's going to be a huge innovation in the coming months or years. And then Jeff Dean talked about synthetic data for audio and video.” View more

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NVIDIA's new Grok strategy is set to revolutionize AI inference by combining low-latency processing with existing architectures. This shift, led by CEO Jensen Huang, reflects a deeper understanding of market demands and positions NVIDIA at the forefront of AI innovation. With advancements in context window technology and memory stacking, the future of AI is about to take a significant leap forward.

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TBPN · FULL INTERVIEW: Why I Think Nvidia Is Perfectly Positioned In The AI Race · Mar 30, 2026

“She claimed that she had knowledge that Bill visited Epstein house multiple times Bill denies this Someone named Virginia Roberts remarked that she had knowledge that Bill was at Epstein Island Bill responded by saying that ultimately, this person, quote-unquote, reached a different conclusion and denied a claim that he flew in a helicopter with Glenn Maxwell to the island. The committee member referenced a diary entry as the piece of information asserting that Bill was on the island. …” “She claimed that she had knowledge that Bill visited Epstein house multiple times Bill denies this Someone named Virginia Roberts remarked that she had knowledge that Bill was at Epstein Island Bill responded by saying that ultimately, this person, quote-unquote, reached a different conclusion and denied a claim that he flew in a helicopter with Glenn Maxwell to the island. The committee member referenced a diary entry as the piece of information asserting that Bill was on the island. Bill's lawyers ask about the dates for this entry so they could determine whether Bill was in a different part of the world around this time. But this gets moved on pretty quick. They briefly bring up this picture of Bill in a hot tub in Brunei. He says that he was staying at a hotel during one of these AIDS trips and briefly went to a hot tub. Other …” View more

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During Bill Clinton's testimony regarding his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, he denied multiple claims about visiting Epstein's island and participating in questionable activities. The questioning revealed bizarre moments, including a painting of Clinton in Epstein's apartment and discussions about whether Epstein was suicidal. The most intriguing question arose about why the Clintons continued to associate with Ghislaine Maxwell after Epstein's conviction, highlighting the complexities of their connections.

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Behind the Bastards · It Could Happen Here Weekly 223 · Mar 14, 2026

“Oracle recently borrowed $18 billion to fund its AI infrastructure. That is a massive bet on future returns. If those returns don't materialize, that is a lot of leverage to unwind. So are we in a bubble? Well, here is the best honest answer. Maybe. Partially. There is a credible argument that some parts of the AI market are in bubble territory, especially unprofitable startups with soaring valuations and unclear paths to monetization. And circular financing deals and excessive …” “Oracle recently borrowed $18 billion to fund its AI infrastructure. That is a massive bet on future returns. If those returns don't materialize, that is a lot of leverage to unwind. So are we in a bubble? Well, here is the best honest answer. Maybe. Partially. There is a credible argument that some parts of the AI market are in bubble territory, especially unprofitable startups with soaring valuations and unclear paths to monetization. And circular financing deals and excessive leverage are definite red flags. But unlike the dot-com bust, where many leading companies had no profits or any real business models, the AI wave is anchored by giants with real revenue, disciplined capital allocation, and robust balance sheets. Think of it like this. In 1999, the market was betting on the internet changing everything. It was …” View more

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The massive investments in OpenAI are unsustainable and built on hype rather than real demand.

OpenAI's valuation is driven by hype and momentum rather than financial fundamentals, reminiscent of the dot-com bubble's unsustainable valuations.

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Money Rehab with Nicole Lapin · Are We in an AI Bubble? Here's the Honest Answer · Mar 09, 2026

“… Windows XP, they released a capability to use raw sockets, which meant you could impersonate any address. So the big problem was that, as we know, Bill Gates wanted to compete with the source and CompuServe. So he was doing the Microsoft network, MSN, and that was going to be dial-up modems and things. And then he got surprised by the Internet, which was not what he expected to have happen. So they had Windows, but it was like with a modem. And so they got a TCP IP stack and stuck it on Windows and put it on the Internet. So this was Windows on the Internet, and this predated NAT routers. We didn't …” “… at the wall of technology. And I loved that. In fact, I started writing for InfoWorld because of you. So thank you for that. Now, in 2001, when you were working in security, you got mad at Microsoft. I do that frequently. You may remember that in Windows XP, they released a capability to use raw sockets, which meant you could impersonate any address. So the big problem was that, as we know, Bill Gates wanted to compete with the source and CompuServe. So he was doing the Microsoft network, MSN, and that was going to be dial-up modems and things. And then he got surprised by the Internet, which was not what he expected to have happen. So they had Windows, but it was like with a modem. And so they got a TCP IP stack and stuck it on Windows and put it on the Internet. So this was Windows on the Internet, and this predated NAT routers. We didn't have NAT routers then. So my company I thought oh the Internet happening Let put our machines on the Internet And it turned out that other people had windows and all of their C drives were shared on the internet It was freaky This gave rise to a slogan that we often use at Security Now, what could possibly go wrong? And so this was the genesis of …” View more

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In 2001, Microsoft’s decision to connect Windows XP directly to the Internet without adequate security measures led to widespread vulnerabilities, exposing users' C drives to the world. This prompted Steve Gibson to create Shields Up, a tool to help users secure their networks. His frustration with Microsoft's oversight highlights the critical importance of cybersecurity in an increasingly connected world.

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Security Now (Audio) · SN 1068: The Call is Coming from Inside the House - Live From Zero Trust World 2026 · Mar 05, 2026

“… to be ENTJ. It's not the only model. There's INTJ as well. You got the Jacks, you got the Sergeys, the Lowrys are INTJs. And, you know, some people, Bill Gates, Steve Jobs, more ENTJ, a little bit more extroverted in their approach. One thing I wanted to get both of your takes on is what happened with Anthropix revenue ramp.” “… back testing on our own founders. We've also integrated personality tests, which I think is really interesting. And you can get AI driven personalities, archetypes now off of just public data. So how are they? Right, exactly. Every CEO, Eric wants to be ENTJ. It's not the only model. There's INTJ as well. You got the Jacks, you got the Sergeys, the Lowrys are INTJs. And, you know, some people, Bill Gates, Steve Jobs, more ENTJ, a little bit more extroverted in their approach. One thing I wanted to get both of your takes on is what happened with Anthropix revenue ramp.” View more

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A CEO's history significantly impacts future startup success, with repeat founders showing higher potential. Interestingly, having any exit, even a small one, is more predictive than the size of the exit. This insight comes from analyzing extensive data on founder backgrounds and integrating personality assessments.

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This Week in Startups · Is Anthropic Making the Biggest Mistake in AI History | E2258 · Mar 05, 2026

“… spent 200 bucks. Oh yeah, Claude was happy to see me. He said, hey, buddy, where you been? No, it made a couple of things wrong. I feel like you're Bill Gates with the Russian chess champion. Yeah, it did a couple of things wrong. It made some mistakes I didn't like. Not quite hallucinations, but a little bit on that level of where, wait a minute, that's not what I told you to do. And I didn't like that. I think I just feel more comfortable with Claude.” “… Claude is more, you create sub-agents to do bits and pieces. Or human in the loop. Yeah, and I feel more interactive with Claude than I did. The other thing, actually, that soured me, and I moved back to Claude at great expense because I already spent 200 bucks. Oh yeah, Claude was happy to see me. He said, hey, buddy, where you been? No, it made a couple of things wrong. I feel like you're Bill Gates with the Russian chess champion. Yeah, it did a couple of things wrong. It made some mistakes I didn't like. Not quite hallucinations, but a little bit on that level of where, wait a minute, that's not what I told you to do. And I didn't like that. I think I just feel more comfortable with Claude.” View more

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I felt like I was breaking up with my AI partner when I switched from Claude to Codex 5.3, but it turned out to be a mistake. Despite the hype around Codex, I found myself missing the interactive experience with Claude and regretted the switch after encountering some frustrating errors. This illustrates the competitive landscape of AI tools and the emotional connections users form with them.

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Intelligent Machines (Audio) · IM 859: What's Behind the Fox? - Tech's Gilded Age · Feb 25, 2026

“… to return to monkey, we've got to go back to the beginning. I mean, really, what am I doing here with something with 32 megabytes? You remember what Bill Gates said, right? What was it? 64 kilobytes of RAM ought to be enough for anyone. Let's figure out how to use AI to build applications that fit within reasonable memory footprints. I'm only half kidding. I think you might have seen me going back and forth with Chamath on Twitter a couple weeks ago, talking about how this AI software platform for building software using AI should definitely support export to Windows XP Service Pack 3 compatible …” “… actually the least memory-impacted consumer electronics product of the year. And so this was your plan then all along? Yeah, you saw this coming. You knew the AI boom was coming, and you said, I'm going to make the final console. Yeah. Now we've got to return to monkey, we've got to go back to the beginning. I mean, really, what am I doing here with something with 32 megabytes? You remember what Bill Gates said, right? What was it? 64 kilobytes of RAM ought to be enough for anyone. Let's figure out how to use AI to build applications that fit within reasonable memory footprints. I'm only half kidding. I think you might have seen me going back and forth with Chamath on Twitter a couple weeks ago, talking about how this AI software platform for building software using AI should definitely support export to Windows XP Service Pack 3 compatible applications. And I really am only half kidding. There is actually a lot of government hardware that is still running those, financial hardware that's still running. It's mostly offline stuff. And so having apps that can run on those is actually useful. But man, it feels crazy to need a few gigabytes of RAM to have a start menu. It feels pretty crazy …” View more

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The gaming industry is experiencing a rebellion against AI-driven trends, as consumers seek a return to simpler gaming experiences. With nostalgia for classic consoles like the Nintendo 64, gamers are questioning the industry's shift from innovation to profit extraction. This shift highlights the importance of foundational gaming experiences for the next generation, steering clear of exploitative microtransactions.

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TBPN · Palmer Luckey LIVE from NYSE, Supreme Court Smackdown, Data Center Backlash | Ryan Petersen, Jonathan Gould, Diogo Mónica, Joe Lonsdale, John Shahidi, Will Bruey, Sam Levenback, Alex Heath · Feb 20, 2026

“… to return to monkey. We got to go back to the beginning. I mean, really, what am I doing here with something with 32 megabytes? You remember what Bill Gates said, right? What was it? 64 kilobytes of RAM ought to be enough for anyone. Let's figure out how to use AI to build applications that fit within reasonable memory footprints. I'm only half kidding. I think you might've seen me going back and forth with Chamath on Twitter a couple of weeks ago talking about how this AI software platform for building software using AI should definitely support export to Windows XP Service Pack 3 compatible …” “… hardware. It might be actually the least memory impacted consumer electronics product of the year. This was your plan then all along? Yeah, you saw this coming. The AI boom was coming and you said, I'm going to make the final console. Yeah. Now we got to return to monkey. We got to go back to the beginning. I mean, really, what am I doing here with something with 32 megabytes? You remember what Bill Gates said, right? What was it? 64 kilobytes of RAM ought to be enough for anyone. Let's figure out how to use AI to build applications that fit within reasonable memory footprints. I'm only half kidding. I think you might've seen me going back and forth with Chamath on Twitter a couple of weeks ago talking about how this AI software platform for building software using AI should definitely support export to Windows XP Service Pack 3 compatible applications. And I really am only half kidding. There is actually a lot of government hardware that is still running those, financial hardware that's still running these, mostly offline stuff. And so having apps that can run on those is actually useful. But man, it feels crazy to need a few gigabytes of RAM to have a start menu. It feels pretty crazy …” View more

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The M64 console, a tribute to the iconic Nintendo 64, is now in mass production and aims to avoid the pitfalls of previous console launches. Unlike past mistakes that left fans empty-handed, this new console will support classic and unreleased N64 games, ensuring developers can successfully market their titles. This initiative reflects a shift back to gaming's roots of innovation rather than exploitation.

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TBPN · Palmer Luckey: Why I Started My Own Bank · Feb 20, 2026

“… even met Epstein. She's like, what? And then the part that's strange. And this is where I feel for Hillary. Right. Because she has to deal with Dan Bill. And you know damn Buckle Boy Bill, Billy Boy, he, you know that man has done some stuff. I believe that he was involved. Well, I, because even in his deposition, he's not giving a whole lot of anything. He's just like, oh, yeah, I got a massage. But, like, I just, I didn't know that these girls, I didn't know that anything was happening. Yeah, I went on his plane all these times. It was all just for philanthropy. I go on a lot of rich people's …” “… not giving us anything like they're like they don't know anything about anything about anything. It's like the Nancy Guthrie case. We don't know anything about anything about anything. And I'm like, nothing. You know, nothing. I was like, I've never even met Epstein. She's like, what? And then the part that's strange. And this is where I feel for Hillary. Right. Because she has to deal with Dan Bill. And you know damn Buckle Boy Bill, Billy Boy, he, you know that man has done some stuff. I believe that he was involved. Well, I, because even in his deposition, he's not giving a whole lot of anything. He's just like, oh, yeah, I got a massage. But, like, I just, I didn't know that these girls, I didn't know that anything was happening. Yeah, I went on his plane all these times. It was all just for philanthropy. I go on a lot of rich people's planes. Like, it's all so strange. The fact that Hillary's defending him, I'm like, girl, you need to get rid of this man. He is holding you down. And you still stand by him even through the Monica Lewinsky What we need is Hillary to go on the Monica Lewinsky podcast now that Monica trying to make her comeback To me in my opinion Bill deposition …” View more

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Hillary Clinton appears visibly frustrated during Bill Clinton's depositions regarding his past connections, particularly with Jeffrey Epstein. The discussion reveals her dilemma in standing by Bill despite the controversies surrounding him, while also questioning his own statements during the depositions. The segment critiques Bill's lack of accountability and suggests that Hillary should reconsider her loyalty to him, drawing parallels to other public figures who have made similar choices.

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No Filter With Zack Peter · Clinton Depositions Pop-Off, Nancy Guthrie Reporter Affair Rumor, & $10M Defamation TikTok Judgement · Mar 04, 2026

“… but the Bible has sold far more copies overall Harry Potter series has sold over 500 million copies estimated for the Bible's around five to six billion copies How many copies of the Quran? Have been printed There's also multiple versions of the Bible and there's seven books of Harry Potter so yet There's not seven you know right right right right you could break it down. So there's 45 books in the Bible and those are also Yeah, but most people buy it as the Bible I know but there's also the King James Bible There's right and Bible and there's the Old Testament and yeah So my fewer copies …” “… than the right side of history and that accurate Yeah because these people all don want to offend these dorks in Hollywood that are out of their fucking minds enormously commercially commercially What does that mean enormously commercially successful, but the Bible has sold far more copies overall Harry Potter series has sold over 500 million copies estimated for the Bible's around five to six billion copies How many copies of the Quran? Have been printed There's also multiple versions of the Bible and there's seven books of Harry Potter so yet There's not seven you know right right right right you could break it down. So there's 45 books in the Bible and those are also Yeah, but most people buy it as the Bible I know but there's also the King James Bible There's right and Bible and there's the Old Testament and yeah So my fewer copies Harry Potter book sales are estimated to generate about seven point seven billion dollars in revenue There's not a Harry Potter in every hotel room in the country either. That's true. That's a good point. That's a good point. Yeah, they keep that Bible in that hotel room just in case. Right. That's a weird thing, right? Yeah. Why do they do that? I …” View more

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In a hilarious twist, the hosts dive into the absurdity of why Bibles are in hotel rooms, leading to a wild tangent about the Gideon family and their mysterious donation. The banter flows as they compare the sales of Harry Potter to the Bible, with one host claiming the Bible's ubiquity in hotels is just weird. The segment is packed with playful digs and comedic insights that keep listeners laughing.

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The Joe Rogan Experience · JRE MMA Show #177 - Protect Ya Neck · Apr 10, 2026

“… they can't patent bees I mean isn't that what acupuncture is like based on if they could patent bees then they would make you do it yeah yeah Bill Gates is buying all the force you you need to get it vaccinated for arthritis and it would be like arthritis is costing us so much arthritis is actually disease it's costing us so much money that's it we've patented bees so we're gonna you got you have to get stung by our bees yeah that's so funny it's like it didn't NMN didn't they start taking that off the market so they could make it prescription now or something is that true they're probably …” “… alive is that also what I remember I had my ear that look at that little motherfucker so sick honey bee sting therapy how it works okay how does it work click on this one says too risky for treating osteoarthritis I think it's oh don't be a pussy because they can't patent bees I mean isn't that what acupuncture is like based on if they could patent bees then they would make you do it yeah yeah Bill Gates is buying all the force you you need to get it vaccinated for arthritis and it would be like arthritis is costing us so much arthritis is actually disease it's costing us so much money that's it we've patented bees so we're gonna you got you have to get stung by our bees yeah that's so funny it's like it didn't NMN didn't they start taking that off the market so they could make it prescription now or something is that true they're probably trying to do a lot of that yeah yeah like always trying to keep like certain peptides from becoming legal silly yeah it's all good for people I know you're not gonna make money off of it doesn't mean it's not good for the overall human race yeah you shouldn't be able to stop products that are super beneficial just because you can't profit off of them …” View more

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Did you know that some honey can be fake? In a lively discussion, the hosts explore the fascinating world of honey, from the efficiency of honeycomb hexagons to the surprising effects of bee stings and the potential dangers of wasps. They even touch on the controversial claims surrounding local honey's health benefits and the existence of psychedelic honey, making you rethink what you know about this sweet substance.

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The Joe Rogan Experience · #2436 - Whitney Cummings · Jan 10, 2026

“Can I tell you? Yes. When I stay in a hotel, just because I think you're going to like this, I unplug the TV. Remember that Bill Burr's movie? Mm-hmm. What was it? Bad Dads? Was it called Bad Dads? Yeah, yeah. Something like that. Yeah. They talk about how some TVs can film you. So now I'm just paranoid enough. I'm like, I don't need footage of me aggressively jerking off in the internet. So I just unplug the TV. Guess who always plugs the TV back in? This guy. You're goddamn right. You're goddamn right. I also turn the clock on its face because the clocks in hotels are …” “Can I tell you? Yes. When I stay in a hotel, just because I think you're going to like this, I unplug the TV. Remember that Bill Burr's movie? Mm-hmm. What was it? Bad Dads? Was it called Bad Dads? Yeah, yeah. Something like that. Yeah. They talk about how some TVs can film you. So now I'm just paranoid enough. I'm like, I don't need footage of me aggressively jerking off in the internet. So I just unplug the TV. Guess who always plugs the TV back in? This guy. You're goddamn right. You're goddamn right. I also turn the clock on its face because the clocks in hotels are way too bright. Guess who puts it back? I make my bed before I leave the hotel. It's not because I know they're just going to strip it, but I want them to know I'm not a fucking Hannibal Lecter piece of shit. They're doing 30 rooms. And you know what else? This needs to be out there. Leave 20 bucks. If you're staying in a hotel, especially more …” View more

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In this hilarious segment, Pete Holmes shares his quirky hotel habits, like unplugging TVs to avoid being filmed during intimate moments. He humorously advocates for tipping housekeeping, comparing their hard work to that of a barista, and dives into a wild tangent about the dangers of being 'rangy' while trying to retrieve a stuck valet ticket. The absurdity of his observations and the unexpected connections he makes keep the laughter rolling.

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Adam Carolla Show · Pete Holmes Roasts Ellen and Does Al Pacino Impression · Mar 24, 2026

“… The audience thinks they got divorced. All right, I'll go with the audience. And they're right. You have to listen to the audience. They're right. Bill, how did Asif Manvi do in our quiz? Asif got two right, and that makes him a winner. Congratulations. With a little help. With a little help. We're all here to help each other. It's a community. Asif Manvi is an actor that soon you can see on Broadway in Noel Coward's Fallen Angels starring April 19th. And also, if you don't want to go out, on Peacock's The Miniature Wife, which starts streaming April 9th. Asif Manvi, what a pleasure to talk to …” “… then all the side dishes. B. They handed out cupcakes for their guests to smash on each other to join the fun or C. They got divorced. I'm going to go with the cupcakes. You're going to go with the cupcakes. The audience, you think they got divorced? The audience thinks they got divorced. All right, I'll go with the audience. And they're right. You have to listen to the audience. They're right. Bill, how did Asif Manvi do in our quiz? Asif got two right, and that makes him a winner. Congratulations. With a little help. With a little help. We're all here to help each other. It's a community. Asif Manvi is an actor that soon you can see on Broadway in Noel Coward's Fallen Angels starring April 19th. And also, if you don't want to go out, on Peacock's The Miniature Wife, which starts streaming April 9th. Asif Manvi, what a pleasure to talk to you. Thank you so much for joining us. Take care. Break legs on Broadway. Thank you. Take care. Bye-bye. In just a minute, Bill heads to space with his tonic and lime in our listener Limerick Challenge. Call 1-888-WAIT-WAIT to join us on the air. We'll be back in a minute with more of Wait, Wait, Don't Tell Me from NPR. From NPR and WBEZ Chicago, …” View more

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In a hilarious quiz segment, the panel discusses an outrageous wedding cake tradition that spirals into chaos. The punchline reveals a couple's extreme cake-smashing antics ultimately led to their divorce, leaving the audience in stitches as they weigh in on the absurdity of the situation.

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Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me! · We admire dimes and Aasif Mandvi gives breakup advice · Mar 21, 2026

“… highest sales, fourth highest sales tax, why do we have one fifth to one fourth of population under the poverty line why And now he endorsed the billionaire tax Can I you want to talk about that I would like to read a little something on that. Absolutely. I know it's at least one of your colleagues, Joseph Rao. I don't know if others helped him with this. Josh Rao. Josh Rao is a great, he's sometimes underappreciated, but he worked in the Council of Economic Advisors for Trump's first term. He's very bright and he's meticulous in citing, you know, researching, getting the data, getting it …” “… power woman finally been fired and we still haven't rebuilt Pacific palisades and you just endorsed Karen Bass, that incompetent income poop for mayor who was in Uganda while her city was burning, why do we have the highest gas taxes, income, third highest sales, fourth highest sales tax, why do we have one fifth to one fourth of population under the poverty line why And now he endorsed the billionaire tax Can I you want to talk about that I would like to read a little something on that. Absolutely. I know it's at least one of your colleagues, Joseph Rao. I don't know if others helped him with this. Josh Rao. Josh Rao is a great, he's sometimes underappreciated, but he worked in the Council of Economic Advisors for Trump's first term. He's very bright and he's meticulous in citing, you know, researching, getting the data, getting it out here. So he and a few others who may be Hoover colleagues also wrote a very long study. It's called the Fiscal Losses from California's Billionaire Tax Act. And I found this on the Hoover site today. So here's just a section of it. He says, so they ran the numbers, all kinds of possibilities if this tax goes in. He says, over 100,000 simulations …” View more

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California's proposed billionaire tax could lead to a staggering $24.7 billion loss for the state, according to a comprehensive study. The research indicates that 71% of scenarios show a negative net present value, meaning the tax would not only fail to generate revenue but also drive wealthy individuals out of the state. This situation highlights the misconception that taxing the rich will solve economic issues, as it may lead to more financial instability instead.

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Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words · Victor Davis Hanson: A US Ground War With Iran Would Be Costly and Likely Unnecessary · Mar 10, 2026

“… Buffett just said. I don't know if you heard about this Warren Buffett story, Rob. Warren Buffett just recently said, I have distanced myself from Bill Gates over the Epstein stuff. Now, these are guys that are at one point they were very good friends. Is this it, Rob? Do you know what minute it starts in or you don't have it yet? Picking some guy's pocket or proposing. I need one second. Okay, go for it. Do that. So you're right. It's happening with a lot of guys. It's just this has gotten so much national attention because, you know, you know what it makes the average guy do?” “… him yeah listen the stories are coming out Sheriff Grady And so this is, you know, regularly, you know, we see the stories and more and more emails are coming out to more and more embarrassment to a lot of heavyweights that you heard about what Warren Buffett just said. I don't know if you heard about this Warren Buffett story, Rob. Warren Buffett just recently said, I have distanced myself from Bill Gates over the Epstein stuff. Now, these are guys that are at one point they were very good friends. Is this it, Rob? Do you know what minute it starts in or you don't have it yet? Picking some guy's pocket or proposing. I need one second. Okay, go for it. Do that. So you're right. It's happening with a lot of guys. It's just this has gotten so much national attention because, you know, you know what it makes the average guy do?” View more

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Warren Buffett has officially distanced himself from Bill Gates due to the latter's connections to Jeffrey Epstein. This surprising shift highlights the significant impact of Epstein's scandal on high-profile relationships, even among the wealthiest and most influential figures in America. The fallout raises questions about trust and accountability in elite circles.

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PBD Podcast · Inside the Mind of America’s Toughest Sheriff | Grady Judd Unfiltered | PBD #744 · Apr 09, 2026

“… the technology. In the wake of Sora ending, Disney announced that they had cancelled the partnership and will not be following through with their billion-dollar investment into OpenAI. Still, the split seems amicable enough, with Disney commenting in a statement, As the nascent AI field advances rapidly, we respect OpenAI's decision to exit the video generation business and to shift its priorities elsewhere. We appreciate the constructive collaboration between our teams and what we learned from it, and we will continue to engage with AI platforms to find new ways to meet fans where they are, …” “Speaking of which, one bit of fallout from the end of Sora is the end of the deal with Disney. You might remember that after the Sora launched last October, instead of suing OpenAI, Disney chose to partner with them and plan to do more with the technology. In the wake of Sora ending, Disney announced that they had cancelled the partnership and will not be following through with their billion-dollar investment into OpenAI. Still, the split seems amicable enough, with Disney commenting in a statement, As the nascent AI field advances rapidly, we respect OpenAI's decision to exit the video generation business and to shift its priorities elsewhere. We appreciate the constructive collaboration between our teams and what we learned from it, and we will continue to engage with AI platforms to find new ways to meet fans where they are, while responsibly embracing new technologies that respect IP and the rights of creators. Now one part of the response to Sora ending from some parts of the community was dancing on the grave The Primeagen writes Good Sora accelerated one of the worst aspects of the new AI economy Absolutely horrible thing for OpenAI to create This of course relates …” View more

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The cancellation of Sora reflects a necessary pivot for OpenAI, but opinions are divided on whether this marks a failure or a strategic realignment in the AI video space.

The discontinuation of Sora reflects a strategic pivot by OpenAI, with some viewing it as a necessary failure for growth, while others criticize it as a misguided venture.

The discontinuation of Sora reflects both a strategic pivot by OpenAI and a broader misunderstanding of the AI video space's potential.

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The AI Daily Brief: Artificial Intelligence News and Analysis · Work AGI is the Only AGI that Matters · Mar 25, 2026

“… Epstein was doing I mean he was he was the best at finding these offshore banking communities using Cayman you know fronts and and washing you know billions and billions of dollars for the wealthiest people in the world and he so much as says that in the in the docks that he is a representative of them he obviously isn't only a representative of them I mean he obviously has humongous ties to Leslie Wexner and you know a lot of other people and obviously had his hands in you know he was distributing money for Bill Gates you know who also invested in MIT on behalf of him he was obviously all over …” “… there as well but like these banking dynasties these these infrastructure dynasties the Rockefellers these the you know they don't they don't just disappear they didn't lose all of their money they got guys like Epstein to hide it and that's what Epstein was doing I mean he was he was the best at finding these offshore banking communities using Cayman you know fronts and and washing you know billions and billions of dollars for the wealthiest people in the world and he so much as says that in the in the docks that he is a representative of them he obviously isn't only a representative of them I mean he obviously has humongous ties to Leslie Wexner and you know a lot of other people and obviously had his hands in you know he was distributing money for Bill Gates you know who also invested in MIT on behalf of him he was obviously all over the PayPal mafia through Peter Thiel and Reid Hoffman and you know was investing money in Thiel's valor you know his fun there like I don't think there is one answer of who he worked for I think he was the best at you know brokering power and blackmailing was a part of it but I think it was mostly a money manager and finding ways you know working …” View more

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Jeffrey Epstein was not just a financier but a key player in a shadowy network of global elites, managing and laundering vast sums for the wealthiest families. His connections spanned from the Rothschilds to the Trump administration, revealing a complex web of influence that continues to shape our world. Understanding Epstein's role is crucial to deciphering the chaos in today's political and financial landscapes.

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What Bitcoin Did · The Epstein Files: What They Reveal About Bitcoin & The Dollar System | Mark Goodwin · Feb 13, 2026

“… gets on Adderall and starts getting 85s. I was like bro how are you figuring this out I'm studying I would go home look at this shit Fuck Bill you are the fucking I'm not getting the fence I'm trying to explain to you his situation I'm trying to literally show you how stupid this was I was in phase one They get rid of it freshman year Because it's a college Dude that's what you're talking about What you're saying You're not known for phase one I sorry surrounded by geniuses I dumb as fuck I just waiting on the chair My ass is in the jackpot. I have a 2-7. He loves my ass is in the …” “… to you the situation. Freshman year, there was a phase one. Senior. It was tough. My one boy was dumb as shit with me, and then he got on Adderall and started passing everything. Me and my one boy were like 65, 70s every class or every test. This motherfucker gets on Adderall and starts getting 85s. I was like bro how are you figuring this out I'm studying I would go home look at this shit Fuck Bill you are the fucking I'm not getting the fence I'm trying to explain to you his situation I'm trying to literally show you how stupid this was I was in phase one They get rid of it freshman year Because it's a college Dude that's what you're talking about What you're saying You're not known for phase one I sorry surrounded by geniuses I dumb as fuck I just waiting on the chair My ass is in the jackpot. I have a 2-7. He loves my ass is in the jackpot. I think right now it's a clip of all time. Did you put it in season two? I don't know if it made it. He saw that clip and was like, I need to say my ass is in the jackpot. Yeah, that's nice. He said it like five different scenes He's using new slang I like that I was so bad at math When I went to Drexel That the math class that I was in If …” View more

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In this hilarious segment, one podcaster reveals how his friend aced math after starting Adderall while he struggled with a 2.7 GPA. The absurdity of failing statistics three times at different universities and the relatable pain of academic pressure make this a must-listen. The comedic timing and self-deprecating humor shine through as they share their college experiences.

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Matt and Shane's Secret Podcast · Ep 604 - Tyler Gerben (feat. Steve Gerben, Dan Soder, Billy & Spud) · Mar 20, 2026

“… I don't think people really understand. He was kind of in the neocon world when he first, you know, started out in journalism and he was working for Bill Crystal. And he felt betrayed and used by Bill Crystal because, as I said, he's incredibly charismatic and great on air. And so he felt, and he's a great writer, so he felt Bill Crystal used him to prosecute the Iraq war, which he now realised afterwards was a huge mistake. He had a friend die there and he just beats himself up about it all the time. But, I mean, he's not alone. I feel exactly the same way. I think a lot of us were hoodwinked …” “… you know, mysterious circumstances, let's say. and so I was close to him but I don't recognise what's happened with his, you know, podcast now because I think, you know, he comes from a good place which is he genuinely is Angie Ward to a point that I don't think people really understand. He was kind of in the neocon world when he first, you know, started out in journalism and he was working for Bill Crystal. And he felt betrayed and used by Bill Crystal because, as I said, he's incredibly charismatic and great on air. And so he felt, and he's a great writer, so he felt Bill Crystal used him to prosecute the Iraq war, which he now realised afterwards was a huge mistake. He had a friend die there and he just beats himself up about it all the time. But, I mean, he's not alone. I feel exactly the same way. I think a lot of us were hoodwinked into that. And therefore, you know, there's a whole generation of people, Pete Hegseth talks about it, who are very leery of war, very different from the people who tricked us into the Iraq war. So I think Tucker comes from a good place, an honest place. But what's happened, I think, was at Fox, he had an incredible crew around him. He had Justin …” View more

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Tucker Carlson's transition from Fox News to podcasting reveals a struggle between his immense talent and the isolation he faces. Once surrounded by a talented team, his new direction has led to controversial content and a potential ego trap, raising questions about the role of journalists in political discourse. The conversation dives into the complexities of fame, journalism, and the impact of podcasting on credibility.

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The Rubin Report · Deep State Sleeper Cells & Never-Before-Told Hunter Biden Laptop Details Revealed | Miranda Devine · Mar 14, 2026

“… How did you? He just looks like he's just got his life together. Idris Elba. That's a good one. That's what I'm talking about. Yeah. Ant? I think Bill Bird is a pilot. Yeah, he flies helicopters, I think. I would better than. He said we all have the same training. Oh. Yeah. It doesn't matter the helicopter or plane or anything. Everyone has the same. I would also – I would put Bill Burr on my – I'm a little worried here. Why? Because I can see him, like, just being pissed about something. Like, he's flying to, like, Buffalo, and he's just like, fuck this place. Yeah. You know what I mean? So …” “… I'm thinking, though, who is responsible enough to be an awesome plane lander? Like, gives off responsible, too. Daveed Diggs. You know who Daveed Diggs is? No. From Hamilton. Oh, yeah. He would be. I feel like he would be good at landing a plane. How did you? He just looks like he's just got his life together. Idris Elba. That's a good one. That's what I'm talking about. Yeah. Ant? I think Bill Bird is a pilot. Yeah, he flies helicopters, I think. I would better than. He said we all have the same training. Oh. Yeah. It doesn't matter the helicopter or plane or anything. Everyone has the same. I would also – I would put Bill Burr on my – I'm a little worried here. Why? Because I can see him, like, just being pissed about something. Like, he's flying to, like, Buffalo, and he's just like, fuck this place. Yeah. You know what I mean? So who's the least? Well, Charlie Sheen's up there. And I'm talking 2006 Charlie Sheen. I'm not talking, you know, 2026. I put my dad up there. Just because I've been in the car with him a lot, and I know that he likes to do everything except drive. Yeah? You don't like that as a driver? He's a good driver. We've never been in an accident, or at least …” View more

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In a hilarious twist, the hosts debate which celebrities they'd trust to land a plane, leading to unexpected picks like Matt Damon and Idris Elba. The banter escalates as they consider the least trustworthy candidates, with Charlie Sheen and the Paul brothers making the list, prompting laughs and wild reasoning.

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The Basement Yard · #547 - A Scientist Joins The Show · Mar 23, 2026

“… you know, grew up in a classic upper middle class, you know, New Jersey household, very close to his parents and his family. And then, you know, Bill Gates, you know, his father was a lion of the, you know, Seattle establishments, and he went to all the best, you know, prep schools in Harvard. And, you know, again, as far as I know, had a perfectly great childhood. People who knew both of those guys in their teenage years said, like, these are driven guys. You know, it's very core to their origin stories. And so like you just, you have to be open to the idea that some people are just born that …” “… something about, you know, maybe trauma in the background that explains that. Having said that, some of the best founders in history have no trace of trauma in their background that I can tell. And I'll just give you two examples. Zuckerberg is one who, you know, grew up in a classic upper middle class, you know, New Jersey household, very close to his parents and his family. And then, you know, Bill Gates, you know, his father was a lion of the, you know, Seattle establishments, and he went to all the best, you know, prep schools in Harvard. And, you know, again, as far as I know, had a perfectly great childhood. People who knew both of those guys in their teenage years said, like, these are driven guys. You know, it's very core to their origin stories. And so like you just, you have to be open to the idea that some people are just born that way. What's your primal reason today for continuing to build Andreessen with the ferocity and ambition that you still have? Well, of course, that would require introspection. I don't know if I'm going to give you a great answer to that. I'll tell you what I tell myself is at this point, what I tell myself is I'm sort of competing with myself. I am …” View more

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Many successful founders are driven by a primal ambition that goes beyond monetary gain; they often channel past traumas into their relentless pursuit of achievement. Marc Andreessen argues that while some founders like Zuckerberg and Gates may not have obvious trauma, a deep intrinsic motivation is often what keeps them fighting through adversity. This drive to create something meaningful can stem from personal pain, leading to extraordinary success.

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The a16z Show · Marc Andreessen on Evaluating Founders and AI's Consumer Surplus · Mar 30, 2026

“… of them will even consider relocating or changing their plans in terms of where they site their data center so they don't have to curtail. Senate Bill 6 in Texas is kind of like an example of that, where if you're kind of 70 megawatts and over, you need to have the ability to curtail. And other states are adopting like similar measures as well. And so like you can move where you don't have to have that kind of restriction. But then you're still probably time to power is still an issue for you. Big batteries can help. But 30 minutes to an hour, I think, is something that you can work within in …” “And curtailment for them is something that they just do not want to do unless they are forced into it. And some of them will even consider relocating or changing their plans in terms of where they site their data center so they don't have to curtail. Senate Bill 6 in Texas is kind of like an example of that, where if you're kind of 70 megawatts and over, you need to have the ability to curtail. And other states are adopting like similar measures as well. And so like you can move where you don't have to have that kind of restriction. But then you're still probably time to power is still an issue for you. Big batteries can help. But 30 minutes to an hour, I think, is something that you can work within in terms of the data center in order to curtail. You can get really smart, and there's some solutions out there that will be profiling all of the internal jobs within a data center that is being sent to your CPU, GPU platforms. platforms and if events can be predicted like people like us we can predict an event that's on the grid that's going to like …” View more

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Data centers are adapting to energy curtailment challenges by using smart job scheduling and battery solutions, but crypto data centers exploit energy markets, causing tension.

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Catalyst with Shayle Kann · The demand stack: Turning customers into grid capacity · Mar 30, 2026

“… of anxiety comes from. I don't need to have a house or a plane or a third home or a Nobel Peace Prize or 40 million followers or an exit to impress Bill Gurley.” “… and pushback. It's the goat emojis in my Instagram posts that I have to not pay attention to. Not the, you suck, Gary, or you got lucky, or you're a snake oil. To me, it's not hearing the accolades. I'm telling you that that's where the lack of anxiety comes from. I don't need to have a house or a plane or a third home or a Nobel Peace Prize or 40 million followers or an exit to impress Bill Gurley.” View more

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Gary Vaynerchuk shares how he views loss as a challenge rather than a setback, emphasizing the importance of mindset. He discusses the role of parenting in shaping children's resilience to external validation, highlighting the need to focus on self-acceptance over peer approval. This approach is crucial for raising confident children in today's validation-driven environment.

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Silicon Valley Girl · Why You're Missing the AI Opportunity (And How to Fix It) | Gary Vee · Mar 30, 2026

“… seats and electronic systems for the automotive industry. And a lot of these companies have huge revenues and small market caps. So Lear did $23 billion in 2025 revenue. The market cap is around $5 billion. And so the business is operationally complex. I mean, on a PE ratio, it trades at, like, I think, 13 price earnings. And so, like, you have these high revenues because you're in the manufacturing business, but you're low margin. Yeah, and this has been some of the concern around VCs, investing in manufacturing businesses. Yep. And just a general concern that, you know, they might today be …” “So I wanted to dig through some stuff that could potentially be in the crosshairs for Bezos. The first is Lear. They manufacture seats and electronic systems for the automotive industry. And a lot of these companies have huge revenues and small market caps. So Lear did $23 billion in 2025 revenue. The market cap is around $5 billion. And so the business is operationally complex. I mean, on a PE ratio, it trades at, like, I think, 13 price earnings. And so, like, you have these high revenues because you're in the manufacturing business, but you're low margin. Yeah, and this has been some of the concern around VCs, investing in manufacturing businesses. Yep. And just a general concern that, you know, they might today be getting valued on a revenue multiple. Yep. But as they get to the public markets, people expect them to be valued on earnings. And that is a very different story. Lear, interestingly, not the maker of the Learjet, which sold to the Gates company, which is not affiliated with Bill Gates. I was like, is there a link here? But there's not. But …” View more

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Goodyear's market cap is only $1.8 billion despite generating $18 billion in revenue, leading to a staggering 0.1x revenue multiple. This highlights the thin margins in the tire industry and the competitive pressures they face, especially from cheaper Chinese alternatives. The company must leverage AI to optimize production and improve quality control if it hopes to attract investor interest and increase its valuation.

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TBPN · 100 Billion Bezos, SMCI Fully Sends GPUs (To China), Reddit CEO Joins | R.F. Kenmore, Mitch Lee, Bucky Moore, Steve Huffman, Quaid Walker, Ankur Jain, Michael Kratsios · Mar 20, 2026

“… if anyone else was going to try. And that's basically a poison pill. That can depress your acquisition multiple by several. So you were in the room, Bill Trenchard was in the room. We talked about this deal, and for that reason, we decided to walk away. Yeah, superhuman. I remember it like it was yesterday. You text me because I said, listen, I'm totally fine signing off on the deal with the reportive deal to LinkedIn. Whenever you sell a company, it's always best practice to get anonymous consent from your investors. Even if you don't need it, you can drag some people along. But I'm like, yeah, …” “… I think they wanted 5% of the company, which is expensive, but when you stack it up against YC and other things, it's not that expensive. And if it were for that, I would have said yes, but they also wanted an option to buy the company first if anyone else was going to try. And that's basically a poison pill. That can depress your acquisition multiple by several. So you were in the room, Bill Trenchard was in the room. We talked about this deal, and for that reason, we decided to walk away. Yeah, superhuman. I remember it like it was yesterday. You text me because I said, listen, I'm totally fine signing off on the deal with the reportive deal to LinkedIn. Whenever you sell a company, it's always best practice to get anonymous consent from your investors. Even if you don't need it, you can drag some people along. But I'm like, yeah, of course, yeah, my blessing, whatever, seven times my money. I'm cool with it. It's nice. Pay for a vacation. I want to go to his vacation. Yeah, whatever. It was okay, but you've got to remember at that point I had done Uber and Thumbtack, and I was, oh. I said, just promise me when you have your next idea, you'll just text me. I don't care what …” View more

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Investing $500K in a startup aiming to outpace Gmail seemed crazy, but it turned out to be a game-changer. The founder's vision was to create a faster email service, charging just a dollar a day, a bold move against a free giant. This investment not only paid off but became one of the biggest success stories in the venture capital world.

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This Week in Startups · The Drone Company Everyone Thought Was Illegal (Now Worth $4B+) | E2265 · Mar 20, 2026

“… that if you're awake, you are winning. And some people just stop there. Some people say, oh, I know everything about the WEF's agenda and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation and their agenda. Did you hear about 5G and what's really going on? And it's like, cool, we get it. Congratulations, pat yourself on the back. I'm awake. You're awake. We're all fucking awake in our community, at least. That does not mean you're winning. And what I actually have found is that there's a lot of people who are quote unquote awake to the lies that were being sold. And again, cool, but are you really …” “… alive. Let's make the best of it. I love that you get the whole fundamental principle of the brand. The problem that you're really referring to is it's a grand problem. But at the end of the day, what we've done is essentially conditioned people to believe that if you're awake, you are winning. And some people just stop there. Some people say, oh, I know everything about the WEF's agenda and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation and their agenda. Did you hear about 5G and what's really going on? And it's like, cool, we get it. Congratulations, pat yourself on the back. I'm awake. You're awake. We're all fucking awake in our community, at least. That does not mean you're winning. And what I actually have found is that there's a lot of people who are quote unquote awake to the lies that were being sold. And again, cool, but are you really winning or are you actually just succumbing to the same kind of fear that is essentially what we've been criticizing on the other side for so long? Because that's really what I see going on in the comment sections on Instagram, on all these awake accounts, including mine. And I really just asked myself like, damn, like, are you actually going out and …” View more

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Sports taught me invaluable life lessons like personal responsibility and resilience, far beyond what school ever could. Through training and facing adversity, I learned discipline and integrity, which fueled my relentless drive to succeed. This journey from feeling lost to achieving personal victory is a testament to the transformative power of sports.

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Right About Now - Legendary Business Advice · Stop Consuming, Start Winning: How to Build Wealth, Discipline & Freedom in Today’s World with Kaylor Betts · Mar 20, 2026

“… cities, get the cheapest hotel possible before Airbnb. And I would just hang out in the lobby with my laptop and hope to meet famous entrepreneurs, Bill Gates, Steve Jobs. And I did actually do that, Michael Dell. I would see them in the lobby. This Week in Startups is brought to you by Eru. Unify your identity, endpoint security, and compliance into a single platform. Twist listeners get 20% off when they book a demo at eroo.com slash twist. LinkedIn jobs. Hire right the first time. Post your job and get $100 off towards your job post at linkedin.com slash twist. And deal. Founders ship faster on …” “… like, well, that's some real bullshit. I can't even afford the ticket. So I used to do something called lobby crashing. And I would find out where these fancy conferences were, and I would buy the cheapest ticket possible, go in through two or three cities, get the cheapest hotel possible before Airbnb. And I would just hang out in the lobby with my laptop and hope to meet famous entrepreneurs, Bill Gates, Steve Jobs. And I did actually do that, Michael Dell. I would see them in the lobby. This Week in Startups is brought to you by Eru. Unify your identity, endpoint security, and compliance into a single platform. Twist listeners get 20% off when they book a demo at eroo.com slash twist. LinkedIn jobs. Hire right the first time. Post your job and get $100 off towards your job post at linkedin.com slash twist. And deal. Founders ship faster on deal. Set up payroll for any country in minutes and get back to building. Visit deal.com slash twist. learn more. kindness. And I never forgot it because then I was in. I was in the room where it happened. I said, you know, if I ever make it, I'm going to make a conference where all the founders come for free and they don't have to pay to be on …” View more

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In a dive bar in Palo Alto, I met a tall, handsome guy who pitched me an idea for a stock trading app aimed at millennials. Skeptical at first, I decided to invest when I realized the potential of a generation growing up using this free app. That guy turned out to be Vlad Tenev, co-founder of Robinhood, now valued at $68 billion.

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This Week in Startups · How Robinhood became a $68B company w/ Vlad Tenev · Mar 18, 2026

“… question. Yeah. And there was already this sort of like thing in the air from that generation, from the Reagan era. Right. Like, because remember, Bill Clinton in his first term, he only won 45 percent of the vote. He didn't even have a majority of people. Typical Clinton behavior, stealing an election. You know, those people. Day one, it was Limbaugh was talking about impeachment on day one. Do you get dizzy watching the same things happening over and over again like this? Well just to take a tangent in 04 on Air America I got to interview with Janine Garofalo Gore Vidal multiple times And he …” “… who have now since just gone off the deep end. I mean, do you feel like that that experiencing like that kind of, you know, environment throughout your life that does create paranoia naturally? Right. Like that's not totally out of control out of the question. Yeah. And there was already this sort of like thing in the air from that generation, from the Reagan era. Right. Like, because remember, Bill Clinton in his first term, he only won 45 percent of the vote. He didn't even have a majority of people. Typical Clinton behavior, stealing an election. You know, those people. Day one, it was Limbaugh was talking about impeachment on day one. Do you get dizzy watching the same things happening over and over again like this? Well just to take a tangent in 04 on Air America I got to interview with Janine Garofalo Gore Vidal multiple times And he would come in and he had just written The United States of Amnesia And his whole argument was like, this country doesn't remember anything, like nothing. And I couldn't fully grasp what he meant until I see like the reformation of George Bush. and I mean, you know, all the like the Lynn Cheney. I mean, like nobody remembers anything. It's so …” View more

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9/11 marked a significant turning point in American society, triggering mass radicalization among older generations. This event, combined with a lifetime of Cold War paranoia, contributed to a growing sense of distrust and conspiracy thinking, particularly among boomers who witnessed these shifts firsthand. Understanding this context helps clarify why some individuals have spiraled into extreme beliefs in today's media landscape.

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Panic World · Boomer brain rot started long before Facebook · Mar 18, 2026

“… You'll get to the end of work faster. This is what underlies, because the next paragraph of this article is one I already mentioned where it's like Bill Gates, Jamie Dimon, Elon Musk, they're all saying work's going to be optional. People are going to work less, not more. People are going to have 20-hour, 15-hour work weeks. And it's all kind of premised under this idea that there's a finite pool of work that has to be done. And if you can more efficiently drink that pool of work then you get to the end and it dry up And then hey you won have to do work anymore And that isn that great We all working …” “That if you can do work more productively, it means that you can chip away at the finite amount of work that there is to do. And if you can do that faster, that means that you'll get to the end faster. You'll get to the end of work faster. This is what underlies, because the next paragraph of this article is one I already mentioned where it's like Bill Gates, Jamie Dimon, Elon Musk, they're all saying work's going to be optional. People are going to work less, not more. People are going to have 20-hour, 15-hour work weeks. And it's all kind of premised under this idea that there's a finite pool of work that has to be done. And if you can more efficiently drink that pool of work then you get to the end and it dry up And then hey you won have to do work anymore And that isn that great We all working to this finite endpoint of work But that's not how work works, right? That's not how work as labor. Labor here is a political economic relationship between a working class that sells its labor and laboring power to a capitalist class, right? So work might be a finite thing where there's a certain amount of work that you need to do to reproduce your …” View more

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Many believe that AI will reduce workloads, leading to shorter work weeks. However, the reality is that labor is an infinite resource driven by profit, meaning that as we become more efficient, we end up doing more work, not less. This misconception stems from viewing work as a finite task list, rather than understanding labor as a dynamic relationship that expands to fill available capacity.

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This Machine Kills · 449. Efficiently Drowning in Work · Mar 17, 2026

“… mark right now. So a lot of what you're seeing happening in the markets is trading around the sentiment towards that coalition. Moving on, in 2010, billionaires led by Bill and Melinda Gates and Warren Buffett signed a giving pledge promising to donate the majority of their wealth to charitable causes. But many who signed may have been crossing their fingers behind their back because the giving hasn't quite materialized. Signups have slowed to a trickle and some are backing out altogether. The New York Times did a deep dive into the origin of the pledge and its subsequent fall from grace. Times …” “… that $100 barrel margin. And then also stock futures are slightly down right now. It really is kind of tied around if Trump and these countries, NATO countries, can kind of get this coalition to escort ships to the strait, which is the big question mark right now. So a lot of what you're seeing happening in the markets is trading around the sentiment towards that coalition. Moving on, in 2010, billionaires led by Bill and Melinda Gates and Warren Buffett signed a giving pledge promising to donate the majority of their wealth to charitable causes. But many who signed may have been crossing their fingers behind their back because the giving hasn't quite materialized. Signups have slowed to a trickle and some are backing out altogether. The New York Times did a deep dive into the origin of the pledge and its subsequent fall from grace. Times reporter Teddy Schleifer emphasizes how of the moment it was, signing the pledge was fashionable in the early days, bringing positive media coverage and helping those who gave back earn the label of, quote, good billionaire. Aaron Horvath, a sociologist who has also studied the giving pledge, called it a time capsule of that era, but now it feels …” View more

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The Giving Pledge, once a hallmark of billionaire philanthropy, is losing its allure as sign-ups dwindle dramatically. In just a decade, the number of new pledges has plummeted from 113 to only four in 2024, reflecting a shift in attitudes among the ultra-rich, particularly in the tech sector. This decline raises questions about the future of wealth distribution as the top 1% now holds as much wealth as the bottom 90% combined.

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Morning Brew Daily · War Puts Dubai’s Dreams in Jeopardy & Billionaires Sour on The Giving Pledge · Mar 17, 2026

“… a whole bunch of political consultants saying, hey, don't run that. They're going to know you're Jewish. I'm like, I think they know I'm Jewish. But Bill, I share that with you because after we ran that, I'd show up in North Philly, and folks would tell me about their iftar after Ramadan. They were excited to share that with me. I'd show up in rural communities where I might increase the Jewish population by 100% when I'd get there, and they'd tell me about what lunch is like after church on Sundays. The point I'm making is that I believe people are good, and they are decent, and they want to …” “… show who I am, what motivates me to serve, which is family and faith. And the first ad was my family and I doing what we do nearly every Friday night, which was sitting around the Sabbath dinner table having a meal together. We ran that ad despite a whole bunch of political consultants saying, hey, don't run that. They're going to know you're Jewish. I'm like, I think they know I'm Jewish. But Bill, I share that with you because after we ran that, I'd show up in North Philly, and folks would tell me about their iftar after Ramadan. They were excited to share that with me. I'd show up in rural communities where I might increase the Jewish population by 100% when I'd get there, and they'd tell me about what lunch is like after church on Sundays. The point I'm making is that I believe people are good, and they are decent, and they want to know who you are at a deep level, and when you are open with them, they're more apt to be open with you. I won that election, got more votes than anybody in the history of Pennsylvania running for governor. Because I'm proud of who I am. I'm proud of what motivates me to serve, and I'm proud of my faith. Professor Gamm, what do you make of that …” View more

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Governor Josh Shapiro believes that being open about his Jewish faith can combat rising anti-Semitism in America. He shared how his personal experiences during his campaign led to positive connections with diverse communities, demonstrating that people are fundamentally good when they understand each other. His approach helped him win the election with unprecedented support in Pennsylvania.

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Connections Podcast · Could University of Rochester graduate Josh Shapiro be the next U.S. president? · Mar 16, 2026

“… okay, allows that. I didn't want to do this podcast. I like the podcast. I love being on your podcast with your daughter. It was a lot of fun. I did Billy Bush when I was out there. But I didn't want to do it because I'm a hard news guy, essentially. I'm a gatherer of information, and I disseminate it, and it's been very successful for me. But my younger staff demanding, A, that I humiliate myself with we'll do it live title, and that I do this once a week with interesting people that they want to get to know. And that is what's happening here.” “… of social media is that it allows the folks, I call them, to get to know people that they see in the entertainment, sports, political world much better. and there is a tremendous hunger for that. I want to know this person better. This format, okay, allows that. I didn't want to do this podcast. I like the podcast. I love being on your podcast with your daughter. It was a lot of fun. I did Billy Bush when I was out there. But I didn't want to do it because I'm a hard news guy, essentially. I'm a gatherer of information, and I disseminate it, and it's been very successful for me. But my younger staff demanding, A, that I humiliate myself with we'll do it live title, and that I do this once a week with interesting people that they want to get to know. And that is what's happening here.” View more

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Bill O'Reilly reveals that despite being a hard news guy, he was pushed into the podcasting world by his younger staff's desire to connect with audiences on a personal level. This shift reflects a growing trend where social media allows fans to get to know celebrities beyond their public personas. O'Reilly's podcast, titled 'We'll Do It LIVE!', exemplifies this new format that satisfies the audience's hunger for authenticity.

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Bill O’Reilly’s No Spin News and Analysis · We'll Do It LIVE! — Howie Mandel · Apr 09, 2026

“… nobody never gonna love you like i love you i'm a great friend i'm just not friendly. I'm a great friend, though. Everybody say they say them Kevin Gates hugs be different. What's your sign? I'm the best sign in the world, silly. Let me guess. You know what I am? What? What you about to say? You know what I sign? I think he is. Just tell me. Just say it. I think he's a Libra. False. No. I thought he was Libra like you. Wait, let me get one more guess. Please give me one more guess. I was a Libra.” “… for something, they say no. or don't make excuses for anything just be like i know and there's no reason love should be reciprocated the way that i give it i love hard my my i wear my emotions on my sleeve i love hard everybody see it but hey ain't nobody never gonna love you like i love you i'm a great friend i'm just not friendly. I'm a great friend, though. Everybody say they say them Kevin Gates hugs be different. What's your sign? I'm the best sign in the world, silly. Let me guess. You know what I am? What? What you about to say? You know what I sign? I think he is. Just tell me. Just say it. I think he's a Libra. False. No. I thought he was Libra like you. Wait, let me get one more guess. Please give me one more guess. I was a Libra.” View more

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Kevin Gates reveals how embracing vulnerability transformed his spiritual journey, allowing him to connect deeply with himself and others. He shares personal insights on the power of semen retention and its impact on his life. This candid discussion highlights the importance of authenticity in personal growth.

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Club Shay Shay · Kevin Gates Educates Us On The Power Of Semen Retention, Being An Angel, & His Spiritual Journey · Mar 30, 2026

“… Adam, but it's a good idea. Maybe I could get the backroom guys if they would like to follow up. And we have a new open for this program, of course. Bill in Grand Rapids. Hi, Bill. What's on your mind today? Hey, DP. First time, long time, 6'3", 265. I go back with you all the way to the day with dibs. I just want to reach out and thank you for the Bo Jackson interview over the Super Bowl. That interview quite possibly saved my life this week. I had a little bit of a rash that had developed. Had my primary care doctor check it. he sent me on my way with some topical solution. By Sunday, the rash …” “… guys going to do like a little new version of it? Maybe get the Sandman or Wes Anderson to direct a new version of it? And will it be worthy of the greatest intros and TV shows of all time, up there with Fresh Prince or The Sopranos? I don't know, Adam, but it's a good idea. Maybe I could get the backroom guys if they would like to follow up. And we have a new open for this program, of course. Bill in Grand Rapids. Hi, Bill. What's on your mind today? Hey, DP. First time, long time, 6'3", 265. I go back with you all the way to the day with dibs. I just want to reach out and thank you for the Bo Jackson interview over the Super Bowl. That interview quite possibly saved my life this week. I had a little bit of a rash that had developed. Had my primary care doctor check it. he sent me on my way with some topical solution. By Sunday, the rash had spread pretty aggressively down into my legs. I took it upon myself to get myself to urgent care, and by 9.30 that night, I was in the ER with 20 docs surrounding me because my platelet count was down to 4,000. If you're at that level, a small cut or a bump on the head could be the end of things. So thanks so much to you and to Beau for making …” View more

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A listener credits a Bo Jackson interview with saving his life after a serious health scare. After a rash spread rapidly, he ended up in the ER with dangerously low platelet counts. This segment emphasizes the importance of early health screenings, encouraging listeners not to wait until it's too late.

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The Dan Patrick Show · Hour 2 – Unnecessary Dres Codes, Will Wade Back at LSU · Mar 26, 2026

“… time, and Mueller had attended the weddings of Barr's daughters, and their wives attend Bible study together. which leads to some questions about Bill Barr. I'm told that people close to Mueller, I mean he was such a man in such dignity, he never, to my knowledge attacked Barr, he testified for Congress maybe I can't remember, he may have implicitly criticized him, he certainly didn't go around giving speeches, he could have the next few years before his health took a real turn for the worse you know, being a leader of the criticism of Trump or he thought he had done his job he had returned …” “Mueller leaves behind two daughters and three grandchildren. I just pulled this up. It's interesting. He also had known Barr for a long time, and Mueller had attended the weddings of Barr's daughters, and their wives attend Bible study together. which leads to some questions about Bill Barr. I'm told that people close to Mueller, I mean he was such a man in such dignity, he never, to my knowledge attacked Barr, he testified for Congress maybe I can't remember, he may have implicitly criticized him, he certainly didn't go around giving speeches, he could have the next few years before his health took a real turn for the worse you know, being a leader of the criticism of Trump or he thought he had done his job he had returned to public service for that one last thing and he really was quiet and no book. So that, again, shows the kind of impressive dignity. I'll just say one maybe personal thing. I didn't, I met him a few times in Washington. I didn't really know him. I spoke at St. John's Church, which is the church right at Lafayette Square, which, you know, near the …” View more

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Robert Mueller, the former FBI director, maintained an impressive dignity throughout his career, never publicly attacking those he disagreed with, including Bill Barr. Despite the tumultuous political climate, he chose to remain silent and focused on his public service, reflecting a commitment to honor and character. This quiet strength speaks volumes about the kind of leader he was, especially in contrast to the chaos surrounding him.

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Bulwark Takes · Trump Celebrates Robert Mueller’s Death · Mar 21, 2026

“… the question is, is waiting longer going to produce a better result? We've we've waited to two months. The political environment is worse for the bill than it was two months ago. And we essentially had the same deal on the table and the same lack of votes for a better deal for crypto on yield. So my thought is this deal is not going to get better with time. And if this bill doesn't pass this year, you're ending up potentially with a much worse bill overall for everyone if there is one next year. How does this affect Circle and Coinbase directly? Obviously, we saw stock prices yesterday just …” “… see a draft come out ahead of that markup vote probably in a couple of weeks. We don't have that deal on yield yet, Right. We're still and now we're getting articles just coming out today suggesting that Coinbase is not on board with it. And I think the question is, is waiting longer going to produce a better result? We've we've waited to two months. The political environment is worse for the bill than it was two months ago. And we essentially had the same deal on the table and the same lack of votes for a better deal for crypto on yield. So my thought is this deal is not going to get better with time. And if this bill doesn't pass this year, you're ending up potentially with a much worse bill overall for everyone if there is one next year. How does this affect Circle and Coinbase directly? Obviously, we saw stock prices yesterday just on the hint that there wasn't going to be a deal on the table. Well, so the text that sort of has percolated around, right, so it hasn't been distributed yet, but I think people have seen elements of it, really looks at basically restrictions on affiliates, right? So Genius prevented issuers from paying yield, but allowed third-party affiliates like …” View more

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The fate of the Clarity Act could reshape the crypto landscape, with potential restrictions on stablecoin yields threatening major players like Circle and Coinbase. If the bill doesn't pass this year, the industry could face even harsher regulations next year, making the stakes incredibly high. As political support dwindles, the urgency for a favorable outcome intensifies.

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The Paul Barron Crypto Show · Banks Crash CLARITY!!!🚨Coinbase EXITS Support🔥 · Mar 25, 2026

“… last year, they should be able to track that back to an individual user. I don't know. I don't know the details of it. Maybe, but they've said low billions of revenue, but it is just interesting because maybe you know this. I, looking through the history of the computer, have never seen a point when everybody was just screaming that something that didn't work would work. Yeah. Wow. It's hard to remember something that has been this hyped. Again, I always try to approach this with an open mind because I am older, so I tend to be more cynical with experience, but yeah, I shrug and I'm like, I …” “… you gave them the demographic data they needed to target. Right. Right. I don't know how much they're collecting, but if they can still say, well, I know everything that you're interested in, everything that you've been talking about for the last year, they should be able to track that back to an individual user. I don't know. I don't know the details of it. Maybe, but they've said low billions of revenue, but it is just interesting because maybe you know this. I, looking through the history of the computer, have never seen a point when everybody was just screaming that something that didn't work would work. Yeah. Wow. It's hard to remember something that has been this hyped. Again, I always try to approach this with an open mind because I am older, so I tend to be more cynical with experience, but yeah, I shrug and I'm like, I don't quite understand the big deal here. It doesn't seem to really do what it's supposed to do. I mean, I'm still, Gemini has voiced it on me every day when I try to do Google searches and it's nearly almost always slightly wrong, which is kind of worse than being completely wrong because it lulls you into this false sense of security and you're …” View more

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The current AI hype may be masking a deeper societal issue, with industry leaders experiencing a 'psychosis' that distorts reality. As technology evolves, the skepticism from younger generations suggests that AI might not be the revolutionary force many claim it to be. This could signal the end of one technological era and the beginning of another, raising questions about the future of innovation.

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Better Offline · Working In The Dot Com Bubble ft. Matt Rosoff · Jan 26, 2026

“… the Browns head coaching job. The Jags OC Grant Yudinsky has withdrawn from consideration as head coaching position, but is still pursuing the Bills head coaching job. Mike McDaniel decided that he would rather go down the ladder and expected to be the Chargers OC than the Browns head job. And Chris Shuler, who's the DC for the Rams, reportedly passed on a requested meeting from the Browns. The Browns now have interviewed commanders running back Anthony Lynn Saturday, former head coach of the Chargers. Ocho, when a coach would rather stay coordinators, then go take that job. Does that …” “There are 32 NFL head coaching jobs, but apparently nobody wants to be coach to Browns. Another coach passed on taking the Browns head coaching job. The Jags OC Grant Yudinsky has withdrawn from consideration as head coaching position, but is still pursuing the Bills head coaching job. Mike McDaniel decided that he would rather go down the ladder and expected to be the Chargers OC than the Browns head job. And Chris Shuler, who's the DC for the Rams, reportedly passed on a requested meeting from the Browns. The Browns now have interviewed commanders running back Anthony Lynn Saturday, former head coach of the Chargers. Ocho, when a coach would rather stay coordinators, then go take that job. Does that speak to the dysfunction that is actually going on in Cleveland? It speaks to the dysfunction, but I got into it with some Browns fans today on Twitter. I mean, obviously, we had some dialogue back and forth. And I said, you know, three coaches pulled out, and they said, well, those coaches pulled out because they know they weren't getting the job. And …” View more

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No one wants to coach the Cleveland Browns, and it's not just bad luck. Recent candidates, including Jaguars OC Grant Yudinsky and Rams DC Chris Shuler, have opted out, signaling deep-rooted dysfunction within the organization. With a lack of stability and control, potential coaches prefer to remain coordinators rather than take on the challenging Browns position.

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Club Shay Shay · Nightcap Hour 1: Shedeur Sanders NAMED to NFL PRO BOWL + Cleveland Browns in COACHING LIMBO + Seahawks Tariq Woolen joins NIGHTCAP · Jan 27, 2026

“… pressure to keep a case against Jeffrey Epstein from going forward, then fine, let's convict him too. I don't have any personal. No one cares. Oh, Bill Clinton's implicated. No Democrat. I don't care. Lock him up. Yeah.” “… And I would say two things. Then this is just me personally, not a legal expert. I would say, first of all, if it is in fact proven, and I think we should investigate it, that any of the recent presidents suppressed evidence that, or allowed pressure to keep a case against Jeffrey Epstein from going forward, then fine, let's convict him too. I don't have any personal. No one cares. Oh, Bill Clinton's implicated. No Democrat. I don't care. Lock him up. Yeah.” View more

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The current president is heavily implicated in Epstein-related files, which may explain the lack of thorough investigation into Trump-era corruption.

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Wait a Second... · The Mysterious Death of Jeffrey Epstein, With Jena Friedman · Apr 09, 2026

“… a Democrat. He's a Republican today. All right. Okay, we go here this way. Who comes? All right, Ford. All right, Nixon. All right, everyone. Okay, Bill Clinton. Good. Economy was fine. Okay. All right, Bush. Obama. Trump. AOC. Oh, God. No, no. Don't say, oh, God. That's what's going to happen. Yeah. And that only hell, the only reason he goes AOC is because they work right. They're going to come at me. show who the fuck around you you're pro this all you do taking the money all this stuff i think i need seven thousand dollars but you're gonna get aoc and you're the campaign managers you know …” “… stay that way, guess who gets elected? And Newsom and AOC. You know how the pendulum goes like this? Okay, typically here's how it goes. So the pendulum goes, I had a reasonable Democrat. Okay, we got a reasonable Democrat, John F. Kennedy. He's not a Democrat. He's a Republican today. All right. Okay, we go here this way. Who comes? All right, Ford. All right, Nixon. All right, everyone. Okay, Bill Clinton. Good. Economy was fine. Okay. All right, Bush. Obama. Trump. AOC. Oh, God. No, no. Don't say, oh, God. That's what's going to happen. Yeah. And that only hell, the only reason he goes AOC is because they work right. They're going to come at me. show who the fuck around you you're pro this all you do taking the money all this stuff i think i need seven thousand dollars but you're gonna get aoc and you're the campaign managers you know who you are you're helping around you're helping that'll never happen in america okay yeah mom donny islamist communist you know who you know wife is liking post of the girl that was being raped and destroyed by Hamas. You're liking, that's the white, that's the first lady of the mayor of the financial capital of the world. Oh, yeah, yeah. But Pat, …” View more

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If the 'woke right' flips their positions before the 2028 election, we could see a Democrat president like Newsom or AOC take office. This is because their support for traditional values could sway the political pendulum back towards the left, especially if they only act for profit. The stakes are high, and the outcome could reshape America's future dramatically.

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PBD Podcast · CIA Targets Tucker + Trump's WARNING To NATO | PBD #760 · Mar 16, 2026

“… that lens, he said. What we do know is that a significant number of powerful men, our current president, some of his cabinet secretaries, tech billionaires like Elon Musk, Bill Gates, and others, were very mixed up with Epstein at different times. And Epstein seems to have been very mixed up with Russia. We also know that there is a cover-up afoot at the Department of Justice, he continued, where officials are trying to shield Trump from something in the Epstein files. One of the great forces that Washington runs on is normalcy bias, he said. But he suggested looking past that bias to note …” “… that Epstein might have been working with Russian operatives, but emphasized that we don't know. Epstein was an inveterate liar and a criminal who often sought to exaggerate his power and influence, and the Epstein files need to be viewed through that lens, he said. What we do know is that a significant number of powerful men, our current president, some of his cabinet secretaries, tech billionaires like Elon Musk, Bill Gates, and others, were very mixed up with Epstein at different times. And Epstein seems to have been very mixed up with Russia. We also know that there is a cover-up afoot at the Department of Justice, he continued, where officials are trying to shield Trump from something in the Epstein files. One of the great forces that Washington runs on is normalcy bias, he said. But he suggested looking past that bias to note that we have links with Russia, girls from Russia, money from Russia, people from Russia, deals and transactions with Russia, contacts with people with Russian intelligence, news reports exploring contacts with Russia, and an official investigation from the government of Poland into an Epstein-Russia connection. Yesterday, Noah Robertson, Ellen …” View more

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There are alarming allegations that Trump may be shielded from damaging connections to Russian operatives linked to Jeffrey Epstein's criminal activities. Epstein's network, which included powerful figures, raises questions about the extent of foreign influence in American politics. This potential cover-up highlights the intersection of power, crime, and international relations that could have profound implications.

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Letters from an American · What Motivates Trump? · Mar 08, 2026

“… I'm not saying sufficient. I'm saying that they've done better than that. And even then, there's been no accountability. Think about the fact that Bill Gates, one of the 10 richest people in the world is profoundly humiliated right now He basically socially ruined by everything that come out The richest man in the world Elon Musk he got embarrassed by what came out of the files because of the exchanges he was having with Epstein's team. I believe the general counsel of Goldman Sachs, I think, got forced out of his job. That's a pretty elite position. What I would say, and what the president warned …” “… broadly in agreement we want them prosecuted, but we do disagree a bit on what's sufficient disclosure. I would say, I would first of all point out that we have more Epstein transparency now by about two orders of magnitude maybe than we had before. I'm not saying sufficient. I'm saying that they've done better than that. And even then, there's been no accountability. Think about the fact that Bill Gates, one of the 10 richest people in the world is profoundly humiliated right now He basically socially ruined by everything that come out The richest man in the world Elon Musk he got embarrassed by what came out of the files because of the exchanges he was having with Epstein's team. I believe the general counsel of Goldman Sachs, I think, got forced out of his job. That's a pretty elite position. What I would say, and what the president warned about, what the president warned about when this was all ramping up last summer is if you just release everything in a blanket way, there are going to be people who are going to be assumed guilty of crimes who aren't guilty of anything. And I think that's been borne out because there is an element where people have just demanded anyone whose name …” View more

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While there is more transparency about Epstein's connections, the podcast argues for caution against guilt by association and stresses the need for proven allegations before prosecution.

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The Charlie Kirk Show · Pick Up The Mic: Blake and Jack at Arizona State University · Mar 28, 2026

“… in. What a family. Those freak-offs. But, yeah, Epstein, I think when a powerful rich guy has an island and a jet and you hear Diana Ross is there, Bill Gates is there, Bill Clinton is there, Michael Jackson is there. You go, I want to be part of that. I mean, Oprah emailed him and said, can I go? And he said, no, thanks, which I get. She's not the hottest, you know. But I think I would have gone. Like, even if I didn't know what it was, I would have said, yeah, I'll go to this island with all these celebrities. I mean, you hear, like, a lot of celebrities have gone. A lot of, maybe not celebrities, …” “… What's going on with Epstein? You tweeted, you said, man, it's too bad 50 didn't hate Epstein. We would have gotten a list and or a movie. I know. I love the P. Diddy movie. That was killer. Anyone else jerk off to that? No. But he brought his son in. What a family. Those freak-offs. But, yeah, Epstein, I think when a powerful rich guy has an island and a jet and you hear Diana Ross is there, Bill Gates is there, Bill Clinton is there, Michael Jackson is there. You go, I want to be part of that. I mean, Oprah emailed him and said, can I go? And he said, no, thanks, which I get. She's not the hottest, you know. But I think I would have gone. Like, even if I didn't know what it was, I would have said, yeah, I'll go to this island with all these celebrities. I mean, you hear, like, a lot of celebrities have gone. A lot of, maybe not celebrities, but powerful people, influential people. You look at the royals, government officials, politicians, a lot of them are losing their jobs over this. There are a lot of, if I'm not mistaken, I think Bill Gates just came out and said, you know, he did have an affair with a Russian model or something. So he apologized. I think I read that. And you see, …” View more

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The Epstein scandal reveals deep-seated corruption among powerful figures, and the lack of accountability in the U.S. is concerning.

The Epstein scandal is deeply entrenched with powerful figures, and the lack of accountability in the U.S. is concerning.

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Club Shay Shay · Club Shay Shay - Mark Normand Part 1 · Mar 18, 2026

“… or at least, you know, don't don't make enemies. Right. It's like I think that there was a quote. I can't remember who said it. It might have been Bill Gates, but he might have been re-quoting is like, you know, friends come and go, but enemies collect. And you know I think that something to that like you know Build good relationships and don burn bridges You know I remember sitting at Netscape the people sitting around me like even you know John Gianandrea sitting right next to me building the plug interface He now reports to Tim Cook running all AI at Apple and, you know, he ran all search at …” “… into a good mentorship for you. Like, so try to be useful to others. Be curious about others' work. Don't be afraid to speak up in meetings. Like, just start just start talking and listening. And I think that it's important to build this network and or at least, you know, don't don't make enemies. Right. It's like I think that there was a quote. I can't remember who said it. It might have been Bill Gates, but he might have been re-quoting is like, you know, friends come and go, but enemies collect. And you know I think that something to that like you know Build good relationships and don burn bridges You know I remember sitting at Netscape the people sitting around me like even you know John Gianandrea sitting right next to me building the plug interface He now reports to Tim Cook running all AI at Apple and, you know, he ran all search at Google. and you know the next person you know my my first one of my first college hires went on to found a company and sold it for 400 million a few years later like the people that you're sitting next to are going to look a lot different in 20 years you mentioned netscape and i was when my research i saw that the company went from just starting to ipo …” View more

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Building meaningful connections is crucial in tech, and former Instagram engineering head James Everingham has valuable advice. Instead of asking for mentorship directly, he suggests offering help first, fostering genuine relationships that can evolve into mentorships. This approach, combined with curiosity and active participation, can lead to a robust professional network that lasts a lifetime.

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The Peterman Pod · Ex-Head of Eng at Instagram: Career Regrets and Learnings | James Everingham · Apr 06, 2026

“… now. I think that if you were watching three months of Ghostbusters trailer, if Ghostbusters was coming out now, you would have seen 65% of the good Bill Murray lines in trailers. yeah so you were you would have seen this chick is toast already right i also think that like at that point and i was i don't have any memory of ghostbusters when it came out i don't remember a time when i didn't know ghostbusters like my relationship to bill murray on saturday night live was me going back backwards through ghostbusters me too backwards through ghostbusters for whatever backwards through like uh …” “… have the same crop of stars that we used to have. And Spielberg is doing the opposite with his current movie where he's not showing anything from the third act in the trailer. And it's a risk because that's why the trailer is not that sexy right now. I think that if you were watching three months of Ghostbusters trailer, if Ghostbusters was coming out now, you would have seen 65% of the good Bill Murray lines in trailers. yeah so you were you would have seen this chick is toast already right i also think that like at that point and i was i don't have any memory of ghostbusters when it came out i don't remember a time when i didn't know ghostbusters like my relationship to bill murray on saturday night live was me going back backwards through ghostbusters me too backwards through ghostbusters for whatever backwards through like uh whatever the the the fucking film is like me going oh my god where does guy get his start and really like the eddie murphy for me the eddie murphy saturday night live vhs was just a big part of my ability to like appreciate a lot well huh so i had murray with the snl reruns because they show him in prime time yeah meatballs caddyshack stripes tootsie and …” View more

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In discussing the marketing strategies of 'Ghostbusters,' the hosts reflect on how audience expectations have evolved since the film's 1984 release. They highlight how modern trailers reveal too much, diminishing the surprise, unlike the minimal promotion of 'Ghostbusters' that left much to the imagination. This shift has changed the dynamics of movie-going, making it essential for studios to market heavily to draw audiences in.

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The Rewatchables · ‘Ghostbusters’ With Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, and Van Lathan · Apr 28, 2026

“… a business that nobody's talking about. More vendors, more invoices, more payments flying around. And if you don't have a clean system for managing bills, things can get messy really quickly. And that's where Intuit QuickBooks Bill Pay comes in. It helps you manage and pay your business bills directly inside QuickBooks so everything stays organized in one place. You can see what's due, control approvals, and understand how payments affect your cash flow. Vendors can also add their payment details, which saves you from having to chase them down for info. Instead of spending hours managing …” “Yep, gang, here's a reality about scaling a business that nobody's talking about. More vendors, more invoices, more payments flying around. And if you don't have a clean system for managing bills, things can get messy really quickly. And that's where Intuit QuickBooks Bill Pay comes in. It helps you manage and pay your business bills directly inside QuickBooks so everything stays organized in one place. You can see what's due, control approvals, and understand how payments affect your cash flow. Vendors can also add their payment details, which saves you from having to chase them down for info. Instead of spending hours managing payments, wouldn't you rather be focused on building and scaling your business? Start paying bills the smart way, not the hard way. Learn more at quickbooks.com slash billpay. Again, that's quickbooks.com slash billpay. Terms apply. Money movement services are provided by Intuit Payments Incorporated license as a money transmitter by the New York State …” View more

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If we discovered we're living in a simulation, it might not drastically change our daily lives, but it could reshape our technological landscape. While some may become more violent, others might focus on moral accountability, similar to concepts of karma. Ultimately, the technology to create simulations could have a far greater impact than the philosophical implications of our existence in one.

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Young and Profiting with Hala Taha (Entrepreneurship, Sales, Marketing) · Nick Bostrom: The AI Revolution and What It Means for Entrepreneurs | Artificial Intelligence | YAPClassic · Apr 10, 2026

“… this still remains top of his mindset when it comes to everything going on. So, I mean, he'll have tweets on Iran, tweets against a celebrity like Bill Amar or something, and then crypto all of a sudden comes out of nowhere and he's blasted the banks. So I've been shocked. He's been weighed in at this point. But then again, if we go back to the yield issue quickly, we still haven't seen a resolution there. As much pressure as the White House exerted, including the president himself, the banks have still not been able to find a compromise that they are willing to accept. So so we'll see what …” “… far as what his focus is. I mean, is he thinking about clarity right now? I mean, he tweeted about it two weeks ago. He was pretty aggressive against the banks. I mean, I will tell a lot of folks that's actually a pretty good sign for clarity is that this still remains top of his mindset when it comes to everything going on. So, I mean, he'll have tweets on Iran, tweets against a celebrity like Bill Amar or something, and then crypto all of a sudden comes out of nowhere and he's blasted the banks. So I've been shocked. He's been weighed in at this point. But then again, if we go back to the yield issue quickly, we still haven't seen a resolution there. As much pressure as the White House exerted, including the president himself, the banks have still not been able to find a compromise that they are willing to accept. So so we'll see what happens. But the White House being involved, even with everything going on, is a good sign for clarity. The second that it kind of falls off the president's radar, that's going to be a lot harder to muster the forces to get this across the finish line when time comes.” View more

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As geopolitical tensions rise, especially with threats from Iran, many are turning to cryptocurrency for financial security. Lawmakers see this shift as an opportunity to promote crypto legislation, arguing that increased capital flight towards the U.S. dollar could strengthen its dominance. This evolving landscape presents a chance for crypto to be recognized beyond its past controversies, signaling a potential positive shift in its regulatory future.

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The Paul Barron Crypto Show · War Hits Banks Triggering Crypto Escape🔥CLARITY Act Odds🚨Ron Hammond INTERVIEW · Mar 17, 2026

“… of the United States is making, not jokes, but, you know, flippant remarks about insider trading not really being a big deal. Let's start off here. Bill Malusian points out, breaking. DOJ announces it has arrested a U.S. Special Forces soldier who took part in the raid that captured Venezuelan dictator, Nicolas Maduro, after the soldier allegedly pocketed $400,000 by betting more than $30,000 on Maduro's removal on Polymarket. This is like stuff that we used to meme and joke about. My friends and I had a joke in high school that you could become rich if you just bet that somebody was going to …” “… on Polymarket. So wait a minute. Two hours before we get an article about insider trading, and we get a whole report from the DOJ about insider trading, the vice president of the United States is making jokes about polymarket, and the president of the United States is making, not jokes, but, you know, flippant remarks about insider trading not really being a big deal. Let's start off here. Bill Malusian points out, breaking. DOJ announces it has arrested a U.S. Special Forces soldier who took part in the raid that captured Venezuelan dictator, Nicolas Maduro, after the soldier allegedly pocketed $400,000 by betting more than $30,000 on Maduro's removal on Polymarket. This is like stuff that we used to meme and joke about. My friends and I had a joke in high school that you could become rich if you just bet that somebody was going to streak during the Super Bowl halftime show. And then if you bought a ticket to the Super Bowl halftime show and streaked, there was this whole meme where it's like, you know, the fine for streaking at the Super Bowl halftime show is $5,000 and a week in jail, but the return on betting markets will be millions of dollars. We used to always make this …” View more

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The misuse of classified military data for personal gain is a troubling indicator of corruption and a lack of integrity within the armed forces.

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The Adam Mockler Show · JD Vance Lets it Slip and Exposes Trump · Apr 24, 2026

“It's funny because I think of him as the techno elite and the other folks as the media elite, but I guess Bill Gates and Steve Jobs are the techno elite at the time. For one thing, Ellison is the wealthiest American you've probably never heard of. With a fortune estimated at $6 billion, he is easily the richest man in California. Think three David Geffins, ten full Milkens. Milkins, and according to Forbes, the fifth richest man in the nation. For another, he is co-founder, controlling shareholder, and chief executive officer of the world's number two …” “It's funny because I think of him as the techno elite and the other folks as the media elite, but I guess Bill Gates and Steve Jobs are the techno elite at the time. For one thing, Ellison is the wealthiest American you've probably never heard of. With a fortune estimated at $6 billion, he is easily the richest man in California. Think three David Geffins, ten full Milkens. Milkins, and according to Forbes, the fifth richest man in the nation. For another, he is co-founder, controlling shareholder, and chief executive officer of the world's number two software company, Oracle Corporation, which makes the giant computer databases in which American Airlines keeps track of its planes, Ford Motor keeps track of its spare parts, and the Central Intelligence Agency keeps track of, well, whatever the CIA keeps track of. He could also be the next head of Apple Computer. this was a crazy rumor that never came …” View more

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Larry Ellison, co-founder of Oracle, made headlines when he pitched his revolutionary network computer on Oprah, leading to a surge of interest from women wanting to fill the void in his life. This unexpected twist showcases not only his tech vision but also his personal struggles, as Oracle's phones were flooded with calls following his candid confession. The moment highlights the intersection of tech innovation and personal charisma in the Silicon Valley scene of the 90s.

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TBPN · Oracle Rips, Ellison's Tech-First Vision, Fertilizer Crisis | Apoorv Agrawal, Owen Jennings, Amjad Masad, Shardul Shah, Mike Blue, Brian Taylor, Ivan Soto-Wright · Mar 11, 2026

“You and I are living through the greatest wealth creation moment in human history. The AI boom is minting billionaires at a pace that makes the gilded age look modest. Elon Musk could easily be worth half a trillion dollars or more by the end of the next few years. And yet the people accumulating this wealth are in many cases paying lower tax rates than their secretaries or their plumbers. There is a value-based question here to ask, like, is this fair? But there's also a practical question to ask. Is there anything we can do about it? Let's start with …” “You and I are living through the greatest wealth creation moment in human history. The AI boom is minting billionaires at a pace that makes the gilded age look modest. Elon Musk could easily be worth half a trillion dollars or more by the end of the next few years. And yet the people accumulating this wealth are in many cases paying lower tax rates than their secretaries or their plumbers. There is a value-based question here to ask, like, is this fair? But there's also a practical question to ask. Is there anything we can do about it? Let's start with values. The U.S. encourages people to build wealth by starting companies, taking risks, and making things people want. I think those are good things, and we often celebrate these stories. Setting aside owners of Fortune 500 companies, when celebrities like Michael Jordan or Jay-Z, Taylor Swift or Rihanna are announced as official billionaires, the …” View more

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Billionaires are accumulating wealth at an unprecedented rate, yet they often pay lower tax rates than average workers. This disparity raises critical questions about fairness and the influence of wealth on politics, as the ultra-rich use their resources to shape laws in their favor. The recent tax cuts benefiting the wealthy illustrate how rising inequality can directly affect social services for the less fortunate.

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Plain English with Derek Thompson · America's Tax System Is Broken · Mar 24, 2026

“… paths. Obviously, there are a lot of variations in between, but two basic paths. One, in which the predictions of people like Elon Musk, Sam Altman, Bill Gates, they come true. We really do have, as Elon Musk says, within 10 years, a three to one ratio of robots to humans. We really do have radical abundance. There are zero blue collar jobs left. All the white collar jobs have been displaced. And ultimately, all the coding jobs have been displaced. Everyone is rendered basically economically useless by these autonomous systems. If that were to occur, if the future really is something like Sam Altman's …” “… next steps are. And I think it's too big a risk to the economy, too bigger and too bigger risk to working class and middle-class people that are participants in that economy and U.S. taxpayers. Yeah, and if I could add to that, you've got two basic paths. Obviously, there are a lot of variations in between, but two basic paths. One, in which the predictions of people like Elon Musk, Sam Altman, Bill Gates, they come true. We really do have, as Elon Musk says, within 10 years, a three to one ratio of robots to humans. We really do have radical abundance. There are zero blue collar jobs left. All the white collar jobs have been displaced. And ultimately, all the coding jobs have been displaced. Everyone is rendered basically economically useless by these autonomous systems. If that were to occur, if the future really is something like Sam Altman's essay, Moore's Law of Everything, then that means that we have zero negotiating power. We being workers at the lowest blue collar level, all the way up to the CEOs of the biggest companies in the world. We have nothing left to offer. We have no bargaining power whatsoever. So that means we're completely at the mercy of whoever controls these …” View more

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The podcast segment presents a nuanced view on the implications of AI and data centers, highlighting both the fears of job loss among the working class and the potential for technology to liberate them from undesirable work.

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The Last Invention · “Build the AI Wall” with Steve Bannon · Jan 27, 2026

“… also had this like japan sort of inspo it was very and visually it was very like it was very cool it was sort of like wes anderson meets like Kill Bill kind of aesthetic is the best way I can put it. And I was just like, I'm so glad we found this spot. And then we started talking to the bartender about the badminton. And turns out it's this like badminton club. And we ended up booking a court for the next weekend. And that was last weekend that just passed. And so my wife and I went and played badminton. And we've never done that with each other before. We've never really done anything like …” “there were like like eight games of badminton like full court badminton going on in this like giant hangar and in the front there was this bar and it was so weird it was almost like a kind of like like nashville like honky-tonk kind of theme but it also had this like japan sort of inspo it was very and visually it was very like it was very cool it was sort of like wes anderson meets like Kill Bill kind of aesthetic is the best way I can put it. And I was just like, I'm so glad we found this spot. And then we started talking to the bartender about the badminton. And turns out it's this like badminton club. And we ended up booking a court for the next weekend. And that was last weekend that just passed. And so my wife and I went and played badminton. And we've never done that with each other before. We've never really done anything like that with each other before because i i run a lot i lift a lot i like to race those are all very solo i play soccer she doesn't play soccer um you know she has other things that she does but we never had that kind of like intersection and so had we not gone in for a beer we wouldn't have found this cool badminton place and we wouldn't have done this …” View more

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A chance stop for a beer led to a couple discovering a badminton club, transforming their relationship through a shared activity. The speaker, who has been sober for over a decade, reflects on the unique social connections fostered in bars and how sobriety can change that dynamic. This illustrates how alcohol can sometimes lead to unexpected opportunities for connection and fun.

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kill switch · new from kaleidoscope: two percent with michael easter · Apr 27, 2026

“… period of renewables development and climate concern, there was a huge attempt in the early Obama years to pass what was called the Waxman-Marquis Bill. Now, Waxman-Marquis was a major national cap-and-trade bill on carbon emissions, essentially figuring out a way to use the tool of pricing to drive down carbon emissions. Unfortunately, it died in the Senate. It had narrowly passed the House by a vote of 219 to 212, but it was never brought to the Senate floor because it had no chance of overcoming a Republican filibuster. And so with this proposed carbon tax foiled, activists decided on a new …” “… fundamental physics of the grid hadn't changed. Supply still had to match demand at every moment. But now that balance required a whole new dance where we took into account the rhythms of the sun and the wind into that balancing act. So through this period of renewables development and climate concern, there was a huge attempt in the early Obama years to pass what was called the Waxman-Marquis Bill. Now, Waxman-Marquis was a major national cap-and-trade bill on carbon emissions, essentially figuring out a way to use the tool of pricing to drive down carbon emissions. Unfortunately, it died in the Senate. It had narrowly passed the House by a vote of 219 to 212, but it was never brought to the Senate floor because it had no chance of overcoming a Republican filibuster. And so with this proposed carbon tax foiled, activists decided on a new strategy. Let's go back to Nixon's established EPA and question whether or not greenhouse gas emissions should be included under clean air. This started during the Bush era, which of course pushed back, but they sued and the case eventually went to the Supreme Court, which ruled 5-4 in 2007 that greenhouse gases are, in fact, air pollutants under …” View more

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In 2021, California faced a paradox where it had to pay power generators to shut down due to excess solar energy, leading to negative pricing for 20% of midday hours. This situation arose as the state struggled to balance renewable energy generation with demand, showcasing the complexities of integrating solar power into the grid. Meanwhile, Texas adapted by running its grid at 80% clean energy during peak times, demonstrating a crucial shift in how we manage energy resources.

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Stepchange · The Grid: The Largest Machine Ever Built · Apr 27, 2026

“… I'm a gourmet cook, man. I could start at a restaurant on the line. I know how to cook, baby. Here we go. Los Angeles Dodgers Cochin Chita Pill Bill Bone Marrow Tacos. Hot dog, beer, Coke. Okay, that's cool. Whatever. Conchinita Pill Bill layered over rich roasted bone marrow topped with pickled red onions and fresh cilantro. I mean, it sounds delicious. I don't know what the hell the Chita Pill Bill is. No clue. No clue. I'm a gourmet cook. It's $35. It's $35. Arizona Diamondbacks, take me out to the ballgame shake. This sounds good. Salty caramel milkshake piled with whipped cream, peanut …” “… thing called a pretzel. It's a soft pretzel. You dip it in cheese or mustard. Okay, ready? Here are, according to CNN Sports, the best things you'll find at Major League Baseball games this year. And I have nothing against good food. Don't get me wrong. I'm a gourmet cook, man. I could start at a restaurant on the line. I know how to cook, baby. Here we go. Los Angeles Dodgers Cochin Chita Pill Bill Bone Marrow Tacos. Hot dog, beer, Coke. Okay, that's cool. Whatever. Conchinita Pill Bill layered over rich roasted bone marrow topped with pickled red onions and fresh cilantro. I mean, it sounds delicious. I don't know what the hell the Chita Pill Bill is. No clue. No clue. I'm a gourmet cook. It's $35. It's $35. Arizona Diamondbacks, take me out to the ballgame shake. This sounds good. Salty caramel milkshake piled with whipped cream, peanut butter, sandwich cookies, kit carb bars, hefty portion of a Cracker Jack on top of there, $17. Right here at Washington Nationals, they got this thing called the Capital Slugger. It's a half-smoked sausage topped with chili, crispy fried jalapenos, Those golden fried onions served with warm cheese for dipping. It's $18. It's $18. I think what I'd …” View more

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Baseball games are no longer just about hot dogs and beer; they're now serving $35 bone marrow tacos and $18 Capital Sluggers. With gourmet options like a salty caramel milkshake topped with Cracker Jack, the food experience at the ballpark has transformed dramatically. This evolution in stadium cuisine reflects a new era in Major League Baseball, making it a culinary adventure for fans.

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The Rob Carson Show · Missiles, Midas Touch & Middle East Mayhem: Carson Unfiltered · Mar 26, 2026

“… day they going to come Remember at first there was going to come Remember the Iraq He had the same pitch Lindsey Graham was in Congress and he had Bill Kristol. Remember, they came on Fox News every night and said they're going to be throwing roses in the streets when we're on the march up to Baghdad. Remember that? The very beginning of that war, the whole because Fox does the same thing. The whole lead up to the to the, was it March of 2003? That, you know, weapons of mass destruction, it had to be, there was all lies. You were lied. They looked you in the eye and lied. And Dan Senior and …” “… of this. This is, you know, you look at Drudge, I'm putting out Drudge, I realize Drudge is a hater. But I just want to show that the center of gravity of this has shifted from the defanging and declawing of the Iranian regime And like he said one day they going to come Remember at first there was going to come Remember the Iraq He had the same pitch Lindsey Graham was in Congress and he had Bill Kristol. Remember, they came on Fox News every night and said they're going to be throwing roses in the streets when we're on the march up to Baghdad. Remember that? The very beginning of that war, the whole because Fox does the same thing. The whole lead up to the to the, was it March of 2003? That, you know, weapons of mass destruction, it had to be, there was all lies. You were lied. They looked you in the eye and lied. And Dan Senior and Dana Perina, she got a little thing, she's on the five, Dana Perina and Nicole Wallace, remember all of them? All sat there and looked you in the eye and they were all the comms department, they were Caroline Levinson, they looked you in the eye and they lied to you. Every day you were lied to. What happened? Who paid for that?” View more

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The October 7th events derailed significant progress towards normalizing relations between Saudi Arabia and Israel, a move that could have ended the Arab-Israeli conflict. Senator Booker and a bipartisan team were close to achieving this breakthrough under President Biden's administration, but the escalation on that date was a calculated attempt to thwart their efforts. This pivotal moment shifted the focus from diplomatic solutions to military strategies against Iran.

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Bannon`s War Room · WarRoom Battleground EP 971: Senate Continues Debates On SAVE AMERICA ACT · Mar 18, 2026

“… as you think just in a deeply philosophical way, just ask yourself the question or scientific way, what do we know about the origin of information? Bill Gates has said that DNA is like a software program, but much more complex than any we've ever created. Richard Dawkins himself has acknowledged that DNA is like a machine code. Again, computer code. Well, where does computer code come from? Where does software come from? It comes from a programmer. It's a mind product. It's a product of intelligence. And so what we know from our uniform and repeated experience, which is the basis of all scientific …” “don't know where it came from. And as you think just in a deeply philosophical way, just ask yourself the question or scientific way, what do we know about the origin of information? Bill Gates has said that DNA is like a software program, but much more complex than any we've ever created. Richard Dawkins himself has acknowledged that DNA is like a machine code. Again, computer code. Well, where does computer code come from? Where does software come from? It comes from a programmer. It's a mind product. It's a product of intelligence. And so what we know from our uniform and repeated experience, which is the basis of all scientific reasoning, is that information always arises from an intelligent source, whether we're talking about computer code or a paragraph in a book or hieroglyphic inscription or the information transmitted as we're talking or across a radio signal, information is, in our experience, a product of intelligence. And so there have been numerous attempts to …” View more

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The idea that life's information could arise purely by chance is mathematically implausible. Dr. Stephen C. Meyer argues that just as computer code comes from a programmer, the information in DNA points to an intelligent source. This challenges the materialist view and raises profound questions about the origins of life itself.

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The Michael Knowles Show · "Evolution Fails To Explains This" Michael & Intelligent Design | Dr. Stephen C. Meyer · Apr 25, 2026

“… say. And so I was close to him, but I don't recognize what's happened with his podcast now because I think he comes from a good place. So he felt Bill Kristol used him to prosecute the Iraq war, which he now realized afterwards was a huge mistake. He had a friend die there. And so I think Tucker comes from a good place, an honest place. But what's happened, I think, was at Fox, he had an incredible crew around him. And I think Tucker suffers from having lost those people. Obviously, when he left Fox, he couldn't keep them on. And he's pretty isolated. it. Okay, so that's just a small portion …” “… us of this CIA situation. I mean, Tucker, who I was very friendly with when he was at Fox, I was on his show all the time. Actually, he asked me to write his biography. I was halfway through it when he left Fox in mysterious circumstances, let's say. And so I was close to him, but I don't recognize what's happened with his podcast now because I think he comes from a good place. So he felt Bill Kristol used him to prosecute the Iraq war, which he now realized afterwards was a huge mistake. He had a friend die there. And so I think Tucker comes from a good place, an honest place. But what's happened, I think, was at Fox, he had an incredible crew around him. And I think Tucker suffers from having lost those people. Obviously, when he left Fox, he couldn't keep them on. And he's pretty isolated. it. Okay, so that's just a small portion of what we discussed, even as it relates to Tucker. So I do recommend, can we get the full video in the description so people can find that quickly? You know, the line on he comes from a good place, an honest place. That's not for me to say, right? Like, I don't know what's in Tucker's head. And I don't know what's in his heart and where those …” View more

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Tucker Carlson reveals he's being targeted by the CIA over his communications regarding Iran, raising questions about the influence of media on political decisions. During a recent interview, journalist Miranda Divine discusses Carlson's shift since leaving Fox News and how isolation has affected his perspective. This insight highlights the complex dynamics of media, politics, and personal beliefs in today's climate.

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The Rubin Report · The Real Reason Tucker Carlson Is Being Targeted by the CIA · Mar 16, 2026

“Based on that, sir, I would question the authenticity, too. It's like he was in a big rush to sign anything. No. You know, Bill Russell never did. And Bill Russell famously never signed an autograph, even for teammates. There's a story that one of his teammates asked for an autograph. I think Satch Sanders, and he wouldn't sign. He didn't believe in signing autographs. Yes, Todd? I was going to say, because back then there was no eBay or anything like that. It wasn't like you were just going to sell it online. Back then, there wouldn't have been a reason to not sign …” “Based on that, sir, I would question the authenticity, too. It's like he was in a big rush to sign anything. No. You know, Bill Russell never did. And Bill Russell famously never signed an autograph, even for teammates. There's a story that one of his teammates asked for an autograph. I think Satch Sanders, and he wouldn't sign. He didn't believe in signing autographs. Yes, Todd? I was going to say, because back then there was no eBay or anything like that. It wasn't like you were just going to sell it online. Back then, there wouldn't have been a reason to not sign something. Yeah.” View more

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Bill Russell, the legendary NBA player, famously refused to sign autographs, even for his teammates. This decision was rooted in his belief that signing autographs was unnecessary, especially in an era before eBay and memorabilia sales. His stance raises questions about authenticity and the value of personal connections in sports.

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The Dan Patrick Show · Hour 2 – Carter Jensen Takes a Nap, Chris Russo · Apr 03, 2026

“… has a storied history of blackmailing U.S. presidents. Perhaps the most jarring example occurred in the 90s when Israel used recordings of Bill Clinton, Monica Lewinsky, phone sex sessions as leverage to pressure Clinton into releasing convicted spy Jonathan Pollard from prison. We are not joking, that really happened. The phone sex story is worth remembering as President Trump attempts to end the Iran war. Like many other things Israel has done, it shows that America's special ally is willing to play very dirty to achieve its goals. Dark money, campaign contributions, extortion, …” “… him. Well, Megan, I think Tucker actually has the right idea. So he published this letter and I'm going to read it. He writes, he's in a tough spot, referring to President Donald Trump. Establishment media never reports this, but the Israeli government has a storied history of blackmailing U.S. presidents. Perhaps the most jarring example occurred in the 90s when Israel used recordings of Bill Clinton, Monica Lewinsky, phone sex sessions as leverage to pressure Clinton into releasing convicted spy Jonathan Pollard from prison. We are not joking, that really happened. The phone sex story is worth remembering as President Trump attempts to end the Iran war. Like many other things Israel has done, it shows that America's special ally is willing to play very dirty to achieve its goals. Dark money, campaign contributions, extortion, physical threats, and even assassination. In their anti-Christian worldview, the end always justifies the means. They have no issue destroying lives. Israel's current top priority is making sure Operation Epic Fury does not stop. They know the U.S. fighting their war for them is the best chance at expanding their borders and becoming a global …” View more

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Donald Trump’s foreign policy has shifted dramatically, raising questions about who influences his decisions. Once a president promising no new wars, Trump now appears to be under immense pressure, possibly from foreign powers like Israel, which has a history of manipulating U.S. leaders. This segment explores the dark forces at play that could explain his drastic policy changes.

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Candace · An Open Letter To President Donald Trump (My Response) | Candace Ep 322 · Apr 10, 2026

“… son of Sid Vicious, Clintonista, who we've covered extensively in my books on the whole Spygate fiasco and that disaster Sid Blumenthal is like Bill Clinton and Hillary Clinton right guy This is his son dog walking around a bunch of Twitterati trying to get you to believe crazy things hopefully to contaminate a jury pool so that they can hurt the case against Charlie Kirk I've never seen so. I can't believe people are falling for this. It's unreal. It is unbelievable. No, trust us. We have hidden knowledge. I wasn't allowed to investigate, but you were. well what did you find some stuff are …” “… and Candace Owens to spread it. It is now said that the left invented the Charlie Kirk Israel hoax to distract from the left's unaliving of Charlie Kirk. Folks, there are a group of people out there being dog walked around by the left. Max Blumenthal, son of Sid Vicious, Clintonista, who we've covered extensively in my books on the whole Spygate fiasco and that disaster Sid Blumenthal is like Bill Clinton and Hillary Clinton right guy This is his son dog walking around a bunch of Twitterati trying to get you to believe crazy things hopefully to contaminate a jury pool so that they can hurt the case against Charlie Kirk I've never seen so. I can't believe people are falling for this. It's unreal. It is unbelievable. No, trust us. We have hidden knowledge. I wasn't allowed to investigate, but you were. well what did you find some stuff are you ever going to tell anyone no but i found some stuff well what stuff stuff stuff like stuffy stuff stuff really what's that yeah yeah exactly seven dollars watch my show i'll tell you at a later date i saw a fascinating tweet i forget what the effect this call, but how when I saw this on Twitter this morning, there's this phenomenon, the …” View more

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The belief in hidden knowledge is a manipulative tactic used to distract and control narratives. This technique, illustrated by Joe Kent's vague claims across multiple interviews, plays on the psychological phenomenon of unfinished tasks, keeping audiences hooked without delivering real information. This strategy not only misleads but also aims to contaminate public perception and jury pools.

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The Dan Bongino Show · Is This How It Ends? (Ep. 2481) · Mar 26, 2026

“… longer. We don't know. I mean, just through rumor mill. And so she's got to be careful answering questions under oath to the committee. I mean, even Bill Clinton and Hillary Clinton were very careful and they participated for five hours answering every question. Do you think you've overcome the skepticism on this topic within your own caucus? And I ask that in the context of assuming the Democrats take control of the House in the fall next year. You're going to have to prioritize what type of oversight you want to do because there's so much corruption happening in this administration. And to me, …” “… figures who've been involved in the files. But yeah, we have not seen the more detailed chair files of all the mentions in a summary that that would be something that is worth asking her. And, you know, she may not be attorney general that much longer. We don't know. I mean, just through rumor mill. And so she's got to be careful answering questions under oath to the committee. I mean, even Bill Clinton and Hillary Clinton were very careful and they participated for five hours answering every question. Do you think you've overcome the skepticism on this topic within your own caucus? And I ask that in the context of assuming the Democrats take control of the House in the fall next year. You're going to have to prioritize what type of oversight you want to do because there's so much corruption happening in this administration. And to me, I think the Epstein issue and the crypto corruption are the things that jump to the top that require Benghazi-level attention, if you will. And I'm wondering if you think that you'll have the support from leadership to do what's necessary to investigate this once you guys have the gavel. I do. I think Robert Garcia has been terrific as the ranking …” View more

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The Epstein scandal exemplifies a two-tier justice system where the wealthy and powerful evade accountability, fueling public anger and distrust.

The Epstein scandal exemplifies a two-tier justice system where the wealthy and powerful evade accountability, undermining public trust in legal institutions.

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The Bulwark Podcast · Ro Khanna: Trump Is in Denial · Mar 18, 2026

“… already seen this with Greta. She started out saying we need to stop burning oil. Then when Democrats stopped caring about climate change, I mean, Bill Gates just this past year issued a letter saying, look, I know that this was our big issue for 20 years, but it's over. We need more energy. So climate change, it's fine now. We solved it. It's fixed. Yeah, I know. We said the world is going to end in 12 years. We said that like 11 and a half years ago. I know. Yeah, no, I remember Green New Deal or whatever. Yeah, but anyway, our business needs, our political and business needs have changed. So …” “… of a generation crying out, demanding that the world take action. But the gun control was always secondary to what he really is, which is just a leftist. They're just leftists. And they will just go along with whatever the current thing is. We've already seen this with Greta. She started out saying we need to stop burning oil. Then when Democrats stopped caring about climate change, I mean, Bill Gates just this past year issued a letter saying, look, I know that this was our big issue for 20 years, but it's over. We need more energy. So climate change, it's fine now. We solved it. It's fixed. Yeah, I know. We said the world is going to end in 12 years. We said that like 11 and a half years ago. I know. Yeah, no, I remember Green New Deal or whatever. Yeah, but anyway, our business needs, our political and business needs have changed. So climate change is solved, mission accomplished. Now we're going to do other stuff. So when that happened, and Greta fell out of the headlines and she needed a new career, she decided that her new cause was going to be Palestinian liberation for some reason. What that has to do with the environment, I don't know. Well, I do know. It's just all vaguely …” View more

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Greta Thunberg, once a fierce advocate for reducing fossil fuel consumption, now ironically demands more oil—if it's from Cuban communists. This shift highlights not just a contradiction in her activism but also reveals her true identity as a leftist rather than a genuine environmentalist. As her causes evolve, the underlying political motivations become increasingly clear.

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The Michael Knowles Show · Ep. 1934 - The Secret To Kim Jong Un's Nail-Biter Election In North Korea · Mar 18, 2026

“… like in Frank's case. It's also, I don't know how many of you have heard that Laura Loomer just got dismissed. Her case for defamation against Bill Maher. Slightly different thing. He accused her of, I'm sitting next to Barb, I can't use the word. No. Sorry. Of having sex with, is that okay, Barb? Okay. That wasn't the word that he used. but... Carnal knowledge, I think is what we say. Carnal knowledge. Intimate relations. With the president. And she sued him for saying that. And the judge sort of said, excuse me, but everybody was laughing. And any reasonable person would have known …” “… because did you know that dead people don't have any legal rights against defamation which I think is a horrible rule but I was like ready to go to bat because I wanted to make sure that stayed in because it was true Anyway, I guess it's not hyperbole like in Frank's case. It's also, I don't know how many of you have heard that Laura Loomer just got dismissed. Her case for defamation against Bill Maher. Slightly different thing. He accused her of, I'm sitting next to Barb, I can't use the word. No. Sorry. Of having sex with, is that okay, Barb? Okay. That wasn't the word that he used. but... Carnal knowledge, I think is what we say. Carnal knowledge. Intimate relations. With the president. And she sued him for saying that. And the judge sort of said, excuse me, but everybody was laughing. And any reasonable person would have known that's a joke. So it can't be defamation. So... All right. Anyway.” View more

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Kash Patel's defamation lawsuit against The Atlantic is unlikely to succeed due to the strong backing of the publication's reporting and the challenge of proving falsehood and malice.

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#SistersInLaw · 298: Kash Patel & The Liquor Cabinet: Live In Denver · Apr 25, 2026

“Open AI also floats a potential robot tax, something Microsoft founder Bill Gates proposed all the way back in 2017 which involved the robot paying the same amount of taxes into the system as the human it replaced The document also includes a proposal to create a public wealth fund to give Americans an automatic public stake in AI companies and AI infrastructure, even if they're not invested in the market. Any returns would be distributed directly to citizens. The prospect may appeal to Americans who have watched AI inflate …” “Open AI also floats a potential robot tax, something Microsoft founder Bill Gates proposed all the way back in 2017 which involved the robot paying the same amount of taxes into the system as the human it replaced The document also includes a proposal to create a public wealth fund to give Americans an automatic public stake in AI companies and AI infrastructure, even if they're not invested in the market. Any returns would be distributed directly to citizens. The prospect may appeal to Americans who have watched AI inflate the market without seeing any of those gains themselves. Several of OpenAI's proposals were also more labor-focused, including one to subsidize a four-day workweek with no loss in pay, a proposal that aligns with the tech industry's promises that AI will give humans better work-life balance. OpenAI also suggests that companies boost retirement …” View more

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OpenAI's vision for the AI economy includes ambitious social proposals but raises concerns about the feasibility and true intentions behind its corporate responsibilities.

OpenAI's proposals highlight both the potential benefits of AI, like improved work-life balance and economic gains, and the risks, such as job displacement and misuse by bad actors.

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TechCrunch Daily Crunch · OpenAI's vision for the AI economy · Apr 07, 2026

“… Fool's joke. I thought it had to be. No, I think that's got some truth to it. Drew, what are the chances that Ryan fell for the blue field? Well, Billy brought it up on the show yesterday. He played it cool on the show. I knew that. No way. They're not going to put a blue field. They spent so much time on that turf over there at Kroger Field. I knew that one. Couldn't fool me on that one, Nick Roush. Did you pull any of your own pranks yesterday, Ryan? We learned that in the past you took the wheels off the chairs at the news station and duct taped doors together. Was there any havoc created …” “… be focused on other stuff. That'll just set us up for a big news topic. Yes. I'll just shuffle up my order here. I had other stuff, but you know what? We'll freestyle. Sorry, I jumped in there. No, no, that was great. I thought for sure it was an April Fool's joke. I thought it had to be. No, I think that's got some truth to it. Drew, what are the chances that Ryan fell for the blue field? Well, Billy brought it up on the show yesterday. He played it cool on the show. I knew that. No way. They're not going to put a blue field. They spent so much time on that turf over there at Kroger Field. I knew that one. Couldn't fool me on that one, Nick Roush. Did you pull any of your own pranks yesterday, Ryan? We learned that in the past you took the wheels off the chairs at the news station and duct taped doors together. Was there any havoc created by Ryan Lemon in his personal life yesterday? Yeah, I was talking to my oldest son, Gavin, who he dog sits and house sits for me when I'm on the road or whatever. That's very nice of him. And I called him and I said, Gavin, I said, we haven't been able to see Marley since you were here at the house last weekend. Oh, no. What did he say? He's like, …” View more

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Bill Self's unexpected announcement to return to Kansas could have significant implications for the Kentucky-Louisville rivalry. While Kentucky hoped for a shift in the landscape with Self stepping down, his return strengthens Kansas's recruiting position, particularly impacting Stokes' recruitment. This twist leaves Kentucky fans both amused and concerned as they watch their rivals navigate their own turmoil.

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KSR · 2026-04-02- KSR - Hour 1 · Apr 02, 2026

“… do it. Are you sure? Text Scott. Ask Scott what he thinks. No, let's ask Bryce. This is Bryce. I don't care. I assume Bryce would not care whether Bill Armstrong is considered part of the Scott Drew tree or not. He pretty much does not. He couldn't care less. Okay. Could not care less. Vandy 5-2 in their past seven. I'll take the Commodores to get past McNeese. Nebraska, Troy, Scott Cross, great story. Fired at UT Arlington, doing great things at Troy. I'll be very, very, very surprised if he's not the coach at Georgia Tech, by the way. How much do you feel if you're at UT Arlington? You fired …” “I'm going to say yes. Scott, let's do it. Are you sure? Text Scott. Ask Scott what he thinks. No, let's ask Bryce. This is Bryce. I don't care. I assume Bryce would not care whether Bill Armstrong is considered part of the Scott Drew tree or not. He pretty much does not. He couldn't care less. Okay. Could not care less. Vandy 5-2 in their past seven. I'll take the Commodores to get past McNeese. Nebraska, Troy, Scott Cross, great story. Fired at UT Arlington, doing great things at Troy. I'll be very, very, very surprised if he's not the coach at Georgia Tech, by the way. How much do you feel if you're at UT Arlington? You fired an alum who's going to go on to be the coach at Georgia Tech. Yeah. Maybe I don't know who I don't remember who made that decision, but it looks like a poor one. I think with the benefit of hindsight, we can call it a poor one. Although I remember correctly in real time. It was seemed confusing. Anyway my heart will not allow me to pick against …” View more

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Scott Cross, recently fired from UT Arlington, is poised to become the next head coach at Georgia Tech, raising eyebrows about the decision to let him go. With a successful stint at Troy, his potential move highlights the pitfalls of coaching decisions in college basketball. Meanwhile, Nebraska aims for their first NCAA tournament win against Troy, making for an exciting matchup in March Madness.

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Cover 3 College Football · 🏀Men’s March Madness Bracket Preview Extravaganza: Picks, predictions for ALL 67 games ✍️ · Mar 17, 2026

“… that means. It might be that they can't walk, but they're in good shape. They just have to get their circulation up. One of the things that Senator Bill Nelson just mentioned is this is kind of like getting stuck on the tarmac in an airplane. The air conditioning gets shut down. So it's getting hot in there. These are trained astronauts, in some cases, Air Force people, but they're bobbing around in three or four foot waves. You can see it right there. Everybody gets seasick when things like that happen. So there's a lot of the basic stuff. Are you just OK? Can we move you from the vessel to a …” “… because the temperatures reach 5000 degrees. But then they made audio contact. And the first report was that they're all in good shape. Then again, after splashdown, there was another report that they're all in good shape. We don't know what that means. It might be that they can't walk, but they're in good shape. They just have to get their circulation up. One of the things that Senator Bill Nelson just mentioned is this is kind of like getting stuck on the tarmac in an airplane. The air conditioning gets shut down. So it's getting hot in there. These are trained astronauts, in some cases, Air Force people, but they're bobbing around in three or four foot waves. You can see it right there. Everybody gets seasick when things like that happen. So there's a lot of the basic stuff. Are you just OK? Can we move you from the vessel to a helicopter and then to a boat? But they're very clear on the fact that nobody's going back home tonight. They're getting on this boat. They're spending the night in the boat and they'll be in the medical station on the boat, getting readings done, getting rehydrated and just getting back to normal.” View more

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After a 10-day mission, astronauts are readjusting to Earth's gravity, facing unique physical challenges. Their bodies, having adapted to space, require medical checks to ensure they can function normally again. Despite feeling seasick and needing hydration, all reports indicate they're in good shape post-splashdown.

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The Briefing with Jen Psaki · Artemis II Splashdown ...Plus, Hapless Vance heads to Pakistan saddled with Trump's Iran folly · Apr 11, 2026

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