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“… self. So when you meet people, think about, and real quick story is one of my favorites about Dr. J. A 12-year-old, I'm a ball boy for the San Diego Clippers because they practice at the Jewish Community Center. And my mom's friend was the head of sports there. And I kept begging him, dude, you got to get me a ball boy. That's all I dream about. I'm like four feet, six, 70 pounds. And he does it. Mike Cheminsky, the trainer, hires me as a ball boy. I'm in heaven. First game, Lakers, Clippers. And I screw up everything. Kareem Abdul-Jabbar is pretty intense, dude. I not saying he a dick but he pretty …”“and about doing good and doing kind things. My favorite saying from Lee is be kind. Be kind to your future self. So when you meet people, think about, and real quick story is one of my favorites about Dr. J. A 12-year-old, I'm a ball boy for the San Diego Clippers because they practice at the Jewish Community Center. And my mom's friend was the head of sports there. And I kept begging him, dude, you got to get me a ball boy. That's all I dream about. I'm like four feet, six, 70 pounds. And he does it. Mike Cheminsky, the trainer, hires me as a ball boy. I'm in heaven. First game, Lakers, Clippers. And I screw up everything. Kareem Abdul-Jabbar is pretty intense, dude. I not saying he a dick but he pretty intense But I screwed things up first day and he was so mean to me He like boy what the hell do you think Get him out of here And I like I crying Right, I'm 12. And that's a monster. And so I go home, tell my mom I want to quit. She's like, we're not quitters. You're going to quit at the end of the season. That's fine. Next game's Sixers Clippers. …”View more
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David Meltzer shares a heartfelt story about how basketball legend Dr. J showed kindness to him as a nervous 12-year-old ball boy for the San Diego Clippers. After a rough first game, Dr. J not only comforted him but also took the time to sign memorabilia for his siblings, demonstrating the lasting impact of kindness in sports and life. This act of generosity not only uplifted a young boy but also contributed to Dr. J's legacy in ways he might not have realized.
Stay Tranquilo·David Meltzer on “Why You Shouldn’t Do Business with D*cks”·Mar 31, 2026
“… controlling over him. Pretty bastard. The start to the story. Not long after Benjamin's death Bertha relocated the family across the country to Los Angeles This is where Phil decides he absolutely hates being called Harvey And he starts going by his middle name Phil The move placed them in the predominantly Jewish neighborhood of Fairfax Which, this is just a stupid little aside But all the kids in the neighborhoods called it Fairfax Because it was the weakest school around They were like, so he's like the he's like the weakest kid at the weakest school. Right. Yeah. They're calling his school. …”“… killed herself, which is facts. You know, I guess I just did announce it to the world. Never mind. So, yeah, obviously not a great start to life. He's small. He's frail. He's his dad kills himself. His mom and his sister are both super possessive and controlling over him. Pretty bastard. The start to the story. Not long after Benjamin's death Bertha relocated the family across the country to Los Angeles This is where Phil decides he absolutely hates being called Harvey And he starts going by his middle name Phil The move placed them in the predominantly Jewish neighborhood of Fairfax Which, this is just a stupid little aside But all the kids in the neighborhoods called it Fairfax Because it was the weakest school around They were like, so he's like the he's like the weakest kid at the weakest school. Right. Yeah. They're calling his school. They're basically calling his school gay and like the parlance of the times. Which was absolutely not true when I was in high school because Fairfax. beat our ass at basketball well it's good to hear that they i don't know i don't know if it's turns out money does something long term shocking so uh phil struggled to make friends outside a small …”View more
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Phil Spector's tumultuous upbringing is marked by emotional abuse from his mother and sister, shaping his future relationships and music career. The podcast explores how his mother's blame for his father's suicide and possessive family dynamics contributed to Spector's intense personality and struggles in social settings. This segment draws from Nick Brown's book 'Breaking Down the Wall of Sound' to highlight the complexities of Spector's early life.
Behind the Bastards·Part One: The Phil Spector Episodes·Mar 31, 2026
“… neighbors, for the people around you, for your communities and keep recording, you know, very early on when they started sending troops into Los Angeles and D.C., I was so heartened because you would see these videos of these immigration officers, you know, roughing someone up. And obviously that's very disturbing. But you'd see four or five, six people in in the video that was uploaded also recording video on their phones. And that is, as you said, I think a lot more powerful than weapons at this point, because that's the kind of accountability. That's the only thing that's going to keep them …”“… sort of thing. They've never had such a strong hand inside sort of the levers of government as they as they do today. I mean, it's amazing for them, of course. Right. Radley. I would just, you know, encourage people to continue speaking out for your neighbors, for the people around you, for your communities and keep recording, you know, very early on when they started sending troops into Los Angeles and D.C., I was so heartened because you would see these videos of these immigration officers, you know, roughing someone up. And obviously that's very disturbing. But you'd see four or five, six people in in the video that was uploaded also recording video on their phones. And that is, as you said, I think a lot more powerful than weapons at this point, because that's the kind of accountability. That's the only thing that's going to keep them accountable. That's that's right.”View more
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Tech companies are now openly aligning with state power, transforming into ideological arms of the military-industrial complex. With charismatic leaders like Palmer Luckey and Alex Karp promoting a defense-first agenda, the tech landscape is shifting towards a more aggressive partnership with government. This partnership raises questions about accountability and the implications for society as ordinary people begin to resist through grassroots movements.
The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart·The ICE Age of Surveillance and Enforcement·Jan 28, 2026
“… argue about where the money was allocated or whatever it is. Black Lives Matter. Anything changed in the black community? homeless spending in Los Angeles. Anything changed in the homeless community? Autism spending in Minneapolis. Anything change in the autism community? Like there's a sort of a bottom line, which is at a certain point, as I like to say, if someone said they just dumped a million dollars into their home, renovating it and you show up and it looks exactly the same or maybe a little bit worse. Something is up. Yep. Because how is it that you raise millions and millions and …”“… police reports detailed the heated confrontation that spiraled into a physical fight between the two inside the office and then both said that the fight came following a dispute about money. Well, let me just say this real quick, whether you want to argue about where the money was allocated or whatever it is. Black Lives Matter. Anything changed in the black community? homeless spending in Los Angeles. Anything changed in the homeless community? Autism spending in Minneapolis. Anything change in the autism community? Like there's a sort of a bottom line, which is at a certain point, as I like to say, if someone said they just dumped a million dollars into their home, renovating it and you show up and it looks exactly the same or maybe a little bit worse. Something is up. Yep. Because how is it that you raise millions and millions and millions for this purpose and nothing's changing? Comes out the other end. Hey, we had a big concert and all the money was going to go to the victims of the Palisades fire. None of them. Nobody gets it. How come nothing happened? Yep. There's not one pot hole filled. There's nothing put up. There's no new community center that got built. Does anyone ever …”View more
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In a wild confrontation, a female worker takes down a BLM founder over unpaid dues, channeling her inner Rihanna with 'bitch better have my money.' The absurdity of the situation, coupled with the history of office brawls, makes this segment both shocking and hilarious.
Adam Carolla Show·Buck Sexton Exposes the War on Sanity + Rep. Nancy Mace EMBARRASSES Tim Walz·Mar 09, 2026
“… matter Walker did not disclose Wow Walker gave an account of dating several women and sometimes meeting with Ashlaq And mrs. Masters at numerous Los Angeles restaurants and lounges. He's saying I knew the couple well. Yeah, well why the fudge? Then why the fuck would bill think that he was a Los Angeles Times report right that's doing a distinguished bachelor thing and we had lunch With him before I know he knows Doesn't make sense He also said that he wasn't around when Ashlaq was murdered But in an account sprinkled with spicy anecdotes He said he knew the victim and also hope long before the …”“… accounts Captain Crunch goddammit, I love your work He said he had used Ashlaq's apartment to hide out because 31 attorneys Representing him on various matters had been ordered to produce him before a Cook County, Illinois grand jury investigating a matter Walker did not disclose Wow Walker gave an account of dating several women and sometimes meeting with Ashlaq And mrs. Masters at numerous Los Angeles restaurants and lounges. He's saying I knew the couple well. Yeah, well why the fudge? Then why the fuck would bill think that he was a Los Angeles Times report right that's doing a distinguished bachelor thing and we had lunch With him before I know he knows Doesn't make sense He also said that he wasn't around when Ashlaq was murdered But in an account sprinkled with spicy anecdotes He said he knew the victim and also hope long before the killing He said I did go to the ranch house But I left that evening while bill was still alive and didn't return the next morning I didn't return until the next morning when he returned. He said hope told me bill was dead So that was that He said that hope uses drugs and even revealed a secret hiding place in the main house on the River Ville River …”View more
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A key witness in a 1974 murder trial claims he knew the victim well and even witnessed disturbing events surrounding the crime. He revealed that the victim's estranged husband was allegedly involved in threats and that the accused had a secret stash of drugs. This testimony raises more questions than answers about the night of the murder.
Small Town Murder·The Most Interesting Murderer In The World - Springville, California·Jan 22, 2026
“Rick Caruso runs for L.A. mayor again. I mean, honestly, like if somebody can't defeat Karen Bass after she let Los Angeles burn away, Which is now we now know for a fact was just totally preventable absolutely preventable I was saying at the time but now we know they tried to rewrite the report but it clear it was totally preventable How they try to rewrite the report Well the report you know said here all the things that the fire department should have done that didn happen And ultimately the mayor is the one that chooses the fire chief and fires the fire chief …”“Rick Caruso runs for L.A. mayor again. I mean, honestly, like if somebody can't defeat Karen Bass after she let Los Angeles burn away, Which is now we now know for a fact was just totally preventable absolutely preventable I was saying at the time but now we know they tried to rewrite the report but it clear it was totally preventable How they try to rewrite the report Well the report you know said here all the things that the fire department should have done that didn happen And ultimately the mayor is the one that chooses the fire chief and fires the fire chief And the mayor was warned. They were warned. And she goes to fly to Ghana for this little junket presidential inauguration, palling around when she should have been in L.A. at a command headquarters. And if she wasn't, then Gavin should have been. You know, Schwarzenegger, towards the end of his administration, they would just mobilize planes full of …”View more
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In this segment, the hosts hilariously dissect the absurdity of California's political landscape, highlighting the irony of a mayor flying to Ghana while her city burns. The comparison between different local governments and their handling of crises brings a comedic edge, especially when discussing the '50 blocks of tents' in Skid Row versus the 'cleaned-up' Venice Beach.
The Joe Rogan Experience·#2465 - Michael Shellenberger·Mar 10, 2026
“… and they were just pouring horrible smoke into the air. Those were held liable. So it makes sense that these would be too. Um, the case filed in Los Angeles superior court, uh, involves over 1600 plaintiffs, including families and school districts, suing meta YouTube, um, which is tick tock and snap. Um, KGM claims features like infinite scrolling notifications and beauty filters create addiction, exacerbating body image depression and suicidal thoughts yeah um some of the key moments zuckerberg denied meta aims to addict youth stating his focus is on a sustainable community”“… our phone. We live in an electronica society and a digital age. So it's, yeah. If you have a neighbor next door who is a company that's just like blowing, like, you know, those smokestacks that they never, that they never had any, uh, governors on and they were just pouring horrible smoke into the air. Those were held liable. So it makes sense that these would be too. Um, the case filed in Los Angeles superior court, uh, involves over 1600 plaintiffs, including families and school districts, suing meta YouTube, um, which is tick tock and snap. Um, KGM claims features like infinite scrolling notifications and beauty filters create addiction, exacerbating body image depression and suicidal thoughts yeah um some of the key moments zuckerberg denied meta aims to addict youth stating his focus is on a sustainable community”View more
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Social media platforms like Meta and YouTube are likened to pollutants, with algorithms that harm society by causing depression and anxiety, and should be held accountable like companies producing harmful substances.
Social media platforms are likened to pollutants, causing societal harm and requiring accountability similar to companies that produce harmful substances like cigarettes or lead.
This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von·#644 - Bryan Johnson·Mar 05, 2026
“… because of that balance is what I'm saying. And the balance is what's neat. I am too. I like the balance. I'm saying the balance in places like Los Angeles is tipping a little bit, and we thus see the result of that. But before I let you go we got a little bit of time I was just going to say We dodged a bullet on that one But there always that thing about the liberal women seem to always show up at these things And that's been – it's like you want to say, why are you all automatically against ICE? You don't mind, you know, thousands of thousands of young women have been raped and murdered by …”“… out of me on X. Let's just say this. That wonderful creation of God's, the woman, it's like, man, I'm a fan. Let me tell you. And, you know, they think a certain way and we think a certain way, but listen. But the husband and wife is a great unit because of that balance is what I'm saying. And the balance is what's neat. I am too. I like the balance. I'm saying the balance in places like Los Angeles is tipping a little bit, and we thus see the result of that. But before I let you go we got a little bit of time I was just going to say We dodged a bullet on that one But there always that thing about the liberal women seem to always show up at these things And that's been – it's like you want to say, why are you all automatically against ICE? You don't mind, you know, thousands of thousands of young women have been raped and murdered by criminal illegals who have been let off without bond to roam the streets after 15, 20, 30 arrests by these activist judges. And you don't mind that. But God forbid that when some woman is trying to run over an ICE agent and get shot, it's like, oh, you all got the pins at the Oscars. You're kind of making my point in that we are using math to arrive at …”View more
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In this segment, the host humorously critiques the balance of gender dynamics in policy-making, suggesting that men and women think differently, which leads to chaotic results in places like Los Angeles. The punchline comes when he sarcastically addresses women's emotional responses to immigration issues while highlighting the absurdity of virtue signaling, making for a thought-provoking yet entertaining discussion.
Adam Carolla Show·James Woods Tells Wild Hollywood Stories + the Dark Side of Politics·Mar 05, 2026
“… a lot of training, and so guards don't require a lot of training. And I can pick something that was relatively close to home. I lived in Los Angeles. Vandenberg Air Force Base was up the coast above Santa Barbara, about a four-hour drive, and that seemed, well, in my off time, I'd go home and be with my friends and family. So, that seemed okay with me. I thought I can deal with it. So, you were a missile security guard, or what's the exact title? Yeah, I'm listed as air policeman, but I was assigned to the 43-92nd Combat Defense Squadron, and we were essentially guards. We didn't wear the …”“… you would actively be in the Air Force as a navigator. Well, I just opted I was going to get out. So that left, well, I've got 13 months left of my selective service requirement. environment. And so, they didn't want to put me in a position that required a lot of training, and so guards don't require a lot of training. And I can pick something that was relatively close to home. I lived in Los Angeles. Vandenberg Air Force Base was up the coast above Santa Barbara, about a four-hour drive, and that seemed, well, in my off time, I'd go home and be with my friends and family. So, that seemed okay with me. I thought I can deal with it. So, you were a missile security guard, or what's the exact title? Yeah, I'm listed as air policeman, but I was assigned to the 43-92nd Combat Defense Squadron, and we were essentially guards. We didn't wear the blue uniforms. We wore fatigues, and we carried a 38 pistol. And we just basically stood on post all day, and there wasn't much training involved other than weapons training. What are the types of things that you guarded on the base? Well, we had the missile maintenance, where they assembled the missiles themselves. That was a large hangar. The …”View more
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In September 1964, Richard Barth, a security guard at Vandenberg Air Force Base, experienced a terrifying UFO encounter that left him with lost time and a chilling message. His story unfolds alongside another notable incident involving Bob Jacobs, revealing a pattern of strange occurrences at nuclear facilities during the Cold War. This testimony raises unsettling questions about surveillance and intent regarding our nuclear capabilities.
American Alchemy with Jesse Michels·"Aliens Took Me On a UFO While Guarding Nuclear Missiles!" -Air Force Veteran·Feb 09, 2026
“… time, but I cannot ignore my car. Yeah. Because it won't allow it. It will not allow it. It's relentless. It's relentless. So the populace of Los Angeles can be broken down into two groups People who do wear their seatbelt which is everyone and then a small percentage of people who have just chosen not to do it No amount of convincing. They have either gotten themselves the male end of the buckle just to snap into their thing, like you can just get it and snap it in so it doesn't go off, or they're ignoring the pinball machine that is their dashboard that is tilting when they're driving. …”“… and come back in. But if I have to throw this chair through this window and jump out, I'm on the second floor. I'm going to break a bone, but I'm not going to die in this hotel if there's a fire. So anyway. It's a fair exchange. I ignore stuff all the time, but I cannot ignore my car. Yeah. Because it won't allow it. It will not allow it. It's relentless. It's relentless. So the populace of Los Angeles can be broken down into two groups People who do wear their seatbelt which is everyone and then a small percentage of people who have just chosen not to do it No amount of convincing. They have either gotten themselves the male end of the buckle just to snap into their thing, like you can just get it and snap it in so it doesn't go off, or they're ignoring the pinball machine that is their dashboard that is tilting when they're driving. Whatever it is. Or the car so old it's not built in with the ding, ding, ding, which you probably do see a few of in this town. A couple of those in L.A. There's a couple in this town. Probably should be written in Spanish. Hey, how do you do click it or ticket in Spanish? Because it never rhymes. That's the problem. But God's honest, if there's someone …”View more
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In this hilarious segment, the host recounts a moment of defiance during a hotel fire alarm, leading to a comedic rant about the absurdity of seatbelt laws in Los Angeles. The punchline hits when he suggests that Spanish signage would be more effective in getting people to buckle up, blending social commentary with laugh-out-loud observations.
Adam Carolla Show·Remembering Phil (Carolla Classics)·Mar 07, 2026
“… have sold over 75 million copies of your books. And I am such a huge fan, and I'm so excited to sit down with you today. Thank you. Welcome to Los Angeles. Thank you. What are you in LA for? I'm only here to be with you. you're the only reason that I would actually come to Los Angeles do you come here often you're like no no we don't like LA well you know we used to live here so of course like I don't like I like LA but like I mean you're just here for this or I'm here just for you I'm just for you Alex I am only for you would I drag myself across the continent thank you thank you okay if you are …”“Okay, you are the best-selling author of Throne of Glass, Crescent City, and the ACOTAR series. You've broken publishing records. You have sold over 75 million copies of your books. And I am such a huge fan, and I'm so excited to sit down with you today. Thank you. Welcome to Los Angeles. Thank you. What are you in LA for? I'm only here to be with you. you're the only reason that I would actually come to Los Angeles do you come here often you're like no no we don't like LA well you know we used to live here so of course like I don't like I like LA but like I mean you're just here for this or I'm here just for you I'm just for you Alex I am only for you would I drag myself across the continent thank you thank you okay if you are on a plane can you ever work on a draft or it's like way too risky I'm on deadline right now actually working on something. But I had to work. I had to work. And then the worst thing was, is that like my husband, who was supposed to be helping with the kids, just takes a nap So you writing and you holding children And the kids are like mommy like …”View more
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In this hilarious segment, the best-selling author shares a chaotic moment where she juggles writing, kids, and a napping husband. Her passion for K-pop demon hunters and the Batman soundtrack leads to a funny confession about her kids questioning her sanity, making it relatable for any parent trying to balance creativity and family life.
Call Her Daddy·Sarah J Maas: The Wait Is Over·Mar 05, 2026
“… went to Amazon. So like there's no real physical print media anymore. So you can't really, there's like five existing comic book stores left in Los Angeles. There's one in the Valley our son has been to. Yeah, the ones that have been there have been going for like 30, 40 years now. But yeah, that's what I want to do. Sam, have you been to Secret Headquarters? I have, yeah. That's my home shop. I love Secret Headquarters. And so we're like, yeah. Shout out to Secret Headquarters. What all can you find there, Sam? Everything. They're really well stocked. They're up to date. They're really …”“Yeah, you are. You found a space for both things in your life. Yeah. What about you, Sam? Growing up, I really wanted to own a comic book store, but I was alive when everything went to Amazon. So like there's no real physical print media anymore. So you can't really, there's like five existing comic book stores left in Los Angeles. There's one in the Valley our son has been to. Yeah, the ones that have been there have been going for like 30, 40 years now. But yeah, that's what I want to do. Sam, have you been to Secret Headquarters? I have, yeah. That's my home shop. I love Secret Headquarters. And so we're like, yeah. Shout out to Secret Headquarters. What all can you find there, Sam? Everything. They're really well stocked. They're up to date. They're really knowledgeable and really nice. Sam, I could really see you. running a comic book store. I could too. I could also see you back in the day running a video store. Yes, I could see that. And knowing about like all the movies and being able to suggest a movie. Yeah. Like the local one, like I know growing up the town where I would go visit my grandparents. Yeah. …”View more
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In this hilarious segment, Angela imagines herself as an ocean mascot, hilariously suggesting she could teach kids about ocean preservation through song while wearing six-pack rings. The banter flows as they creatively explore what alternate lives they could have led, making for a light-hearted and entertaining discussion.
Office Ladies·The Paper Ep 9: Matching Ponchos·Mar 04, 2026
“… use the guise of AI safety to push their own reactionary agenda. Just recently, Joseph Gordon-Levitt actually attended a private pro-AI event in Los Angeles at the Science Center hosted by a far-right Silicon Valley-only fan star and grimes, where apparently, according to people there, he was talking about his tech agenda. I'll say again, I really have no idea what's going on with this man's life and kind of what groups he's hanging out with. But it is interesting that Joseph Gordon-Levitt claims to be anti-AI. But it's a fact that big tech companies are particularly interested in rolling back …”“… with the AI world. And what's so insidious, I think, is that a lot of these people in these weird Silicon Valley kind of red-pilled world claim to be very anti-AI. But as I outlined in my video linked here, they're very much not. They basically use the guise of AI safety to push their own reactionary agenda. Just recently, Joseph Gordon-Levitt actually attended a private pro-AI event in Los Angeles at the Science Center hosted by a far-right Silicon Valley-only fan star and grimes, where apparently, according to people there, he was talking about his tech agenda. I'll say again, I really have no idea what's going on with this man's life and kind of what groups he's hanging out with. But it is interesting that Joseph Gordon-Levitt claims to be anti-AI. But it's a fact that big tech companies are particularly interested in rolling back Section 230 protections right now because their powerful AI systems can harvest more data as they prescreen every single piece of content to make sure it doesn't challenge anyone in power. And I'd like to remind Joseph Gordon-Levitt that tech companies do not profit off upholding freedom of expression. They profit off harvesting data. So if you are …”View more
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Joseph Gordon-Levitt's recent comments on Section 230 misrepresent critical legal distinctions, potentially harming free speech and marginalized groups. The backlash highlights the importance of understanding online speech laws, as his views align with far-right agendas that threaten digital rights. This controversy emphasizes the need for informed discussions on tech policy to protect free expression online.
Taylor Lorenz’s Power User·Joseph Gordon-Levitt's Internet Censorship Crusade·Feb 13, 2026
“… like closing or are a lot. There's a lot of now spillover here, which is great. I just want people to know that that's an option if they live in Los Angeles. Yeah, yeah. It's it's a really cool thing they're they're doing there. And I was very moved by it. And of course, I was saddened, but I was also like, but it's. This is positive. Yeah. Yeah. Now. OK, now for tricky questions. OK. It was a gala of cents, right? It's to raise money. Yeah. So did you feel at all a little weird, like being super dressed up and looking nice and being there? Oh, for the actual gala? Yeah. It was daytime cocktail. …”“It's only 10% funded federally. Uh-huh. So 90% donation. Oh, lovely. And that's why they're really able to like do all of this and a lot of other places that are fully federally funded are like closing or are a lot. There's a lot of now spillover here, which is great. I just want people to know that that's an option if they live in Los Angeles. Yeah, yeah. It's it's a really cool thing they're they're doing there. And I was very moved by it. And of course, I was saddened, but I was also like, but it's. This is positive. Yeah. Yeah. Now. OK, now for tricky questions. OK. It was a gala of cents, right? It's to raise money. Yeah. So did you feel at all a little weird, like being super dressed up and looking nice and being there? Oh, for the actual gala? Yeah. It was daytime cocktail. Okay. So it wasn't like. You know what I'm saying though? Like to be like dialed up at a place like that. Do you feel? Is it like. Well, the gala wasn't there. Okay. Okay. Okay. Okay. All right. I see. So you went to a gala and then you went and toured it. Exactly. Much different. Yeah. Sorry. Do you see what I'm saying though? if you were like the …”View more
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Zach Braff hilariously navigates the awkwardness of attending a gala for a serious cause while dressed to the nines. The comedic tension builds as he contemplates whether to bring his parents along, leading to a relatable and funny discussion about family dynamics and event appropriateness.
Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard·Zach Braff Returns·Mar 16, 2026
“… dining for a bunch of small family businesses that were probably barely staying alive after COVID. Barely. We lost Somewhere around 70% of Los Angeles restaurants went under during COVID. That's fucking bananas. And so they finally get outdoor dining. Like, okay, we could kind of pay the bills this month. And then they shut down outdoor dining for optics. So this kind of desire to just put a foot down, control people, keep a boot on their neck, it's normal. Even if it doesn't make sense. Everybody knows that from high school. Everybody knows that from, I mean, the Stanford prison experiments. …”“… the closing of outdoor dining. And he brought up, but there's no transmission related to outdoor dining. And the woman who was in charge said, yes, but it's all about the optics. So she was willing to, with a wave of her magic wand, shut down outdoor dining for a bunch of small family businesses that were probably barely staying alive after COVID. Barely. We lost Somewhere around 70% of Los Angeles restaurants went under during COVID. That's fucking bananas. And so they finally get outdoor dining. Like, okay, we could kind of pay the bills this month. And then they shut down outdoor dining for optics. So this kind of desire to just put a foot down, control people, keep a boot on their neck, it's normal. Even if it doesn't make sense. Everybody knows that from high school. Everybody knows that from, I mean, the Stanford prison experiments. People like to control people. They enjoy it. And when they get a place like becoming the mayor or becoming the governor and being able to tell people, you got to listen to me. I've got rule. Everyone stay inside. Be scared. Fucking California. Garcetti literally had a campaign that said snitches get rewards. Snitches. Snitching on people. Having …”View more
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California's government shutdown outdoor dining for 'optics,' devastating small businesses during COVID-19. A government official prioritized control over common sense, leading to the closure of 70% of restaurants. This illustrates how easily rights can be stripped away in the name of power and control.
The Joe Rogan Experience·#2462 - Aaron Siri·Mar 03, 2026
“… are so obsessed with, the Hollywood gangster and crime films of like the 40s and the 50s that we always associate with New York, Chicago, or Los Angeles, and it's like Raymond Chandler and a femme fatale and a kidnapping or whatever, it can happen anywhere. Like it's not the place that is the home of the evil or the bad stuff or the crime. It's not Hollywood in 1949. People have it in them. They can be in a snow-blown tundra or in downtown Los Angeles in the 40s. You know what the Coens love? They fucking love a big case of money. It's one of the lead characters in No Country. They love that. …”“that I think that these guys are so obsessed with, the Hollywood gangster and crime films of like the 40s and the 50s that we always associate with New York, Chicago, or Los Angeles, and it's like Raymond Chandler and a femme fatale and a kidnapping or whatever, it can happen anywhere. Like it's not the place that is the home of the evil or the bad stuff or the crime. It's not Hollywood in 1949. People have it in them. They can be in a snow-blown tundra or in downtown Los Angeles in the 40s. You know what the Coens love? They fucking love a big case of money. It's one of the lead characters in No Country. They love that. The case of money shows up in Lebowski as the ringer. They love that. They love kidnappings. Joel's talked about it. Joel Cohn talked about how it's just just an amazing dramatic conceit because it basically does a stress test on all the characters, both the kidnappers and the victims of you're being put into a position that you have to consider …”View more
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The Coen brothers' films, like 'Fargo,' explore how ordinary people can find themselves in extraordinary and often absurd criminal situations. This narrative technique reveals deep character motivations and the humor in violence, challenging viewers to consider the chaos that ensues from seemingly simple decisions. Their storytelling has influenced modern shows like 'Barry' and 'The Sopranos,' showcasing the blend of comedy and tragedy in crime narratives.
The Rewatchables·‘Fargo’ With Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, and Kyle Brandt·Mar 10, 2026
“… works better in theory than in practice. England in 1509 is a nation of about three million souls, which means it has fewer people than modern Los Angeles spread across an entire country. Most of those souls live in villages so small you could walk from one end to the other in the time it takes to finish your morning coffee. The largest city, London, houses perhaps 50,000 people crowded along the Thames, their timber-framed houses leaning into narrow streets where the upper stories nearly touch across the way blocking out the sky the rhythm of life follows the church bells that punctuate each day …”“… covering the floor. Rushes that need changing, but probably won't be replaced for another week. The herbs scattered among them, lavender, rosemary and mint, release their fragrance when you step on them, a medieval attempt at air freshening that works better in theory than in practice. England in 1509 is a nation of about three million souls, which means it has fewer people than modern Los Angeles spread across an entire country. Most of those souls live in villages so small you could walk from one end to the other in the time it takes to finish your morning coffee. The largest city, London, houses perhaps 50,000 people crowded along the Thames, their timber-framed houses leaning into narrow streets where the upper stories nearly touch across the way blocking out the sky the rhythm of life follows the church bells that punctuate each day with their bronze voices you wake to the sound of prime the first morning prayer and move through your day guided by terse sext none vespers and finally compline as darkness falls The bells aren't just timekeepers They're the heartbeat of a society where the church isn't separate from daily life But woven into every aspect of it Like threads in …”View more
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In Tudor England, daily life in the early 1500s revolved around the church and the economy driven by sheep farming. The nation, with about three million people, was characterized by small villages and a bustling London, where the church bells dictated daily rhythms. Wealthy individuals wore expensive woolen cloth, symbolizing the country's primary export and its cultural significance.
Boring History For Sleep | Gentle Storytelling And Ambient Sounds (Official)·The Evolution of UK Pubs Through The Ages | Boring History For Sleep·Mar 06, 2026
“… out. Like he was like, I'm going to own this company. And the company wasn't doing well either. So like there was no money. We like drove from Los Angeles and like brought her like little car that she had at the time, broken down old little car. And I remember her saying something to me like, we have this much money for this many months of rent. if you don't book anything in that time, like we might have to go back. But if we don't, like I will be, we will be living in our car to make this happen for you. And it happened for you. Dude, it's like, I really, I really like, I really have, I mean, …”“… spending on the way to the audition and me being like, I'm going to pay you back one day. Like, you know, it was really on a hope and a prayer and a dream. It was really, really, because also my parents had had a company, but my dad decided to buy her out. Like he was like, I'm going to own this company. And the company wasn't doing well either. So like there was no money. We like drove from Los Angeles and like brought her like little car that she had at the time, broken down old little car. And I remember her saying something to me like, we have this much money for this many months of rent. if you don't book anything in that time, like we might have to go back. But if we don't, like I will be, we will be living in our car to make this happen for you. And it happened for you. Dude, it's like, I really, I really like, I really have, I mean, like my whole career, I have my mom to thank for because she was so selfless in that time. And she was not a stage parent. That's the other thing. Like my mom couldn't give a fuck what I was doing. She was proud of everything I was doing, but she was like, if I wanted to be doing anything else, like if I wanted to be studying archeology, if I wanted …”View more
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A chance meeting at the VMAs led to a whirlwind romance and a surprise engagement. The couple navigated long-distance challenges while keeping their love alive through constant communication, proving that true connection transcends distance. Now, they reflect on their journey from casual encounters to a deep commitment.
Not Skinny But Not Fat·Dove Cameron Isn't Goth, She Just Grew Up·Mar 03, 2026
“… is one of Ross's all-time heroes. Ross's polarizing persona was born in the late 1980s. At the time, Ross was a failed comedy writer living in Los Angeles, furious with all the women who wouldn't sleep with him. I was very awkward, socially backward, was unattractive, or at least I thought I was. And what you project is what people see. I didn't have social skills, and I was not brought up in a family where those were emphasized or modeled or taught. And I certainly didn't have any skills in attracting women, again. No skills until he discovered NLP. He was browsing at a bookstore when he felt an …”“… 60s with short, curly white hair, mustache, and beard. When we met, he was wearing a purple button-down under a plum-colored blazer, which honestly felt like an NLP deep cut. Big deal hypnotherapist Milton Erickson wore a lot of purple, and Erickson is one of Ross's all-time heroes. Ross's polarizing persona was born in the late 1980s. At the time, Ross was a failed comedy writer living in Los Angeles, furious with all the women who wouldn't sleep with him. I was very awkward, socially backward, was unattractive, or at least I thought I was. And what you project is what people see. I didn't have social skills, and I was not brought up in a family where those were emphasized or modeled or taught. And I certainly didn't have any skills in attracting women, again. No skills until he discovered NLP. He was browsing at a bookstore when he felt an almost mystical pull. And however improbable this may seem, and use your adult ability to tell when someone's bullshitting you, you're an experienced journalist, and this is what happened. My hand floated up, and I grabbed a book, and it said Frogs and the Princes, Richard Bandler and John Grinter Live. I thought, oh, okay, I'll give this a shot. …”View more
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Ross, once a socially awkward comedy writer, found himself drawn to a book on NLP that changed everything. Struggling with personal challenges, including being a 31-year-old virgin, he discovered techniques that helped him transform his life and connect with others. This journey from insecurity to confidence showcases the profound impact of NLP on his relationships and self-image.
Mind Games·The Pickup Artist Playbook·Mar 03, 2026
“… bots. You know, these are a form of autonomous commerce that are happening every day in many major cities in the United States, Miami, you know, Los Angeles and others. So, you know, autonomous commerce is not a brand new idea necessarily, but the way in which we think about it is, I think, different. It more akin to the Uber strategy which is to say we believe that robotics and largely speaking autonomous vehicles are going to be the next delivery form factor And I don know if that necessarily even debatable It's not going to be a hundred percent of all delivery demand, but it's going to be, I …”“… purpose-built delivery vehicles, partnering with people like, or companies like Kroger and Walmart and others. You know, so there's been iterations of this, of course, for quite some time. And the cleanest thing to point to right now is the sidewalk bots. You know, these are a form of autonomous commerce that are happening every day in many major cities in the United States, Miami, you know, Los Angeles and others. So, you know, autonomous commerce is not a brand new idea necessarily, but the way in which we think about it is, I think, different. It more akin to the Uber strategy which is to say we believe that robotics and largely speaking autonomous vehicles are going to be the next delivery form factor And I don know if that necessarily even debatable It's not going to be a hundred percent of all delivery demand, but it's going to be, I think the majority, uh, over time. And so what does that look like? Well, I believe absolutely that it's going to be multimodal. So you're talking about drones, You're seeing drones, drone delivery ramping up quite fast with Zipline and Wing and Walmart. Yeah, I just talked to the CEO of Zipline. That was a very, very enthusiastic conversation. It …”View more
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Autonomous vehicles are set to revolutionize how we order coffee and other goods, with delivery systems already being tested in major cities like Miami and Los Angeles. Companies like DoorDash and Waymo are piloting these innovative solutions, indicating that this technology will impact our daily lives sooner than we think. As multimodal delivery methods, including drones and sidewalk bots, emerge, the landscape of commerce is about to change dramatically.
This Week in Startups·The Global Expansion of Self-Driving Vehicles·Mar 11, 2026
“… emerged in recent years is their ability to control news virality through the use and manipulation of these videos. So if you take, for example, Los Angeles, which is one of the places that we've looked at it the most closely, the LA Sheriff alone has 42 full-time PR employees as of a few years ago. LAPD has another 25. So just the top two police departments in LA, I'm not even talking about the dozens of other police departments or the feds or the prosecutors or whatever, just those two police departments have 67 full-time PR people. I'm not even counting the officers doing it part-time or the …”“… rolled out, or has it only basically just grown in use since? It has grown exponentially. And as it has grown, the police and the policing industry have come up with even more frightening ways of using it. So one of the most important uses which has emerged in recent years is their ability to control news virality through the use and manipulation of these videos. So if you take, for example, Los Angeles, which is one of the places that we've looked at it the most closely, the LA Sheriff alone has 42 full-time PR employees as of a few years ago. LAPD has another 25. So just the top two police departments in LA, I'm not even talking about the dozens of other police departments or the feds or the prosecutors or whatever, just those two police departments have 67 full-time PR people. I'm not even counting the officers doing it part-time or the unions. So one of the things they specialize in is social media. They also have editing teams that can subtly manipulate these videos in ways that change how they seem. And they understand something really important, which is if you can stop a video from going viral, you can prevent tens of millions of people from seeing it. Or if you want a video to …”View more
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Police departments are now using body cameras not just for accountability, but as powerful tools to manipulate public perception through social media. With extensive PR teams and editing capabilities, they can control which footage goes viral, influencing how the public views policing. This transformation has created a multi-billion dollar industry that intertwines law enforcement with big tech, making it nearly impossible to roll back.
Taylor Lorenz’s Power User·The Body Camera Propaganda Playbook·Feb 20, 2026
“… touches on a new AI enhanced project, one that was directly inspired by natural disaster. For a third day, wildfires sweeping through parts of Los Angeles are still burning out of control. Almost 200,000 people have been driven from their homes by the flames. I was watching the news around like January 2025. And you know, I saw the LA fires on there. And no, it just made me really sad because, you know, no one should go through the fires. You know, people have lost their homes in this, lost their family members, lost their just belongings in general. It made me think like, you know what? What if …”“… which apparently I liked back at the time. Arvi first enrolled in Technovation a couple of years ago. Her first app helped people track their recycling. Another one created customized lesson plans for students. She's currently putting the finishing touches on a new AI enhanced project, one that was directly inspired by natural disaster. For a third day, wildfires sweeping through parts of Los Angeles are still burning out of control. Almost 200,000 people have been driven from their homes by the flames. I was watching the news around like January 2025. And you know, I saw the LA fires on there. And no, it just made me really sad because, you know, no one should go through the fires. You know, people have lost their homes in this, lost their family members, lost their just belongings in general. It made me think like, you know what? What if people don't know what to do when they're stuck in such situations? And no, that really convinced me to make the app. The importance of knowing what to do in a natural disaster hit even closer to home a year earlier when Hurricane Helene hit North Carolina. We just had a lot of rain and storms, but more in the mountain area where the Appalachian …”View more
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Arvi Kandelwal, an eighth grader from Charlotte, North Carolina, is developing an AI-powered app to help people navigate natural disasters. Inspired by the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles and Hurricane Helene's impact on her home, her app provides users with tailored emergency plans based on their location and disaster type. This innovative tool aims to give individuals the guidance they need during chaotic situations.
Where the Internet Lives·Coding the Future·Feb 18, 2026
“… of verdicts this week delivering a clear message to big tech. Social media companies can be held liable for harm caused by their products. In Los Angeles, Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram and YouTube, found liable for harming the plaintiff, a now 20-year-old woman identified as KGM. KGM's legal team arguing features like infinite scrolling, constant notifications, and auto-playing videos are engineered to keep kids on social media, driving compulsive use linked to depression, anxiety, eating disorders, self-harm, and suicide. Yesterday, Meta and YouTube ordered to pay KGM $3 …”“A pair of verdicts this week delivering a clear message to big tech. Social media companies can be held liable for harm caused by their products. In Los Angeles, Meta, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram and YouTube, found liable for harming the plaintiff, a now 20-year-old woman identified as KGM. KGM's legal team arguing features like infinite scrolling, constant notifications, and auto-playing videos are engineered to keep kids on social media, driving compulsive use linked to depression, anxiety, eating disorders, self-harm, and suicide. Yesterday, Meta and YouTube ordered to pay KGM $3 million in compensatory damages. Meta on the hook for 70% of the damages and YouTube covering the rest. This case, the first in a series of bellwether trials in California. Bellwether trials are seen as representative of the totality of cases and can act as a test to gauge how juries may respond to similar suits. The jury continuing deliberations to …”View more
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The verdict against Meta and YouTube marks a pivotal moment, likened to the big tobacco cases, potentially leading to sweeping changes in social media regulation and accountability.
Social media companies like Meta and Google are facing a legal reckoning similar to the big tobacco cases, with potential for massive payouts and forced changes in how they operate.
The ruling against social media giants like Meta and YouTube is a significant step towards holding these companies accountable for the mental health impacts of their addictive features.
The Megyn Kelly Show·Big Tech Held Liable in Major Case, Iran War Support Slides, Dems' Surprise FL Wins: AM Update 3/26·Mar 26, 2026
“… restrained and priced at the very top of the market. Scions of one of New York City's real estates, most storied dynasties. David Lynch's quirky Los Angeles compound sells for $13 million. Okay, explain David Lynch.”“… classic and dignified with the sales team pointing out details such as the motor court which they say was inspired by a roman piazza it is an experience that channels the zekendorf's reputation for a certain brand of manhattan real estate discreet restrained and priced at the very top of the market. Scions of one of New York City's real estates, most storied dynasties. David Lynch's quirky Los Angeles compound sells for $13 million. Okay, explain David Lynch.”View more
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A secretive condo project in New York City has generated over $1 billion in sales in less than a year, with minimal marketing. The project, A.D. Clarkson, has captivated buyers with its exclusivity, leading to record-breaking contracts, including one for $129 million. This innovative approach to real estate sales highlights the power of mystery in attracting high-end clientele.
TBPN·OpenAI drops GPT-5.4, Iran War fallout, The Mansion Section | Diet TBPN·Mar 07, 2026
“… with Holly Hunter and Paul Giamatti and an incredible cast. Also, tomorrow I will be performing for the Stand Up for Equality show March 4th in Los Angeles with Margaret Cho, Matteo Lane and a bunch of incredible comedians. come on out and please share any of your favorite episodes with anybody rate review subscribe youtube go to youtube yeah um our fun merch We have all these great shirts that have come out Oh we have our show The Will Turn Yes. That's right. In Los Angeles, May 4th, as part of the Netflix Is a Joke Festival, we will be doing a handsome live show. Do we announce our guests? Yep. …”“… restaurant there called the Sandy-ago. Oh, there you go. There you are. Wait, I don't get it. Well, there's like waffles called Eggos. Oh, the sandy Eggo. I'm also in Cedar Rapids, Rochester, Minnesota. Also check out Starfleet Academy that I'm on with Holly Hunter and Paul Giamatti and an incredible cast. Also, tomorrow I will be performing for the Stand Up for Equality show March 4th in Los Angeles with Margaret Cho, Matteo Lane and a bunch of incredible comedians. come on out and please share any of your favorite episodes with anybody rate review subscribe youtube go to youtube yeah um our fun merch We have all these great shirts that have come out Oh we have our show The Will Turn Yes. That's right. In Los Angeles, May 4th, as part of the Netflix Is a Joke Festival, we will be doing a handsome live show. Do we announce our guests? Yep. It's Brittany Snow and Malin Ackerman. Yeah. Excellent. From The Hunting Wives. A lot of lessee stuff going on in that show.”View more
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After a challenging surgery in 2019, I found myself craving massive chocolate milkshakes and giant vegan cinnamon rolls. Surprisingly, these indulgences didn't turn me off—I'm still in love with them! Now, as I prepare for my upcoming tour, I'm ready to share my journey of recovery and newfound food preferences.
Handsome·Sara Bareilles asks about ripe bananas·Mar 03, 2026
“… scene of how it all went down here. Here we go. 1998. In the late 20th century, hostile forces inside the United States grow strong. The city of Los Angeles is ravaged by crime and immorality. To protect and defend its citizens, the United States Police Force is formed. Measuring 9.6 on the Richter scale hits at 12.59 p.m., August 23rd, in the year 2000. After the devastation, the Constitution is amended and the newly elected president accepts a lifetime term of office. Los Angeles Island is declared no longer part of the United States and becomes the deportation point where all people found …”“I want to talk about Cuervo Jones. Oh, yeah. There is so much. And Toss Lima. Is that how you say your name? I think so. I want to talk about, oh, yeah, go ahead. I'll just play the opening to set the scene of how it all went down here. Here we go. 1998. In the late 20th century, hostile forces inside the United States grow strong. The city of Los Angeles is ravaged by crime and immorality. To protect and defend its citizens, the United States Police Force is formed. Measuring 9.6 on the Richter scale hits at 12.59 p.m., August 23rd, in the year 2000. After the devastation, the Constitution is amended and the newly elected president accepts a lifetime term of office. Los Angeles Island is declared no longer part of the United States and becomes the deportation point where all people found undesirable or unfit to live in the new moral America. That's a fuckload of exposition. Yeah. That's a lot. Like, even watching it now, it's like, wow, I didn't even remember it being that dense. Right. It's a lot. Yeah, yeah, yeah. I feel like they should have saved money on, like, all those car accidents and worked more with the green screen, because I …”View more
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Cuervo Jones, a film set in a dystopian Los Angeles, showcases some of the worst special effects ever seen, despite a $50 million budget. Released in the same year as Jurassic Park, its production quality pales in comparison, leading to a fascinating critique of how even a modest budget can produce stunning visuals while Cuervo Jones falters. The discussion reveals just how far special effects have come, and why this film's choices fell flat.
How Did This Get Made?·Escape from L.A. LIVE! w/ D’Arcy Carden & Dan Levy (HDTGM Matinee)·Mar 03, 2026
“… joy. I hope y'all know that. To all of us people out here in the middle of the United States. Let us know when you're gonna do a set out here in Los Angeles. I'm gonna come. Okay, I will. I'll be working on that new hour, Jason. Come on. All right, you angel. You angel. Thank you for this today. Have a great rest of your day, Leanne. Thank you, Leanne. Thank y'all. Bye, bye, bye, bye, bye. Bye. See you. Bye, bye. Sean, what a great guest. I know, she was great. I, you know, Scotty loves her. Lives her. And I do too. But I mean, he's seen every single thing she's ever done. Scotty turned you on to …”“… just an absolute, unbelievable joy. And all your success is so deserved. It's so awesome to talk with you. Thanks for talking to us today. Thank you. I'm in love with all three of y'all. Back at you. Y'all are darling. Y'all have given so much joy. I hope y'all know that. To all of us people out here in the middle of the United States. Let us know when you're gonna do a set out here in Los Angeles. I'm gonna come. Okay, I will. I'll be working on that new hour, Jason. Come on. All right, you angel. You angel. Thank you for this today. Have a great rest of your day, Leanne. Thank you, Leanne. Thank y'all. Bye, bye, bye, bye, bye. Bye. See you. Bye, bye. Sean, what a great guest. I know, she was great. I, you know, Scotty loves her. Lives her. And I do too. But I mean, he's seen every single thing she's ever done. Scotty turned you on to her? Yeah. And I was like, wow, she is really funny. She's really funny. I can hear her talking about Chuck Morgan all day. I wanna see him. I know, he comes up a lot. He's so fun. He's gotta come out on stage. Wouldn't that be fun? I wanna talk to that guy. Book him. All right, book him. Don't shout at me. Don't shout orders at me. Hey, are you …”View more
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Leanne Morgan describes her recent success as feeling like winning the lottery, expressing immense gratitude for her journey. In a heartfelt conversation, she shares her joy and connection with the audience, leaving a lasting impression on her fans. This segment captures the essence of her personality and the love she has for her supporters.
“… that. There's something to be said there. Are you allowed to tell us where you're at in the world or some general? since? Yes, I'm actually in Los Angeles, California. And did you move here or are you born here? I moved here, so this story will actually take place on my road trip whilst moving out to California in 2020. Okay, because you strike me as a Midwesterner just right off the bat for some reason. Where are you from originally? Minnesota.”“… I'm going by Rose because I work in education. And so I figure just best practice to have a pseudonym. But I will have my dog's name be her actual name because she's the star of the story. Okay, great. Anna Rose by any other name. Oh, I like that. There's something to be said there. Are you allowed to tell us where you're at in the world or some general? since? Yes, I'm actually in Los Angeles, California. And did you move here or are you born here? I moved here, so this story will actually take place on my road trip whilst moving out to California in 2020. Okay, because you strike me as a Midwesterner just right off the bat for some reason. Where are you from originally? Minnesota.”View more
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A dog bite during a road trip to California left lasting effects on my life and perspective. As I navigated this unexpected challenge, I learned valuable lessons about resilience and the bond between humans and dogs. This story reveals how a single incident can shape our journey in profound ways.
Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard·Armchair Anonymous: Pets·Jan 23, 2026
“… not anti-sandmen. Zeve Byrne, a particle theorist at the Mani L. Bahumik Institute for Theoretical Physics at the University of California, Los Angeles, says, the ideas are not revolutionary, but what is revolutionary is that a machine can do this. What accent is that? I don't know. The popular large language model developed by the company OpenAI has revealed that apparently, well, what's interesting about this? Okay, this is what really is interesting about this. Up to now, physicists have just assumed that this interaction between gluons just would never happen. They just say, no, chances …”“… this? This is from Science Magazine. Well, it's probably just a hallucination. Why do you think we hate it? Because it's just a hallucination. You see, that's what you're projecting onto us. Oh, okay. A vision. No, you see, this is the thing, Leo. We're not anti-sandmen. Zeve Byrne, a particle theorist at the Mani L. Bahumik Institute for Theoretical Physics at the University of California, Los Angeles, says, the ideas are not revolutionary, but what is revolutionary is that a machine can do this. What accent is that? I don't know. The popular large language model developed by the company OpenAI has revealed that apparently, well, what's interesting about this? Okay, this is what really is interesting about this. Up to now, physicists have just assumed that this interaction between gluons just would never happen. They just say, no, chances are zero. And they can't know because they're so high-powered, they can't. Right, but they just made an assumption which the AI was unwilling to make, and in fact, the AI has revealed that this interaction can occur. It's deep inside the protons and neutrons. Researchers announced the possibility at the meeting of the AAAS, which publishes this …”View more
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AI has revealed a surprising possibility in particle physics that physicists previously deemed impossible. By challenging long-held assumptions about gluon interactions, the AI was able to generate a formula that led to a robust proof, demonstrating the power of machine learning in scientific research. This breakthrough highlights how human intuition combined with AI can lead to groundbreaking discoveries.
“Gentlemen, what's happening? Oh, E. Joe, where do we begin? Where do you begin? Let me tell you. When I first came to Los Angeles in 1994, there was two places that I had to go. One of them was the Comedy Store, and the other one was the Jet Center. I started training at the Jet Center in 1994 before you guys shut down, because you had the earthquake and you had the roof damage. So I was there before that happened, and I took your classes. I took your kickboxing classes, because I remember it was very scary, because you had a bunch of gang members in there, because you …”“Gentlemen, what's happening? Oh, E. Joe, where do we begin? Where do you begin? Let me tell you. When I first came to Los Angeles in 1994, there was two places that I had to go. One of them was the Comedy Store, and the other one was the Jet Center. I started training at the Jet Center in 1994 before you guys shut down, because you had the earthquake and you had the roof damage. So I was there before that happened, and I took your classes. I took your kickboxing classes, because I remember it was very scary, because you had a bunch of gang members in there, because you were doing that sort of outreach program where you're helping young gang members. So I had to spar with gang members. So I was training at the Jet Center until it shut down, and then I went briefly when you guys reopened in North Hollywood. I went to that place for a little bit, too. But then I started training at Majiro Gym, which is in the Valley. …”View more
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After losing his son to gun violence, a father took action to transform his community. He founded a nonprofit to address the cycle of violence, promoting peace and forgiveness while providing martial arts training to empower youth. His journey illustrates the impact of personal loss on community activism and healing.
The Joe Rogan Experience·JRE MMA Show #173 with Benny "The Jet" Urquidez & William "Blinky" Rodriguez·Jan 21, 2026
“… God if I I do speak some Spanish and I like to break it out every now and then nice and I was using it yeah I try and use it as much as I can in Los Angeles where there's a lot of opportunities to do it it doesn't always go very well but I like to try and your voice gets a lot lower a little mustache a little Telemundo mustache but I know that there's a rhythm to these languages and you start to behave a little differently and and and I would imagine I if I spoke French I could see myself becoming more existential yeah maybe a little more dismissive you know and you should try it yeah I know I know …”“… screechy but definitely a you know a little bit a little bit higher voiced yeah I have a totally different personality I have the the personality of somebody who's eternally frustrated that they can't communicate themselves well enough I I swear to God if I I do speak some Spanish and I like to break it out every now and then nice and I was using it yeah I try and use it as much as I can in Los Angeles where there's a lot of opportunities to do it it doesn't always go very well but I like to try and your voice gets a lot lower a little mustache a little Telemundo mustache but I know that there's a rhythm to these languages and you start to behave a little differently and and and I would imagine I if I spoke French I could see myself becoming more existential yeah maybe a little more dismissive you know and you should try it yeah I know I know but I might start smoking yes and drinking red wine at 11 in the morning just being never saying yes that sounds like a good idea just being I don't know I don't know I but I do think that different languages that's true yeah I'm playing a expatriate in the movie so there's something about that you know people that leave everything behind and they …”View more
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Jodie Foster's performance in 'Silence of the Lambs' redefined what bravery looks like on screen, showcasing a female character navigating a male-dominated world with genuine fear and vulnerability. This watershed moment highlighted the complexity of women's roles in film, challenging the traditional hero's journey reserved for men. Foster's journey reflects her desire to tell untold stories and empower others, marking a significant shift in cinematic storytelling.
Conan O’Brien Needs A Friend·Jodie Foster·Jan 19, 2026
“I would just to get my rocks off I would like to have a go at him Just some background information I bought RFK Jr house in Los Angeles five years ago I still have not lived in this house That how fucked up this house was The idea that this guy is in charge of the health of our country when he didn't even have a proper foundation at his house. And when they opened up the house, they were like, this house is the most toxic environment. You cannot live here for at least two years. I see him all the time and I'm like, what did you do to Chelsea's house? What did you do to …”“I would just to get my rocks off I would like to have a go at him Just some background information I bought RFK Jr house in Los Angeles five years ago I still have not lived in this house That how fucked up this house was The idea that this guy is in charge of the health of our country when he didn't even have a proper foundation at his house. And when they opened up the house, they were like, this house is the most toxic environment. You cannot live here for at least two years. I see him all the time and I'm like, what did you do to Chelsea's house? What did you do to Chelsea's house? Fucking don't buy the fucking house, bitch. But fix the house. The fact that in five years you can't, as an adult who has a career, cannot find enough contractors or people to be able to fix this house for you. Maybe we shouldn't give you a podcast, Chelsea. Get the fuck out. Get the road. I don't get what's wrong with the foundation. By …”View more
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In this hilarious segment, the host hilariously critiques Chelsea Handler for taking five years to renovate a house she bought from RFK Jr., calling her out for her excuses and lack of action. The absurdity of her situation and the comedic banter about home renovation mishaps make for a compelling and entertaining listen.
Adam Carolla Show·Chris Hansen Says We Need the Death Penalty·Mar 18, 2026
“… Let me just say I been getting a ton of shit because I one of the 10 of Democrats that's supportive of military action in Iran. I grew up in Los Angeles, largest concentration I think of Iranians outside of Tehran. And my roommate, my sophomore year Iranian, I've said this before, Iranians are the only immigrants I have ever met who are more American than Americans.”“… backpacks. And I'm like, hey, one backpack was books, the other backpack was hats. I would buy the hats for 99 cents and sell it for seven bucks. And that was my way of making money when I was 14 15 years old By the way that so Iranian That so Iranian Let me just say I been getting a ton of shit because I one of the 10 of Democrats that's supportive of military action in Iran. I grew up in Los Angeles, largest concentration I think of Iranians outside of Tehran. And my roommate, my sophomore year Iranian, I've said this before, Iranians are the only immigrants I have ever met who are more American than Americans.”View more
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After 25 years as an atheist, I found purpose through two transformative books: C.S. Lewis's 'Mere Christianity' and 'Case for Christ' by a mathematician. This shift in perspective fueled my entrepreneurial spirit, starting from selling hats in school to embracing a vision for success. It's a story of how belief can redefine your path to wealth and fulfillment.
PBD Podcast·Scott Galloway: Why Young Men Are Falling Behind | PBD #758·Mar 12, 2026
“… I think it was the two of us were suggesting This is our idea. Again, this is our idea. But is there a better car for a group of young men in Los Angeles to share for first dates than a Lamborghini Urus? Do we have a budget here? Well, I mean, we're talking about eight or so guys. There's eight or so guys. So they're going to all be paying a normal car payment of a couple hundred dollars. But you add that up, you get into like three grand. You get into like three grand a month. Potentially lease like a Rolls Royce. A Rolls Royce. But that's not maybe the right date car. So yeah, the team's right …”“… They go on date nights. They were thinking about going in and buying one car that they would share They were considering a Lamborghini Urus that they would each have a few nights a month with which to go on first dates with And some more backstory I think it was the two of us were suggesting This is our idea. Again, this is our idea. But is there a better car for a group of young men in Los Angeles to share for first dates than a Lamborghini Urus? Do we have a budget here? Well, I mean, we're talking about eight or so guys. There's eight or so guys. So they're going to all be paying a normal car payment of a couple hundred dollars. But you add that up, you get into like three grand. You get into like three grand a month. Potentially lease like a Rolls Royce. A Rolls Royce. But that's not maybe the right date car. So yeah, the team's right there if you want to take a look. If it was me, I would get a Bentayga for that same money. But it depends on the type of lady or man that you're trying to attract. There's a certain type of lady or man that is interested in an Urus driver. And there's a certain type that's interested in a Bentayga. and you kind of got to just figure out what …”View more
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A group of young singles in Los Angeles considers sharing a Lamborghini Urus for their date nights, but is it the right choice? They debate whether a more luxurious option like a Bentley Bentayga might attract the right partner. Ultimately, the type of vehicle reflects the kind of dates they're hoping to impress.
“… who will say, hey, wait a second, we lose to the glamorous markets in free agency. No player is going to pick us in Midwest City X over Los Angeles or New York or Miami. And so our best and most secure vehicle to getting a superstar player is being bad in the right draft and getting lucky in the lottery. And if you take that away from us, is it going to increase the disparity between big market teams and small market teams? But those are the two main sort of quibbles that come up. Too many of these smaller market teams were worried that the draft wheel would take too much hope away from …”“… draft. But with the draft wheel, no matter how crappy your team is, you are still just going to get whatever pick the draft wheel says is on the next book. And connected to that, there is always some contingent of small market owners, front office executives who will say, hey, wait a second, we lose to the glamorous markets in free agency. No player is going to pick us in Midwest City X over Los Angeles or New York or Miami. And so our best and most secure vehicle to getting a superstar player is being bad in the right draft and getting lucky in the lottery. And if you take that away from us, is it going to increase the disparity between big market teams and small market teams? But those are the two main sort of quibbles that come up. Too many of these smaller market teams were worried that the draft wheel would take too much hope away from bad teams. And that's partly why the wheel never really got serious traction. Yeah, big changes like this, they are not done top down by the league. It would take a vote of all 30 teams and would require three of the teams to say yes So a lot of teams would need to change their minds for this to become a reality So for our next option for fixing the …”View more
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The NBA could eliminate tanking by disconnecting team records from draft picks through an innovative concept called the draft wheel. This system would randomly assign draft picks to teams over a 30-year cycle, ensuring that poor performance doesn't guarantee a top pick. However, small market teams fear this change could trap them in a cycle of bad performance without hope for improvement.
Planet Money·Planet Money vs. the NBA’s tanking problem·Mar 06, 2026
“… sane, and consensual, go for it. 34 and you're YOLOing? My goodness. Apparently the craziest hexesities to live in for all the fun events are Los Angeles, New York City, and Austin, Texas. Oh, so I should move here. What the hell no! Be another Californian that invades Austin? Please no. We don't want you. We don't need you. You are unnecessary. the life of the party. Okay, so how'd that get you into debt? What are you spending on all that shit? Outfits, shoes, gear, leather. So you're in that community anyway. Oh, I guess it makes sense. What, do you just say LGB? Yeah. Really? Yeah. Actually, …”“… that. So one group I'm still a part of and I host parties. I volunteer at parties. And I talked to a crazy sex person once because, you know, I'm a little dabbler. YOLO. Huh? you only live once. Double. Did you just YOLO me? Yeah. As long as it's safe, sane, and consensual, go for it. 34 and you're YOLOing? My goodness. Apparently the craziest hexesities to live in for all the fun events are Los Angeles, New York City, and Austin, Texas. Oh, so I should move here. What the hell no! Be another Californian that invades Austin? Please no. We don't want you. We don't need you. You are unnecessary. the life of the party. Okay, so how'd that get you into debt? What are you spending on all that shit? Outfits, shoes, gear, leather. So you're in that community anyway. Oh, I guess it makes sense. What, do you just say LGB? Yeah. Really? Yeah. Actually, you go around and you're just like LGB. No, I actually don't consider myself a part of the LGB whatever alphabet community.”View more
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I spend $2,000 a month on rent and another $1,600 on BDSM outfits and parties, which has put me in debt. Despite being kicked out of some groups, I still host parties and embrace my identity within the community. This lifestyle reflects my belief in living life to the fullest, even if it comes with financial consequences.
Financial Audit·Crazy Ex-Girlfriend Is Mad I Won't F*ck Her | Financial Audit·Mar 06, 2026
“… So hopefully we'll see the same. Yeah, in the Indian Ocean, that was a remarkable video. Dramatic ending. Is the entire team based in Los Angeles? Where is the team dispersed and what are you hiring for going forward Yeah we just over a thousand people and more than 900 are in Los Los Angeles in Long Beach specifically In our manufacturing you know we have control room we have integration room we manufacture our primary structure We brought that capability to America for 20 years It has been outsourced abroad. You can see actually on my right, our test site in Mojave. Then we have an …”“… a camera there and live stream it because they're pretty good at watching the rockets come down even when they're landing in the middle of the ocean. So hopefully we can see the de-orbiting. Yeah, we saw some of the Starship re-entry was pretty spectacular. So hopefully we'll see the same. Yeah, in the Indian Ocean, that was a remarkable video. Dramatic ending. Is the entire team based in Los Angeles? Where is the team dispersed and what are you hiring for going forward Yeah we just over a thousand people and more than 900 are in Los Los Angeles in Long Beach specifically In our manufacturing you know we have control room we have integration room we manufacture our primary structure We brought that capability to America for 20 years It has been outsourced abroad. You can see actually on my right, our test site in Mojave. Then we have an operation in the Mojave Desert where we test things. You know, we're a pretty small team there. We have an office in DC. We just opened an office in Japan where you've seen some of our investors are from Japan, the largest bank, MUFG, Mitsui from Japan, and Nikon, the camera company. Japan is actually one of the key market for human spaceflight. They …”View more
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NASA is preparing for a dramatic de-orbit of the International Space Station (ISS) by 2030, using a special SpaceX vehicle to safely guide it into the Pacific Ocean. This plan includes testing and potential live streaming of the event, promising a spectacular display as the ISS re-enters Earth's atmosphere. With preparations underway, the ISS's retirement could be an unforgettable moment in space history.
TBPN·Daniel Gross’s AGI Trades, SpaceX’s $1.75T IPO, Google Silences Sweeney | Mark Gurman, Dan Primack, Cameron McCord, Max Haot, Christian Howell·Mar 05, 2026
“… over the past few years is reading about deep canvassing techniques, which were a whole bunch of techniques developed by the LGBTQ Center in Los Angeles when gay marriage was on the ballot. And instead of just sending people around to be like, do you support this? Yes or no. They would send people out and have them have the goal of having conversations that required both parties to ask questions and both parties to share personal anecdotes. And it massively changed people's minds about these topics. And so I have not found a way to make this sound less like VC tech deck like and I'm so sorry, …”“… Don't even try and talk to people about what you're thinking about and your logic. Just ask them where they get their foundations of their thoughts thoughts One of the things that has changed a lot about how I think about science communication over the past few years is reading about deep canvassing techniques, which were a whole bunch of techniques developed by the LGBTQ Center in Los Angeles when gay marriage was on the ballot. And instead of just sending people around to be like, do you support this? Yes or no. They would send people out and have them have the goal of having conversations that required both parties to ask questions and both parties to share personal anecdotes. And it massively changed people's minds about these topics. And so I have not found a way to make this sound less like VC tech deck like and I'm so sorry, but I have tried to start thinking about it less as science communication and more as science conversation. like which I know and I hate it I hate it so much but like when can I converse with someone when can I have a conversation instead of me just talking at them and so I spend a lot of time now in the comment sections I was gonna say which is a …”View more
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At a recent STEM night, a scientist invited kids and parents to ask any question, creating a vibrant atmosphere of curiosity and connection. This approach, inspired by deep canvassing techniques, shifted the focus from traditional science communication to engaging conversations, allowing participants to realize they weren't alone in their questions. The result was a charming experience that broke down barriers and fostered a sense of community around science.
Never Post·Not What You Know, but How You Know: Science Communicators Roundtable·Mar 05, 2026
“… And then it's like $468 million then. It's crazy. The little add-ons will get you, boys and girls. All right, not with us. Hey, David is in Los Angeles. Hey, David, what's up? Hey, guys. Thanks so much for taking my call. Sure. How can I help? Wanted to ask a question. My wife and I have been given an opportunity to move to Alaska for a job that sounds like it's going to be much better for our family in terms of time, getting to spend time together, but I'm a little nervous because it's technically a title lower than the one I'm currently working. I'm wanting to make sure I'm not giving up too …”“… So as soon as you get all your tax documents, go to RamseySolutions.com slash Smart Tax and start filing. And there's not a bunch of gotchas in there like the other people like TurboTax. It's quote-unquote free until you have one extra document. And then it's like $468 million then. It's crazy. The little add-ons will get you, boys and girls. All right, not with us. Hey, David is in Los Angeles. Hey, David, what's up? Hey, guys. Thanks so much for taking my call. Sure. How can I help? Wanted to ask a question. My wife and I have been given an opportunity to move to Alaska for a job that sounds like it's going to be much better for our family in terms of time, getting to spend time together, but I'm a little nervous because it's technically a title lower than the one I'm currently working. I'm wanting to make sure I'm not giving up too much opportunity, but also want to improve my family's life in the immediate situation. So kind of get a little guidance on that. What is your field? Why does title matter? Yeah, so I'm a marriage and family therapist. I'm currently working as a clinical director at a treatment center down here. What's the new title? So the new title would be a …”View more
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Taking a job with a lower title can actually be a smart move for your family's well-being. A marriage and family therapist considers relocating to Alaska for a better quality of life, despite the title change from clinical director to clinical manager. The conversation reveals that titles may not matter as much as responsibilities and overall happiness in life.
The Ramsey Show·Your Money Isn’t the Problem—Your Plan Is·Mar 04, 2026
“… That's not who I was talking about. But that's also interesting. Okay, so that's what Andrew was busy doing for a while. He was living in Los Angeles, and he wasn't just doing black hat marketing, launching people's careers, but also building websites and tech companies and buying and selling them. He was solidly tuned into the internet and saw it in a way that not many did. And one of his friends is Morgan, and they like to go into football games together. Back in the day, we had tickets to the LA Rams. So we would go to the games every week, every eight times a year or whatever. We'd go to …”“… is a major artist now. They were up for a Grammy, a bunch of things. Their entire first album was fake. Okay, I know who you're talking about. Check this out. I saw this article last week. Spotify accuses Drake of forging billions of fraudulent streams. That's not who I was talking about. But that's also interesting. Okay, so that's what Andrew was busy doing for a while. He was living in Los Angeles, and he wasn't just doing black hat marketing, launching people's careers, but also building websites and tech companies and buying and selling them. He was solidly tuned into the internet and saw it in a way that not many did. And one of his friends is Morgan, and they like to go into football games together. Back in the day, we had tickets to the LA Rams. So we would go to the games every week, every eight times a year or whatever. We'd go to the games all together. We had 10 seats together. So it was Morgan, me, and a bunch of music exec guys that we'd known and just randomly together. So anyway, we were there all the time. And around, I was everyone's weird crypto friend. I started mining in 2011 and sort of I've been really interested in the sort of technology and how it could be …”View more
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An independent musician skyrocketed to number one on iTunes and number seven on Billboard without any label support, sparking disbelief in the industry. Their success was driven by innovative guerrilla marketing techniques and a deep connection with fans, proving that authenticity can outshine traditional marketing methods. This story reveals how the right strategies can lead to explosive growth, even in a skeptical market.
“… You may need some help with that with a friend that's around car dealers. But, you know, with how to actually mechanically do the transaction in Los Angeles, California. But that's how the method works. You have to have all the money to pay off the lease to get the title. And then they hand you the title and you hand the title. In the meantime the new buyer is driving it off a bill of sale And that how all transactions work But there a few little nuances to how they go down in different states and how the process works And I'm not positive about California, but that's a concept that you're working …”“… so what you have to do is find someone, a dealer or a person, that will write you a check for 42. You have to add four to that check and buy out the lease. They hand you the title. You hand the buyer the title. And that's how the process goes down. You may need some help with that with a friend that's around car dealers. But, you know, with how to actually mechanically do the transaction in Los Angeles, California. But that's how the method works. You have to have all the money to pay off the lease to get the title. And then they hand you the title and you hand the title. In the meantime the new buyer is driving it off a bill of sale And that how all transactions work But there a few little nuances to how they go down in different states and how the process works And I'm not positive about California, but that's a concept that you're working off of, Joshua. The big deal is you've got to decide this thing has to go. Yes.”View more
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Deciding to sell your debt-heavy truck can be the key to unlocking a better financial future. By understanding how to buy out your lease and sell the vehicle, you can turn a financial burden into cash. This method involves finding a buyer who can help you navigate the transaction, making it a smart move for anyone stuck in a lease.
The Ramsey Show·How Can I Rebuild Trust After a Gambling Addiction?·Mar 03, 2026
“… SyFy following, and then you guys kind of picked up the forgotten license of it. Yeah, yeah, and part of that is the luck that I have living in Los Angeles. So I had published a comic book called Mr. Stuffins, and that comic book had drawn the attention. It was like the Mark Wahlberg project, Ted, but as James Bond, or like a secret agent. It was like a secret agent teddy bear, right? Great. There's your one line, secret agent teddy bear, right? Yeah, yeah. And so the teddy bear had attracted Jim Henson's attention, the company, which was run by Lisa Henson. And so I ran around town and pitched …”“… an example of the strategy. So Farscape had a small audience that was not enough to sustain it for a tremendous amount of time on SyFy Channel, but it was love. And if people don't know, that's a TV, it was a TV show, and then it had a real cult SyFy following, and then you guys kind of picked up the forgotten license of it. Yeah, yeah, and part of that is the luck that I have living in Los Angeles. So I had published a comic book called Mr. Stuffins, and that comic book had drawn the attention. It was like the Mark Wahlberg project, Ted, but as James Bond, or like a secret agent. It was like a secret agent teddy bear, right? Great. There's your one line, secret agent teddy bear, right? Yeah, yeah. And so the teddy bear had attracted Jim Henson's attention, the company, which was run by Lisa Henson. And so I ran around town and pitched the project with Lisa Henson. And I was sitting in the lobby at 20th Century Fox, and I turned to Lisa and I said, hey, I wanna do Farscape comics. And she was like, okay. And that's how that all happened. And so I knew that there was a hardcore, dedicated Farscape fan base with Jim Henson and SyFy Channel. And I knew that if I managed that properly, …”View more
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The revival of Farscape comics was driven by a strategic understanding of niche audiences, tapping into the show's dedicated fanbase. This opportunity arose when a secret agent teddy bear comic caught Jim Henson's attention, leading to a pitch that opened the door to licensing and publishing Farscape. This approach highlights the importance of recognizing and serving underserved markets in comic publishing.
Technically Creative by KoobrikLabs·Why Comics Still Build Hollywood’s Best IP with Ross Richie from BOOM! Studios·Feb 24, 2026
“… they the Daily Dot went to apparently Jim Henson's son Brian Henson does a live improv comedy show starring puppeteers That's the Montalban in Los Angeles and they went and asked Brian Henson what he thinks He says better than it not coming to VR. He also said yep. Yep that they did a thorough job capturing the show He said users will be able to sit in any seat in the house While watching Muppet vision changing up the view which is a good use I think of of the vision Pro Yeah I mean you can like or dislike 3d movies or other stuff like that But but bottom line if you've got devices capable of …”“… In the afternoons because it's air-conditioning and people want to get inside and then it's fun for family members of all ages, right? It's it's the the it's definitely not the adult Muppet humor, but it's like the the family-friendly Muppet humor So they the Daily Dot went to apparently Jim Henson's son Brian Henson does a live improv comedy show starring puppeteers That's the Montalban in Los Angeles and they went and asked Brian Henson what he thinks He says better than it not coming to VR. He also said yep. Yep that they did a thorough job capturing the show He said users will be able to sit in any seat in the house While watching Muppet vision changing up the view which is a good use I think of of the vision Pro Yeah I mean you can like or dislike 3d movies or other stuff like that But but bottom line if you've got devices capable of playing them It would be really nice to make them available so that they don't just vanish like there's I've got a was at the 50th anniversary of Doctor Who they shot in 3d and It was only it's I think only ever released on like a DVD where you could get the 3d in the nut and I had To rip it myself using like a Windows app and emulation to get it in a …”View more
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Apple is set to begin manufacturing the Mac mini in Houston, Texas, marking a significant step in their $600 billion investment promise to U.S. manufacturing. This initiative not only aims to boost local production but also includes training programs to develop skilled labor in the tech manufacturing sector, addressing a long-standing gap in the workforce. This strategy could pave the way for more American-made products in the future.
“… for you about the Lucas thing. That's very exciting. Is it at all intersecting or tied to this very stealthy museum project that's going on in Los Angeles that my friend Jim Gianopolis is working on or it's a totally separate thing? It's totally separate. It's really, Lucas Learning is a subset of the George Lucas Educational Foundation, which does Edutopia. And in an interesting way, this is sort of, I call it Lucas Learning 4.0, because I was kind of involved in 1.0 back in the early 90s. And then it went through another couple of iterations over the last, say, 35 years or so. And now it's …”“… because when I retired from Red years ago, my retirement lasted about two days. And then my friend Ted Galiano said, we have an idea. And that was that. So welcome to the new form of retirement. It's kind of lovely. Yeah, exactly. I do have a question for you about the Lucas thing. That's very exciting. Is it at all intersecting or tied to this very stealthy museum project that's going on in Los Angeles that my friend Jim Gianopolis is working on or it's a totally separate thing? It's totally separate. It's really, Lucas Learning is a subset of the George Lucas Educational Foundation, which does Edutopia. And in an interesting way, this is sort of, I call it Lucas Learning 4.0, because I was kind of involved in 1.0 back in the early 90s. And then it went through another couple of iterations over the last, say, 35 years or so. And now it's really solidly a part of the foundation as opposed to Lucasfilm, which it was back in the day when I was first involved. Very cool. Well, both Charlie and I are involved”View more
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Retirement lasted just a weekend for one former executive who couldn't resist an enticing interim role at the George Lucas Educational Foundation. Reflecting on his early career, he shares how this unexpected opportunity reignited his passion for educational projects. This story illustrates how retirement can lead to new and exciting ventures, rather than a quiet end.
The AI XR Podcast·Using A “Rebel Alliance” Strategy To Elevate AI & VR Learning - ILMxLab’s Vicki Dobbs Beck·Feb 24, 2026
“… seen that. I thought you were going to mention the, have you seen the stealthy cell phone towers? So there are cell phone towers all over Los Angeles that are dressed up like trees. Yeah. They always get me. They always get you. I can never tell. No, I'm kidding. No, of course you can tell. From very far away. They do sort of like fade into the background and you don't notice them as much as like a full on crazy cell tower in your face. AI folks have about four months to pull a cure for cancer out of the latent space before we drift into Butlerian Jihad, a tractor basin. Yeah. Jihad. …”“… They got to make them look better. Yeah. Okay. So you were talking about the jungle gym, but there is that you've probably seen it. There's in Denmark, there's the ski hill. That's on top of the power plant. Wait, really? Have you seen that? No, I haven't seen that. I thought you were going to mention the, have you seen the stealthy cell phone towers? So there are cell phone towers all over Los Angeles that are dressed up like trees. Yeah. They always get me. They always get you. I can never tell. No, I'm kidding. No, of course you can tell. From very far away. They do sort of like fade into the background and you don't notice them as much as like a full on crazy cell tower in your face. AI folks have about four months to pull a cure for cancer out of the latent space before we drift into Butlerian Jihad, a tractor basin. Yeah. Jihad. Butlerian Jihad is from Dune. They don't want computers, so they use spice and they travel around that way. Yeah. It's really popular. I mean, we talked to Sagar and Jetty about this. It's bipartisan. It's, it's very, very broad support against data center build out. And there doesn't seem to be anything that's, that's pushing back against it. And I was …”View more
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AI might not deliver a magical cancer cure, but its real impact lies in speeding up research processes through tools like Excel. While scientists receive accolades for breakthroughs, the unsung heroes are the technologies that enable their work, often overlooked in the narrative. This highlights the importance of recognizing the foundational elements behind medical advancements.
“… Pro. That is not this. What Apple is expected to announce in 2026 and released by winter is smart glasses without a display. At this moment in Los Angeles is a social media health case, really. A young woman and her mother was suing YouTube, TikTok, Snap, and Instagram. And some of those are settled. But today, Mark Zuckerberg has been basically defending himself. What interests me is apparently a whole team of meta people walked into court wearing these glasses. And the judge said to them, do you want to be held in contempt for this? But I was interested, too, because she obviously saw what they …”“… then fully sci-fi augmented reality future glasses that don't exist, then fully VR immersive headset Apple Vision Pro. That's where we are. Apple is developing the futuristic ones based on Vision OS. That will be a computing platform like Apple Vision Pro. That is not this. What Apple is expected to announce in 2026 and released by winter is smart glasses without a display. At this moment in Los Angeles is a social media health case, really. A young woman and her mother was suing YouTube, TikTok, Snap, and Instagram. And some of those are settled. But today, Mark Zuckerberg has been basically defending himself. What interests me is apparently a whole team of meta people walked into court wearing these glasses. And the judge said to them, do you want to be held in contempt for this? But I was interested, too, because she obviously saw what they were. And you and I talked before about how incredibly obvious they are. But Astrid A. Raphael, a great French thriller series, one of the characters in an episode I saw recently put on the glasses to take a photograph. And I did not realize they were the meta glasses until we saw the photo. So I think I mean, if I'm fooled and I'm looking out for …”View more
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Apple's upcoming smart glasses, expected in late 2026, aim to enhance user experience while prioritizing privacy. Unlike Meta's controversial glasses that could potentially invade privacy, Apple's design focuses on contextual awareness without compromising user security. This stark contrast raises questions about the future of wearable technology in public spaces.
AppleInsider Podcast·March 4's Apple Experience, color MacBooks, and iOS 26.4 on the AppleInsider Podcast·Feb 20, 2026
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Creating an environment where vulnerability thrives is key to building trust in creative spaces. By implementing a 'no asshole' policy and curating intimate events, attendees—ranging from major studio innovators to artists—forge genuine connections that foster collaboration. This unique approach not only combats fear surrounding new technologies but also encourages a kinship among diverse creative minds.
Technically Creative by KoobrikLabs·Where Ai And Artists Meet; Dani Van de Sande of Artist and the Machine·Feb 17, 2026
“… which you are correct on and I understand it fully well, and then there's the reality on the field which is Seattle, San Francisco, New York, Los Angeles, Australia other places have a much higher minimum wage They have higher happiness in the population. I don't actually think it will have any impact because I think it's artificially low But that's just one man's opinion. I think it would change the game here in America And I think it would actually do something to your uh concern freeberg about socialism I think that if people felt that there was a you know, kind of a backstop against this low …”“… in New York to pay 15 to 20 bucks for a cashier Sure, but we have really low minimum We have very low unemployment now and the businesses can clearly afford to pay an extra buck an hour or two bucks an hour So there's the theoretical Academic argument which you are correct on and I understand it fully well, and then there's the reality on the field which is Seattle, San Francisco, New York, Los Angeles, Australia other places have a much higher minimum wage They have higher happiness in the population. I don't actually think it will have any impact because I think it's artificially low But that's just one man's opinion. I think it would change the game here in America And I think it would actually do something to your uh concern freeberg about socialism I think that if people felt that there was a you know, kind of a backstop against this low low Cost of labor it might actually make people Pretty stoked, you know that they could get a higher paying hourly job And it might take some of that edge off in the same way universal health care might do that But again, just one man's opinion. I gotta say on all this economic data I think we're kind of missing the lead here, which is we are at …”View more
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America is experiencing a significant economic boom, with the economy adding 172,000 new private sector jobs in January, far exceeding expectations. This growth, driven by the AI boom and increased construction jobs, has brought the unemployment rate down to 4.3%. The conversation shifts from fears of recession to optimism about future job creation and economic productivity.
All-In with Chamath, Jason, Sacks & Friedberg·Debt Spiral or NEW Golden Age? Super Bowl Insider Trading, Booming Token Budgets, Ferrari's New EV·Feb 13, 2026
“… at this point in time. But Pete, nobody better embodied everything about America in the 50s and 60s, like young families, suburbs, West Coast, Los Angeles, television, PR, advertising. Yes. Coming out of the PR background was the perfect positioning for him because he knew that every foot that we have to put forward has to be really polished. We got to stop doing things that are confusing or cannibalizing each other or send mixed messaging or perhaps put a bad taste in Americans mouth. And we need to figure out the very best media strategy, the very best strategy to make it so all the newspapers …”“… young person who most people hadn't heard of. Anybody else they were considering would have been of a different generation, wouldn't have understood the new America in the late 50s and early 60s. These were all old folks who were running the league at this point in time. But Pete, nobody better embodied everything about America in the 50s and 60s, like young families, suburbs, West Coast, Los Angeles, television, PR, advertising. Yes. Coming out of the PR background was the perfect positioning for him because he knew that every foot that we have to put forward has to be really polished. We got to stop doing things that are confusing or cannibalizing each other or send mixed messaging or perhaps put a bad taste in Americans mouth. And we need to figure out the very best media strategy, the very best strategy to make it so all the newspapers and all the TV stations talk about us all the time. The NFL and our teams and our players need to be on the lips of Americans as much as possible. And as GM of the Rams for only two or three years, the Rams were not a successful team on the field even during his tenure, but he makes them into the most profitable team in the league. They actually …”View more
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The NFL's transformation began when Pete Rozelle became commissioner and negotiated a groundbreaking national broadcasting deal, despite facing antitrust challenges. His strategic vision not only united the league but also led to the passing of the Sports Broadcasting Act in 1961, which forever altered the landscape of sports broadcasting in America. This pivotal moment showcased how sports can bring communities together and drive economic growth.
“… or rejiggering our expectations of where Murray sits rest of the season. Now we can do the final game of the night, the Utah Jazz and the LA Clippers. The Jazz, we talked about this yesterday, they decided they were going to start sitting everybody. So Larry Markkinen, Yusuf Nurkic, Kevin Love, all out. Ace Bailey, injured. And then Keontae George, who played through Illness the last game, sat out this one with Illness. So a lot of guys were out. So we had a bit of a weird starting lineup. We had the insertion of Isaiah Collier for Keontae George. We had Kyle Filipowski in place of Yusuf …”“… played only seven minutes. So Reynaud remains a 12-team league guy. Murray does remain a 12-team league guy, but like I said, it's not very good at the moment. And there is a bit of a buy-low happening there, but I think we might be sort of reassessing or rejiggering our expectations of where Murray sits rest of the season. Now we can do the final game of the night, the Utah Jazz and the LA Clippers. The Jazz, we talked about this yesterday, they decided they were going to start sitting everybody. So Larry Markkinen, Yusuf Nurkic, Kevin Love, all out. Ace Bailey, injured. And then Keontae George, who played through Illness the last game, sat out this one with Illness. So a lot of guys were out. So we had a bit of a weird starting lineup. We had the insertion of Isaiah Collier for Keontae George. We had Kyle Filipowski in place of Yusuf Nurkic. And because Taylor Hendricks was already starting, Bryce Sensible was already starting, Sfema Heilig moved back into the starting group. Let's start with the disappointment, and that is Kyle Filipowski. Now the minutes were fine, 28 minutes, four points, six rebounds, one block, 15% shooting. That's obviously very bad. I will, again, say this. …”View more
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The Boston Celtics defeated the Sacramento Kings 120-106, with standout performances from Jalen Brown and Sam Hauser, while the Utah Jazz faced the LA Clippers with several key players missing, leading to unexpected contributions from Isaiah Collier and Kyle Filipowski. The segment also discusses the struggles of Keegan Murray and the inconsistent play of various Clippers players.
Locked On Fantasy Basketball·New Year's Day Fantasy Basketball Action·Jan 02, 2026
“… like, cause this wasn't at all really like pigeon hunting because the Pistons just don't have those guys largely in their starting lineup. And the Clippers, you know, you can hide them on like a Chris Dunn or something who's not really a very good role, man. Instead, it was just Kawhi being like, all right, whoever's guarding me, I'm just going to take that guy one-on-one. We don't see that too much anymore in the NBA. And uh, it's also when your best defender that you have guarding the guy can't even come close to doing the job, it leads to a lot of problems. Yeah. And the only other guy who does …”“… as the main matchup against Kawhi Leonard. And you could say maybe they should have tried something a little bit different, um, but which we'll get to. Uh, and then, you know, someone like Javante Green really couldn't do anything. Kate Cunningham, like, cause this wasn't at all really like pigeon hunting because the Pistons just don't have those guys largely in their starting lineup. And the Clippers, you know, you can hide them on like a Chris Dunn or something who's not really a very good role, man. Instead, it was just Kawhi being like, all right, whoever's guarding me, I'm just going to take that guy one-on-one. We don't see that too much anymore in the NBA. And uh, it's also when your best defender that you have guarding the guy can't even come close to doing the job, it leads to a lot of problems. Yeah. And the only other guy who does that more than anybody else in the league is former Clipper shake oldest Alexander, who those guys were never teammates, but shake and sometimes take the other team's best guy, try to break their spirit. And Kawhi Leonard, like the play that made me like, Ooh, he's cooking though. I knew that she scored 55 was Kawhi Leonard's second basket was a …”View more
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Kawhi Leonard scored a career-high 55 points against the Detroit Pistons, marking his first 50-point game at age 34. His performance featured a mix of mid-range shots and three-pointers, showcasing his offensive growth and strength against various defenders.
Dunc'd On Basketball NBA Podcast·The Most Interesting Games of the Last Week; Jokic’s Injury·Jan 02, 2026
“… 30 seconds. Nashville, 20 to 21st, sold out. Thank you guys so much. Joey Avery is going to be joining us. Providence, Rhode Island, March 28th. Los Angeles with Jelly Roll, May 8th, August 8th in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Las Vegas, Nevada, Salt Lake City, Minneapolis, Calgary, Naples, Danube Beach, Dallas, Bernalillo, Cleveland, Rosemont, Chicago, San Francisco Sacramento, Tempe, Edmonton, St. Pete, Charlotte, Detroit, San Diego and watch my special Joey Avery Live in San Francisco. And we have a monthly show. 31st of March. And I'm doing another show on April 3rd in New York City. Check it out at …”“We're going to be like, yo, he got Biden brain. What's going on? All right, guys, here are all our dates in less than 30 seconds. Nashville, 20 to 21st, sold out. Thank you guys so much. Joey Avery is going to be joining us. Providence, Rhode Island, March 28th. Los Angeles with Jelly Roll, May 8th, August 8th in Halifax, Nova Scotia. Las Vegas, Nevada, Salt Lake City, Minneapolis, Calgary, Naples, Danube Beach, Dallas, Bernalillo, Cleveland, Rosemont, Chicago, San Francisco Sacramento, Tempe, Edmonton, St. Pete, Charlotte, Detroit, San Diego and watch my special Joey Avery Live in San Francisco. And we have a monthly show. 31st of March. And I'm doing another show on April 3rd in New York City. Check it out at Mark Gagnon Live. Alex? And this Monday, March 16th, I have Cancelled Comedy. We have some funny motherfuckers. Ricky Belez, Cam Patterson, Natalie Friedman, a bunch of other funny motherfuckers. Just head to CancelledComedyX.com and get your tickets now. Experience a membership that backs your business journey with American Express Business …”View more
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In this hilarious segment, the hosts dive into the absurdity of watching a guy build shelters in the wilderness while fantasizing about escaping their responsibilities. The comedic highlight comes when one host describes the euphoric moment of watching the guy bake dough on a shovel and dip it in honey butter, leading to a relatable discussion on stress relief through bizarre hobbies.
Andrew Schulz's Flagrant with Akaash Singh·Shapiro’s Eyebrows, Chalamet Should Learn from Leo, & Are Jamaicans Irish? | #695·Mar 11, 2026
“… I I'm having a midlife crisis like and I'm like absolutely and I said if we break up I'm probably going to quit the show I will probably leave Los Angeles I will probably deactivate my Instagram and he found that to be like very offensive he was saying like I don't know like I am was never saying that I was going to kill myself I was saying that my life this life will be over for me because I will go do something else I've been fantasizing about moving to like the French countrysides and it's like this fucking child and like honestly to be fair like in the conversation it's quite tearful it was …”“… he we had this breakup conversation then at the end of that conversation when that was hours long and the end of that conversation was all right well let's continue this conversation you know when he was saying things in that conversation like I think I I'm having a midlife crisis like and I'm like absolutely and I said if we break up I'm probably going to quit the show I will probably leave Los Angeles I will probably deactivate my Instagram and he found that to be like very offensive he was saying like I don't know like I am was never saying that I was going to kill myself I was saying that my life this life will be over for me because I will go do something else I've been fantasizing about moving to like the French countrysides and it's like this fucking child and like honestly to be fair like in the conversation it's quite tearful it was definitely not like a positive conversation right but I'm not talking about physically harming myself and given the fact that we had that conversation over many many many hours he knows that that's not what I was saying it's not just like one comment and then we stopped talking so the fact that I feel like so many things that I've said not just in …”View more
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In a hilariously twisted tale of love, the speaker recounts a Valentine's Day filled with flowers, fancy dinners, and an unexpected breakup conversation. The contrast between romantic gestures and the impending doom of a breakup creates a comedic tension that keeps listeners engaged.
Call Her Daddy·Ariana Madix: The Vanderpump Affair (FBF)·Mar 13, 2026
“… The same institutions that tell you trust the system are quietly admitting the system has been used to spy on political movements. Meanwhile, in Los Angeles, investigators just uncovered something almost unbelievable, and we are in the sea of unbelievable and incomprehensible. nearly half of the hospices in LA County show fraud warning signs. Companies were billing Medicare, your tax dollars, that are supposed to go to the people who actually need it. with zero patients, multiple hospices registered at the same buildings. This is in L.A. now. Patients discovering that they were fraudulently …”“… counterintelligence operations from 2016 to 2025 that monitored over a thousand Trump associates, journalists, lawmakers and advisors. Excuse me, what? This makes Nixon look like child's play. Some of these probes are now under civil rights review. The same institutions that tell you trust the system are quietly admitting the system has been used to spy on political movements. Meanwhile, in Los Angeles, investigators just uncovered something almost unbelievable, and we are in the sea of unbelievable and incomprehensible. nearly half of the hospices in LA County show fraud warning signs. Companies were billing Medicare, your tax dollars, that are supposed to go to the people who actually need it. with zero patients, multiple hospices registered at the same buildings. This is in L.A. now. Patients discovering that they were fraudulently enrolled in hospice care, and they didn't even know it. So somebody was using their name to get money to provide care that they never got, and no one did. And every patient was billed to the taxpayer for $29,000. That's not a glitch. That's an industry. And when government money flows without any accountability, predators follow it like sharks follow …”View more
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Nearly half of hospices in LA County are under investigation for fraudulent billing practices, with patients unknowingly enrolled in care they never received. Meanwhile, geopolitical tensions escalate as the U.S. sinks Iranian mine layers in the Persian Gulf, while Iranian tribal leaders call for the end of the Islamic Republic, signaling a potential revolution. These events reveal deep issues of trust in our institutions and the fragility of global stability.
The Glenn Beck Program·Did the IRGC Really Kiss a Cardboard Khamenei?! | Guests: Sharyl Attkisson & Chad Wolf | 3/11/26·Mar 11, 2026
“… right. We're bringing Smoshreads Reddit Stories to you live and in person across the U.S. and internationally. We'll be heading to Denver, Los Angeles, London, Boston, and Montreal. And we would love to see you there. If you haven't been to our live shows before, I really highly recommend it. You get to see us there on stage. Likely one of your favorites will be there. And by favorites, I mean all of them. It's such a blast to see you guys in person and to get your responses from the stories I ask, whether you think they're an asshole or not. And the audience is always losing their mind. You …”“… Hold on. It was wild. It's my favorite thing to do. All right, well, Should we get into some of these roommate stories? Yeah. Okay. Before we get into this episode, we have a fun announcement to make. Smoshreads Reddit Stories is going on tour. That's right. We're bringing Smoshreads Reddit Stories to you live and in person across the U.S. and internationally. We'll be heading to Denver, Los Angeles, London, Boston, and Montreal. And we would love to see you there. If you haven't been to our live shows before, I really highly recommend it. You get to see us there on stage. Likely one of your favorites will be there. And by favorites, I mean all of them. It's such a blast to see you guys in person and to get your responses from the stories I ask, whether you think they're an asshole or not. And the audience is always losing their mind. You get to be a part of that. It's just an absolute party. Tickets are selling fast, so be sure to grab yours by visiting the link tree in the YouTube description below. And if you haven't already, be sure to follow the Smosh socials to be the first to know when we announce events. Now back to the show, and hopefully we'll see you there. This first one …”View more
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In this hilarious segment, the hosts dive into the absurdity of roommate dynamics, starting with a wild anecdote about a girl who dramatically chewed her words while discussing plans. The discussion takes a turn as they analyze a listener's dilemma about spending too much time at her boyfriend's place, leading to a comedic debate about the perks of having a roommate who's hardly ever home.
Smosh Reads Reddit Stories·You Can't Live With Them... | Reading Reddit Stories·Mar 07, 2026
“… been doing this show all season long, and you have not been one 1,000th effusive in praise of your own New York Knicks as you just were for the Los Angeles Lakers. I had a great time watching the game last night. It's unbelievable. However, put a pin in this. I can tell. I'm on to you. I'm on to you. My last loathe is going to make Rich Paul so mad at me that I can't move to L.A.”“… it was just and they're playing defense you know my favorite luca play was i said i was gonna god you really are you You really are going to move out to L.A. You're a freaking L.A. guy now. Yes, you are. I think it was the – stop. No, no, no. We've been doing this show all season long, and you have not been one 1,000th effusive in praise of your own New York Knicks as you just were for the Los Angeles Lakers. I had a great time watching the game last night. It's unbelievable. However, put a pin in this. I can tell. I'm on to you. I'm on to you. My last loathe is going to make Rich Paul so mad at me that I can't move to L.A.”View more
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Luka Doncic's performance is a testament to the Lakers' transformed team dynamics and their newfound chemistry.
The Mismatch·Luka Drops 60 on Historic Night, Wemby Silences Jacoby, and Loves and Loathes·Mar 20, 2026
“… world You know it's not for nothing her name is Hollywood. I think cool world and You know Hollywood are supposed to be like You know Hollywood Los Angeles like I think it's supposed it should have been Los Angeles instead of Vegas though exactly it's I think it's meant to be a place of avarice and vice like it is where you push down all of your Grossest urges and desires because that seems to be what the people of cool world Concern them everybody in cool world is a bad guy Everybody is a villain Everybody is a crime boss ever there are no in cool world you never go to like a light venue you …”“I think that five stars. I do think you can look at cool world, and I'm sure the writer somehow This was the writers like ha ha I do think cool world You know it's not for nothing her name is Hollywood. I think cool world and You know Hollywood are supposed to be like You know Hollywood Los Angeles like I think it's supposed it should have been Los Angeles instead of Vegas though exactly it's I think it's meant to be a place of avarice and vice like it is where you push down all of your Grossest urges and desires because that seems to be what the people of cool world Concern them everybody in cool world is a bad guy Everybody is a villain Everybody is a crime boss ever there are no in cool world you never go to like a light venue you never go to like a play right place the all of cool world is seedy and gross and dangerous and people are duplicitous and liars and nobody can be trusted I Don't get it like I don't understand What the movie is trying to show me about humanity or about ourselves I don't know what it's meant to show me about relationships. I don't know what its message …”View more
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'Cool World' is a bizarre film that some argue is a failure, yet it offers unique artistry worth exploring. The discussion reveals the film's themes of avarice and vice, and questions whether it reflects deeper truths about humanity and relationships. Despite its confusing narrative, the animation and creativity make it a recommended watch for those willing to embrace its chaos.
How Did This Get Made?·Cool World (HDTGM Matinee)·Jan 20, 2026
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The Los Angeles Rams have emerged as the offseason MVPs, making strategic moves that could redefine their roster. By acquiring top talents like McDuffie and potentially A.J. Brown, they are not just reloading but enhancing their already competitive team. This aggressive approach positions them as serious contenders for the upcoming season.
Tranquilo Sports Talk·NFL Free Agency Is INSANE Right Now… $5.8 Billion Spent, Maxx Crosby Situation & Big Moves·Mar 16, 2026
“… be him So you are a prospector Okay Continue Okay That being said I evaluate the other teams And I told you that last Saturday, I went and saw the Clippers in person. And it was so jarring how much better Kawhi Leonard was than everybody else on the court. Like he took over the game, dominated the entire second quarter in a way that it looked like there's one guy doing one thing and there's nine others that are participating in this. But this guy is infinitely better than everybody else in March so far. So then he backed that up. So I say that I'm effusive in my praise. You don't understand what …”“… prospector after conference tournament week. So this weekend is conference tournament week. And then we have the NCAA tournament starting next Thursday. It is my solemn vow to you that by next episode we will introduce the prospector and I will truly be him So you are a prospector Okay Continue Okay That being said I evaluate the other teams And I told you that last Saturday, I went and saw the Clippers in person. And it was so jarring how much better Kawhi Leonard was than everybody else on the court. Like he took over the game, dominated the entire second quarter in a way that it looked like there's one guy doing one thing and there's nine others that are participating in this. But this guy is infinitely better than everybody else in March so far. So then he backed that up. So I say that I'm effusive in my praise. You don't understand what level this guy is at right now. And then he drops 45. It is even better. against the Timberwolves, okay? And now, so far this month, he is averaging a tick under 30 points a game, six and a half rebounds, four assists, two steals, all while shooting 57% from the field, and the Clippers are six and one. And it is just a marvel to watch this guy. We …”View more
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Kawhi Leonard has been on fire, averaging nearly 30 points per game and leading the Clippers to a 6-1 record this month. After a stunning performance where he dominated the court, he followed up with a 45-point game against the Timberwolves, proving he’s back at peak form. This resurgence highlights his critical role in the team's success and the irony of their past acquisition penalties.
The Mismatch·SGA MVP Week Continues, Kawhi Shines. Plus, Loves and Loathes·Mar 13, 2026
“… in New York but was staying in California for a few weeks, so she bought the Watermelon Ice Smart Vape and shipped it to her friend's house in Los Angeles. This is relevant. I was like, first of all, I can't believe this goes through the mail. This definitely seems like something that shouldn't between the battery and the vape juice and everything else and the electronics involved. I was like house-sitting. I was like, I hope this isn't a catch fire while I'm not at home. It looks like a phone. It was like a pink, like a light pink square, kind of like a deck of cards almost. It had a touchscreen …”“… were sold out um the other flavors were fucking fab I wish I knew what fucking fab tasted like juicy peach obviously you can imagine violent rainbow was also sold out I'm sure it was disgusting but watermelon ice was like the only one left Sam lives in New York but was staying in California for a few weeks, so she bought the Watermelon Ice Smart Vape and shipped it to her friend's house in Los Angeles. This is relevant. I was like, first of all, I can't believe this goes through the mail. This definitely seems like something that shouldn't between the battery and the vape juice and everything else and the electronics involved. I was like house-sitting. I was like, I hope this isn't a catch fire while I'm not at home. It looks like a phone. It was like a pink, like a light pink square, kind of like a deck of cards almost. It had a touchscreen that wasn't like as janky as I expected a vape touchscreen to be. Okay, so the vape looked like a phone, but it didn't really function as one. It couldn't connect to the internet by itself. Sam actually had to download a separate app and connect it to the vape via Bluetooth and then authorized different apps to send notifications to the vape. Once …”View more
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In a bizarre twist, tech journalist Sam Cole tried to vape the internet with a viral gadget that displayed notifications from apps like Twitter. After ordering a quirky vape device to her friend's house, she found herself addicted to the nicotine and the novelty of getting notifications while puffing on watermelon-flavored vape juice. This strange blend of technology and addiction led her down a rabbit hole of constant distraction and curiosity.
Close All Tabs·'Twitter on a Vape' and The Great E-Waste Crisis·Mar 11, 2026
“… vessel off the coast of California. Targets are unspecified, but they are expected to be in California. A spokeswoman for the FBI office in Los Angeles declined to comment. This as oil prices are now up over 6% today. So Donald Trump is in Cincinnati right now, and he was asked about the war, the fact that it's spiraling out of control, the fact that oil prices are surging, the fact that we're learning more about the men and women and the people of our service, armed services who are put in arms way, the service members who have been seriously wounded and injured. Here's what Donald Trump …”“… using drones. This according to the latest report by ABC. The alert said that the FBI recently acquired information of a potential surprise attack, likely here in California. Iran aspired to do this using unmanned aerial vehicles from an unidentified vessel off the coast of California. Targets are unspecified, but they are expected to be in California. A spokeswoman for the FBI office in Los Angeles declined to comment. This as oil prices are now up over 6% today. So Donald Trump is in Cincinnati right now, and he was asked about the war, the fact that it's spiraling out of control, the fact that oil prices are surging, the fact that we're learning more about the men and women and the people of our service, armed services who are put in arms way, the service members who have been seriously wounded and injured. Here's what Donald Trump responded to Peter Doocy of State Regime Media, which calls itself Fox. When he asked Donald Trump, you said it's an excursion, but you're saying it's in a war. So is it an excursion or a war, Donald? Watch what he had to say here. Play this clip. The situation is great. When you're expensing, everyone loves it. And we did a little excursion. We had to …”View more
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Trump's aggressive actions towards Iran are causing chaos, risking retaliatory attacks on the U.S. and driving oil prices to potentially catastrophic levels.
The MeidasTouch Podcast·Rep. Krishnamoorthi Discusses Trump’s Disastrous War·Mar 11, 2026
“Oh, suddenly breaking news, suddenly. Kevin Stefanski, John Harbaugh have real leverage and the teams do not. We are live. We're in Los Angeles. It is the Herd. Wherever you may be, however you may be listening, thanks for making us part of the day. Tom Brady, one hour from now. To go, one hour from now, stop spot. So this broke 30 minutes ago. The Dolphins, little bit of a surprise, have fired Mike McDaniel, their head coach. I don't blame him for all the Miami losses. I don't think he's the ultimate culture changer. I think he's a smart guy. I think he's a scheme guy. I don't think …”“Oh, suddenly breaking news, suddenly. Kevin Stefanski, John Harbaugh have real leverage and the teams do not. We are live. We're in Los Angeles. It is the Herd. Wherever you may be, however you may be listening, thanks for making us part of the day. Tom Brady, one hour from now. To go, one hour from now, stop spot. So this broke 30 minutes ago. The Dolphins, little bit of a surprise, have fired Mike McDaniel, their head coach. I don't blame him for all the Miami losses. I don't think he's the ultimate culture changer. I think he's a smart guy. I think he's a scheme guy. I don't think he's a culture guy. I don't think he's really an NFL head coach. I think he's a brilliant coordinator. Dolphins owner, Steven Ross, met with him this week and just didn't feel right rolling it back. Also a story this morning, the Dolphins owner, Steven Ross, has a connection to the Harbaugh family. Uh-oh, the coveted New York Giants job, which we …”View more
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The Miami Dolphins have unexpectedly fired head coach Mike McDaniel, raising questions about team culture and leadership. This shake-up makes the coveted New York Giants coaching position less appealing, now ranked third behind Baltimore, as they search for a true culture changer. With connections to John Harbaugh, the Dolphins may be positioning themselves for a strong future.
The Herd with Colin Cowherd·THE HERD - Hour 1 - Dolphins fire Mike McDaniel, the NFL HC openings, Matt Stafford vs Drake Maye·Jan 08, 2026
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Ashes to Ashes is a UK show that serves as a sequel to Life on Mars, featuring a modern-day cop who may be time-traveling to the 1980s after being shot. The show explores themes of sexism and identity through its strong characters, particularly focusing on Philip Glenister's performance as the head of the department. It's a hidden gem that deserves more recognition for its clever storytelling and captivating performances.
“… happens if you're going with MBJ. male actor in a supporting role Sean Penn won again he did not show up again where did this come from it's Los Angeles it's a weird town I've been telling you I mean of all the things you where are your I mean look this is a great performance but let's just talk about like I don't know it just I mean I agree with you of these five guys so your least favorite I'm sitting here being like, actually, you know what? But I mean, I'd say it was Benicio, Jacob Elordi, Miles Caden and Delroy Lindo were the other nominees. Sean Penn won a BAFTA. Everybody's like, oh, my …”“I agree. And I think a win like this kind of like pulls out that conversation. It lets you say like, OK, what is good about this performance? And then actually talk about it in a nuts and bolts way that I think is interesting. And we'll see what happens if you're going with MBJ. male actor in a supporting role Sean Penn won again he did not show up again where did this come from it's Los Angeles it's a weird town I've been telling you I mean of all the things you where are your I mean look this is a great performance but let's just talk about like I don't know it just I mean I agree with you of these five guys so your least favorite I'm sitting here being like, actually, you know what? But I mean, I'd say it was Benicio, Jacob Elordi, Miles Caden and Delroy Lindo were the other nominees. Sean Penn won a BAFTA. Everybody's like, oh, my goodness. And now this feels like confirmation that he's going to win. However, still in Skarsgård. There's no way he's losing this Oscar. I do think that Sean Penn is basically trying to throw it. He already has two. He is not going to any events that he doesn't have to. he did not give a speech last night he did not give a speech at bafta was he …”View more
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Sean Penn's unexpected absence from award ceremonies raises questions about his Oscar strategy, as he aims for a third win while seemingly stepping back from the spotlight. With fierce competition from actors like Skarsgård and Delroy Lindo, the race is heating up, and a surprising outcome could be on the horizon. This year's nominations are proving to be anything but predictable.
The Big Picture·The 2026 Alternative Oscars, a.k.a. the 6th Annual Big Picks! Plus: The Craziest Awards Season in Years.·Mar 03, 2026
“… like it was like almost crypto had kind of pulled startups. Yeah, yeah. New York was, you know, because it's so close to finance came up like Los Angeles had a moment because it was so close to consumer. But now it's kind of come back here. And so I would say, you know, we tend to be very Bay Area focused historically, even though of course, we invest all over the world. And then I would say, like, if you take the ring out, you know, one more, it's going to be the US, of course, because we know very well, and then one ring more, it's going to be kind of US and its allies. And, yeah, and it goes …”“… a geographic bias, right? You know, everybody's in the same place, you've got an ecosystem, you're there, you've got presence, you've got a network. And I mean, I would say the Bay Area is very much back, you know, like I remember during pre COVID, like it was like almost crypto had kind of pulled startups. Yeah, yeah. New York was, you know, because it's so close to finance came up like Los Angeles had a moment because it was so close to consumer. But now it's kind of come back here. And so I would say, you know, we tend to be very Bay Area focused historically, even though of course, we invest all over the world. And then I would say, like, if you take the ring out, you know, one more, it's going to be the US, of course, because we know very well, and then one ring more, it's going to be kind of US and its allies. And, yeah, and it goes from there. Yeah. No, no, I agree. I think from a, but I think from the internet, that's sort of like where the companies are headquartered, maybe your questions on supply chain, and customer base, I would say if our customers are, our companies are fairly international from that perspective, like they're selling globally, right, they have global …”View more
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The future of AI hinges on two paths: an oligopoly where a few models dominate due to their generalization capabilities, or a landscape filled with diverse models driven by open-source innovation. As companies borrow against future performance, the balance between growth and sustainability is fragile. This tension could reshape the AI market dynamics significantly in the coming years.
Latent Space: The AI Engineer Podcast·Inside AI’s $10B+ Capital Flywheel — Martin Casado & Sarah Wang of a16z·Feb 19, 2026
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The LA comedy scene is rebuilding, but some argue it's no longer the best place for comedy in the country. This debate sparked between comedians Lewis and Tony, where they discussed the shift of talent towards Austin and the challenges LA has faced over the years. Despite the criticisms, LA's iconic venues still hold a special place in the comedy world, suggesting that both cities can thrive together.
The Joe Rogan Experience·#2442 - Ehsan Ahmad·Jan 22, 2026
“… of power that Clutch was trying to seize and all of this, and that there was even an openness at some point to trading LeBron. And you mentioned the Clippers as a team that's been floated. So I read that and I remembered flashing back to All-Star 2022 in Cleveland when LeBron, in an interview with Jason Lloyd, sort of opens the door to, sort of says, I'm not closing the door on coming back to Cleveland at some point in my career. And that ignited a firestorm of speculation inside the league. And I remember talking to people at Clutch at the time being like, look, I know he loves Los Angeles. If this …”“… about it in the context of sort of rivalries and fissures developing within the organization. And you posit that one of those was between maybe Jeannie and her inner circle and LeBron and his inner circle, that there was resentment over the amount of power that Clutch was trying to seize and all of this, and that there was even an openness at some point to trading LeBron. And you mentioned the Clippers as a team that's been floated. So I read that and I remembered flashing back to All-Star 2022 in Cleveland when LeBron, in an interview with Jason Lloyd, sort of opens the door to, sort of says, I'm not closing the door on coming back to Cleveland at some point in my career. And that ignited a firestorm of speculation inside the league. And I remember talking to people at Clutch at the time being like, look, I know he loves Los Angeles. If this Lakers thing ever runs its course, like there's another team in Los Angeles. And they immediately shot that down to me. It's like, he's never going to go to the Clippers. That's not going to happen. He wants to stay with the Lakers. Then I flash forward to 2024 trade deadline, Wojan Ramona report that there is some back churning between the …”View more
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The Buss family's internal conflict over the Lakers has led to a heartbreaking fracture, overshadowing their legacy. After Jerry Buss's passing, infighting escalated, culminating in controversial payouts to inner circle members, which sparked resentment among siblings. This turmoil highlights the painful reality that even wealth can't mend a broken family.
The Zach Lowe Show·A Look Inside the Lakers Sale and the Buss Family Dysfunction·Jan 22, 2026
“… needed umbrellas before because we never saw a real storm. And anyway, I think there's something there's some there's some good bit in like Los Angeles never had to deal with ice before because it's L.A. So now we have to figure out something. We also well, they they have those signs that are like California melts ice. You know, right. It does. That's actually a major problem that we have here. Right. Yeah. And we also, I thought you were going to say, because we've been using umbrellas to block stuff. And I think in California, people are buying umbrellas for the first time. Yeah. Not a city …”“… here like the fastest way to tell someone is not from here or and is not a resident is that they're using a fucking umbrella. And so there was all sorts of like graffiti in Seattle during, you know, the height of the protest that was like, we never needed umbrellas before because we never saw a real storm. And anyway, I think there's something there's some there's some good bit in like Los Angeles never had to deal with ice before because it's L.A. So now we have to figure out something. We also well, they they have those signs that are like California melts ice. You know, right. It does. That's actually a major problem that we have here. Right. Yeah. And we also, I thought you were going to say, because we've been using umbrellas to block stuff. And I think in California, people are buying umbrellas for the first time. Yeah. Not a city that had a lot of utility for umbrella owners previously. They go, where is the car culture? And I was like, where do we even buy umbrellas? Is that at the supermarket? Where do you get umbrellas? I grew up in LA. I don't remember ever having an umbrella. so right one umbrella michael how much could it cost a thousand dollars and that's the people …”View more
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During the 2020 protests in Seattle, umbrellas became a powerful symbol of resistance, contrasting with the region's typical aversion to them. As graffiti declared, 'we never needed umbrellas before because we never saw a real storm,' the protests transformed the everyday item into a tool of activism. This shift mirrors how other cities, like LA, are also grappling with new forms of activism and symbolism in their own protests.
Behind the Bastards·Part One: Dr. Sleep: The Australian Psychiatrist Who Made People Sleep Themselves To Death·Mar 03, 2026
“… pays for that. No, let me rephrase it. You pay for that. Your tax dollars. And you pay for that because you have compassion. okay but in los angeles county hundreds of hospice companies suddenly appeared almost overnight and nobody noticed many of them are run out of small little offices and storefronts and residential homes like 30 30 of these companies in one little office really and they were enrolling patients who are not dying in fact they existed but they didn't know they were enrolling in this. They weren't terminal. People had no idea they had been signed up for hospice at all. Once …”“Okay, Medicare pays for that. No, let me rephrase it. You pay for that. Your tax dollars. And you pay for that because you have compassion. okay but in los angeles county hundreds of hospice companies suddenly appeared almost overnight and nobody noticed many of them are run out of small little offices and storefronts and residential homes like 30 30 of these companies in one little office really and they were enrolling patients who are not dying in fact they existed but they didn't know they were enrolling in this. They weren't terminal. People had no idea they had been signed up for hospice at all. Once somebody is falsely enrolled in hospice, the money then begins flowing from Medicare. To whom? Where? Tens of thousands of dollars per patient. Some patients allegedly cycled through multiple fraudulent hospital providers or hospice providers like inventory. the dying turned into billing codes the elderly turned into profit centers is this a …”View more
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Hospice fraud turns dying patients into profit centers, with Medicare dollars flowing to companies enrolling non-terminal individuals without their knowledge. This scandal not only robs families of dignity at the end of life but also highlights a systemic failure to address such exploitation, as political responses focus on blame rather than accountability. Meanwhile, Los Angeles allocates $106 million to a nonprofit for tenant legal services, raising questions about the true impact of such funding.
The Glenn Beck Program·Best of the Program | Guests: Sen. Mike Lee | 3/12/26·Mar 12, 2026
“Why has the Los Angeles 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 …”“Why has the Los Angeles 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 …”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.
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
“… an EV at an LA library. Responding ambulance stolen by another homeless man. So this is a horrific, horrific, tragic event that happened in Los Angeles. But it basically is like Los Angeles in a nutshell. You had a guy, just a normal guy, who's charging his Tesla next to a library. Well, a homeless guy jumps out, stabs him up, right? So another guy is laying on the ground bleeding. Somebody calls 911. Yeah. An ambulance shows up. EMTs start working on him. They're like, okay, let's put him in the ambulance. We got to get him to the hospital soon. another another a separate homeless guy has …”“… You might want to. All right, so this is a tragic story, but it just represented the liberal left in their jurisdiction within cities so perfectly that we had to bring it to you. This is from KTLA. Man stabbed to death by a homeless man while charging an EV at an LA library. Responding ambulance stolen by another homeless man. So this is a horrific, horrific, tragic event that happened in Los Angeles. But it basically is like Los Angeles in a nutshell. You had a guy, just a normal guy, who's charging his Tesla next to a library. Well, a homeless guy jumps out, stabs him up, right? So another guy is laying on the ground bleeding. Somebody calls 911. Yeah. An ambulance shows up. EMTs start working on him. They're like, okay, let's put him in the ambulance. We got to get him to the hospital soon. another another a separate homeless guy has jumped in the ambulance stolen and driven away the guy dies right there and now his family i think rightfully is suing the city of la for 40 million in damages hell yeah listen to something that i just noticed in this story and it it goes to liberal democrats passing the blame to something else they are never at fault prosecutors said the ambulance …”View more
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A man was tragically stabbed to death while charging his electric vehicle at a Los Angeles library, and the situation worsened when an ambulance meant to save him was stolen by another homeless individual. This shocking incident highlights the failures of liberal policies in managing public safety and homelessness in the city. The victim's family is now suing the city for $40 million, emphasizing the dire consequences of these policies.
Ruthless Podcast·Journos Are Worse Than You Think - Terror in NYC + Deputy AG Todd Blanche·Mar 10, 2026
“I've had cases of people being injured during protests. I've had trials last year and the year before in Los Angeles from protesters who've been injured. I know that every state in America has an organization called POST, Peace Officers Standards and Training, and there's a training program for POST in every state. That training program is six months long. By comparison, the training program of ICE is 42 days. It is not possible for even the best trained POST officers to deal with the stress and the tension that comes when American protesters are against you. …”“I've had cases of people being injured during protests. I've had trials last year and the year before in Los Angeles from protesters who've been injured. I know that every state in America has an organization called POST, Peace Officers Standards and Training, and there's a training program for POST in every state. That training program is six months long. By comparison, the training program of ICE is 42 days. It is not possible for even the best trained POST officers to deal with the stress and the tension that comes when American protesters are against you. Cops are human too. They lose their tempers. They don't like ICE. They don't like having their evenings disrupted because there are people with whistles outside of their hotel in a foreign city. So tensions are tough. And when there is the kind of rhetoric that we see from Washington, blindly supporting whatever they do, however outrageous it is, …”View more
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Excessive police aggression during protests leads to tragic outcomes, as seen in the cases of unarmed victims like Alex Pretty. Despite training, officers can lose control under pressure, especially when political rhetoric supports their actions. This cycle of tension and aggression is likely to repeat if systemic issues remain unaddressed.
The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz·Hour 1: Minnesota (feat. Carl E. Douglas)·Jan 26, 2026
“… I feel like I've got to be kind of chalky and just go with what my gut tells me and my gut tells me that there's not a team as good as the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2026 and I know that angers a lot of people and baseball like Major League Baseball just the way that the sport is played I don't think it's as easy for the Dodgers to get through they got taken to seven games in the World Series by a much less talented Blue Jays team last year. So it shows you can lose those series. They got swept by the Diamondbacks three years back. But yeah, I think at the end of the day, I'm just banking on the …”“… to have a real shot What to me is going to be a pretty wide open Race for those extra playoff spots in the NL World Series pick? Dodgers-Mariners Dodgers over the Mariners? Yes I want to choose someone else I really do when it comes to these picks though I feel like I've got to be kind of chalky and just go with what my gut tells me and my gut tells me that there's not a team as good as the Los Angeles Dodgers in 2026 and I know that angers a lot of people and baseball like Major League Baseball just the way that the sport is played I don't think it's as easy for the Dodgers to get through they got taken to seven games in the World Series by a much less talented Blue Jays team last year. So it shows you can lose those series. They got swept by the Diamondbacks three years back. But yeah, I think at the end of the day, I'm just banking on the talent. And the most”View more
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The Pittsburgh Pirates are on the brink of a transformation with young talents like Paul Skeens and Connor Griffin, who is drawing comparisons to legends like Cal Ripken. With a mix of promising pitchers and hitters, the Pirates could finally turn their fortunes around if they can harness their potential. Could this be the season they break through in a competitive NL West?
The Ryen Russillo Show·What Would Jordan Actually Average in Today’s NBA? Plus Our Annual MLB Preview w/ Jeff Passan!·Mar 25, 2026
“… where the price parity alone pushes fleets to go Bev. Tesla is planning a 400 stall V4 supercharger in California on Interstate 15 between Los Angeles and Las Vegas. More than double the current record of 164 stalls. The site would be built in six phases, part of a wider retail hub called Eddie World 2. Phase one would be 72 stalls, breaking ground later this year. Eventually, 400 stall supercharging. No one does it, at least outside of China, like Tesla does it. Uber has partnered with Podpoint in the UK to offer drivers a home EV charger subscription. It's going to cost £25 per month. and …”“… vans to their diesel equivalent in the markets they're sold in. That across compact and midsize vans The offer directly closes the gap Like in some places take Germany a 7 euro difference between the Opel Combo Cargo Electric and its diesel MSRP Testing where the price parity alone pushes fleets to go Bev. Tesla is planning a 400 stall V4 supercharger in California on Interstate 15 between Los Angeles and Las Vegas. More than double the current record of 164 stalls. The site would be built in six phases, part of a wider retail hub called Eddie World 2. Phase one would be 72 stalls, breaking ground later this year. Eventually, 400 stall supercharging. No one does it, at least outside of China, like Tesla does it. Uber has partnered with Podpoint in the UK to offer drivers a home EV charger subscription. It's going to cost £25 per month. and you pay over three years. Getting over the upfront cost of paying up to £750 for a home charger to be installed if you want to drive an electric vehicle. They offer a lifetime warranty and even some cash rewards as well. The offer arrives as Uber expands their electric category to eight new UK cities, including Birmingham, Manchester and Leeds. BYD …”View more
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BYD has overtaken Tesla in market share in Germany, marking a significant shift in the electric vehicle landscape. This surge is attributed to BYD's new European plant in Hungary and its strategic focus on local production to avoid EU tariffs. Meanwhile, Tesla is expanding its supercharging infrastructure, underscoring the intense competition in the EV sector.
EV News Daily - Technology and Business of EVs·BRIEFLY: VW ID.Golf, EV Vans, 400-Stall Charger Site & more | 07 Mar 2026·Mar 08, 2026
“… it was like almost crypto had kind of pulled startups away from the Bay Area. Yeah, New York, because it's so close to finance, came out, like Los Angeles had a moment because it was so close to consumer, but now it's kind of come back here. And so I would say, we tend to be very Bay Area focused historically, even though, of course, we invest all over the world. And then I would say, like, if you take the ring out, one more, it's going to be the US, of course, because we know it very well. And then one ring more is going to be kind of US and its allies. And yeah, and it goes from there. Yeah. …”“… effects for having a geographic bias, right? Everybody's in the same place. You've got an ecosystem, you're there, you've got presence, you've got a network. And I mean, I would say the Bay Area is very much back. Like I remember during pre-COVID, it was like almost crypto had kind of pulled startups away from the Bay Area. Yeah, New York, because it's so close to finance, came out, like Los Angeles had a moment because it was so close to consumer, but now it's kind of come back here. And so I would say, we tend to be very Bay Area focused historically, even though, of course, we invest all over the world. And then I would say, like, if you take the ring out, one more, it's going to be the US, of course, because we know it very well. And then one ring more is going to be kind of US and its allies. And yeah, and it goes from there. Yeah. No, no, I agree. But I think from the, that's sort of like where the companies are headquartered. Maybe your question's on supply chain and customer base. I would say if our customers or our companies are fairly international from that perspective, like they're selling globally, right? They have global supply chains in some cases. I would say also …”View more
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In 2025, investing in AI may hinge on custom silicon, with potential savings of up to $500 million per model. This shift is driven by the need for efficiency in billion-dollar training runs, making custom ASICs economically viable. As the tech landscape evolves, understanding these dynamics could redefine investment strategies in AI companies.
The a16z Show·Capital, Compute, and the Fight for AI Dominance·Feb 19, 2026
“… war is now having an impact on future sporting events. The Iranian men's soccer team was supposed to participate in the World Cup in June in Los Angeles. But today, the Iranian sports minister Ahmad Danyamali says that's a no-go. It is reported that he told Iranian state television, given that this corrupt government assassinated our leader, under no circumstances can we participate in the World Cup. Unquote. Iran was supposed to face off against New Zealand, Belgium, and Egypt. It's possible that with Iran's withdrawal from the competition, Iraq or United Arab Emirates could take its place. …”“… We'll cover it all. Hey, let's start with global military conflicts and the upcoming World Cup. Everyone's favorite, right? Yeah. Most of you should know what has been happening between the U.S., Israel, and Iran for almost the last two weeks. This war is now having an impact on future sporting events. The Iranian men's soccer team was supposed to participate in the World Cup in June in Los Angeles. But today, the Iranian sports minister Ahmad Danyamali says that's a no-go. It is reported that he told Iranian state television, given that this corrupt government assassinated our leader, under no circumstances can we participate in the World Cup. Unquote. Iran was supposed to face off against New Zealand, Belgium, and Egypt. It's possible that with Iran's withdrawal from the competition, Iraq or United Arab Emirates could take its place. War impacting global sports competitions midweek are major. You know, I think it's major. Definitely major. And I'll tell you why, because politics and global war and stuff and conflicts aside. Listen, you can't compare where this is big conflicts going on in the world. Soccer doesn't compare. If they can't play, they can't play. Like there's real …”View more
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Iran's men's soccer team will not participate in the upcoming World Cup due to ongoing military conflicts with the U.S. and Israel, as declared by their sports minister. This decision reflects the harsh realities of global politics overshadowing sports, raising questions about the role of athletics during wartime.
The Dan Patrick Show·C&R - Mad Maxx, Mad NBA Fans, 'Mad' Weak Major·Mar 12, 2026
“… are vacation destinations, and still hear gunshots all day long. Ryan started teaching after immigration agents had spent the summer blanketing Los Angeles, but before the big surges in Chicago and Minneapolis. He says his team was told that about 3,000 cadets who had no prior law enforcement experience were coming to the campus in Georgia. And his job was to help turn them into new ICE agents. DHS wanted them to graduate by Christmas.”“… a mat room, literally a room full of mats to practice tackling someone down. It has a fake town, like a movie set, to practice arrests. Classrooms, a cafeteria, shooting ranges. Ryan says it was strange to be right by the ocean, next to towns that are vacation destinations, and still hear gunshots all day long. Ryan started teaching after immigration agents had spent the summer blanketing Los Angeles, but before the big surges in Chicago and Minneapolis. He says his team was told that about 3,000 cadets who had no prior law enforcement experience were coming to the campus in Georgia. And his job was to help turn them into new ICE agents. DHS wanted them to graduate by Christmas.”View more
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Ryan Schwenk, an ICE whistleblower, shares his unsettling experiences while training new agents at the ICE Academy in Glencoe, Georgia. Despite the picturesque beach setting, he highlights the alarming reality of training cadets with no prior law enforcement experience, preparing them to become agents by Christmas amidst gunfire and chaos. This segment reveals the stark contrast between the idyllic surroundings and the serious implications of the training program.
This American Life·882: Give a Little Whistle·Mar 08, 2026
“… But then the head of those guys was Harry Houdini, amazingly enough. Yeah, Houdini, which makes it super ironic that at the Magic Castle in Los Angeles, they have long had Harry Houdini seance nights. Oh, yeah. Where you can go into the Harry Houdini room and do a seance. That's neat. Which is, you know, it's all for fun. But it's fake. It is kind of funny that he was very much against this stuff. Although supposedly, if you go to the Magic Castle, they'll tell you that he did, and he may have really done this, is told his wife before he died that, hey, listen, if I was wrong, I'll come back …”“… But on the other side of the equation were skeptics who were not convinced, who basically didn't keep their mouth shut. They were the other four who would say, like, no, everybody, actually, this guy's wrong. my esteemed colleague has been taken. But then the head of those guys was Harry Houdini, amazingly enough. Yeah, Houdini, which makes it super ironic that at the Magic Castle in Los Angeles, they have long had Harry Houdini seance nights. Oh, yeah. Where you can go into the Harry Houdini room and do a seance. That's neat. Which is, you know, it's all for fun. But it's fake. It is kind of funny that he was very much against this stuff. Although supposedly, if you go to the Magic Castle, they'll tell you that he did, and he may have really done this, is told his wife before he died that, hey, listen, if I was wrong, I'll come back and I'll contact you and let you know.”View more
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Arthur Conan Doyle, famed author of Sherlock Holmes, was an avid believer in spiritualism, often participating in seances with influential figures to bolster its credibility. Despite the skepticism from contemporaries like Harry Houdini, Doyle's fascination with the paranormal highlights the era's cultural dynamics and the appeal of authority in promoting pseudoscience. This segment dives into the tactics used by spiritualists to gain legitimacy through celebrity endorsements and the ironic legacy of Houdini's own seance nights.
Stuff You Should Know·Selects: How Spiritualism Works·Mar 07, 2026
“… what it's like to be alive than you can, than you can. You can do that easier in space than you can with movies set like right in the heart of Los Angeles. Around here, there's so many distractions wherever you live that take you away from your connection to people, from your feeling of a greater human experience, from sometimes how you are dedicated to humanity. But when you see people in space doing stuff, and all they have are the sentences that they're saying to one another, the bravery, the mission, and it's for all of the marbles, normally you get these really profound statements on life …”“… project hill mary a lot on the channel later on space and movies set in space give creators uh filmmakers a unique opportunity to litigate humanity. You can make movies in space that tell you more or demonstrate more about what it's like to be human, what it's like to be alive than you can, than you can. You can do that easier in space than you can with movies set like right in the heart of Los Angeles. Around here, there's so many distractions wherever you live that take you away from your connection to people, from your feeling of a greater human experience, from sometimes how you are dedicated to humanity. But when you see people in space doing stuff, and all they have are the sentences that they're saying to one another, the bravery, the mission, and it's for all of the marbles, normally you get these really profound statements on life and love. i think what do you think of the fact that there's like so many space horror movies like in addition to these sort of adventure project hill mary the martian interstellar etc etc you get a lot of space horror what do you think about that any thoughts yeah so i like space horror because you got all kinds of crazy things that can happen right …”View more
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Space movies like 'Interstellar' and 'Project Hail Mary' uniquely explore the human experience, highlighting themes of love and commitment against the vastness of space. The discussion reflects on how these films allow deeper insights into humanity than typical Earth-bound narratives, emphasizing isolation and bravery in the face of the unknown. Additionally, the contrast with space horror films showcases the genre's versatility in examining fear and existential dread.
House of R·‘Interstellar’ Revisited With Van Lathan | Chill Nolan Winter·Mar 07, 2026
“… The same institutions that tell you trust the system are quietly admitting the system has been used to spy on political movements Meanwhile in Los Angeles investigators just uncovered something almost unbelievable, and we are in the sea of unbelievable and incomprehensible. Nearly half of the hospices in L.A. County show fraud warning signs. Companies were building Medicare your tax dollars that are supposed to go to the people who actually need it, they were billing with zero patients. Multiple hospices registered at the same buildings. This is in LA now. Patients discovering that they were …”“… counterintelligence operations from 2016 to 2025 that monitored over a thousand Trump associates, journalists, lawmakers, and advisors. Excuse me, what? This makes Nixon look like child's play. Some of these probes are now under civil rights review. The same institutions that tell you trust the system are quietly admitting the system has been used to spy on political movements Meanwhile in Los Angeles investigators just uncovered something almost unbelievable, and we are in the sea of unbelievable and incomprehensible. Nearly half of the hospices in L.A. County show fraud warning signs. Companies were building Medicare your tax dollars that are supposed to go to the people who actually need it, they were billing with zero patients. Multiple hospices registered at the same buildings. This is in LA now. Patients discovering that they were fraudulently enrolled in hospice care, and they didn't even know it. So somebody was using their name to get money to provide care that they never got, and no one did. And every patient was billed to the taxpayer for $29,000. That's not a glitch. That's an industry. And when government money flows without any accountability, predators follow it like …”View more
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Trust in American institutions is crumbling, as shocking revelations about government surveillance and hospice care fraud come to light. With nearly half of L.A. hospices showing signs of fraud, taxpayers are footing the bill for care that never happened. Meanwhile, geopolitical tensions rise as Iran's internal struggles hint at a potential revolution, while the U.S. is distracted by trivial domestic debates.
The Glenn Beck Program·Best of the Program | Guest: Chad Wolf | 3/11/26·Mar 11, 2026
“… Roman was let go. Very disappointing playoffs once again for Herbert and the chargers. If Mike McDaniel ends up with Miami, I, or sorry, with Los Angeles, I think that's pretty exciting and everyone would agree on that. Yes. Yeah. I mean, you, you make me happy for Hampton. I, all it's like Hampton and, and like Gadsden, we, we just talked about Gadsden on today's dynasty podcast, which we recorded that yesterday. So we didn't have this Mike McDaniel news. And it's like, that's, it's, it's nothing for sure. Of course that, that McDaniel would come in and be like, Oh no, Gadsden, I need to, I …”“… options out there. Mike McDaniel of the formerly the Dolphins head coach, the report, was it Shepter? It's a little bit of everybody. Yeah. The expectation is he will become the chargers next offensive coordinator. This is, this is good. Greg Roman was let go. Very disappointing playoffs once again for Herbert and the chargers. If Mike McDaniel ends up with Miami, I, or sorry, with Los Angeles, I think that's pretty exciting and everyone would agree on that. Yes. Yeah. I mean, you, you make me happy for Hampton. I, all it's like Hampton and, and like Gadsden, we, we just talked about Gadsden on today's dynasty podcast, which we recorded that yesterday. So we didn't have this Mike McDaniel news. And it's like, that's, it's, it's nothing for sure. Of course that, that McDaniel would come in and be like, Oh no, Gadsden, I need to, I need to have some real offensive packages surrounding him. Like he had, you know, we had a few of those in, in Miami. It's not for sure, but you have, you have hope because you have proof of concept that there were great players on the Miami dolphins. And then out of nowhere, John, who Smith is the one who's just dominating. So this is super exciting. …”View more
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In a surprising twist, Buffalo Bills GM Brandon Beane publicly deflected blame for draft failures onto former coach Sean McDermott during a press conference. This unprecedented move raises questions about team dynamics and accountability, especially since the criticized player, Keon Coleman, is still under contract. The fallout from this drama could significantly impact the Bills' future and their fanbase's trust.
Fantasy Footballers - Fantasy Football Podcast·The TRUTH: Top 10 Fantasy RBs + Wheel of Shame - Fantasy Football Podcast for 1/22·Jan 22, 2026
“… that feels like it's kind of ancient and covered in soot as you go through it it's not it is not miami you know it is like it is the bowels of los angeles No stars either, which I think is important because even if there's one star in this, I don't know. Does it play out differently? It's really weird to me that this movie wasn't more successful being there in the 80s. It's like, why was this a massive hit? If chance is Richard Gere or Harrison Ford, it's a completely different movie because you're bringing so much baggage with. Richard Gere would have been. I have a whole take on this. Wow. …”“… and you had a lot of much more stylized and like sleek crime dramas and this is a really nasty like boots on the ground kind of a movie and very purposefully so right it's so cheap and so like all that kind of architecture that you're talking about that feels like it's kind of ancient and covered in soot as you go through it it's not it is not miami you know it is like it is the bowels of los angeles No stars either, which I think is important because even if there's one star in this, I don't know. Does it play out differently? It's really weird to me that this movie wasn't more successful being there in the 80s. It's like, why was this a massive hit? If chance is Richard Gere or Harrison Ford, it's a completely different movie because you're bringing so much baggage with. Richard Gere would have been. I have a whole take on this. Wow. We'll save it. Friedkin said he had seen Paris, Texas by Wim Wenders. and got taken by the cinematography from Robbie Moer. And that was the style he wanted. He wanted the city to be portrayed as, quote, a violent, cynical wasteland under a burning sun. So Robbie Moer makes three movies right around this time. Repo Man, set in the punk rock world of …”View more
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'To Live and Die in L.A.' is a gritty 1985 crime drama directed by William Friedkin, showcasing a raw portrayal of Los Angeles as a 'violent, cynical wasteland.' The film's unique aesthetic, influenced by European cinematography, sets it apart from the polished crime dramas of its time, leading to a fascinating exploration of character dynamics and ethical dilemmas that resonate even today.
The Rewatchables·‘To Live and Die in L.A.’ With Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, and Sean Fennessey·Mar 17, 2026
“… the world and chanting, Tony, Tony, in his seminars. Tony emerged from NLP. He was in his early 20s when he attended an NLP seminar near the Los Angeles airport with John Grinder, Richard Bandler's partner and collaborator. And he was transfixed. I mean, really, for the quick fix reasons Alice identified, he thought it was nonsense that you would spend years and years and years and thousands and thousands of thousands of dollars on your psychiatrist's couch. Why not just do it quickly? So he seized on these techniques. And for a long time, he was identifying as an NLP practitioner. He changed …”“… neutral, right? And you interviewed Tony Robbins. I did. Where does he fit in this continuum for you? Well, so Tony Robbins probably did more than anyone else to take NLP mainstream, right? I mean, Tony Robbins has a million billion followers all over the world and chanting, Tony, Tony, in his seminars. Tony emerged from NLP. He was in his early 20s when he attended an NLP seminar near the Los Angeles airport with John Grinder, Richard Bandler's partner and collaborator. And he was transfixed. I mean, really, for the quick fix reasons Alice identified, he thought it was nonsense that you would spend years and years and years and thousands and thousands of thousands of dollars on your psychiatrist's couch. Why not just do it quickly? So he seized on these techniques. And for a long time, he was identifying as an NLP practitioner. He changed the name of what he does from neuro-linguistic programming to neuro-associative conditioning in the early 90s. Though he changed it back, right? Now he sort of affirms his past with NLP. There's a blog post on his website where he says, hey, you know, NLP is great. Check it out. I haven't seen him, you know, go on stage and say, hey, I'm doing NLP …”View more
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Tony Robbins claims you can achieve more therapy in five minutes than years on a psychiatrist's couch, thanks to Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP). While some see NLP as a powerful tool for personal transformation, others warn of its potential for manipulation. The debate continues: is NLP a force for good or a slippery slope into unethical practices?
TechStuff·What Do EMDR, Tony Robbins, and NXIVM Have in Common? NLP - The Story·Mar 11, 2026
“… on developing a data center here in the Southern California market. I worked with a team, actually two developers in a smaller municipality, not Los Angeles, but adjacent to. And it came down to relationships. It's really, it's building relationships and speaking with every single department that makes up that city. And when we were going through this process, we started with the city manager and the mayor. We went to every department, zoning, went to the fire department. We went to to economic development. We eventually had a meeting with every city department in one room at the same time. And …”“… But the question is, what separates development teams that handle these challenges well versus those that get caught off guard in the communities for development? You know I have to say my answer on this may be very naive So I spent 10 years working on developing a data center here in the Southern California market. I worked with a team, actually two developers in a smaller municipality, not Los Angeles, but adjacent to. And it came down to relationships. It's really, it's building relationships and speaking with every single department that makes up that city. And when we were going through this process, we started with the city manager and the mayor. We went to every department, zoning, went to the fire department. We went to to economic development. We eventually had a meeting with every city department in one room at the same time. And that's how we were able to overcome any objections that had been raised. Now, that was more than a decade ago. And so the, you know, it's, it's not, it's barely applicable to what's going on today. Because there wasn't the antipathy to data centers at that time, especially in that community, which was Burbank, they wanted a data center, you know, they …”View more
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Data centers are increasingly met with local opposition due to concerns about noise and perceived inconvenience. A decade ago, successful developers built relationships with city officials to overcome objections, but today, communities are more resistant, complicating development timelines. Understanding local sentiments is crucial for navigating these challenges effectively.
The Data Center Frontier Show·7x24 Exchange's Michael Siteman on Power, Politics, and the New Logic of Data Center Development·Mar 10, 2026
“… localized high pressure area. That's a localized weatherman who's just looking for drama in the most boring weather market in America, which is Los Angeles. I think this is the most important story in the world. This is ridiculous. You guys can look at the jet streams. They're coming in from the west. I don't want to hear any more mumbo jumbo about jet streams get out of here you're done great work thank you this is the future of the weather yeah i have a weatherman yes into a live altercation with one of the other hosts we need to talk about the wealth of sundar pitch i pitch ai sundar pay deal …”“… you're really gonna you're really gonna trust an app you're really gonna trust an application that was probably vibe coded yesterday over Ben who's doing the weather. How did he get here? What happened here? If you look right there, you can see a localized high pressure area. That's a localized weatherman who's just looking for drama in the most boring weather market in America, which is Los Angeles. I think this is the most important story in the world. This is ridiculous. You guys can look at the jet streams. They're coming in from the west. I don't want to hear any more mumbo jumbo about jet streams get out of here you're done great work thank you this is the future of the weather yeah i have a weatherman yes into a live altercation with one of the other hosts we need to talk about the wealth of sundar pitch i pitch ai sundar pay deal worth up to 692 million is this like 10 times what tim cook's making no it must be over over time right and cook's making around 70 a year 70 a year combined so if he works for 10 years he makes what sundar makes in three we've been advocating for this so this is good for this yeah no no we're we're we're in support google has increased sundar you …”View more
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Sundar Pichai's new compensation plan could reach a staggering $692 million over the next three years, dwarfing Tim Cook's earnings. The bulk of Pichai's pay is tied to performance metrics, including targets for Waymo and drone delivery. This reflects a significant shift in the tech industry as the era of guaranteed high returns for major tech stocks seems to be fading.
