Best Podcast Episodes About Peter Thiel
Everything podcasters are saying about Peter Thiel — curated from top podcasts
Updated: Apr 28, 2026 – 80 episodes
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Top Podcast Clips About Peter Thiel
“This is the, you sent this to me this week. I put it in the notes specifically. This is Peter Jackson, Warner Brothers, New Line. They announced a new Lord of the Rings. It's like a sequel and a prequel. Here's Peter Jackson making the announcement. I thought it was time to give you all a Hunt for Gollum update. The first of many that we'll do, little blogs along the way. And Andy Serkis has been busy designing the film. He's going to direct it and obviously play Gollum. We've got a lot of the old team back again, familiar faces and …”
“This is the, you sent this to me this week. I put it in the notes specifically. This is Peter Jackson, Warner Brothers, New Line. They announced a new Lord of the Rings. It's like a sequel and a prequel. Here's Peter Jackson making the announcement. I thought it was time to give you all a Hunt for Gollum update. The first of many that we'll do, little blogs along the way. And Andy Serkis has been busy designing the film. He's going to direct it and obviously play Gollum. We've got a lot of the old team back again, familiar faces and some new faces. But Andy's doing a terrific job. It's looking amazing. The script is coming together really well, and I think it's going to be a really good film. A really good film. So pause here. But that is not the only talking movie that we're doing. He's talking about a movie we already knew about that was already announced called The Hunt for …”
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Peter Jackson reveals not just one, but two new Lord of the Rings films in the works, including a prequel titled 'The Hunt for Gollum.' This film, set between 'The Hobbit' and 'The Lord of the Rings,' follows Aragorn as he searches for Gollum to uncover secrets about the One Ring. Fans can expect familiar faces and a fresh take under the direction of Andy Serkis, who also reprises his role as Gollum.
“… interesting about the movie is the guy, like, the guy giving the lecture about how Greta Thunberg might be the Antichrist, and we're talking about Peter Thiel, like, is this powerful, not transparent billionaire who runs these tech companies, and you're like, if I'm making a movie about the Antichrist, not to be Joe Central casting, but I think I'm gonna go with the powerful billionaire guy as Antichrist, not the girl on a flotilla. Doesn't feel as Antichrist-esque. We're only a year into this. You know, the one thing that I think has been demonstrated here is that this is an alien format to a lot of …”
“… would have seen the CEO of Raytheon, you know, giving lectures about the Antichrist, right? I think you're right, though. Like, this is an entirely, like, different class. But could it be Greta Thunberg? I mean, let's be honest. You know what's so interesting about the movie is the guy, like, the guy giving the lecture about how Greta Thunberg might be the Antichrist, and we're talking about Peter Thiel, like, is this powerful, not transparent billionaire who runs these tech companies, and you're like, if I'm making a movie about the Antichrist, not to be Joe Central casting, but I think I'm gonna go with the powerful billionaire guy as Antichrist, not the girl on a flotilla. Doesn't feel as Antichrist-esque. We're only a year into this. You know, the one thing that I think has been demonstrated here is that this is an alien format to a lot of Americans, and what you're seeing in Minneapolis and the people, and these are just, I know that the big word on the right is, these are paid agitators. They're fucking regular people with whistles. That's their technology, out on the streets. And yes, maybe they organize on social media like most Facebook groups do, or Signal Chats or whatever it …”
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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.
“… is like, look, I'll get her out of the show. And they're like, no, you won't. Like, Mike Nichols would fucking nuke you. So that doesn't happen. Peter Weir pivots to Isabella Rossellini. She's kind of wishy-washy about it. Maybe, maybe not. She goes over to the Bereshnikov movie White Nights instead. Peter Weir does eventually work with her in Fearless. I mean, Witness is way better than White Nights. But, like, White Nights is pretty. Good moves. Yeah. That's some dance trash movie for you right there. Right. Right. Right. Garbage dance movie. then Peter Weir's like what if we got like a …”
“… Rachel Lapp. Yeah. First thing on Glenn Close. Makes sense. She's hot. Yeah. At the time. She's on the real thing on Broadway, which is this gigantic, you know, Tom Stopper play. Mike Nichols directed. And Jeremy Irons is her co-star. And her agent is like, look, I'll get her out of the show. And they're like, no, you won't. Like, Mike Nichols would fucking nuke you. So that doesn't happen. Peter Weir pivots to Isabella Rossellini. She's kind of wishy-washy about it. Maybe, maybe not. She goes over to the Bereshnikov movie White Nights instead. Peter Weir does eventually work with her in Fearless. I mean, Witness is way better than White Nights. But, like, White Nights is pretty. Good moves. Yeah. That's some dance trash movie for you right there. Right. Right. Right. Garbage dance movie. then Peter Weir's like what if we got like a German actress right right like we're casting a Pennsylvania Dutch woman yeah sure and like they think about that but they can't find anyone there's just one lady apparently he likes the unnamed who like called on the phone and was like hello Mr. Weir and they were like this is not gonna work like no Kelly McGillis yeah high school dropout had studied …”
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Kelly McGillis's performance in the 1985 film 'Witness' is a remarkable story of Hollywood dynamics and casting challenges. Initially overlooked for more established names, McGillis brought authenticity to her role, impressing director Peter Weir and ultimately winning over Harrison Ford. Her journey highlights the industry's tendency to favor star power over fresh talent, making her success all the more compelling.
“… The first is the traditional system. The second is the cash pay model. Okay, well, that's kind of merging into two different arenas. You've got the Peter Atiyah's $100,000 to be my client that only the richest Americans can afford, and you're going to get top-tier care, and I'm going to provide concierge medicine. Well, 99.99% of America can't afford that. And then you've got the hems of the world that are going the route of a pill mill. Like, candidly, it isn't about quality of care. It isn't about helping patients solve a problem. It's about monetizing a medication and putting a weight loss …”
“… other challenge even where I was going earlier. Even in the longevity space, the preventative care space, it's already becoming what Big Pharma was. And this is one of my really big heartburns. You've got two pathways. The first – the three pathways. The first is the traditional system. The second is the cash pay model. Okay, well, that's kind of merging into two different arenas. You've got the Peter Atiyah's $100,000 to be my client that only the richest Americans can afford, and you're going to get top-tier care, and I'm going to provide concierge medicine. Well, 99.99% of America can't afford that. And then you've got the hems of the world that are going the route of a pill mill. Like, candidly, it isn't about quality of care. It isn't about helping patients solve a problem. It's about monetizing a medication and putting a weight loss drug or a peptide as fast as possible in that patient's hand so you can monetize the patient. To me, that's no bigger, different than big pharma. And so my vision for the future is how do we combine the best of both worlds? How do we take that nuanced concierge care make it affordable make it scalable and make it truly drive healthspan I don think …”
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In this segment, Brigham Buhler humorously tackles the complexities of obesity and hormonal imbalances, questioning whether we’re fat because our hormones are broken or vice versa. His candid critique of the healthcare system, comparing it to a 'pill mill,' adds a comedic flair to the serious topic of chronic disease prevention.
“… I'm not trying to get in the way of that. While I do have one small correction to that HoloApp episode we spoke at length in the episode about how Peter Thiel the billionaire Silicon Valley mega investor is one of the HoloApp funders And the correction is that I wish that I had named more clearly and more loudly that the hallow app funder Peter Thiel is also a very well Epstein collaborator We mentioned this sort of in passing. The episode was already quite a bit longer than our episodes usually are, so I don't think we got, we didn't really have time to fully get into it, but I wish that I had …”
“… spend a couple days like just pouring yourself into the research to build a pretty substantial case against the Halo app and some of its investors, its spokespeople. And yeah, you just had a lot to say. So it was pretty cool to watch. And also, like, I'm not trying to get in the way of that. While I do have one small correction to that HoloApp episode we spoke at length in the episode about how Peter Thiel the billionaire Silicon Valley mega investor is one of the HoloApp funders And the correction is that I wish that I had named more clearly and more loudly that the hallow app funder Peter Thiel is also a very well Epstein collaborator We mentioned this sort of in passing. The episode was already quite a bit longer than our episodes usually are, so I don't think we got, we didn't really have time to fully get into it, but I wish that I had because yes, the financial backer of the hallow prayer app, Peter Thiel, his name appears more than 2,200 times in documents released so far by the Department of Justice related to Epstein. So we know that from 2014 to 2019, well after Epstein's arrest and conviction and sex offender status for sexually exploiting children was public knowledge, well …”
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The Holo app is backed by Peter Thiel, who has deep ties to Jeffrey Epstein, raising serious ethical concerns. Despite Epstein's criminal history, Thiel continued financial dealings with him, which casts a shadow over the Holo app's integrity. This connection suggests that the app's funding may be intertwined with troubling financial practices, prompting questions about its moral stance.
“… people Their closet is about the Republican part now That the thing Well it depends on how wealthy they are I mean some of them are pretty you know Peter Thiel pretty open about it He was yeah about his Republicanism Watch this. San Fran Transit. We refuse to release crime surveillance videos because it will make people racist. Releasing videos would create a racial bias in the riders against minorities on the trains. Why would it do that, San Fran Transit? Why would it create a bias? Is there a reoccurring theme? among the people committing crimes? You could say that about European crime statistics …”
“… pause. We'll be right back, folks. I just sent Jamie something funny that someone just sent me about San Francisco. There's this guy. I think he calls himself the gay Republican. The gay Republican? There a lot of those actually which shouldn shock people Their closet is about the Republican part now That the thing Well it depends on how wealthy they are I mean some of them are pretty you know Peter Thiel pretty open about it He was yeah about his Republicanism Watch this. San Fran Transit. We refuse to release crime surveillance videos because it will make people racist. Releasing videos would create a racial bias in the riders against minorities on the trains. Why would it do that, San Fran Transit? Why would it create a bias? Is there a reoccurring theme? among the people committing crimes? You could say that about European crime statistics as well. That's also why the Germans actually, in particular, but I think other European countries did not want to release. Right. But they did get them out. They have come out now. And the UK. Yeah. Yeah. Yeah. So let's move on to happier subjects, shall we? So what do you think about all this UAP talk? It's one thing that Trump has said that he's …”
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In this hilarious segment, the hosts dive into the absurdity of a 'gay Republican' and the strange world of UFO disclosures, showcasing the ridiculousness of government transparency. The comedic timing peaks as they discuss the irony of releasing classified UFO files while avoiding serious issues, making for a laugh-out-loud moment that blends politics with absurdity.
“… I've met a couple of these folks, and they do not seem particularly enamored with humans. I don't want to say outright misanthropic, but, you know, Peter Thiel was asked famously in a conversation, you know, should humans continue? And, you know, he paused, I think, for a pretty considerable amount of time before he went like, well, you know, and transhumanism. I once asked Sam Altman about the disruption that AI is going to cause to our workforce and that small amount of time in which it's going to cause it. And his response was just he literally just looked at the question was five minutes long and …”
“… that's around federal regulation of AI or data privacy or social media or other types of – that's actually really hard for Washington to do, to pass legislation on these kinds of issues. Sarah, you spoke of this earlier. Here's why I'm very nervous. I've met a couple of these folks, and they do not seem particularly enamored with humans. I don't want to say outright misanthropic, but, you know, Peter Thiel was asked famously in a conversation, you know, should humans continue? And, you know, he paused, I think, for a pretty considerable amount of time before he went like, well, you know, and transhumanism. I once asked Sam Altman about the disruption that AI is going to cause to our workforce and that small amount of time in which it's going to cause it. And his response was just he literally just looked at the question was five minutes long and he just went, we'll be OK. You know, how concerned are you with with these great men and how great they actually are? And what is their connection to do they understand the damage that they also can do? Or are they megalomaniacs? Well I mean I can look into anyone heart and mind but I would say that if they able to cause harm it only because they …”
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In this segment, the hosts hilariously dissect the questionable morals of tech billionaires like Elon Musk and Peter Thiel, questioning whether their wealth makes them misanthropic. The comedic tension peaks when they ponder if these 'great men' even care about humanity, leading to laugh-out-loud moments about the absurdity of their responses to serious questions.
“All right, Bill, how did Peter do? Well, in my 12 years here, we have never had a three-way tie. Oh, you guys are just equally mediocre at this game. I know. Equally yoked. It's really hard. Coming up, our panelists predict after his visit to the Supreme Court this week, what will be the next surprising place Donald Trump will show up. But first, let me tell you that, wait, wait, don't tell me, it's a production of NPR and WBEZ Chicago in association with Urgent Haircut …”
“All right, Bill, how did Peter do? Well, in my 12 years here, we have never had a three-way tie. Oh, you guys are just equally mediocre at this game. I know. Equally yoked. It's really hard. Coming up, our panelists predict after his visit to the Supreme Court this week, what will be the next surprising place Donald Trump will show up. But first, let me tell you that, wait, wait, don't tell me, it's a production of NPR and WBEZ Chicago in association with Urgent Haircut Productions, Doug Berman, Benevolent Overlord. Philip Godega writes our limericks. Our public address announcer is Paul Friedman. Thanks to the staff and crew at the Studebaker Theatre. B.J. Liederman composed our theme. Our program is produced by Jennifer Mills, Miles Dornbos, and Lillian King. Special thanks to Blythe Roberson, Monica Hickey, and …”
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In a hilarious prediction segment, the panelists throw out outrageous ideas for where Donald Trump might show up next, including a 'gold-plated, platinum-lined, diamond-encrusted prison cell' and a 'car made of human skin.' The absurdity of their suggestions, combined with playful banter, makes for a wildly entertaining discussion.
“… and they are comfortable with what their own allies describe as, quote, deceptive practices or lies. They also have a lot of money from people like Peter Thiel. Organizations like Live Action know that their actual positions are deeply unpopular with the American public, which is why they have to lie about those positions, which is why they have to dress those positions up in moral judgmental language, which is why when someone like me calls them out about it in a podcast, they have to write a piece about Chris Pratt instead of engaging with the substance of my actual argument. Because if they …”
“… have managed to impose their extreme will on this country, not because most Americans agree with them. The polling is very clear that most Americans do not agree with them, but because they are disciplined, they are strategic, they are well-funded, and they are comfortable with what their own allies describe as, quote, deceptive practices or lies. They also have a lot of money from people like Peter Thiel. Organizations like Live Action know that their actual positions are deeply unpopular with the American public, which is why they have to lie about those positions, which is why they have to dress those positions up in moral judgmental language, which is why when someone like me calls them out about it in a podcast, they have to write a piece about Chris Pratt instead of engaging with the substance of my actual argument. Because if they actually engage with the substance of my actual arguments, that a surveillance-backed, venture capital-funded app is monetizing your faith while its biggest partner has not even apologized to the black child he threw rocks at, while it also partnered with a man now facing six counts of rape charges, while it's backed by the guy that built a deportation …”
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Contrary to claims by anti-abortion groups, a staggering 63% of Americans support legal abortion in most or all cases, revealing a stark disconnect between public opinion and the narratives pushed by organizations like Live Action. While these groups portray themselves as the silent moral majority, data shows they represent a well-funded, extreme minority that does not reflect the views of the American public. This discrepancy highlights the need for honest dialogue about abortion rights and the realities of American values.
“… that he is a famous Catholic. Hallow, this app, this faith-based prayer app for Catholics, fun fact, funded by Trump-supporting evil gay billionaire Peter Thiel and also J.D. Vance are backers of this app. Here is how them described it. Though prayer is famously free, the app is a subscription-based service that charges $70 per year for an annual plan or $11 a month for a monthly option. That is a lot of money to pray. They better have some primo voice talent on there for those prices. Yeah, and I had to buy the subscription to get in there, which I did immediately cancel, but it was gonna be, you …”
“We could talk so much about all of the scumbag stuff. I know that he is a famous Catholic. Hallow, this app, this faith-based prayer app for Catholics, fun fact, funded by Trump-supporting evil gay billionaire Peter Thiel and also J.D. Vance are backers of this app. Here is how them described it. Though prayer is famously free, the app is a subscription-based service that charges $70 per year for an annual plan or $11 a month for a monthly option. That is a lot of money to pray. They better have some primo voice talent on there for those prices. Yeah, and I had to buy the subscription to get in there, which I did immediately cancel, but it was gonna be, you know, I think $69.99 for the year was what they were gonna bill me if I didn't cancel, which is, it's a lot to pray. I don't know how much of that makes its way to God. How much of it makes its way to God? How much of it makes its way to Mark Wahlberg, Chris Pratt, and Gwen Stefani? Even on the Catholic subreddit on Reddit, a place where Catholics …”
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The Hallow app, a prayer subscription service backed by controversial figures like Peter Thiel, charges $70 a year to access its content. Critics argue that this monetization of faith turns genuine spirituality into a cash grab, especially when it features celebrity endorsements from the likes of Mark Wahlberg and Gwen Stefani. The app's approach raises eyebrows, particularly with its politically charged content targeting women considering abortion, showcasing a troubling mix of faith and profit.
“… And this is how Jeffrey Epstein starts to invade Silicon Valley. in 2012 epstein asks british investor ian osborne to set up a meeting between him peter teal and a quote-unquote zuckerberg which i think we can we can all agree who that might be i don't know i'm not asking questions just not gonna ask questions although there is i mean actually we can say this because uh epstein emailed himself a photo from a dinner and he took like he took like an old man like side of the table like me and all my friends photo like the way your dad would facetime you from a restaurant and it's teal mark …”
“… I will say is that these men were very interested in weaponizing the internet, mobilizing internet users, figuring out how to make money, how to hijack conversation and discourse. And they will continue to experiment with this throughout the 2010s. And this is how Jeffrey Epstein starts to invade Silicon Valley. in 2012 epstein asks british investor ian osborne to set up a meeting between him peter teal and a quote-unquote zuckerberg which i think we can we can all agree who that might be i don't know i'm not asking questions just not gonna ask questions although there is i mean actually we can say this because uh epstein emailed himself a photo from a dinner and he took like he took like an old man like side of the table like me and all my friends photo like the way your dad would facetime you from a restaurant and it's teal mark zuckerberg joy ito from the mit media lab elon musk it's like all the guys so we have photo we have photo evidence that they all went to dinner and by the way just to reiterate jeffrey epstein known pedophile at this point yeah like convicted has been arrested bended convicted pedophile at this point so he starts to like worm his way around silicon valley …”
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In a shocking twist, Jeffrey Epstein's ties to 4chan reveal a deeper strategy in his manipulation of internet culture and politics. After meeting 4chan's founder Christopher Poole, Epstein sought to leverage the platform's chaos for his own gain, influencing movements like Gamergate and QAnon. This connection showcases how Epstein understood the power of online communities and their potential for societal disruption.
“and sort of just the character set around Peter. This trailer to me signals something so clearly distinct from that, which is like, no, the things that matter to Peter still matter to him. And like, yes, we have the flowers on May's grave and of course the painful letter and just the, you know, the reinforcement that nothing has changed. They don't know who he is. Bruce Banner, when he goes to him, you know, in his Empire State University sweatshirt to ask for his help, does not know who he …”
“and sort of just the character set around Peter. This trailer to me signals something so clearly distinct from that, which is like, no, the things that matter to Peter still matter to him. And like, yes, we have the flowers on May's grave and of course the painful letter and just the, you know, the reinforcement that nothing has changed. They don't know who he is. Bruce Banner, when he goes to him, you know, in his Empire State University sweatshirt to ask for his help, does not know who he is. Even the Avengers don't know, haven't been brought into the loop of who he is. That's kind of wild. um i think that the fact that he's like i've moved in across from you and i'm at your parties and i'm here it's like it makes me feel like they're actually going to be in the movie way more than i anticipated because this is still just like the …”
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In the latest trailer for 'Spider-Man: Brand New Day', MJ seems to remember Spider-Man more than Peter Parker, hinting at an intriguing character development. This revelation raises questions about her connection to Peter and suggests that key characters, including Daredevil, may play a significant role in the unfolding story. The crossover implications from 'Daredevil: Born Again' add another layer of excitement as the narrative unfolds.
“… data included in transactions. Anything. How about the program Orange that your boy Sailor is running? Let's talk about that. Oh. Yeah, how about Peter Todd? You want to talk about that? You want to talk about Nick Carter? Let's go. You want to talk about why Trump is having a shitcoin casino at Mar-a-Lago in a couple weeks? Let's talk about that. Let's talk about what Nick Carter is really doing. Selling Quantum FUD to make sure that information keeps going on the blockchain. Let's talk about it all. I mean, I guess we can start with quantum. What, what, because I've been very critical about …”
“So I'm assuming this is like ordinals, data, arbitrary data included in transactions. Anything. How about the program Orange that your boy Sailor is running? Let's talk about that. Oh. Yeah, how about Peter Todd? You want to talk about that? You want to talk about Nick Carter? Let's go. You want to talk about why Trump is having a shitcoin casino at Mar-a-Lago in a couple weeks? Let's talk about that. Let's talk about what Nick Carter is really doing. Selling Quantum FUD to make sure that information keeps going on the blockchain. Let's talk about it all. I mean, I guess we can start with quantum. What, what, because I've been very critical about this. I think the the rush to um make a signature uh algorithm changes haphazard and stupid And I not convinced that we actually need it Well I know that it stupid but I also know the reason why Nick Carter is behind it. Remember where he went to school, University of Edinburgh, where the Fabians are based. Remember who his dad is. His dad is a …”
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Bitcoin's base chain is at risk of becoming obsolete due to the unnecessary inclusion of data, which could lead to its functionality being compromised. Dr. Jack Kruse argues that this pollution is driven by influential figures in Silicon Valley, aiming to shift focus away from Bitcoin to newer blockchains. He emphasizes the need for a clean base chain to ensure Bitcoin's survival against these threats.
“… are occupying different pockets of good cop, bad cop. Yes. Sure. And I'm not so sure that that's an accident. Because downstream of these guys is Peter Thiel. Well, I don't disagree that there's a heavy tinge of marketing. Anthropic was on a marketing push before this. There was a Super Bowl ad. There was all this stuff. But the thing I wanted to just say about this statement is it's notable to me that he doesn't say like, hey we won't do mass surveillance and we won't do kill bots he's just saying like we're not ready to do that yet right yeah we're not prepared to do that at this juncture right so …”
“… undress people. You can be a total Nazi. Go for it. Anyway. You forgot one. What? Alex Karp. Well, Palantir is different. Well, but to me, everything that you're describing, incredibly good description of all of these guys. But I feel like these guys are occupying different pockets of good cop, bad cop. Yes. Sure. And I'm not so sure that that's an accident. Because downstream of these guys is Peter Thiel. Well, I don't disagree that there's a heavy tinge of marketing. Anthropic was on a marketing push before this. There was a Super Bowl ad. There was all this stuff. But the thing I wanted to just say about this statement is it's notable to me that he doesn't say like, hey we won't do mass surveillance and we won't do kill bots he's just saying like we're not ready to do that yet right yeah we're not prepared to do that at this juncture right so i guess my point was that to me each one of these gentlemen in a way is trying to decide which version of themselves will be the most palatable for a public that is increasingly scrutinizing AI carp just go straight up I am a part of the United States military industrial complex I want to kill everyone I want to drop fentanyl laced urine on top of …”
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The discussion centers on the ethical implications of AI in military applications, particularly focusing on the controversial topics of mass surveillance and autonomous weapons, often referred to as 'kill bots.' The speakers highlight the differing approaches of tech CEOs like Sam Altman and Dario Amodei, illustrating the tension between technological advancement and ethical responsibility in the face of increasing public scrutiny.
“… is hit with like, actually, is this more chaos than I want? and I think it's really interesting as like basically the first extended narrative thing Peter Weir ever made on film because it feels like it is him very much trying to excoriate the the exact person he doesn't want to be sure right you know sort of cultural tourist yeah right right and the guy who gets out when things get a little too messy likes to believe that he could get down and dirty and really give everything to the cause. What does he do in this? He doesn't do much. Exactly. That's the difference. And he's really the first act …”
“… if what is imposed upon him is like immense privilege and security and safety. And it builds to him inviting this radical kind of theater troupe over to his parents' house, mostly to kind of just say fuck you to his parents, and then immediately is hit with like, actually, is this more chaos than I want? and I think it's really interesting as like basically the first extended narrative thing Peter Weir ever made on film because it feels like it is him very much trying to excoriate the the exact person he doesn't want to be sure right you know sort of cultural tourist yeah right right and the guy who gets out when things get a little too messy likes to believe that he could get down and dirty and really give everything to the cause. What does he do in this? He doesn't do much. Exactly. That's the difference. And he's really the first act of the movie, like just kind of circling around, like he's really not doing anything. Right. That movie feels right. It feels much more barbed. And this the way it is, I think, getting at a somewhat similar thing is much less critical of the character and more critical of the societal systems. And then as you're saying, The moving part of it for me …”
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In 'The Year of Living Dangerously,' Peter Weir explores the complexities of privilege and rebellion through the character of Michael, a sheltered intellectual who seeks chaos to escape his coddled upbringing. The film critiques societal systems while illustrating how personal connections can drive meaningful change, as seen in the pivotal conversations between characters. This narrative sets the stage for a deeper understanding of family dynamics and personal identity amidst larger societal issues.
“… I'm sorry it was upsetting, but it does seem like rewarding. Yeah. Oh totally And it just makes me appreciate our lineage of filmmakers here and Peter Weir He a he a real master and he deserves you know I glad you doing this because he deserves more attention and for younger people to get in and watch all of his films I will also say I imagine almost all of our listeners are very familiar with Mr. Babadook and his work. But if people haven't seen The Nightingale, just because we've invoked it a bunch here, I would say it is similar to Gallipoli in that it is a very devastating watch, but I …”
“and I wouldn't have been so moved. I'm sorry it was upsetting, but it does seem like rewarding. Yeah. Oh totally And it just makes me appreciate our lineage of filmmakers here and Peter Weir He a he a real master and he deserves you know I glad you doing this because he deserves more attention and for younger people to get in and watch all of his films I will also say I imagine almost all of our listeners are very familiar with Mr. Babadook and his work. But if people haven't seen The Nightingale, just because we've invoked it a bunch here, I would say it is similar to Gallipoli in that it is a very devastating watch, but I think a very worthwhile watch. And if you've been following us along on these Peter Weir films, I think there's a lot of overlap in sort of subject matter and perspective and working through the kind of Australian diaspora. Yeah. Well, well, well, put it, put it this way. I think if, if Fred Skepsi hadn't made Chant of Jimmy Blacksmith and if Peter …”
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Peter Weir, known for films like 'Gallipoli' and 'Picnic at Hanging Rock', expressed that if he had been aware of other filmmakers' approaches earlier in his career, he might have never pursued filmmaking due to anxiety. This insight highlights the importance of his outsider perspective, which shaped his distinct cinematic vision. Weir's journey reflects how embracing one’s unique style can lead to groundbreaking art, as exemplified in his lesser-known work, 'The Plumber'.
“What is interesting about Peter Weir's career versus many other directors we've covered is these three films kind of come out as one movement of expression. He's sort of just like... They sort of all... It's not like it happens simultaneously, but he set several balls rolling and so it's not like he did the last... We'll talk about it, but he did the last wave based off of his success of Picnic and Hanging Rock. It was already well in motion by the time Picnic was in …”
“What is interesting about Peter Weir's career versus many other directors we've covered is these three films kind of come out as one movement of expression. He's sort of just like... They sort of all... It's not like it happens simultaneously, but he set several balls rolling and so it's not like he did the last... We'll talk about it, but he did the last wave based off of his success of Picnic and Hanging Rock. It was already well in motion by the time Picnic was in post-production. Right. The success of Picnic got him a little extra money for this. But yeah, these three films just sort of like started rolling at the same time and then come out in very short succession. Certainly true. And I guess it's sort of the breadth of I mean, Gallipoli is probably the big thing for him. but like and you're living dangerously …”
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Peter Weir's films, particularly 'Gallipoli,' 'Witness,' and 'The Last Wave,' showcase a unique movement of expression that highlights his versatility as a director. The discussion dives into how these films, released in quick succession, reveal different genres and themes, from heart-wrenching drama to cultural exploration. The impact of 'Witness,' in particular, left a lasting impression on viewers, blending intense storytelling with a poignant love story set against the backdrop of the Amish community.
“… or not behaving like them or not having the same kind of boyfriends, girlfriends, whatever, than them. It's like, I mean, I couldn't be happier that Peter Brimlow is going to end his career on the bottom of the heap he was trying to climb. Yeah. You know? Yeah. And there'll be, I guarantee you, there'll be more of an effort from us to define his legacy than from them because they don't care. They don't care. No, they will, They'll use you up and forget you. Yeah, they don't care. We will spend more time on him than that. And so we look at him and we're talking about him right now. I host a …”
“… although money is a part of it, is just ascending and pushing down from a power space, right? Like you just like to be in a place where they can have power over other people and usually other people being... designated by not looking like them or not behaving like them or not having the same kind of boyfriends, girlfriends, whatever, than them. It's like, I mean, I couldn't be happier that Peter Brimlow is going to end his career on the bottom of the heap he was trying to climb. Yeah. You know? Yeah. And there'll be, I guarantee you, there'll be more of an effort from us to define his legacy than from them because they don't care. They don't care. No, they will, They'll use you up and forget you. Yeah, they don't care. We will spend more time on him than that. And so we look at him and we're talking about him right now. I host a podcast where we talk about these guys all the time.”
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Peter Brimlow, a prominent figure in the white nationalist movement, faced a dramatic downfall after a series of legal challenges and internal conflicts within his group. Once riding high with financial backing and a stronghold in a 'racism castle', Brimlow's narrative is a cautionary tale of ambition turning to defeat as the pressures from investigations and infighting dismantled his influence. This segment reflects on the toxic dynamics of right-wing movements and their lack of solidarity.
“… his life or hasn't experienced what it's like to raise children and genuinely sees maybe a legitimacy of the rise of the robots. It's kind of this Peter Thiel nihilism weirdness that they just look at stuff as ROI being the end game. No, the reason why we pursue ROI is such that we can waste time and money and be very inefficient with the investments we make. I still haven't got my money back on my children. I'm not sure I'm ever going to. In almost every calculation of ROI, I say this my kids all the time. I'm like, I talked to them about becoming a man and the idea of surplus value. And I'm like, …”
“… nightmares called children that the whole fucking point is that we do all this other stuff such that we can make the investments in these children that are worth it. And I thought this is such a statement from someone who has not had enough love in his life or hasn't experienced what it's like to raise children and genuinely sees maybe a legitimacy of the rise of the robots. It's kind of this Peter Thiel nihilism weirdness that they just look at stuff as ROI being the end game. No, the reason why we pursue ROI is such that we can waste time and money and be very inefficient with the investments we make. I still haven't got my money back on my children. I'm not sure I'm ever going to. In almost every calculation of ROI, I say this my kids all the time. I'm like, I talked to them about becoming a man and the idea of surplus value. And I'm like, you're surplus negative right now. I'm like, the school is spending way more than you're giving back. We give you so much more love than you give us. I can't, I'm like, do you know how much I'm spending on you? Like my son's been selling Pokemon cards and I'm like, okay, give that to me back. I've forced my kid who just got into college to go …”
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Sam Altman's views suggest a troubling nihilism regarding the value of sentient beings versus non-sentient investments. He implies that raising children is less efficient than creating AI, revealing a fundamental misunderstanding of life's purpose. This perspective raises significant concerns about the future of technology and humanity's values.
“… something to it at first. Ken Griffin relocated himself in the headquarters of his Citadel hedge fund from Chicago to Miami. The venture capitalists Peter Thiel and Keith Raboi bought homes in Miami Beach and opened an office for their venture capital fund in Miami, too. Jeff Bezos moved from Seattle to Miami, assembling a $200 million-plus compound. But the predicted total exodus never fully materialized. Many of those who moved to Miami quickly came face-to-face with its limits. Public and private schools couldn't match what they had left behind. Housing costs rose astronomically, making Miami now …”
“… commentators? I think we know half of them. They predicted the wealthy and their companies would be driven out by lockdowns, governance, failures, crime, and sudden possibility of remote work. The city's result would hollow out. There seemed to be something to it at first. Ken Griffin relocated himself in the headquarters of his Citadel hedge fund from Chicago to Miami. The venture capitalists Peter Thiel and Keith Raboi bought homes in Miami Beach and opened an office for their venture capital fund in Miami, too. Jeff Bezos moved from Seattle to Miami, assembling a $200 million-plus compound. But the predicted total exodus never fully materialized. Many of those who moved to Miami quickly came face-to-face with its limits. Public and private schools couldn't match what they had left behind. Housing costs rose astronomically, making Miami now one of the most unaffordable markets in the country. Most critically, you have hard to recruit top talent. If you have somebody visit, anybody that visits from Malibu, from Miami, they'll pull up Zillow. Oh, yeah. And be like everything so cheap here Yeah And the weather better It less humid Well it just says how expensive Miami got Yeah it is crazy …”
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The predicted mass exodus of wealthy individuals from urban centers like New York and San Francisco never fully happened, as many faced unexpected challenges in their new locales like Miami. High housing costs and difficulties in recruiting talent revealed that cities still hold significant economic value. Ultimately, technology allowed many to claim residency in desirable locations while maintaining their businesses elsewhere, reshaping urban economics.
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