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Is the world being manipulated? It feels like overnight, old political ideas have resurfaced, fueled by a sophisticated blend of propaganda, media manipulation, PR stunts, and targeted marketing. Behind the headlines, a complex web of influence is shaping our opinions and driving our actions. But you don't have to be a victim. Join us as we unravel the tactics used to control public discourse, and learn how to navigate this turbulent landscape with critical thinking and discernment. Together, we can reclaim our power and shape a future free from manipulation.
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Now that we acknowledged that the moment to stop Machine Learning and AI integration into our lives has long passed us–nearly 15 years ago–we can begin to move forward and recognize that all hope is not lost. Send us a text
We focused last episode on how AI works. And for a lot of people, there has been a worry that we need to stop AI or else it will take over. But the truth is that what we call AI has not only already taken over, but been embedded in our society for years. This episode was recorded on April 7, 2025 Send us a text
To understand the president’s thinking, you have to go back to where he’s from–Queens. This was recorded on April 3, 2025 Send us a text
Now that we understand the makers, their beliefs, their successors, and how they impart their worldview into our technology, we need to force our focus to the newest “it” trend in tech today, AI. How does it impact our world, and how is it already being used against us? This episode was recorded on March 27, 2025 Send us a text
You’re walking home. You’re tired; you’re hungry; you just want to go inside. And then five plainclothes cops are waiting by the front door, asking you if they can come into your apartment complex. What do you do? *This was recorded on March 24, 2025 Send us a text
If the Democrats could wave a magic wand and be in full control of government, what would they do? Yea, they don’t know, either. Join us for a modest proposal. Send us a text
Now that we’ve discussed the true reach and impact of Silicon Valley, as well as how this very type of person was created, we’re going to take a deeper dive into what Silicon Valley’s reach has meant and continues to mean to our society. Send us a text
New Mic! New season of Silo to discuss! Listen as our obsession with our new favorite show reaches dizzying new heights. Join us as we dive into Season 2 with aplomb! And remember: We do not know who built the Silo. We do not know why everything outside the Silo is as it is. We only know that day is not today. (Warning: Season 2 Spoilers!) Send us a text
Understanding what libertarianism is, and the people who founded and continue to back Silicon Valley, is but one important feature. How does it impact us not only on a day-to-day level, but also holistically? What does this philosophy do to the average person? Send us a text
Working on a podcast can take up a lot of time. What happens when Elliot catches up on the news and The Daily Show? He has thoughts. Send us a text
Now that we’ve described this person and how they succeed in Silicon Valley, let’s take a step back and analyze what they mean when they proclaim to be an economic libertarian. What does that mean? How does it apply? Who does it benefit? Who does it leave out? And how does this philosophy impact our daily lives? Send us a text
This started as a mic check but it devolved into a deep analytical conversation about our recent favorite show on Apple TV: Silo Season 1 SPOILER ALERT! If you haven't watched Silo Season 1 yet, go watch it and then come back to listen to this episode. Enjoy! Send us a text
Millennials were taught through the media and the cultural celebration of the first tech boom that nerds were undervalued, sweet people who absorbed all of the bullies of their lives and pushed this into technological creations that would push us into a new, progressive era. But we should remember that elevating a class, any class of people, will always yield results that will disappoint. Send us a text
Whether you like it or not–whether you identify as a capitalist, anarchist, socialist, communist, or any other economic form–there is one rule that is true, it’s always about the money. You want to know why things are the way they are? Follow the money. You want to know who is benefitting from a certain newly-designed program? Follow the money. You want to know what is valued in our society? Again, it’s all about money. Send us a text
So how do we institute this mindset? Thankfully, we are blessed to be part of a Western Civilization that spans thousands upon thousands of years. And while initially reacted to as counter-intuitive, we can see the value by going further back in time to when the humanities were first taught in Western Society. Send us a text
Welcome to Season 2! Now that the last election is behind us–and we’ve had time to process/vent at the sheer idiocy displayed by both parties–it’s worth a moment to take a step back and assess what has led us to this moment. Send us a text
America was prepared for any outcome this election, but could anyone have prepared you for that?!? Oh, that’s right, we did! (And we did try to warn you.) In this episode, host Elliot Touretz and producer/co-host Tun Myaing react to former President Donald Trump winning a second term with a multiracial coalition, what it means for the Republican Party, what it means for the Democratic Party, and where things go from here. Send us a text
Is Satire/humor even an effective strategy to combat misinformation? Is this equivalent to ignoring it, or worse? Does this cause larger problems? In this episode, host Elliot Touretz and producer/co-host Tun Myaing discuss the tenth and final rule of this 10 part course: Only Power Beats Power. Send us a text
What do we do against people who are using these tactics (business, politics, identity) as weapons? In this episode, host Elliot Touretz and producer/co-host Tun Myaing discuss the ninth rule of this 10 part course: Morality Isn’t Real. Send us a text
Now, everyone can self-identify as a victim. What does that do to a culture that no longer sees or values minority experiences? In this episode, host Elliot Touretz and producer/co-host Tun Myaing discuss the eighth rule of this 10 part course: Everything Can’t Be Everything. Send us a text
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