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The gang digs into the Pentagon’s plan to livestream the execution of the Fort Hood shooter. Does broadcasting an execution serve the public, or turn justice into a spectacle? Then they turn to California’s effort to shut down a human-versus-robot fight club. Should consenting adults be allowed to take on a robot, and does a regulator whose rules cover fights between people get a say? Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro 00:10:48 - Livestreamed Executions 00:42:23 - Fighting Robots 00:57:10 - Emails 01:38:09 - Wrap-up Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The gang digs into the sexual assault allegations against the Cornell Seven, the handling of the investigation, and the debate over New York’s consent law. Should the state close the loophole around voluntary intoxication? Then they turn to concerts that require fans to lock their phones away. Is a clearer view and fewer distractions worth giving up photos, videos, and easy contact with the outside world? Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro 00:04:44 - Cornell Seven 01:26:46 - Phone-Free Concerts 01:40:34 - Emails 02:00:15 - Wrap-up Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The gang digs into the nearly $1.5 million in taxpayer money spent on ads praising President Trump. Where’s the line between a public-service announcement and campaigning on our dime? Then they turn to a study that found no clear improvement in students’ social wellbeing after a school smartphone ban. What should we expect these bans to accomplish, and what would convince us they aren’t working? Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro 00:19:08 - Taxpayer-Funded Trump Ads 00:43:22 - Iran 01:04:55 - School Phone Bans 01:16:44 - Emails 01:58:48 - Wrap-up Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The gang digs into the backlash against Ed Sheeran after Macklemore was dropped from his tour over his pro-Palestinian performances. How much control does a headliner have, and who gets to decide what’s said onstage? Then they turn to the states’ settlement over Paramount’s proposed acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery. Did the attorneys general secure meaningful protections, or trade away their leverage for corporate promises? Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro 00:06:57 - Ed Sheeran 00:36:18 - Paramount-Warner Bros. Merger 01:08:20 - Emails 01:46:26 - Wrap-up Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The gang digs into an Anthropic whistleblower’s warning about the race toward superintelligent AI and the growing calls to slow development. Should Washington step in, and how much should we trust the companies sounding the alarm about their own technology? Then they turn to Canada’s pursuit of a closer alliance with Europe and renewed independence pushes within the UK. What do these moves tell us about the future of some of America’s closest allies? Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro 00:19:36 - Slowing AI 01:18:47 - Canada's European Pivot 01:40:07 - Emails 02:09:44 - Wrap-up Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The gang digs into Germany's AfD party, which scraped together nearly 44% of the vote in the country's recent election. Is this another example of far right politics on the rise, or is there a bit of nuance to this victory? Then they turn to the 'Kirkaversary,' a meme-filled online event centered around the one-year anniversary of the assassination of Charlie Kirk. How far is too far when it comes to jokes about political violence? Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro 00:21:25 - AfD Victory 00:55:06 - Kirkaversary 01:18:48 - Emails 01:40:53 - Wrap-up Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The gang talks through Trump's 100-year oil deal with Venezuela, asking both whether it's a good deal and whether it's a deal the government should be making in the first place. Then they turn to Justin's alma mater, Syracuse University, which faces funding issues amid reduced enrollment and increased tuition. Is it a one-off problem for this specific school, or a sign of larger issues facing higher education? Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro 00:22:06 - Trump's Venezuela Oil Deal 00:47:03 - Syracuse 01:21:52 - Emails 01:49:02 - Wrap-up Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The gang discusses the recent Supreme Court decision that allows the Trump administration to implement parts of its executive order restricting mail-in voting during the midterms. They also dig into a recent New York Magazine piece about youth sports, which have grown increasingly expensive through year-round travel programs. Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro 00:22:22 - Mail-in Voting 00:51:24 - Travel Sports 01:10:48 - Emails 01:42:10 - Wrap-up Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The gang digs into the fallout following a jab Jon Ossoff made about Trump assistant and long-time fan Natalie Harp, who previously worked at One America News prior to joining his team in 2024. Are these sorts of comments and insinuations fair, or did Ossoff cross a line? They also discuss a recent NYT profile around matchmaking, and wonder if these paid services are worth it as an alternative to apps like Tinder. Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro 00:17:14 - Natalie Harp 00:43:47 - Matchmaking 01:11:33 - Emails 01:24:44 - Wrap-up Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The gang discusses Alberta's upcoming referendum on whether the province should leave Canada for independence. Is this a move towards a freer Alberta, or a repeat of Brexit? They also discuss Flock security cameras, as anger continues to grow towards the company's surveillance programs online and LA's mayor urges the LAPD to end their contract. Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro 00:15:57 - Alberta 00:42:40 - Flock 01:03:53 - Emails 01:37:44 - Wrap-up Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The gang discusses the allegations around Rep. Max Miller, as well as Jasmine Sun's recent reporting around the backlast to data centers. Plus, some thoughts on the Michigan race and the state of the Democratic party. https://jasmi.news/p/no-data-centers-in-my-backyard Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro 00:19:02 - Michigan 00:37:39 - Max Miller 01:02:51 - Data Centers 01:17:02 - Emails 01:47:14 - Wrap-up Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The gang digs into Gavin Newsom's one-time affair after the woman in question — Ruby Rippey — published an account of the scandal in Vanity Fair. Will this affect Newsom's 2028 aspirations, or is this episode deserving of different comparisons than Eric Swalwell and Graham Platner. They also discuss the growing movement towards "strategic wrinkles," as those looking for cosmetic treatments now look for just enough signs of aging to not look unnatural. Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro 00:09:48 - Gavin Newsom 00:35:20 - Strategic Wrinkles 00:59:09 - Emails 01:15:37 - Wrap-up Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In a semi-sequel to last week's episode, the gang discusses Darlene Graham's decision to run for a full Senate term, following her appointment to the seat her brother held for more than two decades. Is she a legit candidate, or is this stepping in the way of other politicians with more experience who might want this rare opportunity? They also look at the popularity of soccer in the US, and wonder whether this year's World Cup was a turning point for the sport in a country that has otherwise never cared. Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro 00:18:02 - Darlene Graham 01:02:07 - Soccer in the US 01:14:11 - Emails 01:37:13 - Wrap-up Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The crew gathers to discuss the unexpected passing of Lindsey Graham, examining the political legacy he leaves behind following over 30 years of serving in the Senate. They then turn to Meta's AI smart glasses, which is expanding outside of its Ray-Ban partnership to create cheaper smart glasses, despite ongoing privacy concerns. Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro 00:21:31 - Lindsey Graham 00:59:03 - Meta Smart Glasses 01:26:29 - Emails 02:01:36 - Wrap-up Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The gang convenes to discuss the latest Graham Platner scandal, this time in the form of a sexual assault allegation. Following multiple supporters distancing themselves from Platner, the candidate was heavily rumored to drop out days before the deadline — and, indeed, dropped out hours after this recording. The crew discusses the legacy of Platner's campaign, what's next for Democrats in Maine, and why this was the story that finally sunk his career. Then they turn to the "Missing Middle," as the 45-64 population continues to shrink, potentially causing havoc on both key elements of society and the economy. Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro 00:20:51 - Graham Platner 00:51:02 - Missing Middle 01:03:37 - Emails 01:17:49 - Wrap-up Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.