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Aug 5, 2026 · 6m

Summary

Host Kimberly Adams discusses AI’s impact on the legal system with Professor Benjamin Alari, who advocates for using technology to improve access to justice. The episode also examines how the AI and crypto industries are heavily funding political campaigns, mirroring strategies from the 2024 election. Finally, Nancy Marshall-Ginzer reports on slowing construction employment, citing high mortgage rates, supply chain issues, and immigration policy challenges.

Topics discussed

Odoo ad and show intro AI leaders meet with President Trump Benjamin Alari on Superjustice and legal scarcity The concept of personalized laws AI and crypto spending in 2026 campaigns Online gambling industry political spending Optum healthcare ad Construction employment trends overview Hiring challenges: funding and immigration Residential construction decline due to rates Newsletter promo and sign-off Kia car commercial
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