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AI Panic: Dario’s Warning, Trump’s Dismissal, and OpenAI’s IPO Delay

Sep 15, 2026 · 58m

Summary

Scott and Scott discuss the viral fallout from Scott’s San Francisco visit, highlighting Mayor London’s effective governance and the urgent need for AI regulation. They critique the Trump administration’s dismissal of AI safety concerns and the lack of federal oversight, proposing independent evaluation boards and state-level actions like California’s new bills. The conversation also covers Mark Carney’s diplomatic pivot toward the EU and the dangers of aging political leaders, arguing for term limits to prevent cognitive decline in high-stakes roles.

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