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Patel Won't Promise to Keep FBI From Polls

Sep 16, 2026 · 56m

Summary

The episode features a discussion on AI regulation, highlighting a recent show where three AI holograms warned against trusting their own outputs and called for government oversight. The conversation shifts to the FBI director’s Senate hearing, where he defended controversial hiring regulations and faced sharp criticism for targeting journalists and protecting the president. The hosts also analyze the Epstein files, noting missing documents and ignored financial crimes involving Russian oligarchs. Finally, they address growing bipartisan calls for AI safety standards, contrasting these effo…

Topics discussed

Sponsors: Brahmi Pasta and Just Food for Dogs Show intro, Ground News promo, and guest introductions Casual chat: time perception and family anecdotes Discussion on AI agents warning about humanity Kash Patel hearing: FBI regulations on bestiality Patel hearing: Conflict with Sen. Booker and press freedom FBI loyalty to Trump and Project 2025 implications Patel hearing: Exchange with Sen. Wyden on presence Epstein files: Missing 302s and Jane Doe 3509 details Sponsors: Brahmi Pasta and Just Food for Dogs Epstein files: Financial records and foreign language gaps AI regulation, Nvidia stock, and safety concerns Brief mention of Iran and munitions spending House procedure and impeachment articles intro Sponsors: Brahmi Pasta and Just Food for Dogs Defense Secretary Hegseth impeachment discussion Election security: Patel pledge and voter registration Epstein victim: Jane Doe 3509's long-term abuse story UN scandal involving Melania Trump's friend Outro and final sponsor mentions
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