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…
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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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