Mitch McConnell Returns & Trump Dismisses AI Doomsday Warnings | Danielle Brooks
Summary
Josh Johnson mocks Mitch McConnell’s return to Congress and questions AI safety claims from Anthropic executives, who warn of existential risks. The show then explores solar geoengineering, featuring a segment where the host releases sulfur dioxide balloons to cool the Earth. Finally, Johnson interviews Danielle Brooks, who discusses her new film *If I Go, Will They Miss Me*, its themes of family connection, and her experiences as a mother.
Topics discussed
Intro and host introduction
Mitch McConnell's return to Congress and health rumors
AI existential risks, CEO warnings, and Trump's comments
Sponsor segment: Midas tire guarantee
Michael Costa on solar geoengineering with balloons
Sponsor segment: Dose for cholesterol
Interview with Danielle Brooks on 'If I Go Will They Miss Me'
Sponsor segment: Toyota trucks
Voter registration, moment of zen, and outro
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