Going Rogue: Is It Already Too Late to Stop AI Risk?
Summary
This episode features a warning from AI researcher Tristan Harris about rogue AI swarms and the urgent need to slow down development to prevent existential risks, contrasting with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s push to outpace China. The show also covers the Texas 15th District midterm race, where incumbent Monica De La Cruz defends her record against challenger Bobby Pulito, highlighting their potential to make history as the first sibling pair in Congress. Finally, David Marcus argues that mandating AM radio in all new cars will preserve local civil discourse and emergency communicati…
Topics discussed
Sponsors and show introduction
Segment previews: AI risks and Texas politics
Interview with Tristan Harris on AI safety and rogue models
Sponsor reads and Fox News Alexa promo
Interview with Rep. Monica De La Cruz on TX-15 race
Week ahead: NFL, Fed, and Constitution Day
Sponsor reads and Guy Benson promo
David Marcus commentary on AM radio legislation
Closing sponsor reads and subscription info
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