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When chips are down: Nvidia CEO’s risky relationship

Nov 10, 2026 · 22m

Summary

The Intelligence examines the FBI investigation into NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang, who is accused of a relationship with an alleged Chinese spy, and its potential impact on US-China AI relations. The episode also reports on a deadly Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo that is spreading across borders and challenging containment efforts due to regional conflict. Finally, it features a visit to West Virginia’s annual Roadkill Cook-Off, highlighting the resourcefulness and culinary creativity of Appalachian culture.

Topics discussed

Sponsorships: Grainger and Apollo.io Introduction: Ebola outbreak and NVIDIA scandal Interview: NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang spy scandal Sponsorships: VantageScore and Grainger Interview: Africa's deadliest Ebola outbreak Feature: West Virginia Roadkill Cook-Off Sponsorships: Citizens Bank and Grainger
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