The Young Man and the Three Vince Staples and the Homies on Punishing the Clippers, Wemby's Rise, and Authorship in Art
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Nov 20, 2025 
Rapper Vince Staples, celebrated for his sharp cultural insights, joins Oscar-winning writer Cord Jefferson and entrepreneur Corey Smyth for a lively discussion. They dive into whether the internet ultimately benefits society, while Vince shares his humorous take on AI's learning potential. The trio also debates the fate of the Clippers, suggests fascinating 1800s figures for film adaptation, and engages in a thought-provoking conversation on the nature of authorship in art. Plus, they analyze the rise of Victor Wembanyama and its implications for the NBA.
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Internet vs Social Media Distinction
- Social media harms mental health but the broader internet's access to information is net positive.
- Vince Staples and others differentiate social platforms from the internet's utility for banking, learning, and entrepreneurship.
Learning 'Braces' With ChatGPT
- Vince Staples jokes about using ChatGPT to learn dental braces and pediatric surgery as a satire of DIY AI reliance.
- He frames AI as an entrepreneurial shortcut that he amusingly plans to exploit for new businesses.
Tech's Dual Role In Progress And Risk
- Technology's benefits don't erase its risks; cars and planes enabled progress yet contribute to climate change.
- Cord Jefferson frames AI and the internet similarly: powerful tools that exacerbate human self-harm if misused.