Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar 5/22/24: Shock Poll Huge Gen Z Boomer Divide In US, Scarlett Johansson Slams Altman Over Stolen AI Voice, Julian Assange Wins Ability To Appeal Extradition
May 22, 2024
Gabriel Shipton, filmmaker and brother of Julian Assange, passionately advocates for press freedom and discusses the recent court ruling allowing Assange to appeal extradition. The conversation unveils the stark generational divide in the U.S., particularly between Gen Z and Boomers, on issues like patriotism and financial insecurity. Scarlett Johansson’s outrage over the use of her AI voice raises ethical questions in tech, highlighting the responsibility of industry leaders. The dialogue blends critical legal developments, societal impacts, and the fight for free expression.
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Generational Divide
- Gen Z is less patriotic and religious than Baby Boomers, and values having children less.
- This generational divide reflects differing worldviews and experiences.
Democracy Perception
- Citizens' perception of living in a democracy doesn't correlate with procedural democracy.
- China, Switzerland, and Singapore top the list, while the US isn't in the top 10.
Johansson vs. OpenAI
- Scarlett Johansson declined to voice OpenAI's ChatGPT but was shocked to find the new voice, 'Sky', eerily similar to hers.
- Sam Altman's tweet "her" implied intentional similarity, sparking legal action.