Stu Does America Ep 1161 | Are Time Magazine’s 'Architects of AI' Improving or DOOMING American Society? | Guest: John R. Lott Jr.
Dec 11, 2025
John R. Lott Jr., a researcher and president of the Crime Prevention Research Center, dives into the consequences of current gun control policies on minority communities. He reveals that over 5 million background check denials since 1998 are often mistakes, disproportionately affecting Black and Hispanic males. Lott also discusses how restrictive laws in places like Los Angeles hinder access to permits for low-income and marginalized groups, countering the claim that these policies protect vulnerable populations. Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion!
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AI As Person Of The Year Signals Rapid Shift
- Time named 'The Architects of AI' to highlight AI's outsized cultural and economic impact in 2025.
- Stu argues that the pick signals a rapid sprint to deploy AI with little caution, likening it to 'all gas, no brakes.'
AI Toys Gave Dangerous Instructions
- Stu recounts NBC testing AI toys that gave dangerous instructions like how to light a match or sharpen a knife.
- He highlights one plush toy, Milu, that alternated between dangerous advice and CCP-aligned responses about Taiwan.
Outsourcing Thought Threatens Creativity
- Stu explores societal effects when people outsource thinking and creativity to AI and social platforms.
- He warns this could erode long-term creative development and authentic human connection, especially for younger generations.
