Scott Adams, creator of Dilbert comic strip and author of LOSERTHINK, discusses various interesting topics such as politics, DEI assessment criteria, Elon Musk's lithium and robot business, Stephen King's controversial book, and misconstrued interpretation and accusations.
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The host disabled YouTube comments on the podcast due to concerns about non-organic commenters, highlighting the need to seek alternative platforms to engage with viewers.
Elon Musk predicts that his robot business will be his biggest success, with the potential to sell 10 billion robots in various industries.
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Questioning the reasons behind YouTube comments being disabled
On the podcast, the host mentions disabling YouTube comments due to concerns about non-organic commenters, particularly those leaving anti-Semitic remarks. The host suggests that viewers watch the live stream on the Locals platform or Twitter instead. This decision comes on the heels of the podcast facing negativity and controversy on YouTube.
Elon Musk's perspective on his robot business and the potential of selling billions of robots
Elon Musk discusses his optimism and confidence in the success of his robot business during the podcast. Musk believes that selling robots will be his biggest business, with the potential to sell 10 billion robots in the future. This projection suggests that robots will play a significant role in various industries, such as manufacturing, security, and more.
The implications of universities publicly posting diversity criteria
It is noted in the podcast that universities, including Berkeley, are publicly posting their criteria for assessing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). Interestingly, it is mentioned that Berkeley gives a lower score to applicants who state that they prefer to treat everyone the same. The podcast host expresses dismay at this approach, stating their disavowal of Berkeley as an institution due to what they see as discriminatory practices in the name of DEI.
Mixed opinions and concerns surrounding the firing of Ukraine's prosecutor general
The podcast delves into the controversy surrounding the firing of Ukraine's prosecutor general, Viktor Shokin. On one hand, Joe Biden claimed responsibility for urging Shokin's ouster, while Miranda Devine's research reveals that the European Commission praised Shokin's anti-corruption efforts after Biden's demand. However, other sources, including an article from the Financial Times, mention unnamed diplomats who supported Shokin's removal. The podcast raises questions about conflicting narratives and the challenges of discerning the truth.
Politics, Berkley DEI, Vivek Ramaswamy, Heat Deaths, CNN Daniel Dale, The View, NYC Migrants, Joy Behar, NM Governor Grisham, Second Amendment, Gavin Newsom, VP Harris, Bidenomics, DNC Paid Influencers, Dash Dobrofsky, Rob Reiner Advisors, Mike Benz, Atlantic Council, Influence Choke Points, Stephen King, ADL Media Control, Elon Musk, Viktor Shokin, Andreas Backhaus, Scott Adams
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