NOT THE SAME: Comparing Trump '16 to Trump '24 | Guests: Robert Salvador & Chip Roy | 1/9/24
Jan 9, 2024
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Poll expert, Robert Salvador, discusses AI-infused poll of GOP primary. Congressman Chip Roy joins to talk about Ron DeSantis and issues in D.C. Pop Culture Tuesday reveals Steve's top 10 movies of 2023.
Artificial intelligence can improve the accuracy and reliability of political polling by analyzing digital data.
Analyzing social media and online behavior can provide a more accurate representation of public sentiment.
Transparency, accuracy, and efficiency are needed in the polling industry, and technology can enable these improvements.
Conservatives can benefit from embracing technology and leveraging data to understand their constituents and engage with voters.
The podcast also covers movie reviews, including films such as 'Sound of Freedom' and 'Equalizer 3', which tackle relevant themes of justice and honor.
Other movie recommendations include 'The Hunger Games' prequel, 'Blackberry', 'Air', 'Boys in the Boat', 'Napoleon', 'Godzilla Minus One', and 'Oppenheimer', which demonstrate exceptional performances and thought-provoking narratives.
Deep dives
The need for innovation in political polling
Robert Salvador, CEO of an AI company, discusses the flaws in traditional polling methods and the need for innovation in political polling. He believes that using artificial intelligence can provide more accurate and trustworthy data by analyzing digital footprints and online sentiment. By combining traditional polling methods with AI technology, better insights can be gained and more reliable predictions can be made.
The power of digital data
Salvador explains how digital data, such as social media activity and online behavior, can provide valuable insights into people's beliefs and opinions. He suggests that analyzing this data can offer a more accurate representation of public sentiment than relying solely on traditional polling methods. Salvador believes that harnessing the power of digital data can help conservatives better understand voter preferences and make informed decisions.
Challenging the status quo
Salvador's side project aims to challenge the status quo in political polling. He highlights the need for transparency, accuracy, and efficiency in the polling industry, arguing that technology can enable these improvements. Salvador's mission is to provide conservatives with a reliable and innovative tool for understanding public opinion and making data-driven decisions.
The future of political polling
Salvador plans to refine his AI-based polling model and continues to release data and insights to improve accuracy. He believes that his project can benefit the conservative movement by providing more accurate and actionable data. Salvador hopes to inspire other conservatives to embrace technology and leverage data to better understand their constituents and engage with voters.
Sound of Freedom
Sound of Freedom tells the story of human trafficking and the importance of fighting against it. While there are some questions about the accuracy of the events depicted, the film delivers a powerful message and features a standout performance by Jim Caviezel.
Equalizer 3
Equalizer 3 continues the story of a vigilante seeking justice but emphasizes the importance of finding a morally equivalent response. Denzel Washington's performance is captivating, and the film tackles relevant themes of honor and family.
The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes
The Hunger Games prequel delves into the backstory of President Snow and the rise and fall of the volatile world depicted in the popular franchise. With strong performances and a thought-provoking narrative, it captures the essence of the original series.
Blackberry
Blackberry portrays the rise and fall of the dot-com boom in the 1990s, offering an engaging story with compelling performances. It sheds light on the consequences of unchecked ambition and the impact of greed on the tech industry.
Air
Air is an inspiring film based on the true story of a soldier who feels a moral obligation to help an Afghan family after being rescued by one of its members. It explores themes of honor and loyalty while delivering a gripping and emotional narrative.
Boys in the Boat
Boys in the Boat depicts the incredible journey of a rowing team from the University of Washington and their pursuit of a gold medal at the 1936 Berlin Olympics. With exceptional performances and a captivating story, it captures the spirit of determination and teamwork.
Napoleon
Napoleon showcases Joaquin Phoenix's exceptional performance as the iconic French emperor, providing a character study that delves into the complexity of Napoleon Bonaparte. The film combines stunning cinematography with a thought-provoking narrative.
Godzilla Minus One
Godzilla Minus One offers a mesmerizing and captivating portrayal of a cultural transformation in Japan, exploring its journey from a culture of death to one that embraces the meaning and value of life. It beautifully captures historical events and provides a unique perspective.
Oppenheimer
Oppenheimer, directed by Christopher Nolan, presents a masterpiece that combines various timelines and perspectives to tell the story. Despite some questionable elements, the film delivers a powerful narrative, bolstered by outstanding performances.
Steve and the crew react to a montage comparing Trump 2016 to Trump 2024. Robert Salvador joins the show to go in-depth on a new AI-infused poll of the GOP primary. In Hour Two, Rep. Chip Roy (R-Texas) joins Steve in-studio to discuss his campaign efforts for Ron DeSantis and what's truly wrong with D.C. Finally, Pop Culture Tuesday reviews Steve's top 10 movies of 2023.