Not Stupid AI slop and the push for gambling reform
Nov 26, 2025
Australians are losing billions to gambling, raising concerns about the societal impact and calls for reform. Despite a parliamentary inquiry's recommendations, political resistance continues to stall change. The discussion also highlights the rise of online gambling ads targeting youth. In a lighter turn, the hosts dive into the meaning of 'AI slop,' dubbed Word of the Year, reflecting on the anxieties surrounding misleading AI-generated content. Plus, hear about a woman’s near-cremation experience in Thailand that defied all odds.
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James Packer Interview Highlights Regret
- Julia and Jeremy discussed James Packer's interview where he blamed Daniel Andrews and expressed deep unhappiness.
- Packer acknowledged he profited massively from Crown despite claiming losses due to regulation.
Scale And Seriousness Of Gambling Harm
- Australia loses the most per capita to gambling, roughly $25–32 billion yearly.
- The Victorian Royal Commission found Crown engaged in money laundering, tax avoidance and harm to vulnerable people.
Who Bears The Brunt Of Gambling
- Gambling concentrates in younger men and lower‑income areas and fuels major social harms.
- A tiny share of online gamblers produce a disproportionate share of losses, driving addiction and inequality.
