Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar 9/25/25: Iran Warns Of Israeli Attack, Data Centers Spike Electricity Cost, AI Takeover Dire Warning
Sep 25, 2025
In this discussion, journalist Ryan Grim shares insights from his recent meeting with Iran's president. He highlights Iran's fears of an imminent Israeli attack and the internal divisions threatening moderate leadership. Ryan also delves into the implications of rising electricity costs caused by data centers and the impact of S-266 law favoring them over consumers. Furthermore, AI expert Nate Soares warns about the existential risks posed by superhuman AI, explaining why its development could lead to catastrophic outcomes for humanity.
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Iranian President Felt Vulnerable
- Ryan attended a meeting with Iran's president and described him as a moderate reformer worried about assassination risk.
- The president said Iran now has a succession protocol with five to six people to replace him if killed.
Iran Expects Imminent Attack
- Iranian officials expect an Israeli attack soon and feel certain about its timing though not the motives.
- They believe prior strikes failed to topple the government and that Israel misjudged Iran's resilience.
Solar Company Shuttered In NC
- Blue Ridge Power, launched in 2021, is shutting down and laying off 517 workers amid the renewables downturn.
- The company had built 7 GW and planned ~30 GW before collapse, illustrating rapid industry shifts.
