TRASHFUTURE The Day After The Day After Tomorrow ft. Séamus Malekafzali
Oct 21, 2025
Séamus Malekafzali, host of the Turbulence podcast and a keen commentator on Middle East politics, dives into the complexities of the Gaza ceasefire and its precarious dynamics. They discuss the political implications of hooliganism in UK politics and the troubling normalization of these groups. Séamus also examines how international actors like Trump influence ceasefire negotiations and outlines the daunting challenges of Gaza's reconstruction amidst the chaos. Plus, a quirky segment on the controversial use of CO2 inhalers highlights the bizarre intersections of wellness and risk.
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Starbucks' AI Hype Over Function
- Starbucks pivoted to AI and NFTs as a branding play rather than genuine operational necessity.
- Milo and hosts highlight this as emblematic of tech hype outpacing real value.
Frictionless Coffee Means More Surveillance
- Starbucks aims to remove friction with AI, predicting orders and pre-preparing drinks.
- Hosts argue this replaces human craft with surveillance-driven convenience and data collection.
New Podcast On Post-American Order
- Séamus launched Turbulence podcast about post-American imperial shifts after October 7.
- He frames it as examining liberal order breakdown and its geopolitical consequences.