

Alien: Earth & Technocratic Takeovers: Boiler Room
Aug 16, 2025
Jay Dyer, a writer and TV personality known for his insights on film and philosophy, joins researcher Jamie Hanshaw and news host Sam Chaney. They dive into the alarming implications of technocracy and the use of drones for school safety, sparking a debate on ethics and effectiveness. The trio also sheds light on the darker side of reality television and tech's impact on social interactions. Lastly, they explore the troubling future of corporate dominance over society and the absurdities of modern governance, all wrapped in humor and critical reflection.
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Drones Aren't A Practical School Fix
- Remote attack drones for school shooters are sold as rapid-response but face major identification and logistics problems.
- The panel views them as a techno-grift that can't replace armed presence and real security culture.
School Security Layers And A Lobby Attack
- Jay describes extensive layered security at his Title I school including TSA-style scanners and armed patrols.
- He recounts a lobby handsaw attack that happened before the secure gate, showing limits of perimeter tech.
Handsaw Assault Occurred Before Security
- Jay described a blade attack in a school lobby that occurred before security checkpoints.
- The rapid, brutal nature of that assault shows how quickly opportunistic violence can bypass tech defenses.