Alejandro Reyes, an adjunct professor at the University of Hong Kong, dives into the controversial role of Christian nationalism, exploring its exclusionary nature and the geopolitical implications of choosing an American pope. He discusses the martyr narrative surrounding Charlie Kirk's assassination and its international resonance. Meanwhile, security expert Bruce Schneier reveals how AI could transform democracy, discussing the dangers of deepfakes, algorithm-driven polarization, and the potential for AI in legal proceedings, raising questions about justice and legitimacy.