In this week's The Reason Roundtable, editors Matt Welch, Katherine Mangu-Ward, Nick Gillespie, and special guest Elizabeth Nolan Brown unpack the ubiquitous sense that politicians of every stripe have abandoned a commitment to free expression. They also examine the fast evolution of artificial intelligence chatbots like ChatGPT. 0:42: Politicians choose the culture war over the First Amendment 20:04: Artificial intelligence and large language model (LLM) chatbots like ChatGPT 36:13: Weekly Listener Question 44:27: This week's cultural recommendations Mentioned in this podcast: "Congress Asks Is TikTok Really 'An Extension of' the Chinese Communist Party?" by Elizabeth Nolan Brown "TikTok Is Too Popular To Ban," by Elizabeth Nolan Brown "Utah Law Gives Parents Full Access to Teens' Social Media," by Elizabeth Nolan Brown "Florida's War on Drag Targets Theater's Liquor License," by Scott Shackford "Welcoming Our New Chatbot Overlords," by Ronald Bailey "Maybe A.I. Will Be a Threat—To Governments," by Peter Suderman "The Luddites' Veto," by Ronald Bailey "Artificial Intelligence Will Change Jobs—For the Better," by Jordan McGillis "The Robot Revolution Is Here," by Katherine Mangu-Ward "The Earl Weaver Case for Rand Paul's Libertarianism," by Matt Welch "Rand Paul Tries (Again!) To Make It Harder for Police To Take Your Stuff," by Scott Shackford Send your questions to roundtable@reason.com. Be sure to include your social media handle and the correct pronunciation of your name. Today's sponsor: Getting to know yourself can be a lifelong process, especially because we're always growing and changing. Therapy is all about deepening your self-awareness and understanding. Because sometimes we don't know what we want or why we react the way we do until we talk through things. BetterHelp connects you with a licensed therapist who can take you on that journey of self-discovery from wherever you are. If you're thinking of starting therapy, give BetterHelp a try. It's entirely online. Designed to be convenient, flexible, and suited to your schedule. Just fill out a brief questionnaire to get matched with a licensed therapist, and switch therapists anytime for no additional charge. Discover your potential with BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/roundtable today to get 10 percent off your first month. Audio production by Ian Keyser Assistant production by Hunt Beaty Music: "Angeline," by The Brothers SteveThe post Now Is the Best Time To Embrace Artificial Intelligence appeared first on Reason.com.

Special guest Elizabeth Nolan Brown joins The Reason Roundtable to discuss media fallout after Biden's debate performance, the Supreme Court ruling on presidential immunity, social media moderation, and cultural recommendations. The podcast explores media bias, Biden's fitness, Supreme Court rulings, presidential accountability, social media laws, and TV shows/books like 'Hacks' and 'The Last Rancher'. The hosts also dive into themes and experimentation in The Bear Season 3, upcoming events, and the Backpage case documentary premiere in New York City.

In this week's The Reason Roundtable, editors Matt Welch, Nick Gillespie, and Peter Suderman welcome special guest Elizabeth Nolan Brown as they unpack the latest indictment against former President Donald Trump. They also check in on the ongoing legal saga of the classified advertising site Backpage in the wake of founder James Larkin's untimely death. 0:46: The latest Trump indictment 21:21: The legacy of free speech warrior James Larkin 46:25: Weekly Listener Question 53:27: This week's cultural recommendations Mentioned in this podcast: "Trump's Prosecution Could Be Stymied by the Blurry Line Between Deceit and Self-Delusion," by Jacob Sullum "Did Trump Really Believe the Election Was Stolen? Here Is Why It Matters." by Jacob Sullum "2 Reasons It's Not Clear That Trump 'Corruptly' Obstructed an Official Proceeding," by Jacob Sullum "Should Trump go to prison?" by Zach Weissmueller and Nick Gillespie "Don't Jail Trump for January 6," by Robby Soave "Why the Press Conflates Prostitution with Sex Trafficking—and Why That's a Threat To Free Speech," by Nick Gillespie and Elizabeth Nolan Brown "FCC Head Ajit Pai on Section 230 and Free Speech," by Nick Gillespie "Emails show CDC policed COVID speech on Facebook," by Zach Weissmueller, Nick Gillespie, and Robby Soave "The 26 Words That 'Created the Internet'—and Why They May Be on the Chopping Block," by Nick Gillespie "Why the Government's Legal Assault on Backpage.com Backfired," by Nick Gillespie "The War on Backpage.com Is a War on Sex Workers," by Paul Detrick "Politicians Want To Destroy Section 230, the Internet's First Amendment," by Paul Detrick and Elizabeth Nolan Brown "'Je suis Charlie'? No, You're Not, or Else You Might Be Dead," by Matt Welch Send your questions to roundtable@reason.com. Be sure to include your social media handle and the correct pronunciation of your name. Today's sponsor: Health insurance is broken. Premiums are increasing, deductibles are getting larger, and claims denials are becoming more common. The headache of health insurance is exactly why CrowdHealth was created. It's not health insurance—it's a better way to pay for health care through crowdfunding. CrowdHealth gives its members the freedom to efficiently and affordably break free from the antiquated insurance system and into a health care option that fits their needs. The insurance companies don't give you the peace of mind you need. CrowdHealth does. That's why your $50/month membership includes the tools and services you need to get the highest quality health care. You'll get access to telemedicine visits, discounted prescriptions, and so much more, without doctors' networks messing things up. Plus, you'll have access to your own personal care advocate, who will help you navigate the complexities of health events and even negotiate bills on your behalf. And of course, you'll join the Crowd—a group of members just like you who want to help pay for each other's unexpected medical events. It's time you opt out of restrictive health insurance plans and let CrowdHealth help fit your health care needs. Get started today for just $50 per month. Use code ROUNDTABLE to get the health care you deserve. CrowdHealth is not insurance. Learn more at joincrowdhealth.com, code ROUNDTABLE. Audio production by Ian Keyser; assistant production by Hunt Beaty. Music: "Angeline," by The Brothers SteveThe post Have We Lost Track of the Trump Indictments Yet? appeared first on Reason.com.

It’s been a while since the Remnant featured some pro-natal wonkery. To fill that void, Jonah’s joined today by Elizabeth Nolan Brown, a senior editor at Reason, to discuss her cover story for the latest issue of the magazine, “Storks Don't Take Orders From the State.” Together, they discuss the many burning questions surrounding baby-making in modern America: Why are fertility rates falling (spoiler: Elizabeth doesn’t think it’s because there’s a crippling sex recession)? Are pro-natalist policies working in other places? What are the main reasons to have children? And will Jonah ever explain his hatred of old people?Show Notes:-Subscribe to The Dispatch and watch an exclusive live Remnant with Jonah, Steve Hayes, and Chris Stirewalt- Elizabeth’s author page at Reason- Elizabeth’s cover story, “Storks Don't Take Orders From the State”- The vampire problem- Jonah: “The Worst Fang Club”- Yuval Levin: “The Changing Face of Social Breakdown”- Jonah: “I Think We’re Turning Japanese”- Brian Doherty: “Libertarian Party Faces State Rebellions” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Elizabeth Nolan Brown, a sex trafficking commentator, joins a lively discussion on the high-profile allegations against Sean 'Diddy' Combs, diving into the complexities of federal investigations. The group critiques the use of the Mann Act and the sensationalism surrounding adult cases, highlighting its societal implications. They also explore how modern technology shapes political scrutiny, emphasizing the shift in voter focus towards authenticity over personal scandals. Expect thought-provoking insights on libertarian principles and the realities of political engagement!