TRASHFUTURE

The UK government's ambitious AI plan promises to predict potholes—before ignoring them, of course. Hilarious critiques emerge about new Australian laws aimed at reckless driving, juxtaposed with wild tales from the street racing scene. There's a satirical exploration of 'hoon' culture, examining what masculinity looks like in this context. Meanwhile, the discussion on cultural appropriation becomes a comedic lens through which identity and freedom of expression are reevaluated. A blend of humor and absurdity runs throughout.

In this lively discussion, Mike Isaac, a seasoned New York Times tech reporter, dissects the alarming trend of 'Greg Steube-fication' among tech CEOs. The conversation humorously critiques British politics and the absurdities of cringe culture, while exploring the chaotic intersection of oligarchs, tech, and government. Isaac sheds light on Mark Zuckerberg’s tangled political maneuvers and the challenges he faces amid antitrust scrutiny. The dialogue also dives deep into the superficiality of trust among elites, revealing the complexities of modern leadership and public perception.

In a wild ride through the realm of corporate absurdities, the hosts tackle Volocopter's comical downfall amid lofty ambitions. They hilariously visualize the departure of CEO Dirk Hoke, blending admiration with absurd fantasies. There’s a fun twist as they brainstorm a recruitment jingle aimed at hesitant candidates. Amidst a critique of modern governance, they take jabs at the extravagant NEOM project, highlighting the bizarre nature of UK leadership and its innovation failures. Laughter meets chaos in this entertaining exploration of the business world.

Jason Koebler, a sharp journalist from 404 Media, dives into the absurdity of AI and tech's intrusion into daily life. He quizzes the bizarre notion of AI-generated friends and the ridiculousness of anthropomorphic smart appliances crafting stories. The conversation takes a turn to dissect Elon Musk's unsettling grip on social media and the surreal tactics of the Labour Party on TikTok. Through humor and critique, they unpack the chaos of modern tech culture, leaving listeners questioning our digital future.

For our first TF episode of 2025 (recorded in 2025, that is), we're talking about recent events in the United States, plus Elon Musk's decision to weigh in on British politics and its downstream effects: ruining Keir Starmer's toboggan ride, among other things. We very much hope you enjoy. Get the full episode on Patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/posts/119250867 *POPES/LAGOON SHIRTS STILL AVAILABLE!* We've got some extras of our recent shirts that can be purchased online and will ship immediately! Get them here: https://trashfuture.co.uk/collections/all *MILO ALERT* Check out Milo’s UK Tour here: https://miloedwards.co.uk/live-shows Trashfuture are: Riley (@raaleh), Milo (@Milo_Edwards), Hussein (@HKesvani), Nate (@inthesedeserts), and November (@postoctobrist)

Dive into the outrageous portrayal of Prince Andrew in a recent British mini-series that leaves everyone baffled by its absurd voice representation. Expect hilarious critiques of the media's sensationalism and royal scandals, mixed with personal anecdotes and pop culture references. The hosts hilariously dissect performances, lighting choices, and the intricate dynamics of royal family relationships. Through dark humor and satire, they explore the surreal pressures of media scrutiny and the quirky absurdities of household chores related to these public figures.

Our last free episode of 2024 involves Riley, Milo, and November watching the Rock in a terrible Christmas film entitled RED ONE. It’s a film in which Christmas is saved by the surveillance state, jacked Santa trains in the gym to do room-clearing and be an operator, and so much more. This is our present to you: we have suffered. Get access to more Trashfuture episodes each week on our Patreon!   *POPES/LAGOON SHIRTS STILL AVAILABLE!* We've got some extras of our recent shirts that can be purchased online and will ship immediately! Get them here: https://trashfuture.co.uk/collections/all *MILO ALERT* Check out Milo’s UK Tour here: https://miloedwards.co.uk/live-shows Trashfuture are: Riley (@raaleh), Milo (@Milo_Edwards), Hussein (@HKesvani), Nate (@inthesedeserts), and November (@postoctobrist)

This week features a deep dive into how the left is getting outmaneuvered by radical reactionaries due to unwavering support for privatized water companies. The discussion also shines a light on a quirky septuagenarian pub magnate who closes down pubs as punishment for the smallest infractions. Additionally, there’s humorous commentary on the U.S. debt ceiling, complete with the wild notion of minting a giant coin as a solution. All this unfolds against a backdrop of the absurdity and manipulation prevalent in modern politics.

We’ve brought on friend of the show Josh Boerman from The Worst of All Possible Worlds to discuss recent drone/UFO “sightings” in the US, the AI filmmaking industry (which sucks), the AI games industry (even worse), and recent revelations that a certain Royal has been getting in trouble yet again—but not for the reasons you’d think! Check out the Worst of All Possible Worlds here!   Get access to more Trashfuture episodes each week on our Patreon!   *POPES/LAGOON SHIRTS STILL AVAILABLE!* We've got some extras of our recent shirts that can be purchased online and will ship immediately! Get them here: https://trashfuture.co.uk/collections/all *MILO ALERT* Check out Milo’s UK Tour here: https://miloedwards.co.uk/live-shows Trashfuture are: Riley (@raaleh), Milo (@Milo_Edwards), Hussein (@HKesvani), Nate (@inthesedeserts), and November (@postoctobrist)

Middle East correspondent Séamus Malekafzali tackles the complexities of Syria, reflecting on Ba’athism and the surprising resurgence of moderate jihadism. The conversation hilariously juxtaposes serious political issues with absurdities surrounding sandwich debates and a chaotic UK political landscape. They critique the detrimental effects of education budget cuts and the bizarre notion of treating education as a startup, all while maintaining a light-hearted, irreverent tone.