Ep 97 - Are Computers Taking Over The World?

In this latest episode of Tell Me Where I’m Going (Wrong), Josh and Sean discuss the marketing efforts of superstar singer Madonna ahead of the release of her new album, Confessions II. How has the star had to adapt with the rapid changes across the media? Is Madonna dancing on a livestream with Gymskin cringe?The pair discuss the rising number of young people classed as NEET in the UK. There are more 1 million young people who are not in education, employment, or training and that is a record breaking figure. Sean and Josh speak on the condescending tone of politicians and pundits who look at this situation through a narrow and unhelpful lens.This episode also touches on the rise of AI and automation across most industries and how these changes are impacting the prospects of young workers, the security of working class people, and the rapidly rising wealth of the elite class.Enjoy the ride!#podcast #popculture #LGBTQ #CurrentAffairs  #AI #automation #Madonna #Gymskin #UK #LondonAbout the HostsJosh Leuner is a London-based singer and plant-geek. Find out more about him here:https://linktr.ee/joshandthejumpstarts Sean O’Callaghan is an award-winning blogger and published author. Find out more about him here:https://linktr.ee/fatgayvegan Theme MusicOur theme music is the song Empty Seat by Josh and The Jumpstarts   -  Stream it here: https://open.spotify.com/artist/4KxOAKJFWCoSWBMA99QEax?si=3Q_SjkQKTVuXANcrxmh95gOther things mentionedDurham Miners funding Pride:https://www.theguardian.com/world/2026/may/30/durham-pride-trade-unions-beat-reform-funding-axeSignup for London Vegan Beer Fest updates:https://www.veganbeerfest.co.ukChapters:00:00 Summer Reflections and Personal Updates02:58 Honouring Walter and Community Support05:47 Concerts and Music Interests08:58 Madonna's New Album and Marketing Strategies12:07 Live Streaming and Modern Media Dynamics21:00 The Evolution of Music Promotion29:04 The NEET Crisis: Young People and Employment43:54 The Impact of Automation on Job Markets46:08 Outro