Episode #11: Rogue AI, Real Genocide, & Reckless Legislation

Propaganda Loves You Podcast: Weekly Updates and Deep Dive into Ongoing DisinformationIn this episode of 'Propaganda Loves You,' host Kodie introduces a new release schedule, splitting the show into weekly updates on Tuesdays and deep dives on Thursdays. The episode features a detailed fact-checking segment, revealing inaccuracies and clarifying previous statements on topics such as juror compensation and carbon emissions by corporations. The hosts discuss recent issues involving AI disinformation, specifically the rogue responses from Grok, an AI chatbot that made unfounded claims about white genocide in South Africa. The conversation transitions into the contentious topic of the ongoing conflict in Gaza, referencing expert consensus that the situation constitutes genocide. Further discussion covers the implications of the newly passed U.S. budget bill, detailing its significant increases in defense spending, cuts to Medicare and Medicaid, and the deregulation of AI. The episode wraps up with calls for awareness and civic engagement in addressing these pressing issues.00:00 Introduction and New Release Schedule00:54 Welcome to Propaganda Loves You01:36 Fact-Checking Last Week's Episode02:13 Discussion on Fact-Checking Results06:55 AI and Environmental Impact11:54 Personal Updates and Community Engagement16:51 Sponsor Message17:47 Grok's Controversial Responses24:46 White Genocide Disinformation25:21 The G Word: Genocide in Gaza25:56 Experts Agree: Gaza is a Genocide27:19 Human Rights Groups and Legal Perspectives28:46 Media and Political Disinformation29:40 Personal Reflections on Gaza36:43 Current Events and Ceasefire Negotiations46:25 The Big Beautiful Bill: US Budget and Implications53:35 Closing Thoughts and Call to ActionSources and links discussed in this episode - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/did-republicans-just-lose-the-house/id1192761536?i=1000709527600https://ruralhospitals.chqpr.org/downloads/Rural_Hospitals_at_Risk_of_Closing.pdfhttps://ruralhospitals.chqpr.org/index.html