Episode 29: Predictive Programming, AI & Survival: Off-Grid Conversations

Jesica Smith joins me again to take a dive into predictive programming, subliminal messaging, and how media may prime public perception—from The Simpsons to conspiracy theories about elites. Their wide-ranging chat touches on AI companionship and manipulation, the effects of social media on mental health, the impact of COVID, and changing cultural norms. We also discuss prepping, survival skills, and community resilience in an increasingly technological world, closing with personal stories about aging, family, and self-improvement. Enjoy this fun conversation that went off the rails and never did quite cover everything we thought it would but that’s the fun of it. As always like, comment, share and subscribe.