The AI Revolution Has A Massive Cost

Talk Truth 05.20.26 - Steve Goreham | Steve Goreham discusses the explosive growth of AI data centers, the massive energy demands behind artificial intelligence, and the growing hypocrisy surrounding climate narratives. From artificial meat failures to billion-dollar AI infrastructure projects consuming enormous amounts of land, water, and electricity, this conversation breaks down what’s really happening behind the AI boom — and why communities across North America are starting to push back.00:00 – Opening monologue and foundational verse01:10 – Guest introduction: Steve Goreham02:12 – Climate narratives and government policy04:35 – Artificial meat companies collapsing06:58 – Why green policies are failing economically09:24 – The contradiction of climate activism12:15 – AI expansion and data center growth14:42 – The enormous power demands of AI17:01 – Why data centers are suddenly everywhere20:27 – €600 million artificial meat failure21:17 – “Save paper” vs massive AI infrastructure22:10 – Steve Goreham breaks down AI energy statistics22:37 – 4,000+ data centers now operating22:50 – Big Tech spending over $800 billion on AI23:21 – Building power plants just for AI24:05 – Communities starting to push back25:11 – Water usage and environmental strain26:30 – Final thoughts on AI and the future27:10 – Closing remarks