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Harry Potter, J.K. Rowling, Viktor Orbán, Serbia protests, China in Eastern Europe and the politics of modern identity.In this episode we talk about the new Harry Potter TV series, the debate around J.K. Rowling and whether consuming art means supporting the creator’s politics.We also discuss:• Viktor Orbán and the future of Hungary• why some protest movements are impossible to politically label• upcoming elections in Serbia• frustration with political apathy🎧 Available on all podcast platforms and YouTube - https://li.sten.to/wast00:00 - Intro00:52 - "Lately I was in a conference in Oxford."06:37 - I've finally read Harry Potter in English13:29 - New HBO's Harry Potter Series23:59 - JK Rowling is a nazi43:45 - Bulgaria's new friend of Putin 48:29 - Hungary's old friend of Putin1:01:13 - Serbia's HOPEFULLY OLD friend of Putin1:20:46 - Most Russians try not to get involved1:26:42 - Unprepared recommendations

In this podcast we explore the intricate relationship between artificial intelligence and ethics in ai. The conversation navigates through ai ethical issues, touching upon the critical aspects of ai compliance and ai governance. Join us as we consider the broader implications from a digital philosophy perspective. From OpenAI losing users and the rise of Claude, to new Artificial Intelligence and the explosion of hundreds of new models.Is AI moving too fast?Who actually controls it now?And are we already giving up privacy without realizing it?🎧 Available on all podcast platforms and YouTube - https://li.sten.to/wastTimestamps:00:00 - Intro00:44 - Switching languages and learning Serbian08:39 - We are still talking about AI11:57 - Consumers don't need AI16:34 - You can't reach a certain level without being unethical17:53 - It's hard to boycott every unethical company22:34 - Why people don't care about the AI bubble28:47 - It's very draining to double-check everything32:19 - We don't have reliable verification tools39:05 - "Decentralization" of AI and new models45:13 - 267 new models just in the first quarter of 202651:39 - People are ok with trading privacy for comfort01:00:33 - The biggest data leaks of my life were made by the government01:07:43 - Recommendations

US, Iran, Israel, war, geopolitics and double standards.In this episode we talk about the growing global conflict between the United States, Iran and Israel, the narratives around war, and why people increasingly justify violence depending on which side they support.Why are people cheering for retaliation online?Why does every conflict suddenly have a “good war”?And is it still possible to talk about geopolitics while putting human life above ideology?🎧 Available on all podcast platforms and YouTube - https://li.sten.to/wastTimestamps:00:00 - Intro00:44 - How's life?04:28 - We are the US podcast now07:13 - Special Military Operation. Again.12:50 - Why do we have to pick sides about everything?19:06 - You leave people no choice22:01 - Ukrainians defending Israel blows my mind26:13 - "The only democracy in the Middle East"30:31 - Is there any difference between Russia and US?35:52 - Every world leader is a crazy old man no39:15 - "I feel very safe in Dubai"42:39 - Regime in Iran looks stable44:25 - Why am I watching US political commentators?52:04 - What's the solution to not lose yourself?59:20 - Recommendations01:06:40 - Trying to summarize the feeling

February 24 marks four years since the beginning of the full-scale war in Ukraine.In this episode, we reflect on how these four years changed us — personally, professionally, and internally. We talk about leaving Russia, rebuilding life in new countries, memory, guilt, identity, and what “moving on” really means.A conversation about war — but also about time, growth, and loss.Timestamps:00:00 - Intro00:47 - Anna has never used dating apps04:07 - Life Updates08:31 - It's February 24th, where were we 4 years ago?19:37 - Having friends and family in Ukraine24:38 - Going back to Russia is safe?30:07 - Sasha surely can't go back40:19 - Dark thoughts and some beautiful things47:02 - Those who stayed53:13 - Immigration is very difficult56:26 - Sasha feels like it's okay to feel like a victim if you are Russian1:00:50 - Our friends and relatives in Ukraine1:03:07 - Do we see any positive future?1:06:34 - Any peace is better than the war?1:16:16 - Sasha has a positive thought1:19:54 - Recommendations segment

In this episode, we unintentionally talk mostly about AI.Our podcast got temporarily banned because of music we had permission to use. That turns into a bigger conversation about broken copyright systems, AI-generated content, and why creators are always forced to prove they’re “allowed” to exist.We also talk about algorithms, target audiences, teaching in the age of AI, and why most people using AI are doing it badly.Just two people from very different professional worlds trying to understand what’s actually happening.

In the first episode, we explain why this podcast exists - and why starting it together, as exes, might be both a mistake and a form of therapy.We talk about our past relationship, unresolved tension, personal boundaries, and what happens when two people with shared history decide to be radically honest on record.This episode sets the tone for the podcast: open conversations, uncomfortable topics, and no clear answers.

The Story of Sasha and Doctor Anna has come a long way. And even if we've already ended some chapters, there are definitely more to come.