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Influencer on Demand | The Launch 🚀 48

Influencer on Demand | The Launch 🚀 48

31 December 2025

Powerful AI tools are setting the stage for brand-owned influencers. A perfect corporate mouthpiece, and a looming economic threat to human creators.
The Few Times We Sounded Smart | The Launch 🚀 47

The Few Times We Sounded Smart | The Launch 🚀 47

24 December 2025

For the holidays, we’re cracking open the vault with never-before-heard clips and a special twist, and even a few rare moments we actually sounded smart. Festive, surprising, and just self-aware enough.
Nature Chose Violence | The Launch 🚀 46

Nature Chose Violence | The Launch 🚀 46

17 December 2025

An atmospheric river hits the Pacific Northwest, stranding Chris on an island. As floodwaters rise fast, he shares what it’s like when your only road out disappears. Plus, a van update with Brent.
Apple is Cooked | The Launch 🚀 45

Apple is Cooked | The Launch 🚀 45

10 December 2025

A mass executive exit is tearing through Apple’s leadership ranks. The biggest shake-up since Steve Jobs is unfolding in real time, and we think we know why now.
Don't Ignore Nora | The Launch 🚀 44

Don't Ignore Nora | The Launch 🚀 44

3 December 2025

Chris is suiting up for the biggest fight of the winter, and what he’s up against might surprise you.
Birds of a Feather | The Launch 🚀 43

Birds of a Feather | The Launch 🚀 43

26 November 2025

Yet more Flock camera drama from one secret button trick. Meanwhile, Flock clones are spilling into bathrooms, RF trackers, and every “smart safety” gadget in sight. It’s getting bigger, not smarter.
The Scam Behind AI | The Launch 🚀 42

The Scam Behind AI | The Launch 🚀 42

19 November 2025

AI panic, hype, and confusion don’t just sprout out of the ground. We break down the four-part method behind the narrative keeping everyone spun up. After this, you’ll never hear an AI headline the same way again.
Turn the Flock Off | The Launch 🚀 41

Turn the Flock Off | The Launch 🚀 41

12 November 2025

Flock cameras are back in the headlines, and not in a good way. We called it, and now the stories are flying in.
Warm and Brown for the Holidays | The Launch 🚀 40

Warm and Brown for the Holidays | The Launch 🚀 40

5 November 2025

Traditions, a touch of chaos, and plenty of pie. We talk about our favorite holiday, what makes it special, and what you might want to steal for your own celebration.
Shirtless in Seattle | The Launch 🚀 39

Shirtless in Seattle | The Launch 🚀 39

29 October 2025

Chris puts his insomnia to the test. With data, tracking, and an AI-powered plan to finally sleep better.
The Day AWS Stood Still | The Launch 🚀 38

The Day AWS Stood Still | The Launch 🚀 38

22 October 2025

AWS went down, chaos followed. We’ve got the stories, the scars, and the takeaway.
Bubbles per Second | The Launch 🚀 37

Bubbles per Second | The Launch 🚀 37

15 October 2025

OpenAI just signed a deal so massive they measure it in power plants, not price tags. We break down the trillion-dollar logic powering the AI gold rush.