Unicorn Roast

Hosts Emily Forlini and Mike Elgan tackle the ethics of recording conversations with AI devices without permission, the implications of DEI policies in tech companies, and the impact of political agendas on electric vehicle infrastructure. They also touch on Elon Musk's influence and actions, government overreach, and the importance of maintaining perspective in a stressful media landscape.

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Links

https://www.computerworld.com/article/3815564/why-i-want-glasses-that-are-always-listening.html

https://www.pcmag.com/news/google-ends-diversity-equity-inclusion-dei-hiring-goals

https://legiscan.com/CA/text/SB243/2025

https://www.pcmag.com/news/dot-orders-states-to-halt-work-on-5-billion-ev-charging-network

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

05:25 The Role of AI in Memory Enhancement

10:59 The Power Dynamics in Journalism and Recording

16:15 Amazon's Financial Success and AI Investments

21:41 The Cultural Shift in Tech Hiring Practices

27:02 The Role of Corporations in Solving Societal Issues

36:48 The Ethics of AI Interaction

42:50 Political Maneuvering and EV Infrastructure

47:16 The Role of Business Leaders in Governance

51:49 Reflections on Society and Personal Wellbeing

01:02:22 Exploring the Unusual: A Conversation on Unique Experiences

01:02:56 The Importance of Kindness and Community