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Tonight on the Average Intelligence Podcast, we’re talking about two very different stories that somehow ended up sharing the same episode.

First, we pay tribute to the passing of the American dub voice actor behind Master Roshi, one of the most recognizable characters in Dragon Ball. We look back at the character, the voice performance, and why that version of Roshi became so memorable to an entire generation of fans.

Then we shift gears into Flock Safety cameras — the automated license plate reader network showing up in communities across the country. What exactly do these cameras collect? How are they being used by law enforcement? And at what point does public safety start raising legitimate questions about privacy and surveillance?

Somehow, Master Roshi in bright red sunglasses became the perfect mascot for the conversation.

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Christopher Nolan’s *The Odyssey* is ambitious, visually stunning, and at times genuinely brilliant—but some of its creative choices are absolutely baffling.

In this episode of the Average Intelligence Podcast, we break down everything the film gets right, from its massive scale and powerful performances to the moments that capture the grandeur of Homer’s epic. Then we dive into the inexplicable changes, omissions, and departures from the original story that ultimately take away from an otherwise remarkable film.

Is this a great adaptation of *The Odyssey*, or simply a great movie wearing its armor? Join the discussion and let us know what you thought!

⚠️ Full spoilers ahead.

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Republicans were celebrating a lot of Donald Trump’s second-term moves as victories.

But what happens when the White House changes hands?

In this episode of The Average Intelligence Podcast, we break down several Trump 2.0 precedents, executive-power arguments, and political norms that could come back to bite Republicans in the ass when a future Democratic president decides to use the exact same playbook.

We get into:

* The Supreme Court’s limits on nationwide injunctions — and why Republicans may miss them the next time they’re trying to stop a Democratic executive order.

* Trump’s attempt to reinterpret birthright citizenship under the 14th Amendment — and what happens when somebody tries the same “issue the order and make them sue” strategy with the 2nd Amendment.

* Afghanistan’s TPS termination and how broad presidential discretion on immigration can cut both ways.

* The fight over presidential impoundment power and what happens if a future Democrat decides not to spend money Congress appropriated for Republican priorities.

* DOGE as a governing model that could easily be copied for climate, DEI, abortion access, gun control, labor policy, or any other progressive priority.

* Federal funding and grants as political leverage.

* The Qatar jet controversy and the danger of creating one set of ethical standards for your guy and expecting the other party to keep following the old rules.

The larger point is simple:

**Trump is not expanding Trump’s power. He is expanding the power of the presidency.**

And every power Republicans celebrate today eventually gets handed to someone they absolutely do not trust.

Before cheering a new presidential power, ask yourself one question:

**Would you still want the president to have it if the Democrat you dislike most were sitting behind the Resolute Desk?**

Because sooner or later, they will be.

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Spider-Man is BACK... but is Brand New Day exactly what Marvel needs? 🕷️

Tonight on the Average Intelligence Podcast, we're diving into everything we know (and think we know) about Spider-Man: Brand New Day. From casting rumors and story speculation to what this movie could mean for Peter Parker and the future of the MCU, we're breaking it all down.

Will Marvel return Spider-Man to his street-level roots? Which villains are most likely to appear? How much can we trust the leaks? And after No Way Home, where does Peter Parker go from here?

Whether you're hyped, skeptical, or somewhere in between, join us for a fun, spoiler-filled discussion.

🕸️ Topics include:

Everything officially announced about Spider-Man: Brand New Day

Rumors and leaks (and which ones seem believable)

Returning characters and possible villains

MCU future predictions

What WE want to see from the next Spider-Man film

🎙️ Join us LIVE and jump into the chat! We want to hear your theories and predictions.

👍 If you enjoy the discussion, be sure to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and leave a comment with your biggest prediction for Brand New Day. We read your comments and feature community takes on future episodes.

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What will America look like in 2026—and where are we headed by 2030?

In this episode of the Average Intelligence Podcast, Jake makes five predictions about the next several years.

We examine the growing fracture between Trump and parts of the America First movement, the Fourth Turning theory and our possible transition into a new High, Hollywood’s move back toward entertainment, and why AI could create both cheap abundance and a new “handmade” economy.

Could human-created music, art, writing and entertainment eventually command the same premium as Amish furniture? Will Republicans be able to hold Trump’s coalition together without Trump on the ballot? And are the chaotic 2020s actually the painful beginning of something better?

Let us know which predictions you agree with—and plant your own predictions in the comments so we can revisit them later.

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In this episode of Average Intelligence, we break down the Supreme Court’s decision surrounding birthright citizenship and the 14th Amendment — and why it feels like a major “we told you so” moment.

We dig into what the ruling means, how the 14th Amendment has been interpreted, why this issue keeps coming back into the political spotlight, and how Donald Trump and his side of the debate fit into the bigger picture. If you’ve been following the argument over whether birthright citizenship is actually protected by the Constitution, this episode is for you.

Expect legal discussion, political commentary, and the kind of blunt analysis you’ve come to expect from Average Intelligence.

Topics include:

The Supreme Court decision

Birthright citizenship explained

The 14th Amendment

Trump’s position on the issue

Why this episode is an “I told you so” moment

If you enjoy the episode, be sure to like, comment, and subscribe for more conversations on politics, culture, and current events.

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Tonight on the Average Intelligence Podcast, we’re diving into Princess Mononoke and making the case that it may actually be the most underrated film in the entire Studio Ghibli catalog. While movies like Spirited Away and My Neighbor Totoro tend to dominate the conversation, Princess Mononoke stands out as one of the studio’s darkest, most ambitious, and emotionally layered films.

We’ll be talking about the movie’s themes of humanity vs nature, moral ambiguity, war, industrialization, and why the film feels even more relevant today than it did in 1997. We’re also getting into the incredible animation, unforgettable characters like Ashitaka, San, and Lady Eboshi, and why this movie hits so differently as an adult.

Come hang out with us for a fun, free-flowing discussion about Studio Ghibli, anime, storytelling, nostalgia, and why Princess Mononoke might secretly be Miyazaki’s masterpiece.

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In this episode of the Average Intelligence Podcast, we dive into one of the most debated topics of all time: atheism vs belief. This isn’t a surface-level conversation—this is a real, unfiltered exchange where both sides challenge assumptions, question logic, and push each other to think deeper.

From arguments about the existence of God to the role of evidence, faith, and personal experience, this discussion explores where people truly stand—and why. You’ll hear moments of tension, clarity, and even unexpected agreement as the conversation unfolds.

Whether you’re a believer, an atheist, or somewhere in between, this episode isn’t about “winning”—it’s about understanding the strongest arguments on both sides and asking the questions most people avoid.

This is the kind of conversation that sticks with you long after it ends.

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God’s Not Dead had the ingredients for something powerful… so how did it end up feeling like a lecture?

In this episode of the Average Intelligence Podcast, we break down the good, the bad (and yeah… there’s a LOT of it), and why the film struggles to land emotionally despite its message.

More importantly, we go deeper than a typical review—we explore a full rewrite of the story that could have turned this from a heavy-handed sermon into a genuinely compelling, heartfelt film that resonates with both believers and skeptics.

If you’ve ever thought, “This could have been so much better…”—you’re not alone.

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In this episode of The Average Intelligence Podcast, we dive into one of the most visually stunning and philosophically divisive films ever made — What Dreams May Come.

Often remembered as a love story, the film may actually be something deeper: a meditation on grief, memory, identity, and whether heaven and hell are places… or states of mind. We explore how the movie turns psychology into geography, why audiences misunderstood it on release, and whether its controversial ending strengthens or undermines its message.

Is the afterlife discovered — or created?Does love survive without memory?And is this really Robin Williams’ most misunderstood performance?

All this and more as we unpack a film that many didn’t appreciate until years later.

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