Katie Porter’s viral moments are now a political liability. We dig into OpenAI’s Sora and the rise of deepfakes that put words in dead mouths — and why your favourite misattributed Einstein quote is fake. We also look at worker numbness, surging Black unemployment after DEI rollbacks, and how former pageant contestants have moved into MAGA power circles. Practical takeaways for communicators, voters, and leaders.

Chapters / Timestamps:

01:53 - Katie Porter’s viral meltdowns. 

19:50 - Deepfakes & the fake Einstein quote. 

31:15 - Workers checking out; David Hockney’s late vigor. 

47:46 - Black unemployment, DEI rollbacks, and turnout math. 

59:08 - MAGA & pageants: crowns to cabinet. 

1:02:10 - Wrap & call to action.