Grok, xAI’s truth-seeking AI, is under fire—and Elon’s vision hangs in the balance. Early versions spilled bomb-making secrets, igniting an ethics war on X: lock it down or let truth breathe? xAI patched it, but is that a betrayal of free speech? Host Steve Hesselton digs in: freedom with guts, or safety with chains? From Twitter’s FBI cave-in to AI’s dark edge (40,000 weapons in hours!), this is bigger than headlines admit.

Where’s the line? You decide—join the brawl. Tweet @stevehesselton with #AIEthics—best takes get a shoutout. Subscribe for more raw AI truth.

• Hashtags: #AIEthics #GrokTruth #FreeSpeech #xAIRevolution #FreedomVsBlinders
• Mentions: @stevehesselton @elonmusk @xAI

CNN’s fact-check of Trump’s 2025 speech gets torched—red bias bars spike, 7/10 toxicity poisons it, and a trash timeline seals the deal. We slice media tone pies: Fox 96% positive, CNN 76% negative, Reuters 96% neutral—$1.34T in pledges spins wild! Read the full burn on Medium [Medium link]. Follow Grok Daily on Spotify [Spotify link] for more GDP with Steve. #CNNBias #TrumpSpeech #FactCheckFail #MediaMeltdown #GrokDaily

A 10-year-old U.S. citizen cancer survivor deported with her undocumented family—law clashing with compassion. I’m a right-leaner who’s all for borders, but this? It’s a gut check. Laws predate Trump, parents broke ‘em, yet a kid suffers. Is medical parole the fix? Want more? Follow Grok Daily Podcast on Spotify—next episode, I’m unpacking it deeper. Drop a comment: where’s the line? #GrokDaily #Immigration #Fairness #RightPerspective #CancerSurvivor

Dropped March 12, 2025 | Grok Daily Podcast Series
From the depths of Holocaust horrors to a life-defining philosophy, Viktor Frankl’s story is next on Chaos to Triumph. Host Steve Hesselton unpacks how Frankl turned unimaginable suffering into Man’s Search for Meaning—a book written in nine days that still inspires millions. Discover how purpose pulled him through Auschwitz and how his logotherapy can light your own path. Available now—listen on Spotify!

#ViktorFrankl #ChaosToTriumph #Logotherapy #Resilience #PodcastSeries #GrokDaily #MeaningMatters #HolocaustStories #PersonalGrowth #xAI
Mentions: @Spotify @SpotifyPodcasts @PsychologyToday @HistoryExtra

https://www.youtube.com/@GrokDailyClips

https://x.com/stevehesselton

Antwone Fisher—born in prison, battered in foster care. Navy forged him, Hollywood crowned him with Finding Fish. Steve Hesselton tells the gritty rise from chaos.

Drops March 10, 2025.

Listen—your fight’s in there too.

Hosted by Steve Hesselton, weekly stories of unbreakable humans—Antwone Fisher, J.D. Vance, and more—who turned chaos into triumph. Scars, guts, glory. Premieres March 10, 2025. Follow for proof you’re built for more.

Grok Daily Podcast: FIFA World Cup 2026 - Boom or Bust for the US and Canada?
Is the 2026 World Cup, hosted by the US, Canada, and Mexico, set to be an economic boom or a risky bust? Join Steve Hesselton as he unpacks FIFA’s ‘We Are 26’ vision—48 teams, 104 matches, and a projected $5 billion boost with 40,000 jobs. From MetLife Stadium’s final to upgraded roads and hotels, there’s plenty on the line. But with 6 million fans, $11 billion for FIFA, and $50-$300 million costs per city, are taxpayers the wildcard? Fresh off Trump’s White House task force meeting, we explore: Can smart planning make this a win, or will it falter? Boom or bust—tell us your take! Like, follow, share, and tweet @stevehesselton on X. Stay curious with Grok Daily!

@FIFA

#WEARE26

In this electrifying episode of the Grok Daily Podcast, we dive into the political firestorm sparked by President Trump's declaration of "America is Back" during his address to Congress—does it still hold true in 2025? We also unpack Senator Warren's reaction and Volodymyr Zelenskyy's chilling warning about the future of our children in the ongoing global conflict. Plus, Bobby Kennedy Jr. joins us for a gripping history lesson and we cover the voluntary "Sugarbush Battalion", shedding light on forgotten chapters of resilience.

Join us for a rollercoaster of insights, reactions, and revelations that will leave you questioning the state of the world today. We also hear from Marlene, Steve's sister and, she has a special message.

Shout out to @Keurig for bringing me back to LIFE. #BrewTheLove

Tune in to Season 1, Episode 15, on March 5th, 2025!

Grok Daily Podcast – Episode 14: February 21st, 2025

Welcome to the Grok Daily Podcast, your go-to source for insightful news and tech updates since 2024! In today’s episode, airing on February 21st, 2025, we dive into the latest breaking news and cutting-edge innovations shaping our world.

Top Stories:

- Breaking News: A federal judge in Baltimore has blocked President Trump’s executive order on DEI programs, sparking heated debates on free speech and government policy.

- New DOL Leadership: Meet Lori Chavez-DeRemer, Trump’s pro-union pick to lead the U.S. Department of Labor—explore what her nomination means for workers’ rights and business interests.

- DC Crash Investigation Update: The NTSB provides new insights into the recent DC crash—hear the latest findings.

- EU Trade Regulations: Discover how the European Union’s new trade rules are a win for planetary sustainability.

- Vetworks AI Job App: Veterans get a boost with a new AI-powered job application platform designed to connect them with opportunities.

- Tech Talk: We explore Japan’s tiny plumber robot revolutionizing maintenance, plus an in-depth look at Grok3 AI’s massive 200,000 CPU hours of processing power—truly a beast in AI innovation!

- Listener Spotlight: This week, we shine a light on Josh from Cleveland, Ohio—thank you for tuning in and engaging with our community!

Join host Steve for sharp analysis, expert interviews, and a fresh perspective on the news that matters. Whether you’re a policy wonk, tech enthusiast, or just curious about the world, Grok Daily delivers—straight from the newsroom to your ears. Subscribe now and stay informed!

Runtime: 45 minutes

Available on all major podcast platforms.

Join host Steve Hesselton on the Grok Daily Podcast’s Voices of Valor series, live from Veterans Inc. headquarters in Worcester, MA, with Ray Carville—Public Affairs Manager and Army vet of Iraq and Afghanistan. This nonprofit powerhouse saves over 6,000 vets with housing, jobs, and mental health support across New England and beyond.

As Trump’s second term rattles federal funding, Ray unpacks wins like the HERO Act, the fight against veteran homelessness, and a raw take on trauma and recovery via Independence Hall. He dives into community lifelines—think 6,000 jackets from Ocean State Job Lot and the Stand Down event—plus the migrant housing debate, recognizing their humanity amid a deeper structural crisis.

Ray breaks barriers, likening unclaimed vet benefits to findmassmoney.org’s billions, urging vets to claim what’s theirs. Passionate, urgent, and real—get involved at veteransinc.org.

Areas to Highlight:

• Housing Impact: Veterans Inc.’s work saving 6,000+ vets with transitional housing, women-and-kids facilities, and long-term recovery at Independence Hall.
• Policy Stakes: The HERO Act’s bipartisan win, 70-80% federal funding reliance, and Trump-era cut threats, balanced by local advocacy.
• Community Power: Ocean State Job Lot’s 6,000 jackets/toys, Stand Down’s 700+ vet reset, and ways to volunteer or donate.
• Mental Health Crisis: Ray’s personal recovery story, tackling trauma/addiction, and confidential support like the Staff Sergeant Fox program.
• Migrant Tension: Ray’s take on state migrant funding—humanity vs. sustainability, not a vet conflict, but a structural housing/wealth issue.
• Breaking Barriers: Unclaimed vet benefits akin to findmassmoney.org’s billions—earned, owed, and waiting to be claimed.

Special Thanks: @oceanstatejoblot, @MassTreasury

Steve interviews one of the sharpest minds in Employment Law: Craig Leen, former Director of the Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) for Dept. of Labor during President Trump's first term, and now a partner at K&L Gates (Washington D.C.), to discuss the critical intersection of labor law, employment policies, and the new political landscape as we kick off Trump's second term.

What We Discussed:

• ​How employers can navigate compliance amidst new appointees and executive orders.The impact of policy changes on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives and overtime rules.Insights on employee free speech and political activity in the workplace.
• ​Strategies for staying compliant in a shifting policy environment.Understanding the new administration's approach to labor and safety regulations.
• ​Craigs' spearheading a DC Advisory Committee on Advocating for obtaining Services for Special Education and IEP's (Individual Education Plans) that brought me to tears.
• ​Craig describes his daughter as "his best friend" which hits home for me. They run marine marathons (where he pushes his daughter in her wheelchair) just truly beautiful as I started to feel fortunate for my relationship with my kids.

Key Takeaways:

• ​Strategies for staying compliant in a shifting policy environment.
• ​Eliminating Algorithmic Bias, adverse impact and validating your selection procedures. Craig serves on an advisory board for an Ai company and an AI ethics council.
• Understanding the new administration's approach to labor and safety regulations.Join us for a deep dive into what these changes mean for businesses and how to prepare for what's ahead.

*February 19th, 2025*

Book a free consultation with Grok HR Solutions for Guidance how to keep your business in Compliance.

Connect with Craig Leens, K&L Gates Partner on LinkedIn