Filtered with TJ Walker

Today on Filtered with TJ Walker, we analyze five major stories that reveal how power operates when constraints disappear. From AI platforms charging for abuse… to billionaires leaving California… to chilling new footage in the Minneapolis ICE killing… to oil executives rejecting Trump’s Venezuela plan… this episode explores how language, incentives, and authority are reshaping America. You’ll hear: • Why Grok’s AI paywall didn’t solve abuse • Why Google’s founders are quietly leaving California • How political language reframes lethal force • Why “capturing Venezuela” is outdated thinking • What happens when loyalty replaces law This is analysis for people who want to understand how narra

In this episode of Filtered with TJ Walker, we examine five stories that reveal how media, power, fear, and attention are reshaping American life. We explore the shutdown of a historic local newspaper, growing concerns about self-censorship at national news organizations, a rare legal victory for free speech on campus, the deadly consequences of aggressive immigration enforcement, and a president’s assertion that his authority is limited only by personal morality. We close with research-backed insight into why constant phone use is eroding creativity—and how reclaiming your attention may be a form of resistance. This episode connects journalism, civil libe...

A sweeping look at five major stories shaping America today. TJ Walker examines a tragic AI chatbot lawsuit involving a teenager, new dietary guidelines from Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., the rise of extreme cosmetic surgery culture, President Trump’s housing proposal targeting Wall Street, and a deadly ICE shooting caught on camera. This episode focuses on facts, context, and consequences, not partisan spin.

Elon Musk raises $20 billion more for his AI startup — but does that signal innovation, speculation, or both? TJ Walker explains why every major technological revolution has come with massive bubbles, and why AI may be no different. We then unpack nuclear power’s quiet comeback. Despite decades of fear, the data shows nuclear energy is dramatically safer than fossil fuels and may be essential to powering the AI economy. Next, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz steps away from reelection amid one of the largest COVID-era fraud scandals in U.S. history. We examine oversight failures, political consequences, and why corruption narratives stic...

In this episode of Filtered with TJ Walker, TJ shares powerful, real-world lessons on leadership communication and personal development. You’ll discover why people judge leadership instantly through body language, how to tell stories that audiences actually remember, why breaking big goals into small steps works, and how a single clear call to action can make or break a presentation. This episode is designed for professionals, leaders, entrepreneurs, students, and anyone who wants to communicate with clarity, confidence, and impact.

TJ Walker recaps the most-discussed stories from the week and what they reveal about power, media incentives, and public trust: court pushback on federal city deployments, the Minnesota viral-video controversy and its real-world consequences, a Reuters update on the DOJ’s Epstein document review timeline, a January 6 pipe-bomb development that punctures conspiracy narratives, and new research on why talking while driving is more dangerous than listening. Timestamps 0:00 Intro 0:31 Troops-in-cities blocked by courts 10:21 Minnesota controversy and policy fallout 16:04 DOJ Epstein files delay, Reuters report 28:14 Jan. 6 pipe-bomb development 33:09 Podcasts vs hands-free calls while driving

TJ Walker analyzes today’s top stories: the White House claim of capturing Venezuela’s Nicolás Maduro, the rise of no-shoes office policies, Silicon Valley’s gray-market peptide injections, BYD overtaking Tesla in 2025 EV sales, and Saks Global’s debt-driven turmoil. Plus, a practical Q and A on clarity, projection, and why microphones are for the audience. Chapter Timestamps for Show Notes 00:00 Intro 00:35 Maduro captured claim and the precedent question 10:53 No-shoes office trend 17:20 Peptides and “do your own research” culture 25:29 BYD passes Tesla in 2025 EVs 31:55 Saks Global debt pressure and retail reality 39:39 Q of the Day: clarity and projection 44:11 Wrap

In this special Filtered with TJ Walker episode, TJ Walker analyzes Zohran Mamdani’s inaugural address as NYC mayor, how he uses pacing, eye-line, and unity language to sound steady and inclusive, while still signaling an ideological identity. TJ highlights key moments,s including “If you are a New Yorker, I am your mayor,” the promise to “govern expansively and audaciously,” the risky phrase “the warmth of collectivism,” and the late declaration that he will govern as a democratic socialist. Timestamps: 00:00 Intro 01:56 Opening tone 03:38 Delivery and teleprompter 07:58 “I am your mayor” unity pitch 13:56 AOC and democratic socialist context 19:39 “Expansively and audaciously” 25:48 D...

On the January 1, 2026 episode of Filtered with TJ Walker, TJ explains why New Year’s resolutions collapse, and why “discipline” is the wrong frame. TJ argues that bad habits come with billion-dollar marketing support, while your goals need systems: tiny daily actions, scheduling, and repeatable routines. TJ then lays out seven spheres of personal development: self-control, health, relationships, learning, creating, leisure, and wealth, followed by a research-based look at driving distraction that separates listening from talking. The episode closes with TJ’s warning about viral outrage shaping government action at high speed, plus a constitutional critique of threats to use federal...

TJ Walker’s end-of-year episode connects five big themes: weakening discretionary spending signals, a cultural shift away from nature, health-care politics that can explode at the kitchen-table level, the realities of document releases in high-profile cases, and a new wave of SNAP restrictions targeting soda and candy in multiple states. Practical, direct commentary designed to help you understand what’s changing, and what it could mean in 2026. #FilteredWithTJWalker #Economy #LasVegas #Bourbon #Healthcare #ACA #Epstein #SNAP #Nutrition #PublicHealth #MentalHealth

TJ Walker analyzes the day’s biggest themes in politics, media, and technology: the 2025 media job collapse, AI deepfakes targeting public figures, backlash against data centers, the early post-Trump Republican succession conversation, and an update tied to the January 6 Capitol bombs narrative. Practical takeaway: slow down, verify, and learn how power moves when information gets cheaper to fake. #Filtered #TJWalker #AI #Deepfakes #Disinformation #MediaLayoffs #TechPolicy #AIRegulation #Jan6 #Politics Chapter Timestamps 00:00 Intro and headlines 01:19 Media layoffs 14:19 Deepfakes and Starmer 26:56 Data centers and regulation 43:02 After Trump's GOP succession 58:00 January 6 bombs update 01:03:45 Question of the Day

TJ Walker pulls a “vault” lesson that proves a powerful point: you do not need perfect production to create lasting impact. TJ explains how to craft three short message points, deliver memorable sound bites, and handle questions without repeating negative framing. You’ll also get practical on-camera tips for posture, eye contact, facial expression, and natural hand movement, plus phone interview tactics like using a cheat sheet and bridging back to your key point. Chapters 00:00 Intro and why today’s episode is different 00:08 Vault lesson: imperfect video, real results 00:48 What media training is and why it matters 01:26 Case study: the “ugly” YouT...

Today on Filtered with TJ Walker: California’s proposed one-time 5% wealth tax on billionaires, why it may sound fair in theory but fail in practice, and how it can reshape political incentives. Then, Shaquille O’Neal’s 76,000-square-foot mansion sale at a major loss, and the wider lesson about real estate hype, unused space, and buying for life instead of “guaranteed” profits. We also examine the TikTok deal framework involving Oracle, Silver Lake, and MGX, and whether it reflects a healthy market process or political favoritism. Finally, TJ uses the Susie Wiles Vanity Fair reporting to lay out a simple truth test...

TJ Walker analyzes five headline stories: the U.S. strikes ISIS targets in Nigeria and the selective framing around victims; the Brown University shooting and the role powerful figures play in accelerating misinformation; a TikTok livestream driving incident that allegedly killed a pedestrian and the broader distracted-driving crisis; official government Christmas messaging and church–state lines; and the Kennedy Center’s canceled Christmas Eve jazz tradition after the “Trump-Kennedy” naming backlash.

On this Christmas Day episode, TJ Walker examines the incentives behind the stories, who benefits, who gets silenced, and why the framing matters. Topics include: the “real vs. artificial” Christmas tree fight and a major Home Depot ad campaign; the death of legendary park ranger Betty Reid Soskin at 104 and what purpose does for longevity; the CBS/60 Minutes controversy involving reporting on Venezuelan migrants and media pressure; and the Epstein files as a test of whether outrage is consistent or partisan. Plus: a practical speaking question on how to make stories stick.

Waymo robotaxis stall during a San Francisco power outage, sparking questions about disaster readiness and public policy. TJ then breaks down why James Cameron’s reaction to an old Amy Poehler joke is a classic celebrity PR mistake. Next: new Epstein file material, what appears credible, what appears forged, and how political actors weaponize selective transparency. Finally, TJ asks why self-described conservatives do not reject Donald Trump, given deficits, tariffs, government power, and personal conduct. Plus, the Question of the Day on leadership body language and executive presence. Video Chapters (timestamps) 0:00 Cold open: Waymo blackout, Cameron, Epstein files, and more 0:24 Wa...

On today’s Filtered with TJ Walker: Wegovy’s move toward a pill form and why that could reshape health behavior and consumer culture. Then, YouTube’s dominance on TV screens, especially daytime, signals a deeper collapse of legacy media gatekeeping. We also reflect on May Britt’s legacy through her marriage to Sammy Davis Jr. and what modern backlash politics reveals. Plus, the Charlie Javice case offers a persuasion lesson with a detail everyone can visualize: $529 gummy bears. Finally, the Trump administration pauses offshore wind leases under “national security,” raising major questions about investment, policy, and energy reliability.

In this episode of Filtered, TJ Walker examines the hidden incentives behind retirement rankings, why a surprising city shows up high, and what the metrics miss. Then: Jim Beam pauses distilling, and what that can reveal about demand cycles and consumer sentiment. We also break down the fight inside alcohol research over whether “moderation” messaging still makes sense as public-health institutions debate risk. Next: Turning Point and JD Vance in a right-wing identity clash over loyalty and movement branding. And we close with a look at a 60 Minutes controversy and what it means for newsroom credibility, plus a Question of the...

Tourism to the United States is slipping in 2025, and the show explains what that can mean economically and politically. Then, a breakdown of a pattern highlighted in The Atlantic: President Trump’s recurring use of “92%” as a persuasive statistic. The episode also covers Jake Paul’s loss to Anthony Joshua and the larger concept of “authority bias,” where audiences treat fame as expertise. Next, Senator Maria Cantwell’s effort to reexamine whether major college athletics, especially NCAA football, still fits the nonprofit model. Finally, the Epstein files return to the headlines amid confusion over document posting, removals, and public trust. The episode en...

TJ Walker analyzes Ben Shapiro’s Turning Point USA speech on “truth” and misinformation, then turns to Elise Stefanik’s decision to exit the New York governor race and the strategic context around Trump-world politics. TJ also reacts to Mitt Romney’s “Tax the Rich, Like Me” argument, including the Social Security taxable earnings cap and tax-policy history. The episode closes with TJ’s take on the “Trump Kennedy Center” renaming—and a student question on speaking clearly and cohesively.

TJ Walker breaks down five fast-moving stories: the Oscars moving to YouTube in 2029 and what it says about fading media gatekeepers, a Mamdani staff resignation over resurfaced posts, early 2028 speculation sparked by an AOC vs J.D. Vance poll, the Coldplay “kiss cam” controversy through a workplace and public-harassment lens, and Pete Hegseth’s push to elevate Christianity inside the military.

President Donald Trump delivered an “Address to the Nation,” and in this special episode of Filtered, TJ Walker breaks it down line-by-line, separating claims from verifiable reality and analyzing the communication strategy behind the speech. You’ll hear focused commentary on: inflation and prices, the border and crime claims, culture-war framing, tariffs and investment messaging, health care and prescription drug promises, the Federal Reserve and interest-rate pressure, and the broader credibility test of a presidential address. Chapters 00:00 Intro: Why this address matters 00:59 Speech begins: inflation & “inherited a mess” 01:07 Inflation numbers + Trump’s “some would say” tic 03:12 Prices, affordability & partisan wording 04:19 Border “25 milli...

TJ Walker breaks down five major segments: Trump’s announced “blockade” of Venezuelan oil tankers, Howard Stern’s new SiriusXM deal and leverage, Susie Wiles’ unusually candid interviews, backlash to Trump’s Rob Reiner comments plus Nick Fuentes clip reaction, and the Question of the Day on what hooks an audience instantly. #Filtered #TJWalker #NewsCommentary #Venezuela #HowardStern #SiriusXM #WhiteHouse #Media #PublicSpeaking Chapter Timestamps 00:00 Teaser 00:56 Venezuela tanker “blockade” 06:40 Howard Stern/SiriusXM 12:59 Susie Wiles/Trump world 20:30 Reiner post backlash/Fuentes clip 35:10 Question of the Day 37:26 Outro

In this episode of Filtered with TJ Walker: Chile elects José Antonio Kast, intensifying debates on immigration and authoritarian politics. LAPD arrests Nick Reiner in connection with the deaths of Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner, followed by sharp political reaction and public criticism. Kamala Harris signals she may keep a 2028 run viable; the episode reviews the rarity of “second-nomination” comebacks and current favorability/swing-state performance. Philip Rivers returns to the NFL at 44, launching a broader discussion on athletic longevity and health habits (sleep, recovery, diet, training). Q&A: How to improve communication skills and manage stage fright when speaking to gr...

CNN and CNBC are integrating prediction-market odds into news coverage through Kalshi — what does that do to journalism and audience behavior? Then: a DoorDash delivery alleged tampering case caught on a doorbell camera and a larger discussion of surveillance as deterrence. Next: the latest tanning bed research showing a much higher melanoma risk and why the DNA evidence matters. After that: a surge of threats against elected officials following presidential attacks, including swatting and bomb threats, and why intimidation has a long political history. Closing with Student Question of the Day: Marco asks how small daily challenges build long-term confidence.

Three Americans are killed in an ISIS-linked attack in Syria, prompting renewed scrutiny of U.S. presence and retaliation talk. A shooting at Brown University leaves two dead and eight critically injured, fueling a wider debate about guns in America. We also look at the NRA’s shrinking finances and insider culture, and Doug Jones’ bid for Alabama governor amid reminders of the Roy Moore scandal. Plus: a student Question of the Day on why milestones make big goals easier.

A fast-moving briefing on the global ripple effects of ship seizures, the latest federal-versus-state clash over artificial intelligence regulation, Vietnam’s record trade surplus with the United States despite tariffs, Elon Musk’s assessment of the “Department of Government Efficiency,” and the Senate’s deadlock on Affordable Care Act subsidies, putting premium increases on track. Chapters 00:00 Headlines / cold open 01:14 Welcome and setup 03:33 Ship seizure and the global trade precedent 18:12 Break 19:14 Executive order targeting state artificial intelligence laws 30:02 Sponsor message 30:20 Vietnam’s record surplus with the U.S. despite tariffs 39:48 Musk on “Doge” and the limits of job-cutting programs 49:09 Break 50:09 Senate health-care dead...

Disney is making a watershed A.I. move: a $1B investment in OpenAI and a deal to bring 200+ Disney/Pixar/Marvel/Star Wars characters into Sora-generated short videos, raising big questions about creator compensation, brand control, and whether legacy IP can crowd out new storytelling. Then: Canada launches a major talent push, fast-tracking pathways for U.S. H-1B holders, while the U.S. rolls out a $1M “gold card” residency option, fueling debate over whether America is pricing out the next generation of innovators. Also, A new U.S. proposal could require tourists from visa-waiver countries to submit 5 years of s...

On this episode of Filtered with TJ Walker, we start with Anderson Cooper’s quiet power play at CNN, a new deal that cements him as the network’s most versatile and durable storytelling force, spanning nightly news, New Year’s Eve, long-form reporting, podcasts, and books. What can the rest of us learn from a legacy anchor who didn’t get left behind in the streaming and AI era? We then unpack new research drawing a sharp line between ordinary screen time and social media, with platforms like TikTok and Snapchat strongly linked to rising inattention in children. TV and vide...

In this episode of Filtered with TJ Walker, we examine four big fault lines where media, technology, and power are colliding: The Battle for Warner Bros. Discovery Paramount Skydance launches a hostile, Saudi- and Kushner-backed bid for WBD while Netflix pursues its own acquisition of the studio and HBO streaming assets. We explore why both deals worry Hollywood, one for corruption risk, the other for dangerous concentration of power. Google’s New Gemini Smart Glasses Google returns to the smart-glasses arena after the failure of Google Glass, aiming to compete with Meta’s Ray-Ban devices. We revisit why Glass failed, how M...

The most-watched regular-season NFL game in history, a trillion-dollar tech giant quietly backing away from the metaverse, a job market that looks strong and shaky at the same time, college football coaches getting paid tens of millions to do nothing, and podcasts that may be crowding out your own thoughts. In this episode of Filtered with TJ Walker, we cover: Meta’s Metaverse Retreat – After burning more than $70 billion on virtual reality, Meta is slashing its metaverse ambitions and pivoting hard to AI, smart glasses, and extended reality. What went wrong, and what does that say about tech hype?Layoffs vs J...

In this episode of Filtered with TJ Walker, we look at how affordability, power, and presidential behavior collide, from Costco’s lawsuit over Trump tariffs to a late-night Truth Social meltdown and the surprising idea that progressives should learn from Trump’s brutal efficiency in using government power. What we cover: Costco vs. Trump’s Tariffs Why Costco is suing over reciprocal and fentanyl tariffs The December refund deadline could cost importers billions Why tariffs are basically sales taxes on American consumers Chanel’s Subway Runway in New York City Turning an abandoned subway platform into a global fashion moment Everyday...

Self-driving cars are now logging millions of fully driverless miles, and the data say they are dramatically safer than human drivers. So why are we still accepting more than 1.3 million road deaths a year worldwide? In this episode of Filtered with TJ Walker, we unpack the numbers, the psychology, and the politics behind autonomous vehicles. Then we turn to the new map of American life online: Pew Research’s latest survey on where different ages, races, classes, and political groups actually spend their time on social media, YouTube, Facebook, TikTok, Instagram, Reddit, X, Threads, Truth Social, and more. Next, we ex...

LeBron James finally scored fewer than 10 points in an NBA game for the first time since 2007, and still proves why his habits, sleep, and discipline may be even more impressive than his 1,297-game streak. We unpack what that kind of consistency really looks like, and contrast it with the short, volatile peak of former NBA star David Thompson. We then turn to the late Frank Gehry, who died at 96. Many of his most iconic, once-mocked designs, like world-class concert halls, arrived after the age when most people retire. What does his career tell us about creativity, risk-taking, and staying productive...

Netflix wants to swallow Hollywood’s crown jewels. In this episode of Filtered with TJ Walker: We break down Netflix’s $72 billion plan to acquire Warner Bros and HBO and what it means for competition, movie theaters, and the future of streaming.We examine how a frustrated homeowner and his RATGDO device became the symbol of a larger fight over who really owns your “smart” devices, you or the companies that can brick them and charge endless subscriptions.We dive into Bitcoin’s latest price volatility and lay out the full case against crypto: speculation, scams, money laundering, password risk, and why th...

Botox and Ozempic on Zoom calls. Pentagon gag orders on the press. Kim Kardashian versus the California bar exam. Trump’s Ukraine “deal” with Putin. And a Supreme Court case that could give billionaires even more leverage over U.S. elections. In this episode of Filtered with TJ Walker, TJ walks through five major stories and filters them through communication, media, and personal development: How “being hot” has become a quiet job requirement in many industries, driven by Botox, fillers, GLP-1 drugs and AI-polished headshots – and what you can do with simple, low-risk tweaks instead of extreme procedures.Why the New York Tim...

A deep-red House district in Tennessee that Donald Trump won by more than twenty points just fell to a single-digit margin in a special election. Is this a red-alert for Republicans, a blue wave for Democrats—or just normal midterm gravity doing its work? Next, we go to America’s campuses, where artificial intelligence has become the hot new major. From MIT’s “AI and Decision-Making” to UC San Diego’s AI program, universities are racing to rebrand and specialize. We look at what this means for students, traditional computer science and the job market. In San Francisco, the city files a land...

Starbucks is forced to pay nearly $39 million in New York City’s largest-ever worker protection settlement after officials say the company shredded baristas’ rights to stable schedules. In Switzerland, voters crush a proposed 50% inheritance tax on fortunes above 50 million francs, sending a loud message about how tightly democracy still hugs billionaires. In New Jersey, former Governor Jim McGreevey, once driven from office in scandal, asks voters for a second chance as he runs for mayor of Jersey City. On the racetrack, Michael Jordan’s NASCAR team is taking the France family’s empire to federal court in an antitrust showdown that cou...

A deep dive into five major stories shaping politics, technology, and society: Why “rage bait” is the Word of the Year, and what it says about online manipulationThe science behind why early smartphones harm kidsWhy young workers are heading back to the officeBipartisan warnings that Pete Hegseth’s Caribbean strikes may be war crimesOregon’s governor threatens to prosecute federal agents enforcing immigration laws Plus grab bag stories including Steve Bannon’s Epstein ties, Netanyahu’s unprecedented pardon request, and the “gray rock” method for defusing holiday conflict.

In this episode of Filtered with TJ Walker, we connect five big stories under one theme: how powerful people and institutions dodge blame while everyone else absorbs the cost. NYC’s progressive surveillance state – Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani inherits and embraces one of the most expansive camera networks on earth, built in partnership with tech billionaires and defense contractors. Crime is down; civil-liberties questions remain.Brexit’s economic faceplant – Seven years on, the numbers are in: weaker growth, stagnant trade and lost investment. Yet almost nobody in the political class says, “We were wrong.”E-bikes and the quiet crash epidemic – Trauma doctors are se...

In this episode of Filtered with TJ Walker, we analyze a week of extraordinary political turbulence and public money waste. From LSU paying Brian Kelly $54 million not to coach, to Speaker Mike Johnson admitting he’s overwhelmed and not really in control, to Scott Bessent’s inflation denial, JD Vance’s fading 2028 prospects, Trump’s Russia-friendly Ukraine proposal, and a presidential Thanksgiving meltdown filled with slurs and misinformation. A full breakdown of accountability, leadership, and the direction of American democracy.

This Thanksgiving, Filtered with TJ Walker steps back from the daily news cycle for a data-driven reality check on the state of the world. TJ tackles the negativity bias, our tendency to focus on dramatic, recent bad news, and contrasts it with long-term global trends that rarely make headlines. Using data from major international sources, he walks through four massive improvements since 1962: The collapse of extreme poverty worldwideA huge jump in life expectancy and a plunge in child mortalityA global surge in literacy and education, especially for girlsA long-term decline in violent deaths from war and homicide In the final...

This special Thanksgiving-week episode of Filtered with TJ Walker covers five big stories through the lens of data, incentives, and communication, rather than partisan spin. Topics covered: Thanksgiving Sticker Shock & Inflation Reality Check Why this year’s Thanksgiving grocery bill is the most expensive ever, what’s really driving the spike in turkey and food prices, and how the Trump administration’s “prices are coming down” narrative stacks up against the actual inflation numbers in the U.S. and other advanced economies.AI “Singers” Quietly Taking Over the Charts AI-created “artists” like Solomon Ray, Xania/Xenia Monet, Breaking Rust, and Kane Walker are no...

This episode of Filtered with TJ Walker takes you through four sharp stories about law, branding, and political theater. A federal judge tosses the Trump administration’s case against James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James after ruling the supposed prosecutor was never properly appointed. TJ explains how this became a “comedy of errors” and a serious abuse of power.Campbell’s Soup faces a reputational mess after an IT vice president is recorded calling its products “s, for poor people, and insulting coworkers. What does effective crisis communication look like here?Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth threatens Senator Mark Kelly...

Americans say they need more money to feel secure, but fresh polling shows the real frustration is about how we save and spend, not just how much we make. In this episode of Filtered with TJ Walker, we unpack the gap between income and happiness, from everyday coffee victories to long-term financial freedom. Then we widen the lens: Kids & social media bans, Malaysia, Australia, Denmark, and Norway move toward under-16 bans as research mounts on smartphone-driven anxiety and depression.Trump’s “DOGE” department – The Department of Government Efficiency quietly disappears while the deficit soars and drug prices remain protected.Rand Paul vs...

New York’s elites were supposed to be running for the exits under democratic socialist mayor Zohran Mamdani. Instead, luxury rents are soaring, and the billionaires are staying put. At the same time, Mexico has quietly become the top buyer of U.S. goods, reshaping “America First” economics while China slips back. In this episode of Filtered with TJ Walker, we look at the day’s top business, tech, and culture stories through the lens of communication and power: New York City & Mamdani: Why the “rich exodus” was mostly right-wing fairy tale plus realtor gossip, and what the numbers actually show. Mexico...

Today on Filtered with TJ Walker, we follow the money and the power: Warner Bros Discovery in play – Paramount, Comcast and Netflix line up with bids that could reshape Hollywood, streaming, and cable all at once.The right-wing YouTube economy – Conservative podcasters and influencers turn “vote with your wallet” into a powerful ad machine, building a parallel media-commerce ecosystem.AI in the recording studio – AI-generated tracks are now charting and signing major deals. What does that mean for working musicians and the future of creativity?The A.I. boom vs. everyone else – Data centers, chips and utilities boom while much of the broad...

Americans keep being told we’re hopelessly divided. The data says otherwise. In this episode of Filtered with TJ Walker, we begin with a massive Gallup democracy survey, which shows that Americans are surprisingly united on several key issues: rejecting political violence, supporting leaders' willingness to compromise, embracing free speech, and even embracing multiculturalism. The “civil war” may be more of a media storyline than a public reality. Then we turn to Fox News’ own polling, which delivers brutal news for Donald Trump: voters overwhelmingly say the economy is bad and they blame Trump more than Biden, even on grocery prices...

Nvidia just posted a $31.9 billion profit and a colossal revenue surge on the back of the A.I. boom. Is this sustainable transformation, or the center of an A.I. bubble ready to pop? TJ Walker unpacks Nvidia’s dominance, “circular” AI investment deals, and why some economists think we’re in a “rational bubble” that could still move the economy to a higher long-term growth path. In this episode, we also cover: Lawrence Summers and Epstein: Summers steps back from teaching at Harvard and exits major boards after new Epstein emails reveal years of friendly contact, even after Epstein’s conviction...

Big Tech just beat the government in court. Self-driving taxis are rolling out fastest in red states. Congress suddenly finds the courage to demand Epstein files be released. And Donald Trump is throwing a lavish White House welcome for Saudi Arabia’s crown prince despite the CIA’s conclusion that he ordered Jamal Khashoggi’s murder. In this episode of Filtered with TJ Walker, we break down: Meta vs. the FTC – why the latest antitrust defeat matters for competition, start-ups and investors Robotaxis & regulation – Waymo, Zoox and why Texas and Florida are outpacing blue-state holdouts “Refuse illegal orders” – Democratic veterans telling the mili...

This episode examines six powerful stories shaping the national conversation. Larry Summers retreats from public life after Epstein-related emails surface. Most U.S. homes have lost value over the past year. Donald Trump faces open defiance within MAGA over the Epstein files. Shark Tank delivers its weakest season ever. Billionaire Bill Ackman’s dating advice becomes a viral punchline. And Ted Danson offers a blueprint for staying purposeful at 77. ⏱️ Timestamps: 00:00 - Teaser: Six Stories That Define the Moment 00:12 - Larry Summers Steps Back After Epstein Email Fallout 02:30 - The Deeper Context: Summers’ History With Gender and Science 06:00 - U.S. Housing...

Today’s episode connects five major stories shaping global politics and technology. • Why the sharp decline in international students threatens America’s future workforce • Mexico City’s mass Gen Z protests and the global youth rebellion • Jeff Bezos’ $6.2B A.I. project pushing intelligence into the physical world • The president’s sudden push to release Epstein files, and why it may be a political maneuver • Carlson, Fuentes, and the dangerous false equivalence on antisemitism Plus insights on communication, media literacy, and political narratives. Timestamps: 00:00 - Show Open & Headlines 00:47 - Epstein Files & White House Position 01:29 - International Students Segment Begins 14:00 - Gen Z Protests in Me...

In today’s episode of Filtered with TJ Walker, we examine a nation stretched to its limits. We explore the explosive new data on Paycheck America, the strange in-flight scandal involving Rep. Brad Sherman, alarming federal ICE operations in Charlotte, Tim Dillon’s viral critique tying Trump to the Epstein file battle, and the rise of people forming families, and even “children”, with AI partners. A sweeping, unfiltered look at politics, tech, culture, and the future. 📌 Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro: America at the Breaking Point 00:48 - STORY 1: Paycheck America and the $1T Market 09:42 - STORY 2: Rep. Brad Sherman’s In-Flight TikTok Scandal 18:33...

Today’s episode of Filtered with TJ Walker breaks down five major stories shaping business, media, and politics. Story 1 - A.I.G. Turmoil A.I.G. loses its incoming president over undisclosed misconduct while a former top executive heads toward trial for alleged assault. What this reveals about corporate culture, oversight, and accountability at one of the world’s largest insurers. Story 2 - Charlie Javice & JPMorgan The founder who sold JPMorgan a fake student-aid empire now has the bank paying tens of millions in legal bills. How she engineered the fraud, and why JPMorgan is still footing the tab. Stor...

This episode of Filtered with TJ Walker dives into five major stories reshaping global education, media, politics, and business. From A.I. cheating scandals at South Korea’s top universities to Hollywood’s continued box-office collapse, we explore the forces driving the week’s biggest headlines. Plus: a rise in right-wing speech restrictions on U.S. campuses, Verizon’s largest layoff in history, and the newest revelations from Epstein’s email archives involving Donald Trump. Stories TimeStamp: 00:00 - Intro    00:38 - AI Cheating Scandals Rock South Korea    04:55 - Hollywood’s Star Problem: Why Nobody Opens Movies Anymore    09:42 - Right-Wing “Wokeness” Takes Over Campuses    15:10...

In this episode of Filtered with TJ Walker, everything connects, from Jeffrey Epstein’s emails about Donald Trump to Japan’s overworked leadership, from the DNC’s staff revolt to the death of the American penny. TJ explores how technology, politics, and exhaustion collide in a world obsessed with dominance and “winning.” You’ll hear how Russia’s robot face-plant says more about our tech ambitions than we’d like to admit, and why job loss in 2025 is as much a mental health story as it is an economic one. Smart commentary, human stories, and no spin, that’s Filtered.

From Nashville to New York to Silicon Valley, this episode of Filtered with TJ Walker covers: The AI-generated country song that just hit #1.Jack Schlossberg’s bid for Congress and the future of the Kennedy name.A UK report exposing how children stumble onto violent pornography through mainstream social platforms.Uare.ai’s $10.3 million raise to build “digital twins.”USC’s new study on gender and race gaps in top podcasts. Smart analysis, no hype, no timestamps, just the news behind the headlines.

A deep look at the week’s biggest stories: The Senate ends the shutdown, but at what political cost?Schumer faces rebellion from younger Democrats.The Supreme Court preserves marriage equality but reignites questions of partisanship.Albania’s bold AI experiment in governance.Hollywood’s commercial lifeline disappears overseas. Plus: Gavin Newsom’s surprising lead among young men and Zohran Mamdani’s new blueprint for reaching Gen Z.

TJ Walker unpacks the week’s biggest stories: the Senate’s uneasy compromise to end the shutdown, housing truths reshaping the American dream, and the Supreme Court’s latest test on faith and fairness. Then, a deep dive into baseball’s growing betting problem and two small habits that quietly built one man’s fortune. Video Chapters: 00:00 - Intro: What’s really behind this week’s power shifts 01:45 - STORY 1: Senate edges toward reopening, drops health-care demand 08:30 - STORY 2: Condo reality check, why renting plus investing beats buying 15:40 - STORY 3: Can you sue for shorn dreadlocks? The Supreme Court tests religious righ...

TJ Walker unpacks this week’s most revealing stories in technology and finance: From Elon Musk’s promises of robot-driven utopia to Mark Mobius’s A.I. bubble prediction, and Meta’s billions made from scam ads-this episode connects the dots between innovation, risk, and responsibility. Plus, how long-term debt is shaping both households and tech giants. Tune in for expert analysis and lessons in critical thinking that go beyond the headlines. Video Chapters / Timestamps: 00:00 - Introduction: Sunday Insights with TJ Walker 01:25 - STORY 1: Tesla’s Robot Dream - Optimus or Overreach? 14:00 - STORY 2: Mark Mobius Calls an A.I. Bubble 32...

TJ Walker explores the week’s most revealing headlines, from Carl’s Jr.’s $1 meals for SNAP families during the shutdown to Denmark’s youth social media ban, a Californian town’s war on tobacco, the science behind your can of Coke, and China’s anti-aging obsession. Smart talk for curious minds.

TJ Walker explores the latest economic data, Pelosi’s unmatched career, and Musk’s trillion-dollar gamble. What do Burry’s bearish bets and Ted Cruz’s election fears reveal about America’s political and financial volatility? Plus, the new psychological toll of “brain rot” and AI anxiety. Chapters Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro: America on Edge 01:12 - STORY 1: The Job Market Is Cooling but Not Collapsing 05:08 - STORY 2: Pelosi’s Retirement and Record 10:24 - STORY 3: Musk’s $1 Trillion Pay Package 15:31 - STORY 4: Michael Burry vs. the AI High-Flyers 20:22 - STORY 5: The Elections – Why Both Parties Should Worry 25:47 - Grab Bag: Young Americans Want Out 28:09 - Gra...

From China’s A.I. dominance to U.S. flight cuts and politicized media outrage, TJ Walker breaks down the stories behind the headlines. Listen for analysis that connects the dots between technology, power, and perception. Video Chapters: 00:00 - Intro 01:05 - China’s AI Advantage: Why Huang Says “China Will Win” 06:15 - Air-Traffic Cuts & Shutdown Pressure Tactics 11:40 - Mexico’s Sheinbaum Fights Back After Street Assault 16:30 - Supreme Court vs. Presidential Tariff Power 22:25 - Murdoch Media’s “Red Apple” Panic & NYC Reality Check 29:40 - Exxon’s Latin America Climate Denial Network 33:55 - Local News Collapse vs. NYT’s Subscriber Boom 37:45 - Judge Rebukes DOJ...

The Democrats’ 2025 sweep makes headlines, but TJ Walker explains why history says “don’t get cocky.” From Mandani’s historic New York win to MSNBC’s expensive identity crisis, this episode unpacks what the victories (and rebrands) really mean for 2026 and beyond. Subscribe for fact-checked, straight-talk analysis on politics, media, and power. 00:00 - Teaser & Market Vitals 00:50 - Story 1: Democrats Sweep 2025, Big Wins, Bigger Warnings 08:00 - Story 2: Mandani’s Map, Big Win, Tight Leash 20:30 - Story 3: Newsom & Prop 50, California’s Power Play 28:00 - Story 4: Nigeria Rebuts Trump’s “Christian Genocide” Claim 34:00 - Story 5: MSNBC → MS NOW, Branding or Identity Crisis? 40:30 - Wrap-Up & Viewer Comment

TJ Walker unpacks five stories shaping politics, business, culture, and health. • Dick Cheney’s enduring influence, and controversy. • Jamie Dimon’s calm amid political storms. • Elon Musk’s Tesla threat, real or bluff? • Martha Stewart’s media empire and perfectionism. • The hidden dangers of “natural” sleep aids. Clear insights, no noise.

In this episode of Filtered with TJ Walker, France’s consumer watchdog accuses Shein of selling sex dolls resembling children, a move that could trigger a market ban. TJ breaks down the investigation, the law behind France’s crackdown on illegal content, and the public uproar ahead of Shein’s Paris flagship store launch. Video Chapters (Timestamps): 00:00 - Intro: Shein faces backlash in France 01:12 - What triggered the French investigation 02:40 - Why “childlike” dolls violate French law 04:05 - Minister Lescure’s warning and legal powers 05:25 - Shein’s rise from China to global retail 07:00 - Paris store opening sparks public outrage 08:45...

Five fast, factual stories, built for listening, not shouting. Why Americans now average fewer than four close friends, and how to rebuild real-world connections. Government shutdown fallout: why controller shortages could snarl Thanksgiving travel even if the weather cooperates. The S.E.C.’s Paul Atkins vows to “make IPOs great again.” We pressure-test that against 15 years of Big Tech buyouts that swallowed would-be IPOs. NYC mayoral poll: Zohran Mamdani’s lead narrows as Andrew Cuomo gains, plus a reminder that city power is diffuse, no matter who wins. “Deciding to Win”: data-driven guidance on how Democrats regain working-class trust, focus on cos...

Today on Filtered with TJ Walker: • Nancy Mace’s airport meltdown and the celebrity meltdown pattern that wrecks reputations. • The AI boom’s risky future, why an Nvidia-powered economy could crash, and whether AI flops or succeeds too well. • Scott Galloway’s case for Amazon as the most undervalued tech giant. • The Heritage Foundation stands by Tucker Carlson after his interview with Holocaust denier Nick Fuentes. • Federal workers line up at food banks while the White House unveils a marble-and-gold bathroom makeover.

TJ Walker breaks down Big Tech’s escalating A.I. spend, smart infrastructure or dangerous bubble? Plus: Trump urges Republicans to end the filibuster; Prince Andrew’s titles stripped amid ongoing scandal; a Maryland state senator indicted in an alleged bedroom blackmail plot; and the box office’s weakest October in 27 years. Listen for context, history, and the takeaways that matter.

Nvidia just crossed $5T, on par with Germany’s annual output, and now represents a little over 8% of the S&P 500. With AI data-center spending powering roughly 92% of U.S. GDP growth in the first half of 2025, we unpack how one company became central to markets and the economy, why its products (GPUs, networking, CUDA) lock in demand, why humans can’t intuit trillion-scale numbers, and how a sudden drop could reverberate from index funds to the AI build-out itself. Chapters/Segments: 00:00 Intro & market setup 00:09 Nvidia hits $5T; as big as Germany 01:44 Nvidia = 8% of the S&P 500 02:27 AI build-out and U.S...

Today on Filtered with TJ Walker: • The Senate moves to end Trump’s Brazil tariffs with a rare GOP crossover, raising big separation-of-powers questions. • Broadcast networks and retailers race back to live as the moat — sports, specials, and real-time shopping. • UPS confirms 48,000 job cuts as it reshapes its network and trims low-margin volume. • SCOTUS considers the Kim Davis challenge while the modern GOP openly elevates gay conservatives. • Health: severe colon disorders are rising among younger adults — what the data shows and concrete ways to lower risk.

In today’s episode of Filtered with TJ Walker, we explore the week’s biggest stories: Amazon’s mass layoffs, robot caregivers that may not actually help, Samsung’s ad-filled smart fridge, and Elon Musk’s “neutral” Grokipedia project. Plus, a surprising health study on walking smarter, not longer.

Saudi Arabia’s push to become an A.I. superpower. Diphtheria’s tragic return in Somalia is fueled by anti-vaccine propaganda. A New York City rally testing whether a movement can govern. A citizenship scandal with political teeth. And one Trump-supporting farmer’s breaking point under trade wars. Straight talk, deep context, and zero spin, only on Filtered with TJ Walker. Timestamps / Chapters: 00:00 - Teaser & Intro 01:10 - Story 1: Saudi Arabia’s A.I. Ambitions: From Oil to Compute 06:35 - Story 2: Vaccine Lies Bring Diphtheria’s Return to Somalia 12:20 - Story 3: Mamdani’s Stadium Test — From Rallies to Rubbish Collection 18:05 - Story 4: The C...

TJ Walker breaks down the week’s most revealing stories: from Trump’s tariff tantrum over a TV ad, to Kamala Harris’s political teasing, to why internal influencers are reshaping marketing. Plus, Tulane’s controversial school ban and a hard truth for Democrats chasing the Epstein files. Video Chapters / Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro / Teaser 00:48 - Tariffs Over a TV Ad: Trump Escalates Against Canada 05:22 - Harris Hints at 2028 on Book Tour 09:36 - Starring in Videos Is Everyone’s Job Now 14:02 - Tulane Bans a High School From Early Decision 19:15 - Why Democrats Are Wasting Their Time Demanding the Epstein Files 26:10 - Closing...

In today’s episode, TJ Walker unpacks a haunting real-life case where an AI chatbot blurred the line between affection and exploitation. From emotional manipulation to corporate accountability and media spin, this episode exposes the extent to which AI can be leveraged, and why oversight is more crucial now than ever. 🔹 Segments: 00:00 - Intro: When AI Love Becomes Fatal 03:45 - The Chatbot That Crossed the Line 09:20 - Inside the Scam: How the AI Manipulated Emotion 15:00 - Tech Giants Respond (or Don’t) 21:40 - What Regulators Are Missing 28:10 - The Media Spin and Public Outcry 33:45 - Lessons in Digital Ethics 38:00 - TJ’s Fi...

In this episode of Filtered, we expose the scandals, the ambitions, and the shocking visions shaping our world today. From gambling indictments in the NBA to Elon Musk’s trillion-dollar pitch, and even a jewel heist turned ad campaign, we decode what no one else will. Video Chapters / Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro Teaser   01:10 - Story 1: NBA Integrity Crisis   07:25 - Story 2: Musk’s Trillion-Dollar Ultimatum   13:40 - Story 3: Louvre Heist as Ad   19:55 - Story 4: Google’s Quantum Leap   25:50 - Story 5: British Warning on Trump   31:15 - Grab Bag Stories   34:00 - Closing & Final Thoughts   Listen deep. Think sharp. Stay Filtered.

TJ Walker breaks down how power, ego, and economics collide — from Meta’s layoffs and Europe’s startup struggles to Francis Ford Coppola selling his million-dollar watch. Also: America’s $64B scam crisis, the White House East Wing demolition outrage, and why 7,000 steps a day might be all you need. Timestamps / Chapters: 0:00 - Intro 0:42 - Meta’s AI Layoffs: Why Wall Street Rewards Job Cuts 8:15 - Europe’s Startups vs. Bureaucracy 16:40 - The $250K Online Scam That Exposed a $64B Industry 25:10 - Francis Ford Coppola Is Broke… Again 33:25 - The White House East Wing Demolition Backlash 42:05 - Grab Bag: The Real Number of...

In today’s episode of Filtered with TJ Walker, the G.O.A.T. steps into a new arena — television commentary. TJ analyzes Michael Jordan’s first appearance on NBC, revealing what makes on-air communication succeed or flop. Also inside: • Amazon’s automation plan to cut 500,000 jobs • The GOP’s message pivot from Ted Cruz and Ron DeSantis • America’s measles comeback and the crisis in public-health messaging ➡ Daily business, tech & culture analysis through the lens of communication and personal growth. Chapters / Timestamps: 00:00 Intro & Market Vitals 01:00 Michael Jordan’s NBC Debut, Can He Communicate Like He Played? 07:15 Why Superstars Struggle as Commentators, The C...

On Filtered with TJ Walker: ICE’s struggling recruits, a nominee’s racist text scandal, universities rejecting political pressure, and the politics of “hate” talk, all capped by a look inside Paris’s new chocolate empire. Smart, fast commentary on how power and persuasion really work. #Filtered #TJWalker #NewsAnalysis #Politics #Business #Culture #Media #FreeSpeech #Universities #ICE #DisneyPlus #Communication #Leadership #Marketing #CédricGrolet #Chocolate   Chapters / Timestamps: 0:00 Intro, Today’s Five Stories 1:15 ICE Flunks Fitness Tests 8:10 Disney & Universities Resist Control 16:40 Racist Nominee Collapses After Text Leaks 26:00 Perry Claims Democrats “Hate the Military” 35:45 Cédric Grolet Goes Full Wonka 46:30 Walker’s Take, Marketing vs Reality 49:00 Clos...

TJ Walker breaks down how San Francisco’s so-called “doom loop” was a media creation. With burglaries down 28 percent and homicides near historic lows, the city’s rebound tells a story Fox News won’t. Featuring analysis of Amazon’s AWS outage, the Louvre jewel heist, Paramount Skydance layoffs, and military overreach at Camp Pendleton.

From the streets of Paris to rallies across the United States, citizens are rediscovering the language of protest. In this episode of Filtered, TJ Walker analyzes how Macron’s pension reversal reveals the limits of top-down leadership, how the “No Kings” movement channels democratic frustration, and why America’s economy now depends almost entirely on its wealthiest 10 percent. Then, a look at personal finance: Dave Ramsey’s two-question framework that instantly reveals whether you’re building wealth or just buying debt. Finally, Sir David Attenborough’s historic Emmy at 99, a master class in lifelong communication.

Former President Trump has freed George Santos after only 84 days in prison. TJ Walker analyzes how this act of political loyalty rewards fraud, undermines justice, and signals the death of accountability. Also in this episode: Harvard’s new obesity redefinition, OpenAI’s erotic mode announcement, and Salesforce CEO Marc Benioff’s embarrassing walk-back. Stream daily episodes of Filtered with TJ Walker for straight talk on communication, power, and truth.

TJ Walker unpacks five major stories that point to one urgent truth: America’s institutions are fraying and the only remaining counterweight is people power. This episode covers: Meta’s removal of an ICE-tracking Facebook group (DOJ request), the new UAP documentary The Age of Disclosure, a $300 trillion PYUSD minting glitch at Paxos/PayPal, the explosive NYC mayoral debate, and a personal essay on why TJ will join the nationwide No Kings rallies. Includes practical emphasis on nonviolent, de-escalatory protest as civic defense. Chapters/Timestamp: 00:00 Intro & Teaser 02:58 Meta removes ICE-watch group (facts & politics) 04:08 Meta: Quick Take (summary) 12:10 The Age of Disc...

T.J. Walker takes the headlines (media layoffs, the “Paws Comitatus” El Paso dog story, refugee-policy changes, and a swastika found in a GOP office). He asks: could 2024 be the watershed, the last freely decided U.S. election? This episode explores realistic legal and extralegal pathways that could influence future elections and outlines key developments to watch in 2026–2028.  Chapters are included for convenient listening. Episode Chapters: 00:00 Intro / Preview 02:37 Media Cuts & Platform Shift 07:30 Paws Comitatus, Border Patrol dog incident 09:45 Refugee overhaul & priorities 12:30 Swastika in Congress office, reaction 34:45 Main Analysis: Are elections next? 59:00 Wrap & Takeaways

This episode of Filtered with TJ Walker covers five stories that reveal a dangerous mix of health fraud, normalized bigotry, and media misdirection: leaked Young Republican chats celebrating Hitler and gas chambers; Consumer Reports’ findings of lead in popular protein powders; a 101-year-old journalist’s longevity lessons; President Trump’s Medal of Freedom choice for Charlie Kirk; and violent ICE enforcement in Chicago, and how communities are organizing in response. Episode Chapters/Timestamps: 00:00 - Teaser & Headlines 00:20 - Story 1: AI & the Web (Graphite report) 03:20 - Story 2: Lead in Protein Powders (Consumer Reports) 06:00 - Story 3: Longevity, Si Liberman at 101 08:00 - Story 4: Charlie Kirk...

In today’s Filtered: Nobel laureates say openness and creative destruction power growth, and the U.S. may be moving the other way. We unpack Cuba’s worsening crisis, Marc Maron’s goodbye interview with Barack Obama, the markets’ reaction to President Trump’s contradictory China messages, and a standoff between the Pentagon and major newsrooms over a new press policy. Timestamp/Stories: 00:00 - Intro & headlines 01:22 - Market snapshot 02:07 - Nobel economists: innovation vs protectionism.  14:19 - Cuba: blackouts, migration, economy.  25:40 - Marc Maron: final episode & legacy.  36:09 - Trump’s China whiplash & market impact.  47:07 - Pentagon vs press, major outlets refuse new rules.  1:03...

In today’s Filtered: Should Tim Cook step down after turning Apple from $300B into a $3T powerhouse, and why that’s smart timing. Markets in Asia skid after President Trump threatens 100% tariffs on Chinese imports, and the thread running through the whole rally becomes obvious: a handful of AI winners are carrying the market. We also examine a startling cosmetic trend, surgeons intentionally fracturing ribs to sculpt a “Barbie waist”, and a new survey showing many Americans would accept brand-sponsored weddings to afford their big day. The episode concludes with a blunt warning from Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker about th...

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. Subscribe to Filtered for daily episodes. Chapters / Timestamps: 00:00- Teaser & Intro. 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...

A rapid rundown of the five biggest headlines: Trump’s 100% tariff threat and a market sell-off; Kalshi’s huge funding round; protests as Shein opens in Paris; the W.N.B.A.’s struggle with online hate and its Social Protect tool; and Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem’s shutdown video airing in U.S. airports. TImestamp: 00:00 - Teaser: Quick rundown 01:04 - Trump’s 100% tariff threat and the market reaction (S&P 500, Nasdaq, semiconductors) 03:00 - What the tariff threat means for supply chains and AI chips 09:15 - Kalshi’s $300M raise at a $5B valuation and the rise of prediction markets 10:2...

AI video generators now blur the line between truth and fabrication. What happens when “seeing” no longer equals “believing”? Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt warns AI can be hacked to kill, Human Rights Watch clashes with comedians over Saudi payouts, Peter Thiel preaches Antichrist paranoia, and the U.S. government quietly buys into mining companies. In today’s episode of Filtered with TJ Walker, we unpack how technology, money, and power are reshaping trust, communication, and democracy

Today on Filtered: Katie Porter’s stormy TV interview goes viral and reshapes the California governor race; an Airbnb guest discovers a hidden camera over the toilet and fights for refunds; gold surges past $4,000 — but how reliable is it as “insurance”? Broadway faces sky-high ticket prices, union pressure, and new threats from AI-driven production costs; and Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker calls President Trump “dementia-ridden” amid federal troop deployments. We explain what these stories mean for voters, travelers, investors, and cultural institutions. Podcast Chapters: 00:00 – Opening Teaser 02:06 – Katie Porter’s Interview Meltdown 35:16 – Hidden Camera Horror: Airbnb 40:29 – Gold at $4,000: Panic & Myths 46:53 – Broadway’s Price & Strike Crisis 55...

Today on Filtered with T.J. Walker: From jobseekers embedding hidden prompts to game A.I. résumé screeners, to China’s campaign to purge “defeatist” online content; from Democrats’ health-care messaging amid a shutdown to the record median age for first-time homebuyers, and Pam Bondi’s sharp Senate exchanges. Quick, clear analysis with communication lessons you can use. Chapters: 00:00:00 Intro & Markets 00:02:27 Outsmarting the bots — AI résumé tricks.  00:15:51 China cracks down on cynicism online.  00:22:36 Democrats’ shutdown message: health care wins?  00:36:42 First-time homebuyer median age: 38.  00:50:45 Pam Bondi: Senate testimony and the theatrics.

Taylor Swift pushes back on a question that assumed marriage = career end. Elon Musk’s xAI launched sexually explicit companions, raising safety and regulatory alarms. Former NFL QB Mark Sanchez now faces a felony after a violent parking dispute. Harvard faculty warn that students are skipping class, glued to their phones, and still collecting A’s. And OpenAI’s massive AMD deal puts it in pole position in the A.I. race, with antitrust questions close behind. Episode breakdown (approximate): 00:00 Teaser → 00:45 Swift → 03:15 Musk → 06:05 Sanchez → 08:30 Harvard → 11:05 OpenAI → 13:40 Grab Bag → 15:05 Outro.

Gen Z protests, craft beer cutbacks, and Elon Musk’s latest boycott call, all on today’s Filtered. TJ Walker breaks down why young people are mobilizing over housing and inequality, why craft breweries are struggling (and failing blind taste tests), and why the Netflix outrage is both tiny in catalog share and huge in spectacle. We close with disturbing footage of federal agents using tear gas and pepper balls at an ICE processing facility in Broadview, Illinois.  ▶ Listen for: clear takeaways you can quote; communication tips for talking about polarizing news; and what to watch next. ▶ Want to support the show...

In this episode of Filtered with TJ Walker we unpack five big stories: older Americans launching startups, Bill Belichick’s rocky college debut and the limits of the “great-man” assumption, how Republicans and Democrats are shaping the shutdown narrative (and why Democrats say ~4 million people could lose ACA coverage), the Trump administration’s radical refugee-cap changes, and a practical personal experiment, the Filtered Digital Detox Challenge: one meal, no phone.

On today’s episode of Filtered with TJ Walker, we cover five big stories: the one habit super-agers share that preserves memory into the 80s and 90s; Indian comedian Kunal Kamra’s silencing after a joke about Prime Minister Modi; mass resignations after editorial edits to a Charlie Kirk piece in Alaska; conservative blowback and personal scandals roiling Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth; and early polling showing Trump and Republicans taking more blame for the government shutdown even while his approval holds steady. Episode Guide (timestamps): 0:00 - Teaser & intro 1:21 - Super-agers & social connection 11:09 - Kunal Kamra, free speech in India 16:26 - Alas...

In this Filtered episode, TJ Walker breaks down five urgent media stories: OpenAI’s Sora and the deepfake surge, the Riyadh Comedy Festival and art-washing concerns, the Ryder Cup fan-abuse controversy, Paramount’s reported buyout of The Free Press and Bari Weiss’s move, and Nielsen’s harsh cable TV numbers showing a bundle reduced to mostly sports & news, actionable lessons for communicators and creators inside. Episode Chapters/Stories: 00:00 Teaser / Hook 02:50 OpenAI Sora (deepfakes & risks) 14:50 Riyadh Comedy Festival debate 29:00 Ryder Cup fallout & PGA response 37:00 Paramount & Bari Weiss news 44:40 Cable TV collapse (Nielsen) 55:30 Final takeaways & CTAs

On today’s episode, TJ Walker honor Jane Goodall and unpack her legacy; explain a major study showing poor sleep can make your brain appear older; reveal how Facebook profited from deceptive political ads and deepfakes; examine Trump’s AI-altered videos mocking Schumer and Jeffries and J.D. Vance’s reaction; and close with why Democrats say a shutdown was necessary to check authoritarian moves. Chapters / Stories: 00:00 - Opening Tease 01:55 - Jane Goodall’s Enduring Voice on Chimps and Humanity 10:41 - Poor Sleep Can Age Your Brain by a Year 27:05 - Spam and Scams Flood Facebook’s Political Ads 36:53 - Trump’s Moc...

A funding deadlock shuts down the federal government as both parties dig in over health care policy. Live, in-game sports betting explodes, AI and microbets could produce slot-like behavior that worries public-health officials. In New Jersey, Mikie Sherrill confronts fallout after a largely unredacted military record was released. A Reagan-appointed judge issues a forceful rebuke of the Trump administration’s actions against pro-Palestinian student protesters, and Secretary of War Pete Hegseth tells generals the Pentagon’s mission is now pure warfighting. Chapters/Stories: 00:00 Intro & markets, S&P & Nasdaq recap.  01:52 Government shutdown: first full day & stakes.  17:54 Sports betting: in-game microbets & risks.  33:20 Sherril...