The James Perspective

On today's episode, we discuss a year‑in‑review of 2025's biggest tech and security stories, starting with the deadly New Orleans vehicle attack that exposed how a flawed “smart” bollard design and lost emergency planning turned Mardi Gras beads into a fatal infrastructure failure. From there, the crew revisits suspected CIA involvement in the Baltimore ship‑strike incident, the growing use of autonomous weapons and drone warfare, and whether a hyper‑militarized approach to every crisis is erasing the old line between war and peace under President Trump. They also dig into Elon Musk's expanding tech empire—Tesla, SpaceX, Starlink, Optimus robots, and now custom AI chips to challenge NVIDIA—arguing that control of compute, satellites, and data pipelines may matter more than any single gadget. Finally, they look ahead to 2026, warning that AI‑driven surveillance, cyberattacks on critical infrastructure, and increasingly centralized platforms will keep raising the stakes for ordinary users who just want reliable cars, secure networks, and tools they can actually trust. Don't miss it!

James, Jimmy, and Glenn are joined by Sarah and Jim to discuss the meaning of “faith alone” and the origin of the church's authority. Jimmy unpacks the difference between justifying faith and the lifelong process of sanctification, arguing that true faith inevitably produces good works but never earns God's favor. Sarah reads from the Catholic Catechism and Pope Benedict XVI to show how “faith alone” may be conflated with being wholly united to Christ, while still insisting that living faith is inseparable from love, obedience, baptism, and incorporation into the church, and she expresses concern with the concept of sola fide. Along the way, they compare Methodist “prevenient grace,” Calvinist “irresistible grace,” and Catholic sacramental language about “receiving” rather than taking the Eucharist, looking for common ground beneath the different vocabularies of Protestant and Catholic theology. The crew also gathers in studio for New Year's Eve, trading family stories, joking about Southern “bunkers,” and reflecting on how much of American resilience still lives in ordinary, well-armed households rather than distant institutions. Don't miss it!

On today's episode, we discuss whether America's giant federal deficit is mostly “shrinkage” or outright fraud, using Minnesota's exploding budget and massive Somali‑linked welfare scams as a case study in how fast a “rich state” can be looted. The crew tracks related corruption and clan politics back to Somalia, then compares it with refugee‑driven upheaval in Sweden and the UK, where hanging a national flag can now be labeled xenophobic. They unpack how language is weaponized—terms like xenophobia, homophobia, and Islamophobia—to shut down debate and brand basic border control or cultural self‑defense as hate. Finally, they kick around what it would take to restore accountability, from real audits and whistleblower incentives to a broader cultural refusal to let political elites redefine words and reality to suit their agenda. Don't miss it!

On today's episode, we discuss Christmas catch‑ups, and then pivot into how Representative Ilhan Omar's Somali clan politics and opposition to Somaliland's independence echo the corruption and conflict of her home country. The crew argues that concentrated refugee resettlement in Minnesota effectively built a loyal voter base, enabling Omar and likeminded politicians to “import” their style of governance into U.S. politics. They then walk through how massive federal spending, weak auditing, and captured watchdogs fuel fraud, and explain why Civil War–era whistleblower laws that pay a percentage of recovered funds still matter today. Finally, they explore whether truly independent verification and validation could ever restrain the “BLOB,” or whether any oversight system will inevitably be co‑opted by the very interests it is supposed to police. Don't miss it!

On today's episode, we enter the world of a cartoonist through the eyes of guest cartoonist Tone Rodriguez. Don't miss it!

On today's episode, we discuss Christmas traditions and favorite holiday movies before pivoting into how AI, robotics, and cheap energy could radically reshape productivity and national power. The crew breaks down the China–U.S. tech race, from Huawei's 7‑nanometer chips and SMIC's fabrication constraints to whether Western export controls can really keep Beijing behind in advanced AI hardware. They dig into the real economics of data centers and humanoid robots, including power and cooling limits, why Nvidia and other chip makers are soaring, and whether an AI‑driven productivity boom could be the last chance to grow out of America's debt load. Finally, they argue over inflation, deficits, and money supply, debate whether government spending or printing drives price spikes, and speculate about crypto, central bank digital currencies, and how future “robot workers” might both save and destabilize the financial system. Don't miss it!

On today's episode, we discuss what Advent really is, how the candle colors and readings point to hope, peace, love, joy, and finally Christ, and why many low-church Protestants grew up never hearing about it at all. The conversation wrestles with whether Christians should say “Merry Christmas” or “Happy Holidays” in public spaces, and how to navigate witnessing without turning restaurants and workplaces into unwanted mission fields. Jimmy then digs into the history behind Christmas, arguing it is not borrowed from pagan festivals, explaining how early Christians connected Jesus' conception and death dates, and showing how commerce, Santa marketing, and Rudolph ads have reshaped the season. Along the way, the hosts have fun with Saint Nicholas as a gift-giver who also “punched heretics,” joke about Druids and Christmas trees, and reflect on wanting Christmas back as a truly Christian holy day rather than a generic winter break. Don't miss it!

On today's episode, we discuss how rapidly advancing home robotics could lead to “robot crime,” from hacked cleaning bots to liability questions when autonomous machines injure people or pets. The hosts dive into drone and cyber vulnerabilities, including Chinese-made DJI drones, surveillance cameras sending data back to China, and why Washington is pushing to rebuild secure, domestic supply chains for both drones and naval shipbuilding. They explore the economic shock of a Tyson meatpacking plant closure in rural Nebraska, using examples from Louisiana to show how one-factory towns can hollow out and whether education, tax policy, and new industries can save them. Finally, the conversation ranges from Sonic vs. McDonald's competition strategy and the great “pickle placement” debate, to SpaceX bulk-buying Cybertrucks, China's AI chip race, Trump's new “Golden Fleet” of warships, and drone-heavy future warfare after recent U.S. strikes on 71 ISIS-linked targets in Syria. Don't miss it!

On today's episode, we discuss the newly released but heavily redacted Epstein files, why key client names and photos are still blacked out, and whether anyone in power will ever be held accountable. The crew walks through Mike Benz's theory that Epstein's real “talent” was laundering petrodollars for intelligence-linked networks, tying in CIA front airlines, Somali political clans, and massive welfare fraud in Minnesota and California. They pivot to Venezuela's collapsing economy, U.S. efforts to seize sanctioned oil tankers and block the sale of Citgo's Lake Charles refinery, and what that means for Maduro's regime. Finally, they hit Bernie Sanders' call to halt AI research, California's punitive billionaire tax that is driving tech money to Austin, the San Francisco blackout that froze Waymo robotaxis while Teslas kept going, and even an Amazon delivery driver caught on camera stealing a family's cat.

On today's episode, we discuss whether the much-hyped “alien invasion” is really a spiritual deception, with Charlotte arguing that so-called extraterrestrials are actually demons exploiting portals between the physical and spiritual realms. The crew riffs on UAP disclosures, Marco Rubio's and Chuck Schumer's push for more government transparency, and long-running rumors about crashed craft, recovered alien bodies, and reverse-engineered technologies at places like Roswell and Area 51. They tie in Victorian ghost stories, biblical passages about increased demonic activity in the last days, and Genesis‑6–style theories about fallen angels, Nephilim, and giants like Goliath. Finally, they explore how psychedelics such as psilocybin and MDMA, sourced from things like sassafras, might open people up to deceptive “entities,” even as modern therapists experiment with these drugs for addiction and PTSD treatment. Don't miss it!

On today's episode, we discuss a grab‑bag of emerging tech, from “photonic” AI chips that compute with light instead of electricity to world‑model AI that lets robots and self‑driving cars navigate in rich 3D environments more like humans do. The crew digs into Tesla's push to remove safety drivers from robotaxis, Waymo's 10‑million autonomous rides, Rivian's lower‑cost self‑drive ambitions, and a future where humanoid household robots clean stairs, fold laundry, and eventually build more robots. They also explore biometric security based on heartbeats, 3D‑printed human hearts grown from fat cells, and underwater and aerial military drones that quietly redraw the map of modern warfare. Finally, they tackle AI's “hallucinations” that send patrons asking librarians for nonexistent books, smart TVs and gadgets that spy for ad data, and how Trump's Christmas “1776” bonus for service members might best be invested in Bitcoin or Ethereum for young soldiers learning to “HODL.” Don't miss it!

On today's episode, we discuss the “myths and mysteries of Christmas,” moving from the real fourth‑century Bishop Nicholas of Myra and his secret dowry gifts to how that story morphed into our modern Santa Claus. The conversation explores what Scripture actually says about self‑defense and weapons, why pacifism is not the same as Christian peace, and how church security and personal responsibility fit with Jesus' commands and example. The hosts then dive into angels, saints, priests, and prayer, contrasting Old Testament mediation with the New Testament “priesthood of all believers,” and debating when asking others (or saints) to intercede crosses the line into bypassing Christ as the sole mediator. Finally, they tackle dopamine, TikTok, and AI: why shallow pleasures and short‑form content can become addictive, how true joy and discipleship require depth and discipline, and why AI‑generated worship music may be a useful tool but can never replace Spirit‑filled artistry or real pastoral guidance. Don't miss it!

On today's episode, we discuss the infamous Dred Scott decision with future law student Madeline, unpacking how questions of citizenship, jurisdiction, and property rights produced one of the Supreme Court's most morally repugnant yet technically intricate rulings. The conversation probes whether Chief Justice Taney applied the law as it then stood or twisted it to entrench slavery, how states and the federal government once shared power to define citizenship, and why subject-matter jurisdiction can make an entire case legally void. The hosts then discuss the legality of a pardon by President Trump for Tina Peters, specifically whether federal "crimes against the United States" could extend presidential pardon authority to state-level convictions. Particularly in the context of Biden-era election-related tactics. Don't miss it!

On today's episode, we discuss the shocking murder of filmmaker Rob Reiner and his wife, how little is still known about the case, and why the hosts insist on speaking of the dead with restraint while they wait for facts. From there the conversation turns to politics abroad, highlighting Chile's decisive vote to oust a Marxist-leaning leader using paper ballots and Bulgaria's similar populist turn away from communist-style parties, both framed as part of a broader global backlash against left-wing governance. The hosts also cover the Bondi Beach terror attack in Australia, praising the untrained Muslim shopkeeper who tackled a gunman under strict gun-control laws, and contrasting this with armed self-defense norms and church security practices in the American South. Finally, they unpack U.S. security and legal issues: thousands of known or suspected terrorists admitted under Biden-era policies, questions about the missing J6 pipe-bomber video, and whether Trump's pardon of Colorado clerk Tina Peters can lawfully reach a state conviction for alleged election-related crimes against the American people. Don't miss it!

On today's episode, we discuss a whole slate of conspiracies, from “Project Looking Glass” time-viewing tech and Vatican devices that supposedly capture images from the crucifixion, to rumors that the military is decades ahead of civilian AI and may be quietly testing advanced systems on the public. The crew digs into why Trump is airing campaign-style ads about carbon sequestration and drug prices even though he is not currently running, and whether groups are using his brand to push controversial carbon capture projects in places like Louisiana. They explore a developing Venezuela–Guyana–oil storyline as a possible backdrop for U.S. moves in the region, then connect it to election-fraud allegations, Tina Peters' pardon, and speculation that Maduro holds “proof” of 2020 manipulation. Along the way, they ask if OpenAI's outsized deals could be setting up a deliberate future crash of AI stocks and the broader U.S. economy, and whether fear-driven media narratives—from AI to foreign policy—are being used to keep citizens anxious and easier to control. Don't miss it!

On today's episode, we discuss a grab bag of tech and political news, from Trump's dramatic seizure of a Venezuelan oil tanker headed to Cuba to his plan for a “gold card” that lets wealthy immigrants fast-track U.S. residency. The crew digs into Venezuela's opposition leader María Corina Machado winning the Nobel Peace Prize, as well as Elon Musk's public spat with AOC, accusations that he is a “con man,” and questions about how real some high-profile robot demos really are. They also cover Trump's move to buy a fleet of Boeing jets for mass deportations, simmering voter frustration over housing costs and the wider economy, and whether mainstream AI, robotics, and quantum computing are inflating a new tech “bubble” that could reshape global markets before it eventually pops. Don't miss it!

On today's episode, we discuss whether “eternal life” and “everlasting life” in Scripture point to different dimensions of salvation, and how translation and Greek grammar shape what those words can mean for believers. The conversation moves into how a perfect, holy God can have real fellowship with imperfect people through the indwelling Holy Spirit and the cleansing blood of Christ, using 1 John 1 to distinguish everyday human weakness from willful rebellion. We also wrestle with questions about original sin, Adam and Eve's responsibility, and why Jesus had to be fully sinless and fully divine to defeat sin “as a whole ball of wax,” while still being truly tempted as a human. Finally, we touch on Catholic–Protestant debates around Mary, the soul versus the spirit, and why Christians should be able to explain what they believe instead of simply inheriting doctrines they cannot defend. Don't miss it!

On today's episode, we discuss the historical case of Ex Parte Merryman, where President Lincoln suspended habeas corpus to detain political prisoners. The Supreme Court, led by Chief Justice Taney, ruled Lincoln lacked authority to do so, highlighting the separation of powers. The conversation also touched on a recent Supreme Court case where Justice Neil Gorsuch questioned the plaintiff's argument against presidential authority to fire officials. Additionally, the group discussed a $1 billion fraud scheme involving Somali-owned nonprofits in Minnesota, which funneled funds to terrorist organizations, with potential implications for state officials. Don't miss it!

On today's episode, we discuss new details in the January 6th pipe-bomber case, including doubts about suspect Brian Cole and why an apparently solvable investigation was seemingly dropped during the Biden era. The conversation then shifts to the “Seditious 6,” with guarded hope that Hegseth and Bondi will pursue charges, possibly including a court-martial for General Kelly and strategic venue choices for the rest. We also cover how Venezuela's no-fly zone is choking off Maduro's cash, prompting harsher crackdowns as some predict his regime may be nearing collapse, and we criticize the EU's huge fines against Elon Musk and X as foreign attacks on American free speech that may require Trump's response. The episode wraps by noting the anniversary of Pearl Harbor and concerns over elevated solar-flare activity. Don't miss it!

On today's episode, we discuss the arrest of the January 6 pipe bomber. Key topics include what was most likely: Whether he was acting alone or as part of a conspiracy. If a conspiracy, who was designated to benefit from it. We also covered the the different reasons it took so long to identify and arrest him, noting that it was unlikely the case could not have been solved sooner given the extensive surveillance devices that cover all of Washington D.C.   Don't miss it!

On today's episode, we discuss new AI tools and data centers, practical cybersecurity tips, how to manage smart home and cloud services more safely, and the trade‑offs between privacy, convenience, and Big Tech control. Don't miss it!

On today's show, we discuss Advents meaning and how God uses suffering and unanswered prayers, the dangers of treating faith like superstition, what true worship and gratitude look like beyond material blessings, and how believers can deepen trust in God during seasons of pain and uncertainty. Don't miss it!

On today's episode, we discuss allegations about Senator Mark Kelly's twin brother fundraising for Ukrainian propaganda, Trump's reported phone call with Nicolás Maduro and possible Venezuela operations, the DC shooter's claimed CIA ties, David Sacks' role in AI and crypto policy, debates over dual citizenship and immigration, and how Middle East and China strategies affect Trump's political capital and U.S. security. It's also our new audio producer's birthday today (audio producer here, thank you for the birthday wishes!), so don't miss it!

On today's episode, we discuss alleged fraud in Minnesota's human services and NGO systems, debates over immigration and illegal immigrant finances, Democratic and Republican corruption, media “fake news” rankings from the Trump administration, and global issues from Afghan resettlement to Russian oil and the war in Ukraine. Don't miss it!

On today's Black Friday episode, we discuss new conspiracy theories about global digital currency, government surveillance and AI control, major geopolitical flashpoints, and how media narratives shape what the public believes. Don't miss it!

On today's episode, it's Thanksgiving! Listen to the Thankful Foursome discuss Thanksgiving tech habits, how families juggle screens and devices during the holidays, recent AI and gadget news, and practical tips for managing digital life while traveling and hosting. Don't miss it, and Happy Thanksgiving!

On today's episode, we discuss the meaning of Thanksgiving through Psalm 100, the importance of gratitude and worship, and how faith shapes our attitude toward suffering and everyday blessings.​ Don't miss it!

On today's episode, we discuss the latest government shutdown developments, inflation and interest rate news, legal battles over election laws, international tensions in hotspots like Venezuela and the Middle East, and how these stories affect everyday Americans. Don't miss it!

On today's episode, we discuss recent court decisions, high-profile medical lawsuits, new regulations affecting healthcare, and the role of lawmakers in shaping patient rights. Don't miss it!

On today's episode, we discuss debates about government automation with AI and robots, the ethics and risks of AI decision-making, and conspiracy theories about Silicon Valley's influence on future governance. Don't miss it!

On today's episode, we discuss the latest smart home products, new developments in artificial intelligence for consumer gadgets, cybersecurity tips, and hands-on repairs for common tech problems. Don't miss it!

On today's episode, we discuss the concept of wisdom from biblical, philosophical, and practical perspectives, sharing personal stories, church experiences, and insights on spiritual growth and discernment. Don't miss it!

On today's episode, we discuss recent government shutdown negotiations, ongoing labor strikes, the impact of inflation on consumer prices, new developments in immigration policy, and controversy over election laws. Don't miss it!

On today's episode, we discuss new lawsuits in the medical and insurance fields, developments in criminal justice reform, recent actions by federal agencies, and emerging debates over government policy. Don't miss it!

On today's episode, we discuss the origins and mysteries of Bitcoin's creator Satoshi Nakamoto, how dormant wallets could impact global finance, recent cryptocurrency market trends, and conspiracy theories related to digital currency and government policy. Don't miss it!

On today's episode, we discuss new product launches, the latest advancements in smart home technology, tech industry news, and practical troubleshooting tips for everyday digital devices. Don't miss it!

On today's episode, we discuss pain management, the meaning of worship, philosophical approaches to knowing God, and perspectives on faith and spiritual experience. Don't miss it!

On today's episode, we discuss riots at a UC Berkeley event, protests by Antifa, Supreme Court rulings on election ballots, the government shutdown's impact on jobs, Venezuela tension, and life inside minimum security prisons. Don't miss it!

On today's episode, we discuss legal news, recent medical cases, immigration policy debates, federal government actions, and updates in criminal justice. Don't miss it!

On today's episode, we discuss the use of cryptocurrency and stablecoins to address the national debt, Chinese scholars charged with smuggling biological materials, international tensions in Venezuela, Elon Musk's teased new product, and recent trends in digital currency markets. Don't miss it!

On today's episode, we discuss updates on the latest tech industry news, commentary on new product releases, practical upgrades like solar energy and data center projects, personal anecdotes, and trends impacting the future of work and automation. Don't miss it!

On today's episode, we discuss Bible verses, personal struggles, church community issues, and approaches to spiritual growth. Don't miss it!

On today's episode, we discuss cryptocurrency market trends, Dick Cheney's death, Scott Adams' cancer treatment, government shutdown politics, Elon Musk's latest product hints, and election updates in New York and New Jersey. Don't miss it!

On today's episode, we discuss Scott Adams' cancer treatment ordeal, genocide in Nigeria, asylum policies, immigration and citizenship debates, narco-terrorism, and surveillance of political figures. Don't miss it!

On today's episode, we discuss Satoshi Nakamoto's identity, conspiracy theories about public figures, the history of online scams, Halloween traditions, and fraternal organizations like the Masons and Knights of Columbus. Don't miss it!

On today's episode, we discuss $500 home robots, AI industry outages, Meta's massive data center, capital gains on crypto, new solar technology, Nike's exoskeleton shoes, automated retail checkout, and solar power for homes. Don't miss it!

On today's episode, we discuss Bible study methods, scripture interpretation, discipleship in churches, differences between systematic and biblical theology, and church leadership roles. Don't miss it!

On today's episode, we discuss government shutdown politics, new energy and data projects in Louisiana, rare earth mineral deals in Asia, and predictions for when federal paychecks will resume. Don't miss it!

On today's episode, we discuss FBI surveillance videos, election news, Supreme Court cases, international politics, and the Pink Panther Louvre theft. Don't miss it!

On today's episode, we discuss UFO hearings, U.S. operations in Venezuela, and how the government might use alien news to distract from political actions.

On  todays Show James, Dwayne, Mark, Glenn and David talk about Bitcoin, XRP, crypto market, financial system, debt reset, AI, blockchain, utility coins, SEC lawsuit, digital society, energy infrastructure, robotics, data centers, investment strategies, regulatory challenges., Future technologies, biomedical advancements, longevity, quality of life, AI surgery, cancer detection, aging, health, assisted care, family dynamics, PJ's coffee, podcast, conspiracy theories, iPad issues, don't miss it.