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Brian Shactman and David Lightman from McClatchy discussed the political implications of Trump's actions regarding the Epstein case. Lightman suggested that Trump's decision to release information might be due to a lack of votes to block the legislation in the House or Senate. They also touched on the potential impact of Trump's demands for investigations into Democrats, which could delay document releases. Lightman noted that some Republicans, like Marjorie Taylor Greene, are resisting Trump's influence, indicating a shift in party dynamics. They also discussed the upcoming meeting between Trump and Mamdani, predicting a cordial but potentially contentious discussion. Finally, they mentioned the urgency of addressing healthcare subsidies and economic concerns when Congress reconvenes.

Brian Shactman and David Lightman discussed the recent government shutdown, noting that while Democrats secured funding for SNAP, the military, and job guarantees for furloughed workers, they failed to extend healthcare benefits. Republicans, criticized for inefficiency, may pass subsidy extensions in the Senate but face uncertainty in the House. Lightman highlighted the split within the Republican Party over releasing the Epstein report, with conservatives pushing for transparency. Both parties face internal strife, with Democrats lacking a central leader post-Trump. The conversation also touched on the challenges of passing annual budgets and the ongoing political dynamics.

The drama continues in the Nation's Capitol. David Lightman from McClatchy DC covers it all for us to wrap up the week.

Part II of our crossover episode with The Bang-Bang Podcast! Van and Lyle are joined by Sam Ratner, Policy Director at Win Without War, and Andy Facini, Communications Director at the Council on Strategic Risks, to discuss WarGames, John Badham's Cold-War techno-thriller that accidentally foresaw the age of algorithmic warfare. What begins as a teenage prank—Matthew Broderick's David Lightman breaking into what he thinks is a computer game—quickly becomes a meditation on automation, deterrence, and human judgment in systems built to annihilate. Together, the group unpacks how WarGames' “WOPR” supercomputer prefigures today's AI decision-making, where machines learn to “take men out of the loop.” They trace how the film's closing revelation (“The only winning move is not to play”) echoes across four decades of nuclear strategy and modern debates over escalation, autonomy, and control. The conversation ranges from NORAD and machine learning to the moral limits of deterrence, the psychology of Cold-War adolescence, and the comic absurdity of believing one can win an unwinnable game. Like Dr. Strangelove before it, WarGames shows us a military machine that runs on fear, faith, and code, and a civilization learning to live with its own programmed self-destruction.Subscribe to the Un-Diplomatic Newsletter: https://www.un-diplomatic.comSubscribe to The Bang-Bang Podcast: https://www.bangbangpod.com/Further ReadingSam's professional pageAndy's professional page“Strategy & Conscience (The Book Review We Need),” by VanTelehack, a retro internet simulator recommended by AndyThe Imagineers of War: The Untold Story of DARPA, by Sharon WeinbergerThe Closed World: Computers and the Politics of Discourse in Cold War America, by Paul N. EdwardsThe Doomsday Machine: Confessions of a Nuclear War Planner, by Daniel Ellsberg

David Lightman from McClatchy DC joins us to discuss the continued shutdown, President Trump's trip to Asia, and more to wrap up our week!

Free crossover episode with The Bang-Bang Podcast! Van and Lyle are joined by Sam Ratner, Policy Director at Win Without War, and Andy Facini, Communications Director at the Council on Strategic Risks, to discuss WarGames, John Badham's Cold-War techno-thriller that accidentally foresaw the age of algorithmic warfare.What begins as a teenage prank—Matthew Broderick's David Lightman breaking into what he thinks is a computer game—quickly becomes a meditation on automation, deterrence, and human judgment in systems built to annihilate. Together, the group unpacks how WarGames' “WOPR” supercomputer prefigures today's AI decision-making, where machines learn to “take men out of the loop.” They trace how the film's closing revelation (“The only winning move is not to play”) echoes across four decades of nuclear strategy and modern debates over escalation, autonomy, and control.The conversation ranges from NORAD and machine learning to the moral limits of deterrence, the psychology of Cold-War adolescence, and the comic absurdity of believing one can win an unwinnable game. Like Dr. Strangelove before it, WarGames shows us a military machine that runs on fear, faith, and code, and a civilization learning to live with its own programmed self-destruction.Subscribe to the Un-Diplomatic Newsletter: https://www.un-diplomatic.comSubscribe to The Bang-Bang Podcast: https://www.bangbangpod.com/Further ReadingSam's professional pageAndy's professional page“Strategy & Conscience (The Book Review We Need),” by VanTelehack, a retro internet simulator recommended by AndyThe Imagineers of War: The Untold Story of DARPA, by Sharon WeinbergerThe Closed World: Computers and the Politics of Discourse in Cold War America, by Paul N. EdwardsThe Doomsday Machine: Confessions of a Nuclear War Planner, by Daniel Ellsberg

David Lightman from McClatchy DC joins us to discuss all things Washington DC including the Shutdown and the demolition of the East Wing of the White House for the building of The Big Beautiful Ballroom!

David Lightman, McClatchy News Papers Washington D.C The Washington D.C Shutdown continues. The political blame games goes back and forth, how long can this last?

What if we've become less willing to sacrifice our pawns to take the queen? This week, Jess and Joey talk about Ezra Klein, Ta-Nehisi Coates, Obama, game theory, defaulting to passion, and nuclear weapons. They don't talk about David Lightman. references The Ezra Klein Show: Ta-Nehisi Coates on Bridging Gaps vs. Drawing Lines Nash equilibrium Mutual assured destruction A Beautiful Mind Pareto principle 

David Lightman from McClatchy DC joins us to discuss the Comey case, the indictments of Letitia James, and the Government Shutdown continuing.

David Lightman joins us from Washington D.C. as the shutdown continues. David doesn't stop though, and he tells us the latest!

David Lightman wraps the week with us. He talks James Comey, President Trump, and so much more!

David Lightman from McClatchy News Papers catches us up on all the headlines out of Washington DC for the week.

Welcome to another episode of I'll Show You Mine! This time, Elyse is showing James ‘WarGames' from 1983. Matthew Broderick stars as David Lightman, a young hacker who accidentally logs onto a military supercomputer while attempting to find new video games and nearly starts WWIII.Join us as we talk about the depiction of computers and hacking, the plausibility of a computer working the way the WOPR does, and the killer score by Arthur B. Rubinstein.Our theme song is by us! James Sparkman and Elyse Wietstock.Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, and Twitch at @isympodcastIf you like the show please share it with a friend or leave a review on Apple Podcasts, and if you want access to post-show content, downloadable art, and more, visit illshowyoumine.show and click “Patreon!”

Right before David Lightman jumped on with us, The FBI began a raid on John Bolton's house. David and Brian talk about that and President Trump trying to create peace overseas.

This week, the siblings log on and launch global thermonuclear war on the prequel to Ferris Bueller's Day Off, WARGAMES! What's more genius? The method David Lightman used to get the school password? Or the method Mr. Lightman used to butter his bread? This and more at www.orwhatevermovies.com. Contains spoilers. Thanks for listening!

David Lightman checks in from the Nation's Capital to discuss President Trump's meeting with Putin, and the safety of the citizens of DC.

David Lightman checks in to give us the latest from DC where the word of the week is.... you guessed it... TARIFFS!

There is a whole lot going on in our Nation's Capitol. David Lightman covers it all with Brian.

David Lightman from McClatchy DC checks in to give us the latest from the Nation's Capitol.

David Lightman checks in to give us the latest from DC.

David Lightman checks in from Washington to discuss the Big Beautiful Bill, and the latest out of the Trump Administration.

We wrap up the week with David Lightman from McClatchy DC to talk about all the latest from the Capitol.

David Lightman with the latest from Washington D.C.

David Lightman from McClatchy DC doesn't have a shortage to write or talk about. From the Big Beautiful Bill, The Musk vs Trump fallout and more.

Panelists: Paul Hagstrom (hosting), Kay Savetz, and Carrington Vanston Topic: 1983 In 1983, Apple gave us Lisa, the ImageWriter, and the Apple //e. Atari gave us the XL line, Microsoft gave us (Multi-Tool) Word, Lotus gave us 1-2-3, David Lightman gave us wardialing. The era of it being always DNS began. Topic/Feedback links: Retro Computing … Continue reading RCR Episode 283: A STRANGE GAME →

David Lightman checks in to update us about all the wild and crazy things from the Nation's Capitol.

David Lightman checks in and gives us the latest from the Nation's Capitol.

We wrap up the week the only way we know how.... with David Lightman from McClatchy DC. He discusses the latest President Trump appointee as well as the first American Pope.

David Lightman joins us to discuss Trump's first 100 days back in office and all the drama of DC.

David Lightman checks in from DC to discuss the latest from the White House

David Lightman gives us the latest from DC to wrap up the week.

David Lightman from McClatchy DC discusses the latest in the nation's capital

David Lightman from McClatchy DC calls in to discuss the Tariffs and the ripple effect.

David Lightman from McClatchy DC connects back with us on some of the latest news out of Washington DC

David Lightman checks in to wrap up the week!

David Lightman from McClatchy DC discusses the latest happenings in our Nation's Capital.

David Lightman from McClatchy DC calls in to discuss all the craziness that is happening in DC

David Lightman finds himself very busy in our Nation's Capital these days. He discusses the latest happenings.

David Lightman from McClatchy DC joins us as he does every Friday to update us on the nation's capital ahead of Monday's Inauguration

David Lightman from McClatchy DC discusses the latest mess from Washington including a possible Government Shutdown before the new year.

David Lightman, McClatchy News Papers gives an update on the changes happening in DC.

The meeting focused on the kickoff of the Salvation Army's holiday store at the Homewood Suites in Glastonbury. Brian Shactman emphasized the importance of participation and donations, highlighting that contributions can support various programs, such as sending a child to camp for a week or providing a family with essential supplies. Major Migdalia Lavenbein and Taylor Pratt discussed the Salvation Army's emergency disaster services and the Right Place early learning center, which serves pre-K children in Hartford. The event also featured updates on local sports, including the Lions' thrilling win over the Packers and the Knicks' four-game winning streak. Brian Shactman and his team discussed the kickoff of the Salvation Army's holiday store at Homewood Suites, aiming to raise $100,000. Eric Person from HBRA highlighted their 400 members, including 200 builders and remodelers. They emphasized the importance of community support and the challenges of affordable housing. Nick Paindiris from Brown, Paindiris, and Scott donated $1,000, and other generous contributions were mentioned. The conversation also covered local news, including a shooting investigation and Anthem Healthcare's reversed anesthesia limits. Upcoming events and sponsorships were also discussed, encouraging community participation and support. Brian Shactman and David Lightman from McClatchy DC discussed various political and economic topics. They highlighted the uncertainty surrounding the confirmation of a nominee, with key senators like Lindsey Graham and Joni Ernst expressing concerns. They also discussed the thin margin in the House, with Republicans needing to maintain 217 seats. The jobs report showed stronger-than-expected growth with 227,000 new jobs, potentially impacting the Federal Reserve's interest rate decisions.

David Lightman breaks down the last couple week heading into the Presidential Election.

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We had a debate this week and a lot of other news out of the Nations Capitol. David Lightman from McClatchy News fills us in. 

David Lightman from McClatchy DC talks the latest of the Presidential Race.

David Lightman from McClatchy DC checks in to discuss the latest in DC

David Lightman has the latest from DC

The podcast takes a leap back in time to the golden age of computer hacking to talk about the cult classic WarGames! Join us as we discuss...Just how David Lightman afforded all that cherry gear in the first place?The realism of a kid just wanting those Protovision games!Another great pairing between a teenage boy and a weird, old loner!The Chad  Alert!The X-Men TAS Podcast just opened a SECRET reddit group, join by clicking here! We are also on Twitch sometimes… click here to go to our page and follow and subscribe so you can join in on all the mysterious fun to be had! Also, make sure to subscribe to our podcast via Buzzsprout or iTunes and tell all your friends about it! Last but not least, follow Willie Simpson on Twitter and Threads and please join our Facebook Group!