Hang-outs and Headlines

In this episode, Richard Hoeg explores the challenges of headline analysis and media reporting, examining how media influences public perception and trust. He delves into the dynamics of podcast interviews, credible journalism, and social media trust. The episode also touches on media bias, endorsements, and the balance between entertainment and education in media. LINKS THE HEADLINES https://newrepublic.com/post/187659/joe-rogan-pitiful-defense-kamala-harris-donald-trump [https://newrepublic.com/post/187659/joe-rogan-pitiful-defense-kamala-harris-donald-trump] https://www.politico.com/live-updates/2024/10/29/2024-elections-live-coverage-updates-analysis/joe-rogan-kamala-harris-interview-conditions-00186008 [https://www.politico.com/live-updates/2024/10/29/2024-elections-live-coverage-updates-analysis/joe-rogan-kamala-harris-interview-conditions-00186008] https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2024/10/28/jeff-bezos-washington-post-trust/ [https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2024/10/28/jeff-bezos-washington-post-trust/] TWEETS https://x.com/joerogan/status/1851118464447971595 [https://x.com/joerogan/status/1851118464447971595] https://x.com/Heminator/status/1851263820343230965 [https://x.com/Heminator/status/1851263820343230965] THE BACKGROUND https://www.britannica.com/topic/The-New-Republic [https://www.britannica.com/topic/The-New-Republic] (0:00) Introduction and Week's Reflection (1:45) Media's Role in Politics and Encouraging Respectful Discussion (4:16) Show Announcements and Listener Engagement (7:47) Importance of Voting and Political Representation (9:05) Joe Rogan's Podcast Style and Popularity Discussion (18:28) Personal Therapy and the Benefits of Multiple Perspectives (23:42) Analyzing Joe Rogan's Interviews and Media Bias (31:06) Headline Analysis and Media Reporting Challenges (38:10) Perspectives on Power Dynamics in Podcast Interviews (46:26) Media's Influence on Public Perception and Trust (53:52) Credible Journalism and Social Media Trust (1:00:12) Interview Formats and Endorsements in Media (1:09:53) Media Bias, Endorsements, and Controlled Interview Settings (1:16:09) Sponsor: Emily d Baker and Sandy (1:17:50) Final Thoughts and Viewer Engagement (1:19:46) Balancing Entertainment with Education in Media

In this episode, Richard Hoeg discusses the complex world of AI chatbots, focusing on their regulation, mental health implications, and legal challenges. He examines YouTube's guidelines and discusses the controversial case of Sewell Setzer, exploring AI's role in crisis situations. The conversation extends to legal liabilities, technology's impact, and ethical concerns surrounding AI companionship apps, addressing copyright issues and user addiction. He analyzes Section 230, platform responsibilities, and product liability, offering insights into AI accountability. The episode concludes with viewer questions and a discussion on chatbot regulation. LINKS THE HEADLINES https://www.nytimes.com/2024/10/23/technology/characterai-lawsuit-teen-suicide.html [https://www.nytimes.com/2024/10/23/technology/characterai-lawsuit-teen-suicide.html] CHARACTER.AI https://character.ai/ [https://character.ai/] https://x.com/character_ai/status/1849055407492497564 [https://x.com/character_ai/status/1849055407492497564] https://blog.character.ai/community-safety-updates/ [https://blog.character.ai/community-safety-updates/] THE LAW https://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/text/47/230 [https://www.law.cornell.edu/uscode/text/47/230] https://www.law.cornell.edu/wex/Products_liability [https://www.law.cornell.edu/wex/Products_liability] https://www.law.cornell.edu/wex/proximate_cause [https://www.law.cornell.edu/wex/proximate_cause] https://www.findlaw.com/legalblogs/law-and-life/the-eggshell-plaintiff-rule/ [https://www.findlaw.com/legalblogs/law-and-life/the-eggshell-plaintiff-rule/] https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hard_cases_make_bad_law [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hard_cases_make_bad_law] THE LAW FIRM https://socialmediavictims.org/ [https://socialmediavictims.org/] (0:00) Introduction and YouTube issues (1:32) Addressing comments and community guidelines (6:00) Discussion on AI chatbots, regulation, and mental health (23:07) YouTube's guidelines and Killer AI or blame game? (26:50) The story of Suel Setser, warning signs, and AI's role in crisis (35:29) Legal liability, technology's impact, and AI companionship apps (42:08) AI companions capabilities and legal concerns (47:46) Character AI lawsuit and copyright issues (55:10) User addiction and ethical concerns in major AI companies (1:00:01) Section 230, parental controls, and platform responsibilities (1:07:26) Product liability, legal standards, and AI accountability (1:14:18) The eggshell plaintiff rule and case perspectives (1:21:09) Super chats, viewer questions, and chatbot regulation discussion (1:32:08) Summary and closing remarks

In this episode, Richard Hoeg explores the topic of Ubisoft. He discusses the current state of Ubisoft games and discusses the potential for a Ubisoft buyout, examining the implications for the gaming industry. The episode concludes with Richard addressing audience comments and questions, providing a comprehensive overview of the topics discussed. DISCUSSED IN THIS EPISODE (LINKS) THE HEADLINES https://www.fastcompany.com/91208650/ubisoft-tencent-buyout-explained [https://www.fastcompany.com/91208650/ubisoft-tencent-buyout-explained] https://www.reuters.com/technology/ubisoft-activist-investor-says-it-has-support-10-shareholders-management-tussle-2024-09-26/ [https://www.reuters.com/technology/ubisoft-activist-investor-says-it-has-support-10-shareholders-management-tussle-2024-09-26/] https://www.ign.com/videos/ubisofts-founders-reportedly-considering-buyout-after-lagging-game-sales-ign-daily-fix [https://www.ign.com/videos/ubisofts-founders-reportedly-considering-buyout-after-lagging-game-sales-ign-daily-fix] https://www.theverge.com/2023/10/13/23915780/ubisoft-activision-blizzard-microsoft-cloud-gaming-rights-deal-explained [https://www.theverge.com/2023/10/13/23915780/ubisoft-activision-blizzard-microsoft-cloud-gaming-rights-deal-explained] THE LAW https://www.skadden.com/-/media/Files/Publications/2012/02/Publications2679_0.pdf?sc_lang=en [https://www.skadden.com/-/media/Files/Publications/2012/02/Publications2679_0.pdf?sc_lang=en] LAST STAND MEDIA https://www.patreon.com/LastStandMedia [https://www.patreon.com/LastStandMedia] (0:38) Introduction and episode overview (2:05) Hang-Outs: welcome and greetings (7:07) Hang-Outs: Ubisoft Games? (30:00) Headlines: Ubisoft Buyout? (1:10:57) Hang-Outs: Conclusion, Comments, and Questions

In this episode, Richard Hoeg dives into Disney's management of the Star Wars franchise, exploring the impact of The Mandalorian and the development of Disney's Star Wars movies. He provides insights into behind-the-scenes aspects of Rogue One and Solo, reviews Disney+ series, and discusses fan reception and criticism. Richard also examines broader topics including Disney's financials, the culture wars, branding challenges, and political narratives within the Star Wars strategy. The episode addresses toxic fandoms, social media influence, and racial harassment, offering a nuanced discussion on balancing criticism in the Star Wars community. Discussed in this Episode (LINKS) HEADLINES https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/star-wars-disney-analysis-ratings-box-office-1236011620/ [https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/star-wars-disney-analysis-ratings-box-office-1236011620/] https://www.gamesindustry.biz/is-the-star-wars-franchise-in-crisis-opinion [https://www.gamesindustry.biz/is-the-star-wars-franchise-in-crisis-opinion] https://variety.com/2024/tv/news/star-wars-lord-of-the-rings-bridgerton-toxic-fans-hollywood-response-1236166736/ [https://variety.com/2024/tv/news/star-wars-lord-of-the-rings-bridgerton-toxic-fans-hollywood-response-1236166736/] ADDITIONAL CONTEXT https://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/2022/05/star-wars-cover-the-rebellion-will-be-televised [https://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/2022/05/star-wars-cover-the-rebellion-will-be-televised] https://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/2022/05/star-wars-kathleen-kennedy [https://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/2022/05/star-wars-kathleen-kennedy] https://x.com/HoegLaw/status/1815458024066351325 [https://x.com/HoegLaw/status/1815458024066351325] https://www.gq-magazine.co.uk/culture/article/john-boyega-interview-2020 [https://www.gq-magazine.co.uk/culture/article/john-boyega-interview-2020] https://www.glamourmagazine.co.uk/article/jodie-turner-smith-interview-2024-glamour-women-of-the-year-awards [https://www.glamourmagazine.co.uk/article/jodie-turner-smith-interview-2024-glamour-women-of-the-year-awards] https://hoeglaw.wordpress.com/2017/12/20/the-last-jedi-luke-skywalker-and-heroism-in-the-age-of-trump/ [https://hoeglaw.wordpress.com/2017/12/20/the-last-jedi-luke-skywalker-and-heroism-in-the-age-of-trump/] POLITICS VS POLITICS https://x.com/HoegLaw/status/1843341290035159462 [https://x.com/HoegLaw/status/1843341290035159462] (0:00) Introduction, show format, and audience interaction (5:04) Richard's personal reflections and adulthood thoughts (10:44) Technical setup and Star Wars media discussion (26:17) Sci-fi and fantasy favorites and audience recommendations (37:10) Deep dive into Disney's handling of Star Wars (55:12) Behind-the-scenes of Rogue One and Solo (58:33) The Mandalorian's impact and Disney's movie development (1:02:00) Disney+ Star Wars series reviews and reception (1:07:19) Early reviews, aggregated scores, and fan criticism (1:12:05) Recent Star Wars live-action shows and future content (1:14:41) Disney's financials and Galactic Star Cruiser (1:19:14) Video games crisis and Hollywood Reporter’s perspective (1:24:17) Culture wars and branding challenges in Star Wars (1:27:11) Disney+ content overload and scarcity's role (1:30:20) Political narratives in Disney’s Star Wars strategy (1:35:44) Addressing toxic fandoms and social media influence (1:50:10) Racial harassment and balancing criticism (1:59:32) Defining toxicity and closing discussion (2:03:14) Wrap-up and closing remarks

In this episode, Richard Hoeg discusses the legal intricacies of Disney's attempts to use a Disney+ arbitration clause against a wrongful death complaint on Disney property. Hang-out topics include Disney+ subscribers and duck characters. THE HEADLINES https://nypost.com/2024/02/26/media/nyu-doctor-dies-after-eating-dinner-at-disney-restaurant-lawsuit/ [https://nypost.com/2024/02/26/media/nyu-doctor-dies-after-eating-dinner-at-disney-restaurant-lawsuit/] https://nypost.com/2024/08/13/us-news/disney-wants-allergy-death-suit-tossed-because-of-disney-subscription/ [https://nypost.com/2024/08/13/us-news/disney-wants-allergy-death-suit-tossed-because-of-disney-subscription/] HEADLINES (WITH COURT DOCUMENTS) https://longisland.news12.com/disney-asks-court-to-dismiss-wrongful-death-lawsuit-of-long-island-doctor [https://longisland.news12.com/disney-asks-court-to-dismiss-wrongful-death-lawsuit-of-long-island-doctor] ANALYSIS https://www.law.uh.edu/faculty/adjunct/dstevenson/2018Spring/CANONS%20OF%20CONSTRUCTION.pdf [https://www.law.uh.edu/faculty/adjunct/dstevenson/2018Spring/CANONS%20OF%20CONSTRUCTION.pdf] https://www.amazon.com/Scalia-Garners-Reading-Law-Interpretation-ebook/dp/B008MFO6YG [https://www.amazon.com/Scalia-Garners-Reading-Law-Interpretation-ebook/dp/B008MFO6YG] https://www.disneyplus.com/legal/subscriber-agreement [https://www.disneyplus.com/legal/subscriber-agreement] (0:00) Countdown and Intro (0:35) Overview (1:34) Hang-Outs| Catching up (12:45) Hang-Outs| Duck Characters (23:05) Hang-Outs| Disney + (30:35) Headlines| Wonderful World of Disney Lawyering (1:16:30) Hang-Outs| Community Questions & Comments (1:28:25) Wrap-up and Outro