UPDATE: Graham Platner - The New Scandal

Is AI Moving Too Fast?

Artificial intelligence is advancing faster than almost any technology in history. Every week brings more powerful models, new breakthroughs, and bigger promises. But are we moving too fast?Holly Elmore thinks the answer is yes. As the founder and executive director of PauseAI US, Holly has become one of the country's leading advocates for slowing the development of advanced AI until stronger safety measures are in place. Her organization organizes protests, lobbies lawmakers, and argues that the race to build ever more powerful AI systems has outpaced our ability to control them.In this episode of Hit Pause, we discuss:• Why she believes AI poses an existential risk• Whether a global pause is realistic• The ethics of building increasingly powerful AI• Why she confronts the companies leading the AI race• Whether innovation and safety can coexist• What happens if we don't slow downDo we need to hit pause? Or is slowing AI impossible?Subscribe for more long-form conversations about the ideas, technologies, and cultural shifts shaping our future.And follow us on Substack at starprice.substack.com

UPDATE: Graham Platner - The New Scandal

Maine Monitor journalist Josh Keefe rejoins Hit Pause to discuss the new accusations against Graham Platner. Can he possibly survive this latest controversy? And how does his collapsing campaign change the Democratic race for Senate against Republican Susan Collins? Watch the full episode at https://www. youtube.com/@hitpausepad, and visit starprice.substack.com for all the episodes, and Star Price's Field Notes.

Why We Love True Crime: Paul Holes Breaks Down 3 Brutal Murders

In this episode of Hit Pause, legendary investigator Paul Holes joins me to explore the psychology behind our obsession with murder, serial killers, and unsolved mysteries. Paul shares what decades of studying violent crime have taught him about human nature. We also discuss: the Missy Bevers murder, the abduction of Nancy Guthrie, and the enduring mystery of Marilyn Monroe's death. If you enjoy thoughtful conversations about the issues shaping our lives, subscribe for new episodes every week. Visit HitPausePod.com for every episode, plus links to my Substack, where you'll find my Field Notes.

What Happened to Real Life?

For years, technology promised to make life easier. So why do so many of us feel more disconnected than ever? Bestselling author David Sax (The Future is Analog) joins Hit Pause to explore why people are rediscovering the value of real-world experiences. From bookstores and vinyl records to neighborhood restaurants, travel, and face-to-face conversation.We talk about why the future may actually be more analog than digital, how our relationship with technology has changed, and what anyone can do to bring more joy, meaning, and connection back into everyday life.If you've ever felt burned out by screens, social media, or constant connectivity, this conversation offers a hopeful perspective on what comes next.In this episode:• Why people are returning to analog experiences• The hidden costs of living online• How community and tactile experiences improve our lives• Can technology and real life coexist?• Practical ways to reconnect with what mattersSubscribe to Hit Pause for weekly conversations that make sense of a rapidly changing world. We're also on Substack (starprice.substack.com), Apple and Spotify. Links in bio.

The Graham Platner Phenomenon

What explains the rise of Graham Platner? He's become one of the most controversial figures in Democratic politics. Supporters see him as a bold new voice. Critics point to a series of scandals that would have sunk many campaigns. In this special episode of Hit Pause, I hear directly from the people behind the Platner phenomenon. You'll hear from five Platner supporters about why they're backing him despite controversies involving sexting allegations, a Nazi tattoo controversy, and racist online comments that have fueled intense debate throughout the campaign. You'll also hear analysis from Maine journalist Josh Keefe, who has closely covered Platner's rise and the questions surrounding his candidacy. And he went to High School with him. What emerges is a portrait of a movement — and a candidate who may say as much about the future of the Democratic Party as he does about himself. Why are voters willing to forgive behavior they once condemned in other politicians? What does Platner's popularity reveal about where Democrats are headed? And could this unusual Senate race have implications far beyond Maine?