In this thought-provoking episode of the Dead America Podcast, host Ed Watters sits down with Eli Lopian—author of AICracy: Beyond Democracy—to explore the evolving relationship between artificial intelligence and governance. With a background in tech and AI innovation, Eli Lopianshares his optimistic vision for how AI can enhance societal well-being, improve policy-making, and reshape democratic systems.
The conversation begins with Eli’s personal journey into AI and expands into a deep dive on the limitations of current technologies, the risks of bias and misuse, and the urgent need for human oversight in an increasingly automated world. Eli Lopian introduces the concept of AICracy, a governance model that leverages AI to support legislative processes, jurisdictional fairness, and transparent decision-making.
Listeners will gain insight into:
The flaws in modern democracy and how AI could address them
The role of open-source vs. proprietary systems in shaping AI ethics
The concept of Rank Math Voting and its potential to revolutionize elections
How public perception and acceptance of AI will influence future governance
The importance of maintaining human responsibility in AI integration
This episode is essential for anyone curious about the intersection of technology, ethics, and political evolution. Eli’s ideas challenge conventional thinking and offer a bold framework for a future where AI supports—not replaces—human leadership.
00:00 Introduction and Initial Thoughts on AI
00:54 Guest Introduction: Eli Lopian
01:37 Ellie's Journey and Vision for AI
03:12 Challenges and Public Perception of AI
06:59 AI's Role in Governance and Society
10:50 Technological Advancements and Future Prospects
20:31 Open Source vs. Proprietary Systems
23:20 The Role of AI in Jurisdiction
24:10 Challenges and Flaws in Modern Democracy
26:10 AI's Potential in Legislative Processes
26:57 The Concept of Rank Math Voting
28:51 AI's Role in Policy Making
30:19 Public Perception and Acceptance of AI
34:20 Future Projections for AI
42:28 Human Responsibility in AI Integration
43:17 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Social media links
Personal Profiles (Elilopian)
LinkedIn: / elilopian
X (Twitter): https://x.com/elilopian
Instagram: / elilopian
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Typemock
Website: https://www.typemock.com
LinkedIn: / typemock
X (Twitter): https://x.com/typemock
Website
https://www.aicracy.ai
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In this thought-provoking episode of the Dead America Podcast, host Ed Watters sits down with Eli Lopian—author of AICracy: Beyond Democracy—to explore the evolving relationship between artificial intelligence and governance. With a background in tech and AI innovation, Eli Lopianshares his optimistic vision for how AI can enhance societal well-being, improve policy-making, and reshape democratic systems.
The conversation begins with Eli’s personal journey into AI and expands into a deep dive on the limitations of current technologies, the risks of bias and misuse, and the urgent need for human oversight in an increasingly automated world. Eli Lopian introduces the concept of AICracy, a governance model that leverages AI to support legislative processes, jurisdictional fairness, and transparent decision-making.
Listeners will gain insight into:
The flaws in modern democracy and how AI could address them
The role of open-source vs. proprietary systems in shaping AI ethics
The concept of Rank Math Voting and its potential to revolutionize elections
How public perception and acceptance of AI will influence future governance
The importance of maintaining human responsibility in AI integration
This episode is essential for anyone curious about the intersection of technology, ethics, and political evolution. Eli’s ideas challenge conventional thinking and offer a bold framework for a future where AI supports—not replaces—human leadership.
00:00 Introduction and Initial Thoughts on AI
00:54 Guest Introduction: Eli Lopian
01:37 Ellie's Journey and Vision for AI
03:12 Challenges and Public Perception of AI
06:59 AI's Role in Governance and Society
10:50 Technological Advancements and Future Prospects
20:31 Open Source vs. Proprietary Systems
23:20 The Role of AI in Jurisdiction
24:10 Challenges and Flaws in Modern Democracy
26:10 AI's Potential in Legislative Processes
26:57 The Concept of Rank Math Voting
28:51 AI's Role in Policy Making
30:19 Public Perception and Acceptance of AI
34:20 Future Projections for AI
42:28 Human Responsibility in AI Integration
43:17 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Social media links
Personal Profiles (Elilopian)
LinkedIn: / elilopian
X (Twitter): https://x.com/elilopian
Instagram: / elilopian
⸻
Typemock
Website: https://www.typemock.com
LinkedIn: / typemock
X (Twitter): https://x.com/typemock
Website
https://www.aicracy.ai
In this insightful episode of the Dead America Podcast host Ed Watters speaks with Barbara Bowman author of What Not To Do at Funerals about practical funeral etiquette and compassionate ways to support grieving families. Barbara breaks down the most common faux pas at funerals and explains how simple thoughtful actions can make a profound difference during grief. Listeners will learn concrete etiquette tips for attending memorials offering condolences and honoring the needs of those in mourning.
Barbara shares stories that illustrate why presence matters more than perfect words and why listening and small acts of service build trust with grieving families. The conversation also covers how to navigate awkward moments at viewings and services how to offer meaningful support after the funeral and when to give space versus step in. This episode is a guide for friends family caregivers and professionals who want to show up well and reduce additional emotional burden for those grieving.
Barbara previews her upcoming book on escaping narcissistic relationships and provides practical advice for regaining control preventing further emotional harm and rebuilding personal boundaries. Listeners receive guidance on spotting manipulative behavior understanding its impact on grief and taking safe steps toward recovery. This episode blends grief support funeral etiquette and relationship safety into a compassionate toolkit for anyone facing loss or supporting someone through it.
Tune in to gain actionable etiquette strategies support ideas and resources to help grieving families with dignity and care. Subscribe to Dead America Podcast for more conversations on healing grief recovery and emotional resilience.
00:00 Understanding Narcissism: An Introduction
00:54 Meet Barbara Bowman: Author of 'What Not To Do at Funerals'
01:12 Barbara's Personal Experiences with Grief
02:48 The Importance of Funeral Etiquette
03:32 Key Takeaways from 'What Not To Do at Funerals'
05:17 Navigating Grief and Offering Support
20:28 The Role of Grief Counseling and Support Groups
36:03 Barbara's Upcoming Book on Escaping Narcissism
45:26 Final Thoughts and How to Connect with Barbara
Links:
https://www.bowheart.com
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In this thought-provoking episode of the Dead America Podcast, host Ed Watters sits down with Eli Lopian—author of AICracy: Beyond Democracy—to explore the evolving relationship between artificial intelligence and governance. With a background in tech and AI innovation, Eli Lopianshares his optimistic vision for how AI can enhance societal well-being, improve policy-making, and reshape democratic systems.
The conversation begins with Eli’s personal journey into AI and expands into a deep dive on the limitations of current technologies, the risks of bias and misuse, and the urgent need for human oversight in an increasingly automated world. Eli Lopian introduces the concept of AICracy, a governance model that leverages AI to support legislative processes, jurisdictional fairness, and transparent decision-making.
Listeners will gain insight into:
The flaws in modern democracy and how AI could address them
The role of open-source vs. proprietary systems in shaping AI ethics
The concept of Rank Math Voting and its potential to revolutionize elections
How public perception and acceptance of AI will influence future governance
The importance of maintaining human responsibility in AI integration
This episode is essential for anyone curious about the intersection of technology, ethics, and political evolution. Eli’s ideas challenge conventional thinking and offer a bold framework for a future where AI supports—not replaces—human leadership.
00:00 Introduction and Initial Thoughts on AI
00:54 Guest Introduction: Eli Lopian
01:37 Ellie's Journey and Vision for AI
03:12 Challenges and Public Perception of AI
06:59 AI's Role in Governance and Society
10:50 Technological Advancements and Future Prospects
20:31 Open Source vs. Proprietary Systems
23:20 The Role of AI in Jurisdiction
24:10 Challenges and Flaws in Modern Democracy
26:10 AI's Potential in Legislative Processes
26:57 The Concept of Rank Math Voting
28:51 AI's Role in Policy Making
30:19 Public Perception and Acceptance of AI
34:20 Future Projections for AI
42:28 Human Responsibility in AI Integration
43:17 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Social media links
Personal Profiles (Elilopian)
LinkedIn: / elilopian
X (Twitter): https://x.com/elilopian
Instagram: / elilopian
⸻
Typemock
Website: https://www.typemock.com
LinkedIn: / typemock
X (Twitter): https://x.com/typemock
Website
https://www.aicracy.ai
