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
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Typemock
Website: https://www.typemock.com
LinkedIn: / typemock
X (Twitter): https://x.com/typemock
Website
https://www.aicracy.ai
Breaking Free from Narcissistic Abuse Kimber Fosters Journey to Healing
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Breaking Free from Narcissistic Abuse Kimber Fosters Journey to Healing
In this compelling episode of the Dead America Podcast, host Ed Watters sits down with Kimber Foster, author of Year of Thorns and The Divorce Checklist, to explore the realities of surviving and thriving after narcissistic abuse. Kimber opens up about her harrowing 30-year journey within a toxic relationship and the transformational process of breaking free from emotional manipulation and psychological control.
Listeners will gain powerful insights into how narcissistic behavior affects mental well-being and how subtle tactics—like gaslighting, guilt-tripping, and invalidation—keep victims trapped. Kimber offers practical steps for reclaiming personal power, including building self-belief, facing emotional challenges head-on, and rewriting the story of suffering into one of strength.
She also introduces her free guide designed to support individuals navigating the complex process of divorcing a narcissist, highlighting key checkpoints for legal, emotional, and spiritual preparedness. Kimber’s mission is to empower survivors to rise above pain and move toward healing with confidence and clarity.
Whether you're in recovery, supporting a loved one, or seeking deeper understanding of emotional abuse, this episode is both educational and deeply affirming.
00:00 Cutting the Chains of Control
00:54 Meet Kimber Foster: Author and Survivor
02:11 Recognizing Narcissistic Behavior
05:24 The Journey of Self-Discovery
10:58 Breaking Free and Finding Support
20:37 Practical Advice for Divorce
27:15 Final Thoughts and Resources
https://thehub.mastermind.com/v2/prev...
Divorce Checklist "The Ultimate Survival Kit to Freedom from a Narcissist" Free Copy for listeners
https://a.co/d/dzBrda9
Year ofThorns, What to Expect When Divorcing a Narcissist Amazon Link
https://a.co/d/fsYI5yy
Divorce Checklist "The Ultimate Survival Kit to Freedom from a Narcissist" Amazon Link
@yearofthorns Instagram
/ yearofthorns
Dead America
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
