The John Johnston Lounge

John Johnston

Welcome to The John Johnston Lounge, your daily reality check on tech oligarchs, corporate overreach, and the true state of the market. Host John Johnston (JJ) delivers sharp analysis exposing the friction behind the headlines: billionaire legal threats, Silicon Valley power grabs, AI bubble economics, and corporate stunts. Cutting through PR spin, JJ holds Big Tech accountable, focusing on figures like Elon Musk, Sam Altman, Peter Thiel, Mark Zuckerberg, and Jeff Bezos. Zero sycophancy. Just grounded reality checks, sharp breakdowns, and a healthy dose of humor.

  1. 1 day ago

    Elon Musk’s $180M Attack on Talarico BACKFIRES Instantly

    John Johnston (JJ) breaks down how Elon Musk is spending a massive amount of money on an Midterm election campaign in Texas, against Democrat James Talarico, and he’s also attacking Talarico on Elon’s own social media platform, X. We hear from various commentators on the issue, including writer Stephen King, Alex Gibney, Dave Neal, Emma Vigeland, Crystal Ball, Elon “influencer” Steven Mark Ryan, and of course Elon Musk and Talarico themselves. Send Episode Feedback: thejjlchat@proton.me If you value your digital privacy like I do, consider Proton Mail:  https://go.getproton.me/SH32U (There’s a Proton Free version, and signing up for a Mail Plus plan using this link supports the pod through a small affiliate commission at no extra cost to you). Related videos:  Elon Musk Threatens Kara Swisher Over Prison Warning https://youtu.be/fBFgiSDWYGA Elon Musk Threatens To Sue Jennifer Welch After BRUTAL Takedown https://youtu.be/TzyNoLF2mNo Referenced videos: ‘They’re Trying to Buy This Election!’ Talarico Calls Out Musk and Paxton  https://youtu.be/qCNxFoCxwMs Talarico Ad Hits Elon Musk Where It Hurts | The Majority Report  https://youtu.be/e4iisRX3V18 Elon Musk Attempting To Buy Texas Senator BACKFIRES As James Talarico SURGES! Midterm UPDATES | Dave Neal  https://youtu.be/G24aM6OfwMk They're Trying To Destroy Elon Musk | Solving The Money Problem (Steven Mark Ryan)  https://youtu.be/QluVMuDUSY0 Elon Musk, James Talarico, Texas Politics, Midterm Elections, Texas Senate Race, Ken Paxton, Elon Musk Attack, Texas Senate, US Politics, Political News, Breaking News, John Johnston, Stephen King, Alex Gibney, Emma Vigeland, Krystal Ball, Dave Neal, Steven Mark Ryan, Campaign Finance, Mega Donors

  2. 2 days ago

    “Die By The Sword”: Elon Musk THREATENS The Bulwark

    John Johnston (JJ) breaks down how Elon Musk is continuing to threaten people online, who are calling for some serious accountability for him. Elon has threatened The Bulwark Podcast, and Tim Miller has responded to what Elon said. Elon also threatened Robert Reich with prison, after Reich called for “defunding Elon Musk” from government money, particularly for SpaceX.  Send Episode Feedback: thejjlchat@proton.me If you value your digital privacy like I do, consider Proton Mail:  https://go.getproton.me/SH32U (There’s a Proton Free version, and signing up for a Mail Plus plan using this link supports the pod through a small affiliate commission at no extra cost to you). Related episodes: Elon Musk Threatens To Sue Jennifer Welch After BRUTAL Takedown https://youtu.be/TzyNoLF2mNo Elon Musk Threatens Kara Swisher Over Prison Warning https://youtu.be/fBFgiSDWYGA Referenced video: We Seem to Have Upset Elon Musk | The Bulwark  https://youtu.be/m3fI1ztkbIk Elon Musk, The Bulwark, Tim Miller, Robert Reich, SpaceX, Free Speech, Elon Musk News, Political Commentary, The John Johnston Lounge, Breaking News

  3. 5 days ago

    Elon Threatens To Sue Jennifer Welch After BRUTAL Takedown

    John Johnston (JJ) breaks down why Elon Musk is threatening to sue popular ‘I’ve Had It’ podcaster Jennifer Welch over her harsh criticism of him. This comes a day after Elon threatened another prominent podcaster, Kara Swisher, over what she said about him. JJ looks behind Elon’s social media meltdowns over speech critical of him, to find out the real reason he might be worried about what these podcasters and others, including Kyle Kulinski and The Damage Report, are saying. Send Episode Feedback: thejjlchat@proton.me If you value your digital privacy like I do, consider Proton Mail:  https://go.getproton.me/SH32U (There’s a Proton Free version, and signing up for a Mail Plus plan using this link supports the pod through a small affiliate commission at no extra cost to you). Related espisode: Elon Musk Threatens Kara Swisher Over Prison Warning https://youtu.be/fBFgiSDWYGA MUSK Doc Director Reveals How Bad Media Censorship Really Is https://youtu.be/IRajo8QPPts Referenced videos:  UH OH, Donald... DISASTER STRIKES After Elon DOES THIS!! | I’ve Had It https://youtu.be/GIIAI2ozlQM Elon PANICS & Realizes He’s Going To Prison | The Kyle Kulinski Show https://youtu.be/Etvx26iU83A Elon Musk CORNERED As Senators Demand Major Starlink Investigation | The Damage Report https://youtu.be/1eGy88_juP0 Elon Musk, Jennifer Welch, Ive Had It podcast, Kara Swisher, Kyle Kulinski, The Damage Report, John Johnston, JJ, Elon Musk lawsuit, Elon threatens to sue, Free Speech, Elon Musk meltdown, Starlink investigation, Tech news, Media censorship, Political commentary

  4. 6 days ago

    Elon Musk Threatens Kara Swisher Over Prison Warning

    John Johnston (JJ) breaks down how Elon Musk has been lashing out at podcaster and journalist Kara Swisher, and others, after Swisher implied that Elon knows that fate is coming for him eventually, in the form of renewed investigations into him and his company dealings. MUSK documentary maker also has some choice words about Elon. Send Episode Feedback: thejjlchat@proton.me If you value your digital privacy like I do, consider Proton Mail:  https://go.getproton.me/SH32U (There’s a Proton Free version, and signing up for a Mail Plus plan using this link supports the pod through a small affiliate commission at no extra cost to you). Related episodes: Elon Musk & Trump Are Throwing Ukraine Under The Bus https://youtu.be/0GYLtbdipU4 Referenced videos: Kara Swisher Warns Elon Musk: A Reckoning Is Coming | Receipts | The Bulwark https://youtu.be/z6wJ0ABvYfs Polls Reveal EXACTLY What People Think Of Elon Musk | The Damage Report https://youtu.be/sh36UQdxNQM Elon Musk, Kara Swisher, Elon Musk News, Tech News, The Bulwark, Political News, Tech Politics, Musk, Breaking News, Investigation, John Johnston, The Damage Report, Musk Documentary, Tech Journalism, Free Speech Debate

  5. 20 Oct

    Elon’s “Flying” Roadster Stunt: Was The Ramp Magnetized?!

    John Johnston (JJ) reacts to part of a new video that suggests the spectacular Tesla Roadster “demo” may have used a magnetized ramp, not only suction from the car’s fan system, to help it up the ramp and hold upside down at the top of the ramp, before vaulting off the end. Could this be true? Send Episode Feedback: thejjlchat@proton.me If you value your digital privacy like I do, consider Proton Mail:  https://go.getproton.me/SH32U (There’s a free version, and signing up for a premium plan supports the pod through a small affiliate commission at no extra cost to you). Previous Tesla Roaster Demo Video: Elon’s “Flying” Tesla Roadster Was Movie Stunt Marketing https://youtu.be/98s7h4VPwHY Referenced videos: Tesla Mocks Roadster Pay Pigs With Clown Car Performance | Wall Street Millenial https://youtu.be/1lOxNhRwFIA The NEW Tesla Roadster: My Honest Reaction | Marques Brownlee https://youtu.be/scwlR0QHGOk Tesla Roadster, Elon Musk, Tesla, Flying Roadster, Tesla Roadster ramp stunt, magnetized ramp, Tesla Roadster demo, Tesla suction fan, EV news, electric vehicles, Tesla reaction, Elon Musk news, John Johnston, JJ, The John Johnston Lounge, tech commentary, auto news —— Disclaimer: I am not a financial adviser and nothing in this content is financial advice. This content is for general education and entertainment purposes only. Do your own analysis and seek professional financial advice before making any investment decision.

  6. 19 Oct

    Elon’s “Flying” Tesla Roadster Was Movie Stunt Marketing

    John Johnston (JJ) breaks down the new Tesla Roadster “demo”, which was more Hollywood stunt than product demo. Except for the potentially workable “fan car” system, will much of the other tech involved ever see the light of day? Send Episode Feedback: thejjlchat@proton.me If you value your digital privacy like I do, consider a Proton Mail deal:  https://go.getproton.me/SH32U (and signing up supports the pod through a small affiliate commission at no extra cost to you). Related episodes: MUSK: “The Man Who Bulls**!s Us With Great Confidence" https://youtu.be/s41PUL5DI1o Referenced video: The NEW Tesla Roadster: My Honest Reaction https://youtu.be/scwlR0QHGOk The Kickflip | Roadster https://youtu.be/r5vsHHPVhJg The Ramp | Roadster https://youtu.be/7p5LxFdc-Qg tesla, tesla roadster, elon musk, flying tesla, flying car, fan car, tesla roadster demo, movie stunt marketing, automotive tech, electric vehicle, ev news, john johnston, the john johnston lounge, car tech breakdown —— Disclaimer: I am not a financial adviser and nothing in this content is financial advice. This content is for general education and entertainment purposes only. Do your own analysis and seek professional financial advice before making any investment decision.

  7. 16 Oct

    AI Bubble: ‘Canary in the Coal Mine’ AI Company Imploding?

    John Johnston (JJ) gives an update on how the AI bubble is currently playing out, including an AI neocloud company, Coreweave, that looks to be in trouble. Is it the “canary in the coal mine”, in terms of the ballooning AI sector? We hear the thoughts of Brad Gershner, Mark Zuckerberg, Steve Eisman, George Noble,Ed Elson and more, about the current state of AI companies, AI stocks, and AI financing. Send Episode Feedback: thejjlchat@proton.me If you value your digital privacy like I do, consider a Proton Mail deal:  https://go.getproton.me/SH32U (and signing up supports the pod through a small affiliate commission at no extra cost to you). Related videos: The AI Bubble Is Cracking (Starting With Data Centers) https://youtu.be/yvoUM5kuJO8 Ed Zitron’s AI Bubble Warning Goes Mainstream (Tech Bros Panic) https://youtu.be/3AhIcqDOOOI Referenced videos: The AI trade in focus: Altimeter's Brad Gerstner joins 'Halftime Report' live in San Francisco | CNBC https://youtu.be/s-h4NpYmVBU Zuckerberg Accidentally Exposes The Ai Scam's Bubble | The Majority Report https://youtu.be/ooMIF0u_ldk CoreWeave Is Imploding — And Taking AI Stocks Down With It | Prof G Markets https://youtu.be/tdXFaVaJfTo “Big Short” Investor: One Company Could Break The AI Boom https://youtu.be/PJrq_bw7bPc Ed Zitron: Microsoft Has $80 Billion Of AI Chips It Can't Plug In https://youtu.be/es4FfRU8saQ —— Disclaimer: I am not a financial adviser and nothing in this content is financial advice. This content is for general education and entertainment purposes only. Do your own analysis and seek professional financial advice before making any investment decision.

  8. 15 Oct

    Elon Musk & Trump Are Throwing Ukraine Under The Bus

    ohn Johnston (JJ) breaks down the news that Ukraine was blindsided by Elon Musk’s Starlink being cut off, severely disrupting military drone operations during a Russian attack. Elon Musk is blaming President Trump, while the White House (unofficially) is pointing back at SpaceX. JJ also reacts to part of a recent interview with President Zelensky by Piers Morgan about the current situation. Send Episode Feedback: ⁠thejjlchat@proton.me If you value your digital privacy like I do, consider a Proton Mail deal:  https://go.getproton.me/SH32U (and signing up supports the pod through a small affiliate commission at no extra cost to you). Related episode: Can Elon Musk Really Buy the Midterms for $276M? https://youtu.be/nsTQkXe4at0 Referenced video: President Zelensky 'BETRAYED' By Trump & Elon Musk | Piers Morgan Interview https://youtu.be/2KrGqdxy_Ag Elon Musk, Donald Trump, Ukraine, Ukraine War, Starlink, SpaceX, Volodymyr Zelensky, Piers Morgan, Russia Ukraine War, Starlink Ukraine, Drone Warfare, US Politics, Geopolitics, White House, Military News, News Analysis, John Johnston

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Welcome to The John Johnston Lounge, your daily reality check on tech oligarchs, corporate overreach, and the true state of the market. Host John Johnston (JJ) delivers sharp analysis exposing the friction behind the headlines: billionaire legal threats, Silicon Valley power grabs, AI bubble economics, and corporate stunts. Cutting through PR spin, JJ holds Big Tech accountable, focusing on figures like Elon Musk, Sam Altman, Peter Thiel, Mark Zuckerberg, and Jeff Bezos. Zero sycophancy. Just grounded reality checks, sharp breakdowns, and a healthy dose of humor.

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  • Creator
    John Johnston
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    896
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © John Johnston
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    The John Johnston Lounge

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