The John Johnston Lounge

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Welcome to The John Johnston Lounge, where tech, business, politics, and culture collide. Join host John Johnston (JJ) for a daily breakdown of some of the most powerful tech companies and people. JJ goes beyond the headlines to critique the unusual psychology, strategies, and politics of tech billionaires Elon Musk (Tesla and SpaceX), Sam Altman (OpenAI), Peter Thiel (Palantir), Mark Zuckerberg (Meta), and others. Whether it's an inflating AI bubble, a Silicon Valley coup, or the politics of the "Rogansphere," we cover it with critical depth, zero sycophancy, and a healthy dose of humor!

  1. 1h ago

    MUSK Documentary Maker: ‘I Don’t Care What Elon Thinks’

    John Johnston (JJ) breaks down how the ‘Musk’ documentary filmmaker Alex Gibney says he doesn't 'really care' what Elon Musk thinks of his documentary. Elon has been lashing out at Gibney on his social media platform X. Elon’s legal team, including high profile lawyer Alex Spiro, is also threatening to take legal action over aspects of the documentary. The film has just premiered at the Venice Film Festival to a standing ovation and rave reviews. Related Episodes: Damning MUSK Documentary: Elon Melts Down, Threatens to Sue https://youtu.be/yuv0Tz7fLDY The Elon Musk Documentary Just Premiered. It’s Brutal. https://youtu.be/uF0DwtunggA The New Documentary Elon Musk Doesn't Want You To See https://youtu.be/89-r1CEMWBw Elon Musk Just Helped Germany's Far-Right AfD Win https://youtu.be/-1lvjLkFN9o Elon Musk, Alex Gibney, Musk Documentary, Alex Spiro, Venice Film Festival, Elon Musk News, Musk Documentary 2026, Alex Gibney Elon Musk, Elon Musk Lawsuit, Elon Musk Legal Action, Alex Spiro Lawsuit, Jigsaw Productions, Elon Musk Twitter, Elon Musk X, Documentary Film, Entertainment News, Tech News, John Johnston, The John Johnston Lounge, The Johnston Lounge, JJ Lounge —— 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.

  2. 1d ago

    Damning MUSK Documentary: Elon Melts Down, Threatens to Sue

    John Johnston (JJ) breaks down how Elon Musk is clearly triggered by the new ‘Musk’ documentary by Oscar award-winner filmmaker Alex Gibney, which has just premiered at the Venice Film Festival to a standing ovation and rave reviews. Through his high profile lawyer, Elon is threatening legal action. Elon Musk, Alex Gibney, Musk documentary, Elon Musk documentary, Alex Gibney Elon Musk, Venice Film Festival, Elon Musk lawsuit, Elon Musk legal action, Elon Musk breakdown, Elon Musk meltdown, tech news, business news, documentary review, The John Johnston Lounge, John Johnston

  3. 2d ago

    The Elon Musk Documentary Just Premiered. It’s Brutal.

    John Johnston (JJ) breaks down how “Musk,” a no holds barred documentary probing Elon Musk’s life and career, has just premiered at the Venice Film Festival, and received a long standing ovation and rave reviews. The new Musk documentary promises to have quite the impact when it’s released publicly.  Referenced videos: Alex Gibney speaks on Elon Musk documentary https://www.youtube.com/live/jMPNCQx8y8s Musk - Official Teaser Trailer (2026)  https://youtu.be/-52sVAzXwLM Elon Musk, Musk, Musk Documentary, Alex Gibney, Venice Film Festival, Documentary, Tesla, SpaceX, Film Review, The John Johnston Lounge, Elon Musk Documentary, Movie Review, Entertainment News, Tech News, John Johnston —— 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.

  4. 3d ago

    Elon Musk Just Helped Germany's Far-Right AfD Win

    John Johnston (JJ) breaks down how Elon Musk’s vocal defense of the Alternative for Germany (AfD) on X, intersected with their historic state election victory. JJ explores how global tech platforms such as X and TikTok are influencing European politics, the fracturing of Germany’s post-war democratic consensus, and the sobering historical parallels of rising nationalism. Elon Musk, AfD, Alternative for Germany, Germany election, German politics, Saxony-Anhalt election, Ulrich Siegmund, Alice Weidel, Elon Musk X, tech and politics, social media algorithms, European politics, German far-right, geopolitical analysis, John Johnston

  5. 4d ago

    Tesla Cybercab Launch Flop: Elon Didn’t Even Show Up!

    John Johnston (JJ) breaks down how Tesla has just had its official launch of the Cybercab, and it turned out to be a bit of a nothing-burger, with Elon Musk not showing up, and a couple of million people waiting for a livestream that didn’t happen. Telsa influencers have still been raving about it though, of course.  Referenced videos: Tesla's Cybercab launch did not live up to the hype, says WSJ's Tim Higgins | CNBC https://youtu.be/usSv3KD3fTo I Rode in Tesla’s Cybercab… It Changed My Mind | Everyday Chris https://youtu.be/O96n16um3lA I Made a Bet with Tesla | Marques Brownlee https://youtu.be/fo-uubnajWM Tesla, Cybercab, Elon Musk, Tesla Cybercab, Robotaxi, Tesla Robotaxi, Tesla launch, Cybercab launch, Tesla flop, Elon Musk no show, TSLA, Tesla stock, Tesla news, EV news, autonomous vehicles, self driving cars, Full Self Driving, FSD, Tesla livestream, tech commentary —— 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. Sep 3

    The New Documentary Elon Musk Doesn't Want You To See

    John Johnston (JJ) breaks down “Musk”, an explosive new film about Elon Musk, from Oscar-winning documentary director Alex Gibney, which suggests that Elon, the richest person on earth, may also be the most dangerous. Elon Musk, Alex Gibney, Musk documentary, Musk film, Alex Gibney Elon Musk, Elon Musk documentary, documentary breakdown, documentary review, Elon Musk exposed, richest man in the world, Tesla, SpaceX, John Johnston, JJ, The Johnston Lounge

  7. Sep 2

    Broligarch Escape Plan: The Rise of Luxury Bunkers in New Zealand

    John Johnston (JJ) breaks down the escalating phenomenon of the world’s ultra-wealthy buying ‘golden visas” for New Zealand, as part of a “safe haven” or back-up plan, in case they need to escape from undesirable living and political situations where they primarily reside. Famously, Peter Thiel was able to easily buy New Zealand citizenship and land. Referenced video: Why New Zealand Is the Only Safe Haven Left | Economics Explained https://youtu.be/4kSd7zyXGo0 Argentines march on Peter Thiel's mansion | FRANCE 24 English https://youtu.be/pjnEoeGIGms New Zealand, Peter Thiel, Doomsday Bunkers, Golden Visa, Billionaires, Geopolitics, Luxury Real Estate, Wealth Migration, Escape Plan, Prepping, John Johnston, The John Johnston Lounge, New Zealand Citizenship, Luxury Bunkers, Ultra Wealthy —— 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. Sep 1

    AI Broligarchs Panic After Miscalculating Public Backlash

    John Johnston (JJ) breaks down how AI tech CEOs and executives are panicking about the increasingly negative public image of their AI tech. They are now cynically trying to pivot their public messaging about unpopular AI data centers. AI broligarchs, AI public backlash, AI tech CEOs, big tech panic, AI data centers, data center backlash, tech news, artificial intelligence critique, tech commentary, AI industry analysis, big tech PR, tech oligarchs, John Johnston, JJ, The John Johnston Lounge, tech bubble, AI energy consumption, tech politics

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Welcome to The John Johnston Lounge, where tech, business, politics, and culture collide. Join host John Johnston (JJ) for a daily breakdown of some of the most powerful tech companies and people. JJ goes beyond the headlines to critique the unusual psychology, strategies, and politics of tech billionaires Elon Musk (Tesla and SpaceX), Sam Altman (OpenAI), Peter Thiel (Palantir), Mark Zuckerberg (Meta), and others. Whether it's an inflating AI bubble, a Silicon Valley coup, or the politics of the "Rogansphere," we cover it with critical depth, zero sycophancy, and a healthy dose of humor!

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  • Creator
    John Johnston
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    871
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © John Johnston
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