The John Johnston Lounge

John Johnston

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. 2h ago

    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.

  2. 1d ago

    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.

  3. 4d ago

    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.

  4. 5d ago

    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

  5. 6d ago

    MUSK Doc Director Reveals How Bad Media Censorship Really Is

    John Johnston (JJ) reacts to some of the MUSK documentary maker Alex Gibney’s comments on the current media environment, and how he’s been attempting to navigate it with the release and distribution of his MUSK movie, given Elon would like it not to be seen.  Send Episode Feedback: thejjlchat@proton.me If you value your digital privacy like I do, consider Proton Mail:  https://go.getproton.me/SH32U (It’s free, but signing up to premium supports the channel through a small affiliate commission). Related episode: They Tried To BAN This MUSK Documentary Trailer https://youtu.be/TwxiD3gmmqs Referenced videos: The Elon Musk Film You Need To See Before The Midterms https://youtu.be/gYWrIcQNFLQ Alex Gibney On His Elon Musk Doc & Why Hollywood Is More Scared Than Ever Before | Mixed Signals | Semafor https://youtu.be/OESKEnx3BcI Elon Musk, Alex Gibney, Musk documentary, media censorship, Musk movie, Alex Gibney interview, John Johnston, JJ reacts, free speech, tech censorship, Elon Musk documentary, film distribution, Twitter X, documentary review, mainstream media

  6. Oct 13

    Can Elon Musk Really Buy the Midterms for $276M?

    John Johnston (JJ) breaks down the news that Elon Musk has now become by the largest U.S. midterm election donor, to try and save Republican’s Senate majority with some of the biggest political donations in history.  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: Dirty Work: How Billionaires Are Buying Elections https://youtu.be/W6KGpEtAGgk Elon Musk, Midterms, US Politics, Senate Race, Campaign Finance, Political Donations, Republicans, GOP, Election News, US Senate, Politics Today, Midterm Elections, John Johnston, Senate Majority, Super PAC, Political Spending

  7. Oct 12

    Elon MUSK: “The Man Who Bulls**!s Us With Great Confidence"

    John Johnston (JJ) breaks down part of an interview with MUSK documentary maker Alex Gibney, by Mehdi Hasan. Gibney describes how he thinks that Elon Musk is in part a classic trickster or “confidence man”, rather than some genius inventor or engineer; he’s an expert at selling people dreams.  Send Episode Feedback: thejjlchat@proton.me If you value your digital privacy like I do, consider Proton Mail yourself:  https://go.getproton.me/SH32U (and signing up supports the pod through a small affiliate commission at no extra cost to you). Related episodes: Elon Musk & Shivon Zilis: Real Breakup or PR Move? https://youtu.be/wjxwZdl3w_o MUSK Documentary Maker: Elon’s "Psychologically Unhinged" https://youtu.be/PDVlAZNX6AM MUSK Documentary Maker Has A Brutal Elon Diagnosis https://youtu.be/Wv6Kp7tgBgs Referenced video: This Filmmaker Exposed Benjamin Netanyahu. Now, He’s Taking On Elon Musk | Zeteo https://youtu.be/KSrwoU9wG-8

  8. Oct 9

    MUSK Director: Why Elon Bad Now OUTWEIGHS Elon Good

    John Johnston (JJ) breaks down a brief part of an extensive interview with MUSK director Alex Gibney, and ex-wife Justine Musk, from On With Kara Swisher, about the new MUSK documentary and Elon Musk the flawed person. JJ also discusses the new David Byrne song “Let Me Sell You A Dream”, which is part of the documentary soundtrack. The question is asked: do the bad things Elon has done now outweigh the good?  If you value your digital privacy like I do, consider Proton Mail: https://go.getproton.me/SH32U  (signing up also supports the pod through a small affiliate commission at no extra cost to you). Send Episode Feedback: thejjlchat@proton.me Related Episode: MUSK Documentary Maker Has A Brutal Elon Diagnosis https://youtu.be/Wv6Kp7tgBgs Referenced videos: Elon’s Biggest Lies with Justine Musk & “Musk” Director Alex Gibney | On With Kara Swisher https://youtu.be/LUjirxMzFqQf Musk | "Let Me Sell You a Dream" Music Video | Bleecker Street https://youtu.be/BzZfEbA1_Po David Byrne Reveals How He Got into Elon Musk's Head to Write His Song for the Documentary Musk | Late Night with Seth Myers https://youtu.be/UDRvESBHxZc Elon Musk, Alex Gibney, Musk documentary, Justine Musk, Kara Swisher, On With Kara Swisher, David Byrne, Let Me Sell You A Dream, Elon Musk documentary, Tesla, SpaceX, Elon Musk interview, John Johnston, The John Johnston Lounge, tech news

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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
    892
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © John Johnston
  • Show Website
    The John Johnston Lounge

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