The Mark Peterson Show

Mark A Peterson
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On "The Mark Peterson Show," I discuss business, current affairs, and # para-politics from a "blackish" point of view. If you are seeking an examination of issues that truly impact your life, The Mark Peterson Show is for you. Remember, this time, the revolution will not be televised. It will be tweeted, Instagrammed, Facebooked, and LinkedIned. #news #blackish #currentevents #blacknews #blackculture #parapolitics Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-mark-peterson-show--652501/support.

  1. JAN 28

    Episode 54 - Simulation Predicts US Civil War 2.0

    Episode 54 – Simulation Predicts US Civil War 2.0 In this episode of The Mark Peterson Show, Mark dives into Joe Wilkins’ provocative article, “Simulation Found Civil War Could Be Triggered by Exactly What ICE Is Doing Right Now,” and unpacks the unsettling scenario it describes: a government‑driven chain reaction that could fracture the nation from within. Mark explores how algorithmic decision‑making, immigration enforcement strategies, and political polarization intersect to create a volatile feedback loop—one that a recent simulation suggests could ignite a second American civil conflict. But this conversation doesn’t stand alone. Mark connects the dots to themes he’s explored across his podcast universe. From the Event Horizon episode “Elon Musk: The Winter Soldier,” he revisits the idea of powerful technologists shaping geopolitical outcomes from behind the curtain—sometimes intentionally, sometimes as unintended consequences of innovation. And from his earlier Mark Peterson Show episode, “Logan’s Run: Welcome to the Government Citizenship Database,” he draws parallels between dystopian identity‑tracking systems and the real‑world data infrastructures that could accelerate social fragmentation. Together, these threads form a larger narrative: America is entering an era where technology, governance, and social tension collide in unpredictable ways. This episode challenges listeners to consider not just whether a second civil conflict is possible, but what invisible systems might already be nudging the country toward a breaking point. Before you listen to this episode, listen to the following episodes: ·          - Elon Musk: The Winter Soldier episode of my Event Horizon podcast.  When you connect what Musk has planned to what Palantir will be capable of doing after the construction of the Citizen Database, you will be very afraid. ·         - Logan’s Run: Welcome to the Government Citizenship Database. This episode tracks the military application Palantir (a company founded by Peter Thiel, friend and PayPal cofounder with Elon Musk) is developing using data about US citizens.   Join The Community Follow us on: Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/quantumAIradio Twitter (X) at @ceyerollc Email at mpeter1896@gmail.com   Website at https://mpeter1896.wixsite.com/gururadio Subscribe To My Other Podcasts: Movie Reviews from the Edge - https://www.spreaker.com/show/movie-reviews-from-the-edge Event Horizon - https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/event-horizon--2860481     Career Coaching Xs and Os Podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/career-coaching-xs-and-os--3047801 Guerrillapreneur - The Art of Waging Small Business Warfare: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/guerrillapreneur-the-art-of-waging-small-business-podcast--2859921 Support the Show. Did you know you can support the podcast by joining the Spreaker Supporter Club? For as little as $2.00 per month, you can help me grow the show and produce more episodes.  Go to the show page on Spreaker and click on the Supporter Club!     You can also make one-time donations at my CashApp or PayPal: CashApp - $mpeter1896 PayPal – mpeter1896@gmail.com Buy Me A Coffee - buymeacoffee.com/guerrillapreneur Buy My Books!  Career Coaching Xs and Os: How To Master the Game of Career Development.  Transform your career trajectory with insider knowledge and actionable advice, all packed into one game-changing guide.     Get your copy on Amazon. Guerrillapreneur: Small Business Strategy for Davids Wanting to Defeat Goliath. If you're a fan of the Gig and Sharing Economy, you'll love how I applied this thinking to outsmart corporate giants. Get your copy on Amazon.  Get your copy on Amazon. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-mark-peterson-show--652501/support.

    36 min

  2. 06/04/2025

    Episode 53 - Logan's Run: Welcome to the Government Citizenship Database

    Episode 53 - Logan's Run: Welcome to the Government Citizenship Database Welcome to The Mark Peterson Show, where we delve into the stories that shape our society and the values they reflect.  Are you aware that the US government is building a citizenship database that includes all your personal information? Palantir, a company co-founded by PayPal CEO Peter Thiel, has a contract from the Trump Administration to build a citizenship database.  This may not be surprising to you, but Palantir also provides AI services to the Defense Department to support ground warfare strategy and mission targeting.  The first question we should all be asking is, “Why?”  Is the government preparing to establish a Social Credit infrastructure similar to the one used in China?  Before you listen to this episode, listen to the Elon Musk: The Winter Soldier episode of my Event Horizon podcast.  When you connect what Musk has planned to what Palantir will be capable of doing after the construction of the Citizen Database, you will be very afraid. Join The Community Follow us on: Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/quantumAIradio Twitter (X) at @ceyerollc Email at mpeter1896@gmail.com   Website at https://mpeter1896.wixsite.com/gururadio Subscribe To My Other Podcasts: Movie Reviews from the Edge - https://www.spreaker.com/show/movie-reviews-from-the-edge Event Horizon - https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/event-horizon--2860481     Support the Show. Did you know you can support the podcast by joining the Spreaker Supporter Club? For as little as $2.00 per month, you can help me grow the show and produce more episodes.  Go to the show page on Spreaker and click on the Supporter Club!     You can also make one-time donations at my CashApp or PayPal: CashApp - $mpeter1896 PayPal – mpeter1896@gmail.com Buy My New Book I have a new book!  It is called Career Coaching Xs and Os: How To Master the Game of Career Development.  Transform your career trajectory with insider knowledge and actionable advice, all packed into one game-changing guide.     Get your copy on Amazon at https://a.co/d/f7irTML Sources: “Trump flipped on us”, MAGA reacts to potential national citizen database, https://www.newsweek.com/donald-trump-palantir-maga-database-surveillance-2079905 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-mark-peterson-show--652501/support.

    31 min

  3. 03/25/2025

    Episode 52 - A Slice of Humanity: Mike Ilitch's Legacy vs. Starbucks Policy

    Episode 52 – A Slice of Humanity: Mike Ilitch's Legacy vs. Starbucks Policy Welcome to The Mark Peterson Show, where we explore the stories shaping our society and the values they reflect. In our last episode, we tackled Starbucks’s controversial decision to reverse its open-door policy. Now, customers must make a purchase to sit or use the facilities—a move that sparked a heated debate among listeners, with many defending the company’s position. Today, we’re shifting gears to highlight a profoundly different story. At a Little Caesars in North Dakota, a compassionate manager offered free pizza and water to a homeless man caught eating from the store’s dumpster. But was this a random act of kindness or a reflection of the company’s deeply rooted culture of care? After all, Little Caesars' late founder, Mike Ilitch, quietly paid Rosa Parks’s rent for nearly a decade—a testament to his extraordinary humanity and generosity. This episode explores the stark contrast between these two corporate narratives, asking a critical question: Can companies show compassion and still remain profitable? Somewhere along the way, it seems we’ve lost sight of this essential balance.   Stay tuned for a thought-provoking discussion that challenges how we view corporate responsibility, kindness, and profit." Listen to this episode and hear my advice to Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-mark-peterson-show--652501/support.

    23 min

  4. 01/15/2025

    Episode 51 - Fortress Starbucks

    Episode 51 – Fortress Starbucks? This episode delves into Starbucks's new policy that reverses its open-door policy to anyone and requires you to buy someone if you want to sit down or use the bathroom.   Starbucks's Chairman and CEO Brian Niccol argues that paying customers no longer feel comfortable at its stores because of the growing number of homeless people who frequent and languish at their stores.  Unfortunately, Starbucks's policy change reflects a growing sentiment in America, i.e., you are not worth anything if you don't have money.   Homelessness is a problem because we keep ignoring it and its root causes.  The Starbucks brand was synonymous with "community."  However, after January 20, 2025 (the day we celebrate Dr. King Day), Starbucks will become a fortress with a King and feudal servants.  Did Starbucks select January 20, 2025 (Dr. King Day) for a purposeful policy change?  Listen to this episode and hear my advice to Starbucks CEO Brian Niccol. Sources: Starbucks reverses open-door policy: Buy something or leave - https://www.usatoday.com/story/money/2025/01/14/starbucks-open-door-policy-changes/77689669007/ Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-mark-peterson-show--652501/support.

    34 min

  5. 10/22/2024

    Episode 50 - Are America's Black Leaders Chosen By The CIA?

    Episode 50 – Are America's Black Leaders Chosen By The CIA? This episode delves into a thought-provoking inquiry: "Could the CIA choose America's Black Leaders?" While it may initially seem far-fetched, historical precedents such as the clandestine activities of notable figures like Harry Houdini, Cary Grant, and Julia Child, who all served as spies, suggest that the idea isn't entirely without merit. This discussion aims to explore the intricate web of influence and intelligence, shedding light on a subject that, while controversial, warrants a nuanced examination. Want to know who these leaders are?  Listen to this episode. Sources: https://www.cia.gov/stories/story/josephine-baker-from-poverty-to-stardom-to-espionage/https://www.cia.gov/readingroom/document/cia-rdp90-00552r000303030022-0https://time.com/53389/al-sharpton-informant-fbi-mafia/#:~:text=Report%3A%20Al%20Sharpton%20Was%20FBI%20Informant%20on%20the%20Mob&text=According%20to%20a%20lengthy%20report,Sharpton%20has%20denied%20the%20claims.https://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2014/apr/7/rev-al-sharpton-former-paid-fbi-informant-report/https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/religion-and-american-culture/article/bureau-clergyman-how-the-fbi-colluded-with-an-african-american-televangelist-to-destroy-dr-martin-luther-king-jr/65C724E450F080287FD53EF62252D6E8 *** Buy My New Book I have a new book!  It is called Career Coaching Xs and Os: How To Master the Game of Career Development.  Transform your career trajectory with insider knowledge and actionable advice, all packed into one game-changing guide.  Support the show and buy a copy of your son, daughter, niece, nephew, etc. Get your copy on Amazon at https://a.co/d/f7irTML Follow Me On Social Media ·         X at @PetersonThe Follow My Other Podcasts ·         Event Horizon – https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/event-horizon--2860481 ·         Movie Reviews From The Edge - https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/movie-reviews-from-the-edge--2860487 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-mark-peterson-show--652501/support.

    30 min

  6. 09/18/2024

    Episode 49 - I Thought This Was America

    Episode 49 – I Thought This Was America In this episode, I discuss Elon Musk's recent "tweet" supporting a post that calls for replacing our democracy with a republic run by High-Status, High-T males.  Are you surprised?  Elon Musk is not starting a movement.  He is riding a wave that has been gaining momentum since the end of slavery.   *** Buy My New Book I have a new book!  It is called Career Coaching Xs and Os: How To Master the Game of Career Development.  Transform your career trajectory with insider knowledge and actionable advice, all packed into one game-changing guide. Get your copy on Amazon at https://a.co/d/f7irTML Follow Me On Social Media ·         X at @PetersonThe Follow My Other Podcasts ·         Event Horizon – https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/event-horizon--2860481 ·         Movie Reviews From The Edge - https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/movie-reviews-from-the-edge--2860487 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-mark-peterson-show--652501/support.

    30 min

  7. 08/14/2024

    Episode 48 - Political Mashup - Biden, Harris, Trump, and Walz

    Episode 48 – Political Mashup - Biden, Harris, Trump, and Walz I spent the last month in the United Kingdom and did not get a chance to react to all the news that was breaking stateside.  In this episode, I mash all the breaking news items into one podcast episode and talk about the key players in the race for the Presidency.  Do I ramble in this episode? Yes! Will you enjoy it?  Yes!  *** Buy My New Book I have a new book!  It is called Career Coaching Xs and Os: How To Master the Game of Career Development.  Transform your career trajectory with insider knowledge and actionable advice, all packed into one game-changing guide. Get your copy on Amazon at https://a.co/d/f7irTML Follow Me On Social Media ·         X at @PetersonThe Follow My Other Podcasts ·         Event Horizon – https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/event-horizon--2860481 ·         Movie Reviews From The Edge - https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/movie-reviews-from-the-edge--2860487 Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-mark-peterson-show--652501/support.

    46 min

  8. 05/21/2024

    Episode 47 - Forget Pinocchio - I Want to Be a Furry

    Episode 46 - Dad Puts Antifreeze in Daughter's Milk To Avoid Child Support In Episode 46, I discuss the recent reports that students who identify as “furries” at the Mt. Nebo Middle School in Payson, Utah were disrupting class by biting and licking their classmates.  According to the Merriam-Webster dictionary, “furries are people who dress up in a costume resembling an anthropomorphic animal, or animals with human-like features.” The Mt. Nebo school district denies the allegations. Still, over 2,700 signatures were captured on a Change.org petition requesting that the school district enforce its dress code, which prohibits students from wearing furry customs.  Is this just a way for students to have a little fun, or are we witnessing the disaggregation of American society? Listen and let me know your thoughts.  If you like what you hear in the podcast, please subscribe and LIKE the show.  Make sure you listen to the show on Spreaker.  We get paid when you listen on Spreaker, which helps the show.  Did you know that you can sign up to be a loyal listener by donating $2.00 per month or $24 per year?  That’s just one meal at McDonalds.  Go to my page on Spreaker and signup/ *** Buy My New Book I have a new book!  It is called Career Coaching Xs and Os: How To Master the Game of Career Development.  Transform your career trajectory with insider knowledge and actionable advice, all packed into one game-changing guide. Get your copy on Amazon at https://a.co/d/f7irTML Follow Me On Social Media ·         X at @PetersonThe Follow My Other Podcasts ·         Event Horizon – https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/event-horizon--2860481 ·         Movie Reviews From The Edge - https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/movie-reviews-from-the-edge--2860487 Sources: Limehouse, Jonathan, “Utah School District Addresses rumors of furries ‘biting,’ ‘licking,’ reports say.” www.usatoday.com, April 22, 2024. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-mark-peterson-show--652501/support.

    30 min
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On "The Mark Peterson Show," I discuss business, current affairs, and # para-politics from a "blackish" point of view. If you are seeking an examination of issues that truly impact your life, The Mark Peterson Show is for you. Remember, this time, the revolution will not be televised. It will be tweeted, Instagrammed, Facebooked, and LinkedIned. #news #blackish #currentevents #blacknews #blackculture #parapolitics Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-mark-peterson-show--652501/support.

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  • Creator
    Mark A Peterson
  • Years Active
    2018 - 2026
  • Episodes
    54
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright mark anthony peterson
  • Show Website
    The Mark Peterson Show