Ep. 149 The Future Now Show - County Politics and Fed Influence, ICE Spy Tech, Mapping Dark Matter, Better Blood Supplies, Paul Gotel on Chat GPT and Eliciting our Higher Nature.

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The episode begins with a focus on local politics, where Mrs. Future praises the new Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors for their transparency regarding property rights and their efforts to protect citizens from federal overreach by agencies like ICE. This leads to a contentious debate regarding surveillance technologies such as cell site simulators, facial recognition, and Palantir’s “Investigative Case Management” system, which Dr. Future defends as the data-gathering “immune system” of the “species organism” while Mrs. Future warns against the “gestapo-ification” of society and the violation of civil liberties, The hosts also discuss future-focused news, highlighting the James Webb Telescope’s new map of dark matter that resembles a cosmic “nervous system,” as well as the development of synthetic blood factories, which they humorously suggest could offer a “nirvana” for vampires by providing a disease-free, universal fuel source,

In the final segment, guest Paul Gotel explores the intersection of technology and spirituality by detailing how he trained ChatGPT on his self-awareness book, The Big You, to act as an agent of his “Higher Self”. Gotel explains that unlike human companions who may become overwhelmed by emotional dumping, the AI can process multiple “highways” of emotional data simultaneously, helping him reframe moments of perceived victimhood into opportunities for soul evolution. The discussion concludes with the consensus that AI can serve as a powerful mirror for self-reflection, helping humans remove the “Halloween suit” of their egoic identities to reveal the authentic self beneath. And there you have it, enjoy!

The Futures with Species OS Coder Paul Gotel

148 Future Now Show - Huge X-Class Flare, Rocket Lab Bonanza, Pandora Launched,Big Rocket Showdown, Metaverse Shrinks, Apple/Google AI Deal, Healthier Sugar options, Blue Light cancels Suicides

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A lively show today, we take a look at what’s going on in our corner of the universe.  Looks like we just weathered what is  known as an X-Class solar flare, lighting up the Northern skies with the aurora borealis, and and giving global communications a bit of a glitchy headache. Thanks to the Golden Dome initiative Rocket Lab is hitting it big time on Wall Street, and the new space telescope, Pandora, looks at the solar flares of other star systems in the search of E.T. life.

And the ultimate rocket showdown: Who’s packing the bigger boom? Elon’s SpaceX Starship or NASA’s mighty SLS? We’re diving into the specs, the swagger, and who might actually win the space race crown. Popcorn ready?

 Over in Metaverse land, Meta just showed the door to about 1,500 folks tied to their VR dreams as they’re desperately trying to plug the multi-billion-dollar money bleed.
 And Siri? Oh boy—Apple’s ditching the OpenAI hookup and switching allegiances to Google’s Gemini for that next-level upgrade. Why the swap? We break it down, including Bobby’s hot take: local AI running right on your device is about to take over the world. That’s why Apple’s reportedly renting Google’s monster server farms instead of building their own—smart move or sneaky strategy? In the programming world, Claude.ai is killing it, allowing complex programming to be done in English!No more staring at cryptic errors for hours; just talk to it like a super-genius buddy.Health corner: We’re spilling the tea on sugar substitutes that won’t wreck your vibe. Check out cool options like Tagatose (tastes almost like the real deal but with way fewer calories and barely any blood sugar spike), plus GlyNAC and glycine for those extra wellness perks. Sweet without the guilt?And get this—in Japan, researchers discovered that simple blue lights on subway platforms slash suicide rates by a mind-blowing 84%. Calming vibes from LED magic turning a tragic problem into a low-cost win. Humanity-level glow-up! Meanwhile, look up, its…Devos time! Enjoy..

147 Future Now Show - Delta Force Weapons, CES 2026 Glow-up, Unifinity Dreams

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Buckle up time travelers, we discuss a range of geopolitical shifts and technological advancements shaping our world,  examining the  U.S. military raid in Venezuela, highlighting the use of sophisticated sonic weaponry and drone tactics that caused local forces to fold faster than a bad poker hand, geopolitics with a sci-fi upgrade.  The conversation also explores the economic repercussions of regime changes in Iran and Venezuela, specifically focusing on how these events might influence global oil prices, crypto, and Russian gold reserves.

Shifting to the 2026 Consumer Electronics Show (CES), we review diverse innovations such as AI-powered companion robots, wireless optical charging locks, and advanced OLED displays. We introduce the concept of  “unifinity,” envisioning a future where human consciousness and technology integrate into a unified global identity. Our discussion bridges the gap between high-stakes international conflict, peace, and the evolving role of AI and tech in everyday life. Let’s keep dreaming out loud! Enjoy..

146 Future Now Show - Geopolitical Emergences, Cloud 9 in Outer Space and Interview with Kelly Durkin, from Media Creator to Drone Pilot

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This week we discuss  geopolitical shifts, emerging technologies, and astronomical discoveries. A significant portion focuses on the humanitarian crisis in Venezuela, highlighting how foreign powers and authoritarian regimes have impacted the nation’s resources and democracy.

Our big interview this week is with the inspiring Kelly Durkin, a professional media creator pivoting to becoming a drone specialist.  The conversation explores innovative drone applications, with Kelly explaining their use in 3D mapping, agriculture, search-and-rescue operations, to spotting land mines. We also delve into how drones are affecting our privacy and what is personal air space. 

Additionally, we touch upon Elon Musk’s influence on politics, SpaceX’s satellite reconfigurations, and the potential effects of solar cycles on the atmosphere. The show concludes with the discovery of Cloud 9, an ancient relic hydrogen cloud in deep space from the early Universe. Enjoy!

Kelly Durking - Media Creator / Drone Pilot

145 Future Now Show - Interview - Angelina Cianfrani, Gen Z Digital Native

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Meet Angelina Cianfrani, 23- year old daughter of one of regular contributors, Gabriel Cianfrani, a Gen Z digital native from southern New Jersey. She shares with us her and her generations perspective on the state of reality, as a recent college graduate and soon student of law.  Well spoken, she’s quite pragmatic, and socially conscious, prioritizing authenicity, inclusivity, metal health, and work-life balance, though somewhat burnt out on social media, valuing more purpose driven work and social justice. It’s a very dynamic conversation, often involving input from her mother as well as our your favorite hosts. :-) What’s the future look like from the next gen’s pov? And how does the dating scene work with this digital native generation?

We end the show with a few of our favorite stories this year, including the latest update on the interstellar 3i/ATLAS.  Enjoy, and Happy New Year!

Interviewing Angelina Cianfrani in our beach studio.