Thinking is Infinite: Recent Episodes
Joseph Alan
A father and son podcast talking about an array of subjects including special needs , current events , and life in general
Joe talks about what made him decide to do the podcast and the news story he heard that riled him up
News story: https://www.kare11.com/article...
Joe and Jon talk about different animals and their intelligence as well as the possibility of AI gaining intelligence
Sources:
https://www.nature.com/article...
https://ai-frontiers.org/artic...
https://youtu.be/NDnQ4pAjBUg?s...
https://youtu.be/ah8U0-fV6k8?s...
Timestamps:
Intro: 0:00
AI consciousness: 5:45
Octopus Intelligence: 20:30
Honeybee Democracy: 23:05
Outro: 31:00
Joe and Jon talk about Halloween and other topics
Intro and election predictions 0:00
Halloween/plant health 4:04
Casual dining chains 9:15
Halloween AI Art and Outro 18:00
Sources: https://www.reuters.com/market...
https://www.bbc.com/future/bes...
https://www.washingtonpost.com...
https://www.restaurantbusiness...
https://www.fastcompany.com/91...
Joe and Jon talk about the Olympics and British police
Timestamps:
0:00 Olympics
15:52 Crime and British Police
Sources:
https://www.cbsnews.com/amp/ne...
https://nypost.com/2024/08/10/...
https://www.baldwinschools.org...
Joe and Jon talk about the Olympic scandals and a variety of other topics
0:00 Olympics
20:25 Economy
28:45 TikTok and influencers
Sources:
https://www.foxnews.com/sports...
https://sports.yahoo.com/convi...
https://time.com/7005456/chine...
https://www.inc.com/associated...
https://www.wired.com/story/in...
Joe and Jon talk about politics and the Olympics
Timestamps
Intro and Trump Assassination 0:00
Biden Steps out 15:20
Olympics 27:30
Sources:
https://apnews.com/article/tru...
https://nypost.com/2024/07/24/...
https://www.foxnews.com/live-n...
https://drive.google.com/file/...
https://time.com/6999263/seine...
Joe and Jon talk about how media has changed— and stayed the same
Intro 0:00
Redbox and news media 5:30
Trump/Biden Debate 24:20
Sources:
https://abc7chicago.com/post/r...:~:text=Redbox%20is%20no%20more.,filing%20to%20Chapter%207%20liquidation.
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/a...
Joe talks about a variety of sports topics with his brother
Timestamps:
0:00 Super Bowl game and ads
18:33 World Cup News
https://www.thehastingscenter....
https://www.santacruzsentinel....:~:text=The%20cost%20of%20a%2030,of%20ads%20are%20celebrity%2Dfree.
https://apnews.com/article/202...
Joe talks about problems with childhood literacy and why it might be failing
Source: https://www.scientificamerican...:~:text=Biennial%20testing%20through%20NAEP%20consistently,40%20percent%20are%20essentially%20nonreaders.
There’s something big coming to North America in a few years!
Sources:
https://www.theguardian.com/fo...
https://www.fifa.com/fifaplus/...
https://youtu.be/uKTEl4uL1h0?s...
A new community by Disney is coming- and the first outlook is pretty scary.
Sources:
https://www.storylivingbydisne...
https://celebration.fl.us/wp-c...
Joe and Jon discuss a variety of topics
Timestamps:
Intro 0:00
Nuclear fusion energy 2:40
Auto Brewery Syndrome 12:25
Insurance scammers 18:01
Outro 23:19
Sources:
https://www.smithsonianmag.com...
https://www.livescience.com/dr...
https://ktla.com/news/local-ne...
Joe talks about a big identity theft scam and how a real estate developer and an ordinary guy fell victim to it
Source:
https://www.businessinsider.co...
Joe talks about the horseshoe crab and the topic of environmental protection
Source:
https://fortune.com/2023/07/31...
Joe talks about the changes to X, or the site formerly known as Twitter
Sources:
https://www.theverge.com/2023/...
https://fortune.com/2023/07/27...
Joe talks briefly about Chick Fil A’s new drive thru idea.
Source:
https://amp.cnn.com/cnn/2023/0...
Joe talks about how China’s economy figures aren’t what they seem.
Sources:
https://www.businessinsider.co...
Joe and Jon talk about a variety of topics.
Timestamps:
0:00 Summer
5:30 Twitter name change
14:07 Threads vs Twitter
16:26 Regulations
21:30 Political accountability
23:49 China news
27:10 Movies
Sources:
https://www.cnbc.com/amp/2023/...
https://www.forbes.com/sites/w...
https://www.wsj.com/articles/c...
https://www.washingtonpost.com...
https://thediplomat.com/2023/0...
https://youtu.be/XyLIPURQiKM
Joe talks about the next Fifa world cups set to be hosted in the US.
Sources:
https://www.fifa.com/tournamen...
https://www.fifa.com/about-fif...
Joe discusses how the US may have challenges in chip manufacturing in the future
Source:
https://arstechnica.com/tech-p...
Joe gives his opinion about a situation he found on YouTube
Sources:
https://youtu.be/mxEctkByiYk (original source- says a lot of the same things I’ve been saying about politicians)
https://youtu.be/m-zyWp1dZGU (news source about topic)
Joe discusses how AI can potentially change- and it’s potential
Sources:
https://arstechnica.com/inform...
https://www.bbc.com/news/world...
Talking about Stanford, a new AI technology, and a little something in the middle
Stanford: 1:24
AI news: 21:32
https://s.wsj.net/public/resou...
https://docs.google.com/docume...
https://docs.google.com/docume...
https://docs.google.com/docume...
Talking about China, Apple, Twitter, and playing a game of Would You Rather
Introduction: 0:00 - 10:16
China protesters: 10:16 - 17:40
Twitter: 17:40 - 33:56
Would You Rather: 33:56 - 39:12
IRL: 39:12 - 42:31
https://www.foxnews.com/media/ex-twitter-ceo-jack-dorsey-liberal-media-members-denied-shadow-banning-prior-elon-musk-leak.amp
https://www.washingtonpost.com/world/interactive/2022/china-lockdown-protests-covid-videos-photos/
https://www.telegraph.co.uk/business/2022/12/04/how-chinas-technotyranny-has-crushed-lockdown-protests/
https://www.wired.com/story/china-zero-covid-protest-crackdown/amp
Joe and Jon discuss Stranger Things; Joe and Jon play Would You Rather; Joe and Jon talk about the Decembrists; Joe and Jon discuss the podcast and our vacations
Timestamps:
Stranger Things: 0:00 - 16:07
Would You Rather: 16:08 - 23:50
Decembrist Revolt: 23:51 - 34:01
IRL: 34:01 - 37:07
Joe and Jon discuss a new type of fertilizer; Joe and Jon play "Would You Rather?"; Joe talks about Krispy Kreme; Joe and Jon talk about their summer plans
Sources:
Fertilizer article:
https://www.nytimes.com/2022/06/17/climate/peecycling-farming-urine-fertilizer.html
Krispy kreme founding:
https://krispykreme.ca/about-us/history/#:~:text=Vernon%20Rudolph%20bought%20a%20secret,1937%20to%20local%20grocery%20stores.
Krispy Kreme number of locations in us:
https://www.google.com/search?q=krispy+kreme+number+of+locations+in+us+graph&tbm=isch&ved=2ahUKEwi497ve6Lz4AhUarnIEHXkkDFEQ2-cCegQIABAB&oq=krispy+kreme+number+of+locations+in+us+graph&gs_lcp=ChJtb2JpbGUtZ3dzLXdpei1pbWcQAzoECCMQJzoFCCEQqwI6BAghEApQ1hFYzhtg6x5oAHAAeACAAU6IAYsEkgEBN5gBAKABAcABAQ&sclient=mobile-gws-wiz-img&ei=s9GwYvjRNZrcytMP-ciwiAU&bih=740&biw=412&client=ms-android-tmus-us-revc&prmd=mniv#imgrc=IqZfU8n2751anM
Timestamps:
Fertilizer: 0:00 - 10:56
Would You Rather: 10:57 - 18:04
Krispy Kreme: 18:06 - 24:13
IRL: 24:14 - 33:11
Joe and Jon talk about veterans and their struggles; Joe and Jon play would you rather; Joe talks about his favorite discontinued foods; Joe and Jon discuss their favorite bbqs and future of the podcast.
References:
Toxic chemicals leads to cancer in vets:
https://www.publichealth.va.gov/exposures/burnpits/
Breast cancer concerns in vets:
https://www.gehealthcare.com/article/elevated-breast-health-concerns-for-servicewomen-and-women-veterans
Other health problems vets suffer from:
https://den.mercer.edu/combat-veterans-may-face-mental-health-challenges-heres-how-to-support-them/
Wendy's has a new frosty flavor:
https://www.google.com/amp/s/www.thestreet.com/.amp/investing/wendys-has-a-summer-menu-surprise-strawberry-frosty
Wendy's discontinued the chicken fingers:
https://www.delish.com/food-news/a27358582/wendy-discontinued-chicken-tenders/
Timestamps:
Vets: 0:00 - 14:03
Would you Rather: 14:04 - 26:34
Discontinued/Limited time fast food items: 26:35 - 34:39
IRL: 34:39 - 43:31
Joe and Jon discuss social media and "censorship", Joe and Jon play "Would You Rather?", Joe talks about the book 1984, Joe and Jon talk about how we're improving the podcast
Social Media: 0:00 - 20:13
Would You Rather: 20:14 - 24:53
1984: 24:54 - 33:47
IRL: 33:48 - 37:18
Outro: 37:19 - 37:51
References:
Video from Penguinz0 on how he was unfairly blocked:
https://youtu.be/1OkT7dTMuj8
Video talking about demonetization on history channels:
https://youtu.be/t4VRkE01mi4
Archived article about misinformation:
https://web.archive.org/web/20200920210532/https://www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2020/08/11/facebook-covid-misinformation-takedowns/
Video about harrassment policy:
https://youtu.be/QJxyBanAUHs
Sorry for the lack of news articles, but these videos discuss things far better than the news.
Joe and Jon discuss UFOs and a star in outer space, as well as taco bell; Joe talks about his experience with OCD; Joe discusses the future of the Broadcasting program and the spread of misinformation online with Jon
Joe and Jon discuss stress and anger management; Joe and Jon talk about McDonald's, Kohl's, and Walmart; Joe and Jon discuss the future of Joe's involvement in Broadcasting and the growth of the podcast.
Joe and Jon talk about their favorite Christmas songs; Joe and Jon do parody commercials; Joe and Jon discuss hydrogen peroxide and Covid
Joe and Jon talk about their least favorite Christmas songs; Joe talks about Broadcasting with Jon; Joe and Jon discuss when I was on camera.
Joe and Jon discuss pre-christmas plans; Joe and Jon play a game of Would You Rather; Joe and Jon discuss the growth of the podcast.
Joe and Jon talk about how Thanksgiving applies to special needs kids; Joe and Jon discuss recent funny and interesting news; Joe discusses what he's thankful for
Joe and Jon discuss Jon's recent flight experience; Joe talks about personal hygiene with Jon; Joe discuss fries and commercials; Joe and Jon discuss their favorite flags and the Olympics
Joe discusses how his needs in school have evolved and changed; Joe and Jon play "Would You Rather Not" again; Joe and Jon talk about their thoughts on the metaverse; Joe and Jon discuss the potential of guest stars and the importance of reviews on the IRL segment
Joe and Jon talk about ghosts and their favorite things about Halloween; Joe discusses his issues with handwriting; Joe and Jon talk about McDonald's automating their drive thrus; Joe and Jon discuss their biggest fears and Jon gives Joe a special treat
Joe and Jon discuss social interaction issues; Joe talks about his best Halloween candies with Jon; Joe and Jon discuss the modern state of commercials and society; Joe and Jon talk about how to grow the podcast.
Joe talks about his experiences with food therapy; Joe and Jon play "Would You Rather Not?"; Joe and Jon make a special announcement.
Joe and Jon talk about the YES league; Joe and Jon play a game of "Would You Rather?"; Joe and Jon talk about AP Seminar; Joe and Jon discuss viewer feedback
Joe and Jon talk about Autism and answer common questions people have; Joe and Jon discuss the effects of stalkerware; Joe and Jon do a bonus segment on Chick-Fil-A fries and growth of the podcast; Joe and Jon discuss an odd TikTok trend and NYC's vaccine mandate
Joe and Jon talk about an Islanders game experience with a special guest Ryan; Ryan and Joe talk about the top 5 fast food fries and Jon talks about a trick to get fries from your kids; Joe and Ryan talk about Walmart's store-within-a-store strategy.
Joe and Jon talk about themselves; Joe and Jon do a segment on things parents shouldn't say; Jon does a segment on COVID-19 medicines; Joe does a segment on beauty buisness news