Matt Kim Podcast

The internet is all the same. Let’s do it differently.

An independent show about politics, culture, technology, AI, and the stories shaping what comes next—without the approved script.

Latest Episodes

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Nov. 5, 2026

We Need to Have an Honest Conversation About Trump | Ep 221

Matt Kim reflects on what he describes as a midterm defeat for Trump and Republicans, revisits his break with MAGA, and criticizes political commentators for misleading their audiences. He explains his deliberate decision not to vote, discusses Georgia politics, and predicts investigations and further political conflict. The episode closes with his concerns about social mobility and an appeal to build businesses and pursue opportunities amid uncertainty. Election results, statistics, allegations
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Oct. 16, 2026

Blockchain Founder Says AI Is Censoring Us | Jae Kwon | Ep. 220

Jae Kwon, founder of Cosmos and now Gno.Land joins Matt Kim to discuss AI translation restrictions, platform moderation, and the tension between AI’s usefulness and its influence over information. Their conversation moves into programming languages, crypto adoption, decentralization, and Kwan’s vision for Gno.land. They also debate AI risk, corporate and government control, and the limits of proving what is true. Claims about censorship, institutions, technical capabilities, and personal events
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Oct. 6, 2026

it's a damn shame | Ep. 217

Matt Kim revisits Oliver Anthony’s song and the frustration he associates with it, questioning political loyalty, public leadership and whether changes in power improve ordinary people’s lives. He discusses criticism of a Pete Hegseth basketball video, the responsibility creators owe their audiences, paid messaging and trust. He closes by describing his interest in building businesses and a parallel society rather than pursuing change through voting. ## TIMESTAMPS 00:00:00 Music and memory 00
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Oct. 1, 2026

Noticing the AI Psyop | Ep. 217

Matt Kim examines AI’s expansion into everyday life, risk messaging from technology leaders, government involvement in AI safety, and promises of an age of abundance. He speculates about bailouts, public ownership, centralized computing, online content manipulation, and whether a future AI-driven influence campaign or false flag could be indistinguishable from reality. He closes by urging listeners to practice critical thinking and use today’s AI tools while access remains broadly available.

Reviews

"You Had Me At" Shawn Ryan

"I like REAL & Raw - This is hit you in the Gut real! Exposing what is really going on in Our Constitutional Republic is "Gut Wrenching". Matt & Shawn are "pulling back the curtain" on what is Really…"

Jim Rice | July 29, 2024

Smart!

"Thought provoking intelligent discourse evoking consideration of what is possibly going on in the world today Matt is honest and humble. Thanks for all the thinking!"

djdflp | Nov. 16, 2024

Don’t agree with everything..

"… I’m mainly left leaning, but honestly I can’t stand the performative group think of the left as well as the right, so some edgy conversations about certain topics is frankly refreshing. The guys ar…"

El Phantsmo | Dec. 31, 2024