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The Zach Show

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Jeffrey Epstein
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Andrew Huberman
Rendlesham Forest Incident
January 6 Capitol Riot

Zach Grossfeld sits down with the people who fascinate him, from comedians and athletes to scientists and dominatrixes. Zach explores the defining moments of their work, the challenges they’ve overcome, what drives them, and what they're still trying to figure out. Also the home of 'The Breakdown with Zach' series. The Zach Show 2.0 (Early access, AMAs, bonus episodes, and more): thezachsh... more

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AI was supposed to cure disease, solve climate change, and usher humanity into a futuristic utopia. Instead, some people are now asking ChatGPT if they should cheat on their spouse with their Pilates instructor. In this episode, I dive into Alessandr... more

After 27 years inside the French Air Force working on the ethics of drone and autonomous weapons warfare, Dr. Emmanuel Goffi witnessed the shift from battlefield decision-making to remote killing, and now to a world where artificial intelligence may ... more

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Casinos don’t just rely on luck, they rely on psychology, design, and timing, and in this episode Dr. Sally Gainsbury explains exactly how.

Dr. Gainsbury, an internationally recognized gambling-harm researcher, Professor of Psychology at the Univer... more

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Most people think the OceanGate Titan disaster was a tragic accident. It wasn’t. It was the predictable outcome of an egomaniacal mindset.In this episode, Zach and his brother Dave break down the OceanGate disaster through the lens of the Netflix doc... more

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Recent Guests

Emmanuel Goffi
27-year French Air Force insider focusing on drone and autonomous weapons ethics
Former French Air Force, ethicist in AI/ethics of warfare
Episode: #291 - “AI Is More Dangerous Than Nuclear Weapons” (From a 27-Year Air Force Insider)
Dr. Sally Gainsbury
Gambling researcher focusing on gambling behavior
University of Sydney
Episode: #290 - The Psychology Traps Casinos Hope You Never Learn (Explained by a Gambling Scientist)
Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah
Author of Chain Gang All-Stars
Author / Writer
Episode: #288 - The Dark Truth About Violence as Entertainment | Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah
Andrew Iliadis
Media scholar and associate professor at Temple University
Temple University
Episode: #287 - Palantir, Anduril, SpaceX: Who’s Really Deciding the Future of War?
Andrew Lownie
Historian and investigative biographer
Episode: #285 - S*x, Power, Epstein, and the Crown: The Prince Andrew COVERUP | Andrew Lownie
Todd S. Purdum
Veteran journalist and author
Formerly of The New York Times, Vanity Fair, Politico, and The Atlantic
Episode: #281 - Todd Purdum: CHAOS, Conga, & 'I Love Lucy' | The UNTOLD Story Of Desi Arnaz
Mick West
Author and expert in conspiracy theories and UFO debunking.
Episode: #280 - Mick West: Charlie Kirk Conspiracies, Missile Vs. Mystery Orb, & UFO Cults EXPOSED
Omer Bartov
Professor and genocide scholar
Episode: #279 - Omer Bartov: “50,000 Must Die": LEAKED Israeli Audio & Omer Bartov On Gaza's GENOCIDE (Part 2)
Philip Shenon
Award-winning investigative journalist and author
Former New York Times correspondent
Episode: #277 - Philip Shenon: The Vatican’s HIDDEN History: Hitler, the CIA, & Protecting Predators

Host

Zach Grossfeld
Host of a conversational interview series that covers culture, technology, and power with diverse guests.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 222 ratings
  • ALETTE EPISODE IS A BANGER

    Keep em comin!

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    5
    Fanance 1
    United States2 years ago
  • Great Show!

    This podcast is my absolute favorite and I always recommend it to anyone I talk to!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lyrics470
    United States4 years ago
  • Wonderful!

    I just recently started listening to this podcast, absolutely love it! I’m all caught up now and can hardly wait for the next episode. So addicting!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Noha6510
    United States4 years ago
  • New Knowledge and Perspectives

    I love listening to Auxoro! All the guests and topics are varied and interesting. I always come out of a show learning something new or with a different perspective to explore

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    magestictoast
    United States5 years ago
  • The vibes here are underrated !

    The way the host and the guests are able to put in words exactly what we think and feel but we couldn’t explain in the way they do it’s awesome. I’m watching/ listening everything!

    Great tips for everyday situation as well!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Lucas Simplis
    Brazil6 years ago

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Guests are well-chosen and discussions feel genuine and insightful.
The show consistently delivers unique perspectives and practical takeaways for listeners.

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Talking Points

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#291 - “AI Is More Dangerous Than Nuclear Weapons” (From a 27-Year Air Force Insider)
Q: How did your experience in the French Air Force shape your view on drone ethics?
It showed how operational realities test ethical theories, highlighting the tension between communicating a 'salesy' narrative to the public and making tough on-the-ground decisions in war.
#288 - The Dark Truth About Violence as Entertainment | Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah
Q: What role does the audience play in understanding violence in media, according to your book and this conversation?
The audience must recognize their own spectator role and question the societal appetite for sensational violence, while seeking a more compassionate, abolitionist understanding of punishment and life's sanctity.
#288 - The Dark Truth About Violence as Entertainment | Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah
Q: How do you approach making readers care about characters who are killers or criminals?
Through close, nuanced portrayal and revision as an act of love, which helps readers see the humanity and complexity behind their choices, rather than reducing them to villains.
#288 - The Dark Truth About Violence as Entertainment | Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah
Q: What themes did Chain Gang All-Stars allow you to explore beyond violence itself?
It allowed me to explore love, empathy, and the multiple dimensions of people who commit harm, showing that brutality is not the whole story and that systems shape behavior as much as individuals do.
#285 - S*x, Power, Epstein, and the Crown: The Prince Andrew COVERUP | Andrew Lownie
Q: Do you think Epstein had an allegiance to a single intelligence agency?
I think it's a mixture of both. He certainly had a close relationship with Mossad.

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A thoughtful interview show that brings in scholars, journalists, authors, and subject-matter experts to unpack complex topics at the intersection of culture, technology, and power. Episodes commonly explore ethics in AI and warfare, media narratives, investigative history, and societal implications of political events, often pairing rigorous analysis with accessible storytelling. A notable strength is the host's ability to draw out nuanced perspectives from high-profile guests, creating a mix of critical insights, historical context, and contemporary relevance that appeals to curious, information-hungry listeners. The show frequently features critical takes on powerful institutions, media narratives, and tech-enabled governance, making it ... more

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2. Dr. Sally Gainsbury
3. Nana Kwame Adjei-Brenyah
4. Andrew Iliadis
5. Andrew Lownie
6. Todd S. Purdum
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