1:06:23

Ep. 31 Aug 28, 2025

Silicon & Sparks: The Energy Cost of Crypto & AI (Part 1 of 2)

Welcome back, folks. This week, we’re plunging headfirst into the digital abyss. We’re exploring two of the most powerful and perplexing technologies of our time: the seemingly unstoppable rise of cryptocurrency and the paradigm-shifting potential of artificial intelligence. Are these forces of innovation our inevitable salvation, or are they setting the stage for a global disaster? We’re going to pull back the curtain on what they actually are, dissect their mind-boggling energy consumption, and ask the million-dollar question: Could this entire mess spark a new energy revolution, or are we just creating a really confident-sounding technocracy? Join your co-hosts, Joshua and Will, as they unravel the complex relationship between code, energy, and the future. We promise not to think for you, but we will give you the tools you need to reach your own conclusions.

1:06:05

Ep. 30 Aug 21, 2025

Reform or Revolution: A Breakdown of How Complex Systems Change

In this episode of The Overlap, we conduct a detailed analysis of how radical transformation happens within institutions. We tackle the central question: is it more effective to create change from a position of influence inside the system, or by applying pressure as an oppositional force from the outside? Join us for the breakdown.

41:48

Ep. 29 Aug 14, 2025

The D.C. Dress Rehearsal - Federal Power Gone Awry

Host Joshua dives into the so-called “crime emergency” in Washington D.C. that led to a federal takeover of the city’s police force. Is it a necessary public safety measure, or is it a cynical power grab using a constitutional loophole as a playbook for democratic erosion?

44:54

Ep. 28 Aug 7, 2025

The Alpha Prison: How Bro-Culture Preys on Despair

They’re not just angry. They’re not just ‘lost.’ A whole generation of men are being sold a weapon disguised as a solution, and it’s fueling something far more dangerous than anyone realizes. This week, we peel back the layers on how personal anxiety is being weaponized to dismantle democracy from the inside out.

59:29

Ep. 27 Jul 31, 2025

The Unmentionable List: Washington's Deepest Fear

Epstein’s back & Washington’s squirming. Why are powerful elites terrified of sealed files? We expose the theatrical lengths they go to hide secrets. Justice vs. privilege: The Overlap pulls no punches. #EpsteinFiles #SwampCreatures #SecretsUnsealed

46:13

Ep. 26 Jul 24, 2025

Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb

Feeling paralyzed by the chaos? You’re not alone. Joshua and William confront the overwhelming sensation of collective anxiety head-on, not with empty words, but with a clear, six-step action plan. They introduce the concept of “anxiety triage,” explore the power of intentional breathing, and discuss how to curate a media diet that informs rather than traumatizes. This episode is a call to move from passive dread to empowered action, all without sacrificing your mental well-being.

38:09

Ep. 25 Jul 17, 2025

Clickbait or Crystal Ball? Deconstructing Disinformation

Ever feel like the internet isn’t just delivering information, but actively rearranging your brain cells? Like every other post is trying to sell you something – whether it’s a miracle cure for baldness or a political ideology wrapped in a shiny, misleading bow? Welcome, friends, to the glorious, terrifying, and utterly exhausting age of disinformation. In this episode of The Overlap, we’re ripping off the band-aid and diving headfirst into the murky waters where truth goes to die a thousand digital deaths. We’ll expose how sophisticated campaigns, driven by bots, bad actors, and sometimes just your well-meaning but ill-informed aunt, are shaping narratives, fueling division, and making it damn near impossible to tell fact from a fantastically crafted fiction. We’re talking about the deliberate spread of false information designed to mislead, manipulate, and sometimes, just to watch the world burn. From deepfakes that make you question your own eyes, to cleverly disguised propaganda that masquerades as genuine news, we’re dissecting the tactics of the truth-benders. We’ll explore why these viral lies spread faster than celebrity gossip, how emotional triggers are exploited, and what happens when an entire society starts to doubt everything it reads, sees, and hears. Is there an antidote to this digital poison? Can we, the humble consumers of content, arm ourselves against the onslaught of manufactured outrage and strategic falsehoods? Tune in as we navigate this treacherous landscape, armed with a healthy dose of skepticism, a thirst for truth, and, of course, our signature snark. Prepare to have your critical thinking skills challenged, your assumptions dismantled, and your inner fact-checker officially activated. Because in this fight, ignorance is not bliss – it’s just another click for the bad guys.

47:38

Ep. 24 Jul 10, 2025

Armed & Out: Why The Left is Loading Up

What happens when the ‘unthinkable’ becomes the undeniable? On this episode of The Overlap, we explore a quiet revolution happening across America, forcing a radical redefinition of safety. Prepare to question your preconceived notions about protection, community, and who truly stands at the barrel of a gun in today’s shifting landscape.

10:31

Ep. 23 Jul 3, 2025

Will's Perspective

Alright, Overlap listeners! Will here, flying solo today, and trust me, it’s not because I finally managed to lock Joshua in a broom closet (though the thought has crossed my mind). No, today we’re getting a little real, a little raw, and a whole lot less snarky than usual. But don’t worry, the wit is still fully operational, just dialed down for maximum feels.

56:59

Ep. 22 Jun 26, 2025

The Millennial Guide to Not Being Replaced by a Spreadsheet

We asked an AI to write this description. It was boring. So we’re back to do it ourselves. This week, we’re exploring the jobs AI will create, not just destroy. Think you have what it takes to be an AI Ethicist? Listen now and find out. #TheOverlap #NewEpisode

48:21

Ep. 22 Jun 19, 2025

The Bottom Line Is, We're Screwed (But Here's How To Fight Back) - Part 2

Join Joshua and Will as we finish our episode on the state of employment in the United States, and build opposition to this nightmare of Late Stage Capitalism! This is Part 2 of a 2 part series, so if you haven’t listened to Part 1, go back to last week before continuing!

43:19

Ep. 21 Jun 13, 2025

The Bottom Line is You're Screwed (But Here's How to Fight Back)- Part 1

On this week’s episode of the Overlap, Join us as we talk about Employment in the US. We discuss the ins and outs of corporate America. And discuss how we can help to change it.

41:26

Ep. 20 Jun 5, 2025

Your Neighbors are Paying your Taxes *Not an exaggeration*

Alright, Overlappers, Joshua here, on a solo mission (Will’s probably still reveling in how right we are). Prepare to have your mind blown as we expose the colossal economic contributions immigrants make to the U.S. – regardless of legal status. We’re talking billions in taxes directly padding your Social Security and Medicare, debunking the “freeloader” myth with cold, hard facts. You’ll learn how immigrants are literally the backbone of our economy, filling crucial labor gaps and founding nearly half of all Fortune 500 companies. Plus, we’re revealing the absurdly high costs and dangers of both legal and unauthorized entry, proving it’s anything but a free ride. This isn’t just humanitarianism; it’s pragmatic economics. Arm yourself with data to shut down those “ridiculously stupid” anti-immigrant opinions. It’s time to recognize the undeniable strength immigrants bring to this American experiment.

51:29

Ep. 19 May 29, 2025

My Fence Guy Went to Prison, So We Invented a Universal Trust Network (You're Welcome)

Ever hired someone and immediately regretted it? Joshua certainly has, and thanks to his delightful experience with a fence installer who ended up in stir for grand larceny, we’re diving deep into the ultimate solution: Trust as a Platform. This week on The Overlap, Joshua and Will are building (theoretically, for now) a decentralized, no-trust-model-built-on-trust system that could save you from scammers, streamline everything from dirt work to dating, and maybe even fix the economy.

56:19

Ep. 18 May 22, 2025

Why Ask Why? (No, Really. We're Asking. It's First Principles.)

Welcome back to The Overlap, where we’re not afraid to get a little… epistemological. (Parents, you can keep the earmuffs on). This week, Joshua and Will drag you deep into the rabbit hole of First Principles Thinking. Ever wonder why some people are just better at figuring stuff out? It’s not magic (mostly). We’re talking about ditching the recipe book (being a “cook”) and learning to understand the fundamental ingredients of reality (being a “chef”). Forget just copying what others did before; we’re tearing ideas down to their absolute basics and building back up.

1:10:17

Ep. 18 May 15, 2025

We Used AI to Map the RBE Future (And Apparently It Takes 50 Years & Features Baby Goebbels) - Finale

Alright folks, buckle up. We’ve reached the (temporary) end of our Resource Based Economy deep dive on The Overlap. Did we solve all the world’s problems? Debatable. Did we get an AI to spit out a 50-year, 22-step plan to get us from the current “hell pit” to an RBE utopia? Absolutely. Join Joshua and Will as they hilariously break down this ambitious roadmap, featuring everything from mass public education (turns out telling people stuff helps?) and building RBE research centers (not a cult, promise!) to decommissioning money, redesigning cities (sorry, Will’s mother-in-law), and implementing “cybernated governance” (don’t be scared… probably). We tackle the future of automation (RIP accountant jobs), ponder the ethics of turning carbon into gold (spoiler: too expensive), get sidetracked by Stephen Miller’s Goebbels-like qualities, and explain why universal high-speed internet is good for everyone (even the Curmudgeon on the lawn). This episode is a wrap-up, a look ahead, and maybe a cry for help, all rolled into one. We’re talking faster trains, automated transportation for goods (so they don’t get hurt!), universal basic everything, and the revolutionary idea that maybe, just maybe, we don’t need an “orphan crushing machine.” Is this plan realistic? Probably not in this exact order. Is it aspirational? Hell yes. Is it worth striving for? We think so. Listen in for the final word on RBE (for now!) and find out if we can achieve cultural maturity before the robots take over… or help us achieve it.

1:04:02

Ep. 17 May 8, 2025

Existential O'Clock: Decoding Humanity's Self-Destruction Timer

Is the Doomsday Clock stressing you out? It should be! But don’t worry, we’re here to make the apocalypse hilarious. Tune in for dark humor, doomsday insights, and maybe a survival tip or two (just in case).

1:10:08

Ep. 16 May 1, 2025

POTUS' First "A Hundred Days" (sic)

Join us as we “real-talk” tRump’s first “A Hundred Days”. We know it’s not necessarily beneficial for your mental health (or ours), but it’s necessary to understand the grotesque erosion of all of our rights and quality of life in this new regime.

1:03:42

Ep. 15 Apr 24, 2025

Resource Revolution: Under the Hood (Seriously, How?!) (Part 2)

Okay, the dream of no alarm clocks and endless free stuff is great. But how do you actually run a planet when cash is obsolete? On Resource Based Economy Part 2, we’re ditching the fantasy (a little) and diving into the practical, occasionally dry, mechanisms of a Resource-Based Economy. Global surveys, AI allocation, prefab everything, and yes, lending libraries for screwdrivers. Join us as we lift the hood on the RBE and figure out if this thing even has an engine.

39:49

Ep. 14 Apr 17, 2025

Beyond the Dollar

Imagine a world where you wake up because you want to, not because some evil clock demands it. We’re diving headfirst into the Resource-Based Economy – a supposedly ‘revolutionary’ vision where money, debt, and the soul-crushing need to work just vanish. Sounds like a fantasy? Maybe. But hey, at least the commute would be better in our shared, automated future. Buckle up, buttercups, this could get weird.

1:22:42

Ep. 13 Apr 3, 2025

Sick System: US Healthcare vs. The World (And How We Can Fix It)

Why does the US spend nearly double what other wealthy nations do on healthcare, only to lag behind in life expectancy and infant mortality? Join Joshua and Will on The Overlap as they investigate the different ways countries structure their healthcare. Is socialized medicine the only answer? What exactly is a single-payer system? We break down the models, confront the uncomfortable truths about US healthcare performance (including billions in administrative costs and CEO pay), and discuss real-world alternatives that could put patients back in control. Ready for an honest look at a broken system and potential fixes? Press play.

1:23:17

Ep. 12 Mar 27, 2025

Union isn't a bad word, We promise!

Join us as we do our first interview on the podcast with third generation “Union Guy” Zakk Flash. We discuss unions, community organizing, and have lots of laughs along the way…

1:10:09

Ep. 11 Mar 20, 2025

The Social Contract's on Fire: Rebuilding Society (Before We All Move to Mars)

Welcome back to The Overlap, where we dissect the dumpster fire that is modern America with a side of philosophical musings, because why not? This week, brace yourselves for a roller coaster of doom and gloom as we unpack the latest in freedom-city schemes from our favorite billionaire overlords (Thiel and Andreessen, we’re looking at you), the ongoing saga of government shutdowns, and the GOP’s delightful budget proposal that’s basically a chainsaw massacre for social safety nets. We’ll ponder the age-old question: Is it better to colonize Mars or, you know, fix the actual planet we live on? And, we take a stab at a light conversation of human suffering. Plus, we’ll dissect a controversial Jubilee episode with Sam Seder facing off against MAGA enthusiasts, proving that sometimes, even conservatives can be turned off by blatant misogyny. Finally, we end by pondering the mysteries of the orphan crushing machine, a thought experiment that somehow sums up everything wrong with our priorities these days. Prepare for equal parts despair, philosophical pondering, and a healthy dose of snark.

1:00:30

Ep. 10 Mar 13, 2025

The Dark Enlightment - Part 3 (The Exhaustive Finale)

Join us this week as we finally get to the end of this damned series! We discuss the end-goals and third-gen viewpoints of this awful ever-lovin’ regime currently taking undue and stolen power.

1:02:13

Ep. 09 Mar 6, 2025

The Dark Enlightenment - Part 2

Part 2 of 3: Join Joshua and Will as we bring you deeper into the origins of the Dark Enlightenment and the authors of our current hellscape… #Resist #EndOligarchy #3E

1:05:05

Ep. 08 Feb 27, 2025

The Dark Enlightenment - Part 1

Join Will and Joshua as they explore the Dark Enlightenment, it’s faces, names, and influence on today’s ruling class. This is a multi-part episode, thanks for tuning in! Make sure to follow us on Mastodon @overlappodcast

1:24:36

Ep. 07 Feb 20, 2025

Transcending Boundaries: Debating the Value and Ethics of an AI-Driven Future

Join our podcast for insights on advanced AI’s transformative value and impact on humanity. We reflect on Smarter Child and modern models, clarifying values amid diverse perspectives. Recent AI trends intersect with political issues; tune in as we navigate ethical dilemmas together.

1:27:43

Ep. 06 Feb 13, 2025

Beyond the Headlines: Bridging Differences through Deep Dialogue

oin hosts Will and Joshua on their thought-provoking podcast, “The Overlap.” Each episode, they delve into pressing world and national issues, exploring diverse perspectives with the aim of finding common ground. Through open-minded conversations that challenge assumptions and clarify misunderstandings, Will and Joshua demonstrate that even seemingly disparate viewpoints can create a powerful overlap. Tune in to discover how these engaging discussions foster new insights and inspire progress.

54:51

Ep. 05 Feb 6, 2025

The Golden Age of America?

On this week’s episode we discuss executive orders, ways our country is divided, and relevant political issues, in an attempt to draw attention to how our country is being further divided.

30:09

Ep. 04 Jan 30, 2025

A Solution to All of America's Problems?

Join us as Will has an idea for how to solve the economic crisis in the US in one fell swoop! Joshua takes on the role of interviewer in this episode. If you have questions or comments email us at theoverlap@fof.foundation

40:25

Ep. 03 Jan 23, 2025

Inauguration Day Special - 2025

We talk about the Presidential Inauguration in the US on January 20, 2025. If you’re trying to avoid politics right now, please don’t listen to this podcast. If you’re thinking of hurting yourself please dial 988 in the US for the US-Based LifeLine.

1:16:35

Ep. 02 Jan 16, 2025

Bare Necessities: How much do we really need?

In this week’s episode, we take a deep dive into the themes and pillars of FoFF and the themes and issues that unite us, and how to reach a wider audience. We also discuss ways that FoFF can collectivize people, discussing what reaches people where they are. Join us at https://fof.foundation

53:18

Ep. 01 Jan 9, 2025

Hello, World!

As we begin to understand why we are doing this, and what we are doing, stick with us as we explore the whats, whys, etc…