In a world seemingly split between extremes, is there still hope for democracy to bring us together? This episode dives into the forces pushing us apart—and the potential for compromise to bring us back to common ground. From the rise of AI and universal basic income to the widening wealth gap, we explore how America's future depends on balancing individual freedoms with social responsibility. Can democracy, with all its imperfections, evolve to meet these challenges? Join us as we discuss why progress requires both patience and compromise—and why there’s still hope in the cycle.

In this episode of Question Everything (Except This Podcast!), hosts Sunay and Chirag unpack the downsides of our “control culture,” where over-curating life can strip away its spontaneity and joy. They share stories of missed experiences due to over-planning, chat about the beauty of embracing “beta mode,” and launch the #NoSoNovember challenge: a month-long experiment to reduce social media use and live more freely.

In this conversation, Sunay and Chirag discuss the rapid development of artificial intelligence and the ethical implications surrounding it. They explore the balance between advancing AI technology and ensuring it is developed responsibly, emphasizing the need for a moral framework and international cooperation. The conversation also touches on the importance of human oversight in AI development and the potential risks of AI operating without human intervention.