Systems and Power

About Systems and Power

The future isn't built in headlines. It's built by people. Welcome to Systems & Power where technology, AI, cybersecurity, politics, business, and leadership come together through long-form conversations with the people building the future. Hosted by Moses Parente, each episode features engineers, founders, CEOs, elected officials, cybersecurity leaders, and innovators who share the stories, lessons, and decisions you won't normally hear If you're passionate about technology, curious about leadership, or want to understand how the world really works, you're in the right place. Subscribe for new episodes every Monday Contact : moses.parente251@gmail.com (mailto:moses.parente251@gmail.com) *DISCLAIMERS* On the Systems and Power Podcast we do not endorse, nor are we responsible for the opinions of our guests. We provide a platform to all opinions, under the premise that you will be heard, but also put to the test. Views expressed on this channel do not represent those of my employer.

Publisher

Moses Parente

Category

news · technology

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

12 Jul 2026

Latest episode

10 Nov 2026

Latest episodes

21 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   10 Nov 2026

   Democrats WON the Midterms… But Can They Win in 2028? - Nick w/ NSFD | Systems & Power #21

   In this episode, Moses Parente talks with Nick, host of Not Suitable for Democracy and an organizer and member of the Democratic Socialists of America about the midterms and what Democrats might do next. They discuss voter trust, affordability, political messaging, open primaries, New York politics, and the road to 2028. 00:00 Midterms, a “blue wave,” and what comes next 03:10 Congressional oversight and possible impeachments 08:06 Democratic messaging, affordability, and a big-tent party 10:10 What the election results could mean 12:08 The Democratic Party’s direction 15:34 Texas, New York, and shifting political maps 19:03 The midterm results and New York’s role 20:51 Gerrymandering and the 2022 New York elections 23:45 Should New York open its primaries? 26:53 Andrew Yang, Mamdani, and political messaging 29:58 How public image shapes a political career 37:30 Authenticity, trust, and voter conversations 40:09 Earning votes and connecting with voters 42:33 What a crowded 2028 primary could bring 45:43 Affordability and issues voters prioritize 46:52 Nick’s take on Mamdani’s governance 50:19 Pragmatism, compromise, and governing 53:59 Rethinking political rhetoric 55:08 Building a more inclusive party 56:20 Economic populism and kitchen-table issues 58:01 Where to find Nick’s podcast and social channels 58:50 How podcasting changed Nick’s networking 1:01:09 Closing Nick’s podcast, Not Suitable for Democracy, is on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube. If you enjoyed the video: • Subscribe for more commentary and Systems & Power episodes • Like the video to support the channel • Leave a comment with your thoughts • Watch the full podcast conversation on the channel 📅 New episodes every Monday at 12 p.m. ET 🎧 Listen and watch: ▶️ YouTube: https://youtube.com/@itsmosesparente (https://youtube.com/@itsmosesparente) 🎙️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/033OlrjypMa5fS2Uqn3zYD (https://open.spotify.com/show/033OlrjypMa5fS2Uqn3zYD) 🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/tj/podcast/systems-and-power/id6790180591 (https://podcasts.apple.com/tj/podcast/systems-and-power/id6790180591) 📱 Follow me: Instagram: @itsmosesparente TikTok: @itsmosesparente LinkedIn: Moses Parente DISCLAIMERS The Systems & Power Podcast does not endorse or assume responsibility for the opinions expressed by its guests. We provide a platform for different perspectives under the premise that ideas should be heard, questioned, and put to the test. The views expressed on this channel are my own and do not represent those of my employer.

2. 

   6 Nov 2026

   DEMOCRAT SWEEP!! Is this the END of the Trumps GOP? - Jimmy Vacca | Systems and Power #20

   Jimmy Vacca Vacca is a former New York City Councilman for the 13th City Council District of New York and Distinguished Lecturer of political science professor and Urban Studies at CUNY Queens College. Drawing on decades of experience in New York politics, Vacca returns to Systems & Power for his third conversation with Moses Parente. Just one day after the 2026 midterm elections, former New York City Councilman James Vacca returns to Systems & Power for his third appearance, joining host Moses Parente to break down the election results, the future of the Republican Party, and the battle for control of Washington. But Vacca offers a warning to Democrats: This election wasn't necessarily an endorsement of the Democratic Party. It was a rejection of the status quo. From economic frustration and rising living costs to tariffs, foreign policy, and declining voter enthusiasm, Vacca examines why the coalition that helped propel Donald Trump to victory in 2024 may be unraveling—and what Republicans must do to rebuild ahead of 2028. Here are approximate chapter timestamps from the selected recording: 0:14 — The election results and the scale of the Democratic wave 1:14  — How Trump’s coalition fell apart 3:33 — What the results could mean for 2028, including Texas and Florida 6:43 — What Democrats should do with their momentum 10:56 — The early field of possible 2028 presidential candidates 14:24 — Mississippi and the South’s political shift 17:40 — Ballot measures and local control 19:13 — Down-ballot effects and how the wave reshaped legislatures 22:28— Chuck Schumer, Senate leadership and campaign promises 25:17 — Fundraising, campaign money and small donors 30:15 — Trump’s influence over the next Republican presidential race 35:19 — Democratic oversight, hearings and cost-of-living priorities 38:35— The lame-duck Congress and what it might do before January 42:21 — Party leadership, coalition-building and representing a district 57:43— Comparing the wave to past political realignments 59:05— Mississippi, third-party candidates and strategic voting 63:16 — Closing remarks and thanks If you enjoyed the video: • Subscribe for more commentary and Systems & Power episodes • Like the video to support the channel • Leave a comment with your thoughts • Watch the full podcast conversation on the channel 📅 New episodes every Monday at 12 p.m. ET 🎧 Listen and watch: ▶️ YouTube: https://youtube.com/@itsmosesparente (https://youtube.com/@itsmosesparente) 🎙️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/033OlrjypMa5fS2Uqn3zYD (https://open.spotify.com/show/033OlrjypMa5fS2Uqn3zYD) 🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/tj/podcast/systems-and-power/id6790180591 (https://podcasts.apple.com/tj/podcast/systems-and-power/id6790180591) 📱 Follow me: Instagram: @itsmosesparente TikTok: @itsmosesparente LinkedIn: Moses Parente DISCLAIMERS The Systems & Power Podcast does not endorse or assume responsibility for the opinions expressed by its guests. We provide a platform for different perspectives under the premise that ideas should be heard, questioned, and put to the test. The views expressed on this channel are my own and do not represent those of my employer.

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   2 Nov 2026

   Should You Buy the Anthropic IPO? AI Bubble or Boom? - Niel Pal | Systems & Power Episode 19

   Is the Anthropic IPO a sign of an AI bubble, and should you buy on day one? Moses Parente talks with Siddharth Niel Pal about Anthropic's S-1 numbers, why advertising matters for AI revenue, and why Niel would wait a few weeks before buying.They also cover: Google, cloud spending and why startups are moving to GCP Kalshi, Polymarket and whether prediction markets will replace polls How clipping and short-form content are changing marketing and fame Populism, the wealth created by AI and the 2026 elections 0:00 Welcome and Anthropic IPO outlook 0:48 Is this an AI bubble? 1:29 Why ads matter for AI revenue 6:22 Should you buy on IPO day? 7:18 New wealth and the tech workforce 14:43 Google, cloud and GCP 22:47 Kalshi and prediction markets vs. polls 30:27 Short-form content and clipping 38:14 Content creation, authenticity and attention 46:55 Lessons from 19 episodes of podcasting 50:13 Trump, Mamdani and populism 58:44 Wealth, billionaires and politics 1:04:36 Wrap-up Not financial advice. These are the speakers' personal opinions. If you enjoyed the video: • Subscribe for more commentary and Systems & Power episodes • Like the video to support the channel • Leave a comment with your thoughts • Watch the full podcast conversation on the channel 📅 New episodes every Monday at 12 p.m. ET 🎧 Listen and watch: ▶️ YouTube: https://youtube.com/@itsmosesparente (https://youtube.com/@itsmosesparente) 🎙️ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/033OlrjypMa5fS2Uqn3zYD (https://open.spotify.com/show/033OlrjypMa5fS2Uqn3zYD) 🍏 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/tj/podcast/systems-and-power/id6790180591 (https://podcasts.apple.com/tj/podcast/systems-and-power/id6790180591) 📱 Follow me: Instagram: @itsmosesparente TikTok: @itsmosesparente LinkedIn: Moses Parente DISCLAIMERS The Systems & Power Podcast does not endorse or assume responsibility for the opinions expressed by its guests. We provide a platform for different perspectives under the premise that ideas should be heard, questioned, and put to the test. The views expressed on this channel are my own and do not represent those of my employer. #AIAgents #ArtificialIntelligence #Startups #Entrepreneurship #Technology #SystemsAndPower

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