Tech, Marry, Kill is a fast-paced video podcast about the forces shaping technology and society. From AI to Big Tech power plays, we debate what deserves our commitment and what should be left behind.
Tech, Marry, Kill
Claim This Podcastby Aya Jaff, Jessica Burbank
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Tech, Marry, Kill is a fast-paced video podcast about the forces shaping technology and society. From AI to Big Tech power plays, we debate what deserves our commitment and what should be left behind.
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June 10, 2026
What if the Pope is the Antichrist? (Plus: SpaceX Valuation & "Broligarchy") | #8
<p>In this packed episode of <strong>Tech Marry Kill</strong>, hosts Jessica Burbank and Aya Jaff kick things off with some incredible news: Aya’s brand-new book, <strong>"Broligarchy"</strong>, has officially debuted in the top 5 on the Spiegel bestseller list!</p><p>The hosts then dive straight into the numbers behind Elon Musk’s massive plans for a SpaceX IPO, questioning whether the valuation actually adds up. Plus, they look into a fascinating legal battle involving the ULM5 Palestinian activist court case, analyze the Vatican's bizarre new alliance with tech corporations to regulate AI (leading Jessica to ask: "What if the Pope is the Antichrist?"), and break down the latest viral internet phenomenon: "Italian Brain Rot."</p><ul><li><p><strong>Celebrating "Broligarchy":</strong> Aya shares the exciting news of her book's success on the German bestseller charts and the roadmap for an upcoming English release.</p></li><li><p><strong>The SpaceX IPO Mirage:</strong> An in-depth financial reality check on the world's most valuable private company and why the math behind its public offering might not be as solid as it seems.</p></li><li><p><strong>The ULM5 Lawsuit:</strong> Exposing the legal and human rights implications surrounding Palestinian activists, featuring exclusive insights from the lawyers directly involved.</p></li><li><p><strong>The Pope’s AI Alliance:</strong> Why the Vatican is stepping into the tech regulation arena with help from major AI corporations—and the ethical red flags it raises.</p></li><li><p><strong>Internet Culture Corner:</strong> A hilarious breakdown of "Italian Brain Rot" TikTok trends and how algorithmic humor is shaping the gap between generations.</p></li></ul><p>Aya’s Book:</p><p><a href="https://www.ullstein.de/werke/aya-jaff-broligarchie/hardcover/9783430212120"><u>https://www.ullstein.de/werke/aya-jaff-broligarchie/hardcover/9783430212120</u></a> , <a href="https://ulm5.info/de/news/2026/06/04/family-press-release-4-june-2026"><u>https://ulm5.info/de/news/2026/06/04/family-press-release-4-june-2026</u></a> </p><p>Chapter: </p><p><strong>00:00 Intro: Celebrating Aya’s Bestseller "Broligarchy"!</strong></p><p><strong>01:05 The SpaceX IPO: Checking the math behind Elon Musk's biggest valuation.</strong></p><p><strong>11:15 Activism on Trial: Inside the ULM5 Palestinian activist court case.</strong></p><p><strong>21:40 What if the Pope is the Antichrist?: The Vatican's unexpected corporate alliance to police AI ethics.</strong></p><p><strong>31:10 Digital Trends: Deconstructing the "Italian Brain Rot" phenomenon on TikTok.</strong></p><p><strong>39:20 Tech, Marry, Kill: The definitive verdict of the week and final sign-off.</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Join the conversation and see behind-the-scenes content on Instagram:</p><ul><li><p>👉<a href="https://www.instagram.com/ayajaff/"> </a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/kaburbank/"><u>https://www.instagram.com/kaburbank/</u></a> </p></li><li><p>👉 <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ayajaff/"><u>https://www.instagram.com/ayajaff/</u></a> </p></li></ul><p><strong>Got a tip?</strong> Share your tech stories or episode suggestions anonymously via <strong>Signal (kaburbank.77)</strong> or DM us on Instagram.</p><p><strong>If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a 5-star review, and share it with a friend!</strong> 🔔</p><p><strong>Key Discussion Points:📱 Connect With Us:</strong><br></p>
May 9, 2026
OpenAI’s Legal Battle, RAM Monopolies, and Taxing the Rich | #7
<p>In this episode of <strong>Tech Marry Kill</strong>, Jessica Burbank and Aya Jaff tackle the high-stakes drama currently shaking Silicon Valley. We go deep into the federal courtroom where Elon Musk is suing Sam Altman, revealing the messy history of OpenAI’s transition from a non-profit to a multibillion-dollar corporate giant.</p><p>Beyond the "billionaire catfight," we expose Sam Altman’s move to allegedly corner 40% of the global RAM supply and what this means for tech sovereignty. Plus, we discuss the massive grassroots success of the "Billionaire Tax Act" in California and why even some "Tech Bros" are starting to fear a civil war if wealth inequality isn't addressed.</p><p>Key Discussion Points:</p><ul><li><p><strong>Musk vs. Altman:</strong> A breakdown of the legal battle over OpenAI's soul. Is it a fight for humanity or just a billionaire power struggle?</p></li><li><p><strong>The RAM Monopoly:</strong> Why Sam Altman is reportedly buying up global hardware supplies and how it creates intentional scarcity for competitors.</p></li><li><p><strong>The Billionaire Tax Act:</strong> How a healthcare union gathered 1.5 million signatures to put a 5% wealth tax on the California ballot.</p></li><li><p><strong>The "Lost Einsteins":</strong> Why extreme wealth inequality isn't just a social issue—it’s an innovation killer that prevents brilliant minds from succeeding.</p></li><li><p><strong>The Robot Tax & Automation:</strong> Bernie Sanders’ proposal to tax machines that replace human labor and fix a tax code that currently rewards companies for firing workers.</p></li><li><p><strong>The Revolution of Cooperatives:</strong> Why withdrawing from the corporate imperialist economy and building sovereign communities is the non-violent path forward.</p><p><br></p><p>Jess' article: https://substack.com/@kaburbank/note/p-191923353?r=7kqgfz&utm_medium=ios&utm_source=notes-share-action </p></li></ul><p>Chapter: </p><p><strong>00:00</strong> Intro: Billionaires, Sam Altman, and taxing the rich.</p><p><strong>01:01</strong> Elon Musk vs. OpenAI: The courtroom battle in Oakland.</p><p><strong>06:34</strong> Hoarding Hardware: Sam Altman’s alleged 40% RAM monopoly.</p><p><strong>11:09</strong> California’s Billionaire Tax Act: 1.5 million signatures for change.</p><p><strong>15:19</strong> Does taxing the rich hurt innovation? Debunking the "Dragon" myth.</p><p><strong>18:01</strong> The "All-In" Epiphany: When Tech Bros realize inequality causes violence.</p><p><strong>21:26</strong> The Robot Tax: Bernie Sanders’ plan for an automated workforce.</p><p><strong>28:23</strong> Why the current tax code rewards firing humans over hiring them.</p><p><strong>33:32</strong> The Stats of Inequality: 12 people vs. 4 billion people.</p><p><strong>37:40</strong> The Cooperative Revolution: Building a new economy from the ground up.</p><p><strong>44:19 </strong>Cliffhanger: FISA, surveillance bills, and the Digital Dollar.<strong> </strong></p><p> Connect With Us:</p><p>Join the conversation and see behind-the-scenes content on Instagram:</p><ul><li><p>👉<a href="https://www.instagram.com/ayajaff/"> </a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/kaburbank/"><u>https://www.instagram.com/kaburbank/</u></a> </p></li><li><p>👉 <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ayajaff/"><u>https://www.instagram.com/ayajaff/</u></a> </p></li></ul><p><strong>Got a tip?</strong> Share your tech stories or episode suggestions anonymously via <strong>Signal (kaburbank.77)</strong> or DM us on Instagram.</p><p><strong>If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a 5-star review, and share it with a friend!</strong> 🔔</p><p><br></p>
April 27, 2026
Palantir’s Ideology, Labor Movements, and the Surveillance State | #6
<p>In this explosive episode of <strong>Tech Marry Kill</strong>, Jessica Burbank and Aya Jaff break down the newly released "Palantir Manifesto"—a document that outlines the company’s controversial ideology and its vision for a future dominated by AI weaponry and state surveillance.</p><p>The conversation then shifts to the front lines of the tech industry: <strong>Labor Movements</strong>. Aya reports back from a major conference in Berlin, sharing insights on how tech workers are organizing to reclaim power from the "Brolygarchy." Meanwhile, Jessica reveals how her reporting on <strong>Flock Safety</strong> and mass surveillance has made her some powerful enemies, leading to a discussion on the legal bullying used by tech giants to silence critics.</p><p>Key Discussion Points:</p><ul><li><p><strong>The Palantir Manifesto:</strong> Analyzing the "Us vs. Them" rhetoric in Palantir’s new ideological blueprint and why they claim more weapons are the only solution for Western democracies.</p></li><li><p><strong>Tech Labor Organizing:</strong> Aya’s firsthand account of the growing unionization efforts in Europe and why tech workers are finally standing up against exploitative management.</p></li><li><p><strong>The Flock Safety Controversy:</strong> Jessica discusses the expansion of Automated License Plate Readers (ALPRs) and the aggressive tactics used by surveillance companies to intimidate journalists.</p></li><li><p><strong>The "Freedom" Myth:</strong> How tech billionaires use the language of democracy to justify products that actually undermine privacy and civil liberties.</p></li><li><p><strong>Organizing for Change:</strong> Why the future of tech isn't just about code, but about the collective power of the people building it.</p></li></ul><p>Chapter:<strong>00:00 </strong>Intro: Making enemies in Big Tech and high-stakes reporting.</p><p><strong>02:15</strong> Decoding the Palantir Manifesto: Ideology, AI warfare, and the "Defense of the West".</p><p><strong>09:40</strong> The "Superiority" Narrative: Palantir’s view of Western democracy and tech dominance.</p><p><strong>15:22</strong> Labor Movements in Tech: Aya’s report from the Berlin Organizing Conference.</p><p><strong>22:50</strong> Power in Numbers: Why tech workers are finally unionizing against the "Brolygarchy".</p><p><strong>29:15 </strong>Flock Safety & Mass Surveillance: The expansion of ALPR technology across America.</p><p><strong>36:10</strong> Lawsuits as Weapons: How tech giants use the legal system to silence investigative journalists.</p><p><strong>41:00</strong> Tech, Marry, Kill: The final verdict on labor rights and the surveillance state.</p><p><strong>📱 Connect With Us:</strong></p><p>Join the conversation and see behind-the-scenes content on Instagram:</p><ul><li><p>👉<a href="https://www.instagram.com/ayajaff/"> </a><a href="https://www.instagram.com/kaburbank/"><u>https://www.instagram.com/kaburbank/</u></a> </p></li><li><p>👉 <a href="https://www.instagram.com/ayajaff/"><u>https://www.instagram.com/ayajaff/</u></a> </p></li></ul><p><strong>Got a tip?</strong> Share your tech stories or episode suggestions anonymously via <strong>Signal (kaburbank.77)</strong> or DM us on Instagram.</p><p><strong>If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, leave a 5-star review, and share it with a friend!</strong> 🔔</p>
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