Best CLG Podcasts (2026)

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The Valley Current®: Is AI Becoming a Commodity? 56:54

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AI's boom might be racing toward a dead end as today's LLMs look more like vacuum tubes than world-changers. In this episode of The Valley Current®, Jack Russo and former Apple executive Russ Irwin break down why AI is rapidly becoming a commodity and why the real power will shift to industry-specific systems built on the private data companies alr…

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The Valley Current®: Newsom v. Trump: State v. Federal Power 48:34

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On this episode of The Valley Current®, host Jack Russo unpacks the high-stakes battle between California Governor Gavin Newsom and President Trump. From Judge Breyer's lightning-fast injunction against federal forces in Los Angeles to the thorny question of who enforces a ruling when the White House defies it, Jack dives into the clash between sta…

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The Valley Current®: Will Trump/Xi Recreate China/US Harmony? 35:53

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*]:pointer-events-auto scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]" dir="auto" tabindex="-1" data-turn-id= "request-WEB:15865f9e-a9a4-42f4-ad7d-82b557ce1de4-3" data-testid= "conversation-turn-8" data-scroll-anchor="false" data-turn= "assistant"> Can two of the world's most unpredictable leaders find common ground? Can Donald T…

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The Valley Current®: How is AI Changing IP Strategy? 39:20

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Can artificial intelligence outsmart the patent lawyer? Host Jack Russo sits down with veteran patent prosecutor, Greg Smith, Esq., to tackle that very question. They explore how tools like ChatGPT are shaking up trademark filings, patent drafting, and the entire legal workflow. Greg shares stories from the trenches of the U.S. Patent Office and wh…

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The Valley Current®: How are 21st Century IP Lawyers Using AI? 34:03

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What happens when intellectual property law meets cutting-edge AI? On today's episode of The Valley Current®, host Jack Russo sits down with patent attorney Ron Abramson to explore how AI is reshaping the daily practice of law. From refining 100-page patent drafts to generating smarter figures with data-driven prompts, Ron shares how AI boosts cohe…

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The Valley Current®: Will AI Improve Understanding of Risk? 53:24

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Artificial intelligence is reshaping how we calculate chance, and how we fool ourselves with it. In this episode, Jack Russo talks with Stanford's Professor Sam Savage, the mind behind Probability Management, about the hidden math driving our biggest decisions. From budget-airline safety stats to coffee-cancer myths and courtroom data battles, they…

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The Valley Current®: Will VCs will Survive Our Post-AI Economy? 38:32

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In this episode of The Valley Current®, host Jack Russo welcomes SC Moatti, CEO of Mighty Capital and author of Mobilized, for a deep dive into how venture capital must adapt to the realities of a post-AI economy. Moatti explains how artificial intelligence is extending human capability across mind, body, and spirit, creating a new generation of "i…

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The Valley Current®: Is a real estate crash inevitable? 39:05

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Is California's housing market headed for a major correction or another boom? On today's episode of The Valley Current®, host Jack Russo and mortgage lender Joe Cucchiara cut through the noise to expose the bubbles, risks, and hidden opportunities shaping the current real estate landscape. From Palo Alto's skyrocketing values to San Diego's emergin…

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The Valley Current®: Is another 2008 market collapse inevitable? 31:42

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Are we heading for another 2008-style meltdown? On today's episode of The Valley Current®, host Jack Russo and finance veteran Joe Cucchiara connect the dots between shaky real estate appraisals, surging insurance premiums, and a market showing serious cracks. They dive into why cautious investors are pulling back, how AI is quietly reshaping the j…

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The Valley Current®: What Are We (Still) Learning from the Mayans? 46:15

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What can the Mayans teach us about resilience, community, and sustainability today? In this episode of The Valley Current®, host Jack Russo sits down with Peace Corps volunteer Chris Hansen to uncover how timeless traditions are fueling modern change in rural Guatemala. From worm composting and mushroom farming to poultry co-ops led by women, Chris…

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The Valley Current®: What did the MIT AI Report Miss? 59:07

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What did the MIT AI Report overlook and why does it matter now? On today's episode of The Valley Current®, host Jack Russo sits down with Dr. Yon Chung, CEO of Florence AI Incubator, to expose the hard truth behind today's AI gold rush. With failure rates topping 90%, they reveal how corporate leaders are charging ahead blindly, risking the same fa…

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The Valley Current®: What real creativity produces SV success? 44:00

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What does real creativity produce in Silicon Valley and how does it fuel lasting success? In today's episode of The Valley Current®, Jack Russo welcomes serial entrepreneur Marc Canter for a wide-ranging conversation that fuses tech history with personal legacy. Marc revisits the early days of Alcatel switches powering stadium Wi-Fi, the launch of …

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The Valley Current®: How do Immigrants Help America? 34:16

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From a small town in Gujarat to leading a global consultancy, Hardik Parekh joins Jack Russo on The Valley Current® to share his thrilling journey of grit, risk, and innovation. Hear how he bootstrapped his firm Searce from scratch, transformed consulting with a "talk less, do more" mantra, and scaled to 1,300 employees across 12 countries all with…

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The Valley Current®: How to Find Paradise Through Service? 1:00:18

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How does one find paradise through service? In today's episode of The Valley Current®, host Jack Russo sits down with Peace Corps volunteer Chris Hansen, who swapped a business suit for hiking boots in the Guatemalan highlands. From building school gardens and vaccinating chickens to importing coffee gear and planning a book, Chris shares how servi…

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The Valley Current®: What Would Karl Marx Think of AI/AGI? 49:46

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Is AI the new capitalist overlord Karl Marx warned us about? In this episode of The Valley Current®, host Jack Russo dives into the seismic shift happening at the intersection of labor, capital, and artificial intelligence with Professor Don Elan, a former finance academic turned globe-trotting tech founder. Don reveals his bold AI platform designe…

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The Valley Current®: Why are We So Nutritionally Illiterate? 28:31

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Why are so many Americans clueless about nutrition? In this warm, witty episode of The Valley Current®, Jack Russo sits down with cookbook author Jeanne Kennedy to explore our collective nutritional illiteracy. From freezer-friendly halibut soup to the forgotten art of home cooking, Jeanne dishes out practical tips, personal stories, and sharp insi…

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The Valley Current®: What is a Good Autocracy? 1:02:00

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Is democracy living on borrowed time? In this electrifying episode of The Valley Current®, host Jack Russo sits down with David Nash, creator of The Segmented World, to explore whether a "good autocracy" might be the world's only path forward. Drawing on insights from his Segmented World Model and his upcoming book series, David argues that rising …

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The Valley Current®: Is Civility Even a Problem Within SCOTUS? 56:05

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Is civility slipping away at the Supreme Court, or is fierce debate just part of justice? Host Jack Russo talks with Professor Robert Acker about SCOTUS's big ruling against universal injunctions, limiting lower courts from blocking national policies. They break down the growing tension between Justices Barrett and Jackson, discussing how personal …

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The Valley Current®: Will MAGO (Make America Greatly Optimistic) Replace MAGA? 37:59

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Is it time to swap division for optimism? In today's episode of The Valley Current®, host Jack Russo sits down with Tom Casey to ask the big question: Can MAGO (Make America Greatly Optimistic) replace MAGA as the nation's rallying cry? Tom unpacks how shifting from anger to optimism could transform politics, business leadership, and the national p…

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The Valley Current®: What is a HELOC and why is it valuable? 42:52

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Could your home's equity be the secret weapon in your financial toolkit? Host Jack Russo and Joe Cucchiara unpack the power of Home Equity Lines of Credit (HELOCs) and why they're surging in popularity. With flexible borrowing, prime-minus rates, and credit-card-style access, HELOCs are reshaping financial strategies. They explore how rising intere…

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Why is RoboTaxi So Important for Tesla? 1:02:46

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Why is RoboTaxi So Important for Tesla? Buckle up as host Jack Russo and tech analyst Pat Duke take you on an electrifying ride through Tesla's RoboTaxi revolution and what it means for the future of transportation and investing. From Pat's bold prediction of 100% electric car sales by 2028 to Tesla's vision of half a million steering-wheel-free ro…

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White Knuckling & the High Price of Powering Through 18:21

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White knuckling your way through dumpster fires + stacked deadlines might *seem impressive* but underneath constantly second-guessing yourself, obsessively counting of how much you accomplished while beating yourself up — are hidden costs eating away at your efficiency (and overall ability to enjoy the life you’ve worked so hard to create). This ep…

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The Valley Current®: Why Are Cybersecurity Breaches Inevitable? 27:06

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Is anyone safe in today's digital battlefield? In today's episode of The Valley Current®, host Jack Russo is joined by tech-savvy CPA Steve Rabin to unpack why cybersecurity breaches are no longer a matter of if but when. From fake clients to data-wiping hacks, they reveal how everyone from elderly investors to high-powered business professionals i…

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The Valley Current®: Will Ford and GM be out of business in 10 years? 47:39

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Are Ford and GM doomed? Host Jack Russo and his guest Pat Duke dive into the electrifying shift toward EVs and why legacy automakers may not survive it. With Tesla, BYD, and Xiaomi racing ahead, Pat argues traditional OEMs are too slow, too stuck, and too reliant on gas to adapt. They unpack trillion-dollar shifts from oil to batteries, autonomous …

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The Valley Current®: How to Live Like a Philanthropist/King in Laos? 45:18

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What if your retirement plan included a villa in Laos, a full-time staff, and a mission to give back all while dodging the economic chaos in the U.S.? In today's episode, Jack Russo calls up Robert Acker to unpack how he's turning his golden years into a blend of smart investing, international living, and grassroots philanthropy. They dig into the …

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The Valley Current®: What is one great alternative to retirement? 36:26

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At age 74, Chris Hansen traded retirement for reinvention by joining the Peace Corps in Guatemala. In today's episode of The Valley Current®, host Jack Russo talks with Chris about why service beats sitting still. From cultural immersion and multi-generational dynamics to empowering indigenous women with sustainable tools, Chris brings a lifetime o…

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How To Feel Your Feelings (So They Stop Controlling You) 31:54

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What if feeling your feelings didn’t mean falling apart — but actually gave you more control, not less? If white knuckling or pushing through is the best way you know how to feel your feelings. You’re not alone.Discover the hidden mistake keeping perfectionists stuck feeling on edge, why you can never outthink your feelings and the right way to fee…

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The Valley Current®: What is the Mindset of an Advanced 21st Century Lawyer? 26:56

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What happens when a computer scientist becomes a lawyer? Today on The Valley Current®, Jack Russo talks with Alexander Paykin, a tech-powered attorney who's turning traditional law practice on its head. From running a virtual firm to using AI like ChatGPT and Claude for legal drafting and research, Alexander shares how he's helping lawyers ditch in…

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The Valley Current®: Who are the Medicaid Millionaires? 18:02

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In this episode of The Valley Current®, host Jack Russo chats with attorney Maxwell McGhee to unpack this provocative question: Who are the "Medicaid Millionaires"? They dive into how wealthy individuals legally shield assets to qualify for government benefits meant for the needy—using savvy trusts, real estate loopholes, and strategic planning. Ja…

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The Valley Current®: What Does Signal Blunder Really Signal Globally? 53:49

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In this sweeping global analysis, Jack Russo and Robert Acker explore what the recent Signal messaging breach might reveal about America's declining trustworthiness as a global ally. Using maps, history, and geopolitics, they identify the South China Sea—not Ukraine or the Middle East—as the world's most critical hotspot. Professor Acker argues tha…

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The Valley Current®: Is Nvidia Now Embracing Quantum Computing? 12:39

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Host Jack Russo welcomes Jack Balletto and John Ferraro to discuss Nvidia's potential leap into quantum computing. The trio explores the parallels between the early semiconductor boom and today's quantum wave, speculating on whether Nvidia will acquire startups or talent to stay ahead. They highlight the complementary nature of quantum and conventi…

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The Valley Current®: What is Tax Treatment of Cybercrime Financial Losses (aka "SCAMS")? 19:57

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In this episode of The Valley Current®, host Jack Russo and CPA Steve Rabin dive into the tax challenges surrounding financial scams. With IRS staffing cuts, shifting audit risks, and the post-TCJA loss deduction rules, victims of scams may find themselves with fewer tax remedies—unless a business is involved. Jack and Steve unpack scenarios from w…

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Access Your Abilities in a Way Burnt Out You Could Never Compete With 18:36

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You’re doing everything right. You’re ambitious, successful + driven. So why is it your energy is nonexistent, patience is razor-thin + your mind can't stop overthinking? If your days are starting with dread and ending in exhaustion — this episode is your wake-up call. On paper, you’ve got it together— isn’t it time you felt like it? Whether it's s…

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The Valley Current®: Is this any way to run a Military Operation? 30:09

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In this explosive episode of The Valley Current®, host Jack Russo talks with Col. Tom Casey about the shocking national security breach where Trump's administration accidentally leaked active U.S. military bombing plans to a reporter via the Signal app. They break down the staggering failures—using unsecured apps, failing to vet participants, and e…

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The #1 Thing That Stops Perfectionists from Growth 16:58

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Feel like you're working hard but not seeing the progress you want? It's NOT YOU or your PERFECTIONISM – it's your Person Account™ . Discover my proprietary framework that’s changing the game for Perfectionist Solution’s clients, and will do the same for you. In this Episode You’ll Learn: How ruminating + running a 10k impact you the exact same way…

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The Valley Current®: Is Silicon Valley Now Extending Into the European Union? 16:14

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In this episode of The Valley Current®, host Jack Russo is joined by global entrepreneur Julie Meyer to explore how the spirit of Silicon Valley is taking root across the European Union. Julie shares insights from her "Follow the Entrepreneur" movement, revealing how European markets—from Zurich to Greece—are embracing innovation and decentralizati…

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Neuroplasticity 7:20

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On paper, you’ve got it together— isn’t it time you felt like it? Whether it's stop playing out worst case scenarios in your head or JOYFULLY PRESENT AMBITIOUS again, Perfectionism Optimized, private 1-1 coaching gives you the life-long skills to *finally feel* as amazing on the inside as your life looks on the outside. Get your stress-free start t…

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The Valley Current®: Will Robo-CPAs & Robo-Tax CPAs Emerge from Advanced AI? 15:00

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In this episode of The Valley Current®, Jack Russo speaks with CPA Steve Rabin about the future of AI in accounting and tax preparation. While AI-driven bookkeeping has seen major setbacks—such as the collapse of Bench—Rabin explains why human oversight remains essential for complex financial tasks. Simple tax returns may soon be automated, but nua…

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Can’t Stop Ruminating? Here's Why 21:52

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"Part of the reason I stay super busy is bc if I stop to rest l'll ruminate. And if I ruminate, I start spiraling. And if I spiraling I'm like a nosediving plane" Sound familiar? Discover the ANSWER to WHY you get stuck in your most annoying perfectionist tendencies, like ruminating, catastrophizing, overthinking every small mistake etc. Plus the 6…

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The Valley Current® What is DeepSeek? 58:21

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What if you could run your own AI—no cloud, no data leaks, just pure, local intelligence? In this episode of The Valley Current®, Jack Russo dives into DeepSeek with Dr. Yon Chung, who's turned an old PC into a powerful AI engine. They break down how this open-source model stacks up against cloud-based giants and why law firms, startups, and securi…

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Perfectionist Tendencies Begin In Your Brain 17:18

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Constantly overthinking? Still ruminating over that convo with your boss? You're not alone. Uncover how perfectionistic tendencies like being super rigid, people pleasing, over-preparing, excessively worrying — are actually signs your perfectionistic brain is misfiring. Plus, learn the neuroscience-backed solution to take charge of your perfectioni…

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The Valley Current®: 21st Century Lifestyle Mindset 52:24

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In this episode of The Valley Current®, Jack Russo heads to Stanford University to explore the fascinating intersection of lifestyle medicine, longevity, and human potential. Drawing on insights from Dr. Walter Bortz and Dr. Leonard Hayflick, he discusses the concept of the "metabolic field" and the Hayflick limit, which defines the lifespan of hum…

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Tired of Feeling Overwhelmed? Start Here 22:06

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Feeling overwhelmed? Stressed out? Anxious? Being vague about your emotions is like saying you're "craving food" for dinner—utterly unhelpful! Your perfectionist brain needs precision to create the right action plan for you. Learn why labeling your emotions accurately is crucial for regulating your body's responses and the essential skillset all pe…