Best Copilot Studio Podcasts (2025)

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Agentic AI Evolves: Microsoft Introduces Copilot Studio for All Users 2:33

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In today's Cloud Wars Minute, I break down how Microsoft is redefining the agentic AI landscape with Copilot Studio Lite and Full Experience, offering tailored tools for both low-code creators and enterprise-grade developers. Highlights 00:03 — Microsoft has announced the launch of Copilot Studio Lite and Copilot Studio Full Experience, two version…

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Copilot Studio Updates, Licensing Changes, and Local AI Testing with Jan – Practical 365 Podcast S04E43 34:04

2h ago34:04

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Join Steve Goodman and Paul Robichaux as they unpack Microsoft’s latest Copilot Studio updates, including new licensing terminology, human-in-the-loop features, and real-time protection for AI agents. Plus, hear how Jan can help you test AI agents locally before deploying them in Microsoft 365, and get their take on Microsoft’s quiet reversal of it…

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Managing Vendor Incidents with Mandi Walls 31:45

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You're down - is it your servers, or someone else's? While at the Kansas City Developers Conference, Richard sits down with Mandi Walls from Pager Duty about her experiences dealing with incidents involving vendor services. It might be your cloud provider, or some other SaaS element of a pipeline, or even an open-source library dependency in an imp…

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20250923 - ‘Workslop’: bad study, but an excellent word 7:10

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wasting coworkers’ time with AI — as directed Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/davidgerard YouTube memberships: https://www.youtube.com/@PivotToAI hit "Join" Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/A1529D5 Buy me nice things: https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/3Q8VZW46J6DM6 Get an extremely cool Pivot to AI shirt or mug: https://pivot-to-ai.redbubble.com Cel…

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Think Harder, Not Less: The 'AI Makes You Dumber' Myth 25:39

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Hosts: Mark Smith, Meg Smith 🔴 For full Show Notes: https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/734 AI augments, it doesn’t replace. The hosts show how to pair human judgment with practical workflows: Copilot’s Researcher to gather sources, branching chats to explore options, and Markdown for efficient prompting. They debunk “AI makes you dumber” he…

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Episode 106: Navigating Zone Governance in AI (w/ Priya Vaidyanathan) 35:30

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How do you balance speed and safety in the age of AI agents? In this episode, Priya Vaidyanathan joins Sean, Wendy, and Ken to talk about zone governance. They explain how the framework helps organizations innovate quickly while maintaining security, what it means to segment environments into zones, and how real customers, such as Heineken, are imp…

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'Oracle Killers': Fantasy Fizzles, Oracle DB Business Booms 5:49

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In today's Cloud Wars Minute, I explore how the long-dismissed "legacy" giant Oracle continues to defy the odds and outperform expectations — particularly in the cloud database space. Highlights 00:14 — It's interesting what a little bit of time reveals to us. I was looking over Oracle's numbers last week. It made me think back not too long ago, 10…

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New collaborative agents in Microsoft 365 Copilot 9:39

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The newest agents for Microsoft 365 Copilot users can now act as virtual members of your team, helping you stay organized, informed, and secure while you work. Watch how these collaborative agents partner with you in real time across your everyday apps. Knowledge Agent streamlines SharePoint by auto-tagging files, retiring outdated pages, and even …

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20250922 - UK public doesn’t trust AI, Tony Blair Institute worried! 5:42

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it’s you plebs who are wrong Text version: https://pivot-to-ai.com/2025/09/22/the-uk-public-doesnt-trust-ai-the-tony-blair-institute-is-very-worried/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/davidgerard YouTube memberships: https://www.youtube.com/@PivotToAI hit "Join" Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/A1529D5 Buy me nice things: https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlis…

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How AI Is Democratizing Development for Everyone 26:09

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Get featured on the show by leaving us a Voice Mail: https://bit.ly/MIPVM 🎙️ FULL SHOW NOTES https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/733 What does it take to move from AI experimentation to enterprise-scale impact? In this episode, Yina Arenas—VP at Microsoft—shares how Azure AI Foundry is helping developers and organizations build, customize, a…

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Workday’s Gerrit Kazmaier on Simplifying ERP with AI‑First Design & Open Ecosystem | Cloud Wars Live 14:55

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In this episode, Bob Evans chats with Gerrit Kazmaier, President, Products and Technology, Workday. They explore how Workday is evolving into a platform company, the role of AI agents in reshaping enterprise workflows, and why trust, accuracy, and extensibility are key to future-ready business solutions. Kazmaier also discusses Workday’s approach t…

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Workday Product Prez Gerrit Kazmaier: Agent-Powered ERP for AI Era 3:30

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In today's Cloud Wars Minute, I explore Workday’s bold entry into the ERP space and share insights from my interview with Gerrit Kazmaier on how AI and data are reshaping enterprise software. Highlights 00:24 — Last week, 30,000 people were at Workday’s big Rising event in San Francisco. I had a chance to sit down with Product and Technology Presid…

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John Bristowe: The Latest from Octopus Deploy - Episode 368 32:38

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John Bristowe brings over 20 years of experience in technology to his role as Community Director at Octopus Deploy. His career includes time at Progress and Microsoft, where he developed his skills in management and technology. Known for a straightforward and engaging style, John often speaks at industry conferences, sharing practical tips and insi…

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20250921 - ‘Stop Worrying About AI’s Return on Investment’ said the wallet inspector 7:14

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‘Stop being such a breadhead’ said the pickpocket Text version: https://pivot-to-ai.com/2025/09/21/stop-worrying-about-ais-return-on-investment-said-the-wallet-inspector/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/davidgerard YouTube memberships: https://www.youtube.com/@PivotToAI hit "Join" Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/A1529D5 Buy me nice things: https://www.am…

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20250920 - Albania’s AI minister speaks! And turns out to be an actor 3:59

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with bonus Mira Murati from Thinking Machines and OpenAI! Text version: https://pivot-to-ai.com/2025/09/20/albanias-ai-minister-speaks-and-turns-out-to-be-an-actor/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/davidgerard YouTube memberships: https://www.youtube.com/@PivotToAI hit "Join" Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/A1529D5 Buy me nice things: https://www.amazon.c…

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20250919 - Business Insider will publish AI stories, without disclosure 4:47

5h ago4:47

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‘It was the most perfect document I’ve ever sent’ Text version: https://pivot-to-ai.com/2025/09/19/business-insider-will-publish-ai-stories-without-disclosure/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/davidgerard YouTube memberships: https://www.youtube.com/@PivotToAI hit "Join" Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/A1529D5 Buy me nice things: https://www.amazon.co.uk/…

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Choosing the right Virtual Machine on Azure 8:50

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Build and run everything from simple web apps to AI supercomputing by matching each workload to the right Azure VM in minutes. Find and know exactly what you’re provisioning by understanding the naming format to see CPU type, memory, storage, and features before deployment to match what your app or workload needs. Use free tools like Azure Migrate …

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Microsoft Brings Animated AI Copilot to Samsung TVs and Monitors 1:59

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In today's Cloud Wars Minute, I look at Microsoft’s decision to bring Copilot into the living room through Samsung TVs and monitors. Highlights 00:02 — Copilot will be launched on select Samsung TVs and monitors. David Washington, Partner and General Manager of Microsoft AI, stated, “Copilot on Samsung TVs and monitors brings AI out of your pocket …

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20250918 - OpenAI fights the evil scheming AI! Which doesn’t exist yet 6:39

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if all else fails, tell the bot to act evil Text version: https://pivot-to-ai.com/2025/09/18/openai-fights-the-evil-scheming-ai-which-doesnt-exist-yet/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/davidgerard YouTube memberships: https://www.youtube.com/@PivotToAI hit "Join" Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/A1529D5 Buy me nice things: https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishl…

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Episode 105: The New Project Manager (with Shree Shasta Kumar and Milan Kumar Mohapatra) 32:29

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What if your project manager had an AI teammate? In this episode, the Planner team’s Shree Shasta Kumar and Milan Kumar Mohapatra join us to introduce the Project Manager Agent. They explain why Microsoft built it, how it integrates with Teams and meetings, and the guardrails in place to keep outputs grounded and secure. From automating status repo…

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Workday Jumps Into ERP Powered by Agents + AI 5:30

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In today's Cloud Wars Minute, I look at Workday’s bold pivot into the ERP market — after 20 years of steering clear. Highlights 00:14 — Workday has been having a lively week here in San Francisco at its big Rising event. But I think the biggest news here is that Workday says that after 20 years of saying, "Hey, we don't do ERP," now Workday’s going…

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Scott Hunter

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Conversation with Scott Hunter (VP Microsoft) about Visual Studio, CoPilot Agents, MCP, Azure, Azure Functions and much more. Watch on YouTube Note: ZenCastr ate Scott’s links, but you can get started at https://learn.microsoft.comBy Jesse Liberty

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Scott Hunter

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Conversation with Scott Hunter (VP Microsoft) about Visual Studio, CoPilot Agents, MCP, Azure, Azure Functions and much more. Watch on YouTube Note: ZenCastr ate Scott’s links, but you can get started at https://learn.microsoft.comBy Jesse Liberty

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20250917 - We simulated the human mind with a chatbot. It didn’t work 6:09

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not advocating data fraud! technically Text version: https://pivot-to-ai.com/2025/09/17/we-simulated-the-human-mind-with-a-chatbot-it-didnt-work/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/davidgerard YouTube memberships: https://www.youtube.com/@PivotToAI hit "Join" Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/A1529D5 Buy me nice things: https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls…

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Copilot in Action: Real Wins and Pitfalls in M365 24:49

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Get featured on the show by leaving us a Voice Mail: https://bit.ly/MIPVM 🎙️ FULL SHOW NOTES https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/732 What happens when AI meets the classroom, the boardroom, and the whiteboard? In this episode, Joshua Jones—Director of Training at Voltage Learning—shares how he’s helping professionals and educators unlock the…

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Gary Miller on Aligning Customer and Partner Success in the AI Era | Cloud Wars Live 18:53

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Gary Miller, Executive Vice President and Customer Success Officer, Oracle, talks to Bob Evans about how Oracle is helping customers navigate their AI journeys — whether they're just starting out or scaling enterprise-wide adoption. He shares how Oracle is embedding AI across its entire technology stack, aligning partner and customer success strate…

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Revolut Taps Google Cloud’s AI to Scale Fintech Services Worldwide 1:58

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In today's Cloud Wars Minute, I’m sharing why Revolut’s decision to scale with Google Cloud shows the power of AI-first infrastructure in fintech. Highlights 00:03 — While I'm almost 100% certain that everyone is very familiar with Google Cloud, perhaps fewer are aware of Revolut. This fintech company, started in the UK in 2015, now serves 60 milli…

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Certificate Automation with Todd Gardner 35:02

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The days of the one-year SSL certificate are coming to an end - are you ready? Richard chats with Todd Gardner about the upcoming requirement from the Certification Authority Browser Forum to limit SSL certs to 200 days starting March 2026 - and they keep getting shorter until by 2029, certificates will last no longer than 47 days! If you haven't a…

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20250916 - The hype after AI: lads, it’s looking really quantum 7:06

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Schrödinger’s bubble Text version: https://pivot-to-ai.com/2025/09/16/the-hype-after-ai-lads-its-looking-really-quantum/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/davidgerard YouTube memberships: https://www.youtube.com/@PivotToAI hit "Join" Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/A1529D5 Buy me nice things: https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/3Q8VZW46J6DM6 Get an ext…

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AI Is a Mirror: Better Prompts, Better Results 28:54

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Hosts: Mark Smith, Meg Smith 🎙️ FULL SHOW NOTES https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/731 Most people treat AI like a search box, then complain when the answers feel thin. In this episode, Meg and Mark reframe AI as a conversation you practise on purpose. From a “five prompts a day” habit to stronger Custom Instructions, they show how intentio…

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The Evolution of DevOps: Culture, Collaboration, and Code 26:18

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In this episode the host Zeshan Randhawa talks with Cory O'Daniel, CEO & Co-Founder at Massdriver. Their conversation revolves around the role of DevOps, its importance in today's digital landscape, and the cultural shift that it promotes.By Zeshan Randhawa

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Episode 104: How AI Makes Us More Human (w/ Phil Topness) 35:34

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AI won’t do everything for us, but it can clear space for the work that matters. In this episode, Phil Topness shares how AI enables organizations to shift from merely checking boxes to unlocking creativity and connection. We discuss adoption journeys, the importance of governance and data readiness, and how executive sponsors can establish a visio…

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Google Cloud Hottest, Oracle and Microsoft Also Rock 4:33

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Highlights 00:12 — Now on the Cloud Wars Top 10 growth chart, this is one of the great representations of this greatest growth market the world has ever known, and for about the sixth or seventh straight quarter, Google Cloud emerges as the world’s hottest major cloud vendor, 32% growth, but Oracle and Microsoft were also rocking recently, and it o…

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20250915 - UK government productivity not enhanced by Copilot AI 4:03

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Never mind, we’ll hire someone ... oh. Text version: https://pivot-to-ai.com/2025/09/15/uk-government-productivity-not-enhanced-by-copilot-ai/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/davidgerard YouTube memberships: https://www.youtube.com/@PivotToAI hit "Join" Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/A1529D5 Buy me nice things: https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/3Q…

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Why Low-Code Breeds Technical Debt 33:06

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Get featured on the show by leaving us a Voice Mail: https://bit.ly/MIPVM 🎙️ FULL SHOW NOTES https://www.microsoftinnovationpodcast.com/730 What happens when low-code platforms promise speed but deliver complexity? In this episode, Dovydas Grigaitis—a seasoned consultant and self-proclaimed Power Platform skeptic—pulls back the curtain on the hidde…

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Hyperscaler Pipeline $1.1 Trillion; #1 Oracle $455B, #2 Microsoft $368B 5:07

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In today's Cloud Wars Minute, I unpack how Oracle’s $455B RPO surge signals a massive shift in cloud leadership. Highlights 00:15 — We see across the Cloud Wars Top 10 an incredible sense of demand from businesses across the world — to help those businesses create their futures. And in fact, we've now got, just among the four hyperscalers, a pipeli…

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Mads Kristensen: Visual Studio 2026 - Episode 367 45:43

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Mads is a Principal Product Manager on the Visual Studio team at Microsoft, where he champions developer productivity, performance, and extensibility. With a deep passion for streamlining the development experience, Mads has created dozens of widely used Visual Studio extensions — including Web Essentials, File Nesting, and Markdown Editor v2 — and…

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20250914 - Medical research ethics is hard. Fake AI data is easy! 4:35

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we prefer to call it ‘synthesized’ Text version: https://pivot-to-ai.com/2025/09/14/medical-research-ethics-is-hard-but-fake-ai-data-is-easy/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/davidgerard YouTube memberships: https://www.youtube.com/@PivotToAI hit "Join" Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/A1529D5 Buy me nice things: https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/3Q8…

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20250913 - Canadian education report riddled with fake AI references 4:10

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‘There was an error made’ Text version: https://pivot-to-ai.com/2025/09/13/canadian-education-report-riddled-with-fake-ai-references/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/davidgerard YouTube memberships: https://www.youtube.com/@PivotToAI hit "Join" Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/A1529D5 Buy me nice things: https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/3Q8VZW46J6D…

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20250912 - Cursor looks at selling your data for AI training 5:44

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how Silicon Valley’s made its money for the past 20 years Text version: https://pivot-to-ai.com/2025/09/12/cursor-looks-into-selling-your-data-for-ai-training/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/davidgerard YouTube memberships: https://www.youtube.com/@PivotToAI hit "Join" Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/A1529D5 Buy me nice things: https://www.amazon.co.uk/…

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20250911 - Apple retrains Siri AI for the Trump anti-’woke’ era 5:34

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Vaccines and elections are ‘controversial’ now text version: https://pivot-to-ai.com/2025/09/11/apple-retrains-siri-ai-for-the-trump-anti-woke-era/ Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/davidgerard YouTube memberships: https://www.youtube.com/@PivotToAI hit "Join" Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/A1529D5 Buy me nice things: https://www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/…