MetroNews Hotline

Hotline Feature – Abrar Al-Heeti: AI Afterlife, Apple’s Event, and Smart Glasses Privacy 19.02.2026 9:18 ↓

Dave Weekly talks with CNET’s Abrar Al-Heeti about a Meta patent that could allow AI to continue posting on someone’s social media account after death, raising ethical and privacy concerns. They preview Apple’s upcoming March event and what to expect from more affordable iPhones and MacBooks. The conversation also examines the growing difficulty of spotting AI-generated content online and the pote...

Hotline Feature – Germain Lussier: Shrinking Easter Eggs, YouTube Filmmaking, and Predator’s Resurgence 19.02.2026 5:27 ↓

Dave Weekly talks with entertainment journalist Germain Lussier about a fun pop culture wrinkle involving Indiana Jones references inside Shrinking and what it means for shared universes. They discuss the theatrical success of the YouTuber-made horror film Iron Lung and whether online creators can break into the traditional studio system. The segment also covers Martin Scorsese’s cameo in the Star...

Hotline Feature – Dave Bryan: Steelers Drama, Hall of Fame Debate, and Draft Talk 17.02.2026 10:50 ↓

Dave Weekly is joined by Dave Bryan of Steelers Depot to break down the growing offseason drama involving Joey Porter, Ben Roethlisberger, Mike Tomlin, and former Steelers weighing in via podcasts. They discuss Chris Carter’s comments questioning Hines Ward’s Hall of Fame credentials and the ripple effects inside the fan base. The segment also shifts to draft strategy, including whether Alabama qu...

Hotline Feature – Chef Paul: Coffee Costs, Charleston Eats, and the Power of Salt 17.02.2026 11:48 ↓

Dave Weekly checks in with Chef Paul Smith from Charleston, South Carolina, discussing rising coffee prices and how restaurants are handling higher costs without passing them along to guests. Chef Paul shares details about Bad Happy Burrito’s opening in Hurricane, including the popular street tacos and the “Big Papa” burrito challenge. The conversation also explores specialty salts, Dickinson’s Sa...

Hotline Feature – Kristyn Burtt: Robert Duvall, Reality TV Reckoning, and AI Controversy 17.02.2026 10:19 ↓

Dave Weekly talks with entertainment journalist Kristyn Burtt about the passing of Robert Duvall and the legendary actor’s lasting impact on film and television. They also dive into Netflix’s new docuseries examining America’s Next Top Model and Tyra Banks’ leadership, plus the controversy surrounding AI-generated fight footage featuring Tom Cruise and Brad Pitt. The segment wraps with updates on...