Kirn Braich

Kirnel of Truth

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Kirnel of Truth is an honest conversation for anyone trying to make sense of a rapidly changing world. We’ll cover topics such as AI’s effect on society, shifting populations, and politics through conversations with thought leaders. Join Kirn Braich, a former U.S. diplomat, business executive, and think-tank analyst as he and his guests offer analytical, thought-provoking viewpoints on the biggest issues. If you want smart talk about the future, subscribe to Kirnel of Truth .

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Kirn Braich

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The AI Tide is Changing: The Fight for Regulation 23.04.2026 16:10

In this episode of Kirnel of Truth , we dive into the growing public skepticism surrounding AI and the urgent momentum building for government regulation. We discuss the massive job displacement already affecting white-collar workers and explore why solutions like Universal Basic Income (UBI) might leave us unfulfilled. From the stark warnings of AI godfather Sir Geoffrey Hinton regarding human e...

Life at an AI Startup: A Young Professional's View of the Future with Aidan Donohue 01.03.2026 44:34

Have you ever wondered what work life is like at an AI Startup? Are young people pessimistic or optimistic about the future? Kirn discusses these questions and more with computer scientist Aidan Donohue in a provocative interview which sheds light on how many young people view the future. Do they see the future as something full of limitless opportunity or do they see the best years of humanity be...

Connecting the Dots on AI: How AI Will Transform Society 21.02.2026 44:42

Are we vastly underestimating how much AI will change our lives? In this episode, Kirn and Jon explore the data suggesting that society is on the brink of a transformation as dramatic as the start of the 2020 pandemic. By connecting seemingly unrelated trends in technology, labor, and economics, we project a future that is rapidly approaching—and it isn't necessarily pretty. We break down the "do...

The Politics of AI: How the Democratic Party Can Revitalize Itself 17.01.2026 46:08

I'm joined by Jon Perr, a technology consultant who has also worked on political campaigns for Democratic Party candidates for almost 40 years. We discuss the current predicament of the Democratic Party and how it could become competitive again the politics of AI, which presents the Democrats with an opportunity to recapture working class voters. Jon writes about public policy at his website, Perr...

Bonus Episode: How Wealth Inequality Could Tear Us Apart 12.01.2026 23:55

Exponentially increasing wealth inequality is a mathematical inevitability that threatens to tear our society apart. In this episode, I explore the phenomenon and discuss ways to avoid this outcome.

The Coming AI Tsunami with Don Kilburg 15.12.2025 51:14

In this debut episode of Kirnel of Truth, Kirn interviews Don Kilburg, former U.S. diplomat and author of "AI Use Cases for Diplomats." We discuss questions such as "Will AI superintelligence become an extinction-level event or will it usher in an unprecedented period of health and prosperity?" and "What can you do to adapt to a world in which AI dominates?"