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The Xero for Hire Podcast

J. K. Slaughter

**Welcome to the Xero Hour, where I explore news and culture from an irreverent Christian perspective with a focus on divergent thinking. The road less traveled is definitely more interesting. I promise to bring you interesting and thought provoking stories about God, history, science, politics, current events and the occasional random nonsense that my life presents us with. I wanted to start by saying thanks for joining me on this journey. It"s going to be a lot of fun. xeroforhire.substack.com

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18:04

Building a Digital Sanctuary & Breaking Free from...

The Xero for Hire Podcast ·

2025/03/23

Episode Summary:In this episode, Xeroforhire reflects on the frustrating state of modern apps and platforms, particularly the lack of simple, ad-free recording tools. He dives deep into how social media—especially Instagram—fuels harmful comparison habits, stifling creativity and contributing to depression. From there, he introduces the ambitious Home Terminal Project, a tech solution focused on consolidating communication, reducing corporate dependency, and reclaiming control over digital

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5:23

Update on my daughter

The Xero for Hire Podcast ·

2025/03/22

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18:59

Daredevil episode 3 review and commentary

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2025/03/17

Here's the referenced video of the fourth age, Daredevil reaction. Definitely worth the watch https://youtu.be/TKV6uA6451w?si=4CMYVTi0b4YxhX1FPodcast Summary: Daredevil’s Morality Trap & Progressivism in EntertainmentHost: XeroforhirePodcast: The Xero HourRuntime: ~19 minutes(00:00) - Technical Difficulties & FrustrationI kicked off the episode by venting my frustration—my device died mid-recording and I lost a solid podcast I had lined up, full of current events commentary. I might post whatever’s

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11:37

This Music is Really Bad

The Xero for Hire Podcast ·

2025/03/13

TL; DL Podcast Summary & Call to Action (First-Person)Hey everyone, in this episode of Xero for Hire, I talk about what’s been a pretty hectic week—moving my RV, power washing, and juggling a full work schedule. On top of all that, I’ve been signing up for different online writing platforms like Tapas, Wattpad, and Royal Road, trying to find the right place for my superhero fiction.The problem? Every genre seems to have some kind of built-in ideological club, and it’s not always what you’d expect. A

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12:25

Bonus Podcast: follow up to my AI post from this...

The Xero for Hire Podcast ·

2025/03/03

No I wasn't trying to get one over on you guys by uploading an AI generated podcast by Google lm. Here I discussed the reason why I uploaded the entirety of that podcast and I also talk about some of the changes I'm making to my substack this month. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit xeroforhire.substack.com/subscribe

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30:22

I fed AI my ideas about progressivism, and almost...

The Xero for Hire Podcast ·

2025/03/03

Google LM is not known for being balanced. But it has a cool podcast function that reads your sources and even compiles up to 30 sources, and then disseminates all the information as a podcast between two Hosts. I like to use it to get a glimpse of how your average normie is going to understand what I'm working on, understanding that I think quite differently than most people. Sometimes I feel like Google LM is a really good reflection of your average person, although deeply entrenched and

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38:39

Government Fraud, AI Fan Fiction, and Why Stimulus...

The Xero for Hire Podcast ·

2025/02/24

The three main stories in this podcast revolve around government corruption, economic concerns over a proposed stimulus, and AI-generated misinformation.First, the episode dives into the ongoing audits of USAID and Social Security, exposing large-scale fraud, waste, and abuse. The host highlights how government records are still being stored in outdated mineshafts from the 1950s and criticizes the media for failing to investigate these issues. He also points out a spike in Google searches for

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29:44

How to get past the bias guardrails of Chatgpt

The Xero for Hire Podcast ·

2025/02/11

So I had a bunch of clips set aside that I was going to use to prove a point, and with just a little bit of push back, I was actually able to get chat GPT to make my point for me. This is a live demonstration on what it looks like to work alongside AI, stewarding it as a responsible leader. If you're not getting these kinds of results from your AI then you're clearly doing something wrong. Take charge and try again. Now I'm completely open to the idea that it may just be acquiescing to my input

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14:16

USAID gave Millions in Subscriptions to Media Outlets

The Xero for Hire Podcast ·

2025/02/08

0:00 - 0:18* Introduction and greeting from the host. Mentions that this is the third time recording this episode.0:18 - 0:42* Explains the platforms where the podcast can be listened to or watched, including YouTube and Substack for members.0:42 - 1:03* Introduces the main topic of the episode, hinting at revelations about funding for media outlets and expresses a moment of self-congratulation for past predictions.1:03 - End* References an old podcast from November 12th where he discussed the

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20:02

Talking-head Slop

The Xero for Hire Podcast ·

2025/02/04

Podcast Summary: Xeroforhire PodcastEpisode Date: February 4, 2025Host: XeroforhireDuration: ~20 minutes00:00 – 01:04 | Opening and Personal Anecdote* Xeroforhire opens the podcast mentioning that he had planned to take a nap but was disturbed by someone having a "one-man riot," repeatedly firing rounds for an extended period.* He usually doesn’t mind shooting but found the extended gunfire excessive.* Decides to record the podcast because the noise sparked a lot of thoughts.01:04 – 03:06 | Physical

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52:45

We are SO BACK BABY!

The Xero for Hire Podcast ·

2025/01/30

SO I guess I’m doing political stuff again… Culture War stufff. Ya’ll dragged me back! This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit xeroforhire.substack.com/subscribe

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13:49

Tik Tok without Americans

The Xero for Hire Podcast ·

2025/01/20

This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit xeroforhire.substack.com/subscribe

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17:07

New year, New Me!

The Xero for Hire Podcast ·

2025/01/12

My 2025 New Year's Resolutions This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit xeroforhire.substack.com/subscribe

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27:41

Adam Curry and John c Dvorak Were Right All Along

The Xero for Hire Podcast ·

2025/01/03

Summary of Podcast: "Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak Were Right All Along"0:00 - Introduction: Opening remarks and discussion on the cultural shift in media and podcasting.2:35 - Comedy vs. Clapter: Analysis of Louis C.K.'s comedic style and the rise of "clapter" in performances where agreement replaces humor.7:12 - Political Commentary in Comedy: How political bias influences audience reactions and creates sermon-like performances.12:45 - Adam Curry's Legacy: Discussion on Adam Curry’s contributions

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5:23

Taking a Break

The Xero for Hire Podcast ·

2024/12/30

Alright, here's a summary of the podcast episode, in the voice of an affiliated narrator:Hello everyone, and welcome to the latest episode! Xeroforhire has a lot to share with you today, starting with a recent delivery. Xeroforhire received a physical copy of Hannah Rose Williams' graphic novel, A Thousand Years of War. The host was surprised by the size of the book, noting that it is a full-size graphic novel, and mentioned it contains six chapters. Xeroforhire was very impressed with the artwork

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5:15

Know your ideas inside and out

The Xero for Hire Podcast ·

2024/12/30

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7:55

Happy Sunday

The Xero for Hire Podcast ·

2024/12/29

Join me for my next live video in the app This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit xeroforhire.substack.com/subscribe

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15:49

Don't Do What Makes You Happy

The Xero for Hire Podcast ·

2024/12/27

This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit xeroforhire.substack.com/subscribe

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7:06

Drones over New Jersey

The Xero for Hire Podcast ·

2024/12/14

This is a public episode. If you’d like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit xeroforhire.substack.com/subscribe

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17:51

No One Cares, But When they DO...

The Xero for Hire Podcast ·

2024/12/09

Podcast Summary with Timestamps* The podcast host begins by discussing their decision to repurpose podcast transcripts into articles, noting they have more articles planned than days left in the year (0:00:02 - 0:00:48).* They then express a desire to address a potential misunderstanding regarding a recent article titled "Nobody Cares About Your Writing Until They Do," featuring a picture of SpongeBob Squarepants. They clarify the article's intention was to highlight the reality of artistic

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