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Strict Scrutiny

Strict Scrutiny

By: Strict Scrutiny
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Strict Scrutiny is a political news podcast that delivers sharp, clear, and no-nonsense analysis of the biggest stories shaping government, democracy, and power. Each episode breaks down elections, legislation, policy debates, and the key players driving them—cutting through the spin to explain what actually matters. Whether you’re tracking Washington, watching global politics, or just trying to stay informed, this show gives you smart insights, fast context, and rigorous scrutiny on the issues shaping our world.


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Episodes
  • Perplexity Max Debuts Multi-AI Agent Tool

    Perplexity Max Debuts Multi-AI Agent Tool
    Mar 1 2026
    In this episode, we explore Perplexity's new agent tool for premium subscribers, which unifies 19 AI models for complex workflows. We also discuss Perplexity's evolving business strategy, including its shift from advertising to targeting a niche audience and its multimodal approach to AI.


    Chapters
    00:00 Perplexity's New Agent Tool
    00:25 Perplexity Max Plan
    05:01 Perplexity's Business Model Changes
    10:04 Conclusion

    Links

    • Get the top 40+ AI Models for $8.99 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.ai

    • AI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer

    • Join my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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    10 mins
  • Suno Hits $300M ARR: AI's Impact on the Music Industry

    Suno Hits $300M ARR: AI's Impact on the Music Industry
    Feb 28 2026
    In this episode, we explore the evolving landscape of AI in music, highlighting the rapid growth of platforms like Suno and Google's Lyria 3. We also discuss the legal battles and licensing agreements shaping this innovative sector.


    Chapters
    01:35 Suno's Growth and Capabilities
    04:26 Copyright and Legal Battles
    07:17 Google's Lyria 3 and Producer AI
    10:04 Artists and AI Collaboration
    12:25 The Future of AI Music See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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    13 mins
  • OpenAI Raises Record $110B, Hits 900M Weekly Users

    OpenAI Raises Record $110B, Hits 900M Weekly Users
    Feb 27 2026

    In this episode, we break down OpenAI’s record-breaking $110 billion raise and what it signals about the future of AI investment. We also explore how the company reached 900 million weekly users and what this massive scale means for competition, infrastructure, and the next phase of AI adoption.


    Links

    • Get the top 40+ AI Models for $8.99 at AI Box: ⁠⁠https://aibox.ai

    • AI Chat YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@JaedenSchafer

    • Join my AI Hustle Community: https://www.skool.com/aihustle

    See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
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    11 mins
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