On this episode of The Adam Carolla Show, comedian and political commentator Dave Rubin calls in to talk about the rise of artificial intelligence—starting with his own experiment to let an AI version of himself host his show for a month. Adam and Dave riff on the looming impact AI could have on jobs across all industries, before shifting focus to the challenges of living in Los Angeles under Mayor Karen Bass. Adam recounts a recent conversation with Rick Caruso about the state’s wildfire response, while Dave shares how his move from California to Florida improved his quality of life. The two also dive into the importance of good governance, self-reliance, and the satisfaction that comes from building things with your hands.

Elisha Krauss joins Adam in the studio to break down the headlines, starting with the internet’s obsession over Pedro Pascal’s so-called “hot girl anxiety.” They unpack the science behind physical touch as an anxiety-coping mechanism—and whether the internet’s criticisms hold water. Then, they react to Jay Leno’s recent comments on how modern late-night hosts risk alienating audiences by taking overt political stances. Adam weighs in on whether comedy still offers an escape from everyday life or has become yet another platform for ideological messaging. The conversation touches on authenticity, entertainment, and the shrinking space for neutrality in pop culture.

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On this episode of The Adam Carolla Show, real estate developer Elaine Culotti joins Adam to uncover the truth behind the mysterious disappearance of funds raised by the FireAid concert. They dive deep into the bureaucratic mess of dealing with California’s city and state infrastructure, exploring how red tape and incompetence stall recovery efforts. Adam and Elaine break down the traits of a badly run city and question the state’s push for low-cost housing, all while using California as a cautionary tale for the rest of the country. The conversation wraps with a look at real estate listings in the fire-ravaged Palisades.

Jason “Mayhem” Miller joins Adam to break down the latest headlines, including Tyler Perry’s unapologetic decision to fire his own aunt and cut off financially dependent relatives, insisting he’s not a walking welfare system. They also react to disgraced ex-Rep. George Santos admitting his chin is fake and revealing his biggest fear about heading to prison—namely, that the 30% filler in his face might migrate during his 87-month sentence. The news wraps with a surprising discussion about pets and the environment, as a new report exposes the massive carbon “pawprint” left by dogs and their droppings. Adam and Mayhem riff on how climate alarmists might eventually target your furry friends in their war on emissions.

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