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After Initial Rejection, Rogan Hopes For Authentic In-Studio Discussion With VP Harris   In the wake of his high-profile interview with Donald Trump, podcast host Joe Rogan expressed a willingness to host Vice President Kamala Harris on The Joe Rogan Experience — if she’s willing to come to his studio in Austin, Texas. Rogan revealed that while the Harris campaign initially offered her for a one-hour interview, the conditions weren’t aligned with his preference for an in-depth, free-flowing conversation, which often extends for multiple hours. The proposed arrangement required Rogan to travel to meet Harris, a requirement that he declined. “They offered a date for Tuesday,” Rogan shared on X (formerly Twitter), “but I would have had to travel to her, and they only wanted to do an hour.” Rogan, known for his in-studio interviews and lengthy discussions, emphasized that his format allows for more expansive dialogue than typical broadcast interviews. He expressed his hope for a deeper...

Neuralink's Inaugural Implant Recipient On Security Concerns   In a recent appearance on Joe Rogan's podcast, Noland Arbaugh, the first human to receive a Neuralink brain chip, delved into the potential risks of his groundbreaking implant being hacked. Arbaugh shared his insights and personal experiences with the chip, shedding light on both its life-enhancing benefits and the cybersecurity issues that come with it. A New Era of Brain-Computer Interface Since receiving his Neuralink implant in January, 29-year-old quadriplegic Noland Arbaugh has experienced a significant boost in his independence and social connectivity. The coin-sized chip, embedded with thousands of electrodes, monitors and stimulates brain activity, digitally transmitting data to researchers. This has enabled Arbaugh to perform various tasks using only his thoughts, such as messaging on social media, replying to emails, and even learning Japanese. Despite these remarkable advancements, the possibility of hac...