In Episode #233 of Deep Shallow Dive, Ray Doustdar covers an eclectic mix of privacy, politics, money, and machine intelligence. He opens with a warning about 23andMe’s recent layoffs and raises a serious question: what happens to your genetic data if the company goes under? From there, Ray tracks the meteoric rise of Bitcoin and Dogecoin, critiques Trump’s rumored picks of Marco Rubio and Elise Stefanik, and plays a fiery clip from Dave Smith on media hypocrisy and warmongering. He wraps the episode with a breakdown of the top five AI tools everyone should start using today—including ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Perplexity, and Meta’s LLaMA.

In Episode #232, Ray Doustdar delivers a fast-paced episode touching on CIA roots, celebrity leverage, Cabinet politics, and AI misinformation. He opens with a fiery clip from Amaryllis Fox Kennedy—RFK Jr.’s daughter-in-law and ex-CIA—who exposes U.S. motives in prolonging the Ukraine war. From there, Ray pivots to Trump’s promise to ban neocons like Pompeo and Haley from his next administration. He then explores resurfaced clips of JLo and Diddy, suggesting the 1999 shooting may have been the moment leverage was gained over both stars. Finally, Ray investigates a viral ChatGPT video—and tests its authenticity—before sharing his predictions for Cabinet picks, including roles for Vivek Ramaswamy and Tulsi Gabbard.

In Episode #231, Ray Doustdar dives into a whirlwind of topics—from OpenAI’s $15M purchase of Chat.com to J. Cole's alleged music industry subliminals and resurfaced clips of the Clintons on immigration. He explores how political views shift over time, plays archival audio that contrasts past and present narratives, and calls out the emotional toll of politics on friendships. The episode shifts gears into music industry conspiracy, deep 9/11 rabbit holes, and a reflection on how AI tools like ChatGPT are changing everyday life. This episode is a signature DSD mix of tech, truth, and deep dives into power and perception.

In Episode #230 of Deep Shallow Dive, Ray Doustdar reacts in real-time to Donald Trump’s surprise 2024 victory. He walks through the moment he found out, analyzes key election numbers, and breaks down the reactions—from Kamala Harris’s weak authenticity to world leaders like Netanyahu. Ray dives into how RFK Jr., Jill Stein, and the Libertarian candidate performed, before pivoting to market reactions like Bitcoin's spike and a viral Dave Smith clip on war and Trump’s second term. He closes with reflections on what’s next for Trump, and a hilarious throwback to the 2016 election—and the legend of Deez Nuts.

In Episode #229 of Deep Shallow Dive, Ray Doustdar dives into the political, cultural, and emotional landscape on Election Day 2024. He kicks things off with a wild political stat: for the first time since 1976, no Bush, Clinton, or Biden is on the presidential ballot. From there, Ray lays out key predictions, including a Republican Senate flip and Trump winning Michigan thanks to unexpected Arab-American endorsements. The episode also tackles mainstream media narratives, voter outrage, tech company profits during elections, the Menendez Brothers docuseries, the PayPal Mafia’s legacy, and ends with a clip from Dana White about judging people based on character, not politics.

In Episode #228 of Deep Shallow Dive, Ray Doustdar delivers a whirlwind of analysis leading up to the 2024 election. He begins with the bizarre moment ABC accidentally aired Pennsylvania election results showing Harris winning—days before votes were cast. Ray unpacks how media “errors” are anything but accidental and dives into the Trump rally fallout after comedian Tony Hinchcliffe’s offensive Puerto Rico joke. He then breaks down Biden’s reaction, the mutual mudslinging from both parties, and ends with a mix of comedy and conspiracy. From a viral Dwyane Wade statue to Joe Rogan’s DOD directive warnings and the return of “lizard people” theories, Ray explores the edge where humor meets hidden truth.

In Episode #227 of Deep Shallow Dive, Ray Doustdar dissects the political chaos heading into Election Day 2024. The episode opens with CNN anchors melting down over poll results showing Trump pulling ahead—especially in key swing states. Ray unpacks Saturday Night Live’s satirical Biden skit, pointing out how comedy is often a soft launch for real political shifts. He also shares clips of Democrats openly calling for Kamala to step aside and ends with powerful testimonies from young Black men and women who say they’re voting Trump. This episode is a pulse check on panic, parody, and political pivoting.

In Episode #226 of Deep Shallow Dive, Ray Doustdar kicks off with humorous reflections on Halloween culture, before pivoting hard into the turbulence of today’s political and geopolitical landscape. He predicts a bumpy and unclear 2024 election night outcome—laying out scenarios where neither Trump nor Harris might be declared the winner on November 5. Ray also covers North Korean troops heading to Ukraine, Israel striking Iran, and Trump’s long-awaited sit-down with Joe Rogan. The episode closes with a deep dive into the Menendez Brothers case and Netflix’s influence on public opinion, questioning whether we’re witnessing justice, manipulation—or both.

In Episode #225 of Deep Shallow Dive, Ray Doustdar takes a closer look at Bernie Sanders’ evolution—from passionate outsider to a compliant establishment voice. What happened to the Bernie who once questioned the military-industrial complex and Big Pharma? Ray plays clips highlighting Bernie’s past courage compared to his current silence, especially on Israel and Palestine. The episode also breaks down a powerful Trump interview that exposes the "warmongering uniparty," followed by Ray’s reaction to viral videos featuring heartbreaking scenes from Gaza. The episode closes with an emotional reflection on politics, humanity, and the sobering realities of war.

In Episode #224 of Deep Shallow Dive, Ray Doustdar blends satire, geopolitics, and media analysis with clips from comedians, commentators, and global analysts. He opens with Jon Stewart calling out the absurdity of embracing figures like Dick Cheney, and transitions into a powerful segment with John Perkins, the “economic hitman,” exposing the U.S. government's covert manipulation of other nations. Ray then dives into observations on Hamas and Israel’s propaganda war, dissects Dave Smith’s analysis of engineered culture wars, and closes with AI-generated political parody featuring Obama, Biden, and Clinton.

In Episode #223 of Deep Shallow Dive, Ray Doustdar delivers a fast-paced breakdown of the political theatre and digital misinformation reshaping our world. From Trump and Kamala’s lackluster podcast tour appearances to the suspicious killing of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar, Ray examines how media narratives don’t add up. He connects the war in Gaza to 2020-style disruption for the 2024 election, raises serious questions about voting machine credibility, and closes with dark humor—Gen Z-style—at 911’s expense. Raw, sharp, and highly relevant.

In Episode #222 of Deep Shallow Dive, Ray Doustdar breaks down an increasingly bizarre political and cultural landscape. From Kamala Harris’ controversial “Opportunity Agenda for Black Men”—which includes promises like protecting crypto investments—to the growing emotional divide over Gaza and Israel, Ray walks listeners through critical conversations, honest debates, and global misdirection. The episode also revisits the ongoing chemtrail debate and calls out Senator Lindsey Graham for caring more about foreign interests than his own constituents. Ray weaves personal stories, sharp analysis, and clips that make you think twice.

In Episode #221 of Deep Shallow Dive, Ray Doustdar delivers a whirlwind breakdown of political theater, media contradictions, and government gaslighting. He starts with a correction on EJ Johnson’s identity, then dives deep into Magic Johnson’s HIV legacy and some odd silence around lawsuits. Ray then unpacks wild claims from Bob Woodward’s new Trump-Putin story, analyzes Elon Musk’s viral take on immigration and election interference, and calls out Nancy Pelosi’s supposed opposition to Netanyahu. The episode crescendos with Ray’s reaction to Obama’s attempt to guilt Black male voters—and the backlash it triggered online. Finally, Ray drops a forgotten bombshell from Donald Rumsfeld on $2.3 trillion missing from the Pentagon the day before 9/11.

In Episode #220 of Deep Shallow Dive, Ray Doustdar blends the personal with the political. He starts with Bernie Sanders’ dramatic shift from anti-establishment warrior to mainstream mouthpiece, then reflects on Magic Johnson’s contradictory public image surrounding HIV. Ray also shares emotional lessons from his father’s passing, praises Julian Assange’s release as a win for truth-telling, and reacts to Mark Cuban’s unhinged meltdown in a resurfaced 2021 clip. The episode blends raw honesty, deep critiques, and a dose of generational wisdom.

In Episode #219, Ray Doustdar connects the dots across headlines and narratives that don't quite add up. From TIME Magazine’s shady pivot on ultra-processed foods to CNN downplaying RFK Jr.'s connection to Ethel Kennedy, Ray dissects how media framing distorts reality. He breaks down Kamala Harris’s fact-checked claims, analyzes the real purpose of the border bill, and questions the 49-day silence between Biden and Netanyahu. One of those episodes that challenges you to think twice about what you're told.

In Episode #218, Ray Doustdar unpacks a whirlwind of stories—from weather manipulation and Hurricane Milton to the strange about-face of Liz Cheney and the rare empathy segment on Gaza aired by Fox News. He also takes aim at the censorship narrative brewing online, breaks down Patrick Bet-David’s cryptic Diddy tweet, and speculates whether Mark Cuban and Howard Stern are suddenly compromised. It’s classic Ray: bold, unfiltered, and asking the questions the media won’t.

In Episode #217, Ray Doustdar uncovers the layers of distraction, denial, and deception dominating today’s news cycle. He calls out CNN's genocide denial in Gaza, reveals Google Gemini's racial censorship debacle, and questions why the CIA, Raytheon, and Pfizer seem to be behind every major media agenda. Plus, Ray maps out the Trump VP shortlist and plays a powerful clip from Palestinian doctor Ghassan Abu Sittah on what he witnessed in Gaza.

In Episode #216 of Deep Shallow Dive, Ray unpacks the cultural chaos just 30 days before the U.S. election. From reflections on the October 7 anniversary to the unexpected civility in the vice presidential debate, he explores how media sensationalism fuels division. Ray uses ChatGPT to walk through the “5 Whys” of political polarization, dives into the looming East Coast port strike (and its odd banana twist), and celebrates Julian Assange’s bold post-release speech. He closes with a sobering deep dive into the sex trafficking indictment against Sean “Diddy” Combs. It’s a whirlwind mix of politics, health, tech, and justice—classic DSD.

In Episode #215 of Deep Shallow Dive, Ray breaks down the VP debate between JD Vance and Tim Walz, calling out the mainstream media spin and highlighting Vance’s composure and surprising stance on Israel. He explores why Vance’s performance felt authentic, how the media’s reaction reveals political bias, and why Trump’s foreign policy record still resonates with voters. Ray closes by addressing the Iran-Israel missile exchange and poses a hard-hitting question to parents: are you ready to send your kids to war?

In Episode #214 of Deep Shallow Dive, Ray Doustdar pulls together politics, war commentary, media narratives, and even James Brown to deliver a multifaceted update on the current state of the world. From theories about JD Vance’s rapid rise to power, to a powerful veteran’s reflection using the “5 Whys” technique, to Trump’s connections with Diddy, Ray breaks down what’s really behind today’s headlines. The episode ends with a chilling reminder that the Gaza playbook might be repeating itself—this time in Lebanon.