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The University of California system is reporting a significant drop in computer science enrollment, the first since the dot-com bust, as students fear entry-level roles are being replaced by AI bots. Experts suggest that while coding jobs are evolving, there is a growing need for "knowledge workers" who understand entire systems rather than just syntax. Vocational trades are highlighted as a stable alternative to automated white-collar work.

San Francisco and parts of Los Angeles are reportedly sinking at a rate of 0.4 inches per year according to a study led by NASA and NOAA. Media outlets like the Epoch Times have linked this subsidence to concerns over accelerating sea level rise and climate change. While some areas are sinking, others situated on solid rock in the East Bay remain stable.

The endangered Key deer, a small subspecies of white-tailed deer in the Florida Keys, is reportedly threatened by rising sea levels. NOAA estimates suggest sea levels could rise between 1.5 and 7 feet in the next 75 years. The hosts mock the wide range of these projections and the "gentle" framing of the species' plight.

Former President Bill Clinton spoke about the necessity of immigration to sustain economic growth, citing the lowest U.S. birth rate in over 100 years. Clinton argued that the country is not at "replacement level" and needs new arrivals to fill labor needs unless AI can solve the productivity gap. The hosts criticize this "replacement" rhetoric as a reveal of long-standing globalist policy.

Climate scientists claim that melting ice sheets in Greenland are contributing to rising sea levels and higher storm surges in the Gulf of Mexico. There is a noted shift in meteorological reporting toward using millibars instead of inches for barometric pressure to make data seem more dramatic. Additionally, the wind speed ranges for Saffir-Simpson hurricane categories are scrutinized for being inconsistent, particularly the 27-mph range assigned to Category 4 storms.

A climate expert discusses the disappearance of Venezuela's last glacier and predicts a three-meter sea level rise over the next 800 to 1,000 years. The hosts mock the term "slow crisis" as an oxymoron and a gaslighting tactic used to maintain public anxiety over long-term environmental changes.

NBC New York reported on theories linking climate change to increased seismic activity, suggesting that flooding and rising sea levels can "lubricate" geological faults. Dr. Marcellos and Dr. Park are cited explaining how pressure on Earth's shelves might lead to infrequent quakes. These claims are met with skepticism regarding the scientific validity of linking the New Jersey tremor to global warming.

Mandy B from Vermont reports a significant drop in her cancer-related CEA numbers following a previous request for health karma. She donates $333 to support the show and requests a shout-out for her podcast, "Re-rooted." Other donors, including Spiro Pulos from Indiana, request jobs karma for their children and celebrate family birthdays.

Adam Curry and John C. Dvorak open episode 1623 from the Texas Hill Country and Northern Silicon Valley. They discuss a conspiracy theory regarding the Super Bowl logo colors predicting the competing teams. Curry adjusts Dvorak's audio levels, noting a significant drop in output despite Dvorak claiming no changes to his equipment.

Dr. Marcy Bowers, president of the World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH), defended gender-affirming care by claiming trans identities have existed since "antiquity." Bowers dismissed the need for "level one" randomized controlled trials, comparing gender transition to cancer treatment where using a placebo would be unethical. The discussion highlights the controversy over WPATH removing age guidelines for surgeries and the lack of consensus-based science in the field.

A geological study claiming New York City is sinking under the weight of its skyscrapers is mocked as climate alarmism. The report suggests the city is sinking by two millimeters a year, which the hosts argue is being conflated with rising sea levels to justify expensive engineering projects.

A KQED report claims that rising sea levels in West Oakland are pushing toxic groundwater into residential areas, leading to calls for "climate reparations." Critics argue that West Oakland is largely inland and that the narrative is a pretext for gentrification and land seizure. The report links historical industrial pollution and "racist home lending" to current environmental risks.

South Florida experienced catastrophic flash flooding with over 20 inches of rain falling in the Fort Lauderdale area. A new study indicates that sea levels along the Southeast and Gulf coasts are rising at rates unprecedented in 120 years, increasing nearly five inches since 2010. Researchers attribute approximately 40% of this acceleration to man-made climate change and 60% to natural variability.

A personal account of traveling through Sangster International Airport in Montego Bay highlights the contrast between friendly Jamaican security and American TSA agents. Observations from a 30-year return to a Jamaican resort suggest that local sea levels and beach shorelines remain unchanged despite global climate change warnings. Long-term employees at the resort reportedly dismissed concerns regarding rising waters.

A listener's email challenges several claims made in previous episodes, specifically regarding the reversibility and physical side effects of vasectomies. While the listener cites medical studies showing no hormonal changes, the hosts maintain their anecdotal observations about changes in male mannerisms post-procedure.

Climate models predict significant sea level rise for California, threatening the freshwater Delta region with saltwater intrusion. The state is considering the controversial Delta Conveyance Project, a 40-mile tunnel system designed to protect the water supply for 27 million residents.

Energy Secretary Jennifer Granholm claimed that rising sea levels are causing the loss of beaches in Lake Michigan, a claim refuted by local residents who note the lake's water levels are cyclical. While the media previously blamed declining lake levels on global warming in 2010, they now attribute record high levels to the same cause. This "pivot" in narrative is seen as a tool to support international agreements like the Paris Accord and one-world government initiatives.

Mainstream media outlets, including Fox Business and CBS, are criticized for attributing the Surfside collapse to climate change and rising sea levels. Former MTV VJ Kennedy is noted for repeating talking points regarding environmental factors and soil movement. The hosts argue that the 30-year sinkage data is being used inconsistently to fit a specific narrative.

A CBS report on the flooding of the Tidal Basin in Washington DC is analyzed. While the report mentions the ground is sinking, it primarily blames climate change. The hosts point out the logical inconsistency of media reports claiming specific regions like Canada are warming "twice as fast" as the rest of the world.

Millions of people across 150 countries participate in global climate protests inspired by Greta Thunberg and the "Fridays for Future" movement. The strikes aim to pressure governments ahead of a UN summit on global warming. Concurrently, a study suggests that 13 million people in the U.S., primarily in Florida, are at risk of displacement due to rising sea levels this century.