The Valley Current®: Is Civility Even a Problem Within SCOTUS?
THE VALLEY CURRENT®️ COMPUTERLAW GROUP LLP
Release Date: 07/23/2025
THE VALLEY CURRENT®️ COMPUTERLAW GROUP LLP
What does real creativity produce in Silicon Valley and how does it fuel lasting success? In today's episode of The Valley Current®, Jack Russo welcomes serial entrepreneur Marc Canter for a wide-ranging conversation that fuses tech history with personal legacy. Marc revisits the early days of Alcatel switches powering stadium Wi-Fi, the launch of the Macintosh era, and his pioneering drive to make software more accessible and visual. Equally compelling are the roots that shaped him, his family’s activist tradition in Chicago, a rebellious streak that pushed him to defy convention, and the...
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From a small town in Gujarat to leading a global consultancy, Hardik Parekh joins Jack Russo on The Valley Current® to share his thrilling journey of grit, risk, and innovation. Hear how he bootstrapped his firm Searce from scratch, transformed consulting with a “talk less, do more” mantra, and scaled to 1,300 employees across 12 countries all without VC funding. They dive into AI disruption, Silicon Valley’s talent wars, and why the future belongs to “AI-first” firms. It’s an inspiring look at building big dreams through relentless execution and visionary thinking. Don’t miss...
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How does one find paradise through service? In today's episode of The Valley Current®, host Jack Russo sits down with Peace Corps volunteer Chris Hansen, who swapped a business suit for hiking boots in the Guatemalan highlands. From building school gardens and vaccinating chickens to importing coffee gear and planning a book, Chris shares how serving others brought clarity, renewal, and unexpected joy. Their conversation weaves through real estate, aging, political shifts, and the search for meaning in a chaotic world. If you've ever dreamed of hitting reset or making a real impact...
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Is AI the new capitalist overlord Karl Marx warned us about? In this episode of The Valley Current®, host Jack Russo dives into the seismic shift happening at the intersection of labor, capital, and artificial intelligence with Professor Don Elan, a former finance academic turned globe-trotting tech founder. Don reveals his bold AI platform designed to slash inefficiencies and boost ROI, while questioning what happens to human purpose in a world where machines do it better, faster, and cheaper. From universal basic income to the quiet revolution in corporate culture, this episode tackles...
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Is democracy living on borrowed time? In this electrifying episode of The Valley Current®, host Jack Russo sits down with David Nash, creator of The Segmented World, to explore whether a “good autocracy” might be the world’s only path forward. Drawing on insights from his Segmented World Model and his upcoming book series, David argues that rising debt, climate pressures, and political paralysis could push nations toward centralized, one-party rule, citing Singapore as a possible template. Together, they dive into the explosive implications of super-intelligent AI, the...
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Is civility slipping away at the Supreme Court, or is fierce debate just part of justice? Host Jack Russo talks with Professor Robert Acker about SCOTUS’s big ruling against universal injunctions, limiting lower courts from blocking national policies. They break down the growing tension between Justices Barrett and Jackson, discussing how personal rivalries could influence the Court’s future direction. The conversation also tackles the ongoing struggle between historical and modern interpretations of judicial power, concerns over forum shopping, and the role of social media in amplifying...
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Is it time to swap division for optimism? In today's episode of The Valley Current®, host Jack Russo sits down with Tom Casey to ask the big question: Can MAGO (Make America Greatly Optimistic) replace MAGA as the nation’s rallying cry? Tom unpacks how shifting from anger to optimism could transform politics, business leadership, and the national psyche. Drawing on decades of executive coaching, Tom reveals why leaders must cultivate authentic hope to inspire teams and heal a divided country. Together, Jack and Tom explore whether optimism is either naïve or the key to America’s...
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Could your home’s equity be the secret weapon in your financial toolkit? Host Jack Russo and Joe Cucchiara unpack the power of Home Equity Lines of Credit (HELOCs) and why they’re surging in popularity. With flexible borrowing, prime-minus rates, and credit-card-style access, HELOCs are reshaping financial strategies. They explore how rising interest rates, economic uncertainty, and shifting spending habits are impacting real estate, lending, and vehicle leasing. From leveraging HELOCs for investments to consolidating debt and keeping cash flowing, the conversation delivers sharp insight...
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Why is RoboTaxi So Important for Tesla? Buckle up as host Jack Russo and tech analyst Pat Duke take you on an electrifying ride through Tesla’s RoboTaxi revolution and what it means for the future of transportation and investing. From Pat’s bold prediction of 100% electric car sales by 2028 to Tesla’s vision of half a million steering-wheel-free robo-taxis rolling off the line, they explore how AI, exponential compute growth, and autonomous fleets might obliterate traditional car ownership and ride-sharing giants like Uber. Could Tesla’s stock skyrocket to $16,000 by 2033? Is...
info_outlineIs civility slipping away at the Supreme Court, or is fierce debate just part of justice? Host Jack Russo talks with Professor Robert Acker about SCOTUS’s big ruling against universal injunctions, limiting lower courts from blocking national policies. They break down the growing tension between Justices Barrett and Jackson, discussing how personal rivalries could influence the Court’s future direction. The conversation also tackles the ongoing struggle between historical and modern interpretations of judicial power, concerns over forum shopping, and the role of social media in amplifying polarization. With talk of possible retirements and new nominations ahead, Jack and Bob explore what’s next for the Court’s balance and leadership. Don’t miss this deep dive into the real challenges facing America’s highest judges on The Valley Current®!
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