In this conversation, The Merc breaks down the recent rise of our platform and what it really means.

But success alone isn’t enough. We’re up against forces far more dangerous than before. The rise of AI, the flood of misinformation, and the invisible hands that shape global perception are no longer sci-fi warnings. They’re here. Right now. And they’re being used against us.

Using a recent A.I. altered video of Captain Traore on Russian TV, the Merc pulls back the curtain on how these tools are already being weaponized to distort truth, rewrite history, and erase resistance. This isn’t just about tech. It’s about control, of the story, of the future, and of Africa’s image.

That’s why unity isn’t optional. Coalition building is survival.

Because when African communities stand alone, we get picked off. When we stand together, we become impossible to ignore.

This episode dives deep into how narrative control has always been the front line of war, whether through colonial propaganda or modern media manipulation. The Merc calls on every listener to not just be aware, but to be active.

In a digital age where lies travel faster than light, truth needs an army.

Chapters

00:00 Celebrating Milestones and AI Concerns

02:26 The Dangers of AI Manipulation

04:55 The Importance of Narrative Control

07:32 Engaging with the Audience

09:26 The Role of AI in Content Creation

12:12 The Impact of Misinformation

15:29 Understanding AI's Limitations

18:20 The Need for Responsible AI Use

21:08 Training AI for Authentic Perspectives

23:52 The Future of AI and Content Creation

27:00 Harnessing AI for Knowledge Acquisition

28:18 The Lack of African Ownership in Technology

29:09 Cultural Responsibility of Artists

31:56 Awakening the Collective Consciousness

35:24 The Role of Religion in Colonialism

38:58 The Future of AI and Control

41:47 The Simulation Theory and African Agency

44:22 The Power Dynamics of Global Relationships

47:00 Historical Context of African Exploitation

51:03 The Nature of International Relations

01:00:36 Historical Context of Alliances in Warfare

01:07:21 The Role of Superpowers in African Conflicts

01:11:39 The Importance of Unity and Coalitions

01:17:19 The Narrative of African History

01:22:14 Trust and Relationships in Global Politics

01:29:32 The Path to Unity and Economic Growth