Lunch with Jamie

What happens when the "standard" solutions to gun violence stop working?Live from Jamie's List, Jamie Patricof sits down with Manuel "Manny" Oliver, the father of Parkland victim Joaquin Oliver and the creator of the powerful one-man show, GUAC. In a conversation that goes far beyond the typical NRA debate, Manny explains why school shootings have become a "normalized" fact of American life and how we can use art to "slip the culture" and force real change. Proof of Impact: 19.9 Million Visits Manny’s "unconventional" activism is already cracking the code. His Roblox gaming experience, designed to teach kids about preventing gun violence rather than participating in it, has reached a staggering 19.9 million visits. This is art that doesn't just ask for change—it builds it. In this episode, we discuss:• Beyond the NRA: Why the 400 million guns in America mean the problem is bigger than any one lobby. • The "Reality" of Drills: How we’ve forced children to adapt to a broken system while politicians hide under tables. • Slipping the Culture: Why theater and art can reach people that activists and lawmakers can't. • The "Shield": The unique legal protection the gun industry holds and how to crack it. • The One Simple Fix: Manny’s top priority for "Safe Storage" and why it shouldn't be a partizan issue. "I am not a victim. I am a father. And this is a conversation that every American should have." — Manny Oliver Only members of Jamie's List get to join live on Zoom for exclusive access during conversations like this one. Apply here → https://www.jamieslist.com/upgrade

How do you fix a city in crisis?Live from the historic Rita House in Los Angeles, Jamie Patricof sits down with Mayor Karen Bass for a raw, unfiltered conversation about the reality of leading L.A. With a $1.8 billion financial hole and over 40,000 people living on the streets, the Mayor is trading "ideology" for action. In this episode of Jamie’s List, Mayor Bass discusses: • The Homelessness Truth: Why she believes the current crisis is "not normal" and her "Inside Safe" plan to get people off the streets. • The "War of Ideology": Breaking through the city bureaucracy and the "culture of No." • The $1.8 Billion Question: Managing a massive deficit while refusing to cut essential city services.  • L.A. 2028: Preparing the city for the World Cup and the Olympics—from the "Graffiti Towers" to the airport people mover. • Saving L.A.: Why, despite the challenges, she remains a "workhorse" for the city she loves. "Do you want to make a point, or do you want to make a difference?"

California's governor race just got wide open — and the stakes couldn't be higher. With the fourth largest economy in the world on the line, Jamie sits down with two candidates vying to lead the state: Matt Mahan, current Mayor of San Jose, and former LA Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa. They cover the issues that matter most to Californians — homelessness, housing affordability, public safety, energy policy, criminal justice, unions, and the budget deficit. Whether you're in California or not, who runs this state affects everyone. Tune in, learn where they stand, and decide for yourself. Only members of Jamie's List get to join live on Zoom for exclusive access during conversations like this one. Apply here → https://www.jamieslist.com/upgrade

Andrew Ross Sorkin has covered Trump since before he was president — back when he was doing real estate deals. He says this moment is a whole other level.Between co-creating Billions, anchoring Squawk Box every morning, running the Dealbook Summit, and writing his new book 1929 — Andrew Ross Sorkin is arguably the hardest working person in media. And he joined me for one of my favorite conversations yet.We got into everything: Trump's Iran threats and what they actually mean for markets, the eerie parallels between 1929 and today, the AI arms race and whether Sam and Dario are actually scared, why the next crash might be worse than 2008, and the surprising person Andrew still can't get on the record.This one is a must-listen. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did.🎙️ Want to join me live and ask Andrew — and future guests — your own questions? Members of Jamie's List get exclusive Zoom access to every conversation. Apply here: www.jamieslist.com/upgrade

What happens when the people building AI start warning that we may be losing control?In this episode, Jamie sits down with Tristan Harris and Jonathan Wang—the creators behind the AI documentary—to break down what’s actually happening beneath the surface of today’s AI boom.This isn’t about hype. It’s about capability, speed, and the growing gap between what AI can do and what the world’s leaders understand.They explain:Why most leaders are behind on AIThe real risks no one is talking aboutWhy this moment may be the last window to actWhat an “out of control” future could actually look likeIf you’ve been trying to separate signal from noise on AI, this conversation is a must-watch.Only members of Jamie's List get to join live on Zoom for exclusive access during conversations like this one. Apply here → https://www.jamieslist.com/upgrade