- Posted January 21, 2026
In this mind-bending finale, Lionel tosses out the news cycle and dives into the “deep end” of reality….
Frank starts the next hour talking about the dangers of fireworks and their effects on animals and the environment. He also talks with Elliot Ackerman, a former marine and intelligence officer who served five tours of duty in Iraq and Afghanistan. He’s also a contributing writer for The Atlantic and a best-selling author, whose latest book is 2054. They discuss AI, the military and learning to love Disney. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices