

The John Johnston Lounge
John Johnston
Welcome to The John Johnston Lounge (formerly The Art of Value), where Tech, Business, & Culture collide.Join host John Johnston (JJ) for daily breakdowns of the planet's most powerful tech billionaires. We critique the psychology, strategies, and politics of titans like Elon Musk, Peter Thiel, Jeff Bezos, Sam Altman, and Mark Zuckerberg. We also analyze related cultural commentary from top podcast voices like Joe Rogan and Tim Dillon.From the AI bubble to the "Rogansphere," expect critical depth, zero sycophancy, and a healthy dose of humor! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Mar 17, 2025 • 20min
Surging Elon Musk Backlash Fuels Intense Tesla Protests
The Art of Value host JJ discusses how Elon Musk is facing a surging backlash for his DOGE (Department of Government Efficiency) actions, and for his far-right political views. There have been continuous street and online Tesla Takedown protests against Elon Musk, Tesla, and DOGE. Disclaimer: I am not a financial adviser and nothing in this content is financial advice. This content is for general education and entertainment purposes only. Do your own analysis and seek professional financial advice before making any investment decision. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 14, 2025 • 15min
Comic Bill Burr & Others DESTROY Cry-Baby Elon Musk
The Art of Value host JJ reacts to what famous comedian Bill Burr has been saying about Elon Musk. Then we look at what liberals who have been very critical of Elon Musk have been saying, including Kyle Kulinski from The Kyle Kulinski Show, and politician Rep. John Larson.Disclaimer: I am not a financial adviser and nothing in this content is financial advice. This content is for general education and entertainment purposes only. Do your own analysis and seek professional financial advice before making any investment decision. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 13, 2025 • 22min
Tesla Protest Movement Spurns Musk & Trump’s Terrorist Label
The Art of Value host JJ discusses how President Trump and Elon Musk have accused the emerging Tesla Takedown movement of being “domestic terrorists”. Tesla Takedown says it is a non-violent, peaceful Tesla and Tesla stock boycott and protest movement, and will not be intimidated by the President Trump and Elon Musk, the richest person in the world.Disclaimer: I am not a financial adviser and nothing in this content is financial advice. This content is for general education and entertainment purposes only. Do your own analysis and seek professional financial advice before making any investment decision. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 12, 2025 • 19min
Elon Cries So Trump Stages Absurd Tesla Sales Promo
The Art of Value host JJ discusses how President Trump and Elon Musk staged an infomercial-like PR stunt at The White House, in aid of Elon Musk his company Tesla. Yesterday in a tv interview, Elon expressed concern, nearly in tears, over the anti-DOGE and anti-Elon protests raging in the United States and around the world. The Tesla stock price has also fallen over 50% since its peak back in mid December 2024.Disclaimer: I am not a financial adviser and nothing in this content is financial advice. This content is for general education and entertainment purposes only. Do your own analysis and seek professional financial advice before making any investment decision. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 11, 2025 • 16min
Tesla Stock in MELTDOWN as Elon Blames Everyone Else
The Art of Value host JJ reports on and discusses the ongoing meltdown of Tesla stock (TSLA), and how CEO Elon Musk seems unwilling to take any responsibility for Tesla’s declining public image and market perception. Elon blames others instead, including political party opponents and fellow billionaires who oppose his political views.Disclaimer: I am not a financial adviser and nothing in this content is financial advice. This content is for general education and entertainment purposes only. Do your own analysis and seek professional financial advice before making any investment decision. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 11, 2025 • 15min
Elon Musk's Empire IMPLODING as Tesla Stock COLLAPSES!
The Art of Value host JJ breaks down the continuing collapse of Tesla stock (TSLA), and the decline of Elon Musk’s vast fortune along with it. Tesla, Tesla stock, and Elon have been hit with a wave of bad news events, including a massive cyber attack on his social media platform X, and #teslatakedown protests around the world, resulting from Elon’s huge Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) cuts and layoffs.Disclaimer: I am not a financial adviser and nothing in this content is financial advice. This content is for general education and entertainment purposes only. Do your own analysis and seek professional financial advice before making any investment decision Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 10, 2025 • 14min
Feud ERUPTS Between Musk & Rubio in Cabinet SHOWDOWN
The Art of Value host JJ discusses a recent New York Times article which details an intense argument between Elon Musk and current US Secretary of State Marco Rubio. The feud was about what Elon Musk is doing with his Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). Rubio and other Trump cabinet members seem to be far from happy with Musk and the seemingly unfettered power he is wielding as an unelected government official.Disclaimer: I am not a financial adviser and nothing in this content is financial advice. This content is for general education and entertainment purposes only. Do your own analysis and seek professional financial advice before making any investment decision. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 10, 2025 • 18min
Tesla Stock Dive DEEPENS Amid INTENSE Anti-Elon Protests
The Art of Value host JJ breaks down the ongoing nosedive Tesla stock (TSLA), in relation to the intensifying protests against Elon Musk and his invasive DOGE (Department of Government Efficiency). The physical protests have been happening at Tesla store locations across the US, and the hashtag #teslatakedown is part of the Tesla protests online.Disclaimer: I am not a financial adviser and nothing in this content is financial advice. This content is for general education and entertainment purposes only. Do your own analysis and seek professional financial advice before making any investment decision. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 7, 2025 • 28min
Tesla Stock & Sales SPIRAL as Anti-Elon Protests ROAR
The Art of Value host JJ discusses the continuing downward spiral of Tesla stock (TSLA) and Tesla EV sales, in relation to the increasing protests against Elon Musk and his invasive DOGE (Department of Government Efficiency). The global protests at Tesla store locations, online, and elsewhere, continue to ramp up, and the hashtag #teslatakedown is part of the Tesla protests online.Disclaimer: I am not a financial adviser and nothing in this content is financial advice. This content is for general education and entertainment purposes only. Do your own analysis and seek professional financial advice before making any investment decision. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mar 6, 2025 • 18min
Tesla Sales & Stock PLUNGE as Anti-Elon Protests RAGE
The Art of Value host JJ breaks down the ongoing Tesla stock (TSLA) and Tesla EV sales plunge, in relation to the rising protests against Elon Musk and his DOGE (Department of Government Efficiency). The widespread protests at Tesla store locations have been gaining momentum, and the hashtag #teslatakedown is integral to the global Tesla boycott.Related episods:Tesla Stock & Sales IMPLODE as Anti-Elon Protests SURGE https://youtu.be/AOifH_2tWvwTesla Stock COLLAPSES as Elon Musk Protests EXPLODE https://youtu.be/lD5cYunirTIGlobal Elon Musk Boycott Crashes Tesla Stock! https://youtu.be/w254tOs5-xYTesla Stock in FREEFALL as Anti-Elon Protests INTENSIFY https://youtu.be/gmEQtA31qLMTo support The Art of Value channel, become a member https://www.youtube.com/@TheArtofValue/joinDisclaimer: I am not a financial adviser and nothing in this content is financial advice. This content is for general education and entertainment purposes only. Do your own analysis and seek professional financial advice before making any investment decision. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.


