

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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Feb 6, 2025 • 18min
Germany Tesla Sales CRASH 59% as Buyers DUMP Elon Musk
JJ breaks down the news that Tesla EV sales are now plunging in Germany, in addition to numerous other European countries. The probable causes for this are discussed, including Elon Musk’s political activities in the United States, Europe, and elsewhere.Related episodes:CRASHING Tesla Sales DISASTROUS for Elon Musk https://youtu.be/mnM9Ibbgk7gCybertruck SALES DISASTER For Tesla & Elon Musk https://youtu.be/ibGsAOcnwJoWall St & Consumers Dumping Elon Musk & Tesla https://youtu.be/PMO6T36-OYETesla Owners Repulsed By MAGA Elon Musk Are Selling https://youtu.be/uErujXSQIzUDisclaimer: 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.

Feb 5, 2025 • 19min
CRASHING Tesla Sales DISASTROUS for Elon Musk
JJ breaks down current reports that Tesla EV sales are now plummeting in numerous countries around the world, including Europe and the United States. The probable causes for this are also discussed, including Elon Musk’s increasing political interventions.Related episodes:Cybertruck SALES DISASTER For Tesla & Elon Musk https://youtu.be/ibGsAOcnwJoWall St & Consumers Dumping Elon Musk & Tesla https://youtu.be/PMO6T36-OYETesla Owners Repulsed By MAGA Elon Musk Are Selling https://youtu.be/uErujXSQIzUSEC Sues Elon Musk Alleging Securities Fraud https://youtu.be/DwL1jGde6rYDisclaimer: 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.

Feb 4, 2025 • 21min
Elon Musk’s Dodgy DOGE Coup at Treasury & USAID
JJ investigates numerous reports and social media posts claiming that Elon Musk’s unofficial US Department of Government efficiency (DOGE), using a young crew of loyal engineers, has unexpectedly accessed sensitive rooms and even classified data within multiple government agencies. Does this amount to a coup by Elon’s DOGE, at the behest of President Donald Trump?Related episodes:Tesla’s Elon Musk Legit May Be ‘GOING MAD’ https://youtu.be/0ZgP6qB8jnkPresident Elon Musk HUMILIATES Panicked Trump https://youtu.be/2dW_U6JTERYElon Musk Calls MAGA Contemptible FOOLS & RACISTS https://youtu.be/K-VYnvSIbtgSEC Sues Elon Musk Alleging Securities Fraud https://youtu.be/DwL1jGde6rYDisclaimer: 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.

Feb 3, 2025 • 21min
Wall St & Consumers Dumping Elon Musk & Tesla
JJ catches up on the recent Elon Musk, Tesla, and Trump Administration news, including that some Wall Street institutions and Tesla buyers seem to be rejecting Elon Musk and Tesla stock, after Elon’s increasingly questionable behaviour and political activities. We also look at the implications for Elon Musk and Tesla of the tariffs Trump is placing on various countries where Tesla conducts business. 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.

Jan 21, 2025 • 14min
Q&A: They Say It's Elon & Trump Derangement Syndrome
JJ replies to some harsh viewer questions and critical comments about the current direction of The Art of Value channel, and shares some recent channel analytics. 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.

Jan 20, 2025 • 16min
TRUMP Memecoin is Grifting INSANITY!
JJ breaks down the surprise launch of Donald Trump's new TRUMP memecoin, just days before his inauguration as President of The United States! A Melania Trump memecoin was also launched just days later.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.

Jan 17, 2025 • 25min
Elon Musk’s Friend EXPOSES His Lies & Betrayal
JJ breaks down how Elon’s now former friend Sam Harris has revealed why he and Elon are no longer friends. He exposes how Elon betrayed him, and how Elon continues to spread lies about Sam and many others online, to millions of his followers on his own Twitter/X platform.Related episodes:Elon Musk Fraud Video Gamer! What Else is a Lie? https://youtu.be/FrMKvrA-e6ITesla’s Elon Musk Legit May Be ‘GOING MAD’ https://youtu.be/0ZgP6qB8jnkElon Musk Calls MAGA Contemptible FOOLS & RACISTS https://youtu.be/K-VYnvSIbtgDisclaimer: 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.

Jan 15, 2025 • 12min
SEC Sues Elon Musk Alleging Securities Fraud
JJ breaks down the news that the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is suing Elon Musk alleging the X (formerly Twitter) owner violated securities law by acquiring Twitter shares at artificially low prices, and being late for reporting his growing Twitter stake.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.

Jan 14, 2025 • 11min
Top MAGA Steve Bannon BRUTALIZES Elon Musk
JJ breaks down what Steve Bannon, MAGA ally and President Donald Trump’s previous political strategist, is currently saying about fellow MAGA ally and Telsa CEO Elon Musk. Bannon is brutal with his criticism of Elon Musk, calling him a truly evil person and a racist.Related videos:Elon Musk Fraud Video Gamer! What Else is a Lie? https://youtu.be/FrMKvrA-e6ITesla’s Elon Musk Legit May Be ‘GOING MAD’ https://youtu.be/0ZgP6qB8jnkTrump Could DECIMATE Tesla & Elon Musk’s Fortune https://youtu.be/52tLqkB4CQA Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jan 13, 2025 • 15min
Elon Musk Fraud Video Gamer! What Else is a Lie?
JJ looks at how Tesla CEO Elon Musk has been been busted as a gaming fraud by they Path of Exile 2 gaming community for lying about being a top game player. They say Elon has been secretly boosting his way to near the top of the ladder in the game, by paying expert players to play for him. If this is indeed the case, what else is he lying about?Related episodes:Elon Plays Video Games & Politics as Tesla SALES FALL https://youtu.be/ZzlmVsPlLFw Tesla’s Elon Musk Legit May Be ‘GOING MAD’ https://youtu.be/0ZgP6qB8jnkElon Musk's SHOCKING Reaction to Tesla Cybertruck EXPLOSION https://youtu.be/QGNrGIuG6JQ Referenced videosElon Musk Fraud Gamer Situation is Pathetic - penguinz0 https://youtu.be/8Ui4h0J1mIQElon Musk is Lying About Being Good at Video Games - Quin69TV https://youtu.be/FmEe3eUPWq4Disclaimer: 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.


