Welcome back to P-O-L-I-T-E-C-H — Bringing politics and technology together with a twist of flair & common sense. I’m Dale. I’ve been involved in campaigns for over twelve years, and a significant part of my work has been ensuring staff and volunteers are safe — developing safety strategies, training personnel, and implementing practical security plans.
Politech Episode 11 – The Promise and Perils of AI in Government (And What You Can Try at Home) AI isn’t just for Silicon Valley—it’s already shaping how governments make decisions, deliver services, and even enforce policy. In this episode, Dale and Mathew cut through the hype to explore the real promise and pitfalls of AI in the public sector, plus practical ways you can experiment with these tools yourself.
Politech – Episode: Smoke and Mirrors: How Political Parties Use Technology to Manipulate the American Public Runtime: 30 minutes In this eye-opening episode of Politech , we pull back the curtain on one of the most dangerous weapons in modern politics: technology-fueled manipulation . From weaponized social media posts to AI-generated propaganda, political parties are no longer just playing the game—they’re rewriting the rules in real time. Your host goes solo to break down how misinformation a...
Politech Podcast Episode: "ICE’s Digital Dragnet: How Tech is Redefining Immigration Enforcement" What happens when AI, facial recognition, and predictive algorithms meet immigration policy? In this eye-opening episode, hosts Dale Gibler and Mathew Newman take you inside ImmigrationOS —the $30M tech platform driving U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement’s (ICE) transformation into a real-time surveillance force. We break down how ICE is leveraging massive data collection, mobile biometrics, a...
In this explosive episode of Politech , host Dale Gibler unpacks the One Big Beautiful Bill—a sweeping piece of legislation that supercharges ICE with over $100 billion in funding by 2029, making it the most heavily resourced law enforcement agency in America. This isn’t just about immigration enforcement. It’s about a seismic power shift, fueled by AI-driven surveillance, predictive policing, and unprecedented data collection that reaches from social media to utility bills. Dale breaks down wha...
Politech – Podcast Description Politech is where politics, technology, and truth collide. Hosted by campaign veteran and cybersecurity expert Dale Gibler, this weekly show cuts through the noise to expose how power really operates in America — from digital surveillance and disinformation to broken policy, propaganda, and corporate greed. With a sharp eye on democracy and a deep respect for the people it should serve, Politech tackles the stories the mainstream won’t, asks the questions politicia...
Politech Where politics, data, and cybersecurity collide. Hosted by Neal, a foreign policy and cybersecurity professional, strategist, and data trainer — Politech dives deep into how data powers modern political campaigns, the evolving landscape of cybersecurity, and the future of tech-driven strategy. With insights from years of experience in U.S. politics and international security, Neal breaks down complex systems, exposes gaps in current practices, and explores how data can tell better stori...
PoliTech with Dale Gibler Where politics meets technology. Hosted by IT & cybersecurity expert Dale Gibler, PoliTech unpacks how digital tools, surveillance, AI, and cyber policy are quietly shaping our democracy, economy, and daily lives. Tune in for sharp insights and real-world impact.
In this episode, we delve into the significant budgetary and personnel reductions at the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) initiated by the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). With a proposed $491 million budget cut and the elimination of critical red teams responsible for identifying vulnerabilities in government networks , the nation's cyber defenses face unprecedented challenges. Our special guest, cybersecurity expert Mathew Newman, provides an in-depth analysis...
After spending years in the trenches of local and state politics, I’ve seen the good, the bad, and the utterly bizarre. My name is Dale Gibler, and I’ve witnessed firsthand how politics has shifted from a civic duty to a stage show. I've sat in meetings that impacted thousands of lives and yet, what grabbed the headlines was which politician had the catchiest slogan or flashiest social media post. We are no longer evaluating leaders by their decisions or integrity, but by their brand appeal. Tha...
Are your bills getting bigger — but your cart looks smaller? It might not just be inflation. In this episode of Politech , Dale Gibler breaks down how new tariffs are driving up the price of everyday goods, from TVs and washing machines to toys and groceries. We dive into real price comparisons, explain how tariffs work, and explore the political and tech forces behind these rising costs. Plus, find out how global trade policy quietly hits your wallet — and what smart leadership can do about it....
In the premiere episode of Politech , host Dale Gibler launches the show on his birthday by diving into one of the most alarming national security slip-ups of the year—SignalGate. Discover how a group chat on the Signal messaging app exposed sensitive military plans, why it happened, and what secure systems should have been used instead. From SIPRNet to JWICS, we unpack the tools that are supposed to protect America’s secrets—and how a single mistake ignited bipartisan outrage. This episode sets...
