This week on Uncanny Valley, the hosts discuss the unfolding chaos at Meta's newly formed AI unit. Despite hefty investments and a laser focus on AI, employees are questioning their roles as they're rebranded into post-training minions for advanced models.

The leak of Peter Thiel's 'Dialog' society members reveals a secretive network where high-profile figures gather to discuss matters beyond the public eye. Meanwhile, Sam Bankman-Fried is lobbying for a pardon and contemplating a political comeback.

Leaked internal messages paint a picture of disillusioned workers voicing their discontent. One employee even demanded executives be called 'pieces of shit.' The reshuffle prioritizes AI at the expense of employee morale, with one worker likening it to being in the 'Gulag.'

The SpaceX acquisition of Cursor and Anthropic's ongoing negotiations with the Trump administration for access to advanced models add another layer to this tech industry drama. Are these events heralding a new era or are they just more signs of internal dysfunction?