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Steve Chalmers's avatar

Another (sigh)|

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7-brH3Fvero

new channel "the oracle mind" seems to have 11 deepfake videos of you posted in the last 5 days

https://www.youtube.com/@theoraclemind01

Description

Welcome to The Oracle Mind.

We exist for one purpose: cut through noise. While the internet reacts fast and loud, we slow down. We analyze. Inspired by the sharp, no-nonsense commentary style of Rick Wilson, this channel focuses on clarity over chaos, logic over emotion.

Here, every video is perspective — not reaction.

We break down power, psychology, and strategy. We reveal hidden incentives, expose manipulation, and highlight the real motives behind headlines. Through calm narration and cinematic pacing, we show the moment when logic beats hype and truth cuts through noise.

Disclaimer: This is a fan-created analysis channel. Any reference to public figures is used under fair commentary for educational purposes. AI narration may be used only to enhance clarity.

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Steve Chalmers's avatar

Two more, on a new account

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i8SSkblLImA&t=2s

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MGX7nhQ1riA

the channel is

https://www.youtube.com/@AmericasFuture46

the channel's description says

America's Future

Description

Disclaimer: This is an independent, fan-made channel not affiliated with Rick Wilson, or any political organization. The videos are inspired by public speeches and verified news for educational and analytical purposes only.

We use voiceover narration, storytelling, and dramatized reenactments to explain complex political news in a clear, emotional, and engaging way. All visuals and voices are independently produced and do not feature or represent Rick Wilson personally.

Our goal is to present political developments that encourage civic understanding and discussion while maintaining respect for all public figures. We strive to amplify public information responsibly and follow fair use and journalistic integrity principles.

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Mark Burlingame's avatar

Future of America Youtube channel is another one.

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David Levy's avatar

There’s another channel by the name of Diane Gonçalves that does the same, though they post a disclaimer on their About This Channel. They appear to have 1.3M subscribers.

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Steve Chalmers's avatar

Another one

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i8SSkblLImA

The channel (which has older content on a previous topic)

https://www.youtube.com/@DIANEGSILVA

The channel's description says

Description

Disclaimer: This is an independent, fan-made channel not affiliated with Rick Wilson, or any political organization. The videos are inspired by public speeches and verified news for educational and analytical purposes only.

We use voiceover narration, storytelling, and dramatized reenactments to explain complex political news in a clear, emotional, and engaging way. All visuals and voices are independently produced and do not feature or represent Rick Wilson personally.

Our goal is to present political developments that encourage civic understanding and discussion while maintaining respect for all public figures. We strive to amplify public information responsibly and follow fair use and journalistic integrity principles.

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Michael W.'s avatar

I wondered why you'd use an ai of yourself instead of just doing a video. Thanks for posting this, Rick.

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Juliana's avatar

It's horrid to see how far deepfakers go to

undermine people's reputation and work.

I am a victim.

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spatch's avatar

Samy'smails was taken down, another one seems to have replaced it. Report the crap out of it.

https://youtu.be/HQMxhBV30SQ?si=dlMc33NimFmQruV-

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Steve Chalmers's avatar

another new one "dr 700"

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FYe8opGIKmQ

the channel has only one deepfake video of yours, the rest may be authentic

https://www.youtube.com/@dr700-n1n

roaches indeed

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Beth Aalberts's avatar

I think I just found another AI Rick wilson called Save Democracy.

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spatch's avatar

Same here, report the crap out of it.

https://youtu.be/HQMxhBV30SQ?si=dlMc33NimFmQruV-

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Greg Godwin's avatar

Admit to being duped because initially I just heard the audio. But the visual later made the AI obvious.

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Wendy The Druid 🏳️‍⚧️🏳️‍🌈🌈's avatar

Deepfakes are just downright scary.

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Todd Hawley's avatar

There's still another new one called Save Democracy at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFHYbAc_UyX_hU0fCkGqxtw. They're sprouting like roaches.

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Steve Chalmers's avatar

a new one is up on a different youtube account

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=08GUgAj8FV4

that account seems to have several deepfake pieces of you up

https://www.youtube.com/@FlashbackFramesPro

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Dan Bickell's avatar

Happy to report that the YouTube channel was terminated while I was watching, mid-video, just a little while ago.

Ashamed to admit that I was fooled by it, and found this while trying to see what happened to your new channel! You did look great, though...

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LV Jan's avatar

I’m sorry this happened to you. I haven’t seen one, but I find it hard to believe that any AI could duplicate your amazing turns of phrase. They might match your cadence, but not your words . . . I hope.

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