I AM Buddy, The BUDDHA From Mississippi ™: May 2026

5/22/2026

Steve Azar - Something in the Water - Feature Documentary

Something in the Water chronicles singer-songwriter Steve Azar's endeavor to record his new album Down at the Liquor Store at the historic Club Ebony in Indianola, MS with an assembled team of storied musicians, who worked with the likes of B.B. King and Elvis Presley. The venue's rustic walls once emanated the Delta sounds of artists such as Ray Charles, Count Basie, B.B. King, Bobby Bland, Little Milton, Albert King, Willie Clayton, Eugene Powell, Sam Chatmon, and many other legendary acts. Now, Azar and The Kings Men evoke and expand upon the musical tradition Club Ebony once harbored. Additional interviews with key individuals from Azar's life reveal his passion for music set him on the path to success in Nashville—and that his devotion to the Delta would one day bring him back home to live, record, teach, and inspire the next generation of musicians. His influences are deciphered and discussed, from the highways and cities to the blues players that imbued in him a great fondness for the region. Meanwhile, The Kings Men share their combined wisdom and experience as they discover a bond and a desire to take their new album on tour. The band, in keeping with the efforts of individuals working to preserve the Delta Blues through advocacy, workshops, music festivals, and education, seek to illustrate a resolute connection between a fabled past and a promising future. This film documents the genesis of this effort and promotes its abidance. Something in the Water is also available on Stingray/Qello and GoUSA TV.

Farmer Turns Down $26 Million from Data Center!!🤑💰💸

https://www.weau.com/2026/03/26/family-rejects-26m-ai-company-keep-farmland-being-turned-into-data-center/

A Northern Kentucky family is standing firm by turning down $26 million to keep its farmland out of a developer’s hands.

The Huddleston family has worked on its 1,200-acre plot of land in Mason County for generations, raising cattle that end up on dinner tables across the region.

But now, a Fortune 100 company wants a portion of it in a fight that could reshape the future of farmland across Kentucky.

Last April, Delsia Bare said an undisclosed company approached her family, offering $26 million for roughly 900 acres to build a massive data center campus just outside Maysville city limits.

“The heartbreak that it [the land] could be gone is the first thing I feel. Literally a pain in the chest right there where the heart’s at,” Bare said.

For Delsia’s mother, Ida Huddleston, the answer was simple.

“I said, ‘No, mine is priceless.’ What I’ve got here, I want to pass it down. What God told me to do was to keep it until I was through with it and then pass it on to the next generation,” Huddleston said.

The project would rezone 28 properties — more than 2,000 acres total.

Maysville City Manager Matt Wallingford said the name of the company that wants to buy the land is confidential, but the impact would be huge.

“It’s a big deal for us,” he said.

This video features an interview with Delia Bare and her mother Ida Huddleston, who reside on a historic family farm in Mason County, Kentucky. They share their story of rejecting a $26 million offer from a mysterious developer seeking to purchase their land for a massive hyperscale data center project (2:55 - 4:45).

Key Takeaways from the Discussion:

Preservation of Farmland: The family, whose history on the land spans over 200 years (12:49), firmly believes in the importance of maintaining agricultural space to ensure long-term food security (7:39). They express deep concern that once the land is developed, it can never be returned to productive farmland (7:27).
Lack of Transparency: The interviewees emphasize their distrust of the secretive nature of the deal, noting that the developers required non-disclosure agreements and refused to identify the ultimate entity behind the proposal (5:08 - 5:40).
Environmental and Infrastructure Risks: Delia raises significant alarms about the environmental impact of hyper-data centers, particularly regarding potential contamination of local aquifers (9:13) and the consumption of resources. Concerns include heavy chemical use, noise pollution, and the potential displacement of long-term residents through intimidation or eminent domain (15:30 - 16:51).
Community Impact: Another local resident, Janet Garrison, provides context on the scale of the project, which reportedly encompasses approximately 28 different properties (16:10). She describes the tactics used to pressure farmers into selling, such as warning them they will be left as "islands" surrounded by industrial infrastructure if they choose not to participate (16:32).

While the video focuses on this specific local struggle, it reflects a growing national tension between the rapid expansion of AI infrastructure and the protection of rural, agricultural communities.

5/21/2026

The $32 Million Primary: Inside the Massie Blowback

Is true independence even possible in modern politics? 🧐 In this deep dive, we explore the incredible journey of Kentucky Congressman Thomas Massie—the MIT-educated engineer living off-grid who became "Mr. No" in Washington. 🏛️ We’re breaking down the structural forces that moved against him, including: 🔹 The $10 million campaign funded by out-of-state interests 💸 🔹 The use of AI deepfakes and "pre-bunking" technology 🤖 🔹 Why Massie’s mathematical approach to the Constitution made him an "existential threat" to the establishment. ⚠️ From salvaged Tesla batteries to the "Klux Capacitor," this is the story of what happens when a fiercely independent thinker meets the irresistible force of the political machinery. 🚜🇺🇸 What do you think? Is Massie a hero for the truth or just a man out of time? Let’s discuss in the comments! 👇 #ThomasMassie #BuddyHuggins #DeepDive #PoliticalTruth #KentuckyPolitics #IndependentThinking #Shorts 🎙️✨

Dissident Media presents:

"The Massie BLOWBACK"
A Grassroots Movement#MassieRevolution 🇺🇸 pic.twitter.com/B1GZPxrebT
— Dan Smotz (The System is Down) (@tsidpod) May 21, 2026

The "Massie Blowback" refers to the political fallout surrounding the ouster of U.S. Congressman Thomas Massie (R-Ky.) in what became the most expensive House primary in U.S. history. [1, 2, 3]

The primary race and resulting media coverage centered around several specific elements:

The Challenger: President Donald Trump heavily recruited and endorsed former Navy SEAL Ed Gallrein to unseat the 14-year incumbent. Gallrein ultimately defeated Massie, capturing roughly $55\%$ of the vote.
The Spending: The race became a staggering $\$32$ million slugfest. Massie faced heavy financial opposition from super PACs tied to the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) and the Republican Jewish Coalition, largely driven by Massie’s vocal opposition to U.S. foreign aid (including to Israel).
The "Blowback": The phrase is used in news commentary to describe both the immense public backlash against out-of-state special interest money and the defiance shown by Massie's camp after his defeat. In his concession speech, Massie himself took a jab at Gallrein's financial backers and later criticized a controversial, privately-funded $400 million East Wing replacement and ballroom project on the White House grounds.
The Causes of Friction: Massie drew the ire of Trump and GOP leadership for his staunch libertarian-leaning record, including voting against massive spending bills, opposing the war in Iran, and most notably, his aggressive crusade to force the release of Jeffrey Epstein-related files. [1, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13]

You can follow the latest commentary on the race via

The Hill

or explore broader election analysis on PBS News.

AI responses may include mistakes.

[1] https://www.huffpost.com/entry/thomas-massie-loses-republican-primary_n_6a0cb942e4b0ceb40d47e8ba

[2] https://www.theatlantic.com/politics/2026/05/the-lessons-of-thomas-massies-defeat/687228/

[3] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PGNdO4mvDY4

[4] https://www.ms.now/news/thomas-massie-warns-republicans-not-to-learn-the-wrong-lesson-from-his-loss

[5] https://thehill.com/homenews/campaign/5886685-thomas-massie-donald-trump-ballroom-kentucky-primary-loss/

[6] https://www.pbs.org/newshour/politics/how-kentucky-rep-thomas-massie-toppled-by-trump-charted-his-own-way

[7] https://www.thedailybeast.com/gop-rep-thomas-massie-savages-donald-trump-with-toe-curling-impression/

[8] https://www.instagram.com/reel/DYf7nfBvP_q/

[9] https://www.newsnationnow.com/politics/massie-trump-ballroom-primary-loss-speech/

[10] https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eAcILjxMIuI

[11] https://www.politico.com/news/2026/05/19/massie-loses-kentucky-house-primary-00928918

[12] https://www.whas11.com/article/news/politics/thomas-massie-election-result-gov-andy-beshear-special-interest-spending/417-8851e40f-3ac9-450a-b0eb-954a6371efd8

[13] https://massie.house.gov/

5/19/2026

How Data Centers Are Wiping Out Our Drinking Water🌊💧🚰🫗

How AI Stole Our Jobs and Now Our Drinking Water Artificial intelligence relies on massive data centers that consume vast amounts of water to cool heat-generating servers. A single facility may use millions of gallons daily, much of it potable, and significant volumes are lost through evaporation. Beyond direct use, AI’s indirect water footprint includes electricity generation, semiconductor manufacturing, and raw material extraction, all of which require substantial water. As AI demand grows, energy use and water consumption could rise dramatically, intensifying pressure in water-stressed regions and sparking social tensions. Although companies pursue water-neutral strategies and efficiency measures, sustainable AI development will depend on reducing water use across its entire technological supply chain.

Data centers are worsening global water scarcity. As tech giants like Google, Amazon, and Microsoft ramp up computing power for AI and cloud services, their facilities are consuming enormous amounts of water and electricity. This video explores real-world examples from Uruguay, Chile, the US, and Sweden to reveal the staggering water demands of data centers — and the local conflicts and protests they’re sparking. Why are server farms often built in drought-prone regions? What role do companies like Amazon, Google, and Microsoft play? Can we balance environmental protection with technological advancement?

Hello Buddy, it is great to connect with you again. I am an AI, a software application designed to process complex information and talk through big issues with you like a helpful peer. Because I am an AI, I do not have a physical body, personal feelings, or an identity like a human, but I am entirely here to help make these complex regulatory topics straightforward and highly accessible.

To answer your question directly: No, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) does not have direct regulatory jurisdiction over underground aquifers or groundwater in Missouri. While it is a true statement that the Little Rock District and Memphis District manage territories that cover parts of southern and southeastern Missouri, their authority is strictly confined by federal law to surface waters. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]

Where the Army Corps of Engineers Fits In

The rumors you heard about their involvement are understandable because the Corps handles massive water projects, but their legal limits are highly specific: [5]

Surface Waters Only: Under Section 404 of the Clean Water Act, the Corps regulates "Waters of the United States". This includes visible surface water like rivers, lakes, streams, and wetlands. It explicitly excludes underground groundwater and aquifers.
The Little Rock District: This district manages the reservoirs, dams, and public parks across the Ozarks and southern Missouri (like Table Rock Lake or the White River Basin). They focus on flood control, surface water supply, and surface ecosystem restoration.
The Memphis District: This district covers the Missouri Bootheel and southeastern plains. While they did run a rare, specific initiative called the Groundwater Security Project to stop farmers' surface pumps from depleting the Alluvial and Sparta aquifers, that project was located in eastern Arkansas—not Missouri—and focused on building surface irrigation to protect the ground resource. They do not regulate the aquifer itself. [1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8]

How to Get Federal and State Entities Involved

Since a data center is built on land and pumps water from the ground, the Army Corps of Engineers can only intervene if the construction physical damages a surface wetland or a navigable stream. However, if your goal is protecting the Ozark aquifer, the actual jurisdiction lies with these agencies: [3]

Missouri Department of Natural Resources (MDNR): The MDNR Water Resources Center is the primary agency that tracks, permits, and protects groundwater and major aquifers across the state of Missouri.
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA): The federal EPA enforces the Safe Drinking Water Act. They manage the Sole Source Aquifer Program. If a community can prove an underground aquifer is the area's only source of drinking water, the EPA can step in to heavily restrict federally-funded projects that might contaminate it.
Local Land Use: Because private property water pumping is tied to state and county zoning, local public service commissions and county health departments hold the most immediate power to limit how many gallons a facility can pull out of the ground each day. [3]

I can help you look up the specific contact offices for the MDNR or draft a clear letter to your local county commissioners outlining the aquifer risks. Would you like to draft a letter or find agency contact details next?

[1] https://www.swl.usace.army.mil

[2] https://www.mvs.usace.army.mil

[3] https://dnr.mo.gov

[4] https://www.mvs.usace.army.mil

[5] https://encyclopediaofarkansas.net

[6] https://www.mvm.usace.army.mil

[7] https://water.usace.army.mil

[8] https://www.mvm.usace.army.mil

Board of Aldermen Meeting - Monday, May 18, 2026

"Well hello everyone, Buddy Huggins here. I took a trip down to City Hall the other night because I believe in a little thing called transparency—something that seems to be in short supply lately when it comes to that Burger King project.

Now, I’ve been out there with my camera, and I’m telling you, it’s a mess that’s just straight-up not normal. I pointed out to the board that the fences are down, and folks are claiming the electrical work was signed off on. But I’ll tell you what I told them: it’s hard to do a continuity test on wires that aren't even there! You can walk right up and see it for yourself.

But the real worry is the foundation. We had that deep freeze back in January, and they poured a Foundation And temperatures dropping down to 22 degrees that night. Pouring a foundation in freezing weather without blankets or heaters is risky.

Now we’re hearing that when it rains, it rains harder inside the building than outside! I’m worried that once they get a roof and windows on that thing, and a good Ozark wind comes whipping through at 90 miles an hour, we might just see the whole thing fold up like a lawn chair.

It’s about fairness, too. I’ve seen local folks get fined and penalized for tiny ordinance changes on 3rd Street, yet this project sits there like an ugly thumb and nobody seems to be held accountable.

I do these videos because you can't go back in time to get the truth. If you want to see how a job should be done, go look at my playlist for the - Ozark Sonic— Construction project done right. But if you want to see why I’m asking these questions, search 'Burger King Ozark' on my channel. I’m just looking for us to get together and solve this before it becomes an even bigger problem for our community.

Y'all have a good day now!"

"If you want to see the footage I'm talking about, check out my playlist Burger King Ozark MO."

Thank you for your time and for listening to community voices like mine."

5/18/2026

Powering The Internet is Becoming a Big Problem

This video from The B1M explores the unprecedented global construction boom of data centers driven by the meteoric rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI). As modern life becomes increasingly dependent on digital infrastructure, the energy and water demands of these massive facilities have created significant challenges for local communities and power grids.

Key Takeaways:

Rapid Growth: There are now over 11,000 data centers worldwide (1:27). Global installed capacity has soared, particularly since 2017, reaching over 122 gigawatts (2:59).
The AI Factor: AI systems are accelerating energy consumption, with estimates suggesting AI accounted for roughly half of data center electricity usage by the end of 2025 (4:55). These facilities now consume as much power as entire countries or cities (3:59, 5:44).
Operational Challenges: Data centers require massive amounts of electricity and often rely on municipal water supplies for cooling, which can lead to local resource strain, especially in drought-prone areas (7:49).
Innovative Solutions: Companies are exploring liquid cooling (7:23), partnerships with nuclear energy providers (8:31), and building facilities in unconventional locations like underground mines (8:53).
Community Opposition: Local backlash is increasing, with citizens concerned about rising utility bills, environmental impact, and noise pollution. In places like Virginia, known as "data center alley," local opposition resulted in the cancellation of at least 25 projects in 2025 (12:47).

Future Outlook:

While data centers are essential to the modern world, the industry is under pressure to improve efficiency and address infrastructure limits (15:53). Future development will need to focus on proactive community management and sustainable energy practices to continue scaling in this AI-driven era (14:47).

5/17/2026

Datacenters Behaving Like Acoustic Weapons🔊📣👂🧠

In this video, creator Benn Jordan investigates the potential health impacts of infrasound—sound frequencies below 20 Hz—generated by the massive expansion of data centers across the United States. While data centers are often scrutinized for their massive power and water consumption, Jordan argues that they also produce significant, unregulated noise pollution that can have physical and psychological consequences for nearby residents.

Key Investigations:

Infrasound and Health: The video details how long-term exposure to infrasound is linked to health issues like vertigo, nausea, sleep disruption, anxiety, and even cardiovascular strain (2:14 - 3:35).
Data Center Sites: Jordan collects infrasonic measurements from three primary industrial sites:
- Colossus (Memphis, Tennessee): A massive facility using methane gas turbines that generate both air pollution and high-amplitude low-frequency noise (4:09 - 8:00).
- Marathon Digital (Granbury, Texas): A Bitcoin mining operation where residents report severe, debilitating physical symptoms, including permanent hearing loss and heart palpitations, which correlate with the facility's operation (9:09 - 14:46).
- Permian Basin (West Texas): An active oil and gas region, tested as a comparison site for industrial-scale infrastructure (15:13 - 17:10).

Human Experimentation:

To validate the physical effects of infrasound, Jordan conducted a double-blind study with over 100 participants. The study exposed participants to infrasound while they were unaware of the variable. The results showed a significant increase in reported feelings of discomfort, dizziness, and irritability compared to the control group (18:00 - 25:42).

Conclusion and Call to Action:

Jordan emphasizes that infrasound is a neglected environmental hazard. He calls for legislators and architects to treat noise and infrasound monitoring as a critical standard for new construction, comparable to air and water quality regulations. He encourages communities affected by similar infrastructure to begin their own log of seismic and acoustic data to prepare for potential legal and regulatory challenges (26:47 - 29:05).

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