Welcome to another riveting episode of Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu. In today's episode, we peel back the layers on some of the most pressing and polarizing topics of our time. Joining me are guests Marek and Rudyard Lynch, recognized voices in historical and political analysis. We're diving deep into the distinctions between authoritarian and totalitarian regimes, comparing modern leaders like Trump to historical figures such as Hitler, and debating the implications of these comparisons.

You'll hear Lynch discuss why true totalitarian societies are rare, often eliminating social institutions for ideology, and why modern left-leaning governments may be closer to totalitarianism in their intolerance for dissenting viewpoints. Marek brings a fascinating perspective, likening Trump's traits to leaders like Alexander the Great and Churchill, questioning the uniqueness of these comparisons.

We'll explore economic and social dynamics, including discussions on AI's impact, enduring generational wealth, and democracy's reliance on the average citizen. Tom also delves into the evolution of warfare, global power structures, and the sometimes brutal realities of historical conflict, using vivid examples to highlight our comparatively humane modern methods.

Additionally, we look at Tom's ambitious business ventures and insights on the future of technology. From the development of a multi-billion dollar video game to releasing compelling comic content, the show explores the intersection of innovation, creativity, and relentless pursuit of excellence.

SHOWNOTES

Encourage honesty in company culture, despite challenges.

01:20:02 Hitler's expansionist vision involved conquering Russia.

01:23:11 Criticism of Democrats as totalitarian, unlike Trump.

01:33:04 Western history oversimplifies leadership harshness, unlike others.

01:50:08 Trump critiques: bully, not totalitarian, potential danger.

02:01:28 Left dominates rhetoric; Trump challenges elite interests.

02:04:17 Billionaires influencing politics; government versus public.

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Welcome to another riveting episode of Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu. In today's episode, we peel back the layers on some of the most pressing and polarizing topics of our time. Joining me are guests Marek and Rudyard Lynch, recognized voices in historical and political analysis. We're diving deep into the distinctions between authoritarian and totalitarian regimes, comparing modern leaders like Trump to historical figures such as Hitler, and debating the implications of these comparisons.

You'll hear Lynch discuss why true totalitarian societies are rare, often eliminating social institutions for ideology, and why modern left-leaning governments may be closer to totalitarianism in their intolerance for dissenting viewpoints. Marek brings a fascinating perspective, likening Trump's traits to leaders like Alexander the Great and Churchill, questioning the uniqueness of these comparisons.

We'll explore economic and social dynamics, including discussions on AI's impact, enduring generational wealth, and democracy's reliance on the average citizen. Tom also delves into the evolution of warfare, global power structures, and the sometimes brutal realities of historical conflict, using vivid examples to highlight our comparatively humane modern methods.

Additionally, we look at Tom's ambitious business ventures and insights on the future of technology. From the development of a multi-billion dollar video game to releasing compelling comic content, the show explores the intersection of innovation, creativity, and relentless pursuit of excellence.

SHOWNOTES

00:00 Project Kaizen enables rapid creative iteration, brainstorming.

18:29 Embrace innovation to thrive despite uncertainty.

21:26 Reality indistinguishable from simulation; brain simulates reality.

30:58 Crypto: advances, good trade now, uncertain future.

50:27 Condescending attitude undermines faith in intellect.

58:06 Beliefs guide actions towards achieving honorable goals.

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On this episode of Conversations with Tom, author Dave Rubin and Tom Bilyeu discuss the nature of identity and freedom, and talk about how we might do better as parents, citizens and individuals.

[Original air date: April 30, 2020]

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Dave describes his process for getting his book written [4:47]

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Dave discusses the difficulties facing entrepreneurs and small business owners [9:54]

Dave talks about how his interest in politics developed [13:08]

Dave describes his experience of being “in the closet” [19:53]

The terrible results of refusing to let people be who they are [24:49]

Dave explains how he deals with surrogate parenting [30:26]

Dave details the criteria he and his partner use to choose surrogates [35:04]

What is the definition of a decent parent? What constitutes good parenting? [38:35]

Dave and Tom discuss helicopter parenting and how technology has changed kids [41:45]

Tom talks about why he would be much too overprotective as a parent [46:05]

Your kids will rebel against you no matter what, so there’s no perfect parenting method [49:38]

Dave celebrates the freedom that has transformed people who live in the US [51:26]

Dave and Tom discuss the difference between equal opportunity and equal outcomes [57:16]

Tom talks about the influence on luck in life, and how the education system works [1:06:13]

Dave strongly advocates for stable families [1:09:23]

Tom talks about his experience working with people who grew up in South Central LA [1:12:01]

You can’t solve everyone’s problems, but they still might haunt you [1:16:19]

Dave advocates helping out small businesses and mom and pop stores [1:19:53]

What is the government really good at? [1:25:01]

Dave claims that the individual is the only thing that matters [1:27:47]

Tom and Dave discuss Jordan Peterson [1:30:50]

Tom strongly advocates deep personal responsibility [1:39:49]

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Here’s how the second-biggest bank collapse in U.S. history happened in just 48 hours. Silicon Valley Bank closed its doors today. Within 48 hours, a panic induced by the very venture capital community that SVB had served and nurtured ended the bank’s 40-year-run.

For sure you’ve heard that millionaires are made in recessions, but how?

Jaspreet Singh is joining Tom for a second time to get you up to speed on what it takes to get wealthy during any recession. Jaspreet is the Minority Mindset guru and Chief Money Nerd at Minority Mindset Companies. He’s been creating financial education videos on YouTube for years and is breaking down all the reason you don’t have to be scared during a recession

Jaspreet is a voice of reason to remember that recessions are only bad or good in relation to which side of the equation you are on. This is a must watch if you’re trying to find the best route through a recession that has most people nervous and panicked.

[Original air date: 3-13-23].

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Welcome back to the Tom Bilyeu Show! In today's discussion, Tom and Producer Drew delve into the fascinating and controversial realm of artificial intelligence and its potential to manipulate human perception. Centered around a provocative tweet by David Sachs, the conversation explores the imperative of prioritizing "truth and safety" in AI development over mere "trust and safety" to prevent teaching AI how to deceive.

Tom advocates for AI's role in maximizing truth-seeking while acknowledging the creative leaps AI can make, akin to human imagination. The discussion expands to concern over inherent biases in AI, the complexities of defining truth, and the balance between transparency and necessary government secrecy, especially in the international arena.

With a touch on the intersection of gaming and AI's future, the hosts discuss Bilyeu's visionary project, "Project Kaizen," and how AI could revolutionize virtual worlds and personal interactions. They further explore the shift in public trust, the power of community engagement, and the rising influence of social media in shaping political discourse.

This episode also touches on pressing economic issues, like the implications of TikTok's potential ban and ongoing stock market fluctuations, shedding light on the complex financial systems. Join Tom and Drew as they navigate these multifaceted topics, urging listeners to critically assess the evolving interplay between AI, government, and society.

SHOWNOTES

00:00 Intro

01:06 Elon Kills Spending Bill

13:15 Is The Gov't Lying Okay?

22:58 TikTok Ban Uploading!

27:45 The Fed Cuts Rates

37:29 David Sachs Talks WokeAI

50:05 SuperComputer means... Sex Bots?

59:15 Is Gaming The Biggest Draw In Entertainment?

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If you’re in the middle of emotionally trying times, lost your job, death and grief over loved ones and failing relationships, we know emotional pain f*cking sucks! But what now? Sitting in these emotions forever isn’t practical or healthy.

So, what are the options?

Bottle it up, push those feelings aside, and push through! You’re hardcore, you’re badass, nothing is going take you out. Just don’t think about it, move on and get gritty.

OR…

Let the pain take over until you feel like a puddle of nothing. Everything feels hopeless, the pain is unbearable, and how could you ever smile again?

Neither of these extremes are healthy ways to cope with your emotions, and as adults, if we’re honest, the majority of us suck at processing emotions. We get angry and take it out on the people closest to us. We go to work sad and hurt over a fight with our partner, now we can’t focus, productivity is low, and the quality of our work sucks.

Susan David, Harvard medical school psychologist and author of the #1 WSJ bestseller, Emotional Agility, has some strategies we can all start implementing today to learn how to process our emotions in an effective and healthier way. Her core message is that “emotions are data, not directives.”

We’re facing some really challenging times ahead and we’ve been fighting and hoping for better days since pre-Covid. This conversation answers how to deal with the difficult thoughts and use emotions as data instead of allowing them to direct a story of you starring as the victim.

You can have every valid reason to fuse with painful emotions, it doesn’t mean they’re helpful in the moment. Create space, observe what you're feeling, and identify the signpost.

[Original air date: 7-19-22]

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0:00 | Introduction to Negative Thinking

4:06 | Unhealthy Ways We Face Emotions

13:30 | Identify Your Emotional Signposts

24:38 | Make Space for Emotional Confusion

39:15 | The Secret Weapon Against Tragedy

50:35 | Don’t Allow Emotions to Write Your Story

1:11:01 | Strategies to Avoid Emotional Fusion

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Tom Bilyeu sits down with Michael Saylor, executive chairman of MicroStrategy and one of the most prominent advocates for Bitcoin, to break down why Bitcoin is far more than a digital currency—it’s a revolution in economic physics.

In this mind-expanding episode, Saylor explains why inflation is stealing your wealth, why Bitcoin will become the global standard for long-term capital, and how it could skyrocket to $13 million per coin. From practical advice for individuals to a bold strategy for world leaders, this conversation is a masterclass in digital capital and the future of money

SHOWNOTES

[01:44] – How MicroStrategy became the most successful Bitcoin-backed stock in history.

[10:18] – Why MicroStrategy remains relevant despite the Bitcoin ETF launch.

[20:57] – Addressing the quantum computing “threat” and Bitcoin’s adaptability.

[25:16] – How transaction fees will sustain Bitcoin mining indefinitely.

[34:37] – Michael Saylor’s advice to the U.S.: Bitcoin, stablecoins, and securing economic dominance.

[49:57] – Can Bitcoin solve the global economic crisis? Eliminating toxic capital.

[01:07:21] – Why the U.S. is poised to lead the “crypto renaissance” in the next four years.

[01:14:15] – The future of AI and Bitcoin: How digital intelligence will drive digital capital.

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Is Bitcoin really the future of money, or is it just hype? Michael Saylor, the executive chairman of MicroStrategy, joins Tom Bilyeu to explain why Bitcoin is not only the solution to inflation but the single greatest opportunity for building generational wealth.

Saylor reveals the math and strategy behind his prediction of Bitcoin hitting $13 million per coin, how capital flows like energy through a system, and why it’s time for governments and individuals alike to recapitalize using Bitcoin. This is not just a conversation about cryptocurrency—it’s about understanding the fundamental economics of wealth, value, and a digital-first future.

SHOWNOTES

[00:03:28] – Michael Saylor breaks down why 2024 marks the “Year Zero” of Bitcoin institutional adoption.

[00:04:49] – How Bitcoin goes from $100K to $13 million: education, adoption, and the Bitcoin24 model.

[00:07:11] – Institutional adoption: BlackRock, ETFs, and Bitcoin standard companies leading the charge.

[00:10:41] – Nation states and Bitcoin: The U.S. Strategic Bitcoin Reserve and Trump’s economic stance.

[00:12:40] – Why dollars lose value: Inflation explained and the 7% rule eroding your wealth.

[00:17:10] – The theft of buying power: Why holding cash is not a long-term solution.

[00:26:57] – Is Bitcoin “risk-free”? Understanding volatility, timelines, and the physics of capital.

[00:32:56] – The waterfall metaphor: How capital flows to its most efficient and secure state.

[00:45:50] – The $450 trillion opportunity: Bitcoin as the ultimate long-term store of value.

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I’ve been diving into cryptocurrency and I do not want any of you to miss out on the opportunity to learn more about Bitcoin and crypto for yourselves. I am all in when it comes to building businesses and being the entrepreneur that I am, but when it comes to finances, I am definitely out of my comfort zone. It feels like a movement going on around Bitcoin and crypto, and it would feel so wrong to not bring you, someone, I think you should definitely spend time researching, Michael Saylor.

The once-in-a-lifetime opportunity that is accessible to nearly every single person cannot be disregarded out of ignorance. Michael is an MIT graduate and the CEO of Micro-strategy and a self-appointed ambassador for the Bitcoin Movement, whose explanations of what Bitcoin is and why this is so important is one of the best I’ve heard in my own pursuit to better understand cryptocurrency. Listen, research, and do what is best for you, but I urge you to make an informed decision.

[Original air date: 6-10-21].

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Startup | Michael on how MicroStrategy started [1:39]

Risks | What growing $16 million with risks was in comparison to no risks [3:53]

First Principles | First Principles thinking and being intellectually fearless [11:22]

Bitcoin | Michael explains how why bitcoin is 1st engineering in economics [21:50]

Currency Value | Breaking down the shift in wealth with devaluing currency [25:51]

Inflation | Michael debunks inflation myth, unpacking the real problem [28:50]

Hyperinflation | Hyperinflation in bonds, crypto, luxury items [34:26]

Cash Is Trash | Michale explains how cash is losing value, and at what rate [38:24]

Devaluation Rate | Michael on the challenge of beating currency devaluation [43:03]

Currency Conversion | Converting weak currency to stronger assets is best [48:48]

What Is Bitcoin | Michael explains why bitcoin is more valuable and desirable [51:20]

Crypto Volatility | Bitcoin volatility and seeing how big the problem is [1:05:11]

Accessibility | Bitcoin accessibility and solution for rich and poor [1:15:53]

Bitcoin Secure | Michael exposes how Bitcoin is a secure asset [1:20:57]

Sustainable Energy | Bitcoin, sustainable energy and Elon Musk [1:22:49]

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Regardless of where you live, societies are feeling the threat against certain freedoms and are fighting back. Humans innately don’t want to be oppressed or censored by larger, more powerful and dominant groups. But exactly how do you define your freedom? Is your freedom tied to your “rights'' or is your freedom independent of that?

Sebastian Junger, best selling author, Afghanistan war correspondent and more has authored a new book, Freedom, that will leave you shocked, perplexed and challenged in many ways. In this conversation, he and Tom take a deep dive into freedom, what it means for different societies, how smaller groups are able to give larger groups and armies hell, and are willing to risk their lives for their freedom.

Sebastian also shares his 400 mile experience walking through America with a group of friends and reflects on different feelings of freedom. His more recent near death experience will shock you and give you yet another perspective of freedom worth fighting for Order Sebastian Junger’s new book, Freedom: https://amzn.to/3rr8tP1

[Original air date: 7-22-21].

SHOW NOTES:

0:00 | Introduction

1:06 | What is Freedom?

2:49 | Defend Your Freedom

6:04 | Balancing Opposing Sides

8:12 | Root of the Word Freedom

10:51 | 10,000 miles for Defense

15:40 | Society Safe in Numbers

20:19 | Value of Physical Strength

25:12 | Small Fighter Advantage

31:14 | Culture of Honor

41:07 | Agriculture Control

48:04 | Autonomy vs Comfort

53:12 | Social Primate PTSD

58:31 | Importance of Physical Contact

1:03:45 | A Weird 400 Mile Trip

1:06:39 | Seeking Out Challenges

1:08:54 | Freedom Along Gender Lines

1:17:00 | Lessons Raising Girls

1:21:31 | Near Death Experience

1:27:32 | Giving Meaning to Death

1:29:04 | Discussing His Next Book

1:32:34 | Relationship to Fear

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