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In the riveting conclusion of Tom Bilyeu's conversation with WhatifAltHist, we journey deeper into the social and psychological forces driving the modern malaise. This segment picks up with the feminization of culture, the consequences for masculinity, and how evolutionary psychology explains everything from birth rate collapse to rising social distrust. With both wit and a sharp edge, WhatifAltHist analyzes the shifting dynamics between men and women, the devastating impact of merit suppression, hypergamy, and why Gen Z faces a world of atomized social interaction and declining family formation. Part two dives into the pathology of the modern left—from ideological purity spirals to the breakdown of authentic community and the rise of suicidal empathy. The conversation explores the perils of unchecked immigration, authoritarian overreach, and the dangers of ignoring biological realities. The episode wraps with hard-hitting advice on how society might regenerate—championing a return to masculinity, social trust, and the restoration of a truly human context. If you want insight into the deep mechanics of our culture war and the blueprint for unwinding the crisis, this is an essential listen. FOLLOW WHATIFALTHISTYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@WhatifAltHistTwitter: https://twitter.com/whatifalthist ButcherBox: Your choice of holiday protein — ham or turkey in your first box, or ground beef for life — plus $20 off at https://butcherbox.com/impact Bevel Health: 1st month FREE at https://bevel.health/impact with code IMPACT Linkedin: Post your job free at https://linkedin.com/impacttheory HomeServe: Help protect your home systems – and your wallet – with HomeServe against covered repairs. Plans start at just $4.99 a month at https://homeserve.com Netsuite: Right now, get our free business guide, Demystifying AI, at https://NetSuite.com/Theory True Classic: Upgrade your wardrobe at https://trueclassic.com/impact Cape: 33% off with code IMPACT33 at https://cape.co/impact Surfshark: Go to https://surfshark.com/bilyeu or use code BILYEU to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! AirDoctor: Up to $300 off with code IMPACT at https://airdoctorpro.com Raycon: Go to https://buyraycon.com/impact to get up to 30% off sitewide. Found Banking: Try Found for FREE at https://found.com/impact What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here: If you want my help... STARTING a business: join me here at ZERO TO FOUNDER:  https://tombilyeu.com/zero-to-founder?utm_campaign=Podcast%20Offer&utm_source=podca[%E2%80%A6]d%20end%20of%20show&utm_content=podcast%20ad%20end%20of%20show SCALING a business: see if you qualify here.:  https://tombilyeu.com/call Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox: sign up here.: https://tombilyeu.com/ ********************************************************************** If you're serious about leveling up your life, I urge you to check out my new podcast, Tom Bilyeu's Mindset Playbook —a goldmine of my most impactful episodes on mindset, business, and health. Trust me, your future self will thank you. ********************************************************************** FOLLOW TOM: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/tombilyeu YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this illuminating first half of our deep-dive episode, Tom Bilyeu sits down with the brilliant and provocative historian and YouTube creator, WhatifAltHist. Known for his cutting insights into cyclical history and alternative perspectives on societal collapse, WhatifAltHist brings a wealth of knowledge on philosophy, politics, and anthropology to the discussion. The conversation kicks off with a dissection of Nietzsche's “Age of the Last Man,” exploring how Western civilization is at a crossroads characterized by complacency, lack of cultural transmission, and a dangerous loss of ambition. Part one focuses on the unraveling of shared cultural myths, the impact of rapid societal change, and why every historic society similar to ours has met with revolution. The duo investigate the destructive influence of Marxism and modern ideologies on social cohesion, what happens when traditional cultural frameworks erode, and the economic crises intersecting with culture. If you're curious about how historical patterns, economic choices, and ideological battles shape our present moment, this segment will ground you in the underlying forces of our age. SHOWNOTES 00:00 Defining society in crisis—Nietzsche's Age of the Last Man 04:02 Jordan Peterson's Maps of Meaning and the necessity of identity 05:32 Shifting American foundational myths 06:50 Narrative stability, identity, and societal danger 08:18 Marxist intent and the social disorientation project 11:12 The wisdom gap—ancient versus modern perspectives 14:25 Demographics—transition from growth to decline 16:54 Culture as the sum of society, and informal norms 18:48 Economics and culture: The twin pillars of collapse 23:22 Neurobiology—left brain, right brain, and ideology 24:55 Malice vs. mental illness: How ideology detaches from reality 26:00 The matrix of nihilism, hedonism, totalitarianism, heroism 28:41 Technology, AI, and another revolution—where we're headed 29:32 Historical cycles and inevitability of crisis 30:37 International instability: Connecting global trends 31:30 Currency debasement, inflation, and economic collapse 36:09 Mouse utopia—prosperity and destruction of adversity 37:37 The necessity of adversity and breakdown of discipline FOLLOW WHATIFALTHIST YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@WhatifAltHist⁠ Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/whatifalthist⁠ ButcherBox: Your choice of holiday protein — ham or turkey in your first box, or ground beef for life — plus $20 off at ⁠https://butcherbox.com/impact⁠ Bevel Health: 1st month FREE at ⁠https://bevel.health/impact⁠ with code IMPACT Linkedin: Post your job free at ⁠https://linkedin.com/impacttheory⁠ HomeServe: Help protect your home systems – and your wallet – with HomeServe against covered repairs. Plans start at just $4.99 a month at ⁠https://homeserve.com⁠ Netsuite: Right now, get our free business guide, Demystifying AI, at ⁠https://NetSuite.com/Theory⁠ True Classic: Upgrade your wardrobe at ⁠https://trueclassic.com/impact⁠ Cape: 33% off with code IMPACT33 at ⁠https://cape.co/impact⁠ Surfshark: Go to ⁠https://surfshark.com/bilyeu⁠ or use code BILYEU to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! AirDoctor: Up to $300 off with code IMPACT at ⁠https://airdoctorpro.com⁠ Raycon: Go to ⁠https://buyraycon.com/impact ⁠to get up to 30% off sitewide. Found Banking: Try Found for FREE at ⁠https://found.com/impact⁠ What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here: If you want my help... STARTING a business:⁠ join me here at ZERO TO FOUNDER⁠:  ⁠https://tombilyeu.com/zero-to-founder?utm_campaign=Podcast%20Offer&utm_source=podca[%E2%80%A6]d%20end%20of%20show&utm_content=podcast%20ad%20end%20of%20show⁠ SCALING a business:⁠ see if you qualify here.⁠:  ⁠https://tombilyeu.com/call⁠ Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox:⁠ sign up here.⁠: ⁠https://tombilyeu.com/⁠ FOLLOW TOM: Instagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/⁠ Twitter:⁠ https://twitter.com/tombilyeu⁠ YouTube:⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's thought-provoking deep dive, Tom Bilyeu explores one of the most pressing questions of our time: Has America fallen behind, and should we take a page from China's playbook to catch up? Drawing on history—from America's industrial feat during World War II to the rise of China as a global manufacturing powerhouse—he examines the economic, political, and military collision course between these two nations. Tom Bilyeu breaks down the complexities and trade-offs of free market capitalism versus the efficiency (and risks) of a command economy, unpacking how government intervention shapes innovation, competition, and even your investment portfolio. He traces America's journey from rapid-growth freedom to managing decline through increased regulation and central planning, warning of the pitfalls of excessive government control. Tune in as Tom Bilyeu shares his take on the best path forward: advocating for a return to first principles of economic freedom, entrepreneurship, and smart, limited government intervention. This episode challenges you to rethink what it means to compete—and succeed—on the world stage. Get ready for a no-nonsense, straight-shooting analysis that's equal parts history lesson and wake-up call for America's future. What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here: If you want my help... STARTING a business: join me here at ZERO TO FOUNDER:  https://tombilyeu.com/zero-to-founder?utm_campaign=Podcast%20Offer&utm_source=podca[%E2%80%A6]d%20end%20of%20show&utm_content=podcast%20ad%20end%20of%20show SCALING a business: see if you qualify here.:  https://tombilyeu.com/call Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox: sign up here.: https://tombilyeu.com/ ********************************************************************** If you're serious about leveling up your life, I urge you to check out my new podcast, Tom Bilyeu's Mindset Playbook —a goldmine of my most impactful episodes on mindset, business, and health. Trust me, your future self will thank you. ********************************************************************** FOLLOW TOM: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/tombilyeu YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu ButcherBox: Your choice of holiday protein — ham or turkey in your first box, or ground beef for life — plus $20 off at https://butcherbox.com/impact Bevel Health: 1st month FREE at https://bevel.health/impact with code IMPACT Linkedin: Post your job free at https://linkedin.com/impacttheory HomeServe: Help protect your home systems – and your wallet – with HomeServe against covered repairs. Plans start at just $4.99 a month at https://homeserve.com Netsuite: Right now, get our free business guide, Demystifying AI, at https://NetSuite.com/Theory True Classic: Upgrade your wardrobe at https://trueclassic.com/impact Cape: 33% off with code IMPACT33 at https://cape.co/impact Surfshark: Go to https://surfshark.com/bilyeu or use code BILYEU to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! AirDoctor: Up to $300 off with code IMPACT at https://airdoctorpro.com Raycon: Go to https://buyraycon.com/impact to get up to 30% off sitewide. Found Banking: Try Found for FREE at https://found.com/impact 00:00 Intro 03:54 Part 1: The Choice We Must Make 11:50 Part 2: Giving The Devil His Due: China's Playbook and Their Incredible Rise 19:58 Part 3: America Has Some China in its Past 30:07 Part 4: The Dangerous Path Forward Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brendon Burchard literally wrote the book on High Performance Habits. From Fortune 50 CEOs to professional athletes and celebrities, Brendon helps people redefine what they believe is possible with his science and heart -based approach to self -mastery. More than two million students from over 190 countries have taken his online courses, and his live event, Experts Academy, was ranked by Entrepreneur Magazine as one of the five must-attend events for all entrepreneurs. Join New York Times best-selling author, speaker, CEO, and high performance coach in this jam-packed episode of Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu. Original air date: 11-28-17 SHOW NOTES Tom and Brendon dive into the power of transforming mental, emotional, and physical energy. [ 5:15] Brendon walks through the mechanisms and processes he uses to unleash his highest self. [8:54] Brendon breaks down the difference between obsession and passion. [13:31] Brendon unveils what holds us back from obsessing over things that will make an impact. [17:05] Tom and Brendon go deep on identity and the risk of over attachment. [19:00] Brendon dives into performance necessity and the importance of being all in. [23:58] Brendon dissects what it means to develop your passion and build into your goals. [28:52] Brendon lays out practical steps to foster a growth mindset and leveling up. [32:43] Tom and Brendon discuss the equation for success and the power of expectancy. [34:49] Brendon focuses on winning the morning the importance of honoring the struggle. [37:52] Brendon defines the impact that he wants to have on the world. [44:08] FOLLOW BRENDON BURCHARD INSTAGRAM: http://bit.ly/2zSmCfg TWITTER: http://bit.ly/2zVqw5d FACEBOOK: http://bit.ly/2dBDCKO LINKEDIN: http://bit.ly/2zS02Uj WEBSITE: http://bit.ly/2jF1kf5 YOUTUBE: http://bit.ly/1Q6tYfz PODCAST: http://bit.ly/2hEgIo0 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tom Breaks Down Zohran Mamdani's economic policy. What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here: If you want my help... STARTING a business: join me here at ZERO TO FOUNDER:  https://tombilyeu.com/zero-to-founder?utm_campaign=Podcast%20Offer&utm_source=podca[%E2%80%A6]d%20end%20of%20show&utm_content=podcast%20ad%20end%20of%20show SCALING a business: see if you qualify here.:  https://tombilyeu.com/call Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox: sign up here.: https://tombilyeu.com/ ********************************************************************** If you're serious about leveling up your life, I urge you to check out my new podcast, Tom Bilyeu's Mindset Playbook —a goldmine of my most impactful episodes on mindset, business, and health. Trust me, your future self will thank you. ********************************************************************** FOLLOW TOM: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/tombilyeu YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

n today's thought-provoking episode, Tom is joined by his ever-insightful co-host Drew for a dynamic, no-holds-barred conversation tackling the most pressing issues shaping our world right now. The crew dives headfirst into global politics—from the ongoing turmoil in Israel and Gaza, to the influence of leaders like Benjamin Netanyahu and Donald Trump—analyzing whether the problems we face are rooted in individuals or systemic forces. The discussion takes an especially sharp turn when Tom and Drew debate the economic policies of populist leaders, with a special focus on Mamdani and the rise of socialist ideas. Tom is adamant about the dangers of deficit spending and the unintended consequences of well-intentioned but economically unsound policies, arguing that populism risks making life harder for the very people it claims to champion. Drew, meanwhile, pushes back, questioning whether reallocating government spending toward infrastructure and services—like free buses—could offer real solutions for the middle and lower classes. Listeners can expect rigorous analysis of America's fractured economy, why wealth inequality is exploding, the pitfalls of government spending, and the urgent need for economic literacy. The team even explores how America's mass under-education and lost competitive edge might threaten its place on the world stage, especially compared to China's meteoric rise. Throughout, Tom anchors the conversation around the core values that he believes America needs to reclaim: self-improvement, ambition, and a relentless drive to win. Thought experiments, tough questions about the future of unproductive citizens, and even reflections on children's entertainment and cultural mindsets round out this expansive, deeply relevant episode. If you're ready for a blend of hard truths, big ideas, and a little levity, this is one Impact Theory episode you won't want to miss. Let's dive in! Bevel Health: 1st month FREE at https://bevel.health/impact with code IMPACT Linkedin: Post your job free at https://linkedin.com/impacttheory Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/impact True Classic: Upgrade your wardrobe at https://trueclassic.com/impact Cape: 33% off with code IMPACT33 at https://cape.co/impact Surfshark: Go to https://surfshark.com/bilyeu or use code BILYEU to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! AirDoctor: Up to $300 off with code IMPACT at https://airdoctorpro.com Raycon: Go to https://buyraycon.com/impact to get up to 30% off sitewide. Found Banking: Try Found for FREE at https://found.com/impact What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here: If you want my help... STARTING a business: join me here at ZERO TO FOUNDER:  https://tombilyeu.com/zero-to-founder?utm_campaign=Podcast%20Offer&utm_source=podca[%E2%80%A6]d%20end%20of%20show&utm_content=podcast%20ad%20end%20of%20show SCALING a business: see if you qualify here.:  https://tombilyeu.com/call Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox: sign up here.: https://tombilyeu.com/ ********************************************************************** If you're serious about leveling up your life, I urge you to check out my new podcast, Tom Bilyeu's Mindset Playbook —a goldmine of my most impactful episodes on mindset, business, and health. Trust me, your future self will thank you. ********************************************************************** FOLLOW TOM: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/tombilyeu YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What's up, guys? Today, we're diving deep into one of the wildest, most complex moments happening on the global stage right now—everything from the situation in Israel and Gaza, to government shutdowns, SNAP benefits, and even the future of AI, aliens, and societal upheaval. I'm joined by my co-host Drew, who brings the receipts every time and doesn't shy away from asking the tough, uncomfortable questions. Together, we're going to break down the collision of ideology and economics, why power drives decisions on the world stage, and what that means for you and your family. We get into why economic alliances are the only thing that can drive real change—in Israel, in Gaza, everywhere—and how policies and political theater in the U.S. are shaping the way we live. We're talking about everything from the Abraham Accords, to Biden's pardons, to what happens if SNAP benefits run out and the real threats facing American stability. On top of all that, we're tackling the existential question around AI and the future of work, and even asking, is that mysterious object in the sky really an alien ship—or just another shiny rock? By the end of this episode, you'll walk away thinking differently about power, survival, and the future of technology and humanity—and you'll know exactly what's at stake, not just at the policy level, but for your everyday life. If you want to understand how these global and national issues will impact you, this is the episode you cannot afford to miss. If you get value out of this, please hit us with a review—it helps us reach more people like you who want to level up and reach their true potential. I'm Tom Bilyeu, and welcome to Impact Theory. What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here: If you want my help... STARTING a business: join me here at ZERO TO FOUNDER:  https://tombilyeu.com/zero-to-founder?utm_campaign=Podcast%20Offer&utm_source=podca[%E2%80%A6]d%20end%20of%20show&utm_content=podcast%20ad%20end%20of%20show SCALING a business: see if you qualify here.:  https://tombilyeu.com/call Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox: sign up here.: https://tombilyeu.com/ ********************************************************************** If you're serious about leveling up your life, I urge you to check out my new podcast, Tom Bilyeu's Mindset Playbook —a goldmine of my most impactful episodes on mindset, business, and health. Trust me, your future self will thank you. ********************************************************************** FOLLOW TOM: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/tombilyeu YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu Bevel Health: 1st month FREE at https://bevel.health/impact with code IMPACT Linkedin: Post your job free at https://linkedin.com/impacttheory Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/impact True Classic: Upgrade your wardrobe at https://trueclassic.com/impact Cape: 33% off with code IMPACT33 at https://cape.co/impact Surfshark: Go to https://surfshark.com/bilyeu or use code BILYEU to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! AirDoctor: Up to $300 off with code IMPACT at https://airdoctorpro.com Raycon: Go to https://buyraycon.com/impact to get up to 30% off sitewide. Found Banking: Try Found for FREE at https://found.com/impact Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meet the man, Dr. Andy Walshe, who led the performance team for Red Bull Stratos -- the group that helped Felix Baumgartner with his record-breaking jump to Earth from the stratosphere. For over 20 years, Andy has developed custom programs that help elite athletes unleash their potential by moving them away from their comfort zones in the most unique and uncommon ways. This episode delivers some intriguing insights as Andy shares his passion for precision performance in this episode of Impact Theory. Original air date: 6-13-17 SHOW NOTES Andy describes his passion for optimizing human performance and creating anchoring moments. [2:43] Andy explains Project Acheron and how it pushes people in obtuse and uncommon ways. [5:54] Tom and Andy discuss relying on the wisdom of the ancients and suffering as keys to self-actualization. [8:51] Andy goes deep into the training evolution and translating simple challenges into learning opportunities. [16:10] Andy reveals commonalities among the mindsets of elite performers. [21:35] Andy communicates the importance of creativity, how to measure it, and how to optimize it. [24:55] Tom and Andy further explore character training and the dark side of success. [30:22] Andy addresses the cycle of human optimization and how it relates to augmentation. [34:06] Andy dives into robotic-level prosthetics, the human 2.0 conversation, and AI (artificial intelligence). [38:31] Andy addresses precision performance benchmarking programs to carve your own path. [44:06] Andy discloses the practical and spiritual principles he's learned and put to use. [48:09] Tom and Andy discuss the role that nutrition plays in human optimization. [52:00] Andy describes the impact that he wants to have on the world. [55:08] FOLLOW ANDY TWITTER: http://bit.ly/2rUbBa8 LINKEDIN: http://bit.ly/2rzGHB5 FACEBOOK: http://bit.ly/2rrc7ex WEBSITE: http://bit.ly/2rzTzae SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS: Get 5 free AG1 Travel Packs and a FREE 1 year supply of Vitamin D with your first purchase at⁠ https://impacttheory.co/AG1pod.⁠ Secure your digital life with proactive protection for your assets, identity, family, and tech – Go to⁠ https://impacttheory.co/aurapod⁠ to start your free two-week trial. ********************************************************************** What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here: If you want my help... 1. STARTING a business: JOIN ME HERE: ⁠https://tombilyeu.com/zero-to-founder?utm_campaign=Podcast%20Offer&utm_source=podca[%E2%80%A6]d%20end%20of%20show&utm_content=podcast%20ad%20end%20of%20show⁠ 2. SCALING a business: see if you qualify here: ⁠https://tombilyeu.com/call⁠ 3. Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox:⁠ https://tombilyeu.com/⁠ ********************************************************************** LISTEN TO IMPACT THEORY & MINDSET PLAYBOOK AD FREE + BONUS EPISODES on APPLE PODCASTS:⁠ apple.co/impacttheory⁠ ********************************************************************** FOLLOW TOM: Instagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/⁠ Tik Tok:⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en⁠ Twitter:⁠ https://twitter.com/tombilyeu⁠ YouTube:⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In Part 2 of this gripping discussion, Tom Bilyeu and Peter Schiff turn their attention to the impending consequences of America's unsustainable economic trajectory. Schiff predicts the collapse of the dollar's reserve status, explains how a global shift toward gold is already underway, and lays out the likely social, political, and financial fallout—both for the U.S. and the world. The conversation ventures into practical advice on how individuals can protect their wealth in the face of inflation and waning trust in traditional financial assets. Tom challenges Peter on bitcoin's role as “digital gold,” spurring a spirited debate on the future of money, generational attitudes about value, and the risks of speculative assets. Schiff also addresses the dangers of expanding government, the illusion of democracy, the social risks embedded in economic collapse, and the myths and realities of corporate greed. Rounding out the episode are controversial takes on minimum wage laws, socialism's rise, China's ascent, and what Americans can do to weather the coming economic storm. What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here: If you want my help... STARTING a business: join me here at ZERO TO FOUNDER:  https://tombilyeu.com/zero-to-founder?utm_campaign=Podcast%20Offer&utm_source=podca[%E2%80%A6]d%20end%20of%20show&utm_content=podcast%20ad%20end%20of%20show SCALING a business: see if you qualify here.:  https://tombilyeu.com/call Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox: sign up here.: https://tombilyeu.com/ ********************************************************************** If you're serious about leveling up your life, I urge you to check out my new podcast, Tom Bilyeu's Mindset Playbook —a goldmine of my most impactful episodes on mindset, business, and health. Trust me, your future self will thank you. ********************************************************************** FOLLOW TOM: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/tombilyeu YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu Bevel Health: 1st month FREE at https://bevel.health/impact with code IMPACT Linkedin: Post your job free at https://linkedin.com/impacttheory Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/impact True Classic: Upgrade your wardrobe at https://trueclassic.com/impact Cape: 33% off with code IMPACT33 at https://cape.co/impact Surfshark: Go to https://surfshark.com/bilyeu or use code BILYEU to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! AirDoctor: Up to $300 off with code IMPACT at https://airdoctorpro.com Raycon: Go to https://buyraycon.com/impact to get up to 30% off sitewide. Found Banking: Try Found for FREE at https://found.com/impact Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this powerhouse episode of "Impact Theory," Tom Bilyeu sits down with renowned economist, author, and outspoken financial commentator Peter Schiff. Best known for his unflinching critiques of U.S. monetary policy, Schiff unpacks the real meaning behind gold's all-time highs and what it signals for the American and global economy. In Part 1, Tom and Peter go deep into the historical context that shapes today's economic challenges, including how the gold standard's collapse, fiscal irresponsibility, and the rise of global debt have set the stage for a looming monetary crisis. Peter shares insights on the mechanisms behind inflation, explains how American prosperity has become dangerously dependent on the dollar's reserve status, and traces the evolution of our monetary system from the Founding Fathers to Nixon's closing of the gold window. This is an eye-opening journey through economic history and policy that challenges mainstream narratives about the value of gold, the state of global trade, and America's financial future. SHOWNOTES 00:00 Gold's All-Time Highs: What Does It Mean? 08:22 How the Dollar Was Tied to Gold: The Early U.S. Republic 15:37 The Shrinking Real Wage & Rise of the Dual-Income Family 23:18 The Gradual Move Away from the Dollar Standard 32:59 The Stagflation Trap: Economic Policy Gone Wrong 52:24 The Social Fallout: Populism, Socialism, and the Erosion of Democracy 69:43 U.S. Industrial Policy—Why Government Investment Fails FOLLOW PETER SCHIFF: X/Twitter: https://twitter.com/PeterSchiffYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/SchiffReportPodcast: https://schiffradio.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/peterschiff/Website: https://www.europac.com/Gold/Silver Info: https://www.schiffgold.com/ What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here: If you want my help... STARTING a business: join me here at ZERO TO FOUNDER:  https://tombilyeu.com/zero-to-founder?utm_campaign=Podcast%20Offer&utm_source=podca[%E2%80%A6]d%20end%20of%20show&utm_content=podcast%20ad%20end%20of%20show SCALING a business: see if you qualify here.:  https://tombilyeu.com/call Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox: sign up here.: https://tombilyeu.com/ ********************************************************************** If you're serious about leveling up your life, I urge you to check out my new podcast, Tom Bilyeu's Mindset Playbook —a goldmine of my most impactful episodes on mindset, business, and health. Trust me, your future self will thank you. ********************************************************************** FOLLOW TOM: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/tombilyeu YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu Bevel Health: 1st month FREE at https://bevel.health/impact with code IMPACT Linkedin: Post your job free at https://linkedin.com/impacttheory Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/impact True Classic: Upgrade your wardrobe at https://trueclassic.com/impact Cape: 33% off with code IMPACT33 at https://cape.co/impact Surfshark: Go to https://surfshark.com/bilyeu or use code BILYEU to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! AirDoctor: Up to $300 off with code IMPACT at https://airdoctorpro.com Raycon: Go to https://buyraycon.com/impact to get up to 30% off sitewide. Found Banking: Try Found for FREE at https://found.com/impact Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's episode, Tom takes us on a deep dive into the tumultuous history and uncertain future of money, digging into how governments have manipulated currency—from making gold ownership illegal in 1933 to the rise of modern money printing and the explosion of digital assets. Tom unpacks the global drama unfolding around crypto, stablecoins, and the race between nations to reshape the financial system. Are U.S. economic policies and digital innovation a lifeline for billions, or just another scheme to extend American dominance? Why are China and Russia racing to stack gold while the world inches toward central bank digital currencies—and what does it all mean for your financial freedom? If you care about your money, your sovereignty, and the future of global finance, you won't want to miss this episode. Tune in for a provocative breakdown on how we got here, what's really going on behind the scenes, and what steps we must take to make sure the future of money empowers the individual—not the powers that be. 00:00 Intro 03:43 Part 1: What Exactly Are We Being Accused Of? 05:46 Part 2: What's Really Going On With Crypto and The Skyrocketing Price of Gold? 10:08:18 Part 3: What Is the US Up To With It's Crypto Policies? 19:04 Part 4: Digital Money Done Poorly Will Be Used To Enslave 25:29 Part 5: Where Do We Go From Here? Bevel Health: 1st month FREE at https://bevel.health/impact with code IMPACT Linkedin: Post your job free at https://linkedin.com/impacttheory Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/impact True Classic: Upgrade your wardrobe at https://trueclassic.com/impact Cape: 33% off with code IMPACT33 at https://cape.co/impact Surfshark: Go to https://surfshark.com/bilyeu or use code BILYEU to get 4 extra months of Surfshark VPN! AirDoctor: Up to $300 off with code IMPACT at https://airdoctorpro.com Raycon: Go to https://buyraycon.com/impact to get up to 30% off sitewide. Found Banking: Try Found for FREE at https://found.com/impact What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here: If you want my help... STARTING a business: join me here at ZERO TO FOUNDER:  https://tombilyeu.com/zero-to-founder?utm_campaign=Podcast%20Offer&utm_source=podca[%E2%80%A6]d%20end%20of%20show&utm_content=podcast%20ad%20end%20of%20show SCALING a business: see if you qualify here.:  https://tombilyeu.com/call Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox: sign up here.: https://tombilyeu.com/ ********************************************************************** If you're serious about leveling up your life, I urge you to check out my new podcast, Tom Bilyeu's Mindset Playbook —a goldmine of my most impactful episodes on mindset, business, and health. Trust me, your future self will thank you. ********************************************************************** FOLLOW TOM: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/tombilyeu YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What does it mean to be masculine? In his fascinating new book, best-selling author, speaker, and high-performance coach Lewis Howes asks this very question. Whether it's the jock, the playboy, or the fighter, Lewis breaks down the different masks that men unknowingly wear to hide their authentic selves. Watch “The School of Greatness” host discuss masculinity, vulnerability, and authenticity in this eye-opening episode of Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu. Buy the Mask of Masculinity Here: http://amzn.to/2yZ5sfT Original air date: 10-31-17 SHOW NOTES Tom and Lewis talk about masculine vulnerability and how a fight changed his life. [5:05] Lewis shares when he discovered that he was wearing masks and how he learned to forgive. [11:26] Lewis breaks down different types of masks and overcoming the fear of being perfect. [13:27] Lewis talks about using masks to our advantage and knowing when it's time to take it off. [17:07] Tom and Lewis deconstruct the process that draws a line between masks and authenticity. [19:20] Lewis reveals the question he used to start every conversation and what waits on the other side. [21:53] Lewis describes practical steps that you can usedto identify and remove masks in your life. [26:13] Tom and Lewis dive into the comfort of wearing masks and how they are created. [29:36] Lewis gives society's definition of a “real man” and being educated by powerful women. [34:13] Lewis offers his definition of real masculinity and the basis of self-love. [37:56] Lewis explains how he ranks priorities in his life. [40:05] Lewis clarifies why he tailored a section for women in his book about masculinity. [43:25] Tom and Lewis discuss connectivity at every level and creating meaningful conversation and change. [45:51] Lewis reveals the three truths that are essential to creating your best life. [49:00] Lewis defines the impact that he wants to have on the world. [51:18] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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This is a fan fav episode. On Today's Episode: It's easy to admire people that have reached extraordinary levels of success, it's hard to imagine what it takes to get there. Passing off someone's excellence and success as unattainable for ourselves is a b.s. and it's not what we're about at Impact Theory. Your beliefs are malleable and what you believe about yourself matters. How you decide to live your life and show today matters also and if you're not happy with the way you show up or how you're living your life then do something about it. Brendon Burchard is one of the world's leading high performance coaches that has impacted and trained millions of people globally. His online personal growth platform is dedicated to teaching people how to bring the joy, live with intention, love the life you live, and matter to yourself and others everyday because you show up to go all-in on whatever you decide. You've heard what it takes to be successful, but very few people share how to get beyond passion and shoot for obsession to attain insane levels of success, but today we are, so let's go. ORIGINAL AIR DATE: 8-30-22 SHOW NOTES: 0:00 | Introduction to Brendon Burchard 2:22 | Generate the Energy You Want 10:15 | Raise Necessity with Obsession 15:51 | These 2 Things BUILD Your Identity 26:33 | Build These Skills Achieve More 35:47 | Honor the Struggle to Win Follow Brendon Burchard: Website: https://brendon.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brendonburchard/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/brendonburchardfan Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrendonBurchard YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/BrendonBurchard What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here: If you want my help... STARTING a business: join me here at ZERO TO FOUNDER SCALING a business: see if you qualify here. Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox: sign up here. ********************************************************************** If you're serious about leveling up your life, I urge you to check out my new podcast, Tom Bilyeu's Mindset Playbook —a goldmine of my most impactful episodes on mindset, business, and health. Trust me, your future self will thank you. ********************************************************************** Join me live on my Twitch stream. I'm live daily from 6:30 to 8:30 am PT at www.twitch.tv/tombilyeu ********************************************************************** LISTEN TO IMPACT THEORY AD FREE + BONUS EPISODES on APPLE PODCASTS: apple.co/impacttheory ********************************************************************** FOLLOW TOM: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/tombilyeu YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome back to The Tom Bilyeu Show! I'm Tom Bilyeu, and on today's episode, Drew and I go deep on some of the biggest global and technological changes shaping our future. We start by diving into Japanese history, dropping into a high-speed "speedrun" of how this incredible culture evolved from its samurai roots, through hardship, into a futuristic powerhouse—and what their current struggles with demographics and immigration might mean for us all. As a self-professed Japanophile, I reflect on what makes Japan unique, the explosive power of its storytelling, and why preserving cultural differences is absolutely essential in a world that's trending toward sameness. From there, we pivot to the wild side of world events: ongoing tragedies in Ukraine, the politics underlying tense global negotiations, and what happens when powerful nations push the limits. We also crack open the future of work, discussing those leaked Amazon documents about potentially replacing 600,000 American workers with robots. I share my unfiltered perspective on why automation is inevitable—not because of some villainous billionaire, but because all of us keep demanding cheaper, faster, and better. Throughout the episode, we tackle practical ways to overcome hopelessness and negativity, the importance of self-talk, and the need to constantly adapt as automation and AI rewrite what's possible. Get ready for hard truths about universal basic income, worker dignity, and why focusing on a smooth transition is the most critical task we have in front of us. If you want to challenge your assumptions, laugh, and get ready for the realities of tomorrow, you're in the right place. Let's do this! Linkedin: Post your job free at https://linkedin.com/impacttheory Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/impact True Classic: Upgrade your wardrobe at https://trueclassic.com/impact Cape: 33% off with code IMPACT33 at https://cape.co/impact Incogni: Free 30 day trial and 60% off annual plan at https://incogni.com/IMPACT AirDoctor: Up to $300 off with code IMPACT at https://airdoctorpro.com What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here: If you want my help... STARTING a business: join me here at ZERO TO FOUNDER:  https://tombilyeu.com/zero-to-founder?utm_campaign=Podcast%20Offer&utm_source=podca[%E2%80%A6]d%20end%20of%20show&utm_content=podcast%20ad%20end%20of%20show SCALING a business: see if you qualify here.:  https://tombilyeu.com/call Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox: sign up here.: https://tombilyeu.com/ ********************************************************************** If you're serious about leveling up your life, I urge you to check out my new podcast, Tom Bilyeu's Mindset Playbook —a goldmine of my most impactful episodes on mindset, business, and health. Trust me, your future self will thank you. ********************************************************************** FOLLOW TOM: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/tombilyeu YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to the Tom Bilyeu Show, where we tackle the headlines others shy away from and dig deep into the forces shaping our world today. In this episode, I'm joined by Drew as we break down an avalanche of provocative stories: Trump making audacious moves on the global stage—from promising a fast and furious end to Hamas, to waging war on Mexican drug cartels, and even labeling domestic opponents like BLM and Antifa as terrorist organizations. Across the globe, Japan ushers in its first female prime minister, who immediately turns her gaze toward mass deportation of illegal immigrants, while Ireland erupts in outrage over a shocking crime tied to migration. We don't just report the headlines—we dissect the strategy, the mindset, and the ripple effects. How does the carrot-and-stick approach play out in today's volatile climate? What happens when executive powers override due process? Where do we draw the line between keeping America safe and giving one side too much unchecked authority? We dive into the anxiety fueling populism, the real stakes in proxy wars with China, and the unintended consequences of political tribalism. And of course, we take a turn into the unexpected: Palmer Luckey, the billionaire innovator, drops some wild health advice that will make you question everything you know about fitness and vices. The Tom Bilyeu Show isn't here to give you the simple answers—we're searching for truth, exposing blindspots, and inviting skepticism. If you're ready for a conversation that challenges conventions—from conspiracies and mass protests to questions about power and narrative—let's dive in. What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here: If you want my help... STARTING a business: join me here at ZERO TO FOUNDER:  https://tombilyeu.com/zero-to-founder?utm_campaign=Podcast%20Offer&utm_source=podca[%E2%80%A6]d%20end%20of%20show&utm_content=podcast%20ad%20end%20of%20show SCALING a business: see if you qualify here.:  https://tombilyeu.com/call Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox: sign up here.: https://tombilyeu.com/ ********************************************************************** If you're serious about leveling up your life, I urge you to check out my new podcast, Tom Bilyeu's Mindset Playbook —a goldmine of my most impactful episodes on mindset, business, and health. Trust me, your future self will thank you. ********************************************************************** FOLLOW TOM: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/tombilyeu YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu Linkedin: Post your job free at https://linkedin.com/impacttheory Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/impact True Classic: Upgrade your wardrobe at https://trueclassic.com/impact Cape: 33% off with code IMPACT33 at https://cape.co/impact Incogni: Free 30 day trial and 60% off annual plan at https://incogni.com/IMPACT AirDoctor: Up to $300 off with code IMPACT at https://airdoctorpro.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tom Bilyeu and Cindy answer questions directly from the Impact Theory community. Topics covered in this Q&A session include: ►How to best introduce a growth mindset to 16 year olds ►How to stop comparing yourself to others (...even though you're naturally inclined to!) ►Tom's advice to entrepreneurs that are just starting out and trying to drive traffic to their website ►The biggest problem humanity faces today and why it has the greatest impact on us ►A single common trait found in all of the Impact Theory guests so far ►How to best avoid negative energy and stop it from impacting your life ►How to combine your passion and expertise in different fields to make an impact on the world while still earning a living ►Plus more! Original Release Date: April 9, 2017 SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS: Get 5 free AG1 Travel Packs and a FREE 1 year supply of Vitamin D with your first purchase at⁠ https://impacttheory.co/AG1pod.⁠ Secure your digital life with proactive protection for your assets, identity, family, and tech – Go to⁠ https://impacttheory.co/aurapod⁠ to start your free two-week trial. ********************************************************************** What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here: If you want my help... 1. STARTING a business: JOIN ME HERE: ⁠https://tombilyeu.com/zero-to-founder?utm_campaign=Podcast%20Offer&utm_source=podca[%E2%80%A6]d%20end%20of%20show&utm_content=podcast%20ad%20end%20of%20show⁠ 2. SCALING a business: see if you qualify here: ⁠https://tombilyeu.com/call⁠ 3. Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox:⁠ https://tombilyeu.com/⁠ ********************************************************************** LISTEN TO IMPACT THEORY & MINDSET PLAYBOOK AD FREE + BONUS EPISODES on APPLE PODCASTS:⁠ apple.co/impacttheory⁠ ********************************************************************** FOLLOW TOM: Instagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/⁠ Tik Tok:⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en⁠ Twitter:⁠ https://twitter.com/tombilyeu⁠ YouTube:⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Part 2 of this must-hear discussion finds Tom Bilyeu and Congressman Ro Khanna accelerating straight into the core of America's identity crisis—exploring economic patriotism, housing and education policy, the perils of populism, and how to navigate the forces pulling our country apart. Ro shares insider perspectives on bipartisan cooperation, building coalitions, and his vision for restoring hope and opportunity for everyday Americans. Through candid dialogue and intense debate on topics like wealth inequality, capitalism vs. socialism, the psychology of populist moments, and the practical steps needed for reform, Tom and Ro map out what it will truly take to revive the American dream. They wrestle with history's lessons, the specific physics of economic pain, and the need for leaders to respond to real-world results over ideology. Whether you're interested in the healing of division or the details of urban policy, this segment is packed with actionable ideas, philosophical insight, and raw political strategy. Linkedin: Post your job free at https://linkedin.com/impacttheory Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/impact True Classic: Upgrade your wardrobe at https://trueclassic.com/impact Cape: 33% off with code IMPACT33 at https://cape.co/impact Incogni: Free 30 day trial and 60% off annual plan at https://incogni.com/IMPACT AirDoctor: Up to $300 off with code IMPACT at https://airdoctorpro.com What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here: If you want my help... STARTING a business: join me here at ZERO TO FOUNDER:  https://tombilyeu.com/zero-to-founder?utm_campaign=Podcast%20Offer&utm_source=podca[%E2%80%A6]d%20end%20of%20show&utm_content=podcast%20ad%20end%20of%20show SCALING a business: see if you qualify here.:  https://tombilyeu.com/call Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox: sign up here.: https://tombilyeu.com/ ********************************************************************** If you're serious about leveling up your life, I urge you to check out my new podcast, Tom Bilyeu's Mindset Playbook —a goldmine of my most impactful episodes on mindset, business, and health. Trust me, your future self will thank you. ********************************************************************** FOLLOW TOM: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/tombilyeu YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Linkedin: Post your job free at https://linkedin.com/impacttheory Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/impact True Classic: Upgrade your wardrobe at https://trueclassic.com/impact Cape: 33% off with code IMPACT33 at https://cape.co/impact Incogni: Free 30 day trial and 60% off annual plan at https://incogni.com/IMPACT AirDoctor: Up to $300 off with code IMPACT at https://airdoctorpro.com Welcome to this episode of Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu. Today, Tom is joined by Congressman Ro Khanna for a deeply candid and wide-ranging conversation about the true state of the American Dream, the forces shaping today's economy, and what it will actually take to create a future where all Americans can thrive. Together, Tom and Ro dig into the causes and consequences of the government shutdown, the ever-expanding federal deficit, and the policies driving America's growing wealth inequality. With raw honesty, they debate the value—and risks—of wealth taxes, deficit spending, and the proper role of government in healthcare, education, and housing. Ro brings a unique perspective as a son of immigrants and representative of Silicon Valley, advocating for what he calls “economic patriotism” and laying out a detailed plan to reduce the national debt while investing in American families. Tom, meanwhile, challenges the idea that more spending guarantees better outcomes and presses Ro on the importance of results, personal freedom, and market-driven solutions. This episode is more than a political debate—it's an exploration of values, results, and what it means to believe in America's promise. Stay tuned as Tom and Ro grapple with big questions about policy, prosperity, and the urgent need to pull the country back to the middle, finding common ground in a time of division. If you're ready for a thoughtful, no-holds-barred conversation on the future of America, you won't want to miss this. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here: If you want my help... STARTING a business: join me here at ZERO TO FOUNDER:  https://tombilyeu.com/zero-to-founder?utm_campaign=Podcast%20Offer&utm_source=podca[%E2%80%A6]d%20end%20of%20show&utm_content=podcast%20ad%20end%20of%20show SCALING a business: see if you qualify here.:  https://tombilyeu.com/call Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox: sign up here.: https://tombilyeu.com/ ********************************************************************** If you're serious about leveling up your life, I urge you to check out my new podcast, Tom Bilyeu's Mindset Playbook —a goldmine of my most impactful episodes on mindset, business, and health. Trust me, your future self will thank you. ********************************************************************** FOLLOW TOM: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/tombilyeu YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu Linkedin: Post your job free at https://linkedin.com/impacttheory Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/impact True Classic: Upgrade your wardrobe at https://trueclassic.com/impact Cape: 33% off with code IMPACT33 at https://cape.co/impact Incogni: Free 30 day trial and 60% off annual plan at https://incogni.com/IMPACT AirDoctor: Up to $300 off with code IMPACT at https://airdoctorpro.com Tom dives deep into the growing threat of digital IDs, central bank digital currencies (CBDCs), and the rise of AI surveillance—warning that these technologies could give governments unprecedented control over our daily lives. Tom draws vivid parallels between historical abuses of power and current trends, referencing moments like Canada's freezing of bank accounts in 2022, the expansion of surveillance after 9/11, and the COVID-era clampdowns on personal freedoms around the world. Through compelling stories and hard-hitting data, Tom explores how governments often use crises to grab more power, and how digital systems could turn everyday rights—like spending money or traveling—into privileges subject to approval. He breaks down what digital IDs really are, why governments are pushing so hard for them, and the dangers of programmable money. But this episode isn't just a warning—it's a call to action. Tom lays out practical steps listeners can take to safeguard privacy, defend individual freedom, and resist the creeping tide of digital control. If you care about the future of liberty and want to know how to stand up for it in the digital age, this episode is one you won't want to miss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gary Vaynerchuk did not speak a word of English when he emigrated from the former Soviet Union to the United States. He was failing school as a D and F student, and many people also expected him to fail in life. However, his optimism, drive, and work ethic are living proof that the American dream is alive. Join host Tom Bilyeu as he and the four-time New York Times best-selling author and head of VaynerMedia go deep on the magic of entrepreneurship in this episode of Impact Theory. Original air date: 5-30-17 SHOW NOTES Gary talks about keyboard activists and his lack of interest in complaining. [3:42] Tom and Gary discuss the practical mindset behind early adoption and his talent for recognizing trends. [8:02] Gary explains why he believes that work ethic is a taught behavior. [12:36] Gary communicates the values that he wants to instill into his children. [17:26] Gary describes himself as nonjudgmental and fully in love with himself and others. [22:30] Tom and Gary talk about the importance of taking full ownership for everything. [25:17] Gary shares how his mother helped to shape his personal narrative and worldview. [29:35] Gary discloses what sets him apart from other entrepreneurs and influencers. [32:52] Tom and Gary go deep on creating an incredible work culture and the power of doing good. [34:58] Gary unveils the magic of entrepreneurship and making counterintuitive choices. [39:50] Gary talks about the art of choosing the right opportunities. [43:53] Gary defines the impact that he wants to have on the world. [45:16] SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS: Get 5 free AG1 Travel Packs and a FREE 1 year supply of Vitamin D with your first purchase at⁠ https://impacttheory.co/AG1pod.⁠ Secure your digital life with proactive protection for your assets, identity, family, and tech – Go to⁠ https://impacttheory.co/aurapod⁠ to start your free two-week trial. ********************************************************************** What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here: If you want my help... 1. STARTING a business: JOIN ME HERE: ⁠https://tombilyeu.com/zero-to-founder?utm_campaign=Podcast%20Offer&utm_source=podca[%E2%80%A6]d%20end%20of%20show&utm_content=podcast%20ad%20end%20of%20show⁠ 2. SCALING a business: see if you qualify here: ⁠https://tombilyeu.com/call⁠ 3. Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox:⁠ https://tombilyeu.com/⁠ ********************************************************************** LISTEN TO IMPACT THEORY & MINDSET PLAYBOOK AD FREE + BONUS EPISODES on APPLE PODCASTS:⁠ apple.co/impacttheory⁠ ********************************************************************** FOLLOW TOM: Instagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/⁠ Tik Tok:⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en⁠ Twitter:⁠ https://twitter.com/tombilyeu⁠ YouTube:⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What's up, guys? Today I'm diving deep into the heart of the American crisis. There's no guest on this episode—just me, Tom Bilyeu—and we're going all in on the topic that's impacting all of us right now: the collapse of the American system as we know it. From skyrocketing national debt to social division, political chaos, and economic decay, I'm breaking down exactly how we got here, what it means for your future, and most importantly—what you can actually do about it. In this episode, I'm laying out the four critical parts of America's decline, shedding light on the real drivers behind the chaos, and sharing the practical strategies you need to protect yourself and thrive no matter what comes next. If you've ever felt hopeless about the future or wondered if the American Dream is still alive, this episode is for you. You're going to walk away from this episode with a clear understanding of the problems we're facing, the historical patterns at play, and the actionable steps you can take to build resilience in your own life—even if the government keeps playing with fire. Trust me, this is one you cannot afford to miss. If you find value in this episode, please leave us a review—it's the best way to help us reach more people like you who are committed to making an impact. I'm Tom Bilyeu, and welcome to Impact Theory. What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here: If you want my help... STARTING a business: join me here at ZERO TO FOUNDER:  https://tombilyeu.com/zero-to-founder?utm_campaign=Podcast%20Offer&utm_source=podca[%E2%80%A6]d%20end%20of%20show&utm_content=podcast%20ad%20end%20of%20show SCALING a business: see if you qualify here.:  https://tombilyeu.com/call Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox: sign up here.: https://tombilyeu.com/ ********************************************************************** If you're serious about leveling up your life, I urge you to check out my new podcast, Tom Bilyeu's Mindset Playbook —a goldmine of my most impactful episodes on mindset, business, and health. Trust me, your future self will thank you. ********************************************************************** FOLLOW TOM: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/tombilyeu YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu Linkedin: Post your job free at https://linkedin.com/impacttheory Netsuite: Download the new e-book Navigating Global Trade: 3 Insights for Leaders at http://NetSuite.com/Theory Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/impact Connectteam: 14 day free trial at https://connecteam.cc/46GxoTF Tailor Brands: 35% off https://tailorbrands.com/podcast35 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Most people think that world events just sort of happen to them. But I believe that your ability to understand global dynamics—whether it's the Middle East, China, or even the future of democracy itself—can radically alter how you thrive in uncertain times. Today, we're diving headfirst into a powder keg of issues: from Trump's aggressive strategy on Israel and Gaza, to China playing hardball and shaking the markets with rare earth restrictions, to the wild concept of a third Trump term and governments redefining “terrorism” in ways that could upend Western culture. To help unpack the chaos, I'm joined by my co-host Drew, as we confront head-on the ideas, power plays, and cultural upheavals reshaping the globe. Buckle up—this is Impact Theory, and if you keep your head about you and focus on solutions, these hard times are exactly what will make you stronger. Linkedin: Post your job free at https://linkedin.com/impacttheory Netsuite: Download the new e-book Navigating Global Trade: 3 Insights for Leaders at http://NetSuite.com/Theory Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/impact Connectteam: 14 day free trial at https://connecteam.cc/46GxoTF Tailor Brands: 35% off https://tailorbrands.com/podcast35 What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here: If you want my help... STARTING a business: join me here at ZERO TO FOUNDER:  https://tombilyeu.com/zero-to-founder?utm_campaign=Podcast%20Offer&utm_source=podca[%E2%80%A6]d%20end%20of%20show&utm_content=podcast%20ad%20end%20of%20show SCALING a business: see if you qualify here.:  https://tombilyeu.com/call Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox: sign up here.: https://tombilyeu.com/ ********************************************************************** If you're serious about leveling up your life, I urge you to check out my new podcast, Tom Bilyeu's Mindset Playbook —a goldmine of my most impactful episodes on mindset, business, and health. Trust me, your future self will thank you. ********************************************************************** FOLLOW TOM: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/tombilyeu YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tom Bilyeu and Cindy answer questions from the Impact Theory community. Questions include: Tom, In the future will you make a movie that will combines everything that you learned from all the books, and guests you have encountered? Tom, Beside work and learning. What do you love to do? Tom, How do you stop repeating the same mistake again and again? Tom, I've heard you speak about holding 2 competing ideas in your head at once and that is what helps you become successful. This has been a challenge for me. How have you learned to do this? Tom, how do you balance the service (philanthropic) aspect of business and the goal for the bottom line? And is the business the key vehicle you see for positively impacting the world? Cindy, I have noticed from your story and the Jessica O. Matthews episode, that the Nigerian culture in which you were raised produced an empowered, motivated, high achieving women with a strong belief in themselves. What key differences do you see between the culture you were raised in and the culture of other black women in the US? And more... Original air date: 4-2-17 SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS: Get 5 free AG1 Travel Packs and a FREE 1 year supply of Vitamin D with your first purchase at⁠ https://impacttheory.co/AG1pod.⁠ Secure your digital life with proactive protection for your assets, identity, family, and tech – Go to⁠ https://impacttheory.co/aurapod⁠ to start your free two-week trial. ********************************************************************** What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here: If you want my help... 1. STARTING a business: JOIN ME HERE: ⁠https://tombilyeu.com/zero-to-founder?utm_campaign=Podcast%20Offer&utm_source=podca[%E2%80%A6]d%20end%20of%20show&utm_content=podcast%20ad%20end%20of%20show⁠ 2. SCALING a business: see if you qualify here: ⁠https://tombilyeu.com/call⁠ 3. Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox:⁠ https://tombilyeu.com/⁠ ********************************************************************** LISTEN TO IMPACT THEORY & MINDSET PLAYBOOK AD FREE + BONUS EPISODES on APPLE PODCASTS:⁠ apple.co/impacttheory⁠ ********************************************************************** FOLLOW TOM: Instagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/⁠ Tik Tok:⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en⁠ Twitter:⁠ https://twitter.com/tombilyeu⁠ YouTube:⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In Part 2 of this fiery and revealing conversation, Tom Bilyeu and Michael Malice turn their attention to the deeper forces shaping Western culture—education, elite power, AI, and the challenges of the digital age. Malice blasts the university system as the true “villains of our time,” tracing their role in producing ideologically homogenous elites and fueling social division. The discussion moves seamlessly from indoctrination in higher ed to the implications of Marxism, the shifting Overton window, and how mass cultural narratives are formed and manipulated. This half is packed with debate-worthy takes on antisemitism, populist movements, the dangers of artificial intelligence, and the existential threat posed by mass boredom in a post-economic world. Malice and Bilyeu tackle big questions about identity, tribalism, and the collapse of shared reality, before ending on a wild—and hilarious—tangent about tradeoffs and protein bars. If you want clarity on why our institutions feel broken and what might happen next, Part 2 will leave you thinking (and laughing) long after the episode ends. 00:00 Intro 02:29 Marxism, egalitarianism, and cultural bifurcation 04:35 Cultural shifts, earnestness vs. revolution, and memory-holed leftism 06:33 The dangers of social conformity and shifting the Overton window 09:02 Can universities be reined in? Malice's tongue-in-cheek “solutions” 12:21 Seizing endowments and pitting coalitions against each other 13:33 Parsing the Charlie Kirk assassination (fictional scenario) 19:22 The politics of blame: Antisemitism, conspiracies, and populist rage 25:46 Warning signs: Measuring society's health by its scapegoats 31:45 Israel-Palestine, war, and the elusive search for peace 34:25 The next stage: AI, algorithmic reality, and broken discourse 36:33 Goal orientation, skills, and navigating “useful” beliefs 39:19 Alex Jones, Candace Owens, and why conspiracy theories persist 44:33 First principles: How to actually challenge your beliefs 46:29 A personal story: Sleep apnea, anxiety, and reclaiming clarity 49:54 AI, automation, and the fate of surplus labor 52:41 Brave New World, artificial difficulty, and the post-economic Matrix 1:01:29 Hardwired for scarcity: The psychological cost of abundance 1:03:49 Trade-offs, Thomas Sowell, and the “protein bar” thought experiment FOLLOW MICHAEL MALICE:Twitter: https://twitter.com/michaelmaliceInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaelmalice/Locals: https://malice.locals.com/ Linkedin: Post your job free at https://linkedin.com/impacttheory Netsuite: Download the new e-book Navigating Global Trade: 3 Insights for Leaders at http://NetSuite.com/Theory Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/impact Connectteam: 14 day free trial at https://connecteam.cc/46GxoTF Tailor Brands: 35% off https://tailorbrands.com/podcast35 What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here: If you want my help... STARTING a business: join me here at ZERO TO FOUNDER:  https://tombilyeu.com/zero-to-founder?utm_campaign=Podcast%20Offer&utm_source=podca[%E2%80%A6]d%20end%20of%20show&utm_content=podcast%20ad%20end%20of%20show SCALING a business: see if you qualify here.:  https://tombilyeu.com/call Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox: sign up here.: https://tombilyeu.com/ ********************************************************************** FOLLOW TOM: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/tombilyeu YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this gripping two-part episode of Impact Theory, Tom Bilyeu welcomes back the ever-provocative Michael Malice—author, podcaster, and noted cultural commentator—for a wide-ranging and sharp-witted exploration of American decline, political polarization, and the state of the nation. Malice, renowned for his contrarian takes and deep dives into political history, brings his brand of irreverent insight to dissect the narratives of collapse and ascension in today's America. In Part 1, Tom and Michael confront the popular notion of America's “decline,” argue over metrics and historical context, and investigate whether we're truly on the verge of societal unraveling. The conversation journeys through economic pressures facing young people, the dangers of polarization and “soft secession,” and the historical parallels with past national struggles. With cutting banter and hard-hitting questions, they provide listeners with fresh perspectives on the culture wars, economic stagnation, and the rise of populism—all while refusing to shy away from uncomfortable truths. 00:00 – Intro 00:34 – anatomy of collapse 05:56 – Soft secession: State vs. federal power games  07:27 – Trade-offs, Trump derangement, and costs of polarization  08:39 – Paths ahead: Civil War, Argentina, or revolution?  10:46 – Revolution mechanics: Is another 1860s-style war possible?  13:12 – Violence, political unrest, and expanding executive power  16:06 – Economic crushing of young people and the rise of populism  17:58 – Housing, inflation, and the struggle for the American Dream  20:08 – Currency as a store of value: Societal ruin and a lack of political will  23:10 – The Japan counterargument and the threshold for crisis  26:07 – What drives people to “blink” in political standoffs?  28:24 – Party priorities, empty rhetoric, and pivoting for power  32:00 – Economic disenfranchisement, the myth of moderate politics  34:23 – Passing on generational wealth: Consequences of deficit spending  36:56 – Populism vs. establishment: Energies within parties  39:03 – Political novelty, enthusiasm gaps, and voter turnout  41:38 – Global leftward drift: Authoritarianism in Canada, UK, and beyond  44:01 – Free speech vs. soft totalitarianism: Censorship through crisis  46:13 – “The time for talk is over”—what this actually means FOLLOW MICHAEL MALICE: Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/michaelmalice⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/michaelmalice/⁠ Locals: ⁠https://malice.locals.com/⁠ Linkedin: Post your job free at ⁠https://linkedin.com/impacttheory⁠ Netsuite: Download the new e-book Navigating Global Trade: 3 Insights for Leaders at ⁠http://NetSuite.com/Theory⁠ Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at ⁠https://shopify.com/impact⁠ Connectteam: 14 day free trial at ⁠https://connecteam.cc/46GxoTF⁠ Tailor Brands: 35% off ⁠https://tailorbrands.com/podcast35⁠ What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here: If you want my help... STARTING a business:⁠ join me here at ZERO TO FOUNDER⁠:  ⁠https://tombilyeu.com/zero-to-founder?utm_campaign=Podcast%20Offer&utm_source=podca[%E2%80%A6]d%20end%20of%20show&utm_content=podcast%20ad%20end%20of%20show⁠ SCALING a business:⁠ see if you qualify here.⁠:  ⁠https://tombilyeu.com/call⁠ Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox:⁠ sign up here.⁠: ⁠https://tombilyeu.com/⁠ ********************************************************************** If you're serious about leveling up your life, I urge you to check out my new podcast,⁠ Tom Bilyeu's Mindset Playbook⁠ —a goldmine of my most impactful episodes on mindset, business, and health. Trust me, your future self will thank you. ********************************************************************** FOLLOW TOM: Instagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/⁠ Tik Tok:⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en⁠ Twitter:⁠ https://twitter.com/tombilyeu⁠ YouTube:⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

At an early point in his secondary education, Dr. Drew Pinsky found himself debating whether he should become a doctor or an opera singer. Ultimately his true passion for helping others prevailed, making him one of the most recognizable names in medicine. Learn from the New York Times best-selling author, physician, opera singer, and civil servant as he goes deep into the philosophy behind the brain-body connection and addiction in this episode of Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu. Original air date: 5-16-17 SHOW NOTES Dr. Drew recalls being a workaholic and talks about why medicine is not fun today. [2:53] Tom and Dr. Drew dig into the philosophy behind helping other people. [5:54] Dr. Drew goes deep on the brain/body connection and the concept of embeddedness. [10:14] Tom and Dr. Drew discuss the inception of self. [14:18] Dr. Drew talks about constructing a sense of self as an adult. [18:17] Dr. Drew explains why disgust is a powerful motivator. [23:02] Dr. Drew unravels the necessity and power of myth. [28:35] Tom and Dr. Drew discuss cultivating a mythological landscape through community. [31:20] Dr. Drew describes how to leverage other people to make a conscious personal change. [34:34] Dr. Drew performs an impromptu operatic solo. [36:00] Dr. Drew talks about finding his path and how he stopped fighting a career in medicine. [36:40] Tom and Dr. Drew talk over subjective happiness and what it means to lead a good life. [41:54] Dr. Drew expounds on how to increase skill (techne) and wisdom (phronesis). [45:26] Dr. Drew defines the impact that he wants to have on the world. [48:01] SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS: Get 5 free AG1 Travel Packs and a FREE 1 year supply of Vitamin D with your first purchase at⁠ https://impacttheory.co/AG1pod.⁠ Secure your digital life with proactive protection for your assets, identity, family, and tech – Go to⁠ https://impacttheory.co/aurapod⁠ to start your free two-week trial. ********************************************************************** What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here: If you want my help... 1. STARTING a business: JOIN ME HERE: ⁠https://tombilyeu.com/zero-to-founder?utm_campaign=Podcast%20Offer&utm_source=podca[%E2%80%A6]d%20end%20of%20show&utm_content=podcast%20ad%20end%20of%20show⁠ 2. SCALING a business: see if you qualify here: ⁠https://tombilyeu.com/call⁠ 3. Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox:⁠ https://tombilyeu.com/⁠ ********************************************************************** LISTEN TO IMPACT THEORY & MINDSET PLAYBOOK AD FREE + BONUS EPISODES on APPLE PODCASTS:⁠ apple.co/impacttheory⁠ ********************************************************************** FOLLOW TOM: Instagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/⁠ Tik Tok:⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en⁠ Twitter:⁠ https://twitter.com/tombilyeu⁠ YouTube:⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Reset Your Life Thermostat: Simple Shifts to Reignite Your Drive and Redefine Success What if your life's limits weren't determined by circumstance—but by the temperature you've set for yourself? In this mashup episode, I'm bringing together six powerhouse conversations with Tony Robbins, Rob Dyrdek, Steve Weatherford, Brendon Burchard, Christina Pazsitzky, and Tom Bilyeu to explore the subtle but radical shifts that can reset your life's thermostat and raise your internal standard for success, fulfillment, and peace. Tony Robbins breaks down the science of transformation—why immersion, conditioning, and emotional state are the foundation of real change. Rob Dyrdek takes us behind the stunts and success stories to reveal what true life optimization looks like when you're building a life by design instead of by default. Steve Weatherford opens his heart in one of the rawest conversations I've ever had—showing how self-hate can masquerade as ambition, and how the real victory is learning to love yourself, not just your achievements. Then Brendon Burchard lays out the habits that high performers master to stay consistent, productive, and grounded—how to move the needle daily instead of getting lost in busywork. Christina Pazsitzky shares how forgiveness, humor, and meaning can turn even the hardest pain into redemption and perspective. And Tom Bilyeu reminds us that failure isn't a verdict—it's the birthplace of greatness. He proves that your past does not define you; the story you choose to write next does. Every one of these conversations points back to one truth: your life will always rise—or fall—to the level of your identity. When you change who you believe you are, your actions, habits, and outcomes follow. Whether it's resetting your mindset, rewriting your story, or rebuilding your routines, the next version of you is waiting on the other side of one decision. Key Takeaways: Your identity is your thermostat—raise it, and every area of your life follows. (Ed Mylett) Transformation happens through conditioning and immersion, not quick fixes. (Tony Robbins) True fulfillment comes when you optimize your life for what matters most, not just for success. (Rob Dyrdek) Achievement without self-love is self-destruction in disguise. (Steve Weatherford) Focus 60% of your effort on needle-moving actions that create impact. (Brendon Burchard) Healing and happiness start with choosing new meaning for your past. (Christina Pazsitzky) Failure is feedback—a gift that exposes the next level of your potential. (Tom Bilyeu) You don't need a perfect plan. You just need to make the decision to turn up your life's temperature—to demand more from yourself, to love yourself deeper, and to believe that you were born for something extraordinary. Also don't miss out on MAXOUT2026: Once a year, I open my home for an intimate one-day experience unlike anything else I do. This year, I'm making it even smaller—just 12 to 15 people. Together, we'll dive deep into the exact strategies I use to plan, visualize, and design the best year of my life—and yours. If you're ready to Max Out your future, join me at Maxout2026.com for a life-changing day you'll never forget. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This is a fan fav episode. On Today's Episode: Is your ultimate goal about how much money you earn? Is it about the lifestyle you provide for yourself and your family? In the grand scheme of things we know that money doesn't bring you joy, and it is far better to chase fulfillment and joy, and yet you may still think fulfillment and joy are boring. Optimizing yourself to execute at higher levels of success requires that you spend time growing as a person in all major areas of your life. Your physical health, your mind, your mental and emotional health are all areas to focus on, and Vishen Lakhiani, CEO of Mindvalley and best selling author is changing the way people access customized education. Vishen is back with Tom on this episode to discuss the number one habit successful people have that we should adopt, but that most of us won't. He wrote The Code of the Extraordinary Mind, The Buddha and the Badass, and now he's released a method he's been perfecting for years called The 6 Phase Meditation Method. Contributing in a meaningful way to society is what lays at the root of your desire for money and for lifestyle. Growing with expedience and intention is a tool that allows you to get there. ORIGINAL AIR DATE: 10-11-22 Books Mentioned in this Episode: Best Evidence by Michael Schmicke: https://www.amazon.com/Best-Evidence-Investigative-Psychokinesis-Reincarnation/dp/0595219063 The Conscious Universe by Dean Radin: https://www.amazon.com/Conscious-Universe-Scientific-Psychic-Phenomena/dp/0061778990 Check out Vishen Lahkiani's latest book, The 6 Phase Meditation Method: https://www.amazon.com/Phase-Meditation-Method-Technique-Supercharge/dp/0593234642 SHOW NOTES: 0:00 | Introduction to Vishen Lahkiani 0:10 | What Is Your Rate of Growth? 5:13 | The Source of Our Intuition 23:06 | Boost Your Creative Ideas 30:13 | Science of Sending Good Vibes 45:55 | Why 6 Phases of Meditation? 52:17 | Do This To Up Your Performance 1:08:23 | The Missing Pieces of Education 1:20:44 | Life Changing Practices What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here: If you want my help... STARTING a business: join me here at ZERO TO FOUNDER SCALING a business: see if you qualify here. Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox: sign up here. ********************************************************************** If you're serious about leveling up your life, I urge you to check out my new podcast, Tom Bilyeu's Mindset Playbook —a goldmine of my most impactful episodes on mindset, business, and health. Trust me, your future self will thank you. ********************************************************************** Join me live on my Twitch stream. I'm live daily from 6:30 to 8:30 am PT at www.twitch.tv/tombilyeu ********************************************************************** LISTEN TO IMPACT THEORY AD FREE + BONUS EPISODES on APPLE PODCASTS: apple.co/impacttheory ********************************************************************** FOLLOW TOM: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/tombilyeu YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome back to Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu! In today's episode, Tom and co-host Drew dive into a whirlwind of current events and cultural commentary, dissecting some of the most heated stories making headlines right now. The duo unpacks the drama between Candace Owens and Charlie Kirk, with Candace claiming vindication after Turning Point USA confirmed explosive texts about donor influence and shifts in support for Israel. Tom explores how the fight for narrative control in the digital age is changing the very fabric of truth and consensus, raising big questions about manufactured consent and the chaos of competing realities. The conversation doesn't stop there. Tom and Drew tackle charged issues around immigration and law enforcement, reacting to Stephen Miller's fiery CNN appearance and weighing in on the complexities—and consequences—of labeling protesters as domestic terrorists. They also dig into alarming new job loss data, discussing whether America is already in a stealth recession and what it means for workers, entrepreneurs, and the broader economy. Rounding things out, the guys look internationally, breaking down new reports that Chinese President Xi Jinping's grip on power may be slipping, and what that could mean for the ongoing trade war with the US. Tom shares his thoughts on leadership, the need for shared national narratives, and the vital importance of economic reform. It's an episode packed with hot takes, deep dives, and the kind of honest, thought-provoking analysis you've come to expect from Impact Theory. So settle in—this is one conversation you don't want to miss. 00:00 Intro 00:35 Candace Owens Charlie Kirk Bombshell 19:41 Stephen Miller Goes Off On ICE Protests 41:12 American Jobs are Negative 48:57 Xi Jinping Losing Juice In China Linkedin: Post your job free at https://linkedin.com/impacttheory Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/impact Netsuite: Download the new e-book Navigating Global Trade: 3 Insights for Leaders at http://NetSuite.com/Theory Bevel Health: 1st month FREE at https://bevel.health/impact with code IMPACT ButcherBox: Ready to level up your meals? Go to https://butcherbox.com/impact to get $20 off your first box and FREE bacon for life with the Bilyeu Box! Connectteam: 14 day free trial at https://connecteam.cc/46GxoTF What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here: If you want my help... STARTING a business: join me here at ZERO TO FOUNDER:  https://tombilyeu.com/zero-to-founder?utm_campaign=Podcast%20Offer&utm_source=podca[%E2%80%A6]d%20end%20of%20show&utm_content=podcast%20ad%20end%20of%20show SCALING a business: see if you qualify here.:  https://tombilyeu.com/call Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox: sign up here.: https://tombilyeu.com/ ********************************************************************** If you're serious about leveling up your life, I urge you to check out my new podcast, Tom Bilyeu's Mindset Playbook —a goldmine of my most impactful episodes on mindset, business, and health. Trust me, your future self will thank you. ********************************************************************** FOLLOW TOM: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/tombilyeu YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tom Bilyeu and Cindy answer questions from the Impact Theory community. A few questions that get answered are: Who is the one mentor you would spend a day with to grow yourself? As a creative, how do you turn off your brain at night and go to sleep? Why are we always talking about "Phase 1 - Build a community"? What's phase 2? Where are we headed? How do leaders in the philanthropic space push through all the current noise in media today...how do these leaders get their story out there? Currently Mel Robbins' episode is already around 300,000+ views (5x) the amount of next highest. What do you think has attributed to the results of that episode in particular? Do those same learnings guide how you choose to structure future episodes? How did you create your morning routine? Did you slowly implicate working out then meditation and eventually setting goals (not that certain order), or did you jump with both feet and just make it happen? And more... Original air date: 3-27-17 SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS: Get 5 free AG1 Travel Packs and a FREE 1 year supply of Vitamin D with your first purchase at⁠ https://impacttheory.co/AG1pod.⁠ Secure your digital life with proactive protection for your assets, identity, family, and tech – Go to⁠ https://impacttheory.co/aurapod⁠ to start your free two-week trial. ********************************************************************** What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here: If you want my help... 1. STARTING a business: JOIN ME HERE: ⁠https://tombilyeu.com/zero-to-founder?utm_campaign=Podcast%20Offer&utm_source=podca[%E2%80%A6]d%20end%20of%20show&utm_content=podcast%20ad%20end%20of%20show⁠ 2. SCALING a business: see if you qualify here: ⁠https://tombilyeu.com/call⁠ 3. Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox:⁠ https://tombilyeu.com/⁠ ********************************************************************** LISTEN TO IMPACT THEORY & MINDSET PLAYBOOK AD FREE + BONUS EPISODES on APPLE PODCASTS:⁠ apple.co/impacttheory⁠ ********************************************************************** FOLLOW TOM: Instagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/⁠ Tik Tok:⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en⁠ Twitter:⁠ https://twitter.com/tombilyeu⁠ YouTube:⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a fan fav episode. Were you one of the 47 million Americans that voluntarily quit their job in 2021, a massive event now referred to as the Great Resignation? If you didn't quit, maybe you came close to submitting your resignation and decided not to. The burning question is, what did people move towards after leaving their job? Was it a burn the ships at the shore kind of moment or a hasty emotional move caused by mounting stress in the moment? No matter where you are in your career or business, there is one critical question you should be asking yourself. How are you, really? Jenna Kutcher has pivoted her career and entrepreneurial moves more than a few times. She's not a stranger to adversity, stress, disappointment or asking the hard questions. From wedding photography, to podcast host, to helping entrepreneurs grow their email list, Jenna shares her secret sauce to pivoting career moves successfully, and how to align with success in a way that is fulfilling and feels right to you. Stop falling into the hustle culture trap and start asking yourself questions that awaken you at your core. Hustle culture isn't necessarily all-in, burn the ships, forget sleep, your sanity, your rest and recovery. There's another path and another option to achieving the success you're after. ORIGINAL AIR DATE: 6-28-22 Check out Jenna Kutcher's new book, How Are You Really: https://amzn.to/3O6QLdO SHOW NOTES: 0:00 | Introduction to Jenna Kutcher 0:48 | Growing Your Self Awareness 6:30 | Rest. Recover. Be More Efficient. 11:34 | Vision Your Dream Life & Build It 28:47 | How to Pivot Successfully 36:24 | Breaking the Golden Handcuffs 49:11 | Confidence, Self Love & Acceptance 1:00:50 | Dealing With the Critic Echo What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here: If you want my help... STARTING a business: join me here at ZERO TO FOUNDER SCALING a business: see if you qualify here. Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox: sign up here. ********************************************************************** If you're serious about leveling up your life, I urge you to check out my new podcast, Tom Bilyeu's Mindset Playbook —a goldmine of my most impactful episodes on mindset, business, and health. Trust me, your future self will thank you. ********************************************************************** Join me live on my Twitch stream. I'm live daily from 6:30 to 8:30 am PT at www.twitch.tv/tombilyeu ********************************************************************** LISTEN TO IMPACT THEORY AD FREE + BONUS EPISODES on APPLE PODCASTS: apple.co/impacttheory ********************************************************************** FOLLOW TOM: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/tombilyeu YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here: If you want my help... STARTING a business: join me here at ZERO TO FOUNDER:  https://tombilyeu.com/zero-to-founder?utm_campaign=Podcast%20Offer&utm_source=podca[%E2%80%A6]d%20end%20of%20show&utm_content=podcast%20ad%20end%20of%20show SCALING a business: see if you qualify here.:  https://tombilyeu.com/call Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox: sign up here.: https://tombilyeu.com/ ********************************************************************** If you're serious about leveling up your life, I urge you to check out my new podcast, Tom Bilyeu's Mindset Playbook —a goldmine of my most impactful episodes on mindset, business, and health. Trust me, your future self will thank you. ********************************************************************** FOLLOW TOM: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/tombilyeu YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu Linkedin: Post your job free at https://linkedin.com/impacttheory Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/impact Netsuite: Download the new e-book Navigating Global Trade: 3 Insights for Leaders at http://NetSuite.com/Theory Bevel Health: 1st month FREE at https://bevel.health/impact with code IMPACT ButcherBox: Ready to level up your meals? Go to https://butcherbox.com/impact to get $20 off your first box and FREE bacon for life with the Bilyeu Box! Connectteam: 14 day free trial at https://connecteam.cc/46GxoTF Welcome back to Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu! In this special 100th episode, Tom and co-host Drew dive deep into today's most pressing issues—from the chaos of government shutdowns and the relentless battle over healthcare, to the power of propaganda in mainstream media and the economic forces shaping our society. They break down the realities behind headline-grabbing policies, exposing how both sides of the political spectrum spin the narrative and why it's critical to do your own research before forming opinions. You'll hear Tom's unfiltered take on the dangers of “revolutionary empathy,” inspired by Eric Weinstein's insights, and how shifts in empathy and radical polarization are fueling a climate ripe for violence and unrest. The conversation also explores the harsh truths of wealth inequality, the illusion of economic progress, and why the stock market's highs aren't translating to a better life for most Americans. Drew brings in sharp counterpoints and timely clips—touching on everything from mass media censorship to the controversial culture wars playing out in children's entertainment and on social platforms. Plus, there's a candid look at the escalation of global conflicts, particularly in Ukraine, and how warfare is evolving in ways that stretch far beyond the battlefield. Through it all, Tom emphasizes the importance of personal empowerment: how individuals can still win—economically and mentally—despite a society seemingly stacked against them. Buckle up for an intense, eye-opening, and occasionally hilarious episode packed with actionable advice, hard truths, and a call to cut through the noise in pursuit of real understanding. This is Impact Theory—raw, real, and relentlessly focused on helping you thrive. Let's get into it! 00:00 Intro 00:48 Government Shutdown Continues 14:41 State Of The US Economy 31:42 Revolutionary Empathy 42:14 UK Jewish Terror Attack 48:21 Elon Cancels Netflix 56:41 Ukraine/Russia Nuclear Fears Rise Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What's up, guys? I am bringing you an absolutely critical episode that dives right into the heart of one of the most pressing issues of our time—artificial intelligence. Today, it's just me, and we're doing a deep dive on the future of AI: its dangers, its promises, and what you need to do right now to thrive in this new era. From stories of autonomous vehicles already taking human life, to world-renowned experts warning that unchecked AI could end civilization, we're covering the staggering stakes at play. I'm going to break down the real risks and gut-punch realities about AI, not just the sci-fi hype but what's already happening in the world and what it means for us. But we're not stopping at fear-mongering—by the end of this episode, you're going to walk away with a four-part playbook on how to protect yourself, leverage the power of AI, and build the future you want to live in. Whether you're worried about job loss, battling anxiety about the unknown, or excited to grab the opportunities AI is creating, this is the episode you can't afford to miss. I want you guys to level up, to see both the chaos and the opportunities AI brings—and to get equipped to win, no matter what. If you love what you hear, leave a review! It is the best way to support the show and make sure more people ready to chase their true potential get this message. I'm Tom Bilyeu, and welcome to Impact Theory. Linkedin: Post your job free at https://linkedin.com/impacttheory Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/impact Netsuite: Download the new e-book Navigating Global Trade: 3 Insights for Leaders at http://NetSuite.com/Theory Bevel Health: 1st month FREE at https://bevel.health/impact with code IMPACT ButcherBox: Ready to level up your meals? Go to https://butcherbox.com/impact to get $20 off your first box and FREE bacon for life with the Bilyeu Box! Connectteam: 14 day free trial at https://connecteam.cc/46GxoTF What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here: If you want my help... STARTING a business: join me here at ZERO TO FOUNDER:  https://tombilyeu.com/zero-to-founder?utm_campaign=Podcast%20Offer&utm_source=podca[%E2%80%A6]d%20end%20of%20show&utm_content=podcast%20ad%20end%20of%20show SCALING a business: see if you qualify here.:  https://tombilyeu.com/call Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox: sign up here.: https://tombilyeu.com/ ********************************************************************** If you're serious about leveling up your life, I urge you to check out my new podcast, Tom Bilyeu's Mindset Playbook —a goldmine of my most impactful episodes on mindset, business, and health. Trust me, your future self will thank you. ********************************************************************** FOLLOW TOM: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/tombilyeu YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Wrongfully convicted at the age of 17, and sentenced to 28 years in a maximum security prison, Jarrett Adams felt lost on lockdown and ultimately had to fight for the justice he truly deserved. Come meet the attorney, legal advocate, and co-founder of Life After Justice as he opens up to Tom Bilyeu in this inspirational episode of Impact Theory. Original air date: 4-18-17 SHOW NOTES Jarrett describes the desolation and loneliness of being wrongfully convicted. [2:50] Jarrett talks about the maturation process that brought him closer to his mom. [8:38] Tom and Jarrett discuss why he chose to pursue law after prison. [10:19] Jarrett talks about the power of being driven by a passionate focus. [13:31] Jarrett recalls feeling lost on lockdown and receiving a wakeup call from Pops. [15:31] Tom and Jarrett discuss how writing letters facilitated his growth. [24:09] Jarrett reveals how he leveraged his experiences to jumpstart his legal education. [28:13] Jarrett shares an important lesson he learned in the visiting room. [33:50] Jarrett reveals a moment when his journey came full circle. [38:09] Tom and Jarrett dig into the business of imprisonment. [41:12] Jarrett breaks down why education is the solution to establish change from the inside out. [46:10] Jarrett talks about how he went from paying his mother back to paying it forward. [50:10] Jarrett defines the impact that he wants to have on the world. [54:15] FOLLOW JARRETT PERSONAL WEBSITE: http://bit.ly/2nZUuSQ ORGANIZATION WEBSITE: http://bit.ly/2okfLCO TWITTER: http://bit.ly/2pOFe7O LINKEDIN: http://bit.ly/2oRYfJp Tom Bilyeu is the co-founder of 2014 Inc. 500 company Quest Nutrition — a unicorn startup valued at over $1 billion — and the co-founder and host of Impact Theory. Impact Theory is a first-of-its-kind company designed to facilitate global change through the incubation of mission-based businesses and the cultivation of empowering content. Every piece of content Impact Theory creates is meant to underscore the company mission to free people from The Matrix and help them unlock their true potential. Impact Theory exists to inspire the next generation of game-changing companies and creators that will make a true and lasting impact on the world. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS: Get 5 free AG1 Travel Packs and a FREE 1 year supply of Vitamin D with your first purchase at⁠ https://impacttheory.co/AG1pod.⁠ Secure your digital life with proactive protection for your assets, identity, family, and tech – Go to⁠ https://impacttheory.co/aurapod⁠ to start your free two-week trial. ********************************************************************** What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here: If you want my help... 1. STARTING a business: JOIN ME HERE: ⁠https://tombilyeu.com/zero-to-founder?utm_campaign=Podcast%20Offer&utm_source=podca[%E2%80%A6]d%20end%20of%20show&utm_content=podcast%20ad%20end%20of%20show⁠ 2. SCALING a business: see if you qualify here: ⁠https://tombilyeu.com/call⁠ 3. Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox:⁠ https://tombilyeu.com/⁠ ********************************************************************** LISTEN TO IMPACT THEORY & MINDSET PLAYBOOK AD FREE + BONUS EPISODES on APPLE PODCASTS:⁠ apple.co/impacttheory⁠ ********************************************************************** FOLLOW TOM: Instagram:⁠ https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/⁠ Tik Tok:⁠ https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en⁠ Twitter:⁠ https://twitter.com/tombilyeu⁠ YouTube:⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a fan fav episode. When you are committed to hitting major goals, experiencing life on the next level, and showing up as a better version of yourself, being able to focus becomes a critical skill. Being able to give your full attention to what matters in the moment is necessary whether your focus is work or involves being present in a conversation. Amishi Jha is a professor of psychology at University of Miami and author of the new book, Peak Mind: Find Your Focus, Own Your Attention, Invest 12 Minutes a Day. She is unpacking why your wandering mind isn't as big a problem as you think, how memories are formed and stories are ultimately created and stitched together to create our version of reality. If you're struggling with being distracted, the different types of practices Amishi shares will give you a place to start immediately! ORIGINAL AIR DATE: 3-24-22 Check out Amishi Jha's book, Peak Mind: https://www.amazon.com/Peak-Mind-Attention-Invest-Minutes-ebook/dp/B08THNJ978 SHOW NOTES: 0:00 | Introduction to Amishi Jha 0:52 | Why Mind Wandering Happens 4:13 | Memories and Neural Configuration 13:20 | Assigning Meaning to Dreams 16:20 | Accurate or Altered Memories 21:11 | Nostalgic Story Making 28:53 | Risky Story Making 34:31 | Break Story Mode 39:34 | Developing Meta Awareness 47:06 | Constructing Reality 53:07 | The Power of Mindfulness 1:02:07 | How to Practice Being Mindful 1:11:14 | Types of Mindfulness Practice 1:17:01 | Why Positivity Doesn't Work 1:24:27 | Loving Kindness Follow Amishi Jha: Website: https://amishi.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/AmishiPJha Twitter: https://twitter.com/amishijha Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amishipjha/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/amishi.jha What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here: If you want my help... STARTING a business: join me here at ZERO TO FOUNDER SCALING a business: see if you qualify here. Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox: sign up here. ********************************************************************** If you're serious about leveling up your life, I urge you to check out my new podcast, Tom Bilyeu's Mindset Playbook —a goldmine of my most impactful episodes on mindset, business, and health. Trust me, your future self will thank you. ********************************************************************** Join me live on my Twitch stream. I'm live daily from 6:30 to 8:30 am PT at www.twitch.tv/tombilyeu ********************************************************************** LISTEN TO IMPACT THEORY AD FREE + BONUS EPISODES on APPLE PODCASTS: apple.co/impacttheory ********************************************************************** FOLLOW TOM: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/tombilyeu YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu, and today we are diving headfirst into the chaos of our current moment—government shutdowns, ballooning deficits, and political gridlock like we haven't seen since the last time Washington came to a standstill. This episode, I'm joined by my co-host Drew, and together we're breaking down what's really at stake when politicians use the American people as leverage—and why true leadership means having the discipline to give people not what they want, but what they actually need. We're also tackling one of the most pressing and misunderstood financial conversations of our time—from the fallout of the government's spending spree to the future of money in a rapidly digitizing world. Along the way, we'll talk Bitcoin, stablecoins, and why understanding digital assets isn't just for Wall Street insiders anymore—it's vital for anyone who wants to thrive in the economy of the future. You're going to leave this episode with a no-nonsense playbook for what to look for in real leaders, how to navigate financial uncertainty, and why it's critical to develop your own point of view—beyond political labels and media noise. This is an episode for anyone who refuses to be a passive bystander in their own life—someone who wants actionable insights to become anti-fragile in uncertain times. So, if you're ready to cut through the BS, challenge your thinking, and set yourself up to not just survive, but win—stick around. If you find value in today's show, please leave us a review—it's the single best way to help us reach others who are hungry to unlock their potential. I'm Tom Bilyeu, and this is Impact Theory. Let's get into it. Hims: Start your free online visit today at https://hims.com/IMPACT. ButcherBox: Ready to level up your meals? Go to https://butcherbox.com/impact to get $20 off your first box and FREE bacon for life with the Bilyeu Box! SleepMe: Visit https://sleep.me/impact to get your Chilipad and save 20% with code IMPACT. Try it risk-free with their 30-night sleep trial and free shipping. Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to https://www.vitalproteins.com and entering promo code IMPACT at check out Linkedin: Post your job free at https://linkedin.com/impacttheory Found Banking: Try Found for FREE at https://found.com/impact Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/impact What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here: If you want my help... STARTING a business: join me here at ZERO TO FOUNDER:  https://tombilyeu.com/zero-to-founder?utm_campaign=Podcast%20Offer&utm_source=podca[%E2%80%A6]d%20end%20of%20show&utm_content=podcast%20ad%20end%20of%20show SCALING a business: see if you qualify here.:  https://tombilyeu.com/call Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox: sign up here.: https://tombilyeu.com/ ********************************************************************** If you're serious about leveling up your life, I urge you to check out my new podcast, Tom Bilyeu's Mindset Playbook —a goldmine of my most impactful episodes on mindset, business, and health. Trust me, your future self will thank you. ********************************************************************** FOLLOW TOM: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/tombilyeu YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome back to Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu! In this episode, Tom and co-host Drew dive headfirst into today's hottest and most controversial topics, starting with the government shutdown showdown in Washington. Tom breaks down the political theater swirling around healthcare funding—especially the heated debate over providing healthcare for undocumented immigrants—and examines both parties' roles in fueling public anxiety and deepening America's economic woes. The conversation doesn't stop there. Tom and Drew peel back the layers of how ideology, economic decline, and divisive rhetoric are pushing the country toward the edge. They dissect the proposed $1.5 trillion spending increases, discuss the realities of entitlement spending, and Tom calls out both sides of the aisle for political gamesmanship that comes at the expense of future generations. Later in the episode, Tom offers his take on the Trump administration's 20-point peace plan for Gaza, mapping out the ideological and cultural pitfalls ahead. They also marvel at the jaw-dropping evolution of AI with OpenAI Sora 2, discussing how artificial intelligence is revolutionizing creative industries—and bringing it all back to what this means for entrepreneurs, creators, and everyday Americans. Whether you're seeking clarity on the latest policy debates, curious about global conflicts, or just want to be inspired to take action in a rapidly changing world, this episode packs a punch. Get ready for bold opinions, candid moments, and an unfiltered look at the consequences of our collective decisions—economically, politically, and culturally. Hims: Start your free online visit today at https://hims.com/IMPACT. ButcherBox: Ready to level up your meals? Go to https://butcherbox.com/impact to get $20 off your first box and FREE bacon for life with the Bilyeu Box! SleepMe: Visit https://sleep.me/impact to get your Chilipad and save 20% with code IMPACT. Try it risk-free with their 30-night sleep trial and free shipping. Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to https://www.vitalproteins.com and entering promo code IMPACT at check out Linkedin: Post your job free at https://linkedin.com/impacttheory Found Banking: Try Found for FREE at https://found.com/impact Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/impact What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here: If you want my help... STARTING a business: join me here at ZERO TO FOUNDER:  https://tombilyeu.com/zero-to-founder?utm_campaign=Podcast%20Offer&utm_source=podca[%E2%80%A6]d%20end%20of%20show&utm_content=podcast%20ad%20end%20of%20show SCALING a business: see if you qualify here.:  https://tombilyeu.com/call Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox: sign up here.: https://tombilyeu.com/ ********************************************************************** If you're serious about leveling up your life, I urge you to check out my new podcast, Tom Bilyeu's Mindset Playbook —a goldmine of my most impactful episodes on mindset, business, and health. Trust me, your future self will thank you. ********************************************************************** FOLLOW TOM: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/tombilyeu YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this powerful keynote edition of Impact Theory, Tom Bilyeu sets the stage for a radical conversation on the difference between positive thinking and real empowerment. As tech innovation accelerates and artificial intelligence transforms every corner of our lives, Tom challenges creators, entrepreneurs, and dreamers to confront uncomfortable truths: wishing for the best is not enough when disruption is at the door. This episode is a wake-up call for content creators as Tom unpacks the existential threat—and unparalleled opportunities—emerging in the wake of the AI revolution. Join Tom as he explores why mindset must be paired with hardcore skill acquisition and why traditional “moats” in content creation are rapidly vanishing. He explains how AI-generated content, evolving algorithms, and infinite virtual experiences are poised to permanently alter the landscape—and what you can do to adapt and evolve. 00:00 The Empowerment vs. Positive Thinking Paradigm02:03 Facing the Abyss of AI Disruption04:59 Demonstration: “Redneck Harry Potter” and the Power of AI Creations06:59 The Two-Year Warning for Content Creators08:04 Building “Moats” and the End of Competitive Advantage09:53 Algorithm as Content: How Personalization Will Change Everything11:43 Hyperfragmentation, Isolation, and the Social Impact of AI13:16 Societal Splits: The Tech-Embracing vs. Amish Analogy14:31 Human Resilience & Reversion to the Mean 16:56 The Fermi Paradox, Virtual Worlds, and the Limits of Exploration18:42 AI at Scale: The Rise of “U Bots” and Personalized Connections21:57 1,000 True Fans: Focusing on Depth over Breadth23:13 Intellectual Property as a Creative Container23:35 Community, Algorithm, and Ecosystem: Redefining Your Role25:29 Treating AI as a Tool—Why Action Beats Fear26:02 Achieving Scale with Tech: Translations, Clips, and Efficiency26:39 Overcoming Dread: Actionable Steps and the “Physics of Progress”28:07 Embrace or Detach: Choosing Your Path Forward29:35 Project Kaizen: Building the Next Generation of Interactive Worlds32:12 AI as Invitation—The Ultimate Empowerment for Creators33:09 Audience Q&A: The Future of Platforms and Content Creation35:01 The Physics of Progress: Tom's 6-Step Action Loop Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In today's powerful episode, Tom takes a deep dive into the escalating political violence and deep divisions threatening to tear America apart. Against the backdrop of shocking events—including the assassination of Charlie Kirk—Tom unpacks the alarming rise of political polarization, the erosion of free speech, and the economic pressures fueling radicalism on both sides of the aisle. Drawing lessons from history, Tom warns that the convergence of economic despair, ideological extremism, and algorithm-driven outrage is pushing society toward a breaking point. But this episode isn't just a wake-up call—it's also a blueprint for hope. Tom lays out a clear, four-part roadmap for how we got here, what happens if we don't change, and, most importantly, what each of us can do to help reverse this dangerous trend. Join Tom as he explores the importance of defending free speech, fixing our economic foundations, resisting the pull of tribal thinking, and raising the next generation to value independent thought. If you care about the future of our society, you don't want to miss this insightful—and urgent—conversation. Stay tuned and be legendary. 00:00 Intro 03:52 Part 1: The Molotov Cocktail of Things That Have Led to This Moment 12:12 Part 2: Revolutionary Empathy is Deadly 16:25 Part 3: Our Current Path Only Leads to More Division 22:05 Part 4: The Playbook: Where and How We Go From Here Hims: Start your free online visit today at https://hims.com/IMPACT. ButcherBox: Ready to level up your meals? Go to https://butcherbox.com/impact to get $20 off your first box and FREE bacon for life with the Bilyeu Box! SleepMe: Visit https://sleep.me/impact to get your Chilipad and save 20% with code IMPACT. Try it risk-free with their 30-night sleep trial and free shipping. Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to https://www.vitalproteins.com and entering promo code IMPACT at check out Linkedin: Post your job free at https://linkedin.com/impacttheory Found Banking: Try Found for FREE at https://found.com/impact Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/impact What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here: If you want my help... STARTING a business: join me here at ZERO TO FOUNDER:  https://tombilyeu.com/zero-to-founder?utm_campaign=Podcast%20Offer&utm_source=podca[%E2%80%A6]d%20end%20of%20show&utm_content=podcast%20ad%20end%20of%20show SCALING a business: see if you qualify here.:  https://tombilyeu.com/call Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox: sign up here.: https://tombilyeu.com/ ********************************************************************** If you're serious about leveling up your life, I urge you to check out my new podcast, Tom Bilyeu's Mindset Playbook —a goldmine of my most impactful episodes on mindset, business, and health. Trust me, your future self will thank you. ********************************************************************** FOLLOW TOM: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/tombilyeu YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this live, wide-ranging conversation, Tom is joined by co-host Drew and participant Mason for a candid exploration of today's hottest topics—from personal health habits and the “Big Water” narrative, to evolving views on gender, value, and raising resilient kids. The conversation dives into why men and women are measured by different standards in society, the mental health crisis among young men, and the powerful impact of early-life discipline. Tom also shares his perspective on economic innovation, inflation, and the potential pitfalls of government control over currency—highlighting recent headlines from around the world. Plus, get ready for unfiltered thoughts on political strategy, the challenges of representation, and the future of America's electoral landscape. Whether you're into building better habits, understanding how societal rules can affect personal growth, or questioning the forces shaping our modern world, this episode is packed with insightful discussion and plenty of laughs. Get ready to challenge your worldview and walk away with actionable ideas to take control of your own impact! 00:00 Intro 01:30 Tylenol + Autism 04:17 Hydrate Naturally Through Real Food 09:08 "Understanding Intellectual Differences" 11:06 "Building Value: A Balanced Viewpoint" 15:02 "Sexual Motivation as Self-Improvement" 18:34 Rapid Emotional Shift Factors 19:26 Embracing Anime in Adulthood 24:55 Rising Costs & Financial Challenges 28:03 "Revitalize Competition: Embrace Challenges" 29:53 Political Strategy: Kamala's Electability Insight 34:21 Balancing Political Ticket Demographics 39:05 Caution: Government's Power Monopoly 39:56 Self-Reliance Over Government Aid 42:40 "ITU Masterclass Coming Up" Free AI Masterclass: Build a 5-member AI team with ChatGPT so you can start your business in 3 days. Register here:  https://tombilyeu.com/leverage-ai-oct-2 SleepMe: Visit https://sleep.me/impact to get your Chilipad and save 20% with code IMPACT. Try it risk-free with their 30-night sleep trial and free shipping. Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to https://www.vitalproteins.com and entering promo code IMPACT at check out Hims: Start your free online visit today at https://hims.com/IMPACT. Linkedin: Post your job free at https://linkedin.com/impacttheory Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/impact Tailor Brands: 35% off https://tailorbrands.com/podcast35 Found Banking: Try Found for FREE at https://found.com/impact Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Welcome to Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu! In this episode, Tom and co-host Drew dive straight into today's most pressing global issues and the ways they're shaping our world—from the unexpected twists in the Russia-Ukraine conflict and Trump's controversial stance, to the role of America and Europe in a rapidly changing global landscape. Tom offers his signature, no-nonsense analysis on what Trump's perspective could mean for the future of the war in Ukraine, why prolonged conflict is so dangerous, and how narrative control—in both politics and media—continues to polarize societies. The conversation doesn't stop at geopolitics; the hosts candidly explore recent controversies from Jimmy Kimmel's monologue and the evolving debate over free speech, censorship, and how platforms like YouTube shape public discourse. Plus, they unpack the latest on medical misinformation, health advice trends, the role of the UN and NATO, and the ever-volatile situation in Israel and Palestine. Throughout, Tom and Drew aren't shy about challenging assumptions on both sides—whether it's the cultural dynamics in Russia, the ethics of protest, or the necessity of difficult conversations in a time where emotions and misinformation can run high. So if you're ready for an honest, nuanced, and high-energy breakdown of the headlines you can't ignore—and maybe a little wisdom about how we all react to authority—this episode is for you. Buckle up, and let's get legendary! 00:00 Intro 04:00 War, Borders, and Changing Times 06:56 Putin's Escalation and Global Tensions 14:07 Unyielding Ambition for Legacy 17:15 Let Business Model Run Naturally 25:03 Hyper Populism and Argument Strategy 27:37 YouTube Admits Past Content Censorship 32:36 Freedom vs. Dangerous Speech Debate 42:47 "Mindful Consumption: Importance Explained" 43:54 "Caution: Synthetic Compounds' Impact" 49:51 Vision for Global Cooperation 58:08 Global Push for Palestinian Recognition 01:03:36 Addressing Complexities in Israeli-Palestinian Conflict 01:10:33 Safety Concerns at Protest 01:12:02 Victim Blaming and Personal Freedom 01:16:17 Exclusive Live Attendance Bonus Free AI Masterclass: Build a 5-member AI team with ChatGPT so you can start your business in 3 days. Register here:  https://tombilyeu.com/leverage-ai-oct-2 SleepMe: Visit https://sleep.me/impact to get your Chilipad and save 20% with code IMPACT. Try it risk-free with their 30-night sleep trial and free shipping. Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to https://www.vitalproteins.com and entering promo code IMPACT at check out Hims: Start your free online visit today at https://hims.com/IMPACT. Linkedin: Post your job free at https://linkedin.com/impacttheory Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/impact Tailor Brands: 35% off https://tailorbrands.com/podcast35 Found Banking: Try Found for FREE at https://found.com/impact What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here: If you want my help... STARTING a business: join me here at ZERO TO FOUNDER:  https://tombilyeu.com/zero-to-founder?utm_campaign=Podcast%20Offer&utm_source=podca[%E2%80%A6]d%20end%20of%20show&utm_content=podcast%20ad%20end%20of%20show SCALING a business: see if you qualify here.:  https://tombilyeu.com/call Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox: sign up here.: https://tombilyeu.com/ ********************************************************************** If you're serious about leveling up your life, I urge you to check out my new podcast, Tom Bilyeu's Mindset Playbook —a goldmine of my most impactful episodes on mindset, business, and health. Trust me, your future self will thank you. ********************************************************************** FOLLOW TOM: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/tombilyeu YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Picking up right where Part 1 left off, Tom Bilyeu and Mike Benz dive even deeper into the shadowy world of influence operations, modern censorship, and information warfare. In this second half, Benz unravels how the censorship-industrial complex formed, the role of AI and social media in real-time narrative control, and the profound consequences of Elon Musk's purchase of X (Twitter) on global discourse and populist uprisings. Tom presses Mike on the “why” behind the intense manipulation of platforms, revealing that the ability to shape language and thought at scale isn't a partisan game—it's about preserving the interests of entrenched stakeholders across the globe. As global populist movements surge and increasingly polarized narratives grip the world—from America to Germany, the UK, and beyond—Tom and Mike scrutinize the connective tissue animating these phenomena. They explore how radical activists are intentionally seeded and activated by NGOs for regime change; what happens when the playbook is turned inward; and how collateral damage is created when hearts and minds are exploited with little regard for social unity. Mike makes the case for radical transparency as the antidote to soft power abuse, arguing that America can remain formidable on the world stage without turning its own institutions into black boxes. If you want to understand why our world feels so unstable—and what it might take to reform it—this is the conversation you cannot miss. SHOWNOTES00:00 How Censorship and Narrative Control Work in Practice10:51 AI, Social Media, and the Evolution of Influence Operations17:19 The Weaponization of “Russian Disinformation”21:53 Is This About Ideology or Economics? (Deep State/Blob)29:59 How the Censorship Playbook Is Used Against Both Sides32:55 BlackRock, Hedge Funds, and Statecraft Collusion39:31 The EU, International Law, and Global Free Speech44:55 What's Driving Today's Populist Uprisings?52:37 Radicalization, Culture Wars, and Collateral Damage01:02:22 Sunshine as Disinfectant: How to Reform the System01:09:01 Where to Follow Mike Benz FOLLOW MIKE BENZ:X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/mikebenzcyberYouTube: Mike Benz CyberRumble: Mike Benz CyberInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikebenzcyber/ SleepMe: Visit https://sleep.me/impact to get your Chilipad and save 20% with code IMPACT. Try it risk-free with their 30-night sleep trial and free shipping. Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to https://www.vitalproteins.com and entering promo code IMPACT at check out Hims: Start your free online visit today at https://hims.com/IMPACT. Linkedin: Post your job free at https://linkedin.com/impacttheory Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/impact Tailor Brands: 35% off https://tailorbrands.com/podcast35 Found Banking: Try Found for FREE at https://found.com/impact What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here: If you want my help... STARTING a business: join me here at ZERO TO FOUNDER:  https://tombilyeu.com/zero-to-founder?utm_campaign=Podcast%20Offer&utm_source=podca[%E2%80%A6]d%20end%20of%20show&utm_content=podcast%20ad%20end%20of%20show SCALING a business: see if you qualify here.:  https://tombilyeu.com/call Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox: sign up here.: https://tombilyeu.com/ ********************************************************************** If you're serious about leveling up your life, I urge you to check out my new podcast, Tom Bilyeu's Mindset Playbook —a goldmine of my most impactful episodes on mindset, business, and health. Trust me, your future self will thank you. ********************************************************************** FOLLOW TOM: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/tombilyeu YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Part 1 Shownotes In this eye-opening first part of a special two-part episode of "Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu," Tom sits down with Mike Benz—former State Department official, executive director of the Foundation for Freedom Online, and a leading authority on the intersection of technology, media, and soft power. Benz unpacks the tangled web of non-governmental organizations (NGOs), the shifting dynamics of global influence, and how soft power has supplanted traditional warfare in the modern era. Tom and Mike go deep into the true origins and motivations behind NGOs, illuminating how many of these organizations operate as statecraft tools, intelligence fronts, and economic levers for the world's elite. From the rise of philanthropic organizations as vehicles for influence to the coordinated manipulation of global media, Part 1 shines a light on the hidden infrastructure behind democracy building, narrative control, and regime change. Mike exposes the intricate interplay between hedge funds, government foreign policy, media, and activism—detailing how policy and profit become inextricably linked through a process he dubs "drafting off of policy." If you've ever questioned who really pulls the strings behind elections, color revolutions, and the headlines you read every day, this episode will give you a radical new lens through which to see the world. SHOWNOTES00:00 NGOs as Instruments of Power02:43 History of Elite Media Control05:12 Media Manipulation and American Influence Abroad10:44 Soft Power vs. Military Might12:07 Hedge Funds, Donors, and Policy Manipulation (Soros Example)14:35 The “Blob”: Inside the Foreign Policy Establishment20:31 How Economic Interests Drive Foreign Policy23:01 Color Revolutions: Playbooks and Statecraft29:26 Can These Playbooks Be Used Domestically? (Transition Integrity Project)32:24 The National Endowment for Democracy and Modern “Democracy Building”38:28 Media, Music, and Cultural Warfare44:39 Education, Language, and Censorship as Soft Power FOLLOW MIKE BENZ:X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/mikebenzcyberYouTube: Mike Benz CyberRumble: Mike Benz CyberInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/mikebenzcyber/ SleepMe: Visit https://sleep.me/impact to get your Chilipad and save 20% with code IMPACT. Try it risk-free with their 30-night sleep trial and free shipping. Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to https://www.vitalproteins.com and entering promo code IMPACT at check out Hims: Start your free online visit today at https://hims.com/IMPACT. Linkedin: Post your job free at https://linkedin.com/impacttheory Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/impact Tailor Brands: 35% off https://tailorbrands.com/podcast35 Found Banking: Try Found for FREE at https://found.com/impact What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here: If you want my help... STARTING a business: join me here at ZERO TO FOUNDER:  https://tombilyeu.com/zero-to-founder?utm_campaign=Podcast%20Offer&utm_source=podca[%E2%80%A6]d%20end%20of%20show&utm_content=podcast%20ad%20end%20of%20show SCALING a business: see if you qualify here.:  https://tombilyeu.com/call Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox: sign up here.: https://tombilyeu.com/ ********************************************************************** If you're serious about leveling up your life, I urge you to check out my new podcast, Tom Bilyeu's Mindset Playbook —a goldmine of my most impactful episodes on mindset, business, and health. Trust me, your future self will thank you. ********************************************************************** FOLLOW TOM: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/tombilyeu YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SleepMe: Visit https://sleep.me/impact to get your Chilipad and save 20% with code IMPACT. Try it risk-free with their 30-night sleep trial and free shipping. Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to https://www.vitalproteins.com and entering promo code IMPACT at check out Hims: Start your free online visit today at https://hims.com/IMPACT. Linkedin: Post your job free at https://linkedin.com/impacttheory Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/impact Tailor Brands: 35% off https://tailorbrands.com/podcast35 Found Banking: Try Found for FREE at https://found.com/impact In this high-stakes edition of Impact Theory, Tom Bilyeu takes the stage solo to confront one of the most urgent and transformative phenomena of our lifetime: the rise of artificial intelligence. With a trademark blend of hard data and compelling storytelling, Tom breaks down how rapidly AI is outperforming every previous technological shift—from electricity to the Internet—threatening millions of jobs and forcing an unprecedented global economic pivot. In Part 1, Tom maps out the core economic upheaval caused by AI, revealing what makes certain jobs doomed for extinction while others remain resilient. Pulling lessons from the rise and fall of industry titans like Kodak and Adobe, Tom arms you with a crystal-clear framework for assessing whether your career is safe—or already on thin ice. Whether you're worried about threats or searching for opportunity, this episode will help you see the seismic changes ahead and adapt to avoid being left behind. FOLLOW TOM: Instagram: @tombilyeuTikTok: @tombilyeuTwitter: @tombilyeuYouTube: Tom Bilyeu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This is a fan fav episode. If you're about that hustle culture life then you've either entertained the idea of burning the boats or you already took the leap. Is it necessary though? Is there a link to being successful and leaving yourself no option for retreat? Matt Higgins has been on Shark Tank as one of the sharks, he's vice chairman of the Miami Dolphins, guest lecturer teaching at Harvard, and CEO of a private investment firm, RSE Ventures among other things. His success is mind-blowing and at a level very few people ever achieve. The plot twist is he grew up broke, selling flowers, working at McDonald's and actually made the decision to drop out of high school at 16 years old! He's sharing why Burn the Boats, the title of his latest book, isn't the idea you think it is. Matt points out that 48$ of people have a plan A and believes that when you spend time coming up with Plan B you're more likely to not even give Plan A the effort it deserves and therefore minimize your chance of success. This conversation is about getting real with yourself, facing everything that comes your way,and not retreating to Plan B, C or D. The idea that Matt Higgins shares is about being so totally committed to your Plan A that success is the only option. Eliminate choices. Fully commit. Experience new levels of success. ORIGINAL AIR DATE: 3-28-23 Follow Matt Higgins: Website: https://www.burntheboatsbook.com/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BurnTheBoatsBook Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mhiggins/ What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here: If you want my help... STARTING a business: join me here at ZERO TO FOUNDER SCALING a business: see if you qualify here. Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox: sign up here. ********************************************************************** If you're serious about leveling up your life, I urge you to check out my new podcast, Tom Bilyeu's Mindset Playbook —a goldmine of my most impactful episodes on mindset, business, and health. Trust me, your future self will thank you. ********************************************************************** Join me live on my Twitch stream. I'm live daily from 6:30 to 8:30 am PT at www.twitch.tv/tombilyeu ********************************************************************** LISTEN TO IMPACT THEORY AD FREE + BONUS EPISODES on APPLE PODCASTS: apple.co/impacttheory ********************************************************************** FOLLOW TOM: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/tombilyeu YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to another episode of Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu. In this episode, Tom and his co-host Drew jump straight into the thick of current societal and political tensions ripping through America—from digital manipulation and global disinformation, to the divisive battles over identity, gender, and violence. Drawing from recent news cycles and online controversies, Tom and Drew dig into how global powers exploit social media to stoke division, and challenge their audience to ground themselves against the rising tide of emotion-driven narratives dominating discourse today. Together, they dissect the psychology and biology behind polarization, fulfillment, and violent tendencies, weaving insights from neuroscience, evolutionary psychology, and history. They also address why anger is such a motivating force—and such a dangerous one when unchecked—while mapping the intersections of male identity, cultural radicalization, gender roles, and the persistent confusion of contemporary masculinity. Part 1 promises a candid, unflinching look at how our minds, biology, and society collide, and why understanding our “biological experience” is essential to navigating the chaos of the modern world. SHOWNOTES 00:00 - Welcome & Introduction: Global Division and Disinformation 00:09 - Russia, RT, and Digital Manipulation 00:37 - Distraction from Big Political Moves 01:11 - Economic Reality vs. Emotional Outrage 01:38 - Strategies for Grounding Yourself Amidst Division 02:51 - Biological Experience & The Rules of Human Behavior 04:05 - Harnessing the “Dark Side” Responsibly 04:47 - Identity in the Aftermath of Violence and Assassinations 05:54 - Anger as Short-Term Focus, Long-Term Consequences 07:30 - The Danger of Colliding Values & Cultural Conflict 08:33 - Grounding the Social Media Debate: The Unseen Gen Z 10:08 - The Importance of Insider Voices in Cultural Discourse 12:12 - Why Is Violence Predominantly Male? 14:21 - Evolution, Gender, and Violence: The Biological Roots 17:08 - Physical Extremes, Gender Differences, and the Justice System 18:33 - Exploring Women's Evolutionary Choices and Hypergamy 21:11 - The Breakdown of Male-Female Partnership in Modern Society FOLLOW TOM BILYEU: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/tombilyeu YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu FOLLOW DREW: @DrewDynamite04 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

SleepMe: Visit https://sleep.me/impact to get your Chilipad and save 20% with code IMPACT. Try it risk-free with their 30-night sleep trial and free shipping. Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to https://www.vitalproteins.com and entering promo code IMPACT at check out Hims: Start your free online visit today at https://hims.com/IMPACT. Netsuite: Download the new e-book Navigating Global Trade: 3 Insights for Leaders at http://NetSuite.com/Theory Linkedin: Post your job free at https://linkedin.com/impacttheory Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/impact Tailor Brands: 35% off https://tailorbrands.com/podcast35 What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here: If you want my help... STARTING a business: join me here at ZERO TO FOUNDER:  https://tombilyeu.com/zero-to-founder?utm_campaign=Podcast%20Offer&utm_source=podca[%E2%80%A6]d%20end%20of%20show&utm_content=podcast%20ad%20end%20of%20show SCALING a business: see if you qualify here.:  https://tombilyeu.com/call Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox: sign up here.: https://tombilyeu.com/ ********************************************************************** If you're serious about leveling up your life, I urge you to check out my new podcast, Tom Bilyeu's Mindset Playbook —a goldmine of my most impactful episodes on mindset, business, and health. Trust me, your future self will thank you. ********************************************************************** FOLLOW TOM: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/tombilyeu YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu In this episode, Tom and co-host Drew deliver a timely, raw, and thought-provoking breakdown of the latest, most controversial headlines shaking up the political and cultural landscape. Tom and Drew start the conversation with the shocking revelations surrounding the Charlie Kirk assassination case, analyzing the alleged text confession, media narratives, and why the dialogue feels anything but authentic. They plunge into the heated reactions online, explore the polarizing rhetoric on both the left and the right, and debate the wider implications for political discourse and free speech. The episode takes listeners beyond the headlines, unraveling everything from massive protests against immigration in the UK to Elon Musk's warnings about cultural values and the risks of societal division. The hosts aren't afraid to ask tough questions about immigration, identity, and the true meaning of national values. They fact-check viral stats, challenge assumptions about race and religion, and dissect the real heart of the “values collision” in modern society. Rounding out the show, Tom and Drew discuss the evolving battle over free speech, hate speech, and platform accountability in the digital age—bringing in high-profile voices like Elon Musk, Destiny, and Pam Bondi. As always, Tom urges listeners to zoom out and consider the international stakes, warning of the dangers of internal division and the rise of “fiscal dominance” in America's economy. Whether you're interested in media literacy, modern politics, or safeguarding free speech, today's episode serves up honest, nuanced commentary—and a powerful reminder to stay engaged, challenge your own perspective, and be vigilant about the bigger picture. Let's dive in! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices