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Controlling a nation's currency means wielding immense power, regardless of political affiliation. As Richard Werner points out, politicians may promise change, but the real influence lies with billionaires who manipulate the money supply to maintain control. This dynamic shapes the economic landscape and impacts everyone from everyday citizens to the wealthiest elites.
“… them. No, I agree. If you want to see, by the way, if you want to see, if you've never watched, man, Scott Horton debating Bill Kristol at the Soho Forum. Well, that's unfair. It was, you really exposed just how much. Bill Kristol has nothing. No knowledge, no argument, nothing. He literally, I've never seen it happen before. he threw in the towel in the debate essentially he literally at one point scott makes some argument there was like a back and forth section and scott makes some argument and he goes well we just have fundamentally different worldviews and you're like yeah that's why you're …”“… and I knew his wife. And I really liked him as a man, but his views were impossible to defend if you cared about the United States. Yeah, that right. But anyway, I guess with all of them, I was never particularly intellectually impressed with any of them. No, I agree. If you want to see, by the way, if you want to see, if you've never watched, man, Scott Horton debating Bill Kristol at the Soho Forum. Well, that's unfair. It was, you really exposed just how much. Bill Kristol has nothing. No knowledge, no argument, nothing. He literally, I've never seen it happen before. he threw in the towel in the debate essentially he literally at one point scott makes some argument there was like a back and forth section and scott makes some argument and he goes well we just have fundamentally different worldviews and you're like yeah that's why you're debating but you have to make an argument and then he will never explain what his world well right and then it is in his closing there was still like three minutes on the clock and he just stopped anyway i say all of this to say i've i've seen some dumb arguments from neocons over the years i have never seen anyone go full-blown mark levin the way …”View more
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Neoconservative commentary has devolved into senseless rants that repel rather than persuade. Dave Smith critiques figures like Mark Levin, arguing their approach increases hatred and fails to articulate any coherent arguments. This alarming trend raises questions about the effectiveness of their messaging and its implications for U.S. foreign policy.
The Tucker Carlson Show·Dave Smith: Mossad, WWII Myths, FBI Cover-Ups, and Trump’s Critical Next Move in Iran·Apr 01, 2026
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Rising energy prices are fueling political polarization and extreme decision-making worldwide. As economic imbalances grow, people often misplace blame, targeting outsiders instead of addressing core issues. This pattern is evident in both developed and developing nations, where crises lead to scapegoating and radical policy shifts.
What Bitcoin Did·The Debt Crisis Is Already Here | Lyn Alden·Apr 01, 2026
“… than Donald Trump. So I don't give a flying rip. Donald Trump took the biggest chance a president could do in the midterms by taking down the world's largest state sponsor of terror and doing it unapologetically. Joe Biden didn't do anything like that. They would have never had the balls to do something like this. But Donald Trump did it. So I don't care about his approval rating or his popularity or whatever because it's going to come up because we're kicking Iran's butt. Now, here's the good news. Consumer confidence is up, which generally means you got more money. We just got the latest …”“… have dipped. You know what I think about those approval ratings? I don't give a flying rip. Joe Biden, well, the people who handled him and used the auto pen, they never gave a damn about his approval ratings. He was wildly unpopular, much less popular than Donald Trump. So I don't give a flying rip. Donald Trump took the biggest chance a president could do in the midterms by taking down the world's largest state sponsor of terror and doing it unapologetically. Joe Biden didn't do anything like that. They would have never had the balls to do something like this. But Donald Trump did it. So I don't care about his approval rating or his popularity or whatever because it's going to come up because we're kicking Iran's butt. Now, here's the good news. Consumer confidence is up, which generally means you got more money. We just got the latest read on consumer confidence. Lydia, the number, please. Stuart, we're coming in at 91.8. The expectation was 88, so this is an upbeat read. That's like almost four. That's like almost four. Read, higher than what we were expecting, and also higher than last month's read, which is 91.2. Really? It seems that consumers are not as concerned about the …”View more
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Consumer confidence has surged to 91.8, surpassing expectations of 88, indicating that people are feeling more optimistic about the economy. This positive shift is supported by significant investments, like Mercedes-Benz's $4 billion commitment to its Alabama plant, which highlights a growing economic landscape. With $17 trillion in new investments, the outlook is brighter than anticipated.
The Rob Carson Show·Sayonara, NATO! Brigitte Gabriel Unleashed!·Apr 01, 2026
“… can get hurt and it could go sideways in an ugly way, which is many of the things we want to address. And we want to make it safe for agents to be economic actors. I mean, ultimately, we think the only economic actors anyone will trust will be agents. But it's not molts or lobsters or whatever you sort of call them today. So I think the experiment is great, but there's also a lot of reasons to be worried about the particular form that it's taken right now. So actually, that leads perfectly into my next question, sort of talking about how do you make economic agents trustworthy on the Internet? You …”“… I think that, you know, top open-class skills have malware problems. People are using them without being able to sort of clear the trust chasm. And when it comes to those agents being financial actors, that's a real problem because people can get hurt and it could go sideways in an ugly way, which is many of the things we want to address. And we want to make it safe for agents to be economic actors. I mean, ultimately, we think the only economic actors anyone will trust will be agents. But it's not molts or lobsters or whatever you sort of call them today. So I think the experiment is great, but there's also a lot of reasons to be worried about the particular form that it's taken right now. So actually, that leads perfectly into my next question, sort of talking about how do you make economic agents trustworthy on the Internet? You stepped back from Circle, the company you co-founded, and started a new company. Can you tell us about it? Yeah. So in many ways, it's a nice trajectory from Circle. And I have to, you know, I am still on the board, so I'll bite my tongue on some things on the Circle side. But, you know, we got excited about creating dollars on the Internet to …”View more
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The future of AI agents as economic actors hinges on building trust, but current developments raise serious security concerns. Sean Neville discusses how the rapid rise of AI transactions has created both excitement and anxiety, highlighting the potential for AI to democratize access to finance while warning of the risks involved. Trust is essential for AI to become accepted financial participants, and we must address the security implications to ensure safety in transactions.
Possible·Should we give AI a bank account?·Apr 01, 2026
“So Trump showed up to the World Economic Forum, achieved a deal on Greenland through force. Interesting, I think he's just buying it. He's giving everyone in Greenland $100,000, by the way. Everyone in Greenland's getting like $105,000 so that we can have Greenland. So here, I mean, I guess this is Trump's board of peace. Donald Trump has now done a board of peace. Here's what's happened. Everything is a scripted reality show. I criticize ICE. People get mad at me. They're like, well, how …”“So Trump showed up to the World Economic Forum, achieved a deal on Greenland through force. Interesting, I think he's just buying it. He's giving everyone in Greenland $100,000, by the way. Everyone in Greenland's getting like $105,000 so that we can have Greenland. So here, I mean, I guess this is Trump's board of peace. Donald Trump has now done a board of peace. Here's what's happened. Everything is a scripted reality show. I criticize ICE. People get mad at me. They're like, well, how do you think people should be deported, dah, dah, dah, dah? Number one, you can pass legislation, which they haven't done. All of the stuff they've done on immigration is through executive orders, a lot of it. It will be reversed immediately by a Democratic president. That's number one. Number two, if you pass legislation and then attach enforcement …”View more
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Trump's approach to immigration is more like a reality show than a serious policy, stirring chaos without real solutions. Instead of passing legislation, his administration relies on executive orders, leading to protests and violence while ignoring the employers who exploit illegal labor. The long-term consequences of this spectacle are detrimental to both immigrants and the economy, especially in real estate.
The Tim Dillon Show·480 - Jared Kushner, Trump Obsession, & Healing Through Hate·Jan 24, 2026
“… expect a lot of things to maybe go down in price What happening though is that not what we seeing in actual price because we live also in a credit world where credit inflation and credit creation is a big driver of our growth model And so we have these two contradictory forces at play that can actually manifest itself in some weird ways. And so the weird way that I would say it has manifested pretty clearly at this point is that labor itself is becoming less valuable while capital is itself becoming more valuable in the financial manipulation of asset prices that is happening via capital and …”“… technology as a whole is deflationary. I think that's the punchline. If technology works the way that is allowing for productivity growth that resets the jump to universality in ways that is unimaginable, it's really deflationary. And so you should expect a lot of things to maybe go down in price What happening though is that not what we seeing in actual price because we live also in a credit world where credit inflation and credit creation is a big driver of our growth model And so we have these two contradictory forces at play that can actually manifest itself in some weird ways. And so the weird way that I would say it has manifested pretty clearly at this point is that labor itself is becoming less valuable while capital is itself becoming more valuable in the financial manipulation of asset prices that is happening via capital and credit creation. So I think that's a big component of it. The other part of it is generally a lot of the wealth creation has actually come from stock-based compensation. So that's probably something that looks a little bit different than the prior eras of industrial revolution or anything thereafter where labor coming from income and salaried wages …”View more
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In Buenos Aires, people are forced to treat their apartments as savings accounts due to hyperinflation, leading to a housing crisis where many homes sit empty. This phenomenon highlights the need for alternative wealth storage solutions, like Bitcoin, which could provide liquidity and affordability in real estate markets. By allowing fractional spending, Bitcoin could alleviate some pressures on housing affordability, making it a crucial player in the economic landscape.
Bankless·3 Megatrends Every Investor Needs to Know: Demographics, Wealth Inequality, & the End of Labor (with Jeff Park)·Mar 30, 2026
“Let's talk about the economic fallout from the war because that is around biggest leverage right now. Economists and energy industry experts keep telling reporters that the fallout is only just beginning, even if the war ends soon. Bloomberg talked to more than three dozen of these experts and said that quote one message was repeated over and over The world still hasn grasped the severity of the situation Other countries are already dealing with energy shortages food supply …”“Let's talk about the economic fallout from the war because that is around biggest leverage right now. Economists and energy industry experts keep telling reporters that the fallout is only just beginning, even if the war ends soon. Bloomberg talked to more than three dozen of these experts and said that quote one message was repeated over and over The world still hasn grasped the severity of the situation Other countries are already dealing with energy shortages food supply shortages price shocks Here's European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde summing up the view that the worst is yet to come in an interview with The Economist. We are facing a real shock that is probably beyond what we can imagine at the moment. Do you think there is just a sort of blind optimism that somehow this is going to be over and the …”View more
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The economic fallout from the war is only beginning, with experts warning of severe energy and food shortages ahead. European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde emphasizes that the damage done will take years to recover from, contradicting the blind optimism many hold. This crisis is unfolding gradually, revealing the true extent of its consequences day by day.
Pod Save America·SHOCKING GOP Plan to Fund War with Health Care Cuts·Mar 31, 2026
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During COVID, the wealthy told struggling workers to 'just stay home,' ignoring the financial reality for those living paycheck to paycheck. This frustration stems from witnessing the government mishandle funds while hardworking Americans faced declining living standards. As fraudsters exploited the system, the anger towards the disparity grew, highlighting the urgent need for change for the working class.
The Jesse Kelly Show·Hour 1: The Decline We Allow·Mar 31, 2026
“… three different speeds happening here. You have the speed at which individual people can adjust. How fast can I learn new skills, figure out a new world, learn AI, whatever it might be. you have the speed at which the ai systems which a couple of years ago were not capable of doing the work of a median college grad from a good school and you have the speed of policy and the speed at which the ai systems are getting better and able to do more things is quite fast i mean that is you experience this more than i do but i find it hard to even cover this because you know within three months something …”“… China shock wasn't exactly like that, but that you expect to pass and then the market is sort of normal. In this case, what you have is a technology that if what you want to have happen happens, the technology is accelerating. So what you have is like three different speeds happening here. You have the speed at which individual people can adjust. How fast can I learn new skills, figure out a new world, learn AI, whatever it might be. you have the speed at which the ai systems which a couple of years ago were not capable of doing the work of a median college grad from a good school and you have the speed of policy and the speed at which the ai systems are getting better and able to do more things is quite fast i mean that is you experience this more than i do but i find it hard to even cover this because you know within three months something else will have come out that has significantly changed what is possible I had a baby recently and came back from paternity leave to the new systems we built, was deeply surprised. Individual humans are moving more slowly than that. And policy and government institutions move a lot more slowly than individual human beings. And so typically the …”View more
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The rapid advancement of AI technology could create significant economic growth, but it may also lead to job disruptions that outpace workers' ability to adapt. As AI systems evolve faster than human skills and policy responses, the challenge lies in ensuring that this growth translates into new job opportunities rather than exacerbating existing inequalities. Policymakers must recognize that this technological shift is not temporary and requires a proactive approach to workforce development.
Hard Fork·The Ezra Klein Show: How Fast Will A.I. Agents Rip Through the Economy?·Mar 27, 2026
“… will be joined by someone who actually knows the numbers. I actually use the report she creates every two years. It's called the Jobs Report by the World Economic Forum, and I was just there. She knows all the numbers, and she knows exactly what's happening on the job market. Are these layoffs AI? Should we be afraid? Should we be scared? Or are companies just using the word AI to justify layoffs? By the end, you'll know which jobs are actually at risk, what AI native really means, and what you can practically do in the next 90 days to future-proof your career, even if you're not a tech person. I'm not a tech …”“… AI took my job posts. Is this the beginning of a jobless future? Or are companies just slapping AI on old-school layoffs to make them sound innovative? Today we're going to look at the data, the companies, and the people behind the headlines. And I will be joined by someone who actually knows the numbers. I actually use the report she creates every two years. It's called the Jobs Report by the World Economic Forum, and I was just there. She knows all the numbers, and she knows exactly what's happening on the job market. Are these layoffs AI? Should we be afraid? Should we be scared? Or are companies just using the word AI to justify layoffs? By the end, you'll know which jobs are actually at risk, what AI native really means, and what you can practically do in the next 90 days to future-proof your career, even if you're not a tech person. I'm not a tech person, but I'm using so much of AI. I'm going to talk about this. So what's going on on the market? Let's start with the headline that broke the internet. Jack Dorsey and Block. 4,000 people. So Block is the company behind Square, Cash App, and Afterpay, and they announced that they're cutting 40% of its workforce, more than 4,000 people, bringing …”View more
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Many companies, like Jack Dorsey's Block, are citing AI as the reason for massive layoffs, but is this just a convenient excuse for overhiring? Saadia Zahidi from the World Economic Forum reveals that while AI is indeed reshaping jobs, many firms are using it to justify cuts that were already necessary. By understanding this trend, you can better prepare your career for the future.
Silicon Valley Girl·Job Market 2026: What's Actually Happening with Layoffs·Mar 19, 2026
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Italy's defense minister warns that the ongoing Iran war could trigger a global energy crisis, impacting economies worldwide. As U.S. gas prices soar to nearly $4 a gallon, citizens are facing increased financial strain, leading to potential cuts in essential services like healthcare. This situation highlights the interconnectedness of geopolitical conflicts and domestic economic challenges.
The Adam Mockler Show·SCARY WARNING causes Trump TO PANIC·Mar 30, 2026
“… dealing with less customers they can control people easier and so the statistics that you're talking about, about young farmers, you know, the World Economic Forum talked about that. You'll own nothing and you'll be happy. This is a part of it. 25% of Iowa's farmland, at least 25%, is now owned by people who don't live in the state, out-of-state funds and investors. A quarter of my state is owned by people who will never go to a Friday night football game in our small town, who aren't shopping on our main streets. Like this is in line with Blackstone buying single family homes The same thing is happening …”“… communities and our rural communities in Iowa in the Midwest they're on life support but these companies want to work with bigger and bigger producers and we know that we know we know why they want to do that it's easier they have less cost when they're dealing with less customers they can control people easier and so the statistics that you're talking about, about young farmers, you know, the World Economic Forum talked about that. You'll own nothing and you'll be happy. This is a part of it. 25% of Iowa's farmland, at least 25%, is now owned by people who don't live in the state, out-of-state funds and investors. A quarter of my state is owned by people who will never go to a Friday night football game in our small town, who aren't shopping on our main streets. Like this is in line with Blackstone buying single family homes The same thing is happening to our agriculture community The thing that so difficult for what I trying to undertake right now is to get to the farmers to help them understand that this is happening on purpose They don't want more family farms. As a matter of fact, if you go to the WF, they don't want sovereignty for our country. And so what's one of the ways you can strip …”View more
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Zach Lahn discusses the detrimental effects of big agriculture on family farms in Iowa, revealing that over 25% of the state's farmland is now owned by out-of-state investors. He argues that this consolidation strips rural communities of their vitality and sovereignty, as these investors are disconnected from local life. Lahn emphasizes the urgency of addressing these issues before the agricultural landscape is irrevocably changed.
The Shawn Ryan Show·#290 Zach Lahn - Inside America’s Cancer-Causing Chemical Problem·Mar 23, 2026
“… virus, you mean? Correct. Understood. Okay, let's back up one second. I just want to look at CEPI. Who created CEPI? Bring that back up. CEPI was a World Economic Forum and the Gates Foundation. You'll find, I think, the government of Germany and India, I believe, was involved as well. But this is a richly funded, multi-billion dollar organization. You just can't imagine how big these units are. Oh, I can totally. You look at the industrial war complex, and now you start to see it's the industrial medical complex, right? That's the new one that really seems like it's sprouted over the past 20 years. Correct. …”“… on it, and the federal government. Daszak was at the EcoHealth Alliance. It's a go-between organization that was shuttling money for Barak's projects over to Wuhan. Daszak had been to Wuhan many, many times. He knew that lab well. To create the virus, you mean? Correct. Understood. Okay, let's back up one second. I just want to look at CEPI. Who created CEPI? Bring that back up. CEPI was a World Economic Forum and the Gates Foundation. You'll find, I think, the government of Germany and India, I believe, was involved as well. But this is a richly funded, multi-billion dollar organization. You just can't imagine how big these units are. Oh, I can totally. You look at the industrial war complex, and now you start to see it's the industrial medical complex, right? That's the new one that really seems like it's sprouted over the past 20 years. Correct. Right here. CEPI is The Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations, a global organization focused on accelerating vaccine – Vaccine development. Okay, sorry. It was created in 2017 through a partnership between the governments of Norway and India, the Wellcome Trust, and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation. Yep. And go back. To disease X, I …”View more
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In this segment, Dr. McCullough humorously unravels the concept of 'Disease X' as a plan for a pandemic that doesn't even exist yet. His witty commentary on the 'bioindustrial complex' makes for an entertaining critique of how organizations might be orchestrating responses to health crises, leaving listeners both amused and bewildered.
This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von·#647 - Dr. Peter McCullough·Mar 19, 2026
“Yes, I worked with UN, Interpol, World Economic Forum, World Health Organization. I mean, basically, I try to help whoever I can in terms of putting ethics into practice in the bigger platform. That's a big, big platform. I'm going to say this, that before your work in technology, you were on the full-time faculty at the University of Hong Kong Medical School and an ethics researcher at the Harvard Law School. Cara, I'm kind of starstruck, are you? Oh, yeah. And, you know, it's actually pretty …”“Yes, I worked with UN, Interpol, World Economic Forum, World Health Organization. I mean, basically, I try to help whoever I can in terms of putting ethics into practice in the bigger platform. That's a big, big platform. I'm going to say this, that before your work in technology, you were on the full-time faculty at the University of Hong Kong Medical School and an ethics researcher at the Harvard Law School. Cara, I'm kind of starstruck, are you? Oh, yeah. And, you know, it's actually pretty cool when you think about, like, health and then law. Those are two really big areas where the ethics are pretty critical to the functioning of those disciplines, obviously. I think for your audience who may think like, well, how does, why does she do AI ethics now after, you know, being in medical school and being in law? I think exactly that …”View more
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Jansu Jansha emphasizes that philosophy is crucial for addressing ethical questions in AI, just as it is in public health and law. With experience at prestigious institutions like Harvard and the University of Hong Kong, she highlights how philosophical thinking helps navigate the complexities of AI adoption in society. By embedding herself in academia, she advocates for impartial and structured approaches to these high-stakes ethical dilemmas.
Building AI Boston·The Ethical AI Puzzle with guest Cansu Canca on Building AI Boston·Mar 11, 2026
“… are supposed to achieve. The lessons that he's applying, the idea that team members can have more leverage, isn't just restricted to real world, physical, or blue collar businesses. It's available for anyone. And all of that is 100% true. The part that I want to explore is the context of physical real world businesses, and ones I think that are much smaller than even those being described by David in this piece. One of the things that makes AI so interesting is that it breaks the trend of the last couple hundred years where new technology changes tended to hit blue collar workers …”“… long term is looking at it as an opportunity creation technology. We always talk about this in the context of efficiency AI versus opportunity AI. David is applying that to the mindset of corporate leaders who need to set goals for what their AI initiatives are supposed to achieve. The lessons that he's applying, the idea that team members can have more leverage, isn't just restricted to real world, physical, or blue collar businesses. It's available for anyone. And all of that is 100% true. The part that I want to explore is the context of physical real world businesses, and ones I think that are much smaller than even those being described by David in this piece. One of the things that makes AI so interesting is that it breaks the trend of the last couple hundred years where new technology changes tended to hit blue collar workers first, at least the negative side. Right now what we're seeing is that the places where the most realized disruption is happening is in fact in white collar roles. The way that people think about programmers themselves, for example, is changing. Now I think the jury is very much still out on how that all shakes out. We're going through a period where …”View more
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AI is not just a cost-cutting tool but a creator of opportunities, though its impact on job displacement, especially in white-collar sectors, remains uncertain.
AI is a dual-force technology that can both displace jobs and create new opportunities, with the potential for more programming jobs despite initial disruptions.
AI should be viewed as an opportunity creation technology rather than just a cost-cutting tool, with potential to increase programming jobs despite current displacement concerns.
AI should be seen as an opportunity creation technology rather than just a cost-cutting tool, with the potential to increase programming jobs despite current displacement concerns.
AI should be seen as an opportunity creation technology rather than just a cost-cutting tool, with potential for increased programming jobs despite current displacement concerns.
AI should be seen as an opportunity creation technology rather than just a cost-cutting tool, and while AI causes job displacement, other factors are also at play.
AI's impact on white-collar jobs is complex, with potential for both displacement and the creation of new opportunities, challenging the notion that AI is merely a cost-cutting tool.
The AI Daily Brief: Artificial Intelligence News and Analysis·Why AI Could Be Better for Plumbers than Programmers·Feb 22, 2026
“So, Daniel, you and I were at Davos recently at the World Economic Forum annual meeting. It's worth just taking a few minutes to give people a taste of what this experience is and what this week is really like, and the vibe in general about how people are talking about AI and what was different this year versus last year. Okay, we've gone twice this year. Last year, we went this year. Last year was full of these big, empty promises of AI. You know, AI was everywhere, but it was all just the thinnest possible …”“So, Daniel, you and I were at Davos recently at the World Economic Forum annual meeting. It's worth just taking a few minutes to give people a taste of what this experience is and what this week is really like, and the vibe in general about how people are talking about AI and what was different this year versus last year. Okay, we've gone twice this year. Last year, we went this year. Last year was full of these big, empty promises of AI. You know, AI was everywhere, but it was all just the thinnest possible wrapper. AI is going to change the world and all this stuff, right? And it really felt like we were swimming upstream in 2025, talking about that. This year felt profoundly different. And I think it's because everyone's had one hell of a year. One, AI has gone from being speculative, like it could change the world, to people are feeling it's already …”View more
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At this year's Davos, discussions around AI shifted dramatically from empty promises to tangible realities, as leaders grappled with its immediate impacts. Unlike last year, when AI felt speculative, this year showcased the real consequences, including job losses and ethical dilemmas, prompting a more serious dialogue about stewarding technology for humanity's benefit. The Human Change House provided a refreshing counterpoint, focusing on the societal implications of AI amid the corporate-driven narrative dominating the event.
Your Undivided Attention·The Race to Build God: AI's Existential Gamble — Yoshua Bengio & Tristan Harris at Davos·Feb 19, 2026
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W. Morgan Schuster, the American Treasury Secretary in early 20th century Persia, took a stand against European powers exploiting the nation. His efforts to reform the tax system and protect the Iranian economy led to outrage from the British and Russians, culminating in military intervention. Schuster's story highlights the complexities of foreign involvement in Iran during a critical period, as he genuinely sought to help the Persian people despite the overwhelming opposition he faced.
Behind the Bastards·Part One: The First Shah of Iran·Mar 24, 2026
“… you think about the verifiers about that final filter this is the hardest role you know being an entrepreneur or you know essentially coordinating economic activity, including coordinating agents towards a certain goal. What's important in this bucket and why it's hard to automate is because there's what economists call nightly uncertainty. Nightly uncertainty is the distinction between risk where you can assign probabilities saying, okay, 60% chance this happens. I may be wrong, but I sort of can put some probabilities on it and not even knowing what those probabilities are. When somebody starts …”“… verification is easy, but automation is still hard. You call these the directors? Is this where people are doing more artisanal type of tasks, like things only a human can do or like what in this quadrant No this is actually all about intent So if you think about the verifiers about that final filter this is the hardest role you know being an entrepreneur or you know essentially coordinating economic activity, including coordinating agents towards a certain goal. What's important in this bucket and why it's hard to automate is because there's what economists call nightly uncertainty. Nightly uncertainty is the distinction between risk where you can assign probabilities saying, okay, 60% chance this happens. I may be wrong, but I sort of can put some probabilities on it and not even knowing what those probabilities are. When somebody starts a startup, typically, if it's trying to push something truly new, there is fundamental uncertainty about is this even the right way to think about the problem? Is this even a problem? Is this the right technology? It's the difference between knowing that you'll be 60% of the time, you'll be wrong and you know that 60% is correct versus you don't …”View more
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Directors in startups are essential for navigating unknown uncertainties, acting as the final filter for decisions. They coordinate efforts, adjust strategies, and ensure that teams stay aligned with the original intent. This unique role blends judgment and experience, making them invaluable in the unpredictable landscape of entrepreneurship.
Bankless·The Economics of AGI: Why Verification Is the New Scarcity w/ Christian Catalini·Mar 26, 2026
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Many people pull future wealth into the present, leading to unsustainable debt levels that exceed their net worth. This trend, seen in both personal finances and national debt, inflates asset prices and diminishes disposable income for future generations. The result? A significant decline in standard of living as the burden of debt is passed down.
PBD Podcast·Iran REJECTS Trump's 15 Point Peace Plan | PBD #765·Mar 25, 2026
“… And they could have closed the airports down earlier. You don't think they intentionally did that to leave it open? Seven million people died. The world economy lost $16 trillion. China's not been held accountable yet. You think China's a trusted player? China didn't work by itself with that. The U.S. was involved with that. Who was it that was involved from Cuba? Everybody was. Not everybody. Who was everybody? I think a lot of the countries that were complicit with it, the ones that immediately were like, okay, we're going to go into this lockdown. We're going to force this vaccination on …”“… leaked out of China, right? And they could have done something about it. For many years, they're like, no, you can't say that. It didn't come from China. It came from somewhere else. Well, now we know it came from the Wuhan lab. It's the Wuhan lab. And they could have closed the airports down earlier. You don't think they intentionally did that to leave it open? Seven million people died. The world economy lost $16 trillion. China's not been held accountable yet. You think China's a trusted player? China didn't work by itself with that. The U.S. was involved with that. Who was it that was involved from Cuba? Everybody was. Not everybody. Who was everybody? I think a lot of the countries that were complicit with it, the ones that immediately were like, okay, we're going to go into this lockdown. We're going to force this vaccination on everyone. That was a coordinated effort. That didn't happen. Hey, you know, I think you should do this to your citizens. But I think that was also some of the globalists and some of the establishment folks. There's a play right now. It's not the Republican and the Democrat thing. No. It the globalists that want to make the whole thing a one world a …”View more
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China's role in the COVID-19 pandemic is under scrutiny, with claims that the virus leaked from a Wuhan lab and that the world economy lost $16 trillion. This segment also discusses how globalist agendas are influencing political dynamics, hinting at a coordinated effort among nations during the pandemic. The conversation highlights the complexities of political support and accountability in a global context.
PBD Podcast·Terrence Howard UNCENSORED | PBD #753·Mar 05, 2026
“… our second capital raise which is the pre round that we have So we only have one prior capital race which is the accelerator round that we did with Forum Ventures and Rise Forum Ventures has an accelerator in San Francisco Awesome to know. We'll make a note of that so we can trade deal flow. And what makes you, last question,”“… based in SF. Have you gone through any of the accelerators yet? Have you raised capital before? Tell us a little bit about the history of the company. Yeah. So, obviously, great to walking through this, coming around with you guys as we're wrapping our second capital raise which is the pre round that we have So we only have one prior capital race which is the accelerator round that we did with Forum Ventures and Rise Forum Ventures has an accelerator in San Francisco Awesome to know. We'll make a note of that so we can trade deal flow. And what makes you, last question,”View more
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Deploying energy-saving technology is a multi-million dollar challenge for startups. Many companies struggle to get big brands to commit due to slow-moving processes and high costs. However, with a scalable model and a quick pilot phase, startups can prove ROI and potentially revolutionize energy efficiency in large portfolios.
This Week in Startups·Compliance Startup Scandal... Is Delve Guilty? | E2266·Mar 24, 2026
“… to call it, of really people being allowed to experiment and think, that was a phenomenal phase of research for us. And that has pulled back as the world has pulled back a little bit. But I know now, as I look at AI, and next week, I'll be at the World Economic Forum and an ASAI meeting, and we're talking about AI for drug design, right? And so just think about the ways in which, again, I think we're going to have that boom where we get even more investment in and efficiency of figuring out how to treat disease. And so I think there was a high for that, and we saw all of the information …”“and academic sides, and largely the US really did contribute to a lot of this research. Of course, there's global efforts, but I think that honeymoon phase or whatever you want to call it, of really people being allowed to experiment and think, that was a phenomenal phase of research for us. And that has pulled back as the world has pulled back a little bit. But I know now, as I look at AI, and next week, I'll be at the World Economic Forum and an ASAI meeting, and we're talking about AI for drug design, right? And so just think about the ways in which, again, I think we're going to have that boom where we get even more investment in and efficiency of figuring out how to treat disease. And so I think there was a high for that, and we saw all of the information increasing and the scientific rigor increasing. And now I think there is a second wave of increasing scientific information that's going to come because of the efficiencies of how we do research. So isn't there a fear, because we've seen it out there, there's a fear of my doctor, now, I don't believe this, because I want my doctor to use AI, because I feel …”View more
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There's a growing fear that AI might overshadow the human intuition of doctors, leading to a loss of vital clinical skills. While AI can analyze data efficiently, it struggles with context and nuance that are essential in patient care. The clinician-patient relationship relies on these human elements, ensuring that AI won't completely replace the intuition of healthcare professionals.
Embracing Digital Transformation·#319 From Telemedicine to AI: A New Era in Medicine·Jan 22, 2026
“… stack. So we have our blockchain, ARK, which is in testnet right now. That's going to come to mainnet later this year, which is purpose-built for economic activity and financial services activity, right? And we think the legacy blockchains if you like are not well optimized for regulated financial activity We have various digital assets right with the largest U dollar stable coin that fully regulated USDC with the largest euro stable coin with EURC although it much smaller We are today the largest tokenized money market fund. And so we have that and we have various applications, most notably the …”“… talk more about that? Yes, I talked about the internet financial system, right? And those three layers, the operating system layer, the digital asset layer, and the application layer on top, right? And Circle is building products at every level of that stack. So we have our blockchain, ARK, which is in testnet right now. That's going to come to mainnet later this year, which is purpose-built for economic activity and financial services activity, right? And we think the legacy blockchains if you like are not well optimized for regulated financial activity We have various digital assets right with the largest U dollar stable coin that fully regulated USDC with the largest euro stable coin with EURC although it much smaller We are today the largest tokenized money market fund. And so we have that and we have various applications, most notably the Circle Payments Network, right, that we're building at that third leg. Now, layer AI onto this. our thesis is that more and more economic activity is going to take place in the internet intermediated by code, right? Running in the operating systems that we just talked about. And when you think about it, you ask the question, well, what's the …”View more
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AI agents are set to revolutionize how economic activity is conducted, moving from traditional paper-based contracts to software-driven interactions. Circle is building a blockchain ecosystem that allows these agents to operate autonomously, creating and exchanging value on a massive scale. This shift will redefine the landscape of financial services and economic transactions.
The Rundown·Circle CFO On Why Stablecoin Growth Is Defying the Crypto Bear Market·Mar 22, 2026
“… to sell it for it to move to the next generation or to another buyer. And so the wealth tax is basically saying you need to sell. Like in a perfect world where there is an unrealized wealth tax that you can't escape from, like you can't just leave California and go to like Texas and not pay. If it was actually a holistic strategy and you couldn't even leave the United States and you're captive to it as a U.S. citizen, it would create forced selling.”“And the young people have to keep buying it at higher prices. Right. It's actually the same problem. It's the same generational wealth movement problem, which is you have to sell it for it to move to the next generation or to another buyer. And so the wealth tax is basically saying you need to sell. Like in a perfect world where there is an unrealized wealth tax that you can't escape from, like you can't just leave California and go to like Texas and not pay. If it was actually a holistic strategy and you couldn't even leave the United States and you're captive to it as a U.S. citizen, it would create forced selling.”View more
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Imagine a world where a wealth tax forces you to sell your assets just to keep them. In a scenario where an unrealized wealth tax is imposed on U.S. citizens, individuals would be compelled to sell their properties, exacerbating generational wealth issues and creating a liquidity trap. This situation highlights the struggle of younger generations who must buy into an inflated market, perpetuating the cycle of wealth inequality.
TFTC: A Bitcoin Podcast·#729: The Generational Liquidity Trap with Jeff Park·Mar 21, 2026
“This phrase or the idea that one generation has to pay a penance for India to become the number one country in the world or for India to move forward. This is something we've seen before, right? The kind of work culture that people talk about in Korea, the kind of work culture that people talk about in Japan sometimes, the kind of work culture that people talk about in China sometimes. I think a lot of times we make this mistake of thinking, oh, there must be something ingrained in the cultural values. It's rapid economic development, which is the underlying …”“This phrase or the idea that one generation has to pay a penance for India to become the number one country in the world or for India to move forward. This is something we've seen before, right? The kind of work culture that people talk about in Korea, the kind of work culture that people talk about in Japan sometimes, the kind of work culture that people talk about in China sometimes. I think a lot of times we make this mistake of thinking, oh, there must be something ingrained in the cultural values. It's rapid economic development, which is the underlying pattern here. it's very strange to see the idea of penance being introduced and that hey we're just going to have to pay the price for a generation okay who is we yeah exactly when you talk about rapid economic development you have to ask whose development right right because the person calling for penance has a net worth of over a billion dollars and …”View more
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In India, rapid economic development is leading to a stark divide where the wealthiest thrive while the working class suffers. Despite India's rise as the fourth largest economy, 90% of people earn less than $300 a month, and housing affordability is at crisis levels. This paradox reveals that the supposed progress is benefiting the elite, leaving millions in poverty and mental health crises.
kill switch·how the tech boom is killing India’s best coders·Mar 18, 2026
“This is not just a security issue. Greg Notch, CSO of Expel, said, quote, the problem is rooted in economics and incentives. Oh, this came up before. Let's hear it again. Engineering organizations are funded, tasked, and measured on shipping features that deliver outcomes. If you're selling software and business side has little incentive to fund AppSec because they have already externalized all of that risk to their customers with limitation of liability clauses. Good for them, by the way. Going back to the quote. Yeah. By the way, let's just stop …”“This is not just a security issue. Greg Notch, CSO of Expel, said, quote, the problem is rooted in economics and incentives. Oh, this came up before. Let's hear it again. Engineering organizations are funded, tasked, and measured on shipping features that deliver outcomes. If you're selling software and business side has little incentive to fund AppSec because they have already externalized all of that risk to their customers with limitation of liability clauses. Good for them, by the way. Going back to the quote. Yeah. By the way, let's just stop the quote. If you can pull that off, none of this is important. None of this is important. But going back to Greg's quote, if you're developing software for internal customers, there is even less incentive to care. The core problem is that there is very little real downside risk, except in extreme black swan type situations. And the probability of …”View more
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The real issue with software security lies in economic incentives, as highlighted by Greg Notch, CSO of Expel. Developers are often rewarded for speed and feature delivery, leaving security concerns sidelined, especially when risks can be externalized to customers. This dynamic creates a friction that security teams must navigate by aligning their goals with business objectives to change the narrative around security's importance.
Defense in Depth·Who is Responsible for the Conflict Between Security and Developers?·Mar 19, 2026
“… he paints that as a sort of utopian future. I understand why, but I also fade that as a narrative. I think people without meaning is a very strange world, but I just. I struggle to see if AI is as disruptive as you think it's going to be. And timeframe doesn't really matter. At some point, I think this is going to happen where it replaces the vast majority of jobs. What I don't understand is what happens to all the externalities. In the interim, even if people decide to retrain, even if people decide that they want to become a musician or a painter or do something creative, There's going to be …”“… you still need people to do things. And, um, you know, like Elon says, if everyone's just going to be infinitely wealthy, we'll all have all of our time and everything will be free. I mean, I don't see that future either. Yeah. And I don't even like he paints that as a sort of utopian future. I understand why, but I also fade that as a narrative. I think people without meaning is a very strange world, but I just. I struggle to see if AI is as disruptive as you think it's going to be. And timeframe doesn't really matter. At some point, I think this is going to happen where it replaces the vast majority of jobs. What I don't understand is what happens to all the externalities. In the interim, even if people decide to retrain, even if people decide that they want to become a musician or a painter or do something creative, There's going to be an interim period where people lose their jobs and they still have a mortgage. They still have credit card debt. They still have a car loan. What happens to the economy in that interim period? And I can't see a way that it's not catastrophic. You make a good point because in the end, the defaults are what trigger a financial crisis. So if you can't …”View more
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A mere 5 to 10% job loss could lead to catastrophic defaults and a financial crisis. Nik Bhatia explains that the current $350 trillion debt system is incredibly fragile, where even small disruptions can trigger massive consequences. The interim period of job losses presents a dangerous scenario for the economy, as many individuals still carry debt obligations.
What Bitcoin Did·This Is The Macro Reset | Nik Bhatia·Mar 18, 2026
“… always, that people underappreciate overseas, is it's not like there is a centrally planned maniacal plan in Washington to get the rest of the world dependent on America, because we are positive sum thinkers. And what that means in practice is Americans also do a lot of joint ventures. because we don't see the world as a finite pie that needs to be subdivided into smaller slices. We see a world where the pie expands and where there is an opportunity. And a lot of American companies are very comfortable doing co-investments and joint ventures. And so it's just a very different lens. Yeah. …”“Go for it. And Americans are positive sum thinkers. I mean, unlike, and this is fundamentally something that doesn't always, that people underappreciate overseas, is it's not like there is a centrally planned maniacal plan in Washington to get the rest of the world dependent on America, because we are positive sum thinkers. And what that means in practice is Americans also do a lot of joint ventures. because we don't see the world as a finite pie that needs to be subdivided into smaller slices. We see a world where the pie expands and where there is an opportunity. And a lot of American companies are very comfortable doing co-investments and joint ventures. And so it's just a very different lens. Yeah. How should we make sense of the sovereign AI investments that are happening in the Middle East? Is that also strategic for us? Say more about that. Yeah, so fundamentally, the Middle East has a lot of capital. They're going to invest it in artificial intelligence one way or the other. They are, you know, some of the investors in the region are …”View more
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The Middle East is pivoting from oil to artificial intelligence, leveraging its vast capital and cheap energy to diversify its economy. This shift presents a unique opportunity for American companies to collaborate and expand their influence in AI, creating a mutually beneficial relationship. Recent deals with countries like the UAE and Saudi Arabia highlight this emerging trend, reshaping global economic dynamics.
The a16z Show·AI, Supply Chains, and the Future of Economic Power·Mar 18, 2026
“… a cold and think like, you know, call 911, right? So that America is men. Our tolerance for pain is very, very low. Now, how that might trickle down economically is because of income inequality. The top 10% of income-earning households now control 50% of the consumer economy. We're now a consumer economy. Two-thirds of our gdp is consumer-led So if the very wealthy all of a sudden start seeing You know a level of pain that we are just not used to which is much lower than the level of pain Most countries endure every year you could see a significant drawback drawdown. I personally I never want to …”“… tough or damage is much our bar for pain our tolerance for pain is what a man is versus what a woman is right Women have to endure childbirth and menstruation so they have a much higher tolerance for pain This is scientific it not an opinion Men get a cold and think like, you know, call 911, right? So that America is men. Our tolerance for pain is very, very low. Now, how that might trickle down economically is because of income inequality. The top 10% of income-earning households now control 50% of the consumer economy. We're now a consumer economy. Two-thirds of our gdp is consumer-led So if the very wealthy all of a sudden start seeing You know a level of pain that we are just not used to which is much lower than the level of pain Most countries endure every year you could see a significant drawback drawdown. I personally I never want to hate I never want to see the markets go down But the two worst indices in history are the dow and the nasdaq because they create this false comfort that we're doing okay when they go up. The Dow and the NASDAQ are effectively a proxy for how the rich are doing. And spoiler alert, they're doing really well. I think we could see a pretty dramatic …”View more
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A significant market downturn could be beneficial for the economy, as it may recalibrate wealth distribution from owners to earners. The wealthiest 10% control half of the consumer economy, and their discomfort during economic shocks could trigger a necessary shift. Exogenous shocks like war or famine, while painful, are essential for a healthy economic cycle.
Prof G Markets·War With Iran Is Rewriting Global Markets·Mar 16, 2026
“… much brain drain into these economies. For a period of time, it was Wall Street and then tech showed up and then now is tech. And we've just been a world leader within those categories. So what's the impact on our GDP from all of that? That's the question. When we have companies like, you know, Meta, et cetera, all growing here, it's a major impact on our GDP. So for US, like we have this AI arms race right now, if there were, and maybe there won't, but if there were a very dominant, um, us AI provider globally, then that means a massive amount of wealth will accrue within the U S because …”“top schools. Or Cambridge or Oxford. Yeah, U.S. is probably a bit better as a thing. But you know what I mean? There's so much brain drain into these economies. For a period of time, it was Wall Street and then tech showed up and then now is tech. And we've just been a world leader within those categories. So what's the impact on our GDP from all of that? That's the question. When we have companies like, you know, Meta, et cetera, all growing here, it's a major impact on our GDP. So for US, like we have this AI arms race right now, if there were, and maybe there won't, but if there were a very dominant, um, us AI provider globally, then that means a massive amount of wealth will accrue within the U S because everybody's going to use it for their needs. So let's assume that we end up in an oligopolistic market for AI and two of the four most dominant providers are in the U S and, uh, and they control 70% of the market. Then the wealth productivity that accrues to us, and that means ultimately the tax receipts to pay off the deficit, let's say it doubles GDP, …”View more
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A significant economic shift is underway as AI technology boosts productivity while simultaneously displacing jobs, leading to a potential financial crisis. As wealth concentrates among a few due to this technological advancement, many will struggle with mounting debt and job losses. This dual reality could trigger defaults and widespread financial instability, highlighting the stark divide between the haves and have-nots in our economy.
What Bitcoin Did·The Commodity Shift, Credit Crisis & Bitcoin | Eric Yakes·Mar 24, 2026
“… matching, in my opinion. And maybe it is pattern. You know what, here's the problem. Well, again, it goes, so there was this thing I heard at a World Economic Forum thing a year and a half ago. I mentioned it on the show at the time. and raise the floor. It can help people do things they otherwise couldn't do, you know, at a basic level. Leo, you can make coating stuff that you maybe couldn't make. It can scale at the middle level. It can make you do something you do, but you can do a lot more of it. Or it can raise the ceiling. It can do things that you couldn't do, like this, like protein folding. It …”“… the inductive process where you go, well, we have all this information. Let's boil it down, boil it down. To go to the next step, the deductive process, and create a proof is actually, I think, very impressive, and I think non-trivial. It is not pattern matching, in my opinion. And maybe it is pattern. You know what, here's the problem. Well, again, it goes, so there was this thing I heard at a World Economic Forum thing a year and a half ago. I mentioned it on the show at the time. and raise the floor. It can help people do things they otherwise couldn't do, you know, at a basic level. Leo, you can make coating stuff that you maybe couldn't make. It can scale at the middle level. It can make you do something you do, but you can do a lot more of it. Or it can raise the ceiling. It can do things that you couldn't do, like this, like protein folding. It brings its power to solve those problems in ways that we thought we weren't capable of doing. That's really powerful. That's great. Love that. And I think, to me, this is some of the most interesting part of this whole thing. It also makes us think about what is our process. Maybe it is pattern matching when we create these deductive proofs, you know? …”View more
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AI might be capable of complex tasks like protein folding, but is it truly learning like humans do? This discussion dives into the nuances of AI's capabilities versus human intuition, revealing that what we consider high-level thinking may just be advanced pattern matching. The conversation highlights how both AI and humans can benefit from practice, turning abstract concepts into actionable skills.
In a surprising twist, building a new bridge actually leads to more traffic, contradicting common sense. Capitalists often overlook the potential for increased profits by failing to invest in infrastructure that could benefit them in the long run. This highlights a fundamental flaw in capitalist thinking: prioritizing immediate capital preservation over future growth opportunities.
Well There‘s Your Problem·Episode 196: The Ambassador Bridge·Mar 25, 2026
“… thing that I'm worried most about. However, I've never seen more excitement for the opportunities that are in front of us. So let's talk about in a world of AI, what are the skills that survive? So I really believe that everyone should build a little bit of a personal brand, not like to become an influencer, but position yourself with a group of people who know who you are and know what you do and could enroll you in their opportunity. Second one, if there's one skill set that everyone should be learning at the moment, it's how do entrepreneurs think? How do entrepreneurs behave? What are the …”“… Walmart-sized building somewhere. And those big ginormous computers, they last three to four years before they need to be replaced. And this year ahead, we're going to spend $650 billion, and that could cause a massive financial collapse. That's the thing that I'm worried most about. However, I've never seen more excitement for the opportunities that are in front of us. So let's talk about in a world of AI, what are the skills that survive? So I really believe that everyone should build a little bit of a personal brand, not like to become an influencer, but position yourself with a group of people who know who you are and know what you do and could enroll you in their opportunity. Second one, if there's one skill set that everyone should be learning at the moment, it's how do entrepreneurs think? How do entrepreneurs behave? What are the skills that make an entrepreneur successful? And entrepreneurs just simply follow six steps and we do it over and over and over again. And we'll go through there are six steps so are there any particular opportunities that you think that anybody listening right now could pursue to make money so i think one of the best opportunities is that is such …”View more
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In a shocking prediction, Daniel Priestley warns that plumbers could soon out-earn lawyers due to AI disruption. With the economy rapidly changing, he emphasizes the need for individuals to adapt by building personal brands and learning entrepreneurial skills. This moment is filled with both fear and unprecedented opportunities for those willing to innovate.
The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett·Daniel Priestley: Plumbers Will Earn More Than Lawyers! I Predicted 2008, Now I'm Warning About 2029·Mar 16, 2026
“… on it, fed a nation off of it. So what do you say to the people who are in town that say, hey, this is going to bring jobs, this is going to bring economic prosperity. I say they're a liar and the truth ain't in them, is what I say. It's a scam. For Delcia, scam or not, she says she's connected to her home like Scarlett O'Hara was in Gone with the Wind. As long as she was attached to that land, her spirit never would die. That's the exact same thing for me right here. As long as I'm on this land, as long as it's feeding me as long as it's taking care of me. There's nothing that can destroy me if …”“… away a $26 million offer to buy some of her land until you spend a little time with her walking the dirt road she grew up on and in the house her daddy built My grandfather and great and a whole bunch of family has all lived here for years, paid taxes on it, fed a nation off of it. So what do you say to the people who are in town that say, hey, this is going to bring jobs, this is going to bring economic prosperity. I say they're a liar and the truth ain't in them, is what I say. It's a scam. For Delcia, scam or not, she says she's connected to her home like Scarlett O'Hara was in Gone with the Wind. As long as she was attached to that land, her spirit never would die. That's the exact same thing for me right here. As long as I'm on this land, as long as it's feeding me as long as it's taking care of me. There's nothing that can destroy me if I've got this land. I actually just watched Gone with the Wind again a couple of weeks ago. I'm not sure Scarlett O'Hara is the comparison she wants to make in this case, but you see how deeply fell. We'll allow it. Brian will allow it. In the interest of whatever, we'll allow it. Meanwhile, this is another one of these AI updates that just casually …”View more
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Delcia Baer turned down a $26 million offer for her family land, insisting it's not just property but a part of her identity and legacy. She argues that promises of jobs and economic prosperity are deceptive, revealing a deep connection to her roots that money can't sever. This story illustrates the clash between economic development and personal heritage in today's society.
Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar·3/25/26: Ryan Smeared For Cuba Aid Trip, Newsom Flips On Israel Apartheid, Blackouts Imminent In US, Mortgage Rates Spike·Mar 25, 2026
“… We're just getting through an insane, insane, insane weekend when it comes to the war in Iran. It is coming home to everybody just how bad of an economic disaster and ongoing closure of the Strait of Hormuz is going to be, already is, but especially is going to be. And Donald Trump spent the weekend basically making incredibly grandiose threats against Iran anytime the markets weren't currently in operation, meaning all weekend long. And then as the markets prepared this morning to reopen again, suddenly backing off of all of those and basically saying, well, we'll give Iran one more work week, …”“… on the merits, just an opportunity for him to sit in front of a bunch of supposedly seized weapons and drugs and things like that and talk about what a good job fighting crime he's doing. More interesting because of when it's happening, right? We're just getting through an insane, insane, insane weekend when it comes to the war in Iran. It is coming home to everybody just how bad of an economic disaster and ongoing closure of the Strait of Hormuz is going to be, already is, but especially is going to be. And Donald Trump spent the weekend basically making incredibly grandiose threats against Iran anytime the markets weren't currently in operation, meaning all weekend long. And then as the markets prepared this morning to reopen again, suddenly backing off of all of those and basically saying, well, we'll give Iran one more work week, five more days of market activity to get their act together before we follow through on my threats of bombing Iran's energy infrastructure if they will not reopen the strait. so uh donald trump was going live this afternoon and it was uh it was going to be kind of interesting what he had to say about all of that and i'm not sure uh jvl before we …”View more
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Donald Trump made alarming threats against Iran this weekend, only to backtrack as markets prepared to reopen. Amid an ongoing economic crisis due to the war and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, his inconsistent messaging raises concerns about his leadership. The chaotic event left many questioning whether he has a coherent strategy for the escalating conflict.
Bulwark Takes·BREAKING: Trump Blames Hegseth for Iran War, Insults Widower·Mar 23, 2026
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There's a chance that if the ongoing crisis is resolved quickly, it could actually stimulate the economy instead of causing disaster. Predictions suggest oil prices could plummet from $160 to $80 if the situation stabilizes, which would encourage consumer spending. However, geopolitical tensions, especially with Iran, pose risks that could complicate this optimistic scenario.
The Glenn Beck Program·Best of the Program | Guest: Stu Burguiere | 3/20/26·Mar 20, 2026
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New York Governor Kathy Hochul is now begging wealthy residents to return after her policies drove them away, admitting that her party's decisions have caused pain for many. With high taxes driving out rich citizens, she acknowledges the competition from states with lower tax burdens and the impact of remote work. This startling honesty highlights the economic consequences of Democratic leadership in liberal states.
The Dan Bongino Show·Yes, It Is Happening (Ep. 2477)·Mar 20, 2026
“… because you don't know how much your investments are going to be worth. You don't know how much things are going to cost. You don't know how the world is going to change. You don't know how long you have or need to have this for. You don't know what the future will bring. You don't know what opportunities will happen. You don't know what crises will happen, et cetera, et cetera. so like definitely give yourself robust buffers is the first thing in all of this you know especially if you planning to like forego income and also give away money and also spend a bunch of money Careful agorists et …”“… cetera, but that's it. I would say, first of all, So I think people often make the mistake of trying to be too precise in how much money they need for a given purpose, especially when they're making investments. And then the idea of – oh, and then like because you don't know how much your investments are going to be worth. You don't know how much things are going to cost. You don't know how the world is going to change. You don't know how long you have or need to have this for. You don't know what the future will bring. You don't know what opportunities will happen. You don't know what crises will happen, et cetera, et cetera. so like definitely give yourself robust buffers is the first thing in all of this you know especially if you planning to like forego income and also give away money and also spend a bunch of money Careful agorists et cetera et cetera That the first one Second thing, keep in mind that different outcomes in the world cause you to have different circumstances yourself. If the bubble and AI were to burst, per se, and then AI were to not go anywhere for a while, then you would be in a position where you would need to go with a significant number a longer period …”View more
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To thrive in unpredictable economic scenarios, give yourself robust financial buffers. Zvi Mowshowitz emphasizes the importance of planning for various outcomes, such as potential AI market fluctuations, and stresses the need for flexibility in your investments and lifestyle choices.
"The Cognitive Revolution" | AI Builders, Researchers, and Live Player Analysis·Zvi's Mic Works! Recursive Self-Improvement, Live Player Analysis, Anthropic vs DoW + More!·Mar 19, 2026
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Most college graduates find themselves in jobs unrelated to their degrees, a reality that predates AI. This raises critical questions about our educational systems and how they prepare students for the workforce. It’s time to re-evaluate what and how we teach, especially in the face of evolving technologies like AI.
Intelligent Machines (Audio)·IM 862: Ménage à Claude - AI, Human Agency, and Economic Value·Mar 18, 2026
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AI is no longer the golden child of the stock market; the so-called 'Magnificent Seven' tech companies have turned into the 'Hateful Eight' as their stock prices plummet. In early 2026, major players like Microsoft and NVIDIA saw significant declines, indicating a shift in market sentiment towards AI investments. This reversal reflects a broader skepticism about AI's growth potential, contrasting sharply with the previous euphoria surrounding AI capital expenditures.
Plain English with Derek Thompson·"Yes, AI Is a Bubble. There Is No Question."·Mar 17, 2026
“… people are going to listen to the warning where do folks go? go to axios.com axios macro is a daily newsletter I write with Courtney Brown on global economic trends it's free every day at noon thank you sir appreciate you appreciate the reporting and the thinking I want to make sure everybody gets that it's free at axios I want to make sure everybody gets this article today about going over the fiscal cliff and everything associated with it. Also, I'm going to put up right after the show this Yahoo Finance article about insolvency. Like I said, it's not totally correct because I'm kind of looking at …”“… long-term contracts they did in their own currency with people hedging the risk is key. Neil, where do people get you over to Axios? What's your social media? You've been doing this for a long time and been pretty accurate in those years. eventually people are going to listen to the warning where do folks go? go to axios.com axios macro is a daily newsletter I write with Courtney Brown on global economic trends it's free every day at noon thank you sir appreciate you appreciate the reporting and the thinking I want to make sure everybody gets that it's free at axios I want to make sure everybody gets this article today about going over the fiscal cliff and everything associated with it. Also, I'm going to put up right after the show this Yahoo Finance article about insolvency. Like I said, it's not totally correct because I'm kind of looking at the balance sheet. I think unlike you would do it if you're using gap accounting. But the point they're trying to make and the point that the Wharton, I'm trying to get the Wharton guys on, if you can't do it this week at CPAC next week, to say there's maybe the $39 trillion is just What's the iceberg above the water? The part of the iceberg above …”View more
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The U.S. dollar's status as the world's prime reserve currency is under threat, especially with rising tensions involving Iran. As countries like China seek alternatives for oil trade, the urgency to move away from the dollar could accelerate, potentially weakening its global influence. This shift could have dire consequences for America's economy if not addressed promptly.
Bannon`s War Room·Episode 5242: America Is Closing In On A Fiscal Cliff·Mar 24, 2026
“… is Scott Besson so is the treasury secretary we could have included like five Scott Besson clips in here but we didn't have time like the two chief economic spokespeople for the White House Kevin Hassett and Scott Besson are the most out-of-touch fucking doofuses that I've ever seen talk for a White House. They work for a president who spends all of his time during a era of high prices talking about the gold leaf that he's procuring for the White House. How affordability is a hoax. And then we shouldn't we shouldn't let Trump off the hook. They're just being like, yeah, honestly, I thought it was …”“… white house has put out he at every opportunity steps on a rake like it may it is it's very possible that somewhere there's some democratic super PAC that books him on TV and he just assumes the White House is doing it because he's so bad I mean so is Scott Besson so is the treasury secretary we could have included like five Scott Besson clips in here but we didn't have time like the two chief economic spokespeople for the White House Kevin Hassett and Scott Besson are the most out-of-touch fucking doofuses that I've ever seen talk for a White House. They work for a president who spends all of his time during a era of high prices talking about the gold leaf that he's procuring for the White House. How affordability is a hoax. And then we shouldn't we shouldn't let Trump off the hook. They're just being like, yeah, honestly, I thought it was going to be so much worse. It's not bad. It not saying that near a gallon gas is not bad is just a historic gaffe There so many gaffes It's like the whole thing is like it is all the gaffe. The it's the exception. The second Trump administration has been one giant gaffe. Boy, what a painful fucking gaffe it's been. Yeah, it's a tough gaffe. It seems …”View more
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Calling the military conflict with Iran an 'excursion' is not just tone-deaf; it's a dangerous misunderstanding of the stakes involved. The Trump administration's economic advisors dismiss rising gas prices as a minor inconvenience, showcasing their disconnect from reality. This segment critiques the absurdity of their statements amidst a looming global energy crisis.
Pod Save America·The Worst Way to Spend $200 Billion·Mar 20, 2026
“… is a good idea. On the other hand, it's just hard for me. I, therefore, have sort of assumed he would, but because he's sensitive to markets and to economic forces. The foreign policy types, though, and some of the Trump military types are all they seem all in. You know, I'm a little perplexed about which way he he which, you know, and also the megalomania. I think it's gone to his head. So which which way which is the bigger is the prudence that led to the talk going on tariffs? Ultimately, does that win out or does the megalomania that led him to do this in the first place, which was first that …”“… they have some, well, who knows how much influence they have with Trump, but, I mean, they have some, presumably. And a lot of economists, presumably people he knows, are telling him, you know, maybe a little bit ending this sooner rather than later is a good idea. On the other hand, it's just hard for me. I, therefore, have sort of assumed he would, but because he's sensitive to markets and to economic forces. The foreign policy types, though, and some of the Trump military types are all they seem all in. You know, I'm a little perplexed about which way he he which, you know, and also the megalomania. I think it's gone to his head. So which which way which is the bigger is the prudence that led to the talk going on tariffs? Ultimately, does that win out or does the megalomania that led him to do this in the first place, which was first that one day with Iran in June was great. The drug votes went, from his point of view, well. I mean, the reaction wasn't as great as he might have feared. And I don't know if it had any effect on drug use in the U.S., but I mean, he got away with it. Let's put it that way. Venezuela went well. And I think that very much contributed to him doing what he's …”View more
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The critical question looms: will Trump choose to escalate military action in Iran or seek a diplomatic resolution? Analysts suggest that economic pressures could influence his decision, with European and Japanese allies eager for a peaceful outcome. However, Trump's unpredictable nature raises concerns about whether he will prioritize economic prudence or his own ambitions.
Bulwark Takes·The Economic Consequences of Trump’s Iran War (w/ Catherine Rampell)·Mar 22, 2026
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Forcing kids to leave home at 18 is a misguided idea, especially in today's economy. Rising living costs and student debt make it nearly impossible for young adults to thrive financially on their own, unlike in the past. The structural changes in housing and education have created a landscape where saving for the future is a distant dream for many young people.
The Matt Walsh Show·Ep. 1753 - Why Kicking Your Kids Out at 18 Is Actually INSANE·Mar 20, 2026
“… in New York, in Connecticut? I have a really brilliant colleague at Hoover, Josh Rowe. I think you know Josh. Yeah. He wasn't the head of the Trump economic advisors in the first term for a while. Yes. Very prominent. And he wrote a very incisive article calibrating what California is going to lose in revenue by exiling these billionaires. And it's in the 20, 30, 40 billion dollar range. It's scary. It's going to cost the state a lot of money. But you know what happening is it kind of reminding me of 1850s in the United States when the Missouri Compromise and all of these great compromises really …”“… but the belief is that Starbucks is actually getting thousands of spaces now in Tennessee and as a precursor, it seems, to moving the whole damn operation. There's no proof that it's re—but why would a corporation stay in Seattle, in New Jersey, in New York, in Connecticut? I have a really brilliant colleague at Hoover, Josh Rowe. I think you know Josh. Yeah. He wasn't the head of the Trump economic advisors in the first term for a while. Yes. Very prominent. And he wrote a very incisive article calibrating what California is going to lose in revenue by exiling these billionaires. And it's in the 20, 30, 40 billion dollar range. It's scary. It's going to cost the state a lot of money. But you know what happening is it kind of reminding me of 1850s in the United States when the Missouri Compromise and all of these great compromises really made the situation worse because they created this self of settlers and places like Missouri especially But every state that was a potential border state, whether it was Kentucky or Missouri, or as Joe Biden bragged about his Delaware being a slave state, I think it was a border state, people started to self-select to go try to move and change the …”View more
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Major corporations like Yamaha and ExxonMobil are abandoning blue states for more favorable environments, sparking fears of significant economic losses. As blue states face rising taxes and declining revenues, the trend mirrors historical migrations that intensified regional polarization. This exodus could cost states like California billions, raising questions about the future of their economies.
Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words·The Merits of Joe Kent’s Resignation, the Democrats’ Anti-Israel Shift, and America’s Blue-State Decline | Victor Davis Hanson·Mar 19, 2026
