Best Recess Theory Podcasts (2025)

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The Truth About the Sex Recession, Pleasure Myths & the Female Desire Gap | Emily Morse (Fan Fav) 1:39:17

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This is a Fan Fav episode. Emily Morse is the sex expert and host of the wildly popular podcast, Sex with Emily. If talking about sex is super uncomfortable and embarrassing for you, or if you can’t talk about it enough, Emily is the go to sex therapist and sex educator of this generation. Removing the shame of sex and giving people the information…

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Capitalism, Socialism, or Chaos? Your Guide to Navigating Economic Downturns | The Tom Bilyeu Show 1:03:49

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Welcome back to Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu! In today’s special Q&A deep dive, Tom and co-host Drew respond directly to your hottest takes and burning questions inspired by their recent viral video, “The Things That Happened Right Before Collapse.” Together, they tackle wide-ranging topics—exploring America’s mounting debt crisis, inflation, the …

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The million dollar mystery behind Milk.com 20:41

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When we stumbled upon Milk.com, we were mystified. It appears to be someone’s personal website. But memorable domain names can be worth a million dollars or more. So, why is someone using this valuable internet real estate to post their resume and favorite recipes? Back in the internet’s early days, it was easy to get a domain name. They were cheap…

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How to Go From Homeless to Millionaire with Zero Connections or Capital | Jay Samit (Fan Fav) 55:47

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This is a fan fav episode. In this episode, Jay Samit reveals his latest book, Future Proofing You, and the experiment he ran with a young kid from the UK. He mentored this kid once a week and watched him go from nearly homeless to millionaire in his experiment to show this is possible for anyone regardless of your resources. In this interview, Jay…

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Ex-Navy SEAL on Grit, Leadership & Becoming the Most Dangerous Version of Yourself | Rich Diviney (Fan Fav) 43:02

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This is a fan fav episode. Are you stumbling through life, finding it difficult to push back when needed or take control of situations? If so, it may be time for you to strengthen your mental fortitude, begin developing leadership attributes, and start living life with a badass attitude. On this episode of Impact Theory, Tom Bilyeu is joined by aut…

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119 Puller - Roadside Monument Split EP 1:24:40

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Thematic Investing in an Age of Global Entropy | Marvin Barth 50:43

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In Episode 437 of Hidden Forces, Demetri Kofinas speaks with Marvin Barth, founder of Thematic Markets and former Chief Economist for International Affairs at the U.S. Treasury, who previously served at the Federal Reserve and the Bank for International Settlements and has led global macro and FX strategy on both the sell side and the buy side. Mar…

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Why Emotional Weakness Destroys Men—and How to Take Power Back | Robert Greene (Fan Fav) 1:43:17

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This is a fan fav episode. On this episode of Conversations with Tom, Tom Bilyeu is joined by New York Times and international bestselling author Robert Greene to discuss such matters and more as they explore why today, more than ever, we need to be sharply aware of the political and cultural environments that seek to condition our minds and force …

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“Apple's Dependence on China Is Hard to Overstate”: An Interview With Patrick McGee 58:26

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This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.driftsignal.com Manufacturing has become the defining battleground of 21st-century economic competition. China's transformation from assembly hub to advanced manufacturing superpower didn't happen by accident; it emerged from strategic choices about industrial policy, workforce devel…

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What No One Wants to Admit About Boys, Gender Roles & Fatherhood | Warren Farrell (Fan Fav) 1:34:57

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This is a fan fav episode. We are living through interesting times where gender roles are an ongoing heated discussion. Tempers and passion flare from all sides, but what we cannot ignore is the damage being done to both boys and girls. There have been intense movements that even though they are noble they have caused damage along the way socially …

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Lisa Cook and the fight for the Fed 22:49

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The Federal Reserve has been under intense pressure from President Donald Trump as he pushes for more control over the historically independent agency. The Fed is tasked with keeping inflation and unemployment under control, and it’s supposed to be insulated from politics so it can do whatever is necessary for the economy. But Trump has been openly…

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The Truth Behind Fiscal Dominance 29:12

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Alf and Brent discuss the latest attempt from Trump to gain more control over the Fed, and the implications this might have on multiple asset classes. They also discuss the JPY and the political situation in France.By Alfonso Peccatiello & Brent Donnelly

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Apple’s $20 Billion AI Blunder and Why Tim Cook is Losing the Innovation War | The Tom Bilyeu Show 1:00:18

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Welcome back to Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu! In this lively episode, Tom is joined by his co-host Drew for a candid deep-dive into the most pressing issues shaping tech, culture, and society right now. Kicking things off, Tom takes Apple to task for missing out on AI innovation, arguing that mere incremental improvements aren’t enough in a world …

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Trump vs The Fed, Flag Burning, Cartel Wars, and Cracker Barrel: What It Means for Your Freedom | The Tom Bilyeu Show 58:19

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Welcome back to Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu, where today's episode dives into some of the most controversial and thought-provoking headlines making waves in America right now. Tom and co-host Drew break down Trump’s ongoing maneuvers—his attempt to oust a Fed board member, his executive order against flag burning, and even his push to nationalize…

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Andrew Huberman: OnlyFans Is Hijacking Your Brain - Fake Intimacy, Real Consequences PT 2 1:14:05

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In Part 2 of this explosive conversation, Tom Bilyeu continues his deep dive with Dr. Andrew Huberman, unraveling not just the biological and social traps ensnaring men, but the actionable steps required to break free. If Part 1 exposed the crisis, Part 2 provides a roadmap back to purpose, agency, and authentic accomplishment. The conversation shi…

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Summer School 8: Graduation LIVE! 30:48

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Get your own personalized summer school diploma here. Today on our final episode of Summer School 2025, we will test your knowledge. We will salute the unsung heroes of government service. And we will pick our valedictorian from among you of the class of 2025. Editorial Note: President Trump attempted to fire Lisa Cook, a Biden appointee to the Fed…

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Andrew Huberman: OnlyFans Is Hijacking Your Brain - Fake Intimacy, Real Consequences PT 1 1:19:24

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In this eye-opening first half of Impact Theory’s sit down with Dr. Andrew Huberman, acclaimed neuroscientist and host of the Huberman Lab podcast, Tom Bilyeu tackles the hidden—and not-so-hidden—forces rewiring the male mind in the digital age. If you’ve wondered why so many men are feeling demotivated, anxious, or isolated, Dr. Huberman’s explana…

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The Great Rebalancing: Why Debt, Demographics, and Politics Will Crush Forward Returns | Sony Kapoor 58:06

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In Episode 436 of Hidden Forces, Demetri Kofinas speaks with economist, policy adviser, and investor Sony Kapoor about why developed world demographics, debt, and political sclerosis will crush forward returns for investors who fail to rebalance their portfolios for the new investment paradigm. Kapoor and Kofinas spend the first hour of their conve…

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America’s Red Flags: Tom’s 5-Step Playbook to Survive Turbulent Times | Tom Bilyeu Deep Dive 49:00

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Tom Bilyeu delivers a powerful deep dive into the warning signs of societal collapse that are blinking red across America. He draws on lessons from history—citing the downfalls of the Roman Empire, the USSR, Argentina, and more—to show how debt spirals, the hollowing out of the middle class, collapsing trust, and rising populism are patterns we've …

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Run It Hot Hot Hot 35:01

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Alf and Brent discuss the surprising Jackson Hole speech in which Powell opened up to interest rate cuts already in September. Markets are reacting strongly, but the real question is what should we expect if Trump runs the economy hot alongside a dovish Fed in 2026?By Alfonso Peccatiello & Brent Donnelly

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Buy discount Ozempic here now click this link 32:06

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In the past couple years, demand has gone wild for drugs like Ozempic – and its cousins, Zepbound, Wegovy, and Mounjaro. For people who had never been able to lose weight before, suddenly the numbers on the scale were plummeting. And everybody wanted to get their hands on them. Now, in most industries, if a product goes viral like this, it’s a gold…

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118 Noggin Toboggan - Snapcase 1:45:57

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Jay and Clifton get swept off in a sugar-crashing rush by Noggin Toboggan’s Snapcase, a record that asks: what if MXPX had no oversight except a youth pastor?Also check out our appearance on the Jesus Stole Our Movies podcast, with former guests Donovan and Zac, where we discuss The Last Temptation of Christ!…

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From French Revolution to China’s Rise: What Every American Needs to Know Now | The Tom Bilyeu Show LIVE 44:50

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From the unpredictable state of the global economy and the looming threats to the middle class, to hard-hitting takes on inflation, asset management, and the very real dangers of deficit spending—nothing is off the table. Tom unpacks why the erosion of the middle class is destabilizing society, shares timeless investment advice that goes beyond mar…

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America Under Occupation: Truth, Power, & Imperial Decline | Jonathan Kirshner 1:48:47

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Episode 435 is the eighth episode in the Hundred Year Pivot podcast series. In it, Demetri Kofinas and Grant Williams speak with leading realist scholar Jonathan Kirshner about how eroding cultural norms, weakened political guardrails, deepening polarization, and the collapse of shared narratives and belief structures are leading to a break-down in…

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MrBeast Backlash, Streamer Dies on Air, & Trump’s Alaska Flex on Putin | The Tom Bilyeu Show 1:11:25

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Tom Bilyeu and Producer Drew dive headfirst into the week’s most controversial headlines and social flashpoints. From Trump’s theatrical show of force with Putin in Alaska and diplomatic strategies around the Russia-Ukraine conflict, to France’s far-right politics under Marine Le Pen, the conversation pulls back the curtain on global power plays an…

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Hasan Piker x Tom Bilyeu: Why Gen Z Is Turning to Socialism - The Battle Over Banking, Inflation & the American Dream PT 2 1:01:17

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In Part 2 of our electrifying conversation with Hasan Piker, Tom and Hasan move from the theoretical to the practical—zeroing in on public policy, the mechanics of innovation, and the often-contentious debate over what works, what doesn’t, and why. As they continue their deep dive, the discussion shifts to unionization, globalization, and the reali…

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Summer School 7: Trade blocks and blockages 39:21

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Tariffs are the favorite tool of our current president, but there are lots of other ways that governments insert themselves into the free exchange of goods and services. Some of these trade barriers are so insidious and have been going on for so long that it may surprise you that they even exist. We bring you the classic story of what happens when …

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Hasan Piker x Tom Bilyeu: Why Gen Z Is Turning to Socialism - The Battle Over Banking, Inflation & the American Dream PT 1 51:22

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Welcome to a provocative two-part special on "Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu" featuring Hasan Piker, the fearless streamer, progressive commentator, and cultural critic known for his passionate takes on economics, politics, and the future of America. In Part 1 of this episode, Tom and Hasan pull no punches as they dive into the resurgent interest in…

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How to Get Rich in the AI Gold Rush: Tom’s No-BS Playbook to Win Big - And Keep the Gains | Tom Bilyeu Deep Dive 46:56

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Welcome to this episode of Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu, where Tom takes us on an urgent deep dive into one of the most pivotal moments in our economic and technological history. Remember the internet boom of the late '90s, when overnight millionaires were made and fortunes were built at lightning speed? Tom argues that we’re now living through an…

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How to Save Humanity From Collapse, Cults, and Collective Rage | Jamie Wheal (Fan Fav) 51:36

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This is a Fan Fav episode. This episode today takes the plunge and leans off the edge with Jamie Wheal unpacking the depth and complexities he’s addressing in his latest book, Recapture the Rapture. The conversation is heavy and will challenge you to rethink your stance and what leaning into our global community could be for you. ORIGINAL AIR DATE:…

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When our inflation infeelings don’t match the CPI 31:55

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For most Americans, we just lived through the highest period of inflation in our lives. And we are reminded of this every time we go grocery shopping. All over TikTok, tons of people have posted videos of how little they got for… $20. $40. $100. Most upsetting to us: an $8 box of Cinnamon Toast Crunch. Food prices are almost 30% higher than they we…

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Trump Puts DC In Federal Control, Sam Altman And Elon Musk Continue Their Beef & Male Cheerleaders | Tom Bilyeu Show LIVE 1:32:38

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What's up, guys? Today I’ve got a can’t-miss episode for you. We are diving into the wild crossroads of politics, tech, and culture with my co-host Drew, and let me tell you—the world is getting crazier by the day. We’re talking DC under federal control, Trump’s latest moves, and why Ray Dalio says real estate might not be the American dream anymor…

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Trump’s Takeover, AI’s Future, and the Race for Control in a Chaotic World | The Tom Bilyeu Show 1:12:02

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Welcome back to Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu! In this episode, Tom is joined by co-host Drew for an unfiltered conversation covering the latest political power plays, global tensions, and controversies shaking up America and beyond. The team dives into Trump’s dramatic maneuvers in D.C., the implications of National Guard deployments, and what’s r…

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Inside the CIA: Andrew & Jihi Bustamante Expose Government Spin, Honeypots, Epstein Questions & Lines the U.S. Won’t Cross PT 2 1:17:48

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In Part 2 of this electrifying episode, Tom, Andrew, and Jihi Bustamante journey even deeper into the modern intelligence labyrinth—where fact, fiction, and agenda collide. The Bustamantes not only expose sobering truths about personal privacy, data, and AI, but also provide an insider look at how CIA tradecraft and manipulation work at both the in…

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Summer School 6: When the markets need a designer 36:10

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In economics, a market is a place (even virtual) where buyers and sellers meet to exchange goods or services. Economists love markets. It's like all of our supply and demand graphs have come to life. Almost everything you buy goes through some sort of marketplace—your cup of coffee came from trading in the bean markets. Your spouse might have come …

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Inside the CIA: Andrew & Jihi Bustamante Expose Government Spin, Honeypots, Epstein Questions & Lines the U.S. Won’t Cross PT 1 1:00:52

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Tom sits down with two extraordinary guests: Andrew and Jihi Bustamante, elite intelligence professionals and co-authors of "Shadow Cell." Andrew, a former covert CIA officer and founder of Everyday Spy, and Jihi, a master targeter, pull back the curtain on the murky world of espionage, information warfare, and the complex dance between truth and s…

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God Mode: The Technological Battle for Global Domination | Bruno Maçães 1:00:52

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In Episode 434 of Hidden Forces, Demetri Kofinas speaks with Bruno Maçães, a geopolitical strategist and the former Minister of European Affairs for Portugal, whose latest book titled "World Builders" explores the intersection of technology and geopolitics. In the first hour, Bruno puts forward a radical new theory of geopolitics and technology tha…

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The Broken American Dream: The Truth About Inequality No One Wants to Say Out Loud | Tom Bilyeu Deep Dive 43:37

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Tom Bilyeu takes us on a no-holds-barred deep dive into the economic systems shaping our world—and the brutal realities behind rising inequality and declining prosperity. Why do some countries thrive while others spiral into poverty? Is our current system rigged beyond repair, or do we still have the power to course-correct? Drawing on hard-hitting…

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Ed Mylett: The One Habit, One Belief & One Day That Could Change Everything (Fan Fav) 1:01:28

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This is a Fan Fav episode. Ed Mylett’s experience with his father isn’t the kind of experience people anticipate success to be on the other side of, yet he’s joining Tom for a second time to discuss the reason he wrote his new book, The Power of One More: The Ultimate Guide to Happiness and Success, following the loss of his father. If you’re in a …

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What happens when governments cook the books 34:51

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After President Trump fired the head of the Bureau of Labor Statistics, economists and statisticians across the board were horrified. Because the firing raises the spectre of potential manipulation – and it raises the worry that, in the future, the numbers won't be as trustworthy. So: we looked at two countries that have some experience with data m…

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Is The Fed Ready To Capitulate Dovish? 33:46

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Alf and Brent discuss the weak labor market data and the likely Fed reaction function. The duo also reflects on how you might be right on the macro idea, but market pricing at inception of your trade matters sometimes more than whether you were directionally right or wrong.By Alfonso Peccatiello & Brent Donnelly

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Why NYC and California Are Dying, The AI Gold Rush, Civil War at the Border, China’s Spy Grid Expands, and The Fast Food Apocalypse | The Tom Bilyeu Show LIVE 1:13:48

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In this dynamic and thought-provoking conversation, Tom is joined by his regular co-host Producer Drew and DJ Mason as they dive deep into the rapidly changing landscape shaped by technology, AI, and economic disruption. This episode pulls no punches as Tom unpacks how artificial intelligence and automation are transforming entire industries—from f…

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Failed State: Inside Britain’s Governance Crisis | Sam Freedman 55:05

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In Episode 433 of Hidden Forces, Demetri Kofinas speaks with Sam Freedman, a former senior policy advisor in the UK's Department for Education, political analyst, and the author of "Failed State," a timely exploration of the deep-rooted dysfunction within British governance and how to fix it. In their conversation, Sam Freedman examines the origins…

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Why Central Bankers Hate Bitcoin, Congress Lies, and the Culture War Is About to Explode | The Tom Bilyeu Show 1:24:53

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Tom and co-host Drew dive deep into the week’s most explosive headlines—from Trump’s bold moves on the global stage, including nuclear posturing and ultimatums to Russia, to Senator Warren’s controversial takes on taxing the rich and the very real repercussions that could have on cities like New York. The conversation pulls no punches, breaking dow…

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117 This Train - You're Soaking In It 1:14:21

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Jay and Clifton get lured in by a punky Amy Grant cover, only to wake up in a double wide with pink flamingos, Mr. Rogers, and some surprisingly solid songwriting.By Clifton Stuckey

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Dave Rubin: Why the Culture War Is Escalating, the Left Abandoned Freedom & the Right Found Purpose | PT 2 51:49

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Picking up where they left off, Tom and Dave tackle the hard realities of economic instability, debt spirals, and the perilous connection between populist narrative battles and actual policy. The duo examine what’s at stake as America approaches its 250th anniversary, questioning what national values and stories we ought to anchor in—and how those …

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Summer School 5: The many ways governments influence industry 36:21

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LIVE SHOW: August 18th in Brooklyn. Tickets here. Traditional economics says the market is guided by the forces of supply and demand. Customers decide what they want to buy, and private enterprise responds to that need. So what makes government think that it's smarter than capitalism? Why offer tax breaks to Hollywood or incentives to build silicon…

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Dave Rubin: Why the Culture War Is Escalating, the Left Abandoned Freedom & the Right Found Purpose | PT 1 43:29

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Known for his sharp insights on media, identity, and the shape of the American conversation, Dave joins Joe just as he's about to head "off the grid" for a month-long digital detox—making this one of his final interviews before a complete unplug. Together, Tom and Dave dive into the rise of the "woke right," the evolution of right-wing populism, an…

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Why “Tax the Rich” Won’t Save You—The Brutal Truth About Inflation, Debt & the Disappearing Middle Class | Tom Bilyeu Deep Dive 43:57

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In today’s episode, Tom and Producer Drew dive into the passionate—and sometimes heated—comments from their recent deep dive on taxes and economic inequality. Using your thought-provoking feedback as a springboard, Tom tackles the emotional debate around whether the rich are paying their fair share, why taxes hit the poor and middle class hardest, …

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Investing in a World of Permanent Stimulus | Vincent Deluard 58:19

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In Episode 432 of Hidden Forces, Demetri Kofinas speaks with Vincent Deluard, Director of Global Macro Strategy at StoneX Group, where he advises large institutional investors on asset allocation, economic forecasting, and quantitative modeling informed by historical patterns and structural economic analysis. Vincent Deluard and Demetri spend the f…