Until now, you probably haven’t associated infertility with the collapse of our global population. From the U.S. to India, to South Korea, Canada, the U.K. and more, fertility rates are reaching critical levels. Humans now meet 3 criterias for being an endangered species. If that doesn’t have you totally rattled yet, our guest today, Dr. Shanna Swan, epidemiologist best known for research she published in 2017 which set off alarms and caught the attention of major media and scholars around the w...
Jun 17, 2024•2 hr 8 min•Ep. 1347
With U.S. inflation rates being reported over 9%, having the knowledge and strategy to be prepared and survive the next recession is a must! There are elements that make the times we are living through feel unique, but cycles repeat whether they are economic or dysfunctional family cycles. If you’re struggling financially to keep up with inflation, just lost your job, or you’re trying to figure how to do more than survive these uncertain times, this video is for you. In this episode, Ramit Sethi...
Jun 15, 2024•2 hr 8 min•Ep. 1346
Welcome back to part two with Donald Hoffman. In this episode, we take a deep exploration into the nature of reality, consciousness, and the very fabric of spacetime itself. Donald Hoffman challenges our conventional understanding of the world, proposing revolutionary ideas that our perceptions are mere virtual realities crafted by evolution to guide adaptive behavior rather than reveal the objective truth. We delve into quantum entanglement, the concept of local realism, and the tantalizing mys...
Jun 14, 2024•2 hr 19 min•Ep. 1344
Welcome back to Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu. Today, we're diving into a mind-bending conversation with cognitive scientist and physicist, Donald Hoffman. In this episode, we take a deep exploration into the nature of reality, consciousness, and the very fabric of spacetime itself. Donald Hoffman challenges our conventional understanding of the world, proposing revolutionary ideas that our perceptions are mere virtual realities crafted by evolution to guide adaptive behavior rather than reveal ...
Jun 13, 2024•2 hr 12 min•Ep. 1343
Welcome back to part 2 of this thought-provoking episode with Vivek Ramaswamy! Dive deeper with us into our thought-provoking discussion that navigates through the intricacies of societal values, political unity, and the enduring importance of mutual respect and personal accountability. Don't miss out on the final part of this super interesting conversation with Vivek Ramaswamy as we explore what it truly means to move our society forward, together. And if you're loving the Impact Theory Podcast...
Jun 12, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 1342
Welcome to another thought-provoking episode of Impact Theory, I’m Tom Bilyeu! In today’s episode, Vivek Ramaswamy and I are dissecting the pressing issues facing our society today, including corruption in politics, the media, and the justice system. Vivek Ramaswamy is an entrepreneur, politician, and a former candidate for the Republican Party nomination in the 2024 United States presidential election. He’s also an outspoken critic of what he views as prosecutorial abuse and the politicization ...
Jun 11, 2024•2 hr 41 min•Ep. 1341
The banking crisis we’re experiencing has us at a tipping point we can’t ignore. Hopefully it's causing you to be more thoughtful about money, what it really is, how it works, and how you can better leverage it. The banking system is set up in a way that encourages hyperinflation and incentivizes more debt and investment strategies as a hedge against inflation. The current $8 trillion dollar bailout package happening over the last three years is 10 times over the 2008 bailouts! This is for sure ...
Jun 10, 2024•2 hr 12 min•Ep. 1340
Roughly 1% of the world is said to be millionaires, and the fraction of the worldwide population that are billionaires are even fewer. So, no bullsh*t, what does it take to become a billionaire, or even a millionaire. The answer comes down to habits and mindset. Ultra-successful people think and move differently from everyone else. You may have heard Jim Rohn’s quote, “successful people do what unsuccessful people are not willing to do.” This applies across the board. If billion dollar status is...
Jun 08, 2024•2 hr 50 min•Ep. 1338
In today’s era of ever-accelerating change, it might seem impossible to predict the future with any degree of accuracy. Likewise, it might be easy to assume that the only way to do so is through sophisticated AI algorithms and data science. Incredibly, Jane McGonigal and her colleagues at Institute for the Future have been able to predict several of today’s most disruptive trends as much as ten years in advance. Through her innovative use of alternate reality games, hyper-specific journaling tec...
Jun 07, 2024•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 1337
On Today's Episode: A new year is quickly approaching and the only question now is what should you be doing now to become a millionaire in 2023? If financial literacy wasn’t a class you were offered before graduating high school and no one in your family or personal life is qualified to give you the education you lack around building wealth and getting rich, then lean in and listen up. By the end of this episode you should have at least 3 things you can start focusing on DOING immediately to rea...
Jun 06, 2024•3 hr 42 min•Ep. 1336
Welcome back to part 2 of this jam-packed episode with Sam Harris! We continue addressing hot-button topics like homelessness, the balance between free information flow and preserving democracy, and the critical importance of the peaceful transfer of power. We also dissect the ever-evolving influence of independent and social media on public perception, highlighting the dangers of misinformation, and the struggles of effectively communicating polarizing topics. Don't miss out on the final part o...
Jun 05, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 1335
Welcome to another insightful episode of Impact Theory, I’m Tom Bilyeu! In today’s episode, I’m joined by Sam Harris to discuss the profound impact of cognitive biases on decision-making and explore the nuanced interplay between truth, misinformation, and societal trust. Sam Harris is a neuroscientist, philosopher, best-selling author, and podcast host whose work focuses on how a growing understanding of ourselves and the world is changing our sense of how we should live. In this episode, we tac...
Jun 04, 2024•49 min•Ep. 1334
If you’re one that avoids economic news, politics, and global matters you may want to pause and lean into this conversation as an objective view of reality with historical context. These are scary uncertain times we’re living through with an entire banking system failing, politics with one agenda to divide the country, and the battle for global power. With the economic crisis unfolding before us, you have a decision to make on how you respond in this moment. No one can tell you what is best for ...
Jun 03, 2024•2 hr 3 min•Ep. 1333
On this episode of Conversations with Tom, Tom is joined by Evolutionary Biologist Heather Heying to discuss such matters and more as they explore today’s society and the undeniable biological differences between men and women, how each sex has a unique and powerful role in societies, and why in today’s modern age, culture wars has eroded trust in objective truth. They discuss today’s social movements and the harmful consequences of letting them go too far, the differences between men and women ...
Jun 01, 2024•2 hr 17 min•Ep. 1331
We live in a universe filled with awe and wonderment so much so that scientists of all disciplines have been exploring the world around us for hundreds of years. Although we have made great advances there is still an immeasurable gap in what there is left to discover. Alex Filippenko joins we today to share his vast knowledge as an astrophysicist that has been exploring fundamental physics, black holes, galaxies and more for over 40 years. He breaks down quantum entanglement and the expanding un...
May 31, 2024•2 hr 2 min•Ep. 1330
The launch of ChatGPT broke records in consecutive months between December 2022 and February 2023. Over 1 billion users a month for ChatGPT, over 100,000 users and $45 million in revenue for Jasper A.I., and the race to adopting A.I. at scale has begun. Does the global adoption of artificial intelligence have you concerned or apprehensive about what’s to come? On one hand it’s easy to get caught up in the possibilities of co-existing with A.I. living the enhanced upgraded human experience. We al...
May 30, 2024•1 hr 27 min•Ep. 1329
Welcome back to part 2 of this interesting debate between Sam Harris and Konstantin Kisin. We continue to dive into the impact of misinformation and the need for critical thinking in today's complex landscape – from addressing controversial figures to defending Western values, we explore the power of truth, the challenges of social media, and the quest for meaningful discourse in a world filled with noise. These insights will inspire you to navigate the information age with clarity and purpose. ...
May 29, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 1328
Welcome to another intense episode of Impact Theory, I’m Tom Bilyeu! In today’s episode, I’m joined by Sam Harris and Konstantin Kisin to dive deep and debate the pressing issues surrounding misinformation, corruption, credibility, and the societal impact of distorted realities. Sam Harris is a neuroscientist, philosopher, best-selling author, and podcast host whose work focuses on how a growing understanding of ourselves and the world is changing our sense of how we should live. Konstantin Kisi...
May 28, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 1327
With talks of a global recession on the rise, there is no better time to put your growth mindset to work. Are you ready to revolutionize the way you think about money, inflation and the impending recession? Chief Executive Money Nerd at Minority Mindset Companies from Punjab, India, Jaspreet Singh has been putting in the work to spread financial education and opportunity on YouTube for years. The goal of this episode is to get you to understand what money really is and give you the knowledge you...
May 27, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 1326
Some people are more motivated by bad news while others are paralyzed in fear. Bret Weinstein and Heather Heying are two Evolutionary Biologists that give you the facts, discoveries and observations as they see it. Tom reads a direct quote from their latest book that says, “We are headed for collapse. Civilization is becoming incoherent around us.” Bret and Heather break down fundamental ideas behind what humans have learned from evolution for thousands of years, how corrupt the science communit...
May 25, 2024•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 1324
If you haven’t tuned into the news lately, you may be living in a peaceful and unique environment. Turning on the news these days can literally induce stress and anxiety as you try to digest the total sum of horrifying events that are changing the world you live in Burying your head in the sand and being oblivious is always an option you can choose to do, but that will likely leave you unprepared for what’s coming. Ray Dalio is the founder and co-Chairman of Bridgewater Associates, as well as a ...
May 24, 2024•2 hr 34 min•Ep. 1323
The meteoric rise of Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies over the past years just goes to show that even something as ubiquitous as money is ripe for disruption. And even though crypto is a space that many of us are just beginning to understand, its principles call into question the validity of the existing fiat monetary system. In his latest book, The Fiat Standard: The Debt Slavery Alternative to Human Civilization, Dr. Saifedean Ammous sets out to do just that. Using the first principles think...
May 23, 2024•2 hr 38 min•Ep. 1322
Welcome back to part 2 of this thought-provoking conversation with Sadia Khan! Get ready to dive deeper as we examine the delicate balance of power between men and women in relationships; the impact of technology on our mental health and personal development; and the possibility of a future where emerging technologies could redefine human relationships and societal norms. Sadia also continues to challenge you to confront difficult truths about the influence of pornography on sexual expectations ...
May 22, 2024•2 hr 38 min•Ep. 1321
Welcome to another insightful episode of Impact Theory, I’m Tom Bilyeu! In today’s episode, Sadia Khan is back to go deep into the complexities and delicate power dynamics of modern relationships. Sadia is a psychologist and relationship expert known for her controversial viewpoints when it comes to modern dating and the roles men and women are taking in it. And in this episode we’re exploring the nuances of consent, attraction, and the subtle contracts that often exist between partners. We also...
May 21, 2024•2 hr 50 min•Ep. 1320
Being one of the greatest investors in history, Ray Dalio could have easily retired into a life of ease, wealth and comfort. Instead, he has devoted his life to explaining the principles that made him successful. On this episode of Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu, Ray Dalio details precisely how to implement radical transparency, explains how to get past your ego barrier and your blind spots, and shares the secrets to having freedom and a life worth savoring while at the same time achieving crushi...
May 20, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 1319
Tom Bilyeu and Lisa Bilyeu (@lisabilyeu) dive into topics such as, living with a partner with a serious illness, why you should be skeptical of a doctor's practice, and choosing empathy over sympathy when your partner feels down. [Original air date: Aug 2, 2017]. Tom Bilyeu is the co-founder of 2014 Inc. 500 company Quest Nutrition — a unicorn startup valued at over $1 billion — and the co-founder and host of Impact Theory. Impact Theory is a first-of-its-kind company designed to facilitate glob...
May 18, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 1318
Tom Bilyeu and Cindy Okereke (@essenceofcin) answer questions from the Impact Theory community. Some topics include: *Journaling to gain self-awareness *Strategic breakdown of how to bring a product to market *Tom's favorite sources for news intake *Questions to ask yourself when deciding the best direction for your goals *And more... [Original air date: August 13, 2017]. FOLLOW TOM: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en Twitter: https...
May 17, 2024•56 min•Ep. 1316
Permeable blood brain barrier and gut barrier connected to inflammation and autoimmunity diseases is enough to make anyone’s head spin. Dealing with these health conditions can be frightening and endless. Your body’s reaction to proteins and your immune response can be highly frustrating when you’re being instructed to follow “protocols” and standards of treatment. If you or someone you love has felt betrayed living a standard healthy lifestyle only to fall prey to gut issues, autoimmune disease...
May 16, 2024•1 hr•Ep. 1315
Welcome back to part 2 of this thought-provoking episode with journalist and NYT best selling author Annie Jacobsen! Our discussion continues into the chilling realm of nuclear weapons and global security. We dive deep into the urgent need for nuclear disarmament and the powerful forces at play in global politics, the urgent need for nuclear disarmament, the potential perils of technological advancements in warfare, and the ethical considerations of military strategies that remain as relevant to...
May 15, 2024•2 hr 46 min•Ep. 1314
Welcome to another thought-provoking episode of Impact Theory, I’m Tom Bilyeu! In today’s episode, I’m joined by investigative journalist and NYT best-selling author Annie Jacobsen to dive deep into the complex and chilling world of nuclear weapons and global politics. Annie has done extensive investigative research into the military and intelligence community, and she is shedding light on the hidden truths behind nuclear arsenals and the influential figures who've shaped our modern world; the p...
May 14, 2024•2 hr 36 min•Ep. 1313
