Why This DSA Win Should Terrify Every American

Why This DSA Win Should Terrify Every American

Welcome to Impact Theory. In today's episode, we dive into the rising power of the Democratic Socialists of America and the candidate who has become the movement's most polarizing new face. As DSA-aligned nominees sweep primaries across New York State, we unpack what these wins actually mean and why the gap between what these candidates say and what they plan to do should concern every American. At the center of the conversation is Darializa Avila Chevalier, the Democratic nominee for Congress in New York's 13th district. We examine her deleted social media history, including past calls to fully abolish the police, opposition to all deportations even for criminals, and posts advocating the seizure of private property, the nationalization of hospitals and pharmaceutical companies, and the freezing of rents. We break down how a clearly intelligent and disciplined politician has learned to dodge the hard questions, deliver eloquent non-answers, and avoid handing anyone a usable soundbite. From the philosophy of socialism and the historical record of where these ideologies lead, to the de Tocqueville concept of the overproduction of elites, to the real economic forces driving young voters left, this conversation pulls no punches. We also dig into identity politics, the difference between diagnosing a problem and prescribing the wrong cure, and why getting the solution wrong can be even more dangerous than ignoring the problem entirely. Whether you are here to understand the future of the American left or to see how today's choices will define tomorrow, this episode offers a sharp and unflinching look at the ideas now competing for power. Quince: Free shipping and 365-day returns at https://quince.com/impactpod Whatnot: Download the Whatnot app today and get free shipping on your first order. ATT Business: Switch to AT&T Business at business.att.com [http://business.att.com] Ketone IQ: Visit https://ketone.com/IMPACT [https://ketone.com/IMPACT] for 30% OFF your subscription order Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/impact [https://shopify.com/impact] Truemed: Check your eligibility and start saving at https://truemed.com/impact [https://truemed.com/impact] Ethos: Get a free quote at https://ethos.com/impact [https://ethos.com/impact] Incogni: Take your personal data back with Incogni! Use code IMPACT at the link below and get 60% off an annual plan: https://incogni.com/impact [https://incogni.com/impact]  What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here: If you want my help... * STARTING a business: join me here at ZERO TO FOUNDER [https://tombilyeu.com/zero-to-founder?utm_campaign=Podcast%20Offer&utm_source=podca[%E2%80%A6]d%20end%20of%20show&utm_content=podcast%20ad%20end%20of%20show]:  * https://tombilyeu.com/zero-to-founder?utm_campaign=Podcast%20Offer&utm_source=podca[%E2%80%A6]d%20end%20of%20show&utm_content=podcast%20ad%20end%20of%20show [https://tombilyeu.com/zero-to-founder?utm_campaign=Podcast%20Offer&utm_source=podca[%E2%80%A6]d%20end%20of%20show&utm_content=podcast%20ad%20end%20of%20show] * * SCALING a business: see if you qualify here. [https://tombilyeu.com/call]:  * https://tombilyeu.com/call [https://tombilyeu.com/call] * Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox: sign up here. [https://tombilyeu.com/]: https://tombilyeu.com/ [https://tombilyeu.com/] ********************************************************************** If you're serious about leveling up your life, I urge you to check out my new podcast, Tom Bilyeu’s Mindset Playbook [https://open.spotify.com/show/47VE90Cittmo6TGGFqg2xf] —a goldmine of my most impactful episodes on mindset, business, and health. Trust me, your future self will thank you. ********************************************************************** FOLLOW TOM: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/ [https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/] Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en [https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en] Twitter: https://twitter.com/tombilyeu [https://twitter.com/tombilyeu] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu [https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu] See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy [https://art19.com/privacy] and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info].

Iran Ceasefire is DEAD, Spencer Pratt Quits & the DSA Says the Quiet Part Out Loud| The Tom Bilyeu Show

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China Just Made A Move That Could Wreck Your Dollar & Gold Holdings — We Had To React | Tom Bilyeu Reacts

Welcome back to Impact Theory, where we break down the most impactful stories shaping our world. In today’s episode, we dive deep into the unfolding economic chess match between China and the United States, using insight and analysis from YouTuber Andre Jikh. As China makes bold moves to distance itself from the US dollar—shutting down paper gold trading, amassing record amounts of physical gold, and building a new gold settlement system—the stakes for global finance have never been higher. We’ll explore why China is aggressively acquiring gold, what it means for the future of the US dollar as the world’s reserve currency, and how the manipulation of paper versus physical gold could upend long-standing economic structures. You’ll also discover the role of trust, the dangers of unchecked financial speculation, and the possibility of a historic power shift as nations seek to anchor their economies with tangible assets. Stay tuned as we unpack China’s strategy, what it signals about the future of global markets, and why these hidden moves could change everything for investors—and for the world. Quince: Free shipping and 365-day returns at https://quince.com/impactpod Whatnot: Download the Whatnot app today and get free shipping on your first order. ATT Business: Switch to AT&T Business at business.att.com [http://business.att.com] Ketone IQ: Visit https://ketone.com/IMPACT [https://ketone.com/IMPACT] for 30% OFF your subscription order Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/impact [https://shopify.com/impact] Truemed: Check your eligibility and start saving at https://truemed.com/impact [https://truemed.com/impact] Ethos: Get a free quote at https://ethos.com/impact [https://ethos.com/impact] Incogni: Take your personal data back with Incogni! Use code IMPACT at the link below and get 60% off an annual plan: https://incogni.com/impact [https://incogni.com/impact] What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here: If you want my help... * STARTING a business: join me here at ZERO TO FOUNDER [https://tombilyeu.com/zero-to-founder?utm_campaign=Podcast%20Offer&utm_source=podca[%E2%80%A6]d%20end%20of%20show&utm_content=podcast%20ad%20end%20of%20show]:  * https://tombilyeu.com/zero-to-founder?utm_campaign=Podcast%20Offer&utm_source=podca[%E2%80%A6]d%20end%20of%20show&utm_content=podcast%20ad%20end%20of%20show [https://tombilyeu.com/zero-to-founder?utm_campaign=Podcast%20Offer&utm_source=podca[%E2%80%A6]d%20end%20of%20show&utm_content=podcast%20ad%20end%20of%20show] * * SCALING a business: see if you qualify here. [https://tombilyeu.com/call]:  * https://tombilyeu.com/call [https://tombilyeu.com/call] * Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox: sign up here. [https://tombilyeu.com/]: https://tombilyeu.com/ [https://tombilyeu.com/] ********************************************************************** If you're serious about leveling up your life, I urge you to check out my new podcast, Tom Bilyeu’s Mindset Playbook [https://open.spotify.com/show/47VE90Cittmo6TGGFqg2xf] —a goldmine of my most impactful episodes on mindset, business, and health. Trust me, your future self will thank you. ********************************************************************** FOLLOW TOM: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/ [https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/] Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en [https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en] Twitter: https://twitter.com/tombilyeu [https://twitter.com/tombilyeu] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu [https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu] See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy [https://art19.com/privacy] and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info].

US-Iran Tensions, Japan’s Economic Threat, and the Truth About the Trump Account

ITU: Ready to break through your biggest business bottleneck? Apply to work with me 1:1 - https://impacttheory.co/SCALE [https://impacttheory.co/SCALE] Sign up for my AI Masterclass: https://tombilyeu.com/ai-masterclass?utm_campaign=TBS-Livestream&utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=social Welcome back to another episode of the Tom Bilyeu Show Live, where we tackle the most pressing headlines and unravel the complex web connecting global politics, economics, and innovation. In today's fast-paced and far-reaching episode, Tom dives into the aftermath of the US's largest series of strikes on Iran since the recent ceasefire, breaking down the volatile reactions in oil and gold markets, and exploring the potential for a prolonged "forever war" in the region. He analyzes the ripple effects on inflation, US debt, and Japan’s precarious position in the global bond market, ultimately painting a picture of interconnected instability. Tom doesn’t stop with geopolitics; he turns the lens on US domestic issues, unpacking the evolving controversy and political fallout around Graham Platner, and how power—not morals—dictates the behavior of politicians on both sides. The discussion then shifts to the structural challenges of Social Security and the proposal of “Trump accounts,” sparking debate on wealth distribution, financial literacy, and the future of retirement for younger generations. Rounding things out, Tom addresses the ongoing Tyler Robinson trial, algorithmic bias in media consumption, Japan’s economic trajectory, and why humility and vigilance are vital in chaotic times. As always, the episode is packed with hard-hitting analysis, actionable insights, and unfiltered truth—with a little help from today's sponsor, Straight Arrow News. Buckle up—there’s a lot to unpack, and it’s more relevant than ever. Chapters: 00:00 Iran strikes impact markets 07:45 Speculation on Trump's Post-Election Actions 13:51 Bypassing Strait of Hormuz 18:54 Concerns about Iran's missile threat 24:49 Surge in foreign investment 27:19 AI Investment and Market Cycles 36:32 Questioning Political Morality Standards 41:22 Japan's Rate Policies and Carry Trade 46:11 Global economic instability concerns 53:45 Teaching financial literacy to kids 58:23 Balancing the budget for future benefits 01:04:32 Degrees of socialism debate 01:06:24 Balancing government and free market 01:15:23 Discussing perceptions of Trump's policies 01:17:04 Balancing fear of political sides 01:21:50 Improving personal productivity 01:30:30 Preliminary hearing overview 01:33:46 Unfired bullet found on rooftop Sponsors: Quince: Free shipping and 365-day returns at https://quince.com/impactpod Whatnot: Download the Whatnot app today and get free shipping on your first order. ATT Business: Switch to AT&T Business at business.att.com [http://business.att.com] Ketone IQ: Visit https://ketone.com/IMPACT [https://ketone.com/IMPACT] for 30% OFF your subscription order Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/impact [https://shopify.com/impact] Truemed: Check your eligibility and start saving at https://truemed.com/impact [https://truemed.com/impact] Ethos: Get a free quote at https://ethos.com/impact [https://ethos.com/impact] Incogni: Take your personal data back with Incogni! Use code IMPACT at the link below and get 60% off an annual plan: https://incogni.com/impact [https://incogni.com/impact]  See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy [https://art19.com/privacy] and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info].

China Is Running The Same Play That Wiped Out The First Wave Of Internet Investors

80% of every dollar the S&P 500 has gained over the last three years came from AI. If you own an index fund you don't own the broad market anymore — you own one concentrated bet on AI infrastructure. And China just demonstrated exactly how fragile that bet is. One Chinese AI model wiped out $1 trillion in US market value in a single day. Nvidia set the all-time record for the largest single-day loss by any company in history. The banks already know the debt is shaky — which is why they're running the 2008 playbook right now, slicing it up and selling it into your pension without a warning label. You ever look at your investment portfolio and wonder, “Wait, is ALL of this basically just one giant AI bet?” Yeah, me too. Today’s episode pulls back the curtain on not just the AI-fueled market euphoria, but the dark underbelly powering America’s biggest economic surge — and the risks nobody wants to talk about. We’re breaking down how the US stock market has quietly turned into a high-stakes casino riding on the AI wave, and why that’s a lot riskier than you think. Inside part 1, we’re mapping out the massive geopolitical chess game between the US and China, where AI strategies, backdoor tech theft, and brutal economic pressure threaten to topple the very companies investors have worshipped for the last three years. You’ll learn why cutting-edge tech like distillation could change who wins the AI race, and why investor confidence is shakier than ever. If you care about money, innovation, or just want to avoid getting blindsided by the next big crash… this is for you. Quince: Free shipping and 365-day returns at https://quince.com/impactpod Whatnot: Download the Whatnot app today and get free shipping on your first order. ATT Business: Switch to AT&T Business at business.att.com [http://business.att.com] Ketone IQ: Visit https://ketone.com/IMPACT [https://ketone.com/IMPACT] for 30% OFF your subscription order Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/impact [https://shopify.com/impact] Truemed: Check your eligibility and start saving at https://truemed.com/impact [https://truemed.com/impact] Ethos: Get a free quote at https://ethos.com/impact [https://ethos.com/impact] Incogni: Take your personal data back with Incogni! Use code IMPACT at the link below and get 60% off an annual plan: https://incogni.com/impact [https://incogni.com/impact] What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here: If you want my help... * STARTING a business: join me here at ZERO TO FOUNDER [https://tombilyeu.com/zero-to-founder?utm_campaign=Podcast%20Offer&utm_source=podca[%E2%80%A6]d%20end%20of%20show&utm_content=podcast%20ad%20end%20of%20show]:  * https://tombilyeu.com/zero-to-founder?utm_campaign=Podcast%20Offer&utm_source=podca[%E2%80%A6]d%20end%20of%20show&utm_content=podcast%20ad%20end%20of%20show [https://tombilyeu.com/zero-to-founder?utm_campaign=Podcast%20Offer&utm_source=podca[%E2%80%A6]d%20end%20of%20show&utm_content=podcast%20ad%20end%20of%20show] * * SCALING a business: see if you qualify here. [https://tombilyeu.com/call]:  * https://tombilyeu.com/call [https://tombilyeu.com/call] * Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox: sign up here. [https://tombilyeu.com/]: https://tombilyeu.com/ [https://tombilyeu.com/] ********************************************************************** If you're serious about leveling up your life, I urge you to check out my new podcast, Tom Bilyeu’s Mindset Playbook [https://open.spotify.com/show/47VE90Cittmo6TGGFqg2xf] —a goldmine of my most impactful episodes on mindset, business, and health. Trust me, your future self will thank you. ********************************************************************** FOLLOW TOM: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/ [https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/] Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en [https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en] Twitter: https://twitter.com/tombilyeu [https://twitter.com/tombilyeu] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu [https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu] See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy [https://art19.com/privacy] and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info [https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info].