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

This is a fan fav episode. On Today's Episode: Is your ultimate goal about how much money you earn? Is it about the lifestyle you provide for yourself and your family? In the grand scheme of things we know that money doesn’t bring you joy, and it is far better to chase fulfillment and joy, and yet you may still think fulfillment and joy are boring. Optimizing yourself to execute at higher levels of success requires that you spend time growing as a person in all major areas of your life. Your physical health, your mind, your mental and emotional health are all areas to focus on, and Vishen Lakhiani, CEO of Mindvalley and best selling author is changing the way people access customized education. Vishen is back with Tom on this episode to discuss the number one habit successful people have that we should adopt, but that most of us won’t. He wrote The Code of the Extraordinary Mind, The Buddha and the Badass, and now he’s released a method he’s been perfecting for years called The 6 Phase Meditation Method. Contributing in a meaningful way to society is what lays at the root of your desire for money and for lifestyle. Growing with expedience and intention is a tool that allows you to get there. ORIGINAL AIR DATE: 10-11-22 Books Mentioned in this Episode: Best Evidence by Michael Schmicke: https://www.amazon.com/Best-Evidence-Investigative-Psychokinesis-Reincarnation/dp/0595219063 [https://www.amazon.com/Best-Evidence-Investigative-Psychokinesis-Reincarnation/dp/0595219063] The Conscious Universe by Dean Radin: https://www.amazon.com/Conscious-Universe-Scientific-Psychic-Phenomena/dp/0061778990 [https://www.amazon.com/Conscious-Universe-Scientific-Psychic-Phenomena/dp/0061778990] Check out Vishen Lahkiani’s latest book, The 6 Phase Meditation Method: https://www.amazon.com/Phase-Meditation-Method-Technique-Supercharge/dp/0593234642 [https://www.amazon.com/Phase-Meditation-Method-Technique-Supercharge/dp/0593234642] SHOW NOTES: 0:00 | Introduction to Vishen Lahkiani 0:10 | What Is Your Rate of Growth? 5:13 | The Source of Our Intuition 23:06 | Boost Your Creative Ideas 30:13 | Science of Sending Good Vibes 45:55 | Why 6 Phases of Meditation? 52:17 | Do This To Up Your Performance 1:08:23 | The Missing Pieces of Education 1:20:44 | Life Changing Practices What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here: If you want my help... * STARTING a business: 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%20showjoin me here at ZERO TO FOUNDER [https://tombilyeu.com/zero-to-founder?utm_campaign=Podcast%20Offer&utm_source=podca[%E2%80%A6]d%20end%20of%20show&utm_content=podcast%20ad%20end%20of%20show] * SCALING a business: https://tombilyeu.com/callsee if you qualify here. [https://tombilyeu.com/call] Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox: https://tombilyeu.com/sign up here. [https://tombilyeu.com/] ********************************************************************** If you're serious about leveling up your life, I urge you to check out my new podcast, Tom Bilyeu’s Mindset Playbook [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. ********************************************************************** Join me live on my Twitch stream [https://impacttheory.co/4fitmnJ]. I'm live daily from 6:30 to 8:30 am PT at https://impacttheory.co/4fitmnJwww.twitch.tv/tombilyeu [https://impacttheory.co/4fitmnJ] ********************************************************************** LISTEN TO IMPACT THEORY AD FREE + BONUS EPISODES on APPLE PODCASTS: http://apple.co/impacttheoryapple.co/impacttheory [http://apple.co/impacttheory] ********************************************************************** FOLLOW TOM: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/ [https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/] Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=enhttps://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en [https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en] Twitter: https://twitter.com/tombilyeuhttps://twitter.com/tombilyeu [https://twitter.com/tombilyeu] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeuhttps://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu [https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

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

This is a fan fav episode. Were you one of the 47 million Americans that voluntarily quit their job in 2021, a massive event now referred to as the Great Resignation? If you didn’t quit, maybe you came close to submitting your resignation and decided not to. The burning question is, what did people move towards after leaving their job? Was it a burn the ships at the shore kind of moment or a hasty emotional move caused by mounting stress in the moment? No matter where you are in your career or business, there is one critical question you should be asking yourself. How are you, really? Jenna Kutcher has pivoted her career and entrepreneurial moves more than a few times. She’s not a stranger to adversity, stress, disappointment or asking the hard questions. From wedding photography, to podcast host, to helping entrepreneurs grow their email list, Jenna shares her secret sauce to pivoting career moves successfully, and how to align with success in a way that is fulfilling and feels right to you. Stop falling into the hustle culture trap and start asking yourself questions that awaken you at your core. Hustle culture isn’t necessarily all-in, burn the ships, forget sleep, your sanity, your rest and recovery. There’s another path and another option to achieving the success you’re after. ORIGINAL AIR DATE: 6-28-22 Check out Jenna Kutcher's new book, How Are You Really: https://amzn.to/3O6QLdO [https://amzn.to/3O6QLdO] SHOW NOTES: 0:00 | Introduction to Jenna Kutcher 0:48 | Growing Your Self Awareness 6:30 | Rest. Recover. Be More Efficient. 11:34 | Vision Your Dream Life & Build It 28:47 | How to Pivot Successfully 36:24 | Breaking the Golden Handcuffs 49:11 | Confidence, Self Love & Acceptance 1:00:50 | Dealing With the Critic Echo What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here: If you want my help... * STARTING a business: 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%20showjoin me here at ZERO TO FOUNDER [https://tombilyeu.com/zero-to-founder?utm_campaign=Podcast%20Offer&utm_source=podca[%E2%80%A6]d%20end%20of%20show&utm_content=podcast%20ad%20end%20of%20show] * SCALING a business: https://tombilyeu.com/callsee if you qualify here. [https://tombilyeu.com/call] Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox: https://tombilyeu.com/sign up here. [https://tombilyeu.com/] ********************************************************************** If you're serious about leveling up your life, I urge you to check out my new podcast, Tom Bilyeu’s Mindset Playbook [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. ********************************************************************** Join me live on my Twitch stream [https://impacttheory.co/4fitmnJ]. I'm live daily from 6:30 to 8:30 am PT at https://impacttheory.co/4fitmnJwww.twitch.tv/tombilyeu [https://impacttheory.co/4fitmnJ] ********************************************************************** LISTEN TO IMPACT THEORY AD FREE + BONUS EPISODES on APPLE PODCASTS: http://apple.co/impacttheoryapple.co/impacttheory [http://apple.co/impacttheory] ********************************************************************** FOLLOW TOM: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/ [https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/] Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=enhttps://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en [https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en] Twitter: https://twitter.com/tombilyeuhttps://twitter.com/tombilyeu [https://twitter.com/tombilyeu] YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeuhttps://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu [https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu] Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices [https://megaphone.fm/adchoices]

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