Epstein Files Unsealed, $1 Trillion Saudi Deal, and the Collapse of Japan’s Economy | The Tom Bilyeu Show

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🗓️ 20 November 2025

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Welcome back to Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu! In this fiery episode, Tom and co-host Drew break down a whirlwind week in global politics, economics, and culture. They kick things off analyzing the passage of the Epstein Transparency Act and the political maneuvering surrounding its release, digging into why only one member voted against it and what’s really happening behind the scenes. From there, they dive into international developments, unpacking Texas Governor Abbott’s controversial decision to label the Muslim Brotherhood a terrorist organization, Saudi Crown Prince MBS’s jaw-dropping $1 trillion investment commitment to the US, and the financial turbulence shaking Japan as the yen carry trade unwinds. The looming tensions between China and Japan get a spotlight as well, with an exploration of what’s at stake for Taiwan and global chip manufacturing. Finally, the conversation takes a turn toward culture, as Tom and Drew tackle a viral debate: do men really care about women’s careers? Tom draws from personal experience to unpack the psychology behind modern relationships and the pressures at play—and what it means for both men and women navigating today’s dating scene. Packed with hot takes, big questions, and sharp insight, this episode cuts straight to the heart of what's shaping our world right now. Let’s dive in! 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 SCALING a business: see if you qualify here.: https://tombilyeu.com/call Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox: 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 —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/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/tombilyeu YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu Linkedin: Post your job free at https://linkedin.com/impacttheory HomeServe: Help protect your home systems – and your wallet – with HomeServe against covered repairs. Plans start at just $4.99 a month at https://homeserve.com Bevel Health: 1st month FREE at https://bevel.health/impact with code 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 BlandAI: Call it for free today: https://bland.ai Or for enterprises, you can book a demo directly: https://bland.ai/enterprise Business Wars: Follow Business Wars on the Wondery App or wherever you get your podcasts. Connectteam: 14 day free trial at https://connecteam.cc/46GxoTFd Raycon: Go to https://buyraycon.com/impact to get up to 30% off sitewide. Cape: 33% off with code IMPACT33 at https://cape.co/impact Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/impact AirDoctor: Up to $300 off with code IMPACT at https://airdoctorpro.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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0:00.0	Why are businesses like HelloVet choosing Apple products and services?
0:04.8	So we started the business two years ago.
0:07.2	We had a few people who were used to PCs and this was their first foray into Macs.
0:12.5	But it's been super smooth getting everyone onto those devices and everyone seems really, really happy.
0:18.0	Find out how Mac can help you run and grow your business at Apple.com forward slash hello vet.
0:26.2	The Senate passed the Epstein Transparency Act 42721, but Speaker of the House, Mike Johnson, says he has concerns.
0:36.0	We'll see about that one.
0:37.4	Dems are now catching some heat that
0:39.1	Epstein ties are coming out on their side as well. Texas Governor Abbott declares the Muslim
0:44.7	Brotherhood a terrorist organization. Saudi Crown Prince MBS commits to investing one trillion
0:52.3	dollars in the U.S. Japan's economy continues to be on shaky ground as the yen carry trade continues to unwind,
1:00.2	and things are heating up between China and Japan, and do men care about women's careers?
1:06.0	Ooh, we go deep on that one.
1:07.1	The House passed to Epstein Transparency Act 427 to 1 and then almost immediately the Senate
1:14.7	unanimously voted for the release of the files. It's funny to me though, right? Because on the big
1:20.0	beautiful bill or on the government shutdown, the house goes to the Senate, give us three days,
1:25.0	we'll get back to you in a couple. It's kind of like shipping. Like three to five business days, we'll sign the bill again and then. But this thing got signed
1:31.0	on Tuesday, went to the Senate. Yep, we're good. On Tuesday. It was like a conveyor belt. So now it's on the president's desk this morning. We'll see if he signs it. But it seems that everybody, this is the first uniparty unanimous vote I can think of since probably like the 9-11
1:45.2	like patriotic funding like this has been a while so everybody this is the first uniparty unanimous vote i can think of since probably like the nine
1:44.8	eleven like patriotic funding like this has been a while so this is one of those where there is clearly
1:51.9	a right side and a wrong side of history that's why i think it is so wild that you had a guy vote
1:57.7	against this uh i'll be interested to see if he comes under scrutiny,
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