There's Corruption in the 2024 Election | Ian Bremmer PT 2

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🗓️ 16 August 2024

⏱️ 88 minutes

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Today, we're diving deep into the turbulent currents shaping our world with none other than geopolitical expert Ian Bremmer. In this compelling dialogue, we unpack the seemingly insurmountable challenges and potential solutions surrounding AI, global political instability, and the future of American democracy. Ian Bremmer, founder of the Eurasia Group, joins Tom to discuss why he views Trump as a necessary "chaos agent" in a broken American system, the critical role of transparency and regulation in AI development, and the potential backlash against wealth-driven acceptance at universities. They delve into the geopolitical ramifications of conflicts in regions like Ukraine and the Middle East, the deteriorating state of U.S. political institutions, and the global implications of increased individualism and capitalism. Together, they also explore the existential risks posed by unregulated AI, the urgent need for collaboration between tech companies and governments, and the potential for a radical reshaping of world order within the next decade. Tune in as Ian brings his unique perspective to bear on the complex interplay of technology, politics, and societal change in this era of unprecedented transformation. Timecodes 00:00 Young people globally support Palestinian cause passionately. 15:58 Solution to Israel-Hamas conflict: Create economic opportunities. 25:14 Russia avoids conflicts with NATO over accidents. 37:56 AI bias poses potential societal fragmentation. Path forward? 43:09 AI's impact on geopolitics and cybersecurity dangers. 58:15 Importance of free speech and open communication. 01:04:36 US economic inequality, eroding social institutions, and growth. 01:23:07 Fauci disappointed by not being transparent. 01:30:09 Reflect, engage, and connect for authentic understanding. 01:41:00 AI technology will proliferate globally, raising concerns. 01:53:56 Tech companies influence society through algorithms and AI. 02:04:18 Potential impact of Biden or Trump win. 02:16:48 Tech companies wield significant global power autonomously. 02:24:37 Adapting infrastructure crucial for reducing carbon emissions. 02:33:28 Economic downturn could worsen technological unemployment. 02:39:24 Spending money on targeted advertising shapes society. CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORS Schwank Outdoors: Visit https://impacttheory.co/SchwankGrillsPodAugust24 and use promo code IMPACT to get $150 OFF a Schwank Grill. Zbiotics: Head to https://impacttheory.co/zbioticspodAugust24 and use the code IMPACT at checkout for 15% off. Range Rover: Explore the Range Rover Sport at https://impacttheory.co/landroverpodAugust24 Shopify: Go to https://impacttheory.co/shopifyAugust24pod right now and sign up for a $1 per month trial. AG1: Get 5 free AG1 Travel Packs and a FREE 1 year supply of Vitamin D with your first purchase at https://impacttheory.co/AG1pod. Aura: Secure your digital life with proactive protection for your assets, identity, family, and tech – Go to https://aura.com/impact to start your free two-week trial. Quickbooks: Go to https://impacttheory.co/quickbooksJuly24 to get 50% off 3 months of Quickbooks Payroll! HubSpot: Go to https://impacttheory.co/hubspotpod and use HubSpot’s Starter CRM Suite for FREE and get all of the essential tools, education, and support your business needs to grow efficiently! 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 What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here. 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. LISTEN AD FREE + BONUS EPISODES on APPLE PODCASTS: apple.co/impacttheory Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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0:00.0	Welcome back to Impact Theory. I'm Tom Billu and today we're talking with Ian Bremmer.
0:05.0	In part two of this incredible conversation, Ian and I go over some of his powerful insights and provocative thoughts that you'll definitely want to hear.
0:15.2	Let's dive right back in.
0:17.2	One of the things that I talked to people about a lot is, hey, look, lying is a powerful tactic,
0:24.1	but be careful because if you use it, it will work sometimes, and then other times you will just become known as a liar.
0:31.7	And when I look at the division that we're going through right now and what is it, you know, about this moment,
0:36.9	and I can't speak to whether the rest of the world is falling prey to the same thing or not.
0:40.5	But in in a world where anybody can pick up their phone and live stream to the rest of the world,
0:49.0	your lies are going to be found out terrifyingly fast.
0:53.4	And that is going to absolutely erode your credibility.
0:57.2	And on top of that, now you get into a position where there's just the level of disdain and
1:05.4	distrust that people are going to have creates the level of animosity towards the government that we're seeing now.
1:13.3	And that's where you get that powder keg where all of a sudden a country, which has a host
1:19.4	of problems just all coming together at one moment, really starts to be super unnerving.
1:25.6	But when I look out at what I would want people to take away,
1:31.4	because I have a, I'm very much an individualistic thinker in that I think at the level of
1:37.1	the individual. So I'm not good at what you're good at, which is global geopolitics, like you see
1:43.4	how all the puzzle pieces add up.
1:45.7	What I understand is the person.
1:47.4	And so I will say, look, everybody, of course you know that people are lying to you.
1:52.2	It is a tool in everyone's arsenal.
1:54.9	And the vast majority of humans are going to deploy that tool, even if only to make you feel like your ass doesn't
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