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Tom Bilyeu

Impact Theory is committed to an unbiased pursuit of the truth. Tom Bilyeu approaches the most important issues in world affairs, finance, AI and Future tech, politics and mindset by breaking down these complex topics into their fundamental elements. By doing so and by connecting with some of the brightest minds of our time, he helps the audience develop a useful framework for how the world really works.

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Apple Just Filed the Lawsuit That Could Destroy OpenAI

In this live episode, host Tom Bilyeu and co-host Ryan analyze a highly eventful weekend of geopolitical developments, economic shifts, and corporate warfare. The duo begins by unpacking the sudden de…

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Why This DSA Win Should Terrify Every American

Tom Bilyeu hosts this episode of Impact Theory, analyzing Daria Eliza Avila Chevalier, a DSA-aligned Democratic congressional nominee in New York's 13th District. Tom dissects her media appearances, h…

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

Tom Bilyeu, founder of Impact Theory, hosts a live episode of the Tom Bilyeu Show alongside co-hosts Drew and Ryan. The team analyzes a highly volatile week of geopolitical shifts, economic debates, a…

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

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

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Gary's Economics Can't Answer This One Question About Wealth Taxes | Tom Reacts

In this episode, host Tom Bilyeu of Impact Theory analyzes a video by Gary Stevenson, the former interest rate trader and author of The Trading Game A Confession. Bilyeu critiques Stevenson's emotiona…

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Socialist Takeover in New York City, USAID Funded NGOs That Destabilized Governments, Tolerance Becomes Suicidal When It Isn't Returned | The Tom Bilyeu Show

In this live episode, host Tom Bilyeu and co-host Drew analyze the shifting landscape of American politics and global economics. They begin by discussing the Democratic Socialists of America's recent …

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The Real Reason Elon Is A Trillionaire Has Nothing To Do With Greed — It Has To Do With Your Savings

In this episode, host Tom Bilyeu of Impact Theory analyzes the economic forces behind Elon Musk's rise to becoming the world's first trillionaire. Bilyeu refutes claims of systemic theft, arguing inst…

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Planned Episode 6/22/2026

In this live episode, host Tom Bilyeu and co-host Drew analyze a turbulent weekend of global geopolitics, focusing on the fragile U.S.-Iran negotiations, the escalating Israel-Lebanon conflict, and sh…

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Can the Middle Class Be Saved? Political Division, Economic Doom & The Leadership Problem | Andrew Bustamante Pt. 2

This is Part 2 of a conversation between Tom Bilyeu (host of Impact Theory) and Andrew Bustamante, a former CIA officer and founder of EverydaySpy. Bustamante brings an intelligence analyst's framewor…

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How Immigration and War Test the Strength of Values and National Identity

This episode of the Tom Bilyeu Show Live features host Tom Bilyeu and producer Ryan, with Drew absent. Tom covers a dense slate of geopolitical and domestic topics including the collapse of the Iran-U…

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Trump Isn't Confused, He's Doing This on Purpose | Andrew Bustamante

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Breaking Down Iran’s Mystery Deal, US Debt Crisis, and AI Surveillance in Daily Life

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500 Ordinary Men Were Given A Way Out — Only 12 Took It. The Rest Killed 83,000 People

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The War is Over, But the Real Winner is Not At All Who You Think and The Government Just Shut Down the Most Powerful AI Ever Built | The Tom Bilyeu Show Live

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Don’t Fear AI — Fear Falling Behind | Peter Diamandis on Impact Theory Pt 2

Peter Diamandis, founder of XPRIZE and author of The Age of Abundance, discusses the rapid acceleration of AI development and its implications for human society. The conversation explores how technolo…

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SpaceX IPO Day, We Won The Iran War Again, & US Tops Oil Export List | The Tom Bilyeu Show Live

Tom Bilyeu hosts a live show covering breaking developments in geopolitics, technology, and domestic policy. The discussion spans Trump's latest Iran deal announcement, SpaceX's IPO launch, and concer…

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AGI Is Here — And Society Isn’t Ready | Peter Diamandis On Impact Theory

Peter Diamandis, founder of the XPRIZE Foundation and Singularity University, joins Tom Bilyeu to discuss his declaration that artificial general intelligence has arrived and its implications for soci…

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The 50-Year Economic Collapse That Created Socialism Is Happening Again Right Now | Impact Theory w/ Tom Bilyeu & Daniel Priestley

Daniel Priestley, entrepreneur and author, joins the conversation from London to discuss why socialism has become the most exciting political idea despite historical failures. The discussion explores …

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Trump's IRS Settlement, Massie Loses His Seat, & Zuck Caught On Hot Mic AI Layoff Plans | Tom Bilyeu Show Live

Tom Bilyeu and Drew discuss major political and economic developments from their location near Arsenal Stadium in London. The conversation covers Trump's controversial DOJ settlement, escalating bond …

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Unlocking Reality: Donald Hoffman on Consciousness, Simulations, and the Limits of Space-Time | Impact Theory

Donald Hoffman, cognitive neuroscientist and consciousness researcher, continues his conversation with Tom Bilyeu exploring radical theories about the nature of reality. Hoffman argues that space-time…

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Trump Under Scrutiny For Insider Trading, Cryptic Alien Memes , Thomas Massie & Lone Star Ticks | Tom Bilyeu Show Live

The hosts broadcast live from London, England, covering multiple breaking stories including Trump's extensive stock trading, political corruption investigations, and international tensions with Iran. …

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LA's Mayoral Race is Heating Up, Truth About Mamdani's "Balanced Budget" is SHOCKING, 6.1 MILLION Workers Are About to Lose Everything to AI | Weekly Recap

Tom Bilyeu analyzes political messaging and economic policy through the lens of Spencer Pratt's LA mayoral campaign, examining how progressive policies are framed through compassion while often yieldi…

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Trump & Xi Just Changed the World Order: AI, Iran, & the Next Cold War | Tom Bilyeu Show Live

Tom Bilyeu hosts the show live from London with co-host Drew, discussing major geopolitical and technological developments. The episode covers Trump's historic summit with Xi Jinping alongside 20 majo…

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What's Outside The Simulation w/ Donald Hoffman

Donald Hoffman, cognitive scientist and author, returns to discuss his theory that space-time is not fundamental reality but rather a 'headset' interface. Tom Bilyeu, entrepreneur and host, explores t…

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Mamdani Balances the Budget, Trump Lands in Beijing With 17 CEOs, a Chinese Spy Mayor, and the AI Job Apocalypse Hits Women First | Tom Bilyeu Show Live

Tom Bilyeu hosts this episode of The Tom Bilyeu Show Live without Drew, who is out sick, with Ryan stepping up to handle chat and additional responsibilities. The show covers major geopolitical develo…

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Physics Just Gave Four Separate Proofs The Universe Is A Simulation — The Last One Is The Most Disturbing | Tom Deepdive

This presentation explores the hypothesis that we live in a simulation, building the argument through four distinct signatures from different branches of physics. The speaker examines the Fermi parado…

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Can You Survive the Next Industrial Revolution? AI, Iran, & the Chaos of 2026 | Tom Bilyeu Show Live

Tom Williams hosts a live show covering AI disruption, geopolitics, and local policy with co-host Drew. Williams brings an entrepreneurial perspective to analyzing current events, while Drew provides …

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AOC Says You Can't Ethically Earn Billions, "Operation Epic Fury" Was a Disaster They're Calling a Victory, These AI Innovations Will Keep You Up at Night | Weekly Recap

This episode features analysis of Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's economic views on billionaire wealth creation, examining her claims about wage theft and value generation. The discussion covers breakthrou…

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The West at a Crossroads: How Radical Compassion and Self-Loathing Are Tearing Us Apart. Pt 2 w/ Dr Gad Saad | Imapact Theory W. Tom Bilyeu

This conversation features Gad Saad, evolutionary psychologist and author, discussing his upcoming book Suicidal Empathy Dying to Be Kind with host Tom Bilyeu. Saad, who escaped Lebanon during the civ…

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The Iran War Escalates, Economic Sanctions, and the Dark Side of Weight Loss Drugs | Tom Bilyeu Show Live

Tom Williams hosts a wide-ranging discussion covering geopolitical tensions, economic policy, and technological disruption. The conversation spans from Iran's escalating demands in the Strait of Hormu…

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Why Western Empathy Might Destroy Civilization w/ Dr Gad Saad | Impact Theory W Tom Bilyeu

Gad Saad, evolutionary psychologist and professor at Concordia University, joins Tom Bilyeu for their fourth conversation together. Saad recently went viral with a tweet criticizing Tucker Carlson's c…

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$6 Gas, Epic Fury Ends, Coinbase Layoffs and The Coming AI Takeover | Tom Bilyeu Show

Tom Bilyeu hosts a live episode covering geopolitical tensions, AI breakthroughs, economic impacts, and cultural shifts. Drew joins as co-host to discuss current events and their broader implications.…

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$39 Trillion Nightmare: The Secret Strategy to Soft Default on America’s Debt | Tom's Deepdive

This analysis examines Kevin Warsh's nomination as Federal Reserve Chairman and his plan to address America's $39 trillion debt crisis. The speaker argues that despite public claims about debt reducti…

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US v China Heats Up, Spirit Airlines Crashes, Trump Launches Project Freedom, and Why Men & Women No Longer Get Along | Tom Bilyeu Show

Tom Bilyeu and Drew discuss escalating geopolitical tensions as Trump launches Project Freedom to evacuate ships from the Strait of Hormuz while China openly defies US sanctions on Iranian oil purchas…

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NYC's Budget Crisis Is NOT What Mamdani Says It Is, Criminalizing Political Dissent Is the Beginning of Dictatorships, Free Healthcare Always Comes With Hidden Trade-Offs | Weekly Recap

This episode features extensive commentary on free speech boundaries, economic policy, and government overreach. The discussion covers recent indictments of James Comey for social media posts, investi…

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Life Will Get Weird The Next 3 Years | Nick Bostrom (Fan Fave)

Nick Bostrom, philosopher and author of Deep Utopia, joins to explore the philosophical implications of artificial intelligence on human meaning, purpose, and society. Bostrom previously ran the Insti…

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China Bans AI Replacing Workers, US Debt Crisis, and FISA 702 Controversy Explained | Tom Bilyeu Show Live

Tom Bilyeu and Drew discuss critical economic and political developments affecting Americans, from unprecedented debt levels to surveillance overreach. The conversation covers the U.S. debt crisis, Ch…

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{BONUS EPISODE} Tom Becomes President For The Day, Gives You 5 ESSENTIAL Books To Read, & He Takes The Political Compass Test | Tom Bilyeu Show Live

Tom Bilyeu takes the Political Compass test to map his political ideology beyond the simple left-right spectrum, exploring both economic and social axes developed by a British news outlet in 2001. The…

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DOJ Goes After Comey, Mamdani Budget Woes, & The Hidden Forces That Are Devastating Us Financially | Tom Bilyeu Show Live!

Tom Bilyeu hosts a wide-ranging discussion covering economic policy, geopolitics, and social issues. The conversation examines NYC Mayor Mamdani's budget crisis, Iran's oil storage problems, and the U…

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The Nobel Prize in Physics Was Just Awarded for Proving the Universe Isn't Locally Real — Einstein Was Wrong | Tom's Deepdives

This episode explores groundbreaking physics discoveries that fundamentally challenge our understanding of reality. The host examines how the 2022 Nobel Prize in Physics proved the universe operates l…

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From Trump Assassination Attempt to Hasan's Social Murder: Decoding America’s Political and Economic Divisions | Tom Bilyeu Show Live

Tom Bilyeu returns to the Tom Bilyeu Show Live after a two-week absence, joined by producer Drew to discuss major events that unfolded during his time away. The conversation covers political developme…

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What if Tom were the President, Tom's Political Compass, Essential Reads for Combating the New World Order | Weekly Recap

Tom Billieu takes on a presidential simulation game, implementing policies from budget cuts to immigration reform while tracking real-time approval ratings across different demographic groups. The exe…

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Staying Relevant in a Changing World: Bill Gurley on AI, Careers, and Policy | Impact Theory w/ Tom Bilyeu

Bill Gurley, legendary venture capitalist at Benchmark Capital and author of Running Down a Dream, discusses his transition from investing to writing about career passion and the current state of AI, …

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AI Reset: "Life As We Know It Will Be Gone In 5 Years" - Upcoming Utopia vs Dystopia | Salim Ismail PT 2 (Fan Fave)

This wide-ranging conversation features Salim Ismail, founding executive director of Singularity University and author of Exponential Organizations, discussing humanity's future at the intersection of…

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Embracing Curiosity and Competition in the Age of AI with Bill Gurley | Impact Theory W/ Tom Bilyeu

Bill Gurley, legendary venture capital investor and early backer of Uber, Zillow, and OpenTable, discusses navigating technological disruption and policy reform. Having transitioned from venture capit…

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AI Reset: "Life As We Know It Will Be Gone In 5 Years" - Upcoming Utopia vs Dystopia | Salim Ismail PT 1 (Fan Fave)

This conversation features Salim Ismail, founder of OpenEXO and former head of Singularity University, discussing the massive transformation ahead as AI reshapes civilization. Ismail has lived in eigh…

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The French Revolution Didn't Help The Poor — It Killed Them. America Is About To Learn That The Hard Way | Tom's Deepdives

This analysis examines America's current economic crisis through the lens of historical inequality patterns, featuring detailed economic data and policy prescriptions for avoiding social collapse. The…

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"We Grew Human Brains in a Lab, Gave Them Alzheimer's, and Reversed It" | Impact Theory w. Tom Bilyeu & David Sinclair

David Sinclair, a Harvard genetics professor and aging researcher, discusses how AI is revolutionizing longevity science with host Tom Bilyeu. Sinclair leads a lab that has successfully demonstrated a…

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HARSH TRUTH About Wealth, Power & Happiness: Life Lessons Everybody Learns Too Late | Tai Lopez PT 1 (Fan Fave)

Tom Bilyeu hosts entrepreneur and marketer Tai Lopez for an in-depth exploration of wealth, power, and human psychology. Lopez, known for his viral marketing campaigns and mentorship under evolutionar…

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The Fed Chair Just Admitted The Jobs Aren't Coming Back — Here's What Happens To Your Career Next | Tom's Deepdive

This analysis examines the structural transformation of the job market as AI reshapes employment patterns across industries. The discussion centers on Federal Reserve data showing zero net private sec…

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Are We Facing a Class Uprising? The Real Drivers Behind Economic Turmoil and Social Disorder | The Tom Bilyeu Show LIVE

Tom Bilyeu hosts a live discussion covering escalating tensions with Iran, domestic class uprising indicators, and fundamental economic disagreements between political orientations. The show features …

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Trump Extended His Iran Deadline, Iran Ceasefire Is Already Falling Apart, Claude Leak Exposed Unreleased Features That Will Change AI Forever | Weekly Recap

This episode covers escalating tensions between the U.S. and Iran over the Strait of Hormuz, with analysis of Trump's ultimatums, ceasefire negotiations, and broader geopolitical implications. The dis…

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Israel’s Land Grab, US Involvement, and the Coming Middle East Shockwave | Impact Theory w. Dave Smith

This conversation features Dave Smith, a comedian and political commentator known for his libertarian perspectives and foreign policy analysis, discussing the Israel-Palestine conflict with host Tom B…

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Fragile Ceasefire with Iran, Melania & Epstein, & The Greatest Data Heist in Chinese History | The Tom Bilyeu Show w. Michael Malice

Tom Bilyeu hosts Michael Malice, author and commentator known for his books including The New Right, who joins to discuss his upcoming graphic novel 'Unwanted' inspired by American Splendor creator Ha…

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Dave Smith: “Israel’s Goals Predict U.S. Wars Better Than Trump’s Instincts” | Impact Theory W. Tom Bilyeu

Dave Smith, comedian and libertarian commentator, returns to discuss the complex relationship between Israeli influence and U.S. foreign policy with host Tom Bilyeu. Smith argues that neoconservatives…

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Trump’s Ceasefire Gamble, Ray Dalio claims WW3 is Just Starting & Claude Mythos Breaks Free | The Tom Bilyeu Show LIVE

Tom Bilyeu hosts a live discussion covering the fragile Iran ceasefire, global conflicts, and AI breakthroughs. The show analyzes breaking geopolitical developments including Trump's negotiated pause …

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10 Of The Last 11 Recessions Started Exactly Like This — Here's What The Smart Money Is Doing While You Panic | Tom's Deepdive

This episode analyzes the current market volatility through the lens of oil prices and Federal Reserve policy constraints. The host explains how geopolitical tensions affecting oil supply create a str…

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Trump’s Wild Ultimatum: Iran Showdown, Oil Wars & Media Meltdowns | The Tom Bilyeu Show

Tom Bilyeu hosts a live episode covering escalating tensions with Iran, domestic fraud investigations, and cultural controversies. The show analyzes Trump's inflammatory tweets threatening Iranian inf…

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Warren's Wealth Tax Will DESTROY the Middle Class, America Is Spending on War While The Working Class Struggles, Trump Said "2-3 More Weeks" In Iran! | Weekly Recap

This episode features a detailed policy discussion covering Elizabeth Warren's wealth tax proposal, Middle East geopolitics, conspiracy theories around recent events, and economic fundamentals. The ho…

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Why the U.S. Can’t Repay Its Debt, What Comes Next, and How to Prepare | Ray Dalio - PT 2 (Fan Fave)

Tom Bilyeu interviews legendary investor Ray Dalio, founder of Bridgewater Associates, discussing how to navigate societal division and personal decision-making through principled thinking. The conver…

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Fighter Jet Downed Over Iran, Trump’s Oil Power Play, and China’s Bold Trade War Retaliation | The Tom Bilyeu Show LIVE

Tom Bilyeu hosts a live episode covering breaking news of an F-15 Strike Eagle shot down over Iran with pilots missing, alongside broader geopolitical and economic developments. The show examines Trum…

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Why the U.S. Can’t Repay Its Debt, What Comes Next, and How to Prepare | Ray Dalio - PT 1 (Fan Fave)

Tom Billieu hosts Ray Dalio, founder of Bridgewater Associates and legendary investor who has made more money betting on understanding economic cycles than anyone. Dalio brings decades of experience a…

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Are We Headed for Economic Meltdown? Inflation, Debt, and Trump’s War Fallout | Tom Bilyeu Show LIVE

Tom Bilyeu hosts this live episode of The Tom Bilyeu Show on April Fools' Day, joined by co-host Drew, discussing major developments in Trump's Iran war, economic warnings from the Federal Reserve, an…

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Gold Just Had Its Worst Week In 43 Years — During An Active War. Something Is Wrong With The System Beneath It | Tom's Deep Dive

This analysis examines the unprecedented collapse of gold and other commodities during the Iran war, revealing deeper systemic issues in global credit markets. The speaker argues that gold's 11% weekl…

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Boots On The Ground? The Iran War Is Spiraling And America Has No Exit Plan | The Tom Bilyeu Show LIVE

Tom Bilyeu hosts a live discussion covering escalating tensions with Iran, domestic protests, and economic concerns. As a podcaster and entrepreneur, Bilyeu analyzes current events through frameworks …

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NYC is spending TOO MUCH on the homeless, Why Are Influencers Defending a Regime That Starves Its Own People, Argentina's Milei Did in 18 Months What the U.S. Couldn't Do in Decades | Weekly Recap

This episode features a deep dive into economic policy failures and successes, examining homelessness spending in New York City, Argentina's dramatic economic turnaround under Javier Milei, and the hi…

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Is the Union About to Break? Blue vs. Red, China & the $1 Trillion Pivot | Impact Theory w Tom Bilyeu & Balaji

This conversation features Balaji Srinivasan, former CTO of Coinbase and author, discussing his analysis of America's political and economic fragmentation with host Tom Bilyeu. Srinivasan presents a s…

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Will Israel Continue the Fight If America Pulls Out of the Iran War

Tom Bilyeu hosts a solo episode of the Tom Bilyeu Show Live, covering geopolitical tensions, economic policy, and market dynamics. As the founder of Impact Theory and former Quest Nutrition co-founder…

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Balaji: The Fed Does Invisibly What Lenin Did With Guns — And You're Not Supposed to Notice | Impact Theory W/ Tom Bilyeu & Balaji

Balaji Srinivasan returns to discuss the massive disruption reshaping America and the global order. As a former CTO of Coinbase and prominent tech entrepreneur, Balaji brings a unique perspective on h…

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Trump’s Hardball Middle East Moves, Insider Trading Scandal, and The Argentina Miracle | The Tom Bilyeu Show LIVE

Tom Bilyeu hosts this episode of the Tom Williams show with co-host Drew, covering major geopolitical and economic developments. The discussion spans military deployments in the Middle East, domestic …

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The Analyst Who Predicted The Iran War 2 Years Early Just Told Me What Happens To The Dollar Next | Tom's Deepdive

This episode features an analysis of Professor Jiyung's framework that predicted Trump's war with Iran almost two years before it occurred. Jiyung, a previously unknown analyst who went viral after hi…

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The Real Reason Trump Backed Down Has Nothing to Do With Iran | Tom Bilyeu Show Live

Tom Bilyeu hosts a live show covering escalating tensions with Iran, market volatility, and geopolitical implications. He analyzes Trump's military threats and subsequent backtracking through the lens…

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Is Netanyahu Dead, The Socialists Are Going To Cuba, Two Attacks In One Day | Weekly Recap

This episode covers multiple breaking news stories including domestic terrorist attacks, international conflicts, and the intersection of social media with modern warfare. The host analyzes a synagogu…

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Why War with Iran Was Inevitable—Economics, Oil & Eschatology Explained | Prof Jiang Pt 2 Impact Theory w. Tom Bilyeu

Dr. Zhang, a Chinese-born educator now teaching in Beijing, brings a unique perspective as someone educated in Western institutions but living in China. His analysis combines game theory, historical p…

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Trump’s Oil Gamble: Can the US Really Control Iran, Gas Prices & the World Economy? | Tom Bilyeu Show LIVE

Tom Bilyeu hosts this episode covering global economic warfare, domestic policy failures, and cultural shifts. The discussion spans Trump's unconventional oil strategy during the Iran conflict, New Yo…

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The Man Who Predicted the Iran War 2 Years Ago Says We're Already in Phase Two — And There's No Exit Prof. Jiang Pt 1 | Impact Theory w Tom Bilyeu

Professor Jeong joins Paul to analyze the structural forces driving the Iran conflict, drawing on geopolitical theory from The Geographical Pivot of History by Halford Mackinder. Jeong, who predicted …

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America’s $39 Trillion Crisis: Iran War, Fraud, and the New Economic Reality | Tom Bilyeu Show LIVE

Tom Bilyeu hosts a live discussion covering major geopolitical and economic developments, focusing on the resignation of Joe Kent, director of the National Counterterrorism Center, who broke with the …

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From High-Frequency Trading to AI Agents: The Massive Opportunity Few See Coming | Tom's Deepdive

This analysis explores a massive structural shift in financial markets driven by AI agents that require entirely new infrastructure to operate. The speaker draws parallels to the high-frequency tradin…

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Iran Cuts Off US Oil, No Ally Wants To Help + Tucker Under Investigation + China Surrounds Taiwan | Tom Bilyeu Show Live

Tom Williams hosts his regular live show with co-host Drew, covering a weekend of intense geopolitical developments and social media chaos. Williams is a content creator focused on economics and geopo…

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The Middle East Is Destabilizing Faster Than Anyone Predicted, Political Poker: Trump, the Draft, Voting Laws, and Immigration Policy, and 5 More Headlines YOU Need to Know This Week | Weekly Recap

This episode covers rapid-fire news analysis spanning domestic policy, international conflicts, and media developments. The hosts discuss Trump's energy policies, the escalating Iran conflict, and var…

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Europe’s Slow Suicide: Immigration, Fake History, and the West’s Crisis of Confidence | Impact Theory w Tom Bilyeu Raymond Ibrahim pt. 2

Raymond Ibrahim, author of Sword and Scimitar and The Two Swords of Christ, discusses 1400 years of Islamic-Western conflict with the host. Ibrahim is a Middle Eastern historian who challenges mainstr…

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ISIS Attacker Killed by ROTC Students + GDP Crashes to 0.7% + Senate Bans the Digital Dollar | Tom Bilyeu Show LIVE

Tom Bilyeu hosts a live show covering multiple global crises, joined by co-host Drew as they analyze Iran's escalating conflict, domestic terror attacks, economic warning signs, and political developm…

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Raymond Ibrahim: Jefferson Left a Warning About Islam in 1786. The West Forgot It. | Impact Theory w Tom Bilyeu

Raymond Ibrahim, a Middle Eastern historian and author of Sword and Scimitar, joins Tom Bilyeu to discuss what he sees as fundamental misunderstandings about Islam in Western society. Ibrahim, born to…

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Iran’s Chokehold, Meta’s AI Gamble, and Trump’s $300B Power Play | Tom Bilyeu Show Live

Tom Bilyeu analyzes the escalating Iran conflict with co-host Drew, examining the strategic implications of Iran's decentralized military response and attacks on global shipping. The discussion covers…

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Draft Episode for Mar 10, 2026

This analysis examines the Iran conflict through an economic lens, arguing that the primary drivers are financial rather than humanitarian or nuclear concerns. The speaker presents a framework for und…

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Oil Price Shock Chaos, Trump’s High-Stakes Gamble, and AI’s Dark Frontier | The Tom Bilyeu Show Live

Tom Bilyeu hosts a live show analyzing the escalating Iranian crisis and its global economic implications. The discussion covers oil market volatility, geopolitical strategy, and emerging AI developme…

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What They’re Not Telling You About the Iran War: Power, Propaganda & Protest, The Collapse of White Collar Work: 20% Unemployment Predicted by AI Leaders, Bernie’s $4.4 Trillion Wealth Raid: Will It Destroy America’s Economy? | Weekly Recap

This episode features Tom Bilyeu analyzing two major disruptions reshaping global power dynamics: the U.S. military action against Iran and AI's accelerating impact on employment. Bilyeu breaks down t…

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Mating Crisis: Why The Rate Of Single Men Looking For Dates Has Declined | William Costello PT 2 (Fan Fave)

William Costello, a doctoral student researching incels and sexual psychology, joins Tom Bilyeu to examine the 'sex recession' and its implications for population collapse. Costello studies involuntar…

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Unraveling Iran War Narratives: Economics, AI, and Global Power Plays | Tom Bilyeu Show Live

Tom Bilyeu hosts a live episode analyzing the escalating conflict with Iran, joined by co-host Drew examining military strategy, economic motivations, and geopolitical implications. The discussion cov…

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The Same System That Crashed the Economy in 2008 Is Running Again — And It's Already Inside Your Retirement Account | Tom Bilyeu Deepdive

This analysis examines the growing risks in the $2 trillion private credit market, drawing parallels to the 2008 financial crisis. The speaker traces how regulatory changes after 2008 pushed risky len…

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"Trump Bombing Iran Just Increased Nuclear War Threat" The Terrifying Reality Andrew Bustamante Pt 2 | Impact Theory W Tom Bilyeu

Former CIA operative Andrew Bustamante returns to analyze the rapidly evolving Middle East crisis, bringing his intelligence background to decode the fog of war surrounding recent operations in Iran a…

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EMERGENCY PODCAST: Ex-CIA Spy Andrew Bustamante Breaks Down The Iran War | Impact Theory W Tom Bilyeu

Andrew Bustamante, former CIA intelligence officer, returns to discuss the escalating Iranian conflict and broader geopolitical implications. He analyzes the disconnect between official U.S. threat as…

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Jack Dorsey Fires Half His Company for AI—And Why You’re Next + World on Edge, Iran, Israel & More | Tom Bilyeu Show Live

Tom Bilyeu hosts this episode covering the seismic shift in AI's impact on employment, geopolitical tensions, and political developments. The discussion centers on Jack Dorsey's unprecedented decision…

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America’s Housing Crisis: Why You Can’t Afford a Home, Supreme Court Blocks Trump Tariffs, Democrats Hand Trump a Midterms Ad | Weekly Recap

This episode features analysis of current economic and political developments, focusing on housing affordability, tariff policy, and Trump's recent State of the Union address. The discussion covers th…

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Mating Crisis: Why The Rate Of Single Men Looking For Dates Has Declined | William Costello PT 1

Tom Bilyeu hosts William Costello, an evolutionary psychology researcher at the University of Texas at Austin under Dr. David Buss, to explore what Costello calls the modern 'mating crisis.' The conve…

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Surviving Economic Chaos: Inflation, AI Job Takeover, and Trump’s Wealth Wave | Impact Theory W Tom Bilyeu & Jaspreet Singh

This conversation features Jaspreet Singh, founder of Minority Mindset and Briefs Media (now Briefs Finance), discussing the current economic landscape with the host. Singh is a licensed attorney, ent…

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Central Banks Panic, Gold Soars—How to Protect Your Future in 2026 | Impact Theory W Tom Bilyeu & Jaspreet Singh

Jasper Singh, a finance expert specializing in market shifts and economic policy analysis, joins Tom Bilyeu to discuss the global monetary crisis and investment opportunities emerging from geopolitica…

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Cartel on Fire: Mexico’s Civil War Threat, Iranian Nukes, & Huckabee’s Middle East Blunder | Tom Bilyeu Show Live

Tom Bilyeu and Drew discuss escalating international crises across Mexico, Iran, and the Middle East. The conversation covers Mexico's cartel warfare following El Mencho's death, Iran's nuclear progra…

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AI Job Market 2026: Why the 1 Million Job Revision is a Warning for White-Collar Workers | Tom's Deepive

This episode features a deep analysis of current economic conditions and historical patterns of technological displacement. The host examines recently revised Bureau of Labor Statistics data showing m…

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Supreme Court Smacks Trump’s Tariffs, Prince Andrews Arrest An Elite Cover-Ups & Aliens Revealed? | The Tom Bilyeu Show Live

Tom Williams hosts a wide-ranging discussion covering Prince Andrew's arrest, Supreme Court decisions on tariffs, and declassified alien files. The show examines how information availability in the mo…

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The Netherlands Nukes Its Economy! The Truth Behind the 36% Unrealized Gains Tax, NYC Tax Hike Madness: Why Mamdani's “Freeze the Rent” Backfired on Day One, World War III? U.S. vs Iran, Russia & China – What You’re Not Being Told | Weekly Recap

This episode covers two major policy disasters unfolding simultaneously: the Netherlands' proposed unrealized gains tax and New York City's budget crisis under new leadership. The host analyzes the ec…

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How AI Will Disrupt The Entire World In 3 Years (Prepare Now While Others Panic) | Emad Mostaque PT 2 (Fan Fave)

This is part two of the conversation with Emod Mostaque, founder of Stability AI, the company behind Stable Diffusion. Tom Bilyeu explores the implications of AI achieving global scale, focusing on ch…

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How Marxism and Modernity Destroyed Our Culture — Rudyard Lynch (WhatIfAltHist) x Tom Bilyeu

The episode features Rudyard, creator of the WhatIfAltHist and History 102 YouTube channels, discussing civilizational decline, cultural breakdown, and revolutionary cycles with host Tom Bilyeu. Rudya…

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