In this episode, Mattimore explores the rise of Nostr, and why some are calling it the biggest boon to free speech since the 1st Amendment.

Topics Discussed

What is Nostr?
Why care about Nostr?
How to get started on Nostr?

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In this episode, Mattimore and Justin predict political, social, economic, and technological changes in the year 2023 (00:00:00)

Topics Discussed:

Political predictions (00:00:42)
Economic predictions (00:12:00)
Social predictions (00:27:26)
Technological predictions (00:44:28)

Future Scenarios:

West case scenario (00:59:50)
Best case scenario (01:09:05)
Most likely scenario (01:17:42)

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In this episode, Mattimore and Justin discuss the closed ecosystems that big tech companies control, and the movement that seeks to open them up. We also discuss chatGPT in the introduction (00:00)

Topics Discussed:

chatGPT update (00:52)
Walled gardens overview (16:17)
Battle 1: Apple vs Fortnite (21:06)
Battle 2: Apple vs Coinbase (22:15)
Battle 3: Apple vs Twitter (25:18)

Future Scenarios:

Worst case scenario (36:43)
Best case scenario (47:46)
Most likely scenario (53:37)

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In this episode, Mattimore and Justin discuss the rise of generative A.I. and its effects (00:00)

Topics discussed:

The current state of AI (00:42)
Generative AI explosion (02:05)
Types of Generative AI (09:48)
Generative AI use cases (18:19)

Future scenarios:

Worst case scenario (37:50)
Best case scenario (47:48)
Most likely scenario (52:16)

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In this episode, Mattimore and Justin discuss tradeoffs and best practices regarding "trusted third parties" 🔓 (00:00:00)Topics Discussed: FTX blow up - what happened (00:00:58) What are trusted third parties (00:06:49) Why not to trust third parties (00:07:55) Trusted third party hierarchy (00:10:44) Asset class custody hierarchy (00:19:35) How to minimize exposure to TTPs (00:24:16)Future Scenarios: Worst case scenario (00:50:37) Best case scenario (01:00:27) Most likely scenario (01:07:19)Thanks for tuning in 🔭 Website: hencethefuture.com/ Instagram: instagram.com/hencethefuture/ Twitter: twitter.com/hencethefuture YouTube: youtube.com/c/HenceTheFuturePodcast Hashtags: #trustedthirdparties #htf #hencethefuture

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Libertarian and Statist Philosophy

In this episode, Mattimore and Justin explore the philosophy and reality of libertarianism and statism. (00:00)

Topics discussed:

Nolan Chart (01:06)
Arguments for Statism (07:03)
Arguments for Libertarianism (14:12)
Stances on key issues (50:32)

Future Scenarios:

Worst case scenario (56:05)
Best case scenario (1:12:52)
Most likely scenario (1:24:32)

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Mandates, Truckers, Frozen Bank Accounts, and Bitcoin 🇨🇦

In this episode, Mattimore explores the freedom convoy, and what it means for the future of Canada and the world.

Topics discussed:

What sparked the freedom convoy
Canadian government’s response
What’s next for the movement
Bitcoin privacy best practices

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5 Steps to Navigate the Bitcoin Rabbit Hole 🕳🐇

In this episode, Mattimore explores the basics of Bitcoin.

Get off zero
Hold your own keys
Run your own node
Mine Bitcoin
Get on zero

BONUS: BTC books and resources

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Four Archetypes of the Mature Masculine 👑⚔️🧙‍♂️❤️

In this episode, Mattimore explores 4 ancient archetypes of the mature masculine, both in their fullest forms and in their shadow forms.

Topics Discussed:

Why makes a “good” man
4 archetypes of masculinity
Shadow forms of archetypes
King, Tyrant, Weakling
Warrior, Sadist, Masochist
Magician, Manipulator, Denier
Lover, Addicted, Impotent
Becoming Master of All 4

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Hashtags: #kingwarriormagicianlover #archetypes #htf

Special thanks to the co-authors of this book: "King, Warrior, Magician, Lover" by Douglas Gillette and Robert Moore

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The Remnant and The Future 🔆

In this episode, Mattimore explores the concept of “The Remnant” and what it means for the future.

Topics Discussed:

The concept of “the remnant”
Aleksander Svetski’s writing
Biblical story of Isaiah’s Job
Remnant, Parasites, Masses
Dormant, Active, Radical
The Matrix example
Heraclitus example
Historical examples
Current examples
Two visions for the future

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MMXXII 🗓

In this episode, Mattimore explores the challenges and opportunities we face in the year 2022.

Topics Discussed:

What makes 2022 pivotal
Where we are in cycles
Economic challenges
Political-social challenges
Trends around the world
Reasons to be optimistic

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How the fiat money system works 💸 In this episode, Mattimore explores the current stage in evolution of money, using Saifedean's new book, "The Fiat Standard" as a guide... Topics Discussed:

The evolution of money Transferring value across time Transferring value across space The history of fiat money High vs low time preference Comparing Bitcoin to fiat Next stage in the evolution

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Worst case scenario Best case scenario Most likely scenario

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Debt, Inflation, and Hyperbitcoinization ⏰

In this episode, Mattimore explores how the growing US debt burden is affecting financial markets, public policy measures, and individuals…

Topics Discussed:

Understanding the debt burden
Servicing interest on the debt
Who holds most federal debt
Elon’s tweets on Debt to GDP
Jack’s tweets on Hyperinflation
Food, Housing, Energy prices
3 options to deal with debt
Scylla and Charybdis
Purchasing power of USD

Future Scenarios:

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Most likely scenario

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Hashtags: #htf #us #debtclock #hyperbitcoinization

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How is climate change affecting surf breaks? 🏄‍♂️

In this episode, Mattimore explores how four major climate factors are affecting surf breaks worldwide, and the pros and cons of the various solutions being proposed to mitigate these effects…

Climate Effects Discussed:

Rising sea levels
More severe, frequent storms
Coral bleaching and pollution
Shifting wind patterns

Possible Solutions Discussed:

Add sand to beaches
Build a sea wall
Buy out property
Biological solutions
Carbon capture tech
X-factor technologies

Future Scenarios:

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Hashtags: #htf #futureofsurfing #surfing #climate

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On Bitcoin, Taxation, Religion, and Optimism 💭

In this episode, Mattimore answers some interesting questions...

Questions Answered:

Where are we in the current Bitcoin bull run?
Is taxing unrealized capital gains a good idea?
What are your personal thoughts on religion?
Are you optimistic about the next 6 months?

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Dawn of the decentralized web 🌐

In this episode, Mattimore explores the next stage in the evolution of the internet…

Topics Discussed:

What is Web 3.0?
Web 1, Web 2, Web 3
Top Web 3 applications
Web 3 finance: Bitcoin
Web 3 social: Bitclout
Web 3 gaming: Loot
Web 3 music: Royal
Web 3 science: Principia
Future impact of Web 3

Future Scenarios:

Worst case scenario
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Most likely scenario

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Hashtags: #htf #web3 #futureoftheinternet

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The Bear Case & Bull Case for Ethereum 📈♢📉

In this episode, Mattimore explores the bear case and bull case for the world’s second largest cryptocurrency and blockchain.

Topics Discussed:

Origin story of Ethereum
Ethereum’s historic evolution
ICOs, Alt-Coins, Defi, NFTs
Problem of high gas fees
Recent EIP 1559 update
Comparing ETH to Bitcoin
Comparing ETH to Solana

Future Scenarios:

The bear case for Ethereum
The bull case for Ethereum
The most likely scenario

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Hashtags: #htf #eth #ethereum #futureofethereum

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Making sense of a changing world 🌏

In this episode, Brett Ewer and Mattimore Cronin discuss what the US withdrawal from Afghanistan signals about how the world is changing…

Topics Discussed:

Significance of US withdrawal
Was taking military in Afghanistan a mistake?
Once there, when should the US have left?
Mission objectives: security vs nation building
Which mission objectives succeeded vs failed
Why the Afghan government fell so quickly
What the US withdrawal signals to the world
Lessons for US to take from its longest war
How other countries are likely to respond
Three poles of power emerging in the world
Western liberalism vs authoritarianism
The blockchain and sovereign individualism
From "Pax Americana" to "Pax Bitcoinica"
Open questions that are still TBD

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Hashtags: #htf #afghanistan #usa #earth

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Why (and how) Apple plans to scan your photos and messages in iOS 15 🔎

In this episode, Mattimore discusses the fallout from Apple’s recent - and highly controversial - privacy changes.

Topics Discussed:

Apple’s recent announcements
Backlash over privacy concerns
Backlash over security concerns
Apple’s historic focus on privacy
How CSAM detection feature works
How iMessage detection feature works
Arguments for CSAM detection
Arguments against CSAM detection
Arguments for iMessage nude detection
Arguments against iMessage nude detection
Future implications of these changes

Future Scenarios:

Worst case scenario
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Most likely scenario

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Hashtags: #htf #apple #csam #privacy #security

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Is the USA paving the way to formal Bitcoin adoption? 🇺🇸

In this episode, Mattimore explores how the US is approaching Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies in the 2021 Infrastructure bill and beyond...

Topics Discussed

The infrastructure bill
The crypto provision
The crypto voting block
Wyden-Toomey-Lummis amendment
Portman-Warner-Sinema amendment
Jack Dorsey’s proposed amendment
The case for formal adoption
Solving the Triffin dilemma

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The Next Evolution of the Internet 🪐🕹

In this episode, Mattimore explores the burgeoning Metaverse: a persistent, virtual environment, which is emerging as the successor to today’s internet…

Topics Discussed:

Defining the metaverse
3 key attributes to the metaverse:
Why all the Metaverse hype right now
Facebook becoming “a metaverse company”
Microsoft building “an enterprise metaverse”
Exploring interspace and outer space
Unlocking next levels of achievement
China vs USA take on the metaverse
Challenges to overcome in the future

Future Scenarios:

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Hashtags: #htf #metaverse #buildingthemetaverse

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Scalable, Global, Instant BTC Payments ⚡️

In this episode, Mattimore explores the future of the Bitcoin lightning network…

Topics Discussed

Bitcoin’s scalability problem
Lightning Network as a solution
How the Lightning Network works
Why the Lightning Network matters
Alternative scaling solutions
Dogecoin, Bitcoin Cash, Ethereum
Digital Dollar, Digital Euro, Digital Yuan
Next phase of Bitcoin’s evolution
Gresham’s Law v Thier’s Law
Best Lightning Network apps
Trends to watch for the future

Future Scenarios:

Worst case scenario
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Most likely scenario

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Hashtags: #htf #bitcoin #lightningnetwork

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What’s behind the recent rise in ransomware attacks? 🧐

In this episode, Mattimore explores how REvil and other ransomware groups operate, why ransomware attacks are occurring more and more frequently, and what we can do as cyber defenders to protect ourselves in the future…

Topics Discussed:

Why Did REvil disappear?
How do Ransomware hacker groups operate?
Why are ransomware attacks on the rise now?
How do the hackers infiltrate “secure” systems?
Let’s look at the 5 main types of Cyber Attacks…
How to defend against ransomware attacks

Future Scenarios:

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Most likely scenario

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Hashtags: #htf #ransomware #cybersecurity

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Inside the Government’s Preliminary Report on UAPs 🛸

In this episode, Mattimore explores the highly anticipated US Government report on UAPs - Unidentified Aerial Phenomena.

Topics Discussed:

What’s in the report
Commonalities in data
Possible explanations
Glitch / Malfunction
USA / Foreign Tech
Airborne Clutter
Natural Phenomenon
The “Other” category
FLIR UAP sighting
GIMBAL UAP sighting
GOFAST UAP sighting
Known unknowns

Future Scenarios:

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Hashtags: #htf #uap #unidentifiedaerialphenomena

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The Hearing Health Revolution 🔊

In this episode, Mattimore sits down with Dave Kemp to explore where the hearing health industry, and hearing technology in general, is heading...

Topics Discussed:

Hearing loss, deafness, tinnitus
Why isn’t there a cure yet?
Primary causes of hearing loss
Treatments for hearing loss
mRNA + bio-technology solutions
Neuralink + neural implant solutions
Bimodal stimulation for tinnitus
Anti-aging tactics for hearing loss
AirPods impact on hearing industry
Reducing stigma of hearing aids
Hearing aids vs. hearables
Machine learning solutions
Future of hearing technology

Future Scenarios:

Worst case scenario
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Hashtags: #htf #hearingtechnology #hearingtech

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Which jobs are immune from automation? 🧐

In this episode, Mattimore explores which job sectors are most and least likely to be disrupted by automation in the future.

Futureproof Job Sectors:

The Crypto Economy
The Soft Skills Economy
The Creator Economy
At-Risk Job Sectors

Future Scenarios:

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Battling for Crypto Dominance ⚔️

In this episode, Mattimore explores the rapidly evolving cryptocurrency landscape, including which of the top 14 cryptocurrencies are best positioned to dominate in the future.

Topics Discussed:

What caused the current crypto bear market
Where we are in the crypto market cycle
Who is buying and who is selling
Proof of work vs proof of stake
Solving byzantine generals problem
Bitcoin, Ethereum, Alt Coins
Central Bank Digital Currencies

Crypto Predictions:

Bitcoin (BTC)
Ethereum (ETH)
Tether (USDT)
Cardano (ADA)
Binance (BNB)
Ripple (XRP)
Dogecoin (DOGE)
USDC Coin (USDC)
Polkadot (DOT)
Uniswap (UNI)
Internet Computer (ICP)
Bitcoin Cash (BCH)
Chainlink (LINK)
Litecoin (LTC)

Future Scenarios:

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Inflation Tipping Points 💸

In this episode, Mattimore explores 7 inflation indicators for 2021. Plus, at the end of the episode, we look at the best performing asset classes for protecting your wealth during a runaway inflation scenario.

Topics Discussed:

Official inflation rate
Google search trends
Lumber prices
Home prices
Gas prices
Employment numbers
Arizona Iced Tea prices

BONUS: Best assets to hedge against inflation

Future Scenarios:

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Most likely scenario

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Hashtags: #htf #hencethefuture #inflation #2021

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The Bear and Bull Case for Dogecoin

In this episode, Mattimore explores arguments for and against Dogecoin going “to the moon” 🐕 🚀 🌙

Topics Discussed

Dogecoin origin story
Dogecoin fundamentals
Dogecoin supply and security
Comparing Dogecoin to Bitcoin
Comparing Dogecoin to Ethereum
Comparing Dogecoin to Gamestop
Comparing Dogecoin to Alt-coins
The power of network effects
Why Elon promotes Dogecoin
Crypto portfolio allocation
Crypto investment cycles
The future of Dogecoin

Future Scenarios:

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Most likely scenario

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Hashtags: #htf #hencethefuture #dogecoin #doge

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The Transformative Life of Ram Dass

In this episode, Mattimore tells the story of Ram Dass’ life: how he transformed from Dr. Richard Alpert, a Harvard professor at the top of the “somebody” game, into Ram Dass, a “nobody” who relinquished all worldly attachments…

Topics Discussed:

Early life as Richard Alpert
Harvard Psychedelic Research
Timothy Leary friendship
Life at Millbrook Commune
Spiritual journey to India
Neem Karoli Baba and Ram Dass
Revelations and teachings
Views on life and death
Twilight years of Ram Dass
Parables and stories

“The game is not about becoming somebody, it’s about becoming nobody” - Ram Dass

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Both sides of the capital gains tax argument 🏛

In this episode, Mattimore explores why the Biden Administration is proposing to raise capital gains taxes right now, how that is likely to affect the economy, and what the arguments are for and against this proposal.

Topics Discussed:

Why the Biden Admin seeks to raise capital gains taxes
Arguments against raising the top capital gains tax rate
Arguments for raising the top capital gains tax rate
Responses to criticisms for raising capital gains tax
The four turnings and the long term debt cycle
Where the US economy is likely to go from here

Future Scenarios:

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Hashtags: #htf #hencethefuture #capitalgains #taxes

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Understanding Tolkien’s Legendarium 🧙‍♂️

In this episode, Mattimore is joined by Stephen Kipp and Brett Ewer to discuss the hidden meaning behind Tolkien's major works - The Silmarillion, The Hobbit, and The Lord of the Rings - Plus, what Tolkien would have to say about the future were he with us here today.

Topics Discussed:

Invention vs. Discovery of Myth
The Creation of The Universe
The Creation of Earthly Beings
Sub-Creative Powers
Races in Tolkien’s Universe
Use of the Elvish perspective
Language, Culture, Thought
Myth versus Allegory
Fate vs Free Will
Battles of the Psyche
Divine Archetypes
Cyclicality of History
Quest Reversals
Death and immortality
Morality of Good and Evil
Industry and Technology
Corruptive Nature of Power
Criticisms of Tolkien’s Work
Tolkien’s views on the future

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Hashtags: #htf #hencethefuture #tolkien #jrrtolkien

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Everything you need to know about mRNA vaccines 🔬

In this episode, Mattimore explores how messenger RNA (mRNA) vaccines work, why they are such a game changer for bio-technology, the pros and cons of mRNA compared to traditional vaccines, and their future potential for mRNA vaccines to treat viruses far beyond COVID-19...

Topics Discussed:

How traditional work
How mRNA vaccines work
Challenges with mRNA vaccines
Benefits of mRNA vaccines
mRNA facts versus fiction
What the research shows
Current mRNA trials and studies
Potential future applications

Future Scenarios:

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Hashtags: #htf #hencethefuture #mRNA #mRNAvaccine

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Who are the greatest thinkers of all time? 💭

In this special easter egg episode, Mattimore shares who he considers to be the greatest thinkers of all time, both living and dead. At the end of the episode, he also shares his list of all-time greatest books and podcasts.

See both definitive lists on HenceTheFuture.com under Episode 140. Enjoy!

Topics Discussed:

5 Greatest Thinkers of the Past (i.e. no longer living)
5 Greatest Thinkers of the Present (i.e. living)
Greatest Books and Podcasts of all time

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Hashtags: #htf #hencethefuture #greatestthinkers

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Is infinite progress possible? ✨

In this episode, Mattimore explores “The Beginning of Infinity,” a concept developed by physicist David Deutsch, which seeks to answer the question: “Is infinite progress possible?”

In other words, is it possible for humanity to continue making more and more progress, accumulating ever greater knowledge and understanding of the universe, and ever greater ability to control our environment, or is progress “bounded” in some way...

Topics Discussed

How good explanations transform reality
Instinctive, cultural, and scientific knowledge
What makes for a “good explanation?”
The nature of knowledge and progress
Seeking a “theory of everything”
Possible limits to progress
Possible limits to understanding
Light, infinity, and consciousness
Dark matter and dark energy
We are always at the beginning

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Why NFTs are Here to Stay 🪙 🔐

In this episode, Mattimore explores the rise of non-fungible tokens (NFTs), and the future of digital ownership.

Topics Discussed:

What NFTs are
How NFTs work
What gives NFTs value
Benefits and problems
Notable NFT platforms
Decentralized finance
Art, music, movie royalties
The creator economy
Future NFT applications
Future of digital ownership

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Travel, Tourism, and Adventure in the 2020s🗺

In this episode, Mattimore explores with future of travel, tourism, and adventure in the world after COVID with travel aficionado, Bryce Caster.

Topics Discussed:

The value of travel and adventure
How COVID has impacted travel
Common misconceptions about travel
How to avoid with danger while traveling
The ethics of “digital nomad arbitrage”
How tech helps and hinders travel
Difficulty finding “true wilderness”
Solo travel vs. companion travel
Cultural differences around the world
Perceptions of America abroad
Adventure as a mindset
Future of travel in the 2020s

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Browser Wars, iOS 14 Changes, and The Emergence of Web 3.0 🌐

In this episode, Mattimore explores how imminent changes to iOS 14 and online tracking mechanisms will impact the future of the open web.

Topics discussed:

Why the ad industry is changing
The online privacy movement
Anti-trust, regulations, competition
Comparing Web 1.0, 2.0, & 3.0
Apple’s iOS 14 announcement
Facebook’s response to iOS 14
Google’s announcement re: cookies
Competition among advertisers
Competition among browsers
Decentralization

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Mental Models for Reality 🌌

In this episode, Mattimore explores some of the most prominent mental models for describing the universe and understanding reality.

Models Discussed:

Raw perceptions
Instinctive model
Geocentric model
Heliocentric model
Expanding universe model
Relativistic model
YOUniverse model
Indra’s Net of Jewels
Dramatic model
Ceramic model
Organic model

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Real estate in 2021 and beyond 🏡

In this episode, Mattimore explores why the Federal Reserve just sounded the alarm on commercial real estate, why the residential real estate market continues to boom despite the pandemic, and how technology, human behavior, and global financial trends are changing the dynamics of real estate in 2021 and beyond…

Topics Discussed:

Commercial real estate warning
Residential real estate boom
Are we in a bubble?
The great financial reset
Technological changes
Behavioral changes
Disintermediation
Investment considerations
Inequality and the future

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Gold, Silver, and “The Great Reset” 💸

In this episode, Mattimore compares the future value of gold and silver to other assets like Bitcoin, stocks, bonds, real estate, and fiat currencies. We also look at the history of price suppression in the precious metals markets, and predict what the next phase of the global financial system will look like after “The Great Reset.”

Topics Discussed:

Silver short squeeze attempt
Gold & silver price suppression
Fractional banking system
History of gold & silver
Gold standard in Ancient Rome
Gold standard in pre-WWI Britain
Interwar period fiat currencies
Bretton Woods and the US dollar
Overspending through Cold War
Nixon goes off gold standard 1971
Modern market manipulation
2008 sub-prime mortgage crisis
Why China stopped buying US debt
2020 COVID relief & money supply
Bitcoin vs Gold: Comparing assets
Bitcoin & gold vs fiat & bonds
"The Great Reset" and beyond

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How to Master the Game of Life 🥷 In this episode, Mattimore explores the concept of gamifying your life with Eric Siu, investor, founder and author of the forthcoming book on the topic, “Leveling Up: How to Master the Game of Life.” Topics Discussed:

Benefits of treating life like a video game What it means to “win” at the game of life The life gamification movement on Reddit How to level up at the early stages of life How to level up at the later stages of life How to escape a downward spiral How to develop Batman’s toolbelt of skills Gaining leverage via labor, code, media, capital Nature of reality: why fate favors the bold

Rapid Fire Questions:

How long will it take to develop true Artificial General Intelligence? How concerned are you about joblessness due to automation? Is some form of Universal Basic Income eventually inevitable? How far will we be able to extend longevity in the near future? How valuable will Bitcoin and Ethereum become in the future? What are your thoughts on free will vs determinism?

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$GME Changes Everything 🕹

In this episode, Mattimore explores what the GameStop saga means for the future of financial markets…

Topics Discussed:

The short squeeze set up
The case for GameStop
Reddit, WSB, social media
Underlying motives
The nostalgia factor
Pirates vs farmers
Robinhood perceptions
How trading really works
GRUNCH of Giants
Decentralized finance
The next 10 years

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The timeline of your life ⛰

In this episode, Mattimore explores the benefits of creating a “lifeline” to map out the highs and lows of your past, present, and future.

Topics Discussed:

How lifelines work
Why lifelines work
Benefits of lifelines

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Replenish Your Creativity ✨

In this episode, Mattimore explores Julia Cameron’s method for discovering and rediscovering your creative self as described by Julia Cameron in her book, “The Artist’s Way: A Spiritual Path to Higher Creativity”

Topics Discussed:

Replenishing creativity
Morning pages
Artist’s totem
Artist’s date
Removing obstructions
Creativity exercises
Synchronicity

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How Jan 6th, 2021 impacts the future 🏛

In this episode, Mattimore and Brett Ewer discuss the events that took place on January 6th, 2021, and how those events are likely to affect the future of Trump, the future of The Republican Party, the future of the online information ecosystem, and the future of America itself.

Topics Discussed:

What happened on Jan 6, 2021
How bad it might have been
How it was able to happen at all
Whether it could have succeeded
Who is most at fault
Likely fallout for Trump
Likely fallout for the GOP
Free speech and censorship
Fallout on social platforms
The future of America

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What makes enthymemes so persuasive? 💥

In this episode, Mattimore explores the persuasive power of enthymemes...

Topics Discussed:

What are enthymemes
Why makes them so powerful
3 key elements of persuasion
Hintergedanken / sub-conscious
Political enthymemes
Comedic enthymemes
Marketing enthymemes
Mark Twain enthymemes
The “Click… Whirr” response
Wojak meme culture

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What will happen in the year 2021? 🔮

In this special episode, Mattimore shares 21 predictions for the year 2021…

2021 Predictions:

Bitcoin predictions
Housing crisis predictions
Economic predictions
Vaccine predictions
Medical predictions
Climate predictions
Transportation predictions
Remote work predictions
Startup predictions
AI predictions
Space race predictions
US-China predictions
Latin America predictions
Tech hub predictions
Europe predictions
Russia predictions
Middle East predictions
Political predictions
Education predictions
Energy predictions
Hence The Future predictions

Happy New Year! 🎉

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“A rising tide lifts all boats” ⛵️⤴

In this episode, Mattimore explores the rise in Techno-Optimism, and how we might actually be able to solve the world’s most difficult challenges through technology and innovation.

Topics Discussed:

Energy as the tide that lifts all boats
Reductions in clean energy costs
Gains in battery efficiencies
Virtuous cycle of clean energy
Nuclear fusion vs fission
Decarbonization technology
The Modern Day Space Race
Manufacturing in zero gravity
Mining asteroids for raw materials
Mining new veins of knowledge
Solar punk vs cyber punk
Integrating the collective

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“It will change everything” 🔬

In this episode, Mattimore explores the recent breakthrough that just occurred…

Google’s Deep Mind has finally solving the 50 year old “protein folding problem” with AlphaFold 2. What are the potential impacts and implications that this breakthrough may have on the future of bioengineering? What does this milestone mean in the broader context of Artificial Intelligence? Tune in to Episode 124 for a bird's eye view of what AlphaFold means for the world.

Topics Discussed:

Protein Folding Problem
AlphaFold Breakthrough
Potential Applications
DeepMind Milestones
Current State of AI
Major players in AI

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Why the rate of change post-2020 is speeding up 🚀

In this episode, Mattimore explores what many are calling “The Great Acceleration” of 2020 and beyond...

Broad Topics:

Why even Peter Thiel is optimistic now
Great Stagnation —> Great Acceleration
Paradigm shifts in 2020 and beyond
Physical space vs geodesic space
Decentralized finance and contracts
Decentralized media and information
Remote work and collaboration
Remote education networks
Vaccines, mRNA, and anti-aging
Space as an endless frontier
Renewable energy innovation
Blockchain technology and meta data
Disintermediation of gatekeepers
Sovereign individuals and collectives
Shifts in the cybernetic collective
Layer 0 of future civilization

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The Path to Cyber Realism 👾

In this episode, Mattimore explores how gaming is driving technological progress. He also debunks myths and misconceptions surrounding video games, and summarizes what we know about video games’ effects on the brain through research. Lastly, Mattimore paints a picture of what the future of gaming will look like once VR, AR, and mixed reality technologies have become fully mature and have been fully integrated into society…

Broad Topics:

Where is gaming technology heading?
Where are we now on the path to cyber realism?
Building games within games (Roblox, Minecraft)
Gaming vs TV vs Social Media
Video Game Myths Busted
Pros and cons of gaming
Comparing Chess and Fortnite
Learning about reality through gaming
Mapping the physical world in cyberspace
How gaming is driving the future of technology
Education, training, and gaming simulations
Key statistics on the gaming industry
Music discovery through video games
Influencers, streamers, and e-sports

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How to live a good life 🌤

In this episode, Mattimore explores Stoicism and Epicureanism: two moral frameworks for how to live a good life and overcome life's challenges...

Broad Topics:

Ataraxia and Eudaimonia
Marcus Aurelius and Alan Watts
Way of life for a Stoic / Epicurean
Arguments in favor of Epicureanism
Arguments in favor of Stoicism
Epicurean strategies for a good life
Stoic strategies for a good life

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“You have power over your mind - not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength.” - Marcus Aurelius

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Where the American psyche goes from here 🇺🇸

In this episode, Brett Ewer and Mattimore discuss America after Trump...

That means we get into how and why the American psyche appears to be splitting in two right now, much like an amoeba. We also discuss possible ways we may unify as a nation, disruptive changes that are ahead, and the wisest course of action that we could take for the future of America.

Broad Topics:

Reasons to be hopeful
Dangers on the horizon
The American consensus
Censorship and free speech
Issues with the Democratic Party
Issues with the Republican Party
Potential policy changes ahead
Technology, disruption, innovation
America’s information ecosystem
What life will be like from 2021-2024

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Predicting the Next 4 Years 🇺🇸

In this episode, Mattimore and Brett share their predictions for the 2020 US Presidential Election…

Key Questions

Who will win the presidency?
13 keys to the White House model
National Polls / Betting markets

What will the fallout be?

If Biden wins by a landslide
If Trump wins by a landslide
If Biden wins by a slim margin
If Trump wins by a slim margin

Future scenarios

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PS. We will be releasing a “post-game” episode later this week once the initial election results are in!

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Reimagining Reality from a 1st Person POV

In this episode, Mattimore explores a concept developed by Douglas Harding in his book, “The Science of the 1st Person"

Key topics:

The science of the 1st person (science-1)
The science of the 3rd person (science-3)
Differences between the two approaches
How both sciences complement each other
Reimagining reality from a 1st person POV

Experiments:

Movement experiment
Mirror experiment
Headless experiment
Face to no face experiment

Life cycle of a subject:

Childhood
Adulthood
Seer stage

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The hidden motives of everyday life 🐘

In this episode, Mattimore sits down with Robin Hanson, co-author of the best-selling book, "The Elephant in the Brain: Hidden Motives of Everyday Life"

Topics Discussed:

The “real reasons” we do what we do
How signaling reveals our hidden motives
Examples of signaling in everyday life
Prestige and dominance hierarchies
Education, AI, jobs, technology

Rapid Fire Questions:

Has progress been slowing down recently?
How close are we to achieving AGI?
Are emulations the most likely path to AGI?
Which “great filter” will be most challenging?
Odds that we are living in a simulation?

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Superstition, delusion, and the things that keep us up at night 👻 In this special Halloween edition of HTF, Mattimore sits down with writer and artist Claire Cronin to discuss the topics raised in her forthcoming book, “Blue Light of the Screen: On Horror, Ghosts, and God.” Topics Discussed:

Horror Ghosts God Memories Our increasingly digital reality

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The final months of 2020 🗓

In this episode, Mattimore explores how Trump’s recent COVID-19 diagnosis is likely to effect the debates, the election, the COVID-19 response, and the economy.

Broad Topics:

Trump’s diagnosis
Upcoming debates
The Nov 3 election
COVID-19 respons
Upcoming flu season
Economic outlook

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Taking the path of least resistance to grow your brand 🌈

Topics Discussed:

Emergent marketing
Emergent phenomena
Layers of emergence
Perennial marketing
Turning coffee into code
Courage, curiosity, authenticity
Understanding human nature
Leveraging the power of AI
Finding a wormhole to emerge
The way of “effortless doing”

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Are we the first advanced civilization on earth? 🧐

In this episode, Mattimore explores a thought experiment known as the Silurian Hypothesis. The Silurian Hypothesis seeks to answer a seemingly obvious question: Are we the first advanced civilization on earth? How do we know?

Topics Discussed:

What is the Silurian Hypothesis?
Why this thought experiment is useful
Defining “advanced civilization”
Looking back through earth’s history
The development of hominid species
Pre-hominid boom and bust cycles
The 6 mass extinction events
Limitations to seeing into the past
Traces of civilization that survive longest
The archaeological method
Plate tectonics, weather, entropy
Conditions needed for fossilization
What makes PETM especially interesting
Assessing the Silurian hypothesis
References in ancient history
The search for exoplanets

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Into the Quantum Multiverse 🌌

In this episode, Mattimore explores the various interpretations of quantum mechanics, including The Copenhagen Interpretation, The Many Worlds Interpretation, Hidden Variable Theory, Quantum Field Theory, The Simulation Hypothesis, and Hilbert Space

Topics Discussed:

The #1 question in all of quantum mechanics
Contrasting classical and quantum realities
The double slit experiment and wave-particle duality
Schrödinger equation, technology, and modeling reality
Arguments for and against the Copenhagen interpretation
Arguments for and against the Many Worlds interpretation
The narrow scope of our own perception
Mental models for conceiving of reality

Rapid Fire Concepts:

The Simulation Hypothesis
Hidden Variable Theory
Quantum Field Theory
Hilbert Space

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Rise of the Solopreneur 👨‍💻🚀

In this episode, Mattimore sits down with renowned rapper, podcaster, and creative entrepreneur, Zuby, to discuss why more and more people are choosing solopreneurship, and what that means for the future...

Broad Topics:

Why so many are choosing solopreneurship
Working for yourself vs working for/with someone else
How to maximize your potential and achieve freedom
The hard work it takes to become an “overnight success”
How to get started on the path of solopreneurship
Power of building something that compounds in value
Authenticity and attracting the right audience
Phenomenon of “bullsh*t jobs” and inefficiencies
Time management tactics as a solopreneur

Rapid Fire Questions:

Predictions on unemployability and automation
By what year, if ever, will we machines become smarter than humans?
Will consciousness arise in machines that have sufficient intelligence?
What do you perceive as the biggest threat to human civilization?
What new technology or innovation are you most excited about?

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Life safety skills that aren’t taught in schools ⚠️

In this episode, Mattimore sits down with Jonathan Cristall, veteran LA prosecutor and author of the forthcoming book “What They Don’t Teach Teens,” to discuss how to navigate the various “land mines” of adolescence.

Broad Topics:

JC’s perspective as a prosecutor, father, and former troubled teen
Knowing your rights during police interactions
How to improve the criminal justice system
What to do when you’re pulled over at a traffic stop
Do you have to answer police officer’s questions?
Is it lawful to film the police? New iOS feature
Do you have to comply with a police search?
Knowing your 4th and 5th amendment rights
The myth that (undercover) cops cannot lie to you
How to end police interactions: “Am I free to go or am I being detained?”
Situational awareness and “keeping your head on a swivel”
How to protect yourself in a robbery scenario
How to protect yourself in a kidnapping scenario
Sextortion and what to do if it happens to you
The 80/60/50 rule and misconceptions around sexual assault
Your digital footprint, and staying safe online
Active vs passive digital footprint
Negative vs positive digital footprint
How to clean up a troublesome past
Predictions for the future

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Being a Kid in the Digital Age 👾

In this episode, Mattimore sits down with Steve Morris, author of the best-selling book: “What Size Balls Do I Need?” to explore how the essence of what it means to be a kid is changing…

Broad Topics:

What has changed about being a kid in 2020?
The importance of sports for childhood development
At what age kids should be allowed unregulated screen time
At what age kids should be allowed to have social media accounts
How to balance the pros and cons of being a “digital native”
The natural progression of humans already being cyborgs
Kids being able to “fact check” parents and teachers
The future of education, college, and learning
The future of jobs, income, and automation
Policies for improving childhood wellbeing

Rapid Fire Questions:

Does college still make sense from a cost-benefit perspective?
By what year will machines become smarter than humans?
Will sufficiently intelligent machines also have consciousness?
What will be the average lifespan of kids born in the year 2020?
What will the most sought-after job be for kids growing up in 2030?
One piece of advice you could give to every kid in America right now?

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The art of steering reality 𐃏

In this episode, Mattimore explores the future of cybernetics.

The inspiration for this episode is a quote from Elon Musk: "We're all plugged in like nodes on the network, like leaves on a big tree. We're all feeding this network with our questions and answers. We're all collectively programming the AI. We are all one giant cybernetic collective.”

Broad Topics:

What is cybernetics?
Cybernetics in the plant and animal world
Cybernetics in the human world
Psycho-cybernetics
Cybernetics in the machine world
Human-machine cybernetic collectives

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Surviving the apocalypse 🔥⛈🌋💣👾🪓

In this episode, Mattimore explores a thought experiment… What if civilization ended tomorrow?

What would you do if your devices stopped working, your water stopped running, and chaos broke out in the streets? Do you have a plan? Do you have the supplies needed to survive? Do you have the skills necessary to provide the basics - water, food, and shelter - for yourself and for those you love? Let’s say you and I are able to survive the apocalypse… how might we go about rebuilding civilization from scratch? Another way of asking the same question is: If civilization were started today, how might it progress differently than it did in our own history? And even if civilization doesn’t end anytime soon, what can we learn through this thought experiment about how best to colonize Mars and how improve life here on Earth?

The inspiration for this episode comes from a Richard Feynman quote…

When asked what sentence holds the most information in the fewest words, Richard Feynman said, “It is the atomic hypothesis… that all things are made of atoms - little particles that move around in perpetual motion, attracting each other when they are a little distance apart, but repelling upon being squeezed into one another.”

In the spirit of Richard Feynman, we’ve packed as much useful survival information as possible into this 37 minute episode. Enjoy!

Broad Topics:

Possible ways that civilization could end
How to go about getting the essentials?
Rule of 3’s: 3 mins no air, 3 days no water, 3 weeks no food
How to find, purify, and store water
How to think about food security
How to start growing your own
Key principles of farming
Four crop rotation
How to preserve food
Where to go for shelter
Urban vs rural living
Creating an ecosystem
Surviving the elements
How to generate charcoal
Harnessing a power supply
How civilization may progress differently
Leapfrogging the industrial revolution
The future is sustainable
Rebuilding from first principles
The scientific method
Collaboration as a superpower
Forming a system of governance
How best to colonize Mars
How to improve life on earth

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How big technology companies - Facebook, Apple, Amazon, Google - plan to stay on top forever 👾

In this episode, Alex Kantrowitz joins Mattimore to discuss his best-selling book, “Always Day One: How the Tech Titans Plan to Stay on Top Forever.”

Broad Topics:

The “Always Day One” mindset
How Apple’s minset is different
Google and the future of artificial intelligence
Amazon’s “hands off the wheel” culture
The future of automation, jobs, and innovation
Facebook’s feedback culture and rapid development pace
How to minimize disinformation while preserving free speech
Google’s collaborative culture and potential for AI dominance
The shift from a “gig economy” to a “hustle economy”
How changing US-China relations will impact big tech
Congress’ antitrust hearing

Rapid Fire Questions:

By what year do you predict we will achieve artificial super-intelligence?
Will consciousness eventually arise within AI systems?
What is the single greatest threat to human civilization right now?
What new tech development are you most excited about?
Should the US government ban Tik-Tok?

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What if you could write in plain English instead of code, and the computer would just… understand you? 🤔

In this episode, Mattimore explores the impact that GPT-3, and natural language processing algorithms at large, will have on our economy, our society, our workforce, and our collective future.

Broad Questions:

What is GPT-3?
Why is GPT-3 game changing?
What does the future look like?

GPT-3 Applications:

Debuild.co - Build any app. Simply describe what you want your app to do in plain English, and you can start using the app within seconds
Figma plugin - Describe any design in plain English, and GPT-3 will build the design assets for you in seconds
Email composer - Generate an email response in your personal style
Machine learning models - Generate code for a machine learning model by simply saying what you want the model to do in plain English
Jokes, Stories, Essays - Write stories, jokes, and insightful essays that people will not realize were written by an algorithm
Simplify the complex - Translate any complex information, such as quantum computing into something that a second grader can understand
Legal work - Translate any legal doc into plain English (or vice versa)
Chat bots and Smart Assistants - Why hire a personal assistant?
How GPT-3 works, and what makes it superior to GPT-2
Does GPT-3 pass the Turing test?

How NLP algorithms will transform:

The education system
Entrepreneurship
Programming
News and journalism
Writing and entertainment
Jobs and income

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The Future of Bitcoin, Cryptocurrencies, and the Blockchain

In this episode, Anthony Pompliano joins Mattimore to discuss the future of Bitcoin and the global financial system.

Broad Topics

Why has every fiat currency in history eventually gone to zero?
What does Ray Dalio mean when he says “cash is trash?”
Comparing Bitcoin to fiat currencies like the US dollar
Comparing Bitcoin to gold and silver, stocks, and other asset classes
Comparing Bitcoin to other cryptocurrencies like Libra and Ethereum
What would it take for a new digital currency to surpass Bitcoin?
Quantum computing and hacking the blockchain
The future of national digital currencies
The future of corporate digital currencies
What is Bitcoin “backed by?”
The legacy financial system
A decentralized financial system

Rapid Fire Questions:

What platform do you recommend for buying and holding Bitcoin?
Is it wise to store your bitcoin on a hard drive rather than via a third party?
What’s your thesis on automation, jobs, and universal basic income?
What is the single greatest existential threat to civilization right now?
What advice would you give to a young investor who is just getting started?

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Supersonic Planes, Missiles, and Automobiles 💥🚀

In this episode, Mattimore explores how supersonic travel, weaponry, and defenses are evolving…

Broad Topics:

Supersonic air travel
Supersonic ground travel
Supersonic weapons and defenses
The future of war, defense, AI, and cyber-security

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Why do we believe what we believe? 💡

In this episode, Mattimore discusses the differences between “idea labs” and “echo chambers,” two concepts coined by Tim Urban via his blog “Wait But Why,” and the impact that each is likely to have on the future of society.

Broad Topics:

Idea labs
Echo chambers
Straw man vs. steel man arguments
Paul Graham’s Hierarchy of Disagreement (from highest to lowest): refuting the central point; refuting a key point; counter-arguments; contradictions; responding to tone; ad hominem attacks; name calling
Emergence tower of politics
Are echo chambers on the rise?
Are our politics more divided now?
Why are echo chambers on the rise?
How to promote idea lab thinking
Zero sum status games
Positive sum wealth games
The intellectual dark web
The legacy media industry
The puzzle of free speech
Shifting Overton windows
Looking toward the future

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How stand-up comedy is changing now and in the future 🎭

In this episode, stand up comic Aaron Weber joins Mattimore to discuss what it’s like to be a comedian in the year 2020, what makes a joke funny, the perils of cancel culture, limitations to free speech, the value that comedy brings to society, and how comedy is likely to evolve in the future...

Broad Topics:

What is your go-to process for coming up with jokes?
What makes something funny? The science and art of comedy
6 dimensions of humor: naughty, clever, cute, bizarre, mean, relatable
Value that comedy brings to society: relief, social bonding, deeper understanding
Are people more easily offended now than they used to be?
Is it true 30% of people have no sense of humor?
The pros and cons of cancel culture
Has cancel culture gone too far?
Twitter (and Facebook) are not real life
Comedy as a bastion of free speech
How the profession is changing

Rapid Fire Questions:

What advice would you give to rising comedians?
Will humans still be around 1,000 years from now?
Will The United States still be United 100 years from now?
What, in your view, is the single biggest threat to human civilization?
What technological advancement are you most excited about humanity achieving in the future?
Will machines become smarter than the average person, i.e. artificial general intelligence, by 2050?
Will consciousness emerge in machines once they’ve reached a sufficient level of complex intelligence?
If you were elected president, what would you do on day 1?
Should scientists bring back the T-Rex?

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The Rise and Fall of Empires 🏛♻️🗽

In this episode, Mattimore sits down with Brett Ewer to discuss what we can learn from the rise and fall of Rome, and how we can apply those learnings to create a better future for America…

Broad Topics:

Why compare the USA to Ancient Rome?
Where on the Roman timeline would America be right now?
Similarities and differences between the final years of the Roman Republic and America in the year 2020
Similarities and differences between the final years of the Western Roman Empire and America in the year 2020
What can America learn from the rise and fall of Rome?
What should America do to avoid the same fate as Rome?
How might America avoid “Thucydides Trap” in regards to China?

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Logotherapy and the meaning of life 🌄

In this episode, Mattimore explores the meaning of life...

Broad Topics

What is the meaning of life?
Is there a general meaning of life?
Is there a personal meaning of life?
Escaping the existential vacuum
The life and philosophy of Viktor Frankl
Mass Neurotic Triad: depression, addiction, aggression
What makes logotherapy such an effective remedy?
How does logotherapy differ from other therapies?
What’s important to know about logotherapy?
How does finding meaning help one survive and thrive?
How to go about deriving meaning from life?
Finding meaning in purposeful work
Finding meaning through love
Finding meaning in suffering
Challenges to overcome in the future

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Police Reform in the USA 🚔🇺🇸♻️

In this episode, Mattimore and Justin discuss the underlying causes of police brutality, racial profiling, and qualified immunity for law enforcement officers. We also explore the difficult situations faced by police officers; and, we explore realistic solutions for how to save lives, stop crimes, and end the excessive use of force by police against black Americans.

Broad Topics:

What’s uniquely wrong with America’s system of policing
Why police are needed in some situations and not others
The relationship between mental health, addiction, and police brutality
What the US can learn from Sweden about training officers
One city’s creative solution to improving police relations
The role of America’s military industrial complex on policing
Why prosecutors are incentivized to go easy on police
How race is used to divide the American working class
What it means to “defund the police?”
Why divisive language is counter-productive
Why identity politics are problematic
The legal reasons for “qualified immunity”
Recent legislation to end “qualified immunity”
The impact of technology on the future of policing
The importance of voting at local, state, and federal levels
Six magic words to know for your own safety

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Discovering new materials 🔬

In this episode, Mattimore sits down with materials scientist, Drew Schaller, to explore how humanity might leverage new materials to extend the human lifespan, improve quality of life, preserve Earth's environment and raw materials, and live among the stars 💫

Broad Topics:

What is materials science?
What do materials scientists do?
What role has materials science played throughout history: from stone age to bronze age, iron age, steel age, silicon age, and... graphene age?
How will materials used in medicine change in the future?
How will materials used in warfare change in the future?
How will materials used in computing change in the future?
What is the process for discovering and creating new materials?
How do different materials, given that all materials are made of atoms, exhibit such a vast array of different properties and behaviors? • Which new materials are most exciting to materials scientists right now?
What sort of new materials might be discovered or created in the future?
What is materials informatics, and how is it used to create the future?
What does psychophysics say about our relationship with materials?
Which materials are most valued, most needed, and in limited supply?

Rapid Fire Questions:

What, in your view, is the single biggest threat to human civilization?
Will machines become smarter than the average person (AGI) by 2050?
Will consciousness emerge in machines once AGI is achieved?
Do you support Universal Basic Income to solve mass unemployability?
Any thoughts on the current George Floyd protests and police brutality?
Is academia broken? What might be a better system to foster innovation?
Which breakthrough would you be most excited for humanity to achieve?
How, why, and when does consciousness arise in material structures?

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Joe Rogan moves to Spotify: What does this massive move mean for the future of the podcasting industry? 🤔🎙

“Where were you when Joe Rogan moved to Spotify?” - Theo Von

In this episode, Mattimore and Justin discuss the impact that Joe Rogan's move to Spotify will have on the podcasting industry as a whole. We also explore future podcasting technologies, and provide recommendations for how to launch, grow, and monetize your own podcast in 2020 and beyond...

Key Questions:

Is the Spotify + Joe Rogan deal a good deal for Spotify?
Is the Spotify + Joe Rogan deal a good deal for Joe Rogan?
Is the Spotify + Joe Rogan deal good for podcast listeners?
Is the Spotify + Joe Rogan deal good for other podcasters?
How does Spotify’s strategy differ from Apple’s strategy?
What makes Joe Rogan’s move similar to Howard Stern’s move to Sirius?
Why are podcasts more profitable than music for streaming companies?
How to go about launching a podcast in 2020 and beyond?
What are the most exciting future podcasting technologies?
How will the podcast advertising business mature and develop?
How will the podcasting industry grow and mature as a whole?

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How to author your own reality and create the future 🕹

In this episode, Mattimore explores how to author your own reality and control the future by recognizing and mastering what Scott Adams calls, “The Interface for Reality” ...

Buttons on the interface to reality:

The Selfish Gene
“Game recognize game”
Talent stack
Curiosity
Power of Positive Thinking
“Winning even if you fail”
Systems vs Goals
The power of positive association
Pacing and Leading
Contrast Principle
High Ground Maneuver
Why all the spoils go to the adventurous types

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Mass incarceration 🔒

How will the US prison system, and prison systems around the world, change in the future?

Why do societies put people in prison in the first place? 5 reasons…

1. To keep dangerous people away from the rest of society so they can no longer harm anyone
1. To deter members of society from committing crimes by making an example of criminals
1. To punish for punishments sake (and so the victim and victim’s family can get “retribution”)
1. To rehabilitate people who made mistakes so they can rejoin society in a healthy way
1. A tool of repression used by authoritarian regimes to imprison perceived political opponents

Broad Topics:

What is the purpose of prisons?
Prison philosophy in the US
Prison philosophy in Norway
Prison philosophy in Germany
Prison philosophy in Canada
Prison philosophy in China
Key factors for landing in prison
Key factors for re-integration
The role of mental health
The detriments of solitary confinement
Psychedelic treatment for prisoners
WTF happened in 1971?
Ethical thought experiments
Impact of new technologies
Digital prison; mass surveillance

Future Scenarios:

• Worst Case Scenario
• Best Case Scenario
• Most Likely Scenario

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Searching for the "Source Code" of the Universe 👨‍🔬💫

In this episode, Mattimore sits down with theoretical physicist, Garrett Lisi, to discuss the present and future of our search for a "theory of everything."

Broad Topics:

What is the core mystery that theoretical physics aims to solve?
How have you in particular gone about trying to solve it?
How has our understanding of physics evolved over time?
What role does emergence play in understanding reality?
What is the significance of light in our universe?
What is the significance of consciousness in our universe?
At what stage of emergence does consciousness arise?
Given all we know about physics and emergence, does free will exist?
How compelling is the simulation hypothesis?
Is "information" the best way to describe reality?
How is reality "processed" by conscious beings?
What can we learn from emergence about life and death?
What does it mean to live a good life?

Rapid Fire Questions:

What is the single biggest threat to human civilization?
Will machines become smarter than people (i.e. AGI) by 2050?
Will consciousness emerge in machines once they’ve reached a sufficient level of complex intelligence?
Is Universal Basic Income the appropriate solution to the current crisis?
How big of a problem is "group think" in academia?
What major breakthrough would be most exciting to achieve?

Future Scenarios:

Worst Case Scenario
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"The Great Decoupling" between the US and China 🇺🇸⚡️🇨🇳

In this episode, Mattimore and Justin discuss how the current crisis is accelerating "The Great Decoupling” between the US and China, and what that means for the future of America, China, and the rest of the world.

We also explore what it would be like to live in the US and China, respectively, in the worst case, the best case, and the most likely future scenario...

Broad Topics:

Why is the COVID crisis accelerating the “Great Decoupling?”
What does decoupling mean for the future of America, China, South East Asia, South America, Africa, Europe, and Australia?
If decoupling is inevitable, what's the best way to make that transition?
The important distinction between the Chinese people and the CCP
What are the key X factors: artificial intelligence, quantum computing, autonomous weapons, food and medical supply, education, big tech?
What strategic errors has the US made up to get to this point?
What's included in China's "Destination 2049" plan for the future?
How big of an advantage is it that the US dollar is a reserve currency?
What are the pros and cons of having a non-transparent system?
What should we make of the rise of "techno-nationalism?"
What will it be like to live in the US in 5-10 years?
What will it be like to live in China in 5-10 years?

Future Scenarios:

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Emergent phenomena 🌌

In this episode, Mattimore explores a concept that’s many believe to be the single greatest mystery in our universe - emergence - the phenomenon that describes how order arises from chaos, how intelligence arises from stupidity, and how higher level beings emerge from lower level beings…

Examples of emergence:

Cells in your body emerging as you
Emergent behavior in ant colonies
Fireflies lighting in unison
Emergence in human societies
Emergent page rankings by Google Rank Brain
Wisdom of the crowd spookiness
Quantum uncertainty and entanglement

Questions about emergence:

How do we make sense of emergence?
What does emergence tell us about the nature of Earth?
What does emergence tell us about the nature of consciousness?
Emergence as described in Andy Weir’s short story, “The Egg.”
The parable of the woman with the leaky bucket

Future Scenarios:

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Accelerating health trends 💊

In this episode, Mattimore sits down with Dr. Martin Mullen to discuss America's rapidly changing healthcare system, how that system is likely evolve in the future, and what that means for doctors and patients alike...

Topics Discussed:

What’s it like working at a hospital during this crisis?
Why are so many hospitals struggling to stay afloat financially?
How do hospitals and doctors earn the majority of their profits?
Are doctors concerned about how M4A will impact their livelihood?
What are the arguments for and against single-payer healthcare?
What are the arguments for and against a public healthcare option?
How much of a doctor's job can and should be done remotely?
What does the future of testing look like?
What does the future of treatment look like?
Thoughts on Apple and Google's contact tracing collaboration?
Thoughts on the role of Amazon in the future of healthcare?
What are the health and economic ramifications on hospitals for shifting all their resources to respond to the current crisis?
How might the future of scientific research and discourse evolve?
What are the advantages of using "real world data sets" as opposed to solely relying on randomized, peer-reviewed clinical trials?
How has our understanding of genetics evolved in the last decade?
What does the future of testing look like?
What role does genome sequencing play in the future of healthcare?
How concerned should we be about gene-editing in humans?
What's the distinction between gene editing and embryonic selection?
How will the nature of what it means to be human change over time?

Rapid Fire Predictions:

When will "shelter in place" orders be lifted?
Will the second or third wave be bigger than the first?
Will be single payer healthcare before the next election 2024?
Will gene edited / embryonic selection be commonplace by 2030?
Will the average lifespan for Americans increase or decrease by 2030?
Will the economic recovery being V, U, or L shaped?
How long will it take us to develop a vaccine?

Future Scenarios:

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Preparing for a new reality 👨‍💻

In this episode, Mattimore explores the rapidly evolving nature of what it means to have a job and earn a living...

Key Questions:

What was the "old" future of work?
How has the job market evolved in the past few weeks?
What are some real world examples of these changes?
What are some industry examples of these changes?
What positive trends are accelerating?
What negative trends are accelerating?
How might the education system evolve?
Why are talent stacks so important?
Why it's important to know thyself, especially as it relates to starting a company, collaborating with others, and negotiating?
What does it mean to "follow the headless way?"

Future Scenarios:

Best Case Scenario
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Most Likely Scenario

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Earth is closed 🌎🚫

In this episode, Mattimore explores the global economic shifts that are occurring in 2020 and beyond. He also shares perspectives from Ray Dalio and Chamath Palihapitiya on what a new normal might look like...

Key Questions:

What makes this event unlike any other?
What are the closest historical corollaries?
Why has productivity growth been so slow?
Where are we in the short term debt cycle?
Where are we in the long term debt cycle?
What does the surge of jobless claims tell us?
What is being done to stimulate the economy?
What further measures might be necessary?
Has the stock market already hit bottom?
If not, when might the stock market hit bottom?
How will the real estate market be affected?
How will this impact workers and job seekers?
How will Europe fair relative to the US and China?
Is decoupling between the US and China inevitable?
How will people, companies, and countries respond?
Why compassionate capitalism may be the solution...

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A Rapidly Evolving Economy🎢

In this episode, Mattimore and Brett explore the impact that shelter in place is having on jobs, income, and businesses. We also discuss potential solutions, including a government stimulus package that’s currently in the works. And at the end, we predict the worst case, the best case, and the most likely future scenario for the US economy as a whole…

Topics and Questions:

What do key economic indicators tell us about the future of the US economy?
Which business sectors will survive and maybe even thrive during this crisis?
Which business sectors will suffer or even go under during this crisis?
What’s the ideal government stimulus package to implement?
What do we know about the stimulus package that’s in the works?
What can we learn from the 2008 crisis stimulus package?
What will happen with the stock market - is this the bottom?
Is decoupling between China and the US inevitable now?
What are the political implications of this for Biden Trump?
What are the policy implications: UBI, healthcare, environmentalism?
How long will this last? Predict what month we will begin to return to a new normal?

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Are we currently experiencing a Black Swan Event with COVID-19? In this episode, Mattimore and Justin explore whether the COVID-19 pandemic is in fact a black swan event, as defined by Nassim Taleb, and if so, what should be done to safeguard our health as well as our wealth during this event. We also explore the future of black swan events more generally, and discuss strategies for becoming, what Nassim Taleb calls, “antifragile.” Broad Topics:

Is the COVID-19 pandemic a “Black Swan Event?” How to safeguard our health and wellbeing How to safeguard our wealth and finances What's the response in LA / TN? Examples of past black swan events How to survive and thrive during black swan events What it means to be antifragile

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Science, Research, and Viral Memes 📚👾

In this episode, Mattimore and Kipp explore how scientific knowledge is discovered, how it’s disseminated, and how it’s absorbed (or not absorbed) by the public. We also discuss misinformation, conspiracy theories, and the role that science currently plays, as well as the role that it should play, within the competitive attention economy.

Broad Topics:

Kipp’s trip to India and the need for reliable, up-to-date information about travel and risks amidst COVID-19
Trevor Bedford’s rise from niche virology researcher to famous expert as the demand for his knowledge grows
How does the current peer review process work?
Downsides to the current process for disseminating knowledge?
Ideas: how to improve the status quo for disseminating knowledge?
COVID-19 and the many misguided conspiracy theories…
How to combat conspiracy theories and misinformation
Scientific knowledge, social media, and the attention economy

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The Coronavirus goes global 🦠🌏

In this episode, Mattimore delves into how the coronavirus compares to previous pandemics, how the current global health crisis is likely to unfold, how COVID-19 will affect individuals and the economy, and what steps should be taken to better prepare ourselves for pandemics in the future…

Broad Topics:

Key Metrics: spread rate; death rate
Economic impacts of COVID-19
Societal impacts of COVID-19
Comparing COVID-19 to previous pandemics
How to prepare ourselves for future pandemics

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Bloomberg and the Future of the 2020 Election 🇺🇸

In this episode, Mattimore sits down with political correspondent, Brett Ewer, to discuss how Mike Bloomberg performed in the most recent democratic debate, what makes his political strategy so unique compared to the other candidates, and how Bloomberg is likely to fare in the Democratic Primary, as well as, potentially, the 2020 General Election…

Key Questions:

What is unique about Bloomberg’s political strategy?
How has his strategy fared up to the most recent debate?
How did Bloomberg perform in the most recent debate?
According to the most recent polls, Bloomberg and Bernie have a pretty wide lead relative to other candidates. Do any other candidates have a shot? Specifically, do any of the other moderates have a shot against Bloomberg?
How will Bloomberg fare against Bernie? What are the strengths and weaknesses of each candidate?
If Bloomberg does win the nomination, how would he fare against Trump in the 2020 general election?

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The End of Anonymity? 🕵️‍♂️

In this episode, Mattimore discusses the recent breakthrough in the field of facial recognition technology, and what that means for the future…

Broad Topics:

What major milestone has just been reached in the field of facial recognition? Why is this milestone significant?
How accurate is Clearview compared to other systems?
What are the benefits of Clearview’s facial recognition technology
What are the dangers of Clearview’s facial recognition technology
What will it take to be truly anonymous in the future?

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Predicting and preparing for the next recession 🎢

In this episode, Mattimore and Justin delve into past recessions: what caused them, what resolved them, and what we can learn from them. We also explore what’s different about our current economic situation. And we provide tips for how to position yourself financially so your assets are safeguarded against the next recession...

Broad Topics:

What is a recession? How should we define it?
When will the next recession occur? Let’s look at some leading indicators...
Historic analysis: What caused the Great Depression, the Dot Com Crash, and the 2008 Mortgage Crisis? What resolved these crises? What lessons can we learn from them that are relevant for life in 2020 and beyond?
What’s different about our current economic situation?
How might a recession be triggered in the next 5 years?
What should individuals do to safeguard themselves from a recession?
What should the government and the private sector do to prevent the worst case scenario?

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How to grow an idea from nothingness into greatness 🚀

This is a very special episode because today marks the official launch of our brand new performance marketing agency: Noble Growth (noblegrowth.co). In this episode, we share our philosophy behind Noble Growth; and more importantly, we teach you how to grow any idea from nothingness into greatness just by following a few simple methodologies. We also explore how marketing is likely to evolve in the future, and how you can use these industry changes to your advantage rather than be disrupted by them.

Broad Topics:

How to grow an idea from nothingness into greatness
How to determine whether a product will sell before it exists
Why it’s so important to write down assumptions ahead of time
How to systematically test assumptions through weekly sprints
How to view every business as a funnel starting with awareness at the top, then consideration in the middle, and conversion at the bottom
Why it’s so important to invest in high quality creatives that make your product the star and tell the truth in a fascinating way
How to write copy that converts using the 6 principles of persuasion
The current state of automation and machine learning
The future of automation and machine learning
How to use the changes in marketing to your advantage

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Earth's 6th Mass Extinction ☠️ In this episode, Mattimore sits down with Michael Kipp, Postdoctoral Scholar in Geochemistry at Cal Tech, to discuss the five major mass extinction events in earth’s history, the current sixth extinction that is taking place right now, and possible future scenarios for animal extinction and human extinction in the years to come… Key Questions:

How do scientists differentiate between “mass extinction events” and “background levels of extinction?" What caused the 5 previous mass extinction events in earth’s history? How was biodiversity able to rebound after previous mass extinctions? How is the 6th extinction different from previous mass extinction events? How bad is the current sixth extinction by comparison? Which species are most and least vulnerable to extinction? What causes extinction on land versus in the oceans? What are some possible remedies to the current sixth extinction? Should scientists bring back wooly mammoths and other extinct species? What are some “natural” ways that humanity could go extinct? What are some “man-made” ways humanity could go extinct? How might we safeguard against human extinction?

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Future US Presidents 🇺🇸

In this episode, Mattimore and Brett discuss who is likely to win the 2020 election, how the impeachment trial in the Senate is likely to play out, how a future president should address issues around Iran, trade, and election security, and, how the presidency itself is likely to evolve in the future…

Key Questions:

Who did well during the most recent debate? Who didn't do well?
How have the polls changed for democratic candidates over time?
What should we make of the beef between Warren and Sanders?
What is likely to happen during and after the impeachment trial?
Which candidate, if nominated, is most likely to win the general election?
How should a future president address the rising power of Iran?
How should a future president address the issue of election security?
How might we safeguard against hacking in the 2020 election and beyond?
How is the office of the presidency itself likely to evolve in the future?
How is the balance of powers in the US likely to evolve in the future?

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How to Create Wealth in the World of Tomorrow 💲

In this episode, Justin and Mattimore discuss the best ways for creating wealth now and in the future. We also discuss related concepts such as leverage, accountability, skill stacks, game theory, scale economies, and how wealth distribution is likely to change over time...

Key Questions:

How is wealth distinct from money and status, respectively?
How has the nature of wealth creation changed over time?
How to build your skill stack and cultivate “specific knowledge?”
How has the distribution of wealth changed over time?
What are the best ways to create wealth now and in the future?
What is the relationship between leverage and wealth?
What is the relationship between accountability and wealth?
What is the relationship between game theory and wealth?
How might we overcome challenges of wealth inequality?

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Mars and the Future of Humanity 👾

In this episode, Justin and Mattimore discuss...

What NASA and SpaceX have planned for Mars in the short term,
The challenges of establishing a Martian colony in the medium term, and
What Mars could one day become in the long term

Key Questions:

Why go to Mars? Why not go to Europa, Titan, or somewhere else?
What does NASA and SpaceX have planned for Mars?
Why is it so hard to get to and then land on Mars?
Why not just land rovers on Mars? Why do we need to send humans?
What are the main obstacles to colonizing Mars?
How might we overcome those obstacles and succeed?
What are the key structures that need to be built on Mars?
When will we first successfully land humans on Mars?
What would life be like on a Martian colony?
How might a Martian colony be governed?
What might the geo-political relationship be like between Earth and Mars?
For how long would Mars likely be dependent on resources from Earth?
What could Mars one day become in the long term via terraforming?

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Habit Loops and How to Change Them ♻️

In this episode, Mattimore and Justin discuss how habits are formed, how to break bad habits, why New Years resolutions so often fail, why systems are better than goals, and how habits are likely to evolve in the future...

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How habits are formed
How to break bad habits
What are “keystone habits?”
Why New Years resolutions fail
Why systems are better than goals
Why willpower is a muscle that must be exercised
How habits are likely to evolve in the future

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Why we sleep and how to fix the world's sleeplessness epidemic 😴

In this episode, Justin and Mattimore explore why we sleep, what happens when we don’t get enough sleep, how to solve the current epidemic of sleeplessness in the modern world, and how our understanding of sleep, health, longevity, and dreams is likely to evolve in the future...

Broad Topics:

Dispelling myths for why we sleep, and how much sleep we really need…
Why do we sleep? What is the function of sleep?
Types of Sleep: REM Sleep vs Non-REM sleep?
What happens when we don’t get enough sleep?
What should you do if you have trouble sleeping?
How to solve the current epidemic of sleeplessness in the modern world?
How is our understanding of sleep, health, longevity, and dreams evolving?
Why do we dream? What happens when we dream?

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Surging Seas 🌊🏘

In this episode, Mattimore and Justin discuss why the rate of global sea level rise is accelerating, why it's rising faster in some areas on earth than others, the projected impacts for coastal cities, and potential solutions...

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How to find out if your home is at risk for sea level rise?
Why isn’t the sea rising uniformly across all coastal cities?
Why is the sea level rising, and by how much?
What is the historic context of sea level rise?
Which cities and countries are most at risk for sea level rise?
What are the impacts of sea level rise?
What are the possible solutions for sea level rise?
What are the economic and geopolitical considerations?

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Predicting our Interstellar Future 🚀💫👩‍🚀

In this episode, Mattimore and Justin discuss why the current methods of space travel are so inefficient, how we might innovate with improved methods for traversing space, and what each scenario will mean for the future of humanity and life beyond earth...

Broad Topics:

Why is current space travel so expensive, dangerous, and inefficient?
What are some recent and future innovations in space travel?
How might the "Sky Hook" help us traverse space?
Pros and cons of rockets powered by nuclear fission?
Pros and cons of rockets powered by plutonium?
Pros and cons of rockets powered by solar light sails?
How far off are nuclear fusion powered ion thrusters?
Is it possible to travel faster than the speed of light via worm holes?
What are "antimatter drives" and how do they work in theory?
What is "warp drive" and why is it the holy grail of space travel?
Assuming we have the tech, where SHOULD we explore?
What's the significance of NASA's "Dragonfly" mission to Titan?
What's the significance of NASA's "Clipper" mission to Europa?
Why is China planning to set up a base on the moon?
Why is SpaceX planning to colonize Mars?
How does Planetary Resources plan to mine asteroids?
Robotic exploration of space / avatars / probes / AI?
How to overcome space travel's data science problem?
Should we colonize other planets? If so, how?

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How Will Dogs Evolve and Adapt in the Future? 🐶💫

In this episode, we’re doing something a bit different… we are going to look at the future through the eyes of another species: dogs.

Specifically, Justin and Mattimore explore what the world looks like from a dog’s perspective, how dogs have evolved up till now and will continue to evolve in the future, and also the changing roles that dogs will play in human society…

Key Questions:

What does reality look like from a dog’s perspective?
Misconceptions about dogs?
Dogs vs. Cats: What are the key differences?
How smart are dogs? Are dogs getting smarter? Will dogs get smarter in the future?
Longevity of dogs: Are dogs living longer? Will they continue to live longer in the future?
Evolution of Dogs: How have dogs evolved and how will they continue to evolve in the future?
Roles in society: What roles do dogs play in human society now? How might those roles change in the future?

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Free Will and the Future of Volition 🕹

In this episode, Justin and Mattimore discuss the nature of free will, whether or not free will exists, and how new technologies may constrain and expand free will in the future...

Key Questions:

Why does Sam Harris believe that “free will is an illusion?”
Does the recent debunking of the famous “free will study” affect the validity of arguments against the existence of free will?
Do we (Justin and Mattimore) agree that “free will is an illusion?”
What are the benefits of thinking of free will as an illusion?
What are the detriments (if any) of thinking of free will as an illusion?
How does moral responsibility change depending on how we think about free will?
Does a bear, dog, or elephant have the same degree of free will as humans?
Does a kid raised in an adverse environment have the same degree of free will as a kid raised in a beneficial environment?
Does a psychopathic or medically impaired individual have the same degree of free will as a healthy and sane individual?
Free will thought experiment: think of a ____? Did you have free will to think of that particular ____?
• How does Tim Urban conceptualize free will compared to Sam Harris?
How does Alan Watts conceptualize free will compared to Tim Urban and Sam Harris?
Will neuroscientists ever be able to reliably predict “free will” actions before they occur?
How will individuals’ capacity for free will change in the future?

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David Sinclair on "Why we age and why we won't don't have to" 🔬 In this episode, Mattimore and Justin sit down with David Sinclair, professor of biology at Harvard Medical School, multiple time entrepreneur, and author of the New York Times best-selling book: “Lifespan: Why we age and why we don’t have to” 🧬 Broad Questions:

Why do we age? What happens when we age? Why might we not have to age? How has our understanding of aging evolved? What should people do to live longer?

Best Case Scenario Questions:

Best case lifespan for people alive today? Best case lifespan for the next generation? Best way to deliver longevity treatments? Best way to treat and even cure blindness and hearing loss? What will life look like for someone living 2050? In 2100? Describe your vision for the future: Bio-tracking, Wearables, Remote visits, Uploading DNA swab of blood or saliva to a laptop or phone? Are the neurological aspects of aging more difficult to treat? What would society and the world look like in your best case?

Worst Case Scenario Questions:

What are the some major bottlenecks that could prevent progress? What are some ways that, even if we do solve aging, it could turn out negatively for the average person? How likely is it that a global pandemic like the Spanish Flu or Ebola will wipe out a major portion of the population in our lifetime? How concerned should we be about nuclear war compared to other threats to humanity like climate change and infectious diseases? Do you share Musk’s concerns that Artificial Intelligence is the biggest threat to humanity - even bigger than nuclear war? Do you share Andrew Yang’s concerns that “this time it’s different” regarding automation and joblessness as a threat to workers? How concerned are you about a food crisis and population growth? What would society and the world look like in the worst case?

Most Likely Scenario Questions:

What will the transition period be like between now and the time when we have made significant progress in extending the human lifespan? Will inequality prevent access to longevity treatments for most of the population? Who should have access to these treatments first? Thoughts on consciousness? Are our cells conscious? Could we create consciousness in Artificial Intelligence systems? Will it happen? What does the world and society look like in the most likely scenario?

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How to Fight Back Against Distraction 🎯 In this episode, Mattimore and Justin sit down with Nir Eyal, author of the best selling book “Indistractable: How to Control Your Attention and Choose Your Life,” to explore strategies for how individuals, organizations, and societies can become truly indistractable... Key Questions:

How has the nature of distraction changed in the last 10-15 years with smartphones, push notifications, and "always on" work culture? Are people becoming more distractible over time? What can individuals do to become indistractable? What can organizations like schools and companies do to help their members become indistractable? What can governments and societies do to help citizens become indistractable? Are certain generations more prone to distraction than others?

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Super-Intelligence: Mankind's Last Invention 🤖🤲💫

In this episode, Mattimore and Justin discuss what it will be like to live in a world where machines are smarter than humans, the different paths for getting there, and how each path will impact civilization...

Broad Topics:

Failure of intuition - Why it’s so hard to actually worry about AI?
Will we achieve AGI? If so, when? What do the experts predict?
Will AGI prove to be beneficial or problematic?
How might AGI impact different sectors of society?
How might we develop “provably beneficial AI?”
What are the current “bleeding edge” areas of AI research?

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School Bullies, Cyber Bullies, and Adult Bullies 👊

In this episode Mattimore and Justin discuss the future of bullying...

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What is bullying? Why do people bully?
Cyber bullying vs traditional bullying
Childhood vs adulthood bullying
How to stop a bully
Do we need bullies?
Dominance behavior in general (including fights at school)
Growing up: Becoming who you are

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Democrats and the Future of America (pt. III of our series) 🐴🇺🇸

In this episode, Mattimore and Justin sit down with Brett Ewer to discuss the most recent democratic presidential debate in Ohio. We also talk about some of the policy issues that were brought up during that debate. Plus, we update our predictions for who we think is going to be the next nominee for president of the United States...

Key Questions:

Democratic Debate (Ohio): Who did well, who didn’t do well?
What was the strategy of each candidate going into the debate?
Which candidate proposed the best solution for income inequality?
Which candidate proposed the best vision for our future economy?
Which candidate had the best take on the ongoing issue in Syria?
How did Biden handle questions about his son and Ukraine?
How well did Elizabeth Warren respond to challenges to her plans?
Which candidate was the most persuasive and/or authentic?
How have the polls shifted since the last debate?
Which candidate has the best chance of winning the primary?
Which candidate has the best chance of wining the general election?

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War, Peace, and the Gray Zone in Between 🕊🌫⚔️

In this episode, Mattimore and Justin discuss what a major war in our lifetime would look like, how that war would be fought and won given emerging technologies, and what can be done to prevent such a war...

Broad Topics:

The Gray Zone
Likelihood of War
Historic Context
Cyber War
Space War
Nuclear War
Information War
Mercenary War
Ideological War
Autonomous Weapons
Supersonic Weapons
Artificial Intelligence
Shifting Power Dynamics
Game Theory

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High Crimes, Misdemeanors, and the Future of the US Presidency 🇺🇸

In this episode, Mattimore sits down with Hence, The Future's political correspondent, Brett Ewer, to discuss how the current impeachment inquiry into Donald Trump is likely to play out...

Key Questions:

What’s the most charitable interpretation of the phone call between Donald Trump and President Zelensky of Ukraine?
What’s the most realistic interpretation of these events?
Who’s at fault: Trump, Rudy, Trump’s Cabinet, Zelensky, Barr, others?
What's the process for impeaching and removing a US president?
Does the phone call between Trump and Zelensky fall in the category of “High Crimes and Misdemeanors?”
What’s similar different about Trump’s impeachment inquiry as opposed to that of Bill Clinton, Richard Nixon, and Andrew Johnson?
What’s the history of the whistleblower process and how has that factored into this inquiry?
How will impeachment affect into the 2020 election?
How will impeachment affect the Democratic candidates?
What do the polls indicate regarding public support for and against impeachment?
How have left wing and right wing media covered this incident, respectively, thus far?
How has media coverage in general changed since previous impeachments took place?
What are the main talking points used by Republicans to defend this incident?
What are the dangers that Republicans face if they do or don’t support impeachment?
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Fighting Climate Change with Carbon Capture 🌫⏬

In this episode, Mattimore and Justin discuss:

WHY carbon capture is necessary
HOW carbon capture occurs; and
WHETHER OR NOT carbon capture technology will be able to curb carbon emissions enough so that the human race will avoid the worst impacts of climate change…

Key Questions:

Why do we need carbon capture?
How does carbon capture work?
What happens to the carbon we extract?
Pros and Cons of Abiotic vs Biotic carbon capture…
Who are the major carbon capture players?
How feasible and scalable is carbon capture?
The price of carbon / taxing carbon
Who will pay for it: Public Sector or Private Sector?
The Global Chess Board: Managing Incentives

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Cultivating Mindfulness 🧘‍♂️ In this episode, Mattimore sits down with yoga and meditation teacher, Paul Teodo, to discuss why mindfulness matters, how to cultivate mindfulness, and what conscious changes are likely to occur in the future... Key Questions:

Why practice mindfulness and meditation? What are the motives of people who go on meditation retreats? What roles do gender and sexuality play in mindfulness? How should one go about achieving mindfulness? What are the key ingredients to mindfulness? What are the virtues of the various types of meditation? What are some specific "pointers" to help people meditate? How should one think about progress in meditation? What is the role of music as it relates to mindfulness? What is the role of psychedelics as they relate to mindfulness? Would you lead our listeners through a 5 minute meditation? What are the benefits and manifestations of mindfulness? What does it mean, and feel like, to become enlightened? Have you personally had glimpses at enlightenment AKA: satori? What is the mind like for someone who is mindful / enlightened? Do you lose your personality when you become enlightened? What is the reason for the rise in meditation apps recently? What advice would you give to someone who is depressed?

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10 Democratic Candidates for President of the United States 🇺🇸

In this episode, Mattimore and Justin sit down with political correspondent, Brett Ewer, to discuss how the democratic presidential field has evolved since the third #DemDebate in Houston, TX...

Key Questions:

2020 #DemDebate (Houston): Who did well, who didn’t do well?
What was the strategy of each candidate going into the debate?
Which democratic candidate had the best take on medicare for all?
Which democratic candidate had the best take on gun control?
Which democratic candidate had the best take on the trade war?
Which democratic candidate was the most persuasive?
Which democratic candidate was the most authentic?
How have the polls shifted since the Houston debate?
Which candidate has the best chance of winning the primary?
Which candidate has the best chance of beating Trump?

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Wildfires, Crop Burning, and a Warming Planet 🔥

In this episode, Mattimore and Justin discuss why the Amazon is being burned, alternatives to burning crops and garbage, and the proper way to manage wildfires in order to preserve earth's forests...

Broad Topics:

Amazon Fires
Human-caused fires
Natural fires / wildfires
The role of earth’s forests
Climate change and fires
How to properly manage fires

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Hong Kong's Fight for Freedom ✊

In this episode, Mattimore and Justin delve into the most serious threat to China's Communist Party since Tiananmen Square in 1989, and what that could mean for China, the US, and the world...

Key Questions:

What is happening right now? Context for the current protests in Hong Kong
Hong Kong’s history up till now, and how that differs from that of the Mainland
Differences in mindset between Hong Kongers and Mainland Chinese citizens
Key factors in determining the future of Hong Kong: Trade War, Technological Arms Race, Propaganda / Information War, Geo-Political Considerations, Fentanyl Epidemic
How the future of Hong Kong will impact the future of China, the future of the USA, and the future of the world

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Investing in the Future 🦄💰 In this episode, Mattimore and Justin interview Semil Shah on the future of venture capital, entrepreneurship, and tech companies 🚀 Semil is a Silicon Valley based investor at Haystack Fund. He’s also a Venture Partner at Lightspeed Ventures, and a thought leader who’s made meaningful contributions to TechCrunch, Quora, Harvard Business Review, and Twitter (@semil) 🎙 Key Questions:

How has the VC investing landscape changed from the time you first got involved up to now? Thoughts on “World After Capital” - The notion that we are no longer constrained by capital, but are in fact only constrained by attention? How will the attention economy and automation impact the future of jobs and income... 3 Visions of the future US economy: 1. Majority “useless class.” 2. People will find new jobs, not a big deal. 3. Most jobs will be people entertaining + caring for other people. What do you make of the statistic that most American and British kids want to be an influencer/vlogger when they grow up, compared to Chinese kids who want to be an astronaut when they grow up? How do you view the tech race between the US and China? Which would you put your money on to be the dominant technology player in the next 50 years? How concerned are you about “runaway AI,” or, as Nick Bostrom has put it, “pulling out a black ball from the urn of invention?” Do you think people like Nick Bostrom and Elon Musk are right to be concerned about runaway AI? Or do you think their level of concern is overblown? Most people talk about the rapid pace of advancement in technology. However, some contrarians like Peter Thiel and Eric Weinstein have talked about how science and technology is actually stagnating and has been for some time. Most of our recent progress has been in the world of bits, but even in that space it seems like the newest iPhones are getting less and less exciting each year. What do you make of this stagnation argument? Is there any merit to it? How might the US solve the student debt crisis, and how might we better educate the next generation? (College Equivalency Degree, new models like Lambda school, free community college?) How healthy is the US government, in your mind? What can be done to improve the efficiency and efficacy of our government? How do you see the role of a VC in terms of enabling a better future? What is your way of balancing or prioritizing investments in terms of both their likelihood of financial yield / economic growth as well as their potential impact on society? From your perspective, what sectors should we keep a close eye on in the next 10, 20, 50 years?

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How Brains and Machines will Interact in the Future 🧠✨🤖

In this episode, Justin and Mattimore discuss Neuralink and the burgeoning field of brain-machine interfaces...

Broad Topics:

Neuralink’s recent unveiling...
Evolution of brain-machine Interfaces
Early use cases for brain-machine interfaces
Later stage use cases for brain-machine interfaces
The ultimate mission and strategy of Neuralink
Dangers and challenges for brain-machine interfaces

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Firearms, Safety, and the 2nd Amendment 🔫🇺🇸

In this episode, Mattimore and Justin discuss the root causes of gun violence, and the various solutions that are being proposed...

Key Indicators:

Overall, violent crime in the US has decreased tremendously. However, there has been a slight uptick in the past few years
Hate crimes in the US are on the rise
Mass shootings in the US are on the rise
The US has more guns per capita, and more gun deaths per capita, than almost any other country, Yemen being a rare exception

Broad Questions:

Why is there so much more gun violence in the US compared other countries?
What are the main types of gun violence in the US?
What are the underlying causes of gun violence in the US?
What are the most prominent gun control measures that are being proposed?
What are the alternative solutions to gun control that are being proposed?
What are the main arguments for and against gun control?
How is the gun issue different in the US than in the UK, Australia, or New Zealand?
What was the original intention of the 2nd Amendment?
What is the core ethical case for owning a gun?
What is the current process for obtaining a gun?
What should the process be for obtaining a gun?

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Democrats and the Future of America 🐴🇺🇸

In this episode, Mattimore and Justin are joined by political expert, Brett Ewer, to discuss each of the 2020 Democratic candidates for President, and how their respective visions would impact the future of America...

Broad Topics:

2020 Democratic debates: Who did well; who didn’t do well?
Different stories that candidates tell about the state of America
Which democratic candidate has the best chance of winning the primary?
Which democratic candidate has the best chance of beating Trump?
Which democratic candidate is the most authentic?
What do the “13 Keys to the White House” indicate for 2020?
Which democratic candidate has the most thoughtful policies?
Which democratic candidate is most effective / persuasive?
Key issues discussed by the Democratic candidates
Problems with the debate format and media incentive structure

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Truffles, Mushrooms, and the Mycelial Network 🍄

In this episode, Mattimore and Justin sit down with author Ryan Jacobs to discuss his new book, "The Truffle Underground." We also discuss how fungi is impacting agriculture, climate change, warfare, medicine, longevity, spirituality, PTSD therapy, and much, much more...

Questions on Truffle Underground:

Symbiosis between dogs/pigs and humans and mushrooms
How much of the value of truffles is in their innate quality versus people valuing truffles for their scarcity?
In all of your investigative journalism, what was the most surprising finding compared to your expectations when you first set out?
Were you interested in fungi before you set out to write this book?
How much of the shadiness of the truffle business is specific to the way that Europe operates, vs being inherent to the trade?
How do you suspect the truffle business will evolve in the future?
What’s your opinion on real truffles versus truffle oil and truffle salt?
How do you think demand and supply for truffles will change in the future?
Why are humans and animals so drawn to truffles? What is it about them that’s so special?

Questions on Fungi, More Broadly:

What role does fungi play on planet earth?
What can be said about the symbiosis of humans and fungi throughout the course of evolutionary history?
What makes psychedelic mushrooms so effective for treating PTSD?
How are fungi connected to climate change?
How are fungi connected to the colony collapse and pesticides?
Are psychedelic mushrooms good or bad for you? How wary should people be? What studies have been done?
Thoughts on how fungi will impact the future more broadly?

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Forecasting our seismic future 🌋

In this episode, Mattimore and PhD Seismology student Carolyn Nuyen explore the future of earthquakes...

Broad Topics:

What is an earthquake? What is actually happening when an earthquake occurs?
What is the purpose of earthquakes? What would planet Earth be like if there were no seismic activity at all?
Why are so many major cities situated along fault lines? What are the benefits of seismic activity for human life?
How do scientists go about forecasting future seismic events? How accurate are these forecasts?
What are some recent breakthroughs in the filed of seismology worth noting?
How much more accurate might our seismic forecasts become with new technology in the future?
What is the likelihood of “the big one” occurring in California or Seattle in our lifetime?
Where are earthquakes most likely to occur? What countries, cities, and ecosystems are most at-risk?
What does it feel like to experience a magnitude 4 earthquake versus a magnitude 7 or magnitude 9?
What are some of the key factors that determine how deadly a seismic event will be?
How are fires, tsunamis, floods, landslides, famine, disease, and violence related to earthquakes?
How are human activities affecting seismic risks (e.g. global warming, fracking, mining)?
How do people and societies tend to react to earthquakes once they occur?
What might we learn from some of the deadliest quakes in history?
What are some of the greatest seismic risks that could occur in our lifetime?

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Preparing for a global food crisis 🌍🌽

In this episode, Justin and Mattimore discuss the global food crisis that’s expected to occur as early as 2027, the problems with the ways our food is currently being produced, and solutions for how to achieve a sustainable agricultural future...

Broad Topics:

The coming food crisis - What’s the big deal - Why can’t we just make more food?
Problems with current agricultural practices
Solutions to improve agricultural practices

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The Future of This Podcast 🎙

In this special episode celebrating the 1 year anniversary of this podcast, Mattimore and Justin discuss the future of Hence, the Future. They also announce a secret gift for listeners towards the end of the episode...

Broad Topics:

Why did we start this podcast?
Future of Hence, The Future research?
Future of Hence, The Future content?
Future of Hence, The Future guests?
Expanding into totally new domains…

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3D Printing & the Future of Manufacturing 👩‍🏭📈

In this episode, Mattimore and Justin explore the full potential of 3D printing technology...

Broad Topics:

What is the current state of 3D printing?
What are the key use cases for 3D printing?
What are the major advantages of 3D printing?
What challenges does 3D printing still need to overcome?
What materials can and can’t be used in 3D printers?
Who are the major players in the 3D printing space?
How will 3D printing impact jobs positively and negatively?
Why is 3D printing key for “businesses in isolation?”
What is 3D printing... and what is 4D printing?

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Augmenting Human Vision 👁

In this episode, Mattimore sits down with eye surgeon, Dr. Martin Mullen, to discuss how human vision may be enhanced in the future...

Key Questions:

How does the human eye work and how has it evolved over time?
What is the purpose of vision and what are the limitations?
What happens to our eyes as we age and what are the solutions?
What are the most common eye diseases and syndromes?
How might the field of ophthalmology advance in the future?
What would the ideal visit to the ophthalmologist’s office look like?
How might human vision be augmented by technology?
How has the military innovated in optics technology?
Who are the different players in the smart glasses space?
What are the different philosophies of smart glasses companies?
What are the benefits and challenges of smart contact lenses?
What role will gene therapy have on the future of vision?
What role will 3D printing have on the future of vision?
How will ophthalmological healthcare evolve over time?
How will smart vision technology evolve over time?

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Future Crime Scene Investigations 🔬👩‍🔬

In this episode, Mattimore and Justin discuss the cutting-edge forensic techniques that are being used by crime scene investigators today, as well as new forensic techniques that are likely to emerge in the future...

Broad Topics:

Recent breakthroughs in forensic science
Current forensic techniques being used in the field
Future forensic techniques and technologies to come
Benefits and dangers of forensic science

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Future Quantum Computers ⚛️💻

In this episode, Mattimore and Justin explore how quantum computing could help us unlock the secrets of the cosmos...

Key Topics and Questions:

What are some of misconceptions around quantum physics?
Why is quantum computing such an important topic to discuss?
What is a quantum computer and how does it actually work?
Who are some of the major players and what are the approaches?
What are some exciting use cases for future quantum computers?
What are the difficulties to creating useful quantum computers?
What rate of progress can we expect with quantum computing?
What can be said about free will and consciousness given the Heisenberg uncertainty principle and quantum entanglement?
What are the different interpretations of quantum uncertainty as it pertains to the many worlds theory and the simulation hypothesis?
What are ways listeners can get involved in quantum computing?

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Music Industry Evolution... 👨‍🎤🎵🤖

In this episode, Mattimore sits down with Connor Walden to discuss how music discover, music creation, and music preferences are changing...

Broad Topics:

How did The Walden Brothers create the Hence, The Future theme song?
How has the nature of music production changed, and how will it continue to change in the future?
How has the nature of music discover changed, and how will it continue to change in the future?
How have music tastes and preferences changed, and how will they continue to change in the future?
Psychology of Music Preferences: Openness; Conscientiousness; Extraversion; Agreeableness; Neuroticism
How has the music industry changed, and how will the industry continue to change in the future? [see charts]
How has the path to stardom changed, and how will it continue to change in the future?
How have the ways that musicians earn a living changed, and how will musicians earn a living in the future?
How seriously should we take AI music creation algorithms?

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The Many Faces of Facial Recognition

In this episode, Justin and Mattimore explore how facial recognition technology will impact the future of the world...

Key Questions:

What are barriers to entry for utilizing facial recognition technology?
How are different US cities responding to facial recognition technology?
How are different countries responding to facial recognition technology?
What does public opinion say about facial recognition technology?
How accurate is facial recognition compared to other types of biometric identification, such as fingerprints, iris scanning, and voice identification; and, what are the weak points for facial recognition (if any)?
What are the primary use cases for facial recognition technology?
What are the arguments for and against facial recognition technology?

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The Great Nuclear Debate ☢️

In this episode, Mattimore and Justin discuss the future of nuclear power and nuclear weapons technology...

Broad Topics:

Why is nuclear energy is such a critical topic to discuss right now?
How is nuclear energy viewed by liberals and conservatives?
How are scientists able to generate energy via nuclear reactions?
What’s the difference between nuclear fusion and nuclear fission?
What's the difference between Gen I, Gen II, Gen III, and Gen IV reactors?
What are the top 3 arguments in favor of pursuing a nuclear future?
How does nuclear compares to other available energy sources?
How have different countries embraced or shunned nuclear energy?
What are the top 3 arguments against pursuing a nuclear future?
What's the best way to deal with radioactive waste byproducts?
Why is radiation bad for living beings; and, how bad is it really?
What are the pros and cons of nuclear compare to other forms of energy?
What are some notable nuclear startups and areas of innovation?
Will nuclear energy become a competitive advantage for countries?

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Future Negotiations 🗣🤖

In this episode, Mattimore and Justin discuss what makes for effective negotiation; and also, how voice technologies, dark UI patterns, and big data combined with psychographic profiling could completely change the game for future negotiations.

Broad Topics:

The 3 main types of negotiators
Key principles for effective negotiation
Major negotiation misconceptions
Differences: debate and negotiation
How to ask your boss for a raise
How to save a hostage's life
Technological game changers

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News, Journalism, and the Future of Public Opinion 📰

In this episode, Justin and Mattimore discuss how the creation and distribution of news is changing, how the ways that people consume news is changing, and how new technologies are redefining what it means to be a journalist...

Broad Topics:

How has the nature of news consumption changed?
How has the nature of news creation and distribution changed?
What's unique about news media as opposed to other media?
How has the nature of being a journalist changed?
How has the business model of the news industry changed?
How best to define, and how to deal with fake news?
How big of a problem are Deep Fakes; and, what can be done?
What makes the news so important for the future?

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Funding the Future 🏦🌎

In this episode, Mattimore and Justin discuss how investing, personal finance, and global financial markets are likely to change going in the future...

Broad Topics:

Future of Investing
Future of Personal Finance
Future of Business Financing
Disruptive technologies
Macro-Economic Outlook

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Algorithmic Intelligence 👾🧠

In this episode, Justin and Mattimore discuss how algorithms have changed over the years, and how they may change in the future...

Broad Topics:

Evolution - The 7 Stages of Algorithmic Intelligence:
- Stage One: Calculation
- Stage Two: Execution
- Stage Three: Analysis
- Stage Four: Supervised Learning
- Stage Five: Unsupervised Learning
- Stage Six: Unsupervised asking
- Stage Seven: Unsupervised Action
Intentionality - What are most algorithms optimizing for?
Bias in Data - How might we combat dirty data?
Big Players - Google DeepMind, OpenAI, Amazon, Facebook, Microsoft, China
X Factors - Quantum Computing, Quality of Data, Deep Neural Networks

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The Future of Earth's Oceans 🌊

In this episode, Mattimore and Justin discuss how climate change, technology, and geo-politics are shaping the future of earth's oceans...

Broad Topics:

The Origin of life
Mass Extinctions
Other Minds
Coral bleaching
Microplastics
Ocean exploration
Geo-politics
Technology

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Travel and the meaning of life 🗺

In this episode, Mattimore and Justin discuss the nature of travel, and how travel may change in the future, with international travel expert, John Rodgers...

Broad Topics:

Why do people travel?
What are the benefits of travel?
How dangerous is it to travel abroad?
How expensive is it to travel abroad?
How does travel impact a person’s world view?
What’s different about traveling alone vs with others?
What is the digital nomad lifestyle movement?
How might travel help to heal cultural, religious, and other divides?
What policies should the government enact to encourage travel, if any?
What role does image crafting and social media play in travel?
How might climate change impact the future of travel?
How might geo-politics impact the future of travel?
How might technology impact the future of travel?

Future Scenarios:

What’s the worst case scenario for the future of travel?
What’s the best case scenario for the future of travel?
What’s the most likely scenario for the future of travel?

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How bad will it get? 🔥🌋⛈🌪🌊

In this episode, Mattimore is joined by earth scientist Michael Kipp to discuss what climate change will really mean for ourselves and for our kids...

Questions:

How certain are scientists about climate change?
How certain is the general population about climate change?
What’s are the arguments of climate change deniers? What are their motives?
What are the biggest contributors to climate change?
How much does the US contribute to climate change compared to other countries?
What are the dangers and downsides of climate change?
Which countries will be most affected by climate change?
Which countries may stand to benefit from climate change?
What can be done to minimize climate change?
How might technology help minimize climate change?
How might lifestyle changes help minimize climate change?
How might geo-political forces help minimize climate change?

Future Scenarios:

What is the worst case scenario for climate change?
What is the best case scenario for climate change?
What is the most likely scenario for climate change?

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The Future of Flying ✈️

In this episode, Justin and Mattimore discuss how aviation will evolve in the future...

Broad Topics:

Pilotless planes
Airport security
Safety statistics
Boarding process
Price discrimination
In-flight experience
Super-sonic speeds
Jet stream changes
Electric and hybrid planes
Airplanes in space
Solar UAVs
Alternative energy
Noise pollution
Amazon air ships
Military aircrafts

Future Scenarios:

Worst Case Scenario
Best Case Scenario
Most Likely Scenario

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Having presence in 2019 isn't easy... Will it get any easier in the future? 💭

In this episode, Justin and Mattimore discuss how well we as individuals, and we as a society, are able to live in the present moment. We also discuss how our collective ability to maintain presence may change in the future given trends in technology, society, and government policies.

Questions Asked & Answered:

Do the past and the future actually exist?
What does it mean to observe the thinker of thoughts?
Why is it important to withhold judgement when observing the thinker of thoughts?
Why is it better to live in the present than to live in the past or the future?
How does our ability to have presence change throughout our lifetime?
How does having presence make you more creative and successful?
How well are different species able to live in the present?
Why are angry people drawn to other angry people?
What is the difference between “being energy” and “mind energy?”
How has it become more difficult to have presence in the modern age?
How might technology, geo-politics, and other forces impact society's ability to have presence in the future?

Future Scenarios:

Worst Case Scenario for The Future of Presence?
Best Case Scenario for The Future of Presence?
Most Likely Scenario for The Future of Presence?

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Fitness Trends of the Future 💪📊

In this episode, Mattimore and Justin sit down with Ross Strome to discuss physically fitness, mental fitness, and the technological & social trends that are shaping the future of fitness.

Questions Asked & Answered:

What does it mean to be “fit?”
What are the healthiest diets from around the world?
What are the merits of a plant-based diet vs. a carnivore diet?
What are the healthiest forms of exercise for long-term fitness?
Which is better: short, high-intensity or long, low-intensity workouts?
How might people become not just physically fit, but also mentally fit?
How are the world's best athletes able to do what they do?
What are the pros and cons of living a "measured life" via wearables?
Why is "grounding" (AKA: spending time in nature) so important for health?
Why is socializing with others so important for long-term health?
How is the fitness industry evolving with social and technological trends?

Future Scenarios:

Worst Case Scenario for the Future of Fitness?
Best Case Scenario for the Future of Fitness?
Most Likely Scenario for the Future of Fitness?

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What's the deal with 5G? ☁️

What are the dangers... What are the benefits... Are the security concerns with Huawei and China warranted? Does 5G really cause cancer? What new business opportunities will arise alongside 5G? In this episode, Justin and Mattimore attempt to answer all these questions and more using data.

Broad 5G Topics:

What is 5G? Why care about it?
What’s required to implement 5G?
When and where will 5G be adopted?
What are some future applications of 5G?
How might "Internet Inequality" be created by 5G?
Are the health concerns of 5G warranted?
Are the national security concerns of 5G warranted?
What would a world with a divided internet look like?

Future Scenarios:

Worst Case Scenario for the Future of 5G?
Best Case Scenario for the Future of 5G?
Most Likely Scenario for the Future of 5G?

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Startups are Evolving 📈

In this episode, Mattimore and Justin discuss how the nature of startups is evolving, and what steps you can take to position yourself for success in the future.

Questions Asked & Answered:

Why is it more crucial now than ever to have a startup mentality (even if you don't work in a startup)?
How has the nature of starting a company changed?
How has it gotten easier and more competitive to start a company?
Why is it better to be a generalist as opposed to a specialist?
What skills will always be useful no matter what the future holds?
Why are systems so much more effective than goals?
How do you decide upon the right type of startup to build?
What questions should you ask when brainstorming a startup?
What are the proper steps to take to achieve product-market fit?
How do you grow your product or service?
What tools are helpful for starting a startup?
What future trends should you consider when launching a startup?
What are some options for how to fund a startup?

Future Scenarios:

Worst Case Scenario for The Future of Startups
Best Case Scenario for The Future of Startups
Most Likely Scenario for The Future of Startups

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How to Succeed in an Autonomous World 🤖🌎

In this episode, Justin and Mattimore discuss the risks and opportunities posed by automation, as well as how automation will impact jobs, income, and society at large...

Topics Discussed:

What is the current state of automation?
- How will automation impact the #1 most common job as measured by number of employees, and the #1 most common job by state?
- How will fully autonomous stores like Amazon Go impact retail jobs?
- How will fully autonomous vehicles impact transportation jobs?
- How many jobs are expected to be lost by the year 2030 due to automation? How many jobs will be lost due to globalization?
- Why do many economists say that "The American Dream is Dead?"
- How has the nature of work changed over the last few decades?
- How does Netflix produce $9B in revenue with 4,500 employees, whereas Blockbuster needed 84K employees to earn $6B in revenue?
- How does this fit into the larger trend of "software eating the world?"
What are the major risks (to employees) posed by automation?
- Why does James Altucher say: “You can’t count on the corporate Gods of America to choose you anymore. You must choose yourself.”
- How might modern workers successfully "reinvent themselves many times over" throughout their careers?
- How might we optimize elementary and higher-level education to account for the seismic shifts that stems from automation?
What opportunities (for entrepreneurs) are created by automation?
- How much work is done by humans versus computers today, and how is that ratio likely to change in the future?
- What are some examples of one-person, million dollar businesses that show the incredible potential of automation for entrepreneurs?

Future Scenarios:

What’s the worst case scenario for the future of automation?
What’s the best case scenario for the future of automation?
What’s the most likely scenario for the future of automation?

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Gen Z and the Future 🔭

In this episode, Mattimore and Justin sit down with Harry Valner to discuss the unique characteristics of Generation Z, and the world that his generation will create...

Topics Discussed:

Technology - what technologies did Gen Z have access to in their youth that Millennials did not?
Social Media - how does Gen Z interact with social media differently than older generations?
News Media - how does Gen Z view the problem of fake news and media manipulation?
Mental Health - why is depression, self-harm and suicide so much more prevalent for female Gen Z’ers compared to previous generational cohorts - while other forms of risk taking like drunk driving are down?
Religion - why does Gen Z report higher rates of atheism/agnosticism?
Jobs - how does Gen Z view their future in the workforce, given the rise of automation and globalization?
Politics - how does Gen Z view the role of politics and politicians?
Privacy vs Security - how does Gen Z view the trade off between privacy and security?

Future Scenarios:

What’s the worst case scenario for the future of Gen Z + humanity?
What’s the best case scenario for the future of Gen Z + humanity?
What’s the most likely scenario for the future of Gen Z + humanity?

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Humanity's Favorite Pastime 👨‍🚀🏈 In this episode, Mattimore and Justin discuss the future of sports with sports expert Rick Dupont. Key Trends & Questions:

Why do some people LOVE sports whereas others see sports as a complete waste of time - which side is right? What are the fastest growing sports? What are the fastest declining sports? Should parents let kids play football and other contact sports? How should society deal with issues of CTE and brain trauma? What is the future of performance enhancement via steroids, gene editing, cyborg limbs, intelligent apparel, and nano technology? How will new sports like drone racing continue to evolve? How are sports related to warfare, and how might that trend become even more prominent (e.g. with drone pilots) in the near future? What role do sports play in childhood and social development? Should you make your kids play sports? How is sports culture different on the west coast vs midwest? Was Colin Kaepernick's protest as effective as it could have been? What new sports might be played on the moon or on Mars?

Future Scenarios:

Worst Case Scenario for the future of sports? Best Case Scenario for the future of sports? Most Likely Scenario for the future of sports?

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How to secure our borders 🏰

In this episode, Mattimore and Justin explore different methods of securing the USA-Mexico border using cutting edge technology, as well as how to get past the border.

Key Trends and Questions:

Why should any country secure its borders?
Why not just build a 2,000 mile border wall / barrier?
Why is our existing border security inadequate?
How are people and drugs getting across the USA’s borders? (Hint: By air, by land, by sea, by tunnel).
What low-tech methods does the USA use to secure its borders?
What high-tech methods does the USA use to secure its borders?
What future technology could be used to secure our borders?
How might a semi-autonomous "virtual border wall" function?
How much SHOULD border security be automated with technology?
Has the public reached a consensus on border security?
How might we implement border security on a planetary scale?

Future Scenarios:

Worst Case Scenario for The Future of Border Security?
Best Case Scenario for The Future of Border Security?
Most Likely Scenario for The Future of Border Security?

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🔊SOUND🔊

In this episode, Mattimore and Justin discuss the phenomenon of sound with digital signal processing architect and musician, Ezra Buchla.

Key Questions:

What is sound?
How do sound waves move?
How do our ears perceive sound?
What role does sound play in our perception of time/space/reality?
What is music?
What’s going on in the brains of people with ASMR / synesthesia?
Why is sound so useful in mediation?
What does someone’s music taste say about a person?
Is the world getting noisier?
Would you rather be deaf or blind?
Is there a clear limit on how small and sound a speaker can be?
How much has sound technology improved over the years?
How might new technology enhance our ability to perceive and produce sound?
What are sonic weapons and what risks do they pose?
How might sound be used to dislodge kidney stones or tumors?
What other sound applications might we not be aware of?

Future Scenarios:

Worst Case Scenario for The Future of Sound?
Best Case Scenario for The Future of Sound?
Most Likely Scenario for The Future of Sound?

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CRISPR and The Future of Mankind 🧬

In this episode, Mattimore and Justin dive into what Bill Gates calls "the most important public debate we haven't been having widely enough."

Gene editing technology has the potential to cure heritable diseases, immunize mosquitoes to malaria, bring back the dinosaurs, create designer babies, and push the limits of human cognition and physical prowess; however, the potential downsides could be catastrophic...

Questions Asked & Answered:

How does gene editing work?
What are the potential upsides?
What are the potential downsides?
How has gene editing been used so far?
What causes certain traits to express themselves?
Will genetic engineering lead to greater social inequality?
Should cloning be allowed?
Should dinosaurs be brought back?
Where should we draw the line between therapy vs. enhancement?
How fast is gene editing progressing in the US and China?
Might gene editing cause unintended consequences?
What can we learn from the horrific story of the bulls Chance and Second Chance about clones, souls, and nature vs. nurture?
Might Universal Healthcare one day include gene therapy?
What would a post-gene-editing society look like?

Future Scenarios:

What is the worst case future scenario?
What is the best case future scenario?
What is the most likely future scenario?

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The Future of Deception? 😏

In this episode, Mattimore discusses truth, truthfulness, and lies with special guest and earth scientist, Michael Kipp 🔭

Questions Asked & Answered:

When (if ever) is it okay to lie (white lies vs extreme cases)?
What are some telltale signs that someone is lying?
What differences do brain scans reveal between pathological liars and non-pathological liars?
Why should lying be considered “a slippery slope?”
What does game theory have to teach about truth & lying?
What does evolutionary biology have to teach about truth & lying?
When (if ever) is lying acceptable in business, politics, academia?
Why is it so often true that “the cover up is worse than the crime?”
When (if ever) is lying acceptable in relationship?
When (if ever) is lying acceptable in advertising?
How might we distinguish between different magnitudes of lying?
How might eye-tracking and mind-reading technology impact our ability to detect truth and truthfulness in the future?

Future Scenarios:

What is the worst case scenario for the future of truth and lying?
What is the best case scenario for the future of truth and lying?
What is the most likely scenario for the future of truth and lying?

We conclude this episode by discussing the ethics of parents lying to their kids about Santa Claus. Enjoy! 🎅

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Your ideal future home? 🤔💭🏠

Happy New Year! 🎇 In this episode, Justin and Mattimore discuss their ideal future smart homes, as well as potential future scenarios related to smart home and IoT technology. 🔭

Questions Asked & Answered:

What function does a home serve, fundamentally?
Assuming all tech is possible, what is your ideal future smart home?
Ideal bedroom, office, play room, kitchen, living room, laundry room, garage, and any other type of room?
Robotic chefs, robotic maids, and a smart, fully-integrated OS?
How important is a non-tech, faraday cage-like control room?
How big of a trend will co-living spaces such as "WeLive" become?
What will the average home in the year 2050 look like?
Who will have access to your smart home's data droves of data?
How might advertisers, governments, and hackers leverage your smart home data for their own purposes?
How might overpopulation, urbanization, autonomous vehicles, joblessness, and UBI impact The Future of the Smart Homes?

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Religion in 2050? 🙏

In this episode, Justin and Mattimore explore how religious beliefs will change and evolve in the future.

Questions Asked & Answered:

What’s similar about all the major world religions?
What’s different about all the major world religions?
Is science at odds with religion?
Which religions are growing the fastest and why?
Which religions are declining and why?
How do different generations view religion?
How might technology (mass joblessness, UBI, VR/AR, smart homes, etc.) impact religion?
How might war, politics, global climate change, and other factors impact religion?
What new religions might be created in our lifetime and why?
Which religion(s) are best suited for the 21st century?

Mattimore and Justin conclude the episode by addressing the worst case, best case, and most likely scenarios for "The Future of Religion."

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What does it mean to die? 🌌

In this episode, Justin and Mattimore explore the topic of death.

Questions Asked & Answered:

• Is thinking about death useful? • How do different cultures view death? • How do different cultures deal with burial? • Is dying bad, good, or neutral? • What does it mean to “die well”? • When (if ever) is suicide justified? • When (if ever) is euthanasia justified? • What is the best way to die naturally? • How might we overcome fear of pain/death? • How do psychedelics affect end of life care? • What does it feel like to be dead (trick question)? • How might the experience of death change in the future? • If the technology is there, SHOULD people live forever?

Mattimore and Justin conclude the episode by addressing the worst case, best case, and most likely scenarios for "The Future of Death." ☠️

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What is real? 🤔

In this episode, Mattimore and Justin explore philosophical questions related to consciousness, free will, higher dimensions, quantum uncertainty, and of course, the nature of reality itself.

Questions Asked & Answered:

• What is reality? • How have our ancestors perceived reality? • How do modern people perceive reality? • What are some different states of perceiving reality? • How does one perceive reality as a child versus as an adult? • What is reality like for those who lack senses, such as Helen Keller? • How do religious people perceive reality versus non-religious people? • How do depressed or addicted people perceive reality differently? • What is it like to perceive reality as a bat with echo-location? • What is it like to perceive reality as a tree, mushroom, or forest? • What do psychedelic states of mind teach us about our own reality? • How do "enlightened beings" perceive reality differently? • How do split brain patient perceive reality differently? • How much of reality is dependent on us being earthlings? • What role does conscious play in the nature of reality? • How will virtual reality and augmented reality change our perceptions? • What's wrong with the dichotomy of feeling like a god, or like a puppet?

As always, Mattimore and Justin conclude the episode by addressing the worst case, best case, and most likely scenarios for "The Future of Reality."

Enjoy! 🌐

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How to Build Smart, Green, Livable Cities 🌇

In this episode, Justin and Mattimore are joined by NYC architect and urban planning expert Tim Galano in exploring "The Future of Cities."

Questions Asked & Answered:

• What is a city? How has the nature of cities changed over time? • What are the main principles / best practices of good urban planning? • How do we move from urban sprawl to walkable, livable cities again? • What challenges do we face in building cities and urbanization? • What does the mass exodus from Silicon Valley teach us about the future of cities? • What does the Amazon HQ2 City Search teach us about the future of cities? • How will self-driving technology impact the future of cities? • How will mass unemployment as a result of automation impact the future of cities? • How should cities deal with the problem of homelessness? • What are some ideal, futuristic cities we should be aware of?

As always, Mattimore and Justin conclude the episode by addressing the worst case, best case, and most likely scenarios for "The Future of Cities."

Enjoy! ☁️

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How to Solve America's Healthcare Woes 👩‍⚕️🇺🇸

In this episode, Justin and Mattimore are joined by health tech entrepreneur (founder of Preferral) Jon Gautch in diagnosing and proposing solutions for America's healthcare woes.

Specifically, we address:

• How the quality of healthcare has changed throughout history • How life expectancy has changed throughout history • What we can learn from countries that have the best healthcare • What we can learn from countries that have the worst healthcare • What America’s priorities are when it comes to the National Budget • How much of our healthcare problems are technological in nature • How much of our healthcare problems are systemic in nature • Whether or not it's feasible to ask the government to pay for every citizen's healthcare costs; and if so, how it might be implemented • How longer life expectancies will impact the future of healthcare • How joblessness and automation will impact the future of healthcare • How private companies like Amazon may tackle healthcare differently

As always, the episode concludes with projections about the worst case, best case, and most likely scenarios for "The Future of Healthcare."

Don't miss out on this episode - it could save your life! 🙌

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How Does Media Shape Human Development? 📺⚡️🧠

In this episode, Justin and Mattimore explore how media consumption of all forms (TV, Movies, Video Games, Audio, News, Social Media, VR/AR) impacts the course of human development. Specifically, we discuss:

• How algorithms determine what people talk and car about • How TV is giving way to Netflix, Hulu, Amazon Prime, YouTube + others • Why people are spending more and more time consuming media • How audio consumption is shifting from traditional radio to podcasts • Why social media, and social stories, are growing the fastest of all • How "immersive gaming" is different, and what that means for society • Why content is still king. And why it's not a substitute for "Real Life"

Also discussed are the questions: "Will ad-revenue models continue to push people toward the ideological extremes?" "Will our data continue to be harvested and sold to the highest bidder?" "Will fake news become indistinguishable from real news?" "What would a better alternative be?"

As always, Mattimore and Justin end the episode by delving into the worst case, best case, and most likely scenarios for The Future of Media.

Don't miss out on the latest in media! Tune in to Episode 17 today 🎧

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Ready for an autonomous world? ♻️🚁

In our latest episode, Mattimore and Justin discuss the rapidly changing transportation industry with Daniel Carney. Daniel is a technologist who works at a San Francisco company that develops advanced sensor hardware and vision algorithms for autonomous cars and drones.

Questions Asked & Answered:

• When will self-driving cars become mainstream? • Who is currently in the lead (Google? Tesla?) • What are the pros and cons of flying cars vs tunneling? • What can we do to prevent "hacking" of autonomous vehicles? • How does Lidar work compared to Radar and Mapping? • How will society grapple with the loss of geo-spatial free will? • Should autonomous vehicles be programmed to protect the driver at all costs; or, should the vehicle aim to save as many lives as possible, even if that means killing the driver? What other ethical dilemmas are there? • How will autonomous vehicles and 5G create "smart cities?"

As always, Mattimore and Justin finish the episode by exploring the worst case, best case, and most likely future scenarios alongside their special guest.

Delve into the Future of Transportation! Listen to Episode 16 today 🎧

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It's election day! 🇺🇸 What will be the future of US politics?

In this episode, Mattimore and Justin sit down with government relations specialist and public affairs strategist, Brett Ewer, to discuss how four (4) levers are driving the future of American politics...

The Power of the Media (news, pundits, social media, algorithms, etc)
The Power of Persuasion (visuals, fear, identity politics, etc)
The Power of the Vote (electoral college, voter suppression, etc)
The Power of Money (special interests/lobbyists, ad spend etc)

They also discuss the core philosophical differences between liberalism and conservatism, post-truthism including "deep fakes," and (as always) the worst case, best case, and most likely future scenarios.

Don't miss out! Listen to Episode 15 today 💥

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Will robots inherit the universe? 🤖

In this episode, Mattimore and Justin explore what might happen once humanity creates something more intelligent and capable than itself...

This includes a discussion of the various robots that exist today, and how these robots may evolve and change going forward into the future:

• Boston Dynamics "humanoid" and "dog" robots • Google machine-learning sorting robots • Asimo human companion / servant robots • Bomb-dissembling robots • Military surveillance and strike drones • Satellites and robots intended for space warfare • Deep sea exploratory robots • Da Vinci medical and prosthetic robots • Build-Your-Own factory and personal robots

Also discussed: the relationship between hardware and software, the question of whether robots can be conscious, and (as always) the worst case, best case, and most likely future scenarios.

Tune in now to learn the latest in robotics! Available now 💥

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How do we feed 10B people by 2050? 🍕

In this episode, Mattimore and Justin discuss the Health, Environmental, and Ethical implications of food.

They also discuss high-tech solutions including "clean [lab-grown] meat," vertical farming practices, and a more humane treatment of animals. Also taken into consideration are the various gradations of consciousness among animals, compared to how those animals are treated (for example: dogs vs. cows). As always, Justin and Mattimore give their worst case, best case, and most likely future scenarios.

Learn all about the good, the bad, and the ugly of food in this week's episode of "Hence, The Future!" Available now 💥

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Can you answer these 8 philosophical questions...

• What is the best moral system? ☯ • Does God exist? ⚡️ • Is there life after death? 👼 • Do we have free will? 🧠 • Can we experience anything objectively? 🔬 • Why is there something rather than nothing? 💫 • Is our universe real? 🌌 • What are numbers? ✖️

Justin and Mattimore discuss their answers on today's podcast. Don't miss out!

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What will be the fate of earthlings? 🌎

Will we colonize other planets and continue to flourish for aeons among the stars? Or will we be obliterated by a meteor, global climate change, or some other mechanism far before that ever happens?

Tune in to Episode 11 of Hence, The Future to explore the farthest reaching future scenarios ever discussed on this podcast! We also delve into the Fermi Paradox, and the question of "Are we alone in this universe?" 🔭

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What will be the future of life on earth? 🌎

In 1 billion years, the sun will be so hot that all the world’s oceans will have evaporated away. Life, as we know it, will no longer be able to exist on earth at that time. However, this is the least of our problems...

Asteroids, nuclear war, black holes, climate change, epidemics, autonomous weaponry, super-intelligent AI: these are just some of the challenges we may face in the course of earth's lifecycle.

What can we possible do to mitigate these risks? And what are the worst case, best case, and most likely future scenarios that we will encounter?

Find out on Episode 10 of Hence, The Future podcast! Featuring special guest and earth scientist Michal Kipp. 🔭

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Advertising is already scary good at hacking human behavior...

With each day, Ads are becoming more + more: 👩‍🚀 Immersive - with VR and AR blurring reality 🕵️‍♂️ Personalized - via enormous amounts of data 🤖 Automated - with little need for human input

How might these and other trends portend the future of advertising? If we are already able to hack human behavior to some extent ourselves, how much better would a Super-Intelligent AI system be? What's the worst case, best case, and most likely scenario for the future of advertising?

Tune in to Episode 9 - The Future of Advertising - to find out! 🎯

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How do we prepare future generations for what's to come? 🎓

Our kids and grandkids are going to be faced with incredible challenges, including autonomous weapons, quantum computing, widespread unemployment, economic upheaval, income inequality, nano technology, and the most pressing issue of all, artificial super-intelligence...

How can we best prepare these future leaders of tomorrow, today? In this episode of HTF, Justin and Mattimore discuss alternative methods of schooling including Montessori schools and Elon Musk's school, life as a "dance" versus life as a "journey," how virtual reality can be used to augment education, knowledge as a tree, and the importance of being able to distinguish fact from fiction in today's uncertain world.

Tune in to Episode 8 to learn all about the Future of Education! 💡

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Will humans become immortal? 🐉

This seems like an absurd question. Yet already doctors can replace our organs, give blood transfusions, and surgically attach bionic limbs.

If we continue to make any progress whatsoever, we will someday be able to replace and/or repair neurons, nerves, DNA strands, individual cells, and even perhaps the brain itself. 🧠

Which leads us to another question... What makes you YOU?

If scientists could download all your memories, along with the exact blueprint of your neural connections and genetic predispositions to a new body, would that be you? Would you want that?

Delve into all these questions and more as we explore the unknown in Episode 7: “The Future of Health and Mortality,” which features our first ever guest, Dr. Martin Mullen 🔭

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Big Brother is always watching in more than one potential future scenario... 👁‍🗨🌐 And he's got technology that allows him to keep tabs on all citizens at all times, even their facial expressions and thoughts.

Tune in to Episode 6 of HTF to hear the full spectrum of scenarios for the future of privacy and security: from Orwell's 1984 (but worse) to Buddha-like enlightenment worldwide.

Mattimore and Justin also discuss best practices for how to keep your data safe!

Enjoy.

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Robots are coming to take our jobs 🤖🛠, but is that such a bad thing?

After all, isn't the goal to spend our lives doing that which we find to be truly valuable and enjoyable... not laboring away in some cubicle doing tasks that could be better performed by an Artificial Intelligence system?

Whatever your opinion may be, irreversible trends are taking hold.

Every day, AI systems are getting better at doing YOUR job. Eventually, these AI systems will be better than ALL humans at ALL jobs ALL of the time, except perhaps for those select few jobs that have intrinsic “human value,” such as yogis and massage therapists.

Are we ready for widespread automation and joblessness? How will people earn an income when they are unemployable? What is everyone going to do with all this extra time on their hands? Where will people derive their sense of self worth and fulfillment if not from their careers?

Tune in to Episode 5 to find out about the Future of Jobs, Income, and Fulfillment!

Enjoy.

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How will Big Tech companies: specifically Amazon, Google, Apple, Facebook, Netflix, and Microsoft, evolve over the next 10-20 years?

• Already, Amazon is becoming the backbone of the US economy. • Google has released the most sophisticated machine voice intelligence the world has ever known. • Apple is making technology so advanced and seamless that it's becoming invisible. • Netflix is growing so fast and creating so much content for everything that it's about to surpass Disney, a nearly 100 year old company. • Facebook is bringing everyone online and creating a virtual world not unlike 'The Oasis.' • Microsoft is surprising everyone with their unique take on quantum computing.

What will become of these tech giants? Find out on Episode 4 of Hence, The Future!

Justin and Mattimore will also announce which 3 tech companies they believe are best prepared for the future. We'll also explore the worst case, best case, and most likely scenario, as always.

We hope you enjoy!

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Do you think people in general are becoming happier over time? ☀️

On the one hand, the standard of living has improved substantially around the globe.

On the other hand, we are facing fierce challenges such as income inequality, technology-related anxiety, global climate change, and the prospect of source of meaning (jobs) being taken away by machines.

What can we learn from the happiest countries in the world? What can we learn from the unhappiest? And how should we optimize our own lives for maximum happiness and fulfillment?

Find out on today's episode: "The Future of Happiness!"

Enjoy.

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What does the future of intelligence look like? 🧠🤖

Well, if we continue to make any progress whatsoever, machines will eventually be smarter than humans. So it's not a question of IF machines will be smarter than humans, but WHEN!

“The power of AI lays dormant in machines just like the power of nuclear weapons lay dormant in the atom” - Nick Bostrom

2040 is the median year that researchers predict machines will achieve "human-level general intelligence;" however, there are many ways that this could take form... Cyborgs, Oracles, and AI Overlords are just a few possibilities. We could find ours living in a utopia, a dystopia, or somewhere in between.

Human intelligence will continue to improve as well. We are already figuring out how to modify our own genetic code, and how to add a digital layer via brain machine interfaces.

In Episode 2 we explore all these topics and more as we determine the best case, the worst case, and the most likely scenario for the future of intelligence.

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What will our future look like - not in a century but in a mere two decades? Find out on the very first episode of Hence, the Future!

In this episode, we touch on all the major technological shifts that are going to occur during our lifetime. We explore the best case, worst case, and most likely scenario for our future.

We also highlight the opportunities that these changes present, and suggest ways for how you can capitalize on them.

Our goal is to help you:

Become aware of what the future holds.
See the opportunities these changes bring.
Take action to prepare yourself for the future!

Enjoy.

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