There are three major “currents” shaping our world in 2025 and beyond:

This episode is a total eye-opener if you’re an entrepreneur, intrapreneur, or just someone who wants to stay ahead of the curve. We talk about how the real opportunities might not be coming out of Ivy League universities, but from trade schools, welding shops, and brand-new AI-augmented careers. If you want to see the forces that will reshape your business and life, this is the conversation you do not want to miss.

KEY TAKEAWAYS

MAGA as a Cultural (Not Just Political) Shift

• MAGA isn’t about party lines; it’s an entire value system favoring hard work, “blue-collar billionaires,” and a distrust of elite arrogance.
• Local manufacturing, working with your hands, and skilled trades are becoming the new American status symbols.

The End of Globalization and the Rise of the Western Hemisphere

• The old global trade routes and supply chains are breaking apart—COVID disruptions and new tariffs blew them up for good.
• The U.S., Mexico, and South America are stepping up to manufacture and trade, keeping the skill sets (and money) closer to home.
• Universities will see competition from specialized trade programs and community colleges as we seek practical, high-paying skills.

The Quiet AI Revolution—But Not the Way You Think

• Despite the trillion-dollar investments, AI breakthroughs aren’t quite matching the hype on corporate balance sheets.
• The real power of AI is happening in everyday life—think personal tutoring, massive content digestion, accelerating product creation, and localizing tasks that used to require big teams.
• AI is an enhancer, not a human replacement. The winners are those who master AI to add value—faster, better, and more affordably than ever.

Broadcast Media vs. Podcast Dominance

• Traditional, scripted media is losing credibility and reach. Meanwhile, long-form podcasts let people dive deep and truly connect.
• Trust is built by spending time, not pushing sound bites. Listeners want 7+ hours of authentic conversation before they buy in.

Why “Blue-Collar Billionaires” Might Shape The Future

• Entrepreneurs like Donald Trump changed the game: he’s arguably the first truly entrepreneurial president since George Washington.
• Love him or hate him, he tapped into a cultural wave that values practical work, personal freedom, and entrepreneurial grit.

TIME STAMPS