Trump’s First 100 Days: Master Strategist or Global Wrecking Ball? | The Tom Bilyeu Show
Tom Bilyeu and co-host Drew tackle the first 100 days of the Trump presidency—an era marked by volatility and shifting world dynamics. With signature candor and sharp analysis, Tom unpacks the ripple effects of global power plays: the destabilization of the post-WWII order, the mounting US-China economic standoff, and Ray Dalio’s stark warning that massive change is inevitable. Alongside Drew, Tom interrogates the headlines, from the unpredictability of Trump’s style to China’s unwavering claims it can outlast American economic pain.
This episode lays the intellectual groundwork for understanding our new, unstable world order—why economic and political models are breaking down, how tariffs and non-trade barriers play into global negotiations, and what lessons from history can help us decode what’s coming. If you want to gain clarity in these chaotic times and learn how to build a mindset for predicting (rather than reacting to) future disruption, this conversation is essential listening.
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00:00 "Erratic First Hundred Days"
03:08 Tariffs: Strategy or Economic Gamble?
08:39 Assessing Policy Impact Quickly
12:35 "Risk of Civil Conflict Rising"
16:03 Mindful Navigation and Future Consequences
18:22 Global Capital Dilemma
21:07 Economic Predictability Drives Investment
23:47 Annexation Dispute and Trench Warfare
26:59 Key Sticking Points in Ukraine Conflict
31:53 U.S.-China Trade Conflict Dynamics
33:13 Manufacturing Investment and Economic Growth
37:37 AI Revolutionizing Code and Surgery
41:24 "Strategic Choice and Human Dominance"
45:52 Questions Over Dating Apps
47:37 "Revealing Personalities Through Questions"
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The #1 Threat to America Right Now (And It’s Not What You Think) | Mike Baker PT 1
Welcome back to Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu. In this thought-provoking episode, Tom sits down with Mike Baker—former CIA officer, security expert, and host of the President’s Daily Brief podcast—to dissect some of the most pressing issues facing America and the world today.
Together, they dive deep into the real threats posed by China, from cyber warfare and TikTok’s influence, to intellectual property theft and military ambitions in the South China Sea. Mike shares his insider perspective on just how vulnerable the U.S. population is to manipulation and misinformation, and why America’s short-term focus could leave us blindsided by powers playing the long game.
The conversation doesn’t stop there. Tom and Mike tackle America’s mounting debt crisis—why it could be our biggest existential danger—and break down the hard realities of realpolitik, from uneasy alliances to the sometimes ugly calculations behind foreign policy. They take an unflinching look at the Russia-Ukraine war, Israel and Gaza, and the cultural and geopolitical tensions threatening to reshape the global order.
SHOWNOTES
00:00 China's Influence and Manipulation
19:27 Counterintelligence: Targeting and Loyalty Challenges
24:05 China's View on Ukraine & Taiwan
39:15 Flexible Pandemic Response Debate
45:27 Debt: The Biggest U.S. Threat
01:01:32 Career Politicians and Wealth Accumulation
01:05:43 Putin Stalling Amid Peace Talks
01:15:55 Economy Concerns Over Foreign Issues
01:24:56 Iranian Regime: Root of Conflict
01:39:28 Phosphate Mining Debate in Florida
01:43:51 University Activism: Passion or Organization?
02:02:37 Border Security and Deportation Debate
02:05:27 "Fast-Moving Organization's Risky Strategy"
02:17:20 "Life Decisions: Do Your Best"
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How Power Really Works — From Tariffs to TikTok | The Tom Bilyeu Show
You're being lied to—by governments, by the media, and maybe even by your own sense of security. You think you understand the new Cold War brewing between the U.S. and China, but what you’re missing is the real master plan for rewriting global trade, the secret moves at the IMF and World Bank, and how every headline is part of a narrative war with trillion-dollar stakes. If you think this is just about tariffs, you are not paying attention. If you think America still controls the world order, you’re about to get a wake-up call. The rhetoric, the chaos, the PR battles—it’s all part of a high-stakes game that most people will never see coming until it’s too late.
Today, we’re breaking down the strategies, the hidden motivations, and the economic weapons being deployed in real time. So buckle up—because joining me is my co-host Drew, and we’re about to map out the future of the global economy, the battle lines between the U.S. and China, and most importantly, what it all means for you. Let’s get into it.
SHOWNOTES
00:00 Midterms: Make or Break Moment
04:34 Divisive Rhetoric on US-China Relations
07:56 "IMF, World Bank's Surprising Treatment"
12:07 "Fascinating Retelling of Economic Maneuvering"
12:53 "Rethinking Capitalism and Global Order"
18:40 Economic Imbalance Challenges Sustainability
20:16 Global Economy: Consumption vs. Production
24:08 Reforming Bretton Woods Institutions
28:01 "Refocusing Bank's Mission on Energy"
31:30 "Ethical Procurement and Global Engagement"
32:17 China's Developing Nation Status Debate
38:01 War Concerns and Global Tensions
39:05 Fear of Global Military Escalation
43:49 "Event Control Assured"
46:03 Skepticism and Innovation in Science
51:08 "Executive Orders vs. Judiciary Clash"
52:43 Executive Orders Under Scrutiny
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