Conversations with Tom | Peter Diamandis and Steven Kotler on Technologies that Will Change the World
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02/20/20
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On this episode of Conversations with Tom, two of the world’s leading futurists, Peter Diamandis and Steven Kotler, join with Tom Bilyeu for a discussion of the future of technology, culture and the human mind. This future is brighter, wealthier, more abundant and filled with more meaning than most of us could have believed, and it may be coming faster than anyone is prepared for.
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SHOW NOTES:
Flying cars are even cooler than anyone expected [1:03]
The rate of change is much faster than anyone thinks [5:22]
A company is now 3D printing rockets [10:33]
What can be done if you’re seriously averse to loss, or afraid of change? [17:53]
We’ve forgotten how fast things have changed already [20:38]
We turn thoughts into things. What’s the difference between insight and intuition? [24:36]
What will happen when we all have a version of Jarvis? [27:53]
There will soon be brain to computer connection, and even brain to brain connection [30:53]
What will happen when Jarvis or Alexa hears all your arguments with your spouse? [38:59]
Peter brings up the problem of deep fakes [40:20]
We create our own futures, limitations and expansive abilities [50:30]
We will create more wealth in the next decade than we did in the last century [52:41]
Hardly anyone writes near-future fiction any more because things change too fast [57:31]
Peter talks about how new technologies will change real estate, business and storage [1:00:58]
Peter and Tom discuss the need to be monomaniacal as an entrepreneur [1:04:29]
What are the ethics behind genetic modification? [1:14:52]
There are already contacts that have augmented reality and virtual reality [1:20:13]
Steven describes the potential downsides of plant medicine [1:40:52]
In the next 20 years the human race will start irreversibly moving off the planet [1:42:01]
We are getting very close to being able to constantly being in flow [1:46:56]
What happens when VR becomes more meaningful than physical life? [1:50:02]
Steven discusses learning to control dopamine [1:53:18]
We will have more control of our own experiences in the future [1:55:06]
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On this episode of Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu, Chamillionaire explains exactly how he succeeded in hip hop, speaks passionately about the importance of forming and nurturing relationships, and even talks about how to overcome the primary roadblocks that stop most people from achieving their dreams.
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SHOW NOTES:
Chamillionaire credits his perceptiveness for much of his success [3:08]
People don’t like to get advice, even when they need to hear it, because they feel judged [4:20]
The number one thing that stops people from being successful is fear [8:16]
Chamillionaire shares the story of his neighbor being murdered [12:57]
You have to be brutally honest with yourself to change your life [17:18]
Chamillionaire explains how he succeeded at hip hop [19:45]
Chamillionaire describes having one foot in the streets and one in venture capital [25:37]
Chamillionaire talks about the importance of relationships as opposed to money [26:49]
Chamillionaire explains how he becomes as efficient as possible [31:46]
Chamillionaire describes his attraction to the letter “C” [34:09]
You won’t succeed as an individual, you’ll need a team [37:00]
Chamillionaire shares the impact he wants to have on the world [39:09]
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This is not for the faint of heart. This is for those who dare to learn obsessively, every day, day after day.
Subscription Benefits:
- Unlock the gates to a treasure trove of wisdom from inspiring guests like Andrew Huberman, Mel Robbins, Hal Elrod, Matthew McConaughey, and many, many, more
- New episodes delivered ad-free
- Exclusive access to Tom’s AMAs, keynote speeches, and suggestions from his personal reading list
- You’ll also get access to an 5 additional podcasts with hundreds of archived Impact Theory episodes, meticulously curated into themed playlists covering health, mindset, business, relationships, and more:
- Legendary Mindset: Mindset & Self-Improvement
- Money Mindset: Business & Finance
- Relationship Theory: Relationships
- Health Theory: Mental & Physical Health
- Power Ups: Weekly Doses of Short Motivational Quotes
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On this episode of Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu, Deepak Chopra examines the nature of consciousness and pursues eternal questions like, “Who am I? What do I want? What’s my purpose? What am I grateful for?” While advocating reflection, meditation and awareness, he describes the results of the deeply examined life, and gives concrete advice on how to deal with chronic illness, day-to-day suffering, and even the fear of death. For further information about Deepak Chopra please see www.deepakchopra.com.
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SHOW NOTES:
Deepak describes peptides, the “molecules of emotion” [2:42]
How do you know what you know? What is the source of consciousness? [5:19]
No neuroscientist can explain exactly how electrical information becomes experience [7:35]
We have done a good job of dealing with acute illness, but not chronic illness [9:31]
In addition to physical illness, humans also suffer from existential illness [12:15]
Deepak advocates that everyone needs to ask clearly, “Who am I?” [13:50]
Deepak discusses the benefits and limitations of panpsychism [18:45]
Deepak describes the different forms of consciousness [21:28]
Deepak explains what it means to say that the subject/object division is artificial [25:13]
Consciousness can only know itself through experience [28:18]
Why you should become comfortable with questioning your habitual certainties [29:01]
Tom and Deepak discuss the power of silence [30:40]
Deepak gives a brief breakdown of epigenetics [33:13]
Deepak describes his daily routine and the four things he does every day [35:00]
Deepak talks about his work and how he enjoys himself [37:26]
Death is not the end of consciousness, it’s the end of a storyline in consciousness [38:37]
Deepak talks about love [40:53] Deepak describes his mother’s incredible storytelling skills [44:20]
Deepak explains why gratitude is so important [46:44] Deepak discusses the future of medicine [47:02]
Deepak shares the impact he wants to have on the world [50:03]
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Are You Ready for EXTRA Impact?
If you’re ready to find true fulfillment, strengthen your focus, and ignite your true potential, the Impact Theory subscription was created just for you.
Want to transform your health, sharpen your mindset, improve your relationship, or conquer the business world? This is your epicenter of greatness.
This is not for the faint of heart. This is for those who dare to learn obsessively, every day, day after day.
Subscription Benefits:
- Unlock the gates to a treasure trove of wisdom from inspiring guests like Andrew Huberman, Mel Robbins, Hal Elrod, Matthew McConaughey, and many, many, more
- New episodes delivered ad-free
- Exclusive access to Tom’s AMAs, keynote speeches, and suggestions from his personal reading list
- You’ll also get access to an 5 additional podcasts with hundreds of archived Impact Theory episodes, meticulously curated into themed playlists covering health, mindset, business, relationships, and more:
- Legendary Mindset: Mindset & Self-Improvement
- Money Mindset: Business & Finance
- Relationship Theory: Relationships
- Health Theory: Mental & Physical Health
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