Welcome back to Impact Theory with your host Tom Bilyeu. In today's episode, we're diving deep into the aftermath of the 2024 election and its surprising outcomes. We'll navigate the complex landscape of political frustration, economic challenges, and the emergence of grassroots movements shaping today's America. We'll explore the American public's sentiment of being ignored by elites, the significance of new media platforms giving voice to the working class, and analyze the gender gap in political preferences. With discussions on the resurgence of religion in public life, Trump’s unconventional communication style, and Elon Musk's potential impact on government spending, we aim to provide a holistic view of current events. Get ready for an engaging conversation on topics ranging from Bitcoin's economic implications to the necessity of fiscal responsibility, transparency in government spending, and the importance of middle-class prosperity. Plus, we'll delve into the enduring conflicts in the Middle East and the global quest for economic stability and peace. SHOWNOTES 00:00 Run thought experiment to assess government's impact. 09:14 Desires a thriving middle class, disillusioned promise. 12:33 Exploring unpolished ideas reflects problem-solving approach. 19:05 Middle-class prosperity essential for national unity. 24:29 Elon Musk can enhance government efficiency, economy. 31:14 Emotions shape actions; autonomy is an illusion. 33:40 Focus on hope and economic opportunities now. 38:37 Beliefs aren't true; they're emotionally-driven choices. 45:11 Few voices compellingly supported Kamala Harris. 48:58 Hopeful voters influenced by reproductive rights issues. 58:08 Trump's stance: Against national abortion ban. 01:00:25 Bitcoin's growth: volatility to stability, wealth storage. 01:04:51 AI transparency in budgeting and social media algorithms. CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORS Range Rover: Explore the Range Rover Sport at  https://landroverUSA.com Miro: Bring your teams to Miro’s revolutionary Innovation Workspace and be faster from idea to outcome at https://miro.com. ButcherBox: Get your choice of a free protein in every box for a year, plus that $20 off your first order with code IMPACT at https://butcherbox.com/impact. What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here: If you want my help... STARTING a business: join me here at ZERO TO FOUNDER SCALING a business: see if you qualify here. Get my battle-tested strategies and insights delivered weekly to your inbox: sign up here. If you're serious about leveling up your life, I urge you to check out my new podcast, Tom Bilyeu’s Mindset Playbook —a goldmine of my most impactful episodes on mindset, business, and health. Trust me, your future self will thank you. Join me live on my Twitch stream. I'm live daily from 6:30 to 8:30 am PT at www.twitch.tv/tombilyeu LISTEN TO IMPACT THEORY AD FREE + BONUS EPISODES on APPLE PODCASTS: apple.co/impacttheory FOLLOW TOM: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/tombilyeu YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices