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  • The #1 Threat to America Right Now (And It’s Not What You Think) | Mike Baker PT 2
    May 1 2025
    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. 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" FOLLOW MIKE BAKER:Twitter/X: ⁠https://twitter.com/mbcompanyman⁠President’s Daily Brief: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/@PresidentsDailyBrief⁠Portman Square Group: ⁠https://www.portmansquaregroup.com/⁠ CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORS Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to ⁠⁠https://www.vitalproteins.com⁠⁠ and entering promo code IMPACT at check out Upway: Get $150 OFF any purchase over a thousand when you use code IMPACT at ⁠⁠https://upway.co⁠⁠. iRestore: For a limited time only, our listeners are getting a HUGE discount on the iRestore Elite when you use code IMPACT at ⁠⁠https://iRestore.com/impact⁠⁠. Monarch Money: Use code THEORY at ⁠⁠https://monarchmoney.com⁠⁠ for 50% off your first year! Mint Mobile: If you like your money, Mint Mobile is for you. Shop plans at ⁠⁠https://mintmobile.com/impact.⁠⁠ DISCLAIMER: Upfront payment of $45 for 3-month 5 gigabyte plan required (equivalent to $15/mo.). New customer offer for first 3 months only, then full-price plan options available. Taxes & fees extra. See MINT MOBILE for details. 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
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  • Trump’s First 100 Days: Master Strategist or Global Wrecking Ball? | The Tom Bilyeu Show
    Apr 30 2025
    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. SHOWNOTES 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" 50:38 Join Our Live Sessions CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORS Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to ⁠https://www.vitalproteins.com⁠ and entering promo code IMPACT at check out Upway: Get $150 OFF any purchase over a thousand when you use code IMPACT at ⁠https://upway.co⁠. iRestore: For a limited time only, our listeners are getting a HUGE discount on the iRestore Elite when you use code IMPACT at ⁠https://iRestore.com/impact⁠. Monarch Money: Use code THEORY at ⁠https://monarchmoney.com⁠ for 50% off your first year! Mint Mobile: If you like your money, Mint Mobile is for you. Shop plans at ⁠https://mintmobile.com/impact.⁠ DISCLAIMER: Upfront payment of $45 for 3-month 5 gigabyte plan required (equivalent to $15/mo.). New customer offer for first 3 months only, then full-price plan options available. Taxes & fees extra. See MINT MOBILE for details. 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
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  • Mike Baker: How America Is Losing Control — Inside the New World War We’re Not Ready For | PT 1
    Apr 29 2025
    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" FOLLOW MIKE BAKER:Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/mbcompanymanPresident’s Daily Brief: https://www.youtube.com/@PresidentsDailyBriefPortman Square Group: https://www.portmansquaregroup.com/ CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORS Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to ⁠https://www.vitalproteins.com⁠ and entering promo code IMPACT at check out Upway: Get $150 OFF any purchase over a thousand when you use code IMPACT at ⁠https://upway.co⁠. iRestore: For a limited time only, our listeners are getting a HUGE discount on the iRestore Elite when you use code IMPACT at ⁠https://iRestore.com/impact⁠. Monarch Money: Use code THEORY at ⁠https://monarchmoney.com⁠ for 50% off your first year! Mint Mobile: If you like your money, Mint Mobile is for you. Shop plans at ⁠https://mintmobile.com/impact.⁠ DISCLAIMER: Upfront payment of $45 for 3-month 5 gigabyte plan required (equivalent to $15/mo.). New customer offer for first 3 months only, then full-price plan options available. Taxes & fees extra. See MINT MOBILE for details. 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
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    1 h y 21 m
  • introducing: the strata
    Apr 29 2025
    The Strata is a dystopian audio drama set in a sprawling sci-fi metropolis, where survival often means working with the criminal underworld. Through a series of interconnected, character-driven stories, the show explores themes of inequality, corruption, and resilience in a divided society. Gritty, immersive, and emotionally grounded, each season follows a new character navigating life at the margins. Listen to The Strata wherever you get your podcasts or visit thestratapodcast.com to learn more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • How Power Really Works — From Tariffs to TikTok | The Tom Bilyeu Show
    Apr 28 2025
    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 CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORS Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to ⁠https://www.vitalproteins.com⁠ and entering promo code IMPACT at check out Upway: Get $150 OFF any purchase over a thousand when you use code IMPACT at ⁠https://upway.co⁠. iRestore: For a limited time only, our listeners are getting a HUGE discount on the iRestore Elite when you use code IMPACT at ⁠https://iRestore.com/impact⁠. Monarch Money: Use code THEORY at ⁠https://monarchmoney.com⁠ for 50% off your first year! Mint Mobile: If you like your money, Mint Mobile is for you. Shop plans at ⁠https://mintmobile.com/impact.⁠ DISCLAIMER: Upfront payment of $45 for 3-month 5 gigabyte plan required (equivalent to $15/mo.). New customer offer for first 3 months only, then full-price plan options available. Taxes & fees extra. See MINT MOBILE for details. 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
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    1 h y 20 m
  • Trapped in a Broken System: How to Take Control When Culture Is Working Against You | Tom Bilyeu Q&A (Fan Fav)
    Apr 26 2025
    Tom Bilyeu and Cindy (@essenceofcin) field questions from the Impact Theory community on moderation and the steps you can take to set goals and crush them. ORIGINAL AIR DATE: 3-12-17  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
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    1 h y 17 m
  • Everything Is Breaking: Trade Wars, Birthrate Collapse & Free Speech Lies | The Tom Bilyeu Show
    Apr 25 2025
    Welcome back to The Tom Bilyeu Show! In this episode, Drew and I cut through the noise on Trump’s changing stance toward China tariffs, digging into whether it’s chaos or calculated strategy—and why I refuse to play partisan “team sports.” We cover power struggles in the Trump administration, with Elon Musk clashing behind the scenes and Tesla’s profits sinking. We also connect lessons from World War II to today’s Ukraine-Russia conflict, dive into the debate over Trump’s proposed “baby bonus,” and discuss what’s really behind falling birth rates. To top it off, we take on the viral Shannon Sharpe OnlyFans scandal and the risks of public life. It’s a fast-paced, honest look at business, politics, and culture—so tune in if you want clear thinking over tribal bickering. SHOWNOTES 00:00 Navigating Political Strategies and Bias 05:44 Trump's Softened Tone and Defeat 08:11 Manufacturing's Vital Return to the US 09:38 "The Physics of Progress in Life" 15:37 Clarify Ideas to Test Understanding 16:34 Prioritization Reveals True Clarity 20:50 Dynamic Tensions Among High Achievers 24:51 Elon Musk's Government Involvement Impact 27:37 Balancing Entertainment and Ethics 31:06 Power, Speech, and Corporate Turnaround 34:49 Gut Instinct and Perception Dilemma 37:29 Success and Intelligence: Organizational Skill 42:14 Primitive Survival Tactics 42:53 "Sociopaths: Evolutionary Role Debate" 48:11 Critique of One-time Child Payment 51:05 "Prioritizing Purpose Over Parenthood" 52:47 Rethinking Parenthood and Purpose 59:00 Consent and Context in Messages 01:00:21 Podcast Sign-off and Call to Action CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORS Audible: Sign up for a free 30 day trial at https://audible.com/IMPACTTHEORY Vital Proteins: Get 20% off by going to https://www.vitalproteins.com and entering promo code IMPACT at check out Upway: Get $150 OFF any purchase over a thousand when you use code IMPACT at https://upway.co. Thrive Market: ​​Go to https:thrivemarket.com/impact for 30% off your first order, plus a FREE $60 gift! American Alternative Assets: If you're ready to explore gold as part of your investment strategy, call 1-888-615-8047 or go to https://TomGetsGold.com Tech Unheard: Tune into Tech Unheard from Arm and NPM—wherever you get your podcasts. Monarch Money: Use code THEORY at https://monarchmoney.com for 50% off your first year! Mint Mobile: If you like your money, Mint Mobile is for you. Shop plans at https://mintmobile.com/impact. DISCLAIMER: Upfront payment of $45 for 3-month 5 gigabyte plan required (equivalent to $15/mo.). New customer offer for first 3 months only, then full-price plan options available. Taxes & fees extra. See MINT MOBILE for details. 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
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    1 h y 16 m
  • Success Is Killing You: How Culture Built You to Break, Burn Out & Give Up | Arthur Brooks (Fan Fav)
    Apr 24 2025
    Given all of the possibilities we have living in a modern society, people still struggle with feeling lost, unhappy, and unfulfilled. It’s even been reported that American unhappiness hit a record low early this year. If you do a climate check with the people in your life and your social media pages, it’s not hard to see that sadly behind some of the smiles, there’s a feeling of unhappiness in the air. Arthur C. Brooks is the William Henry Bloomberg Professor of the Practice of Public Leadership at the Harvard Kennedy School and Professor of Management Practice at the Harvard Business School. He’s discussing why he felt called to explore and research the human experience and model of what actually brings us happiness. If money, fame, power, and pleasure doesn’t bring permanent happiness, then what does? How can you ensure a trajectory of life that leads to happiness and fulfillment? ORIGINAL AIR DATE: 5-17-22 Check out Arthur’s latest book, From Strength to Strength: https://www.amazon.com/Strength-Finding-Success-Happiness-Purpose/dp/059319148X/ SHOW NOTES: 0:00 | Introduction to Arthur Brooks 0:44 | Lost and Unhappy with life 10:57 | The Model of Happiness 19:16 | The Curve of Intelligence 26:30 | Being Entrepreneurial 30:54 | Becoming Fully Alive 43:35 | Chasing the Happiness Idol 53:46 | Truthful to Yourself 58:02 | Polarity of Values & Fear 1:13:11 | Happiness & Affect Profiles 1:20:28 | Motive Attribution 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
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    1 h y 42 m
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