Tom Bilyeu's Impact Theory
Mondays: Tom Deep Dives. Tuesday and Wednesdays: In Depth Interviews. Thursdays: The Tom Bilyeu show. Fridays: Tom Bilyeu Live! Uncover the truth behind the headlines and memes in an unbiased pursuit of what’s real. From interviews and reactions to debates on the most important topics of the day, this podcast will challenge everything you know about current events, the economy, culture, and more. Tom Bilyeu’s Impact Theory helps you thrive in our complex world. Hosted by Tom Bilyeu, a prominent entrepreneur and co-founder of the billion-dollar company Quest Nutrition, Impact Theory covers what matters today. From geopolitics and economics to AI, science, future tech, and beyond, Tom breaks down complex topics into their fundamental elements. Learn how to see the world clearly so you can navigate even the most disruptive era.
Episodes
In Part 2 of this electrifying episode, Tom, Andrew, and Jihi Bustamante journey even deeper into the modern intelligence labyrinth—where fact, fiction, and agenda collide. The Bustamantes not only expose sobering truths about personal privacy, data, and AI, but also provide an insider look at how CIA tradecraft and manipulation work at both the institutional and personal level.
This half opens with practical spy tactics for proce...
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Tom sits down with two extraordinary guests: Andrew and Jihi Bustamante, elite intelligence professionals and co-authors of "Shadow Cell." Andrew, a former covert CIA officer and founder of Everyday Spy, and Jihi, a master targeter, pull back the curtain on the murky world of espionage, information warfare, and the complex dance between truth and spin in global politics.
Andrew delivers a masterclass on how political appointees an...
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Tom Bilyeu takes us on a no-holds-barred deep dive into the economic systems shaping our world—and the brutal realities behind rising inequality and declining prosperity. Why do some countries thrive while others spiral into poverty? Is our current system rigged beyond repair, or do we still have the power to course-correct?
Drawing on hard-hitting statistics, historical case studies, and insights from thinkers like Thomas Sowell ...
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August 9, 2025 • 61 mins
This is a Fan Fav episode. Ed Mylett’s experience with his father isn’t the kind of experience people anticipate success to be on the other side of, yet he’s joining Tom for a second time to discuss the reason he wrote his new book, The Power of One More: The Ultimate Guide to Happiness and Success, following the loss of his father.
If you’re in a place struggling with reaching your true potential, meeting you highest self, and ...
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In this dynamic and thought-provoking conversation, Tom is joined by his regular co-host Producer Drew and DJ Mason as they dive deep into the rapidly changing landscape shaped by technology, AI, and economic disruption.
This episode pulls no punches as Tom unpacks how artificial intelligence and automation are transforming entire industries—from fast food to manufacturing—and what that means for jobs, the middle class, and the fu...
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Tom and co-host Drew dive deep into the week’s most explosive headlines—from Trump’s bold moves on the global stage, including nuclear posturing and ultimatums to Russia, to Senator Warren’s controversial takes on taxing the rich and the very real repercussions that could have on cities like New York. The conversation pulls no punches, breaking down what happens if billionaires flee, what’s truly driving skyrocketing unaffordabilit...
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Picking up where they left off, Tom and Dave tackle the hard realities of economic instability, debt spirals, and the perilous connection between populist narrative battles and actual policy. The duo examine what’s at stake as America approaches its 250th anniversary, questioning what national values and stories we ought to anchor in—and how those can overcome destructive polarization and utopian fantasies.
The conversation doesn’...
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Known for his sharp insights on media, identity, and the shape of the American conversation, Dave joins Joe just as he's about to head "off the grid" for a month-long digital detox—making this one of his final interviews before a complete unplug.
Together, Tom and Dave dive into the rise of the "woke right," the evolution of right-wing populism, and the complex dynamics fueling extremism on both sides of the aisle. The conversatio...
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In today’s episode, Tom and Producer Drew dive into the passionate—and sometimes heated—comments from their recent deep dive on taxes and economic inequality. Using your thought-provoking feedback as a springboard, Tom tackles the emotional debate around whether the rich are paying their fair share, why taxes hit the poor and middle class hardest, and what’s really behind the growing economic divide.
From the complexities of infla...
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August 2, 2025 • 46 mins
On this episode of Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu, he lays out the most fundamental aspects of a good leader. Adam and Tom discuss humility, integrity and the importance of being a giver, not a taker. They also delve deep into the idea of “cognitive entrenchment”, which is a deadly trap that everyone has to deal with, no matter how educated, informed, or driven they are.
ORIGINAL AIR DATE: 6-16-20
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In this live community-driven session, Drew and Mason take the reins as they dive headfirst into one of the hottest topics out there: income tax, wealth distribution, and the question that never fails to heat up the comments section—are the rich really paying their fair share?
Pulling insights from Tom’s recent deep dive, the hosts break down the complexities of “trickle down” economics, dissect why income and wealth are taxed dif...
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Tom and co-host Drew tackle some of the most pressing issues shaping our world right now—from trade deals and tech breakthroughs to the complexities of American politics and evolving cultural narratives.
The conversation kicks off with reactions to a major US-EU trade agreement and what it means for America’s place in the global economy. Tom and Drew dive into the ongoing gridlock in Congress, sparked by passionate remarks from Co...
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In Part 2 of Tom Bilyeu’s epic conversation with Kevin O’Leary, the discussion escalates from global power struggles to the very heart of America’s economic future. As the superpowers of the US and China face off, Tom and Kevin analyze the survival of the American dream—are freedom and entrepreneurship enough to keep America competitive in an era of inequality, populism, and ballooning debt?
This half of the episode pulls back the...
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In this powerhouse episode of Impact Theory, Tom Bilyeu sits down with the legendary investor and entrepreneur Kevin O’Leary, famously known as “Mr. Wonderful” from Shark Tank. With his trademark candor and economic insight, Kevin breaks down what's really happening with America's global negotiating power, the controversial tactics of Donald Trump, and how America's financial future hangs in the balance.
Tom and Kevin take you beh...
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In today's episode, we're diving deep into one of the most controversial and complex issues of our time: wealth inequality and the fierce debate around taxing the rich. Hashtags like “EatTheRich” have taken over social media, and public figures are demanding that billionaires pay their “fair share.” But what do the numbers actually say—are the wealthy really freeloading, or are we missing the bigger picture?
Tom unpacks the real...
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July 26, 2025 • 51 mins
Best-selling author Cal Newport literally wrote the book on how to “Get so good they can’t ignore you.” Instead of looking inwards and trying to find your one true passion, he advises lowering the bar and finding a few decent interests. Then, raise the bar for skill acquisition and mastery. Anyone feeling “stuck” in life will find his approach challenging and refreshing. So tune into this episode of Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu, a...
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Welcome back to Impact Theory with Tom Bilyeu! In this electrifying live episode, Tom dives headfirst into some of the most contentious issues making headlines today—from Tulsi Gabbard’s explosive accusations against Obama, to protests in Ukraine, and the UK’s controversial carbon credit pilot programs. Joined by Producer Drew, the conversation unpacks the wild landscape of modern politics, including the rise of extreme ideologies ...
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Tom Bilyeu and co-host Producer Drew dive headfirst into some of the most controversial and thought-provoking stories making headlines right now. From Tulsi Gabbard’s explosive accusations against Barack Obama and the ongoing debate over prosecuting former presidents, to massive protests shaking Ukraine and the precarious state of global democracy, no topic is off limits.
We’ll also unpack the UK’s dystopian carbon credit experime...
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In today’s episode, Tom sits down with Vishen Lakhiani, the trailblazing founder and CEO of Mindvalley, as well as best-selling author of "The Buddha and the Badass." Vishen has devoted his life to revolutionizing how we learn and grow, impacting millions across the world with his insights on personal development, consciousness, and building a truly extraordinary life.
This episode dives deep into the beliefs and habits that fuel ...
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Tom Bilyeu welcomes entrepreneur and media powerhouse Patrick Bet-David, founder of Valuetainment, for a masterclass on leadership, politics, and the high-stakes challenges currently facing America. Together, Tom and Patrick dive into a rapid-fire analysis of Donald Trump’s performance as president, dissecting his leadership style as a project manager and the enormous complexity of running multiple high-impact agendas at once. The ...
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