The Diary Of A CEO with Steven Bartlett

WARNING: Nothing you see is real, and your brain evolved to hide the truth?! Top psychologist Donald Hoffman reveals the mathematical proof we’re living in a virtual illusion, how space-time is just a headset, and why consciousness is the real code.Donald Hoffman is an award-winning cognitive scientist and professor at the University of California, Irvine. He is best known for his groundbreaking research into perception and consciousness, and is also the author of the book ‘The Case Against Reality’. He explains:  Why seeing true reality would kill us How evolution hides reality to help us survive What’s really behind the space-time illusion How your brain acts like a VR headset How consciousness builds the universe  Why space, gravity, and nuclear forces don’t actually fit together00:00 Intro  02:30 Do We Understand What We're Seeing?  02:35 Rhonda's Mission, Drive, and the Problems She Wants to Solve  03:03 Space-Time  05:39 Are We in a Virtual Reality World?  07:50 Darwin’s Theory Suggests Our World Isn’t Real  13:06 What Would Reality Be Without Our Senses?  18:07 Simulations That Prove This Isn’t Real  23:28 What This Means for Living a Better Life  33:43 Understand Who You Are  38:24 Simulation Theories  43:18 What’s the Meaning of Life in This Reality?  44:56 Did Someone or Something Create Consciousness?  46:59 Where Does God Fit in This Reality?  48:24 Was Jesus Divine Beyond Any of Us?  52:56 Near-Death Experience and What Happens When We Die  01:02:05 Grief and Love  01:05:14 Light and Tunnel in Near-Death Experiences  01:07:25 Why Do We Suffer?  01:18:49 What Is Your Theory of Consciousness Proving?  01:24:55 Biggest Discovery: We Can Engineer Time  01:28:59 The Consequences of Your Findings  01:38:26 Mental Health and Illusions  01:45:36 How This Reality Helps You Deal with Life  01:52:24 The Nature of Reality and AI  01:57:54 What Would You Do If You Knew You Could Not Fail?  Follow Professor Donald:X - https://bit.ly/4obiFIj Instagram - https://bit.ly/478nUT3 UC Irvine - https://bit.ly/3ITwVFC You can purchase Professor Donald’s book, ‘The Case Against Reality’, here: https://amzn.to/4ocB7k3 The Diary Of A CEO:⬜️Join DOAC circle here - https://doaccircle.com/ ⬜️Buy The Diary Of A CEO book here - https://smarturl.it/DOACbook ⬜️The 1% Diary is back - limited time only: https://bit.ly/3YFbJbt ⬜️The Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards (Second Edition): https://g2ul0.app.link/f31dsUttKKb ⬜️Get email updates - https://bit.ly/diary-of-a-ceo-yt ⬜️Follow Steven - https://g2ul0.app.link/gnGqL4IsKKb Sponsors: Shopify - https://shopify.com/bartlett  Justworks - http://Justworks.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theexperienceplus.substack.com

Anti-aging expert Dr Rhonda Patrick reveals how magnesium, HIIT workouts, creatine, and vitamin D can prevent disease, slow aging, and boost brain power - starting today. Dr. Rhonda Patrick is a PhD biomedical scientist, expert in aging, nutrition, and metabolism, and founder of FoundMyFitness. She produces a monthly series of in-depth, science-focused podcasts exploring actionable strategies for enhancing longevity, cognitive performance, and physical health.She explains: Why cardiovascular fitness is the #1 predictor of lifespan The groundbreaking science behind rejuvenating your heart by 20 years How small daily habits can cut your risk of Alzheimer’s and cancer The hidden link between mitochondrial health, aging, and chronic disease00:00 Intro 02:17 My Mission to Improve People's Health 03:50 What Impact Will Rhonda's Research Have on People? 05:22 The Role of Genetics in Aging vs. Lifestyle 07:36 Lifestyle and Life Expectancy 10:06 The Future of Aging, Longevity, and Gene Therapy 15:28 Death-Related Risks of Being Sedentary 22:30 How to Improve Your Cardiorespiratory Fitness 25:45 Best Workout Routine to Improve Cardio Health 30:14 Norwegian 4x4 Training Explained 32:41 How the Body Generates Energy and Exercise Intensity 38:28 Why We Can’t Drink Lactate and the Effects of Vigorous Training 42:33 How to Reduce Cognitive Decline 47:11 What Causes Dementia and Alzheimer’s 53:09 Do Multivitamins Improve Cognitive Performance? 01:00:26 70% of the U.S. Population Is Vitamin D Deficient 01:03:12 Vitamin D Deficiency and Increased Risk of Dementia 01:14:41 How the Keto Diet Affects Life Expectancy and Healthspan 01:19:43 Exogenous Ketones and Cognitive Repair 01:24:06 Recommended Superfoods 01:26:46 Omega-3: Effects on Mental Health, Depression, and Longevity 01:32:21 Is Omega-3 Supplementation the Same as a High Omega-3 Diet? 01:41:28 Effects of Creatine on Cognitive Function 01:49:18 Link Between Cancer Outcomes and Creatine 01:50:09 Does Creatine Cause Hair Loss? 01:59:06 Fasting Windows to Achieve Autophagy 02:01:01 Intermittent Fasting: Do’s and Don’ts 02:02:19 Effects of Fasting on Sleep 02:04:49 How Soon After Training Should You Take Protein? 02:08:29 What Is Insulin Resistance? 02:10:28 Benefits of Red Light Therapy 02:11:36 Infrared vs. Traditional Saunas 02:18:41 Sauna Benefits: Reducing Stress and Improving Mood 02:22:12 What Are Microplastics and Are They Harmful? 02:27:48 The Role of Fiber in Eliminating Microplastics 02:31:43 Are There Risks to Living Near a Golf Course? 02:42:18 What Is Choline?Follow Dr Rhonda:Instagram - https://bit.ly/3TYAEUDX - https://bit.ly/3IFvCu1 Website - https://bit.ly/4o75U1F Weekly health newsletter - https://bit.ly/4kYsR4f You can subscribe to Rhonda’s monthly series on YouTube and Spotify:YouTube: https://bit.ly/4l1FZW9 Spotify: https://bit.ly/45l77Lc You can download Rhonda's free protocol guides, here:The Cognitive Enhancement Blueprint - https://bit.ly/44QYF6t The Omega-3 Supplementation Guide- https://bit.ly/44Pi1sE How to Train According to the Experts - https://bit.ly/4mbtzMm Research Document: https://stevenbartlett.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/DOAC-Dr-Rhonda-Patrick-Independent-Research-further-reading.pdfThe Diary Of A CEO:⬜️Join DOAC circle here - https://doaccircle.com/ ⬜️Buy The Diary Of A CEO book here - https://smarturl.it/DOACbook ⬜️The 1% Diary is back - limited time only: https://bit.ly/3YFbJbt ⬜️The Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards (Second Edition): https://g2ul0.app.link/f31dsUttKKb ⬜️Follow Steven - https://g2ul0.app.link/gnGqL4IsKKb Sponsors:Intuit - https://www.intuit.com/expert-careers/?cid=aud_nativly_reach_us_expertnetwork-fy25_aw_hostread-diaryofceo-na-60s_broad_audio_1x1_intuit-gtm_na_na  KetoneIQ - Visit https://ketone.com/STEVEN for 30% off your subscription orderLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theexperienceplus.substack.com

In today’s moment, renowned neuroscientist and author, Anna Lembke, explores the fascinating science of dopamine and its impact on our behaviour. Discover why dopamine is fundamental to survival, how it drives pleasure and motivation, and why we are more vulnerable to addiction than we think.Neuroscientist Anna Lembke is the author of bestselling book, Dopamine Nation. As a professor of psychiatry and the Medical Director of the Stanford Addiction Medicine program, she has become a leading expert on the brain’s reward system. Her work explores how the balance of pleasure and pain in the brain can lead to addiction and what happens when we overstimulate our reward pathways in the modern world.Listen to the full episode here!Spotify: https://g2ul0.app.link/QYBqCgLtgVbApple: https://g2ul0.app.link/wiYqNPRtgVbWatch the episodes on YouTube: ⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/%20TheDiaryOfACEO/videos⁠Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theexperienceplus.substack.com

Is Gavin Newsom America’s Next President?!The California Governor breaks his silence on the 2028 US presidential campaign, exposes the TRUTH about the Epstein files, reveals what Trump REALLY told him after calling him 'Newscum', and uncovers Trump's plan to rejig the 2028 election!Governor Gavin Newsom previously served as Lieutenant Governor of California and Mayor of San Francisco, and famously survived a 2021 recall election with 62% of the vote. He is co-founder of the hospitality and business empire PlumpJack Group, and hosts the This Is Gavin Newsom podcast, where he has raw, honest conversations with critics and allies alike.He explains:  Why Trump wants him arrested and is trying to stay in power for 2028 Why America is at a breaking point and creating broken, lonely males How Biden was pushed out by panic and pressure from the Democratic party  Gavin’s personal story of being bullied, dyslexic, and broke growing up How his mother worked 3 jobs and rented out her own bedroom to survive00:00 Intro  02:40 Can You Believe Your Life?  03:22 Are You the Next President of the United States?  06:11 Your Earliest Context  08:02 Struggling With Learning Difficulties  10:45 We Didn't Have Much Money  13:18 Dyslexia  14:44 Were You Bullied?  18:01 Principles Learned From Starting Your Own Business  22:40 Why Did You Leave Business for Politics?  27:52 Becoming Mayor of San Francisco 32:10 Your Mayoral Race and Your Mum's Diagnosis  37:20 Being With My Mum Through Her Assisted Dying  43:47 How Did You Mess Up?  48:05 Ads  49:14 What's Going On With Young Men?  52:42 What Did the Democratic Party Get Wrong About Men?  55:40 How Would Things Change if You Became President?  58:47 Inviting the Opposition to Your Podcast  1:02:26 Immigration  1:05:45 Who Does Trump Care About?  1:07:19 Does Trump Want You to Fail?  1:12:16 Trump Bribing the Elections  1:12:53 Trump and the Election Fraud  1:16:55 Democrats Not Helping Entrepreneurs  1:19:42 Elon Musk  1:23:24 Your Approach to Entrepreneurship and Tech as President  1:26:26 Is the World Safer Under Trump Than Biden?  1:27:59 Was the Democratic Party Trying to Overthrow Biden?  1:34:08 Am I Sitting With the Future President of the United States?  1:40:17 Homelessness Issues in California  1:43:26 Jeffrey Epstein  1:47:06 Have You Received a Sign From Beyond?  Follow Governor Gavin:X - https://bit.ly/44JlVmN Instagram - https://bit.ly/4f1xsRM This Is Gavin Newsom Podcast - https://bit.ly/4m22KdA You can pre-order Governor Gavin’s memoir, ‘Young Man in a Hurry: A Memoir of Discovery’, here: https://amzn.to/40vvfbn The Diary Of A CEO:⬜️Join DOAC circle here - https://doaccircle.com/ ⬜️Buy The Diary Of A CEO book here - https://smarturl.it/DOACbook ⬜️The 1% Diary is back - limited time only: https://bit.ly/3YFbJbt ⬜️The Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards (Second Edition): https://g2ul0.app.link/f31dsUttKKb ⬜️Get email updates - https://bit.ly/diary-of-a-ceo-yt ⬜️Follow Steven - https://g2ul0.app.link/gnGqL4IsKKb Sponsors: Justworks - http://Justworks.com  KetoneIQ - Visit https://ketone.com/STEVEN for 30% off your subscription orderLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theexperienceplus.substack.com

Renting is smarter than buying?!Personal Finance Expert Nischa Shah breaks down the 65-20-15 hack to making money, why saving for a house might RUIN your path to financial freedom, and how to build REAL wealth through passive income, smart money habits, and beginner-friendly investing strategies.Nischa Shah is a qualified accountant and ex-investment banker who walked away from a 6-figure career to teach millions how to take control of their money. She’s the creator of the fast-growing YouTube channel ‘Nischa’ with over 1 million subscribers, where she breaks down debt, saving, and investing. She explains: ◻️The 65-20-15 money framework that generates passive income without a job.◻️How to invest in index funds and retire early with compound interest.◻️Why your job might be making you poorer every day. ◻️The dangerous lie about “saving = security” and what to do instead.◻️Why the credit card trap is costing you thousands without you realising.00:00 Intro 02:28 My Mission to Spread Actionable Money Tips 04:28 Trauma and the Link to Money Attachment Styles 08:34 The 4 Steps to Take Control of Your Finances 11:58 Paying Your Debts 13:55 The Emergency Financial Buffer We All Need 15:07 What to Do With Saved Money 17:09 Do These 3 Things Before Investing 20:00 Why You Should Save for Retirement 22:56 Spending Money for External Validation 27:36 What to Invest In 31:09 How to Get a Salary Raise 37:07 Is Buying a House a Good Investment? 44:44 What Is Opportunity Cost? 48:54 Should You Split Your Investments? 53:42 What Does Nisha's Portfolio Look Like? 56:40 Ads 57:31 The Best Book to Learn About Finance 01:01:15 Should I Buy or Lease a Car? 01:04:35 Should We Sacrifice Some of Our Enjoyments? 01:07:30 What's the Best Way to Track Your Numbers? 01:11:12 The Role of Money in Relationships 01:16:18 What Is Passive Income and How to Get It 01:21:59 Ads01:23:48 Making Millions With YouTube 01:29:41 Doing Your Finances With AI 01:36:28 The Importance of Your Credit Score 01:45:20 What Would You Not Spend Money On? 01:48:52 My Dad's Words Changed Me 01:57:57 I Felt So Much Pain During My Career 02:01:21 Your Hardest Day Follow Nischa:YouTube - https://bit.ly/4kHiVMl Instagram - https://bit.ly/3Ui6eNd 💡You can find out more about Nischa’s ‘Intentional Spending Tracker’, here: https://bit.ly/3GR5gEC The Diary Of A CEO:⬜️Join DOAC circle here - https://doaccircle.com/ ⬜️Buy The Diary Of A CEO book here - https://smarturl.it/DOACbook ⬜️The 1% Diary is back - limited time only: https://bit.ly/3YFbJbt ⬜️The Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards (Second Edition): https://g2ul0.app.link/f31dsUttKKb ⬜️Get email updates - https://bit.ly/diary-of-a-ceo-yt ⬜️Follow Steven - https://g2ul0.app.link/gnGqL4IsKKb Sponsors:Stan Store - https://stevenbartlett.stan.store/  Fiverr - https://www.fiverr.com/diary with code DIARY for 10% off your first orderIntuit - https://www.intuit.com/expert-careers/?cid=aud_nativly_reach_us_expertnetwork-fy25_aw_hostread-diaryofceo-na-60s_broad_audio_1x1_intuit-gtm_na_naLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theexperienceplus.substack.com

In today’s Moments episode, comedian Tim Dillon offers his candid perspective on how different generations approach life and work. From Gen Z’s growing rejection of traditional success, to his sharp critique of fame, Dillon cuts through the contradictions that shape today’s culture.Tim Dillon is a comedian, actor, and host of The Tim Dillon Show podcast, known for his unapologetic takes on culture and politics. In 2022, he released his first Netflix special, Tim Dillon: A Real Hero, followed by I’m Your Mother in 2025. Listen to the full episode here!Spotify: https://g2ul0.app.link/2hFDeAJJ4UbApple: https://g2ul0.app.link/rOBImYPJ4UbWatch the episodes on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/%20TheDiaryOfACEO/videosLearn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theexperienceplus.substack.com

Is your daily routine ruining your health? Is THIS habit silently triggering dementia? Vitamin D Expert Dr. Roger Seheult reveals how sunlight exposure, caffeine intake, and sleep can impact cancer risk, accelerate dementia, and fry your dopamine brain! Dr. Roger Seheult is a world-leading doctor in internal medicine, lung health, critical care, and sleep medicine. As co-founder of MedCram, he’s helped millions understand how vitamin D, sunlight, mitochondria, and circadian rhythms impact disease, brain health, and longevity.In this powerful interview, he explains: ◻️How just 2 minutes of morning sunlight can boost dopamine by 250%. ◻️The daily habit increasing your cancer risk (and how to fix it).◻️What caffeine does to your sleep, hormones, and mental clarity. ◻️How red and infrared light boost your mitochondria. ◻️How sleep, light, and nutrition create a blueprint for longevity. 00:00 Intro02:27 What Is Roger Aiming to Accomplish?03:28 The 8 Pillars of Health09:13 Story of Henry: A Fungal Lung Disease Patient20:40 Why Our Mitochondria Need Sunlight27:46 Sunlight and Viruses: Impact on COVID-1930:00 Vitamin D and Lower Risk in COVID Patients33:55 Benefits of Using Infrared Light Devices47:50 Could More Sunlight Help You Live Longer?51:20 Does the Sun Really Cause Melanoma?54:37 Are Humans Meant to Live Outside?57:31 Is It Worth Wearing an Infrared Light Mask?59:31 How to Get Infrared Light on a Cloudy Day01:08:14 Optimal Time of Day to Get Sunlight01:09:34 Circadian Rhythm and Light Exposure01:11:28 Benefits of SAD Light Therapy01:13:02 Can Looking Through a Window Help Circadian Rhythm?01:15:11 Why Should We Avoid Bright Screens at Night?01:17:31 Should the Bedroom Be Completely Dark at Night?01:19:23 Do Vitamin D Supplements Work?01:21:14 Possible Consequences of Vitamin D Overdose01:22:02 The Role of Vitamin D in the Body01:24:00 Do Cravings Signal Nutrient Deficiencies?01:25:35 Water’s Role in the Body01:27:20 Interferons and the Innate Immune System01:32:52 Importance of Hydration for Fighting Infections01:34:35 Should We Use Hot and Cold Therapy Together?01:36:10 Impact of Tree Aromas on Immunity01:38:44 Do Indoor CO₂ Levels Matter?01:39:30 How Can We Optimize Indoor Air Quality?01:40:37 Faith as a Way to Deal With Stress and Anxiety01:42:42 Conditional vs. Unconditional Forgiveness and Stress01:45:55 Are People Who Believe in God Generally Healthier?01:47:34 Roger’s Experience Witnessing Death01:49:14 A Miraculous Story: Anoxic Brain Injury Recovery01:59:17 Should Hospital Patients Be Taken Outside?01:59:57 Are Melatonin Supplements Good for Sleep?02:00:45 Side Effects of Melatonin SupplementsFollow Dr Roger:Youtube - https://bit.ly/452IbrP X - https://bit.ly/3Udq5NA Instagram - https://bit.ly/3UgDLaA 📃 Research document: https://bit.ly/44Kh1pL 💡You can find out more about the light therapy lamp mentioned, here: https://amzn.to/4lXsUyc 💡You can find out more about the Aranet4 CO₂ meter mentioned, here: https://bit.ly/4lIvRmk The Diary Of A CEO:⬜️Join DOAC circle here - https://doaccircle.com/ ⬜️Buy The Diary Of A CEO book here - https://smarturl.it/DOACbook ⬜️The 1% Diary is back - limited time only: https://bit.ly/3YFbJbt ⬜️The Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards (Second Edition): https://g2ul0.app.link/f31dsUttKKb ⬜️Get email updates - https://bit.ly/diary-of-a-ceo-yt ⬜️Follow Steven - https://g2ul0.app.link/gnGqL4IsKKb Sponsors:Linkedin Jobs - https://www.linkedin.com/doac Intuit - https://www.intuit.com/expert-careers/?cid=aud_nativly_reach_us_expertnetwork-fy25_aw_hostread-diaryofceo-na-60s_broad_audio_1x1_intuit-gtm_na_naStan Store - https://stevenbartlett.stan.store/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theexperienceplus.substack.com

Are We Already Living Through Societal Collapse? Eric Weinstein sounds the alarm on AI threats, corrupt science, drone warfare, nuclear war, and deep-state secrets like Epstein. A world-renowned thinker, he asks: Are Elon Musk and the laws of physics our only escape route?Eric Weinstein is a mathematician, former Managing Director of Thiel Capital, and one of today’s most provocative intellectuals. He is also the host of the popular podcast ‘The Portal’, where he tackles controversial topics - from the failures of academia to the rise of AI, the limits of physics, and the urgent breakthroughs we need. In this explosive interview, he explains: Why the post-World War II global order is collapsing, and what comes next. How AI and drone warfare are changing war forever. How modern life distracts us from existential threats. Why we must leave Earth if we want a future for humanity.Timestamps:00:00 Intro00:03:05 Why Nobody's Talking About What Actually Matters00:04:43 Are We Already in the Most Dangerous Era of Human History?00:14:03 We’ve Lost Our Sense of Meaning and It's Killing Us00:15:24 Why You're More Lost Than You Realise00:18:29 Society Is Quietly Falling Apart… Here’s How00:20:15 The Systems You Trust Are Failing You00:29:38 AI Is Coming Faster Than Anyone’s Prepared For00:30:04 This Is What Happens When Machines Outsmart Us00:41:51 Chess Proves the Human Brain Is Already Outdated00:43:49 What Every Young Person Needs to Know About the Future01:00:38 ADS01:05:46 Did America Engineer the Two-State Solution?01:17:52 Intelligence Is Broken — Who's Really in Charge?01:26:28 Collapse Doesn’t Warn You — It Just Happens01:30:02 ADS 01:31:57 Are We Living in the Wrong Version of Reality?02:00:17 The Dark Truth About Jeffrey Epstein02:13:18 Why I Can’t Speak Freely on My Own Podcast02:23:15 The One Piece of Advice That Changed My LifeFollow Eric: X - ⁠https://bit.ly/44GO7VV⁠ YouTube - ⁠https://bit.ly/3GG81bG⁠ The Diary Of A CEO:⬜️Join DOAC circle here - ⁠https://doaccircle.com/⁠ ⬜️Buy The Diary Of A CEO book here - ⁠https://smarturl.it/DOACbook⁠ ⬜️The 1% Diary is back - limited time only: ⁠https://bit.ly/3YFbJbt⁠ ⬜️The Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards (Second Edition): ⁠https://g2ul0.app.link/f31dsUttKKb⁠ ⬜️Get email updates - ⁠https://bit.ly/diary-of-a-ceo-yt⁠ ⬜️Follow Steven - ⁠https://g2ul0.app.link/gnGqL4IsKKb⁠ Sponsors: Linkedin Jobs - ⁠https://www.linkedin.com/doac⁠  KetoneIQ - Visit ⁠https://ketone.com/STEVEN⁠ for 30% off your subscription orderStan Store - ⁠https://stevenbartlett.stan.store/⁠  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theexperienceplus.substack.com

Renowned relationship experts Drs. John and Julie Gottman share valuable and actionable insights on building stronger emotional connections and enhancing intimacy. With decades of research in the field of relationships, the Gottmans explain how to foster trust, improve communication, and deepen your bond with your partner.Listen to the full episode here - Spotify: https://g2ul0.app.link/rbGkCfGhTUbApple: https://g2ul0.app.link/K40py7KhTUb⁠Watch the Episodes On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/%20TheDiaryOfACEO/videosThe Gottmans: https://www.gottman.com/Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theexperienceplus.substack.com

WARNING: The West is collapsing, nuclear threats are rising. Are we heading to World War 3? Ex-CIA spy and top experts discuss nuclear threats, AI manipulation, and sound the ALARM on rising tensions between US-Iran, Russia-Ukraine, and China-Taiwan. This Diary Of A CEO roundtable brings together 3 top experts: Former CIA intelligence officer Andrew Bustamante, nuclear war journalist Annie Jacobsen, and global politics expert Benjamin Radd to discuss the biggest threats facing the world right now. They explain:  How the West is collapsing and we can’t stop it.  How nuclear weapons are more dangerous today, not because of size, but speed. Why Iran’s influence in the Middle East is growing and what that means for the US. Why cyber attacks and social media are the new battlegrounds of power. How China is playing a long-term psychological and economic war. 00:00 Intro06:14 Are We Already in World War 3?10:38 The Rise of Digital and Proxy Warfare19:06 Iran’s 12-Day War and the Power of Narrative23:52 Why Global Conflict Is About to Surge25:13 Is Israel America's Proxy Against Iran?36:48 One Miscommunication From Nuclear War41:44 How AI Could Trigger a Global Catastrophe43:25 Did Iran Nearly Develop a Nuclear Bomb?46:28 How Close Was the US to Bombing North Korea?55:17 Was Trump Right to Strike Iran?01:00:15 The Psychology of World Leaders in Crisis01:04:11 How Israeli Spies Infiltrated Iran01:08:48 Why Didn’t Intelligence Stop Major Attacks?01:11:20 Ads01:12:29 What Happens Next With Iran?01:16:21 Is Israeli Intelligence Misleading the U.S.?01:20:34 Why Nuclear Weapons Still Dominate Policy01:31:07 China vs. Taiwan: Is War Inevitable?01:36:30 The 30% Chance of a Nuclear Dead Nation01:40:42 Ads01:46:34 Are Autonomous Nuclear Drones Safe?01:53:06 Where Is Safe in a Nuclear War?02:05:17 Can We Trust Leaders With Cognitive Decline?02:08:06 How a Nuclear Missile Actually Gets Launched02:16:21 Who Can Save the World From Collapse?02:21:54 Escaping the Polarized Algorithm Trap02:25:09 Preparing for AI Deepfakes and ScamsFollow Andrew:Follow Andrew:Instagram - https://bit.ly/46z016W Read Andy’s CIA book ‘Shadow Cell’: https://bit.ly/463wbat Follow Andy on YouTube: https://bit.ly/4ljimta Explore Spy School: https://bit.ly/46yZj9I Podcast - https://bit.ly/4nK8WsC Follow Annie:Instagram - https://bit.ly/4lFVFz9 X - https://bit.ly/44lETje Website - https://bit.ly/40bjTt0 You can purchase Annie’s book, ‘Nuclear War: A Scenario’, here: https://bit.ly/4eIXJEr Follow Benjamin: Instagram - https://bit.ly/40BqixG X - https://bit.ly/4li8Oi3Follow Annie:Instagram - https://bit.ly/4lFVFz9 X - https://bit.ly/44lETje Website - https://bit.ly/40bjTt0 You can purchase Annie’s book, ‘Nuclear War: A Scenario’, here: https://bit.ly/4eIXJEr Follow Benjamin: X - https://bit.ly/4li8Oi3Instagram - https://bit.ly/40BqixG Get your hands on the Diary Of A CEO Conversation Cards here: https://bit.ly/conversationcards-mp  Get email updates: https://bit.ly/diary-of-a-ceo-yt Follow Steven: https://g2ul0.app.link/gnGqL4IsKKb Sponsors:Justworks - http://Justworks.com  Stan Store - https://stevenbartlett.stan.store/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit theexperienceplus.substack.com