564: Technocracy Rising, Global Transformation by Patrick M. Wood, The August Forecast

Patrick M. Wood, founder of Citizens For Free Speech, joins Jason Hartman for an in-depth discussion on technocracy. Who are some examples of current technocrats, and how are they influencing the economy? What is the link between Agenda 21 and technocracy?  Wood and Hartman discuss the shift away from high-rise living due to COVID-19, something that challenges some expectations of experts claiming that the majority of the world would prefer living in cities. Wood explains the Trilateral Commission and the connection between it and several positions of power.  Book: Technocracy Rising: The Trojan horse of Global Transformation by Patrick M. Wood Key Takeaways: [1:45] Where did the term technocracy originate? [4:20] Who would be an expert that's running the world today? [9:30] The United Nations is the torchbearer of technocracy sine 1992 and Agenda 21. Sustainable Development is a resource-based economic system instead of what is based on supply and demand.  [15:00] Wood discusses how Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's proposal for a Green New Deal became mainstream for both political sides.  [17:45] The Great Reset, what does that actually mean?  [19:00] All wealth starts from the ground. If you control the resources, you control the wealth.  [22:00] No one will be interested in high-rise living and mass transit. [27:45] What is The Trilateral Commission? [30:45] COVID-19 is likely to move us toward a government-backed cryptocurrency.  [35:30] Patrick gives his August forecast on the economy.  [41:40] Citizens for Free Speech is a non-profit started by Patrick M. Wood (2018) Websites: CitizensForFreeSpeech.org Technocracy.News www.JasonHartman.com www.JasonHartman.com/properties Jason Hartman Quick Start Jason Hartman PropertyCast (Libsyn) Jason Hartman PropertyCast (iTunes) 1-800-HARTMAN