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Hence The Future
by Mattimore Cronin
The Past. The Present. Hence, the Future
Episodes
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Ep. 156 - What’s Next for Afghanistan and The World with Brett Ewer
Making sense of a changing world 🌏 In this episode, Brett Ewer and Mattimore Cronin discuss what the US withdrawal from Afghanistan signals about how the world is changing… Topics Discussed: Significance of US withdrawal Was taking military in Afghanistan a mistake? Once there, when should the…
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Ep. 153 - Building the Metaverse
The Next Evolution of the Internet 🪐🕹 In this episode, Mattimore explores the burgeoning Metaverse: a persistent, virtual environment, which is emerging as the successor to today’s internet… Topics Discussed: Defining the metaverse 3 key attributes to the metaverse: Why all the Metaverse hype...
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Ep. 152 - The Bitcoin Lightning Network
Scalable, Global, Instant BTC Payments ⚡️ In this episode, Mattimore explores the future of the Bitcoin lightning network… Topics Discussed Bitcoin’s scalability problem Lightning Network as a solution How the Lightning Network works Why the Lightning Network matters Alternative scaling solutions...
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Ep. 150 - Unexplained Aerial Phenomena
Inside the Government’s Preliminary Report on UAPs 🛸 In this episode, Mattimore explores the highly anticipated US Government report on UAPs - Unidentified Aerial Phenomena. Topics Discussed: What’s in the report Commonalities in data Possible explanations Glitch / Malfunction USA / Foreign Tech...
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Ep. 148 - Futureproof Jobs
Which jobs are immune from automation? 🧐 In this episode, Mattimore explores which job sectors are most and least likely to be disrupted by automation in the future. Futureproof Job Sectors: The Crypto Economy The Soft Skills Economy The Creator Economy At-Risk Job Sectors Future Scenarios…
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Ep. 144 - Becoming Nobody
The Transformative Life of Ram Dass In this episode, Mattimore tells the story of Ram Dass’ life: how he transformed from Dr. Richard Alpert, a Harvard professor at the top of the “somebody” game, into Ram Dass, a “nobody” who relinquished all worldly attachments… Topics Discussed: Early life as...
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Ep. 143 - The Future of Capital Gains Taxes
Both sides of the capital gains tax argument 🏛 In this episode, Mattimore explores why the Biden Administration is proposing to raise capital gains taxes right now, how that is likely to affect the economy, and what the arguments are for and against this proposal. Topics Discussed: Why the Biden...
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Ep. 142 - The Hidden Meaning of Tolkien’s Universe with Stephen Kipp and Brett Ewer
Understanding Tolkien’s Legendarium 🧙♂️ In this episode, Mattimore is joined by Stephen Kipp and Brett Ewer to discuss the hidden meaning behind Tolkien's major works - The Silmarillion, The Hobbit, and The Lord of the Rings - Plus, what Tolkien would have to say about the future were he with…
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Ep. 141 - mRNA and The Future of Vaccines
Everything you need to know about mRNA vaccines 🔬 In this episode, Mattimore explores how messenger RNA (mRNA) vaccines work, why they are such a game changer for bio-technology, the pros and cons of mRNA compared to traditional vaccines, and their future potential for mRNA vaccines to treat...
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Ep. 139 - The Beginning of Infinity
Is infinite progress possible? ✨ In this episode, Mattimore explores “The Beginning of Infinity,” a concept developed by physicist David Deutsch, which seeks to answer the question: “Is infinite progress possible?” In other words, is it possible for humanity to continue making more and more...
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Ep. 128 - Fallout from the Storming of the U.S. Capitol with Brett Ewer
How Jan 6th, 2021 impacts the future 🏛 In this episode, Mattimore and Brett Ewer discuss the events that took place on January 6th, 2021, and how those events are likely to affect the future of Trump, the future of The Republican Party, the future of the online information ecosystem, and the...
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Ep. 127 - The Power of Enthymemes
What makes enthymemes so persuasive? 💥 In this episode, Mattimore explores the persuasive power of enthymemes... Topics Discussed: What are enthymemes Why makes them so powerful 3 key elements of persuasion Hintergedanken / sub-conscious Political enthymemes Comedic enthymemes Marketing…
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Ep. 126 - 21 Predictions for the Year 2021
What will happen in the year 2021? 🔮 In this special episode, Mattimore shares 21 predictions for the year 2021… 2021 Predictions: Bitcoin predictions Housing crisis predictions Economic predictions Vaccine predictions Medical predictions Climate predictions Transportation predictions Remote…
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Ep. 125 - The Case for Techno-Optimism
“A rising tide lifts all boats” ⛵️⤴ In this episode, Mattimore explores the rise in Techno-Optimism, and how we might actually be able to solve the world’s most difficult challenges through technology and innovation. Topics Discussed: Energy as the tide that lifts all boats Reductions in clean...
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Ep. 124 - AlphaFold and The Current State of A.I.
“It will change everything” 🔬 In this episode, Mattimore explores the recent breakthrough that just occurred… Google’s Deep Mind has finally solving the 50 year old “protein folding problem” with AlphaFold 2. What are the potential impacts and implications that this breakthrough may have on the...
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Ep. 123 – The Great Acceleration
Why the rate of change post-2020 is speeding up 🚀 In this episode, Mattimore explores what many are calling “The Great Acceleration” of 2020 and beyond... Broad Topics: Why even Peter Thiel is optimistic now Great Stagnation —> Great Acceleration Paradigm shifts in 2020 and beyond Physical space...
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Ep. 122 - The Future of Gaming
The Path to Cyber Realism 👾 In this episode, Mattimore explores how gaming is driving technological progress. He also debunks myths and misconceptions surrounding video games, and summarizes what we know about video games’ effects on the brain through research. Lastly, Mattimore paints a picture...
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Ep. 121 - Stoicism and Epicureanism
How to live a good life 🌤 In this episode, Mattimore explores Stoicism and Epicureanism: two moral frameworks for how to live a good life and overcome life's challenges... Broad Topics: Ataraxia and Eudaimonia Marcus Aurelius and Alan Watts Way of life for a Stoic / Epicurean Arguments in favor…
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Ep. 120 - The Next 4 Years of America with Brett Ewer
Where the American psyche goes from here 🇺🇸 In this episode, Brett Ewer and Mattimore discuss America after Trump... That means we get into how and why the American psyche appears to be splitting in two right now, much like an amoeba. We also discuss possible ways we may unify as a nation,...
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Ep. 119 - Predictions for the 2020 US Election with Brett Ewer
Predicting the Next 4 Years 🇺🇸 In this episode, Mattimore and Brett share their predictions for the 2020 US Presidential Election… Key Questions Who will win the presidency? 13 keys to the White House model National Polls / Betting markets What will the fallout be? If Biden wins by a landslide…
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Ep. 118 - The Science of the 1st Person
Reimagining Reality from a 1st Person POV In this episode, Mattimore explores a concept developed by Douglas Harding in his book, “The Science of the 1st Person" Key topics: The science of the 1st person (science-1) The science of the 3rd person (science-3) Differences between the two approaches...
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Ep. 117 - The Elephant in the Brain with Robin Hanson
The hidden motives of everyday life 🐘 In this episode, Mattimore sits down with Robin Hanson, co-author of the best-selling book, "The Elephant in the Brain: Hidden Motives of Everyday Life" Topics Discussed: The “real reasons” we do what we do How signaling reveals our hidden motives Examples…
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Ep. 116 - On Horror, Ghosts, and God with Claire Cronin
Superstition, delusion, and the things that keep us up at night 👻 In this special Halloween edition of HTF, Mattimore sits down with writer and artist Claire Cronin to discuss the topics raised in her forthcoming book, “Blue Light of the Screen: On Horror, Ghosts, and God.” Topics Discussed:...
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Ep. 115 - Trump, COVID, and The Near Term Future of America
The final months of 2020 🗓 In this episode, Mattimore explores how Trump’s recent COVID-19 diagnosis is likely to effect the debates, the election, the COVID-19 response, and the economy. Broad Topics: Trump’s diagnosis Upcoming debates The Nov 3 election COVID-19 respons Upcoming flu season...
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Ep. 114 - Emergent Marketing
Taking the path of least resistance to grow your brand 🌈 Topics Discussed: Emergent marketing Emergent phenomena Layers of emergence Perennial marketing Turning coffee into code Courage, curiosity, authenticity Understanding human nature Leveraging the power of AI Finding a wormhole to emerge…
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Ep. 113 - The Silurian Hypothesis
Are we the first advanced civilization on earth? 🧐 In this episode, Mattimore explores a thought experiment known as the Silurian Hypothesis. The Silurian Hypothesis seeks to answer a seemingly obvious question: Are we the first advanced civilization on earth? How do we know? Topics Discussed:...
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Ep. 112 - Quantum Mechanics and The Many Worlds Interpretation
Into the Quantum Multiverse 🌌 In this episode, Mattimore explores the various interpretations of quantum mechanics, including The Copenhagen Interpretation, The Many Worlds Interpretation, Hidden Variable Theory, Quantum Field Theory, The Simulation Hypothesis, and Hilbert Space Topics…
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Ep. 111 - The Rise of Solopreneurship with Zuby
Rise of the Solopreneur 👨💻🚀 In this episode, Mattimore sits down with renowned rapper, podcaster, and creative entrepreneur, Zuby, to discuss why more and more people are choosing solopreneurship, and what that means for the future... Broad Topics: Why so many are choosing solopreneurship...
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Ep. 110 - What They Don’t Teach Teens with Jonathan Cristall, Esq.
Life safety skills that aren’t taught in schools ⚠️ In this episode, Mattimore sits down with Jonathan Cristall, veteran LA prosecutor and author of the forthcoming book “What They Don’t Teach Teens,” to discuss how to navigate the various “land mines” of adolescence. Broad Topics: JC’s…
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Ep. 109 - The Future of Being a Kid with Coach Steve Morris
Being a Kid in the Digital Age 👾 In this episode, Mattimore sits down with Steve Morris, author of the best-selling book: “What Size Balls Do I Need?” to explore how the essence of what it means to be a kid is changing… Broad Topics: What has changed about being a kid in 2020? The importance of...
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Ep. 108 - The Future of Cybernetics
The art of steering reality 𐃏 In this episode, Mattimore explores the future of cybernetics. The inspiration for this episode is a quote from Elon Musk: "We're all plugged in like nodes on the network, like leaves on a big tree. We're all feeding this network with our questions and answers.…
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Ep. 107 - How to Survive a Cataclysm and Reboot Civilization
Surviving the apocalypse 🔥⛈🌋💣👾🪓 In this episode, Mattimore explores a thought experiment… What if civilization ended tomorrow? What would you do if your devices stopped working, your water stopped running, and chaos broke out in the streets? Do you have a plan? Do you have the supplies…
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Ep. 106 - The Future of the Tech Titans with Alex Kantrowitz
How big technology companies - Facebook, Apple, Amazon, Google - plan to stay on top forever 👾 In this episode, Alex Kantrowitz joins Mattimore to discuss his best-selling book, “Always Day One: How the Tech Titans Plan to Stay on Top Forever.” Broad Topics: The “Always Day One” mindset How...
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Ep. 105 - GPT-3 and The Future of A.I.
What if you could write in plain English instead of code, and the computer would just… understand you? 🤔 In this episode, Mattimore explores the impact that GPT-3, and natural language processing algorithms at large, will have on our economy, our society, our workforce, and our collective…
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Ep. 104 - The Future of Bitcoin with Anthony Pompliano
The Future of Bitcoin, Cryptocurrencies, and the Blockchain In this episode, Anthony Pompliano joins Mattimore to discuss the future of Bitcoin and the global financial system. Broad Topics Why has every fiat currency in history eventually gone to zero? What does Ray Dalio mean when he says “cash...
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Ep. 103 - The Future of Supersonic Technology
Supersonic Planes, Missiles, and Automobiles 💥🚀 In this episode, Mattimore explores how supersonic travel, weaponry, and defenses are evolving… Broad Topics: Supersonic air travel Supersonic ground travel Supersonic weapons and defenses The future of war, defense, AI, and cyber-security Future...
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Ep. 102 - Idea Labs and Echo Chambers
Why do we believe what we believe? 💡 In this episode, Mattimore discusses the differences between “idea labs” and “echo chambers,” two concepts coined by Tim Urban via his blog “Wait But Why,” and the impact that each is likely to have on the future of society. Broad Topics: Idea labs Echo...
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Ep. 101 - The Future of Comedy with Aaron Weber
How stand-up comedy is changing now and in the future 🎭 In this episode, stand up comic Aaron Weber joins Mattimore to discuss what it’s like to be a comedian in the year 2020, what makes a joke funny, the perils of cancel culture, limitations to free speech, the value that comedy brings to...
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Ep. 100 - The Fall of Rome and The Future of America
The Rise and Fall of Empires 🏛♻️🗽 In this episode, Mattimore sits down with Brett Ewer to discuss what we can learn from the rise and fall of Rome, and how we can apply those learnings to create a better future for America… Broad Topics: Why compare the USA to Ancient Rome? Where on the Roman...
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Ep. 99 - The Meaning of Life
Logotherapy and the meaning of life 🌄 In this episode, Mattimore explores the meaning of life... Broad Topics What is the meaning of life? Is there a general meaning of life? Is there a personal meaning of life? Escaping the existential vacuum The life and philosophy of Viktor Frankl Mass…
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Ep. 98 - The Future of Policing
Police Reform in the USA 🚔🇺🇸♻️ In this episode, Mattimore and Justin discuss the underlying causes of police brutality, racial profiling, and qualified immunity for law enforcement officers. We also explore the difficult situations faced by police officers; and, we explore realistic solutions...
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Ep. 97 - The Future of Materials Science with Drew Schaller
Discovering new materials 🔬 In this episode, Mattimore sits down with materials scientist, Drew Schaller, to explore how humanity might leverage new materials to extend the human lifespan, improve quality of life, preserve Earth's environment and raw materials, and live among the stars 💫 Broad...
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Ep. 96 - The Future of Podcasting
Joe Rogan moves to Spotify: What does this massive move mean for the future of the podcasting industry? 🤔🎙 “Where were you when Joe Rogan moved to Spotify?” - Theo Von In this episode, Mattimore and Justin discuss the impact that Joe Rogan's move to Spotify will have on the podcasting industry…
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Ep. 95 - Navigating the Future
How to author your own reality and create the future 🕹 In this episode, Mattimore explores how to author your own reality and control the future by recognizing and mastering what Scott Adams calls, “The Interface for Reality” ... Buttons on the interface to reality: The Selfish Gene “Game...
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Ep. 94 - The Future of Prisons
Mass incarceration 🔒 How will the US prison system, and prison systems around the world, change in the future? Why do societies put people in prison in the first place? 5 reasons… 1. To keep dangerous people away from the rest of society so they can no longer harm anyone 2. To deter members of...
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Ep. 93 - The Future of Physics with Garrett Lisi
Searching for the "Source Code" of the Universe 👨🔬💫 In this episode, Mattimore sits down with theoretical physicist, Garrett Lisi, to discuss the present and future of our search for a "theory of everything." Broad Topics: What is the core mystery that theoretical physics aims to solve? How...
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Ep. 92 - The Future of U.S. China Relations
"The Great Decoupling" between the US and China 🇺🇸⚡️🇨🇳 In this episode, Mattimore and Justin discuss how the current crisis is accelerating "The Great Decoupling” between the US and China, and what that means for the future of America, China, and the rest of the world. We also explore what it...
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Ep. 91 - The Future of Emergence
Emergent phenomena 🌌 In this episode, Mattimore explores a concept that’s many believe to be the single greatest mystery in our universe - emergence - the phenomenon that describes how order arises from chaos, how intelligence arises from stupidity, and how higher level beings emerge from lower...
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Ep. 90 - The Future of Healthcare
Accelerating health trends 💊 In this episode, Mattimore sits down with Dr. Martin Mullen to discuss America's rapidly changing healthcare system, how that system is likely evolve in the future, and what that means for doctors and patients alike... Topics Discussed: What’s it like working at a...
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Ep. 89 - The New Future of Work
Preparing for a new reality 👨💻 In this episode, Mattimore explores the rapidly evolving nature of what it means to have a job and earn a living... Key Questions: What was the "old" future of work? How has the job market evolved in the past few weeks? What are some real world examples of these...
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