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AI Fear Mongering
Excellent analysis of what’s behind the AI gear mongering. I’ve shared it with several people. Thank you Tom for taking a deep dive into who and what is behind it.
Carsween3
Cause and effect
The only thing that matters.
aHowes1
Add Central
Not a bad podcast, but for a billionaire, Tom has way too many ads.
Scott Dougie
Absurd
I don't hate this guy's takes, but I can't stand to listen to him talk about how good AI is when it's only being funded to create a surveillance state. I don't care what good we get with it.
trevvvvvvv.1
Thank you again, Tom
I it sounds so much more professional to save when we’re checking out of the podcast for that breaks and when you get back into the action ! I just wanted to tell you how great that is Very nice
As always, Have a good day, my love to Lisa
Alison Schuback
Ali Schuback
Drop Drew
Can’t listen to him! No value add and can’t simply listen…forced to drop immediately once I hear that voice. Tom is solid 5, Drew 0, rounded down to a 2. Rounded down to a 1 hearing him make more asinine, emotional and non-logical comments. I guess I need to just fast forward whenever he talks? Why is he in your show? So bad!
Another Jeff in CT
Highly recommend.
Long time listener - first time reviewer :). Over the last year, I have gone from to listening to Tom and his team sporadically to waiting for the next episode to drop. His balanced evaluation of economics, AI and other technology, and current politics makes me feel more confident in understanding what is going on in the world today. Highly recommend.
DrAaronSD
Clear and unvarnished
This podcast is often like bad tasting medicine. Or a bitter pill. Not a lot of sugar coating. The gems are actionable. In other words, this podcast tells you things you can DO. Cannot recommend more highly or I’d give it 6 stars.
**spicey**
From Great to Biased & Unreliable
Tom’s Deep Dives are usually well thought out and provide supported generally unbiased reasoning. However, the overwhelming majority of his content is biased and unreliable as it’s stated to support is worldview that Libs are bad. Hard Economic content and non-political content is the strongest.
Shane Percival
Dense content made…easier
From free will to global economics to starting a business, Tom Bilyeu presents info with clear, steady passion. Passion doesn’t distort here. Tom’s passion drives home which decision is the next step to change for the better. Some entertainment but mostly dense content which makes this podcast worthwhile.
Astroboy483
Infrastructure. With an R.
Not infastructure. You’re smarter than that.
Monotooooone
Crucial information
Tom focuses on the one thing that matters most! Economics.
Archaic Revival
Love the Show, Love Tom, but man…Drew is *hard* to listen to.
Most episodes Tom brings the heat and the facts and the poise. Drew is just…difficult for me to listen to. I find myself enjoying the podcast a lot less the more it goes on with him speaking. Inarticulate, combative, interruptive, and just a bit - unrefined. I’m all for debate but guys (Drew), try to keep it enjoyable for the listener while you’re arguing your points and sharing views.
LegacyLegend117
Tom is interesting
Enjoy most of his podcasts. He has a special talent for hosting podcasts. He has lots of energy and is seeking truth.
Truth seeker2026
A gazillionaire with a heart and brain
Tom‘s thoughtful podcasts are almost always insightful and his heart of compassion for the common man always shows through. He’s edgy but fair. He listens well to the individuals he interviews. He has civil debates with them that I enjoy.
Serve to Lead
Zionist Propaganda
Allll the usual talking points….
Chris CIC
Worth the time
I really enjoy Tom’s insights and it’s good for me personally to listen to his side kick’s Californian views.
FlyOverStateLLC
Excellent Education!
I depend on Tom for his logic and insight - I consider his show highly educational and entertaining!
10Rebecca
Amazing Consistent Content
Long time listener. I value all the current events content but that little nerdy side kick is getting on my nerves. He shows a clear bias with his smug jokes that only he finds funny. It really is starting to taint a fantastic podcast.
CrsClash718
Great economics and news podcast
Tom and Drew are a great duo who complement each other, especially when they disagree.
Rememberist
FACTS!Love the multiple viewpoints on what’s really going on and what truly matters!
💯 “The only winning game is not to play…
Everybody needs to chill.”
Wake up and show up!
Bring back integrity, take action, and create a positive ripple that truly makes an impact.
Impact Theory isn’t just a theory — it’s straight-up FACTS!
ECMenendez
Master that audio!
Although I love your show and all the fantastic discussion plus wonderful information, as audio an engineer, I really wish your producer would pay more attention to the mastering techniques of the discussion portion of your podcasts. If you master the discussion audio portion more precisely, it will more closely match the loudness of your commercials. Without it, the commercials are very harsh and almost startling because the overall decibel level is so much louder than the discussion portion of your podcast. Please give this some thought as it would make a better listening experience for your listeners and would potentially be more lucrative for your advertisers.
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Ghengus23
Andrew Bustamante
This guy is blind to possibilities that could be real but he dismisses them automatically because it doesn’t fit his criteria of what makes things likely to be a possibility. If he’s not looking into the Charlie Kirk situation himself then he’s not seeing what others are seeing that are looking into it. There’s lots of information I’ve seen that makes it look like the killer didn’t act alone. For example, the whole gun situation where professionals that dismantle the same type of gun say there’s no way he could’ve done it in that amount of time etc etc. His turning point partner that was shown holding his phone and as soon as Charlie was shot, put the phone to his ear in a calm fashion and doesn’t panic himself. There’s just a lot that doesn’t add up to the shooter acting alone. I’m not on anyone’s side either. I’m just waiting to see what the official responses to these things are without them just being dismissed.
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CandyMuscle1
Had some good episodes but became fewer and fewer
I thought I subscribed to a “inspiring’, “driven”, “mindset boosting” podcast that I could listen to while going about already chaotic life. After the first episode with Stephen Bonnell came out, I almost unsubscribe this show, thinking: why I needed to listen to these prejudices, self-obsession and negativities that I’ve got plenty from people in real life…. Not driven, not inspired, just more depressed and more pessimistic I felt now after listening to that episode. Well, guess I do have to unsubscribe now after the following episode came out……. All I can say is that Tom Bilyeu was so confident in his imposing argument that he still decided to release this 2nd episode to show more of his partiality, bigotry and know-it-all. Where is the original Impact Theory?
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ev1elu
Ahhhh
Please have this Drew person stop making grunting or non word sounds. This is constant. What is the point. Otherwise like Tom’s program. Only listen though to ones without Drew as this grunting just so distracting.
Mike9797
Gender Roles
Can’t abide your views on gender roles. A man can’t grow and become better without a woman? Seriously? Pretty gross views Tom. And, you honestly believe that traumatized children can’t recover? What happened to that growth mindset you’re always preaching about? I’m not sure why you’ve become so arrogant, but it’s a serious disappointment.
bdcoryell
Absolutely love Tom’s insights, except….
Tom is a genius. I love the guy when he’s talking about positive things happening in the future. The problem is, I feel like that happens less and less on his show now. Every podcast title is negative click bait. Can he please spend a bit more time on positive stuff. My currency in life is attention. I don’t want to focus it on depressing things in the majority of each episode.
Dillon4242
Where I get my news
I started following Tom a couple of years ago when I realized everything I was watching on the screen was five minutes of news, followed by 20 minutes of Disney followed by 20 minutes of sports scores. I realized I was clueless with how this world works and I needed to understand it better. Particularly, as a woman in her 60s. Pandemic all but wiped me out. I’m so grateful for Tom and Drew.
SamMacD
Tom is an amazing thought leader who is sincerely interested in the progress of humanity
Tom is an engaging leader who covers many important issues. He is hilarious and probably doesn’t mean to be. He is extremely knowledgeable and open when he doesn’t have a deep enough understanding of a topic. My only criticism is when Lisa is on the show. She is a great person and has her own thing going on, but I don’t think shes a fit for his audience. She tends to lead every conversation down a rabbit hole of emotions, topics get derailed and I have to turn it off. If I see her name I skip it. I was a former member of Impact Theory and it was great.
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wandahhh
Philosophical Breakdowns of Today’s Political Issues
There are a lot of podcasts and Internet personalities that break down current events, but most come to the same conclusions and are just half-hearted opinions based on how the “team” is supposed to think.
Tom does it differently, thankfully. I started listening because I loved his interviews, but now I moreso love hearing his thoughtful analysis on what’s happening, why it might be happening, and potential repercussions. He does this in. Philosophical manner and with little bias, even though he makes it clear what he personally believes. Fantastic show!
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Dekusm
Not 1 star
I disagree with the onslaught of 1 star reviews for Tom. Contrary to other reviewers, he is not an Elon Musk fan boy nor a Trump devotee. He’s bringing on people like David Pakman to have conversations. To be honest, my biggest issue with Tom is his love affair with Chat GPT and excitement about AI. He’s made his money, and doesn’t acknowledge the destruction AI will have on tons of people, and just human connection in general. I’d advise him to listen to Esther Perel’s thoughts on AI. She talks a lot about us losing the ability to work through problems in human relationships / romance due to AI satisfying our every need and emotion. I still appreciate you Tom.
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fauxfish!
Instrumental to our new societal change!
Listening to many podcasts, but Tom’s news update remain my favorite. Tom and Drew balances each other so well! We need more of him to give us a balanced perspective on all topics!
Katymaty8989
Used to enjoy this very much
… until Tom started getting into political topics he knows nothing about based on the content she’s sharing. Unfollowing for now… Peace
Kotionka
Tom has gone off the deep end
Tom has lost sight of the values that matter (compassion, human rights) and is now a problematic conspiracy theorist who licks boots and peddles pseudoscience.
headstrongadventure
Thanking Thinking Tom
Impact Theory is where I go to for brain growth. I fully enjoy listening to Tom and his thought process. Although Tom says his IQ is low, he is a brilliant thinker. I enjoy the show fully no matter the topic because it’s about inductive and deductive, evidence-based THINKING. The only listeners who would be closed off to any topic in the format in which Tom presents them are those who may be closed minded. Thank you, Tom, for providing such substantive shows.
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Jill Marie S
Disappointed in what this show is turning into
I once was a diligent listener of Tom’s and his guests. I appreciated his inquisitive nature and search for the truth. Since the Trump election, Tom has turned into an Elon Musk fanboy. In lieu of his intellectual rigor, he now resorts to specious arguments and fallacies. It’s actually quite concerning that such a smart guy has abandoned all of the brilliance he once cultivated to embrace bottom of the barrel shortcuts.
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EdouardInLosAngeles
Another one lost to the crowd mentality
I had started to listen to this podcast thinking that there were truly independent and unbiased viewpoints put forward on any topic.
But I noticed that after Trump win in last election, this show has slowly aligned with Trump’s blind followership.
And the Feb 5 show was that straw that broke camel’s back for me., particularly when Tom justified the military intervention to remove Palestinians from Gaza… the phrase he used, “if it achieves complete peace, use of lethal force is good”!!!!
While justifying this, he even gave example of native Americans getting cleaned out and how America is currently enjoying peaceful life!!!!
Tom, sorry to say but I don’t agree with this.
A strong man is the one who protects the weak; not the one who wipes them out and says “Finally, we have peace!”
I hope this mentality doesn’t catch up with the rest of the Americans.
Drew, I always enjoyed the balanced and honest viewpoints from you, probably the only semblance of fairness left in this show. Kudos to you!
Good bye and good luck!
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ShriniL78
Once good
Used to be amazing, now it feels like a political show.
wmannab
Bring back the hope
I used to love this show!! Now, too much politics, and as the primary media I consume, I find that my mind is more anxious listening to all the new content. It’s interesting and worthwhile for sure, but it’s not why I became a listener. I do appreciate the throwbacks every now and then, and I have started only listening to those.
Tode5454
Louigi Mangione
Sorry to say Tom but your attitude to the Louigi Mangione situation is the direct result of being a Trump supporter. The chickens have come home to roost. You cringe at what Trump says but now that exact worldview is what led to Jan 6 and also to a (justified or not) “eat the rich” viewpoint. Disruption and revolution - terrorist and freedom fighter. The distinction is simply which side of the line you identify with. That’s the Hitler metaphor his detractors are talking about and others dismiss as hyperbole. It’s the complete lack of empathy, counter punching and finger pointing that fuels resentment. Hitler made the trains run on time, brought Germany out of economic ruin and said what people wanted to hear. You were warned.
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HawaiianB
Interesting transition
Would listen for self-improvement topics, but the transition to politics along with that an actual change is on the horizon feels empowering and makes me want to work harder at what I do. This certainly will rub certain individuals off the wrong way, but this transition I am enjoying.
Erictrack1234
So much added value
This content is so accessible and so easy to integrate into your life. I’ve had so much tangible change.
s*r*sw*nn
From 5 to 3
Tom’s new content is too much click bait for me. As he switched to politics, he definitely lost me. And it’s a lot of fear based titles that aren’t appealing. Come back Tom, I miss you. 😢
EffectiveE
Insufferable host
Started a trial to listen to the Eric Weinstein episode. Unfortunately I found the host to be challenging to listen to. Started to tune out after he said his acoustic guitar got him laid, how he formally considered himself an artist, and how he’s given up on adults and wants to create media for impressionable youth. Bro.
Lines and Shapes
So much value
The more I listen to Ron and his guests the more I love this show. I love the topics and the challenges that are addressed. I feel smarter Everytime I listen. I love this show!
CryptoNa
Change the show title to Conspiracy Theory
I’ve been listening for years and am embarrassed that I recommended it to everyone as the #1 show I listen to. This turn he’s taken is awful. Every show is basically “You’re all dumb if you’re not blindly supporting the right” which is ironic. Tom used to host an informative pragmatic show. Now it’s a clown car of conspiracies, misinformation, and hypocrisy.
wthnick423t235ty4g4whg
Wise advice
Tom serves his audience with care and integrity to help you and me hit goals, learn and grow. Thanks!!
Hollyeedwards
Ignorant but Confident
You don’t know what you’re talking about. You don’t understand politics. Inflation has leveled off. Wages and Employment are up. Prices broadly have never and will never go down. Educate yourself.
80'sVillager
More Whitney Webb
Great interview ~ WW is on point as always
BCWB
Access to key view points
Tom is one of the best interviewers and always asks questions that they do not typically get. I’ve been a fan and follower for years. Interesting to see the political guests now but in true Tom fashion he is just trying to learn more, expose followers to different view points and to seek answers. The people who condemn certain guests don’t understand what impact theory is really about.
FunBobby2025
