E5: WHO's incompetence, kicking off Cold War II, China's grand plan, 100X'ing American efficiency
- Jul 10, 2020
- 1:32:00
- Full Episode
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0:00 Jason intros the group and catches some heat for his recent Twitter video & recent rounds of golf with David Sacks 8:00 Roundup controversy & the WHO's incompetence explained 18:58 Fixing the WHO, economic arms race with China 26:21 Kicking off Cold War II, 5G chips as the new oil, American manufacturing 37:34 Is the CCP targeting the US with their geographic & economic influence? China's grand plan, protecting Taiwan 46:18 Utilizing Central & South America to decrease reliance on Chinese manufacturing 51:16 Ideas to 100x America's efficiency, as if it were a startup, Jason tells his doxing story 1:13:29 Will school re-open in the Fall? Impact of decreased socialization on kids 1:23:35 Election update
Brief Summary
The episode discusses glyphosate controversies, US-China relations, school reopenings, and the upcoming presidential election.
Key points
- Golf Addiction. One host reveals his newfound love for golf, especially when gambling is involved.
- WHO and Political Influence. Discussion on the World Health Organization's political motivations affecting public health.
- The New Cold War. Experts declare we are entering a new Cold War with China, marked by economic competition.
- The Importance of Rare Earths. China's control over rare earth materials poses a significant threat to U.S. technology.
- Cold War 2: A Bipartisan Approach. The discussion highlights the need for bipartisan support to effectively address the challenges posed by China.
- Bipartisan Support Against China. Both Trump and Biden are positioning themselves as hawkish on China, signaling a unified front.
Episode highlights
- Golf AddictionOne host reveals his newfound love for golf, especially when gambling is involved.“I am addicted to golf now!”3:00Jul 10, 2020
- WHO and Political InfluenceDiscussion on the World Health Organization's political motivations affecting public health.“The WHO is not a scientific or health body; it's an academic body.”12:51Jul 10, 2020
- The New Cold WarExperts declare we are entering a new Cold War with China, marked by economic competition.“We are now in Cold War 2.”27:13Jul 10, 2020
- The Importance of Rare EarthsChina's control over rare earth materials poses a significant threat to U.S. technology.“China controls 80% of the supply of rare earths.”36:44Jul 10, 2020
- Cold War 2: A Bipartisan ApproachThe discussion highlights the need for bipartisan support to effectively address the challenges posed by China.“Cold War 2 is now I think bipartisan...”45:24Jul 10, 2020
- Bipartisan Support Against ChinaBoth Trump and Biden are positioning themselves as hawkish on China, signaling a unified front.“This recognition of Cold War 2 is now bipartisan.”45:24Jul 10, 2020
- The Overton Window ConceptA theory on how dialogue has become politicized and limited in scope, impacting discussions on national issues.“The Overton Window is the smallest that's ever been.”53:46Jul 10, 2020
- Food Security and IndependenceProposals for making food security a priority in the U.S. to ensure independence and stability.“Why not make healthy produce... essentially free?”1:06:08Jul 10, 2020
