Election Special: Dave Rubin on What You Should Really Know About the Deep State

Today on Impact Theory, host Tom Bilyeu sits down with returning guest Dave Rubin for a deep-dive into the complex dynamics of modern American politics. In this compelling episode, we tackle a range of critical issues—from the impact of government programs on generational poverty, to the significance of active parenting in child development, and the promising yet controversial role of AI in supporting future parents. Dave shares his views on nutrition, emphasizing the importance of affordable healthy eating habits for children, while critiquing sugar-laden products from even health-oriented brands like Whole Foods. The discussion navigates through political landscapes, focusing on the traditional values Rubin believes are crucial for the country's future and dissecting the divisive rhetoric surrounding Donald Trump and Kamala Harris. We also explore Rubin's tech venture, Rubinreport locals.com, and delve into his perspectives on national debt, educational reform, and the ever-evolving political affiliations he experiences. Tom and Dave also consider the merits and potential drawbacks of figures like Elon Musk and RFK in government roles, while examining contentious topics such as DEI and the handling of the COVID-19 pandemic. SHOWNOTES 00:00 Advocates for equal rights, blind justice, election chaos. 05:03 States decide laws, federal government protects basics. 11:09 Kamala's policies expand government, criticize spending. 18:53 Boomers cling to power; Gen X hesitates. 23:19 80s success, American pride, nostalgia, Trump's influence. 27:38 Supported Gary Johnson, cautious about Trump's presidency. 35:48 Kamala's impact could trigger second migration wave. 40:10 Democrats facing challenges due to shifting coalitions. 46:01 The Right accepts differences, unlike progressives. 51:24 Partisanship increased; one party seen dangerous. 54:00 JD Vance discusses election integrity, Big Tech influence. 59:10 Elon Musk motivated by free speech, controversy. 01:03:42 Critique of governance style and redistribution policies. 01:11:49 Mark Cuban criticizes Trump's narcissistic leadership style. 01:15:06 NBA owner guilt over racial dynamics. 01:20:02 Parenting and welfare policies affect future systems. 01:25:30 Cultural variety, unified freedom, vote decisively now. CHECK OUT OUR SPONSORS Range Rover: Explore the Range Rover Sport at  https://landroverUSA.com Huel: Try Huel with 15% OFF today using code IMPACT at https://huel.com/impact. Netsuite: Download the CFO’s Guide to AI and Machine Learning for free at https://netsuite.com/theory Shopify: Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial period at https://shopify.com/impact Design.com: Ready to transform your brand? Head to https://design.com/impacttheory and get up to 88% off. Betterhelp: This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://betterhelp.com/impacttheory and get 10% off your first month. FOLLOW TOM: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tombilyeu/ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@tombilyeu?lang=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/tombilyeu YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TomBilyeu What's up, everybody? It's Tom Bilyeu here. If you're serious about leveling up your life, I urge you to check out my new podcast, Tom Bilyeu’s Mindset Playbook —a goldmine of my most impactful episodes on mindset, business, and health. Trust me, your future self will thank you. LISTEN AD FREE + BONUS EPISODES on APPLE PODCASTS: apple.co/impacttheory Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices