In this episode of The Armen Show, Armen Shirvanian explores the complex dynamics of status in modern life, focusing on the distinction between earned and perceived status. He discusses how social media influences our understanding of status, the costs associated with maintaining an image, and the importance of reclaiming real value in our lives. The conversation also touches on the role of AI in status signaling and emphasizes the need to build a strong foundation of earned status for long-term fulfillment.