The Survival Podcast Making Sense of Today’s World – Epi-3674
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May 20, 2025 Dive into the chaos of current events as unexpected school closures unfold and Biden's health announcement raises questions about media narratives. Explore the staggering 75% collapse of Russia's GDP linked to oil decline and JP Morgan's surprising embrace of Bitcoin. Discover innovative concepts like biochar gaining traction and legislative shifts surrounding cryptocurrency, including the bipartisan Genius Act. Analyze the intricate connections between political maneuvering and economic forces in today's world.
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Masked Population Decline Impact
- The population decline is masked by increased longevity, making demographics appear stable.
- This causes long-term economic and social strain, notably in education and welfare systems.
Education Collapse Timeline
- School closures start with K-8 then impact high schools and colleges within years.
- Declining enrollment threatens the viability of education institutions and local economies.
Population Decline Threatens Welfare
- Declining population in a social welfare economy creates an unsustainable financial burden.
- Half the population depends on government money, stressing social programs as taxpayer base shrinks.