Modern Wisdom #557 - Douglas Rushkoff - How Billionaires Are Preparing For Doomsday
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Nov 26, 2022 
Douglas Rushkoff, a media theorist and futurist, dives into the apocalyptic tendencies of the ultra-wealthy. He discusses their investments in farmland and underground bunkers while questioning the motivations behind their tech-driven survival strategies. Rushkoff highlights the absurdity of relying on military protection, critiques the isolationism of the affluent, and emphasizes community resilience over luxury preparations. With a mix of insights and humor, he urges us to confront the disconnect between wealth and societal realities.
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Apocalyptic Justification
- Billionaires may justify their wealth accumulation by adopting an "end-of-the-world" mentality.
- This mindset rationalizes their actions, even if they contribute to global issues.
Epson Printer Example
- Epson printers are programmed to stop working after a certain number of pages.
- This is due to a tiny sponge, highlighting a wasteful mindset contributing to environmental problems.
Billionaires' Prepper Mindset
- Douglas Rushkoff was hired by wealthy tech investors to discuss the digital future.
- Instead, they peppered him with questions about surviving the apocalypse, revealing their "prepper" mindset.
