Explain It to Me Will the world end before I can retire?
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Oct 16, 2024 
Bryan Walsh, a Vox editor and author of "End Times," discusses existential threats that could impact humanity's future. Vivian Tu, a finance influencer and author of "Rich AF," offers practical advice for Gen Z financial strategies. They explore the balance between saving for retirement and immediate gratification amid global uncertainties. The conversation touches on the psychological burden of potential apocalypse scenarios and how they influence financial decisions. Ultimately, there’s hope for navigating these challenges with informed planning.
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Retirement Anxiety
- Carolina, living in the Bay Area, stresses about retirement despite just starting her first job.
- She questions the traditional advice given the current state of the world.
Climate Change Complexity
- Bryan Walsh believes climate change is a complex issue, unlike binary events like nuclear war.
- While progress in renewable energy offers hope, climate change's chaotic potential could trigger major conflicts.
Save for Retirement
- Save for retirement, even with uncertainty.
- Future you will appreciate it, even with a 20% chance of doom.