Bern Hobart, author of The Diff and co-author of Boom: Bubbles and the End of Stagnation, dives into how bubbles can spur massive technological leaps. He discusses historical breakthroughs like the Manhattan Project and Apollo missions, emphasizing the collaborative spirit and funding that fuel innovation. Hobart highlights the dual nature of AI as both a transformative force and a potential disruptor. He also explores how emerging sectors, including cryptocurrency and space ventures, are being shaped by visionary leadership and social bubbles to drive extraordinary ambitions.