Warren Buffett, James Flynn, and Robert Frank discuss the flaws of meritocracy and its impact on wealth inequality. The podcast explores the history of elite university admissions, the negative effects of competition, and unequal opportunities. It also highlights the role of luck in individual success and shares stories of how random events have shaped people's personal and professional journeys.

Ali Breland, an Atlantic staff writer focusing on internet, technology, and politics, joins Rogé Karma, an economics expert also from Atlantic, to explore the cracks forming in Trump's anti-immigrant coalition. They discuss the clash over H-1B visas between Silicon Valley's tech proponents and nativist factions. Breland reveals the internal conflicts, while Karma shares research debunking myths that immigrant labor harms American workers. Together, they delve into the broader economic impacts of immigration and the ideological rifts that could redefine political strategies.

Rogé Karma, a staff writer at The Atlantic, dives into the economics of immigration and its surprising benefits. He debunks the myth that higher immigration lowers wages, pointing to studies like the Mariel boat lift, which show stability in native wages. The discussion also touches on the roots of anti-immigrant sentiment, linking it more to cultural anxieties than economic ones. Karma emphasizes that immigrants stimulate job growth and contribute positively to local economies, challenging restrictive policies that hinder economic opportunities.

Rogé Karma, an expert on economic policies, dives into the evolution of U.S. economic strategies, tracing the shift from Reaganomics to protectionist approaches post-2016. He critiques Bidenomics and discusses its impact on political dynamics, including challenges Kamala Harris faces in addressing voter concerns about the cost of living. The conversation also covers global anti-incumbent sentiments and the disconnect between GOP voters and donors, highlighting the complexities of modern American politics.

Rogé Karma, a staff writer at The Atlantic specializing in immigration policy, dives deep into the shifting landscape of American views on immigration. He discusses how Trump's anti-immigration rhetoric has resonated across the political spectrum, surprising many with support for strict measures even among Kamala Harris backers. The conversation explores the rapid rightward shift in public opinion and reveals the complex dynamics that fuel both fear and appreciation for immigrants, challenging widely held myths about their economic impact.