Eli Dourado, advocate of abundance, discusses restoring abundance in technology and economy. They delve into the great stagnation, productivity growth, and the vulnerability of our modern civilization to decline. The conversation explores removing constraints on supply, the quality of government, and the importance of shared prosperity.

American Enterprise Institute senior fellow Tim Carney discusses the global birth rate decline and its impact on society, emphasizing the societal shift away from parenthood. He explores the reasons behind the low fertility rates, the cultural trends pushing people from having children, and examines communities that still value big families for insights on reversing the trend.

Gender equality advocate Richard Reeves discusses challenges in social mobility, disparities in education favoring girls, gender relations across political spectrum, and the impact of declining birth rates on society. Emphasis on embracing liberalism for growth and progress.

Author and cultural critic Virginia Postrel joins the podcast to discuss conflicting visions of the future, critiques of mid-century futurism, technological pessimism, and encouraging a culture that values scientific progress. They explore the impact of counterculture movements, urban renewal, and the intersection of technology and culture, focusing on mRNA vaccines, conspiracy theories, and societal challenges.

James Pethokoukis, expert in futuristic sci-fi worlds, discusses the 'Great Downshift', exploring the slowdown in economic growth since the 1970s. He touches on creating the sci-fi world we were promised, highlighting recent tech advancements like SpaceX and AI. Pethokoukis also delves into political perspectives shaping innovation debates.

Economist and polymath Tyler Cowen discusses the revival of capitalist dynamism, potential obstacles, and the growing gap between material prosperity and human flourishing. They explore the idea of the great stagnation and the potential for accelerated change with advancements in AI. The podcast also touches on topics such as the global fertility collapse and the importance of growth in measuring wealth plus.