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Hosts Matt and Shawn go one-on-one this week for a deep dive into global hot topics, a passionate debate on economic policy, and a philosophical search for truth. They start by reading a listener letter that perfectly sums up their conversational dynamic—sometimes frustrating, always engaging, and never boring!

🎙️ In This Episode:

• (00:34) Listener Feedback & The Matt Phenomenon: The hosts discuss a letter from a listener who admits they "frequently found [themselves] yelling" at Matt while listening. They explore why Matt's approach—sometimes saying things he doesn't believe just to spark conversation—is both polarizing and effective. Plus, a discussion of the Tom Hanks classic, Joe vs. the Volcano.
• (06:19) Peter Thiel's Antichrist Theory: The first serious topic is venture capitalist Peter Thiel's claim that the modern Antichrist will be a "technological Luddite tyrant" who uses fear of AI and global crisis to establish a one world government and an "unjust peace." Matt and Sean debate whether this aligns with the LDS concept of the spirit of Antichrist and the fear of a loss of individual liberties for a perceived greater good.
• (22:30) Argentina's $20 Billion Lifeline: The conversation pivots to US economic and foreign policy. The hosts discuss the US Treasury's purchase of $20 billion in Argentinian pesos. They debate the true motive behind the transaction—is it a legitimate bailout for a strategic ally to prevent a refugee crisis, or is it an unjustified transfer of wealth to protect the investments of US-based global financial firms like BlackRock?
• (32:35) Is World War III Inevitable? Drawing on analysis from the Council on Foreign Relations, Matt argues that changes in the global landscape (Russia's weakness, the BRICS alliance, and US inaction) mean World War III is already functionally underway and inevitable. Matt makes a bold case for the US to take a more aggressive stance, possibly even eliminating foreign nuclear capabilities. Sean challenges this "strike now" philosophy, questioning the risk and the true intent of rival nations.
• (47:16) The Big Question: What is Truth? Inspired by a scripture defining truth as "knowledge of things as they are, as they were, and as they are to come," the hosts explore the nature of truth in a mortal life. 

Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Listener Engagement
06:01 The Antichrist and Modern Revelations
11:53 The Concept of Unjust Peace
19:01 International Relations and Economic Bailouts
27:23 Economic Challenges and Inflation in Argentina
29:41 Political Decision-Making and Leadership
31:15 The Russia-Ukraine Conflict: A New Phase
33:04 Inevitability of Global Conflict
36:14 Historical Context of War and Diplomacy
38:15 Military Strategy and Global Power Dynamics
40:25 Nuclear Threats and Military Action
44:58 The Nature of Truth and Knowledge
49:49 Faith, Repentance, and Eternal Truths