Hence The Future

Supersonic Planes, Missiles, and Automobiles 💥🚀

In this episode, Mattimore explores how supersonic travel, weaponry, and defenses are evolving…

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Why do we believe what we believe? 💡

In this episode, Mattimore discusses the differences between “idea labs” and “echo chambers,” two concepts coined by Tim Urban via his blog “Wait But Why,” and the impact that each is likely to have on the future of society.

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How stand-up comedy is changing now and in the future 🎭

In this episode, stand up comic Aaron Weber joins Mattimore to discuss what it’s like to be a comedian in the year 2020, what makes a joke funny, the perils of cancel culture, limitations to free speech, the value that comedy brings to society, and how comedy is likely to evolve in the future...

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The Rise and Fall of Empires 🏛♻️🗽

In this episode, Mattimore sits down with Brett Ewer to discuss what we can learn from the rise and fall of Rome, and how we can apply those learnings to create a better future for America…

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Logotherapy and the meaning of life 🌄

In this episode, Mattimore explores the meaning of life...

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Police Reform in the USA 🚔🇺🇸♻️

In this episode, Mattimore and Justin discuss the underlying causes of police brutality, racial profiling, and qualified immunity for law enforcement officers. We also explore the difficult situations faced by police officers; and, we explore realistic solutions for how to save lives, stop crimes, and end the excessive use of force by police against black Americans.

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Discovering new materials 🔬

In this episode, Mattimore sits down with materials scientist, Drew Schaller, to explore how humanity might leverage new materials to extend the human lifespan, improve quality of life, preserve Earth's environment and raw materials, and live among the stars 💫

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Joe Rogan moves to Spotify: What does this massive move mean for the future of the podcasting industry? 🤔🎙

“Where were you when Joe Rogan moved to Spotify?” - Theo Von

In this episode, Mattimore and Justin discuss the impact that Joe Rogan's move to Spotify will have on the podcasting industry as a whole. We also explore future podcasting technologies, and provide recommendations for how to launch, grow, and monetize your own podcast in 2020 and beyond...

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How to author your own reality and create the future 🕹

In this episode, Mattimore explores how to author your own reality and control the future by recognizing and mastering what Scott Adams calls, “The Interface for Reality” ...

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Mass incarceration 🔒

How will the US prison system, and prison systems around the world, change in the future?

Why do societies put people in prison in the first place? 5 reasons…

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