JOIN THE DISCORD: https://discord.gg/XzsJymtZEZ SUBSCRIBE FOR PERKS: https://www.networkstatepodcast.com/s... FOLLOW US: https://linktr.ee/networkstatepodcast Loved this episode? Leave us a review and rating here: https://anchor.fm/network-state-podcast In this episode, we dive into some of the biggest problems in our world today and potential solutions to them with Alexandros Markesinis, a very successful, now-retired businessman who is concerned about the current state of our world and its trajectory. With over 100 years of experience between us and perspectives ranging from the 1930s to the present day, I thought this episode was needed to help us build better societies, and I had a blast recording it. We cover: - How we seem to be living in different realities and disagreeing on facts. - How Polarization is a key factor contributing to this problem. - Comparing Different value systems based on human nature and religion. - Exploring how to find a fair and holistic version of objective truth. - Freedom of speech, maximalism vs. the legal definition. - Having a fair consensus mechanism or democratic process to settle decisions and come to optimal solutions. - Tim Urban's book "What's Our Problem?" and how it tells us to talk about politics. - Better education, with a focus on fundamental practical skills: literacy, numeracy, creativity, critical thinking, emotional intelligence, How to have hard conversations, psychology, mental self-care, philosophy, travel, and civics. - Poor environmentalism and what to do about our changing climate. - And lastly, humanity's existential threats, what we’re really facing, how to create more aligned incentives here on earth, and multi-planetary solutions like those proposed by Elon Musk and SpaceX. Since we’re just starting out and could really use your support, if you like this episode, please whisper “push me” into that like button’s ear and then smash it, share this episode, comment, sign up for our newsletter, and retweet our episodes to @Balajis so we can get his attention and get him on the Podcast! I promise we’ll make it all worth it for you. Resources: The Network State: https://thenetworkstate.com/ Balaji’s Twitter: https://twitter.com/balajis STAY UPDATED: - Discord: https://discord.gg/XzsJymtZEZ - Find us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/networkstatepod - Find us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/network-state-podcast/ - Find us on Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/NetworkStatePodcast/ - Find us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/networkstatepodcast/ - Follow our host : Adrien Harrison: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrien-harrison Raphael Benros: https://twitter.com/raphaelbenros?s=21&t=ASDnEGiKp0e4tc_FR2JUwg Please note that the content here is for informational purposes only; should NOT be taken as legal, business, tax, or investment advice or be used to evaluate any investment or security; and is not directed at any investors or potential investors. For more details please see https://networkstatepodcast.com JOIN THE COMMUNITY: If you're also interested in being a part of the conversation, please like, subscribe, comment, share, and rate the podcast! Sign up for our newsletter to get exclusive perks like our member community, deals on merch, and early access to other surprises :) VISIT: https://networkstatepodcast.com Loved this episode? Leave us a review and rating here: SPOTIFY: https://open.spotify.com/show/7skrNReA41oE7BFYVqpR5w APPLE PODCASTS: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-network-state-podcast/id1658822250 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/better-societies/message