Episodes

  • Is the U.S. Leading Us to Nuclear War? Jeffrey Sachs on Power, Politics, and a Dangerous Future

    Is the U.S. Leading Us to Nuclear War? Jeffrey Sachs on Power, Politics, and a Dangerous Future
    Oct 12 2024
    In this episode of Slo Mo with Mo Gawdat, we wrap up our special miniseries, "It's Not What They Told You," with a powerful conversation featuring renowned economist and Columbia University professor Jeffrey Sachs. Known for his deep insights into global politics, economics, and international relations, Jeffrey sheds light on the dark realities behind U.S. foreign policy, the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, and the growing threat of nuclear war. Together, we explore how power is truly wielded on...
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    1 hr and 2 mins
  • How We've Been Tricked: The Death of Economic Freedom | Grace Blakeley Exposes the Truth

    How We've Been Tricked: The Death of Economic Freedom | Grace Blakeley Exposes the Truth
    Oct 5 2024
    Grace Blakeley is a leading economist, author, and political commentator, known for her sharp critiques of capitalism and neoliberalism. In the fourth episode in the series 'It's Not What They Told You', she joins Mo Gawdat to discuss the decline of economic freedom, how governments exploit crises, and the misleading narratives around financial systems. Grace also shares insights on neoliberalism, the legacies of Thatcher and Reagan, and what we can do to create a fairer system while emphasis...
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    55 mins
  • The Harsh Truth About Our Economic Future | John Rubino on the Dollar Crisis, Wealth Gap & More

    The Harsh Truth About Our Economic Future | John Rubino on the Dollar Crisis, Wealth Gap & More
    Sep 28 2024
    In the third episode of our miniseries 'It's Not What They Told You', Mo Gawdat speaks toJohn Rubino (https://rubino.substack.com), a former Wall Street financial analyst and author or co-author of five books, including The Money Bubble: What to Do Before It Pops and The Collapse of the Dollar and How to Profit From It. In this episode, John Rubino and Mo explore the current financial landscape, from the widening wealth gap and housing market crisis to the looming dollar collapse and U.S...
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    1 hr and 20 mins
  • The Mainstream Media: Former Editor Reveals Truths About Journalism, Bias, And The News Industry

    The Mainstream Media: Former Editor Reveals Truths About Journalism, Bias, And The News Industry
    Sep 21 2024
    In the second episode in our miniseries 'It's Not What They Told You,' Mo is joined by former newspaper editor and communications director for the UK government, Andy Coulson.He rose to prominence as the editor of the News of the World, one of Britain's top tabloids, before transitioning into politics, where he served as Director of Communications for Prime Minister David Cameron. Coulson’s career took a sharp turn when he was involved in the UK phone hacking scandal, which led to his convict...
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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • Uncovering the Truth About Capitalism: Brett Christophers & Mo Gawdat Expose the Real Estate Game

    Uncovering the Truth About Capitalism: Brett Christophers & Mo Gawdat Expose the Real Estate Game
    Sep 16 2024
    Welcome to the very first episode of the new series, "It's Not What They Told You." In this series, Mo Gawdat unpacks the hidden truths behind the systems that govern our lives. In the first episode, Mo is joined by Brett Christophers, a brilliant political economist and professor who's spent years exploring the gritty realities of capitalism, finance, and housing. In this conversation, they dig deep into why your rent keeps going up, who really benefits from housing market crashes,...
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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • How Tech Reliance Is Eroding Human Connection: Practical Steps to Reconnect from Dr. Michael Rich

    How Tech Reliance Is Eroding Human Connection: Practical Steps to Reconnect from Dr. Michael Rich
    Sep 7 2024
    Dr. Michael Rich is a pediatrician, researcher, and educator, widely recognized as "The Mediatrician." He is the founder and director of the Digital Wellness Lab at Boston Children’s Hospital and an Associate Professor of Pediatrics at Harvard Medical School.0:00 Intro2:20 Have we messed up our children's future?6:50 Bring back boredom10:00 What drives tech distraction in children?12:45 ADHD16:45 We have lost focus21:30 We are wasting experiences 25:15 What can we do to limit screen time...
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    58 mins
  • How To Be KINDER To Ourselves | Mo Gawdat And Sarah Ann Macklin On True Self Compassion

    How To Be KINDER To Ourselves | Mo Gawdat And Sarah Ann Macklin On True Self Compassion
    Sep 2 2024
    Sarah Ann Macklin is an inspiring force—she’s the founder of the 'Live Well Be Well' podcast, the Be Well Collective, and she’s a registered nutritionist. Not only that, she’s an international model, a TEDx speaker, and a health journalist. Sarah’s journey is a testament to the power of resilience and self-compassion. 0:00 Intro2:35 Sarah Ann's career as a model7:46 Dyslexia20:00 The Pressures of Modelling22:00 Sarah Ann's Hospitalisation26:00 Dealing with Extreme Stress30:00 The Be Well Coll...
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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • Homeless to Hero: How Dr Sabrina Cohen-Hatton Became One of the World's Most Senior Woman Fire Officers

    Homeless to Hero: How Dr Sabrina Cohen-Hatton Became One of the World's Most Senior Woman Fire Officers
    Aug 24 2024
    Dr. Sabrina Cohen-Hatton, one of the world's most senior female fire officers, left home at 15 and school at 16. Overcoming homelessness, she became a firefighter and earned a 1st Class Honors degree in Psychology, a Master's in International Fire Service Development, and a PhD in Behavioral Neuroscience.00:00 Intro2:20 Breaking Stereotypes4:00 Sabrina's Childhood13:00 Homelessness30:00 Have We Forgotten Our Privilege?35:25 How Sabrina Became a Firefighter39:20 Dealing with Sexism49:00 Don't ...
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    1 hr and 1 min