Real Talk with Zuby

Zuby is joined by American entrepreneur, investor, and co-founder of Palantir, Joe Lonsdale. Joe shares his journey from a kid in Silicon Valley to building one of the most consequential technology companies of the 21st century. He explains how he’s now using his platform and capital to defend Western civilisation.The conversation covers the three pillars of the Enlightenment, how universities have been ideologically captured, the founding of the University of Austin, the trillion-dollar grift machine funding the far left, and why Joe remains incredibly optimistic about America’s future.Sponsored by:Veritas Wealth Management helps families, business owners, and retirees build real financial freedom through hands-on expert investment guidance. Schedule a call today at https://veritasalaska.com—Subscribe to 'Real Talk with Zuby' on Apple Podcasts or Spotify:https://fanlink.tv/zubypodcast—Follow Joe Lonsdale:https://x.com/JTLonsdale—Follow Zuby:https://linktr.ee/zubymusicTimestamps:(00:00) Introduction(05:55) Starting his first company(08:00) Building Palantir from scratch(11:22) Defending Western civilisation(15:51) What worries him most as a father(19:21) Why he became so passionate about America(20:27) Meeting his wife & having six kids(28:00) Universities have been captured(31:05) Founding the University of Austin(32:25) The West is a victim of its own success(34:02) The cycle of civilisational decay(35:00) The DC swamp exposed(37:20) Special interests & crony capitalism(40:11) The two-party system & the Fed(45:40) The far left's trillion-dollar grift machine(46:59) What Joe disagrees with on the right(48:59) Why he's optimistic about America(50:44) OutroSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/real-talk-with-zuby/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Zuby is joined in Washington, D.C. by Jared Isaacman, the current Administrator of NASA, founder of Shift4 Payments and Draken International, and the first private citizen to lead two civilian missions into space. Jared takes us behind the scenes of America’s return to the moon with the Artemis program, explains how NASA collaborates with SpaceX, and lays out their realistic plan for landing humans on Mars within the next 15 years.The conversation covers the moon base, the psychological toll of deep space, the new space race with China, why humanity needs to become multiplanetary, and whether your kids will be able to vacation in space.Sponsored by:Veritas Wealth Management helps families, business owners, and retirees build real financial freedom through hands-on expert investment guidance. Schedule a call today at https://veritasalaska.comTimestamps:(00:00) Introduction(02:10) Goals as NASA administrator(04:53) Why 53 years between moonshots(07:55) Is space worth the cost?(11:01) 8.8 million pounds of thrust(14:34) Building the moon base(16:17) Mining ice for fuel(18:24) Humans on Mars timeline(20:14) What space actually feels like(27:07) The Neil Armstrong falling problem(29:23) Psychological toll of Mars(33:12) The future space economy(34:54) Why humanity must go multiplanetary(40:14) Competition vs collaboration with China(47:00) Will your kids vacation in space(49:23) Searching for alien life—Follow Jared Isaacman:https://x.com/rookisaacman—Follow Zuby:https://linktr.ee/zubymusicSubscribe to 'Real Talk with Zuby' on Apple Podcasts or Spotify:https://fanlink.tv/zubypodcastSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/real-talk-with-zuby/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Zuby sits down with returning guest Richard Cooper, author of 'The Unplugged Alpha', entrepreneur, and one of the most influential voices in men’s self-development. Richard explains his philosophy of 'unplugging', and shares how his upbringing, marriage, divorce, and business success have shaped his worldview. The two dive deep into masculinity, modern dating, feminism, family law, religion, and why Western societies are struggling. They also discuss Dubai, freedom, and how men can realistically navigate relationships in today’s cultural climate.Sponsored by:Veritas Alaska - Veritas helps families, business owners, and retirees build real financial freedom through hands-on expert investment guidance. Schedule a call today at https://veritasalaska.comSponsored by:OneSkin - Get up to 30% off OneSkin with the code ZUBY at https://www.oneskin.co/ZUBY #oneskinpod _Timestamps:(00:00) Introduction(01:09) Unplugging from lies(03:12) Childhood and masculinity(07:27) Marriage and divorce(15:36) Gender role confusion(23:27) Feelings over facts(33:08) Western decline(40:32) Why Dubai works(54:09) Religion and culture(1:08:59) Marriage realities(1:34:06) Marriage versus law(2:02:41) Outro_Follow Richard Cooper:https://richcooper.ca/https://x.com/Rich_Cooperhttps://instagram.com/the_unplugged_alphaFollow Zuby:https://linktr.ee/zubymusicSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/real-talk-with-zuby/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Zuby is joined by Milena Mayorga, El Salvador’s Ambassador to the United States. They discuss Milena’s journey from television to politics, her experience growing up during El Salvador’s civil war, and the country’s dramatic transformation under President Nayib Bukele. The two discuss how security reforms changed daily life, the role of Bitcoin in El Salvador’s global rebrand, and why international media narratives often clash with on-the-ground reality. Milena also lays out the long-term vision for the nation’s future.Timestamps:(00:00) Introduction(01:49) Growing up during civil war(04:02) Miss Universe & TV career(08:22) From media to politics(09:38) Gangs, security, & rebirth(13:30) Image transformation worldwide(17:32) Diaspora returning home(21:02) Media narratives vs reality(26:18) Security, freedom, leadership(33:20) Tech companies & innovation(36:17) Bitcoin strategy & reserves(52:29) Why visit El Salvador(53:69) OutroFollow Milena Mayorga:https://x.com/MilenaMayorgaFollow Zuby:https://linktr.ee/zubymusicSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/real-talk-with-zuby/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Zuby chats with Larry Sanger, philosopher and co-founder of Wikipedia, to discuss the origins and evolution of one of the world’s most influential knowledge platforms. Larry reflects on his role in building Wikipedia and explains why he later became one of its most outspoken critics. The conversation explores how bias appears on Wikipedia, why claims of neutrality often break down in practice, and the cultural and political consequences of centralized information power. They also examine whether true neutrality is even possible and why competition may be the only path forward.Timestamps:(00:00) Introduction(01:55) Larry’s background(04:25) Criticizing Wikipedia(08:25) Explaining bias simply(10:54) Neutrality challenges(14:51) Why bias matters(18:20) Accuracy vs opinions(24:18) Reform or replace(35:01) Incentives and power(40:20) Competition as solution(53:18) Human nature & apathy(1:06:23) OutroFollow Larry Sanger:https://larrysanger.orghttps://x.com/lsangerFollow Zuby:https://linktr.ee/zubymusicSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/real-talk-with-zuby/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy