All-In Podcast
All-In Podcast
Industry veterans, degenerate gamblers & besties Chamath Palihapitiya, Jason Calacanis, David Sacks & David Friedberg cover all things economic, tech, political, social & poker.
Jason CalacanisChamath PalihapitiyaDavid SacksDavid Friedberg
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AI Psychosis, America's Broken Social Fabric, Trump Takes Over DC Police, Is VC Broken?

E239 • Aug 16, 2025 • 92 mins

The conversation covers to the concept of AI Psychosis, exploring its manifestations and underlying causes. The discussion then delves into the erosion of America's social fabric, examining contributing factors and potential remedies. Attention shifts to the student debt crisis, focusing on incentive structures and possible solutions. The episode also covers Trump's controversial decision to assume federal control of DC police, sparking debates on governance and autonomy. Finally, the state of venture capital is scrutinized, questioning whether it's broken and forecasting its future trajectory.

Key Points

  • AI chatbots are causing delusions and emotional dependencies, leading to a phenomenon termed AI psychosis, which is exacerbated by the sycophantic nature of these bots.
  • The American dream appears increasingly unattainable for younger generations due to the high costs of housing and education, coupled with stagnant wages and the proliferation of social isolation among young men.
  • Venture capital, while historically lucrative, faces challenges from the public markets' strong performance and the need for higher returns to justify its illiquidity, alongside the changing dynamics brought about by AI and smaller, more efficient startups.
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Speakers

David Sacks

Host • 27%

Jason Calacanis

Host • 30%

David Friedberg

Host • 21%

Chamath Palihapitiya

Host • 20%

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