In this episode of Now I Get It, I explore what I call a "war on reality"—a conflict playing out across education, economics, and politics. Using a personal family story, I trace the long-reaching impact of the GI Bill on class structure and opportunity in America. From there, we dive into comparative advantage, the dangers of global trade dependency, and how geopolitical hotspots like Taiwan reveal hidden risks in our modern economy.

But this isn't just about history or theory. I connect the dots between economic inequality, natural selection, and the rise of right-wing authoritarianism. You’ll hear how growing class divides and misunderstood trade-offs are fueling a backlash against knowledge, freedom, and innovation—and why it’s critical for today’s knowledge workers to care deeply about protecting social cohesion if they want to preserve liberty.

In this episode, you will learn:

• (01:10) – How two brothers’ different experiences with the GI Bill illustrate the fracturing of the American middle class
• (03:45) – What “comparative advantage” really means—and how it can help or hurt global stability
• (05:50) – Why Taiwan’s chip dominance is a flashpoint in global power struggles
• (08:00) – How trade and tech-fueled inequality affects natural and sexual selection in society
• (09:30) – The political realignment of America’s working class—and the Democratic Party’s shifting identity
• (11:00) – Why rising inequality breeds authoritarianism, and how it threatens the very freedoms knowledge workers rely on

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In this episode of Now I Get It, Dr. Andy unpacks the often misunderstood world of tariffs—what they are, how they function, and why they matter far beyond simple price tags. He shares a real-world story about selling bomber jackets for dogs to explain how tariffs work at the ground level and discusses who ultimately bears the cost: the importer, the customer, or even the manufacturer. Through the lens of elasticity and economic incidence, Dr. Andy offers clear insights into how small changes ripple through global supply chains and everyday wallets.

But the conversation doesn’t stop there. Dr. Andy broadens the perspective, tackling the complexities of international trade, investment, and the balance of payments. He highlights the critical importance of services, intellectual property, and foreign investment in sustaining economic health—areas often overlooked in public debates about tariffs. If you want a deeper understanding of how money really moves between nations (and what gets conveniently left out of the discussion), this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

In this episode, you will learn:

• (00:50) – What tariffs really are and how they work as import taxes
• (02:20) – Why the person who writes the check isn’t always the one paying the tariff
• (04:00) – How elasticity determines who ultimately bears the cost
• (06:30) – The bigger picture of trade: goods, services, and investments
• (08:40) – Why understanding the full balance of payments is crucial for honest economic discussions

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In this episode of Now I Get It, I dive into the powerful role of introverted intuition—what I like to call “the seer”—and how it silently shapes our ability to love, hope, and connect. We’ll explore how this cognitive function helps us interpret symbolism, predict the future, and make meaning out of our experiences—all key ingredients in thriving relationships. Whether it’s the symbolic weight of a well-chosen gift or the subtle inclusion of someone in your imagined future, I break down how small signals can speak volumes in emotional connection.

We also look at how understanding our cognitive functions—and those of the people we care about—can radically improve how we express and receive love. From the graceful idealist to the charging logistician, each of us experiences the world in profoundly different ways. By becoming more aware of these functions and practicing gratitude for the inner “seer,” we not only honor our own intuition but also become better partners, friends, and leaders.

In this episode, you will learn:

• (01:05) - What cognitive functions are and how they influence feelings of love and being loved
• (02:20) - What “the seer” (introverted intuition) is and how it helps us predict future outcomes
• (03:30) - Why symbolic gestures like gifts carry deep meaning for intuitive personalities
• (05:10) - How hope is at the heart of every relationship—and how we can unintentionally kill it
• (07:20) - The four gesture types and what they reveal about how we experience and express love
• (10:10) - How to support someone who deeply values symbolic meaning in relationships
• (11:40) - A meditation practice to better connect with and trust your intuitive self
• (13:10) - How becoming aware of our different types can improve every kind of relationship

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