Baby Boomers
Identified as the primary drivers of current immigration policies in Canada and the Western world, motivated by a desire for sustained economic growth, pensions, healthcare, and rising property prices, leading to the sacrifice of younger generations.
Common Themes
Videos Mentioning Baby Boomers
Reconfiguring Your Life To Amplify Sources Of Value
Cal Newport
The generation preceding Millennials, whose work ethos and parenting advice influenced the development of Millennial values.
Ep. 219: The Deep Reset And Intentionally Reconfiguring Your Life
Cal Newport
A generation whose parenting and career advice influenced Millennials.
E128: Google enters AI wars, Druck’s warning, Trump crushes CNN & more
All-In Podcast
Their aging and impact on entitlements are cited as a major factor in the potential US fiscal crisis.
Tim Urban: Tribalism, Marxism, Liberalism, Social Justice, and Politics | Lex Fridman Podcast #360
Lex Fridman
The demographic cohort following the Greatest Generation, many of whom started middle class and became quite wealthy, also experiencing a life trajectory that fostered gratitude.
E61: 2022 Predictions! Business, politics, science, tech, crypto, & more
All-In Podcast
Retiring and passing down wealth, contributing to a surge of capital and new ideas in the economy.
Wealth & Happiness: A Conversation with Scott Galloway (Episode #189)
Sam Harris
The generation discussed in the context of wealth transfer from the young to the old, and how they are perceived to have co-opted government programs.
Geo-Strategy Update #8: Why the West is Doomed
Predictive History
Identified as the primary drivers of current immigration policies in Canada and the Western world, motivated by a desire for sustained economic growth, pensions, healthcare, and rising property prices, leading to the sacrifice of younger generations.
Game Theory #15: The Return of History
Predictive History
The older generation, criticized for hoarding wealth and power, contributing to inequality and hindering generational transition.