"Live Players" with Samo Burja and Erik Torenberg

"Live Players" with Samo Burja and Erik Torenberg

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Episodes 56
Avg. Duration 52m
Activity Sporadic
Apple Rating 4.9 (40)
Since Nov 2023
Latest Episode Apr 2026

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Every 2 Weeks
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Episodic
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70%
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About This Podcast

See the world through the eyes of society's greatest rule-breakers. The "Live Players" podcast charts the key individuals shaping our future from first principles across multiple domains: business, politics, philanthropy, and broadcasting from the digital town square Join host Samo Burja and Erik Torenberg as they analyze the mindsets of today's most intriguing business leaders, investors, and innovators through the lens of their bold actions and contrarian worldviews. You'll come away with a deeper understanding of the development of technology, business, political power, culture and more. If you want more than soundbites and sensationalism, this podcast delivers reasoned reflections on the live players who renew and transform civilization, whether we ask them to or not. Topics frequently covered: Business titans, political players, and philanthropists like Elon Musk, Sam Altman, Peter Thiel, George Soros, Donald Trump, and more with the power to remake industries, policies, borders, or societal norms.

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Recent Episodes

Using the Iran Conflict to Reindustrialize the US

Apr 03, 2026 46m

In this episode of Live Players, Samo Burja and Erik Torenberg discuss the current Iran conflict, how we got into this situation, and how the US can turn this into a winning moment and…

What AI Means for Talent, Immigration, and Culture

Mar 20, 2026 45m

In this episode of Live Players, Samo Burja and Erik Torenberg discuss talent, immigration, culture, and what AI means for them, including novel talent hunting methods, what Denmark gets right, and…

Long History: Civilization Is Older Than We Thought

Mar 12, 2026 47m

In this episode of Live Players, Samo Burja and Erik Torenberg explore ancient complex human society that likely predates agriculture and written history by thousands of years. They discuss ancient…

Why Hardware Is the Way to Win the AI Race

Jul 18, 2025 52m

In this episode of Live Players, Samo Buja and Erik Torenberg discuss the pivotal role of hardware in the advancement of AI, the strategic importance of semiconductor manufacturing, and the intricate…

India, Pakistan, and Religious Tensions

May 16, 2025 41m

This week on Live Players, Erik Torenberg and Samo Burja discuss geopolitical and societal complexities of the India-Pakistan conflict, examining the historical context, demographic challenges,…

The Almost-Industrial Revolutions of Rome and China

May 09, 2025 44m

Erik Torenberg and Samo Burja discuss the potential industrial revolutions in history, particularly in the Roman Empire and Song Dynasty China, their technological advancements, economic factors, and…

Is Europe Part of America?

Feb 21, 2025 54m

In this episode of Live Players, Samo Burja and Erik Torenberg discuss the global influence of U.S. politics on Western countries, the persistence of Western civilization as a political unit, the…

Predicting Humanity’s Interplanetary Future

Feb 14, 2025 55m

Samo Burja and Erik Torenberg discuss the future of space colonization, touching on the implications of Mars and lunar settlements, the technological advancements driving space exploration, and how…

Curtis Yarvin and the Evolution of American Political Thought

Jan 31, 2025 52m

In this episode of Live Players, Samo Burja and Erik Torenberg discuss Curtis Yarvin's influence on government efficiency ideas, the pitfalls of gridlock and bureaucratic decay, and how…

Why Elites Failed Us w/ Auren Hoffman [World of DaaS]

Jan 24, 2025 1h 14m

Samo Burja discusses his "Great Founder Theory," in the Word of DaaS Podcast with Auren Hoffman, arguing that exceptional individuals throughout history have shaped civilization by creating…

The Technology That Can Reshape Nations

Jan 03, 2025 1h 1m

This week on Live Players, Samo Burja and Erik Torenberg discuss the significance of desalination technology, its advancements, costs, and potential to transform scarcity in regions with water…

Elon Musk, Social Media Influence, & the Future of Political Discourse

Dec 20, 2024 57m

Samo Burja and Erik Torenberg discuss the impact of social media platforms like Twitter, now X, especially under Elon Musk's ownership. They explore the changing political landscape, the dynamics of…

Syria After Assad

Dec 13, 2024 58m

Samo Burja and Erik Torenberg the current situation in Syria, including the impact of President Assad's exile, the role of various factions and foreign powers, and the challenges of establishing a…

Dissecting Modern Society with Rudyard Lynch

Nov 29, 2024 57m

Samo Burja and Rudyard Lynch explore global power shifts and the psychological impacts of modernity, drawing parallels between current societal changes and historical patterns from medieval times…

Populism vs The Deep State

Nov 15, 2024 52m

In this episode of Live Players, Samo Burja and Erik Torenberg discuss the dynamics of populism in politics. They analyze its strengths, limitations, and impact on institutions, governments, and…

Advice for Trump and Elon

Nov 08, 2024 52m

In this episode of Live Players, Samo Burja and Erik Torenberg discuss how Trump's victory signals a new alliance between right-wing politics and tech industry leaders like Elon Musk, while exploring…

Urbanization, Technology, and Global Shifts

Oct 14, 2024 1h 38m

Today on Live Players, we’re releasing an interview from Steve Hsu on the Manifold Podcast with Samo Burja. They unravel the complexities of our world, discussing China's rise, Europe's future, and…

The Possibility of Human Extinction

Oct 04, 2024 59m

This episode of Live Players centers on the alarming issue of declining fertility rates worldwide, examining specific country examples such as Japan, South Korea, and Turkey, and the societal and…

Palladium, Intellectual Culture, and Silicon Valley

Sep 27, 2024 45m

In this episode of Live Players, Erik Torenberg and Samo Burja discuss the unique role of Palladium Magazine as a non-profit that promotes intellectual and cultural community-building. They highlight…

Civilizational Differences

Sep 19, 2024 56m

In today’s episode of Live Players, we’re featuring a discussion between Samo Burja, Rudyard Lynch and Erik Torenberg about the inherent differences between civilizations and their impact on history…

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"Live Players" with Samo Burja and Erik Torenberg has published 56 episodes since November 2023, covering topics in News, Society & Culture.

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"Live Players" with Samo Burja and Erik Torenberg is currently sporadic with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 52m.

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