TBD Talks

In this gripping TBD Talks episode, hosts Travis and Ryan tackle a burning question: Is technology driving America’s moral decline? Joined by xAI’s sharp-witted Grok, they dissect how smartphones, social media algorithms, and AI fuel dopamine loops and instant gratification, drawing on B.F. Skinner’s behavioral insights. From Star Trek’s warnings about over-relying on tech to DARPA’s murky role in...

Analyzing Whether Rising Costs and Shifting Values Have Buried the Traditional American Dream. Join hosts Josh and Travis with guests Nathan and Joe on  TBD Talks  as they dissect whether the American Dream—homeownership, family, and financial stability—is dead. From skyrocketing housing costs in North Idaho to the grind of minimum-wage jobs, they debate if opportunity still thrives or if economic...

Has a Decline in Religion Eroded the Moral Fabric of the USA?Join hosts Travis and Ryan Grant on  TBD Talks  as they ponder a pressing question: Is America's morality deteriorating due to a decline in religious faith? From the erosion of traditional values to the rise of secularism, they explore how the fading presence of religion—rooted in natural law and moral frameworks like Catholicism—imp...

Episode sponsored by Terroir Fine Wine Join hosts Travis and Josh on this exciting episode of TBD Talks as they welcome guests Trevor and Janine Treller, a dynamic duo with a passion for exploring the world. Trevor and Janine open up about their individual adventures traveling across the United States, offering a treasure trove of stories and insights. Trevor dives into his unique philosophical fr...

Can you be an asshole and still be moral? Travis, Nathan, and Elliot unpack the art of standing firm, speaking direct, and owning tough conversations—even when it sparks pushback. They explore the line between confidence and rudeness, tackling how to deliver hard truths without crumbling, no matter what people think. Recorded in the TBD Marketing Studio, this TBD Talks digs into assertiveness and...

How has media shaped society, from early radio panics to kids’ shows crafted to grip and potentially harm young minds? Josh, Travis, and Nathan explore how entertainment evolved through pioneering films, video game adaptations, and modern pressures like cancel culture and inclusion. They debate if quality storytelling is fading as media prioritizes teaching behavior over imagination—think rushed s...