Steven Wilkinson on Media, Power, and Technology

In this episode, Steven Wilkinson shares his thoughts on staying mentally healthy by avoiding mainstream media, preferring to get information through trusted sources like Substack. He highlights how modern media is driven by opinion rather than facts, often manipulated to control public sentiment, particularly in democratic societies.

Media Manipulation and Social Media’s Role

Steven discusses how social media weaponizes human instincts, exploiting our need for affirmation. He believes the problem lies not in technology itself but in its use to manipulate people’s psychological responses for profit.

Economy, Debt, and Sound Money

Wilkinson connects today’s economic challenges to the erosion of sound money. He argues that the focus on consumption and debt over savings has led to unhealthy financial behaviors, ultimately harming societal norms and ethics.

Decentralization and Entrepreneurship

To address these issues, he advocates for decentralization, suggesting a shift of power back to individuals. On entrepreneurship, he stresses the need for balancing craft with business acumen, noting that many skilled artisans fail to profit because they don’t focus enough on the business side.

AI Disruption in Marketing

Wilkinson also touches on AI’s rapid disruption in the marketing industry. He observes that AI tools like content creators are replacing human roles at an unprecedented speed, posing a major challenge for traditional marketing service providers.