In episode 374 of R2 Cents, we break down The Economist’s 2026 cover, escalating war language, digital system glitches, and the growing influence of billionaire-led narratives. From a mysterious Mexico glitch at 11:11 PM on November 11th, to the cultural collapse of Andrew Tate’s “Top G” persona, this episode looks at how messaging, power, and perception are shifting in real time.
We also examine MrBeast’s evolution from creator to institutional-aligned figure, questioning when philanthropy becomes influence laundering, and why modern brainwashing no longer comes from traditional media.
All that, plus sarcasm, pattern recognition, and the reminder that none of this is normal.
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