UBI, AI & The ‘Woke’ Economy: Will Universal Basic Income Save Us or Control Us?
Mon Dec 15 2025
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What if “free money for everyone” became the norm—but the price was your freedom?
In this provocative episode of The Partovi Effect, Dr. Ryan Partovi, JD, NMD, MIFHI, and Mrs. Madi Partovi go deep on Universal Basic Income (UBI), AI, “wage slavery,” vaccine incentives, and whether we’re heading toward a Star Trek future of post‑scarcity—or a Black Mirror nightmare of total control.
Through a powerful listener question, they unpack the spiritual, economic, and political stakes of UBI: from corporate profit and AI job displacement to the role of community, mental health, and Christian ethics in creating a society of “haves and have-mores” instead of haves and have‑nots.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
How AI, robots, and massive corporate profits could fund UBI—and why Dr. Ryan believes the money is already there.Why many doctors fire “vaccine‑hesitant” families, and how managed care incentives and pharma funding may be shaping pediatric policies behind the scenes.The spiritual and psychological case for UBI: from “wage slavery” and burnout to entrepreneurship, purpose, and the Christian call to care for “the least of these.”The dystopian fears around UBI—surveillance, 15‑minute cities, social credit vibes—and how implementation could make the difference between liberation and lockdown.Hosted by Dr. Ryan Partovi, JD, NMD, MIFHI and Mrs. Madi Partovi, this conversation weaves Scripture, sci‑fi, systems thinking, and raw personal stories (including suicide, mental health, and radical resilience) into a grounded, heartfelt exploration of where we’re heading—and who we have to become to shape it
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Leave a Note What if “free money for everyone” became the norm—but the price was your freedom? In this provocative episode of The Partovi Effect, Dr. Ryan Partovi, JD, NMD, MIFHI, and Mrs. Madi Partovi go deep on Universal Basic Income (UBI), AI, “wage slavery,” vaccine incentives, and whether we’re heading toward a Star Trek future of post‑scarcity—or a Black Mirror nightmare of total control. Through a powerful listener question, they unpack the spiritual, economic, and political stakes of UBI: from corporate profit and AI job displacement to the role of community, mental health, and Christian ethics in creating a society of “haves and have-mores” instead of haves and have‑nots. In this episode, you’ll learn: How AI, robots, and massive corporate profits could fund UBI—and why Dr. Ryan believes the money is already there.Why many doctors fire “vaccine‑hesitant” families, and how managed care incentives and pharma funding may be shaping pediatric policies behind the scenes.The spiritual and psychological case for UBI: from “wage slavery” and burnout to entrepreneurship, purpose, and the Christian call to care for “the least of these.”The dystopian fears around UBI—surveillance, 15‑minute cities, social credit vibes—and how implementation could make the difference between liberation and lockdown.Hosted by Dr. Ryan Partovi, JD, NMD, MIFHI and Mrs. Madi Partovi, this conversation weaves Scripture, sci‑fi, systems thinking, and raw personal stories (including suicide, mental health, and radical resilience) into a grounded, heartfelt exploration of where we’re heading—and who we have to become to shape it We love hearing from you! Do you have questions or want to suggest a future podcast topic? Email us today at office@drpartovi.com — your input helps us create content that serves you best. Ready to take charge of your family’s health? Visit https://www.aspenwellnessinstitute.com to access personalized wellness solutions, expert guidance, and a community that supports informed, empowered health choices. The contents of this podcast are for educational purposes only and do not constitute medical advice. Talk to your medical professional before starting any new treatment. Don’t forget to subscribe for more enriching discussions, and leave a review if you loved the episode!