In this enlightening episode of Black Out, we dive deep into a myriad of captivating topics that have been shaping our society and personal lives. From exploring the thin line between ambition and the dangers of entitlement, to mastering the art of transitioning from DMs to real-life dates flawlessly, we've covered it all. We also dissect the world's most notorious Ponzi schemes, uncovering the mechanisms that make them so dangerously successful. In a surprising twist, we delve into the burgeoning gossip culture among men, questioning the roots and impacts of this shift. Our conversation takes a curious turn as we investigate why the world's billionaires are investing in high-end bunkers. What do they know that we don't? Additionally, we ponder over J. Cole's recent apology, debating whether this could mark the end of his illustrious career and if it has affected our fandom. Marking the 12th anniversary of Facebook's acquisition of Instagram, we reflect on whether this move was one of the biggest bargains in tech history. Plus, we share our biggest business pet peeves and discuss strategies for dealing with hate and pushback from non-supporters. Join us as we unravel these topics, offering unique insights and sparking conversations that matter. Don't forget to share your thoughts in the comments below! #BlackOutPodcast #DangersOfEntitlement #DMtoDate #PonziSchemes #GossipCulture #BillionaireBunkers #JCole #FacebookInstagram #BusinessPetPeeves #DealingWithHate 0:00 Intro 2:48 What Causes so many People to be Entitled 10:38 How to Go From DM to Date 22:45 What are the Top Ponzi Schemes in the World? 30:03 Have we Normalized Men Gossiping Too Much? 44:38 Billionaire-Bunker Conspiracy Theory 50:38 Facebook Bought Instagram 12 Years Ago, Greatest Tech Deal of All Time? 57:10 Has J Cole’s Career Started to Decline? 1:08:18 Biggest Pet Peeve in Business 1:17:21 Dealing with Hate & Being Self Aware via Emotional Intelligence 1:22:03 Outro