
The Problem With… isn’t here to give easy answers - it’s here to ask the uncomfortable questions behind today’s biggest trends and taboos. Each week, host James Smith digs into what’s really going on - from AI to wellness culture - through unfiltered chats with experts and insiders to uncover the truth behind the noise.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 122 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Society & Culture | |||

Lara Acosta joins James Smith to discuss the problem with personal branding. While millions of entrepreneurs chase the "influencer" dream, a quiet crisis of ego and AI-generated slop is destroying genuine market value. This obsession with being inter... more
Elliot Bewick joins James Smith to reveal the problem with Gen Z. This generation is currently trapped in a quiet crisis where skyrocketing anxiety rates and plummeting fertility are threatening the future of social stability. Bewick explains why mod... more
In this episode of The Problem With Podcast, James Smith sits down with Damien Jordan, the voice behind the hugely popular YouTube channel Damien Talks Money, for a no-nonsense conversation about money, taxes, investing, and the uncomfortable truths... more
Demographer and author Paul Morland joins James Smith to reveal the uncomfortable truth about the problem with population collapse - why falling birth rates are creating aging societies, economic decline and a quiet crisis at the heart of the modern ... more
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I listened to James content quite very early and have for years. And he’s going bigger with a podcast and attracting big names to grow audience more.
These example of someone who can rise to the rings and become successful on levels.
Glad James is back on the airwaves always has great guests on relative for both women & men. Fab show James & thanks for the listen !
Fantastic pod
The first interview with Daniel was fantastic. The AI bit was nice but really appreciated the insight into personal branding and the power of having a strong family to support an entrepreneur. Can’t wait to listen to more podcasts from this online pr!ck ;-)
Thought provoking. Always thought I have power to influence how life plays out depending on my attitude & beliefs on a given day-this podcast’ confirms how powerful your mind can be definitely worth a listen. Also makes me think a lot of supplements may work on a placebo basis
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Offering a candid examination of contemporary issues, this podcast engages listeners with thought-provoking discussions on a wide range of topics that include mental health, societal expectations, and the complexities of modern life. Each episode features unfiltered conversations with experts, tackling everything from the influence of the internet and personal branding to the intricacies of hormone therapy and the societal implications of advancements like AI. The host's candid approach and willingness to confront uncomfortable truths resonate with those seeking deeper understanding amid the noise of modern trends, making this a resourceful platform for listeners curious about today's challenges and unconventional answers.
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