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Collins vividly recalls the early days of COVID-19, noting eerily prescient moments like videos of people collapsing in Wuhan. His podcast captured the initial panic, with guests—some of whom were military personnel—ebbing away suddenly, hinting at the early realization of a global crisis.
He emphasizes the importance of fear and anxiety as tools for motivation, suggesting they can push nations and individuals to work harder. Yet, he warns against becoming paralyzed by fear, which can lead to exaggerated perceptions of threats—particularly concerning the Chinese military and its expanding empire.