CW 678 - Parag Khanna - Connectography, Mapping the Future of Global Civilization, CNN Global contributor, Senior Research Fellow at the Centre on Asia & Globalisation at National University of Singapore

Today’s guest, Parag Khanna is a best-selling author in addition to being a CNN Global contributor and Senior Research Fellow at the Centre on Asia & Globalisation at the National University of Singapore. He shares with us many of the facts and figures behind his new book, Connectography: Mapping the Future of Global Civilization. His book highlights what he believes to be the two major irreversible, mega-trends of humanity, urbanization and infrastructural connectivity. When discussing the U.S., Mr. Khanna says the U.S. should be re-mapped physically and better internet connectivity and better transport systems should be put into place in the next 5-10 years.    Key Takeaways:   Jason’s Editorial: [1:32] The 1031 Exchange allows you to exchange one property for two without paying capital gains. [5:30] Do you want to come on the show and debate the income property being the most historically proven asset class in the world? [7:58] Here are the Contest Winners for the Cincinnati/Dayton, Ohio Property Tour.   Parag Khanna Guest Interview: [11:55] What does the term Connectography mean and how does connectivity alter our destiny? [13:58] The more connectivity we build the better the outcome is for the whole world. [18:19] Domestic inequality causes a friction that better connectivity could alleviate.  [22:14] Parag believes the U.S. should be re-mapped physically. [24:19] There are unbelievable benefits to spreading low-cost mobile, smartphones. [25:14] The Connectography book comments on the two big irreversible mega-trends of humanity, urbanization and infrastructural connectivity. [29:42] Engaging and connecting to North Korea may make it a more peaceful place. [35:22] Contact information for Parag Khanna.     Mentioned in This Episode: Jason Hartman Properties Cincinnati Property Tour Sign Up Parag Khanna @paragkhanna on Twitter Connectography: Mapping the Future of Global Civilization

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