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Smith agreed, saying that most people never get the chance to build real wealth. He described it as never getting "a kick at the can," meaning many are stuck in the economic position they were born into. While society often highlights rags-to-riches success stories, Smith and Rogan argue that wealth is more often inherited than earned.

2024 data from Forbes highlights that all billionaires under 30 inherited their wealth, showing how generational wealth transfer is becoming more common. Examples include the Del Vecchio siblings, who inherited shares in their family's luxury eyewear company Luxottica, and Livia Voigt, who became a billionaire at just 19 thanks to her family's company, WEG Industries.

Over the years, Rogan has accumulated a substantial fortune. As of early 2025, he has hundreds of millions of dollars, mostly from his massively successful and influential podcast. In 2020, he signed an exclusive licensing deal with Spotify (NYSE:SPOT) worth an estimated $200 million, which he later renewed in 2024 for around $250 million, allowing his podcast to be available on multiple platforms. Beyond his podcast, Rogan continues to perform stand-up comedy and remains a significant figure in the UFC community.

But wealth isn't just about money. Inheriting wealth also means gaining valuable connections, status, and opportunities that keep the rich at the top while making it harder for others to catch up. Rogan and Smith said that this system creates a society where wealth stays concentrated among a few, making it more difficult for others to move up.

Despite this, Rogan still sees the United States as a land of opportunity. He said, "This really is the promised land. It really is, I mean, clearly not for everybody but also there's a possibility the opportunity awaits itself right here. It really is the greatest country the world has ever known."

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