

2023 Retrospective — A Listener Interviews Me
36 snips Dec 29, 2023
In this special episode, the host reflects on the progress and challenges of the podcast in 2023. They discuss the importance of partnerships and the themes covered. They explore the concept of pairs and dyads in advancing science and creativity. They also touch on Give Well, an organization that helps donors find impactful charitable organizations. The host shares their surprise encounter with a book about radical uncertainty. They discuss their persistence in interviewing Carmen and their preparation process. They delve into the devastating fire bombing of Tokyo and the nature of nuclear weapons. The speaker reflects on wild moments and the potential of full video episodes.
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Finding the Podcast
- DJ Thornton found Joe Walker's podcast while searching for a podcast on Keynes.
- He was specifically looking for information to lecture a course on economic perspectives.
Pre-2023 Activities
- Joe Walker won an Emergent Ventures grant, recorded several podcasts in the US, including one with Daniel Kahneman.
- His day job at a tech startup delayed publishing the episodes until April.
Episode Frequency
- Joe Walker initially aimed for a bi-weekly episode release schedule but found it challenging to maintain.
- He now avoids publicly committing to a specific frequency.