

Noah Smith
8 snips Jan 30, 2024
Renowned economist and writer, Noah Smith, discusses topics such as Keynes' 15-hour work week, Piketty's r>g, economic development in Africa, the influence of Javier Milei, and even anime. They also explore the importance of competent government, Japanese zoning policies, and the dangers of technology, specifically smartphones and teen depression.
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Introduction
00:00 • 4min
Combining Growth-Oriented Techno Optimism with Redistributionist Ideas
03:46 • 20min
Inflation, Work Hours, and Inequality
23:49 • 21min
Changing Views and the Importance of Competent Government
44:50 • 11min
Urbanism and Inheritance Tax in Japan
55:48 • 9min
Exploring Japanese Zoning Policies and the Need for Change in America
01:04:41 • 2min
The Dangers of Technology: Teen Depression and the Impact of Smartphones
01:06:16 • 12min