The Joe Rogan Experience #1573 - Matthew Yglesias
Dec 3, 2020
Matthew Yglesias, co-founder of Vox.com and author of 'One Billion Americans,' discusses bold ideas for increasing the U.S. population to enhance global competitiveness. He navigates the complexities of immigration, advocating for legal pathways and sustainability. Yglesias critiques U.S.-China relations and its impact on American industries, emphasizes the importance of diversity in nationalism, and humorously connects cultural representation in media to economic pressures. He also explores the evolving dynamics of urban infrastructure and the urgent need for agricultural reform.
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Nationalism vs. White Nationalism
- Rogan points out that nationalism is often wrongly equated with white nationalism.
- This cedes the term to those with a "scared person's version of America."
China's Influence on NBA and Hollywood
- Joe Rogan finds the NBA's and Hollywood's interactions with China insidious and embarrassing.
- He criticizes the NBA for kowtowing to China's pressure regarding Hong Kong.
Cajun-Viet Fusion
- Matthew Yglesias tells a story about a Cajun-Viet fusion cuisine originating in Houston.
- This illustrates the additive nature of immigration and cultural exchange.
