The Next Level 1012: Your Obedient Servants | Secret Podcast
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Sep 5, 2025 The hosts dive into the economic landscape, discussing disappointing job growth and controversial appointments affecting market reactions. They debate the perceived double standards voters apply to Democrats and Republicans. A fascinating examination of RFK highlights his rising popularity and public health focus. They also explore healthcare dilemmas with an aging population and misinformation's impact on health choices. The blend of humor and serious topics makes for a riveting conversation about today's political and economic climate.
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Live Editing Thrill
- Jonathan V. Last describes discovering a personal "kink" watching writers edit in real time on Google Docs at the Weekly Standard.
- He enjoyed live collaborative editing and sometimes edited writers while they were still composing.
Sharing A Brain While Writing
- Sarah Longwell compares collaborative live-editing to an electrifying shared experience, referencing Broadcast News to capture the intensity.
- She likens simultaneous drafting and editing to "sharing a brain" during a creative burst.
Jobs Number As A Political Signal
- The hosts flag a weak jobs report (22,000) as a major economic signal and open the discussion about its implications.
- They frame the number as meaningful for markets, policy, and political consequences going forward.