Make Me Smart Beyond the “Signalgate” headlines
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Mar 27, 2025 Rima Kreis, host of the podcast "This is Uncomfortable," dives deep into significant current events. They discuss the overlooked repercussions of U.S. military operations in Yemen and the humanitarian crisis at hand. The chilling effects of the Trump administration on U.S. tourism are highlighted, predicting a $18 billion hit to the economy. Kreis also shares insights on unique car-free communities, promoting innovative social interaction, and touches on amusing linguistic blunders in broadcasting.
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Declining US Tourism
- Foreign travelers are reconsidering U.S. travel due to the current political climate.
- This impacts small businesses and reflects declining U.S. standing.
Impact on Academia
- The current U.S. political climate is also affecting international students and academics.
- An assistant professor at Brown was deported despite having an H-1B visa.
Signal Fiasco
- A Signal group chat with senior White House officials discussing Yemen attack plans was accidentally revealed.
- The officials claim the information isn't classified despite details about drone and missile timings.