Central Air We Judge Because We Love
Dec 11, 2025
Warner Bros Discovery is on the market with Netflix and Paramount as contenders, raising questions about the future of moviemaking. The hosts debate if theaters can survive amid streaming's rise and political maneuvers. Ezra Klein's exploration of social judgment dives into moral frameworks for healthier community interactions. A report reveals nearly 40% of Stanford students identify as disabled, prompting discussions on the implications for education and mental health. The episode balances cultural critique with insights on modern society's challenges.
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Bird's Nest In A Delivered Christmas Tree
- Josh got a Christmas tree delivered that contained a bird's nest and used ChatGPT to decide what to do.
- The delivery company swapped the tree, so his second nine‑foot tree had no nest.
Theatrical Windows Determine Film Economics
- Streaming economics and theatrical windows reshape what films get made and at what budgets.
- Mid‑budget adult dramas vanish without reliable theatrical revenue, pushing story forms toward TV or streaming series.
Streaming Boosts Jobs But Produces Waste
- Streaming created a boom in production employment but produced an unsustainable glut of shows.
- Analytics revealed most titles get tiny audiences while a few dominate viewing time.