
Christopher Mims
Technology columnist at The Wall Street Journal, author of Arriving Today: From Factory to Front Door.
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Nov 1, 2021 • 1h 27min
171 | Christopher Mims on Our Interconnected Industrial Ecology
Christopher Mims, a technology columnist at The Wall Street Journal and author of 'Arriving Today,' dives into the fascinating yet complex world of global supply chains. He explores the challenges of modern commerce, highlighting vulnerabilities exposed by recent disruptions, like the Ever Given incident. Mims emphasizes the dehumanizing conditions within the industry and advocates for improved labor practices. He also discusses the revolutionary impact of containerization on trade, the role of automation, and the need for a balanced approach to the future of work.

Aug 3, 2022 • 26min
"A horrible use of $2 billion."
Tim Beyers, a senior analyst at Motley Fool, and Christopher Mims, a Wall Street Journal tech columnist, dive into the perplexities of market reactions. They debate Airbnb's dubious $2 billion share buyback amidst booming bookings. The duo also scrutinizes Match Group's struggles and MicroStrategy's staggering losses from Bitcoin forays. Later, they explore AI’s surprising applications, from sorting e-waste to its boundary-pushing creativity in design, while cautioning about its limitations and ethical dilemmas in consumer data use.

Apr 6, 2022 • 50min
Twitter's Elon Musk Era Begins — With Christopher Mims
Christopher Mims, a tech columnist for the Wall Street Journal and author, dives into the whirlwind of Elon Musk's recent acquisition of a 9.2% stake in Twitter. He discusses Musk's potential influence on content moderation and algorithm changes, and how his vision might reshape the platform. The conversation also touches on Musk's history of impacting internet culture and the challenges of promoting free speech in a decentralized environment. Mims offers insights into the cultural and business implications of Musk's transformative approach to Twitter.

Apr 2, 2022 • 1h 18min
Mini Show #29: Hollywood Culture, Fox News Coverage, Labor Organizing, Online Censorship, Supply Chains & More!
David Sirota, an award-winning journalist and filmmaker, joins union organizer Daisy Pitkin, who shares her experiences advocating for workers in Arizona, and tech columnist Christopher Mims, who unravels the complexities of global supply chains. They tackle the Hollywood distractive narratives seen at the Oscars, critique Fox News’ political coverage, and delve into the challenges of labor organizing in today's climate. The conversation highlights pressing issues like taxation disparities, media censorship, and the evolving landscape of supply chain resilience.

Jan 16, 2022 • 29min
Factory to Your Front Door: Inside the Global Supply Chain
Christopher Mims, a technology columnist for The Wall Street Journal and author of 'Arriving Today', dives into the intricate world of global supply chains. He discusses the surprising origins of the microchip shortage, the challenges faced by Uber in the trucking industry, and the realities of working in an Amazon fulfillment center. Mims also highlights the unexpected parallels between fungal ecosystems and human logistics and gives a brief insight into the complexities of the metaverse, making logistics more fascinating than ever.