Robinson Meyer, founding executive editor of Heatmap, discusses the structural decline of gas cars and the rise of EVs. China's EVs pose a threat to America's Big Three automakers. Biden aims for a green future made in America, but currently, China leads the EV market.

The podcast delves into the controversy of banning TikTok in the US due to concerns over Chinese influence and manipulation. It explores legislative actions, potential risks of foreign ownership, and the uncertain future of TikTok in the country. The discussion highlights the implications of state control, corporate behavior, and the influence of Chinese-owned technology companies like TikTok.

Exploring the Hollywood hit formula and the shift from franchises to original films. Discussing the success of daring and unique movies like 'Oppenheimer' and 'Dune: Part 2'. Examining the challenges faced by Marvel movies and the potential future of the entertainment industry.

The podcast challenges traditional views on inflation, highlighting the impact of rising interest rates on consumer finances. Economist Judd Cramer discusses how inflation data fails to reflect the effects of skyrocketing interest rates, shedding light on the 'vibecession'. The discussion emphasizes the need to incorporate housing costs and interest rates into economic indicators for a more accurate portrayal of financial realities.

Unveiling the 'Need for Chaos' Mentality in American Politics, exploring Americans' embrace of conspiracy theories due to extreme cynicism towards elites and power institutions. Guest Michael Bang Petersen discusses the darker aspects of political psychology and the prevalence of this mindset across the political spectrum. Exploring the impact of trust in elites on public sentiment, raising concerns about exploitation of public frustrations. Navigating social exclusion and inequality in political discourse to prevent radicalization. Exploring motivations behind sharing misinformation and chaos in society, linking it to societal inequalities and status competitions.

Discover the decline in face-to-face socializing among Americans, with insights from sociologist Eric Klinenberg. Dive into the impact on teens, parenting, and social infrastructure in America. Uncover the truth about loneliness vs. aloneness and the importance of building strong community connections.

Real wage growth in America is on the rise, leading to a decline in wage inequality and a shrinking Black-white wage gap. Dr. Arindrajit Dube discusses the fundamental reorganization of work in the economy, likening it to changes not seen since the 1950s or 1960s. Despite the positive trends, there is still skepticism among Americans about the improving economic situation.

The podcast delves into the art and science of difficult conversations, exploring strategies for navigating challenging discussions in relationships. It discusses techniques like looping for understanding and asking feeling questions for deeper connections. The importance of mastering effective communication in personal and professional settings is emphasized, along with the power of meaningful conversations in persuading individuals with opposing views.

This podcast explores the science of slowing down the aging process in dogs and the potential spillover benefits for humans. The CEO of Loyal discusses her experience as a female biotech founder, the economics of pharma, the ethics of life extension, and theories for slowing down the aging process in dogs. Topics also include the correlation between dog size and lifespan, unintended genetic problems in dog breeding, and the challenges of building a drug for dog life extension.

This podcast explores the dark side of the internet's obsession with anxiety. It questions if the constant discussion of anxiety online is worsening the mental health crisis. The guest, a clinical psychologist, discusses anxiety as identity and the problematic architecture of the internet for mental health conversations. The podcast also delves into the failure of mass mental health interventions for teenagers and the role of algorithmic media in increasing anxiety.