Let's Know Things
Colin Wright
A calm, non-shouty, non-polemical, weekly news analysis podcast for folks of all stripes and leanings who want to know more about what's happening in the world around them. Hosted by analytic journalist Colin Wright since 2016. letsknowthings.substack.com
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Mar 14, 2023 • 23min
Avian Flu
This week we talk about H5N1, poultry, and globalization.We also discuss COVID-19, influenza types, and inflation.Show notes / transcript: https://letsknowthings.com/episode254 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit letsknowthings.substack.com/subscribe
Mar 7, 2023 • 21min
Zero Interest-Rate Policy
This week we talk about 10x-ing, blitzscaling, and the Millennial Lifestyle Subsidy.We also discuss Uber, Bird, and savings accounts.Show notes / transcript: https://letsknowthings.com/episode353 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit letsknowthings.substack.com/subscribe
Feb 28, 2023 • 40min
Russian Invasion Anniversary
This week we talk about Putin, NATO, and the international order.We also discuss Kyiv, buffer countries, and invasion incentives.Show notes / transcript: https://letsknowthings.com/episode352 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit letsknowthings.substack.com/subscribe
Feb 21, 2023 • 21min
Social Insurance
This week we talk about Otto von Bismark, Medicare, and demographic lopsidedness.We also discuss Social Security, Biden, and globalization.Show notes / transcript: https://letsknowthings.com/episode351 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit letsknowthings.substack.com/subscribe
Feb 14, 2023 • 22min
Spy Balloons
This week we talk about Project Mogul, Chinese airships, and the Cold War.We also discuss UFOs, Roswell, and wolf warriors.Show notes / transcript: https://letsknowthings.com/episode350 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit letsknowthings.substack.com/subscribe
Feb 7, 2023 • 22min
Stock Buybacks
This week we talk about regulations, the Reagan administration, and market manipulation.We also discuss tech layoffs, market caps, and dividends.Show notes / transcript: https://letsknowthings.com/episode349 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit letsknowthings.substack.com/subscribe
Jan 31, 2023 • 29min
Anti-Obesity Medication
This week we talk about patent medicine, BMI, and semaglutide.We also discuss leptin, tirzepatide, and the American Academy of Pediatrics.Show notes / transcript: https://letsknowthings.com/episode348 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit letsknowthings.substack.com/subscribe
Jan 24, 2023 • 17min
Non-Competes
This week we talk about gunmakers, blacksmiths, and Lina Khan.We also discuss the FTC, employer-employee relations, and competition law.Show notes / transcript: https://letsknowthings.com/episode347 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit letsknowthings.substack.com/subscribe
Jan 17, 2023 • 16min
RISC-V
This week we talk about open standards, custom chips, and China.We also discuss Android, tier-one platforms, and the internet of things.Show notes / transcript: https://letsknowthings.com/episode346 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit letsknowthings.substack.com/subscribe
Jan 10, 2023 • 17min
Naloxone
This week we talk about Narcan, Kloxxado, and Fentanyl.We also discuss overdoses, opioids, and OTC.Show notes / transcript: https://letsknowthings.com/episode345 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit letsknowthings.substack.com/subscribe
