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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Apr 11, 2023 • 21min
Immigration and Automation
This week we talk about TikTok, Reels, and Shorts.We also discuss LLMs, ad revenue sharing deals, and automation.Show notes/transcript: letsknowthings.com 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
Apr 4, 2023 • 25min
Revenue Sharing
This week we talk about TikTok, Reels, and Shorts.We also discuss LLMs, ad revenue sharing deals, and automation.Show notes / transcript: https://letsknowthings.com/episode357 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 28, 2023 • 23min
The Hydrogen Spectrum
This week we talk about hydrogen colors, use-cases, and sources.We also discuss the fossil fuel-based economy, batteries, and fuel cells.Show notes/transcript: letsknowthings.com 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 21, 2023 • 23min
Bank Runs
This week we talk about Silicon Valley Bank, Signature Bank, and Silvergate CapitalWe also discuss interest rates, the FDIC, and too big to fail.Show notes / transcript: https://letsknowthings.com/episode355 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 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
