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
Episodes
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Aug 16, 2022 • 24min
Franchises
This week we talk about Marvel, the Gray Man, and cinematic universes.We also discuss sequels, remakes, and spin-offs.Show notes / transcript: https://letsknowthings.com/episode325 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
Aug 9, 2022 • 27min
China's Demographic Crisis
This week we talk about lying flat, letting it rot, and China's Gen Z.We also discuss replacement rate, the middle class, and baby bonuses.Show notes / transcript: https://letsknowthings.com/episode324 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
Aug 2, 2022 • 27min
Fleet Electrification
This week we talk about LLVs, NGDVs, and electric school buses.We also discuss hydrogen, delivery vehicles, and Amazon.Show notes / transcript: https://letsknowthings.com/episode323 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
Jul 26, 2022 • 25min
CRISPR
This week we talk about CRISPR/cas9, LDL, and human trials.We also discuss sickle-cell, the human germline, and super-tomatoes.Show notes / transcript: https://letsknowthings.com/episode322 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
Jul 19, 2022 • 23min
Monkeypox
This week we talk about BA.5, smallpox, and "over there" issues.We also discuss the WHO, evolving health threats, and prairie dogs.Show notes / transcript: https://letsknowthings.com/episode321 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
Jul 12, 2022 • 23min
Sunscreen
This week we talk about SPF, UV, and the FDA.We also discuss oxybenzone, bemotrizinol, and bisoctrizole.Show notes / transcript: https://letsknowthings.com/episode320 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
Jul 5, 2022 • 33min
Funding Journalism
This week we talk about The Washington Post, Arc XP, and Substack.We also discuss The New York Times, Axios, and newsletters.Show notes / transcript: https://letsknowthings.com/episode319 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
Jun 28, 2022 • 21min
Proof-of-Stake
This week we talk about Ethereum, Bitcoin, and The Merge.We also discuss gas flares, proof-of-work, and regulation.Show notes / transcript: https://letsknowthings.com/episode318 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
Jun 21, 2022 • 23min
Neon
This week we talk about wheat, DUV lasers, and shortages.We also discuss Russia, supply chains, and microprocessors.Show notes / transcript: https://letsknowthings.com/episode317 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
Jun 14, 2022 • 25min
Friendshoring
This week we talk about offshoring, nearshoring, and the TPP.We also discuss onshoring, China, and supply chains.Show notes / transcript: https://letsknowthings.com/episode316 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
