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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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
Jun 7, 2022 • 25min
Shein
This week we talk about fast fashion, waste, and supply chains.We also discuss ZZKKOO, SheInside, and Love Island.Show notes / transcript: https://letsknowthings.com/episode315 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
May 31, 2022 • 23min
ESG Investing
This week we talk about Elon Musk, the Sullivan Principles, and the Friedman Doctrine.We also discuss Tesla, Exxon, and apartheid.Show notes / transcript: https://letsknowthings.com/episode314 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
May 24, 2022 • 22min
2022 Crypto Crash
This week we talk about TerraUSD, Luna, and stablecoins.We also discuss tech stocks, Basis, and uncertainty.Show notes / transcript: https://letsknowthings.com/episode313 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
