Episodes (Page 3)
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Discusses the surprising weakness of liberalism in the face of illiberalism in the U.S.
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Discussing the impact and reception of the book 'Abundance' one year after its release.
Derek Thompson
Marc Dunkelman
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Stewart Brand, a key figure bridging counterculture and tech, shaped the internet's idealistic era.
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Super PAC funded by tech founders attacks Alex Bores, a congressional candidate.
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ProPublica investigation revealed ultra-wealthy pay minimal income tax.
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Discusses the defunct two-state solution and the rise of the "one-state reality."
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Fareed Zakaria discusses Trump's threats of war crimes and their lingering impact.
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Trump's address on Iran's "sinister threat" leaves military options open.
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Michael Pollan explores the mystery of consciousness and its role in our lives.
Michael Pollan
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Christopher Caldwell argues Trumpism may be ending due to the Iran war.
Christopher Caldwell
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Iran's oil shutdown impacts 10% of global supply, risking catastrophic economic damage.
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Naomi Klein discusses her book "Doppelganger" and the rise of "mirror world" politics.
Naomi Klein
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Miscalculations by Trump administration escalated tensions with Iran.
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Trump administration launched strikes on Iran without public or congressional consultation.
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Pentagon plans to break contract with A.I. company Anthropic.
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Epstein acted as a broker for information, connections, wealth, and exploitation.
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George Saunders discusses his new novel 'Vigil,' which explores darker themes than his public 'kindness guru' persona, following an oil tycoon reassessing his life on his deathbed
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Cory Doctorow and Tim Wu present competing theories on how the internet declined from its early promise into ragebait, sponsored content, and AI-generated slop
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Priya Parker, author of 'The Art of Gathering,' helps explore how to create more meaningful social gatherings and stronger community connections
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