Podcast Episodes
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Season 3 Episode 1
Derek shares what he considers the most important narratives of the moment, including the return of normalcy in economics, a big shift in sports medi…
2 years, 6 months ago
The Biggest Breakthroughs in Science Happening Right Now
Season 2 Episode 71
If you're looking for a hopeful and mind-expanding conversation to round out the year, this one is for you.
It's our breakthroughs of the year episode…
2 years, 6 months ago
The Truth About Ketamine: Depression Cure, Health Fad, or Placebo?
Season 2 Episode 70
One week ago, Matthew Perry’s autopsy report came back, finding that the ‘Friends’ actor died from the acute effects of ketamine overdose. His death …
2 years, 7 months ago
The Year in Media and Entertainment: What’s Broken (News), What’s Surging (Netflix), and What’s Next
Season 2 Episode 70
Today’s episode is about 2023 in media—from TV to film, from the miracle of Barbenheimer’s to the superhero drought, from Netflix’s show of strength …
2 years, 7 months ago
How Weight-Loss Drugs Could Impact U.S. Healthcare and Food. Plus, the Biggest Problems With GLP1s.
Season 2 Episode 69
Today’s episode is our second in a series on the weight-loss drug revolution of the last two years.
On Tuesday, we talked to endocrinologist Beverly T…
2 years, 7 months ago
The Weight-Loss Drug Revolution, Part 1: Why These Drugs Work So Well
Season 2 Episode 68
Today’s podcast is about the weight-loss drug revolution—which I believe might be one of the most important stories in the world right now. Despite a…
2 years, 7 months ago
Why It’s So Hard to Buy a House Right Now—and Why It Might Get Better Soon
Season 2 Episode 67
Today, we’re examining the U.S. housing market, starting with a specific question: Should you look to rent or buy your next home? By some metrics, th…
2 years, 7 months ago
How Henry Kissinger’s Catastrophes and Triumphs Changed the World
Season 2 Episode 66
Today’s episode is about the controversial life and legacy of Henry Kissinger, who died last week at the age of 100. First as Nixon’s National Securi…
2 years, 7 months ago
Elon Musk’s Meltdown, the Death of Twitter, and the Chaotic Future of Social Media
Season 2 Episode 65
Today’s episode is a wide-ranging one, from breaking news in tech to the philosophy of social media. The Atlantic's Charlie Warzel joins to discuss E…
2 years, 7 months ago
How China's Economic Miracle Went Off the Rails
Season 2 Episode 64
This month, President Joe Biden and President Xi Jinping of the People's Republic of China (PRC) met in San Francisco amid trade wars and even the pr…
2 years, 7 months ago