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The Ezra Klein Show

A host who does the reading. Conversations worthy of the ideas they explore. Theories and frameworks that help you see the world a little bit differently — and a little more clearly. Got a suggestion for our next episode? Or a question you wish we’d find someone to explore? Email us at [email protected].

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Why the Modern World Looks So Drab | The Ezra Klein Show

02 Oct 2026
1h 6m
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The modern world is increasingly characterized by a tension between functional convenience and aesthetic intention, leading to a pervasive sense of drabness or, conversely, aggressive vulgarity. Design decisions are now frequently dictated by market logic, which prioritizes mass-produced efficiency and resale value ove...

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Bill Gates: A.I. ‘Makes Nuclear Weapons Look Like Nothing’ | The Ezra Klein Show

29 Sep 2026
1h 13m
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Artificial intelligence has reached a critical inflection point, presenting unprecedented risks in cyber and bio-security that demand immediate, proactive regulation. Unlike previous technological shifts, the current rapid advancement of AI capabilities—particularly in coding and molecule generation—enables small group...

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Abdul El-Sayed Is a Test for Democrats | The Ezra Klein Show

25 Sep 2026
1h 33m
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Are the Current Laws Enough to Regulate A.I.? | The Ezra Klein Show

23 Sep 2026
3m
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Jensen Huang Thinks A.I. Alarmism Has Gone Too Far | The Ezra Klein Show

23 Sep 2026AI processed

Artificial intelligence represents a new industrial revolution, transforming how society interacts with technology by shifting from retrieval-based computing to generative, agentic systems. Jensen Huang, CEO of Nvidia, characterizes this evolution as a five-layer stack, emphasizing that AI serves as a productivity mult...

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Why Are We Sprinting Off the A.I. Cliff? | The Ezra Klein Show

20 Sep 2026
29m
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The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence has created a dangerous disconnect between public perception of AI as a helpful assistant and the reality of experimental models capable of recursive self-improvement. These systems are increasingly autonomous, as evidenced by recent incidents where AI agents hacked inte...

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The 'But China!' Dilemma Driving the A.I. Race | The Ezra Klein Show

15 Sep 2026
1h 4m
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Why I Can’t Stop Thinking About ‘The End of History’ | The Ezra Klein Show

11 Sep 2026
1h 16m
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The Rise of ‘Hyperpolitics’ | The Ezra Klein Show

08 Sep 2026AI processed

Hyperpolitics defines a contemporary era characterized by intense political activity and mobilization that lacks the stabilizing force of traditional institutions like political parties and unions. This disconnect results in volatile, short-term political cycles where public sentiment shifts rapidly without translating...

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What the Heck Is Going On in the Bond Market? | The Ezra Klein Show

28 Aug 2026AI processed

The U.S. Treasury market, the world’s most vital financial instrument, is currently experiencing unprecedented volatility and erratic intervention from the Trump administration. As national debt surpasses $40 trillion—with annual interest payments now exceeding the defense budget—the government’s attempts to artificial...

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Annie Lowrey's Book Recommendations | The Ezra Klein Show

27 Aug 2026
3m
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This Is Why People Hate the Government | The Ezra Klein Show

25 Aug 2026
1h 16m
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The Next China Shock Is Here | The Ezra Klein Show

21 Aug 2026AI processed

China’s rapid ascent in advanced manufacturing—spanning electric vehicles, batteries, and artificial intelligence—represents a "China Shock 2.0" that fundamentally alters global geopolitics. Unlike the initial shock focused on low-end consumer goods, this wave targets the technological frontier, threatening the industr...

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The A.I.s Are Already Out of Control | The Ezra Klein Show

18 Aug 2026
1h 10m
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The Warring Visions of American Power | The Ezra Klein Show

14 Aug 2026
56m
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Ross Douthat on the Seismic Changes in Media, Religion and Politics | The Ezra Klein Show

11 Aug 2026
1h 12m
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I Answer Your Questions on Peter Thiel, Chris Rufo and the D.S.A. | The Ezra Klein Show

07 Aug 2026
56m
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The A.I. Revolt Is Here | The Ezra Klein Show

04 Aug 2026
1h 16m
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Christopher Nolan's Finest Trick | The Ezra Klein Show

02 Aug 2026
15m
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Is Trump Running Out of Steam? | The Ezra Klein Show

31 Jul 2026
1h 2m
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