Economist and "Noahpinion" writer Noah Smith and investor Erik Torenberg make sense of what’s happening in the news, technology, business, and beyond, through the lens of economics.
This podcast episode examines the multifaceted implications of AI's evolution, focusing on the potential for both opportunity and risk as it moves from being a tool for task replacement to fostering human creativity and collaboration. Throughout the discussion, there is a critical analysis of Google's role in AI innova...
This podcast episode delves into various socio-economic policies proposed by Kamala Harris, evaluating their implications through the lens of historical precedents and economic theory. Noah Smith emphasizes the potential effectiveness of Harris's housing plan, which resembles Singapore's model, while critiquing her pri...
This podcast episode examines the evolving landscape of technology, questioning whether we have reached a plateau in innovation while discussing the implications of a maturing internet and a possible shift toward conservatism within the tech industry. The hosts argue that the term "tech" has become more associated with...
This podcast episode delves into the complexities of current political and economic landscapes, discussing the implications of Kamala Harris's VP pick, the shifting perceptions of "weirdness" in political discourse, and the ongoing economic challenges facing the US, including market volatility, national debt, and compa...
This podcast episode delves into the often-overlooked significance of development economics, arguing that countries with burgeoning populations, such as India and Vietnam, present remarkable opportunities for economic advancement. It explores the limitations of foreign aid and discusses the importance of remittances an...
This podcast episode analyzes President Biden's legacy in various domains, including economic policy, industrial strategy, foreign relations, and immigration. Guest Noah Smith critiques Kamala Harris's potential as a presidential nominee, compares Biden's and Trump's economic performances, and discusses the intricacies...
This podcast episode explores various topics such as the role of a vice president, the MAGA movement within the Republican Party, the need for increasing missile production to counter China, fixing Social Security, the support of the tech industry in Silicon Valley, the potential future of Democratic candidates, the pr...
This podcast episode explores the Turpentine Network, a media outlet and community for tech people, and delves into discussions on the Republican Party platform, the establishment of religion, immigration policies, energy policies, taxation, education, housing, healthcare, and exports. The episode highlights the shift ...
This podcast episode explores various topics including the importance of understanding the needs of the working class, challenges faced by the Democratic Party, power dynamics within the government, the implications of removing Chevron deference, the role of a competent civil service, the issues of privatization and ou...
This podcast episode explores the potential consequences of Trump's actions as president, including conflicts with government institutions, allies, and China, which could lead to a general Asian war and World War Three. It also discusses the shift in tech industry sympathies towards Trump and the role of Chomsky in cri...
This podcast episode explores various topics in economics, ranging from the complexities of monetary policy and the shift towards microeconomics to the causes and implications of the great financial crisis. It also discusses the concept of NGDP targeting, the need for an independent fiscal authority, and the limited un...
This podcast episode explores various topics including the surge in support for the hard right in Europe, concerns about immigration and national security in Europe, brain drain in countries like Vietnam and Japan, the future of Social Security and potential bank bailouts, the risks associated with holding long-term Tr...
This podcast episode explores common misconceptions about economics, including the foundations of money, inflation, and GDP. It delves into the housing crisis, the concept of Vibecession, wealth inequality, challenges faced by the next generation, retirement options, political polarization, debt and interest rates, inf...
This podcast episode explores the shifting landscape of academia, the challenges faced by history professors, the rise of conservative muckrakers, and the power dynamics within progressive institutions. It delves into the tensions between addressing racial disparities and individual fairness, the influence of figures l...
This podcast episode explores various economic policies and challenges, including the relationship between inflation and the national debt, the impact of industrial policy on inflation, the role of service industry subsidies in inflation, the significance of the Federal Reserve's balance sheet, the concept of NGDP targ...
This podcast episode explores the main problem with Biden's administration, which is excessive spending leading to a high deficit. It highlights the negative impacts of this spending on the fiscal position and the crowding out of other priorities. The episode also discusses Biden's industrial policy approach and its tr...
This podcast episode explores the concerns over the deficit, the potential political challenges of raising taxes and cutting spending, the impact of subsidies on healthcare and education, the implications of capital gains tax on startups and inheritance, the importance of addressing inherited wealth, the pros and cons ...
This podcast episode explores the complexities of monetary policy and its impact on inflation, including the uncertainties surrounding the Federal Reserve's decisions. It delves into the concept of "greedflation" and discusses the role of central banks in setting interest rates. The episode also presents alternative ap...
This podcast episode covers various topics including the potential benefits and risks of the US dollar losing its status as the world's reserve currency, the concept of reserve currency and progressive taxation, the complex relationship between redistribution and economic growth, challenges and potential solutions for ...
This podcast episode explores the challenges faced by Europe, the importance of the US defense industrial base, the impact of the Ukraine war, the parallels between the lead-up to World War II and the current geopolitical landscape, the potential end of the Cold War with China, Putin's revanchist ambitions, the threat ...
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