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**Let’s Know Things**

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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Other Conflicts Aug 23, 2022

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This week we talk about Yemen, Syria, and Ethiopia.

We also discuss the Mexican Drug War, Myanmar, and Ukraine.

Show notes / transcript: https://letsknowthings.com/episode326

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

Franchises Aug 16, 2022

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This week we talk about Marvel, the Gray Man, and cinematic universes.

We also discuss sequels, remakes, and spin-offs.

Show notes / transcript: https://letsknowthings.com/episode325

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

China's Demographic Crisis Aug 09, 2022

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This week we talk about lying flat, letting it rot, and China's Gen Z.

We also discuss replacement rate, the middle class, and baby bonuses.

Show notes / transcript: https://letsknowthings.com/episode324

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

Fleet Electrification Aug 02, 2022

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This week we talk about LLVs, NGDVs, and electric school buses.

We also discuss hydrogen, delivery vehicles, and Amazon.

Show notes / transcript: https://letsknowthings.com/episode323

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

CRISPR Jul 26, 2022

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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

Monkeypox Jul 19, 2022

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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

Sunscreen Jul 12, 2022

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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

Funding Journalism Jul 05, 2022

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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

Proof-of-Stake Jun 28, 2022

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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

Neon Jun 21, 2022

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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

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