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Let’s Know Things — News & Politics
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

Copyright: © 2018 Colin Wright

Latest Episodes:

Myanmar coup Feb 09, 2021

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This week we talk about Aung San, the Anglo-Burmese Wars, and the 2021 Myanmar military coup.

We also discuss Aung San Suu Kyi, genocide, and the politics of democracy.

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

Russian Protests Feb 02, 2021

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This week we talk about the Soviet Union, Alexei Navalny, and Vladimir Putin.

We also discuss Russia of the Future, protests, and Putin's Palace.

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

Relaxation Drinks Jan 26, 2021

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This week we talk about GABA, Driftwell, and functional beverages.

We also discuss L-Theanine, magnesium, and marketing.

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

Digital Services Act Jan 19, 2021

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This week we talk about Section 230, Trump’s online bans, and extraterritorial jurisdiction.

We also discuss the Digital Markets Act, liability, and the European Union.

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

Post-Stagnation Jan 12, 2021

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This week we talk about The Great Stagnation, Robert Solow, and total factor productivity.

We also discuss low-hanging economic fruit, technological innovations, and looms.

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

Debt Cancellation Jan 05, 2021

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This week we discuss seisachtheia, Jubilee years, and student debt cancellation.

We also discuss Solon, healthcare, and the cost of higher education in the US.

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

Qatari World Cup Dec 29, 2020

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This week we talk about Qatar, the FIFA 2022 World Cup, and carbon neutrality.

We also discuss Middle Eastern conflicts, sporting event diplomacy, and human rights.

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

Thai Protests Dec 22, 2020

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This week we talk about the Chakri dynasty, the Siamese Revolution of 1932, and the 2020 Thai protests.

We also discuss the FFP, the Tai peoples, and German ski resorts.

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

Protein Folding Problem Dec 15, 2020

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This week we talk about SETI@home, macromolecules, and AlphaFold2.

We also discuss proteins, Foldit, and CASP.

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

WebRTC Dec 08, 2020

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This week we talk about the iOS App Store, GeForce Now, and web-based gaming.

We also discuss Android, Fortnite, and browser capabilities.

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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