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Political Omnivores Feb 15, 2017

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This week we talk about enemies who are friends, globalization, and non-polarized opinions.

We also discuss the Tea Party, capitalism, and Uncle Joe.

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Intellectual Exhaustion Feb 08, 2017

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This week we talk about noble lies, compassion fatigue, and addiction.

We also discuss the melting arctic, empathy, and red alert causes.

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Journalism-ish Feb 01, 2017

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This week we talk about smart mobs, reddit, and Kompromat.

We also discuss salacious dossiers, mob justice, and data-driven journalism.

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

Imitation Jan 25, 2017

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This week we discuss hackers, video games, and Project Xanadu.

We also talk about art, Mirai botnets, and intertwingularity.

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Obsolete Jan 18, 2017

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This week, we talk about self-driving trucks, Malthusian catastrophes, and human obsolescence.

We also discuss zero marginal cost societies, Foxbots, and centaurs.

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Protests Jan 11, 2017

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This week we discuss protests in several different contexts.

We also talk crypto-authoritarianism, clicktivism, and signaling theory.

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Frontiers Jan 04, 2017

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This week we talk about the net-casting spider, space junk, and Kessler syndrome.

We also discuss NASA spinoffs, cowboys, and Mars rover bacteria.

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

Loot & Morality Dec 28, 2016

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This week we talk about the German kunstschutz unit, the Venus de Milo, and slavery reparations.

We also discuss Operation Mummy's Curse, Nazi plunder, and the evolution of morality.

Let's Know Things is hosted by Colin Wright.

For more information about the podcast, and to view the copious show notes, visit letsknowthings.com.

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Prejudged Substance Dec 21, 2016

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This week we talk about raves, the Opium Wars, and the Barbie Drug.

We also discuss guided psychedelic therapy, MDMA, nootropics, and alcohol.

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

False Prophets Dec 14, 2016

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This week, we discuss the five main philosophical theories of truth, the concept of post-truth, and how both play into political polls and journalism.

We also talk about demagoguery, emotions, and internet memes made tangible.

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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