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"Econ 102" with Noah Smith and Erik Torenberg

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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.

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In this episode of Econ 102, Noah Smith and Erik Torenberg cover Europe's economic future, how internet discourse has changed politics, the rise of identitarian populism on both the right and left in America, and more.

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In this episode of Econ 102 originally aired on the Sphere Podcast, Noah Smith and Pascal-Emmanuel Gobry sit down for a debate on immigration. They cover the philosophical underpinnings of their arguments, where they find common ground, border enforc... more

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In this episode of Econ 102, Noah Smith and Erik Torenberg cover the transformation of global manufacturing, the rise of the electric tech stack, the landscape of jobs and economic policy, and the state of today's online discourse.

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Hosts

Noah Smith
Economist and writer of 'Noahpinion', host of several economic discussions focusing on practical and theoretical aspects of economics.
Erik Torenberg
Investor and co-founder of Turpentine, often engaging in discussions that blend economic perspectives with technology and venture capital insights.

Reviews

3.9 out of 5 stars from 837 ratings
  • Shallow political analysis, NOT economics

    Noah Smith is an aggressively arrogant commentator. This episode makes a serious case comparing America to China by directly comparing Herbert Hoover to Xi Jinping, who took power 78 years after Hoover’s presidency and 45 years after his death. He also compared 1860-1883 Capitalist America to “Communist China” - an impressively big-brained analysis, considering that China’s Communist revolution began +66 years later in 1949.

    Give this episode a listen if you’re hungry for half-baked analysis fr... more

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    Floor_Man
    United States2 months ago
  • Quality

    Few podcast conversations can match Noah Smith when it comes to applied econ- both micro and macro

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Impoxtssibxo
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Indepth and Insightful

    Very detailed, indepth and informative.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nik.shines
    India2 months ago
  • sequences not organized, likely targeted at those without a university degree.

    Podcast Addict
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    Ken_Th
    5 months ago
  • Definitely enjoy the econ talk

    But could have a more balanced view sometimes it turns so political. Would be great to have hosts on both sides of the aisle. Will probably stop listening at the political rants get out of control.

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    StarvingSD
    United States9 months ago

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Listeners often highlight the informative nature of episodes, though some feel that political commentary can detract from economic discussions.
Listeners appreciate the in-depth economic analysis and engaging discussions between the hosts.

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Noah Smith on Taiwan's Future, Nuclear Proliferation, and Trump 2.0 [ChinaTalk]
Q: What role does unpredictability play in foreign policy?
Unpredictability is an asset as China doesn't understand America very well.
Noah Smith on Taiwan's Future, Nuclear Proliferation, and Trump 2.0 [ChinaTalk]
Q: What is Trump's influence on Asia policy?
He will spend influence on making the business climate better, reflecting a coalition with businesspeople supporting deregulation.
Noah Smith on Taiwan's Future, Nuclear Proliferation, and Trump 2.0 [ChinaTalk]
Q: Does Taiwan need nuclear weapons?
No, because it's too late for them to develop their own due to past decisions.
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Q: What do you think about the long-term impacts of AI on the job market?
AI is not replacing jobs as expected; rather, it shows a more complex interaction where roles utilizing AI are thriving, while those that don't are suffering.
AGI Thought Experiment with Dwarkesh Patel, Noah Smith, and Erik Torenberg | From the a16z Podcast
Q: Why are some people bullish about AI's ability to complement human labor?
The belief is rooted in historical precedent and the notion that while AI can replace jobs, it will also create new opportunities and enhance productivity in ways we cannot yet fully measure.

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The content features lively discussions centering on complex economic topics, shedding light on current events, historical contexts, and future implications. Notably, episodes dive into realms such as immigration policy, the economic status of nations like China and Argentina, the transformative potential of technology including AI, and the shifting paradigms in manufacturing. The hosts often balance their analysis with differing opinions and philosophical debates, providing listeners with a nuanced understanding of contemporary issues while maintaining an engaging conversational style. Unique to this show is its blend of rigorous economic analysis with a casual, accessible approach, appealing to both economics enthusiasts and general audie... more

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