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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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Sam D'Amico
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Lily Ottinger
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Episode: Noah Smith on Taiwan's Future, Nuclear Proliferation, and Trump 2.0 [ChinaTalk]
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Hosts

Noah Smith
Economist and writer of Noahpinion, known for his analytical insights into economic policies and their implications on society.
Erik Torenberg
Co-founder of Turpentine and investor, with a focus on technology and economic trends.

Reviews

3.9 out of 5 stars from 811 ratings
  • sequences not organized, likely targeted at those without a university degree.

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    Ken_Th
    a month 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 States5 months ago
  • Unserious

    If you think Donald Trump is trying to destroy the country on purpose like some marvel villain then I can’t be sure whether anything else you say is credible

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    gravy_train12
    United States6 months ago
  • Big Noah Smith fan

    Love Noah’s blog and enjoy this podcast, and have learned so much from him. My one issue is the moderator. Erik seems like a smart and successful guy, but he is clearly not that knowledgeable when it comes to Econ policy and politics/policy in general. It’s evident from his questions and comments. The show would be even better if the moderator had more of a policy background.

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    Jay jn Nj
    United States7 months ago
  • A return to Buckley

    Noah is a fast talking blowhard. He has turned this podcast into a vanity show with a meek interviewer pitching him questions on every topic under the sun so as to showcase Smith’s apparent brilliance and erudition. It reminds me of nothing so much as William F. Buckley’s Firing Line, a TV show in the ‘80s and ‘90s expressly designed to display the great man’s wisdom

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    sidneyhart
    United States7 months ago

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Overall, the conversational style and format make the show engaging for those interested in current affairs connected to economics.
Some criticisms highlight a perceived bias in political discussions, suggesting a tendency to lean toward specific ideological perspectives.
Listeners appreciate the insightful economic discussions and the breakdown of complex topics into digestible content.

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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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