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Keen On America

Andrew Keen
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Nobody asks sharper or more impertinent questions than Andrew Keen. In KEEN ON, Andrew cross-examines the world’s smartest people on politics, economics, history, the environment, and tech. If you want to make sense of our complex world, check out the daily questions and the answers on KEEN ON. Named as one of the "100 most connected men" by GQ magazine, Andrew Keen is amongst the world's best-kno... more

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Recent Guests

Andres Velasco
Academic and former Minister of Finance of Chile
London School of Economics
Episode: The Deliveroo Effect: Why Instant Delivery Politics and Economics Is Harming Democracy and Making Us Miserable
Robbie Bach
Former Chief Xbox Officer at Microsoft and author
Robbie Bach Consulting, LLC
Episode: A Giant Crypto Grift: Xbox Chief on His New Blockchain Thriller and Why Web3 Still Matters
Caroline Levander
Vice president for Global Strategy at Rice University and author of 'Invent Ed'
Rice University
Episode: Should a College be a Museum or a Startup? Why Universities Need to Teach Failure
Kenneth P. Vogel
Journalist and author focusing on foreign policy and lobbying
The New York Times
Episode: American Advocates of Foreign Devils: How Rudy Giuliani and Hunter Biden Sold Access to US Foreign Policy
John Fabian Witt
Historian and author of The Radical Fund
Yale University
Episode: Sometimes We Need a Calamity: How to Save the American Experiment
Elizabeth MacBride
Co-author of Capital Evolution, a writer on economics
Boulder based venture capitalist, Seth Levine
Episode: The Frankenstein Version of Neo-Liberalism: When American Business Overtook Government
Paul Starr
Distinguished historian and sociologist, author of 'American Contradiction'
Princeton University
Episode: America as a Contradiction Trapped Inside an even Bigger Contradiction: Princeton Historian's Explanation for Everything, Everywhere All at Once
Jeffrey Archer
Author and former politician known for his books and service under Margaret Thatcher.
Episode: Jeffrey Archer: How Margaret Thatcher would have disciplined a Naughty Donald Trump
David Nasaw
Distinguished American historian and author
Author of The Wounded Generation and The Last Million
Episode: America's Most Wounded Generation: Returning Home after World War II

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Andrew Keen
Host of Keen On America, known for sharp questioning and engaging discussions with thought leaders across various fields.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 189 ratings
  • On balance ...

    Andrew has some obvious flaws but many , many strengths (depth-of-knowledge, style, clear-speaking, engaging ...).

    On balance a clear benefit to the podcasting world.

    Keep up the great work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wayne Tai Fai
    Australia2 months ago
  • Great…but Mr Keen should learn to listen more.

    Great guests, interesting questions, however Mr Keen should learn to listen and let his guests finish their sentences. He compulsively interrupts his guest, it’s distracting.

    Nonetheless a great show, wide ranging subjects, and great guests.

    Bonus, the “That Was The Week”, episodes with Mr Keith Teare are some of the best tech overviews in podcastland.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sunlit Mechanism
    Canada4 months ago
  • Arrogant

    I have been listening to keen on for a while and some guests are great. The host is the ultimate know it all bit asked some good questions. However the most recent episode on surviving Auschwitz the guest refers to witnessing a suicide of a 2 year old who entered the water knowing they couldn’t swim and drowned. Andrew Keen agreed. This is so deeply deeply offensive and wrong. How dare he. For anyone who has lost a while this is such an absurd and cruel opinion. Disgraceful. Immediate unfollow. ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    EmRoss24
    Australia4 months ago
  • Mr Keen should learn to listen

    Great guests, interesting questions, however Mr Keen should learn to listen and let his guests finish their sentences. He compulsively interrupts his guest, it’s really frustrating and distracting.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Sunlit Mechanism
    Canada9 months ago
  • Weirdest intro music...

    Podchaser
    3
    Seyfert
    10 months ago

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Overall, the series is regarded as providing insightful and engaging content, appealing to those interested in contemporary political and societal issues.
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A Giant Crypto Grift: Xbox Chief on His New Blockchain Thriller and Why Web3 Still Matters
Q: Is blockchain a bit old-fashioned these days?
While blockchain is still very relevant, there are also current trends like AI that need to be understood. Blockchain remains central to crypto and many other applications.
A Giant Crypto Grift: Xbox Chief on His New Blockchain Thriller and Why Web3 Still Matters
Q: What do you make of the current craze for crypto?
Crypto can be viewed as a highly risky investment but also as a valid asset by many in a digital age.
A Giant Crypto Grift: Xbox Chief on His New Blockchain Thriller and Why Web3 Still Matters
Q: What did you learn from writing The Wilkes Insurrection?
In writing The Blockchain Syndicate, I learned to understand my characters better and improve pacing, which helped enhance my narrative rather than reducing it.
The Deliveroo Effect: Why Instant Delivery Politics and Economics Is Harming Democracy and Making Us Miserable
Q: What do you think is the difference between 2025 and 1989 in terms of public trust in economists and experts?
Many people are skeptical of democracy and expert knowledge, leading to a need for experts to earn their credibility in today's world.
The Deliveroo Effect: Why Instant Delivery Politics and Economics Is Harming Democracy and Making Us Miserable
Q: How would you broadly define what the Washington Consensus meant and its significance for the last part of the 20th century?
It was very influential with many countries adopting its policy recipes, while some elements still hold relevance today, such as avoiding huge budget deficits.

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This series features in-depth discussions that tackle some of the most pressing issues of our time, including politics, economics, technology, and the environment. With a focus on critical questioning, the host invites prominent guests to explore complex themes like the implications of AI in content creation, the relationship between extreme wealth and democracy, and other significant societal challenges. The conversations aim to provide insightful perspectives on contemporary debates, making it appealing for listeners looking for intellectual engagement and a deeper understanding of current global issues. Unique to the series is its blend of high-profile interviews and a candid examination of topics that shape our world, often challenging ... more

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8. Jeffrey Archer

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