Colin WrightNews
Colin WrightNews
Colin WrightNews
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Author and analytic journalist Colin Wright puts the news into context.

  • Tactical Nukes
    This week we talk about the Tsar Bomba, the Davy Crockett, and hypersonic missiles.We also discuss Kyiv, mutually assured destruction, and Cold War thinking.Support the show: patreon.com/letsknowthings / letsknowthings.com/support / understandary.comShow notes/transcript: letsknowthings.com ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
  • New Offensive in Ukraine
    This week we talk about Russia's invasion of Ukraine, the grand realignment, and tanks.We also discuss F-15s, spheres of influence, and Zelenskyy.Support the show: patreon.com/letsknowthings / letsknowthings.com/support / understandary.comShow notes/transcript: letsknowthings.com ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
  • AVOD and FAST
    This week we talk about Tucker Carlson, Disney Plus, and free ad-supported TV.We also discuss ad-supported video-on-demand, the new streaming wars, and the pivot to video.Support the show: patreon.com/letsknowthings / letsknowthings.com/support / understandary.comShow notes/transcript: letsknowthings.com ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
  • Debt Crises
    This week we talk about student debt, real estate, and local government financing vehicles. We also discuss credit cards, the Belt and Road Initiative, and frontier markets.Support the show: patreon.com/letsknowthings / letsknowthings.com/support / understandary.comShow notes/transcript: letsknowthings.com ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
  • El Niño
    This week we talk about snow water equivalents, ENSO, and the Walker circulation.We also discuss climate bands, La Niña, and warming oceanic surface temperatures.Support the show: patreon.com/letsknowthings / letsknowthings.com/support / understandary.comShow notes/transcript: letsknowthings.com ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
  • CBAMs
    This week we talk about carbon leakage, the EU, and the GDPR.We also discuss carbon border adjustment mechanisms, globalization, and the Inflation Reduction Act.Support the show: patreon.com/letsknowthings / letsknowthings.com/support / understandary.comShow notes/transcript: letsknowthings.com ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
  • The Discord Leaks
    This week we talk about Discord, War Thunder, and intelligence leaks.We also discuss spy ops, infiltration, and Minecraft forums.Support the show: patreon.com/letsknowthings / letsknowthings.com/support / understandary.comShow notes/transcript: letsknowthings.com ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
  • Immigration and Automation
    This week we talk about TikTok, Reels, and Shorts.We also discuss LLMs, ad revenue sharing deals, and automation.Support the show: patreon.com/letsknowthings / letsknowthings.com/support / understandary.comShow notes/transcript: letsknowthings.com ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
  • Revenue Sharing
    This week we talk about TikTok, Reels, and Shorts.We also discuss LLMs, ad revenue sharing deals, and automation.Support the show: patreon.com/letsknowthings / letsknowthings.com/support / understandary.comShow notes/transcript: letsknowthings.com ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
  • The Hydrogen Spectrum
    This week we talk about hydrogen colors, use-cases, and sources.We also discuss the fossil fuel-based economy, batteries, and fuel cells.Support the show: patreon.com/letsknowthings / letsknowthings.com/support / understandary.comShow notes/transcript: letsknowthings.com ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
  • Bank Runs
    This week we talk about Silicon Valley Bank, Signature Bank, and Silvergate CapitalWe also discuss interest rates, the FDIC, and too big to fail.Support the show: patreon.com/letsknowthings & letsknowthings.com/supportShow notes/transcript: letsknowthings.comCheck out my other shows & publications: understandary.com ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
  • Avian Flu
    This week we talk about H5N1, poultry, and globalization.We also discuss COVID-19, influenza types, and inflation.Support the show: patreon.com/letsknowthings & letsknowthings.com/supportShow notes/transcript: letsknowthings.comCheck out my other shows & publications: understandary.com ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
  • Zero Interest-Rate Policy
    This week we talk about 10x-ing, blitzscaling, and the Millennial Lifestyle Subsidy. We also discuss Uber, Bird, and savings accounts. Support the show: patreon.com/letsknowthings & letsknowthings.com/support Show notes/transcript: letsknowthings.com
  • Russian Invasion Anniversary
    This week we talk about Putin, NATO, and the international order. We also discuss Kyiv, buffer countries, and invasion incentives. Support the show: patreon.com/letsknowthings & letsknowthings.com/support Show notes/transcript: letsknowthings.com Chec
  • Social Insurance
    This week we talk about Otto von Bismark, Medicare, and demographic lopsidedness. We also discuss Social Security, Biden, and globalization. Support the show: patreon.com/letsknowthings & letsknowthings.com/support Show notes/transcript: letsknowthing
  • Spy Balloons
    This week we talk about Project Mogul, Chinese airships, and the Cold War. We also discuss UFOs, Roswell, and wolf warriors. Support the show: patreon.com/letsknowthings & letsknowthings.com/support Show notes/transcript: letsknowthings.com Check out
  • Stock Buybacks
    This week we talk about regulations, the Reagan administration, and market manipulation. We also discuss tech layoffs, market caps, and dividends. Support the show: patreon.com/letsknowthings & letsknowthings.com/support Show notes/transcript: letskno
  • Anti-Obesity Medication
    This week we talk about patent medicine, BMI, and semaglutide. We also discuss leptin, tirzepatide, and the American Academy of Pediatrics. Support the show: patreon.com/letsknowthings & letsknowthings.com/support Show notes/transcript: letsknowthings
  • Non-Competes
    This week we talk about gunmakers, blacksmiths, and Lina Khan. We also discuss the FTC, employer-employee relations, and competition law. Support the show: patreon.com/letsknowthings & letsknowthings.com/support Show notes/transcript: letsknowthings.c
  • RISC-V
    This week we talk about open standards, custom chips, and China. We also discuss Android, tier-one platforms, and the internet of things. Support the show: patreon.com/letsknowthings & letsknowthings.com/support Show notes/transcript: letsknowthings.c