wide-ranging intellectual conversations with world-class thinkers on economics, culture, ideas, and more. Hosted by Tyler Cowen.
In this episode, Tyler and Henry Oliver explore the complexities of Shakespeare's 'Measure for Measure', discussing its themes of mercy, hypocrisy,...
Joe Studwell discusses the complex challenges of development in Africa, arguing that population density plays a significant role in economic growth,...
Andrew Ross Sorkin discusses the complex nature of market bubbles, using the 1929 stock market crash as a lens to examine historical and contemporary...
Diarmaid MacCulloch explores the historical relationship between Christianity, monotheism, and monogamy, emphasizing how these elements have evolved...
Brendan Foody, CEO of Mercor, discusses the innovative approach of employing expert poets and professionals to enhance AI models in creative and...
In this retrospective, Tyler and producer Jeff Holmes reflect on the podcast's growth over the past year, highlighting memorable episodes and...
Alison Gopnik discusses how children's learning processes mirror those of scientists, emphasizing the Bayesian nature of their reasoning. She also...
Gaurav Kapadia shares insights on the evolution of New York City and discusses the interplay between urban development and investment strategies. He...
In this episode, Dan Wang discusses the contrasting infrastructures and societal dynamics between America and China, emphasizing what each country...
Cass Sunstein discusses the challenges facing liberalism today, particularly in the context of AI and immigration. He emphasizes that while...
Blake Scholl discusses innovative approaches to supersonic flight and the need for reimagining airport design and infrastructure. He emphasizes the...
In this episode, Tyler interviews Donald S. Lopez Jr., a leading expert on Buddhism, who discusses the complexities of Buddhist theology, the nature...
In this episode, Sam Altman discusses the evolution and productivity of OpenAI amidst increasing demands, emphasizing the importance of delegation...
Jonny Steinberg delves into the complex relationship between South African police and the communities they serve, highlighting how consent is pivotal...
George Selgin discusses the New Deal's impacts on the economy, arguing that while some measures provided temporary recovery, they ultimately failed...
John Amaechi discusses the intricate dynamics of leadership within the NBA and other organizations, emphasizing that culture is shaped by the...
In this episode, Steven Pinker discusses the significance of common knowledge in human interaction and its implications for coordination in society....
David Commins discusses the complex relationship between Wahhabism and the formation of the Saudi state, emphasizing how this religious movement was...
Seamus Murphy discusses his experiences and insights from photographing Afghanistan and its people, emphasizing their resilience and the potential...
David Brooks discusses the paradox of today's youth, highlighting their increased productivity alongside rising rates of sadness and alienation, and...