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We hear enough about our problems. Let’s solve them. Every Monday, journalist, analyst and entrepreneur Henry Blodget interviews leading thinkers across business, tech, politics and beyond about their big ideas for how to build a better future. Part of the Vox Media Podcast Network.

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Recent Guests

Umair Irfan
Expert on energy and electricity sector
vox.com
Episode: How AI Data Centers are Raising Your Electric Bill
Jamie Heller
Editor-in-Chief of Business Insider, with decades of experience in journalism including work at the Wall Street Journal.
Business Insider
Episode: Business Insider Embraced AI. How’s It Going?
John Harris
Editor-in-chief of Politico
Politico
Episode: How Can American Politics Recover from Trump?
Dr. Stephanie Woolhandler
Distinguished Professor of Public Policy at Hunter College and founder of Physicians for a National Health Program
Physicians for a National Health Program
Episode: It’s Time for Medicare for All
Dr. Jean Twenge
A professor at San Diego State University, specializing in generational differences and the impact of technology on youth.
San Diego State University
Episode: Kids Should Have a Driver's License Before a Smartphone
Kevin Rose
Co-founder of Digg and venture capitalist at True Ventures
True Ventures
Episode: The New Digg Wants to Bring Back a Peaceful Internet
Olga Khazan
Staff writer at The Atlantic and author of "Me But Better"
The Atlantic
Episode: You Can (And Should) Change Your Personality
Anne Applebaum
Expert in autocracy and staff writer at The Atlantic
The Atlantic
Episode: The U.S. Needs a Democracy Movement
Arthur Brooks
Professor at Harvard and best-selling author on happiness
Harvard University
Episode: How to Worry Less & Find Meaning with Happiness Expert Arthur Brooks

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Henry Blodget
Host and journalist known for his analytical insights and interviews with leading thinkers across various sectors. Blodget delves into pressing topics concerning technology, business, and political dynamics, aiming to promote solutions-oriented discourse.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 30 ratings
  • optimistic

    you should have ezra klein on the show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    B. Birdell
    United States3 months ago
  • Thoughtful questions to explore real problems

    Love the questions asked of the guests and the thoughtful nature behind them, a real chance to dive into the details with fact based analysis and thinking. Love that this isn’t focused on editorial, and instead brings forward perspective and data from the guest.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BruceClark
    United States3 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the engaging conversations and thought-provoking questions posed to guests, highlighting the depth of analysis provided. Many find value in the practical insights shared, indicating that the podcast stimulates important discussions around solutions to pressing issues. Some have expressed a desire for more diversity among guests to enhance the conversation.

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#202
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#59
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#97
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How Can American Politics Recover from Trump?
Q: What do you think would help the country return to more respectful political debates?
A consensus on fundamental issues and the ability to solve national problems without the prevailing contempt that currently exists are essential.
How Can American Politics Recover from Trump?
Q: Is the United States more politically polarized than it has been in at least half a century?
Yes, there is polarization, but how it compares to historical polarization such as the 1960s varies, as current polarization has a different psychological character influenced by technology and media.
Kids Should Have a Driver's License Before a Smartphone
Q: What would government regulation of social media look like?
One proposal could be to verify age for social media accounts, potentially raising the minimum age from 13 to 16.
Kids Should Have a Driver's License Before a Smartphone
Q: How strong is the science linking technology use to mental health issues?
Although correlational data exists, a lot more experimental data has emerged showing that reducing social media usage leads to improved mood and reduced depression.
Kids Should Have a Driver's License Before a Smartphone
Q: Why do we need rules in a high tech world as parents?
Because there's so little regulation of social media or the Internet that parents have to be the front line.

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Focusing on practical solutions to contemporary challenges, the content often invites leading experts and thinkers from various fields including business, technology, politics, and healthcare. Episodes tackle pressing issues such as the U.S. healthcare system, political polarization, the impact of AI on industries, and energy costs, aiming to present insights and potential paths forward. Unique to the series is its commitment to not just discussing problems but actively exploring innovative ideas and strategies for improvement, fostering constructive dialogue around solutions that can positively influence society.

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2. Jamie Heller
3. John Harris
4. Dr. Stephanie Woolhandler
5. Dr. Jean Twenge
6. Kevin Rose
7. Olga Khazan
8. Anne Applebaum

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