Let's Know Things
Colin WrightA weekly news analysis podcast for folks who want to know more about what's happening in the world around them. Hosted by analytic journalist Colin Wright since 2016.
| Platform |  | Pricing | Freemium | Publishes | Weekly |
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| Issues | 669 | Founded | 3 years ago | Last Issue | 5 days ago |
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Super El Niño
This week we talk about oceanic surface temperatures, trade winds, and global climate change.
We also discuss the Polar Jet Stream, hurricanes, and climate models.
Recommended Book: Kleptopia by Tom Burgis
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Under...
2026 UK Local Elections
This week we talk about Keir Starmer, Labour, and the Reform UK party.
We also discuss Tories, the Lib Dems, and two-party systems.
Recommended Book: Peak by K. Anders Ericsson and Robert Pool
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For more than 100...
Child Mortality
This week we talk about industrialization, antibiotics, and child mortality rates.
We also discuss corruption, instability, and progress.
Recommended Book: Empire of Silence by Christopher Ruocchio
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Demographic t...
More Things: Sudan Civil War Fourth Year
This month we talk about South Sudan, the RSF, and drones.
This month we talk about South Sudan, the RSF, and drones.
Iran War Costs
This week we talk about the Strait of Hormuz, oil, and Russia.
We also discuss Patriot missiles, expensive weapons, and peer rivals.
Recommended Book: Tiny Experiments by Anne-Laure Le Cunff
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During 2025 and earl...
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Author, analytic journalist, podcast host. Currently: Milwaukee, WI, USA
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