Uploaded April 2024 | Updated September 2026, 17 hours ago
In this week’s episode, Noah Smith and Erik Torenberg tackle more listeners' questions focused on conflicts and war. They cover various defense strategies, emphasizing the urgency of revitalizing the U.S. defense industrial base to prepare for potential conflicts. They discuss the differences between authoritarian and democratic powers, highlighting the significant risk of World War III and the importance of alliance building, particularly with countries like Japan, India, and European nations to counterbalance China's growing influence and the new ‘Axis’. Commenters, join us in wishing Noah a Happy Birthday!
This show is produced by Turpentine: a network of podcasts, newsletters, and more, covering technology, business, and culture — all from the perspective of industry insiders and experts. We’re launching new shows every week, and we’re looking for industry-leading sponsors — if you think that might be you and your company, email us at erik@turpentine.co.
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SEND US YOUR Q's FOR NOAH TO ANSWER ON AIR: Econ102@Turpentine.co
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LINKS:
Noahpinion: https://www.noahpinion.blog/
WW3? : https://www.noahpinion.blog/p/americans-are-still-not-worried-enough
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X / TWITTER:
@noahpinion (Noah)
@eriktorenberg (Erik)
@TurpentineMedia (Turpentine)
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TIMESTAMPS:
(00:00) Episode Preview
(01:57) The defense industrial base
(08:17) Precedents of wars leading to World War II and the Cold War
(14:57) Contrast of Xi Jinping and Putin
(21:46) Sponsor: Turpentine
(22:33) China's production advantage
(27:54) Evaluating the new axis of power
(33:51) Complexities of manufacturing and warfare
(41:02) Impact of war on economies
(44:13) Exploring the Israel-Palestine conflict
(49:41) Potential for peace in the Middle East
(55:28) Wrap
In this week’s episode, Noah Smith and Erik Torenberg tackle more listeners' questions focused on conflicts and war. They cover various defense strategies, emphasizing the urgency of revitalizing the U.S. defense industrial base to prepare for potential conflicts. They discuss the differences between authoritarian and democratic powers, highlighting the significant risk of World War III and the importance of alliance building, particularly with countries like Japan, India, and European nations to counterbalance China's growing influence and the new ‘Axis’. Commenters, join us in wishing Noah a Happy Birthday!
This show is produced by Turpentine: a network of podcasts, newsletters, and more, covering technology, business, and culture — all from the perspective of industry insiders and experts. We’re launching new shows every week, and we’re looking for industry-leading sponsors — if you think that might be you and your company, email us at erik@turpentine.co.
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SEND US YOUR Q's FOR NOAH TO ANSWER ON AIR: Econ102@Turpentine.co
_
LINKS:
Noahpinion: https://www.noahpinion.blog/
WW3? : https://www.noahpinion.blog/p/americans-are-still-not-worried-enough
_
X / TWITTER:
@noahpinion (Noah)
@eriktorenberg (Erik)
@TurpentineMedia (Turpentine)
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TIMESTAMPS:
(00:00) Episode Preview
(01:57) The defense industrial base
(08:17) Precedents of wars leading to World War II and the Cold War
(14:57) Contrast of Xi Jinping and Putin
(21:46) Sponsor: Turpentine
(22:33) China's production advantage
(27:54) Evaluating the new axis of power
(33:51) Complexities of manufacturing and warfare
(41:02) Impact of war on economies
(44:13) Exploring the Israel-Palestine conflict
(49:41) Potential for peace in the Middle East
(55:28) Wrap
