"Econ 102" with Noah Smith and Erik Torenberg

Natalie Toren

Economist and writer Noah Smith and investor Erik Torenberg make sense of what’s happening in the news, technology, business, and beyond, through the lens of economics

  • 57 minutes 30 seconds
    A Debate with Scott Sumner: Industrial Policy, China, and National Security

    In this episode, Noah Smith and Erik Torenberg are joined by Scott Sumner, an American economist and previously the Director of the Program on Monetary Policy at the Mercatus Center at George Mason University, examine the impact of U.S.-China relations on economic and industrial policies, discussing topics such as tariffs, manufacturing capabilities, technologies like drones and batteries, climate change, defense strategies, and the evolving role of neoliberalism.


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    Highlights from the Episode:

    • Neoliberalism vs. Industrial Policy: The world is moving away from neoliberalism toward industrial policy and authoritarian nationalism.
    • Chinese manufacturing of green technology has supported global climate efforts, sparking debate over whether US trade barriers on Chinese green tech are counterproductive, alongside a discussion of carbon taxes versus other climate policies.
    • China now matches US and allies combined in manufacturing capacity.
    • Trump's tariffs are seen as ineffective for reindustrialization, while Biden's CHIPS Act and IRA are viewed as more successful in specific sectors, prompting a discussion on targeted versus broad industrial policies.
    • Housing and healthcare costs are significant barriers to living standards.


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    15 January 2025, 11:00 am
  • 1 hour 1 minute
    Canada After Trudeau, Immigration Debate, and China's Economy

    This week, Noah Smith and Erik Torenberg explore the possibility of a Chinese invasion of Taiwan, Xi Jinping's political future, U.S.-China tensions, Trump's and Biden's policies, the 2019 global protests, China's economic troubles, and the challenges facing Western nations, while also emphasizing the need for bipartisan cooperation on U.S. industrial policy.


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    Highlights from the Episode:

    • China faces significant economic headwinds with deflation and productivity challenges, requiring major policy interventions including potential bailouts to address their real estate crisis.
    • Justin Trudeau's legacy in Canada is marked by criticism of his economic management, the country's ongoing productivity challenges, an overreliance on the oil sector as a temporary fix for deeper economic issues, and stagnant business investment despite partial recovery in oil prices.
    • The conservative coalition in America has evolved to become more diverse, with Latino and Asian voter shifts playing a crucial role in recent electoral outcomes.
    • Biden's industrial policy has shown success in areas like solar panel manufacturing and chip production, despite implementation challenges around DEI and union requirements.
    • Elon Musk's involvement in European politics is analyzed in terms of how Europe could counter his influence through market access, with an observation that his focus on the region may be part of rebuilding a coalition after disputes over immigration.


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    The Players on the Eve of Destruction: https://www.noahpinion.blog/p/the-players-on-the-eve-of-destruction

    How do we measure whether China's economy is "ahead" of America's?: https://www.noahpinion.blog/p/how-do-we-measure-whether-chinas

    Biden's tarnished industrial legacy: https://www.noahpinion.blog/p/bidens-tarnished-industrial-legacy

    Trudeau was a poor steward of Canada's economy: https://www.noahpinion.blog/p/trudeau-was-a-poor-steward-of-canadas

    9 January 2025, 9:00 am
  • 1 hour 1 minute
    Trump, Tariffs, and the New 80s: America's Next Cultural Reset

    This week, Noah Smith and Erik Torenberg discuss Silicon Valley's cultural influence, Marc Andreessen's predictions, what comes after wokeness, tariffs on China, Reaganomics, the 'polycrisis,' the future of industrial policy, and political dynamics involving Donald Trump, Elon Musk, and Paul Krugman.

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    Highlights from the Episode:

    • The decline of "wokeness" follows historical patterns of social movements, with San Francisco leading both adoption and abandonment of cultural trends.
    • Industrial policy and targeted tariffs are crucial for American manufacturing competitiveness, particularly in relation to China.
    • The challenges of implementing meaningful austerity measures in the US government and the necessity of making difficult policy choices.
    • The complex relationship between Trump and Elon Musk's competing visions for America's economic and foreign policy future.
    • Paul Krugman's legacy: Reviving Keynesian economics during Great Recession.


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    2 January 2025, 8:00 am
  • 54 minutes 43 seconds
    China's Demographic Time Bomb and America's Economic Future

    In today's episode, Noah Smith and Erik Torenberg answer listeners' questions and discuss global economic issues such as China's demographic challenges, currency crises, GDP vs. GDP per capita, the efficacy of long prison sentences, and the risks and benefits of economic stimulus, currency depreciation, and trade imbalances.


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    Highlights from the Episode:

    • The U.S. trade deficit represents IOUs to other countries that must eventually be paid back or partially defaulted on through inflation. A persistent trade deficit is not in America's long-term interest.
    • There are two main types of economic crises: currency crises (typically involving inflation) and deflationary depressions. They require opposite policy responses - austerity for currency crises and stimulus for deflationary depressions.
    • China is currently experiencing a deflationary crisis due to its real estate bubble burst and debt overhang, leading to falling prices and attempts to export their way out of trouble.


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    25 December 2024, 10:45 am
  • 57 minutes 16 seconds
    Relationships, Gender Wars, and Online Culture with Katherine Dee (Default Friend)

    This week, Erik Torenberg and Noah Smith discuss modern dating dynamics, cultural shifts, and the impact of technology and social media on relationships with author and former dating advice columnist Katherine Dee, exploring generational differences contributing to the gender war and the broader societal implications.


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    Highlights from the Episode:

    • Dating markets vary significantly by location and social context - what works in San Francisco differs from New York, and tech industry dating differs from other sectors.
    • There's a noticeable trend toward "avoidant behavior" in younger generations, manifesting in situationships and difficulty with direct communication.
    • Social media and technology have fundamentally altered how people connect, leading to more fragmented and isolated dating experiences.

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    18 December 2024, 10:17 am
  • 59 minutes 49 seconds
    The New Left, Health Insurance Myths, and Solving Underpopulation

    Noah Smith and Erik Torenberg discuss the high costs of healthcare, the challenges facing the center-left, the possibility of infinite economic growth, solutions to declining fertility rates, and the role of technology in addressing demographic challenges.

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    Highlights from the Episode:

    • Health insurance companies are often unfairly blamed for high healthcare costs, while making only 1-3% profit margins. The real cost drivers are healthcare providers and hospital systems.
    • National health insurance, as implemented in countries like Japan, can effectively control costs but may risk reducing healthcare innovation.
    • Population growth follows exponential functions, meaning societies are always trending toward either over-population or under-population, with no stable middle ground without active intervention.


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    11 December 2024, 12:00 pm
  • 1 hour 8 minutes
    A Debate on Immigration, Ethnostates, and National Identity

    This week, Noah Smith talks to Erik Torenberg about his viral post on land acknowledgements, exploring how nations should be defined by institutions rather than ethnic identity. The conversation expands into a discussion of immigration, cultural assimilation, and sovereignty across countries like Israel, Japan, South Korea, and Botswana, examining how different nations navigate the balance between cultural preservation and integration. For full show notes, visit: https://highlightai.com/share/b7f9f1c6-5c17-4877-9be7-c0b3d56c7e78

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    4 December 2024, 9:30 am
  • 1 hour 39 minutes
    Vitalik Buterin & Noah Smith | Is Authoritarianism Inevitable?

    In today's special episode, we're sharing a conversation between Noah Smith and Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin recorded back in June for the Bankless podcast. They discuss whether authoritarian regimes could outcompete liberal democracies in the 21st century, exploring the impact of technological advancements, the internet, and decentralized technologies like crypto on information dynamics and the preservation of liberal values. For full show notes, visit: https://highlightai.com/share/e7dc596f-bc8e-4574-aebd-c6f579a76175


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    27 November 2024, 8:00 am
  • 1 hour 21 minutes
    DOGE, Political Realignment, and the End of 'Groups'

    This week, Erik Torenberg and Noah Smith explore economic policies, political dynamics, societal issues, including the abolition of income tax, government agency efficiency, the evolving political landscape, technology's impact on freedom and dignity, and the challenges of maintaining a competent civil service. For full show notes, visit: https://highlightai.com/share/ab409e21-1697-4621-a9b8-cfd3149e4e35


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    21 November 2024, 11:52 am
  • 1 hour 1 minute
    Post-Trump Reflections: Fixing Blue Cities

    Noah Smith and Erik Torenberg discuss the evolution and challenges of urban development in American cities, particularly the rise and fall of blue cities like San Francisco and New York, while exploring historical trends, fiscal policies, and socio-political dynamics. For full show notes, visit: https://highlightai.com/share/69fa9439-ace9-43c3-9a96-9876a7e440bc

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    13 November 2024, 8:00 am
  • 54 minutes 28 seconds
    Trump and Shadow President Elon

    Noah Smith and Erik Torenberg analyze the aftermath of the Trump 2024 election, debating what to expect on political strategies, economic policies, and the power of figures like Elon Musk, while discussing potential shifts needed within the Democratic Party to address changing voter demographics. For full show notes, visit: https://highlightai.com/share/7411dfd6-68b4-4590-b8c5-64aac8ba953f


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