2021. The Next Sexual Revolution
An argument that explores the hormonal mechanisms behind libido, the role of kisspeptin, and potential treatments for sexual dysfunction.
2022. I want the Japanese future back!
Noah Smith reflects on Japan's economic stagnation since 2008 and argues for a shift in policymaking towards development economics to reclaim the nation's innovative spirit.
2023. SBSQ #26: Do prediction markets make polls useless?
An argument that prediction markets may challenge the relevance of traditional polling methods in forecasting election outcomes and other events.
2024. Some UPS and FedEx planes are grounded. What does that mean for holiday shipping?
Chandelis Duster discusses the grounding of UPS and FedEx planes and its implications for holiday shipping logistics.
2025. A Fundamentalist Christian Church that Celebrates Gay Marriage: A Roadmap
Miles Kimball argues for a pro-gay marriage evangelical church that maintains conservative theological commitments while reinterpreting scripture to support same-sex unions.
2026. Why China will Rule Renewable Energy
Paul Krugman discusses China's impending dominance in renewable energy due to its production capabilities and the geopolitical implications of this shift.
2027. Many would-be buyers are frozen out of the housing market
An argument that the housing market is increasingly inaccessible for first-time buyers, with rising average ages reflecting the challenges faced by young people.
2028. Economic and Trade Policy Uncertainty Spikes: Speculation
An argument that rising uncertainty in economic and trade policies is influenced by various political factors and disruptions affecting sentiment and operations.
2029. How Sensitive Is Economic Sentiment Respond to News?
An argument that economic sentiment varies significantly by partisan affiliation, showing strong correlations for Democrats and Independents, but negligible for Republicans in response to news sentiment.
2030. Expectations, Current Situation, Sentiment Decline to Near Record Low Levels
Menzie Chinn discusses the decline in consumer sentiment and its implications for economic assessments and expectations.
2031. After the Dem Sweep: Talking with G. Elliott Morris
Paul Krugman discusses election results with G. Elliott Morris, focusing on Trump's unpopularity and its impact on Democratic successes in recent elections.
2032. Emergent Ventures India, 12th cohort
Tyler Cowen discusses the recipients of grants from Emergent Ventures India, highlighting innovative projects across various fields, including technology and environmental solutions.
2033. UPS and FedEx grounding MD-11 planes following deadly Kentucky crash
UPS and FedEx are grounding MD-11 planes after a fatal crash in Kentucky to prioritize safety.
2034. At least five interesting things: Smart Ideas edition (#71)
The post discusses recent research challenging the notion that corporate monopolies hinder economic dynamism, highlighting studies that suggest consolidation can spur innovation and business entry.
2035. Federal Reserve Accountability for Actions During the Pandemic
Timothy Taylor discusses the need for accountability in the Federal Reserve's actions during the pandemic, highlighting issues with oversight and monetary policy decisions.
2036. What to do if your flight gets canceled because of the government shutdown
Rachel Treisman discusses the FAA's flight reductions and their potential impact on travelers, including canceled flights and uncertainty for passengers.
2037. OpenAI's new web browser has ChatGPT baked in. That's raising some privacy questions
John Ruwitch discusses privacy concerns related to OpenAI's Atlas browser, which integrates ChatGPT and handles sensitive personal information while performing online tasks.
2038. OpenAI's new web browser has ChatGPT baked in. That's raising some privacy questions
John Ruwitch discusses privacy concerns surrounding OpenAI's Atlas browser, which integrates ChatGPT and accesses personal information for online tasks.
2039. Trump Tariff Trouble
Paul Krugman discusses the legal challenges and implications of Trump's tariffs, highlighting their potential illegitimacy and the Supreme Court's critical stance on the issue.
2040. Machine Learning, Causal Inference and AI Workshop November 10 and 11 by Brigham Frandsen
Scott Cunningham highlights an upcoming workshop by Brigham Frandsen on machine learning and causal inference, emphasizing its value for understanding treatment effects and human capital investment.