Podcast appearances and mentions of Tom Standage

2024 taught us to expect the unbelievable says Tom Standage, deputy editor of The Economist magazine with last year's assassination attempts on Donald Trump, exploding walkie-talkies in the Middle East and chopsticks catching giant rockets. Every year, the magazine looks at trends in a special edition called The World Ahead in 2025. Jesse talks to Standage about what he says will be the hallmark of the coming year, uncertainty, as well as the implications of the Trump presidency in America, tariff talks across the globe and a reckoning for artificial intelligence regulation and overtourism.

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This week on Taking Stock, Mandy Johnston talks to Tom Standage the Deputy Editor of The Economist about what shocks and positives may lie in store for the Global economy next year. Ever wonder about the most expensive homes changing hands in Ireland? From a sprawling Cork estate to the childhood home of Garret FitzGerald, 2024 has seen over 1,200 sales topping €1 million. Alanna Gallagher from The Irish Times gives Mandy a tour of these prestigious properties. In this month's Tech Scape slot, Mandy asks could TikTok be banned in the US when she talks to Chris Stokel-Walker.

After an unprecedented year of elections, new leaders around the globe who have promised change will be expected to deliver in 2025. The world will also be coming to terms with the outcome of America's elections in November and the implications for global security, trade, and climate policy. New alliances are forming, and old ones are fraying in an increasingly tense and dangerous world. But the adoption of green tech continues to outpace the most optimistic forecasts, even as concerns grow over artificial intelligence and its voracious appetite for chips, energy, water, and data. Tom Standage, Deputy Editor of The Economist and editor of The World Ahead 2025, will consider these and other trends and their implications for geopolitics, business, and culture in the coming year.

There are a lot of reasons, including heavy regulations, high taxes, and competition from illegal weed shops. Most operators are losing money and waiting for Washington to get out of the way. In the meantime, it's not that easy being green. (Part two of a four-part series.) SOURCES:Jon Caulkins, professor of operations research and public policy at Carnegie Mellon University.Adam Goers, senior vice president of The Cannabist Company and chairperson of the Coalition for Cannabis Scheduling Reform.Precious Osagie-Erese, founder and C.E.O. of Precious Canna Co.Nikesh Patel, C.E.O. of Mammoth Distribution.Nikesh Patel, director of the San Francisco Office of Cannabis.Tom Standage, deputy editor of The Economist. RESOURCES:"Most Americans Favor Legalizing Marijuana for Medical, Recreational Use," (Pew Research Center, 2024)."Whitney Economics U.S. Legal Cannabis Forecast - 2024 - 2035," by Beau Whitney (Whitney Economics, 2024)."Beer Sellers Use a Loophole to Break Into Weed Drinks Market," by Redd Brown (Bloomberg, 2024)."Cannabis Producer Seeks Boston Beer Merger," by Lauren Thomas (The Wall Street Journal, 2024)."California's 'Apple Store of Weed' Declares Bankruptcy With $410M in Debt," by Lester Black (SFGate, 2024)."Is the State Democratic Chair Influencing Who Can Sell Legal Weed in this N.J. City?" by Jelani Gibson (NJ.com, 2023)."When Prohibition Works: Comparing Fireworks and Cannabis Regulations, Markets, and Harms," by Jonathan P. Caulkins and Kristina Vaia Reimer (International Journal of Drug Policy, 2023)."Did Minnesota Accidentally Legalize Weed?" by Paul Demko (Politico, 2022). EXTRAS:"Is America Switching From Booze to Weed?" by Freakonomics Radio (2024)."The Economics of Sports Gambling," by Freakonomics Radio (2019).

We have always been a nation of drinkers — but now there are more daily users of cannabis than alcohol. Considering alcohol's harms, maybe that's a good thing. But some people worry that the legalization of cannabis has outpaced the research. (Part one of a four-part series.) SOURCES:Jon Caulkins, professor of operations research and public policy at Carnegie Mellon University.Yasmin Hurd, director of the Addiction Institute at Mount Sinai.Michael Siegel, professor of public health and community medicine at Tufts University.Tom Standage, deputy editor of The Economist.Ryan Stoa, associate professor of law at Louisiana State University. RESOURCES:"Cannabis Tops Alcohol as Americans' Daily Drug of Choice," by Christina Caron (The New York Times, 2024)."Deaths from Excessive Alcohol Use — United States, 2016–2021," by Marissa B. Esser, Adam Sherk, Yong Liu, and Timothy S. Naimi (Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report, 2024)."Nixon Started the War on Drugs. Privately, He Said Pot Was ‘Not Particularly Dangerous,'" by Ernesto Londoño (The New York Times, 2024)."A Brief Global History of the War on Cannabis," by Ryan Stoa (The MIT Press Reader, 2020).Craft Weed: Family Farming and the Future of the Marijuana Industry, by Ryan Stoa (2018)."How the Sugar Industry Shifted Blame to Fat," by Anahad O'Connor (The New York Times, 2016)."The Perils of Ignoring History: Big Tobacco Played Dirty and Millions Died. How Similar Is Big Food?" by Kelly D. Brownell and Kenneth E. Warner (The Milbank Quarterly, 2009).A History Of The World In Six Glasses, by Tom Standage (2005)."Cancer and Coronary Artery Disease Among Seventh-Day Adventists," by E. L. Wynder, F. R. Lemon, and I. J. Bross (Cancer, 1959). EXTRAS:"Why Is the Opioid Epidemic Still Raging?" series by Freakonomics Radio (2024)."Daron Acemoglu on Economics, Politics, and Power," by People I (Mostly) Admire (2024)."Let's Be Blunt: Marijuana Is a Boon for Older Workers," by Freakonomics Radio (2021)."What's More Dangerous: Marijuana or Alcohol?" by Freakonomics Radio (2014).

When it comes to technology impacting society and business, we keep seeing the same patterns, fears of automation, changing ways of working, scams and societal changes. History is a great teacher in how we can learn from the past and be confident about the future. This week on The Workplace Podcast, William welcomes Tom Standage, Deputy Editor of The Economist and editor of The World Ahead, to discuss "What History Can Teach Us About an AI Future." Tom, a bestselling author and expert on technology's social and historical impact, shares valuable insights: The constancy of human nature amidst technological change Why experiencing "AI vertigo" is a sign of engagement AI's transformative potential in coding and software development How AI is addressing skills bias and potentially reducing inequality A balanced view on the ethical concerns surrounding AI AI's role in accelerating digital transformation This episode is a must listen as Tom brings a wealth of knowledge from his experience at The Economist and his authorship of seven history books, including "The Victorian Internet" and "A History of the World in 6 Glasses."  

Many have sung songs of change, from Charles Bradley to David Bowie to Tupac Shakur. The pace of social and economic changes—and the way they make us feel—is the subject of constant debate. Jonah is joined on today's episode by Tom Standage, a historian and the deputy editor of The Economist, to make the case that rapid change caused by innovation is nothing new in the annals of history. Jonah and Tom consider why man always jumps to doomsday when new technologies emerge, debate the merits of an organic diet, and discuss the storied history of brews and lager. Plus: the mythologization of the Medieval Age, a soliloquy to honor the historical lynchpin that is the potato, and the supernatural powers of a good cocktail. Show Notes: —Human Progress reviews “An Edible History of Humanity” —“Nexus,” Yuval Noah Harari —“A History of the World in 6 Glasses” —“An Edible History of Humanity” The Remnant is a production of The Dispatch, a digital media company covering politics, policy, and culture from a non-partisan, conservative perspective. To access all of The Dispatch's offerings—including Jonah's G-File newsletter, weekly livestreams, and other members-only content—click here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Fazemos uma viagem pela história da palavra CAFÉ. Há poucos meses, escrevi um texto sobre o tema: https://certaspalavras.pt/breve-historia-do-cafe-em-sete-cidades/ Sobre as várias formas da palavra antes de se tornar "café", veja-se: https://www.cnrtl.fr/etymologie/cafe O livro referido é A History of the World in 6 Glasses, de Tom Standage, que conta a história desta bebida (e outras cinco). This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.pilhadelivros.pt

India is the #1 most populous country in the world. Gandhi is one of the most remarkable people to ever live. The Taj Mahal one of the most beautiful sites on earth. But if you go to India, maybe don't mention Indiana Jones. Host Clark Vandeventer takes you on a little tour of Indian, along with some info picked up on the East India Company from his recent read of the book "History of the World in 6 Glasses" by Tom Standage. Link to book on Amazon: https://a.co/d/iPlg3HG Here's the article on the Taj Mahal by Salman Rushdie that Clark mentions in this episode: https://www.nationalgeographic.com/traveler/articles/1040taj_mahal.html Info on Clark's online classes: Free classes available on Coral Academy! ● Parents can visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.coralacademydemo.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and select their preferred classes ● While filling in the learner details, they should click on 'Referred by teacher' and enter CLARK VANDEVENTER For more travel perspectives, follow Clark on social media! Clark on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/clarkvand/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Clark on TikTok: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@clarkvand?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ You can also email Clark at clarkvand@gmail.com and check out all of his course offerings for tweens and teens on Outschool at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/clarkonoutschool⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Whelp, Mom is in the hospital again, so it's time for another cocktail! Update: she's out of the hospital and in a rehab where she is making excellent progress! So cheers to that! Bootie first learned about the Bobby Burns cocktail from Darcy Cameron, the owner of Shibui yarn on her blog, Shibui Life. Bootie and Bossy did not have the required Scotch (or Benedictine, or Absinthe, well, ok, Bootie had the absinthe but is keeping the bottle purely for aesthetic reasons), so they used what they had on hand, and it was delicious. ​As for Robert Burns, a.k.a. Bobby or Rabbie, he is widely regarded as the national poet of Scotland and an early promoter of the Romantic movement. When he wasn't farming and writing poetry, he was quite busy fathering children (12!). His birthday is celebrated on January 25th, and many toast him with this cocktail. In addition to writing the New Year's classic, "Auld Lang Syne", he wrote this gem, "The Answer" (can't you just here the Scottish brogue?):​Ev'n thena wish (I mind its power) A wish, that to my latest hour Shall strongly heave my breast; That I for poor auld Scotland's sake Some useful plan, or book could make, Or sing a sang at least.​Bootie and Bossy review the book A History of the World in 6 Glasses by Tom Standage. We loved how he highlighted the fascinating details about beer, wine, distilled drinks, tea, coffee and Coca-Cola while putting them in the context of larger and broader historical trends. ​We also give some knitting updates.

Speed will be the hallmark of 2024. Life comes at us fast says Tom Standage, deputy editor of The Economist magazine and editor of the annual forward looking special edition, The World Ahead in 2024.

In this first episode of 2024, Dr. Bedker takes a look ahead into the new year. Tom Standage, the editor of The World Ahead 2024 has written the cover article for The Economist and this piece serves as the source for this year's first episode. A top 10 list is given by Standage as ‘themes to watch” in 2024. Dr. Bedker provides a contextual leadership framework for each of these themes. 2024 will be a year of many challenges for leaders.

Tom Standage from The Economist shares his predictions for the new year with Shane McInnes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeff Katz in for Glenn. Today is the day after Christmas, and while rewatching Christmas classics, a clip from “A Charlie Brown Christmas” discussing the true meaning of Christmas captured Jeff's attention. Would anyone in Hollywood today dare make this or any of the traditional Christmas movies that are watched yearly? Absolutely not, and that's why it needs to be preserved and seen every year to help keep the traditions alive. What has happened to the FBI? Jimmy Gagliano, a retired FBI supervisory special agent, joins Jeff and explains that it might partly be the political makeup of the recent classes of the FBI that has allowed it to become just another wing of the political apparatus. Is Donald Trump on the verge of being king-like? Jeff plays a clip from the Economist deputy editor Tom Standage laughing on PBS about what a second Trump presidency would look like. Trump is accused by Standage of doing things that President Biden has actually done! Merry Christmas from Barack Obama! Jeff discusses what the former president's Christmas message was, at least what was written for him versus what he said in his video wishing seasons' greetings, how he has changed the meaning of the word “giving,” and how other words' meanings are being changed, including the word genocide. As we get closer to the end of the year, it's time for the Biden administration to look back at all the good done for the American people this year! From hiring the first black gay press secretary to pushing transgenderism on our children and rampant inflation ... wait, is it good for the American people or good for your identity politics? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chapter 1 Understand the idea behind A History Of The World In 6 Glasses"A History of the World in 6 Glasses" by Tom Standage is a book that explores the impact of six different beverages on world history. The author examines the influence of beer, wine, spirits, coffee, tea, and cola on different aspects of human civilization, including politics, economics, social structures, and cultural exchange.The book begins with beer and its role in the development of agriculture as societies transitioned from hunter-gatherer to settled farming communities. Standage then moves on to wine, which became associated with social status and cultural refinement in ancient civilizations such as the Greeks and Romans.Next, the author explores the impact of spirits, specifically the transition from homemade spirits to the rise of distilling and its association with colonialism and globalization. Coffee is then examined as a key catalyst for the Enlightenment and the Industrial Revolution, with its role in facilitating scientific and intellectual discussions in coffeehouses.Standage then delves into the history of tea, focusing on its connection to the British Empire and the Opium Wars in China. Finally, the book concludes with cola, representing the rise of consumer culture and the spread of American influence in the 20th century.Each beverage is analyzed in terms of its social, political, and economic significance, as well as its role in shaping trade, exploration, and cultural exchange throughout history. "A History of the World in 6 Glasses" offers a unique perspective on world history, highlighting the often overlooked impact of seemingly everyday beverages in shaping the course of human civilization.Chapter 2 Is A History Of The World In 6 Glasses Worth the Hype?Opinions on books can vary, but "A History of the World in 6 Glasses" by Tom Standage is generally well-received and considered a good book by many readers. It offers an interesting perspective on the world's history through the lens of six influential beverages: beer, wine, spirits, coffee, tea, and Coca-Cola. The book incorporates elements of social, cultural, and economic history, providing engaging and informative narratives around these beverages and their impact on human civilization. If you have an interest in history and enjoy exploring unique perspectives, this book could be a good choice for you.Chapter 3 Overview of A History Of The World In 6 Glasses"A History of the World in 6 Glasses" by Tom Standage is a book that explores the role of six beverages throughout human history and their influence on different societies and cultures. The book presents a chronological account of how beer, wine, spirits, coffee, tea, and cola have shaped and changed the course of history.Standage begins with beer, which played a significant role in the development of agriculture and the formation of early societies. He explains how beer was a staple in ancient Mesopotamia and Egypt, and how it was connected to social, religious, and economic practices.Next, the book moves on to wine, which Standage argues played a crucial role in the development of Greek and Roman civilizations. He explores how wine became a symbol of civilization, how it influenced social gatherings and intellectual pursuits, and how it became a target for religious and political control.Standage then delves into spirits, particularly whiskey, which he sees as a crucial factor in the colonization of the New World. He traces the rise of rum and whiskey and how they became a part of cultural exchange and global trade, leading to the...

Have you heard of the Pink Tax? It's when the women's version of a product (like razors) costs more than men's even though they are the same – except maybe the packaging and the color. It happens with a whole host of products from children's toys to clothes to deodorant and yes, razors. Listen to hear why this “tax” exists and why women might be smart to pick the men's version of the same thing instead. https://www.voanews.com/a/usa_all-about-america_does-pink-tax-force-women-pay-more-men/6177789.html We like to get around. People like to go places . Whether it's to go to the store or on vacation or to work or to grandma's house, we like to be mobile. For thousands of years, humans have tried to find faster and more efficient ways to get from Point A to Point B. Listen to my guest, Tom Standage as he explains the fascinating history of human transportation and how it is changing in a major way right now . In fact, he reveals why one of the latest and most significant innovations in transportation today is the smartphone! Tom is deputy editor of The Ecomomist – and author of A Brief History of Motion: From the Wheel to the Car, to What Comes Next (https://amzn.to/3A8G2s9). You have probably been in a situation where you thought about speaking up and saying something, but you held back, even though you knew you had something important to contribute. If that has happened to you, I want you to listen to my guest, Mary Nestor. Mary is a communications expert, award-winning speaker, business consultant, and author of the book Say It Now! Say It Right (https://amzn.to/39Mybpe) She joins me to explain how to muster up the courage and the words to speak up when you have something important to say. Do you know what a burglar looks like? Would you know one if you saw one? Most of them don't look like the ones in the movies. Listen as I explain what burglars really look like, how they operate, what they are looking for and how you should protect yourself. Source: Richard T. Wright, author of Burglars on the Job (https://amzn.to/3utSXmU) PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! PrizePicks is a skill-based, real-money Daily Fantasy Sports game. You pick 2-6 players and if they will go more or less than their PrizePicks projection. It's that simple! Go to https://prizepicks.com/sysk and use code sysk for a first deposit match up to $100 With HelloFresh, you get farm-fresh, pre-portioned ingredients and seasonal recipes delivered right to your doorstep. Go to https://HelloFresh.com/50something and use code 50something for 50% off plus free shipping! BetterHelp is truly the best way to make your brain your friend. Give it a try. Visit https://BetterHelp.com/Something today to get 10% off your first month! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Discussions about artificial intelligence tend to focus on its risks, but there is also excitement on the horizon. AI tools, like the models beneath ChatGPT, are being increasingly used by scientists for everything from finding new drugs and materials to predicting the shapes of proteins. Self-driving lab robots could take things even further towards making new discoveries. As it gets ever more useful, could AI change the scientific process altogether?Jane Dyson, structural biologist at the Scripps Research Institute in La Jolla, California, explains why Google DeepMind's AlphaFold tool is useful, but scientists should be aware of its limitations. This week, Google DeepMind released a new tool to unpick the link between genes and disease, as Pushmeet Kohli, head of the company's “AI for Science” team, explains. Also, Kunal Patel, one of our producers, meets Erik Bjurström, a researcher at Chalmers University of Technology and Ross King, a professor of Machine Intelligence at Chalmers University of Technology and at the University of Cambridge. They explain why self-driving lab robots could make research more efficient. Alok Jha, The Economist's science and technology editor hosts, with Abby Bertics, our science correspondent and Tom Standage, deputy editor. Sign up for Economist Podcasts+ now and get 50% off your subscription with our limited time offer: economist.com/podcastsplus-babbage. You will not be charged until Economist Podcasts+ launches.If you're already a subscriber to The Economist, you'll have full access to all our shows as part of your subscription.For more information about Economist Podcasts+, including how to get access, please visit our FAQs page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Discussions about artificial intelligence tend to focus on its risks, but there is also excitement on the horizon. AI tools, like the models beneath ChatGPT, are being increasingly used by scientists for everything from finding new drugs and materials to predicting the shapes of proteins. Self-driving lab robots could take things even further towards making new discoveries. As it gets ever more useful, could AI change the scientific process altogether?Jane Dyson, structural biologist at the Scripps Research Institute in La Jolla, California, explains why Google DeepMind's AlphaFold tool is useful, but scientists should be aware of its limitations. This week, Google DeepMind released a new tool to unpick the link between genes and disease, as Pushmeet Kohli, head of the company's “AI for Science” team, explains. Also, Kunal Patel, one of our producers, meets Erik Bjurström, a researcher at Chalmers University of Technology and Ross King, a professor of Machine Intelligence at Chalmers University of Technology and at the University of Cambridge. They explain why self-driving lab robots could make research more efficient. Alok Jha, The Economist's science and technology editor hosts, with Abby Bertics, our science correspondent and Tom Standage, deputy editor. Sign up for Economist Podcasts+ now and get 50% off your subscription with our limited time offer: economist.com/podcastsplus-babbage. You will not be charged until Economist Podcasts+ launches.If you're already a subscriber to The Economist, you'll have full access to all our shows as part of your subscription.For more information about Economist Podcasts+, including how to get access, please visit our FAQs page. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#Bestof2021: 1/2 The Future of Everything. Tom Standage @Economist (Original post November 2021) https://www.economist.com/the-world-ahead/2021/11/08/china-hopes-to-flaunt-the-merits-of-its-political-system-over-americas?utm_medium=pr&utm_source=inf-a 1912 A Deck of Titanic

#Bestof2021: 1/2 The Future of Everything. Tom Standage @Economist (Original post November 2021) https://www.economist.com/the-world-ahead/2021/11/08/china-hopes-to-flaunt-the-merits-of-its-political-system-over-americas?utm_medium=pr&utm_source=inf-a 1913 Gettysburg vets for the 5oth anniversary

A new era of technology brings about advancements that both thrill and concern society. Some see the oncoming innovations as the solution to our problems, others as the harbinger of the end, but one thing is certain: this isn't the first time. Whether it's the criticisms of social media, new vehicles meant to make communing easier, or industries disrupted by new technology, the present can look to and learn from the examples of the past. Tom Standage is the Deputy Editor at The Economist and the author of several books. His latest book, A Brief History of Motion: From the Wheel, to the Car, to What Comes Next, explores how personal vehicles have changed and shaped societies for millennia and continue to do so now with the onset of self-driving technology. Tom and Greg discuss how the present tech concerns echo panics of the past and the ways in which the discussion of self-driving vehicles today is following the discourse of other major shifts in society, like that from horses to vehicles. Tom gives a different take on the prevalence of smartphones and why it's wise to take with a grain of salt both the prophets and the doomsayers of new innovations.*unSILOed Podcast is produced by University FM.*Episode Quotes:Curating information for readers who want to save time22:02: The Economist has always got most of its revenue from subscriptions. We have quite a high subscription price. Because basically, we have people who don't have much time but have enough money. They pay us to save them time. And getting up to speed quickly on what's happening in the world is the service we provide to our readers. And they pay us money for that information directly. And there isn't an intermediary. There aren't tech platforms, advertisers, and clicks in the middle. But the other thing they're paying us to do is curate what's happened. Tell them what's important. And very often, that's something like, "Have you noticed what's happened to the economy of Venezuela?" That's not a very clickbaity subject, but you know, essentially, that responsibility we have to our readers, which is tell you what's important that you didn't know you needed to know about. You are never going to get that with a click-driven model.Can journalists see things that professional historians can't see?18:42: Journalism is structured very differently from history and from academia because it's not generally about learning more and more about a thing. It's generally being able to pick things up quickly. What's the problem with the click-driven model?32:33: The problem with a click-driven model is, firstly, it distorts those sorts of journalistic incentives. But then the other problem with it is that even if you can make a click-driven model work, you are mortgaging your future to the platform that is sending you the clicks.Can we fix misinformation?41:02: I think getting information in that direct way, directly from someone who you pay and who you trust, is something that we are likely to see more of, and swimming in the seas of misinformation is something we'll go and do sometimes, but we'll do it very aware.Show Links:Recommended Resources:Dangling ModifierPaul KrugmanFernand BraudelWhy 10 Year Plans are Wrong by Reid HoffmanGuest Profile:Professional Profile at The EconomistTom Standage on LinkedInTom Standage on TwitterHis Work:A Brief History of Motion: From the Wheel, to the Car, to What Comes NextA History of the World in 6 GlassesAn Edible History of HumanityThe Victorian Internet: The Remarkable Story of the Telegraph and the Nineteenth Century's On-line PioneersThe Mechanical Turk: The True Story of the Chess-playing Machine That Fooled the World Amazon Author Page for› Tom StandageArticles for The Globalist

May 11th, 1997. The eyes of the world are focused on a chessboard. It's the decisive game of one of the most highly anticipated chess matches of the 20th century. The reigning world champion, Garry Kasparov, is agitated, furrowing his brow and clutching his face while he considers his next move. His opponent—unphased by the pressure—hums loudly from a nearby room. Today, a legendary battle between arguably the greatest chess player that ever lived and a thinking machine. How does a computer master a very human game? And when they face off, who will come out on top? Special thanks to our guests: Bruce Pandolfini, veteran chess teacher, author, and consultant on the Netflix series The Queens Gambit; Tom Standage, historian and editor of The Economist series The World Ahead; Murray Campbell, A.I. research scientist at IBM and creator of Deep Blue; and Feng Hsiung Hsu, system architect of Deep Blue and author of Behind Deep Blue: Building the Computer that Defeated the World Chess Champion. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Since the launch of OpenAI's ChatGPT almost six months ago, little else has occupied the minds of technologists. Generative artificial intelligence—capable of producing media like text, images and audio in response to prompts—seems to be improving every day, with many technology companies developing and releasing their own competing systems.As the AI revolution accelerates, the technology is being used in ever more creative ways, companies are discovering its potential, causing unease among many content-creators and white-collar professionals, whose jobs seem to be at risk. The story of automation changing the world of work is not a new one. But the speed, the visibility and the hype surrounding generative AI can seem alarming. How worrying is it?The Economist's Abby Bertics and Arjun Ramani explain how large language models work, the risk posed by the technology—and what to do about it. Callum Williams, our senior economics writer, ponders the potential for economic disruption as generative AI enters the workplace. Plus, Tom Standage, The Economist's deputy editor explores the question of regulating this emerging technology without hindering innovation. Kenneth Cukier hosts.Listen to all of our coverage of the artificial intelligence revolution at economist.com/AI-pods. If you love Babbage, why not work with us? We're hiring for an Assistant Audio Producer to work on the show. Apply by May 15th. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Since the launch of OpenAI's ChatGPT almost six months ago, little else has occupied the minds of technologists. Generative artificial intelligence—capable of producing media like text, images and audio in response to prompts—seems to be improving every day, with many technology companies developing and releasing their own competing systems.As the AI revolution accelerates, the technology is being used in ever more creative ways, companies are discovering its potential, causing unease among many content-creators and white-collar professionals, whose jobs seem to be at risk. The story of automation changing the world of work is not a new one. But the speed, the visibility and the hype surrounding generative AI can seem alarming. How worrying is it?The Economist's Abby Bertics and Arjun Ramani explain how large language models work, the risk posed by the technology—and what to do about it. Callum Williams, our senior economics writer, ponders the potential for economic disruption as generative AI enters the workplace. Plus, Tom Standage, The Economist's deputy editor explores the question of regulating this emerging technology without hindering innovation. Kenneth Cukier hosts.Listen to all of our coverage of the artificial intelligence revolution at economist.com/AI-pods. If you love Babbage, why not work with us? We're hiring for an Assistant Audio Producer to work on the show. Apply by May 15th. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Get ready for the story of how the telegraph went from a long line of monks holding hands to a technology that straddled the earth. One which foreshadowed the internet in many strange ways, from online dating to fraud.Dallas's guest is Tom Standage, author of The Victorian Internet: The Remarkable Story of the Telegraph and the Nineteenth Century's On-Line Pioneers and deputy editor of The Economist magazine.With special thanks to Frances Grey for her wonderful acting.Edited by Stuart Beckwith, Produced by Freddy Chick, Senior Producer is Charlotte Long Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Photo: No known restrictions on publication. @Batchelorshow #Bestof2021:  Predictions of the world before the Ukraine War started and the pandemic ended. 2/2:The Future of Everything. Tom Standage @Economist https://www.economist.com/the-world-ahead/2021/11/08/china-hopes-to-flaunt-the-merits-of-its-political-system-over-americas?utm_medium=pr&utm_source=inf-a

Tom Standage has authored seven history books. His most recent one charts the history of the wheel to self-driving cars and everything in between. Whereas the wheel remains among the most important inventions of mankind, it took thousands of years before we found mass applications for it. In this podcast Tom motors along different eras while describing the invention's bumpy ride and how it has shaped our society. Today, how have smartphones inherited the legacy of the car? Why are these pocket-sized gadgets an "internet of motion" and "a ticket to mobility"? How is the "Netflix for cars" model working out for startups? Back in the day how did McDonald's learn from Ford? And why spending more money on a mattress may be more expedient than on a car? Listen to this and more from the deputy editor of The Economist who also plays the drums in his band, Sebastopol when he isn't writing.

There’s a new race to the moon underway between private firms offering cargo-carrying services. This is just the beginning of a new age of space commercialization, says The Economist’s Tom Standage. The Securities and Exchange Commission is issuing new rules that tighten the window companies have to execute stock trades, which comes in response to the 2021 GameStop trading fiasco. And, natural gas firms, flush with profits, cut back hedging last year.

There’s a new race to the moon underway between private firms offering cargo-carrying services. This is just the beginning of a new age of space commercialization, says The Economist’s Tom Standage. The Securities and Exchange Commission is issuing new rules that tighten the window companies have to execute stock trades, which comes in response to the 2021 GameStop trading fiasco. And, natural gas firms, flush with profits, cut back hedging last year.

Three firms are racing to become the first private company to land on the Moon. The potential commercial opportunities range from mining lunar resources to establishing a human base with communications infrastructure. But the commercialisation of the Moon raises tricky questions about who owns Earth's closest neighbour.Steve Altemus, CEO of Intuitive Machines, explains what he hopes his company's missions will achieve, while Ian Jones of Goonhilly Earth Station describes how the blossoming private space sector is boosting the economy. And Dhara Patel, an expert at Britain's National Space Centre, explores how the international community has attempted to govern space. Alok Jha hosts with Tom Standage, The Economist's deputy editor.For full access to The Economist's print, digital and audio editions subscribe at economist.com/podcastoffer and sign up for our weekly science newsletter at economist.com/simplyscience. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Three firms are racing to become the first private company to land on the Moon. The potential commercial opportunities range from mining lunar resources to establishing a human base with communications infrastructure. But the commercialisation of the Moon raises tricky questions about who owns Earth's closest neighbour.Steve Altemus, CEO of Intuitive Machines, explains what he hopes his company's missions will achieve, while Ian Jones of Goonhilly Earth Station describes how the blossoming private space sector is boosting the economy. And Dhara Patel, an expert at Britain's National Space Centre, explores how the international community has attempted to govern space. Alok Jha hosts with Tom Standage, The Economist's deputy editor.For full access to The Economist's print, digital and audio editions subscribe at economist.com/podcastoffer and sign up for our weekly science newsletter at economist.com/simplyscience. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We turn the spotlight on forecasting itself, and look back on the predictions we made for 2022. How accurate were we? How do “superforecasters” look into the future? And how can forecasters account for irrational world leaders when predicting major events? Charlotte Howard, The Economist's executive editor, talks to Tom Standage, editor of The World Ahead, and Warren Hatch, the CEO of Good Judgement, a “superforecasting” platform and partner of The Economist.Please subscribe to The Economist for full access to print, digital and audio editions:www.economist.com/podcastoffer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We turn the spotlight on forecasting itself, and look back on the predictions we made for 2022. How accurate were we? How do “superforecasters” look into the future? And how can forecasters account for irrational world leaders when predicting major events? Charlotte Howard, The Economist's executive editor, talks to Tom Standage, editor of The World Ahead, and Warren Hatch, the CEO of Good Judgement, a “superforecasting” platform and partner of The Economist.Please subscribe to The Economist for full access to print, digital and audio editions:www.economist.com/podcastoffer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to 2023. Every year, The Economist brings together policy makers, thought leaders and correspondents from around the world with predictions about what issues we'll confront in 2023 that we need to prepare for today for a special edition of the magazine. The issues include a looming recession, more climate catastrophes and what happens in China now that the Zero Covid Policy is over. We'll talk to the editor of "The World Ahead in 2023", Tom Standage.

Where is American politics heading in 2023? Alexandra Suich Bass, The Economist's senior correspondent for politics, technology and society, and our Lexington columnist, James Bennet, look outside Washington, DC, to the four mega-states to take the political temperature. Will divided government and razor-thin majorities cause politics to grind to a halt in the coming year? And will the presidential election of 2024 be a re-run of 2020? Tom Standage hosts.Please subscribe to The Economist for full access to print, digital and audio editions:www.economist.com/podcastoffer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Where is American politics heading in 2023? Alexandra Suich Bass, The Economist's senior correspondent for politics, technology and society, and our Lexington columnist, James Bennet, look outside Washington, DC, to the four mega-states to take the political temperature. Will divided government and razor-thin majorities cause politics to grind to a halt in the coming year? And will the presidential election of 2024 be a re-run of 2020? Tom Standage hosts.Please subscribe to The Economist for full access to print, digital and audio editions:www.economist.com/podcastoffer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If 2023 is anything like its predecessor, this year will be full of transformative events that change the trajectory of climate action across the globe. So what might happen this year that ends up defining our transition to clean energy transition and climate fight in 2023? To help us answer this question, this week we feature a conversation with Tom Standage, Editor of The Economist's The World Ahead 2023. Tom also serves as Deputy Editor of The Economist and is the author of several books, including most recently “A Brief History of Motion."  In this wide-ranging conversation, we discuss how the war in Ukraine will continue to be a major driver of international change, both in the energy sector and beyond. We also talk about the future of democracy across the globe, inflation and recessions, how the perception of tech leaders is changing, and why Tom is optimistic about the future of climate action.  Check out the full The World Ahead 2023 as well as Tom's editor note here. Subscribe to our Substack newsletter "The Climate Weekly" As always, follow us @climatepod on Twitter and email us at theclimatepod@gmail.com. Our music is "Gotta Get Up" by The Passion Hifi, check out his music at thepassionhifi.com. Rate, review and subscribe to this podcast on iTunes, Spotify, Stitcher, and more! Subscribe to our new YouTube channel! Join our Facebook group.

When it comes to demographic shifts, 2023 is going to be a big year. India will overtake China to become the world's most populous country in 2023—and China's population will start to shrink. What are the pros and cons of growing and shrinking populations, and what can governments do in response? Tom Standage asks Brooke Unger, The Economist's international correspondent, and Lena Schipper, South Asia bureau chiefPlease subscribe to The Economist for full access to print, digital and audio editions:www.economist.com/podcastoffer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When it comes to demographic shifts, 2023 is going to be a big year. India will overtake China to become the world's most populous country in 2023—and China's population will start to shrink. What are the pros and cons of growing and shrinking populations, and what can governments do in response? Tom Standage asks Brooke Unger, The Economist's international correspondent, and Lena Schipper, South Asia bureau chiefPlease subscribe to The Economist for full access to print, digital and audio editions:www.economist.com/podcastoffer Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

As we begin 2023, it's time to look into our crystal balls and anticipate what the coming year will bring. Tom Standage is an editor at The Economist, and he joins host Krys Boyd to discuss the top 10 issues the magazine predicts will make the biggest headlines this year, from Ukraine and China to inflation to what might be a bright spot in combating climate change. The series of articles is “The World Ahead.”

First: The GOP can't seem to get their House in order. Between a fight over who should be Speaker, and a congressman elect's sketchy past, the 118th Congress got off to a rocky start. We'll break it down.  Next: We've got the context on the other major stories from the week – including an update on Buffalo Bills' safety Damar Hamlin and a major change for abortion pill access. Plus the latest on the atmospheric river turning the West Coast…into a literal river.  Then: Every year, The Economist releases an issue filled with their biggest predictions for 2023. We sat down with its deputy editor to get an inside look on what to expect from 2023. And PS: it's not all bad news.  Finally: We're taking a look at one New Year's resolution we can all get behind: being happier. We're asking an expert to tell us four small changes we can make to actually feel happier.  On this episode, you'll hear from:  Tom Standage, Deputy Editor, The Economist Dr. Marisa Franco, Psychologist, Professor at the University of Maryland Want more Skimm?  Sign up for our free daily newsletter Email us your questions about what's going on in the news right now  Subscribe and leave us a review wherever you get your podcasts Skimm'd by Alex Carr, Will Livingston, and Blake Lew-Merwin. We had additional help from Alaisha Key. Engineered by Elie McAfee-Hahn and Andrew Callaway. TheSkimm's head of audio is Graelyn Brashear.

【本集節目由天下雜誌贊助】 面對 2023 年，全球經濟與政治雙逆風，政府、企業、個人如何面對挑戰，視危機為轉機。在地緣政治角力戰中，全球化反挫，台灣該走向何處？ 「2023 天下經濟論壇」邀請世界級講者，其中包含《經濟學人》全球大趨勢總編輯湯姆 斯丹迪奇 (Tom Standage)解析 2023 全球政治、經濟和產業趨勢，提前預測，提供企業和各產業領袖，面對明年跳戰的解方。超過 1,000 位各界精英領袖和企業與會，將帶入更多全球最佳案例，一起駕馭逆風，刷新未來。 面對未來經濟最權威的一場，結帳時輸入專屬折扣碼「MANNYCWEF」就可以現折 1,000 元！ 報名連結: https://reurl.cc/064KE6 - 【本集大綱】 (00:00) 人事已非 & 見證真愛 (13:44) 充滿永久危機的未來 (35:00) Rewind：人生搜尋引擎 - 【參考資料】 Rewind Demo - 【關於曼報】 合作來信：manny @ manny-li.com 電子報：https://manny-li.com FB：manny yh li IG：@manny_li Powered by Firstory Hosting

Photo: No known restrictions on publication. @Batchelorshow 1/2: One year later, Xi in retreat, #PRC property in recession, and NATO declares Beijing to be hostile power:   1/2 The Future of Everything. Tom Standage @Economist(Originally posted November 29, 2021) https://www.economist.com/the-world-ahead/2021/11/08/china-hopes-to-flaunt-the-merits-of-its-political-system-over-americas?utm_medium=pr&utm_source=inf-a

Photo: No known restrictions on publication. @Batchelorshow 1/2: One year later, Xi in retreat, #PRC property in recession, and NATO declares Beijing to be hostile power:   1/2 The Future of Everything. Tom Standage @Economist(Originally posted November 29, 2021) https://www.economist.com/the-world-ahead/2021/11/08/china-hopes-to-flaunt-the-merits-of-its-political-system-over-americas?utm_medium=pr&utm_source=inf-a

Who doesn't love a barbecue? Still, there are some dangers with outdoor cooking. For instance, when was the last time you really cleaned your grill? If you think the fire burns off all the gunk, think again. I begin this episode by discussing this and other potential problems with cooking outdoors.  http://www.menshealth.com/health/5-cookout-mistakes-that-make-you-sick Did you know carrots were not originally orange? Or that expensive weddings are a bad idea? Were you aware that the Mediterranean Sea will disappear one day? This is just some of the fascinating knowledge I discuss with Tom Standage, Deputy Editor of The Economist and editor of the book Uncommon Knowledge (https://amzn.to/2DFoeNA). He joins me to explain why kids' summer vacations are too long, what Interpol really is and who owns all the material in outer space – as well as a bunch of other interesting facts.  I bet most people probably believe that moderate drinking is actually healthy. However, that may be a big overstatement. There is some research I discuss that questions the validity of that idea and why there is a flaw in the theory that a glass of wine is good for you. http://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-4529928/A-glass-red-wine-NOT-good-heart.html Weren't we supposed to be headed towards a paperless society? Look in many offices and homes and that doesn't really seem to be happening. In fact, a lot of us have more documents, forms, certificates, letters and memos than ever. If you have cabinets, drawers and boxes full of papers, you need to listen to Lisa Woodruff. She is founder of Organize365 (www.organize365.com) which helps people tame all the paper in their lives and she is author of the book The Paper Solution: What to Shred, What to Save, and How to Stop It From Taking Over Your Life (https://amzn.to/3gIojyE). PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS! We really like The Jordan Harbinger Show! Check out https://jordanharbinger.com/start OR search for it on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen!  Start hiring NOW with a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to upgrade your job post at https://Indeed.com/SOMETHING  Offer good for a limited time. With Bambee get access to your own dedicated HR Manager starting at just $99 per month! Visit https://Bambee.com/something right now.  Helix Sleep is offering up to $200 off all mattress orders AND two free pillows for our listeners at https://helixsleep.com/sysk.  Go to Amazon and search for Conair Turbo Extreme to get your 2-in-1 steam and iron steamer today! Go to https://Shopify.com/sysk for a FREE fourteen-day trial and get full access to Shopify's entire suite of features! The magic is waiting! Download Harry Potter: Puzzles & Spells, for free, from the iOS App Store or Google Play today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this week's Tech Nation, from the bumpy history of the chariot to how smartphones are essential equipment for transportation in the future. Economist deputy editor Tom Standage talks about “A Brief History of Motion: From the Wheel, to the Car, to What Comes Next”. Then Dr. Jim Brown, the CEO of DURECT, describes their first Phase 2 clinical trials for Alcoholic Hepatitis, known as AH. And a look at what comes next for their approach to regenerative medicine.