Brain Snacks
Need a smart bite in a short time? Brain Snacks delivers quick, clear, and curiosity-satisfying lessons on topics that matter. Each episode breaks down complex ideas into easy, digestible explanations — all in under 10 minutes. No fluff. No jargon. Just brain food you can snack on anytime. Whether you’re walking the dog, making coffee, or between meetings, learn something new — simply.
Episodes
Semiconductors power everything from smartphones to fighter jets — but what exactly are they? In this episode, we break down how chips work, who makes them, and why they’ve become one of the world’s most strategic technologies.
Buying a home in America has never felt harder. Prices are high, mortgage rates are up, and even renting can feel out of reach. In this episode of Brain Snacks, we break down why housing is so expensive — from zoning laws and the disappearance of starter homes to interest rates, rising insurance premiums, and property taxes. We also explore the policies and ideas that could help fix it. Whether you rent, own, or just want to unders...
What if we could cure disease by editing our DNA like a Word document? In this episode of Brain Snacks, we break down how CRISPR works, what it can do, the challenges it faces, and how it’s shaping the future of medicine, agriculture, and bioengineering — explained simply.
What is cryptocurrency, really—and why does it matter? In this episode, we break down how crypto works, why it was created, and how it's being used today—from cross-border payments to financial access and decentralized finance. We explore the differences between Bitcoin, Ethereum, and stablecoins, highlight the risks to banks and governments, and explain why crypto is challenging the very idea of money itself—all in plain English.
How did America end up with a diet full of ultra-processed food? This episode traces the surprising history of our food system — and the small but growing movement trying to fix it.
Private equity firms are increasingly selling their best companies… to themselves. In this episode, we unpack the rise of single-asset continuation vehicles — how they work, why they’re growing fast, and what LPs need to know before saying yes.
We break down the massive 2025 law reshaping taxes, social programs, defense, and the national debt — in plain English.
Ozempic and similar drugs are changing more than waistlines—they’re disrupting medicine, food, and finance. Here’s how GLP-1s work and why they might reshape the future of health.
AI is everywhere — but how did we get here, how does it work, and where is it going next? This episode breaks it down simply, from the history to the hype.
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