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I guest host an NYT podcast with Michael Kratsios, Trump science advisor

Technology
United States
Started October 24, 2026

Here is the audio, video, and transcript. Here is one excerpt: Cowen: Talk me out of this worry: So we agree science is an ecosystem, and there’s always a temptation to want to fund the most dynamic, most productive parts of the ecosystem. And right now, that would probably be A.I. But if you need […] The post I guest host an NYT podcast with Michael Kratsios, Trump science advisor appeared first on Marginal REVOLUTION. Related StoriesWill bystander economies be able to finance their governme...

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Michael Kratsios' role as a science advisor under Trump has significantly influenced the direction of U.S. science policy.
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Science should not be politicized, and discussions must remain focused on empirical evidence and research integrity.
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Guest hosting a podcast with a controversial figure like Michael Kratsios can alienate certain audiences.
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Science funding decisions should prioritize transparency and public engagement to build trust in the scientific process.
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The scientific community should actively engage in dialogues that include diverse political perspectives to foster understanding.
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Funding should be diversified across various scientific fields, not just concentrated on AI.
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Guest hosting an NYT podcast raises the profile of important science topics in a politically charged environment.
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The podcast provides a valuable platform for discussing the implications of political decisions on scientific research.
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Public trust in science is eroded when science advisors are perceived as politically biased.
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Public discussions about science funding must address both immediate technological needs and long-term scientific diversity.
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