Archive - A Billion to One

Go See Bugonia This Weekend

I can't stop thinking about this movie. (Plus, my latest NPR interview.)

Oct 30 •

This Woman Could Play a Key Role in a JD Vance Administration

Through writing, investing, and memes, Katherine Boyle is hoping she can conjure a new America that looks a lot like the old one.

Oct 19 •

The Breeding Edge

The .0001% is making designer babies. Why should you care?

Oct 16 •

September 2025

My Night With the New Right

ICE raids, Botox, and magic.

Sep 6 •

August 2025

Join me today on WIRED's "Back to School in the Age of AI" livestream

On microschools, privatization, and the fencing off of the elite.

Aug 28 •

"Have You Considered Starting a Substack?"

On individuals versus institutions, and posting versus print.

Aug 25 •

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