Today, we’re talking earthquakes! First, our East Coast-based hosts react to the shaking on their side of the country. Then, we’ll examine how earthquake preparedness in Taiwan saved lives and prevented a big problem for the global tech economy. Later, we’ll weigh in on restoring blue check marks on X, New York earthquake memes and solar eclipse tourism in a round of Half Full/Half Empty!
Here’s everything we talked about today:




“Taiwan’s earthquake preparedness saved a lot of lives — and prevented a catastrophe for the global tech economy” from Vox







“It’s not just you. Here’s why pollen allergies are worse than ever” from CNN







“FDA to Drop Ban on Sperm Donations From Gay and Bisexual Men” from The Wall Street Journal







“America has a Black sperm donor shortage. Black women are paying the price.” from The Washington Post







“Elon Musk’s X restores free blue check marks. Here’s what it means.” from The Washington Post







“Why demand for jeans persists across the decades” from Marketplace







“Why multigenerational households are making a comeback in a big way” from Marketplace







“X becomes ‘earthquake Twitter’ as users flood site with memes and jokes” from NBC News







“How much are you spending for the eclipse? Here’s what Americans are saying” from Fox 10 Phoenix







“Countdown to the total solar eclipse: How it will unfold, play by play” from The Washington Post





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