Derek Thompson

What Austin, TX can teach other cities about creating affordable housing.

Before the industrial revolution, some people slept in two phases. Sleep hackers today claim that this approach to slumber can remedy restlessness. It isn't that straightforward.

The varied reasons people are resisting the shot.

The economy isn't going back to normal. Where is it going?

"We actually feel forced out," said a caller.

Atlantic staff writer Derek Thompson on the decreasing birth rates in America's cities. 

Atlantic senior editor Derek Thompson joins on his book "Hit Makers: The Science of Popularity in the Age of Distraction," in which he looks at the psychology of why we like what we like

For centuries, experts have predicted that machines would replace workers, and work as we know it would disappear. Has that time come? 

It’s getting even tougher to make money in the music industry as streaming becomes more popular. Why buy when you can rent, sometimes even for free?

If the NFL’s latest troubles with domestic violence succeed in alienating women—a growing portion of its fan base—some industry observers think it could collapse. 

Cities with the smallest amount of cars tend to have more educated populations. The Atlantic's Derek Thompson on what the cities with the fewest cars tell us about driving and density.

As the internet economy emerged, many companies zeroed in on niche groups of consumers to stay in business. ESPN, however, made big money bets on huge sports. Bob talks with the Atlantic's Derek Thompson about how that bet paid off handsomely and about Fox Sports 1 - a new competitor in the cable sports market. 

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For some music fans, a live show is the ultimate way to experience their favorite artist. Others prefer to stay home. Derek Thompson, senior editor at The Atlantic join us to explain why he loves music – but would rather listen alone….And J. Edward Keyes, editor-in-chief of eMusic, explains why he couldn’t imagine life without live shows.