America, China, and the Tech Cold War with Chris Miller
Summary
Jon Stewart discusses his final appearance on The Late Show before interviewing Professor Chris Miller about the geopolitical stakes of the semiconductor industry. They explore Taiwan’s critical role in chip manufacturing, the US reliance on Chinese rare earth materials, and the strategic vulnerabilities exposed by recent trade tensions. The conversation highlights the complex global supply chain involving Japanese and Dutch technology, emphasizing the urgent need for American industrial resilience against China’s growing military and economic influence.
Topics discussed
Intro and NPR Up First segment
Jon Stewart's final Late Show appearance
Chris Miller on Taiwan's chip dominance
Geopolitics: China, Taiwan, and US policy
How chips are made: Design vs Manufacturing
Rare earths and the global supply chain
China's industrial policy and market leverage
Strategies for US resilience and alliances
Critique of Trump's trade and tariff policies
Global alliances: NATO, Russia, and China
Conclusion of interview with Chris Miller
Ad reads and post-interview banter
Trump's corruption and the 'smash and grab'
Outro, credits, and final jokes
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