Some really weird shit you didn't know about taxes

Why are taxes the secret weapon in so many science fiction and fantasy stories? And why the heck do archaeologists measure the complexity of ancient civilizations partly by looking at their taxation policies? We talk about all this and more, as we recover from tax season. Plus, later in the episode, contributing host Alan Henry will tell us how to survive the harsh new workplace conditions of 2025, particularly if you are a marginalized person. Shownotes:

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Some really weird shit you didn't know about taxes is an episode from Our Opinions Are Correct by Annalee Newitz.

This episode is 41:56 long.

This episode was published on Apr 17, 2025.

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