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Hello and welcome to the Intelligence on Economist Radio.

I'm your host, Jason Palmer.

Every weekday, we provide a fresh perspective on the events shaping your world.

One of the most persistent inequalities in America isn't just about income or education,

but life itself.

White people live longer than black people.

But these days, that disparity is as small as it's ever been.

We look into why.

And have you heard about that amazing new movie with a mind-blowing twist at the end?

Let me tell you about it.

Don't worry, I wouldn't do that.

We examine why there's so much hype around spoilers.

First up, though.

Throughout America's history, there have been some years that simply rolled into the next

without much notice or fanfare.

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