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Check out the inaugural edition of the #WonderNewsroom below where we ask & answer the most pressing questions about #Recessions. bit.ly/3nqC2z3 7/7

Join us Tues for a workshop on asking better questions - in life, at work, & when using AI! Bring Qs you've always wanted better answers to; leave with actionable tips & tricks to start using immediately. Part of LA #TechWeek @a16z @techweek_ Register at lu.ma/aocf2z7i

@jkakar @hillelogram @justpw Hi @hillelogram, this is indeed our bread and butter! I just sent one of your Qs to our analysts for scoping & we'll send over a report on the house. in the interim, you can check us out at askwonder.com. Stay Curious🤓 –W

@hillelogram @justpw’s company @AskWonder provides Research-as-a-Service. It sounds like exactly what you’re looking for.

What's the best way to pay money to get random questions answered? "Questions" is deliberately stretchy, and includes everything from "What vitamins are good for bone health" to "How was the Pokemon Blue missingno glitch discovered?"

While some see #overpopulation as a major issue, it pales in comparison to our next big existential threat– and it's not #climatechange. Our population is AGING, and doing so at an unsustainable rate--> @askwonder/earth-hit-8-billion-is-overpopulation-a-myth-or-a-real-issue-4c982b45bc8c" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">medium.com/@askwonder/ear…

As of today, Earth's human population is projected to have crossed the 8 Billion mark. @UN projects that it will take 15 more years to cross 9 billion (2037), and 21 more years to reach 10 billion (2058). Should we be concerned about overpopulation? --> bit.ly/3O8Yf1a

What is the overall sentiment toward the monarchy?👑 #AskWonder While declining amongst younger people, a recent @YouGov poll shows that 62% of Britons want Britain to remain a monarchy w/ 22% believing the UK should become a republic. Read more here--> bit.ly/3DBSvtC

How many people did Queen Elizabeth II knight during her reign? #AskWonder There are currently about 3,000 knights and dames in the UK. 👑 Recent honorees include @Adele, F-1 driver @LewisHamilton, and former PM Tony Blair. Read the full report here--> bit.ly/3DCtTRx

#QueenElizabethII passing on Sept 8th at the age of 96, after 70 years, 7 months, and 2 days makes her the longest reigning British Monarch of all time. The Queen is also one of the longest reigning rulers in history outside of Britain too, Second only to Louis XIV (1643-1715).

Did you watch the #QueensFuneral this morning? 👑 Last week, we sourced questions on the #QueenElizabethII, #TheQueue, and the history of the Monarchy for over 50 hours of research requests. Check it our Royal Treatment here––> bit.ly/3DSGsIH

What are the preferences & viewing habits of streaming consumers? #AskWonder US consumers are more likely compared to other countries to binge-watch competition reality shows (17%) & content related to food, travel, home & garden (12%). Read more––> bit.ly/3wAbv7h

Why do we like to binge-watch TV shows? #AskWonder  73% of participants in a @Netflix survey reported positive feelings from binge-watching. Similarly, 80% of adults see binge-watching as relaxing. #StreamingWars Read more––> bit.ly/3dYCyCR

How have professional sports changed with the growth of streaming? #AskWonder According to @WSJ, sports leagues are witnessing a📉 in viewership, especially from Gen-Z, who prefer digital content & don't place importance on watching LIVE. Read more––> bit.ly/3AzWUKe

How do streamers personalize content? #AskWonder @netflix performs 250 A/B tests per year on 100K random customers for testing to improve its #algorithm (see: landing cards)– even consulting w/ film & TV experts. Read more here --> bit.ly/3KuqcP3 #StreamingWars

How did the COVID-19 lockdowns impact subscriber numbers? #AskWonder As of Aug 2020, the collective time spent watching TV in the US rose to 25%. In an Oct 2020 @Deloitte poll, 76% had at least one streaming service, up 21% from 2018. Read more here --> bit.ly/3PXzt3u

How has #cordcutting impacted local sports channels? @ESPN has lost close to 10% of its subscribers because of the same. @FS1, the @GolfChannel and @FOXSports have witnessed 5%-12% 📉 drops in viewership as well. #AskWonder Read it here ––> bit.ly/3pRig0U

For the first time in the US, #Streaming (34.8%) has surpassed cable (34.4%) With the #StreamingWars back in full swing, we answered your questions about Hollywood's costly clash for your attention span. So let's dive in! 📺 #AskWonder Read it here ––> bit.ly/3dYwxGh

The latest edition of the #WonderNewsroom is LIVE! We take you inside the @WhiteHouse to answer Qs from clients & friends on all things #POTUS– the most coveted #WFH job in America. So let's dive in! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸 #AskWonder Read it here ––> bit.ly/3QUYaO

In comparison, the average wild shark lives to be 20–30 years. The longest-living terrestrial vertebrate? Jonathan the Seychelles tortoise 🐢 will celebrate his 190th birthday this year at his home on the Island of St. Helena 🎂 More here––> bit.ly/3zXTFw5

What is the longest living vertebrate alive on Earth today? #AskWonder Living anywhere between 272 & 512 years, Greenland Sharks 🦈 are both the longest living vertebrates and the second largest carnivorous sharks on earth. #SharkWeek Read more––> bit.ly/3zXTFw5

The latest edition of the #WonderNewsroom is LIVE! During @Discovery's #SharkWeek, we sourced Qs from clients & friends on all things SHARKS– Earth's most misunderstood predators. So let's dive in! 🦈 🦈 🦈 #AskWonder Read it here ––> bit.ly/3QeIt57

Research shows consuming small amounts of LSD decreases pain perception–like opiates–while not being addictive. in 2020, the @NFL largely reduced penalties for marijuana use, which could open the door for other alternative medicines. (2/2) More here --> bit.ly/3vWwIIl

THREAD: What is the relationship between professional sports and the use of psychedelics? #AskWonder A 2020 @NIH study found 4.4%-4.7% of elite athletes are consuming opioids at any given time– In just the #NFL the usage skyrockets to 53% over the course of a career. (1/2)