Morning Wire Evening Wire: PA Plant Explosion & UFC’s Historic Deal | 8.11.25
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Aug 11, 2025 A catastrophic explosion at a Pennsylvania steel plant sparks intense rescue efforts and air quality concerns. Discussions unfold about federal control in D.C. to tackle rising crime, coupled with an update on the Ghislaine Maxwell case. Texas faces political turmoil over a new AI chip revenue-sharing agreement. A heart-wrenching murder case highlights the impact on families, while the UFC announces a game-changing broadcast deal. The episode also dives into cultural backlash and the nostalgic farewell to dial-up internet.
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Answer The Call Introduction
- John Bickley frames Answer the Call as a listener Q&A about deep life questions.
- He says these are questions that take cultures thousands of years to answer.
Pennsylvania Steel Plant Explosion
- A steel plant explosion killed at least one and left others injured.
- Officials urged residents to shelter indoors over possible air quality hazards.
Trump Federalizes D.C. Police
- President Trump placed the D.C. Metropolitan Police under federal control and deployed the National Guard.
- He framed the move as restoring law and order after rising violent crime.