Adrienne LaFrance

Adrienne LaFrance, executive editor of The Atlantic and expert on political violence, delves into America's escalating crisis of political violence. She discusses the alarming wave of recent assassinations and the media's role in reporting these events. LaFrance emphasizes the challenges of discerning truth amidst misinformation and analyzes how ideology influences acts of violence. She advocates for individual agency, civil discourse, and the need to bridge societal divides to foster peace and harmony in an increasingly fractured political landscape.

Adrienne LaFrance, Executive Editor at The Atlantic, explores the ramifications of the Jeffrey Epstein scandal on MAGA's loyalty to Trump. She discusses how conspiracy theories are rooted in anti-establishment sentiments. Ruchir Sharma, Chairman of Rockefeller International, dives into signs of an AI bubble, identifying overvaluation and economic risks. He predicts mixed outcomes for people if the bubble bursts. The conversation touches on the fragility of public trust in AI and what might trigger a market downturn.

Isaac Stanley-Becker, a national security writer, and Adrienne LaFrance, executive editor at The Atlantic, dive into the recently released Epstein files. They discuss the political ramifications of the heavily redacted documents, the disturbing insights into abuse, and the societal tolerance of powerful men. The duo reflects on how document dumps ignite conspiracy theories and explore the implications for public trust and political fallout. Their discussion highlights how initial reactions reveal deeper societal fatigue with scandal, leaving questions about accountability.

Adrienne LaFrance, writer for The Atlantic, joins the hosts to discuss E. Jean Carroll's $83.3 million win against Donald J. Trump, the history of Israel and Palestine, and the rise of techno-authoritarianism in Silicon Valley.

Guests Anne Applebaum and Adrienne LaFrance discuss the history and implications of political violence in America, reflecting on recent events like a shooting at a Trump rally and the January 6th insurrection. They explore the normalization of violence, the impact on democracy, and the need to focus on concrete issues rather than identity clashes to prevent further escalations.