Rebecca Jennings, a senior correspondent at Vox, and Constance Grady, an author and Vox reader, dive into the fascinating dynamics of the 2024 presidential race. They discuss the surprising influence of young male voters, known as 'bros,' and their shift toward conservative candidates. Women's reactions to this political shift are also explored, highlighting some choosing to 'swear off men' as a protest. The discourse on evolving gender roles touches on how these trends echo through social media, revealing a complex, intertwined socio-political landscape.

Vox senior correspondent Constance Grady explores the shady world of online self-publishing, discussing AI-generated books flooding platforms like Kindle, deceptive tactics used to profit, and the challenges of combating low-quality content. The episode sheds light on the unethical practices of book creation schemes and the broader implications for authors and buyers.

Constance Grady, a cultural commentator from Vox, joins SNL host Sydney Sweeney, best known for her viral sketches. They dive into how conservative movements are embracing femininity, showcasing young women as icons against 'wokeness.' The conversation reveals the contradictions within conservative ideals and the unexpected acceptance of raunch culture. They also discuss the evolving narrative of feminism in pop culture, influenced by movements like Me Too, creating a complex landscape of gender politics today.

A New York jury awarded $5 million to journalist E. Jean Carroll, whose civil suit against the former president alleged sexual battery and defamation. Vox’s Constance Grady explains.This episode was produced by Siona Peterous and Avishay Artsy, edited by Matt Collette, fact-checked by Laura Bullard with help from Amanda Lewellyn and Amina Al-Sadi, engineered by Michael Raphael, and hosted by Noel King.Transcript at vox.com/todayexplainedSupport Today, Explained by making a financial contribution to Vox! bit.ly/givepodcasts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Washington Post reporter Emily Rauhala discusses fears of a Trump victory and NATO's support for Ukraine. Vox's Constance Grady reveals a family secret about Nobel Prize-winning author Alice Munro. Show also covers breakthrough lupus research.