
Molly Roberts
Columnist at The Washington Post. Host of the Impromptu podcast.
Best podcasts with Molly Roberts
Ranked by the Snipd community

11 snips
Dec 17, 2024 • 23min
Luigi Mangione's motives — and ours
Molly Roberts, an Opinion writer at The Washington Post, and Matt Bai, a contributing columnist, delve into the shocking murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. They discuss the disturbing rising anger over healthcare costs and the normalization of violence in America. The duo explores how media narratives shape public perception, contrasting the identities of victims and perpetrators. They also examine the implications of individuals taking justice into their own hands, revealing a complex interplay of societal frustrations and digital-age storytelling.

Oct 22, 2024 • 21min
To tip or not to tip? That is now the question. Everywhere.
Heather Long, an Economy columnist at The Washington Post, and Molly Roberts, an editorial writer and columnist, dive into the murky waters of America's tipping culture. They discuss the pressure consumers face with preset tips and how this complicates the wage structure for service workers. The conversation also explores global tipping practices and political implications of tipping taxation. With a humorous critique of the absurdities in tipping, they advocate for clearer compensation systems to support service workers more fairly.