Noel King, the host of Vox's Daily News Podcast, co-hosts this lively discussion, diving into the latest global market trends and NASA's collaboration with SpaceX. They explore the political implications of Tim Walz joining the Democratic ticket and speculate on GOP strategies against him. The conversation heats up around X's federal antitrust lawsuit against advertisers, blending politics with media influence. Fun predictions are made about who might play Walz on SNL, emphasizing the intersection of pop culture and politics.

Noel King, co-host of Vox's Today Explained podcast, dives into the intriguing degrowth movement, which challenges traditional economic growth metrics. She discusses why this alternative approach is gaining traction amidst rising discontent with capitalism. The conversation explores how prioritizing well-being and sustainability can redefine economic systems, critiques the obsession with GDP, and connects this movement to societal concerns about inequality. King also reflects on the tension between personal finance and the principles of degrowth, highlighting a shift in values toward community and fulfillment.

A group of evangelical Christians raised their children to become influential in the White House, on Capitol Hill, and in the Supreme Court. Now, as adults, the "Joshua generation" are reckoning with their upbringing.This episode was produced by Victoria Chamberlin with help from Siona Peterous, edited by Amina Al-Sadi, fact-checked by Laura Bullard, engineered by Patrick Boyd, 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

Eugene Daniels, a White House correspondent for Politico, and Noel King, co-host of Vox’s Today Explained, join political strategist Sarah Longwell and independent journalist V Spehar to unpack the recent Democratic National Convention. They discuss the event's star-studded atmosphere and its key messages for the Harris/Walz campaign. The panel also explores voter engagement strategies, the influence of content creators, and the implications of RFK Jr.'s endorsement for swing states, all while addressing the evolving dynamics within American politics.

Journalist and co-host of ‘Today, Explained’ podcast, Noel King, joins Larry to discuss their new special series on capitalism. They explore political divisions in economic philosophy, America's changing views on democracy and capitalism, the shareholder mentality, rise in property and education costs, and the future of capitalism.