Exploring the clash between baseball fans and a billionaire owner in Oakland, fan resistance against team relocations, the debate over public funding for stadiums, and the proposed Moneyball Act for sports team financial support.

Wall Street Journal restaurant reporter Heather Haddon discusses Red Lobster's financial woes due to a failed shrimp promotion. The episode explores challenges in casual dining, the impact of economic conditions on consumer spending, and the struggles of restaurant chains in attracting customers and staying profitable.

Diving into the AI hype, the podcast explores Google's AI summaries in search results and advancements in voice-enabled chatbots. It also delves into AI risks and security compliance, analyzes Michael Cohen's testimony, and navigates the reality of AI technology in medical diagnoses and data collection.

Politico cannabis policy reporter Natalie Fertig discusses the federal government's move to reclassify marijuana. They explore the implications for drug policy, challenges of illegal markets, disparities in the cannabis industry, and President Biden's stance on legalization.

The podcast discusses why $60 billion of tax money isn't helping Ukraine much, Secretary of State Blinken's visit, challenges faced by displaced Ukrainians, escalation of threats between the West and Russia, Western countries pledging fighter jets to Ukraine, and the urgent need for equipment delivery for Ukraine's defense.

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.

Exploring the rare emergence of cicadas every 13 or 17 years, impacting ecosystems and bird populations. Discover the fascinating interaction between zombie cicadas and ants, and the effects on trees and forest ecosystems.

Exploring the hush money trial revealing Trump's ecosystem, insights from key witnesses like Michael Cohen, Trump's courtroom behavior, legal ramifications of a gag order, Trump's aggressive tactics on Truth Social, and insights into his governance style from his platform activities.

Exploring the impact of medical debt in America, including crowdfunding for doctor bills. Discussion on the imperfect solution and a better alternative. Uncovering surprising negative effects of medical debt relief. Stories of successful crowdfunding for healthcare needs and the struggles faced by those in debt. Advocating for systemic solutions to address healthcare disparities.

Church historian Ashley Boggan Dreff discusses the United Methodist Church's split over LGBT inclusion. The podcast explores the emotional ramifications of pivotal decisions and the formation of new congregations. It reflects on the church's historical impact on societal issues and its evolving stance on inclusivity.