The Ezra Klein Show
New York Times Opinion
Ezra Klein invites you into a conversation on something that matters. How do we address climate change if the political system fails to act? Has the logic of markets infiltrated too many aspects of our lives? What is the future of the Republican Party? What do psychedelics teach us about consciousness? What does sci-fi understand about our present that we miss? Can our food system be just to humans and animals alike?
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Oct 28, 2025 • 1h 8min
The Israeli Right’s Plan to Carve Up Gaza
Amit Segal, Chief political analyst for Channel 12 News in Israel and author of 'A Call at 4 a.m.,' examines the complexities surrounding Gaza and Israeli politics. He believes the ceasefire is merely a pause, with Israel unlikely to withdraw completely. Discussing a divided Gaza, Segal outlines potential security structures, likening it to East/West Berlin. He also dives into the challenge of Palestinian self-determination, Israel's evolving strategies post-Trump, and the implications of public sympathy shifts in the U.S. Expect a thought-provoking exploration of regional dynamics!
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Oct 24, 2025 • 1h 3min
Can Economic Populism Save the Democratic Party?
Jared Abbott, Director of the Center for Working-Class Politics, dives into why the Democratic Party struggles with working-class voters. He reveals the alarming 'Democratic penalty' impacting elections in the Rust Belt. Abbott discusses the need for Democrats to reconnect with their economic populist roots and adapt their messaging to local concerns. They explore how the party's shift toward cultural issues has alienated many voters and suggest a focus on policies like wage increases and union rights to regain trust. Insights on successful grassroots strategies round out this timely conversation.
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Oct 21, 2025 • 1h 4min
The Rural Power Behind Trump’s Assault on Blue Cities
Suzanne Mettler, a political scientist and professor at Cornell University, dives into the growing rural-urban divide threatening American democracy. She discusses how rural political coalitions now influence blue cities, revealing the historical unity between urban and rural voters. Mettler explains the role of resentment toward Democratic policies, economic decline, and media narratives in shifting loyalties. She advocates for Democrats to prioritize grassroots organizing and address rural economic concerns to rebuild trust and connections.
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Oct 2, 2024 • 4min
About the Coming Paywall
The discussion pivots around the introduction of a paywall, marking a significant shift in the podcast landscape. It delves into the reasons behind this move, emphasizing the importance of subscriber support for quality journalism. The hosts explore the challenges posed by big tech in the digital realm and outline what listeners can expect from this new chapter. It's a candid look at how evolving financial models might shape the future of content creation and distribution.
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Jan 13, 2021 • 2min
Coming Soon: The Ezra Klein Show
Dive into a thought-provoking conversation about climate change and the political system’s inaction. Explore how market logic is woven into our daily lives and ponder the future of the Republican Party. Discover what psychedelics reveal about consciousness and examine sci-fi's insights on our current reality. Engage with pressing questions on creating a fair food system for both humans and animals. Each discussion sparks new ideas in a rapidly changing world.
