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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Aug 5, 2025 • 1h 22min
Mahmoud Khalil Tells His Story
Mahmoud Khalil, a Palestinian activist and Columbia graduate student, shares his remarkable journey from a Syrian refugee camp to facing detention by ICE for his pro-Palestinian activism. He discusses the challenges of speaking out against U.S. foreign policy and the personal toll of activism. Khalil reflects on campus efforts to promote Palestinian rights and the complexities of identity politics and protest. He also critiques U.S. policies towards Palestine, revealing entrenched biases that persist across political administrations.
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Aug 1, 2025 • 1h 19min
Behind Trump and Vance Is This Man’s Movement
Yoram Hazony, an Israeli political theorist and author of "The Virtue of Nationalism," dives into the fractured nature of American identity. He discusses JD Vance's critique of elite culture and the challenges of a cohesive national narrative. The conversation explores the intersection of nationalism and loyalty, questioning the complexities of American diversity. Hazony also examines the ideological rift between liberalism and nationalism, highlighting how these tensions reshape modern conservatism and American identity amidst a backdrop of political resentment.
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Jul 29, 2025 • 1h 1min
Best Of: Barbara Kingsolver on ‘Urban-Rural Antipathy’
Barbara Kingsolver, a Pulitzer Prize-winning author known for exploring Appalachia and social justice, dives deep into the prejudice against rural communities. She discusses her acclaimed novel 'Demon Copperhead,' reflecting on its portrayal of Appalachian struggles and the socioeconomic divide between urban and rural areas. Kingsolver also addresses the opioid crisis, highlighting its toll on children and the overwhelmed foster care system. With anecdotes of personal dislocation and community resilience, she advocates for understanding and reconnecting across cultural divides.
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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.
