

Post Reports
The Washington Post
Post Reports is the daily podcast from The Washington Post. Unparalleled reporting. Expert insight. Clear analysis. Everything you’ve come to expect from the newsroom of The Post, for your ears. Martine Powers and Elahe Izadi are your hosts, asking the questions you didn’t know you wanted answered. Published weekdays around 5 p.m. Eastern time.
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Feb 20, 2024 • 29min
Navalny’s legacy
Journalist David M. Herszenhorn discusses Alexei Navalny's legacy in Russia, his assassination attempt, and impact of his death on Putin's power. They also explore Navalny's humor, resilience, survival from poisoning, decision to return to Russia, and the international reactions to his death.

Feb 17, 2024 • 32min
Deep Reads: The judgment of São Miguel
Explore the clash between Catholicism and Evangelicalism in a river village as it competes for the souls of the community. Discover the rise of Evangelical churches in the Amazon and the challenges faced by Father Moises in Sal Miguel. Dive into Adelsin's concerns about the changes in the community and the faith struggles leading to rifts and strained relationships.

Feb 16, 2024 • 34min
The Campaign Moment: From Trump to Swift
In this inaugural episode of 'The Campaign Moment', they discuss the Trump trials, including the New York trial and criticisms of its strength against Trump. They also highlight Trump's comments about NATO and the reactions they elicited. Lindsey Graham's frustrating behavior during negotiations over border security and Ukraine aid is explored, along with the risks of Trump's 'America first' ideology and withdrawing from NATO.

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Feb 15, 2024 • 23min
The destabilizing force of AI deepfakes in politics
AI-generated content has been influencing elections worldwide, with deepfake audio used for voter suppression and causing disorder. The challenges of regulating and stopping deepfakes are discussed, along with the importance of trusted news organizations in verifying authenticity. Detecting deepfakes with technology and the difficulties of differentiating between real and fake AI-generated texts are also explored.

Feb 14, 2024 • 26min
Why many older women are saying “I don’t” to marriage
More women over the age of 50 are choosing the single life to protect their finances. They discuss cultural expectations and financial implications of marriage for older women. The complexities of older women in committed relationships are explored. Older women prioritize their happiness and personal fulfillment over romance. They emphasize the importance of self-love and challenging traditional gender roles for women.

Feb 13, 2024 • 32min
The growing dissent over Biden’s Israel policy
Yasmeen Abutaleb, a journalist covering the Biden administration's bond with Israel, discusses the growing dissent over Biden's Israel policy. The podcast delves into the reasons behind the resignations of officials and the demands for a ceasefire. It also explores Biden's steadfast support for Israel, his complicated relationship with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, and whether he may change his approach.

Feb 12, 2024 • 18min
The “last refuge” in Gaza
Recent airstrikes in Gaza target Gaza city of Rafah where Palestinians seek refuge, raising questions about Israel's strategy and humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Israel's special forces successfully rescue two hostages during the operation. President Biden's reaction to Israeli actions and international concerns about civilian protection. International leaders express concerns about the humanitarian nightmare in Gaza and consequences of US foreign policy.

Feb 11, 2024 • 27min
We all watch football. But who is playing it?
Exploring the impact of politics, economics, race, and geography on the declining popularity of playing football. Visiting Starkville, Mississippi to understand the passion and culture surrounding football. Reflecting on a mother's initial concerns about her son playing football. Discussing motivations and worries of young football players, including injuries and brain trauma. Highlighting the perception of Mississippi's athletes and the future of football in the state.

Feb 9, 2024 • 18min
Biden's fury over the special counsel report
President Biden's emotional response to a special counsel report on his handling of classified documents raised concerns about his memory and age. The report highlighted instances when Biden struggled to recall important details. It also compared the investigations into Biden and Trump's handling of classified documents. Biden's response and the Republican reaction were also discussed, with implications for the 2024 race.

Feb 8, 2024 • 24min
Supreme Court seems ready to keep Trump on the ballot
The podcast discusses the Supreme Court case of Trump v. Anderson, exploring arguments, potential implications, and qualifications for presidential candidacy. It also examines Justice Clarence Thomas's involvement and controversy regarding recusal, and explores the Supreme Court's decision on Colorado's attempt to ban Trump from the ballot.