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Jun 2, 2023 • 12min

The era of over-the-top weddings is upon us

It's wedding season and small pandemic weddings are in the rear-view mirror, replaced by splashy, pricey affairs. Plus, the Senate passes the debt limit bill. What does the deal say about future fights in Washington? And, do you get support from your employer when it comes to menopause? Guests: Axios' Hans Nichols and Erica Pandey.Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Alexandra Botti, Fonda Mwangi and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893.Go deeper: After debt ceiling vote, McCarthy takes a victory lap The era of over-the-top weddings The menopause gap at work
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Jun 1, 2023 • 12min

Corporate America’s commitment to Pride is under new scrutiny

Pride month is here and chances are if you are out shopping you will see Pride decorated clothing, food, home decor and more. This, of course, is not new. But, these corporate Pride tie-ins are under more scrutiny. Plus, using Apple AirTags to track car thieves. And, what makes this NBA finals matchup so special. Guests: Axios' Nathan Bomey, Russell Contreras and Jeff Tracy.Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Alexandra Botti, Fonda Mwangi, Lydia McMullen-Laird, Robin Linn and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893.Go deeper: Corporate America's commitment to Pride Month under scrutiny AirTags track car thieves — but you don't have to Heat, Panthers can make history with title wins House passes bill to raise debt ceiling into 2025
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May 31, 2023 • 12min

Who's to blame for foodborne illness outbreaks

Sick workers contribute to 40% of foodborne illness outbreaks at restaurants and food chains in the U.S., according to new data from the CDC, and some experts say corporate policies around employee health need to change. 30 years since E. coli came into the public consciousness, have things improved?Plus, Moscow is the target of a major drone attack.Guests: Axios' Dave Lawler, and Northeastern University's Dr. Darin Detwiler.Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Alexandra Botti, Fonda Mwangi, Lydia McMullen-Laird and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893.Go deeper: Sick workers tied to 40% of restaurant food poisoning outbreaks, CDC says CDC report Moscow targeted in major drone attack
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May 30, 2023 • 12min

Parties come together to avert U.S. debt crisis

President Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy reached a debt ceiling deal over the weekend. Now, its up to Congress to vote for the bill and avoid a catastrophic default. Plus, a backlog of migrants builds on the Mexican side of the Southern border. And, Turkish President Erdoğan secures five more years in power. Guests: Axios' Hans Nichols and Stef Kight.Credits: Axios Today is produced by Margaret Talev, Alexandra Botti, Fonda Mwangi, Robin Linn, Lydia McMullen-Laird and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893.Go deeper: Inside Biden’s relentless soft-sell on the debt ceiling bill Turkey's President Erdoğan wins re-election Mexico's border crisis: What the U.S. doesn't see "The Little Mermaid" makes a splash at Memorial Day weekend box office
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May 26, 2023 • 12min

What debt default would mean for the nation's credit rating

We are getting closer to June 1, the date Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen warns the U.S. will run out of money to pay its bills. And there’s still no clear resolution in sight. What does the risk of a default mean for the U.S. government’s credit rating...and reputation? Plus, how working mothers in the U.S. defied expectations. And, the not-so-sweet news about artificial sweeteners. Guests: Axios' Matt Phillips and Carly Mallenbaum.Credits: Axios Today is produced by Emily Peck, Alexandra Botti, Fonda Mwangi, Robin Linn and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893.Go Deeper: What the credit rating agencies are saying about the U.S. Sorry, stevia: Artificial sweeteners get more bad PR Return of working moms defies pandemic expectations Soon, you can customize your ketchup
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May 25, 2023 • 12min

A bumpy campaign launch for Ron DeSantis

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis launched his 2024 presidential campaign via Twitter Spaces on Wednesday evening. Elon Musk's event was plagued by technical glitches and delays. Plus, how a government app is affecting the war in Ukraine. Remembering George Floyd on the 3rd anniversary of his murder. And, the world says goodbye to Tina Turner. Guests: Axios' Alex Thompson and Dave Lawler, journalist Robert Samuels.Credits: Axios Today is produced by Emily Peck, Alexandra Botti, Fonda Mwangi, Lydia McMullen-Laird, Robin Linn and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893.Go Deeper: Ron DeSantis declares 2024 candidacy in glitchy Twitter Spaces event Trump campaign ad takes aim at DeSantis after governor enters 2024 race His Name is George Floyd co-author Robert Samuels Tina Turner, Magnetic Singer of Explosive Power, Is Dead at 83
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May 24, 2023 • 12min

Mental health support for Uvalde, one year later

It's been one year since 19 children and two teachers were killed in a mass shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas. In the lead-up to the anniversary, community members have been seeking mental health help.Plus, LA's controversial plan to protect bus riders from the heat.Guests: Axios' Madalyn Mendoza and journalist Sam Bloch.Credits: Axios Today is produced by Emily Peck, Alexandra Botti, Fonda Mwangi, Lydia McMullen-Laird and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893.Go Deeper: Mental health help on standby for Uvalde a year after shooting Remembering Uvalde children's joy one year after shooting Meet “La Sombrita,” the Shade Structure That Only Attracts More Heat
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May 23, 2023 • 12min

Civil rights groups warn travelers away from Florida

The NAACP issued a formal travel advisory for Florida, warning people against going there, alongside the LGBTQ advocacy group, Equality Florida. A number of Pride events across the state have also been canceled. Plus, Americans are flocking to stable, patriotic brands. And, a deal to dramatically cut water usage from the Colorado River. Guests: Axios' Margaret Talev and Sara Fischer; and The Washington Post's Hannah Sampson.Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Alexandra Botti, Fonda Mwangi, Lydia McMullen-Laird, Robin Linn and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893.Go Deeper: Florida Pride organizers cancel events, warn of "climate of fear" 3 states agree to historic Colorado River water cuts EU fines Meta $1.3 billion for sending European user data to U.S. Axios Harris Poll 100: Year of the tarnished titans
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May 22, 2023 • 12min

Biden and McCarthy’s debt ceiling battle

The next debt ceiling meeting between President Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy is set for Monday afternoon. But there’s another possible constitutional option that some Democrats are pushing for: using the 14th Amendment. Plus, passport delays may derail summer travel. And, a $29 hot dog in Manhattan is the new symbol for food inflation. Guests: Axios' Hans Nichols, Kelly Tyko and Jennifer Kingson.Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Fonda Mwangi and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893.Go Deeper: Biden teases 14th Amendment "authority" on debt ceiling Passport application delays could derail summer travel Behold, the $29 hot dog
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May 19, 2023 • 12min

How AI could affect the loneliness epidemic

One potential use of AI is to help individuals who are lonely or isolated, but as Axios' Chief Technology Correspondent Ina Fried explains, there are perils to beware, too. Plus, Americans say guns are a top threat to public health. And, Montana signs the first statewide ban of TikTok. Guests: Axios' Margaret Talev and Ina Fried.Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Alexandra Botti, Fonda Mwangi, Robin Linn and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893.Go Deeper: Axios-Ipsos poll: Gun violence soars as public health concern AI's loneliness crisis Montana first U.S. state to ban TikTok

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