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Jun 25, 2024 • 11min
Why scientists fear a second Trump term, how $4 bought an ancient Mayan artifact, freedom for Julian Assange, and more
Maxine Joselow from the Washington Post discusses scientists' fears in a second Trump term. Also, the story of a $4 thrifted Mayan artifact and updates on Julian Assange's plea deal.
Jun 24, 2024 • 13min
The fastest woman in the world
Sha'Carri Richardson, the fastest woman in the world, talks about her journey to the Paris Olympics after her dominant performance. The podcast also covers voter demographic shifts, challenges in military healthcare, and the latest sports news.
Jun 21, 2024 • 10min
Hear contenders for song of the summer. Plus, the real reason so many people are getting cosmetic surgery.
Guest-host Yasmeen Khan discusses efforts to repeal the Comstock Act for abortion access. The episode explores the rise in cosmetic surgeries and the cultural impact of the 'song of the summer'.
Jun 20, 2024 • 11min
Why the Christian right is going after divorce. Plus, the PB&J worth nearly $1 billion.
Vox journalist Anna North discusses the Christian right's plan to target divorce laws, following their efforts on abortion and birth control. The episode also covers the success of Uncrustables in the market, on its way to becoming a billion-dollar brand.
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Jun 19, 2024 • 11min
The “Grandmother of Juneteenth” reflects on her legacy, Biden’s tightrope on immigration, and more
Opal Lee, the 'Grandmother of Juneteenth,' shares her legacy and the significance of her new house as a symbol of community. The podcast also discusses Biden's immigration plan for spouses of Americans, Netanyahu's war Cabinet dissolution amidst Gaza fighting, and the strained US-Israel relations. A captivating blend of immigration policies, personal reflections, and historical advocacy.
Jun 18, 2024 • 11min
Inside one of America’s deadliest cities, and why some say FEMA isn’t doing enough about extreme heat and wildfires
Guest-host Yasmeen Khan delves into FEMA's lack of recognition of extreme heat and wildfires as major disasters. The podcast also explores St. Louis's high rate of unsolved murders and the therapeutic impact of the movie 'Inside Out 2'.
Jun 17, 2024 • 11min
Why big concerts are getting canceled, a quest for the perfect mango, and more
Emily Stewart and Ahmed Ali Akbar discuss why musical acts are canceling big concert tours. Ahmed explores a wonderland for mango lovers. Topics include Supreme Court cases, extreme heatwaves, and challenges in concert ticket sales.
Jun 14, 2024 • 10min
Making sense of Elon Musk’s $45 billion pay package, what’s next now that the era of peak film and TV is over, and more
Entertainment disrupter Franklin Leonard discusses Hollywood's challenges and solutions. Elon Musk's $45B pay package approval and Paris Olympics' AC controversy are highlighted. Diversity and inclusion issues in Hollywood are explored, emphasizing revenue loss due to biases against minority communities.
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Jun 13, 2024 • 11min
Why some major retailers are finally starting to cut prices, tension inside the Supreme Court, and more
Wall Street Journal correspondent Jess Bravin discusses the intensifying strains within the Supreme Court as its term ends. Major retailers cutting prices amidst inflation concerns. American cricket gains attention with a Silicon Valley tech worker star player.
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Jun 12, 2024 • 10min
The political and personal fallout of Hunter Biden’s conviction, and Sandy Hook survivors graduate
Reporter Matt Viser discusses Hunter Biden's federal gun violations and the implications it has for politics and the Biden family. The podcast also covers the emotional graduation of Sandy Hook survivors from high school, highlighting their advocacy for change in gun violence issues.
