What A Day
Crooked Media
If you’re looking for hype, fake outrage, and groupthink, kindly keep moving. Our mission at What a Day is simple: to be your guide to what truly matters each morning (and the fun stuff you might have missed) in just 20 minutes. Host Jane Coaston brings you in-depth reporting and substantive analysis on the big stories shaping today and the creeping trends shaping tomorrow—and when she doesn’t know the answers, she asks someone even smarter to fill us all in. Radical, right? New episodes at 5:00 a.m. EST, Monday–Friday in your favorite podcast app and on YouTube. Being informed was never this easy.
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Mar 5, 2024 • 21min
Trump Back On The Ballot In Colorado
Supreme Court allows Trump on Colorado ballot, Super Tuesday's impact on House races, Texas immigration law blocked, first OTC birth control pill available, French abortion law change, and biodiversity footprints of global dishes.
Mar 4, 2024 • 21min
Why Oregon's Going From Drug Decriminalization To Recriminalization
Oregon's reversal on drug decriminalization, ceasefire talks in Gaza, U.S. aid drops; CVS and Walgreens to dispense abortion pills, NCAA record broken, McDonald's eating record broken
Mar 2, 2024 • 31min
How Wall Street Ruined Your (and the MLB's) Wardrobe
Exploring how MLB players are now wearing see-through uniforms, the decline of clothing quality due to corporate decisions, the impact of fast fashion and private equity on the industry, and the emergence of the slow fashion movement as a response to environmental concerns.
Mar 1, 2024 • 19min
Over 100 Palestinians Killed While Collecting Aid
Over 100 Palestinians killed while collecting aid, Alabama protects IVF rights, Government shutdown delayed, Texas battles wildfires, Wendy's clarifies pricing rumors
Feb 29, 2024 • 24min
Mitch McConnell Is Stepping Down
Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell's decision to step down, President Biden and former President Trump's visits to the southern border, Supreme Court's review of Trump's presidential immunity, French Senate's consideration of adding abortion rights to constitution, and a humorous take on political news with 'What a Week Day' mini-series.
Feb 28, 2024 • 18min
Another Shutdown Looms Thanks To Far-Right Conservatives
Topics include a potential government shutdown led by House Republicans, Supreme Court case on bump stock ban, Biden's stance on ceasefire, Starbucks Workers Union talks, Macy's store closures, and more current events.
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Feb 27, 2024 • 19min
Could Facebook Abandon Florida and Texas?
The podcast discusses the Supreme Court case on social media laws in Florida and Texas, potential consequences for tech companies, Michigan voter concerns, updates from Gaza and Israel, political moves like Ronna McDaniel's resignation, legal challenges for Trump, and the impact of Alexei Navalny's death on Russia and international relations.
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Feb 26, 2024 • 20min
Why Michigan’s Muslim and Arab Voters Are Uncommitted to Biden
The podcast discusses Trump's surprising win in the South Carolina primary, Michigan's uncommitted Muslim and Arab voters, Ukraine-Russia conflict updates, NRA corruption lawsuit, and Screen Actors Guild Awards. It also includes ads for enzyme supplement and HBO series, legal battles, and promotions for Andy Cohen Live.
Feb 24, 2024 • 29min
How We Got Here: How Christian Nationalists Took Over the GOP
This podcast explores how Christian nationalism has taken over the GOP, with discussions on Republicans targeting IVF and no-fault divorce. Topics include the historical roots of Christian nationalism, its impact on family values, and Trump's embrace of the ideology for the 2024 presidential campaign.
Feb 23, 2024 • 16min
Russia Withholds Alexei Navalny's Body From His Family
Russian authorities blackmail Alexei Navalny's family for secret funeral, U.S. sanctions expected. Refugee shares experience in Poland. Texas judge rules against locs protection, MyPillow Guy loses $5 million.
