What A Day
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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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Feb 22, 2024 • 20min
Fertility Treatments Threatened In Post-Roe Alabama
Alabama's legal ruling on frozen embryos impacts IVF treatments. Nonbinary teen's tragic death in Oklahoma amid anti-LGBTQ hostility. White House erases $1.2B in student debt, Boeing execs face changes, Biden impeachment inquiry stalls.
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Feb 21, 2024 • 20min
How The Ed Department Fumbled The FAFSA Revamp
Reporter Prem Thakker discusses the U.S. veto on a ceasefire in Gaza and FAFSA chaos. Students are left in the dark about aid packages impacting college decisions. Also, updates on a shooting at a Super Bowl parade, attacks on librarians in West Virginia, and Bridgit Mendler's space startup.
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Feb 20, 2024 • 25min
Mapping Out A New Wisconsin And Beyond
John Bisognano, President of the National Democratic Redistricting Committee, discusses the impact of Wisconsin's new legislative maps and the potential gains for Democrats. The suspicious death of Alexei Navalny in Russia raises concerns about foul play. Headlines cover Trump's sneaker sales, Israel's occupation legality, and an Alabama court ruling on frozen embryos.
Feb 17, 2024 • 28min
How We Got Here: How Lead Poisoning Rewired America
Unpacking the history of lead contamination in America, exploring its impact on society, the environment, and human health. From gasoline to consumer products, the lingering effects of lead exposure are far-reaching and alarming. Discussing the link between lead poisoning and societal issues, along with the need for increased awareness and regulation.
Feb 16, 2024 • 19min
Trump’s Week of Legal Woes
A hearing examines the potential conflict of interest between Fulton County DA Fani Willis and special counsel Nathan Wade in prosecuting Donald Trump. Verdict expected in New York's civil fraud trial against Trump. Charges laid in New York's hush money criminal trial against Trump. Updates on the Kansas City mass shooting and charges against an FBI informant for lying about Hunter Biden.
Feb 15, 2024 • 21min
How Dems Can Play To Win
Topics discussed in the podcast include a mass shooting at a Super Bowl parade, recent Democratic wins, the upcoming presidential election, important issues for voters, taking action in the election, updates on Gaza and a political merger, a lawsuit against Children's Hospital of Colorado, targeted attacks on trans people, strikes by Uber and Lyft drivers, and earnings reports for Uber and Lyft.
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Feb 14, 2024 • 17min
Republicans Impeach Homeland Secretary Mayorkas
Alejandro Mayorkas, Impeached Secretary of Homeland Security, discusses Republicans accusing him of breaching public trust without evidence in his second impeachment. Other topics include election updates, CDC considering new COVID isolation guidelines, and Meghan Markle partnering with Lemonade Media for a new podcast.
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Feb 13, 2024 • 21min
Pennsylvania’s House Special
Melissa Walker from The States Project joins to discuss the special election in Pennsylvania's House and the potential impact on the Democratic majority. Trump's legal battles and an upcoming hearing regarding an unethical relationship are also covered. Other headlines include Israel's military attacks, a bill in Wyoming affecting trans kids, and a nationwide strike by Uber, Lyft, and DoorDash drivers for fair wages and safety.
Feb 12, 2024 • 22min
Replacing The Con In Congress
Former Democratic congressman Tom Suozzi and Nassau County legislator Mazi Pilip are running for New York’s third congressional district seat. The episode discusses the need to flip seats in New York and highlights Suozzi's track record in delivering results for diverse voters. It also touches on the parliamentary election in Pakistan and the unexpected victory of Imran Khan's party, emphasizing the role of social media and promoting global democracy.
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Feb 10, 2024 • 29min
How We Got Here: How Sports Betting Took Over America
Explore the changing stance of the NFL on gambling and the enormous popularity of sports betting. Learn about the hidden ties between the NFL and gambling, controversies, scandals, and efforts to legalize sports betting. Also, discover the financial implications, conflicts, and exponential growth of the industry in America.
