

This Week in News
This Week in News
This Week in News is a podcast that brings you clear and concise breakdowns of the biggest stories shaping the world right now. Each episode covers politics, tech, culture, global events, and the moments everyone is talking about, all in a format that is easy to follow and packed with useful context. If you want to stay informed without the noise, this show keeps you up to speed on the news that matters most each week.
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Nov 21, 2025 • 3min
Iran Scales Back IAEA Cooperation
In this episode, we break down Iran’s move to limit IAEA oversight, including halting inspections and shutting down surveillance at key nuclear sites. In this episode, we explore how these actions reshape global nuclear diplomacy and raise the stakes for regional and international security. Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: https://aibox.aiSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nov 21, 2025 • 13min
Scam Compounds Enslave Workers for Global Fraud
In this episode, we explore how industrial-scale scam operations are built on human trafficking, forcing tens of thousands of people into locked compounds to run romance and crypto cons that drain victims’ savings and dignity. In this solo deep dive, we break down how these networks use war zones, satellite internet, and crypto rails to thrive—and what greater awareness and skepticism can do to cut off their power. Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: https://aibox.aiSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nov 21, 2025 • 3min
Trump, Mamdani Plan High-Stakes Oval Office Meeting
In this episode, we break down the unexpected upcoming meeting between Donald Trump and New York City’s incoming mayor Zoran Mamdani and what each hopes to gain from the Oval Office showdown. In two tight minutes, we explore how affordability, public safety, and political risk shape this pivotal moment. Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: https://aibox.aiSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nov 21, 2025 • 4min
Mamdani Condemns Protest and Synagogue Actions
In this episode, we break down Zoran Mamdani’s rare dual condemnation of both the aggressive protest outside Park East Synagogue and the synagogue’s decision to host an event tied to Israeli settlement activity. We explore how this moment highlights the political tightrope he must walk as New York City’s incoming mayor. Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: https://aibox.aiSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nov 21, 2025 • 3min
Congress Orders Clintons’ Depositions in Epstein Probe
In this episode, we break down Congress’s decision to subpoena Bill and Hillary Clinton for sworn depositions in the escalating Epstein investigation. We explore the timing, political stakes, and how upcoming document releases could shape what their testimony reveals.Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: https://aibox.aiSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nov 21, 2025 • 4min
GOP Presses RFK Jr on Mifepristone Review
In this episode, we break down Republicans’ coordinated push urging HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to tighten regulations on the abortion pill mifepristone. In this news update, we explore how RFK Jr.’s call for a full FDA review could reshape access, telehealth rules, and future approvals for the drug. Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: https://aibox.aiSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nov 21, 2025 • 3min
Zelensky Rejects Trump-Backed Ukraine Peace Plan
In this episode, we break down Ukraine’s response to a controversial 28-point peace proposal backed by Donald Trump. We explore why President Zelensky warns the plan threatens Ukraine’s sovereignty and what this turning point means for the war and global diplomacy. Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: https://aibox.aiSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nov 20, 2025 • 4min
Trump Nominates Sakata Amid ATF Overhaul
In this episode, we break down Donald Trump’s nomination of longtime ATF insider Robert Sakata and what it signals for the agency’s future. We explore the sweeping restructuring plans—including possible mergers and major personnel shifts—and what they could mean for gun policy and federal law enforcement. Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: https://aibox.aiSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nov 20, 2025 • 4min
Paradromius Wins FDA Approval for High-Bandwidth BCI Trial
In this episode, we break down Paradromius’ newly FDA-approved human trial for its ultra-high-resolution brain-computer interface Connexus. We explore how this implant could restore fluent speech for people with severe motor disabilities and why it marks a major milestone in the neurotech race. Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: https://aibox.aiSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Nov 20, 2025 • 17min
US Nuclear Push to Power AI Future
In this episode, we break down how nuclear power went from booming to stalled in the U.S., why fear-driven regulation and financing killed new reactors, and why the coming wave of AI data centers and electrification is putting nuclear back at the center of the energy conversation. We also explore small modular reactors, new U.S. and Saudi nuclear deals, DOE loan support, and the workforce and policy shifts needed to rebuild a modern, standardized nuclear industrial base. Get the top 40+ AI Models for $20 at AI Box: https://aibox.aiSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.


