Global temperatures exceed 1.5°C for 12 months, sparking climate concerns. Insurers profit from false Medicare diagnoses. $1 billion medical school donation. Textile recycling breakthrough. Generational wealth gap and free medical school tuition initiatives

Producer Alice Wilder introduces Lorena, a garment worker advocating for fair pay and better working conditions in the fashion industry. The podcast discusses the challenges faced by garment workers, including low wages, harsh working conditions, and difficulties in asserting their rights. It also explores the impact of the Garment Workers Protection Act in California and the ongoing struggle against wage theft in the garment industry.

Explore the mystery of Fort Knox and its abundance of gold reserves, with insights into its security measures and economic significance. Follow a thrilling heist plot and enjoy a mix of humor and intrigue as the hosts uncover foiled thieves and the importance of US gold reserves.

GPS system aging, US falling behind, national security threats. Increase in young women getting sterilized. Nonprofit helps foster care youth transition to college. Women's soccer stadium struggles and successes.

The podcast dives into the shift to remote work in the American workplace, discussing the challenges and possibilities. It explores the impact of remote and hybrid work arrangements on different industries and productivity. They also examine the evolving landscape of commercial real estate, Tesla's vehicle delivery numbers, and the disparities caused by the K-shaped recovery.

The podcast delves into the Supreme Court's ruling on federal regulations, including implications for noncompete clauses and Trump's immunity case. It also discusses strategies to protect democracy, such as extending overtime protections and repairing American democracy. The episode highlights the unitary executive theory, journalists' role in addressing hopelessness, and empowering ordinary individuals for societal change.

The podcast discusses the lackluster Biden-Trump debate, shifting campaign strategies, Fourth of July travel records, and the rise of drone light shows as an alternative to fireworks.

Supreme Court ruling impacts SEC's enforcement, Social Security benefit concerns, economic opportunities for Native Americans, homeownership influence on financial well-being.

Leaked Supreme Court opinion on emergency abortions, potential business-related decisions. Cybertruck recalls discussed. Justice says it's okay to call X Twitter. Supreme Court cases and administrative state impact analyzed. Murthy versus Missouri and social media platforms debate highlighted.

Peter Atwater discusses the enduring K-shaped economy post-COVID, highlighting widening inequality. The podcast also covers the impact of income inequality, ongoing debate over public funding for religious charter schools, inflation concerns, and global shipping rates. Additionally, it includes news updates on Evergrande, baby formula shortages, and a heartwarming listener story.