What Next | Daily News and Analysis

Former LA Times journalist Matt Pearce discusses the California Journalism Preservation Act, which aims to make tech companies pay for news content. The podcast explores the impact of similar laws in Canada and Australia, as well as the challenges faced by the journalism industry in generating revenue and adapting to new technologies.

Epidemiologist Katelyn Jetelina discusses the bird flu outbreak, including the unexpected spread to milk and the potential risks to humans. The podcast explores challenges in testing, government response, and vaccine production, highlighting the need for transparency and collaboration in addressing the situation.

Professor Joe Howley discusses the recent student protests at Columbia University, highlighting the lack of support from the administration and the subsequent police intervention. The podcast delves into the future of the institution and the implications for free speech on campuses nationwide.

Umair Irfan from Vox discusses the urgency of slowing carbon emissions and the challenges in achieving climate goals. They explore Biden's emission reduction rules, US policy shifts, and global competition in renewable energy adoption.

Ari Berman discusses how Pat Buchanan's extreme ideas from the '90s are now reflected in Trump's politics. They delve into the evolution of white resentment, GOP's diversification challenge, and the lasting impact of Buchanan's influence on Republican strategies.

Peter Beinart, Editor-at-Large at Jewish Currents, discusses the complexities of campus protests, tensions around the term 'Zionist', navigating anti-Semitism and protest from a Jewish perspective, evolving views on Zionism and protests, and the intersection of Jewish identity and anti-Semitism.

Journalist Annie Lowrey discusses the ethical dilemmas and challenges in 'organic' farming, highlighting the mistreatment of farm animals and the lack of regulations in the industry. The podcast explores the complexities of maintaining organic standards, the trust issues in the food system, and the gaps in animal welfare laws on farms.

Tech reporter Louise Matsakis and TikToker Dillon White discuss the implications of TikTok's ban, the required divestment, the changing user demographics, and the potential fallout in the tech industry. They explore the emotional journey of creators amidst the ban and the history of attempts to ban TikTok.

Andrew Rice, features writer for New York Magazine, discusses Trump's lawyer Todd Blanche and his unexpected representation of the former president. They explore the challenges of legal representation, courtroom drama, and the potential political implications of the ongoing legal cases.

Slate staff writer Aymann Ismail explores the protests at Columbia University, highlighting tensions, media portrayals, and comparisons to the Black Lives Matter movement. The podcast delves into the student perspectives on the protest movement amidst the war in Gaza, campus turmoil between Palestine solidarity and pro-Israel groups, and student reactions to provocative actions by professors and counter-protest attempts.