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Will Sommer, Washington Post media reporter, discusses the discovery of AI-generated content in online reviews and the implications of AI in newsrooms. The podcast explores the challenges and concerns surrounding AI-generated articles, media companies' experimentation with AI, and its potential negative impact on the quality of journalism.

Melissa Eddy, Berlin correspondent for the New York Times, discusses the strike by Tesla mechanics in Sweden and the involvement of the country's major unions. The podcast explores the clash between Tesla and labor unions, the challenges faced by Tesla in entering the Swedish market, and the significance of union representation in the green industry.

Barbara McQuade, a former U.S. attorney, discusses Donald Trump's strategy during his civil trial, questioning whether he was playing to his MAGA audience. They analyze his credibility, defense strategy, attacks on the judge, and potential blow to his persona and upcoming criminal trials.

Filmmaker Iris Zaki discusses her latest documentary on Israeli survivors of the recent Hamas attacks in Tel Aviv, exploring their views on the country, neighbors, and future. The episode covers the impact of the attacks, the personal struggles to reject negative narratives, and the lack of government support in the conflict. It also delves into tensions and empathy in a Jewish settlement, promoting coexistence in the West Bank, and the potential for positive change in Israel.

Since the overturn of Roe v. Wade, reproductive rights have remained popular among voters—even in red states like Ohio. As the state votes today on whether to add the right to an abortion to the state constitution, the Ohio GOP has been trying to reframe the issue.Guest: Carter Sherman, reproductive health and justice reporter at The Guardian.If you enjoy this show, please consider signing up for Slate Plus. Slate Plus members get benefits like zero ads on any Slate podcast, bonus episodes of shows like Slow Burn and Dear Prudence—and you’ll be supporting the work we do here on What Next. Sign up now at slate.com/whatnextplus to help support our work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

McKay Coppins, writer of Romney: A Reckoning, discusses Mitt Romney's strained relationship with the GOP, his opposition to Donald Trump, and his decision to retire. They explore Romney's political career, his father's influence, and his reflection on future Republicans.

Sam Bankman-Fried was found guilty on seven charges of wire fraud, conspiracy and money laundering and is facing a 110-year sentence. Cryptocurrency, itself, has lost an ambassador, a lot of value, and quite a bit of credibility. Guest: Nitish Pahwa, associate business and tech writer covering the trial for Slate.If you enjoy this show, please consider signing up for Slate Plus. Slate Plus members get benefits like zero ads on any Slate podcast, bonus episodes of shows like Slow Burn and Dear Prudence—and you’ll be supporting the work we do here on What Next TBD. Sign up now at slate.com/whatnextplus to help support our work. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cecilia Kang from the New York Times discusses Biden's executive order on AI, including the use of the Defense Production Act for regulating AI companies and stress testing AI systems. They also explore the potential of watermarking AI content for addressing disinformation, the challenges of AI regulation at an international level, and the tension between government use of AI and the need for regulations.

Muhammad Hafez, professor and author, discusses the history and ideology of Hamas, the challenges of defeating it, and Benjamin Netanyahu's role in nurturing the organization. It also explores the origins of Hamas, their use of suicide bombings, and how they gained political control in Gaza.

Ryan Reilly, Justice reporter at NBC News, and author of Sedition Hunters: How January 6th Broke the Justice System, discusses the role of online sleuths in identifying Capitol riot suspects. He also explores the challenges faced by investigators and the frustrations with the FBI's bureaucratic issues. The podcast concludes by assessing the success of the sedition hunters and their future actions.