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Oct 20, 2023 • 25min
Inside Hamas' Social Media Strategy
Sheera Frenkel, a tech reporter for the New York Times, joins the podcast to discuss Hamas' effective use of social media during the war. They explore the impact of social media on information sharing in Gaza and the challenges faced by journalists. They also delve into the efforts of social media platforms in combating harmful content and the creation of echo chambers that perpetuate narratives.
Oct 19, 2023 • 52min
Still No House Speaker
This podcast discusses the race for House Speaker, allegations of misconduct, Trump's federal trial and gag order, court orders and criminal trials, political developments in Poland, and the concept of a co-presidency.
Oct 19, 2023 • 22min
Biden to Israel; Bombs to Gaza
Yousef Munayyer, a Palestinian-American political analyst and writer, discusses President Biden's visit to Israel amidst ongoing Israeli airstrikes in Gaza. The podcast explores the difficulties faced by Palestinians living in Gaza, the lack of safety options, and the urgent need for a ceasefire in the Israel-Gaza crisis.
Oct 18, 2023 • 22min
Bob Menendez: Secret Foreign Agent?
Guest Jessica Taylor, Senate-and-governors editor at The Cook Political Report, discusses the federal corruption charges and accusations of Senator Robert Menendez being a secret foreign agent. They explore Menendez's influential political career, his alleged involvement in a corruption scandal, and his defiant response. They also touch on the potential impact on the upcoming presidential election and his reelection in 2024.
Oct 17, 2023 • 23min
Does Trump’s Violent Rhetoric Matter?
Guest Robert A. Pape, a political science professor, discusses the real-world danger of Trump's violent rhetoric, analyzing specific incidents influenced by his language and the potential consequences as he prepares for the 2024 election. The podcast also explores the factors and trajectory of support for political violence in the US, examining the link between supporting and engaging in violence. It emphasizes the normalization of political violence and the collective effort needed to address this issue.
Oct 16, 2023 • 20min
Israel’s New Wartime Government
While mounting a military response to Hamas, the Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has been forced to unite his far-right wing with his political rival, centrist Benny Gantz, a former military Chief of Staff. The plans for retaliation that are emerging are unlike any of Israel’s past skirmishes with Hamas.Guest: Dov Waxman, director of the UCLA Y&S Nazarian Center for Israel Studies.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. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 14, 2023 • 52min
SBF (Sweaters, Birkenstock, FTX)
Latest updates on the Sam Bankman-Fried trial, Birkenstock IPO, and declining sweater quality; exploring the overlap of utilitarian mindset and effective altruism in image cultivation; discussing lack of remorse of the defendant and impact of SPF trial on crypto industry; questioning the collateral stability in crypto and analyzing the Birkenstock IPO; exploring Jeff Bezos' real estate purchase and MoMA's acquisition of valuable artwork; discussing the value of being in MoMA for artists and the impact of Alaskan oil dividend program.
Oct 14, 2023 • 23min
The $30,000 Zelle Scam
Zelle scam involving a pool construction project, lack of safeguards in Zelle transactions, growing concerns over fraud, debate on financial regulation, vulnerability of losing something desperately needed.
Oct 14, 2023 • 47min
Justice Samuel Alito Got Out Of Bed on The Perry Mason Side
Justice Samuel Alito, a Supreme Court justice, joins Dahlia Lithwick in a consequential case about a South Carolina gerrymander and its impact on vote dilution. They discuss the history of racial gerrymandering in the area and the challenges faced by the Gologici community. The episode explores the issue of racial and partisan gerrymandering, highlighting Chief Justice John Roberts' perspective. They also delve into the blatant disregard for culture and concerns during a trial, and the lasting impact of political manipulation on marginalized communities.
Oct 13, 2023 • 30min
The Israel-Hamas War Instantly Broke X
Casey Newton, founder and editor of Platformer, discusses the impact of misinformation during the Israel-Hamas war. They explore the decline of Twitter as a news platform and the search for alternative platforms. The podcast also touches on the history and intentions of the text-based social network Threads, as well as the future of social media and the emergence of multiple global town squares.
