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After the school shooting in Georgia last week, charges were brought against the 14-year-old alleged gunman—and also against his father. Who’s really responsible?Guest: Josie Duffy Rice, journalist focused on prosecutors, prisons, and other criminal justice issues and host of What A Day.Want more What Next? Subscribe to Slate Plus to access ad-free listening to the whole What Next family and across all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe today on Apple Podcasts by clicking “Try Free” at the top of our show page. Sign up now at slate.com/whatnextplus to get access wherever you listen.Podcast production by Elena Schwartz, Paige Osburn, Anna Phillips, Madeline Ducharme and Rob Gunther. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Drag is one of the fastest-growing forms of entertainment, and has been making its way into the mainstream in recent years. On this week’s episode of Well, Now, we are joined by drag queen, actress, and trans activist, Miss Peppermint. She provides insight on self-advocacy, and how to navigate the healthcare system despite society’s tendencies to overlook transgender health.If you liked this episode, check out: Ending Racism in HealthcareWell, Now is hosted by registered dietitian nutritionist Maya Feller and Dr. Kavita Patel.Podcast production by Kristie Taiwo-Makanjuola and Vic Whitley-Berry with editorial oversight by Alicia Montgomery.Send your comments and recommendations on what to cover to wellnow@slate.comWant more Well, Now? Subscribe to Slate Plus to unlock weekly bonus episodes. Plus, you’ll access ad-free listening across all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe now on Apple Podcasts by clicking “Try Free” at the top of the Well, Now show page. Or, visit https://slate.com/wellnowplus to get access wherever you listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

An outbreak of eastern equine encephalitis in the northeast made headlines, but as far as mosquito-borne illnesses go, EEE is serious but still rare. What’s getting way too common is the mosquito itself.Guest: Amesh Adalja, doctor and senior scholar at the Johns Hopkins Center for Health SecurityWant more What Next TBD? Subscribe to Slate Plus to access ad-free listening to the whole What Next family and all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe today on Apple Podcasts by clicking “Try Free” at the top of our show page. Sign up now at slate.com/whatnextplus to get access wherever you listen.Podcast production by Evan Campbell, Patrick Fort, and Cheyna Roth.Public.com+Public Investing Disclosure: Public Investing offers a High-Yield Cash Account where funds from this account are automatically deposited into partner banks where they earn interest and are eligible for FDIC insurance; Public Investing is not a bank. See public.com/#disclosures-main for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The New York Police Department is perhaps the most famous—or notorious—police force in America, depending on who you talk to. Some see it as a group of thousands of dedicated civil servants, devoted to public safety. Others say the department is rife with corruption, tangled in politics, and—at best—indifferent to the racist brutality its officers visit on Black citizens of the city.Now, a new podcast aims to shed light on the complicated history of the N.Y.P.D. and race. “Empire City” is a new narrative series from Wondery, Crooked Media and Push Black. On today’s episode of A Word, Jason Johnson is joined by the show’s host and creator, NYU journalism professor Chenjerai Kumanyika. Guest: Chenjerai Kumanyika, host of Empire City: The Untold Origin Story of the NYPDPodcast production by Kristie Taiwo-MakanjuolaWant more A Word? Subscribe to Slate Plus to immediately access ad-free listening across all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe today on Apple Podcasts by clicking “Try Free” at the top of our show page. Or, visit slate.com/awordplus to get access wherever you listen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Elizabeth Spiers, a writer and advocate, shares her battle with the invasive Japanese knotweed that's wreaking havoc on her home. The conversation also dives into whether Gen Z even uses checks anymore, highlighting a TikTok trend exploiting banking glitches. There's a lively debate on leadership styles in tech, particularly regarding how female CEOs are perceived compared to their male counterparts. With humor and insight, the group tackles generational differences in financial literacy and the quirky challenges of property ownership.

Lara Trump, RNC co-chair and daughter-in-law of former President Donald Trump, joins to discuss the Republican Party's shift from 'Stop the Steal' to 'Protect the Vote.' The conversation highlights evolving strategies for election integrity as the 2024 election approaches. Key topics include legal measures affecting voter access and the impact of recent Supreme Court rulings. The podcast also examines alarming tactics used to suppress votes, particularly in battleground states, and underscores the urgency for structural reforms to restore public trust in the electoral process.

Leah Nylen, an antitrust reporter for Bloomberg, dives into the current legal challenges facing Google after a recent federal ruling labeled it a monopoly. She discusses the implications of the Justice Department’s allegations regarding Google’s ad business. The conversation highlights the complexities of Google's ad ecosystem, including its financial dominance and the confusion it causes for advertisers. Nylen also examines the potential repercussions for the tech industry if Google were to lose the upcoming trial, emphasizing the critical stakes involved.

Ruth Margalit, a New Yorker writer specializing in political issues, joins the discussion on the dynamics of the presidential race, examining Kamala Harris's polling struggles and the implications of foreign interference in U.S. politics. Joshua Leifer, an author, shares insights from his book, emphasizing the complicated nature of voter perceptions and the emotional responses to global crises. Engaging tales about protests and the intricate web of international influence showcase the intersection of domestic politics with the global landscape.

Will the deaths of six hostages mark a turning point in how Israelis view the war in Gaza—and how Netanyahu’s government is conducting it?Guest: Yair Rosenberg, staff writer at The Atlantic and the author of its newsletter Deep ShtetlWant more What Next? Subscribe to Slate Plus to access ad-free listening to the whole What Next family and across all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe today on Apple Podcasts by clicking “Try Free” at the top of our show page. Sign up now at slate.com/whatnextplus to get access wherever you listen.Podcast production by Elena Schwartz, Paige Osburn, Anna Phillips, Madeline Ducharme and Rob Gunther. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Leo Shane III, deputy editor for Military Times, dives into the impact of Trump's campaign stop at Arlington National Cemetery on military voters. He discusses the rising tensions and how Trump's actions contrasted with military expectations. The conversation highlights differing military messaging from Trump and Harris, with an emphasis on trust versus strength. Shane also examines past controversies affecting military perceptions and the evolving demographics of military voters, revealing their unique challenges and conservative tendencies.