The Gist

Guest Manvir Singh, New Yorker writer and anthropologist, discusses the concept of 'symbolic beliefs' versus factual beliefs, highlighting the spread of misinformation regarding Trump's trial. The podcast also explores the impact of false beliefs on societal views and the motivations behind endorsing misinformation.

Author Abigail Shrier discusses the mental health crisis among American youth in her book 'Bad Therapy: Why the Kids Aren't Growing Up'. The podcast also covers North Korea's use of poop balloons on their southern rivals and the conviction of Donald Trump on hush money charges.

Justice Alito's impact, Gaza geopolitics with David Ignatius, China returning Pandas, neighborhood conflicts post ruling, military actions' impact on civilians, skepticism towards brand predictions, circus acts, and political miscalculations.

David Ignatius, WaPo columnist and author, discusses blending fact and fiction in writing thrillers about space weapons. They also cover the significant reduction in global polio cases, the Trump trial predictions, and the role of 'priors' in legal analysis.

Guest Mike from 'I Might Be Wrong' podcast discusses challenges at NPR, ideological shifts in comedy/journalism post-Trump, and content selection dilemmas in broadcasting.

The podcast explores the clash between Covington Catholic teens and Native American activist Nathan Phillips. It also reminisces about the days of peak shrimp at Red Lobster, discussing the financial struggles faced by the seafood chain and their marketing strategies.

Former Senior Editor of NPR, Uri Berliner, discusses NPR's ideological rigidity and potential solutions. They also explore the significance of accurate chocolate shapes, deceptive advertising, and the implications of the lab leak theory in public health discussions.

Former NPR and MSNBC host Joshua Johnson joins the discussion on Justice Alito's connection to the January 6th insurrection and the controversy surrounding NPR's perceived bias. They dive into the implications of symbols in judicial credibility, the challenges of maintaining integrity in public radio, and the importance of precision in journalism amidst debates and arguments.

Nellie Bowles, reporter and author, discusses the recognition of a Palestinian state in Europe, humor in reporting, activism in journalism, and navigating political bias. The podcast explores cancel culture, tribalism, and societal experiments, emphasizing self-reflection and understanding for a more evolved society.

UCLA professor Jason De Leon, discusses human smuggling, touching on Honduran history, migration challenges, and ethical dilemmas. The podcast also explores Red Lobster's failed promotions, highlighting marketing mishaps and evolving consumer trends.