On Point | Podcast

Dr. Hilary Cass, a pediatrician, discusses the challenges of medical care for gender-questioning youth. The podcast explores parents' experiences supporting their transgender children, the complexities of decision-making, societal pressures, and the importance of seeking expert care. It also delves into specific cases in South Dakota, teenage life beyond politics, parental responses to coming out, navigating decisions, and legal controversies in Florida.

Analysis of President Biden's lackluster debate performance, focusing on his struggle to counter Trump's lies effectively. Discussion on the threat to democracy, importance of engaging voters, and the significance of local politics and key democratic issues like voting rights. Podcast creation by former White House colleagues and the emphasis on non-partisan reporting and journalistic integrity.

Discussions on the recent Russia-North Korea alliance and military assistance treaty, Putin's efforts to strengthen ties with North Korea, shifting dynamics of Russia's relations with North Korea, potential support for Ukraine, and concerns about the alliance's impact on global reputation and influence.

Organ transplant patients worry about side effects of medications, like cancer and diabetes, and lack of drug advancements. Genevieve's story highlights struggles and hope post-transplant. Challenges in drug development discussed to enhance organ lifespan and patient outcomes.

Exploration of Supreme Court decisions on presidential immunity, abortion, and guns. Delve into the significance of ongoing criminal trials involving former president Trump. Debate over federal law versus state law on emergency abortions in Idaho. Impact of recent rulings on public perceptions of the court's legitimacy.

Exploring the IRS's leniency towards the ultrawealthy and corporations, disparities in tax crime investigations, challenges faced by the IRS in pursuing fraud cases, class biases within the agency, and potential solutions to enhance tax compliance and address climate risks in business.

First female president of Mexico Claudia Scheinbaum discusses the impact of female leaders on women's lives in Latin America. Topics include gender quotas, political representation, and efforts to improve women's safety.

Jack Beatty, On Point news analyst, discusses the importance of transparency in presidential health, touching on past presidents concealing health issues. The podcast explores controversies around doctored videos of President Biden, debates on presidential health reporting, mental fitness tests, and the significance of admitting mistakes in leadership. Additionally, the discussion extends to climate change risks impacting businesses in the present.

Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas discusses challenges in the U.S. asylum system, highlighting the need for reforms to address issues like a surge in migrant crossings, corrupt supply chains, and the backlog of asylum cases. The conversation also touches on the role of smugglers in exploiting the system and calls for immigration reform to streamline the asylum process.

Author Bethonie Butler discusses the evolution of Black TV over 50 years, from iconic shows like Soul Train to modern series like Abbott Elementary. They highlight the importance of representation and diversity in television, showcasing how Black characters have been portrayed and celebrated over the years.