Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchThe Progress Report: Ebola Scare and Obamacare
In this episode of The Progress Report, Zachary and Emma discuss recent bipartisan agreements on U.S. gun laws including the Supreme Court’s upholdin…
1 year, 1 month ago
DOGE, Democracy, and Everything Between with Matthew Yglesias
Is Trump’s massive government reform necessary? Can the U.S. build better after DOGE? How efficient are government programs like food stamps and Medi…
1 year, 1 month ago
The Progress Report: Construction: It’s Electric!
In this episode of The Progress Report, Zachary and Emma discuss some encouraging developments around the world, including a new nasal surgery in Lon…
1 year, 1 month ago
Everything Is Tuberculosis, But It Doesn’t Have to Be with John Green
Today, Zachary and Emma are diving into a global health crisis that doesn’t get nearly enough attention—tuberculosis (TB). It’s one of the deadliest …
1 year, 1 month ago
The Progress Report: Erasing Hidden Hazards
In this episode of The Progress Report, Zachary and Emma dig into the rape kit backlog, the long-term effects of war, and the idea that good news oft…
1 year, 1 month ago
Tariffs, Trade, and TikTok with Noah Smith
Season 1 Episode 140
Will the U.S. no longer be an economic superpower in the future? How dangerous is TikTok for Americans? And do tariffs necessarily lead to increased …
1 year, 1 month ago
The Return to Trumplandia
Season 1 Episode 139
Welcome to Season 7!
This week, Zachary Karabell and Emma Varvaloucas discuss the duality of news, focusing on the positive amidst the negative. They …
1 year, 2 months ago
Introducing What Could Go Right: A News Show Making the Case for a Brighter Future
Negative news can be overwhelming, but it's important to question whether it accurately reflects our world. Join "What Could Go Right?" to hear posit…
1 year, 2 months ago
BONUS: We want to hear from YOU
Season 1 Episode 138
Can you do us a favor? We’re looking for your feedback on our show. If you’ve enjoyed listening to it, please take a moment to fill out this quick su…
1 year, 4 months ago
Looking Back and Moving Forward
Season 1 Episode 137
How many U.S. states have increased their minimum wage in 2024? Have greenhouse gas emissions gone down in the EU this year? Has the ozone layer begu…
1 year, 5 months ago