Podcast Episodes

The Women’s World Cup is back. Can the U.S. win again?

After the Whistle is back for the Women’s World Cup, which kicks off today. Hosts Brendan Hunt, who plays Coach Beard on ‘Ted Lasso,’ and Rebecca Low…

2 years, 9 months ago

The latest in the federal January 6 investigation into Trump

Federal prosecutors told Trump’s legal team that he is a target of their investigation into efforts to undo his 2020 election loss, the Wall Street J…

2 years, 9 months ago

What to know about the judge in the Trump documents case

The first pretrial hearing in the Trump documents case takes place today. The Washington Post has a preview, while Vox takes a closer look at Judge A…

2 years, 9 months ago

As U.S. and China face extreme heat, climate talks restart

The U.S. and China have restarted climate negotiations. Both countries are currently suffering from extreme heat. CNN has more. 

This past weekend ma…

2 years, 9 months ago

Making sense of a week of dangerous extreme weather

The Washington Post explains how floods, fires, and deadly heat are the alarm bells of a planet on the brink.

If UPS and workers can’t make a deal, t…

2 years, 9 months ago

Sneak Peek: Tom Hanks on what it takes to make a movie

Tom Hanks has learned a thing or two about moviemaking during his decades-long career. Ultimately, he says, it’s not about one person’s vision or dir…

2 years, 10 months ago

Why actors are preparing to join writers in Hollywood strike

Studios and the actors union failed to reach a deal before a contract deadline, meaning performers may join writers on the picket lines. Variety has …

2 years, 10 months ago

Vermont, hit by catastrophic flooding, braces for more

Vermont is dealing with catastrophic flooding — and bracing for more. Reuters has details on the situation. And Vox explains why we’re seeing more ex…

2 years, 10 months ago

Why a GOP senator is blocking the U.S. military

The Marines’ top general has stepped down as leader with no Senate-confirmed successor in place. A Republican senator is blocking military promotions…

2 years, 10 months ago

What your burger has to do with climate change

Vox argues that the media needs to better explain the connection between climate change and meat and dairy production.

The Washington Post explains w…

2 years, 10 months ago