Podcast Episodes

The startup that cried dire wolf

Colossal says it's brought the dire wolf back from extinction — but the accuracy of that claim and the ethics of de-extinction are in question.

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How the Abrego Garcia standoff ends

Sen. Chris Van Hollen of Maryland recounts his visit with Kilmar Abrego Garcia. Former prosecutor Elie Honig explains the three scenarios that could …

1 year, 1 month ago

Conclave (2025)

We try to divine who will follow Pope Francis and introduce you to one of his many legacies: the first millennial saint.

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Government websites have erased references to American heroes like Harriet Tubman and Jackie Robinson in order to comply with Trump’s anti-DEI push. …

1 year, 1 month ago

Is climate progress doomed?

Many worry that the clean energy transition will be derailed by the Trump administration. But there's reason to believe otherwise.

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1 year, 1 month ago

Mar-a-Lago makeover

There is a very distinct “look” many people in the MAGA world have adopted, and comedian Suzanne Lambert is making a career calling it out. Mother Jo…

1 year, 1 month ago

Trump v. Mangione

The Trump administration is seeking the death penalty for Luigi Mangione, who is scheduled back in court this week. Plus, a closer look at a work tha…

1 year, 1 month ago

Why Harvard is fighting back

Harvard is refusing to play along with the Trump administration's demands of elite universities, whereas at least 10 Florida public universities are …

1 year, 1 month ago

Art of the (Iran) deal

Iran allegedly plotted to assassinate President Donald Trump late last year. But that’s not stopping the Trump administration from trying to strike a…

1 year, 1 month ago

It’s China’s turn

China has spent years preparing for this trade war — and for a world no longer dominated by the US.

This episode was produced by Miles Bryan, edited b…

1 year, 1 month ago