Episodes

  • How October 7th Paved the Way for a Widening War

    How October 7th Paved the Way for a Widening War
    Oct 6 2024
    In recent weeks, fears of a wider war between Israel and Iran have grown after Israel launched a series of attacks against Hezbollah in Lebanon and Iran fired a barrage of missiles into Israel. The tense moment comes nearly one year after the brutal Hamas attack on Israel on October 7th and the devastation of Gaza that followed. In this episode, we examine how the last year has fundamentally reshaped the Middle East and whether any kind of peace is possible going forward. Guests: Nic Robertson, CNN International Diplomatic Editor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    25 mins
  • Midwest Vice: The Vance-Walz Debate

    Midwest Vice: The Vance-Walz Debate
    Oct 2 2024
    Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz and Sen. JD Vance largely stuck to policy Tuesday night during the CBS News Vice Presidential debate, in what may be the last marquee event before Election Day. In this episode, we break down the big moments and how they could impact the race. Guest: Edward-Isaac Dovere, CNN Senior Reporter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    23 mins
  • Understanding the Latino Vote

    Understanding the Latino Vote
    Sep 29 2024
    Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump are both working to mobilize Latinos, a crucial voting bloc. However, the nuances within the group are playing out in some unexpected ways. In this episode, we examine how both campaigns are crafting their messages and Trump’s (occasionally awkward) embrace of reggaeton stars. Guests: Katelina Eccleston, reggaeton historian & Cristina Beltrán, NYU associate professor Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    27 mins
  • Three Mile Island Is Reopening. Some Climate Scientists are Thrilled.

    Three Mile Island Is Reopening. Some Climate Scientists are Thrilled.
    Sep 25 2024
    Microsoft turned heads recently when it announced it had reached a deal to buy energy from Three Mile Island, the site of the worst nuclear disaster in US history. In this episode, we examine how despite consistent concerns over waste and high costs, nuclear energy is making a comeback as a clean energy source. Guest: Ella Nilsen, CNN Climate Reporter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    17 mins
  • The Controversial Measures Fueling El Salvador's 'Reverse Migration'

    The Controversial Measures Fueling El Salvador's 'Reverse Migration'
    Sep 22 2024
    El Salvador was once dubbed the “murder capital of the world,” causing many to flee north towards the United States. Now, many Salvadorans say they have never felt so safe, and some are even returning to the country after rebuilding their lives in the US. In this episode, we examine the controversial measures behind the turnaround. Guest: David Culver, CNN Senior National Correspondent Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    22 mins
  • The Challenge of Securing an Increasingly Violent Election

    The Challenge of Securing an Increasingly Violent Election
    Sep 18 2024
    The US Secret Service is facing mounting questions in the wake of another apparent assassination attempt against former President Donald Trump. In this episode, we break down the latest in the investigation and look at the possible fallout as Election Day approaches. Guest: Zachary Cohen, CNN National Security Reporter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    22 mins
  • No Phones in Class. It’s The Law Here Now.

    No Phones in Class. It’s The Law Here Now.
    Sep 15 2024
    Some states have moved to ban cell phones in schools to improve students’ engagement and mental health. However, the specific rules and implementation vary wildly from school to school. In this episode, we hear from one district official in Indiana about why their policy has been a success – so far. Guest: Dr. Laura Hammack, Beech Grove City Schools Superintendent Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    25 mins
  • Trump Takes the Bait

    Trump Takes the Bait
    Sep 11 2024
    Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump faced off for the first time Tuesday night in the ABC News Presidential Debate. In this episode, we head to the spin room in Philadelphia to break down the big moments from a contentious night and look at where the race goes from here. Guests: Priscilla Alvarez, CNN White House Correspondent & Alayna Treene, CNN Political Reporter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    25 mins