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The conversation explores the art of gathering and community building in an age of individualism, featuring Priya Parker, author of "The Art of Gathering." Parker argues that modern society overemphasizes individual needs, leading to isolation and a decline in meaningful gatherings. She advocates for intentionality in ...
The podcast explores the shifting global order, particularly focusing on America's changing role and the rise of China. Adam Tooze, a historian at Columbia University, discusses his observations from Davos, where the Trump administration's approach dismayed global leaders. He contrasts the Biden administration's vision...
The conversation centers on Mark Carney's speech at Davos, interpreting it as a sign of a global shift away from reliance on American hegemony and the liberal international order. Henry Farrell, an international relations professor, discusses the concept of "weaponized interdependence," where the U.S. uses its control ...
The Trump administration's immigration policies and their impact are examined through a conversation between Ezra Klein and Caitlin Dickerson, a journalist at The Atlantic and Pulitzer Prize winner. Dickerson details how ICE's practices have shifted towards more aggressive and public arrests, creating an environment of...
The podcast examines the first year of Donald Trump's second term as president, questioning the extent of durable policy change amidst the perceived chaos and activity. Yuval Levin, a conservative thinker, argues that despite the numerous narratives of both achievement and controversy, the administration has accomplish...
James Talarico, a Texas State Representative and candidate for U.S. Senate, discusses the intersection of his Christian faith and progressive politics with Ezra Klein. Talarico defines his faith as a trust in love and challenges the traditional religious right's focus on issues like abortion and sexuality, advocating i...
The conversation explores the Trump administration's use of spectacle as a governing strategy, comparing it to historical and contemporary autocratic regimes. Masha Gessen, a scholar of autocracy, argues that Trump's actions, such as the Venezuela operation, represent a contempt for international law and democratic nor...
The podcast examines the motivations behind the Trump administration's actions in Venezuela, particularly the deposition of Nicolas Maduro. It questions whether these actions stem from political interests in South Florida, a desire to control Venezuelan oil, or a broader strategy of demonstrating American power in Lati...
In this episode of The Ezra Klein Show, Ezra interviews Stephen Batchelor, a Buddhist author, about the practice of doubt and uncertainty in meditation, personal life, and politics. Batchelor shares his experiences with Zen meditation, particularly the practice of asking "What is this?" and explores the difference betw...
In this episode of The Ezra Klein Show, Ezra Klein hosts Tracy Alloway and Joe Weisenthal from Bloomberg's "Odd Lots" podcast to dissect the perplexing state of the 2025 economy. They analyze the impact of tariffs, the AI boom, and the divergence between economic data and consumer sentiment. The discussion covers the u...
This podcast episode features two separate interviews with prominent political figures, Senator Bernie Sanders and Senator Ruben Gallego, focusing on how Democrats can regain the support of the working class. David Leonhardt from New York Times Opinion conducts both interviews, exploring different perspectives on econo...
In this episode of The Ezra Klein Show, Ezra interviews Elie Hassenfeld, CEO and one of the founders of GiveWell, about the organization's approach to effective charitable giving. Hassenfeld discusses his background, the founding of GiveWell, and the challenges of assessing the impact and cost-effectiveness of charitab...
In this episode of The Ezra Klein Show, Ezra interviews novelist Zadie Smith about her book "The Fraud," identity, and the impact of technology on society. They discuss the tension between amorphous and solidified identities, particularly in the context of political and social pressures. Smith shares her thoughts on th...
In this episode of The Ezra Klein Show, Ezra interviews California Governor Gavin Newsom, exploring a range of topics including the Democratic Party's future, lessons learned from engaging with conservative figures, and the challenges of governing California. Newsom discusses his efforts to understand and address the c...
This is an end-of-year Q&A episode of "The Ezra Klein Show," where Ezra Klein and Claire Gordon discuss listener questions related to previous episodes and columns from the year. The discussion covers topics such as the Trump administration, political polarization, the concept of abundance, the Democratic Party's strat...
In this episode of "Interesting Times," Ross Douthat interviews Julie K. Brown, the investigative journalist whose reporting led to the arrests of Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell. Brown discusses how she initially got drawn into the Epstein case, her investigation into the lenient plea deal Epstein received in 20...
Ezra Klein interviews Sheila Liming, author of "Hanging Out," about the increasing social isolation in modern life and the declining ability to simply spend time with others without a specific agenda. They discuss factors contributing to this isolation, such as decreased free time, the diminishment of public space, and...
In this episode of The Ezra Klein Show, Ezra Klein interviews Fareed Zakaria, host of Fareed Zakaria GPS on CNN and author of "Age of Revolutions." They discuss the historical roots of far-right populism, the shift from economic to cultural dividing lines in politics, and the impact of social media on political discour...
In this episode of The Ezra Klein Show, Ezra interviews Patti Smith, delving into her childhood connection with nature and art, particularly her encounter with a tortoise and her transformative experience with Picasso's art. They discuss the concept of "shamanistic" performance, her father's influence on her intellectu...
Ezra Klein interviews John Ganz about the rise of antisemitism on the American right, focusing on figures like Nick Fuentes and Tucker Carlson. Ganz explains Fuentes' background and the Groyper movement, highlighting their online presence and provocative rhetoric. The discussion explores how Trump's presidency and the ...
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