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What Next | Daily News and Analysis

The problem with the news right now? It’s everywhere. And each day, it can feel like we’re all just mindlessly scrolling. It’s why we created What Next. This short daily show is here to help you make sense of things. When the news feels overwhelming, we’re here to help you answer: What next? Look for new episodes every weekday morning. Get more of What Next with Slate Plus! Join for exclusive bonus episodes of What Next and ad-free listening on all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe from the What Next show page on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, or visit slate.com/whatnextplus for access wherever you listen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episodes

The podcast episode "What Next TBD" features an interview with Dan Diamond from The Washington Post, focusing on the recent White House announcement concerning autism. The discussion unpacks President Trump and RFK Jr.'s interest in autism, the controversial claims linking Tylenol use during pregnancy to increased auti...

Jimmy Kimmel Got His Job Back. She Didn’t.

25 Sep 2025

27m

A Surgeon in Gaza’s “End Game”

24 Sep 2025

33m

Trump’s Attack on Visas

23 Sep 2025

31m

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This episode of What Next features an interview with ProPublica reporter Max Blau, who discusses the H-1B and H-2A visa programs and the Trump administration's proposed changes. The conversation covers the potential impact on high-skilled tech workers and seasonal farm laborers, highlighting the exploitation and abuse ...

How Big Media Obeys in Advance

22 Sep 2025

28m

TBD | Is A.I. Taking Your Job?

21 Sep 2025

31m

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This podcast episode of "What Next TBD" explores the increasing role of artificial intelligence in the job market, particularly its impact on younger workers. Host Lizzie O'Leary interviews Danielle Abril, a labor market reporter for The Washington Post, who shares her experiences and insights on AI's use in recruitmen...