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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

Which Came First, the Bird Flu or the Egg?

27 Nov 2024

26m

A New Strategy for Banning Abortion

26 Nov 2024

26m

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This podcast explores the revival of pro-natalist arguments against abortion, where some states argue that declining birth rates linked to abortion access represent a "sovereign injury." It delves into the historical ties between abortion legality and population issues, highlighting how concerns about birth rates have ...

The Department of Justice (DOJ) has proposed that Google be required to sell its Chrome browser and provide essential data to its competitors to tackle its monopolistic behavior. This move poses a serious challenge for Google, as Chrome is not only its leading browser but also a vital component of its advertising reven...

Mass Deportation How?

21 Nov 2024

28m

Trump’s Shadow Cabinet

20 Nov 2024

31m

Welcome to Trump City, USA

19 Nov 2024

30m

Jamie Raskin: “We Can’t Let The Fear Paralyze Us”

18 Nov 2024

27m

TBD | The X-odus

17 Nov 2024

28m

TBD | The Manosphere That Delivered Trump Back to Power

15 Nov 2024

24m

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The podcast explores how Donald Trump effectively tapped into non-traditional media influencers to engage young male voters during the election. Unlike the Biden campaign, which took a more structured and professional approach to influencer marketing, Trump opted for candid conversations with popular podcasters and str...

Can SNL Meet the Moment?

14 Nov 2024

33m

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In this podcast episode, the hosts delve into Saturday Night Live's (SNL) depiction of politics, especially during and after the 2020 and 2024 presidential elections. They examine how effectively SNL has satirized Donald Trump, comparing it to its past successes in shaping public views of figures like Sarah Palin. The ...

Trump Vs The World

13 Nov 2024

27m

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In this podcast episode, the discussion centers on how a second Trump presidency could impact U.S. foreign policy, particularly regarding Ukraine and the Middle East. The expert guest raises alarms about Trump's anticipated isolationist approach and his push for quick resolutions to conflicts. They warn that this could...