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After the Fact is a podcast from The Pew Charitable Trusts that brings you data and analysis on the issues that matter to you—from our environment and the sciences, to larger economic trends and public health. Experts from Pew and other special guests discuss the numbers and trends shaping some of society's biggest challenges with host Dan LeDuc, then go behind the facts with nonpartisan analysis ... more

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Text message reminders help many of us manage our busy, day-to-day lives—especially for important appointments. But what happens when that appointment is a court date? These systems are often not digital and not set up to help people who forget or ar... more

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As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, Americans are growing more concerned about the state of the nation's democracy. According to Pew Research Center, 80% of U.S. adults say that when it comes to major issues facing the country, Re... more

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Getting a first smartphone has become a modern rite of passage for many children and teens. And with the rise of social media and the constant need to stay connected, today's kids are spending more time online than any other generation.

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A cancer diagnosis can be devastating. And the chemotherapy that often follows can be particularly rigorous. The American Cancer Society projects that 2.1 million people in the United States will be diagnosed with cancer in 2026—but researchers are ... more

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Recent Guests

Michelle Russell
Pew researcher on Courts and Communities project
Pew Charitable Trusts
Episode: Message Received: A Solution for Missed Court Hearings
Spencer Cox
Governor of Utah
Utah Governor
Episode: How Civil Discourse Can Help the U.S. Find Common Ground
Wes Moore
Governor of Maryland
Maryland Governor
Episode: How Civil Discourse Can Help the U.S. Find Common Ground
Kevin Stitt
Governor of Oklahoma
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Episode: How Civil Discourse Can Help the U.S. Find Common Ground
Andrea Davis
Founder of Better Screen Time, helps families set healthier boundaries with screens
Better Screen Time
Episode: How Parental Stress Fuels Doomscrolling
Ziyang Zhang
Assistant professor at UC Berkeley, 2023 Pew-Stewart Scholar for Cancer Research
UC Berkeley
Episode: From Lab to Life: Making Cancer Treatment Less Toxic
Liz Farmer
Member of Pew's Fiscal 50 team
The Pew Charitable Trusts
Episode: What's the Deal With State Budgets This Year?
Abby Angolia
Gen Z correspondent and financial influencer
Episode: Gen Z Vibes on Retirement
John Scott
Retirement savings expert
Pew Charitable Trusts
Episode: Gen Z Vibes on Retirement

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Dan LeDuc
Host of After the Fact
Emily Chow
Host of After the Fact

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 155 ratings
  • A podcast for everyone

    Some of the episodes on this podcast are some of my favorite things I’ve listened to. Interesting interviews, fact-driven, nonpartisan. Professional host. Although the episodes begin with a data point, the narrative style showcases some of the most poignant journalism in the business.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Craig2372
    United States5 years ago
  • Excellent

    Good content and concise presentation.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ok tr
    United States6 years ago
  • Very informative and non-ideological

    This podcast is a great source for insights into emerging trends in American society, without an ideological axe to grind.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LogeNonDorma
    United States7 years ago
  • Great insight in short amount of time

    Pew presents clear insights on a wide range of topics in a short amount of time. Great for those of us interested in a wide variety of subjects and curious about what we don’t know as well.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AshevilleintheFall
    United States7 years ago
  • this is a great and informatic podcast!!!

    listen to it!!! and learn !!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    stells <3
    United States7 years ago

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Message Received: A Solution for Missed Court Hearings
Q: How are state and local legislatures responding to the desire for these reforms to some of these changes?
Legislatures have given positive feedback and are exploring rollout strategies, with data and research on reminders strengthening the case for cost-effective reforms and several bills already being discussed to adopt or improve reminder programs.
Message Received: A Solution for Missed Court Hearings
Q: Based on your research, what's the real story behind why people miss their court dates?
People miss dates because life stuff gets in the way—work schedules, transportation, or simply forgetting—rather than a general lack of responsibility; this is supported by poll data where forgetting was the top reason for missing a court date.
Message Received: A Solution for Missed Court Hearings
Q: What cases make up most of the workload, would you say?
The vast majority are traffic cases, around 57% of all cases, with housing-related matters like eviction or debt collection as the second category, and public safety cases comprising roughly 17%, many of which are misdemeanors such as shoplifting or drug possession related to family matters.
How Parental Stress Fuels Doomscrolling
Q: What practical steps can parents begin with to set healthier boundaries?
Start with conversations in the form of 'tech talks,' develop a Family Tech Plan, delay device ownership where feasible, and use self-evaluation tools like Am I Ready to establish milestones and accountability.
How Parental Stress Fuels Doomscrolling
Q: So where does screen time fit into the larger work Pew is doing on youth mental health?
Screen time is a core factor tied to stress, but its impact depends on what the activity is—creating, connecting, or consuming—so the approach is to promote healthier patterns and boundaries rather than simply limiting use.

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Frequently Asked Questions About After the Fact

What is After the Fact about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This program consistently centers data-driven conversations on pressing societal issues, spanning environment, science, public health, economics, and public policy. Episodes feature Pew researchers and external experts who translate numbers and trends into practical storytelling, often highlighting policy implications, prevention strategies, and nonpartisan analyses. A few standout patterns include accessible explainers (often anchored by frameworks and checklists), cross-cutting topics like health outcomes, housing, and budgeting, and a bias toward journalistically rigorous, evidence-based discourse. A notable strength is the mix of Pew-backed research with expert guests that informs audiences who want clear, data-backed perspectives witho... more

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