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Apple News In Conversation with Shumita Basu brings you interviews with some of the world’s best journalists and experts about the stories that impact our lives. Join us every week as we go behind the headlines.

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In just a few years, U.S. school districts have gone from blocking AI tools to welcoming them into classrooms. In a recent story for Bloomberg Businessweek, contributing writer Vauhini Vara reports on how these tools are being used — and what they me... more

Earlier this month, conservative activist Charlie Kirk was fatally shot during an event at Utah Valley University. The public response has amplified political divisions, leaving many people feeling anxious about the state of the country. Sean Westwoo... more

The Constitution has been amended 27 times, but the last meaningful change was over half a century ago. In her new book, We the People: A History of the U.S. Constitution, historian Jill Lepore argues that the near impossibility of amendment in recen... more

When Christine was 9, her mother began having delusions that upended their family’s life. Her mother was eventually diagnosed with schizophrenia, but treatments had no effect. Nearly two decades later, after she started medication for cancer, her psy... more

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Recent Guests

Vauhini Vara
Contributing writer for Bloomberg Businessweek, has covered tech industry and AI in education
Bloomberg Businessweek
Episode: Schools blocked ChatGPT. Now they embrace it. What changed?
Sean Westwood
Associate professor of government at Dartmouth College and director of the Polarization Research Lab
Dartmouth College
Episode: What we get wrong about political violence in the U.S.
Shoshana Walter
Journalist and author, focusing on addiction treatment system
Reveal
Episode: Why recovering from addiction is so hard in America
Emily Nussbaum
Staff writer at The New Yorker
The New Yorker
Episode: Rebroadcast: How “real” is reality TV?
Anne Applebaum
Staff writer at The Atlantic and author of Autocracy, Inc.
The Atlantic
Episode: How Sudan’s collapse exposes America’s fading global power
Eyal Press
Contributing writer at The New Yorker and a fellow at Tite Media Center
The New Yorker
Episode: The hidden agenda behind “no tax on tips”
Elizabeth Bruenig
Journalist and writer, formerly at the New York Times and currently at The Atlantic, focusing on issues like capital punishment
The Atlantic
Episode: “There’s no good way to kill somebody”: what the death penalty looks like in America
Amanda Hess
Culture critic at The New York Times and author
The New York Times
Episode: How tech is transforming parenthood (for better or worse)
Evan Osnos
Reporter for The New Yorker and author of 'The Haves and Have-Yachts'
The New Yorker
Episode: “We are living in a new Gilded Age”: how the billionaire class came to power

Host

Shumita Basu
Host of interviews focusing on impactful stories and expert insights that reflect current social issues and human experiences.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 1.7k ratings
  • The bubble where liberals go hang out in the world they talk about that does not exist

    I have never seen nothing like this before I have wanted to see this for the people by the people evil has had his turn now we get our turn that’s what’s happening. All will be known for you bubble people. It will be constant denial of the truth. I don’t know if the science will come up with some kind of medication for you or not it would help you stay out of that bubblelots of laughter

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    Busy guide is big brother
    United States11 days ago
  • Jon

    In Conversation is worth listening to on non-political topics 5⭐️Apple News Daily frames the news through a leftist lens 1 ⭐️. Shamita tries to be subtle with her adverbs and adjectives: “Alarmingly, the Trump admin…” Let listeners decide if they should be alarmed. Her “expert” interviews on political issues are selected to convince the listener of a left-wing perspective. Sells itself as objective, but is very biased toward a left-leaning spin. Worth listening to in order to pick out the logi... more

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    VerumQuaesitor
    United States20 days ago
  • What a funny way to start my day!

    The only, and I truly mean the only reason I listen to the show is because of how entertaining it is to listen to her give the most inaccurate political news possible. When Trump says fake news, this fake news that, this lady truly is at the top of that list. It makes my heart warm, listening to how she attempts to undermine Trump and every Republican at any angle that she possibly can when the facts or something completely opposite as to what she is “reporting.” Man I get a kick out of this! 😂... more

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    Ankeil
    United Statesa month ago
  • Morning must

    This is my morning go to!

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    Cheryl843
    United Statesa month ago
  • Very biased

    This podcast has an ideology that forces down the public

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    Whoredomez
    United States2 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the in-depth and thoughtful nature of conversations, often commending the respectful and engaging interviewing style.

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Schools blocked ChatGPT. Now they embrace it. What changed?
Q: What impact did Nate Fairchild observe on his students after using AI in the classroom?
He noted improved subject knowledge as well as communication skills but was unsure how much was related to the AI tool itself.
Schools blocked ChatGPT. Now they embrace it. What changed?
Q: What are the potential negative consequences of AI in education?
Vauhini points to concerns over student privacy, dependence on technology, and the quality of learning outcomes.
How Sudan’s collapse exposes America’s fading global power
Q: Can you help me understand what has happened in the past decade, 15 years? Do you see a particular turning point that brought us to this moment of declining American interest in this conflict?
The interest in Sudan has seen a decline due to various factors including the saturation of information regarding conflicts leading to desensitization, a lack of diplomatic engagement, and the emergence of other global crises overshadowing Sudan.
How one state became a blueprint for Trump’s immigration crackdown
Q: What do we know about public opinion at large at this point?
A recent NPR poll shows a divide in public opinion, with some Americans feeling safer due to the administration's policies but a majority believing that ICE enforcement has gone too far.
How one state became a blueprint for Trump’s immigration crackdown
Q: Can you talk a bit about what story you think is behind those numbers?
Despite a decrease in border crossings, many individuals are too scared to enter the U.S. due to fears around detention and deportation, with some expressing a desire to self-deport instead.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Apple News In Conversation

What is Apple News In Conversation about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast features in-depth discussions with leading journalists and experts, particularly focusing on critical social issues and current events shaping our lives. Frequent themes include addiction treatment, immigration policies, humanitarian crises, and wealth inequality, highlighting systemic issues and diverse personal stories. The format emphasizes thoughtful and respectful conversations that aim to provide listeners with a deeper understanding of the complexities behind the news, with guests often sharing unique insights from their professional experiences or personal narratives. This approach makes it a valuable resource for those interested in current affairs and social justice, offering nuanced perspectives that often go unnotic... more

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Recent guests on Apple News In Conversation include:

1. Vauhini Vara
2. Sean Westwood
3. Shoshana Walter
4. Emily Nussbaum
5. Anne Applebaum
6. Eyal Press
7. Elizabeth Bruenig
8. Amanda Hess

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