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Join Shumita Basu every weekday morning as she guides you through some of the most fascinating stories in the news — and how the world’s best journalists are covering them.

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Recent Guests

Michelle Lujan Grisham
Governor of New Mexico, discussed as a potential blueprint and policy leader
New Mexico Government
Episode: This state offered universal child care. Here’s what happened.
Bridget Bowman
National politics reporter with NBC News
NBC News
Episode: The race for the Senate has become a toss-up. Here’s why.
Beatrix von Storch
Deputy leader of the AfD
Alternative for Germany (AfD)
Episode: The far right wins a historic victory in Germany
Jeremy Roebuck
Washington Post reporter covering the Justice Department
The Washington Post
Episode: An ICE agent said he shot a man in self-defense. The DOJ says he lied.
Ishaan Tharoor
Global affairs columnist for the New Yorker
New Yorker
Episode: The unanswered questions behind Trump’s “biggest oil deal” ever
Delci Rodriguez
Interim president of Venezuela
Venezuela government
Episode: The unanswered questions behind Trump’s “biggest oil deal” ever
Marco Rubio
U.S. Secretary of State
U.S. Government
Episode: The unanswered questions behind Trump’s “biggest oil deal” ever
Benjamin Horton
Earth scientist
University of Hong Kong
Episode: The unanswered questions behind Trump’s “biggest oil deal” ever
Brian Underwood
Beauty and grooming director for Men's Health and Women's Health
Hearst/Men's Health & Women's Health
Episode: The real reason so many Americans are convinced sunscreen is dangerous

Hosts

Gideon Resnick
Chief journalist with recurring role as host and regular on-air reporter for major Apple News programs.
Shumita Basu
Host and segment introducer; central voice on several episodes, including coverage transitions.

Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars from 10.5k ratings
  • Shumita Needs To Come Back.

    This show is almost perfect for my commute- I do sometimes wish it was 5-10 minutes longer instead of feeling crammed at times (or there is more detail on less stories overall which is not good either, must be a balance in a 15 minute show). And ever since Gideon came on for Shumita during her absence, the podcast titles have become more inflammatory (it's obvious) and the commentary feels less insightful. I hate how the titles feel like clickbait youtube thumbnails. I also liked how Shumita sta... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    dificlut
    United Statesa month ago
  • We miss you Shumita!

    Excellent show, Gideon Resnick is a great host. Hoping to hear from Shumita Basu again as well; miss her voice and her cadence as she reports the daily news.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CitiCustomer
    United Statesa month ago
  • Saturday episodes

    Always look forward to your Saturday deeper dives. Informative, well presented, current—thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    freebird098
    United Statesa month ago
  • Unbiased reporting

    Love the reporting, and I love Gideon resinick, he gets to business, and reports the facts, without his own opinion

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    gkotary
    United Statesa month ago
  • Reporting facts

    If reported facts don’t jibe with your beliefs it’s time to question your beliefs. Facts don’t care about your beliefs.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    [steve k]
    United States2 months ago

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Many want Shumita Basu back for her distinctive narration and cadence.
Some critics want more balanced international coverage and less sports emphasis.
Positive feedback on ad-free, concise format and compatibility with commutes.
Listeners praise concise, no-nonsense delivery and strong editorial team behind daily updates.

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#198
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#27
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#16
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#26
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Why men are suddenly so worried about their testosterone levels
Q: What should we understand about how this is showing up differently in different places?
The discussion highlights that acceptance and use of TRT differ across communities, including straight and gay communities, and that marketing and privacy considerations shape how people perceive and pursue testosterone optimization.
Why men are suddenly so worried about their testosterone levels
Q: What is important to understand in terms of the difference between testosterone and TRT?
Testosterone is the body's natural hormone produced mainly in the testicles, while TRT is a laboratory-made replacement that aims to restore or elevate levels when natural production is insufficient, with a nuanced historical context about indications and safety.
Why men are suddenly so worried about their testosterone levels
Q: You've been so immersed in all of this for so long, bodybuilding and gym culture, and you wrote a book about muscle. How do you capture in words this moment when it comes to testosterone?
The interviewee explains that the moment is marked by a mix of sharp clarity and deep confusion, as cultural narratives about male strength, body image, and performance collide with evolving medical understandings and individual experiences with TRT.
This tick can give you a life-threatening allergy. It’s spreading across the U.S.
Q: What practical steps can someone take to reduce risk while enjoying outdoor activities?
Perform regular tick checks, use DEET or permethrin-treated clothing, and prefer permethrin-treated gear when hiking in tick-prone areas; awareness and prevention are essential since avoidance of triggers is a key strategy.
This tick can give you a life-threatening allergy. It’s spreading across the U.S.
Q: What should a person do if they suspect Alpha Gal—what should they ask their doctor?
Ask specifically about testing for Alpha Gal antibodies; discuss recent tick exposure, timing of symptoms after meat consumption, and consider dietary changes if advised by a clinician.

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The show delivers brisk, weekday news briefings that weave hard-hitting international and domestic events with reporter-style context and occasional sports and culture segments. Across episodes, listeners get quick updates on geopolitics, U.S. politics, regulatory action, health and technology topics, and notable human-interest stories, all framed by live reporting and expert analysis. A standout trait is the mix of concise, fact-driven updates with deeper dives and guest perspectives, plus sponsor integrations and a rotating group of correspondents and hosts that keeps the cadence informative and accessible for busy professionals seeking a reliable daily briefing.

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