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The Intercept Briefing

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Cut through the noise with The Intercept’s reporters as they tackle the most urgent issues of the moment. The Briefing is a weekly podcast delivering news, incisive political analysis and deep investigative reporting, hosted by The Intercept’s journalists and contributors including Jessica Washington, Akela Lacy, and Jordan Uhl.

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Kate Knibbs
Senior writer at Wired who covers prediction markets, the future of media, and AI's impact on the Internet
Wired
Episode: Prediction Markets Have a Lock on the Midterms
Mahmoud Khalil
First pro-Palestine student taken by ICE; activist and author
The Intercept interview guest (book: No Land to Stand On)
Episode: Mahmoud Khalil: “We Can’t Afford to Stay Silent”
Usamah Andrabi
Communications Director and Spokesperson for Justice Democrats
Justice Democrats
Episode: The Blueprint for Democrats to Win Back Voters
Naomi Klein
Award-winning journalist and documentary filmmaker; author of End Times Fascism and The Shock Doctrine
University of British Columbia (as professor) and author
Episode: Apocalypse Now: Naomi Klein and Astra Taylor Investigate the End-Timers Alliance
Astra Taylor
Award-winning journalist and documentarian; co-founder of The Debt Collective; author
The Debt Collective
Episode: Apocalypse Now: Naomi Klein and Astra Taylor Investigate the End-Timers Alliance
Sam Biddle
Intercept Senior Technology Reporter focusing on surveillance, privacy and corporate power
The Intercept
Episode: The AI Doomsday Future Is Not Inevitable
Jason Koebler
Co-founder of 404 Media, journalist covering surveillance and AI
404 Media
Episode: The AI Doomsday Future Is Not Inevitable
Rozina Ali
Journalist and contributing writer, New York Times Magazine; fellow at New America and at Time Media Center
New York Times Magazine / Time Media Center / New America
Episode: 25 Years After 9/11, Muslims Are Still Politicians’ Favorite Scapegoat
Katelyn Burns
Journalist, Burns Notice, co-host of Cancel Me, Daddy podcast
Burns Notice
Episode: Right-Wing Trans Hate Comes for the WNBA

Hosts

Jessica Washington
Host of The Intercept Briefing; The Intercept journalist
Akela Lacy
Host of The Intercept Briefing; Senior politics reporter

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4.2 out of 5 stars from 10k ratings
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    Every podcast show a commitment to presenting great insightful stories, well done!!

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    Good podcast for some truth !

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    United States6 months ago
  • The soothing monotone is unbearable

    This podcast, The Drop Site, The Intercept, are actually very interesting, BUT, ALL THE PEOPLE TALKING IN AAAAAAALL of them seem to be falling ASLEEP!!!! I don’t know! Drink a coffee or something, all in a monotone, very soft, slow and mellow…. PLEASE! I can’t make such an effort to survive the soothing mood that bore me to death in order to try to hear the information you have.

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Mahmoud Khalil: “We Can’t Afford to Stay Silent”
Q: What do you hope readers take away from your book and your activism in terms of accountability and policy changes?
The goal is to expose coordinated networks of groups and government actors that target activists, push for accountability through courts and public pressure, and inspire ongoing resistance to authoritaritarian practices against dissent.
Mahmoud Khalil: “We Can’t Afford to Stay Silent”
Q: To start, I want to ask you about your family. You were being held at a remote ICE detention center in Louisiana when your son Dean was born last year. How is Dean now?
Dean is a wonderful, wild 17-month-old who brings joy and motivation to Mahmoud as he fights legal battles and displacement, illustrating how families are affected by detention policies.
The Blueprint for Democrats to Win Back Voters
Q: What is the strategic takeaway from the Justice Democrats' recent cycle as described by Usamah Andrabi?
Andrabi emphasizes building a broad donor network, mounting robust campaigns against entrenched interests like Aipac, and backing candidates who push a bold, working-class agenda to shift Democratic priorities and energy.
The AI Doomsday Future Is Not Inevitable
Q: What does the everyday person be able to do to divest from the surveillance economy?
The guests discuss practical steps like opting out of biometric programs where possible, engaging in local advocacy to pressure city councils, and supporting privacy-forward policies, while acknowledging that total opt-out from modern society is impractical.
The AI Doomsday Future Is Not Inevitable
Q: Sam, what stayed the same since the NSA era and what's new now?
Sam explains the persistence of the NSA framework alongside privatization, noting that while some capabilities remain public via government agencies, the private sector has become a dominant force in surveillance, enabling broader access and cheaper, more scalable data collection.

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The show centers on in-depth political analysis and investigative reporting, often unpacking how money, policy, and power shape current elections and governance. Episodes frequently dissect high-profile races, lobbying influence, civil liberties, and national security, with a focus on progressives and how their strategies meet real-world constraints. A notable strength is the rigorous, data-informed discussion that blends reporting with expert commentary from policy researchers and advocacy groups, offering listeners a nuanced view of complex political dynamics. The program's willingness to interrogate mainstream narratives and highlight structural issues makes it a valuable resource for those seeking a brisk, informed take on U.S. politics... more

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