Plain English with Derek Thompson
The RingerLongtime Atlantic tech, culture and political writer Derek Thompson cuts through all the noise surrounding the big questions and headlines that matter to you in his new podcast Plain English. Hear Derek and guests engage the news with clear viewpoints and memorable takeaways. New episodes drop every Tuesday and Friday, and if you've got a topic you want discussed, shoot us an email at plainenglish... more
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 337 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | NewsNews Commentary | |||
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Apple Podcasts1mjpeez19
United States17 days ago - Matt Yglesias is why we hate dems
Having Matt Yglesias discuss affordability is why Americans hate dems. People scream that the country is unaffordable for the working class, he says “you’re wrong!” Dems must stop listening to that man, just as I’ve stopped listening to this podcast.
Apple Podcasts1TLaballUnited States17 days ago - Is it plain though?
I don’t know that the title holds when you hear a quote like “You know your economic activity is bubblicious if you try to dress it up in financial opacity” but I enjoy listening all the same. 😛 Thanks for your hard work and quality guests!
Apple Podcasts4KittyJamiroquaiUnited States18 days ago - Highly recommend
Today’s world is messy and complicated. This podcast makes me believe in journalism in an age where polarization and thoughtless opinions permeate. Derek dives into a great range of subjects that are extremely relevant to today’s challenges by talking with thoughtful and intelligent guests. While journalism requires reporting on problems, this show does an incredible job at doing so while also providing hope for ways to overcome challenges. I believe the world is better than it can seem online.... more
Apple Podcasts5golfer4lyfe!United Statesa month ago - Fresh voices
I like that the guests aren’t the same handful of people doing the media rounds or promoting a new book. They’re often lesser-known voices or experts connected to a story in a more unexpected way.
Apple Podcasts5Pau8304United Statesa month ago
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Spotify | #33 | United States/News |
Apple Podcasts | #18 | United States/News/News Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #59 | United States/News |
Apple Podcasts | #12 |  Canada/News/News Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #21 |  United Kingdom/News/News Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #83 | Canada/News |
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Engaging discussions focus on the intersection of politics, culture, technology, and economics, providing listeners with insights into current events through the lens of thoughtful analysis. Guest contributions from experts across diverse fields add depth and various perspectives to the topics explored, such as economic policies, societal changes, and significant historical contexts. Listeners can expect a blend of topical relevance and accessible conversations that aim to clarify complex issues, encouraging critical thinking and informed discourse.
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3. The Zach Lowe Show
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5. The Ezra Klein Show
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Recent guests on Plain English include:
1. Michael Batnick
2. Ben Carlson
3. Ken Burns
4. Jonathan Cohen
5. Michael Lewis
6. Ethan Mollick
7. Jake Auchincloss
8. Azeem Azhar
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