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Radio Atlantic

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The Atlantic has long been known as an ideas-driven magazine. Now we’re bringing that same ethos to audio. Like the magazine, the show will “road test” the big ideas that both drive the news and shape our culture. Through conversations—and sometimes sharp debates—with the most insightful thinkers and writers on topics of the day, Radio Atlantic will complicate overly simplistic views. It will cut ... more

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Last week’s midterms were clear: American voters are not happy with the war in Iran.

Less clear, though, is what President Trump can or will do now. After elevating his hard-line adviser Stephen Miller to chief of staff and shielding Secretary of De... more

In a resounding rebuke to President Trump, voters this week gave Democrats control over both the House and Senate. Call it a blue wave or a blue tsunami. The power has suddenly shifted to a party that just two years two ago was decimated by Trump and... more

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The midterms elections are finally here—but not without some last-minute drama. In Michigan, Democratic Representative Haley Stevens changed her mind about her primary opponent Abdul El-Sayed over the weekend, and endorsed the Republican candidate fo... more

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The Rio Grande Valley in Texas was a Democratic stronghold for decades before it went for Donald Trump in 2024. Now polls show it swinging to Democrats again.

The Atlantic staff writer Nick Miroff traveled to the region and talked with people whose ... more

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Recent Guests

Nancy Youssef
Staff writer at The Atlantic covering national security.
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Episode: The Secretary of Defensiveness
Tom Nichols
Staff writer at The Atlantic and longtime teacher at the Naval War College.
The Atlantic
Episode: The Secretary of Defensiveness
Ashley Parker
Atlantic staff writer covering politics
The Atlantic
Episode: Did Democrats Win—Or Did Trump Lose?
Michael Scherer
Atlantic staff writer covering politics
The Atlantic
Episode: Did Democrats Win—Or Did Trump Lose?
Gabby Deutch
Atlantic staff writer covering voters and elections
The Atlantic
Episode: The Anger Election’s Final Twist
David A. Graham
Atlantic staff writer covering politics
The Atlantic
Episode: The Anger Election’s Final Twist
Nick Miroff
The Atlantic staff writer who covers immigration
The Atlantic
Episode: How to Lose Texas
Maria Bamford
Comedian and subject of the documentary Paralyzed by Hope
Episode: Maria Bamford Is Tough as Nails
Jonathan Lemire
Atlantic staff writer who has reported extensively on the Russia-Ukraine conflict
The Atlantic
Episode: Why Trump Is Making Deals With Putin

Hosts

Hannah Rosen
Staff writer at The Atlantic
Adam Harris
Staff writer at The Atlantic

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 3k ratings
  • Maria Bamford all day

    The interviewer could have done better. But luckily Maria Bamford stands on her own! Love her

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lolofaerie
    United States18 days ago
  • Top tier in depth interviews that I can trust

    Podcast Addict
    5
    rancol23
    a month ago
  • POTUS analysis is useless

    At this point I can’t even take seriously any analysts talking about this President as if he has any kind of strategy or does any critical thinking about policy, the country, or any global issue. We KNOW that he doesn’t read, he has no intellectual curiosity, he likely has dementia, he is pathologically dishonest….the list goes on. His former Administration told us these things. Please stop talking about him like he’s a “normal second-term President considering his legacy.” It’s absurd. He’s a c... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    saljohar
    United Statesa month ago
  • Normalizing

    If you enjoy middle of the road, Melba toast and normalizing political content… this is the podcast for you. Unsubscribing

    Apple Podcasts
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    Amblin42
    United Statesa month ago
  • Far as it went . . .

    . . . a reasonable review 40 days out. 3 stars because I heard reporting but no emphasis on Trump’s intervention / invention of mid-decade gerrymandering. I heard “downward spiral” but no word of definitive instigation by one president and one party. I heard of voter demoralization or confusion, but no reporter curiosity as to whether either one asked who’s the more responsible for this sense of wobbliness and uncertainty that may bring chaos.

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    Linkin Steff
    United Statesa month ago

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Some appreciate the measured tone and reporting, while others find parts of the political analysis too centrist or insufficiently critical.
Host feedback is mixed: some listeners single out Hanna Rosin's interviewing, while others want stronger questioning or more balanced discussion.
Production complaints include distracting background noise, loud music, glitches, and conversations where speakers talk over one another.
Listeners praise clear, thoughtful interviews and say expert guests make complex subjects accessible.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Anger Election’s Final Twist
Q: What are the polls telling us about what voters are thinking about?
Recent polls from Fox News, the Financial Times, and CNBC placed corruption at the top of voters' concerns. Graham says Democrats have linked concerns about democracy and corruption with economic frustrations, making the issue a potent message against Republicans.
Did Democrats Win—Or Did Trump Lose?
Q: What exactly do voters expect from Democrats? And what's the delicate balance they have to do?
Ashley Parker says voters expect lower prices in everyday life, including at grocery stores and gas stations. Democrats must deliver on cost concerns while managing divisions over other issues and the difficulty of governing.
The Secretary of Defensiveness
Q: How is the administration affecting this decline in morale among service members?
Nichols says Trump has blurred the line between the military and partisan politics, while Youssef says politicized promotions and the removal of experienced officers can undermine morale, damage the chain of command, and make officers less willing to offer candid advice.
Did Democrats Win—Or Did Trump Lose?
Q: How did Democrats pull this off? In one sentence, how did they do it?
Michael Scherer says Democrats reversed the dynamic of 2024 by focusing on the issue voters cared about most. They kept their message simple and repeated that high costs and a rigged system were hurting people.
The Secretary of Defensiveness
Q: What does this reaction tell us about the discord within the administration?
Youssef says Hegseth's forceful defense of the war also responded to impeachment threats and highlighted how personally tied he is to the conflict. She says the video could also signal that he would use impeachment as leverage with Trump and for his political future.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Radio Atlantic

What is Radio Atlantic about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Conversations and reported interviews examine the ideas shaping U.S. politics, international affairs, technology, health, and culture. Atlantic staff writers and outside experts bring reporting, research, and personal experience to questions about elections, government, war, artificial intelligence, gender, mental health, and other issues in the news. The format combines host-led interviews with discussions among journalists, alongside occasional conversations with authors and entertainers about their work and lives.

A distinctive feature is its effort to complicate familiar narratives through on-the-ground reporting and competing perspectives, while connecting current events to wider social and cultural questions. It suits listeners who w... more

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