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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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President Trump is striking deals again—this time with the Russian dictator Vladimir Putin. On Friday, he exempted Russia from a sanctions bill that Congress had passed and he had signed. The executive order followed a deal on importing diesel fuel f... more

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Politics has seemed obsessed recently with performing masculinity. If there’s one factor that animated Donald Trump’s reelection and continues to animate the political right in general, it’s “masculinism,” a movement to fight back against the advance... more

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Who really controls America’s next era in space: NASA or two billionaire rivals? It might be some combination of the three. On this episode of Radio Atlantic, Adam Harris talks with Atlantic staff writer Josh Tyrangiel about SpaceX’s dominance in sat... more

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The Atlantic staff writer Sarah Fitzpatrick discusses her recent story, “Is There Anything Kash Patel Won’t Do for Trump Before the Midterms?” She explains what agents and other sources are telling her about how the mission of the FBI has changed, ho... more

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Recent Guests

Josh Tyrangiel
Colleague at The Atlantic, author of a piece on SpaceX and Blue Origin
The Atlantic
Episode: Musk, Bezos, and the New Space Race
Sarah Fitzpatrick
Staff writer covering FBI and politics
The Atlantic
Episode: How Far Is Kash Patel Willing to Go for Trump?
Russell Berman
Atlantic staff writer
The Atlantic
Episode: The 2026 Midterms Must-Watch List
David Graham
Atlantic staff writer
The Atlantic
Episode: The 2026 Midterms Must-Watch List
Min Jin Lee
Author of Pachinko and American Hagwon
Author
Episode: Min Jin Lee’s Underdog Morality
Madeleine Carlisle
National political reporter
The Atlantic
Episode: Republicans Are Running From Trump. Will It Work?
Vivian Salama
Atlantic staff writer
The Atlantic
Episode: Egypt Warned Israel Before October 7
Geoffrey Hinton
British-Canadian computer scientist and cognitive psychologist, Nobel Prize and Turing Award laureate, prominent AI researcher
University of Toronto; Google/DeepMind affiliations discussed
Episode: What the 'Godfather of AI' Thinks Humanity Should Do
Rogé Karma
Atlantic staff writer
The Atlantic
Episode: Trump Battles Against an Economy of His Making

Hosts

Hanna Rosin
Host of Radio Atlantic; Atlantic/The Atlantic tie-ins; long-form political and cultural analysis
Adam Harris
Co-host/host; focus on political analysis and reporting; frequent guest on broader Atlantic slate

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 3k ratings
  • 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

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    5
    saljohar
    United States23 days ago
  • Normalizing

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

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    1
    Amblin42
    United States23 days 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.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Linkin Steff
    United States24 days ago
  • Superb!

    Outstanding interview, questions and answers, giving a window into the future with AI.

    Dr Hinton was so clear with his answers, using perfect metaphors to help us understand. Thank you 🤩

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Marialucgom
    United Statesa month ago
  • Disappointing.

    Sad and puzzling to hear two of The Atlantic’s women writers be so dismissive of Taylor Swift’s accomplishments.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    KKMMex
    United Statesa month ago

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Many appreciate long-form, narrative journalism combined with policy analysis.
Some episodes attract criticism for pacing or controversial takes, indicating strong engagement and debate potential.
Listeners praise rigorous, thoughtful interviews and diverse expert guests.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Egypt Warned Israel Before October 7
Q: What did you find out about the October 7th attack?
The reporting showed that there were warnings and communications from the Egyptian intelligence chief and other sources prior to October 7, including a visit to Israel and two written cables, which raised questions about whether authorities were adequately prepared or informed.
Republicans Are Running From Trump. Will It Work?
Q: Toluse, is this pre-election politics as usual or is there something new shaping Republican behavior?
The reporting suggests a mix: some normal retreat from an unpopular president, but a new openness to daylight and strategic positioning as Trump's popularity wanes and different issues rise in importance for voters.
What the 'Godfather of AI' Thinks Humanity Should Do
Q: What is super intelligence as a step above current AI models?
Super intelligence is a stage where AI rapidly improves itself, leading to an exponential takeoff where the AI becomes vastly smarter than humans, with the potential to outthink and outmaneuver human control. The discussion emphasizes the uncertainty and variance in how quickly this could happen and what form it would take.
Sarah Longwell's Playbook for Defeating MAGA
Q: What is the biggest mistake Democrats make in talking about immigration and safety?
She argues for condemning excesses on immigration while promising safety and border integrity, reframing the debate around law and order and the right way to reform the system, rather than portraying immigrants as threats.
Sarah Longwell's Playbook for Defeating MAGA
Q: Why are you in the business of giving advice to Democrats as a former Republican?
Longwell explains that her focus groups show where voters connect with policies and that Democratic messaging should build on material well-being and practical solutions, not just ideological arguments, to bridge divides and win elections.

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

The program consistently grapples with big, timely questions at the intersection of politics, policy, and culture. Across episodes, listeners encounter in-depth reporting and thoughtful analysis on topics like local governance and economic development, elections and democracy, immigration enforcement, and national security. The show often features long-form conversations with journalists, policymakers, and subject-matter experts, plus narrative reporting that situates complex issues in real-world contexts. A few standout traits include rigorous, archival-informed discussions, cross-cutting perspectives from The Atlantic stable of writers, and a willingness to challenge simple narratives with careful scrutiny and human-centered storytelling.... more

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