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Shane Smith Has Questions

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Shane Smith Has Questions is a dynamic, apolitical podcast hosted by Shane Smith dedicated to getting to the bottom of prominent instances of misinformation and disinformation while revealing the fascinating fundamental truths (if there are any?) of the most interesting and convoluted social and political issues of our time. For advertising opportunities please email PodcastPartnerships@Studio71us... more

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The Strait of Hormuz is effectively closed, and energy expert Amos Hochstein is calling this the single greatest energy crisis in global history bigger than the 1973 OPEC embargo. With roughly 10 million barrels of oil per day missing from global mar... more

Shane Smith sits down with Senator Bernie Sanders for a conversation that cuts straight to the heart of America's biggest crisis artificial intelligence. Bernie warns that a handful of the world's wealthiest men are quietly engineering the most conse... more

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Shane Smith travels to Venezuela for a special episode of Shane Smith Has Questions, on the ground for the first meeting between U.S. Energy Secretary Chris Wright and acting Venezuelan President Delcy Rodríguez — the Trump administration’s first off... more

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Shane sits down with Andrew Yang, entrepreneur, Forward Party founder, and former presidential and mayoral candidate for a wide-open conversation about what happens to America when AI collides with a political system stuck in the 1800s. They start wi... more

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Bernie Sanders
US Senator from Vermont
U.S. Senate
Episode: Congress Isn’t Ready for AI ft. Senator Bernie Sanders I Shane Smith Has Questions
Lawrence Lessig
Professor at Harvard and advocate for campaign finance reform and democracy reform
Harvard University
Episode: The Case That Could Take Down Super PACs & Stop Dark Money ft. Lawrence Lessig | Shane Has Questions
Aaron Parnas
A young lawyer and journalist discussing the implications of social media on journalism and his father's political controversies.
Episode: How Social Media Rewired Journalism ft. Aaron Parnas | Shane Smith Has Questions
Ian Bremmer
Founder and President of Eurasia Group, respected international relations expert
Eurasia Group
Episode: Are We Headed for Global Chaos? ft. Ian Bremmer | Shane Smith Has Questions
Julian Kelly
Senior Director of Hardware at Google Quantum AI
Google
Episode: The Quantum Chip That Might Change Everything ft. Julian Kelly | Shane Smith Has Questions
Andrew Callaghan
Content creator, journalist, filmmaker known for his work on Channel 5 and All Gas No Brakes.
Channel 5
Episode: Inside the WILD World of Independent Journalism ft. Andrew Callaghan | Shane Smith Has Questions
Karen Bass
43rd Mayor of Los Angeles and first woman to serve in this role, previously a U.S. Representative
City of Los Angeles
Episode: Inside LA’s Wildfire Crisis & Political Fallout ft. Karen Bass | Shane Has Questions | Vice News
Keegan Gibbs
Co-founder of Community Brigade, a group aiding in wildfire response.
Community Brigade
Episode: Inside LA’s Wildfire Crisis & Political Fallout ft. Karen Bass | Shane Has Questions | Vice News
Rick Caruso
Businessman and former mayoral candidate in Los Angeles
Steadfast LA
Episode: Inside LA’s Fire Disaster & Political Chaos ft. Rick Caruso | Shane Has Questions

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Shane Smith
Host known for engaging discussions and deep dives into societal and political themes, often challenging the status quo and addressing inaccuracies in mainstream narratives.

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4.4 out of 5 stars from 340 ratings
  • Interesting Conversations between hours of ads

    This isn’t a podcast. There is a 1-2 minute ad break every 2 minutes. If you’ve ever wondered why vice failed listen to 10 minutes of this slop. If for some reason you need to watch one of these episodes there is genuinely less ads on YouTube, (only about 20-30% of total watch time instead of 30-40%).

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    <_Jake_>
    Canada3 months ago
  • Shane Smith is the OG of gonzo!

    I have listened to most of the episodes and am a big fan! I’ve loved Vice and really enjoyed the channel and the amazing journalism! Shane is the OG of gonzo journalism! Ali’s the recent episode with Hamliton was so good! I wish he had his own podcast! I will definitely be buying his book! I do wish Shane didn’t cut him off so much as I really wanted to hear a few of those stories more! I love Hamiltons Pharmacopiea and really wish he still had his own show! I have always felt the same way about... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jethro boden
    United States6 months ago
  • Honestly Good

    Love Shane’s approach. I lean a little more to the left, but he can even make even guys like Jordan P. bearable. Love it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ptys.
    New Zealand9 months ago
  • Ask all the questions.

    Shane is a fine interviewer but often fails to ask the follow-ups to demand proof for the claims of his guests. Example: a claim of being debanked by one of the wealthiest men in the country. Follow-up: why didn’t you sue?

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    4
    page two
    United Statesa year ago
  • GOAT

    Shane has always been one of the best figures in media. Love to see the new content.

    Apple Podcasts
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    John Higgenbottom
    United Statesa year ago

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Many value the focus on uncovering truths about misinformation and political issues.
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Audience feedback reflects a desire for more balanced perspectives across varying political leanings.
Listeners appreciate the in-depth discussions and the candidness of the host.

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Congress Isn’t Ready for AI ft. Senator Bernie Sanders I Shane Smith Has Questions
Q: All right. Let's get to some newsy stuff that you're working on. You got two big things. Let's talk first about the data centers and AI.
Bernie Sanders argues that AI's rapid expansion will bring profound economic and social changes, emphasizing the need to consider workers' livelihoods, energy and environmental costs, and the role of government in guiding safe, pro-people development.
The Case That Could Take Down Super PACs & Stop Dark Money ft. Lawrence Lessig | Shane Has Questions
Q: How can people help with the initiative in Maine?
People can understand the stakes of the Maine initiative, support reforms, and spread awareness about the detrimental effects of super PACs on democracy.
The Case That Could Take Down Super PACs & Stop Dark Money ft. Lawrence Lessig | Shane Has Questions
Q: Why is the case happening in Maine so important?
The case in Maine is vital because it aims to limit super PAC contributions, potentially restoring fairness to the electoral process and empowering voters over wealthy donors.
Why Hollywood Lost Its Soul ft. Barry Diller | Shane Smith Has Questions
Q: When you see a major shift in technology, how do you feel about the current narrative in Hollywood?
Diller discusses the technological shift and states that it's remarkable how the making of films has decreased in importance compared to the tech-driven aspects of the industry now.
Why Hollywood Lost Its Soul ft. Barry Diller | Shane Smith Has Questions
Q: Can you tell me about your nervous breakdown at 19?
Diller reveals that it was not classic and he was not hospitalized, but he was on the maximum dose of tranquilizers due to anxiety triggered by confusion in his life. He spent three years in intensive psychotherapy sorting through his issues.

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This series features a host who navigates complex and pressing social and political issues, presenting rich discussions that aim to uncover the core truths buried beneath layers of misinformation and disinformation. Topics range from the implications of artificial intelligence and the influence of money in politics to the existential challenges presented by climate change and social media's role in journalism. Each episode brings forth diverse voices, including experts and thought leaders from various fields, making for an insightful exploration into contemporary issues that affect society's fabric. Notably, the interactions are often candid and thought-provoking, encouraging listeners to reflect on their own beliefs and the evolving world ... more

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4. Ian Bremmer
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6. Andrew Callaghan
7. Karen Bass
8. Keegan Gibbs

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