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The 2026 World Cup final has not happened yet, but we already know that there were some clear winners (and total losers) during the tournament. And we’re not just talking about what happened on the pitch. Ahead of Sunday’s game, host Carter Sherman s... more
Over the past ten days, ICE officials have killed two immigrants in separate shootings in Texas and Maine. While the Department of Homeland Security has claimed that the officers were acting in self-defense and the interest of public safety, no evide... more
Thanks to pollution, overpopulation and the climate crisis, Earth is facing a terrifying new crisis: an irreversible "water bankruptcy". Now, fights over water have ramped up across the world, including in the US west. Host Carter Sherman speaks with... more
Earlier this week, Graham Platner, the Democratic candidate for Senate in Maine, was accused by a former partner of sexual assault. Platner denies the allegations, but on Wednesday, he suspended his campaign, accusing the “political establishment” of... more
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Thanks for the updates, news stories, and for placing them on audio and in writing. I enjoy both listening and reading you.
I am so delighted to find Kai Wright has a nee podcast. He and Carter are a great team. They interview smart, interesting people. This is a must-listen for me now!
Sorry when you finish every sentence with the word “like” it is just annoying. I know language changes but this makes no sense. Perhaps the host need to learn some grammar.
I am disappointed by the lack of sophistication in this interview; there is no reflection on the ‘gravitational distortion’ caused by neighbouring a great power such as the USA. The assumption that the incompetent government is solely to blame. The USA would not allow the sort of significant investment in Cuba from say China as it would be considered a national security.. better to keep them poor and badly governed than to experience national uplift and pride. So please, find interviewees with a... more
A welcome addition to my podcast rotation. Smart, thoughtful analysis and deep dives into stories I want to know more about.
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Listeners tune in for thoughtful conversations with journalists, politicians, and policy experts, focused on how news and current events shape society and democracy. Episodes often center on U.S. politics, civil rights, media accountability, public health, and how online discourse intersects with real-world impact. A notable strength is the host duo's ability to push for nuanced perspectives from prominent guests—ranging from political figures to frontline professionals—while keeping discussions anchored in practical implications for audiences and communities. The show seems to aim for informed, engaged listeners who want clear analysis without sensationalism, with a cadence that supports deep dives into timely topics while avoiding doomscr... more
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