Story of the Week with Joel Stein
Pushkin IndustriesOn Story of the Week, “journalist” Joel Stein chooses an article that fascinates him, convinces the writer to tell him about it, and then interrupts a good conversation by talking about himself. Sometimes the story will be the one everyone is talking about, like the New Yorker article on smoking hallucinogenic toads. Other times we’ll find a story you might have missed, like the one in the Verge a... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 52 | Founded | 4 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | News CommentaryNewsSociety & Culture | |||
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- More please
I LOVE this podcast. And it has been cancelled? Why?
Apple Podcasts5coolhandlucy
United Kingdom10 months ago Very good
Podcast Addict4a year agoba- Embarrassing
The over the top partisan analysis of the election was embarrassing! People want a news source that’s well thought-out and unbiased. I don’t need to agree 100%, but you can’t be this hateful and partisan!
Apple Podcasts1A Pair of Choppers
United States2 years ago - We love Joel
BRING BACK THE PODCAST!!!!! I’ll buy merch! I’ll use whatever promo codes! come on
Apple Podcasts5mizm0nkUnited States2 years ago - Great podcast! Please someone bring Joel back!
Interesting stories. Solid humour. What else could you want?
Listened to them all and would really, really like more.
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Canada2 years ago
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Apple Podcasts | #220 | United States/News/News Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #214 |  Italy/News/News Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #21 |  Brazil/News/News Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #108 |  Israel/News/News Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #123 |  Belgium/News/News Commentary |
Apple Podcasts | #138 |  Ireland/News/News Commentary |
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What is Story of the Week about and what kind of topics does it cover?
Long-form, story-driven conversations that pair investigative journalism, cultural history, and topical storytelling with a witty, interview-first host. Episodes span a range of engaging narratives—from deep dives into investigative reporting and political moments to profiles of creative work and cultural phenomena—often featuring a writer or expert who guides the audience through a compelling central story, punctuated by the host's lively, self-aware interjections. The format tends to spotlight well-researched narratives, with a focus on human experiences behind headlines and a knack for spotlighting overlooked angles. A notable strength is the host's ability to push for clarity and color in complex stories, making dense topics accessible ... more
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Recent guests on Story of the Week include:
1. Robert Margouleff
2. Corey Melby
3. Dr. Grace Blest-Hopley
4. Pat Croce
5. Elias Weiss Friedman
6. Jan-Emmanuel De Neve
7. Dr. Anne Fischel
8. Laurie Santos
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