
Today, Explained is Vox's daily news explainer podcast. Hosts Sean Rameswaram and Noel King will guide you through the most important stories of the day. Part of the Vox Media Podcast Network.
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 2175 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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Hasan Piker has become one of the most prominent leftist voices in the US. But his rapid rise has sparked a furious backlash from establishment Democrats -- specifically the Third Way think tank.
This show was edited by Kasia Broussalian, fact check... more
It's blockbuster season, but low-budget horror films from YouTubers — like Iron Lung, Obsession, and Backrooms — are what's got Hollywood talking.
This episode was produced by Peter Balonon-Rosen, edited by Jenny Lawton, fact-checked by Gabriel Duna... more
And once a brand has lost its cool, it's almost impossible to get it back.
This episode was produced by Ariana Aspuru, edited by Jolie Myers, fact-checked by Gabriel Dunatov, engineered by Patrick Boyd, and hosted by Noel King.
A'ja Wilson of the L... more
Senate candidate Graham Platner swept the Maine Democratic primary no problem. The question is whether his "authenticity" can carry him past his scandals to a win in November.
This episode was produced by Danielle Hewitt, edited by Amina Al-Sadi, fa... more
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Something about how Vox produces their shows feels hectic. I’m a middle millennial, so maybe this style is geared to younger populations, but I don’t need constant sound effects, cut-ins, or super fast-talkers to stay engaged in topics that already matter. I followed Astead here, but even the production of his show is less enjoyable to me than his former pod.
The podcast is news entertainment; heavy on the entertainment. Sometimes episodes have contained misleading information from the person being interviewed. The tone is usually great, but I am often careful about fully believing all of the information. Examples that show the scope of the falsehoods are two episodes referring to NAD+ as a peptide, the Mexican election (history of the current party in power), and the episode on mormonism (conspicuously not mentioning the history of racism and consta... more
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Baxter State Park, where the Appalachian Trail ends in Maine, is /not/ a a National Park. As the name suggests, it's a state park. Check the facts, Today, Explained.
I'd estimate half the podcast is an "adcast"
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The show provides concise, everyday explanations of major news topics, blending on-the-ground reporting with expert analysis across politics, policy, health, technology, and society. Recent episodes showcase a mix of local reporting on infrastructure and communities, policy debates around EPA climate rules, AI and publishing, reproductive health access, public health, and consumer regulation, all framed with accessible context and multiple expert perspectives. A notable strength is the diverse guest slate—scientists, policymakers, journalists, and industry insiders—paired with clear storytelling that helps listeners understand complex issues quickly. This combination makes it helpful for professionals seeking timely, well-sourced commentary... more
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