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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.

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Episode: Jasmine Crockett isn’t backing down
Jorrell Melendez-Badillo
Associate professor of Latin American and Caribbean history.
University of Wisconsin-Madison
Episode: Bad Bunny keeps winning
Madeline Berg
Correspondent at Business Insider covering wealth and power
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Episode: The Epstein fallout
Vicki Ward
Best-selling author and investigative reporter who covered Epstein
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Episode: The Epstein fallout
Naomi Nix
Reporter at The Washington Post covering social media
The Washington Post
Episode: Trouble at TikTok
EJ Dixon
Senior Writer for The Cut at New York Magazine
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Episode: Surviving online cringe
Alexandra Samuel
Tech journalist and host of the podcast Me and Viv
The Wall Street Journal
Episode: Surviving online cringe
John Fredericks
Conservative radio host and political commentator
Fredericks Radio
Episode: Even Trump voters are mad
Sarah Longwell
Publisher of The Bulwark
The Bulwark
Episode: Even Trump voters are mad

Hosts

Sean Rameswaram
Host and co-host with a focus on critical discussions surrounding current events and analysis.
Noel King
Co-host with expertise in presenting engaging analysis of daily news stories.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 23.4k ratings
  • Not explaining much first months of 2026

    These pods are free of any novel or worthwhile, journalistic or expert information. The ‘Melania’ and ‘Trump voters’ episode is free of content entirely. ‘Man on the Street’ takes, be it from the unwashed masses or journalists standing in for them is not research or journalism. This show does not deliver what’s promised in the title. Complete waste of time .

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    United States8 days ago
  • “I think she could have…

    ..humanized herself” Oh yanks! Your increasingly gauleiter kultur is as amusing as it is terrifying.

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    Canada8 days ago
  • Millennial are getting old

    Why tf is she speaking this way? Open your mouth and speak up, stop mumbling

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    69users
    United States9 days ago
  • Surviving cringe

    It’s disgusting how much this pod HATES Trump. Was excited for this episode but 6 minutes in and some blue haired man hater is still going on about trumps marriage…? Y’all are so f’n WEIRD.

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    United States10 days ago
  • “Registered psychotherapist”?

    What precisely do you mean by this?

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    PsychSitter
    United States10 days ago

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Surviving online cringe
Q: What's a healthy way to deal with feeling uncomfortable about an old post?
I think getting curious about it can help. Reflect on what was happening in your life at the time of the post to understand your intentions better.
Surviving online cringe
Q: What's changed for you since then?
I think the industry has changed, obviously. I obviously have changed. I've grown up, matured, had kids. That's obviously been a big factor.
Jasmine Crockett isn’t backing down
Q: What do you think your candidacy represents for future generations?
It shows that anyone, regardless of their background, can make a difference in politics if they truly care about their community.
Jasmine Crockett isn’t backing down
Q: How do you plan to engage voters who have not traditionally participated in elections?
By expanding outreach beyond typical channels, focusing on previously ignored demographics, particularly in Texas which has low voter turnout.
Jasmine Crockett isn’t backing down
Q: What do you think about the question of political authenticity? Are we seeing the real Jasmine Crockett?
Yes, this is me; I have always engaged intellectually and wanted to solve problems.

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A news explainer podcast that focuses on providing context and insight into important current events and political issues. It features discussions surrounding topics like the Iraq War, the Trump administration, tech industry dynamics, and rising political extremism. The hosts engage with expert guests to unpack the nuances of daily news stories, making complex subjects accessible to listeners. Unique elements include a blend of political analysis and cultural commentary, appealing to those interested in both media literacy and societal trends.

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