
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 | 2095 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | NewsDaily NewsPolitics | |||

Iran's cutting-edge drones are changing how wars are fought, and the US is running out of munitions to combat them.
This episode was produced by Hady Mawajdeh, edited by Jolie Myers, fact-checked by Andrea López-Cruzado, engineered by Patrick Boyd, ... more
From TikTok to reality TV, Mormons are having a big moment in pop culture.
This episode was produced by Dustin DeSoto and Avishay Artsy, edited by Amina Al-Sadi, fact-checked by Melissa Hirsch, engineered by Patrick Boyd, and hosted by Jonquilyn Hil... more
Nancy Pelosi, the longtime speaker of the House, plans to retire later this year at age 86 after trailblazing a path for women in Democratic politics.
This episode was produced by Jesse Ash, edited by Miranda Kennedy, fact-checked by Andrea Lopez-Cr... more
One of the most influential chefs in the world has been accused of tormenting his staff physically and psychologically.
This episode was produced by Avishay Artsy, edited by Jolie Myers, fact-checked by Andrea López-Cruzado, engineered by Patrick Bo... more
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The guests you’ve chosen to have onto your platform time and again institute a type of sympathy for the fascism we are currently facing in both the US and our foreign policy. It had been extremely disheartening to witness the slow degradation of this news source. I let it slide, hoping that some of the guests were to play into hearing both sides, yet ultimately sharing evidence that outweighs their opinion. It never happened. There is no fact checking, explanations into guest’s POVs, and ultimat... more
Always appreciate hearing from Ambassador Rob Emanuel. His insights are especially valuable now during this current round of insanity surrounding trump’s choice to enter into a war with Iran.
This show used to be a daily listen. The new host (not Sean or Noelle) rambles and is so verbose. It’s jarring given how tightly produced and succinct this show used to be
I had been considering unsubscribing because everything is a big jokey joke for Sean Rameswaram but Astead’s thoughtful and probing interviews have gotten me to stick around.
Yesterday the US and Israel launched a full scale war with Iran and Today, Explained is gonna babble about ADHD? No you’re fired. Unsubscribed. What good is Vox if they ain’t saying nothing? SLOP
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The podcast provides timely explorations into pressing news topics, often with a focus on the underlying stories and broader contexts that shape current events. Episodes engage in detailed discussions about political dynamics, economic issues, cultural phenomena, and significant international events. With a blend of expert insights and real-world anecdotes, the podcast stands out for its ability to simplify complex subjects while encouraging critical thinking among listeners. Unique features include interviews with a range of guests, including industry experts, journalists, and activists, adding depth and varied perspectives to each episode's exploration of contemporary issues.
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