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What A Day

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If you’re looking for hype, fake outrage, and groupthink, kindly keep moving. Our mission at What a Day is simple: to be your guide to what truly matters each morning (and the fun stuff you might have missed) in just 20 minutes. Host Jane Coaston brings you in-depth reporting and substantive analysis on the big stories shaping today and the creeping trends shaping tomorrow—and when she doesn’t kno... more

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Three states – North Carolina, Arkansas, and Texas – held primaries Tuesday. The turnout was massive, but so were the stakes, with the balance of power in Congress being decided this year. Texas held the spotlight with record campaign spending during... more

The U.S.-Israeli war in Iran is sowing death and chaos, surely, but with ship traffic avoiding Iran’s shores, the war’s also threatening the global economy through higher oil prices. Miles Taylor explains why all this is happening. Taylor served as t... more

Today, Trump officials brief all of Congress on what, exactly, the administration’s objectives are in Iran. Until now, the Trump administration has given conflicting accounts as to why the U.S. attacked Iran on Saturday, and there are many questions ... more

Over the weekend, the U.S. and Israel launched airstrikes that reportedly hit more than 2,000 targets across Iran. In response, Iran struck sites across the Middle East. What, exactly, is the United States doing in Iran, especially now that Supreme L... more

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Recent Guests

LaMonica McIver
Democratic Representative from New Jersey
U.S. House of Representatives
Episode: Dems Opt Out Of State Of The Union
David J. Lynch
Global Economics Correspondent at The Washington Post
The Washington Post
Episode: Trump Orders More Tariffs After SCOTUS Ruling
Vanessa Williamson
Senior Fellow at the Brookings Institution and author of The Price of Democracy, The Revolutionary Power of Taxation in American History.
Brookings Institution
Episode: Don't Bank On Trump's Tax Cuts
Rina Raphael
Journalist focused on wellness culture and author of The Gospel of Wellness.
Episode: The MAGA Health Movement
Jason Crow
Colorado Democratic Representative and Army veteran
U.S. Congress
Episode: Bondi's DOJ Fails Again
Leah Stokes
Associate professor at UC Santa Barbara and co-host of the climate podcast A Matter of Degrees
UC Santa Barbara
Episode: ICE Warns It’s ‘Only Getting Started’
Coco Khan
Co-host of Crooked Media's Pod Save the UK
Crooked Media
Episode: Epstein Files Cause Ripples Across The Pond
Hannah Vanbiber
Senior editor at The Athletic who covers sports betting
The Athletic
Episode: Why You Can Basically Bet On Anything These Days
Jason Zengerle
Author of 'Hated By All The Right People, Tucker Carlson and the Unraveling of the Conservative Mind'
Episode: The Many Faces Of Tucker Carlson

Host

Jane Coaston
Host of the podcast, known for bringing in-depth reporting, substantive analysis, and humor to current events, often featuring interviews with experts. Coaston has a strong background in political commentary and journalism.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 17k ratings
  • Ugh what happened

    They used to have a rotating error of men and women of a quite eclectic group. They were amazing and wonderful. Their new host for the last few year is bad. Boring and completely uninteresting. If they were trying to save money they succeeded. If they were trying to keep it fresh, exciting, and interesting they failed. If I could give it 0 stars I would.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Lennon12345
    United States6 days ago
  • My Wake Up Podcast

    I’ve been listening to this pod since the first episode. Love the hosts, guests and how easily it is to digest. Keeps me informed and sane

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Majora’sRage
    United States8 days ago
  • my go-to for daily news

    Jane's brilliant and honest commentary keeps me sane in these crazy times when most news is normalizing a lot of fascist and dangerous stupidity with their silence.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Banana547
    United States8 days ago
  • 💔

    WAD used to be my #1 daily news podcast, but the quality has really gone downhill.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    savannahkelly0
    United States15 days ago
  • Love WAD each D

    The ways we now need to get real news

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Babalitos
    United States16 days ago

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Listeners appreciate the intelligent and humorous analysis of daily news updates.
Some concerns about recent changes in music have surfaced, with requests to revert to previous themes.
The concise format makes it easy for listeners to stay informed without being overwhelmed.
Many enjoy the blend of serious news and lighter stories, making it a favorite choice among busy professionals.

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#228
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#42
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#33
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#47
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Texas Republicans Return To Islamophobia
Q: How are Muslim Republicans responding to this?
Muslim Republicans are shocked by the anti-Muslim rhetoric, which manifests in both words and violent actions against their community.
Texas Republicans Return To Islamophobia
Q: Why is the Texas GOP laser focused on Islam?
The Texas GOP is focused on Islam to mobilize voters based on fear, especially since other issues like the border are less salient.
Hillary Clinton Called Her Epstein Hearing Political Theater
Q: What aspects of Clinton's relationship with Jeffrey Epstein do you expect the committee to focus on?
The committee will likely explore fundraising and the extent of their social interactions, as Clinton had Epstein at the White House multiple times.
Hillary Clinton Called Her Epstein Hearing Political Theater
Q: What specific aspects of the Epstein investigation did Secretary Clinton take issue with?
Clinton believes Trump appears thousands of times in the files, raising more questions about him than about her.
Dems Opt Out Of State Of The Union
Q: What can you expect with this administration?
What we're dealing with with this president and his administration and how they've literally weaponized the Department of Justice.

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The show offers a concise and engaging overview of current events and significant trends that shape society, specifically targeting issues arising from political and economic landscapes. Hosted by Jane Coaston, it is characterized by its timely delivery, usually around 20 minutes, making it accessible for daily listeners. The content frequently includes expert interviews and insights that provide depth to the discussions, blending serious news analysis with a touch of humor. A notable aspect is the focus on uplifting stories alongside the serious news of the day, aiming to provide a well-rounded view of the world.

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1. LaMonica McIver
2. David J. Lynch
3. Vanessa Williamson
4. Rina Raphael
5. Jason Crow
6. Leah Stokes
7. Coco Khan
8. Hannah Vanbiber

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