
The problem with the news right now? It’s everywhere. And each day, it can feel like we’re all just mindlessly scrolling. It’s why we created What Next. This short daily show is here to help you make sense of things. When the news feels overwhelming, we’re here to help you answer: What next? Look for new episodes every weekday morning. Get more of What Next with Slate Plus! Join for exclusive bonu... more
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 2133 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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After the Trump administration launched a massive Immigrations and Customs Enforcement operation in Minnesota, protesters gathered to defend immigrant neighbors. Renee Nicole Good, a mother of a six year old, showed up with her wife and dog to film a... more
How a mixture of real investigations, wild allegations, evidence of actual fraud, and the right-wing echo chamber ended Tim Walz’s governor campaign in Minnesota.
Guest: Deena Winter, Minneapolis City Hall reporter for the Star Tribune.
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The investigation into the 2021 attack on the Capitol was the largest in FBI history. Then Trump came back into office—and started undoing it.
Guest: Ryan Reilly, reporter covering the Justice Department and federal law enforcement for NBC News, aut... more
The Trump administration has a handful of answers to the question “Why did the United States pluck Nicolás Maduro from Venezuela?”—it was for narcoterrorism, or payback, or just oil. They’re even less clear about what’s going to happen with the count... more
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Please! Mary! Stop laughing (and flirting with male guests) while interviewing about super serious issues! We’re in dangerous times — for too many reasons to mention. You’re sadly giving an impression that you’re tone-deaf to the dangerous times we’re in — like you’ll be unaffected by current events that millions of other Americans — including “your”(!) listeners — WILL in fact experience. Please get out of your feel-good, entitled bubble.
I usually like the show just fine. But the latest subscriber episode “Why Antisemitism is Everywhere” was a complete joke. The guest (without a hint of irony) said Israelis are indigenous people taking their land back. The reality is literally THE EXACT OPPOSITE. Israel was established on land stolen from Palestinians and inhabited by people who very famously came from all over Europe and the United States. People from Brooklyn on camera in settlements in the West Bank, telling Palestinians that... more
I have learned so much from this podcast. The topics are incredibly timely and I love that they are able to cover so much important territory in 30 minutes. The host is excellent and the guests are as well.
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I swear this goon shi. This is not a story. This is another way of normalising imposed male sexual dominance. This is what men should have gotten out of their system in High School. The ways that the internet is ruining humanity and it’s ability to form into a functioning society is baffling.
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This podcast offers a daily exploration of the most pressing issues in the news, aiming to dissect complexities and provide listeners with insightful analysis to better understand current events. Episodes frequently feature experts and thought leaders who discuss topics ranging from public health to political dynamics, often highlighting the societal implications of ongoing events. With a focus on clarity and understanding, it serves those looking to navigate the often overwhelming landscape of news media effectively. Unique aspects include its timely release schedule that keeps content relevant and accessible every weekday morning, alongside engaging discussions that connect everyday concerns to broader narratives.
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Recent guests on What Next include:
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2. Dana Stevens
3. Alex Kirshner
4. Ed Zitron
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6. Eric Berger
7. Isaac Saul
8. Catherine Rampell
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