What Next | Daily News and Analysis
Slate PodcastsThe 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 | 2563 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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As Democrats were routing their way through the midterms, Hakeem Jefferies said they were going to be focused on affordability, not on getting even. But corruption was a big issue for voters. What should the priorities be when the Democrats take cont... more
Democrats wouldn’t let themselves believe the polls heading into Tuesday’s midterms, and Republicans didn’t seem all that worried about them either. But as returns started coming in Tuesday night, no one could believe their eyes.
Guest: Molly Olmste... more
As an electoral issue during the midterms, artificial intelligence was tied up with money in politics, with industry and government in cahoots, and with data centers feeling forced into communities. It was a big winner for Democrats this year, and al... more
The Democrats basically got their best-case scenario to play out in the midterms. But that was only the election—so what’s the plan for governing here? A gaggle of Slatesters convenes to discuss live.
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Jim Newell, Slate’s senior politics wri... more
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- One of my favorite daily news podcasts
It's good information, solid journalism, with likable hosts and I love to hear from the various guests, especially Slate's journalists! I'm so glad a free resource like this is out there for people. If I'm informed, it's in part thanks to you all and the work you do. Thank you!!
Apple Podcasts5Emma7392
Italya month ago - Lack of journalism
I realized after listening to the Macklemore episode that this podcast is more about the sometimes uninformed opinions of the host and guest vs. any fact based journalism. Let me preface this by saying I’m not here to defend Macklemore. I don’t own his music, and have never been to his shows. I am simply aware of him through general pop culture. What bothers me is that the hosts seemingly hadn’t taken any time to understand him at all as the subject of their own episode, and said they were surpr... more
Apple Podcasts1Macklemore episode review
United States2 months ago - Good discussion; lack of research?
This review is partly for a single episode (9/21/26, Macklemore) and partly for the fact that I could find no other way to leave listener feedback (looked at the website, social media, etc.).
The episode about Macklemore was an interesting intelligent conversation. I appreciated the host and guests viewpoints and insights, except for one huge and glaring error that leads me to think there was a lack of research beforehand. They mentioned several times that they both thought Macklemore’s support... more
Apple Podcasts3Pico d catUnited States2 months ago - What’s with the advertising?
What’s with “They sent me furniture- They’re great!” Want to be a sponsor? Sure, send me some steak!” This is not a good look, folks, and dissonant in an otherwise stellar podcast.
Apple Podcasts4MR116$United States3 months ago - What’s Next Vaccines
SlatePlus Member Receiving Advertisements. I thought that was not to happen.
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What is What Next about and what kind of topics does it cover?
Weekday conversations make current events easier to follow, connecting breaking news to the political, social, and economic forces behind it. The format centers on host interviews and discussions with journalists, subject-matter experts, public officials, candidates, and other people close to the story. Recurring host Mary Harris leads much of the coverage, with Lizzie O'Leary also hosting conversations, particularly on technology and business topics.
Coverage ranges from elections, government, and health policy to artificial intelligence, journalism, international affairs, and campus culture. The approach pairs timely analysis with practical explanations of how policies and political decisions affect people. Some discussions include opini... more
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1. Today, Explained
2. The Daily
3. Radio Atlantic
4. Political Gabfest
5. The Ezra Klein Show
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Recent guests on What Next include:
1. Jim Newell
2. Aymann Ismail
3. Luke Winkie
4. David Faris
5. G. Elliott Morris
6. Alan Elrod
7. Thomas Flight
8. Patrick Reis
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