
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 | 2366 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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The argument against counting mail-in ballots that arrive after election day is going to involve Supreme Court-pleasing “originalist” language, but is the case really just another way to say that Trump should have beaten Joe Biden in 2020?
Guest: J... more
Why Palantir cofounder and CEO Alex Karp views working with Western militaries not just as a business opportunity, but as a higher calling.
Guest: Jacob Silverman, journalist and author of “Gilded Rage: Elon Musk and the Radicalization of Silicon Va... more
Hank Green recently pulled a “reverse OpenAI” - he took his education platform Complexly and made it a nonprofit. In a world where outrage, A.I. slop and “brain rot” are all heavily incentivized by platforms, Hank explains why he’d rather make conten... more
The war in Iran is either already over, or almost over, or going to continue until Trump feels it is over in his bones? If you’re Congress, what are you supposed to do with that?
Guest: Adam Kinzinger, former Republican Congressman for Illinois’s 1... more
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Finally an episode (Roblox) where I genuinely saw real push back by the reporter/interviewer against the hypocritical stances of their guests. I hope to see more of this going forward bc I think this is a great way to get individuals to not only explore their own belief systems but to be more willingly to hear and accept others.
I wanted to get through an episode to hear the topic, but the laughing during the announcing of serious news threw me off.
Don’t get me wrong. I laughed when I talk as well, but I’m not reporting on our slide into authoritarianism. I hope the hosts read this comment and make a shift.
Luke Willie talks like a 15 year old teen. Like, like, like, you know, you know, you know. Can’t this be fixed????
Slate is trash .
This person is insane haha I’m all for hockey getting every single person who’s interested in the game involved and welcomed but the NHL for all its faults has been significantly more embracing of the gay community than any other major league. Also seems this person is totally unaware of Carl Nassib who’s probably the most important name in this topic. Good work 👍🏼
I don’t care for teasers trying to get my money.
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This daily news and analysis show offers listeners concise insights into current events, breaking down complex topics and providing clarity amidst the overwhelming flood of information. Each episode addresses pressing news stories, featuring expert guests who contribute depth and perspective on various issues, ranging from politics to cultural phenomena. Unique in its approach, the show invites listeners to engage thoughtfully with the news rather than just consume it passively, aiming to empower its audience to understand and respond to the latest developments with informed awareness.
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