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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

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How much would it change your life and approach to health if you had instant access to your quantified biometrics? RFK Jr. and the Department of Health and Human Services have bet the difference would be huge, and loosened regulation on them—leaving ... more

Training for the Olympics is a Sisyphean task, but if you’re a curler, pushing a rock is kind of your thing. And who knows? Your big break might come in your 50s.

Guest: Rich Ruohonen, Minnesota curler (and lawyer) who represented the US in the 2026... more

The Pentagon wants Anthropic to hand over its A.I. with no strings attached. Anthropic doesn’t want its products used to surveil Americans or create autonomous machines of war. 

Naturally, the Pentagon is mad - so mad, they’re threatening to invoke ... more

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Recent Guests

Rich Ruohonen
Olympic curler and personal injury attorney
Team USA
Episode: SchadenFriday: The Olympic Curler Who Called Out Trump
Veronica Escobar
Representative for Texas's 16th Congressional District
U.S. Congress
Episode: She's Skipping the State of the Union
Jonathan Blitzer
Staff writer at The New Yorker
The New Yorker
Episode: Does Legal Immigration Still Exist?
Emily Peck
National correspondent at Axios and host of the Slate Money Podcast
Axios
Episode: The A.I. Disruption Is Here
Oliver Darcy
Founder of Status News and co-host of Powerlines
Status News
Episode: Stephen Colbert Vs. CBS
Gregg Carlstrom
Middle East correspondent at The Economist
The Economist
Episode: What Even Is Trump’s “Board of Peace”?
Analilia Mejía
Democratic nominee for New Jersey's 11th Congressional District, grassroots organizer with experience in local political campaigns.
Self
Episode: Is She New Jersey’s AOC?
Anna North
Senior correspondent at Vox, writes Kids Today newsletter about kids
Vox
Episode: Kids Sports Are Now Adult Driven—And Incredibly Expensive
Garrett Graff
Journalist and historian, known for his writing on immigration and national security.
Doonsday Scenario
Episode: No Really, Abolish ICE

Hosts

Mary Harris
Host of What Next, providing daily insights and analysis on current events.
Lizzie O'Leary
Host of What Next TBD, and other Slate podcasts, contributing to daily news analysis.

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 3.7k ratings
  • Interesting topics but…

    too much vocal fry from the host

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    roultime
    Canada19 days ago
  • Everyone saw him killed

    They sure did. I’m talking about Charlie Kirk. This show gets bad reviews for a reason: Full of misinformation. Plus, Mary sucks at podcasting. Better go back to writing with AI. It’s all you have left. Such an embarrassment.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    NikkiPonce
    United Statesa month ago
  • America, Please Don’t Be Like This

    I like this show a lot. Normally I am delighted to see a fresh download. However, when Jan 22 episode arrived with the words TACO and Greenland in the title referring I suppose to Trump having seemingly backed off his threats to take Greenland by force if necessary, i nearly had a panic attack.

    I am pretty sure the episode will be against the use of force by your deranged tyrant against a treaty ally who has done nothing to harm or threaten your people. I don’t think it’s wise to present this as... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    goorooo
    Canadaa month ago
  • Dr Hughes 🙄

    I’m calling out disinformation of the fact that vaccines are safe, and that there aren’t repercussions Big Pharma keeps hidden. For someone who didn’t have a choice with covid, and had horrible reactions to the shot, no, I can’t get behind this doctor. If you balanced it out immediately with someone on the other side I could give credit, but you only cover who continues your narrative. I was so mad listening to Dr. Hughes, and as someone who doesn’t have a kid and you were asked how to reach me,... more

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    kabess77
    United Statesa month ago
  • Mary Harris isn’t serious

    Mary Harris is irritating. Interjecting with quips and laughing at herself during interviews. She brings no value. She may be better suited for pop culture vs geo political or societal issues.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Mel Morrison
    United States2 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the show's focus on timely, relevant topics, offering diverse expert insights into complex issues.
Overall, the informative nature of the podcast seems to provide substantial value to its audience, making it a go-to for understanding current events.
There are criticisms regarding the host's interviewing style, which some find flippant or dismissive towards serious subjects.

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#145
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#175
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#194
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#207
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#244
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Mexico’s Cartel War
Q: How optimistic are you at this moment?
While there is some progress compared to two years ago under López Obrador, the structural challenges Mexico faces with corrupt politicians and deep-seated cartel influence remain significant.
Mexico’s Cartel War
Q: What do we know about the operation as it unfolded on Sunday?
The Mexican government received a lead indicating the presence of El Mencho, which led to a raid intended to capture him, but it ended in his death during heavy gunfire.
She's Skipping the State of the Union
Q: I wonder if with the current DHS shutdown, you're hearing from constituents with some complicated ideas?
Many constituents are frustrated with being caught in the middle of the negotiations and want a resolution for their employment.
She's Skipping the State of the Union
Q: How are you going to measure the success of your boycott?
Escobar mentions they're amplifying the true concerns of the American people rather than demanding something specific.
The Future of Retail is A.I.
Q: Why is Google wanting in on AI?
Google is introducing new features for retailers, allowing them to show up in AI search and AI mode, making it a priority area for the company's future.

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2. Veronica Escobar
3. Jonathan Blitzer
4. Emily Peck
5. Oliver Darcy
6. Gregg Carlstrom
7. Analilia Mejía
8. Anna North

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