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 | 2133 | Founded | 7 years ago |
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The Trump administration wants NASA to land astronauts on the moon by 2027. They also want them to do it with their budget slashed, a leadership carousel and competing views that Mars is more important.
Guest: Joel Achenbach, freelance journalist an... more
Host Mary Harris appeared on stage a few weeks back to speak in response to a night of “Resistance Theater,” considering how she, as a journalist, is preparing to meet this political moment.
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Artificial intelligence boosters spent the year wedging the tech into our lives – whether we wanted it or not. But one new product brought A.I. from every app and website into the meatspace, forcing you to face it eye-to-eye.
Guest: Nitish Pahwa, st... more
2025 might not have been a great year —but the music sure was stellar.
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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.
Apple Podcasts3❤️Hughes
United States2 months ago - Great podcast
Learn a lot from different parts of the government and current analysis and opinions! Great host!!
Apple Podcasts5lethnieUnited States3 months ago - When you’re a justice
Argument - I don’t like the rulings so the SC must be in trumps corner. Disregarding the unprecedented judicial overreach displayed in the last 9 months by some federal and appellate courts who clearly believe that they can overrule an elected president on international and domestic affairs . Of course , the SC needs to entertain these cases to stop the left’s attempt to use the judiciary as a tool to stop policies they don’t like.
Apple Podcasts1gleeson is a loserUnited States3 months ago - Sober up!
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. Specifically during today’s government shutdown episode, listen back and see how much laughing you did during this interview (with the latter male guest — not the first female one). 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 ... more
Apple Podcasts2makeupmynameUnited States3 months ago - 8/29: panama playlist clickbait
I cannot believe this is a whole podcast episode. One, the data is publicly available, so I don’t understand why you keep calling it a “leak.” You can search anyone’s name on Spotify and find their playlists—it’s not news. Two, genuinely, who cares. It’s music. Playlists. Songs. If you are upset about your playlists being “leaked” by some 23 y/o who scraped Spotify, you are doing pretty well.
There are actual, real, impactful issues happening, including in tech, which is what TBD is usually f... more
Apple Podcasts1savannahkelly0United States4 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #249 | Canada/News |
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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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What Next launched 7 years ago and published 2133 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on What Next include:
1. Dana Stevens
2. Alex Kirshner
3. Ed Zitron
4. Ben Jacobs
5. Eric Berger
6. Catherine Rampell
7. Isobel Whitcomb
8. Peyton Bigora
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