Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes Podcast
MS NOW, Chris HayesEvery week Chris Hayes asks the big questions that keep him up at night. How do we make sense of this unprecedented moment in world history? Why is this (all) happening? This podcast starts to answer these questions. Writers, experts, and thinkers who are also trying to get to the bottom of them join Chris to break it all down and help him get a better night’s rest.
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 458 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Society & CultureNews | |||
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Apple Podcasts3John Blough
United Statesa month ago - I’ve learned so much
I’ve been listening to this podcast for several years now, and I can honestly say I’ve learned a tremendous amount from Chris Hayes. His curiosity is boundless, and his passion for the work comes through in the depth of his preparation and the thoughtful guests he brings on. I also love the book recommendations at the end of each episode; they’ve introduced me to so many great reads. I only have time to listen to a handful of podcasts each week and WITH is consistently in my rotation.
Apple Podcasts5felixthecatnineUnited States2 months ago - Me Too
Useful discussion. Too bad Rebecca’s voice is like fingernails on a chalkboard.
Apple Podcasts4SallyCBUnited States3 months ago - Let’s rap the Jonathan Haidt obsession up
I seriously do not understand the bipartisan appeal of this man. I was a longtime listener and a fan until you had Haidt on. He is nothing more than an IDW-adjacent figure, not to mention, a Heritage Foundation crony who’s just trampling over online privacy in the name of “online safety.” His book is poorly written and the studies he sites within are suspect, at best. He is doing so much damage and everyone is just eating it all up like everything he says is gospel.
Maybe I was mistaken, but I... more
Apple Podcasts3jamesdobsonsworstnightmareUnited States3 months ago Chris Hayes is one of the best minds out there.
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