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 | Weekly | Episodes | 469 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Society & CultureNews | |||
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It seems like you can bet on anything nowadays and like you can make a wager on practically everything. Examples of the proliferation of this can be seen everywhere from service members betting on insider knowledge, to people making bets on sports ga... more
The World Cup is captivating to watch not just for the sports element, but also for the profound global tensions that it highlights. From intense matches between former colonial powers and the nations they once colonized, to heavy concerns about corr... more
Well, it’s that time of the year again when the ladies of Strict Scrutiny join Chris to break down the latest ways in which SCOTUS has taken a sledgehammer to constitutional principles. There's a lot to discuss as the 2025-2026 term was another conse... more
There’s so many scandals in this era. And one of the biggest ones has to do with highly controversial brothers Andrew and Tristan Tate who have built massive followings online as right wing anti-feminist, misogynistic and pro-patriarchal influencers.... more
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United Kingdoma month ago - A favorite podcast
This AI series has been so helpful. My instincts about all aspects of AI are validated. “From Boom to Bust” reveals how the industry is eating its own tail. Thank you, Chris, for helping unpack the confusion and hype. I always enjoy your podcasts.
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United Statesa month ago - First year law associates at law firms
Important to note that Big Law is a sort of pyramid scheme in which the bottom layer of young associates MAKE the bulk of the profit that is funneled up to partners. If they were somehow replaced by AI agents, clients would have a level of cost transparency that would destroy that system. Maybe the billing model could change but there is no way to make it as profitable for partners at the top, so huge disincentive to change.
Apple Podcasts5djsentimentalUnited Statesa month ago - AI series is phenomenal
Every one of the shows is so good and has such great information. The boom to bust so far is my favorite. Very much worth a listen!
Apple Podcasts5photogmommaUnited Statesa month ago - March 10, 2026
Excellent discussion with excellent guest Zack Beauchamp! This podcast is a MUST listen to understand clearly between, brazil, poland, south korea’s short autocratic, dictator take overs applied to us with the killer of democracy trump, russ vought, the heritage foundation. I will no doubt listen to this pod again.
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The show centers on big questions at the intersection of society, politics, technology, and culture, inviting authors, academics, policymakers, and journalists to unpack how global events shape everyday life. Recent conversations skew toward AI and the future of work, democratic governance, economic policy, energy geopolitics, and social movements, with guests ranging from Wharton scholars to national journalists and policy analysts. The format tends to balance data-driven analysis with historical context and real-world implications, often highlighting regulatory considerations, equity, and the business of public goods. Listeners can expect thoughtful, in-depth discussions that aim to illuminate complexity and connect ideas to policy and ev... more
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