Episodes

  • RFK Jr. Says He Won’t Be a Spoiler. Is Anyone Buying It?

    RFK Jr. Says He Won’t Be a Spoiler. Is Anyone Buying It?
    May 12 2024
    Earlier this month, independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. called on President Joe Biden to drop out of the race, insisting he is the only one who can beat former President Donald Trump. Despite running well behind Biden in the polls, some experts believe he will pull enough support from both candidates to impact the election. In this episode, we explore Kennedy’s controversial candidacy and how voters, Biden and Trump are responding to it. Guest: Aaron Pellish, CNN Campaign Reporter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    19 mins
  • The Financial Reality Behind Campus Calls to Divest

    The Financial Reality Behind Campus Calls to Divest
    May 5 2024
    In recent weeks, several colleges have called in police to break up pro-Palestinian encampments that have popped up on campuses across the country. While demands from students vary from school to school, one of the most common is for universities to divest from Israel-linked businesses and entities. In this episode, we hear about the history of divestment protests at Columbia University and how these campaigns would play out in practice. Guest: Matt Egan, CNN Business Reporter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    18 mins
  • Did #BringBackOurGirls Teach the Wrong Lessons?

    Did #BringBackOurGirls Teach the Wrong Lessons?
    Apr 28 2024
    10 years ago, hundreds of Chibok schoolgirls in Nigeria were abducted and held hostage by the terrorist group Boko Haram. The quest to rescue them captured the world’s attention, aided by pleas from high-profile figures and a viral hashtag online. But a decade later, those who escaped are still dealing with the fallout and others are left wondering if they will ever see their loved ones again. In this episode, we hear the story of one survivor and look at the state of girls’ education in the country. Guest: Stephanie Busari, CNN Senior Editor - Africa Read more here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    16 mins
  • Coral Reefs, Cooked: A Climate Change Case Study

    Coral Reefs, Cooked: A Climate Change Case Study
    Apr 21 2024
    Two top scientific bodies recently announced that coral reefs around the world are experiencing a mass bleaching event for just the fourth time. It comes amid surging ocean temperatures over the past year, which has been the warmest on record. In this episode, we examine how a number of extreme climate change-fueled events – including coral bleaching – are on display in Australia and whether they could provide lessons in climate resiliency for the rest of the world. Guest: Ivan Watson, CNN Senior International Correspondent Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    18 mins
  • Your Guide to Trump’s Historic First Criminal Trial

    Your Guide to Trump’s Historic First Criminal Trial
    Apr 14 2024
    More than a year after being charged, the hush money criminal trial of former President Donald Trump is set to begin this week in New York City. It comes amid numerous delays in his other criminal cases, with time ticking down until the presidential election in November. Trump has pleaded not guilty to all charges. In this episode, we examine the challenges of seating a jury in an unprecedented case like this and look at both sides’ legal arguments. Guest: Paula Reid, CNN Chief Legal Affairs Correspondent Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    16 mins
  • America’s Moment in the (Eclipsed) Sun

    America’s Moment in the (Eclipsed) Sun
    Apr 7 2024
    Millions of eyes will be on the sky Monday when the last total solar eclipse in the contiguous United States until 2044 arrives. Tourists from all over the country are flocking to the path of totality in hopes of getting the clearest view, but it remains to be seen if the weather will cooperate. In this episode, we answer some common questions about the event and examine whether space phenomena can unite Americans like it did decades ago. Guest: Kristin Fisher, CNN Space & Defense Correspondent Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    15 mins
  • What Tennessee Can Tell Us About Our Extreme Politics

    What Tennessee Can Tell Us About Our Extreme Politics
    Mar 31 2024
    After the Tennessee legislature expelled state representatives Justin Jones and Justin Pearson for protesting inaction on gun violence last year, more people became aware of how the state’s Republican supermajority operates. However, there are Republicans and Democrats who say the current way of doing business is making it hard to get any kind of legislation passed. In this episode, we hear from grassroots lawmakers about how the gridlock is impacting their constituents and what it can tell us about our national politics ahead of the election in November. Guest: Van Jones, CNN Political Commentator Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    17 mins
  • Will SCOTUS Shelve Medication Abortion?

    Will SCOTUS Shelve Medication Abortion?
    Mar 24 2024
    The Supreme Court is set to hear oral arguments this week in a case that could restrict access to a widely used abortion pill - even in states where the procedure is still allowed. It is another major moment in the battle over reproductive rights following the overturning of Roe v. Wade and a controversial ruling in Alabama which cast doubt on the future of IVF treatment. In this episode, we hear what the justices will be considering and look at how the current state of abortion access is impacting women in Republican states. Guests: Meg Tirrell, CNN Medical Correspondent Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    18 mins