Best Sexy Liberal Podcast Network Podcasts (2025)

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Slate Money | Who’s The Boss? 56:39

3m ago56:39

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This week: DOGE is taking its chainsaw to the Social Security Administration. Felix Salmon, Emily Peck, and Elizabeth Spiers examine the real reasons behind the Elon Musk led crusade against the SSA. And then, DOGE used extreme tactics against the US Institute of Peace including a physical takeover of the building by force. Meanwhile, the founder o…

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ICYMI | The Manosphere That Made Adolescence 38:38

5m ago38:38

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Kate Lindsay and guest co-host senior Slate editor Rebecca Onion talk Adolescence, the new hit Netflix series Onion wrote is “one of the best shows of the year.” What looks on the surface to be a typical murder mystery unfolds as a brutal illustration of the rise of toxic masculinity online. Kate and Rebecca break down the manosphere ideology that …

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Amicus | The Rule of Law Took A Very Dark Turn This Week 1:19:33

5m ago1:19:33

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If you’re overwhelmed by the sheer volume of lawless acts, constitutional crises (we count five), and huge Trump administration losses in court this week - honestly, same. But if anyone can render this swirling storm of lawsuits and orders and injunctions legible, and put them in terms that can help make sense of this moment, it’s Dahlia Lithwick. …

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Trump’s Political Favor: Is He Helping Democrats? 30:42

11h ago30:42

30:42

Stephanie Miller tackles the latest political happenings. She discusses Tim Walz finally finding his voice, the impact of Trump's policies, and the strange dynamics of masculinity in politics. With guest John Fugelsang! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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The Miseducation of Don and Elon 1:35:02

20h ago1:35:02

1:35:02

John's monologue this time discusses Trump's executive order directing Education Secretary Linda McMahon to "take all necessary steps to facilitate the closure of the Department of Education," and to do so "to the maximum extent appropriate and permitted by law." Experts say this will devastate low income students and rural communities. Then, he we…

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Legal Chaos: Trump’s Executive Orders Explained by Glenn Kirschner 32:48

21h ago32:48

32:48

Stephanie Miller dives into the current political landscape, questioning the motivations behind President Donald Trump's actions and the implications for U.S. alliances. She discusses the dismantling of the Education Department, the role of the judiciary, and the alarming rise of anti-vaccine sentiments. PLUS guest Glenn Kirschner, former Federal p…

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Dear Prudence | I Love My Sister But I Don’t Like Her. Help! 48:37

22m ago48:37

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Guest Prudie Kristen Meinzer is joined by Traci Thomas, the creator and host of the critically acclaimed literary podcast The Stacks. Together, they answer questions about dealing with rude stepchildren, loving but not liking your sister, and being sick and tired of watching other people’s kids. Want more Dear Prudence? Subscribe to Slate Plus to i…

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What Next TBD | Trump's War on Scientific Research 32:58

5m ago32:58

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The National Institutes of Health is the primary engine of biomedical research around the world, which makes the Trump administration's dramatic cuts to its grant program both confusing and potentially incredibly harmful. Guest: Katherine J. Wu, staff writer for the Atlantic. Want more What Next TBD? Subscribe to Slate Plus to access ad-free listen…

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Political Gabfest | The “Constitutional Crisis Is Here” 1:08:40

19m ago1:08:40

1:08:40

This week, John Dickerson and David Plotz are joined by Ruth Marcus to discuss the showdown over mass deportation and the government’s defiant response to court orders; a deep data dive by Ezra Klein and David Shor about why Trump won the 2024 election; and this week’s so-called “negotiation” call between Trump and Putin. Listener chatter from Kevi…

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The Marginalized People Get Bullied First - YOU ARE NEXT 1:42:22

2d ago1:42:22

1:42:22

John begins by discussing the Venezuelans who were illegally exiled from the US without a trial. Then he talks about erasing non-white, non-male history from federal websites and Trump's comment to Laura Ingraham about respecting judges authority. Then, he jokes with the incredible Bob Cesca about Pop culture and everything Trump. The God Squad is …

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Care & Feeding | What Your Kid’s Skin Really Needs 55:29

23h ago55:29

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On this episode: Zak, Lucy, and Elizabeth sit down with Dr. Sheilagh Maguinness — a board-certified pediatric dermatologist, an entrepreneur, and a social media star. This episode is your one-stop shop for all things skin. We’ll talk about sun protection, rashes, acne, and whether our tweens and teens really need all of those Sephora products. Join…

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The Full Show - Free! With Guests Karl Frisch, Dr. Irwin Redlener, and Dana Goldberg 1:58:51

1d ago1:58:51

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We're providing the full show ad-free for those who weren't able to hear the broadcast today. If you'd like to experience this same level of progressive bliss every day, you can subscribe to the StephCast here: https://www.stephaniemiller.com/membership-account/membership-levels/ Today, Stephanie discusses the impact of tariffs on American workers,…

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What Next | Trump’s Animal-Spirit Economy 32:00

15h ago32:00

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The economy that Donald Trump inherited from Joe Biden had low unemployment, slowing inflation, and a growing GDP. So what is he trying to achieve by imposing heavy tariffs on our allies and trading partners? Guest: Stephanie Ruhle, NBC business analyst and the host of The 11th Hour with Stephanie Ruhle. Want more What Next? Join Slate Plus to unlo…

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Town Halls and Transphobia, Masculinity and Straws 30:31

3d ago30:31

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Stephanie talk masculinity and straw use, diversity and inclusion, the absurdity of political theater, and the challenges facing the Democratic Party. She chats with comedian Carlos Alazraqui. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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Misruling with an Iron Fist 1:15:50

3d ago1:15:50

1:15:50

This time, John does a deep dive into Trump's escalating defiance of court orders, attacks on judges, and controversial deportations, while also examining the role of key figures like Chuck Schumer in defending democratic institutions. He also discusses the injustice of the nearly 250 Venezuelans alleged by the White House to be gang members that h…

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The Fight for Democracy: Are Democrats Falling Short? 30:15

3d ago30:15

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Stephanie Miller discusses recent decisions made by Democratic leaders and the implications for Social Security, Medicare, and the broader political fight against the GOP. She also chats with Bob Cesca, host of The Bob Cesca Show. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-…

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Culture Gabfest: Cate Blanchett Is a Sexy Super Spy 1:11:18

21m ago1:11:18

1:11:18

On this week’s show, Slate’s Dan Kois sits in for Stephen Metcaff. The hosts discuss the new Mr. & Mrs. Smith-like film Black Bag, starring Cate Blanchett and Michael Fassbender. Then they dive into the “inconvenient” Hulu show Deli Boys. They end by discussing the legacy of Dave Eggers’ phenomenal memoir A Heartbreaking Work of Staggering Genius. …

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Outward | Should We Get Guns? 46:29

4h ago46:29

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A gun won’t make you safer, but it will pull you into America’s deep-seated obsession with armed individualism. This week, Bryan, Christina, and Jules dig into The Washington Post’s “The Trans Americans Turning to Guns for Protection” and Defector’s “Don't Buy a Gun, Even If It Comes in Rainbow” to unpack the recent interest around queer gun owners…

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What Next | A "Made for TV" Deportation Policy 33:37

11m ago33:37

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Mass deportations were a big part of Donald Trump’s 2024 presidential campaign and now in office, he’s making good on the wide-sweeping aspects of his policy, though the numbers aren’t yet massive. Most recently, he’s justified these actions through the 1798 Alien Enemies Act which only applies during wartime. When a judge attempted to halt the dep…

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ICYMI | Are New York City Influencers Boring? 43:43

13h ago43:43

43:43

Kate Lindsay fills guest co-host Nitish Pahwa in on the TikTok drama that has the “NYC influencer girlies” in a tizzy. After being accused of being “boring,” certain (white, blonde, thin) creators took offense. Kate gives Nitish a crash course in this niche influencer community, and Nitish explains why people find it so hard to take control of thei…

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Doge Drama: Fashion Influencers and Political Shenanigans 21:48

4d ago21:48

21:48

Stephanie Miller talks with Watergate prosecutor Jill Wine-Banks about the Trump administration's legal challenges, the implications of due process in America, DOGE, and fashion influencers. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.…

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Democrats Demand a Fighter 30:13

4d ago30:13

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Stephanie explores the shifting dynamics within the Democratic Party as they grapple with the current political landscape. Join her as she discusses the latest NBC poll findings, the need for Democrats to embrace a fighting spirit, and the implications of recent decisions made by party leaders. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and Ca…

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If Putin Commands It - We Kiss the Ring 1:22:56

4d ago1:22:56

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The monologue today focuses on Trump's phone call to Putin and his lies about him saving trapped Ukrainian fighters. Plus, Trump doing Putin a favor by silencing Voice of America. Next, he speaks with Wajahat Ali. He's a columnist, public speaker, former attorney, and Sr. Fellow at the Western States Center. They talk about Trump's rankfuckery and …

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Amicus | Sneak Preview: An Escalating Constitutional Crisis 9:49

24m ago9:49

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In this urgent extra episode of Amicus, host Dahlia Lithwick and Slate's senior writer Mark Joseph Stern discuss the unfolding constitutional crisis triggered by the Trump administration's defiance of a court order to halt flights carrying Venezuelan migrants to be delivered to El Salvador’s so-called Terrorism Confinement Center - a vast foreign p…

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Slate Money | Money Talks: The Mighty Dollar 44:29

11m ago44:29

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In this Money Talks: How does America assert its power globally? The short answer is money. For the long answer, Felix Salmon calls in authors Edward Fishman (Chokepoints) and Saleha Mohsin (Paper Soldiers) who both recently published books on the subject. They’ll discuss how the US dollar managed to become the world’s reserve asset, the ways it’s …

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How To! | Discover Music You’ll Love 50:38

17m ago50:38

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Music streaming services like Spotify offer huge libraries of songs and albums—with recommendation engines that can feel unadventurous and repetitive. On this episode of How To!, Carvell Wallace welcomes online tastemaker and podcast host Derrick Gee to discuss the shortcomings of music streaming algorithms. And, they sit down with R.J. and Brie—tw…

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Death, Sex & Money | Life After Blowing It All Up: A Sugar Baby Story Revisited 49:31

1d ago49:31

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In 2020, we made an episode about a listener who cheated on his wife with sex workers and was going through a divorce. He told us the idea to go on the website Seeking Arrangement came from an episode we made about sugar babies. A few weeks ago we called “Ethan” back to see what’s changed in his life since our first conversation, and how he navigat…

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What Next | Is this the End of Sesame Street? 31:42

1d ago31:42

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Educational, entertaining, and about as universally beloved as any part of American life, how did Sesame Street find itself cutting staff and searching for a new broadcasting home? Guest: David Kamp, author of Sunny Days: The Children's Television Revolution That Changed America Want more What Next? Join Slate Plus to unlock full, ad-free access to…

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A Murder Mystery in the White House with guest Paul Fitzgerald 30:18

5d ago30:18

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Stephanie chats with her nephew and the star of the exciting new Netflix series "The Residence," created by Shonda Rhimes. Paul Fitzgerald plays the first gay president in a comedic murder mystery set within the White House. We discuss the importance of kindness in production, the changing landscape of politics, and the need for representation in m…

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49% of Us Would Lick Hospital Door Knobs if Trump Commanded It 1:19:40

5d ago1:19:40

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In today's podcast - John discusses Congress averting a government shutdown just hours before the deadline. He plays clips of lawmakers commenting on the bill and the democrats who voted for it. Then, he interviews Esha Bhandari who is deputy director of the ACLU Speech, Privacy, and Technology Project, where she works on litigation and advocacy to…

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Hang Up | Tiger's Last Round? 56:52

1h ago56:52

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Hosts Alex Kirshner, Lindsay Gibbs, and Ben Lindbergh discuss the possibility of Tiger Woods’ retirement after learning he’ll need yet another surgery - this time to fix a ruptured Achilles tendon. They also talk about the start of the NWSL season and whether the league can continue to build and retain star players. Finally, they wrap with a look b…

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Out Of The Gate: A Constitutional Crisis 31:58

5d ago31:58

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Stephanie Miller tackles the alarming state of American politics, highlighting the constitutional crisis unfolding as Donald Trump openly defies court orders. Joined by political commentator Rude Pundit, they discuss the implications of Trump's actions on democracy and the rule of law, the failures of the current Democratic leadership, and the urge…

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Care & Feeding | Does My Baby Have Separation Anxiety? 32:11

33m ago32:11

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On this episode: Jamilah, Lucy and Elizabeth answer a question about separation anxiety. This listener’s 7-month-old is already showing signs of what looks like some serious discomfort with anyone who’s not mom or dad. But with a no-kids wedding coming up, this mom is wondering how to help her daughter get more comfortable with other people. We’ll …

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What Next | Democrats Had a Rare Opportunity. They Blinked. 30:48

12m ago30:48

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Last week, Democrats averted a government shutdown—by voting for a MAGA-friendly Continuing Resolution, which may have just handed even greater power to Trump. Why? Guest: Josh Marshall, editor-in-chief of Talking Points Memo Want more What Next? Subscribe to Slate Plus to access ad-free listening to the whole What Next family and across all your f…

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What Next TBD | How Trump Is Trying to Kill Press Freedom 32:50

26m ago32:50

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With a Trump-friendly Supreme Court and a contentious relationship with the press, could Donald Trump follow through on his 2016 campaign goal of making it easier to sue media companies for libel—and imperil America’s free press? Guest: David Enrich, business investigations editor at the New York Times and author of “Murder The Truth.” Want more Wh…

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Weekend Interviews: Simon and Julie - Brad Meltzer 1:10:02

7d ago1:10:02

1:10:02

Our weekend podcast again features the popular "We're Still Here" Native American segment with Simon Moya-Smith and Julie Francella. Simon is an Oglala Lakota and Chicano journalist. He’s a contributing writer at NBC News and TheNation.com. Julie is a mental health professional with over 30 years of experience handling complex trauma with Indigenou…

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Slate Money | MrBeast and The Chocolate Factory 55:42

7m ago55:42

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This week: The US Stock Market is plummeting during Trump’s second term. Felix Salmon, Emily Peck, and Elizabeth Spiers explain why headlines very rarely affect the movements of the Stock Market–and discuss whether we're currently living one of those exceptions. Then, the Wall Street Journal has reported that the Trump family is in talks to invest …

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Amicus | Big Law Stands Up 42:01

9m ago42:01

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Donald Trump continued his almost uninterrupted losing streak in the courts. Across the country we saw federal judges openly criticizing his Administration officials and their lawyers for overreach, bullying and misrepresentations about not only their cases, but about norms and values. But Trump has both judges and law firms in his crosshairs. On t…

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ICYMI: Hacktivism, Slacktivism, and (Cybertruck) Vandalism 31:01

9m ago31:01

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Candice Lim and Kate Lindsay uncover the ways people are using the internet and other technology to protest the current government. From website hacking to AI videos to good old fashioned poop-throwing, there’s no shortage of tools to fight back. But which tactics are working, and which ones risk ending up as just another Instagram black square? Th…

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Gabfest Reads | The Day the Challenger Fell From the Sky 39:13

9m ago39:13

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David Plotz talks with author Adam Higginbotham about his new book, Challenger: A True Story of Heroism and Disaster on the Edge of Space. They discuss the feats of engineering that took place, the political cynicism and cost-cutting that played a role in the tragedy, the heroism and tragic loss of the people on board the shuttle, and more. Tweet u…

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SM Happy Hour Podcast with Jill Sobule & Wendie Malick 22:17

3h ago22:17

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Guests: Jill Sobule & Wendie Malick See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Hit Parade | Singing Nuns and Green Tambourines Edition Part 1 53:59

26m ago53:59

53:59

When you think of music in the 1960s, some groundbreaking artists probably come to mind: Bob Dylan, Jimi Hendrix and the Jefferson Airplane, for example. But the pop charts paint a very different picture of that decade, which embraced easy listening, groovy bubblegum, novelty and instrumental records—even a guitar-strumming Belgian nun. In other wo…

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Flashing Back to 5 Years Ago 1:25:26

8d ago1:25:26

1:25:26

In today's podcast - John discusses the changes and similarities of where we were 5 years ago compared to today. He also talks about the looming government shutdown and how Senator Chuck Schumer is breaking ranks and voting with Republicans on the spending bill. Then, he interviews author Ronald Gruner about his past work "We the Presidents" , a pr…

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SM Out Of The Gate 3-14-25 15:11

4m ago15:11

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What the f*** Chuck Schumer?! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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SM Happy Hour Extra with Glenn Kirschner 12:52

41m ago12:52

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Guest: Glenn Kirschner See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Dear Prudence | I Don’t Like Being My Coworker’s Therapist. Help! 39:45

13m ago39:45

39:45

Guest Prudie Kristen Meinzer is joined by comedian and actress Heather McMahan. Together, they answer questions about believing abuse accusations, getting in the middle of a sibling’s relationship, and making boundaries with a friend. Want more Dear Prudence? Subscribe to Slate Plus to immediately unlock weekly bonus episodes. Plus, you’ll access a…

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What Next TBD | Will Tesla Survive Elon Musk? 29:54

11m ago29:54

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The public’s anger towards Elon Musk and DOGE has found an outlet in the form of Musk’s car company Tesla. How long can the company put up with a sinking reputation and stock price? Guest: Pranshu Verma, tech reporter for the Washington Post. Want more What Next TBD? Subscribe to Slate Plus to access ad-free listening to the whole What Next family …

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SM Out Of The Gate 3-13-25 13:19

36m ago13:19

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Democrats NEED to support each other! No more circular firing squad! See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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They are Taking Away the Free Speech of Legal Immigrants First 1:29:57

9d ago1:29:57

1:29:57

John discusses the illegal ICE arrest and incarceration of activist Mahmoud Khalil, a former student at Columbia University. He also talks about Trump withholding already-allocated federal funding from universities if they participate or promote DEI practices. And he criticized N.Y. Governor Kathy Hochul for forcing Hunter College to remove a job p…

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Political Gabfest | What Happens When Government Breaks 1:10:14

9m ago1:10:14

1:10:14

This week, John Dickerson and David Plotz are joined by Juliette Kayyem to discuss how Elon Musk and DOGE are endangering Americans; the Trump administration’s attacks on universities and the arrest of Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil; and the politics of the measles outbreak centered on West Texas. For this week’s Slate Plus bonus episode, John…

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