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Profiles, storytelling and insightful conversations, hosted by David Remnick.
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Gloria Steinem in Conversation with David Remnick, from 2015
The writer and activist, who died this week, discussed her memoir, the Black Lives Matter movement, and a question for activists: Which comes first, changing hearts or changing laws?
Sep 3rd 2026
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15 min
Ian Frazier and Samy Burch on “Coyote vs. Acme”
Frazier, the author of the New Yorker humor essay that inspired the new, buzzy film, talks with Burch, the Oscar-nominated screenwriter who reimagined it as a satire of legal thrillers.
Sep 1st 2026
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16 min
Kai Bird on Roy Cohn, a Founding Father of Donald Trump’s America
The biographer’s new book “American Scoundrel” details Cohn’s infamous tactics during the McCarthy purges; a sex-trafficking allegation; and his profound influence on Trump.
Aug 28th 2026
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34 min
Jessica Tarlov, a Lonely Liberal on Fox News’ “The Five”
Tarlov occupies the hot seat on a Fox News panel of diehard conservatives, arguing for liberal values and rousing the ire of the President, who has encouraged Fox to fire her.
Aug 25th 2026
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22 min
Jon Lovett Answers Your Questions
The “Pod Save America” host answers listeners’ questions about the 2026 midterm elections and what they tell us about the 2028 Presidential race.
Aug 21st 2026
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28 min
Erin Brockovich Takes on Data Centers
The environmental activist has launched a project to document community concerns about the boom in data-center construction across the U.S.
Aug 18th 2026
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23 min
Bernie Sanders Takes on Data Centers
The Vermont senator co-sponsored a bill that calls for a moratorium on building data centers. He discusses the environmental and economic concerns, and what the government can do.
Aug 14th 2026
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26 min
Sam Smith on Their New Album, “Hazel Eyes”
The Grammy-winning singer talks about their new album, which marks a departure for them: these love songs are very much requited.
Aug 11th 2026
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28 min
How Socialist Is the D.S.A.? Megan Romer Explains
Romer, a co-chair of the Democratic Socialists of America, defends some of the D.S.A.’s controversial positions: “I think people like us being rather bold. . . . People want a fighter.”
Aug 7th 2026
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33 min
The Democratic Socialist Running for Mayor of Los Angeles
The city-council member Nithya Raman was an ally of Karen Bass, but Raman launched a challenge against her to bring more “urgency” to fighting the city’s housing crisis.
Aug 3rd 2026
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15 min
Michigan’s Abdul El-Sayed Is “Not a Burn-It-Down Kind” of Candidate
The midterms are becoming a referendum not just on Trump but on the Democratic Party. Will the Senate candidate be a savior of the Party—or a spoiler?
Jul 31st 2026
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35 min
A Democrat and a Republican in Congress on the Blowback from Mass Detention
The staff writer Jonathan Blitzer speaks with two lawmakers in Congress about the immigration crackdown: Democrat Jason Crow, of Colorado, and Republican María Salazar, of Florida.
Jul 28th 2026
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16 min
One Refugee’s Journey Through ICE Detention
In 2025, ICE began detaining people at immigration hearings, an unprecedented step. The staff writer Jonathan Blitzer shares the story of one detainee whose life was turned upside down.
Jul 24th 2026
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34 min
Pick Three: Richard Brody on “The Odyssey” and Other Summer Films
The film critic discusses three notable movies of this summer: Christopher Nolan’s blockbuster “The Odyssey,” the quirky comedy “I Love Boosters,” and the personal documentary “Remake.”
Jul 21st 2026
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13 min
Rahm Emanuel Says Israel’s Path Is “Not Sustainable Politically”
A likely Democratic Presidential candidate says the U.S. must end unconditional support for Israel. Emanuel explains his proposal for Middle East peace, and his position on trans rights.
Jul 17th 2026
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36 min
How an Estimated Seven Hundred Thousand People Have Died from DOGE’s U.S.A.I.D. Cuts
Atul Gawande, the former assistant administrator for global health at U.S.A.I.D., on the devastating effects of cuts to international aid by DOGE and Elon Musk.
Jul 12th 2026
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31 min
The World Cup, the Knicks, and LeBron James’s Fate: An All-Time Summer in Sports
The staff writer Louisa Thomas on the U.S. men’s national soccer team, the N.B.A. off-season, and Serena Williams.
Jul 10th 2026
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18 min
The Sounds of Summer, with Fred Armisen
The comedian talks about his recent album—a sound-effects record for the modern era—and the origin of his love of accents, with the staff writer Michael Schulman.
Jul 7th 2026
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17 min
Alicia Keys’s New York Musical Goes on National Tour
In her Tony Award-winning Broadway musical, Keys tells a story very much like her own life—but don’t call it autobiographical.
Jul 3rd 2026
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32 min
From The Political Scene: Donald Trump’s Dangerous Politicization of America’s Spy Agencies
Bill Pulte, Trump’s pick for acting Director of National Intelligence, has no national-security experience.
Jun 30th 2026
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36 min
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