Explain It to Me
Vox
Should I buy a house? Why do I say “like” so much? Should Gen Z bother to save for retirement?Explain It to Me is the hotline for the issues that matter to your life. Send us your questions about health, personal finance, relationships, and anything else that matters to you. Host Jonquilyn Hill will take you on a journey to find the answers, whether it's to the halls of Congress or the local bar. You’ll get the answers you were looking for, and sometimes ones you didn't expect — and always with a dose of humor. New episodes every Sunday. Part of Vox and the Vox Media Podcast Network.
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May 31, 2017 • 58min
A platinum get out of jail free card
Topics discussed include mass incarceration, Trump's roll back of contraceptive coverage, the world of high-end credit cards, the role of prosecutors, international perspectives on incarceration rates, alcohol-related offense punishment, expanding exemptions to the birth control mandate, the complexity of 'Medicare for all', the power and perception of credit cards, and the litigation case of the Black Card.
May 29, 2017 • 19min
Weeds in the Wild: Tennessee's Healthcare Bald Spot
They discuss the challenges of health insurance under Obamacare, including the dwindling options and the impact on individuals with rare diseases. They also explore the flaws in Obamacare, such as the low penalty for not buying insurance and the threat of insurance companies leaving the market. The chapter discusses the negotiations and challenges in keeping Obamacare alive, including the uncertainty faced by insurers. The Tennessee Insurance Commissioner's announcement brings relief to the Reed family, but highlights the broader issues facing health insurance in the country.
May 26, 2017 • 54min
CB--Oh, this bill stinks
Discussion on the CBO score and negative consequences of the Republican healthcare bill. Analysis of the Senate debate and dynamics. Exploration of challenges for Republican politicians. Exploration of reasons behind senators' support for unpopular bills. Analysis of the Montana special election and its implications for the American Healthcare Act.
May 24, 2017 • 1h 4min
Trump's budget has landed, and it's terrible
In this podcast, the hosts discuss Trump's budget proposal and its flaws, including unrealistic growth projections and cuts to public health programs. They also delve into the implications of the budget, voters' loyalty, and the growing influence of the Freedom Caucus. Additionally, they explore the concept of auto-enrollment in health insurance and analyze the economic impact of high housing costs in expensive cities.
May 19, 2017 • 49min
All the Trump scandal drama you've been craving
Discussing the new Trump/Russia special counsel and the latest scandal with Michael Flynn. Exploring the role of special counsel and special prosecutor and their historical examples. Explaining the potential outcomes of the Mueller investigation and challenges in revealing the findings. Highlighting the FBI's confrontation with the White House and its impact on Jim Comey's political reputation. Examining controversial decisions and lack of outrage in Trump's administration. Analyzing a leaked message from the President to Mike Flynn and discussing Flynn's role and behavior.
May 17, 2017 • 1h 17min
Trump chaos, UBI, and the fracking baby boom
Dylan Matthews, an expert in basic income and fracking's impact on marriage and childbearing, joins Sarah and Matt to discuss Trump's latest problems, his reporting on basic income in Kenya, and new research on the effects of fracking on marriage and birth patterns.
May 12, 2017 • 15min
Weeds in the Wild: Free Money... For Everyone!
One of the world’s first universal basic income experiments is happening right now in a small Kenyan village. Dylan Matthews went there to investigate.Links!Dylan Matthew's piece about his Kenya tripTwo economists make the case for and against an American UBIA longer UBI explainerPlease send us feedback! Post your thoughts in our Facebook group or email us at weeds@vox.com
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May 10, 2017 • 1h 3min
The wall in our hearts
Vox's Dara Lind joins Sarah and Matt to talk about James Comey's firing, the border wall, and whether incomes have really been as stagnant as they seem.
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May 5, 2017 • 59min
AHCApocalypse III
Dylan Scott joins Sarah and Matt to discuss the surprisingly swift passage of a revised and reanimated version of Paul Ryan's repeal bill.
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May 3, 2017 • 60min
High-Risk Podcasting
Sarah, Ezra, and Matt talk about Congress's big spending deal, Republicans' newest Obamacare repeal idea, and research on what happens when abortion providers shut down.
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