

Tangle
Isaac Saul
Independent, non-partisan politics news where you'll hear the best arguments from across the political spectrum on the news of the day. Plus, fascinating interviews with people in the political world. Check out our newsletter: https://www.readtangle.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Apr 3, 2024 • 28min
RFK Jr. picks his running mate.
RFK Jr. announced Nicole Shanahan as his VP pick. They discuss her background, campaign strategy, impact on fundraising. Topics include flat tax systems, Google's privacy practices, and the importance of healthy political discourse.

Apr 2, 2024 • 28min
The Baltimore bridge collapse.
A cargo ship collides with Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge, causing it to collapse, resulting in casualties and disrupting vessel traffic. The aftermath highlights the need for federal and state cooperation in infrastructure projects, bipartisan unity, and efforts to reduce concrete emissions through AI technology.

Mar 27, 2024 • 6min
Tangle takes spring break.
This podcast covers a range of topics from the 2024 elections to the controversy around a Zionist ceasefire. It also delves into the issue of porn and reflects on what they got right and wrong in 2023. The chapter description includes news updates on a bridge collapse and Julian Assange's extradition case delay.

Mar 26, 2024 • 28min
The violence in Haiti.
Exploring the violence in Haiti, with over 230 U.S. citizens evacuated. The situation is described as dire and demands attention. A limited podcast series follows undecided voters for the 2024 election. Various chapter discussions cover chaos, evacuations, US intervention debates, complexities of aid, and updates on Boeing and a heartwarming recycling story.

Mar 25, 2024 • 29min
The terrorist attack in Russia.
A terrorist attack in Russia at a concert venue outside Moscow claimed over 130 lives, with ISIS-K taking responsibility. U.S. officials had warned Russia about potential attacks. The podcast also covers a limited series on undecided voters in the 2024 election and various segments like Quick Hits and Listener questions.

Mar 24, 2024 • 1h 4min
The Sunday Podcast: Isaac and Ari talk about SOTU bets, Simon Rosenberg, and Trump coverage still sucks.
Topics discussed include State of the Union bets, NCAA brackets, Simon Rosenberg, media coverage of Trump, and Airing of Grievances. The hosts touch on various current events and share insights on upcoming podcast series and events.

Mar 22, 2024 • 52min
INTERVIEW: Isaac talks with Andy Slavitt
Andy Slavitt, key figure in healthcare, discusses Affordable Care Act, pandemic response, and future outbreaks. Insights on ACA impact, Biden admin changes, and Trump's pandemic handling. Reflects on societal response, vaccination collaboration, and lessons for addressing new outbreaks in 2024.

Mar 21, 2024 • 26min
Should we have a 32-hour workweek?
Exploring the proposed 32-hour workweek bill by Sanders and Takano, exempt occupations, and UAW strikes. The 'Under the Radar' and 'Have a nice day' stories. Limited series following undecided voters for the 2024 election. Policy debates on workweek changes, overtime pay, and economic implications. Discussing government involvement, taxation, income inequality, and the Laffer Curve.

Mar 20, 2024 • 27min
The SCOTUS social media case.
The podcast discusses the Supreme Court case on combating misinformation online, debates government intervention in social media, explores coercion in content moderation, and introduces 'The Undecideds' limited series following undecided voters in the 2024 election.

Mar 19, 2024 • 27min
Chuck Schumer's rebuke of Netanyahu.
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer criticizes Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, calling for new elections in Israel. The episode touches on Schumer's speech, reactions from critics and supporters, and the importance of accountability in Israeli leadership. Also discussed are the US Supreme Court's views on social media moderation, President Biden's conversation with Netanyahu, and innovative farming techniques.


