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Oct 1, 2021 • 12min

The ghost of Cuomo remains in Albany

New York Gov. Kathy Hochul is promising big reforms in the aftermath of Andrew Cuomo’s resignation. But in Albany, change is easier said than done. POLITICO New York’s Anna Gronewold reports. Plus, two top privacy staffers resign from the FTC. And the House Judiciary Committee approves a sweeping marijuana legalization bill.Anna Gronewold co-authors POLITICO's New York Playbook.Jeremy Siegel is a host for POLITICO Dispatch.Irene Noguchi is the executive producer of POLITICO audio.Jenny Ament is the senior producer of POLITICO audio.Raghu Manavalan is a senior editor for POLITICO audio.Take part in our 2021 podcast survey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 30, 2021 • 13min

A crucial moment in the pandemic

Holidays and cold weather are coming. That could be bad for the Covid situation. POLITICO’s Erin Banco reports. Plus, the CDC urges pregnant people to get vaccinated. And top privacy lawmakers demand help from Biden administration.Erin Banco is a health reporter for POLITICO.Jeremy Siegel is a host for POLITICO Dispatch.Irene Noguchi is the executive producer of POLITICO audio.Jenny Ament is the senior producer of POLITICO audio.Raghu Manavalan is a senior editor for POLITICO audio.Take part in our 2021 podcast survey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 29, 2021 • 11min

The knives are out for Lina Khan

President Biden’s top trustbuster is making enemies in Washington. POLITICO’s Leah Nylen reports. Plus, the CDC says side effects from third doses of Covid-19 shots are mild. And health groups urge the FDA to step up its e-cigarette regulation.Leah Nylen is an antitrust report for POLITICO.Jeremy Siegel is a host for POLITICO Dispatch.Irene Noguchi is the executive producer of POLITICO audio.Jenny Ament is the senior producer of POLITICO audio.Raghu Manavalan is a senior editor for POLITICO audio.Take part in our 2021 podcast survey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 28, 2021 • 11min

A 'problematic' alliance with India

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has a troubling track record when it comes to human rights. But Biden needs him to counter China. POLITICO’s Nahal Toosi reports. Plus, polls have Democrat Terry McAuliffe ahead in the Virginia gubernatorial election. And California becomes a permanent vote-by-mail state.Nahal Toosi is a senior foreign affairs correspondent for POLITICO.Jeremy Siegel is a host for POLITICO Dispatch.Irene Noguchi is the executive producer of POLITICO audio.Jenny Ament is the senior producer of POLITICO audio.Raghu Manavalan is a senior editor for POLITICO audio.Read more: Biden needs India to counter China, but it comes with a costTake part in our 2021 podcast survey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 27, 2021 • 14min

Two senators on their fight against military sexual assault

Playbook’s Rachael Bade talks with Senators Kirsten Gillibrand and Joni Ernst about their bipartisan effort to overhaul the way the military handles sexual assault. Plus, Texas Gov. Greg Abbott defends his state’s audit of the 2020 election. And Pfizer’s CEO argues that first shots and boosters can be distributed simultaneously.Rachael Bade is a co-author of POLITICO Playbook.Jeremy Siegel is a host for POLITICO Dispatch.Irene Noguchi is the executive producer of POLITICO audio.Jenny Ament is the senior producer of POLITICO audio.Raghu Manavalan is a senior editor for POLITICO audio.Women Rule: Ending Sexual Assault in the MilitaryTake part in our 2021 podcast survey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 26, 2021 • 15min

Presenting Global Insider: Colombian President Iván Duque on protests, vaccines & Bezos

On this special presentation of POLITICO's new podcast Global Insider, host Ryan Heath sits down with Colombia’s leader Iván Duque.Subscribe to Global InsiderRyan Heath is the author of Global Insider, POLITICO’s global newsletter and podcast, and previously authored POLITICO’s U.N. Playbook, Brussels Playbook, and Davos Playbook. Ryan moderated the first presidential debate of the 2019 EU election, as part of a five-year stint in the POLITICO’s European leadership team. He appears on CNN, NBC and BBC and is the author of two books on politics. Prior to POLITICO, Ryan wrote for the Sydney Morning Herald in Australia, and worked for the European Commission in Brussels as a presidential speechwriter and later as the Commission’s spokesperson for digital issues.Olivia Reingold is the producer of Global Insider.Irene Noguchi is the Executive Producer of POLITICO Audio and edits Global Insider. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 24, 2021 • 13min

FDA cracks down on vaping

Federal regulators are ordering millions of e-cigarette products off the market. POLITICO’s Katherine Foley breaks down how the move is reshaping the vaping industry. Plus, Biden picks up the tab for Florida school leaders fined by Gov. DeSantis. And the House sinks an effort to pull troops from Syria.Katherine Foley covers the FDA and tobacco products for POLITICO.Jeremy Siegel is a host for POLITICO Dispatch.Irene Noguchi is the executive producer of POLITICO audio.Jenny Ament is the senior producer of POLITICO audio.Raghu Manavalan is a senior editor for POLITICO audio.Read more: Vape makers struggle to stay in business after FDA bans flavored e-cigsTake part in our 2021 podcast survey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 23, 2021 • 12min

Where is Xavier Becerra?

The HHS Secretary is staying out of the spotlight and away from major Covid decisions. POLITICO’s Adam Canryn reports. Plus, the Fed signals that it plans to pull back economic support. And Biden commits to communication with France.Read more: Becerra takes a back seat while others steer Covid responseWomen Rule: Ending Sexual Assault in the MilitaryTake part in our 2021 podcast survey.Sign up for the POLITICO Pulse newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 22, 2021 • 12min

Ds and Rs agree: We hate Biden’s migration policy

Bipartisanship? POLITICO’s Sabrina Rodriguez explains why both sides of the aisle are mad at Biden for his handling of the Southern Border. Plus, Rep. Adam Schiff says the panel investigating the Jan. 6 insurrection is preparing to issue subpoenas. And the Justice Department plus several states sue to block a joint venture between American Airlines and JetBlue.Sabrina Rodriguez is a national political correspondent for POLITICO.Jeremy Siegel is a host for POLITICO Dispatch.Irene Noguchi is the executive producer of POLITICO audio.Jenny Ament is the senior producer of POLITICO audio.Raghu Manavalan is a senior editor for POLITICO audio.Read more: It’s not just Republicans. Everyone’s mad at Biden over migration.Take part in our 2021 podcast survey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Sep 21, 2021 • 13min

The unlikely story of Germany’s election

Earlier this year, Chancellor Angela Merkel’s conservative party was poised to hold onto power even after its leader stepped down. But now, the uncharismatic head of the rival Social Democrats is on track to win an upcoming national election. POLITICO’s Chief Europe Correspondent Matt Karnitschnig reports. Plus, manufacturers urge the Biden administration to drop its push to waive intellectual property protections for Covid vaccines. And the White House buys at least 60 million over-the-counter Covid-19 test kits.Matt Karnitschnig is POLITICO's Chief Europe Correspondent.Jeremy Siegel is a host for POLITICO Dispatch.Irene Noguchi is the executive producer of POLITICO audio.Jenny Ament is the senior producer of POLITICO audio.Raghu Manavalan is a senior editor for POLITICO audio.Read more: SPD in pole position as German campaign enters final weekTake part in our 2021 podcast survey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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