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For this Money Talks, lawyer/podcaster Peter Shamshiri, co-host of If Books Could Kill, reveals the secrets of junk nonfiction to host Emily Peck. He explains why “airport books” like The Secret, Hillbilly Elegy, and The Tipping Point tend to be rife with non-advice, pseudoscience, and outright junk, and what that means for our culture at large. He also tells how to get rich with your own crappy self-help book!If you enjoy this show, please consider signing up for Slate Plus. Slate Plus members get an ad-free experience across the network and an additional segment of our regular show every week. You’ll also be supporting the work we do here on Slate Money. Sign up now at slate.com/moneyplus to help support our work.Podcast production by Jared Downing and Cheyna Roth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Slate senior writer Scaachi Koul discusses Kamala Harris's transition from meme icon to presidential candidate, exploring her balance of seriousness and humor, controversies, communication style, and campaign challenges. The podcast delves into Harris's evolution in the political landscape, addressing her biracial heritage, mixed record on criminal justice reform, and the impact of meme culture on her public image.

David Faris, political science professor and author, discusses Joe Biden's sudden resignation from the presidential race, analyzing potential reasons and the impact on Vice President Harris. The podcast explores the open convention process, Kamala Harris' potential, and the Democratic Party's future.

Drew Harwell from Washington Post discusses the rise of conspiracy theories post-assassination attempt on Trump. They explore the challenges of moderating content on social media, the influence of powerful figures like Elon Musk and Roger Stone in spreading misinformation, and the impact of conspiracy theories on the current election.

John Dickerson talks with author Roland Allen about his new book, The Notebook: A History of Thinking on Paper. They discuss the historical origins of notebooks, how to keep a notebook and their own personal journeys documenting their lives.If you enjoyed this conversation, you’ll love an exploration into John Dickerson’s notebooks with his podcast Navel Gazing. Season one is out now.Tweet us your questions @SlateGabfest or email us at gabfest@slate.com. (Messages could be quoted by name unless the writer stipulates otherwise.)Podcast production by Cheyna Roth. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The podcast delves into the recent cybersecurity incident with CrowdStrike, highlighting vulnerabilities in centralized systems. It discusses antitrust laws, Y2K concerns, financial advice, and Silicon Valley's political ties. The evolution of Silicon Valley's political leanings, its relationship with cryptocurrency, and tensions within the crypto space are explored. There is also a focus on the shift towards social conservatism in Silicon Valley and the intersection of politics and work.

So President Biden finally signaled an openness to maybe possibly thinking about Supreme Court reform. Too little, too late, perhaps - but also, desperately needed, certainly. The US Supreme Court views itself as separate and apart from all other courts - including international counterparts. What could Americans learn from other courts? One of the world’s most respected jurists, retired Canadian Supreme Court Justice Rosalie Silberman Abella, joins Dahlia Lithwick on this week’s Amicus for a very special conversation about the role of constitutional courts in democracy, and where SCOTUS may be veering off track. Without Precedent: The Supreme Life of Rosie AbellaWant more Amicus? Subscribe to Slate Plus to immediately unlock exclusive SCOTUS analysis and weekly extended episodes. Plus, you’ll access ad-free listening across all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe today on Apple Podcasts by clicking “Try Free” at the top of our show page. Or, visit slate.com/amicusplus to get access wherever you listen. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jonathan Kanter, Assistant Attorney General, Antitrust Division, U.S. Department of Justice, discusses the importance of promoting fair competition and enforcing antitrust laws against tech giants like Apple, Google, Meta, and Amazon to prevent monopoly power. The conversation delves into the evolution of technology, original content creation, competition in the tech industry, and the significance of regulation to drive innovation and prevent restrictions imposed by monopolies.

Host Mary Harris joins to discuss Trump's VP pick, RNC excitement, Trump's assassination attempt aftermath. Topics include political landscape, J.D. Vance's transformation, Republican unity, Democratic struggles, and navigating political rhetoric and violence.

Paul Farrow, a key figure in the Wisconsin GOP, discusses the evolving priorities of the Republican party, touching on issues like election integrity, diversity, and the impact of abortion on elections. The podcast explores the challenges faced by Republicans in redefining their image and navigating political divides for progress in a polarized climate.