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Hosts Alex Kirshner, Lindsay Gibbs, and Ben Lindbergh are joined by Knicks superfan and X-Ray Vision host Jason Concepcion for a discussion on Zohran Mamdani’s Knicks fandom and the team’s presence in the mayoral race. The panel turns to yet another major betting scandal – this time in Major League Baseball. Later, journalist Nathan Fenno joins to explain the wave of high-profile burglaries targeting professional athletes.On the bonus episode available exclusively for Slate Plus members, the panel talks about Project B and the future for women’s basketball around the world.Brunson for Mayor (4:27): The Knicks and New York politicsGuardians players indicted for gambling (23:27): Baseball stars face charges for prop bets.Sports burglaries (45:52): The rash of robberies targeting pro athletes(Note: time codes are only accurate for Slate Plus members, who listen ad-free.)Get more Hang Up and Listen with Slate Plus! Join for weekly bonus episodes of Hang Up and Listen and ad-free listening on all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe from the Hang Up and Listen show page on Apple Podcasts or Spotify, or visit slate.com/hangupplus for access wherever you listen.You can email us at hangup@slate.com.Podcast production and editing by Kevin Bendis, with production assistance from Patrick Fort. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this episode: Lucy Lopez, Elizabeth Newcamp, and Zak Rosen are doing a deep dive on child safety at home. They bring on expert Holly Choi from Safe Beginnings to talk about the most dangerous parts of your home, tips for safety classes, why those de-choking devices aren’t worth your money, and more.But first, it’s mailbag time! We read EVERY email you send and every comment you post on our socials, but we’ve been behind in sharing them on the show. So the ‘Rents dig into some of your comments and advice. Podcast production by Cheyna Roth.Join us on Facebook and email us at careandfeedingpod@slate.com to ask us new questions, tell us what you thought of today’s show, and give us ideas about what we should talk about in future episodes. You can also call our phone line: (646) 357-9318.If you enjoy this show, please consider signing up for Slate Plus. Slate Plus members get to hang out with us on the Plus Playground every week for a whole additional grab-bag of content — and you’ll get an ad-free experience across the network. And you’ll also be supporting the work we do here on Care and Feeding. Sign up now at slate.com/careplus – or try it out on Apple Podcasts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Children with disabilities' place in public schools—though legally mandated—has often been tenuous at best. Now the Trump Administration is targeting the department that oversees special ed. What does that mean for kids and their parents? Guest:  Pepper Stetler, author of A Measure of Intelligence: One Mother’s Reckoning with the IQ Test and professor at Miami University in Oxford, Ohio.Want more What Next? Subscribe to Slate Plus to access ad-free listening to the whole What Next family and across all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe today on Apple Podcasts by clicking “Try Free” at the top of our show page. Sign up now at slate.com/whatnextplus to get access wherever you listen.Podcast production by Elena Schwartz, Paige Osburn, Anna Phillips, Madeline Ducharme, and Rob Gunther. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Faiz Siddiqui, a technology reporter at The Washington Post and author of 'Hubris Maximus,' dives into Tesla's shocking approval of a nearly $1 trillion pay package for Elon Musk. He discusses the implications of this deal on Musk's commitment amid his controversial public feuds with government officials. Faiz also reveals how Musk's political involvement has split Tesla's customer base and potentially hurt the company's financial health. Plus, the challenges faced by SpaceX with NASA contracts and Musk's impulsive behavior that raises investor concerns.

Marc Busch, a professor of international business diplomacy at Georgetown University, joins to unpack the implications of Trump's controversial tariffs. He explains the intricacies of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA) and its historical context. The discussion dives into whether trade deficits justify emergency declarations and critiques the government's framing of tariffs as regulatory tools. Busch warns about the potential shift in presidential powers regarding tariffs and examines the Supreme Court's surprising skepticism towards executive overreach.

Jeff Horwitz, a technology reporter at Reuters known for his investigative work on scams, joins a lively discussion about the rampant fraudulent ads on Meta platforms. He reveals how Meta profits from these scams and the company's internal failure to block them effectively. The conversation shifts to the ambitious yet faltering plans for Saudi Arabia’s megacity, Neom, exploring its unrealistic designs and the consultants who thrived amidst its chaos. The panel dives into legal implications, raising intriguing questions about advertising ethics and corporate accountability.

Manny Fidel, a culture writer and cohost of the No Such Thing podcast, joins to discuss the explosion of online gambling and its impact on culture. They explore the rise of mobile betting apps that have transformed gambling into a mainstream activity. Manny reveals the troubling connections between gambling and sports media, alongside the manipulative mechanics of bets like parlays. The conversation dives into how gambling alters fans' enjoyment of games and the pervasive normalization of betting across social platforms. Can regulation offer a solution to these issues?

In a new, very special Death, Sex & Money and Slate Money crossover, Felix Salmon and Anna Sale dig into the stressful world of financial advice and planning for retirement. How do you know if you’re set up financially to retire? Is it possible to think about retirement without having a panic attack? How much should you track your 401k? They’re joined by Felix’s financial advisor Adrianna Adams from Domain Money, to dig into these questions and so much more.For a visual experience, you can watch this episode on YouTube.Podcast production by Cheyna Roth. Video production by Micah Phillips.Get more Death, Sex & Money with Slate Plus! Join for exclusive bonus episodes of DSM and ad-free listening on all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe from the Death, Sex & Money show page on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/dsmplus to get access wherever you listen.If you’re new to the show, welcome. We’re so glad you’re here. Find us and follow us on Instagram and you can find Anna’s newsletter at annasale.substack.com. Our email address, where you can reach us with voice memos, pep talks, questions, critiques, is deathsexmoney@slate.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Well well well. Looks like being a truculent, aging sex pest who clearly hates the constituency he aspires to rule only works in national elections. In New York City, Zohran Mamdani overcame the longshot odds that came from being charismatic, energetic, and actually interested in government.Guest: Aymann Ismail, Slate staff writer and author of “Mamdani’s Win Is a Reminder of What’s Possible.”This episode is member-exclusive. Listen to it now by subscribing to Slate Plus. By joining, not only will you unlock exclusive episodes of What Next —you’ll also access ad-free listening across all your favorite Slate podcasts. You can subscribe directly from the What Next show page on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Or, visit slate.com/whatnextplus to get access wherever you listen.Podcast production by Elena Schwartz, Paige Osburn, Anna Phillips, Madeline Ducharme, and Rob Gunther. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ali Breland, a staff writer at The Atlantic focusing on politics and technology, delves into the controversial figure of Nick Fuentes, known for his antisemitic and racist rhetoric. The discussion uncovers how Fuentes has gained traction online and the implications of Tucker Carlson’s interview with him. Breland highlights the division within conservative circles about engaging with Fuentes and examines the rise of his loyal followers, the Groypers. She analyzes whether Fuentes’s ideas are being accepted within the mainstream right and predicts his potential influence in future political landscapes.