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239 snips
Feb 14, 2026 • 1h 4min
'The Interview': The Woman at the Center of the French Rape Trial That Shocked the World
A survivor details years of secret abuse and the shocking discovery that changed her life. They describe how hidden violence upended a family and the wrenching choice to go public. The conversation covers confronting accused men in court, watching painful evidence, and the ripple effects on children and community. It closes with steps toward healing, new love, and living with the aftermath.
301 snips
Feb 13, 2026 • 22min
The Government Shutdown Fight Over Immigration
Michael Gold, a congressional reporter for The New York Times who covers legislative battles in Washington, explains a single‑agency Homeland Security shutdown. He breaks down why Congress used separate funding bills. He details Democratic demands for oversight of ICE and CBP and the political risks both parties face in the fight over immigration enforcement.
326 snips
Feb 12, 2026 • 31min
The Secret Plan to End U.S. Climate Regulations
Lisa Friedman, a New York Times climate policy reporter who traced a secret legal campaign. She explains the 2009 endangerment finding and why conservatives targeted it. She details the small network, Project 2025 ties, and legal arguments used to justify repeal. She outlines the likely court battles, hopes to reach the Supreme Court, and potential effects on state rules and global climate action.
344 snips
Feb 11, 2026 • 23min
TrumpRx Opens for Business
Margot Sanger-Katz, a New York Times health policy reporter, breaks down TrumpRx and who it might help. She explains how the site works as a price-comparison tool. She discusses why U.S. drug prices are high and why some obesity and infertility drugs show real discounts. She also covers the site’s limited catalog and why most Americans may not benefit.
817 snips
Feb 10, 2026 • 41min
Deception and Dependency: Inside the Latest Epstein Files
Matthew Goldstein, NYT business reporter on white-collar crime; Nicholas Confessore, political and investigative writer; Debra Kamin, investigator of wealth and corruption. They unpack the three million pages of Epstein files. They cover how he recruited and controlled women. They trace intimate exchanges with elites, evidence that contradicts public denials, and how power and secrecy enabled continued exploitation.
470 snips
Feb 9, 2026 • 33min
Why Trump Voters Are Torn Over Minneapolis
Wilk Wilkinson, a 50-year-old Minneapolis-area resident who works to bridge political divides, and John, a construction worker and small-business owner, talk about clashes between immigration enforcement and civil liberties. They discuss federal agents’ tactics in cities, the impact of undocumented labor on wages and hiring, and how recent events have shaken long-held views.
253 snips
Feb 8, 2026 • 35min
At the Super Bowl, It’s Nice Guy vs. Underdog
Michael-Shawn Dugar, Seahawks reporter who traces Sam Darnold’s comeback from journeyman to trusted quarterback. Chad Graff, Patriots writer who explains Mike Vrabel’s culture shift and coaching style. They contrast an underdog’s redemption arc with a coach’s reinvention. Short, character-driven storytelling about resilience, leadership, and why fans root for these journeys.
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Feb 7, 2026 • 38min
'The Interview': Michael Pollan Says Humanity Is About to Undergo a Revolutionary Change
Michael Pollan, bestselling author who writes on food and mind, discusses consciousness, AI, and how our attention is under threat. He explores why consciousness evolved, whether machines or animals can feel, and what practices like meditation and psychedelics reveal. He warns about cultural distractions and argues for protecting our inner life.
182 snips
Feb 6, 2026 • 31min
When Anesthesia Fails and the Patient Is Cut Open
Susan Burton, reporter and host of The Retrievals, investigates women who felt major pain during C-sections. She recounts firsthand accounts of feeling incisions and organs, examines why sensations are dismissed as pressure, and explores systemic causes, research findings, and practical fixes to improve pain recognition and care.
513 snips
Feb 5, 2026 • 29min
Bezos Guts The Washington Post
Erik Wemple, a media reporter who covers major news organizations, discusses The Washington Post’s sweeping newsroom cuts. He walks through who was hit and why the losses feel cataclysmic. He traces Bezos’s investments, recent editorial changes that cost subscribers, and how business pressures reshaped newsroom priorities.
