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This past week, we saw President Joe Biden drop out of the Presidential race and VP Kamala Harris emerge as the new nominee for the Democratic Party. The Atlantic's Frank Foer wrote the book "The Last Politician" about Joe Biden's consequential first term and Elaina Plott Calabro, also from The Atlantic, has interviewed Kamala Harris multiple times. We recap some of Biden's biggest accomplishments and examine the radically changed political landscape since Joe Biden withdrew from the race. How will the Trump campaign adjust to run against Kamala Harris? Can she sustain the excitement around her campaign all the way to November? PRead Elaina's latest on the Trump vs Harris campaign: https://www.theatlantic.com/politics/archive/2024/07/kamala-harris-prosecutor-president/679226/Read Frank's latest on Biden's exit from the race: https://www.theatlantic.com/politics/archive/2024/07/bidens-greatest-strengths-proved-his-undoing/679179/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This is not a moment for a politician's origin story or soaring oratory. Some think that means dancing with the one that brung ya. But maybe it's a moment for someone who could prosecute the case against Donald Trump—making it a perfect time to reintroduce Kamala Harris to voters. Elaina Plott Calabro and Bakari Sellers join Tim Miller. show notes Elaina's story, "The White House's Kamala Harris Blunder"

In the nearly six months of his speakership, Johnson has gone from being a complete mystery to many Americans, to being at the center of the most critical debates over our national policy. With his almost accidental election, no one knew how he would lead. So, what is his leadership style, and what do we need to know more about our Speaker? Elaina Plott Calabro from The Atlantic joins the show.

The President gives his message after passage of foreign aid in Congress. What will Ukraine do with the aid coming to them? Boyd talks with Elaina Plott Calabro about her time spent with Speaker Mike Johnson, a relatively unknown political figure thrust into the spotlight, taking the lead on America's most contentious current issues.

After the GOP fell short of expectations in the midterms, some Republicans blame Donald Trump, and some want to anoint a challenger for 2024. But with Trump already announced and a GOP-controlled House set to spend two years investigating Joe Biden, is the party at all likely to move on from Trump? The Atlantic staff writers Mark Leibovich and Elaina Plott consider that question, as well as the ascent of Marjorie Taylor Greene as Congress prepares for its 2023 session, on this week's episode of Radio Atlantic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Marjorie Taylor Greene tried on Jesus and CrossFit before she got to MAGA. Now, the party leadership needs her more than she needs them because the base thinks she's Elvis. The Atlantic's Elaina Plott Calabro joins guest host JVL for a deep look at the how and why of MTG. Show notes: https://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/2023/01/marjorie-taylor-greene-congress-georgia-election-background/672229/  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Marjorie Taylor Greene tried on Jesus and CrossFit before she got to MAGA. Now, the party leadership needs her more than she needs them because the base thinks she's Elvis. The Atlantic's Elaina Plott Calabro joins guest host JVL for a deep look at the how and why of MTG. Show notes: https://www.theatlantic.com/magazine/archive/2023/01/marjorie-taylor-greene-congress-georgia-election-background/672229/  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week's guest is Elaina Plott, National Political Reporter at the New York Times, who joins us to discuss her work covering Texas in the wake of the 2020 election and where things stand there and beyond for the GOP.

Tonight: As a third Covid vaccine is released into America and daily vaccinations surge, how the case for optimism about the near future just got a shot in the arm. Then, the disgraced, twice-impeached ex-president resurfaces at CPAC with a new grift. Plus, news today that Andrew Cuomo will face a sexual harassment investigation by the New York Attorney General.Guests: Governor Roy Cooper, Elaina Plott, David Weigel, Eugene Daniels, Jennifer Bates, Randy Hadley

Tonight: The big vote on the Covid relief bill—and how the minority party is undermining it. Then, the New York Times reports a major break in the January 6th death of a Capitol police officer at the hands of the Trump mob. Plus, the Washington Post's David Ignatius on what we're learning about the role of the Saudi Crown Prince in the murder of Jamal Khashoggi. Guests: Rep. Cori Bush, Ryan Reilly, Elaina Plott, David Ignatius, Heather McGhee

During an interview with the Associated Press on Tuesday, Attorney General Bill Barr said that “to date, we have not seen fraud on a scale that could have effected a different outcome in the election.” In what seems to be a clever attempt to appease the president, Barr also said during the interview that he had appointed John Durham as special counsel to investigate the Russia-Trump probe in October. Will news of Durham’s appointment appease Republicans? Is there a legal defect in the Durham appointment? Sarah and the guys give us the breakdown. On today’s episode, our podcast hosts also analyze Trump’s election litigation madness, the ethics of COVID-19 vaccine prioritization, and last week’s killing of Iranian nuclear scientist Mohsen Fakhrizadeh.   Show Notes: -Attorney General Bill Barr’s interview with the Associated Press. -“As Trump Rages, Voters in a Key County Move On: ‘I’m Not Sweating It’ ” by Elaina Plott in the New York Times. -Statement from Sen. Ted Cruz urging SCOTUS to hear the Pennsylvania election challenge. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today's Bulwark Podcast, Elaina Plott joins Charlie Sykes to discuss today's Alabama Senate primary, and the long, strange career of Jeff Sessions. Special Guest: Elaina Plott.

In this episode, Niki, Natalia, and Neil discuss the deplatforming of extremists by social media sites from Reddit to YouTube. Support Past Present on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/pastpresentpodcast Here are some links and references mentioned during this week’s show:  Social media platforms like Reddit are taking a harder line on regulating extremist content. Natalia referred to this article about the undisclosed relationship between Ben Shapiro’s conservative sites and Facebook, and to this Vice piece about the effectiveness of social media bans. Niki referenced this New York Times article about YouTube radicalization.   In our regular closing feature, What’s Making History: Natalia recommended Alec MacGillis’ ProPublica article, “How Dollar Stores Became Magnets for Crime and Killing.” Neil discussed the unique moment in cultural writing and reporting right now, pointing to New Yorker food critic Hannah Goldfield’s recent reviews of takeout restaurants and frozen food and to Vinson Cunningham’s essay on the African-American playwright, Lorraine Hansberry. Niki shared Elaina Plott’s New York Times article, “The Fall of Jeff Sessions, and What Came After.”

Elaina Plott is a one of the great profile writers of our time. The New York Times writer grew up in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, and joins the Reckon Interview to discuss Jeff Sessions' career and how being Southern helps her connect with sources. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Elaina Plott is a national political reporter for the New York Times. Before that, she worked for National Review, Washingtonian magazine, and The Atlantic. She and Jay are old friends. Elaina grew up in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, and is currently working on a story about Jeff Sessions, the ex-senator from Alabama (who wants to be a senator again). Elaina went to Yale. With Jay, she talks about reading... Source

Elaina Plott is a national political reporter for the New York Times. Before that, she worked for National Review, Washingtonian magazine, and The Atlantic. She and Jay are old friends. Elaina grew up in Tuscaloosa, Alabama, and is currently working on a story about Jeff Sessions, the ex-senator from Alabama (who wants to be a […]Sponsored by Express VPN Join the conversation and comment on this podcast episode: https://ricochet.com/podcast/q-and-a/elaina-plott-a-young-alabamian-at-the-new-york-times/.Now become a Ricochet member for only $5.00 a month! Join and see what you’ve been missing: https://ricochet.com/membership/.Subscribe to Q & A, Hosted by Jay Nordlinger in Apple Podcasts (and leave a 5-star review, please!), or by RSS feed. For all our podcasts in one place, subscribe to the Ricochet Audio Network Superfeed in Apple Podcasts or by RSS feed.

Plus... Senators urge stimulus funding for local newspapers and David Zurawik says "this isn't reality TV anymore." Sen. Angus King, Dean Baquet, Nicholas Kristof, Elaina Plott and David Zurawik join Brian Stelter.

Elaina Plott is a young reporter from Alabama with skills beyond her years.

This week on the Get More Smarter Podcast, there's an impeachment trial in the Senate — or is it OF the Senate (1:08), the New York Times tries to find Cory Gardner (13:33), we try to explain the greater meaning of the departure of a Denver Post conservative columnist (44:49), and we interview journalist Madeline Schmidt about her national reporting on Colorado's unique abortion laws (22:10). Read Madeleine's article on Jezebel:The Desperate Trail to Safe-Haven Abortions in Colorado (Madeleine Schmidt, Jezebel, 1/6/20)Follow Madeleine on Twitter: @ByMaddieSchmidtRead Madeleine on the Colorado Times Recorder: https://coloradotimesrecorder.com/Other ArticlesThe White House doubles down on its dumbest impeachment defense (Paul Waldman, Washington Post, 1/20/20) Where Is Cory Gardner? (Elaina Plott, New York Times, 1/19/20)Steve Staeger Greets Cory Gardner at DIA (9News, Twitter, 1/16/20)Canceled: Jon Caldara (ColoradoPols, 1/20/20)Amy Klobuchar and Elizabeth Warren Are Democrats' Best Choices for President (NYTimes Editorial Board, New York Times, 1/19/20)More pizza, fewer vegetables: Trump administration further undercuts Obama school-lunch rules (Laura Reiley, Washington Post, 1/17/20)'You're a bunch of dopes and babies': Inside Trump's stunning tirade against generals (Carol D. Loennig and Philip Rucker, Washington Post, 1/17/20)Finally, congratulations to Ian and Sen. Brittany Pettersen on the birth of their first child, Davis James Silverii.

Today’s interview got me thinking really hard. I wasn’t expecting to come with such profound revelations after speaking with author and pastor Stephanie Lobdell, but I surely did. You can see how part of that played out in my recent (vulnerability alert) Instagram post here. Stephanie’s book, “Signs of Life: Resurrecting Hope out of Ordinary Losses” tackles some tough issues. While we love a good redemption story, most of us are not in the middle of extreme life traumas 24 hours a day. Most of us are dealing with the everyday battles: depression, negativity, infertility, self-image, busy-ness, stress, anxiety — you name it. It’s nice to celebrate the Resurrection at Easter, but how about remembering why it matters everyday? Stephanie admits her book doesn’t necessarily cover the great tragedies of life, but the struggles that everyone can relate to. How do we get through when it feels so difficult? She gets honest about her battle with depression and her journey towards ministry leadership. I really appreciated Stephanie’s perspective and walked away with a load of things to consider. What We Talked About: * Signs of Life — Stephanie’s book* Light From Distant Stars by Shawn Smucker* The New Jim Crow* Let the Bones Dance Connect with Stephanie: * Facebook* Twitter* Instagram* Website Recent Episodes: * Loving Immigrants and Refugees: Briana Stensrud of ‘Welcome’* A Cancer Warrior’s Legacy: Kelly Trent on Her Son Tyler’s Life* Achieving Impossible Dreams: The Atlantic’s Elaina Plott on the Record

There’s a tide turning in the United States. It’s not as loud as partisan media voices blasting from the TV, but it matters more. Briana Stensrud is helping make way for Christian women to embrace what it means to be fully pro-life, specifically as it relates to welcoming immigrants and refugees. She helps lead Welcome, a community of women committed to creating a movement of Christ-like welcome in our country. It all goes back to loving the sojourner, Biblical hospitality, believing in the Imago Dei (every human created in God’s image), our call to be peacemakers and to continually invite the orphan, widow, marginalized and oppressed into love and safety. It was interesting speaking with Briana about her work within the traditional pro-life space as it relates to ending abortion, and seeing how she transitioned to focusing on a larger, comprehensive pro-life ethic. I loved when she said, “You cannot scripturally justify prioritizing one vulnerable population over another.” She has a Masters in Biblical and Theological studies from Dallas Theological Seminary so the woman knows what she’s talking about when it comes to scripture. What we talked about: * Welcome* Who is Welcome Here documentary* She Reads Truth* Love Does by Bob Goff* Welcome Instagram Connect with Briana: * Twitter* Facebook* Instagram Recent Episodes: * A Cancer Warrior’s Legacy: Kelly Trent on Her Son Tyler’s Life* Achieving Impossible Dreams: The Atlantic’s Elaina Plott on the Record* Hospitality and Loving Others Well: Leslie Verner’s Beautiful Call

October 20, 2019: Daniel Dale, Erik Wemple, Olivia Nuzzi, Elaina Plott, Matt Lewis, Katie Rogers, Krystal Ball, Ronan Farrow, Dipayan Ghosh and Mo Elleithee join Brian Stelter.

There are some interviews that make you step back and take a deep breath. That’s how I felt before picking up the phone to speak with Kelly Trent, the mother of Tyler Trent — a young man many became familiar with in 2018 when his battle with cancer went public. It wasn’t his plan to make it so, but his invigorating spirit and zest for life couldn’t be contained. Tyler became known as a Purdue superfan, as he decked out for Purdue football games even as he was extremely sick with Osteosarcoma. The team took notice of him — but it wasn’t just the fandom. Tyler’s faith was a tangible part of his life, establishing his hope in something greater than this world. When he received a second diagnosis of cancer after being in remission for two years, he decided this time around would be worth something. It was then he began a journey towards raising millions for cancer research, offering hope for others battling this awful disease and finding strength and resilience in the people around him, God and the things he loved most in life. To say it was a privilege to speak with the incredible woman who raised Tyler would be an understatement. Kelly took the time to share her heart with me, walk listeners through Tyler’s cancer journey and talk to us about what it means even though he ultimately lost is life in early 2019. It can be hard to comprehend how someone walks through the sickness and death of a child. It can be hard to understand how they continue to rely on God when everything feels like its falling apart. Listen is as Kelly talks about how her family — and Tyler — accomplished this even as death stood at their door. What we talked about: * The Upset by Tyler Trent* When Breath Becomes Air by Paul Kalanithi* Tyler receiving the ESPN award* Streams in the Desert book* Dark Clouds, Deep Mercy by Mark Vroegop* Nothing is Wasted Ministries (we didn’t talk about this, but it is a good resource for those going through many kinds of grief) Connect with Kelly: * Facebook* Twitter* Instagram Recent Episodes: * Achieving Impossible Dreams: The Atlantic’s Elaina Plott on the Record* Hospitality and Loving Others Well: Leslie Verner’s Beautiful Call* Combatting Lies Women Believe: Lisa Graft’s Inspiring Vision

On The Gist, Trump’s trade war with China. In the interview, Mike talks to writer Elaina Plott about her reporting on Rudy Giuliani, new White House counsel Pat Cipollone, and the future of the impeachment hearings. Plott is a staff writer at the Atlantic. Read her work here.  In the Spiel, the CNN LGBTQ+ Equality Town Hall.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On The Gist, Trump’s trade war with China. In the interview, Mike talks to writer Elaina Plott about her reporting on Rudy Giuliani, new White House counsel Pat Cipollone, and the future of the impeachment hearings. Plott is a staff writer at the Atlantic. Read her work here.  In the Spiel, the CNN LGBTQ+ Equality Town Hall.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Elaina Plott is the White House Correspondent for one of the best magazines in the country, The Atlantic. She’s a fantastic writer with the right sense of curiosity and detail to capture the unique essence of a story or pen a brilliant profile. At only 26, she’s got bylines in places you may only dream of (GQ, Harpers Bazaar, etc.) and now finds herself on staff at a magazine freelancers are dying to get a their names inside of. She joins brilliant journalists from the past 100+ years in putting together this monthly publication covering politics, culture and humanity from the most interesting, thoughtful angles you will find. I was fortunate enough to work with Elaina when we were both at National Review magazine and have followed her work ever since. It was incredible to speak with her today about her career trajectory, how her faith sustaints her, how she remains fair and balanced and some of her best-kept writing secrets. You know I indulged her a little in some of those more specific questions about finding the story, grabbing the right details and writing a beautiful lede. It’s always fascinating to go behind-the-scenes with a someone inside the hustle and bustle of the news-making craft and I certainly appreciate every bit of insight from Elaina in today’s interview. What we talked about: * Heidi Cruz profile* Ivanka Trump profile* Climate Change Casualties story (Pacific Standard)* The Night Of* Jeannie Berlin* Succession* American Carnage by Tim Alberta* The Patron Saint of Liars by Ann Patchett Connect with Elaina * Twitter* Facebook* Instagram Recent Episodes: * Hospitality and Loving Others Well: Leslie Verner’s Beautiful Call* Combatting Lies Women Believe: Lisa Graft’s Inspiring Vision* Faith, Fitness & Freedom: How Amia Freeman Was Rescued

Impeachment proceedings have been launched against Donald Trump after a whistleblower said the US president pressured the leader of Ukraine into investigating one of his main Democratic challengers. In a telephone conversation Trump asked President Volodymyr Zelensky to look into Joe Biden, the man Trump may well face in the 2020 presidential election, and connections Biden’s son had in Ukraine. The whistleblower’s allegations mention Trump’s personal lawyer Rudy Giuliani as the person who was essentially running the Ukrainian evidence-gathering operation. Giuliani was the ‘hero’ mayor of New York, guiding the city through the horrors of 9/11. But now he’s seen as a more-than colourful character wheeled out to defend his boss to the end. As the proceedings gain momentum, we ask The Atlantic’s White House correspondent, Elaina Plott, whether a phone call could bring down America’s most divisive president, and the details of a fiery exchange she had with Giuliani in the back of an Uber. Presenter: Matthew Price Producers: Harriet Noble and Alicia Burrell Mixed by Nico Raufast Editor: John Shields

Chris anticipates the conclusion of the third Democratic debate with David Gregory, Sabrina Siddiqui, and Elaina Plott.To learn more about how CNN protects listener privacy, visit cnn.com/privacy

Chris anticipates the conclusion of the third Democratic debate with David Gregory, Sabrina Siddiqui, and Elaina Plott.

Amy Walter's take: There’s something of a consensus-building within the so-called mainstream political media that it’s only a matter of time before Biden’s Teflon shield is deflated. His debate performances have been shaky. He is not as quick on his feet as the other candidates. And, he’s spent most of the campaign on defense - either explaining past votes, or changing long-held positions on policy.  But, it also seems to me that many in the political class may be underestimating the staying power of a flawed - but popular and well-known - candidate. In 2016, for example, the assumption among the political elites - me included - was that once the summer ended, so would Trump’s hold on the lead in the GOP race. Voters would start to get serious about electability and stability and would reject this unorthodox candidate. Obviously, we know that didn’t happen.  This isn’t to say that Biden’s destined to win the nomination. But, just that his staying power may be more durable than we think. He’s built up a lot of goodwill over his many years in office that no one else can claim.  Guests: Annie Linskey, National politics reporter for The Washington Post Josh Jamerson, National politics reporter for The Wall Street Journal Elaina Plott, White House correspondent for The Atlantic Matt Paul, Democratic  Strategist based in Des Moines   

September 1, 2019: David Zurawik, Elaina Plott, Julia Ioffe, Dahlia Lithwick, Jeffrey Goldberg, Theodore J. Boutrous and Brian Karem join Brian Stelter.

Good morning to everyone except the sleazy photographers sliding into women's Instagram DMs! On the agenda today, the 'Big Little Lies' finale, how we both got scammed and a new podcast we think you'll love. PLUS, a model's Diet Prada-backed accusations against a prolific celebrity photographer have rattled Hollywood, leading Kim Kardashian and Ariana Grande to speak out. The case goes to show how powerless young models can be - but why wasn't Kanye put under the same scrutiny as his wife?Read:The Red Parts by Maggie Nelson'Where is Ivanka' by Elaina Plott for The Atlantichttps://www.theatlantic.com/politics/archive/2019/07/ivanka-trumps-silence-border-crisis-racist-tweets/594217/Listen: Who? Weekly podcastHow To Fail with Elizabeth Day: FLEABAG IS BACKPhoebe Waller-Bridge on Fresh AirWatch:Queer EyeThe Bachelorette USABig Little Lies Get bonus content on Patreon See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

The 2020 race is on. Staff writer Edward-Isaac Dovere, who covers Democratic politics, was in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, for the unofficial kick-off of the fight to replace Donald Trump. Elaina Plott, who covers the White House, will be in Orlando on Tuesday when the president officially announces his re-election campaign. On this week’s Radio Atlantic: two reporters inhabiting two very different universes discuss what the coming months have in store.  Who does President Trump want to face? Who has the best shot of beating him? And now that he’s running as President of the United States, what will be different this time around? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

June 2, 2019: Ann Dowd, Warren Littlefield, Bill Nye, Elaina Plott, Sarah Ellison, Noah Shachtman, Barbara Starr, and Chris Arnade join Brian Stelter.

Joe Biden officially kicked off his presidential campaign on Monday. He's banking on working people to deliver the vote! Can he beat a crowded Democratic field? Can he beat Trump?It's infrastructure week! Can Pelosi and Schumer work out a bipartisan deal with Trump to improve the nation's infrastructure?We talk to Ginger Gibson from Reuters, Jon Allen from NBC News and Elaina Plott from The Atlantic!

April 28, 2019: Rabbi Yisroel Goldstein, Amanda Carpenter, David Zurawik, Karen Finney, Elaina Plott, Jordan Klepper, Sally Quinn, and Glenn Kessler join Brian Stelter.

Lucy Flores has come forward and accused Joe Biden of touching her and kissing her head. She says she is NOT accusing him of sexual harassment, but that women have agency over their own bodies and Joe Biden didn't respect it. She also says that it's disqualifying for him to run for President. Do you agree with that?The GOP is gearing up ot take on the ACA.....again. You're seeing more and more Republicans go on the record and saying that this is a BAD idea. And they blame Mick Mulvaney and the Freedom Caucus. We talk to Michael Brune from the Sierra Club, Jon Allen from NBC News and Elaina Plott from The Atlantic!

March 31, 2019: Farhad Manjoo, Alice Stewart, Elaina Plott, Jane Coaston, Susan Glasser, Lis Smith, Barbara Starr, Taylor Lorenz and Alberto Ibargüen join Brian Stelter.

Chicago PD held a press conference confirming that Jussie Smollett fabricated a story about being attacked by Donald Trump supporters. While the media spent a whole day obsessing over this story, a Coast Guard Lieutenant was arrested for actually plotting to kill Democratic politicians in hopes of creating a whiter, more conservative country. There will be a new election in NC to resolve the issue of election fraud committed by REPUBLICAN candidate Mark Harris. What the hell is he doing on the ballot anyway?Guest host Peter Ogburn talks TX politics with Andrea Drusch, 2020 politics with Li Zhou from Vox and White House news with Elaina Plott from The Atlantic!

A grotesque display from the Trump administration on Wednesday. Hours AFTER ISIS claimed responsibility for killing 4 Americans in Syria, Mike Pence stood in front of a crowd and repeated the lie that "ISIS has been defeated." What an irresponsible statement to make. ISIS has NOT been defeated and everyone can see it. Rudy Giuliani lies on TV again. He claims that Trump has only ever said that HE was not guilty of collusion, but can't speak for other members of the Trump Team. We talk to Elaina Plott from The Atlantic, Sabrina Singh from the DNC and Igor Bobic from HuffPost!

Reports are out there that John Kelly is resigning as Chief of Staff for Donald Trump. Has he finally had enough? The situation in NC and around the country shows a pattern of election fraud and disenfranchising voters. It's the only way that they can win elections anymore! They can't sell voters on their ideas, so they just STEAL seats! We ramp you up for the weekend with Brad Woodhouse from Protect Our Care, Eugene Scott from WaPo and Elaina Plott from The Atlantic.

The Atlantic’s politics staff writers McKay Coppins, Vann R. Newkirk II, and Elaina Plott, together with editor-in-chief Jeffrey Goldberg, take stock of the midterm results and analyze what they mean for the president, policy, and politics leading up to the 2020 presidential campaign. This program was in partnership with The Atlantic on November 13, 2018. 

On her riveting, detailed profile of Heidi Cruz, wife of Texas Senator Ted Cruz; on covering politics without slant or bias; on visiting an island that rising seas will ultimately engulf—and learning to understand why its inhabitants have faith in Donald Trump

“It seemed like everyone knew what to think but me.” Elaina Plott landed not one but two stories in the Sunday Long Read newsletter last week. The first was a cover story for Pacific Standard magazine about the residents of Tangier Island, Virginia, and their unique relationship with God, Trump, and climate change, which scientists say is likely to wipe their island from the map within the next 25 years. Her second story was a personal reflection on gun violence for The Atlantic, where she is a staff writer. In this week's episode, Elaina and Jacob discuss the details of both stories, the intersections of personal and political discourse, the way Elaina (an Alabaman who went to Yale and works in D.C.) approaches her work, and more. [1:35]: The Country's First Climate Change Casualties -- Pacific Standard [18:00]: Bullet in My Arm -- The Atlantic [28:20]: A Love Letter to the Upper West Side essay/A Teenage Ann Coulter Fangirl essay [43:20]: Elaina breaks news on Scott Pruitt -- The Atlantic

This week, the most rigorous estimate yet of deaths caused by Hurricane Maria was published, marking a grim milestone: the hurricane season of 2017 was one of the deadliest in North America in a century. A year after Puerto Rico, Houston, and other communities were devastated by storms, they’re still counting the victims and trying to rebuild. Because of climate change, these types of extreme disasters may only grow more common. In this episode, The Atlantic’s staff writers Vann Newkirk and Elaina Plott join Matt Thompson to discuss their reporting on Puerto Rico and Houston. How are they doing a year later? And what should we learn from their recovery efforts? Links - “A New Death Toll for Puerto Rico After Hurricane Maria” (Vann R. Newkirk II, August 28, 2018) - “Hurricane Harvey Is Houston’s Unending Nightmare” (Elaina Plott, August 26, 2018) - “A Look Back at Hurricane Harvey: One Year Since Landfall” (Alan Taylor, August 26, 2018) - “Researchers Are Still Counting the Dead From Hurricane Maria” (Vann R. Newkirk II, August 2, 2018) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In the wake of the Parkland shooting, a number of Republican lawmakers want to call for stronger gun reform. However, these rank-and-file congressmen are concerned that they'll be skewered by the NRA and primary challengers if they try to voice their opinions or push legislation without support from Republican leadership. Elaina Plott, a staff writer for the Atlantic, talked to a number of Republican lawmakers for her piece, “I Think We Have a Leadership Problem.” Ms. Plott talks to Michael and Rick about the GOP's leadership void on gun control and how it affects other lawmakers on Capitol Hill. The guys also discuss Jeff Flake’s recent comment that “My party [the GOP] might not deserve to lead” and whether President Trump could face a credible primary challenge in 2020.