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    It's Been a Minute with Sam Sanders
    How 'Capitalism' became a dirty word

    It's Been a Minute with Sam Sanders

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2025 19:25


    Is it a bad thing to be a "capitalist?" Why is the word being used as a diss?And how do Americans' shifting attitudes towards it show up in your discourse and your favorite movies?This is… The ABCs of the Culture Wars. For the next few weeks, Brittany breaks down the history, subtext, and evolving meanings of the buzzwords you hear all over the news and social media. Today we're talking about the C-word: Capitalism. And why the word is increasingly divisive in politics and culture.Brittany is joined by NPR political correspondent Danielle Kurtzleben and writer & editor Morgan Jerkins.Follow Brittany Luse on Instagram: @bmluseFor handpicked podcast recommendations every week, subscribe to NPR's Pod Club newsletter at npr.org/podclub.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

    Short Wave
    What Works – And Doesn't – For Hair Loss?

    Short Wave

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2025 11:56


    People may think of hair loss as a guy thing. But by some estimates, half of all women experience hair loss in their lifetime. And when your social media algorithm gets a whiff? Good. Luck. There are some solutions out there based in science, but not every remedy works for every person — or every type of hair loss. (Yes, there are different types. And the type you have matters!) So today, pharmaceuticals correspondent Sydney Lupkin guest hosts the show to talk about causes of hair loss and how to figure out which treatments may be best for you. Interested in more science behind your health? Email us your question at shortwave@npr.org.Listen to every episode of Short Wave sponsor-free and support our work at NPR by signing up for Short Wave+ at plus.npr.org/shortwave.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

    Life Kit
    Do collagen supplements really work?

    Life Kit

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2025 15:29


    Collagen supplements have been widely promoted on social media, with claims that they'll strengthen hair and nails, lessen wrinkles and even ease joint pain. But are there studies backing these claims? NPR health correspondent Maria Godoy dives into the research and shares science-backed tips for better skin that are more effective.Fill out our survey at npr.org/lifekitsurvey.Follow us on Instagram: @nprlifekitSign up for our newsletter here.Have an episode idea or feedback you want to share? Email us at lifekit@npr.orgSupport the show and listen to it sponsor-free by signing up for Life Kit+ at plus.npr.org/lifekitLearn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

    Being Well with Forrest Hanson and Dr. Rick Hanson
    End Self-Punishment: Curiosity, Joy, and Real Growth with Joe Hudson

    Being Well with Forrest Hanson and Dr. Rick Hanson

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2025 76:52


    Forrest is joined by one of the world's top executive coaches, Joe Hudson, for a conversation focused on how we can reduce self-punishment and live more fulfilling lives by welcoming our emotions and loosening identification with the critical mind. They discuss Joe's “The Golden Algorithm” - our tendency to recreate the emotions we try to avoid - and explore the three pillars of emotional fluidity, cognitive clarity, and nervous system awareness. Joe emphasizes how good change usually comes from reconnecting with who we already are, and welcoming fear, pleasure, and imperfection along the way. Really enjoyed this one, I hope you do too! About our Guest: Joe Hudson is the founder of the Art of Accomplishment, and is one of the most sought-after teachers among the world's top leaders at OpenAI, Alphabet, Apple, and more. He coaches a small group of executives by invitation only, and has collaborated with teachers like Esther Perel, Bessel van der Kolk, Patty Wipfler, and Tiago Forte. Key Topics: 1:14: The Three Pillars: Emotion, Cognition, Nervous System 8:29: Self-improvement as an act of authenticity 15:44: Deconstructing our thoughts 23:19: The golden algorithm, repression, and why we recreate our pain 31:31: Working with the nervous system 34:11: Shame 43:14: Emotions as windows into wants and needs 49:45: Perfectionism 55:27: Enjoying life 1:08:07: Recap Learn more about Joe's work:  Complimentary transformation guide: https://www.artofaccomplishment.com/  Art of Accomplishment YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@ArtofAccomplishment Support the Podcast: We're on Patreon! If you'd like to support the podcast, follow this link. Sponsors If you have ADHD, or you love someone who does, I'd recommend checking out the podcast ADHD aha! Level up your bedding with Quince. Go to Quince.com/BEINGWELL for free shipping on your order and three hundred and sixty-five -day returns. Feel good...and mean it when you say it! Get Headspace FREE for 60 days. Go to Headspace.com/BEINGWELL60 Listen now to the Life Kit podcast from NPR. Go to Zocdoc.com/BEING to find and instantly book a top-rated doctor today. Sign up for a one-dollar-per-month trial period at shopify.com/beingwell. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    How to Be Awesome at Your Job
    1105: The Five Critical Roles of Every Winning Team with Mark Murphy

    How to Be Awesome at Your Job

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2025 37:30


    Mark Murphy shares insights from his research on maximizing team effectiveness.— YOU'LL LEARN — 1) Why you don't want a team of all “team players”2) The simple trick for more decisive teams 3) How to get your team to generate 3X more valuable ideas Subscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep1105 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT MARK — Mark Murphy is a New York Times bestselling author, Senior Contributor to Forbes, andFounder of Leadership IQ, a research and training firm. His latest book is TEAM PLAYERS: The Five Critical Roles You Need to Build A Winning Team. Mark's previous bestselling books include: Hiring for Attitude, Hundred Percenters, HARD Goals, Managing Narcissists, Blamers, Dramatics and more. Mark leads one of the world's largest databases of original leadership research, and his work has appeared in The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, Fortune, Forbes, Bloomberg, BusinessWeek, Harvard Business Review, and U.S. News & World Report. He's been a featured guest on programs including CBS News Sunday Morning, ABC's 20/20, Fox Business News, CNN International and NPR.Some of his most well-known research studies include “Why New Hires Fail,” “Are SMART Goals Dumb?,” “Why CEO's Get Fired,” “High Performers Can Be Less Engaged,” and “Don't Expect Layoff Survivors to Be Grateful.” Mark has conducted training for The United Nations, Harvard Business School, Microsoft, IBM, MasterCard, Merck, and thousands more.• Book: Team Players: The Five Critical Roles You Need to Build a Winning Team• Quiz: “Team Player Quiz: What Type Of Team Player Are You?"• Website: LeadershipIQ.com— RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Study: “Studies in the Principles of Judgments and Attitudes: II. Determination of Judgments by Group and by Ego Standards” by S.E. Asch• Book: Escape from Freedom by Erich Fromm• Past episode: 256: Science-based Solutions for Delivering Tough Truth at Work with Mark Murphy— THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Strawberry.me. Claim your $50 credit and build momentum in your career with Strawberry.me/Awesome• Vanguard. Give your clients consistent results year in and year out with vanguard.com/AUDIO• Quince. Get free shipping and 365-day returns on your order with Quince.com/Awesome• Cashflow Podcasting. Explore launching (or outsourcing) your podcast with a free 10-minute call with Pete.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

    NPR's Book of the Day
    'Interview with the Vampire' author Anne Rice takes NPR on a tour of her haunted home

    NPR's Book of the Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2025 14:52


    Novelist Anne Rice was known for her supernatural tales about vampires, witches, and ghosts. In 1976, she gained notoriety for Interview with the Vampire, the first book in The Vampire Chronicles series. In today's episode, we revisit a 2003 conversation between Rice and NPR's Liane Hansen about Rice's novel 'Blood Canticle' — and the spirits that haunted the author's own home.To listen to Book of the Day sponsor-free and support NPR's book coverage, sign up for Book of the Day+ at plus.npr.org/bookofthedayLearn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

    Humankind on Public Radio
    Faith and Social Justice, Pt2

    Humankind on Public Radio

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2025 31:40


    We profile Raphael Warnock, US senator from Georgia and also the pastor of Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta — the congregation once led by Rev. Martin Luther King Jr. What sustains your faith in “shaky times”? To see additional resources and our other programs, please visit humanmedia.org . Humankind specials are  heard on NPR and PRX member-stations, […]

    What's in a Song
    Taylor Swift's Opalite - break down

    What's in a Song

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2025 82:38


    Send us a textTrack32 on "The Life of a Showgirl" - OpaliteI'm back with Forensic Musicologist Dr. Joe BennettIn this episode we look at:The chord progressionChord tensionsHarmonic rhythmBorrowed chordRhetorical deviceProductionTo sign up with the virtual live master class "The Songwriting of Taylor Swift" with Scarlet Keys: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/1811786424969?aff=oddtdtcreatorJoe Bennett:To learn more about forensic musicology and professor Joe Bennett: https://joebennett.net/Mailing list:https://www.scarletkeys.com/Instagram: @scarletkeysofficialBecome a member of the What's in a song songwriting community or become a supporter:https://buymeacoffee.com/scarlet.keysScarlet's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scarletkeysofficial/To purchase Scarlet Keys' book "What if it All Goes Right: Practicing Hope in the Hardest Times" featured on NPR and the Wall Street Journal:https://www.amazon.com/What-All-Goes-Right-Practicing/dp/B0CTYVQ9Q8To purchase Scarlet Keys' book "The Craft of Songwriting:https://www.amazon.com/Craft-Songwriting-Music-Meaning-Emotion/dp/0876391927/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2PP55NU6E9ST6&keywords=the+craft+of+songwriting&qid=1659573139&sprefix=the+craft+of+songwritin%2Caps%2C153&sr=8-1Mixed by Peter Sykes: https://www.petersykesmusic.com/Otto Gross: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMnxx19QD-vxD4wnYGTn3JwScarlet's website:https://www.scarletkeys.comScarlet's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scarletkeysofficial/To purchase Scarlet Keys' book "The Craft of Songwriting:https://www.amazon.com/Craft-Songwriting-Music-Meaning-Emotion/dp/0876391927/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2PP55NU6E9ST6&keywords=the+craft+of+songwriting&qid=1659573139&sprefix=the+craft+of+songwritin%2Caps%2C153&sr=8-1Scarlet's website: https://www.scarletkeys.comScarlet's instagram: https://www.instagram.com/scarletkeysofficial/To purchase Scarlet Keys' book "The Craft of Songwriting:https://www.amazon.com/Craft-Songwriting-Music-Meaning-Emotion/dp/0876391927/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2PP55NU6E9ST6&keywords=the+craft+of+songwriting&qid=1659573139&sprefix=the+craft+of+songwritin%2Caps%2C153&sr=8-1

    Full Disclosure
    Gary Shteyngart

    Full Disclosure

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2025 54:52


    Author and satirist Gary Shteyngart joined NPR's Mary Childs and Chioke I'Anson at Richmond's Institute for Contemporary Art. The New Yorker recently featured Shteyngart in mini-doc “The Guy Who Got Cut Wrong.”

    Mason and Friends show
    Episode 991: episode 991

    Mason and Friends show

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2025 49:22


    www.TheMasonAndFriendsShow.com https://thejuunit.bandcamp.com/releases https://www.youtube.com/@SuperStationWJDL-TV5 A Ridiculous Fever Dream of Pro Wrestling Presented by J Dub https://www.glass-flo.com Great Pipes for Sure Mike's Back, Reaclimating, Stop Being a Bitch, Come On, Chicken Wings, CubaSwalian, Cubaswalianese,. Mexico Authentic, steak and avocado's, Driving, Dune Buggy's, Destroyed Driving Gloves, Mud Issues, Army Police? Stopping, Bride Seekers? Creepy Town, scary Cars. High End Trip, Beautiful Mexican Girl, La Paz, Catedral Hotel, Prettiest I Saw, no number, Didn't know the Road, grave Potential, Flying, Drinkin like the Locals, Water real Issue, The Two Robertos, Cool Hoodie, Shout Out Mexico, Water Bottles, driving unique, Getting Out the way, driving and staring, Subaru Legacys.. Vehicle Gripes, the music of this episode@ https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2UWj7vtn22m1kVgJO0XKHg?si=72e3c0f508fa44b0 support the show@ www.patreon.com/MperfectEntertainment

    Travel with Rick Steves
    809 Women of Pompeii; Lesser-Known Greek Isles; Weird Ireland

    Travel with Rick Steves

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2025 52:00


    Learn about the societal roles and everyday lives of the women of Pompeii. Then get recommendations from a Greek tour guide for some islands that should be on your radar for your next visit. And take a walk on the Emerald Isle's weird side with a local collector of all things offbeat, outlandish, and delightfully Irish. For more information on Travel with Rick Steves - including episode descriptions, program archives and related details - visit www.ricksteves.com.

    NPR's Book of the Day
    Revisiting Anne Rice's ‘Interview with the Vampire'

    NPR's Book of the Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2025 31:42


    Do you ever get the feeling that you're watching or reading… a lot about vampires? With the 20th anniversary of the Twilight book series upon us, plus the fact that one of the year's biggest films, Sinners, happens to be a vampire movie, we feel like we can't escape them - but maybe we don't want to! On this week's episode of Books We've Loved, Andrew Limbong and B.A. Parker are joined by longtime NPR editor Barrie Hardymon to talk all things Interview with the Vampire – including how author Anne Rice established the pensive prototype of the vampire as we know it today. To listen to Book of the Day sponsor-free and support NPR's book coverage, sign up for Book of the Day+ at plus.npr.org/bookofthedayLearn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

    Planet Money
    Should the fine have to fit the crime?

    Planet Money

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2025 25:36


    The U.S. Constitution famously outlaws “cruel and unusual punishments.” But there's another, far more obscure part of the Constitution called the Excessive Fines Clause, which basically says that the fine has to fit the crime. So far, the Supreme Court has been pretty mysterious about what that means. But for Ken Jouppi, the fate of his $95,000 plane hinges on it.Ken is a bush pilot. He used to run an air taxi service in Fairbanks, Alaska. In 2012, police caught one of Ken's passengers with a six-pack of Budweiser in her luggage. Over that six-pack, Ken was convicted of bootlegging. As punishment, he was ordered to forfeit his $95,000 Cessna.The Supreme Court is now considering whether to take Ken's case. And what's at stake here is more than just a plane. Hanging in the balance is an increasingly popular — and controversial — business model for criminal justice.More on economics and the law: - Fine and punishment - The prisoner's solution - Paying for the crime - Rescues at sea, and how to make a fortunePre-order the Planet Money book and get a free gift. / Subscribe to Planet Money+Listen free: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, the NPR app or anywhere you get podcasts.Facebook / Instagram / TikTok / Our weekly Newsletter.Today's episode was produced by James Sneed and Sam Yellowhorse Kesler with help from Luis Gallo. It was edited by Jess Jiang, fact-checked by Sierra Juarez and engineered by Ko Tagasugi Chernovin with help from Robert Rodriguez. Planet Money's executive producer is Alex Goldmark.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

    It's Been a Minute with Sam Sanders
    Nazism has entered the group chat

    It's Been a Minute with Sam Sanders

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2025 22:53


    Why is there so much Nazism in the news? And when does a "joke" become hate speech?Politico broke a story last week featuring what it said were leaks from a Telegram group chat that included Young Republican National Federation leaders. These chats made headlines for reportedly racist and pro-Nazi messaging. But this is not the only story in the news about people in politics engaging with Nazi rhetoric. Is it happening more often? And is this kind of thing just a “joke”? Brittany is joined by Odette Yousef, domestic extremism correspondent for NPR, and Gene Demby, co-host of NPR's Code Switch, to get into it.(0:00) Young Republicans group chat screenshots go viral...(3:40) Where's the line between joking and hate speech?(5:56) Is Nazi talk more common, or are we just more aware of it?(10:29) Why white adults are considered "kids" even in their 30s(14:45) Are there consequences for spreading hate? And what you can do about it.(19:41) 'Wait, What?' - a pop culture trivia game(23:29) Responding to listener comments :)Follow Brittany Luse on Instagram: @bmluseFor handpicked podcast recommendations every week, subscribe to NPR's Pod Club newsletter at npr.org/podclub.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

    Short Wave
    Parasites Have Haunted Us For Millions Of Years

    Short Wave

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2025 15:00


    Parasites have roamed the Earth for a long time. They were here before the dinosaurs: The oldest fossils are more than 500 million years old. Today on the show, Regina G. Barber speaks with paleontologists Karma Nanglu and Danielle de Carle about a mysterious fossil called the “Riddler,” and the oldest-ever leech fossil. They share stories of the enduring power of parasitism through the ages and why the clues to prehistoric mysteries may be tucked in a basement.Interested in more science behind rare fossils? Email us your question at shortwave@npr.org.Listen to every episode of Short Wave sponsor-free and support our work at NPR by signing up for Short Wave+ at plus.npr.org/shortwave.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

    Consider This from NPR
    Congress is investigating cases of U.S. citizens detained in immigration raids

    Consider This from NPR

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2025 7:16


    U.S. citizens have been arrested in the Trump Administration's aggressive immigration crackdown. According to ProPublica, at least 170 have been arrested or detained by immigration agents since President Trump took office for his second term.In response, Texas Rep. Robert Garcia and Sen. Richard Blumenthal of Connecticut — both Democrats — have announced an investigation into these detentions.It is incredibly concerning that now anyone can be targeted,” Rep. Garcia tells NPR. “It's important that we begin documenting all of this.”For sponsor-free episodes of Consider This, sign up for Consider This+ via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org. Email us at considerthis@npr.org.This episode was produced by Tyler Bartlam and Michael Levitt, with audio engineeringfrom Damian Herring. It was edited by Patrick Jarenwatananon and Sarah Handel. Our executive producer is Sami Yenigun.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

    All Songs Considered
    New Music Friday: The best albums out Oct. 24

    All Songs Considered

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2025 38:55


    Brandi Carlile. Miguel. Tortoise. Host Stephen Thompson chats with Ayana Contreras from KUVO in Denver about their favorite albums out Friday, Oct. 24.The Starting 5:- Brandi Carlile, 'Returning To Myself'- Miguel, 'Caos'- Tortoise, 'Touch'- Daniel Caesar, 'Son Of Spergy'- Yazmin Lacey, 'Teal DreamsThe Lightning Round:- iLe, 'Como Las Canto Yo'- Natural Information Society, 'Perseverance Flow'- Hannah Jadagu, 'Describe'- Hether, 'Holy Water'- Joyer, 'On the Other End of the Line'See the long list of albums out Oct. 24 and sample dozens of them via our New Music Friday playlist on NPR.org.Credits:Host: Stephen ThompsonGuest: Ayana Contreras, KUVOAudio Producer: Noah CaldwellDigital Producer: Elle MannionEditor: Otis HartExecutive Producer: Suraya MohamedLearn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

    NPR's Book of the Day
    'Paper Girl' and 'Joyride' are memoirs by journalists who get close to their subjects

    NPR's Book of the Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2025 18:51


    Today's episode features new memoirs by journalists who aren't afraid to connect deeply with their subjects. First, in Paper Girl, Beth Macy travels back to her hometown, Urbana, Ohio. In today's episode, she tells NPR's Ailsa Chang about the socioeconomic and cultural changes she found there. Then, Susan Orlean is known for going deep on niche subjects, like orchid enthusiasts or umbrella inventors. In today's episode, she talks with NPR's Scott Simon about her memoir Joyride and how she came across her best-known stories.To listen to Book of the Day sponsor-free and support NPR's book coverage, sign up for Book of the Day+ at plus.npr.org/bookofthedayLearn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

    Colorado Matters
    Oct. 24, 2025: A man who considers all things; AI and air quality; The musical family behind BRŪHA

    Colorado Matters

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2025 49:12


    All Things Considered Host Ari Shapiro, who has just left NPR after 25 years, came to Denver to receive a prestigious award. We spoke at this year's Damon Runyon dinner. Then, the disproportionate toll domestic violence takes on children. Plus, how your Google search affects the air you breathe. And Denver band BRŪHA is a family affair. 

    The Frequency: Daily Vermont News

    Why food benefits could expire for thousands of Vermonters if the federal government shutdown continues into next month. Plus, Vermont is still short of money needed to fund its Low Income Home Energy Assistance program, Gov. Scott introduces a short-term plan to address public safety concerns in Burlington, three northeastern projects receive grant money to advance indigenous forest research, and we preview the World Series between the Toronto Blue Jays and Los Angeles Dodgers that begins tonight in our weekly sports report. 

    WAMU: Local News
    The Politics Hour: Federal cuts are hitting Montgomery County hard

    WAMU: Local News

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2025 50:28


    Montgomery County Council President Kate Stewart explains how the county is dealing with federal cuts an shutdown. Plus, Ward 1 D.C. Councilmember Brianne Nadeau on why she decided not to run for reelection.

    Smart Talk
    WPSU to Stay on Air Thanks to WHYY Partnership & recent firing of James Franklin; Vision Corps Empowers Blind and Visually Impaired Workers in Lancaster.

    Smart Talk

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2025 44:38


    (00:00:00) State College’s NPR station, WPSU, will continue broadcasting after all, following a new partnership agreement with Philadelphia’s WHYY. The plan, unanimously approved by Penn State trustees, allows WPSU-TV and radio to join WHYY without requiring a $17 million subsidy from the university, which was a sticking point in a previously rejected proposal. WHYY now has 30 days to secure at least $8.4 million in funding to complete the transfer, which also requires Federal Communications Commission approval. the recent firing of Penn State Football Coach James Franklin, which has been a major topic in the community. (00:22:06) For many, losing vision can feel like losing opportunities, but for Clinton Tyler and Maribel Surita, Vision Corps in Lancaster has been a place of empowerment, growth, and professional achievement. Both employees credit the nonprofit organization with giving them tools, training, and support to thrive in the workplace despite visual impairments.Support WITF: https://www.witf.org/support/give-now/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    WUWM News
    'Profoundly tragic': Religious, labor leaders call out multicultural staff cuts at MATC

    WUWM News

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2025 3:31


    MATC fired four staff in its multicultural department after threats of investigation by the Department of Education this summer.

    WUWM News
    What to know about DHS detaining U.S. Citizens

    WUWM News

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2025 4:52


    A recent report by ProPublica has found that the Department of Homeland Security and ICE has detained more than 170 U.S. citizens in their immigration crackdowns. Here's who has been swept up and what this means for constitutional rights across the nation.

    The NPR Politics Podcast
    Trump Tears Down The White House East Wing To Build A Ballroom

    The NPR Politics Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2025 17:34


    The Trump administration broke ground this week on a new White House ballroom, demolishing the White House's East Wing in the process. We discuss why the project is controversial and who is paying the $300 million bill.This episode: political correspondent Ashley Lopez, senior White House correspondent Tamara Keith, and senior political editor and correspondent Domenico Montanaro.Amazon and Google are financial supporters of NPR and Amazon pays to distribute some of our content.This podcast was produced by Casey Morell & Bria Suggs, and edited by Rachel Baye. Our executive producer is Muthoni Muturi.Listen to every episode of the NPR Politics Podcast sponsor-free, unlock access to bonus episodes with more from the NPR Politics team, and support public media when you sign up for The NPR Politics Podcast+ at plus.npr.org/politics.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

    All Songs Considered
    “I Believe (When I Fall in Love It Will Be Forever)” by Stevie Wonder

    All Songs Considered

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2025 34:09


    This is the first episode of a new series on All Songs Considered, hosted by NPR Music critic Ann Powers and editor Daoud Tyler-Ameen. Most of what you hear on All Songs is focused on new music, but now, every other Thursday, Ann and Daoud will pick an old song and discuss how it has managed to stand the test of time and why we still care about it. This week's song: “I Believe (When I Fall in Love It Will Be Forever)” by Stevie Wonder, from 1972. This episode is available for everyone, but upcoming episodes in this series will be just for NPR Music+ supporters. NPR Music+ is a new way to support NPR and public radio. When you join, you'll get access to every episode in this new series, and you'll get to hear every episode of All Songs Considered and Alt.Latino sponsor-free. Sign up at plus.npr.org/nprmusicFollow Ann and Daoud's work at NPR MusicSubscribe to the NPR Music newsletterFollow NPR's Tiny Desk ConcertsLearn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

    Radio Diaries
    Identical Strangers

    Radio Diaries

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2025 17:10


    Paula Bernstein and Elyse Schein were both born in New York City and adopted as infants. When they were 35 years old, they met and found they were “identical strangers.”This story originally aired on NPR in 2007. Liked this story? Donate and find more of our stories at www.radiodiaries.org. Follow us @radiodiaries on Bluesky and Instagram.  Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

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    Mind Matters
    Presuming Competence: A Nonspeaking Person Finds His Voice

    Mind Matters

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2025 35:40


    Emily Kircher-Morris welcomes Sumit and Viraj Dhanda, a father-son duo who are working to update and rethink norms around communication, intelligence, and inclusion. Viraj is a nonspeaking autistic student who was diagnosed with autism and apraxia as a young child. Viraj and his father, Sumit, talk about their journey navigating the challenges and misconceptions surrounding non-verbal communication, the impact of apraxia, and the importance of presuming competence. Viraj shares his personal experiences through a communication tool, and tells the story of when he and his father discovered his unique condition. TAKEAWAYS Many non-speakers have apraxia of speech. Potential can be missed when you fail to presume competence in non-speaking people. Typing can be a transformative communication tool for non-speakers. Misconceptions about non-verbal communication can be damaging. Advocacy and persistence can lead to breakthroughs in education. Parents should explore all communication options for their children. Non-speaking people can and do have rich, complex thoughts. Education systems should rethink expectations for non-speakers. Emerging technologies offer hope for non-speaking people. Viraj and Sumit Dhanda are a father-son duo reshaping the conversation around communication, intelligence, and inclusion. Viraj, a nonspeaking autistic student admitted to MIT's Class of 2029, was diagnosed with autism and apraxia in early childhood. Through typing, he broke through profound communication barriers and revealed extraordinary strengths in mathematics, writing, and critical thinking. His poetry and essays offer rare insight into the inner world of nonspeaking autistics and have been featured by The Boston Globe, CBS Evening News, and NPR's Here & Now. Sumit, a finance professional and former executive at Bank of America Merrill Lynch, Citadel Securities, and Evercore ISI, now dedicates much of his time to advocacy and storytelling alongside his son. With a PhD in Electrical Engineering from Stanford and graduate degrees from Dartmouth and BITS Pilani, Sumit brings a unique lens to the conversation. Together, they are co-authoring a memoir that weaves their two perspectives into one powerful narrative—challenging assumptions and expanding what we understand about neurodiversity and human potential. BACKGROUND READING Twitter/X, Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn If you'd like members of your organization, school district, or company to know more about the subjects discussed on our podcast, Emily Kircher-Morris provides keynote addresses, workshops, and training sessions worldwide, in-person or virtually. You can choose from a list of established presentations, or work with Emily to develop a custom talk to fit your unique situation. To learn more, visit our website. The Neurodiversity Podcast is on Facebook, Instagram, BlueSky, and you're invited to join our Facebook Group.

    NPR's Book of the Day
    This Palestinian journalist kept a diary as Israeli forces invaded – now it's a book

    NPR's Book of the Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2025 8:06


    As Israeli forces invaded Gaza in 2023, Palestinian journalist Plestia Alaqad kept a diary. Her writing is a record of the 45 days she spent reporting on the ground during the invasion until she evacuated. Now, she's published her diary as a book called The Eyes of Gaza. In today's episode, Alaqad joins NPR's Lelia Fadel for a conversation about the journalist's memories of home both before and after the conflict.To listen to Book of the Day sponsor-free and support NPR's book coverage, sign up for Book of the Day+ at plus.npr.org/bookofthedayLearn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

    Humankind on Public Radio
    Faith and Social Justice, Pt1

    Humankind on Public Radio

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2025 22:05


    Progressive voices of conscience have long arisen in faith communities. This Humankind documentary explores the spiritual impulse for social change. To see additional resources and our other programs, please visit humanmedia.org . Humankind specials are  heard on NPR and PRX member-stations, in association with GBH Boston.

    Spanish Podcast
    News in Slow Spanish - #867 - Study Spanish while Listening to the News

    Spanish Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2025 10:41


    Comenzaremos el segmento de actualidad comentando las enormes manifestaciones que tuvieron lugar en todo Estados Unidos el pasado sábado. A continuación, centraremos nuestra atención en Europa. Por primera vez en los últimos 35 años, Alemania ha emitido una alerta sobre la creciente probabilidad de que haya guerra. El segmento de ciencia lo dedicaremos al Premio Nobel de Economía 2025, concedido a Joel Mokyr, Philippe Aghion, y Peter Howitt por su trabajo sobre cómo el progreso tecnológico y la destrucción creativa posibilitan el crecimiento económico sostenido. Y, finalmente, hablaremos sobre el debate, en Estados Unidos, en torno al espectáculo del descanso durante la próxima Super Bowl. En particular, el debate se centra en cuestiones de representación y de idioma en los deportes y el mundo del entretenimiento estadounidenses. El resto del episodio de hoy lo dedicaremos a la lengua y la cultura españolas. La primera conversación incluirá ejemplos del tema de gramática de la semana, el verbo Gustar. En esta conversación hablaremos de una leyenda que encontramos en muchos lugares de España con distintas variantes. Hablamos de la Santa Compaña; una reunión de almas del Purgatorio que vagan noche tras noche. Pocos la pueden ver, pero esa visión, es su maldición. Y, en nuestra última conversación, aprenderemos a usar una nueva expresión española, Como pez en el agua. La usaremos para hablar de la apasionante vida que tuvo la actriz estadounidense Ava Gardner en la capital de España. En los años cincuenta, la estrella americana descubrió una España atrasada, pero alegre y divertida. Su amor por el cante flamenco, los toros y la fiesta era por todos bien conocido. Millones de personas acuden a las manifestaciones “No Kings” en todo Estados Unidos en apoyo a la democracia Las autoridades federales alemanas publican una guía que alerta sobre la posibilidad de que haya guerra El Premio Nobel de Economía 2025 es una alerta oportuna sobre el progreso Bad Bunny anima a los aficionados al fútbol americano a que aprendan español La Santa Compaña Ava Gardner, una mujer libre en la España de Franco

    German Podcast
    News in Slow German - #485 - Study German While Listening to the News

    German Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2025 10:06


    Wir beginnen mit einem Blick auf die Massenproteste, die letzten Samstag überall in den USA stattfanden. Danach sprechen wir über Europa. Zum ersten Mal seit 35 Jahren wird in Deutschland vor einem möglichen Krieg gewarnt. In unserem Wissenschaftssegment sprechen wir heute über die Vergabe des Nobelpreises für Wirtschaftswissenschaften 2025. Die Ökonomen Joel Mokyr, Philippe Aghion und Peter Howitt erhielten den Preis für ihre Arbeit daran, wie technologischer Fortschritt und schöpferische Zerstörung nachhaltiges Wirtschaftswachstum vorantreiben. Und zum Schluss sprechen wir über eine Debatte in den USA rund um die geplante Super-Bowl-Halbzeitshow. Dabei geht es insbesondere um Fragen der Repräsentation und Sprache im amerikanischen Sport- und Unterhaltungsbereich. Der Rest des Programms ist der deutschen Sprache und Kultur gewidmet. Die heutige Grammatiklektion konzentriert sich auf Da-Compounds / Da-Words Wir sprechen über die Fernsehsendung Bernd das Brot – ein Brot, das stets mürrisch, schlecht gelaunt und depressiv verstimmt ist. Die Figur ist dabei allerdings so komisch, dass sowohl Kinder als auch Erwachsene darüber lachen können. Bernd das Brot hat nun auch Fans in den USA. 2025 war ein wirklich turbulentes Jahr für das Oktoberfest auf der Theresienwiese in München. Hitzerekord, Bombendrohung, gefährliche Momente wegen Überfüllung: Das alles ging auf keine Kuhhaut. Genau das ist auch unsere Redewendung für diese Woche: Auf keine Kuhhaut gehen. „No Kings“-Proteste in den USA: Millionen Menschen demonstrieren für den Erhalt der Demokratie Deutsche Bundesbehörde warnt vor der Möglichkeit eines Krieges Wirtschaftsnobelpreis 2025 für Forschung zu technologischem Fortschritt und Wachstum Bad Bunny will, dass Football-Fans Spanisch lernen Bernd das Brot Ein Oktoberfest für die Geschichtsbücher

    The Roundtable
    Richard Thompson at The Bardavon on 11/7 and Stone Church on 11/8

    The Roundtable

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2025 26:49


    Named one of the Top 20 Guitarists of All Time by Rolling Stone, Richard Thompson is one of the world's most critically acclaimed and prolific songwriters. In addition to his beloved catalog and in addition to many other honors - Thompson has received Lifetime Achievement Awards for Songwriting on both sides of the Atlantic.He'll be in the WAMC region early next month, playing The Bardavon in Poughkeepsie, New York on November 7 and Stone Church in Brattleboro, Vermont on November 8.Will Hermes is a regular contributor to NPR, The New York Times, Rolling Stone, and Pitchfork. He's the author of “Love Goes to Buildings on Fire” and “Lou Reed: The King of New York.” His substack of music writing is at newmusicoldmusic.substack.com.Hermes spoke with Richard Thompson for WAMC.

    時事英文 English News

    從亞洲、非洲到南美洲,Z 世代憤怒的走上街頭~ 飄揚著 One Piece 海賊王裡的草帽海賊旗

    Mason and Friends show
    Episode 990: episode 990

    Mason and Friends show

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2025 48:54


    www.TheMasonAndFriendsShow.com https://thejuunit.bandcamp.com/releases https://www.youtube.com/@SuperStationWJDL-TV5 A Ridiculous Fever Dream of Pro Wrestling Presented by J Dub https://www.glass-flo.com Great Pipes for Sure closing in on 1000, Big Up Big Mike, Flying Out, ameba? Mexico Plans, taking Time to do, most theivable,? car steeling, Words Made Up, Cubaswalian, Hitting Whoever, Art Destruction? RedZone, Betting is Bad, Online Bets, Hockey Games? LOTS, Parlays, F1 Liar, Pawn Shop Gold Hunting, Skins in Dallas, Screen Shotting Bets, Guests? Zoom? Delta and United, All Games Bets, Kick off Rules, the music of this episode@ https://open.spotify.com/playlist/71LYR8UBHnVNbU6oRTvWV2?si=08c415dbcb78464a support the show@ www.patreon.com/MperfectEntertainment

    Planet Money
    TikTok's Trojan Horse Strategy

    Planet Money

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2025 25:03


    When TikTok videos started to go viral on Instagram and Reddit, TikTok turned to professional sound designers to protect their content.More and more companies are paying to develop a “sonic identity” – a series of sounds, songs, and micro-jingles to help maintain a unified brand.In this episode, in conjunction with the sound design podcast Twenty Thousand Hertz, we hear the backstory to possibly the most successful audio branding campaigns in history. It's a tale of guerilla marketing and the power of sonic suggestion.Pre-order the Planet Money book, and get a free gift / Subscribe to Planet Money+Listen free: Apple Podcasts, Spotify, the NPR app or anywhere you get podcasts.Facebook / Instagram / TikTok / Our weekly Newsletter.This adapted episode was hosted by Kenny Malone and Dallas Taylor. It was produced by Casey Emmerling and James Sneed. The episode was edited by Jess Jiang. Alex Goldmark is our Executive Producer.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

    It's Been a Minute with Sam Sanders
    How to make friends & get good gossip

    It's Been a Minute with Sam Sanders

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2025 19:17


    Do you want to know the secret to making deeper friendships? Throw a dinner party.You'll feel less lonely, take care of people you love, and find out what's really going on in your community. Dinner parties are sort of a lost art, and our notions of what makes a worthy dinner party are being warped by social media. We're here with tips on how to throw one without feeling self-conscious.Brittany is joined by two dinner party experts: architecture & design journalist Carly Olson and chef & writer Garrett Schlichte. They discuss the pitfalls and pleasures of modern dinner parties, including how to host one without breaking the bank. Follow Brittany Luse on Instagram: @bmluseFor handpicked podcast recommendations every week, subscribe to NPR's Pod Club newsletter at npr.org/podclub. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

    On the Media
    How Funding Cuts Are Changing Public Radio

    On the Media

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2025 16:17


    This summer, Republicans clawed back over a billion dollars that had been pledged to public media. But it wasn't until this month that the corporation for public broadcasting – longtime distributor of that money – started to wind down operations, and those federal funds finally ran out. Now, many stations are weighing whether to spend their shrinking budgets on national programming from the likes of NPR, or to fund journalism on their local communities. We're affected, too. So begins a new reckoning to save not just individual stations, but the interconnected system that makes public radio so special.LaFontaine E. Oliver is  the president, CEO and executive chair of New York Public Radio. This week -- which is also WNYC pledge week -- he tells Brooke about how federal cuts are changing public media, and how our station is facing this critical moment. On the Media is supported by listeners like you. Support OTM by donating today (https://pledge.wnyc.org/support/otm). Follow our show on Instagram, Twitter and Facebook @onthemedia, and share your thoughts with us by emailing onthemedia@wnyc.org.

    Short Wave
    Migrating Birds Have a Big, Clear Problem

    Short Wave

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2025 15:20


    Around this time of year, every night, a quiet exodus is occurring. Hundreds of millions of birds are migrating thousands of miles south for the winter. One of the biggest dangers for these tiny travelers? Glass. Researchers estimate that every year in the U. S., collisions with glass windows take out at least a billion birds. Even if the birds initially fly away, these collisions can cause concussions, broken bones, and other injuries; most victims don't survive. After much reporting, NPR science correspondent Nell Greenfieldboyce has found … it doesn't have to be this way. Scientists and researchers have studied how to stop collisions from happening, and examples around the country indicate that even little solutions can make a big difference.Interested in more seasonal animal science? Email us your question at shortwave@npr.org.Listen to every episode of Short Wave sponsor-free and support our work at NPR by signing up for Short Wave+ at plus.npr.org/shortwave.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

    Consider This from NPR
    The Trump administration says left-wing terrorism in the US is on the rise. Is it?

    Consider This from NPR

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2025 9:59


    For many years, the far right has been the most lethal and persistent source of domestic terrorism in the U.S. But the assassination of right-wing influencer Charlie Kirk last month and attacks against immigration enforcement efforts have fueled a talking point for Republicans about concerns over left-wing political violence. The political motivations behind these attacks are still unclear, but one study says that violence from the left has been the greater threat so far this year.NPR's domestic extremism correspondent Odette Yousef looks into whether this claim is correct.For sponsor-free episodes of Consider This, sign up for Consider This+ via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org. Email us at considerthis@npr.org.This episode was produced by Jonaki Mehta and Alejandra Marquez Janse, with audio engineering by Damian Herring.It was edited by Andrew Sussman and Sami Yenigun, who is also our executive producer.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

    Apple News Today
    Why Elon Musk just went to war with NASA's chief

    Apple News Today

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2025 15:30


    A power struggle is going on at NASA as it struggles to keep one of its most ambitious projects on schedule. Emily Glazer, enterprise reporter at the Wall Street Journal, discusses the back-and-forth over who should lead the agency — and how Elon Musk is involved. In Israel, Vice President JD Vance this week said he is optimistic about the Gaza ceasefire. NPR reports on how his visit comes as Israel changes rules over aid groups working in the region. Around 200,000 Afghan refugees have come to the U.S. since the war in their country ended. The Washington Post’s John Woodrow Cox tells the story of one man who supported the U.S. during the war but now faces deportation as Trump ends programs created to help Afghans. Plus, a Trump nominee withdraws after incendiary texts were revealed, the trick to reducing the chances of a peanut allergy, and how one of the NBA’s biggest young stars is getting even bigger. Today’s episode was hosted by Shumita Basu.

    The First Ever Podcast
    269: Devin Swank (Sanguisugabogg): An Exposé on Mother Earth

    The First Ever Podcast

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2025 71:03


    This week Jeremy welcomes Devin Swank from the band Sanguisugabogg. On this episode, Jeremy and Devin talk Columbus Ohio, record stores, Skeletonwitch, SCION Festivals, 50 Cent's "Get Rich or Die Tryin'", borrowing band shirts from adults, filtering out band lifers, the evolution of his vocal approach, touring with Nile, being promoted on NPR, their new album "Hideous Aftermath" and so much more!!! SUBSCRIBE TO THE PATREON for a bonus episode where Devin answered questions that were submitted by subscribers! FOLLOW THE SHOW ON INSTAGRAM / X

    NPR's Mountain Stage
    1,064 - Chuck Prophet & His Cumbia Shoes, The SteelDrivers, Basia Bulat, The Wildwoods, and Taylor Rae

    NPR's Mountain Stage

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2025 144:56


    This episode was recorded on September 21st , 2025 at the Canady Creative Arts Center in Morgantown, WV. The lineup includes Chuck Prophet & His Cumbia Shoes, The SteelDrivers, Basia Bulat, The Wildwoods, and Taylor Rae.  https://bit.ly/3Wmpn1E

    NPR's Book of the Day
    A new James Baldwin biography asks how the writer's lovers might've shaped him

    NPR's Book of the Day

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2025 7:46


    The scholar Nicholas Boggs has a new perspective on James Baldwin. The new biography Baldwin: A Love Story considers how the writer and Civil Rights leader's lovers might've shaped him. In today's conversation with NPR's Michel Martin, Boggs argues Baldwin provided a dynamic model for how we relate to other people – both in platonic and romantic relationships.To listen to Book of the Day sponsor-free and support NPR's book coverage, sign up for Book of the Day+ at plus.npr.org/bookofthedayLearn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

    Book Club for Kids
    The Light Jar by Lisa Thompson

    Book Club for Kids

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2025 23:33


    Did you have an imaginary friend when you were little? Nate did. And he's back. Just in time. Students from Garvanza Elementary School in Los Angeles discuss Lisa Thompson's novel "The Light Jar." NPR newscaster Dale Willman is celebrity reader and Kitty Felde is host. FAVORITE BOOKS FROM GARVANZA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL: The Stand - Stephen King A Good Girl's Guide to Murder - Holly Jackson LISA THOMPSON'S FAVORITE BOOK: Charlotte's Web - E.B. White DALE WILLMAN'S FAVORITE BOOKS: Hardy Boys - Franklin W. Dixon Tom Swift - Victor Appleton

    All Of It
    Presenting Local Student Finalists from NPR's 'Student Podcast Challenge'

    All Of It

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 22, 2025 34:22


    Every year, NPR organizes its Student Podcast Challenge, where it invites middle and high school students from around the country to submit a short podcast or reported piece. This year, a few of the finalists happened to be from our listening area. Teachers and students from Edgemont High School in Westchester, William Annin Middle School in Basking Ridge, NJ, and Mount Olive Middle School in Budd Lake, NJ, talk about their pieces and present a sample.

    Short Wave
    We Have the Cure. Why is Tuberculosis Still Around?

    Short Wave

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2025 15:10


    Tuberculosis – the world's deadliest infectious disease – could be dormant in your system for years before you realize you have it. In the U.S., it's relatively rare; provisional data shows that there were just over 10,000 cases in 2024. But in other parts of the world, especially lower-income countries, the disease is spreading much more actively. Worldwide, more than 10 million people are diagnosed with an active tuberculosis infection every year. And even though modern medicine has all the tools to cure it, over a million people around the world still die from the sickness annually.Author John Green thinks that's a problem. In his book Everything is Tuberculosis, he charts the spread of tuberculosis in the past to the lessons it has to teach us in the present.Interested in more science and medical history? Email us your question at shortwave@npr.org.Listen to every episode of Short Wave sponsor-free and support our work at NPR by signing up for Short Wave+ at plus.npr.org/shortwave.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

    The Kitchen Sisters Present
    Bone Music - A Collaboration with 99% Invisible

    The Kitchen Sisters Present

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2025 20:21


    In the 1950s, some ingenious Russians, hungry for jazz, boogie woogie, rock n roll, and other music forbidden in the Soviet Union, devised a way to record banned bootlegged music on exposed X-ray film salvaged from hospital waste bins and archives. The eerie, ghostly looking recordings etched on X-rays of peoples' bones and body parts, were sold illegally on the black market.“Usually it was the Western music they wanted to copy,” says Sergei Khrushchev, son of former Soviet Premier Nikita Khrushchev. “Before the tape recorders they used the X-ray film of bones and recorded music on the bones—Bone Music.”“They would cut the X-ray into a crude circle with manicure scissors and use a cigarette to burn a hole,” says author Anya von Bremzen. “You'd have Elvis on the lungs, Duke Ellington on Aunt Masha's brain scan — forbidden Western music captured on the interiors of Soviet citizens.”And we follow the making of X-ray recordings into the 21st century with Jack White and Third Man Records in Nashville, Tennessee.ProductionProduced by Roman Mars & 99% Invisible and The Kitchen Sisters Nikki Silva & Davia Nelson. With help from Brandi Howell, Andrew Roth and Nathan Dalton. We spoke with Sergei Khrushchev, son of Nikita Khrushchev; Gregory “Grisha” Freidin, Professor Emeritus of Slavic Languages and Literature from Stanford; Alexander Genis, Russian writer and broadcaster; Xenia Vytuleva, visiting professor at Columbia University in the department of History and Theory of Architecture; Anya Von Bremzen, author of a the memoir Mastering the Art of Soviet Cooking. A version of this story originally ran on NPR as part of The Kitchen Sisters' “Hidden Kitchens” series.The Kitchen Sisters Present is part of the Radiotopia podcast network from PRX.

    It's Been a Minute with Sam Sanders
    Why the internet sucks (and keeps getting worse)

    It's Been a Minute with Sam Sanders

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2025 21:11


    Do you ever feel like the internet just doesn't work as well as it used to?  Or maybe you wish you could go back to the old internet?  Where your search queries actually served you what you wanted, and your feeds weren't overrun by ads?  Well, it's not just you - the internet IS getting worse, and platforms are getting harder to leave. But how did we get here? Journalist and tech activist Cory Doctorow joins Brittany to lay out why in his new book, Enshittification: Why Everything Suddenly Got Worse and What to Do About It.Follow Brittany Luse on Instagram: @bmluseFor handpicked podcast recommendations every week, subscribe to NPR's Pod Club newsletter at npr.org/podclub.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

    Short Wave
    Should Scientists Genetically Engineer Wild Species?

    Short Wave

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2025 13:05


    Some scientists looking to preserve vulnerable species have turned to a controversial technique: synthetic biology. This catchall term often means genetic engineering – introducing new genes to an organism. And a recent narrow vote by the International Union for Conservation of Nature on using the technology shows how divided scientists are on the issue of releasing genetically altered species. Science correspondent Nate Rott wades into the debate with us and reveals whether or not the Union voted to place a moratorium on releasing gene-edited species.Read more of Nate's reporting on the topic.  Interested in more science debates? Email us your question at shortwave@npr.org.Listen to every episode of Short Wave sponsor-free and support our work at NPR by signing up for Short Wave+ at plus.npr.org/shortwave.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy