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Amanda Holmes reads William Carlos Williams’s poem, “To a Poor Old Woman.” Have a suggestion for a poem? Email us: podcast@theamericanscholar.org. If we select your entry, you’ll win a copy of a poetry collection edited by David Lehman.
This episode was produced by Stephanie Bastek and features the song “Canvasback” by Chad Crouch.
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On The Gist, what correlates with anti-abortion views (and votes) more than being a man? Being a Republican.
In the interview, Jared Diamond brings new meaning to the old slogan that the personal is political. The author of Guns, Germs, and Steel argues that just as individuals go through crises to which they may either adapt or flounder, nation states face moments that define their strength domestically and on the world stage. Diamond’s latest book—Upheaval—takes Finland, Australia, and Chile (among other countries) as his case studies.
In the Spiel, whatever you think of Joe Biden, don’t let the dream of bipartisanship die just yet.
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As San Francisco's population exploded in the 1850s, speculators looked to cash in by delivering fresh drinking water to the new boomtown.
About 145 people moved to Austin each day last year. Where did they move from?
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When a hungry young DEA agent arrives in Detroit, he picks the perfect case to make his bones: taking down Eddie Jackson and Courtney Brown’s sprawling heroin organization. But if the drug kingpins fall, what will happen to their kids? As the feds close in, Eddie Jr. and Courtney Jr. must face the possibility of growing up without their fathers.
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Young people are having less sex, and access to digital pornography has never been greater. Coincidence? In this episode, we wade into the debate over pornography and determine what, if anything, can be said about its effect on our relationships.
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The news to know for Thursday, May 16th, 2019!
Today, we're talking about President Trump's newest plan for an immigration overhaul, and why the U.S. says it will not join the global fight against online hate.
Plus: a new plan to fight robocalls, a new Uber feature to avoid chatting with your driver, and a record-breaking TV show comes to an end.
Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes!
Then, hang out after the news for Thing to Know Thursday's bonus interview with Four Seasons Vegan Chef Leslie Durso about why The Economist called 2019 "The Year of the Vegan."
Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy helps break it all down for you.
Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below...
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Sources:
New Immigration Plan: AP, The Hill, The Washington Post
Iran Conflict: AP, NYT, NBC News
Online Extremism Pledge: Vox, NBC News, The Hill, NYT, The Verge
FCC vs. Robocalls: Engadget, Gizmodo, WSJ
Low Birth Rate: NPR, WSJ, NBC News
3D Printed Community: De Zeen, NYT
DIY Diagnosis: NPR, Science Magazine, Gizmodo
Uber Quiet Mode: TechCrunch, Vox, CNET
On The Gist, anti-abortion state legislatures know full well that the Supreme Court could one day turn on Roe v. Wade.
In the interview, Chuck Rosenberg is a former U.S. attorney who also once worked for Robert Mueller. He’s here to talk about his new podcast The Oath, where he sits down with other former government officials like Preet Bharara and James Comey and discusses the ins and outs of public service. Mike gets Chuck to dive into the Mueller report with him.
In the Spiel, is low unemployment a sign of good federal governance? No. Just look at the U.K.
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The news to know for Wednesday, May 15th, 2019!
Today, why President Trump's lawyers are now the ones under investigation, and what to know about Alabama's abortion ban vote.
Plus: NASA's newest pitch for space, how Google wants to get you shopping, and which U.S. state was just named the best in the country.
Those stories and many more in less than 10 minutes!
Award-winning broadcast journalist and former TV news reporter Erica Mandy breaks it all down for you.
Head to www.theNewsWorthy.com to read more about any of the stories mentioned under the section titled 'Episodes' or see sources below...
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Sources:
Trump Lawyers Investigated: CNN, Washington Post,
Trump Jr. Testimony: NPR, The Hill
Putin & Pompeo: The Guardian, AP, Reuters, The Hill
AL Abortion Vote: CBS News, Washington Post
Facebook Restricts Livestream: NBC News, CNN
NASA Moon Mission: CNET, The Verge, AP
NBA Draft Lottery: CBS Sports, NBA
Google Shopping, Ads: Forbes, NYT, Reuters, The Verge
AskMatch: Engadget
Best State in The Country: USA Today, US News
In the 1970s, the Oakland A’s were the most bonkers team in baseball. They had bright yellow and green uniforms, iconic handlebar mustaches, and a live donkey for a mascot. It was an eccentric owner's way of getting attention. But those gimmicks didn't win fans in Oakland. Instead, they started a generation of fights between fans and owners, until both sides learned that success in Oakland means embracing Oakland.
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