Episodios

  • Scammers Are in Their ‘FraudGPT’ Era
    Jul 13 2025
    A recent diplomatic cable revealed that someone has been using artificial intelligence to impersonate Secretary of State Marco Rubio in a bid to gain access to accounts or information. It comes amid a rise in deepfake scams targeting victims around the world. We look at whether law enforcement is equipped to deal with the problem – and what a different approach might look like. Guest: David Maimon, SentiLink Head of Fraud Insights/Georgia State University Professor of Criminology Have a question about the news? Have a story you think we should cover? Call us at 202-240-2895. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    18 m
  • Should We Rethink Extreme Weather Warnings?
    Jul 9 2025
    In the days since the catastrophic flooding in central Texas, some have been asking: could more have been done to warn residents? We examine what we know about the communication between federal and local officials and look at how a warming world might necessitate a different approach to emergency notifications. Guest: Bernadette Woods Placky, Climate Central Chief Meteorologist Have a question about the news? Have a story you think we should cover? Call us at 202-240-2895. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    22 m
  • Inside a Rush to Relocate from Trump’s America
    Jul 6 2025
    More Americans are starting to follow through with threats to leave the country in President Trump’s second term. We hear about what went into one family’s decision and why some are leaning on dual citizenship as a defacto ‘insurance policy.’ Guest: Anna Cooban, CNN Business and Economics Reporter Have a question about the news? Have a story you think we should cover? Call us at 202-240-2895. Episode photo: Megan Varner/Reuters Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    20 m
  • What Trump's Megabill Could Mean for Your Bills
    Jul 2 2025
    As President Donald Trump’s sweeping tax and spending package nears a final vote in Congress, many Americans just want to know how the bill would impact their lives. We explain how it could increase how much you pay for electricity and transportation – no matter where you live. Guest: Ella Nilsen, CNN Climate Reporter See the projection for your state here. Have a question about the news? Have a story you think we should cover? Call us at 202-240-2895. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    20 m
  • His Case Legalized Gay Marriage. Now He Wants to Make Sure it Sticks.
    Jun 29 2025
    10 years ago, the US Supreme Court decision in Obergefell v. Hodges legalized same-sex marriage nationwide, changing the lives of millions of Americans. We hear from the lead plaintiff about why he thinks the precedent is under threat from right-wing allies of President Donald Trump. Guest: Jim Obergefell Have a question about the news? Have a story you think we should cover? Call us at 202-240-2895. Episode Photo: Francis Chung/POLITICO via AP Images Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    23 m
  • Trump Wants the Israel-Iran Ceasefire to Stick. It May Not Be Up to Him.
    Jun 25 2025
    Note: This episode contains strong language. The Middle East remains on edge after President Donald Trump brokered a fragile ceasefire between Israel and Iran. We break down whether recent military moves will deter Iran from pursuing a nuclear weapon and how Trump’s approach to peace could have repercussions in the future. Guests: Kimberly Dozier, CNN Global Affairs Analyst Have a question about the news? Have a story you think we should cover? Call us at 202-240-2895. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    20 m
  • Cuomo on the Cusp of a Comeback in NYC
    Jun 22 2025
    Former New York Governor Andrew Cuomo was praised by Democrats in the early days of the Covid-19 pandemic for his strong and steady leadership. A little more than a year later, he had resigned in disgrace following multiple sexual harassment allegations (he denied wrongdoing). Now, he is attempting an unlikely political comeback in New York City. We break down the June 24 mayoral primary and how it could impact the city’s standing with the Trump administration. Guests: Gloria Pazmino, CNN Correspondent Have a question about the news? Have a story you think we should cover? Call us at 202-240-2895. Episode Photo: Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    21 m
  • The Civilian Cost of Israel and Iran’s Conflict
    Jun 18 2025
    As Israel and Iran strike each other, civilians are caught in the middle. We hear about how people in both countries are coping and get an explainer on why Iran’s nuclear program is so contentious. Guests: Clarissa Ward, CNN Chief International Correspondent & Nick Paton Walsh, CNN Chief International Security Correspondent Have a question about the news? Have a story you think we should cover? Call us at 202-240-2895. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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    24 m