The Legend Of Delta Variant
A more infectious coronavirus variant called the Delta variant is becoming the dominant strain in the UK, accounting for more than 60 percent of new infections there. We discuss what we know and don't...
9 Jun 202115min
The End Of COVID Benefits
Several social programs launched during the pandemic are set to expire soon, including an eviction moratorium and enhanced unemployment benefits. Federal student loan payments will be due again starti...
8 Jun 202114min
The Long Good Bibi
The twelve year tenure of right-wing Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu may come to an end as early as this week if the broad coalition of officials that are set to replace him can hold togethe...
7 Jun 202115min
Stonk If You Love AMC
President Biden had hoped to have 70 percent of adults in the U.S. vaccinated with at least one shot by Independence Day, and we’re close to hitting that goal. Biden also elaborated on his plan to sha...
4 Jun 202114min
The Crisis In Ethiopia With Nima Elbagir
Yesterday, the U.S., Canada, and a number of European countries called for a ceasefire in Ethiopia, where government forces have targeted an ethnic group called Tigrayans with horrific attacks that ha...
3 Jun 202118min
Variants Are All Greek Letters To Me
As most of the U.S. prepares to reopen by the end of this month, a World Health Organization official warned, “It would be a monumental error for any country to think the danger has passed.” Peru rece...
2 Jun 202117min
Revisiting Our Favorite Conversations on Coronavirus
The past year and more were filled with extreme ups and extreme downs, and as we reflect on that time, we’re looking back on some conversations that moved us, informed us, and made us smile.Today’s sh...
1 Jun 202117min
Are You Infrastructure Or Out?
Congressional Republicans have countered President Biden’s nearly $2 trillion infrastructure proposal with their own plan and a lower price tag: $928 billion. It came as Biden is expected to unveil a ...
28 Mai 202118min
