A surrender hotline for Russian soldiers
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine continues, Ukrainian military officials have set up a hotline for Russian soldiers to call in and surrender. Is it working to end the war?.Today, we talk to the people beh...
24 Mar 202322min
The flooding in Pajaro, Calif. — and how it all could have been avoided
This year’s historic storms have hit communities of color like Pajaro, Calif., especially hard. It’s a recurring problem that could’ve been avoided entirely.Read the full transcript here.Host: Gustavo...
22 Mar 202318min
A murder mystery, a cover up, and femicide in Mexico
Ariadna López was found murdered on the side of a road in Mexico, one of thousands of women murdered every year in the country. But her death outraged the country like never before.Today, the problem ...
20 Mar 202320min
Silicon Valley Bank's collapse may affect your interest rate
When inflation is high, the Federal Reserve has historically raised interest rates. But the recent failures of banks like Silicon Valley Bank have sparked worries about the stability of our banking sy...
17 Mar 202326min
The judge who likes to overturn gun laws
U.S. District Judge Roger Benitez is known for overturning gun bans. Derided and hailed in equal measures, he’s now presiding over a case with far-reaching consequences.Today, we talk about his histor...
15 Mar 202320min
Michelle Yeoh can finally be herself: ‘Thank you for seeing me’
Academy Award winner Michelle Yeoh has been a worldwide movie star for decades, known for action-packed roles in films such as “Supercop” and “Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon” and as a Bond girl in “To...
13 Mar 202333min
Our Masters of Disasters take on toxic spills
The recent release of toxic chemicals in East Palestine, Ohio, after a train derailment was a reminder of how devastating such environmental events are for poor communities. Can we prevent the next on...
10 Mar 202326min
California's ballot-box fast-food fight
Last year, the California State Legislature approved a bill that aimed to improve wages and conditions for fast-food workers, but the fast-food industry raised millions to oppose it. As petitioners co...
8 Mar 202318min
