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Never in American history has it been so easy to gamble, legally at least. We’ve got casinos, sports betting, online poker, keno — but it was all made possible by state lotteries, which brought gambling out of the shadows and into the public square — into the government itself. “Scratch & Win” follows the unlikely rise of America’s most successful lottery. We begin in 1970s Boston, with state bureaucrats going toe to toe with mafia bookmakers, and each other, as they struggle to launch the s ...
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Wow If True

Multitude

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​​Wow If True is your one-stop internet culture shop, explaining how what’s happening online shapes the real world. And we’re the internet experts and real-life besties to unravel it: tech culture journalist Amanda Silberling and science fiction author slash attorney Isabel J. Kim, Esq. More importantly, we’re the only podcast that will mention Neopets and horizontal mergers in the same episode. New episode every other Wednesday.
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Queens of NC-17

Ande Strega & Eanna Isabel

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Welcome to the sleepover with those girls your parents warned you about. Crude, lewd, with major attitude, Ande and Eanna are here to talk the best and rarest of NC-17 and every gem in-between. Stay tuned. STAY NASTY. (WARNING: FOR MATURE AUDIENCES ONLY. UNDER 17 REQUIRES ADULT SUPERVISION.)
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Potter Chat Podcast

Arius Jacks, Isabelle Jacks

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A chapter by chapter dive into the Harry Potter series. Join this Father-Daughter team as they discuss everything Harry Potter related.We are going through the entire series with no spoilers. So read along with us!
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Young Boss with Isabelle Guarino

The Young Boss Podcast

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YOUNG BOSS is a place for young bosses and entrepreneurs of all industries to collaborate and chat about the expected (and unexpected) challenges of being a successful, young professional in today's business environment. Tune in weekly for discussions about leadership, personal growth, networking & building relationships, raising capital, business strategy and SO much more.
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Queens of Reality TV

Ande Strega & Eanna Isabel

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Crude, lewd, and with even more attitude, the Queens of NC-17 are now also your Queens of Reality TV! Join us as we walk you through the most hilarious and unforgettable moments of the trashiest 2000’s reality TV shows! Flavor of Love, Rock of Love, Daisy of Love, and all the others you’ve tried so desperately to forget. We’ll be with you for all of the spit, accidental poops, drunk make-out sessions, and heart breaking eliminations. So stay tuned and stay nasty!
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No Question About That is the original independent fan-published podcast covering Manchester United. Hosted by Ed, with contributions from Dan, Tom, Wayne, Dharnish, Adam, Dominic and Isabel. NQAT covers the latest games, news, business, politics and fan culture at the world’s best supported club. There are two main shows each week, with shorter content throughout the week, including the The Tactics Show. For backers on Patreon and Apple Podcasts we produce NQAT Extra weekly.
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The Startup Women Podcast is all about supporting YOU to start and build a thriving business. On the podcast, we connect you with leading women experts, entrepreneurs, and organizations that provide capital, mentorship, training, tools and other support to help you to make your vision reality, faster.
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The Interview

The New York Times

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Conversations with the world’s most fascinating people. Each week, hosts David Marchese and Lulu Garcia-Navarro talk to compelling, influential figures in culture, politics, business, sports and beyond — illuminating who they are, why they do what they do and how they impact the rest of us. New episodes every Saturday.
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Beautiful Mess

Isabel Pollen

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Welcome to ”Beautiful Mess,” a unique podcast that serves as a junction where entrepreneurship, personal development, and mental health and well-being conversations converge. This show is a celebration of the transformative power of life’s beautiful chaos, hosted by the astute Isabel Pollen. With a rich background in Theatre/Film and as a seasoned coach, Isabel brings a wealth of insights to the table. ”Beautiful Mess” is more than just a podcast; it’s a journey through the complex tapestry ...
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Sustainable Lighting Design

Isabel Villar and Maha Shalaby

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This podcast is part of a research-in-practice project on sustainability in the lighting design field. We believe that sharing information harnesses the power of the collective genius, leading to innovation. And that together, we can push our profession towards a more sustainable development at a faster rate. This project is carried out by lighting designer Isabel Villar & sustainability specialist Maha Shalaby.
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From 1 chair to 26 stylists, Tori Elise’s success story is nothing short of inspiring! In this episode of the Young Boss Podcast, we sit down with the dynamic Tori Elise—a celebrity hairstylist, model, and founder of Scottsdale’s renowned Fancy Salon. Tori shares her incredible journey, starting at just 18 years old, where her passion for beauty an…
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At least 10 percent of parents in the U.S. are disabled, but Andrea can’t seem to find parenting advice on disability and accessibility. On this episode of How To!, Carvell Wallace brings on Jessica Slice, author of the new book Unfit Parent: A Disabled Mother Challenges an Inaccessible World, to help Andrea reimagine parenthood. If you liked this …
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Isabel Allende didn’t publish her first book until she was 39, after losing nearly everything in the wake of the Chilean military coup. More than four decades later, she’s become one of the most beloved Spanish-language authors, with over 80 million copies of her books sold worldwide. After political exile, writing books became Allende’s way of mak…
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Isabel Allende didn’t publish her first book until she was 39, after losing nearly everything in the wake of the Chilean military coup. More than four decades later, she’s become one of the most beloved Spanish-language authors, with over 80 million copies of her books sold worldwide. After political exile, writing books became Allende’s way of mak…
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Hosts Alex Kirshner, Lindsay Gibbs, and Ben Lindbergh talk about the NBA playoffs, where the Minnesota Timberwolves did a number on the Lakers. They explain why Bill Belichick and his girlfriend have become such a problem for the University of North Carolina. Finally, the Kentucky Derby and the return of the controversial trainer Bob Baffert. On th…
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In this special edition of Coffee House Shots, Lucy Dunn speaks to the Holyrood leader of the pro-independence Alba party, Ash Regan. Regan was formerly a member of the SNP and even ran to be the party’s leader after Nicola Sturgeon resigned in 2023. She defected to the late Alex Salmond’s Alba party 18 months ago and ran for party leader after his…
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On this episode: Zak, Jamilah and producer Maura talk about how to navigate friendships with people who have more, or fewer, kids than you do. A member of the Slate Parenting Facebook group is wondering how it’s on her and her husband to plan everything… even though they have three kids, and a lot of their friends don’t have any. And then, we’ll ci…
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#813 | Defeat to Brentford. United's focus may be on progress in the Europa League but this was a reminder of the team's lack of physicality. Despite scoring first through Mason Mount, United went on to concede some basic goals as Brentford bullied Ruben Amorim at set pieces and from wide areas all afternoon. United were much-changed but some very …
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The two main parties are reeling after local elections in which Reform surged to huge wins. Wes Streeting has admitted that Reform could be Labour’s main opposition by the next election. Tory MP Nigel Huddleston says Kemi Badenoch will remain as Tory leader, Reform chairman Zia Yusuf hints they may use legal action to prevent migrants being housed …
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Send us a text WARNING: FOR MATURE AUDIENCES ONLY. UNDER 17 REQUIRES ADULT SUPERVISION. This week we're talking about perhaps one of the cutest horror movies of all time... Watchers II. And that's correct, we've never seen or discussed the first of the Watchers films but it's fine! Let's go on this cute little journey together, shall we? Stay tuned…
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While J.K. Rowling celebrates a new UK ruling that classifies “women” as biologically female, casting for the upcoming HBO Max adaptation is underway. Which fans have stuck by the series despite the author’s views, and will others be able to resist the siren call of a brand new TV series? Candice Lim and Kate Lindsay welcome ICYMI’s new producer Vi…
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Tactics Show #30 | Ed and Dharnish conduct a tactical debrief of United's victory over Athletic Club. They discuss the significant victory and dissect the tactical nuances that led to United's success. The conversation explores the team's pressing issues, the first 30 minutes of the game, and key performances from players like Casimiro, Fernandes, …
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The word ‘unprecedented’ is often overused in politics, but these local elections have proved to be just that. The headline is: sweeping success for Reform. Nigel Farage's 'teal tsunami' comes at the expense of the main parties – turning the two-party consensus on its head. The recriminations for Labour and the Tories have already begun. On the lef…
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Votes are being counted across England, but there is a clear early winner from these local elections: Nigel Farage. His party triumphed in the Runcorn and Helsby by-election this morning, overturning a 14,000-odd majority and winning by just six votes! Elsewhere, Andrea Jenkyns triumphed in Lincolnshire; Reform came second in a number of mayoral ra…
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In this episode, Jenée is joined by Daria Burke – an award winning business leader, board director, and author. Together, they answer questions from a listener unsure whether to invite their feuding friends to a party next month, a CPA figuring out how to climb the corporate ladder without a defined job title, a daughter contemplating hosting a sob…
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#812 | Ed and Wayne celebrate Manchester United's 3-0 victory over Athletic Bilbao in the Europa League. We expected a tough night but instead, led by the irrepressible Bruno Fernandes, Harry Maguire's sublime dribbling skills and Casimiro's renaissance, United secured a memorable victory. What a night! The hosts also talk about the implications of…
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On this episode: Zak, Elizabeth and Jamilah answer a question about how to throw a birthday party for older kids. This member of the Slate Parenting Facebook community knows how to throw a good party for little kids… but teens are a whole different thing. So, we’ll offer up some suggestions for how to celebrate a quiet, nerdy 15-year-old. And after…
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Voters have gone to the polls today for a historic set of local elections. The polling indicates a rough night for the two main parties and a good showing for Reform, the Lib Dems and the Greens. So be prepared for a lot of election-night spin from both Labour and the Tories. To talk through the various ways in which politicians can claim victory i…
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In this episode, we explore the crucial difference between being the hero versus the guide in our children's lives. Through Donald Miller's StoryBrand framework and our BRIDGE pillars, we discover how stepping back from the hero role actually empowers our children to develop their own strength and resilience. Key Points: Understanding the hero's jo…
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Tony Blair is making waves in Westminster today after his institute published a report on net zero that appears to undermine Ed Miliband and Labour’s green agenda. In his foreword – while not directly critical of the UK government – he encouraged governments around the world to reconsider the cost of net zero. Many have compared Blair’s comments to…
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We chat with Dr. Claire Aubin, academic, American Nazi expert, and host of "This Guy Sucked," and mostly we just talk about the experience of being on social media as a public intellectual, and also, that one time Amanda worked for a fake professor. If you've ever wondered about academia beef, or how a person could work for a fake professor, this i…
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Candice Lim and Kate Lindsay break down the drama surrounding an influencer’s new book that has kicked off a whole controversy before it’s even been released. Christina Najjar, better known as Tinx, has made a successful career as a TikTok influencer who doles out dating advice to her more than 1.5 million followers. Her new book is a summer beach …
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On this week’s show, Julia Turner is joined by Slate’s own Dan Kois and Sam Adams. They start by talking about the second season of Andor, the Star Wars series that might have more in common with The Wire than The Mandalorian. Then, they talk about The Wedding Banquet, a remake of the Ang Lee classic. Finally, they get into the story of the discove…
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Tactics Show #29 | Ed, Daniel and Dharnish, preview the upcoming match between Athletic Bilbao and Manchester United. The discussion opens with concerns about Bilbao's tactical prowess under coach Ernesto Valverde and their formidable home record. The team breaks down Athletic Bilbao's flexible 4-2-3-1 system, highlighting their compact defense and…
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Mark Carney has won the Canadian election, leading the Liberal Party to a fourth term. Having only been Prime Minister for 6 weeks, succeeding Justin Trudeau, this is an impressive achievement when you consider that Pierre Poilievre’s Conservatives were over 20 percentage points ahead in the polls earlier this year. Trump’s rhetoric against Canada …
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Our series Living at Odds concludes with a special episode of Slate’s Death, Sex & Money. Host Anna Sale returns to her native West Virginia to talk with the state’s only full-time lobbyist for LGBTQ rights. Andrew Schneider of Fairness West Virginia has spent years cultivating working relationships with conservative allies in state and local gover…
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In West Virginia, Republicans hold one of the largest supermajorities in the country, and it’s growing. Just 11 Democrats — down from 14 last year — are in the 134-member Legislature. It's a political reality that isn't necessarily conducive to advancing LGBTQ rights. But that's Andrew Schneider's job. As head of Fairness West Virginia, Andrew has …
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In West Virginia, Republicans hold one of the largest supermajorities in the country, and it’s growing. Just 11 Democrats — down from 14 last year — are in the 134-member Legislature. It's a political reality that isn't necessarily conducive to advancing LGBTQ rights. But that's Andrew Schneider's job. As head of Fairness West Virginia, Andrew has …
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Hosts Alex Kirshner, Lindsay Gibbs, and Ben Lindbergh talk about the NFL Draft and the media’s response leading up to its most shocking picks. Ben provides his April baseball rundown, and later, the panel is joined by The Entertainment Strategy Guy for an interview about major media buyers’ feelings about F1. On the bonus episode available exclusiv…
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Are we looking at a spring of discontent? It’s the final push ahead of this week’s local elections, and what Keir Starmer wants to talk about is expanding the NHS app – which he says will cut waiting lists and end the days of the health service living in the ‘dark ages’. However, what people are actually talking about is public sector pay. The inde…
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On this episode: Zak, Elizabeth and Lucy take a question about how to handle birthday money. This parent’s son wants to buy some stuff in a video game, and while it feels like a waste… it IS also his money. So we’ll talk about whether this parent really needs to intervene. And then, we’ll circle up for a round of checkins… and on Slate Plus, we’ll …
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#811 | Ed and Dan dive into United's recent match against Bournemouth, where Rasmus Højlund scored a late goal to avoid yet another defeat. There's analysis of the latest transfer moves with a deal for Matteus Cunha seemingly sealed by the club. What does it mean for Højlund, Alejandro Garnacho and Robbie Mainoo? There's some chat about another cla…
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J.D. Vance killed the Pope. Demi Lovato keeps their twin Poot locked in the basement. Lea Michele still can’t read. These things, unfortunately, aren’t true, and are instead just some of the inside jokes the internet has decided to collectively agree on over the years. In this episode, Candice Lim and Kate Lindsay break these internet lies down, an…
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Legendary pollster Prof Sir John Curtice joins the Spectator’s deputy political editor James Heale to look ahead to next week’s local elections. The actual number of seats may be small, as John points out, but the political significance could be much greater. If polling is correct, Reform could win a ‘fresh’ by-election for the first time, the mayo…
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Despite this being the week that Kemi Badenoch finally showed some steel in PMQs, it’s Robert Jenrick who has been stealing the headlines. That’s for lots of reasons – mainly his comments about a potential Tory Reform pact, which he clarified on Good Morning Britain this morning, saying: ‘Kemi Badenoch and I are on exactly the same page. Kemi has b…
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In this episode, Jenée is joined by Willa Paskin, the host of Slate’s podcast Decoder Ring. Together, they answer questions from a listener hoping their sister will “gain sanity” to leave her husband soon, another from a self proclaimed girls’ girl who can’t stop getting into disagreements with other women at work, a step-mother wondering if it’s t…
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It’s been nearly a decade since Rihanna released a studio album—and fans and critics alike have wondered when, if ever, a follow-up to 2016’s Anti might arrive. Which is ironic, because in her heyday, Rihanna was the most productive hitmaker on the charts. Churning out at least one album a year in the late aughts and early ‘10s, Rihanna’s approach …
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#810 | Ed and Dominic dive into United's future, answering questions from listeners. They discuss transfer priorities, highlighting the need for a new striker, a number 10, and midfield reinforcements. The conversation navigates through potential signings, positional needs, and the complexities surrounding squad building. The hosts also consider ma…
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