Best Statistically Speaking Podcasts (2025)

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Should 'surveillance pricing' be banned? 8:48

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When you walk into a store, you're probably used to seeing price tags on things, saying what they cost. But when you shop online, there is no price tag. There's just the price you see on screen. What if companies use your online data — like your location and browsing history — to charge you more than somebody else … or maybe less? Today on the show…

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Pres. Trump & FDA link autism rise to acetaminophen use during pregnancy, and that drug Leucovorin is a potential treatment for autism 59:37

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President Donald Trump joins federal health officials to announce that pain reliever acetaminophen, the active ingredient in Tylenol, used by pregnant women, is linked to rising cases of autism, and that the drug Leucovorin is a potential treatment for autism; Disney says late night host Jimmy Kimmel is returning to the air on ABC, less than a week…

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Can LA host a 'car-free' Olympics? 8:52

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Los Angeles is synonymous with car culture. But now that it's hosting the 2028 Olympics, could that be changing? On today's show, LA's public transit building bonanza, and why some worry the new infrastructure will benefit tourists more than locals. Related episodes: Why the Olympics cost so much Why building public transit in the US costs so much …

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Weekend Edition: Americans View of the Economy, Constitution Day, and Trump Administration Approach to Vaccines 27:55

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In this weekend's episode, three segments from this past week's Washington Journal. First, a conversation on how Americans are viewing the economy right now with Heather Long - Washington Post columnist and chief economist for Navy Federal Credit Union. Then, we speak with National Constitution Center President & CEO Jeffrey Rosen about the history…

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Senate fails to pass both Republicans & Democratic proposals to extend federal government funding, increasing chances of a shutdown starting October 1 58:37

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Senate fails to pass two versions of a government funding extension to avoid a shutdown At the end of the month: a Republican one that the House passed today that funds the government for another 7 weeks, and a Democratic one that does that but also extends Obamacare insurance subsidies; House passes a resolution to honor the life and legacy of Cha…

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The Fed cuts rates, America's FICO dips, and forever ends for sweepstakes winners 9:12

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It’s … Indicators of the Week! Our weekly look at some of the most fascinating economic numbers from the news. On today’s show: A rate cut and drama at the Federal Reserve, the average American gets a little less creditworthy, and those giant check sweepstakes winners? Well, they might have to get a job soon. Related episodes: Why an aggressive rat…

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Pres. Trump & British Prime Minister Starmer talk tech investment, Ukraine & Gaza wars, and Kimmel suspension & free speech at joint news conference in England 57:02

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President Donald Trump meets with British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on the final day of his state visit to Great Britain. The two announce what they call a "U.K.-U.S. Tech Prosperity Deal" and answer questions at a news conference about the wars in Ukraine & Gaza. We hear from the leaders and talk about the state visit with C-SPAN's Westminster C…

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Why "free" public education doesn't always include school supplies 8:49

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Back-to-school supplies are getting more expensive … so why are parents and teachers at public schools expected to foot the bill? Today on the show: An economist explains how the cost of school supplies fits into the larger history of public school funding, and what one school district is doing differently. Related episodes: A food fight over free …

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Federal Reserve cuts interest rates quarter point; newest Fed Governor Stephen Miran votes no, calls for half-point cut 55:58

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Federal Reserve announces an interest rate cut of a quarter percentage point, lowering borrowing costs for the first time since December. Newest Fed Governor Stephen Miran, who has taken a leave of absence from his job as chair of the White House Council of Economic Advisers, votes for a bigger cut of 0.5%; U.S. House begins work on the federal gov…

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The crypto market is hot. But is it an illusion? 8:02

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There has been an inordinate amount of trading activity recently in the crypto markets. But what if much of that activity was an illusion? A smokescreen? A fraud? Today on the show, we look at the practice of wash trading, and how it’s evolved in the crypto world. Related episodes: The fake market in crypto For sponsor-free episodes of The Indicato…

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FBI Director Kash Patel testifies on high-level FBI firings, releasing Epstein files, Charlie Kirk shooting investigation 59:54

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FBI Director Kash Patel testifies before the Senate Judiciary Committee about accusations the agency is being politicized, whether all the Epstein files will be released and his handling of the investigation into the shooting death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk; Utah County's Attorney General says the suspect in the Kirk shooting is being c…

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Why an aggressive rate cut could backfire on Trump 9:19

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The Federal Reserve is expected to make a modest cut to interest rates this week of about a quarter or half a percentage point. President Trump, however, believes they should take a far more aggressive approach: a 3-percentage point cut. Today on the show, we examine what a 3-percentage point cut would actually look like, and why that outcome would…

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Pres. Trump deploys the National Guard to Memphis, Tennessee, calling it a ‘replica’ of his anti-crime effort in Washington, DC 38:08

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President Donald Trump announces he’s sending the National Guard into Memphis, Tennessee to combat crime; Vice President JD Vance host the late Charlie Kirk's daily radio show; talks continue in Congress to keep the government open and funded past the end of the month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Why beef prices are so high 9:13

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Beef is getting more expensive, and it doesn’t look as though that’s going to change any time soon. That’s the view of the Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas, which wrote in its Beige Book entry this month that the trend of rising beef prices continues. There’s solid demand for beef, but falling supply, as production decreases. Ranchers are making more…

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Weekend Edition: Charlie Kirk, Remembering 9/11 and Dr. Paul Offit 28:01

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In this weekend's episode, three segments from this past week's Washington Journal. First – we chat with Punchbowl News congressional reporter Max Cohen about the prospects for a potential government shutdown in a few short weeks – and the political and policy obstacles to a potential deal. Then: Vaccine expert Dr. Paul Offit discusses his recent r…

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Gov. Spencer Cox (R-UT) says 'we got him' in announcing the arrest of a 22-year-old suspected of fatally shooting conservative activist Charlie Kirk 53:25

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Gov. Spencer Cox (R-UT) announces the arrest in the shooting death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk of 22-year-old suspect Tyler Robinson of Utah; President Donald Trump says he will send National Guard to Memphis, Tennessee, the next city he is targeting with federal resources to reduce crime; former White House Press Secretary Karine Jean Pi…

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ICE raids, cooling on capitalism, and a Murdoch settlement 9:30

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It’s … Indicators of the Week! Our weekly look at some of the most fascinating economic numbers from the news. On today’s episode: the concept of capitalism is cooling in American minds; the U.S. policies behind the Hyundai ICE raid; and an influential family’s succession saga comes to a thrilling (and expensive!) conclusion. Related episodes: Salv…

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Manhunt continues for Charlie Kirk's killer; 9/11 terror attack anniversary; Senate GOP changes rules to speed up nominee confirmation 55:46

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FBI releases photos of a person of interest in the shooting death of conservative political activist Charlie Kirk and asks the public for help in identifying him. FBI also gives an update on the evidence recovered sofar, including the suspected firearm used; President Donald Trump announces he will award Charlie Kirk a posthumous Presidential Medal…

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We read your mail on AI-proof jobs and how to fix crime labs 8:08

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We’ll never leave your messages unread. On today’s show, we open the inbox to hear from Indicator listeners about why seasoned software developers might have more AI-proof jobs, and an idea for how to improve accreditation for crime labs. Got a question, comment on a recent show or idea for an episode? Send us a message at [email protected]. Relate…

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Conservative activist Charlie Kirk is shot & killed while speaking at university in Utah 53:41

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Conservative activist Charlie Kirk is shot and killed at an event at Utah Valley University; Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-NY) forces a vote in the Senate on an amendment to release all the files related to the case of convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein; NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte says Russia flying drones over Poland "reckless…

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Can shareholders influence Elon Musk's trillion dollar pay package? 8:39

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Tesla’s board of directors recently proposed a pay package for CEO Elon Musk that could pay him about a trillion dollars if he meets certain goals. It’s not a done deal yet—Tesla shareholders will vote on the proposal at the company’s annual meeting in November. But just how much of a say do shareholders actually have in that decision? Or any decis…

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MAHA Commission releases report on reducing chronic disease in children, with emphasize on nutrition & lifestyle changes over more gov't regulation 57:12

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Trump Administration's Make America Health Again (MAHA) Commission releases a report with strategies to fight childhood chronic disease that focuses more on nutrition and lifestyle changes rather than government regulations; White House says President Donald Trump would be willing to bring in a handwriting expert to show that it is not his signatur…

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The cost of saving a species 9:26

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Animals are going extinct at an alarmingly fast rate, largely due to human activity. Same for plants. This is bad for all kinds of reasons, not least of which is that breakthrough drugs often come from nature. But there isn’t consensus on how to save these species. Part of the debate asks the economic question: with limited money going to the work,…

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Supreme Court lifts restrictions on LA immigration stops set after agents swept up US citizens 36:32

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News from the Supreme Court today….In a 6-3 decision, it blocked a federal judge’s ruling that restricted federal officers’ ability to conduct immigration stops in the Los Angeles area…. The Court also received… a formal request from the White House to let it hold back 4 billion dollars of congressionally approved foreign aid. The appeal comes afte…

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Teamwork actually does make the dream work 8:43

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Behavioral scientist Jon Levy’s new book — Team Intelligence: How Brilliant Leaders Unlock Collective Genius — argues that, in the workplace, leadership is overrated and teamwork is underrated. Today on the show: How super chickens and NBA All-Stars demonstrate the perils of individual performance. Related episodes: Why women make great bosses The …

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Weekend Edition: Epstein Files and the 2026 Midterm Elections 19:21

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In this weekend's episode, three segments from this past week's Washington Journal. Congress returned to Washington this week – and immediately was consumed by the Epstein files controversy and the looming government funding deadline at the end of the month. We talk with two lawmakers – on opposites sides of the aisle -- about potential Congression…

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Labor Dept says U.S. added 22K jobs in August, lower than expected; Pres. Trump renames Dept of Defense to Dept of War 49:15

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Labor Department says the U.S. added just 22,000 jobs in August, lower than expectations, and the unemployment rate goes up to 4.3%. President Donald Trump says the real jobs numbers will be next year, after his policies have a chance to take effect; Sen. Elissa Slotkin (D-MI) talks about her vision of keeping the needs of the U.S. middle class fro…

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Why moms are leaving their paid jobs 9:31

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Moms are quitting — or getting pushed out. Workforce participation for mothers in the U.S. has been dropping for most of this year, and the reasons are more complicated than return-to-office mandates. Today on the show, we talk to moms about why they left their jobs and to economist Misty Heggeness, who has studied the phenomenon. Find more of Mist…

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Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. at a Senate hearing defends vaccine policy changes and firing top CDC officials 58:57

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Health & Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. defends his vaccine policy changes and firing of top officials at the Centers for Disease Control & Prevention, before the Senate Finance Committee. Almost all the committee's Democrats are calling on him to resign. Secretary Kennedy is also asked about studies on the causes of autism, and ab…

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How much is AI actually affecting the workforce? 9:20

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There’s been a lot of big talk about how artificial intelligence is going to replace white collar workers. But what data do we actually have around AI’s impact on the workforce? Today on the show, we speak to an expert who has measured one aspect of these changes. She tells us how this moment in AI compares to the Industrial Revolution. Related epi…

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Survivors of sexual abuse by Jeffrey Epstein tell their emotional stories, call for release of more Justice Dept files; Pres. Trump again calls it a 'Democrat hoax' 58:08

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Survivors of sexual abuse by the late Jeffrey Epstein tell their emotional, personal stories in a news conference on Capitol Hill with Members of Congress of both parties who have been calling for the release of all the Justice Department files in the investigation of Epstein; President Donald Trump again calling that effort on the Epstein files a …

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So long, farewell, super cheap tariff-free shopping 9:29

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In late July, President Trump signed an executive order to get rid of de minimis, a kind of a loophole where packages valued less than $800 could come into the US without tariffs. Last week, post offices from India to Austria to France suspended some types of packages to the US. We speak to an Australian jewelry maker, a logistics expert and an eco…

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President Trump says about sending National Guard to Chicago 'we're going in' and 'I didn't say when' 57:32

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President Donald Trump says, "we're going in" and "I didn't say when",when asked if he plans to send the National Guard to Chicago to combat crime. Gov. JB Pritzker (D-IL) responds; a federal judge rules President Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth violated federal law by using the U.S. military to help carry out law enforcement activities in…

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Inside the illegal vape boom 9:29

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A booming underground vape market is thriving. It’s unapproved, unregulated, and risky. Today on the show, we hear from The Atlantic’s Nick Florko to dig into why illegal vapes have flooded the U.S., and what’s at stake. Related episodes: The vapes of wrath How sports gambling blew up For sponsor-free episodes of The Indicator from Planet Money, su…

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Weekend Edition: Intel Corporation, Israel - Hamas Conflict, and the 20th Anniversary of Hurricane Katrina 31:11

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In this weekend's episode, three segments from this past week's Washington Journal. First, a discussion with Competitive Enterprise Institute's Ryan Young, about the Trump Administration's purchase of a 10% stake in the Intel corporation. Then, Nadia Bilbassy-Charters (bill-bey-zee) of Al Arabiya News Channel and Jacob Magid (MAG-id) of the Times o…

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20th Anniversary of Hurricane Katrina hitting Gulf Coast; President Trump cuts $4.9 billion in foreign aid through a 'pocket rescission', bypassing a Congressional vote 54:33

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On the 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina devastating Louisiana,Mississippi and other parts of the Gulf Coast, tributes to those lost, pride in the rebuilding and recovery, and thoughts of preparing for future storms; President Donald Trump says he will cut $4.9 billion for foreign aid through a 'pocket rescission', which will not give Congress …

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AI creeps in, KATSEYE milkshakes, and China says “Zaijian!” to US soybeans 9:29

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It’s … Indicators of the Week! Our weekly look at some of the most fascinating economic numbers from the news. On today’s episode: AI shuts out youth from the grind, China leaves U.S. soybeans behind, Gap has the then-and-now in marketing mind. Related episodes: AI creates, transforms and destroys... jobs What do farmers do in a trade war? For spon…

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Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. defends firing CDC Director Susan Monarez just a few weeks after she is sworn-in 56:51

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Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. says the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention Director Susan Monarez was removed from her position because she did not align with President Donald Trump's “Make America Healthy Again” (MAHA) agenda. She is challenging the dismissal and her lawyers say she chose "protecting the public over serving a poli…

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What olive oil tells us about Trump's tariffs 9:22

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Trump's tariffs are making business harder for international olive oil producers and it turns out those tariffs are even complicating other parts of the Trump administration's agenda, too. Today on the show: Olive oil and the unintended consequences of Trump's tariffs. Related episodes: Three ways companies are getting around tariffs The legal case…

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Gunman shoots through church windows in Minneapolis, killing two children, injuring others, at mass celebrating new year of Catholic school; Gov. Walz says students were met with 'evil and horror and death ... 52:17

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A gunman kills two children and injures 17 other children and adults at a Catholic school in Minneapolis during a mass celebrating the first day of school before killing himself. FBI Director Kash Patel says it is being investigated as an act of domestic terrorism and hate crime against Catholics; Washington, DC Mayor Muriel Bowser says the three w…

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Trump's unprecedented attack on the Fed 9:19

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Last night, President Donald Trump posted a letter firing Federal Reserve Board Governor Lisa Cook. The reason? She was accused of listing two properties as her primary residences, which potentially gave her more favorable lending terms. This marks another escalation in the president’s battle for control of America’s central bank. We’re publishing …

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Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook to sue after President Donald Trump says he is firing her for alleged mortgage fraud 47:58

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Lawyers for Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook say she will sue after President Donald Trump said he is firing her after allegation of mortgage fraud. Cook says the president does not have that power; President Trump says he wants anyone who commits a murder in Washington, DC to be given the death penalty. DC Council repealed the death penalty in 1…

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Three ways companies are getting around tariffs 9:23

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Businesses are scrambling for ways to minimize the impact of the Trump administration’s global tariff policy. Today on the show, we go over some of the tricks and legal loopholes that companies are employing to get around these sudden import taxes. Related episodes: The legal case for — and against — Trump's tariffs The secret tariff-free zone You …

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President Trump welcomes South Korean President and signs Executive Orders; Judge orders ICE to keep Kilmar Abrego Garcia in the US; Democrats start their summer meeting 32:02

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President Donald Trump welcomes the South Korean President and signs executive orders on the National Guard in DC, ending cash bail and prosecuting burning the American flag; judge orders ICE to keep Kilmar Abrego Garcia in the U.S.; Democratic National Committee starts it summer meeting in Minneapolis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megap…

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Can you copyright artwork made using AI? 8:56

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Copyright is the legal system used to reward and protect creations made by humans. But with growing adoption of artificial intelligence, does copyright extend to artwork that’s made using AI? Today on the show, how a test case over a Vincent Van Gogh mashup is testing the boundaries of copyright law. Related episodes: ‘Let’s Get it On’ … in court C…

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Weekend Edition: Russia Ukraine, Trump Admin. Immigration & Deportation Policies, and Mail-In Ballots 28:22

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In this weekend's episode, three segments from this past week's Washington Journal. First, a conversation with Yevheniia Kravchuk -- a Member of Ukraine's Parliament about President Zelensky's White House meeting earlier this week - and a potential peace deal to end the fighting between her country and Russia. Then, Steven Camarota of the Center fo…

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DAY 2 - Ghislaine Maxwell Tapes - July 25th, 2025 1:40:28

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The Justice Department released a transcript and audio recordings of the interview that Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche conducted with Jeffrey Epstein accomplice Ghislaine Maxwell. From July 24th, 2025 here is the complete first day of the testimony. And a warning, there might be language that some find offensive. Learn more about your ad choi…

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DAY 1 - Ghislaine Maxwell Tapes - July 24th, 2025 5:04:27

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The Justice Department released a transcript and audio recordings of the interview that Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche conducted with Jeffrey Epstein accomplice Ghislaine Maxwell. From July 24th, 2025 here is the complete first day of testimony. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Stocks rally after Federal Reserve Chair Powell signals possible interest rate cut; Justice Dept releases audio & transcripts of Ghislaine Maxwell interview 52:52

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Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell signals a possible cut in interest rates in the near future and stocks rally on Wall Street; FBI agents raid former National Security Adviser John Bolton's home in Marylandhome and office in Washington. Sources tell media outlets it is part of anational security investigation involved classified material; Just…

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Job retraining and the brain, DC dining, and Robinhood's sports bet 9:23

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It’s … Indicators of the Week! Our weekly look at some of the most fascinating economic numbers from the news. On today’s episode: Job retraining boosts mental health (with more mixed results for romance); the complex picture behind why dinner reservations are down in DC; and the trading platform Robinhood gets into the sports definitely-not-bettin…