Best Alex Weiss Podcasts (2025)

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Jimmy Kimmel Is Back—But Disney’s Fight Is Far From Finished 1:00:15

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Jimmy Kimmel’s late-night show returned this week after Disney executives backpedaled on a short-lived suspension that elicited a tidal wave of backlash. But the battle is far from over. Major station groups Nexstar and Sinclair are still refusing to carry the program on their ABC affiliates, effectively blocking it from nearly a quarter of America…

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Inside the Mossad 1:29:07

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If you’re anything like us, you’re a sucker for a good spy show: Homeland, Tehran, Fauda, The Bureau. We’re fascinated by the life of spies—the secret meetings in Beirut cafés, the wigs and false identities, the double and triple lives, always one step away from exposure, risking everything for their country. Most of the time, those TV characters a…

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Inside The Silencing of Jimmy Kimmel: Will His Show Ever Return? 58:19

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Is Jimmy Kimmel done at ABC? That’s the question after the late-night host was suddenly pulled off the air following threats from FCC Chairman Brendan Carr. Jon and Oliver break down the forces behind Kimmel’s silencing and what comes next. Also, aspiring media mogul David Ellison is looking to buy Warner Bros. Discovery, raising tensions inside CN…

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Woody Allen on Life and Death 1:35:30

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You know the name Woody Allen. Everyone does. He’s made some of the most acclaimed films ever made: Annie Hall, Hannah and Her Sisters, Crimes and Misdemeanors—he list goes on and on and on. He’s made an astonishing 50 movies. You see his influence everywhere, from sitcoms to stand-up to just about every rom-com made since Annie Hall premiered in 1…

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How Charlie Kirk’s Murder Is Dividing America 59:59

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Right-wing activist Charlie Kirk’s shocking death this week set off a wave of reactions across the media landscape. Oliver and Jon examine the viral spread of graphic footage on social media, how the left and right are reacting to the tragedy, and what the response could mean for America’s already heightened political tensions. ____________________…

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Charlie Kirk’s Murder and the Rise of Political Violence 1:28:11

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Yesterday, in broad daylight, in front of a crowd of 3,000 people at Utah Valley University, Charlie Kirk was shot dead. Kirk was not just a husband, not just a father, and not just one of the most prominent young conservative voices in the country. He made his name doing something fundamental to the American project: disagreeing out loud. He famou…

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Justice Amy Coney Barrett 1:18:16

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When Amy Coney Barrett was appointed to the Supreme Court, she was in some ways an unlikely choice. She was living in South Bend, Indiana, not New York or D.C. She went to Notre Dame Law School, making her the only justice that didn’t go to Harvard or Yale. She’s the mother of seven kids. And, at the time of her appointment, she’d largely spent her…

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What Bari Weiss and The Free Press Mean for CBS News, and Trump’s Health Cover Up 59:22

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Thanks to our sponsor, beehiiv, who powers the Status newsletter! If you have a newsletter with over 100k subscribers, schedule your free growth consultation today. Or, use code STATUS30 for 30% off: https://www.beehiiv.com/statusOn This week’s edition of Power Lines…Paramount Close to Buying Bari Weiss’ The Free Press: It’s happening! David Elliso…

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Conversations with Coleman: Three Hostages Families Disagree on How to Get Their Loved Ones Home 1:07:32

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Everyone wants the war in Gaza to end. The reason the war is not over is because about 50 people are still being held hostage by Hamas. Twenty of them are alive, but on the brink of death. About 30 of them have already been killed, and their bodies remain in Hamas captivity. There are differing opinions on the best way to bring them home: continue …

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Google's Trump Problem, Absurd Taylor Swift Media Coverage, CNN Raids WSJ 46:03

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Welcome to another edition of Power Lines. Here’s what Oliver and Jon are covering this week:Google Bends the Knee: OAN is back on YouTube TV — a sharp reversal after the platform once deemed the network too unserious to carry. Is Google cozying up to OAN to keep Trump happy as the Fox–YouTube TV standoff drags on?Taylor Swift Got Engaged: You alre…

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Breaking History: The Invention That Changed Everything 31:44

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Ever travel to Europe in the summer and suddenly feel very “ra ra ra” about America? It’s not because of American culture, or food, or architecture. The thing people miss first and foremost is AC. Yes, air-conditioning. It’s an American treasure and of course, fodder for many dad jokes. But beyond the jokes, this invention has been politically and …

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Fox Fumbles, MSNBC Stumbles, and CNN Gambles 54:31

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This week on Power Lines… Fox vs. Satire: Gavin Newsom’s tweets are making waves — and exposing how little Fox gets the joke. Loyalty to the King: New documents from the Smartmatic case reveal infighting at Fox, as hosts scramble to prove their devotion to Trump.MS…Now What? MSNBC’s messy rebrand raises questions — was internal tension the real dri…

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The Radical Right Is Coming for Our Sons 45:30

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You might have heard of the new term: “woke right.” It’s the idea that the illiberalism that has swallowed the progressive left—what we often refer to as “wokeness”—has come for the right. Here’s how we think about the dynamic: Over the past two decades the woke left said: “Everything is taboo”—our Founding Fathers, the idea that men and women are …

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Trump's D.C. Power Grab, Alex Jones' New Nightmare, and Swifties Might Hate Us for This 38:56

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Welcome to another episode of Power Lines. This week, Oliver and Jon dive into: The National Guard in DC – and MAGA media’s reaction. Let’s just say President Trump’s base seems to have moved on from their old “Don’t Tread on Me” mantra. Alex Jones’ Infowars for sale (again) – as Jones is ordered to liquidate his assets to pay the families of Sandy…

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Why Amanda Knox Forgave the Man Who Sent Her to Prison 1:40:08

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On November 1, 2007, a man named Rudy Guede broke into a random home in Perugia, Italy, then raped and killed Meredith Kercher—a 21-year-old exchange student from the University of Leeds. You might not even remember the names Rudy Guede and Meredith Kercher. But one name you will remember is Meredith’s roommate, Amanda Knox, a 20-year-old exchange …

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The NEW Paramount: Will South Park CONTINUE to Roast Trump? Is Jon Stewart Safe? Who Runs CBS News? 52:26

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On Thursday, Oliver had a front-row seat as David Ellison and his team of executives fielded questions during Skydance’s official takeover of Paramount. He takes us inside the room and breaks down the answers to key questions about how South Park will be handled, Jon Stewart’s contract status, the future of 60 Minutes, and who might end up running …

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Why Unions Went for Trump 1:26:02

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The question of who represents the working class is probably the hottest debate in American politics. Is it Republicans? Democrats? Or socialists like Zohran Mamdani? Pundits can debate that question all they want, but the undeniable test is: Who do the unions believe stands for working people? For a century, unions were undeniably Democratic. And …

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Gaza Famine Denial, Sydney Sweeney Drama, & FCC Chair Disbarment? 52:59

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Welcome to another jam-packed episode of Power Lines by Status.This week, Oliver and Jon dig into:Vandalism at the New York Times headquarters—and the growing media clash over the humanitarian crisis in GazaMSNBC’s slow breakaway from the Peacock brand: What does this new era look like, and how can the network stay on track?An ethics complaint agai…

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Jeffrey Epstein and Conspiracy America 1:06:06

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Here’s one fun question to ask at a dinner party: What is your favorite conspiracy theory? There’s the idea that the CIA killed John F. Kennedy. The moon landing was fake, and 9/11 was an inside job. Covid was designed by the Gates Foundation to control the world—and the Covid vaccine had a microchip. There’s the deep state. Chemtrails. QAnon. The …

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Why Did MAGA Media Go Silent on Epstein? Plus, South Park, Colbert & Stewart Take on Paramount 1:08:14

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In this latest episode of Power Lines, we're dissecting the seismic shifts rocking media and politics. First, the Washington Post, which is undergoing a dramatic reshaping under new opinion editor Adam O’Neal. Journalists and editors are being encouraged to take buyouts as Jeff Bezos seemingly shifts the paper's editorial direction. Is Bezos trying…

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Could Rahm Emanuel Be Our Next President? 1:23:05

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Rahm Emanuel is giving every indication that he’s running for president in 2028—including by coming on Honestly yesterday. Emanuel, now 65 years old, has spent decades making a name for himself as one of the Democratic Party’s fiercest and most effective partisans—a true knife fighter, and you’ll see that spiciness in this interview. But can the de…

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Giga-Yachts, Flo Rida, and Bunkers. . . What Could Go Wrong? 1:25:42

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Depending on who you ask, some would call the ultrarich “shameless”; others might say “aspirational.” For example: Mukesh Ambani, the Indian centibillionaire, has a room of snow in the Indian tropics—to say nothing of his skyscraper home, 168-car garage, and 600-person-staff. And celebrations for his kids’ weddings featured Rihanna and Beyoncé. Thi…

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Trump vs. WSJ, Colbert's Forced Exit & The AI News Revolution 1:09:09

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In this week’s loaded episode of "Power Lines," Oliver and Jon cover: A Wall Street Journal Bombshell & Trump's Fury: Status reports that Donald Trump attempted to suppress a Wall Street Journal story about his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, even going so far as to personally call the editor-in-chief. Despite his efforts, the story came out, an…

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Why Young People Love Socialism 54:58

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Just two weeks ago, New Yorkers voted en masse for a self-proclaimed socialist—someone who once called for “seizing the means of production.” This is, of course, Zohran Mamdani, who dominated in the Democratic primary for New York City mayor with a definitive victory over Andrew Cuomo. He has called for rent freezes, free buses, and even government…

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Inside the Elon-Yaccarino Breakdown | Trump's Colbert/Stewart Target | F1 & Superman 50:47

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In the inaugural episode of "Power Lines," Oliver and Jon break down: Elon's X Factor: Get the inside story on the sudden departure of CEO Linda Yaccarino from X. What led to this "blow-up" with Elon Musk, and what are the long-term implications for the social media giant and its advertisers? We analyze the true power dynamics at play. Trump's Late…

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Coming Soon: Power Lines with Oliver Darcy and Jon Passantino 1:29

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Power Lines is the official podcast of Status, where veteran journalists Oliver Darcy and Jon Passantino break down their exclusive reporting and deliver sharp, uncompromising analysis on how information moves and shapes society. From the Fourth Estate to Silicon Valley to Hollywood, they scrutinize the powerful institutions driving narratives, sha…

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Is Anyone a Genius? 1:28:28

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Love him or hate him, many consider Elon Musk to be a modern-day genius. He co-founded PayPal, which transformed how people purchase things. He became the CEO of Tesla, which revolutionized electric vehicles—and made it cool to drive them. He founded SpaceX, accomplishing what only superpower nation-states have previously. And he is working to make…

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The Words That Made America 1:32:38

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America is turning 250. And we’re throwing a yearlong celebration of the greatest country on Earth. The greatest? Yes. The greatest. We realize that’s not a popular thing to say these days. Americans have a way of taking this country for granted: a Gallup poll released earlier this week shows that American pride has reached a new low. And the world…

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Is Iran’s Nuclear Program Damaged or Destroyed? 1:15:27

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When we last recorded Saturday night, the U.S. had just announced its strike on Iran’s nuclear facilities. The U.S. had entered the war. The restrainers had seemingly lost. In the following hours, President Donald Trump said the mission was a “spectacular military success.” And Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said the program “obliterated” Iran’s nu…

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The U.S. Bombs Iran’s Nuclear Program 1:48:09

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On Saturday night at 7:50 pm ET, President Donald Trump announced that the U.S. had entered the war against Iran when he posted: “We have completed our very successful attack on the three Nuclear sites in Iran, including Fordow, Natanz, and Esfahan. All planes are now outside of Iran air space. A full payload of BOMBS was dropped on the primary sit…

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Niall Ferguson and Dexter Filkins: Who Will Win the Israel-Iran War? 1:07:56

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It’s the fourth day in the war between Iran and Israel. Many questions hang in the air. Chief among them: Will Israel be able to fulfill its main goal in the war—to end Iran’s nuclear program? Will it put troops on the ground to do so, specifically to blow up Iran’s most important nuclear site? Or will the U.S. get involved? Will Trump provide the …

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Iran Strikes Israel, Oil Fields Ablaze, and Will the U.S. Enter the War? 1:20:14

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As we taped this episode of Honestly, it was 3 a.m. in Israel. Sirens wailed across the country as Iranian missiles rained down on Israeli towns. At the same time, Israel was striking military and nuclear sites inside Iran, and oil fields were aflame. Meanwhile in Washington, reports were emerging of a heated debate inside the White House over whet…

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Naftali Bennett and Michael Oren: Israel and Iran at War 56:45

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In the early hours of Friday morning, Israel pulled off a historic strike on Iran. As I record these lines, Iran is reporting a “massive explosion” in Isfahan, in a province that is home to several nuclear facilities. In Israel, where Shabbat has begun, the government has ordered all synagogues to shut down—and for citizens to remain close to bomb …

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Amb. Mike Huckabee on Gaza Aid, Iran, and MAGA’s Foreign Policy War 1:24:00

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There are people who have résumés we might call “diverse” or “wide-ranging.” And then there are people like Mike Huckabee who, at age 69, has seemingly crammed several lifetimes’ worth of careers into one. He was a televangelist. He was governor of Arkansas for over a decade. He ran for president and won the Iowa caucuses. He hosted his own show on…

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How Qatar Bought America 1:13:22

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In the past few weeks, Qatar has been all over the news with flashy headlines of a $400 million luxury jet that the country gifted to President Donald Trump. It symbolized their opulence and eagerness to please the U.S. But 40 years ago, Qatar was a country with a gross domestic product (GDP) of a few billion dollars. Since the 19th century, it has…

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A History of the First Jewish Mayor of Indianapolis: Interview with Mayor Stephen Goldsmith 21:35

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In this episode of “In Jewish History,” Michael interviews the first Jewish Mayor of Indianapolis, Stephen Goldsmith.

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The Biden Cover-Up and the Failure of the Press Corps 1:48:38

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In 2023 and 2024, there were many things that were unsayable. Perhaps the most unsayable—at least in legacy media circles—was that the President of the United States was not capable of being president, because he was no longer mentally fit. Those people who did break the taboo—who dared to notice Biden’s countless gaffes, his stiff gait, those who …

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How to Examine Your Marriage and Your Life 1:06:36

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A lot of people fall in love outside of their marriages. Some have affairs. Some leave their wives or husbands. But not a lot of people are Agnes Callard. Agnes did something really unique. She fell in love while she was (seemingly happily) married with two children. She told her husband. They got divorced—sharing a single lawyer—and it took under …

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Welcome to the Global Intifada 14:52

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Yaron Lischinsky, 30, and Sarah Milgrim, 26, were staffers at the Israeli Embassy. They had just planned a trip for Sarah to meet Yaron’s parents. He had recently bought an engagement ring. Then on Wednesday night, they were murdered outside the Capital Jewish Museum in Washington, D.C. The suspect, 31-year-old Elias Rodriguez, told police: “I did …

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Debate: Will the Truth Survive Artificial Intelligence? 1:13:02

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The late biologist E.O. Wilson said that “the real problem of humanity is the following: We have Paleolithic emotions, medieval institutions, and god-like technology. And it is terrifically dangerous.” Wilson said that back in 2011, long before any of us were talking about large language models or GPTs. A little more than a decade later, artificial…

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Hoosier Mensch: Decoding The Sydney Pollack story 36:20

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In this episode of “In Jewish History,” Michael decodes the Sydney Pollack story.

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Andrew Cuomo on His Past and New York’s Future 1:23:36

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When you think about great political comebacks, maybe you think of Donald Trump, or Richard Nixon, or “comeback kid” Bill Clinton. You might soon add Andrew Cuomo to that list. In 2020, Cuomo was at the top of the world. He had been governor of New York for a decade. He had an illustrious career in New York politics—which is sort of the Cuomo famil…

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A History of Jewish Merchants in Downtown Indianapolis 28:22

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In this episode of “In Jewish History,” Kenneth Turchi speaks about his book "Looking Forward, Giving Back: The history of Jewish Merchants in Downtown Indianapolis."

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How China Captured Apple 1:34:20

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The majority of people listening to this episode are hearing it on an iPhone. As most of us can attest, the iPhone is so central to our lives that if we lose it, we feel totally unmoored from our ability to function in the world. It’s hard to explain how ubiquitous the iPhone is—and how much of a behemoth Apple is. Apple sells over 60 million iPhon…

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Meet Casey Means, Trump’s Pick for Surgeon General 1:28:47

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There’s an endearing saying that the U.S. surgeon general’s primary role is to be the nation’s family doctor. They represent America’s medical community, educate the public on current health risks, and wield tremendous influence over medical and scientific information. On Thursday, President Trump nominated Dr. Casey Means to take on this important…

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The Man Who Helped Michael Jordan Win 46:21

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I want to tell you the story of a kid, born in 1937 into segregated Washington, D.C. He’s 9 when his father dies and 13 when his mother has a mental breakdown, disappears, and is institutionalized. He’s effectively orphaned. This is how George Raveling’s story begins. Despite being dealt one of the worst cards imaginable, George, now 87, went on to…

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Dana Perino on Trump’s White House, Fox News, and … Love 1:08:27

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Sometimes we have a guest who needs no introduction. You know Dana Perino. She took on the job of White House press secretary when President George W. Bush was at his most unpopular—back in 2007 and 2008, as the Iraq War dragged on. She did not receive a warm welcome from those covering the White House—outlets like The New Republic called her cluel…

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The History of the Gimbel Buildings and other early Jewish Settlement in Vincennes Indiana 35:17

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In this episode of “In Jewish History,” Vincennes historian Richard Day talks about the history of the Gimbel Buildings and other early Jewish settlements in Vincennes, Indiana.

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Douglas Murray on Joe Rogan, Hamas, and Moral Collapse in the West 1:21:21

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President Donald Trump has been in office for 100 days. Israel has been at war with Hamas in Gaza for 570, and Russia and Ukraine have been at war for over 1,000. Douglas Murray has had a front-row seat to all three of these unfolding stories, bringing us reportage and analysis that have illuminated the most urgent issues of our time. His reporting…

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A Blessing Not A burden with Alex Kor 34:56

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In this episode of “In Jewish History,” Dr. Alex Kor of Candles Holocaust Museum and Education Center in Terre Haute, Indiana, discusses his book “A Blessing, Not A Burden.”