Previews + Extras
Why Universal Music Group is pulling songs from TikTok
S2024 E33 - 8m 20s
More than a billion users around the world may find that TikTok is a bit less fun than it was just a day ago. It’s tied to a major showdown between the social media app and the world’s biggest record label, Universal Music Group, which has removed its music from TikTok. John Yang discussed the dispute with Ben Sisario of The New York Times.
What is Christian nationalism and why it raises concerns
S2024 E33 - 7m 17s
White Christian nationalism has been in the headlines quite a lot as of late. Brad Onishi is a former evangelical minister who once identified as a Christian nationalist himself. He left the church in 2005 and began studying religion and extremism. Laura Barrón-López spoke with Onishi to better understand the concept and its reach in American society and politics.
Affordable Care Act battle threatens coverage for millions
S2024 E33 - 8m 18s
The number of Americans getting health insurance through the Affordable Care Act has hit a record high with more than 21 million people signed up through the marketplaces. As it has in the past, the law known as Obamacare is becoming an election issue. We hear from people who currently get insurance through ACA and William Brangham discusses what’s at stake with Sabrina Corlette.
Russian politician discusses publicly denouncing Ukraine war
S2024 E33 - 5m 46s
In Russia today, it is extremely rare to find someone willing to publicly criticize Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine which is now nearing its third year. But it's even rarer for that criticism to come from an elected official. Nick Schifrin spoke with a local parliamentarian who decided to take a stand.
Dozens of swatting calls target members of Congress
S2024 E33 - 6m 21s
Swatting has been on the rise with targets in Congress and on the campaign trail. High-profile targets of hoax 911 calls include Nikki Haley, special counsel Jack Smith and nearly three dozen members of Congress. Lisa Desjardins discussed the growing problem with Lauren Shapiro, author of "Cyberpredators and Their Prey."
News Wrap: U.S. sanctions Israelis accused in attacks
S2024 E33 - 4m 4s
In our news wrap Thursday, President Biden issued an executive order sanctioning Israeli settlers in the West Bank who have been accused of attacking Palestinians, Gaza's health ministry says the death toll across that region has now surpassed 27,000 people and the European Union voted unanimously to provide Ukraine with $54 billion in aid.
Austin apologizes for failing to disclose cancer battle
S2024 E33 - 4m 15s
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin offered a full apology for failing to disclose his battle with prostate cancer. The military's second-in-command kept President Biden in the dark when he was initially diagnosed in December and during subsequent hospitalizations. That prompted new federal guidelines and triggered a political firestorm. Nick Schifrin reports.
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