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Today, Explained is Vox's daily news explainer podcast. Hosts Sean Rameswaram and Noel King will guide you through the most important stories of the day.
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The US military is using AI to wage war while AI companies are fighting about how their tech is used.
This episode was produced by Hady Mawajdeh and Peter Balonon-Rosen, edited by Jolie Myers, fact checked by Andrea López-Cruzado, engineered by David Tatasciore, and hosted by Sean Rameswaram.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth. Photo by Brendan SMIALOWSKI / AFP via Getty Images.
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An executive order regarding pesticides has infuriated some of the most powerful people in the MAHA movement.
This episode was produced by Danielle Hewitt and Dustin DeSoto, edited by Jolie Myers, fact-checked by Andrea López-Cruzado, engineered by Patrick Boyd and David Tatasciore, and hosted by Noel King.
A woman holds a sign reading "MAHA Moms" at a press conference with Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy Jr. Photo by OLIVER CONTRERAS/AFP via Getty Images.
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President Trump got what he wanted in Iran: a change in leadership. But what he wants next isn't clear... and seems to change by the minute.
This episode was produced by Ariana Aspuru and Avishay Artsy, edited by Jolie Myers and Miranda Kennedy, fact-checked by Andrea López-Cruzado, engineered by Patrick Boyd and David Tatasciore, and hosted by Noel King.
Iranians protesting against attacks on Iran by Israel and the United States. Photo by Majid Saeedi/Getty Images.
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7It’s not just for school kids anymore. Why more adults are getting diagnosed with the disorder.
This episode was produced by Avishay Artsy, edited by Jenny Lawton, fact-checked by Melissa Hirsch, engineered by Patrick Boyd, and hosted by Jonquilyn Hill. Photo by Sven Hoppe/picture alliance via Getty Images.
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No one did enough to stop Jeffrey Epstein, including elected Democrats. Rep. Ro Khanna says they should be held accountable.
The episode was produced by Jesse Ash, edited by Miranda Kennedy, fact-checked by Andrea Lopez-Cruzado, engineered by Shannon Mahoney, and hosted by Astead Herndon.
Rep. Ro Khanna (D-CA) during a news conference on the Epstein Files Transparency Act outside the U.S. Capitol. Photo by Heather Diehl/Getty Images.
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A new documentary about America's Next Top Model has people reckoning with its legacy and the industry that birthed it.
This episode was produced by Danielle Hewitt, edited by Amina Al-Sadi, fact-checked by Andrea Lopez-Cruzado, engineered by David Tatasciore and Patrick Boyd, and hosted by Noel King.
Supermodel Tyra Banks served as Executive Producer and host of America's Next Top Model. Photo by Hyungwon Ryoo/CBS Photo Archive via Getty Images.
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The Epstein files are giving new life to the Pizzagate conspiracy theory. American political culture has long been built on conspiracy theorizing.
This episode was produced by Dustin DeSoto and Peter Balonon-Rosen, edited by Miranda Kennedy, fact checked by Andrea Lopez-Cruzado, engineered by David Tatasciore, and hosted by Astead Herndon.
Jeffrey Epstein in 2004. Photo by Rick Friedman/Rick Friedman Photography/Corbis via Getty Images.
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And then sued the president, and won.
This episode was produced by Kelli Wessinger and Ariana Aspuru, edited by Amina Al-Sadi, fact-checked by Andrea Lopez-Cruzado, engineered by David Tatasciore and Patrick Boyd, and hosted by Noel King.
A worker producing toys for export at a workshop of a toy company in Shandong Province, China. Photo by Costfoto/NurPhoto via Getty Images.
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Beating an authoritarian regime at the ballot box is hard, but rolling back its changes is harder. Just look at Poland.
This episode was produced by Miles Bryan, edited by Jolie Myers, fact checked by Andrea López-Cruzado, engineered by Patrick Boyd and David Tatasciore, and hosted by Noel King and Miles Bryan with special thanks to Grzegorz Sokol. It was supported by a grant from Protect Democracy. Vox had full discretion over the content of this reporting.
Rafal Trzaskowski, the mayor of Warsaw, at a campaign rally in Krakow. Photo by Beata Zawrzel/NurPhoto via Getty Images.
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For nearly 10 years, Poland's authoritarian government chipped away at the country's freedoms. Here's how Poles mobilized to get their democracy back before it was too late.
This episode was produced by Miles Bryan, edited by Jolie Myers, fact checked by Andrea López-Cruzado, engineered by Patrick Boyd and David Tatasciore, and hosted by Noel King and Miles Bryan. It was supported by a grant from Protect Democracy. Vox had full discretion over the content of this reporting.
A march in Krakow, Poland to commemorate the 81st anniversary of the outbreak of the Warsaw Uprising. Photo by Klaudia Radecka/NurPhoto via Getty Images.
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America runs on credit. Those plastic cards we carry around can get us into big trouble — or score us free vacations.
This episode was produced by Peter Balonon-Rosen, edited by Avishay Artsy and Jenny Lawton, fact-checked by Melissa Hirsch, engineered by Patrick Boyd, and hosted by Jonquilyn Hill.
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Jeffrey Epstein remained a thriving member of the elite for decades, even when everyone seemed to know what he was doing.
This episode was produced by Jesse Ash, edited by Miranda Kennedy, fact-checked by Andrea Lopez-Cruzado, mixed by Shannon Mahoney, and hosted by Astead Herndon.
Pictures provided by the Department of Justice as part of the Jeffrey Epstein files. Photo by Martin BUREAU / AFP via Getty Images.
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A thousand bucks to see Harry Styles. Who’s to blame for high concert ticket prices, and why some artists are ditching the tour bus altogether.
This episode was produced by Ariana Aspuru, edited by Jenny Lawton, fact-checked by Andrea Lopez-Cruzado, engineered by Patrick Boyd and David Tatasciore, and hosted by Astead Herndon.
Harry Styles performing at The O2 Arena in London. Photo by Dave J Hogan/Getty Images.
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The DHS secretary and her work husband who have been tormenting America.
This episode was produced by Hady Mawajdeh and Danielle Hewitt, edited by Amina Al-Sadi, fact-checked by Andrea Lopez-Cruzado, engineered by David Tatasciore and Patrick Boyd, and hosted by Noel King.
Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem with Corey Lewandowski behind her. Photo by ANDREW CABALLERO-REYNOLDS/AFP via Getty Images.
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When streamer Clavicular bashes his face with a hammer or does meth to stay skinny, it's not just himself he's hurting.
This episode was produced by Dustin DeSoto, edited by Amina Al-Sadi, fact-checked by Andrea Lopez-Cruzado, engineered by David Tatasciore and Patrick Boyd, and hosted by Noel King.
Illustration photo of a male TikTok influencer hammering his cheekbone. Photo by CHRIS DELMAS/AFP via Getty Images.
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Lessons from the defeat of the "Trump of the Tropics."
This episode was produced by Miles Bryan, edited by Jolie Myers, fact checked by Andrea López-Cruzado, engineered by Patrick Boyd and David Tatasciore, and hosted by Noel King. It was supported by a grant from Protect Democracy. Vox had full discretion over the content of this reporting.
Brazilian President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva at the Planalto Palace. Photo by Ton Molina/NurPhoto via Getty Images.
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Protein in your soda. Protein in your cereal. Protein in your bread. In this rerun from last year, we explain how protein got added into so much of what we eat and drink.
This episode was produced by Gabrielle Berbey, edited by Amina Al-Sadi, fact-checked by Laura Bullard, engineered by Andrea Kristinsdottir and Matthew Billy, and hosted by Noel King.
Protein Cold Foam drink at Starbucks. Photo by Smith Collection/Gado/Getty Images.
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When crises hit, neighbors turn to mutual aid.
This episode was produced by Danielle Hewitt, edited by Avishay Artsy, fact-checked by Melissa Hirsch, engineered by David Tatasciore, and hosted by Jonquilyn Hill.
Photo by RONALDO SCHEMIDT / AFP via Getty Images.
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JB Pritzker of Illinois has a playbook for fighting back against the Trump administration — and he says it's working.
This episode was produced by Jesse Ash, edited by Miranda Kennedy, fact-checked by Andrea Lopez-Cruzado, mixed by Shannon Mahoney, and hosted by Astead Herndon.
Illinois Governor JB Pritzker joins demonstrators during a "No Kings" protest in Chicago. Photo by Joe Raedle/Getty Images.
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GLP-1 drugs are easier than ever to get. But losing weight might also mean losing your personality.
This episode was produced by Kelli Wessinger, edited by Jolie Myers, fact checked by Andrea López-Cruzado, engineered by Patrick Boyd and David Tatasciore, and hosted by Jonquilyn Hill.
Ads for GLP-1 drugs are everywhere. A Super Bowl commercial for GLP-1 drugs. Photo by Jill Connelly/Bloomberg via Getty Images.
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Love #JBPritzker. One of my top choices for POTUS 2028. Gavin has a good PR team, but he's against a wealth tax, has done very little to help the unhoused in CA, is too snuggly with the right wing for my taste, amongst other failings. AOC is ideal but I'm hesitant after HRC & Kamala whether it's a woman-thing, or if it's just the circumstances around the particular women. Unlike HRC or Kamala, AOC is not beholden to corporate interests. No more establishment Dems! LOVE me some Jasmine Crockett.
What a great halftime show by Benito. I just found out that wedding on stage was real!
I'm just wondering as a non millionaire common man, at what point does greed end for the rich? they already have millions n billions.. having 28more? is it worth it if it damages your reputation n image. i dont think it is worth but then again who knows recent E files show sometimes ppl may be just puppets hanging by threads held by their masters pimping them. Its just more zeros on bank statements really nothing more, the joy of seeing zeros at the end,sick fascination with it almost a mental disorder.
I'm impressed and have to admit that bribery via documentary film isn’t something I've ever thought of until now. So brazen, yet so difficult to prosecute.
fascism kids. fascism is the stance of the Trimp regime.
pardoning looks like blanket chk to abuse power. no one should be above law. we need to get rid of this corrupt practice that allows criminals to go scott free.
i follow dr. Eric Berg on utube, good nutrition health researcher / chiropractor.. advocate for keto n intermittent fasting. healthy lifestyle, worth a chkout
2 words, shameless trash.
goes to show the amount of fear marketed to ppl and / or they seen heard of people finances get wrecked due to the D, i know of a few.. so ya prenups shouldnt bother partner if ones intentions are pure BUT it reveals your partner is SMART n person of principles not waving by emotions n assumptions. chkout James Sexton no.1 nyc divorce lawyer has a pod of his own, hilarious fella
This had the potential to be a really interesting, thought provoking episode. It chose not to.
just thought of sumthin non human, fake, tells brain its inauthentic, fake .its y men hate makeup on women..we want the original goods.. some human talent achievement, for now Ai is rival to human race, feel compelled to resist, justa human feedbacking..
no sickness here Alhumdulilah maybe cuz i never stopped wearing mask 😷..neva got flu shot in my life, just 2covid shots. ladies i hav the best genes! impressed!? you can have my babies, they r free of cost.. no sorry, its Haram. But im accepting marriage applications! must like Allah n never argue! n if u can cook, ill setup table.
upto how u make use of it, i cant imagine life without internet, specially YouTube n podcasts, it helps me survive on my own n not feel lonely, without these tools of convenience one could end up deleting themselves. So be grateful, use the internet for good, learn stuff n self control.
He's great, but I would actually love to hear from Rama Duwaji
My jaw dropped while listening to Jace's response to Noel's question about using terms like "hold, touch, hand." It was a beautiful answer, and I wasn't prepared for that.
i couldn't listen to this episode, it was giving me the creeps 😵💫
Wow, ChatGPT's Spanish is worse than I could've imagined
After he stops the first imaginary 8 wars that he boasts that he stopped, maybe then he can imaginarily stop what's going on in Sudan.
yes starve Gazans, starve Americans, send troops to all states, a genocide of middle n lower class of our own in the making eh? you gotta love Politicians, they want to make lives of ppl miserable so jesus can return n give them gold medals of dishonor J be like "thx guys ur treating ppl harshly urshered my return" it wasnt possible without your evil actions,thank u thank u. oh n this easily answers WHY z-mamdani will win.
80% gains from Ai indusrtry alone uh oh, if this fails its great depression v2.0? we dont need Google to Ai every quedtion if its eating up 10 trees each search, this is insanity. no wonder el patron is goin overseas making raw mineral deals vs. chai-nAA! My fear is we'll suck up all raw minerals n energy n go broke while highly dependent on it.