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Need the lowdown, fast? "2 Minutes" delivers quick, sharp podcast briefs that break down trending topics, terms, and headlines, always in under two minutes. Confused about tariffs? Wondering why the government is closed? Curious about viral names like Bo Bragason? No topic is too big or too obscure. Tune in for clever, bite-sized bits of knowledge your brain will thank you for. Smart, fun, and always straight to the point, "2 Minutes" is your daily fix for learning something new, right now.

  1. Who is Maura Healey?

    2월 17일

    Who is Maura Healey?

    From basketball courts to Beacon Hill, discover how Maura Healey became Massachusetts’ first openly lesbian governor and one of the nation’s most talked‑about Democrats. This 2‑minute episode unpacks her rise from athlete to attorney general to trailblazer reshaping education, taxes, and equality. What drives her push for reelection in 2026? Find out now.

    3분
  2. Who is Larry Fink?

    2월 11일

    Who is Larry Fink?

    In just two minutes, learn how billionaire Larry Fink built BlackRock into a $11.6 trillion powerhouse. As chair of the World Economic Forum, Fink pushes retirement reform, AI investment, and stakeholder capitalism, while warning that rising global protectionism could threaten it all.

    3분
  3. Who is Scott Galloway

    2월 6일

    Who is Scott Galloway

    Scott Galloway is a professor-turned-provocateur whose life’s work sits at the intersection of money, power, and modern manhood. In this 2‑minute “Who Is Scott Galloway?” episode, we break down how an NYU marketing professor became a bestselling author, startup founder, and one of the loudest voices in media on Big Tech, markets, and masculinity. You’ll hear how his “Resist and Unsubscribe” pushback against tech giants emerged from a protest over ICE, why his market predictions have made him a go‑to voice on wealth and inequality, and how his evolving take on modern masculinity challenges both traditional alpha tropes and passive retreat. If you’ve seen the clips but don’t know the story, this quick hit gives you the essentials.

    3분
  4. Who is Mark Rutte?

    1월 26일

    Who is Mark Rutte?

    In just two minutes, discover the story behind NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, the pragmatic Dutch leader who went from teaching economics to shaping Western defense strategy. Once the Netherlands' longest-serving Prime Minister, Rutte’s career has been defined by cool diplomacy, quiet resilience, and a “Teflon” knack for weathering political storms. Learn how his push for stronger European defense, stance on Russian aggression, and reputation for modest living make him one of the most influential figures in global security today.

    3분
  5. Who is Zoe Saldaña

    1월 16일

    Who is Zoe Saldaña

    Zoe Saldaña’s journey from ballet dancer to record-breaking movie star comes to life in this fast-paced two-minute profile. Discover how she became the most commercially successful actor in film history, led four different movies past the $2 billion mark, and helped define both the Avatar and Marvel universes. Learn about her groundbreaking Academy Award win for Emilia Pérez, her mission to elevate Latino stories through her own media platform, and the trilingual, multicultural home she’s building with her family as she cements her legacy as a pioneering icon of global cinema.

    3분
  6. Who is Shri Thanedar?

    1월 15일

    Who is Shri Thanedar?

    In just two minutes, discover the remarkable story of Shri Thanedar from a struggling student in India to a U.S. Congressman representing Michigan’s 13th District. This episode follows Thanedar’s inspiring journey from earning advanced degrees in chemistry and business to building multimillion-dollar pharmaceutical companies and eventually breaking barriers as the first Indian-American to represent Michigan in Congress. Explore how his life embodies the American dream, a blend of perseverance, innovation, and public service, as we shine a spotlight on the man bridging science and politics.

    3분
  7. Who is Jerome Powell?

    1월 12일

    Who is Jerome Powell?

    In just two minutes, we unpack the high-stakes drama surrounding Jerome Powell, the 16th Chair of the Federal Reserve and now the target of a federal probe. Once hailed for steering America through COVID’s economic chaos, Powell faces accusations of misleading Congress over a multimillion-dollar Fed headquarters renovation. The DOJ calls it justice; he calls it politics, a Trump-driven push to slash interest rates and bend the Fed’s independence. With his term expiring in May and markets on edge, we explore how one man’s fight for credibility could redefine central banking’s future.

    3분
  8. Who is Rochelle Bilal?

    1월 10일

    Who is Rochelle Bilal?

    Philadelphia Sheriff Rochelle Bilal just declared war on “fake, wannabe law enforcement” – and the political fallout is explosive. In this episode, “Who Is Rochelle Bilal in 2 Minutes?”, we dive into the fiery press conference that put her at the center of a national showdown after an ICE agent fatally shot Renee Nicole Good in Minnesota. Bilal blasted masked federal officers as unprofessional actors, vowed to arrest any agent who breaks the law on her turf, and drew a hard line on what “real” policing looks like inside Philadelphia.​ But this story is bigger than one microphone moment. Listeners will hear how Bilal went from a 27-year veteran cop to the first woman ever elected to run the Philadelphia Sheriff’s Office, building a reputation as a vocal champion of community oversight and criminal justice reform. The episode also peels back the curtain on the controversies inside her own administration – from lawsuits to management battles – and asks what her very public clash with federal immigration authorities reveals about the growing rift between local law enforcement, ICE, and the people caught in the middle.

    3분
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Need the lowdown, fast? "2 Minutes" delivers quick, sharp podcast briefs that break down trending topics, terms, and headlines, always in under two minutes. Confused about tariffs? Wondering why the government is closed? Curious about viral names like Bo Bragason? No topic is too big or too obscure. Tune in for clever, bite-sized bits of knowledge your brain will thank you for. Smart, fun, and always straight to the point, "2 Minutes" is your daily fix for learning something new, right now.

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