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The news you need to know today — and the stories that will stick with you tomorrow. Plus, special series and behind-the-scenes extras from Here & Now hosts Robin Young, Scott Tong and Deepa Fernandes with help from Producer Chris Bentley and the team at NPR and WBUR.

14H AGO

Why the Supreme Court is allowing controversial deportations to continue

A divided Supreme Court is allowing the Trump administration to use the Alien Enemies Act to deport Venezuelans that it claims are members of a gang. Law professor Amanda Frost joins us to explain the decision. Then, Nintendo canceled U.S. preorders for the Switch 2 days after President Trump announced sweeping global tariffs. We discuss headwinds facing the console release with Nintendo of America President Doug Bowser. And, one of the nation's first housing projects is getting a new life as a public housing museum. Here & Now's Chris Bentley reports. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

21 min
1D AGO

Why one toy manufacturer says tariffs will be 'fatal blow' to small business

David Mauro, creator of the Talking Jesus Dolls, is an American who stands behind President Trump's 'America First' ideology. But he worries about the impacts Trump's tariffs will have on his business. And, President Trump last week removed the head of the National Security Agency and Cyber Command. Gen. Michael Hayden, former director of the NSA joins us to react to that decision. Then, a stage-four cancer diagnosis hasn't stopped singer Raul Malo from touring the country. The Mavericks frontman joins us to talk about what he learned on the road. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

24 min
5D AGO

How AI, crypto and social media are making online scams more sophisticated

The Economist podcast "Scam Inc." tells the story of the global online scam industry, which is growing larger and more sophisticated. Host Sue-Lin Wong tells us about speaking with victims and perpetrators of online scams. Then, the vast global industry designed to perfect cyber scams takes in some $500 billion a year. Alona Katz, chief of the Brooklyn District Attorney's Virtual Currency Unit, joins us. And, as the federal government continues to slash jobs, job scammers are reading the headlines. The Washington Post's "Color of Money" columnist Michelle Singletary talks about some of the most common scams, how to avoid them, and what to do if you realize you've been scammed. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

29 min
5D AGO

Trump's trade war goes big

Can tariffs be an effective economic tool? Former U.S. Trade Rep. Katherine Tai says yes, when used strategically. Tai explains what President Trump's sweeping new tariffs mean for American consumers. And, Mark DiPlacido, a policy adviser at the conservative think tank American Compass, makes the case for why Trump's new tariffs make sense. Then, mayors in U.S. cities are standing with Canadian mayors against Trump's tariffs. Daniel Rickenmann, Republican mayor of Columbia, South Carolina, and Mark Sutcliffe, mayor of Ottawa, Ontario, break down what this means for their economies. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

28 min
6D AGO

The Supreme Court case that could close Planned Parenthood in South Carolina

The Supreme Court heard a case on Wednesday about South Carolina's efforts to stop Planned Parenthood clinics in the state from getting Medicaid funding. Mary Ziegler, law professor at the University of California, Davis, joins us. Then, Rep. Brittany Pettersen, a Democrat from Colorado, is leading a push to allow new parents in Congress to vote by proxy instead of in person. She tells us why. And, the Yankees have hit 18 home runs so far — and many of those dingers have come off torpedo bats, which are creating quite a stir in the league this season. The Athletic's Chris Kirschner talks about why these bats are so controversial. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

23 min
APR 1

Trump administration sends man to notorious El Salvador prison because of 'error'

In a court filing Monday, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement pointed to an "administrative error" for why it deported a man to a prison in El Salvador, even though he has protected legal status in the U.S. We speak with Simon Sandoval-Moshenberg, who is a lawyer for the man, Kilmar Abrego Garcia. Then, Kevin Griffis, former director of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention's office of communications, explains his decision to quit his job. And, several bills making their way through state legislatures across the country are tackling elements of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s Make America Healthy Again movement. STAT's Isabella Cueto discusses some of the bills that aim to tackle food additives and improve public health. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

23 min
MAR 31

Why billionaires are trying to swing a Wisconsin Supreme Court election

The money spent on the Wisconsin Supreme Court election is likely to reach $100 million by the end of Election Day on Tuesday, which would make it the most expensive judicial race in American history. We check in on what's at stake with WUWM's Chuck Quirmbach. Then, Rep. Debbie Dingell, a Democrat from Michigan, joins us to discuss the Trump administration's planned 25% tariffs on imported vehicles and auto parts. Plus, President Trump told NBC News that he's "not joking" about potentially seeking a constitutionally prohibited third term in office. University of Baltimore law professor Kim Wehle reacts to his comments. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

20 min
MAR 28

The future of special education under a dismantled Education Department

A special education leader under George W. Bush says the dismantling of the Department of Education will impact students with disabilities. Stephanie Smith Lee talks about what's at stake for the federal law that helped people with disabilities go from institutionalization to institutions of higher education. Then, Medicaid helps lessen financial and logistical barriers that families face to get services for children with disabilities. We hear from policy expert Johanna Lister and mother of two Shiloh Creswell on what could happen if Republicans make cuts to Medicaid. And, artist Loryn Brantz aims to help parents feel seen through the moments of frustration, laughter and love that come with raising kids in her new book "Poems of Parenting." She joins us. Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoices NPR Privacy Policy

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Mar 31

C-Ko

I love this podcast but once a week or so it will randomly disappear from my feed because it unsubscribes itself. I have no idea why it does this, I don’t have this issue with other podcasts I follow. I’m a loyal supporter of NPR and want it to be its best!
The next Terry Gross!

10/22/2024

PortlandMomma

Deepa Fernandes is the next Terry Gross!!! 🙌🙌🙌
Literally Marxist Propaganda

11/15/2024

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“Karl Marx and Friedrich Engels lived and coined the term ‘proletariat.’ NPR's Lauren Frayer looks at the origins of an idea every politician has sought to co-opt.” -Excerpt from “Manchester: The birthplace of the working class” aired on NPR 11/14/24. Brought to you by the intel agencies with your tax dollars. The Smith Mundt Revision Act 2012 allows Steat Dept propaganda on American citizens. The feds bankroll NPR. The charitable foundation donors are all intimately connected to the feds too. When these jokers aren’t discussing Marx, they’re sowing racial division and hinting at civil war before a contentious election. Show idea: how many millions died under the Stalin and Mao regimes? Over 100 million?
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08/10/2024

Carol Wetterauer

Fantastic! Wish I could’ve heard this podcast as a young woman. Will think twice however before turning up the ac,

The news you need to know today — and the stories that will stick with you tomorrow. Plus, special series and behind-the-scenes extras from Here & Now hosts Robin Young, Scott Tong and Deepa Fernandes with help from Producer Chris Bentley and the team at NPR and WBUR.