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Episodes
1979: How the U.S. and Iran Went From Allies to Enemies
Times Magazine contributor Scott Anderson discusses his book "King of Kings," detailing how U.
The Young Economic Populists Reshaping the Left
Host Natalie Kitroser speaks with Noam Scheiber about the political transformation of college graduates from conservative to progressive.
The Iran War's Devastating Butterfly Effect
NYT reporter Peter Goodman details how the Iran war and global aid cuts have devastated vulnerable nations like Somalia.
Maine Votes as Graham Platner’s Past Poses New Conundrums
This episode examines the contentious Maine Senate primary, focusing on progressive nominee Graham Plattner’s rise and the subsequent scandal involving allegations of past misconduct.
Congressional Republicans Try a New Approach: Telling Trump No
NYT Congressional Editor Julie Davis discusses a rare rebellion by Republican lawmakers against President Trump’s second-term agenda.
Scott Pelley on His Firing and the ‘Massacre’ at ’60 Minutes’
Scott Pelley gives his first interview since being fired from CBS, accusing new leadership of editorial interference and bias.
Everything You Need to Know About the World Cup
Host Natalie Kitroeff and soccer correspondent Tarek Fatah preview the 2026 World Cup, discussing its expansion to 48 teams across the US, Canada, and Mexico.
One Town's Blueprint for Resegregating America
Investigative reporter Deborah Kamen discusses "Return to the Land," a whites-only community in Arkansas exploiting a Fair Housing Act loophole.
How Trump Was Persuaded to Regulate A.I.
The Daily examines the White House’s internal struggle over AI regulation, culminating in President Trump signing a voluntary executive order for government review of new models.
Why the Ebola Outbreak Has Been Nearly Impossible to Stop
NYT reporter Declan Walsh reports from the DRC on a severe Ebola outbreak hampered by delayed detection, scarce resources, and community mistrust.
How Elon Musk Engineered the World’s Biggest I.P.O.
The Daily examines SpaceX’s historic IPO, which could make Elon Musk the world’s first trillionaire.
Inside Trump’s Mad Dash to Renovate Washington
The Daily investigates President Trump’s massive, no-bid renovation projects in Washington D.
Olivia Rodrigo Tried Writing Love Songs. Then Life Got Messy.
The New York Times’ PopCast hosts John Caramanica and Joe Coscarelli interview Olivia Rodrigo about her new album, *Vampire*.
Want to ‘Optimize’ Your Happiness? This Happiness Expert Says: Don’t.
Host Lulu Garcia Navarro interviews Yale psychologist Dr.
Stranded in the Strait of Hormuz
This episode explores the human cost of the U.
Can A.I. Make People Feel Less Lonely?
NYT journalist Eli Saslow explores how AI robot ElliQ combats loneliness for Jan Worrell, an 85-year-old living alone in rural Oregon.
The Whiplash Over a Possible Peace Deal With Iran
Host Rachel Abrams discusses the sudden collapse of expected peace talks with Iran and subsequent U.
A Flood of New, Deadlier Drugs
NYT reporter Azam Ahmed discusses the rise of ultra-potent synthetic drugs like nitazenes, which are outpacing fentanyl in lethality and ease of production.
Sites Unseen: What’s Revealed by Traveling With the Blind
NYT photographer Andy Isaacson joins The Daily to discuss a transformative trip to India with Travelize, a company pairing blind and sighted travelers as equal companions.
Nicolas Cage Made Himself a Legend. Then He Had to Live With It.
David Marchese interviews Nicolas Cage about his new series Spider Noir, his postmodern acting techniques, and his willingness to invite negative reactions.
Trump’s National Support Is Cratering
NYT Chief Political Analyst Nate Cohn discusses a new poll showing President Trump’s approval at a record low of 37%, driven by dissatisfaction with the cost of living and Middle East conflicts.
Why the U.S. Just Indicted Cuba’s Former President
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Trump’s Taxpayer-Funded Plan
President Trump dropped his $10 billion IRS lawsuit to establish a $1.
A Trump Dissenter Fights for His Political Life
The Daily examines the high-stakes Kentucky primary between incumbent Thomas Massie and Trump-backed challenger Ed Galrin.
The Courtroom Showdown Between Elon Musk and Sam Altman
Tech reporter Mike Isaac details the high-stakes trial between Elon Musk and Sam Altman, where Musk seeks to dismantle OpenAI’s for-profit structure and remove Altman as CEO.
Can We Reverse Aging?
Rachel Abrams interviews Susan Dominus about the booming field of longevity science, focusing on cellular rejuvenation techniques inspired by embryonic development.
Graham Platner’s Plan to Dethrone Susan Collins — and the Democratic Establishment
Lulu Garcia Navarro interviews Graham Plattner, the presumptive Democratic Senate nominee in Maine, about his progressive campaign against Susan Collins.
Lessons From the Hantavirus Outbreak
Michael Barbaro interviews Apurva Mandavilli about a hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship, which has caused deaths and sparked global concern.
A New Leader — and a New Showdown — at the Fed
The Senate confirmed Kevin Warsh as Federal Reserve chair, but Jerome Powell defied tradition by staying on the board to protect the Fed’s independence from President Trump’s political pressure.
Two Superpowers Across the Table
Rachel Abrams speaks with David Sanger about President Trump’s summit with Xi Jinping in Beijing.
Why More Americans Are Seeking Religion
The Daily explores why secularization in America has paused, with Gen Z and young men showing renewed interest in faith.
For Mother’s Day, Classic Mom-isms
For this Mother’s Day episode of The Daily, host Rachel Abrams shares her mother’s mantra, "These are the good old days," emphasizing the value of appreciating the present.
A Personal Finance Star on What Millennials Need From Their Boomer Parents
David Marchese interviews personal finance expert Ramit Sethi, author of *I Will Teach You to Be Rich*, about his holistic approach to wealth.
The 30 Greatest Living American Songwriters
The New York Times Magazine reveals its list of the 30 best living American songwriters, detailing the contentious debate behind its creation.
Daniel Radcliffe, Mariska Hargitay and the Happiest List on Earth
Host Michael Barbaro interviews Daniel Radcliffe about his role in the interactive Broadway hit *Every Brilliant Thing*, which explores depression…
Dating on the Spectrum
New York Times writer Anna Peel discusses the origin and impact of Netflix’s hit reality show Love on the Spectrum.
One Reporter’s Life-Altering Psychedelic Trip
NYT reporter Robert Draper joins Natalie Kitroeff to discuss his personal experience with ibogaine, an illegal psychedelic used to treat PTSD and addiction.