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In the growing conflict between Israel and Iran, one questions now looms over Washington: How far will President Trump go to entangle the United States in a new war? Jonathan Swan, who covers the White House, discusses Mr. Trump’s shifting stance on U.S. involvement, and the options he is now weighing. Guest: Jonathan Swan , a White House reporter for The New York Times. Background reading: Mr. Trump has shifted on Iran under pressure from Israel. The president’s choice: last-chance diplomacy or...
Over the past three decades, A.D.H.D. diagnoses in the U.S. have been climbing steadily, and so have prescriptions for the medication to manage the symptoms. As the field booms, some longtime researchers are starting to question whether much of the fundamental thinking around how we identify and treat the disorder is wrong. Paul Tough, a contributing writer for The New York Times Magazine, explains. Guest: Paul Tough, a contributing writer for The New York Times Magazine who, for the last two de...
A look into a turbulent weekend featuring an assassination attempt in Minnesota targeting lawmakers, including details on the shooter's background and potential motives. The episode also examines the rapidly escalating conflict between Israel and Iran, detailing Israel's initial massive strike, Iran's unpreparedness, the widespread damage, and fears the war could spread.
This Father's Day episode of Modern Love shares listener stories about the rare but impactful moments their fathers showed emotional vulnerability. Family therapist Terry Real returns to discuss challenging traditional masculinity and offers advice on parenting with emotional honesty. He answers listener questions on discipline, breaking familial patterns, guiding children (sons and daughters), and repairing estranged relationships, emphasizing the importance of parents doing their own healing work.
Senator Lisa Murkowski discusses her memoir "Far From Home," reflecting on her political journey including the historic 2010 write-in campaign. She shares her perspective on current legislative battles like taxes and Medicaid, the evolving Republican party, and the challenges of political polarization and declining civility. Murkowski also addresses the influence of powerful figures, her viral "we are all afraid" comment, and her concerns about the state of American democracy and the balance of power, while emphasizing the importance of staying grounded in her Alaskan roots and constituent needs.
Tomorrow night, for the first time in decades, the United States military will put its unrivaled might on display in a parade through downtown Washington D.C. Helene Cooper, who covers national security for The Times, explains how President Trump overcame years of opposition from inside the military to get the parade and why its timing has become so fraught. David E. Sanger, who covers the White House and national security, gives an update on Israel’s attack on Iran and what it is likely to mean...
California’s governor, Gavin Newsom, says that President Trump’s decision to send federal troops into Los Angeles is a “brazen abuse of power” and a defining moment for American democracy. Governor Newsom sits down with Michael Barbaro to discuss Mr. Trump, illegal immigration, the protests and how he thinks the standoff in Los Angeles will end. Guest: Gavin Newsom, the governor of California Background reading: President Trump has expanded domestic use of the armed forces , testing the limits o...
This week’s protests and clashes in California are the biggest flare-up yet over President Trump’s immigration enforcement. They follow months of escalating raids and rhetoric as the administration struggles to fulfill the president’s big promises for mass deportations. Hamed Aleaziz, who covers immigration policy for The Times, goes inside one ICE operation and explains why the tensions over Mr. Trump’s aggressive approach may only get worse. Guest: Hamed Aleaziz , who covers the Department of ...
In the trade war between the United States and China, the biggest sticking point is a handful of metals that are essential to the U.S. and almost entirely under the control of China. The problem is, China has now cut off America’s access to those metals, threatening American industry and the U.S. military. Keith Bradsher explains how the United States became so dependent on China for these metals in the first place, and just how hard it will be to live without them. Guest: Keith Bradsher , the B...
During an extraordinary weekend, President Trump deployed 2,000 troops from the National Guard to suppress protests in Los Angeles against his own immigration policies, and his bitter breakup with the world’s richest man, Elon Musk, entered a new stage of acrimony. Shawn Hubler, The New York Times’s Los Angeles bureau chief, and Jonathan Swan, a White House correspondent, join Michael Barbaro to walk listeners through an eventful 48 hours. Guests: Shawn Hubler , the Los Angeles bureau chief for ...
Writer Mireille Silcoff discusses her viral New York Times article, "Why Gen X Women Are Having the Best Sex." She shares the personal journey behind the piece, including navigating divorce, a long-term illness, and a miraculous recovery that reignited her sexuality in her late 40s. Mireille explores how her Gen X upbringing shaped her identity and confidence, enabling her to embrace a newfound sexual freedom and pleasure, influenced also by a changing cultural landscape shaped by younger generations.
The American Ballet Theater’s first Black female principal dancer on everything she’s fought for and the decision to end her historic career with the company.Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
This episode contains strong language. Since 2021, nearly half the states in the U.S. have passed bans on medical treatments for transgender minors. The Trump administration is now targeting the care, and in the coming weeks, the Supreme Court is expected to weigh in. Against that backdrop, “The Daily” is running the first episode of a six-part series from NYT Audio about the story of youth gender medicine — where it came from, whom it was meant to help, and what may come next in the legal and p...
President Trump has called the sweeping domestic policy bill that recently passed in the House the most important piece of legislation in his second term — a single bill that would unlock his entire domestic agenda. But as that bill heads to the Senate, it’s raising questions among Republicans about whom Trumpism is really for. Today, the New York Times congressional correspondent Catie Edmondson joins “The Daily” to talk about the big messy battle over what Republicans have named the One Big Be...
Operation Spider’s Web was an audacious Ukrainian sneak attack that caused billions of dollars in damage to Russian warplanes — using drones that cost as little as $600. Marc Santora, a reporter covering the war in Ukraine for The New York Times, explains why this strike on Sunday, which extended 3,000 miles into Russia, is already being seen as a signal event in the evolution of modern warfare. Guest: Marc Santora, has been reporting from Ukraine since the beginning of the war with Russia. Back...
Rachel Abrams and Natalie Kitroeff officially join Michael Barbaro as co-hosts of the show. Welcome to the next chapter. Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.
It’s conventional wisdom that President Trump has transformed American politics. But a new county-by-county voting analysis from The New York Times of the last four presidential races shows just how drastically Mr. Trump has changed the electoral map. Shane Goldmacher, a national political correspondent for The Times, explains why the trends are a five-alarm fire for the Democrats and discusses the debate within the party over what to do about it. Guest: Shane Goldmacher , a national political c...
A Times investigation has found that as Elon Musk became one of President Trump’s closest and most influential advisers, he was juggling an increasingly chaotic personal life and a drug habit far more serious than previously known. Kirsten Grind and Megan Twohey, two investigative reporters at The New York Times, discuss why those closest to Mr. Musk are finally sounding the alarm. Guest: Kirsten Grind , an investigative business reporter at The New York Times. Megan Twohey , an investigative re...
When Samaiya Mushtaq was growing up, she imagined marrying a kind Muslim man, and at 21, she did. But while studying to become a psychiatrist in medical school, she realized her husband couldn’t meet her emotional needs — something she deeply craved. Despite the shame she felt, she got a divorce. In this episode, Mushtaq shares the twists and turns of her unexpected second chance at love, where service is at the center. From working in health care during the pandemic to building a family to unde...
The Grammy-winning singer on overcoming child stardom, accepting her parents and being in control. Also, we have exciting news : You can check us out on YouTube . To watch our videos, go to: youtube.com/@theinterviewpodcast Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify....
A panel of federal judges ruled on Wednesday that many of President Trump’s tariffs were illegal, a decision that has threatened to derail his trade agenda. Victor Schwartz, the wine importer at the center of the case, explains why he decided to take on the president, and Jeanna Smialek, the Brussels bureau chief for The Times, discusses what options Mr. Trump has to save his trade war. Guest: Victor Schwartz , a small wine importer and the lead plaintiff in a lawsuit against Mr. Trump’s tariffs...
For Harvard students, this year’s graduation ceremony comes amid an intense standoff between one of America’s most prestigious universities and the United States government. Michael S. Schmidt, an investigative reporter for The Times, explains how the conflict escalated and what it reveals about how far the administration will go to fulfill its agenda. Guest: Michael S. Schmidt , an investigative reporter for The New York Times, covering Washington. Background reading: Harvard leaders see only b...
The Trump administration on Tuesday bypassed the traditional system of vaccine guidance and abruptly ended the government’s recommendation that two key groups of Americans receive vaccinations against Covid. Apoorva Mandavilli, a science and global health reporter at The New York Times, discusses what could be a turning point in public health. Guest: Apoorva Mandavilli , a science and global health reporter at The New York Times. Background reading: Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said th...
After the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, abortions in the United States actually went up, in part because of a novel legal strategy that pitted blue states against red states. Pam Belluck, who covers health and science for The Times, discusses that strategy and explains how proceedings against a New York doctor could take it apart. Guest: Pam Belluck , a health and science reporter at The New York Times. Background reading: The Louisiana case appears to be the first time criminal charges ...
A session with Terry Real, a marriage and family therapist, can get uncomfortable. He’s known to mirror and amplify the emotions of his clients, sometimes cursing and nearly yelling, often in an attempt to get men in touch with the emotions they’re not used to honoring. Real says men are often pushed to shut off their expression of vulnerability when they’re young as part of the process of becoming a man. That process, he says, can lead to myriad problems in their relationships. He sees it as hi...
For the past week, an international outcry has been building, particularly in Europe, over Israel’s plans to escalate its military campaign in Gaza and over its two-month-long blockade, which has put Gaza’s population on the brink of starvation. On Wednesday in Washington D.C., two Israeli Embassy staffers were shot and killed by a man who chanted “Free Palestine” afterward. Aaron Boxerman, who covers Israel and Gaza for The Times, explains the desperate situation in Gaza … and Israel’s fears th...
Vice President JD Vance met with the new pope a few days ago. He then sat down with The Times to talk about faith, immigration, the law and the partisan temptation to go too far. Ross Douthat, an opinion columnist and the host of the new podcast “Interesting Times,” discusses their conversation. Guest: Ross Douthat , an Opinion columnist and the host of the “Interesting Times” podcast. Background reading: Ross’s conversation with JD Vance . For more information on today’s episode, visit nytimes....
This episode explores President Trump's unexpected struggles in brokering a Ukraine peace deal. Initially confident he could make a quick deal, Trump faced challenges from both Ukrainian President Zelensky and Russian President Putin. After a series of surprising events, including European mediation and a Vatican meeting with Zelensky, Trump's frustration culminated in a pivotal call with Putin. The outcome suggests Trump is disillusioned and may abandon his efforts, raising questions about Ukraine's future support.
Recent news of former President Biden's aggressive cancer diagnosis has intensified an ongoing reckoning within the Democratic Party. Fueled by new books detailing concerns about his fitness and the release of embarrassing audio from a special counsel interview, Democrats are openly re-examining the decisions surrounding his campaign and presidency. The debate highlights deep trust issues between voters and leaders and raises questions about who knew what and when, complicating the party's path forward.
This episode of The Daily explores the Trump administration's decision to grant refugee status to white Afrikaners from South Africa, despite stringent restrictions on refugees from other countries. The episode delves into the history of Afrikaners, their role in apartheid, and the post-apartheid dynamics in South Africa, examining the motivations behind Trump's policy and its implications for both South Africa and the United States. It also considers how this decision aligns with Trump's broader political messaging and resonates with specific segments of his base.
