Big Tech and the Beltway
Is COVID-19 the misinformation wake-up call for technology? That’s what the CEOs of Facebook, Twitter and Google are expected to be asked today when they’re called to Congress to testify. Plus, the national implications of a special election in New Mexico. And, what are guidelines on gathering for upcoming religious holidays? Guests: Axios' Kim Hart, Russell Contreras, and Marisa Fernandez. Credits: "Axios Today" is produced in partnership with Pushkin Industries. The team includes Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Dan Bobkoff, Justin Kaufmann, Nuria Marquez Martinez, Amy Pedulla, Naomi Shavin and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. Go deeper: Covid-19's misinformation wakeup call House race shows Latino pushback over migrant increase 7 in 10 older Americans have had at least one dose of a COVID vaccine Editor's Note: This episode has been updated to reflect 19, not 18 states in the Axios COVID map saw increased cases. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
25 Maalis 202110min
The hurdles to this year's tax season
The IRS has extended the deadline for filing your taxes to May 17, but even with that extra month - this isn’t going to be easy. Plus, President Biden’s new hotel contract to house migrant families. And, the glaring differences between the Men and women’s NCAA tournaments. Guests: Axios' Felix Salmon, Stef Kight and Kendall Baker Credits: "Axios Today" is produced in partnership with Pushkin Industries. The team includes Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Dan Bobkoff, Justin Kaufmann, Nuria Marquez Martinez, Amy Pedulla, Naomi Shavin and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. Go deeper: One of the most complex tax seasons ever Scoop: ICE securing hotel rooms to hold growing number of migrant families March Madness returns Editor’s note: This piece was corrected to remove an incorrect statement about California taxing unemployment benefits. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
25 Maalis 202110min
Gun control debate returns to Congress
Less a day after the mass killing in Boulder, Colorado, President Joe Biden urged Congress to pass gun control laws now. But members of both parties have yet to find a way to compromise on legislation. Plus, federal regulators clap back on AstraZeneca’s vaccine data. And, Jalen Rose on the lack of black coaches in professional sports. Guests: Axios' Alayna Treene and Sam Baker and ABC/ESPN analyst Jalen Rose. Credits: "Axios Today" is produced in partnership with Pushkin Industries. The team includes Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Dan Bobkoff, Justin Kaufmann, Nuria Marquez Martinez, Amy Pedulla, Naomi Shavin and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. Go deeper: Biden demands Congress tighten gun laws in wake of Boulder, Atlanta shootings AstraZeneca commits to more vaccine data after concerns from NIH Watch: A conversation on systemic racism in sports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
24 Maalis 202110min
Mass shooting in Boulder, Colorado
Police responded to an active shooter incident at the King Soopers grocery store in South Boulder yesterday afternoon. Late last night, officials confirmed that 10 people were shot and killed, including Boulder police officer Eric Tally. Plus, will the U.S. meet the May 1 deadline to withdraw troops from Afghanistan? The AstraZeneca vaccine passes initial American trials. And, why a fire at one Japanese chip plant is affecting the entire auto industry. Guests: Axios' Dave Lawler, Sam Baker and Ina Fried. Credits: "Axios Today" is produced in partnership with Pushkin Industries. The team includes Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Dan Bobkoff, Justin Kaufmann, Nuria Marquez Martinez, Amy Pedulla, Naomi Shavin and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. Go deeper: Biden has only bad options as Afghanistan withdrawal deadline nears U.S. trial finds AstraZeneca vaccine 79% effective with no serious side effects Fire at Japanese plant is latest blow to global chip industry Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
23 Maalis 202111min
Hard Truths: The Iroquois' fight for the Olympics
The latest episode of our Hard Truths series examining systemic racism in America takes a look at the game of lacrosse. It was played by Native Americans as far back as the 12th century. The Iroquois people called it a medicine game - it was spiritual. But this isn’t the predominant image of lacrosse today. Guest: Lyle Thompson, lacrosse player for the Iroquois Nationals. Credits: "Axios Today" is produced in partnership with Pushkin Industries. The team includes Niala Boodhoo, Nuria Marquez Martinez, Amy Pedulla, Justin Kaufmann, Dan Bobkoff, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alex Sugiura and Naomi Shavin. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
20 Maalis 202110min
The national outcry after the Georgia shootings
The country continues to mourn the eight people who were killed in this week’s shootings at three separate spas in the Atlanta area. Plus, the first public spat between President Biden and Vladmir Putin. And, a modified March Madness gets underway in Indianapolis. Guests: Axios' Margaret Talev and Jeff Tracy Credits: "Axios Today" is produced in partnership with Pushkin Industries. The team includes Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Dan Bobkoff, Justin Kaufmann, Nuria Marquez Martinez, Amy Pedulla, Naomi Shavin and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. Go deeper: What we know about the victims of the Georgia shootings March Madness returns Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
19 Maalis 202110min
Atlanta: Asian American fear and anxiety
A man has been arrested and charged after a mass shooting at three Atlanta-area spas that killed eight people. Six of the victims were identified as Asian and seven were women. The gunman told police he had a “sex addiction” and the murders were not racially motivated. But his confession has done nothing to quiet fears and anxieties of Asian Americans. Plus, in the race to get all adults vaccinated, are the most vulnerable being left behind? And, Volkswagen takes on Tesla. Guests: Axios' Shawna Chen, Joann Muller and Caitlin Owens. Credits: "Axios Today" is produced in partnership with Pushkin Industries. The team includes Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Dan Bobkoff, Justin Kaufmann, Nuria Marquez Martinez, Amy Pedulla, Naomi Shavin and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. Go deeper: Atlanta spa killings stir even more fear among Asian Americans The mad scramble for electric vehicle batteries Opening the vaccine doors too wide, too fast could threaten equity Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
18 Maalis 202110min
President Biden's victory tour
Now that the $1.9 trillion coronavirus stimulus package has been signed into law, the real work begins - selling it to the American people. President Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris are on the road with scheduled stops everywhere from Pennsylvania to New Mexico. Plus, why the US is turning to Pacific democracies to stem China’s influence. And, the case for going back to the office. Guests: Axios' Hans Nichols, Bethany Allen-Ebrahimian and Erica Pandey. Credits: "Axios Today" is produced in partnership with Pushkin Industries. The team includes Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Dan Bobkoff, Justin Kaufmann, Nuria Marquez Martinez, Amy Pedulla, Naomi Shavin and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. Go deeper: Inside the Biden-Harris battleground blitz Biden and leaders of Australia, India, Japan to unveil plan to boost Asia's vaccine supply The case for going back to the office Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
17 Maalis 202110min
