Why Is the Fertility Rate Falling? with Dr. Shanna Swan
There are a lot of causes of the declining global birth rate – education, freedom, and even the decline of subsistence agriculture. But what if one of the biggest factors was … plastic? Epidemiologist...
7 Huhti 20211h 3min
The High Cost of Cheap Clothes with Dana Thomas
Clothes today cost a fraction of what they cost our grandparents — but why, and at what cost? Journalist and author Dana Thomas joins Adam to break down how fast fashion has made the industry explode ...
31 Maalis 20211h 5min
Why “Critical Thinking” Can’t Beat Misinformation, and How to Fight It with Michael Caulfield
We’re flooded with misinformation, and new research shows that cliches about “thinking critically” and “doing your own research” are counterproductive at best. Writer and educator Michael Caulfield jo...
24 Maalis 20211h 35min
The Case for Medicare for All with Dr. Abdul El-Sayed
Why is America's health care system so effed up, and what can be done to fix it? Author, physician, and civil servant Dr. Abdul El-Sayed joins Adam to discuss how we got here, his belief in single-pay...
17 Maalis 20211h 4min
How Amazon Reshaped America with Alec MacGillis
Journalist and author of "Fulfillment", Alec MacGillis, joins Adam this week to discuss how Amazon’s unprecedented and wide-spread growth has reshaped our economy and society. They cover the economic ...
10 Maalis 20211h 9min
Humans Are An Invasive Species with Elizabeth Kolbert
Adam is thrilled to introduce one of his absolute favorite journalists and authors to the show: Pulitzer Prize winner and author of the The Sixth Extinction, Elizabeth Kolbert. They discuss how humans...
3 Maalis 20211h 11min
Why is Border Patrol Exempt from the Fourth Amendment? with Todd Miller
No feature of the American landscape is more absurd than the border. It cuts across natural landscapes, is highly militarized, and possesses the largest law enforcement agency in America. Why? Journal...
24 Helmi 20211h 16min
Ending Climate Change with Saul Griffith
We often frame the fight against climate change as one of endless sacrifice. But the truth is, the real solutions to climate change would both save money and make our lives better. Scientist, inventor...
17 Helmi 20211h 29min
