Inside the eye of a hurricane

Ukrainian Corporal Andrii Shadrin and news producer Kateryna Malofieieva are at the heart of the conflict between Ukraine and Russia. Both are based in the Donbas, a region that’s been partially controlled by pro-Russian separatists since 2014. The battle for the Donbas is critical to the outcome of this war. And in the meantime, Andrii and Kateryna’s families are being torn apart. Plus, what waning homebuilder confidence tells us about the housing market. And, a wild weekend of weather with deadly consequences. Guests: Ukrainian Cpl. Andrii Shadrin; news producer Kateryna Malofieieva; Axios' Dave Lawler and Matt Phillips. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Nuria Marquez Martinez, Alex Sugiura, and Lydia McMullen-Laird. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: On the front lines in Donbas: One Ukrainian soldier's story Homebuilders starting to feel higher mortgage rates Studies show climate change is increasingly driving extreme weather risks Extreme weather plagues U.S., from Colorado snowstorm to East Coast heat What we know about the new monkeypox outbreak Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

23 Maj 202211min

The Department of the Interior released a report showing that between 1819 and 1969, hundreds of Native American children died while in the federal Indian boarding school system. The probe takes a deep look at the systemic way in which the US government forced indigenous families to assimilate, often through widespread abuse. Plus, even as COVID cases rise, many Americans say the pandemic is over. And, billions in new aid for Ukraine. Guests: Assistant Secretary of the Interior for Indian Affairs, Bryan Newland. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Nuria Marquez Martinez, Alex Sugiura, and Lydia McMullen-Laird. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: Hundreds of children died in Native American boarding schools, report finds Axios-Ipsos poll: 1 in 3 say the pandemic's over Senate passes $40 billion aid package for Ukraine Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

20 Maj 202211min

Title 42 is set to come to an end in four days. That's the pandemic-era CDC policy that allowed officials at the border to turn migrants and asylum seekers away because of public health concerns. But last month, a federal judge stopped the Biden administration from winding down this border policy and its fate is uncertain. For now, lawmakers, asylum lawyers, and non-profits along the border continue to prepare for the expected surge that would accompany the end of this policy, whether it happens next week or months from now. Plus, a Russian soldier pleads guilty to killing an unarmed civilian in Ukraine. And, new research on COVID safety and outdoor events. Guests: Michelle Hackman, immigration reporter for The Wall Street Journal; and Axios' Asher Price. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Nuria Marquez Martinez, Alex Sugiura, and Lydia McMullen-Laird. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: Judge grants temporary restraining order to keep Title 42 in place The future of large events and COVID Russian soldier pleads guilty to killing unarmed civilian DHS preparing for violence following abortion ruling Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

19 Maj 202211min

Plus, the push for answers about the killing of journalist Shireen Abu Akleh And, the case for letting our lawns grow wild Guests: Axios' Mike Allen and Barak Ravid Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Nuria Marquez Martinez, Alex Sugiura, and Lydia McMullen-Laird. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: Rep. Madison Cawthorn loses N.C. GOP House primary Kathy Barnette's Senate campaign fizzles out Doug Mastriano wins Pennsylvania GOP primary for governor U.S. "deeply troubled" by Israeli police's actions at Shireen Abu Akleh's funeral No Mow May Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

18 Maj 202211min

The deadly mass shooting in Buffalo, New York this weekend was live streaming on Twitch for two minutes before it was taken down. But the video of the shooting was easy to re-upload on multiple platforms, and has now been watched millions of times. The gunman said that the ability to live stream was part of his motivation to commit the crime. Should tech companies step up? Plus, answers to your lingering questions about Roe v. Wade and its future. And, a fix on the horizon for the infant formula shortage. Guests: Axios' Ina Fried; Shefali Luthra, health reporter for The 19th Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Nuria Marquez Martinez, Alex Sugiura, and Lydia McMullen-Laird. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: Live streaming motivated the Buffalo shooter Watch: A conversation on the cyber threat landscape Roe is reshaping America’s political landscape Abbott reaches deal with FDA to reopen baby formula plant linked to shortage Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

17 Maj 202211min

A retired police officer, grocery store employees, and customers were among the ten people killed in a mass shooting Saturday in Buffalo, New York. It is the deadliest American mass shooting so far this year. The suspect, an 18-year-old white man, allegedly published a 180-page document that laid out specific plans to attack Black people and repeatedly cited the so-called “great replacement” theory. Plus, Finland and Sweden look to join NATO. And, a moment of joy for Ukraine courtesy of pop music. Guests: Axios' Russell Contreras and Hans Nichols. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Nuria Marquez Martinez, Alex Sugiura, and Lydia McMullen-Laird. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: What we know about the Buffalo mass shooter A racist conspiracy theory goes mainstream Axios Dallas Sweden's ruling party announces support for NATO application Russia neighbor Finland confirms it will apply for NATO membership Kalush Orchestra Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

16 Maj 202211min

Former president Donald Trump isn’t on any ballot in 2022 but he’s already been a central figure, with his endorsements shifting major races. Meanwhile, GOP leadership is panicking over a possible win for a so-called “ultra-MAGA” senate primary candidate in Pennsylvania — who could endanger efforts for Republicans to take back the Senate in November. Plus, what science says could be the best exercise for your body. And, the first image of the black hole at the center of our galaxy. Guests: Axios' Mike Allen and Erica Pandey Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Nuria Marquez Martinez, Alex Sugiura, and Lydia McMullen-Laird. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: GOP panics over ‘ultra-MAGA’ Pennsylvania Senate wild card How squats power your life How To Do Body Weight Squats Astronomers capture first image of black hole at center of Milky Way Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

13 Maj 202211min

Parents are scrambling to find baby formula amid a shortage that’s growing into a full-blown crisis. Retailers across the country are reporting about 40% of their baby formula is out of stock, due to supply chain issues and a recent recall of certain products. Plus, primary voters in Arkansas face controversial new laws And, a new report says hundreds of children died at Native American boarding schools Guests: Axios' Nathan Bomey and Worth Sparkman. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Nuria Marquez Martinez, Alex Sugiura, and Lydia McMullen-Laird. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893. Go Deeper: FDA under fire as baby formula shortage grows Axios guide for NW Arkansas voters in 2022 primary elections Hundreds of children died in Native American boarding schools, report finds Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

12 Maj 202211min