McCarthy goes after Biden

Voting by mail has become a controversial issue for President Trump's re-election campaign. He talked to chief political correspondent Jonathan Swan about his lack of confidence in the system in yesterday's Axios on HBO interview. While Trump continues to sow fear around mail-in voting, the new Axios-Ipsos poll shows a partisan divide on the dangers of in-person voting. Plus, how the U.S. is now playing by China's internet rules. And, the rise in women-focused newsrooms. Guests: Axios' Margaret Talev, Scott Rosenberg, and Sara Fischer. Credits: "Axios Today" is produced in partnership with Pushkin Industries. The team includes Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Carol Alderman, Cara Shillenn, Nuria Marquez Martinez, Naomi Shavin and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. Go deeper: Exclusive: Trump stokes fears of election-night mail voting fraud The U.S. is now playing by China's internet rules Women-focused newsrooms rising Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

4 Aug 202010min

This week, Democratic Presidential Candidate Joe Biden is supposed to decide on his pick for a running mate. How he’s selecting her says a lot about how Biden might govern. Plus, how the virtual school year could push retailers even closer to the brink. And, the behind the scenes of the White House’s latest Tik Tok announcement. Guests: Axios' Hans Nichols, Courtenay Brown and Mike Allen. Credits: "Axios Today" is produced in partnership with Pushkin Industries. The team includes Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Carol Alderman, Cara Shillenn, Nuria Marquez Martinez, Naomi Shavin and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. Go deeper: Joe Biden's painstaking path to the VP choice Microsoft moves ahead with talks to buy TikTok after consulting Trump Two NASA astronauts return to Earth after historic SpaceX mission Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

3 Aug 202010min

We know the news reports about the skyrocketing number of coronavirus patients, the shortage of frontline healthcare workers, and the importance of social distancing. Another problem that needs our focus is the emotional toll this pandemic has on all of us. Guests: Axios' Eileen O'Reilly, Providence Holy Cross Medical Center chaplain Kevin Deegan, New York University sociologist Eric Klinenberg. Credits: "Axios Today" is produced in partnership with Pushkin Industries. The team includes Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Carol Alderman, Cara Shillenn, Nuria Marquez Martinez, Naomi Shavin and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. Go Deeper: The risk of loneliness and trauma from COVID-19 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

31 Juli 202011min

The CEOs of four of the most powerful companies in the world testified before Congress yesterday. While the hearing was supposed to be about anti-trust laws, it quickly devolved into a scattered display of partisanship. Plus, our exclusive Axios Harris Poll on the top 100 companies Americans trust most. And, work from home really means work from anywhere - so how about Barbados? Guests: Axios' Ina Fried, Mike Allen, Sara Fischer, and Erica Pandey Credits: "Axios Today" is produced in partnership with Pushkin Industries. The team includes Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Carol Alderman, Cara Shillenn, Nuria Marquez Martinez, Naomi Shavin and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. Go deeper: Tech's major powers face heat during House antitrust hearing The 2020 Axios Harris Poll 100 reputation rankings Work from Barbados Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

30 Juli 202010min

In an exclusive interview, President Trump told Jonathan Swan he never confronted Vladimir Putin about intelligence indicating Russia paid the Taliban to kill U.S. troops. The full interview with President Trump will air on HBO on Monday August 3rd at 11pm. Plus, big tech testifies in front of Congress. And, what to watch after yesterday’s Emmy nominations. Guests: Axios' Jonathan Swan, and Ashley Gold. Credits: "Axios Today" is produced in partnership with Pushkin Industries. The team includes Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Carol Alderman, Cara Shillenn, Nuria Marquez Martinez, Naomi Shavin and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. Go deeper: Exclusive: Trump never raised Taliban bounties with Putin Tech CEOs' task: Don't lose your cool Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

29 Juli 202011min

Thousands of people held protests in at least a dozen American cities this weekend, days after the Trump administration announced it would send more federal agents to Chicago and Albuquerque in an extension of Operation Legend. A month ago protests over the killing of George Floyd had begun to dwindle. Now, they’re back. Plus, how the recession has made our economic divide even greater. Also, Americans are increasingly forming social bubbles. And, what one former marine is doing to prevent veteran suicides. Guests: Oregon Public Broadcasting Conrad Wilson, Axios' Stef Kight, Dion Rabouin, and David Nather. Credits: "Axios Today" is produced in partnership with Pushkin Industries. The team includes Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Carol Alderman, Cara Shillenn, Nuria Marquez Martinez, Naomi Shavin and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. Go deeper: More federal officers deploying to Portland as protests gain momentum (Oregon Public Broadcasting) The two coronavirus realities Axios-Ipsos poll: The rise of coronavirus social bubbles The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (1-800-273-8255) provides 24/7, free and confidential support for anyone in distress, in addition to prevention and crisis resources. Also available for online chat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

28 Juli 202010min

This week, lawmakers in Capitol Hill are trying to piece together the next stimulus package as many benefits like unemployment insurance and forgiving evictions expire. Democrats and Republicans both agree that a new bill is necessary but there's been a lot of back and forth about the specifics. And they're running out of time. Plus, a reality check on the coronavirus vaccine. And, the silver lining for civil rights this year. Guests: Axios' Alayna Treene, Sam Baker, and Sara Fischer. Credits: "Axios Today" is produced in partnership with Pushkin Industries. The team includes Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Carol Alderman, Cara Shillenn, Nuria Marquez Martinez, Naomi Shavin and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. Go deeper: Where coronavirus stimulus talks stand It's not over when the vaccine arrives Underrepresented groups step into the 2020 spotlight Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

27 Juli 202010min

Ideas about the racial wealth gap in America have been around for a long time. The divide is growing even wider, despite education and income. The proposed causes and solutions start to fall apart when you look at the details. Plus, how President Trump is bending the Department of Homeland Security to his will. And, the new artificial intelligence that could be just as groundbreaking as the iPhone. Guests: Axios' Dion Rabouin, Stef Kight and Bryan Walsh. Credits: "Axios Today" is produced in partnership with Pushkin Industries. The team includes Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Carol Alderman, Cara Shillenn, Nuria Marquez Martinez, Naomi Shavin and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. Go deeper: 10 myths about the racial wealth gap Trump bends DHS to his will Meet the AI that can write Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

24 Juli 202011min