The era of over-the-top weddings is upon us
It's wedding season and small pandemic weddings are in the rear-view mirror, replaced by splashy, pricey affairs. Plus, the Senate passes the debt limit bill. What does the deal say about future fights in Washington? And, do you get support from your employer when it comes to menopause? Guests: Axios' Hans Nichols and Erica Pandey. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Alexandra Botti, Fonda Mwangi and Alex Sugiura. 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: After debt ceiling vote, McCarthy takes a victory lap The era of over-the-top weddings The menopause gap at work Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2 Juni 202312min
Corporate America’s commitment to Pride is under new scrutiny
Pride month is here and chances are if you are out shopping you will see Pride decorated clothing, food, home decor and more. This, of course, is not new. But, these corporate Pride tie-ins are under more scrutiny. Plus, using Apple AirTags to track car thieves. And, what makes this NBA finals matchup so special. Guests: Axios' Nathan Bomey, Russell Contreras and Jeff Tracy. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Alexandra Botti, Fonda Mwangi, Lydia McMullen-Laird, Robin Linn and Alex Sugiura. 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: Corporate America's commitment to Pride Month under scrutiny AirTags track car thieves — but you don't have to Heat, Panthers can make history with title wins House passes bill to raise debt ceiling into 2025 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1 Juni 202311min
Who's to blame for foodborne illness outbreaks
Sick workers contribute to 40% of foodborne illness outbreaks at restaurants and food chains in the U.S., according to new data from the CDC, and some experts say corporate policies around employee health need to change. 30 years since E. coli came into the public consciousness, have things improved? Plus, Moscow is the target of a major drone attack. Guests: Axios' Dave Lawler, and Northeastern University's Dr. Darin Detwiler. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Alexandra Botti, Fonda Mwangi, Lydia McMullen-Laird and Alex Sugiura. 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: Sick workers tied to 40% of restaurant food poisoning outbreaks, CDC says CDC report Moscow targeted in major drone attack Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
31 Maj 202311min
Parties come together to avert U.S. debt crisis
President Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy reached a debt ceiling deal over the weekend. Now, its up to Congress to vote for the bill and avoid a catastrophic default. Plus, a backlog of migrants builds on the Mexican side of the Southern border. And, Turkish President Erdoğan secures five more years in power. Guests: Axios' Hans Nichols and Stef Kight. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Margaret Talev, Alexandra Botti, Fonda Mwangi, Robin Linn, Lydia McMullen-Laird and Alex Sugiura. 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: Inside Biden’s relentless soft-sell on the debt ceiling bill Turkey's President Erdoğan wins re-election Mexico's border crisis: What the U.S. doesn't see "The Little Mermaid" makes a splash at Memorial Day weekend box office Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
30 Maj 202312min
What debt default would mean for the nation's credit rating
We are getting closer to June 1, the date Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen warns the U.S. will run out of money to pay its bills. And there’s still no clear resolution in sight. What does the risk of a default mean for the U.S. government’s credit rating...and reputation? Plus, how working mothers in the U.S. defied expectations. And, the not-so-sweet news about artificial sweeteners. Guests: Axios' Matt Phillips and Carly Mallenbaum. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Emily Peck, Alexandra Botti, Fonda Mwangi, Robin Linn and Alex Sugiura. 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 the credit rating agencies are saying about the U.S. Sorry, stevia: Artificial sweeteners get more bad PR Return of working moms defies pandemic expectations Soon, you can customize your ketchup Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
26 Maj 202311min
A bumpy campaign launch for Ron DeSantis
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis launched his 2024 presidential campaign via Twitter Spaces on Wednesday evening. Elon Musk's event was plagued by technical glitches and delays. Plus, how a government app is affecting the war in Ukraine. Remembering George Floyd on the 3rd anniversary of his murder. And, the world says goodbye to Tina Turner. Guests: Axios' Alex Thompson and Dave Lawler, journalist Robert Samuels. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Emily Peck, Alexandra Botti, Fonda Mwangi, Lydia McMullen-Laird, Robin Linn and Alex Sugiura. 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: Ron DeSantis declares 2024 candidacy in glitchy Twitter Spaces event Trump campaign ad takes aim at DeSantis after governor enters 2024 race His Name is George Floyd co-author Robert Samuels Tina Turner, Magnetic Singer of Explosive Power, Is Dead at 83 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
25 Maj 202312min
Mental health support for Uvalde, one year later
It's been one year since 19 children and two teachers were killed in a mass shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas. In the lead-up to the anniversary, community members have been seeking mental health help. Plus, LA's controversial plan to protect bus riders from the heat. Guests: Axios' Madalyn Mendoza and journalist Sam Bloch. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Emily Peck, Alexandra Botti, Fonda Mwangi, Lydia McMullen-Laird and Alex Sugiura. 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: Mental health help on standby for Uvalde a year after shooting Remembering Uvalde children's joy one year after shooting Meet “La Sombrita,” the Shade Structure That Only Attracts More Heat Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
24 Maj 202312min
Civil rights groups warn travelers away from Florida
The NAACP issued a formal travel advisory for Florida, warning people against going there, alongside the LGBTQ advocacy group, Equality Florida. A number of Pride events across the state have also been canceled. Plus, Americans are flocking to stable, patriotic brands. And, a deal to dramatically cut water usage from the Colorado River. Guests: Axios' Margaret Talev and Sara Fischer; and The Washington Post's Hannah Sampson. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Alexandra Botti, Fonda Mwangi, Lydia McMullen-Laird, Robin Linn and Alex Sugiura. 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: Florida Pride organizers cancel events, warn of "climate of fear" 3 states agree to historic Colorado River water cuts EU fines Meta $1.3 billion for sending European user data to U.S. Axios Harris Poll 100: Year of the tarnished titans Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
23 Maj 202312min
