Protests and upsets at the World Cup

The week in politics saw new leadership in Congress, legislation on same-sex marriage and Senate passage of a bill to prevent a national rail strike. Axios' Margaret Talev rounds up the big politics news with our weekly State of Play. Plus, the UN warns of a global food crisis. And, the post-pandemic decline of Six Flags. Guests: Axios' Margaret Talev, Michael Mooney and Gro Intelligence's Sara Menker. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Lydia McMullen-Laird, Amy Pedulla, 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: Senate passes legislation to avert nationwide rail strike Watch: The future of global food security The rapid decline of Six Flags Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

2 Dec 202211min

President Biden is holding his first state dinner Thursday night at the White House, to welcome French President Emmanuel Macron. But more than a time to wine and dine, the visit will be an opportunity for the two presidents to discuss a number of critical issues. Plus, promising results for a new Alzheimer’s drug. And, how Boomers are making inflation worse. Guests: Axios' Dave Lawler, Neil Irwin, and Oriana González. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Robin Linn, Amy Pedulla, 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: Biden to host France's Macron for first state visit of his admin How an aging population makes inflation worse New Alzheimer's drug faces uncertain regulatory path Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

1 Dec 202212min

Title 42 -- the Trump-era public health policy that allows the U.S. to turn migrants away at the border -- is set to end shortly before Christmas. Now, Axios has learned that the Biden administration is considering some drastic measures to replace it. Plus, Democrats could change which states go first in the 2024 presidential primaries. And, a big U.S. win at the World Cup. Guests: Axios' Stef Kight and Josh Kraushaar. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Lydia McMullen-Laird, Amy Pedulla, 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: Scoop: Biden administration eyes border overhaul as Title 42 ends Democrats prepare for primary calendar shakeup U.S. beats Iran and advances to World Cup round of 16 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

30 Nov 202211min

Protests are erupting across China, as public outrage grows over COVID lockdown restrictions. Chinese protesters are asking the government to lift its zero-COVID policy, and are calling for President Xi Jinping's resignation. Plus, what’s next for student loan forgiveness. And, early voting begins in Georgia’s runoff Senate race. Guests: Axios' Bethany Allen-Ebrahimian and The Washington Post's Danielle Douglas-Gabriel. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, 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: China's COVID frustration boils over, protestors call for Xi to resign China's COVID storm Student loan-payment freeze extended as courts weigh debt relief Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

28 Nov 202211min

Thanksgiving is a time for us to stop and appreciate what's good. We know there's a lot of tough news in the world, which is why we think it's important to take some time to celebrate what we're grateful for. So as you're preparing your turkey, or traveling or just out for your regular morning walk, here's a special Axios Today episode and a little moment of gratitude for all of you this Thanksgiving. Guests: Axios Today team and listeners Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Lydia McMullen-Laird, Amy Pedulla 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

24 Nov 20225min

A U.S. rail strike could hit as soon as December, and just about every part of the economy would feel it. An influential railroad worker union this week rejected a deal that President Biden had brokered back in September, making a strike once again look possible. And this time, it comes just as the holidays are upon us. And, student loan borrowers get another extension. Plus, reframing tomorrow as Thankstaking. Guests: Axios' Emily Peck and Russell Contreras. Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Lydia McMullen-Laird, 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: Railroad strike looms over holidays after major union rejects deal The rise of Thankstaking Student loan repayment pause extended through June 2023 by White House Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

23 Nov 202211min

In the last week, hashtags like #RIPTwitter and #TwitterDown were trending on the platform. The app continues to experience technical glitches under Elon Musk’s new regime, and it looks like more users are fleeing the site because of security concerns. Plus, Americans plan their holidays as respiratory viruses surge. And, a World Cup team protest. Guests: Axios' Sara Fischer and Adriel Bettelheim Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Alexandra Botti, Lydia McMullen-Laird, Amy Pedulla 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. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

22 Nov 202211min