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July 06, 2020Tucker and Trump's culture war
In recent weeks, President Trump's rhetoric has become increasingly dark and reminiscent of his "American carnage" inauguration speech. The upcoming election has put a focus on his claims of a "left-wing culture war," the same language that Fox News host Tucker Carlson uses in his monologues.
Plus, what's driving Washington Redskins owner Dan Snyder to reconsider his remarks that he'd "never change the name ... it's that simple. NEVER."
And, the retail apocalypse has led to a new trend - buying online and picking up in store. Call it BOPIS.
Guests: Axios' Jonathan Swan, Mike Allen and Jennifer Kingson
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. We can be contacted by email at [email protected].

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Trump's Tucker mind-meld
Redskins expected to change mascot by September
11 min
July 03, 2020Extinction-level crisis of local news
For this Independence Day, we’re dedicating this special episode to journalism and the role it plays in our democracy.
Journalism is in danger. It’s under attack and distrusted by many. Tens of thousands of journalists are out of work mostly in local news, where trust is highest.

Guests: Axios' Sara Fischer, The Oaklandside's Tasneem Raja, Knight Chair in Journalism and Digital Media Economics Penelope Muse Abernathy

Credits: "Axios Today" is produced in partnership with Pushkin Industries. The team includes Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Carol Alderman, Cara Shillenn, Naomi Shavin, Nuria Marquez Martinez and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at [email protected].

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Pledges to save local news are growing.
The Oaklandside
News deserts and ghost newspapers: Will local newspapers survive?
12 min
July 02, 2020The race to replace nursing homes
Elderly people in nursing homes make up 45% of COVID-19 related deaths in the U.S. Nursing home alternatives have been on the rise for the last decade, but the pandemic has made those alternatives more urgent.
Plus, the U.K. offers to protect the freedoms of Hong Kongers, as China arrested protesters under a new security law.
And, a new survey by Pew Research Center shows a portion of Americans believe conspiracy theories and other false information about the coronavirus pandemic.
Guests: Axios' Kim Hart, Dave Lawler 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, Naomi Shavin, Nuria Marquez Martinez and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at [email protected].

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Replacing the nursing home
U.K. offers citizenship path to Hong Kongers due to China's security law
12 min
July 01, 2020The new stimulus fight
The first stimulus package was a lifeline for millions of Americans. The beginning of July means we've got just a few more weeks before all those benefits expire.
Unlike when the first bill passed in March, Congress is divided on whether people need another stimulus.
Plus, shake-ups on the Trump campaign rattle an already chaotic White House.
And, new data shows more inland homes are at risk of flooding than expected.
Guests: Axios' Dion Rabouin, Mike Allen, and Amy Harder.

Credits: "Axios Today" is produced in partnership with Pushkin Industries. The team includes Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Carol Alderman, Cara Shillenn, Naomi Shavin, Nuria Marquez Martinez and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at [email protected].

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Scoop: Kushner changes top Trump campaign staff
Millions more homes face flood risk than previously thought
Coronavirus bankrupts Cirque du Soleil
12 min
June 30, 2020No solution in sight for child care
Almost 40% of our workforce is made up of working parents. It's been a huge struggle to juggle homeschooling and work in the middle of a pandemic — and it's likely going to get worse. Though many workplaces could reopen this fall, many K-12 schools aren’t.
Plus, China secretly passed a new law on Tuesday that gives it broad power over Hong Kong and and democratic freedoms that citizens have fought Beijing to maintain.
And, conservative U.S. Supreme Court justices have sided with their liberal counterparts on three important cases for Trump's agenda.
Guests: Axios' Erica Pandey, Bethany Allen-Ebrahimian 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, Naomi Shavin, Nuria Marquez Martinez and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at [email protected].

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The coming childcare crisis
Millions more homes face flood risk than previously thought
Supreme Court strikes down Louisiana abortion law
Indian government bans 59 Chinese-owned apps, including TikTok
12 min
June 29, 2020The end of cash
The coronavirus pandemic has accelerated our cashless society and deepened the divide between those who depend on it and those who now live mostly without it.
Plus, President Trump's doubling down on messaging to his base at the exclusion of the broader country spells trouble for him in November.
And, the pandemic is causing colleges to cut their sports programs. It's also put pressure on the NCAA to re-examine its reliance on sports for revenue.
Guests: Axios' Jennifer Kingson, Mike Allen and Kendall Baker.

Credits: "Axios Today" is produced in partnership with Pushkin Industries. The team includes Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Carol Alderman, Cara Shillenn, Naomi Shavin, Nuria Marquez Martinez and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at [email protected].

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The (near) cashless society arrives
Universities cut sports teams, as they struggle with coronavirus fallout
Trump's superpower turns to kryptonite
11 min
June 26, 2020The call for corporate reparations
For years, some Democrats and Black leaders have called for reparations from the U.S. government for slavery. Axios business reporter Courtenay Brown says reparations may move faster in the private sector, where some corporations are trying to make amends.
Plus, our new beer barometer tells us how much people are going out to bars and restaurants during the pandemic.
And White House editor Margaret Talev tells us what to expect in the upcoming primaries after watching mayhem in Kentucky.
Guests: Axios' Courtenay Brown, Hans Nichols, and Margaret Talev.

Credits: "Axios Today" is produced in partnership with Pushkin Industries. The team includes Niala Boodhoo, Sara Kehaulani Goo, Carol Alderman, Cara Shillenn, Naomi Shavin, Nuria Marquez Martinez and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at [email protected].

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The beer barometer and the reopening of America
A small star not far from Earth may host a planet suitable for life
Corporations grapple with slavery reparations
12 min
June 25, 2020The uncertain shape of the recovery
The consensus among economists is that the U.S. recovery will most likely be something in between a V and a W — a sharp drop, a relatively small bounce back, and then a long period of slow growth.
Time to pay attention again: The coronavirus surge is real, and it's everywhere in the United States.
And Axios co-founder Mike Allen tells us what to expect at the virtual Democratic National Convention in Milwaukee.
Guests: Axios' Felix Salmon, Sam Baker, 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, Naomi Shavin, Nuria Marquez Martinez and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at [email protected].

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The coronavirus surge is real, and it's everywhere
Biden to accept nomination at pared-down Milwaukee convention
12 min
June 24, 2020The jobs that won't come back
In February, the U.S. job market was at a 60 year peak. Now, months into a pandemic and an economic recession, many of the job losses are more permanent than previously thought. The pandemic will shift what kinds of work will be available and the skills required to do it.
Plus, why Axios and other news organizations are now capitalizing the "B" in Black when referring to people, or communities who identify as Black.
Why wearing a mask is now less about the risk of getting infected and more about our views about the best way of getting back to "normal life.'
And, Major League Baseball is officially happening this summer. Just 60 games, no public crowds and many details still to be sorted out. Start date will be July 23 or 24.

Guests: Axios' Erica Pandey, Sara Kehaulani Goo, 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, Naomi Shavin, Nuria Marquez Martinez and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at [email protected].
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How the pandemic will reshape the job market
COVID-19 sweeps the South
12 min
June 23, 2020The new race-conscious media diet
In the past few weeks, bestseller lists and streaming platforms have been full of books, shows and songs about racism in America. As demand for this type of content grows, streaming companies are featuring more prominently — and it could have a lasting impact.
Plus, how PresidentTrump is using the coronavirus pandemic to push his immigration agenda.
And Axios co-founder Mike Allen shares a new poll showing how college students feel about going back to school and partying during the pandemic.
Plus, how President Trump is using the coronavirus pandemic to push his immigration agenda.
And Axios co-founder Mike Allen shares a new poll showing how college students feel about going back to school and partying during the pandemic.
Guests: Axios' Sara Fischer, Stef Kight 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, Naomi Shavin, Nuria Marquez Martinez and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. At Pushkin, our executive producers are Leital Molad and Jacob Weisberg.. You can reach us at [email protected].
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America's must reads: The nation studies its flaws
Trump to expand coronavirus-related immigration restrictions
13 min

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