The Takeaway

Shutdowns are a Game of Chicken, But Does Anyone Actually Win? 

If no compromise is reached, the political impasse could make this the longest-running government shutdown in American history. 

Future of Chinese Tariffs Uncertain as American Delegation Arrives in Beijing

US Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer has for decades seen China as an existential threat to American prosperity.

How R. Kelly Built an "Ecosystem Around his Predation"

For years in the music and entertainment industry, there’s been an open secret about musician R. Kelly. Everyone knows, but no one wants to talk about it. That may be changing.

Guest:

Roy Meyers

Matt Peterson

dream hampton

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Stuck in Limbo: How the Government Shutdown is Affecting Immigration Courts

Judges, attorneys, and migrants are only a few of the players involved.

Florida Restored Voting Rights to Former Felons, But There's Confusion Over Implementation

More than a million convicted felons should be able to register to vote on Jan. 8 but some lawmakers say legal action is needed.

The Past, Present, and Future of Glossy Women's Magazines 

For decades, glossy covers and pages dense with advice and ads defined mainstream fashion — and also, feminism. But now some of those magazines are folding. 

Puerto Rican Women Are Fighting Back Against Systemic Violence on the Island

Puerto Rico has one of the highest rates of gender-based violence in the world.

Killing of 7-Year-Old Jazmine Barnes Sparks National Response

Two men were arrested over the weekend in connection with the shooting.

Guests:

Amanda Terkel

Gagi Otiasvili

Ashley Tabaddor

Greg Chen

Vanessa de Luca 

Samhita Mukhopadhyay

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Congressman Steny Hoyer from Maryland takes over as Majority leader in the U.S. House of Representatives in the midst of a government shutdown. 

Congressman Hoyer spoke with Amy Walter to discuss the new Congress, President's Trump's demand for border wall funding and the comments of Freshman Congresswoman Rashida Talib who said she wanted to "impeach the motherf----r," referring to the president at an event Thursday night.

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Big Pharma Raises Prescription Prices, Undercutting Trump's Presidential Pledge

With 28 pharmaceutical companies set to raise prices in January, Americans will continue to pay more for prescription medications than any other wealthy country.

Native American Tribes Have Been Left Reeling by the Government Shutdown

Many tribal governments rely on federal dollars to pay police officers or to run schools and hospitals.

Netflix Pulls Episode of Hasan Minhaj's Show in Saudi Arabia, Highlighting Global Tech Trend

Responding to a complaint from the Saudi government, Netflix removed an episode of "Patriot Act with Hasan Minhaj," a form of censorship that frequently plays out across the world.

Netflix Will Produce its First-Ever Original Series in Africa

This is significant, not just for opening up streaming business in Africa, but for its cultural impact.

Guests:

Zach Carter 

Craig Garthwaite

Russell Begaye

Aaron Payment

Jillian York

Lynsey Chutel

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Inside the Big Business of Migrant Detention

A new investigation shows just how lucrative the big business of immigration detention is for private prisons.

For Americans Over 50, Losing Work Can Mean Financial Ruin

A new analysis says more than half of U.S. workers over 50 get pushed out of their longtime jobs, and often suffer permanent financial setbacks.

NASA Space Probe Makes History, Flying Past the Farthest Object Humanity Has Reached

The New Horizons space probe flew by a tiny space rock called MU69 — the farthest object humanity has flown by.

The State of Roe v. Wade

Now, just about two years into the Trump presidency, Trump has appointed two Supreme Court judges known for their anti-abortion stances.

Guests:

Spencer Ackerman

Richard Johnson

Emily Rice

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Today, on a special New Year's day edition of The Takeaway we’ll look at what 2019 has in store when it comes to some of the biggest issues affecting our country and our world—everything from climate change to domestic politics to U.S. foreign policy.

Guests:

Sarah Wildman is a deputy editor at Foreign Policy magazine and host of the First Person podcast.

Kendra Pierre-Louis is a climate reporter for The New York Times.

Vann R. Newkirk II is a staff writer for The Atlantic who covers politics.

We'll also look back at some of our favorite segments from 2018.

Guests:

Morgan Neville is the director of “Won’t You Be My Neighbor,” a documentary on Fred Rogers that was released in 2018.

Arlan Hamilton is a venture capitalist and founder of Backstage Capital.

Gloria Steinem is a feminist writer and activist.

DeRay Mckesson is a civil rights activist and the author of “On the Other Side of Freedom: The Case for Hope.”

The Ongoing 'Humanitarian Crisis' on the Border, and the Community in El Paso Rallying To Help

More than 2,000 migrants have been released from federal custody into El Paso in the last week.

U.S. Strategy Against ISIS and the Future of the Caliphate 

Rukmini Callimachi discusses American strategy against ISIS and what we know about the strength and organization of the group as we head into 2019.

Dear Oscar Grant, 10 Years Later

Oscar Grant was shot and killed on January 1, 2009 by a police officer as he lay on the ground. Ten years later, KQED is gathering messages about what Oscar has meant to people. 

2018 Brings #MeToo Laws Nationwide

Across the country, #MeToo has moved from a hashtag to the basis for new laws to combat sexual misconduct.

Guests:

Bob Moore 

Dylan Corbett

Rukmini Callimachi 

Pendarvis Harshaw

Maya Raghu

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As Distrust Grows, Who's Going to Lead? 

An hour-long look on American leadership begins with a look at just how dire the leadership and trust crisis is, and the historical analogies. 

How Grassroots Leadership is Changing America

As trust in national leadership wanes, local leaders are filling the void, says one activist. 

Jelani Cobb on Shifting Leadership Voices

Conversations about race are perhaps more honest than they have been in decades, but how does talk translate to a shift in behavior?

The State of Conservative Leadership

While the party has more power than ever, conservatives still question the leadership of the party, and who's in charge. 

Katie Couric on Americans Distrust in Mainstream Media

One institution that Americans have really lost faith in - the media. But journalism is crucial for our democracy. So how do we fix this?

Guests: 

Jelani Cobb

Ramesh Ponnuru

Eric Liu

Katie Couric

Note: This episode originally aired on July 6, 2018.

Wild Swings on Wall Street Have Economists Worried About Recession

The stock market is not the economy, and the economy is not the stock market. Yet the recent volatility is a troubling sign.

How Pediatricians Hope to Stop More Child Deaths on US-Mexico Border

Pediatrics professor Dr. Marsha Griffin has researched conditions in federal custody along the border.

By the Book on the Advice to Keep and the Advice to Ditch for the New Year

Kristen and Jolenta share the advice that's stuck with them, and the advice they've ignored over the past year. 

Guests:

Chris Farrell

Campbell Harvey 

Dr. Marsha Griffin

Jolenta Greenberg 

Kristen Meinzer

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New Report Says the VA Underspent on Suicide Prevention Outreach

A new report just out from the Government Accountability Office says the VA has failed on a massive scale to address the problem of veteran suicide.

Medical Foster Homes Can Be an Option for Elderly Veterans, But The VA Won’t Pay for Them

If the bill passes, more than 328,000 veterans in the first year might be able to take advantage of medical foster homes.

Utah Prepares to Roll Out Toughest DUI Law in the Nation

Nationally, over the past 5 years, an average of 300 people died in drunk driving crashes in the week between Christmas and New Year alone. 

What You Need To Know About The Fed's Increase and Your Housing Options

Last week, the Federal Reserve announced an increase in interest rates to a range of 2.25 to 2.5 percent.

Guests:

Dave Philipps

Kristofer Goldsmith 

Carson Frame

Dr. Barron Lerner

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