The Takeaway

Theresa May's Brexit Strategy Suffers Last Minute Defeat

Prime Minister May's decision to postpone a parliamentary vote spells further uncertainty for the global economy.

What Cyntoia Brown's Case Reveals About Juvenile Justice in America

Cyntoia Brown was a 16-year-old trafficking victim when she shot and killed a man who solicited her for sex. She must serve 51 years in prison for her crime. Is that justice?

46 Cambodians are Set to be Deported from California. Will Governor Jerry Brown Intervene?

Cambodians have been deported under every administration since 2003, but there’s been an uptick under the Trump Administration.

Guests:

Gillian Tett 

Andrew Marshall

Marsha Levick

Jeree Thomas

Anoop Prasad

Katya Cengel

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Mueller Investigation and Cabinet Shakeups: A Pulse Check on Trump's Administration

As 2018 nears its end, we check in on the latest with the Trump Administration.

'My Worst Nightmare': Black Gun Owners React to Killing of Emantic Bradford

Following the killing of Emantic Bradford Jr. in Alabama, Black gun owners are weighing the risks and challenges of owning firearms in America.

'Change Starts With a Small Step': Why One Teacher Brought Kindness to His Classroom 

Seventh grade Language Arts teacher Justin Parmenter launched a program worthy of the recognition of our series, America the Kind. 

Guests:

Jessica Roth

Annie Karni

Reverend Kenn Blanchard

Ainsley Reynolds

Justin Parmenter

Daelyn Brown

Elaina Grady

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In this hour, we take a look at the creation of Immigration and Customs Enforcement and how in just fifteen years it’s gone from an agency with wide bipartisan support to a political lightning rod. We’ll hear from a man who has been detained at Bergen County Jail for nearly a year. We’ll talk to people who work at a non-profit organization where ICE had an informant. Plus a retired agent with the Immigration and Naturalization Service explains why he thinks border security should be a priority and ICE needs more resources to do its job. 

Guests:

Eric Jurek is a 38-year-old Slovakian immigrant who has been detained in Bergen County jail for about a year for overstaying his visa.

Dr. Aviva Chomsky, a Professor of History and coordinator of Latin American Studies at Salem State University and author of Undocumented: How Immigration Became Illegal

Enrique Balcazar, an advocate for Migrant Justice 

Will Lambek, Communications Director for Migrant Justice

Stiven Lopez-Bender

Michael Cutler, a retired Senior Special Agent of the former INS

Dara Lind, Vox Senior reporter

Cameron Easley, Editor for Washington at Morning Consult

You can connect with The Takeaway on Twitter, Facebook, or on our show page at TheTakeaway.org.

US Prosecutors Place Charges in Panama Papers Probe

It was the biggest leak in history. And it showed us how rich people hide their money.

What Regulations Are Keeping Civilian Drones in Check?

Following our earlier coverage from the week, we look at the various efforts to increase drone enforcement.

From Neighbor to Parking Angel to Friend

Parking in the Koreatown neighborhood of Los Angeles is a nightmare. But for two neighbors, a note on left on a door has eased the headaches. 

Sacramento Reduces Black Infant Deaths Through Education

After decades of black babies dying at twice the rate of other racial groups in Sacramento, a new report finds a 45 percent decrease in black infant deaths between 2013 and 2016.

Guests:

Eryn Schornick

Will Fitzgibbon

Alan Levin

Danai Pointer

Kelly Sharbaugh

Chet Hewitt

You can connect with The Takeaway on Twitter, Facebook, or on our show page at TheTakeaway.org.

How We Say Goodbye: Presidential Funerals and Moments of Unity

Presidential funerals — and the eulogies delivered at them — have made for memorable moments in the nation’s history, and have been used to call for unity in divisive times.

Wisconsin and Michigan: What Do They Tell Us About the Democratic Process?

Before the incoming Democratic governors take their seats, Republicans are rushing to pass legislation.

How Wisconsin Fails its Black Residents

By many measures, Wisconsin is one the worst places for black Americans to live.

Guests:

Professor Barbara Perry

Louis Picone

Tara Golshan

Ester Fuchs

Angela Lang

Dr. Alex Gee

You can connect with The Takeaway on Twitter, Facebook, or on our show page at TheTakeaway.org.

How We Say Goodbye: Presidential Funerals and Moments of Unity

Presidential funerals — and the eulogies delivered at them — have made for memorable moments in the nation’s history, and have been used to call for unity in divisive times.

Wisconsin and Michigan: What Do They Tell Us About the Democratic Process?

Before the incoming Democratic governors take their seats, Republicans are rushing to pass legislation.

How Wisconsin Fails its Black Residents

By many measures, Wisconsin is one the worst places for black Americans to live.

Guests:

Professor Barbara Perry

Louis Picone

Tara Golshan

Ester Fuchs

Angela Lang

Dr. Alex Gee

You can connect with The Takeaway on Twitter, Facebook, or on our show page at TheTakeaway.org.

North Carolina Launches Investigation into Possible Election Fraud

A Republican victory is in limbo as an investigation is launched in North Carolina to determine whether hundreds of absentee ballots were illegally cast or destroyed. 

France on the Brink: Anti-Fuel Tax Protests Shake the Country

The demonstrations may be a symptom of larger social discontent and anger towards President Macron.

Long After the Flames, Smoke From Wildfires Pose Health Dangers

A new investigation by Reveal and the Center for Investigating Reporting suggests that wildfires are leaving behind profound health concerns for people in the state.  

Why Is Cervical Cancer Killing So Many Black Women in the South?

In Alabama, black women are dying of cervical cancer at more than twice the national average. And this trend only seems to be increasing.

Creepy or Innovative? Privacy or Convenience? It's Time to Talk About Civilian Drones

While there are many convenient uses for civilian drones, what are the potential dangers?

Guests:

Steve Harrison

Michael Bitzer

Sofia Fischer

Dr. Francesca Dominici

Aaron Glantz

Kelly Flannery

Dr. Evelyn Reynolds

Vivek Wadwah

You can connect with The Takeaway on Twitter, Facebook, or on our show page at TheTakeaway.org.

North Carolina Launches Investigation into Possible Election Fraud

A Republican victory is in limbo as an investigation is launched in North Carolina to determine whether hundreds of absentee ballots were illegally cast or destroyed. 

France on the Brink: Anti-Fuel Tax Protests Shake the Country

The demonstrations may be a symptom of larger social discontent and anger towards President Macron.

Long After the Flames, Smoke From Wildfires Pose Health Dangers

A new investigation by Reveal and the Center for Investigating Reporting suggests that wildfires are leaving behind profound health concerns for people in the state.  

Why Is Cervical Cancer Killing So Many Black Women in the South?

In Alabama, black women are dying of cervical cancer at more than twice the national average. And this trend only seems to be increasing.

Creepy or Innovative? Privacy or Convenience? It's Time to Talk About Civilian Drones

While there are many convenient uses for civilian drones, what are the potential dangers?

Guests:

Steve Harrison

Michael Bitzer

Sofia Fischer

Dr. Francesca Dominici

Aaron Glantz

Kelly Flannery

Dr. Evelyn Reynolds

Vivek Wadwah

You can connect with The Takeaway on Twitter, Facebook, or on our show page at TheTakeaway.org.

When Police Officers Commit Crimes, How Frequently Are They Punished?

And what will it take for the culture within police departments to change?

The Big Business of Detaining Migrant Children

A report published over the weekend in The New York Times details how non-profit organization Southwest Key has made millions detaining migrant children for the federal government. 

What Happened at the G-20 Summit?

The U.S. stood out for standing its ground on pulling out of the Paris Climate Agreement.

How Cashless Businesses Hurt Low-Income Americans

A New York City Councilmember proposed new legislation to require businesses to accept cash, saying that the recent wave of cashless businesses excludes low-income consumers.

Healing Conversations at the Gym Lead to an Unlikely Friendship

For the first story in our series "America the Kind," we hear from a retiree going through a terrible loss who found solace in regular conversations with the receptionist at his gym. 

Guests:

Phil Stinson

Kim Barker

Alex Lawson

Malo Andre Hutson

Elton Follett

Jen Taylor

You can connect with The Takeaway on Twitter, Facebook, or on our show page at TheTakeaway.org.

The military budget is at its highest level since World War II, but where exactly does all that money go and what wars are we even fighting these days? In this episode, Amy Walter finds out how much is being spent and how the money aligns with the military's strategic goals for the future of warfare. Plus, a look at how active duty service members feel about their commander-in-chief. And one retired colonel raises concerns about the way President Trump is politicizing the military. 

Guests:

Staff Sergeant Patricia King

Ambassador Eric Edelman

Dave Lindorff, an investigative reporter and a contributor to The Nation

Meghann Myers, a Senior Reporter for Army Times

Neta C. Crawford, Professor of Political Science, Boston University and co-director of the Costs of War Project at Brown University

Dr. Isaiah Wilson III, a retired Army colonel, and a senior lecturer with Yale University’s Jackson Institute for Global Affairs

Note: Mark Skidmore reached out directly to us to clarify his position: "My opinion is that the reports from the Office of the Inspector General (OIG) are too vague to draw any conclusions and we need access to the underlying data. I am unable to determine whether these massive adjustments are "plugs" or potentially large amounts of money flowing in and out of the DOD financial system. For reasons described here, I do not dismiss the possibility that these unverified transactions could represent more than made up numbers or plugs."

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