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Your daily dose of clarity in a noisy world. Every day, we break down the biggest news stories — fast, factual, and easy to understand. Whether it’s global headlines, politics, tech, or culture, we gi... more
FAQs about Today Explains:How many episodes does Today Explains have?The podcast currently has 207 episodes available.
November 25, 2025Health care subsidies shouldnt be extended without serious reformProponents of this view point to the high cost of the subsidies, with the Congressional Budget Office (CBO) estimating that a permanent extension would increase the deficit by roughly $350 billion over ten years. This argument is central to the current debate over the extension of the Affordable Care Act's (ACA) enhanced premium tax credits, which are set to expire at the end of 2025. Don’t miss our latest episodes! Please follow me to stay updates with fresh news everyday. Let’s keep the support this podcast to stay updates news everyday....more9minPlay
November 24, 2025Fighting the spread of communism Tension rises between U.S. and VenezuelaTensions are high between the United States and Venezuela, with the U.S. increasing its military presence in the Caribbean. While the U.S. government's stated goal is to combat drug trafficking, the broader context of the Venezuelan government's political alignment and alleged human rights abuses has led to speculation about a focus on the country's socialist/communist government. Don’t miss our latest episodes! Please follow me to stay updates with fresh news everyday. Let’s keep the support this podcast to stay updates news everyday....more5minPlay
November 24, 2025'This kind of rhetoric sparks military coups' Ben FergusonSix Democratic U.S. representatives who are also military veterans released a video reminding service members of their obligation to not follow illegal orders, implying that some orders from then-President Trump might be unlawful.Don’t miss our latest episodes! Please follow me to stay updates with fresh news everyday. Let’s keep the support this podcast to stay updates news everyday....more6minPlay
November 24, 2025'Crazy' that blue states don't want working families to have tax reliefDiscussions around tax relief and which states are supportive involve the federal State and Local Tax (SALT) deduction. In the past, Democrats from high-tax "blue states" have pushed for the removal of the SALT cap, arguing it hurts middle-class families in their districts. Some Republicans have accused Democrats of opposing tax relief for working families. Meanwhile, some Democrats have countered that Republican-led tax laws primarily benefit the wealthy, and have accused the GOP of prioritizing tax breaks for billionaires over working families. The debate has a political dimension, with different interpretations of who benefits from tax changes.Don’t miss our latest episodes! Please follow me to stay updates with fresh news everyday. Let’s keep the support this podcast to stay updates news everyday....more7minPlay
November 23, 2025Family, former presidents and VPs honor Dick Cheney at his funeralFormer Vice President Dick Cheney, who passed away on November 3, 2025, was honored at a funeral service on November 20 at the Washington National Cathedral. The bipartisan service was attended by numerous prominent figures, including two former presidents and all five living former vice presidents. The service was marked by a rare display of political unity, with rivals gathering to pay their respects to Cheney, a deeply influential and polarizing figure in American politics. Don’t miss our latest episodes! Please follow me to stay updates with fresh news everyday. Let’s keep the support this podcast to stay updates news everyday....more11minPlay
November 23, 2025President Trump vs Mayor-elect Mamdani 'Harry Enten runs the numbers'Data analyst Harry Enten discussed a surprising White House meeting between President Donald Trump and New York City Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani. Enten's analysis focused on how both politicians, despite their ideological differences, successfully leveraged voter concerns over affordability and the economy to win their respective elections. He then "ran the numbers" comparing their post-election popularity, highlighting Trump's recent struggles on inflation.Don’t miss our latest episodes! Please follow me to stay updates with fresh news everyday. Let’s keep the support this podcast to stay updates news everyday....more9minPlay
November 23, 2025Media speaks to Indiana mom who gave birth on the side of road after hospital discharged herAn Indiana mom named Mercedes Wells, who was discharged from Franciscan Health Crown Point hospital while in active labor, gave birth in her husband's truck just eight minutes later on the side of a road. Following the incident, the hospital has apologized and fired the doctor and nurse involved. Wells has since spoken to various media outlets about the traumatic experience. Don’t miss our latest episodes! Please follow me to stay updates with fresh news everyday. Let’s keep the support this podcast to stay updates news everyday....more10minPlay
November 22, 2025F1 returns to Las Vegas as city hopes to jumpstart tourismLas Vegas is hoping that the Formula 1 (F1) Grand Prix will be a stabilizing force to boost visitor numbers. The race, which takes place in November and is now in its third year, is expected to bring a substantial economic impact, though not as high as the first year. Don’t miss our latest episodes! Please follow me to stay updates with fresh news everyday. Let’s keep the support this podcast to stay updates news everyday....more8minPlay
November 22, 2025Federal guidelines to require car companies to use female crash test dummiesThe U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) have unveiled a new advanced female-modeled crash test dummy and are working towards federal guidelines to require car companies to use it. This move is intended to close decades of safety gaps, as previous tests primarily used a dummy based on a 1970s male physique. Don’t miss our latest episodes! Please follow me to stay updates with fresh news everyday. Let’s keep the support this podcast to stay updates news everyday....more6minPlay
November 22, 2025Columnist 'Trump administration really goes for the easiest people'The columnist who stated that the 'Trump administration really goes for the easiest people' is Gustavo Arellano, a columnist for the Los Angeles Times. In his commentary, Arellano discussed his reporting on U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) operations that were targeting the car wash industry. The quote refers to the administration's perceived focus on pursuing vulnerable or easily targeted individuals and businesses in its enforcement actions, as opposed to potentially more significant targets.Don’t miss our latest episodes! Please follow me to stay updates with fresh news everyday. Let’s keep the support this podcast to stay updates news everyday....more6minPlay
FAQs about Today Explains:How many episodes does Today Explains have?The podcast currently has 207 episodes available.