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The DailySubscribe: The Election That Will Define Israel’s Future Israelis on both sides of the political spectrum see next week’s vote as the most consequential in their country’s history. Back to The Daily Previous More episodes ofThe Daily October 16, 2026 • 30:08MAGA’s Midterm Defectors October 9, 2026 • 28:27Why France Is in Crisis Next Oct. 22, 2026, 6:00 a.m. ET Israelis head to the polls next week.
When A.I. Comes for Your Purpose in Life
When A.I. Comes for Your Purpose in Life - The New York Times
The Israeli Film Directors Pushing for a Reckoning in Their Home Country
The DailySubscribe: The Israeli Film Directors Pushing for a Reckoning in Their Home Country Our interview with the directors of “NAZA.” Back to The Daily Previous More episodes ofThe Daily October 11, 2026Celine Dion’s Triumphant Return to the Stage October 9, 2026 • 28:27Why France Is in Crisis October 6, 2026 • 29:38Call My A.I. Agent Next Oct.
A Failed Execution and the Future of the Death Penalty
The DailySubscribe: A Failed Execution and the Future of the Death Penalty Tennessee paused executions after Christa Pike survived two doses of a lethal injection. Back to The Daily Previous More episodes ofThe Daily October 6, 2026 • 29:38Call My A.I. Agent Next Oct. 8, 2026, 6:00 a.m. ET Christa Pike survived two doses of a lethal injection drug last week during a botched execution in Tennessee.
The Firestorm Over a Rape Allegation at Cornell
The Firestorm Over a Rape Allegation at Cornell - The New York Times
He Was Deported to a Country He’d Never Heard Of
The Daily|He Was Deported to a Country He’d Never Heard Of https://www.nytimes.com/2026/09/28/podcasts/the-daily/deported-eswatini.html Back to The Daily He Was Deported to a Country He’d Never Heard Of The Trump administration deported Robert Mosquera to Eswatini, and he has found himself with no way out. 2026-09-28T06:00:06-04:00 This transcript was created using speech recognition software. While it has been reviewed by human transcribers, it may contain errors.
Health Trackers Are Everywhere. Do Babies Need Them, Too?
The DailySubscribe: Health Trackers Are Everywhere. Do Babies Need Them, Too? Parents are increasingly willing to embrace tracking and analytics for their children — part of a broader cultural obsession with health data and optimization. Back to The Daily Previous More episodes ofThe Daily September 17, 2026 • 25:52Why Gas Prices Just Keep Going Up September 11, 2026 • 40:27The Lives That 9/11 Keeps Taking Next Sept.
Trump Banned the Media. This Time, the Media Struck Back.
The DailySubscribe: Trump Banned the Media. This Time, the Media Struck Back. The major television networks suspended their pooled coverage of President Trump, breaking a practice that dates back decades. Back to The Daily Previous More episodes ofThe Daily September 17, 2026 • 25:52Why Gas Prices Just Keep Going Up September 11, 2026 • 40:27The Lives That 9/11 Keeps Taking September 9, 2026 • 28:29Trump’s War on Mail-In Voting Next Sept. 22, 2026, 6:00 a.m. ET For every day of Donald J.
The Trump Administration Defangs the Endangered Species Act
The DailySubscribe: The Trump Administration Defangs the Endangered Species Act A new interpretation of the law would mean that only the intentional killing of animals, not collateral harm, would be illegal. Back to The Daily Previous More episodes ofThe Daily September 17, 2026 • 25:52Why Gas Prices Just Keep Going Up September 11, 2026 • 40:27The Lives That 9/11 Keeps Taking September 9, 2026 • 28:29Trump’s War on Mail-In Voting Next Sept.
Why Gas Prices Just Keep Going Up
The DailySubscribe: Why Gas Prices Just Keep Going Up Months into the war with Iran, its effects are still being felt at pumps around the world. Why? Back to The Daily Previous More episodes ofThe Daily September 17, 2026 • 25:52Why Gas Prices Just Keep Going Up September 11, 2026 • 40:27The Lives That 9/11 Keeps Taking September 9, 2026 • 28:29Trump’s War on Mail-In Voting September 3, 2026 • 42:30A.I. Is Outsmarting Its Creators Next Sept.
The Bond Market Is Flipping Out. Here’s Why You Should Care.
The DailySubscribe: The Bond Market Is Flipping Out. Here’s Why You Should Care. Just about everybody is affected by the rising interest rates caused by the turmoil. Our economics correspondent explains what’s happening.
The Good, the Bad and the Good-Bad (Movie)
The DailySubscribe: The Good, the Bad and the Good-Bad (Movie) Why the best movies aren’t always the ones that are considered good.
The DailySubscribe: A Couple Breaks Up. Who Gets Custody of Their Embryos? For 47-year-old Erin Millender, using embryos that were frozen during her marriage became a central question for a New York divorce court.
The DailySubscribe: The Fight for the West Bank We speak to a Palestinian American whose home has been encircled by extremist settlers. Back to The Daily Previous More episodes ofThe Daily September 2, 2026 • 28:02The Fight for the West Bank August 31, 2026 • 32:07How Flock Cameras Took Over America August 30, 2026 • 42:18Who Will Rule the 2026 U.S. Open? August 25, 2026 • 37:02Canada Is Done With Trump August 24, 2026 • 24:28Natalie Harp’s Devotion to Trump Next Sept.
How Flock Cameras Took Over America Original
The DailySubscribe: How Flock Cameras Took Over America Flock’s nationwide A.I. camera network tracks millions of vehicles. Privacy advocates argue that this subjects the public to unregulated mass surveillance. Back to The Daily Previous More episodes ofThe Daily August 31, 2026 • 32:07How Flock Cameras Took Over America August 30, 2026 • 42:18Who Will Rule the 2026 U.S. Open?
Natalie Harp’s Devotion to Trump
The DailySubscribe: Natalie Harp’s Devotion to Trump One of the president’s closest aides seems to have limitless access to him and the information he receives. Back to The Daily Previous More episodes ofThe Daily August 24, 2026 • 24:28Natalie Harp’s Devotion to Trump August 19, 2026 • 25:11El Niño Is Back. And Worse Than Ever. August 18, 2026 • 30:36What Went Wrong on the U.S.S. Lincoln? August 16, 2026 • 46:42What Makes a Killer Thriller?
Guestwords: Falling Up
There was a moment of almost elegant, weightless air time after tripping when I knew there was nothing I could do to avoid slamming into the pavement. Worse than that complete loss of control, though, was the realization that there were witnesses: 150 middle schoolers 20 feet away.
What Went Wrong on the U.S.S. Lincoln?
The DailySubscribe: What Went Wrong on the U.S.S. Lincoln? Families of soldiers aboard the aircraft carrier — deployed in the Middle East without a break for 270 days — have raised the alarm. Back to The Daily Previous More episodes ofThe Daily August 18, 2026 • 30:36What Went Wrong on the U.S.S. Lincoln? August 16, 2026 • 46:42What Makes a Killer Thriller? August 12, 2026 • 25:29All the President’s Planes Next Aug.
The Secret Spy Network Feeding Russia’s War Machine
The DailySubscribe: The Secret Spy Network Feeding Russia’s War Machine Russian spies set up shop in Tokyo, using Japan as a base for routing critical electronic components back home to Russia — after being expelled by Western leaders from their capitals. Back to The Daily Previous More episodes ofThe Daily August 12, 2026 • 25:29All the President’s Planes Next Aug.
All the President’s Planes
Aug. 12, 2026, 6:00 a.m. ET When President Trump left Turkey, the White House said publicly that he was boarding the old Air Force One — but that plane was a decoy. In a highly elaborate escape plan prompted by a credible Iranian threat, Trump was secretly moved through a catering container to a military aircraft, leaving passengers unknowingly flying on the decoy plane.
Why Adults Are Getting Cancer at a Younger Age
Aug. 10, 2026, 6:00 a.m. ET For years, cancer has been seen as a disease people mostly get when they’re older. That seems to be changing as more young people are getting cancer than ever before. Today, Nina Agrawal, a health reporter for The New York Times, explains what scientists are learning about the factors driving the rise and what it means for a generation of young cancer survivors. Nina Agrawal, a health reporter for The New York Times.
After Losing Her Limbs, Our Cooking Columnist Returns to the Kitchen
Aug. 2, 2026, 6:00 a.m. ET For decades, the kitchen was the centerpiece of Yewande Komolafe’s life. She spent long hours there, first as a restaurant cook and later as a recipe developer. But though she loved the often-intense culinary world, she had to navigate it with certain limitations: She was born with sickle cell disease, an inherited blood disorder, which required her to carefully manage her working life.
Israel, AIPAC and Difficult Questions for Democrats
July 29, 2026, 6:00 a.m. ET The American Israel Public Affairs Committee, a pro-Israel lobbying group known as AIPAC, has spent a record amount of money in this year’s midterm elections to either oust or support candidates based on their support of Israel. Jonathan Mahler, a writer for The New York Times Magazine, discusses the new litmus test for the left at a time when the United States’ relationship with Israel is under scrutiny.
Why Do Some Memories Survive Dementia?
July 26, 2026, 6:00 a.m. ET When Ellen Barry’s father developed dementia after a fall, her family spent years trying to manage his erratic behavior and confusion. They struggled to convince him that he was home, he was safe, and he shouldn’t try to leave. The experience was exasperating and impossible to understand.
Why Is the U.S. Building the Saudi Nuclear Program While Destroying Iran’s?
July 23, 2026, 6:00 a.m. ET The United States signed a landmark deal on Wednesday that allows Saudi Arabia to develop a nuclear program. At the same time, President Trump is escalating the war in Iran, a conflict that the White House says aims to destroy the country’s nuclear capabilities. David E. Sanger, a national security correspondent for The New York Times, explains what Saudi Arabia and the United States are getting out of the deal. David E.
The DailySubscribe: ICE Ramps Back Up, With Deadly Results Agents fatally shot a man in Houston and another in coastal Maine, both in their vehicles.
Why the Cease-Fire With Iran Keeps Crumbling
The DailySubscribe: Why the Cease-Fire With Iran Keeps Crumbling The rushed U.S.-Iran agreement is sliding backward, potentially transforming a short-term crisis into a long, intractable war.
The Unprecedented Personal Profits of Trump’s Presidency
The DailySubscribe: The Unprecedented Personal Profits of Trump’s Presidency The Trump family is making money in sectors that align with the president’s agenda. Back to The Daily Previous More episodes ofThe Daily July 8, 2026 • 37:47The Implosion of Graham Platner June 29, 2026 • 38:10Why Everyone Cares About This World Cup Next July 9, 2026, 6:00 a.m. ET A recent financial disclosure shows that President Trump has made $2.2 billion since he returned to office.
The Onion’s Latest Joke: Taking Over Infowars
The DailySubscribe: The Onion’s Latest Joke: Taking Over Infowars The satirical news outlet wants to convert the right-wing Infowars site into a parody of itself. Back to The Daily Previous More episodes ofThe Daily June 29, 2026 • 38:10Why Everyone Cares About This World Cup Next July 7, 2026, 6:00 a.m. ET Last Thursday, the satirical newspaper The Onion started its own version of Infowars, the infamous online hub of misinformation created by Alex Jones.
Why Americans Will Get Less Help Paying for College
The DailySubscribe: Why Americans Will Get Less Help Paying for College With new limits on federal lending, many students will need private loans and some could be shut out. Back to The Daily Previous More episodes ofThe Daily June 29, 2026 • 38:10Why Everyone Cares About This World Cup June 21, 2026 • 51:00Can a Bad Man Be a Good Father?
Hard Fork ‘The Daily’ and ‘The Opinions’: How A.I. Is Changing Loneliness and Taste The story of a woman who let a robot into her home. Plus, a discussion about why Silicon Valley has taken such an interest in taste. Back to Hard Fork Previous More episodes ofHard Fork Next June 26, 2026, 7:00 a.m. ET This week, we’re bringing you two A.I.-related stories from our colleagues at The New York Times.
The DailySubscribe: A Major Victory for Insurgent Democrats Candidates backed by Mayor Zohran Mamdani of New York swept the city’s Democratic primaries. Back to The Daily Previous More episodes ofThe Daily June 25, 2026 • 29:00A Major Victory for Insurgent Democrats June 21, 2026 • 51:00Can a Bad Man Be a Good Father?
The Battle Over A.I. in the Classroom
The DailySubscribe: The Battle Over A.I. in the Classroom There are concerns about artificial intelligence’s risks to kids’ learning and critical thinking, and tech companies are pushing to get chatbots into schools.
Inside Trump’s Deal With Iran
The DailySubscribe: Inside Trump’s Deal With Iran Washington and Tehran reached an agreement that paved the way for further talks to ultimately end the war. President Trump discussed it with The Times.
Do Aliens Exist? Steven Spielberg Believes They Do Original
Do Aliens Exist? Steven Spielberg Believes They Do The legendary director on why he thinks aliens are real, and why he makes movies about things that scare him. June 14, 2026, 7:33 a.m. ET VideoDo Aliens Exist?
The Iran War’s Devastating Butterfly Effect
The DailySubscribe: The Iran War’s Devastating Butterfly Effect The effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz has increased the prices of critical goods as hunger rises in scores of poor and unstable countries. Back to The Daily Previous More episodes ofThe Daily June 4, 2026 • 36:10How Trump Was Persuaded to Regulate A.I. May 29, 2026 • 28:57Stranded in the Strait of Hormuz May 28, 2026 • 30:35Can A.I. Make People Feel Less Lonely?
One Town’s Blueprint for Resegregating America
The DailySubscribe: One Town’s Blueprint for Resegregating America The founders of Return to the Land, a whites-only community in Arkansas, say they aren’t breaking any laws. Back to The Daily Previous More episodes ofThe Daily June 4, 2026 • 36:10How Trump Was Persuaded to Regulate A.I. May 29, 2026 • 28:57Stranded in the Strait of Hormuz May 28, 2026 • 30:35Can A.I. Make People Feel Less Lonely?
Can A.I. Make People Feel Less Lonely?
The DailySubscribe: Can A.I. Make People Feel Less Lonely? The story of one woman who let a robot move into her home. Back to The Daily Previous More episodes ofThe Daily May 28, 2026 • 30:35Can A.I. Make People Feel Less Lonely? May 26, 2026A Flood of New, Deadlier Drugs May 22, 2026 • 31:17Trump’s National Support Is Cratering May 20, 2026 • 26:37Trump’s Taxpayer-Funded Revenge Plan May 17, 2026 • 31:48Can We Reverse Aging?
The Whiplash Over a Possible Peace Deal With Iran
The DailySubscribe: The Whiplash Over a Possible Peace Deal With Iran President Trump is hailing an agreement with Iran as groundbreaking, but the nuclear stockpile, enrichment and missiles have not been discussed. Back to The Daily Previous More episodes ofThe Daily May 26, 2026A Flood of New, Deadlier Drugs May 22, 2026 • 31:17Trump’s National Support Is Cratering May 20, 2026 • 26:37Trump’s Taxpayer-Funded Revenge Plan May 17, 2026 • 31:48Can We Reverse Aging?
Trump’s Taxpayer-Funded Plan
The DailySubscribe: Trump’s Taxpayer-Funded Plan The announcement of the fund has drawn surprise and outrage from both sides of the aisle. Back to The Daily Previous More episodes ofThe Daily May 20, 2026 • 26:37Trump’s Taxpayer-Funded Plan May 17, 2026 • 31:48Can We Reverse Aging?
Can We Reverse Aging?
The DailySubscribe: Can We Reverse Aging? Inside the billion-dollar bet on cellular rejuvenation. Back to The Daily Previous More episodes ofThe Daily May 17, 2026Can We Reverse Aging? May 15, 2026 • 27:14Lessons From the Hantavirus Outbreak May 13, 2026 • 26:02Two Superpowers Across the Table May 12, 2026 • 44:16Why More Americans Are Seeking Religion May 11, 2026 • 29:42Is China Winning the A.I. Race?
Two Superpowers Across the Table
The DailySubscribe: Two Superpowers Across the Table Here’s what to expect from the summit between President Trump and China’s top leader, Xi Jinping. Back to The Daily Previous More episodes ofThe Daily May 13, 2026 • 26:02Two Superpowers Across the Table May 12, 2026 • 44:16Why More Americans Are Seeking Religion May 11, 2026 • 29:42Is China Winning the A.I. Race?
For Mother’s Day, Classic Mom-isms
The DailySubscribe: For Mother’s Day, Classic Mom-isms The mantras, mottos and favorite sayings our mothers have repeated over the years.
What the End of Spirit Airlines Means for the Future of Flying
The DailySubscribe: What the End of Spirit Airlines Means for the Future of Flying Spirit Airlines reshaped aviation in the United States, but it became a victim of the rising costs it once excelled at controlling.
Your Kids Asked the Artemis Astronauts Questions. They Answered.
Your Kids Asked the Artemis Astronauts Questions. They Answered. The crew of NASA’s Artemis II mission discussed what the journey was like and what they ate for dessert in space. May 6, 2026, 6:00 a.m. ET VideoThe Artemis II Crew Takes Your Children’s Questions The Artemis II crew flew farther from Earth than any humans in history.
Assassination Attempt Suspect Charged
The DailySubscribe: Assassination Attempt Suspect Charged What we know about the man in custody after the shooting at the White House correspondents’ dinner, and how the incident unfolded. Back to The Daily Previous More episodes ofThe Daily April 28, 2026 • 25:03Assassination Attempt Suspect Charged April 27, 2026 • 36:35Who’s Really Running Iran?
Ticketmaster’s Big Loss in Court
Shannon M. Lin and Brendan Klinkenberg and Marion LozanoRowan Niemisto and For years, music fans have said they felt ripped off by Ticketmaster and Live Nation, its parent company. Last week, a jury ruled that they were right, and that the company is a monopoly. Ben Sisario, who covers the music industry for The New York Times, breaks down the trial that unfolded and what it means for concertgoers. Ben Sisario, a reporter for The New York Times covering music and the music industry.
Inside Kash Patel’s F.B.I.
Emily Bazelon and Anna Foley and Rob Szypko and Marion LozanoDiane WongDan Powell and From the moment Kash Patel was appointed as the director of the F.B.I., he has invited controversy and concern about what his leadership would look like and how it might affect the agency. The New York Times journalists Emily Bazelon and Rachel Poser spoke to dozens of current and former F.B.I. employees about how the agency has been transformed. Emily Bazelon, a staff writer at The New York Times Magazine.
How Iranians See the War
Jessica CheungRikki Novetsky and Rachelle Bonja and Maria ByrneLynsea Garrison and Dan Powell and Marion LozanoSophia Lanman and Since the war with Iran began, President Trump has gone from urging Iranians to take cover to threatening to annihilate them. With the cease-fire scheduled to expire this week, Clare Toeniskoetter, a producer on “The Daily,” speaks to Iranians about how they view the war.
Dating on the Spectrum
Marion Lozano and The reality show “Love on the Spectrum” — which just released its fourth season — has become a big hit; it’s currently one of the most watched shows on Netflix in the United States. The show follows autistic adults as they search for love. “Love on the Spectrum” is unlike much of reality television — a genre known to subject its cast members to drama and humiliation for entertainment’s sake.
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