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A man is charged with trying to assassinate Trump. What to know.
28 kwi 202616 min<p>The armed man who charged past a security checkpoint at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner was charged with attempting to assassinate Trump. Will Weissert of the <a href="https://apple.news/AflxK_0hTTmunx6Et4l-fRA">Associated Press</a> joins to discuss potential changes to security protocols surrounding the president as he prepares for upcoming large events.</p> <p>Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis unveiled a new congressional voting map that heavily favors Republicans. <a href="https://apple.news/A59m-WUteQfGT-x-pPs2LEg">Politico</a>’s Gary Fineout explains why it could be the GOP’s last chance to gain an edge before the midterms.</p> <p>The camp where 27 girls died during the Texas floods could soon reopen. The <a href="https://apple.news/AngElIXAuQjGY5kdMjWncCg">Wall Street Journal</a>’s Joshua Chaffin breaks down the ongoing fight over whether its operators should be allowed to welcome more children.</p> <p>Plus, Iran <a href="https://apple.news/ANHJ8FGWXR16fJO-fK14SIQ">offered</a> a new deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz as its foreign minister <a href="https://apple.news/AEOm3bYodR9Gj6fXj_-6TMw">met</a> with Putin, a new lifetime smoking ban will <a href="https://apple.news/Abk9TgClOR2mhlVg7thS6WA">soon</a> become law in the U.K., and how a seizure caused by laughter may have <a href="https://apple.news/AfurMlj02QmahdiLBXm5eNw">saved</a> one man’s life.</p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.</p>
How another shooter got so close to Trump
27 kwi 202618 min<p>Authorities arrested an armed man as he attempted to storm the White House Correspondents’ dinner while President Trump was onstage. Aamer Madhani of the <a href="https://apple.news/ArfosVx7OTdC9RWE35kDIiA">Associated Press</a> details how events unfolded inside the ballroom.</p> <p>How the would-be attacker got so close to Trump has raised serious questions about security at the venue. <a href="https://apple.news/ATzAgwEjjRYW-fHSiX_nf-A">Politico</a> reports on authorities’ efforts to understand the protocols that allowed the suspect to approach so closely and how he brought firearms inside.</p> <p>News of the incident surrounding Trump hasn’t deterred the U.K.’s King Charles from a planned visit to the U.S. this week. David Charter of the <a href="https://apple.news/AZzKwyrj9SCqd8kXCJ4ZrQA">Times of London</a> joins to discuss how the visit could affect relations between the two countries.</p> <p>Plus, where peace talks with Iran stand after a U.S. delegation <a href="https://apple.news/AJe1JKO-MTnawelwxNsLFCA">canceled</a> a negotiating trip to Pakistan, Trump’s nominee for Fed chief appears to be headed for <a href="https://apple.news/AsAdFMS-9QRG00EAfO8nc0A">confirmation</a>, and a <a href="https://apple.news/AYCKGw5GoRKyyUHGK3F36-w">record-setting</a> day at the London Marathon.</p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.</p>
The unique power of an American pope
25 kwi 202631 min<p>From <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/apple-news-in-conversation/id1577591053?i=1000763316773"><em>Apple News In Conversation</em></a>: Nearly a year ago, Robert Prevost became Pope Leo XIV, the first pope in history from the U.S. His papacy so far has been relatively calm — until recent weeks, when a sharp public conflict with President Trump over the Iran war thrust him onto the political stage. Scott Detrow, host of NPR’s <em>All Things Considered</em> and coauthor of the upcoming <a href="https://books.apple.com/us/book/american-pope/id6757708297" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><em>American Pope: Leo XIV’s Road From the South Side of Chicago to Vatican City</em></a>, joins guest host Sam Sanders to explore what it means to have an American pope who understands U.S. politics — and why his influence may be felt far beyond the Catholic Church.</p>
Iran’s leaders are holding out against Trump. Is this why?
24 kwi 202616 min<p>Iran’s new supreme leader hasn’t been seen or heard since being named his father’s successor. Lee Keath of the <a href="https://apple.news/A3l7FUSLtRyOrcSTQp8_2cQ">Associated Press</a> explains why it’s difficult to know who exactly in the regime is in charge.</p> <p>Candidates for California governor squared off in a debate this week. <a href="https://www.politico.com/newsletters/california-playbook/2026/04/23/no-breakout-moment-in-post-swalwell-debate-00888365">Politico</a>’s Melanie Mason joins to discuss why the departure of Eric Swalwell following allegations of sexual assault still lingers over the race.</p> <p>Pope Leo wrapped his tour of Africa and urged the U.S. and Iran to go back to the negotiating table. On this week’s <a href="https://apple.news/AG779czrEQyWDhoPZMeZo7w">Apple News In Conversation</a>, NPR’s Scott Detrow explores what it means to have an American pope who understands U.S. politics.</p> <p>Plus, the DOJ’s watchdog said it is launching an <a href="https://apple.news/AgK2hK5asSuWq1AJWJZOydg">investigation</a> into the department’s release of the Epstein files, a U.S. soldier has been <a href="https://apple.news/AoadotLuWRSqdyhwwqs37BQ">charged</a> with using inside information to bet on Nicolás Maduro’s future, and adults turn to <a href="https://apple.news/AhM0gsPS9SDuH9EgALUGr8w">pregaming</a> to save money.</p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.</p>
The U.S. and Iran are seizing tankers in a dangerous standoff
23 kwi 202617 minThe U.S. could unfreeze $20 billion in Iranian assets as part of a deal to end the war. <a href="https://apple.news/ANiZoACnMSReXPm_lutYOiA">The Washington Post</a>’s Michael Birnbaum breaks down why Trump is considering certain concessions he previously denounced. <span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></p> <p>Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. has been on a marathon run of appearances before lawmakers. Ali Swenson of <a href="https://apple.news/A8_cNiJM4RfuotmEgSA1Niw">The Associated Press</a> explains the relations between Kennedy and one Republican Senator walking a tightrope over support of his<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></p> <p>The UN has begun the process to select its next Secretary-General. <a href="https://apple.news/Au4LkNG6JQBOuXKZgDwkPLw">Foreign Policy</a>’s Alexandra Sharp joins to discuss the candidates vying for the job and the tough road ahead.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></p> <p>Plus, Pete Hegseth <a href="https://apple.news/A11ryyKb4Qjebxeo8xJYtfw">fires</a> his Navy Secretary, <a href="https://apple.news/A0dBUsYwNTkCaHWiCJytx9g">pioneering</a> Georgia Rep. David Scott has died, and the <a href="https://apple.news/AG1puZ-pKRFuYd4qUx6EBkA">AI music</a> annoying Hawaii travelers.</p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.</p>
Trump extends ceasefire — but Iran still won’t talk
22 kwi 202616 min<p>President Trump announced an indefinite extension of the ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran. Aamer Madhani of the <a href="https://apple.news/A8GlfakctSbawdWxPQejfNQ">Associated Press</a> details what may come next.</p> <p>Kevin Warsh, Trump’s nominee to be the next Federal Reserve chair, appeared before the Senate Banking Committee. <a href="https://apple.news/A9c-ewyvsTaS-3cJwBXg5Ww">Politico</a>’s Victoria Guida dissects his testimony.</p> <p>Some estimates say immigrants pay up to $60 billion in taxes to the government. The <a href="https://apple.news/AWK_uWxsDT-Oz5XsLtmAvsg">Washington Post</a>’s Marissa Lang joins to discuss how Trump’s immigration crackdown might affect that revenue.</p> <p>Plus, Rep. Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick <a href="https://apple.news/AtnD_m2DmR-KDrq3OLa6a8A">resigned</a> from Congress, Virginia voters <a href="https://apple.news/AmS1SacN8TEulqNXhljI0yg">approved</a> a new congressional voter map that favors Democrats, and why everyone really <a href="https://apple.news/Am3FyknUzReCX1aBHckRJxA">likes</a> the newest superchampion of ‘Jeopardy!’.</p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.</p>
Inside the high-stakes referendum that every Democrat is watching
21 kwi 202615 min<p>Voters in Virginia head to the polls today to decide whether to redraw the state’s congressional voting map. <a href="https://apple.news/AC_TF2ucKTkSgmmJNUytK0A">VPM</a>’s Jahd Kahlil explains where the campaigns stand.</p> <p>Following multiple hostile comments by President Trump about NATO, European nations are working on a fallback plan should the U.S. leave the alliance. The <a href="https://apple.news/ATz0Su-xHS-O1ZoWQPWypow">Wall Street Journal</a>’s Bojan Pancevski joins to discuss what it might look like.</p> <p>FIFA and transportation officials in New Jersey are in a standoff over who should foot the bill for increased train ridership during the World Cup. Adam Crafton of <a href="https://apple.news/App6ob7TvQGmpD9A0dySGkw">The Athletic</a> breaks down why the spat means fans could be stuck with train tickets as high as $150.</p> <p>Plus, Trump’s labor secretary <a href="https://apple.news/AYKp2VMGsQ4aRxM3vjAfqrg">resigns</a>, Apple gets a <a href="https://apple.news/AHRTSp0KxR7aA-649m1jo0A">new</a> CEO, and a <a href="https://apple.news/AxQnnQvZYQwqlQmKd9JavXQ">record</a> is set at the Boston Marathon.</p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.</p>
Trump wanted peace talks. Now the U.S. has seized an Iranian ship.
20 kwi 202615 min<p>U.S. forces seized an Iranian ship in the Gulf of Oman. Michelle Price of the <a href="https://apple.news/AlBAR-ST6TUSZSWuTP5F1-g">Associated Press</a> assesses what it means for potential peace talks between the U.S. and Iran.</p> <p>Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s term is up in May. The <a href="https://apple.news/AvQz-McvORvOEwAfVF5KOsw">Wall Street Journal</a>’s Nick Timiraos explains the political tug-of-war over his successor.</p> <p>The portal for businesses to claim refunds for tariffs the Supreme Court ruled illegal goes live Monday. Tim Aeppel of <a href="https://apple.news/A-Mb-4l-iRByDweFjZVgLOA">Reuters</a> joins to discuss why some businesses are wary about complications that may arise.</p> <p>Plus, a gunman killed eight children in <a href="https://apple.news/AZQpueMOoS7alTwOdzdcSNQ">Louisiana</a>, why the DOJ is trying to <a href="https://apple.news/AZlqG0ylbTnq94vSQlesekQ">obtain</a> 2024 election ballots from a Michigan county, and how a robot<a href="https://apple.news/An3_Rj0yTQayl1BNXO7Ymag"> shattered</a> the human half-marathon record.</p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Yasmeen Khan.</p>
How to make nostalgia your psychological superpower
18 kwi 202628 min<p>From <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/apple-news-in-conversation/id1577591053?i=1000757582633"><em>Apple News In Conversation</em></a>: The 1990s are back — especially for Gen Z. CDs, flip phones, and ’90s beauty trends are all having a moment among people in their teens and 20s. To understand why this generation is nostalgic for a past they didn’t experience, <em>Apple News In Conversation</em> guest host <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-sam-sanders-show/id1771084688" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Sam Sanders</a> talks with psychologist Clay Routledge. Routledge is the author of <a href="https://books.apple.com/us/book/past-forward/id6760680977" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><em>Past Forward: How Nostalgia Can Help You Live a More Meaningful Life</em></a> and executive vice president and COO at the Archbridge Institute. He explains what’s fueling Gen Z’s fascination with the ’90s, when romanticizing the past can be harmful, and how looking back can make your future brighter.</p>
Why Republicans are split over a major spying tool
17 kwi 202615 min<p>A 10-day ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon is now in effect. <a href="https://apple.news/A5AeosOJnSBWKpUb7_IGuog">Reuters</a> reports on new comments from President Trump signaling more talks this weekend.</p> <p>FISA 702, a major tool for the U.S. spy apparatus, will expire on Monday without more intervention from Congress. <a href="https://apple.news/AQigz3hC-T6iwbIwoumsvFw">NPR</a>’s Eric McDaniel explains why lawmakers on both sides worry the provision might lead to warrantless surveillance of Americans.</p> <p>President Trump has implemented a ban on certain students from Africa. The <a href="https://apple.news/AKKsHbVNxTY2_16gabVgmRA">Wall Street Journal</a>’s Caroline Kimeu joins to discuss how it has upended the lives of high-achieving students.</p> <p>Trends and technology from the 1990s are having a big moment. On this week’s <a href="https://apple.news/AnfwwCggzQGWMKFrkiGXTMw">Apple News In Conversation</a>, psychologist Clay Routledge breaks down why Gen Z is feeling nostalgic for a decade they never experienced.</p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.</p>
States took on Ticketmaster in a blockbuster case — and won
16 kwi 202616 min<p>The U.S. blockade at the Strait of Hormuz has brought traffic in the waterway to even more of a standstill. The <a href="https://apple.news/AH-MaD4OwQFG1n2SGvz6D3w">Washington Post</a>’s Júlia Ledur explains how geography aides Iran’s efforts to control the vital passageway.</p> <p>Trump’s attacks on Pope Leo have drawn condemnation from global leaders and members of the president’s base. Joshua McElwee of <a href="https://apple.news/A9g11I994TieuwK4mFlzy_Q">Reuters</a> joins to discuss why this could be a seminal moment for the U.S. Catholic Church.</p> <p>A court ruled that concert giant Live Nation, which owns Ticketmaster, operates as a monopoly. <a href="https://apple.news/AAeSsiN9vS22ayZKIMgRj2w">Rolling Stone</a>’s Jon Blistein breaks down the case and what it could mean for concertgoers.</p> <p>Plus, Trump <a href="https://apple.news/AP-i-rqEeTK6G4kjftgVSNw">renewed</a> threats to fire Fed Chair Jerome Powell, why the FBI <a href="https://apple.news/AVKsSlm7tSROJFdxkI-Ln7A">arrested</a> the organizer of a Santa Claus–themed charity event, and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame will <a href="https://apple.news/AIdCLLp82Siuw9IOtyuutyQ">induct</a> its first ever African artist.</p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.</p>
It’s Tax Day. Why some could be tempted to cheat this year.
15 kwi 202616 min<p>Today is the deadline to file a federal tax return. The <a href="https://apple.news/A_EACctY-TuO1Rs4oorl7Dw">Wall Street Journal</a>’s Richard Rubin joins to discuss what to know about Tax Day after Trump’s moves to shrink the IRS.</p> <p>The U.S. hosted talks between Israel and Lebanon at the White House on Tuesday. Simon Lewis of <a href="https://apple.news/AjNv1LLAcSBiiobiAHPf-eA">Reuters</a> breaks down how those discussions play into larger peace talks to end the Iran war.</p> <p>After the Supreme Court struck down Roe v. Wade, dozens of abortion clinics shut down in states where the practice is still legal. Kate Wells of <a href="https://apple.news/AohiXbqMSR8S_aEFkgSeQHA">KFF Health News</a> explains how urgent-care clinics have filled the gaps.</p> <p>Plus, two congressmen accused of sexual misconduct officially <a href="https://apple.news/A52ke9icuTemQm8o5vR5q5A">resigned</a> from Congress, the vast <a href="https://apple.news/AqXyv-Q7JTRq8WbLO-ZWGyA">wealth</a> held by Trump’s pick to be the next Fed chair, and how the world’s oldest gorilla <a href="https://apple.news/AZmAwijo-QT69qrXI05EcXQ">celebrated</a> a record-breaking birthday.</p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.</p>
How two lawmakers were ousted over sexual-misconduct claims
14 kwi 202615 min<p>Republican Rep. Tony Gonzales and Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell are quitting Congress over sexual misconduct allegations. Sahil Kapur of <a href="https://apple.news/A9HofnwwnQuWmc99_Av1z9A">NBC News</a> explains how the threat of expulsion is forcing them out.</p> <p>Trump’s blockade on the Strait of Hormuz has taken effect. <a href="https://apple.news/AdRomrLYrT7C__zzjg1oetA">Politico</a>’s Sam Sutton assesses the growing impact of the Iran war on the U.S. economy.</p> <p>The <a href="https://apple.news/APwgylZmESfGCID73nWSf3A">Wall Street Journal</a>’s Juan Forero reveals how investors are eyeing up Venezuela.</p> <p>Plus, the DOJ charged a man with <a href="https://apple.news/A0ULE0ufAQ425NeQEhlMa_w">attempting</a> to firebomb the home of OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, and why President Trump <a href="https://apple.news/AUau0assRS9eT7p5qJVrpJg">took down</a> an AI-generated image that drew criticism from his base.</p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.</p>
How one of Trump’s and Putin’s closest allies abroad was toppled
13 kwi 202617 min<p>Hungaryian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, an ally of President Trump, was ousted from office in yesterday’s election. <a href="https://apple.news/AtjdVkw2hQAC6kTSBtPF7wQ">The Economist</a> looks at the results.</p> <p>U.S. Central Command said it will impose a blockade at the Strait of Hormuz after weekend negotiations with Iran failed to produce a deal. Phil Stewart of <a href="https://apple.news/AJWKjlKgsRfefOdoQLvPYgQ">Reuters</a> joins to discuss where talks could go next.</p> <p>Democratic Rep. Eric Swalwell quit his campaign to be California governor after allegations of sexual assault. Alexei Koseff of the <a href="https://apple.news/AFQOR39HURsaUUOtCgDvUwQ">San Francisco Chronicle</a> breaks them down.</p> <p>Plus, Ukraine and Russia accused each other of <a href="https://apple.news/Alh67No8KRHanLlwNcK925Q">breaching</a> a brief Easter ceasefire, President Trump <a href="https://apple.news/AiZecoZp3Sj6A5ZfiI0JeoQ">unveiled</a> plans for a massive arch in Washington, and the Masters has its first back-to-back <a href="https://apple.news/AIacICYm4SQe26BKmiX-rfg">champion</a> in more than two decades.</p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.</p>
Why so many people are falling in love with AI chatbots
11 kwi 202625 min<p>From <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/apple-news-in-conversation/id1577591053?i=1000757582633"><em>Apple News In Conversation</em></a>: A medieval-monster slayer. A tiny alien named Roscoe. A talking plate of spaghetti. These are just a few of the customizable companions available through AI-chatbot apps like Kindroid, Tolan, and Character.AI. In her latest piece for the <a href="https://apple.news/AcyAQBM7eRaaRT-_IaifUtA" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><em>New Yorker</em></a>, journalist Anna Wiener explores the rapidly expanding world of these products and the people who use them. She joins <em>Apple News In Conversation</em> guest host <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-sam-sanders-show/id1771084688" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Sam Sanders</a> to talk about the users she met who are in relationships with AI chatbots, the Silicon Valley creators building them, and the risks of forming emotional bonds with technology.</p>
A ceasefire was declared. This weekend could determine if it lasts.
10 kwi 202617 min<p>Israel’s <a href="https://apple.news/A_Yc5XhLISkOlxo8jSBu9Xg">strikes</a> on Lebanon threaten the ceasefire with Iran. And <a href="https://apple.news/ACFZtw0RPQjWibRKwEC6LAg">Bloomberg</a>’s Andrea Palasciano looks at President Trump’s difficult meeting with NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte.</p> <p>The Artemis II crew is set to return from its 10-day mission to the moon today. <a href="https://apple.news/AywjDqsBIS0GTjVaaGWEvBw">Space.com</a>’s Mike Wall joins to discuss how this era of lunar exploration is different from past endeavors.</p> <p>California’s wide-open gubernatorial election might provide a rare opening for a Republican candidate. <a href="https://apple.news/Ad3PSHiLgQbe_qIvvUBE51Q">Politico</a>’s Jeremy White breaks down the favorites and whether or not the GOP can make inroads in deep-blue California. <span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></p> <p>Plus, First Lady Melania Trump <a href="https://apple.news/A7K8f5feJQjy2Abqxe7QcGA">delivers</a> an unusual address regarding her connections to Jeffrey Epstein, and the <a href="https://apple.news/A58u7vM-QQTmOS-Ctgr-7Pg">debate</a> on where dogs do and don’t belong.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.</p>
Trump hailed the ceasefire deal — but cracks are already showing
9 kwi 202615 min<p>The ceasefire deal between the U.S., Israel, and Iran is already showing signs of fraying. Avi Salzman from <a href="https://apple.news/AsuJMNbmaQuuVh4aNwpQhgA">Barron’s</a> tells us there’s little sign of movement in the Strait of Hormuz.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></p> <p>Wisconsin voters passed a first-of-its-kind law restricting future data centers. <a href="https://apple.news/A_aJGsiKrRny3mBQgcwF16g">Politico</a>’s Tyler Katzenberger explains what the referendum says about how some voters feel about the AI boom.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></p> <p>Golf’s most prestigious tournament, the Masters, starts today. <a href="https://apple.news/A3f0VqhsjTOqI8jFN8JYeKg">The Athletic</a>’s Brody Miller joins to discuss the field — and why Tiger Woods’s absence carries extra weight this year.</p> <p>Plus, the Justice Department says former Attorney General Pam Bondi won’t <a href="https://apple.news/AtVEpqVfESd-DWk8iTHC5PQ">testify</a> before the House regarding the Epstein files, last month was the <a href="https://apple.news/AIuX6XydIRSKNc9Ob3uSaUg">hottest</a> March in the U.S. on record, and the massive monument erected in honor of a <a href="https://apple.news/Abiq00Y4LTlqvKTWRfYII4w">land-mine-sniffing</a> rat. <span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.</p>
Trump announces a ceasefire with Iran. What to know.
8 kwi 202615 min<p>President Trump announces a two-week ceasefire with Iran, pulling back from threats he made earlier in the day. Phil Stewart from <a href="https://www.reuters.com/world/iran-war-live-tehran-rejects-ceasefire-deal-trumps-deadline-reopen-strait-hormuz-2026-04-07/">Reuters</a> explains what we know — and don’t know — about the deal.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></p> <p>Vice President JD Vance visited Hungary to stump for Prime Minister Viktor Orbán. <a href="https://apple.news/AQgRoq0ntT5yzJclPhieIxw">The Washington Post</a>’s Catherine Belton joins to discuss why the MAGA-aligned Orbán is facing a tough battle in upcoming elections.</p> <p>Plus, Republican Clay Fuller <a href="https://apple.news/AVKsyeCj3SOO_EyHNanC3uw">won</a> the election to replace Marjorie Taylor Greene,<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>fallout from rapper Kanye West’s past antisemitic comments caused the <a href="https://apple.news/AL-5tceYoRUCxX4oLCGD7Lg">cancellation</a> of a major music festival, and why <a href="https://apple.news/ABZ54655mSzKJT86Nj5HNVQ">landline</a> phones are back in style for some parents and their kids.</p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.</p>
Trump’s latest deadline for a deal looms. Iran has its own demands.
7 kwi 202613 min<p>President Trump says today’s deadline for Iran to fully open the Strait of Hormuz is firm. Will Weissert of<a href="https://apple.news/Al2dfRTSCS_2kThaf4D0tJg"> The Associated Press</a> details the latest.</p> <p>The United Arab Emirates is cracking down on Iranians who live in the country in retaliation for drone attacks.<a href="https://apple.news/AjFG-70VEQ52KQLqp612vtw"> The Wall Street Journal</a>’s Omar Abdel-Baqui joins to discuss what that means for the nearly half a million Iranians living in the U.A.E.</p> <p>Thousands of low-income HIV patients could soon lose access to drug coverage. <a href="https://apple.news/AYKeOnaRDREiubQqIc45RuQ">Stateline</a>’s Nada Hassanein explains why states are imposing new limitations on HIV assistance programs.</p> <p>Plus, the Supreme Court issued a <a href="https://apple.news/AGswrhMtMTT2D94GPGymGSg">decision</a> regarding the conviction of Trump ally Steve Bannon, and a <a href="https://apple.news/AMZQf4RuqRd-2pWDtnLiDlA">momentous</a> day for the Artemis ii crew.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.</p>
New threats and a rescue in Iran: what to know after a busy weekend
6 kwi 202614 min<p>American forces pulled off a daring rescue of a downed U.S. airman in Iran. <a href="https://apple.news/AkTJrJcDzRAKojMfWHBljRA">The Wall Street Journal</a>’s Shelby Holliday breaks down the chain of events.</p> <p>It’s been a year since President Trump’s “Liberation Day,” when he unveiled his signature global tariffs. Courtenay Brown of <a href="https://apple.news/AppZzaApwQsuc2R3i_-vm_Q">Axios</a> explains how the tariffs reshaped the American and global economies.</p> <p>Michigan and UConn face off in tonight’s men’s NCAA Tournament final. Eddie Pells of <a href="https://apple.news/A-md0qC23SwGS6arusII8Qg">the Associated Press</a> previews the matchup.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></p> <p>Plus, Pope Leo <a href="https://apple.news/AAstQb3AxQ0yFlGKASd9D5g">delivered</a> his first Easter address, and the Artemis II mission prepares to <a href="https://apple.news/AmhP6ByCdRH2VR-ZCForgwA">reach</a> the dark side of the moon.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.</p>
He said yes to an IT job. He ended up enslaved in a scam compound.
4 kwi 202631 min<p>From <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/apple-news-in-conversation/id1577591053?i=1000757582633"><em>Apple News In Conversation</em></a>: Last June, journalist Andy Greenberg received an anonymous email from someone claiming to be trapped inside a scam compound in Southeast Asia. The source, using the pseudonym Red Bull, said he had access to a trove of internal materials exposing the inner workings of the criminal operation — and that he was willing to risk his life to share them. Greenberg has now published Red Bull’s story in <a href="https://apple.news/ALqmq5Xa-RF2PVUggdFzMMA" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><em>Wired</em></a>. He joins <em>Apple News In Conversation </em>guest host <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-sam-sanders-show/id1771084688" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Sam Sanders</a> to discuss what he uncovered about the shadowy world of global scam compounds, and what happened when Red Bull tried to escape.</p>
Pam Bondi was a Trump loyalist. He fired her anyway.
3 kwi 202615 min<p>Pam Bondi is out as President Trump’s attorney general. <a href="https://apple.news/AsIekJD9iTmyJ7mRZqo4BEA">Semafor</a>’s Shelby Talcott joins to discuss why the president became frustrated with Bondi’s job performance.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></p> <p>Israel’s bombardment of Lebanon has displaced more than a million people. <a href="https://apple.news/Ak1GFr5vZSU-fH1Odp6a9yw">NPR</a>’s Lauren Frayer breaks down why some are worried their loved ones will never return.</p> <p>The WNBA players’ union enlisted the help of a Nobel laureate for its contract negotiations with the league. <a href="https://apple.news/AJLfGFIwHT-Wr8CfBnkhouQ">The Wall Street Journal</a>’s Rachel Bachman explains how the strategy helped win a historic deal.</p> <p>Plus, dozens of countries met to <a href="https://apple.news/AQwewr2d1ThCiS41t79BKVg">discuss</a> action at the Strait of Hormuz, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth <a href="https://apple.news/AUsKH8mmxTPGsZffmT1WxbA">ousted</a> the Army’s top general, and Hershey was forced into a <a href="https://apple.news/Awj5gOJoES4aMmTC5ruaZdg">reversal</a> on its chocolate recipes.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.</p>
Trump gives a national address on the Iran war. Here are the takeaways.
2 kwi 202616 min<p>President Trump delivers a national address on the war with Iran. <a href="https://apple.news/AhWw1rHmVQHSqQbWbITYJiQ">Reuters</a> has the takeaways.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></p> <p>The confirmation of Trump’s nominee for the next U.S. surgeon general is stalled in the Senate. <a href="https://apple.news/AZKVbX3TMT-2Yp18uXon1jA">The Washington Post</a>’s Dan Diamond explains why the nomination of the MAHA-aligned doctor has run into some roadblocks.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></p> <p>Inadequate snow and rain in the West is raising fears of drought and wildfires. <a href="https://apple.news/A9saBIN0AQRyfkDeyE2ilsA">USA Today</a>’s Trevor Hughes joins to discuss the potential effects of the continuing dry weather.</p> <p>Plus, an American journalist was <a href="https://apple.news/AkUrtwR9pTmO-tqFQ5aG99g">kidnapped</a> in Iraq, why airports are <a href="https://apple.news/AttlEyb_5SFaUwOoA_sWu3Q">warning</a> travelers not to arrive too early, and NASA’s Artemis II mission lifted off toward the <a href="https://apple.news/AGRMNfnrPRxmi8cbrJ_WyNw">moon</a>.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.</p>
How Trump’s $400 million ballroom plans came to a halt
1 kwi 202616 min<p>The Supreme Court hears arguments today regarding President Trump’s executive order on birthright citizenship. <a href="https://apple.news/ACcXGWj4_TO2sU7TAZV-ZgQ">The Wall Street Journal</a>’s James Romoser joins to discuss the key questions before the court.</p> <p>Some U.S. allies in the Gulf want President Trump to keep up the war with Iran. Aamer Madhani of <a href="https://apple.news/AX6TRRINQQHGriLlfTOx70A">the Associated Press</a> explains why some countries say Tehran hasn’t been weakened enough.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></p> <p>A federal judge halted construction on President Trump’s new ballroom at the White House. <a href="https://apple.news/AbI04SwEqRr-u38L-XY0oIg">The Washington Post</a>’s Dan Diamond breaks down why Trump’s mechanism for funding the project is the main issue.</p> <p>Plus,<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>the Supreme Court struck down Colorado’s <a href="https://apple.news/Ao4mF3eCaR8KgS6KLPX5qKA">ban</a> on “conversion therapy,” Tiger Woods says he’s <a href="https://apple.news/ARTc3rQ1WTLC644USNKFEBw">stepping</a> away from golf after an arrest on suspicion of DUI, and why TMZ is <a href="https://apple.news/AmqMWagtCQyWfC9P8KfIGcw">turning</a> its cameras on vacationing lawmakers.</p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.</p>
NASA’s $100 billion bet on the moon is about to launch
31 mar 202615 min<p>NASA’s Artemis program will soon send a four-person crew around the moon. <a href="https://apple.news/A7ApI1bg9RF-gm2rZP2fTww">Bloomberg</a>’s Loren Grush explains why the agency is making a lunar return.<span class="Apple-converted-space"></span></p> <p>Iran instituted what is being called the “Tehran toll booth” on the Strait of Hormuz. <a href="https://apple.news/AEcYLQGhgSTaBOB0ICkY1Xg">NBC News</a> reports some ships are being charged millions of dollars to pass.</p> <p>The Trump administration is using a little-known immigration court to boost its mass-deportation efforts. <a href="https://apple.news/AV4oZEk2lTZyyw_kvCoTkUA">NPR</a>’s Ximena Bustillo explains how the strategy is narrowing due process for immigrants.</p> <p>Plus, the FBI says the synagogue attack near Detroit was <a href="https://apple.news/AdK1tTUtNRgWGAg1BUQzXgA">inspired</a> by Hezbollah, Air Canada’s CEO <a href="https://apple.news/AjDr9A-ttShSAsuRhrL5sRA">retires</a> after criticism over a condolence message, and Céline Dion announces a <a href="https://apple.news/AEs1IsomGRSS1sRWl5jFgIQ">comeback</a>.</p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.</p>
Thousands more U.S. troops arrive in the Middle East. What to know.
30 mar 202614 min<p>The U.S. says it can only confirm about a third of Iran’s missile capabilities have been destroyed. Idrees Ali of <a href="https://apple.news/AOGc2ggIoSy-bV5BMFwIFbA">Reuters</a> joins to discuss what that means as signs of a potential U.S. ground operation grow.</p> <p>Lawmakers in Washington left for a two-week recess after failing to fund DHS and as long lines at some airports persist. <a href="https://apple.news/AUp-AYc_jQkS-ygJPLWR7DA">NBC News</a>’s Sahil Kapur explains why competing Republican bills in both chambers stalled.</p> <p>Even though Trump’s immigration crackdown in Minneapolis has ended, many businesses in the city are still feeling the pain. Joe Barrett of <a href="https://apple.news/A0mCV-tCQRAqAOBaxTiHVUQ">The Wall Street Journal</a> shares what some business owners are experiencing.</p> <p>Plus, the U.S. plans to let a Russian oil tanker <a href="https://apple.news/A4qyy1J_0TnCf_jevSzsNyw">deliver</a> fuel to Cuba, why a 98-year-old <a href="https://apple.news/A7nfepoTPTYWyi1sV6DwMjg">judge</a> wants her job back<span class="Apple-converted-space">, </span>and the men’s NCAA Final Four is <a href="https://apple.news/AS85dDtIUSDqaWZy2VqCe0g">set</a>.<span class="Apple-converted-space"></span></p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.</p>
Americans are obsessed with protein. How much do you actually need?
28 mar 202626 min<p>From <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/apple-news-in-conversation/id1577591053?i=1000757582633"><em>Apple News In Conversation</em></a>: We are in the middle of a protein boom. Protein food products make up a more than $100 billion industry — and it’s still growing. In a new book, <a href="https://books.apple.com/us/book/protein/id6758234436" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><em>Protein: The Making of a Nutritional Superstar</em></a>, health scholar Samantha King and sociologist Gavin Weedon reveal how marketing, industry interests, and cultural trends — not nutritional science — have turned protein into the most popular nutrient of the moment. King and Weedon sat down with <em>Apple News In Conversation</em> guest host <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-sam-sanders-show/id1771084688" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Sam Sanders</a> to talk about the real reason protein is everywhere, and how to think differently about your intake.</p>
How Houston’s airports became the face of TSA funding woes
27 mar 202615 min<p>The Senate <a href="https://apple.news/AUZHU4p9LROCC4PyGIEZZEg" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">reached a deal</a> to fund DHS, as security wait times at the nation’s airports have continued to get longer. Juan Lozano of the <a href="https://apple.news/A3-JgmRyhRoeNMcgA3GSKZQ" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Associated Press</a> explains how Houston’s airports have come to embody the shutdown’s impact on travelers.</p> <p>President Trump said he would postpone strikes on Iran’s power plants again. <a href="https://apple.news/ABLoZOkTQSL6TNph3hV8Hkw" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Reuters</a> reports on how each side has presented different plans on ending the war.</p> <p>Trump’s immigration crackdown has seen the detention of more than 11,000 parents of children who are U.S. citizens. <a href="https://apple.news/AWAp_HeenTcuGE5n2uhpgvA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">ProPublica</a>’s Jeff Ernsthausen joins to break down the numbers.</p> <p>Plus, detained Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro <a href="https://apple.news/AfjEfPqskSDW9zBOTZj80mA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">appeared</a> in a Manhattan court, the IOC <a href="https://apple.news/AdFqnhQE9RB67cCcNInKaJw" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">banned</a> transgender women from the Olympics, and how to catch a <a href="https://apple.news/ALTPL-1bLQomckV-MZMUntA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">glimpse</a> of the world’s largest steam train as it travels across the U.S.</p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.</p>
"Dire situation": the wait-times crisis that could shut some airports
26 mar 202616 min<p>The DHS shutdown has led to record-breaking wait times at airports as the Transportation Security Administration struggles with staffing shortages. <a href="https://apple.news/AtIK7ezRgQqmYr474gwSRbQ">NBC News</a> reports on how TSA’s administrator warned Congress that things could get worse in the coming months. </p> <p>Meta and Google lost a court case over whether their platforms were to blame for the mental-health issues of a woman who compulsively used social media as a small child. <a href="https://apple.news/A8pkfq0A6RBCzXpPgIkASFQ">NPR</a>’s Bobby Allyn breaks it down.</p> <p>Major League Baseball is back for the 2026 season. <a href="https://apple.news/ApS3F1XKIR32TiG2pwu7qSQ">The Athletic</a>’s Tim Britton joins to discuss how every team could make it to the playoffs this year.</p> <p>Plus, Iran <a href="https://apple.news/A9TBFuEnGSqSy1ZGdTIwstA">reacted</a> to Trump’s talk of negotiations, Michael Flynn is getting a DOJ <a href="https://apple.news/AewAu4whpSIakAVLIjSaOew">payout</a>, and Stephen Colbert has a <a href="https://apple.news/AUzbtzotMSyWoWZif2edhSg">new gig</a>.</p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.</p>
Trump touts big diplomatic wins. Here’s where things stand.
25 mar 202616 min<p>President Trump said talks with Iran over ending the war have been productive. Humeyra Pamuk of <a href="https://apple.news/AhqHpnKKBQqS0-YR5Qz6fHQ">Reuters</a> joins to discuss whether that means a diplomatic resolution is close.</p> <p>A group of employees at Voice of America are suing the government, alleging that Trump official Kari Lake spread pro-Trump propaganda on air. <a href="https://apple.news/ArnFhdwM7QZe-1c2-k9HCrg">NPR</a>’s David Folkenflik breaks down the case.</p> <p>Something happened last year for the first time since the Great Depression: More people moved out of the U.S. than into it. The <a href="https://apple.news/A0DUPUtsyRHaYj0JiJQQGHA">Wall Street Journal</a>’s Drew Hinshaw explains why.</p> <p>Plus, Minnesota <a href="https://apple.news/Ah4mEz-YESam1caE68iKOQQ">sued</a> to gain access to evidence related to the killings of Renee Good and Alex Pretti, Meta lost a major child-safety <a href="https://apple.news/A5T3TjrHoRDGB0aoD1yq00g">lawsuit</a>, and why Mar-a-Lago is <a href="https://apple.news/AoVhIwqRdS52y5h-ZSu8ISQ">turning blue</a>.</p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.</p>
