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How a Republican revolt killed off Trump’s “anti-weaponization” fund
3/06/202613 min<p>The Department of Justice abandoned its plan for a $1.8 billion “anti-weaponization” fund. The <a href="https://apple.news/Aowv5XSyVSMOMz86Of1NXtw">Wall Street Journal</a> reports the fund had threatened to sink Trump’s broader immigration priorities.</p> <p>President Trump appointed Bill Pulte as acting director of national intelligence. <a href="https://apple.news/A9vh4N84zRMuQLCoYFs-uTQ">Reuters</a>’s Jonathan Landay joins to explain why he’s a controversial pick.</p> <p>The NBA Finals begin tonight. Tim Reynolds of the <a href="https://apple.news/A3RgmBpWjS0yKCI1bx3mUyg">Associated Press</a> breaks down the matchup between the New York Knicks and the San Antonio Spurs.</p> <p>Plus, why the Pentagon <a href="https://apple.news/AjAoLrtkrQ5SOG32GrCve6g">hired</a> a Jan. 6 rioter for sensitive counterterrorism work, Secretary of State Marco Rubio publicly testified in Congress, and how Ozempic may be <a href="https://apple.news/A18YpH1h3Q2auFEBh7vum_g">reshaping</a> some people’s brains.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.</p>
The two Supreme Court cases that could still shape the midterms
2/06/202614 min<p>California voters head to the polls today in a statewide primary election. Kevin Rector of the <a href="https://apple.news/AwU0-DjpdQ86cnBCMH9AYKA">Los Angeles Times</a> joins to discuss the biggest races.</p> <p>It was a consequential day for the country’s leading AI companies. Anthropic filed for an initial public offering, the <a href="https://apple.news/Adp30uYoEQEml2lFOqrNc2g">Wall Street Journal</a> reports. Meanwhile, <a href="https://apple.news/AwU1qn51QR8igGHzaQ2EnEw">NPR</a> reports that the state of Florida sued OpenAI and its CEO, Sam Altman, over safety concerns.</p> <p>The Supreme Court will soon rule in two significant cases that could have major implications for November’s midterm elections. Jan Wolfe of <a href="https://apple.news/Am5T72HMlS1KCfebdXzUawg">Reuters</a> explains what’s at stake in each of the decisions.</p> <p>Plus, why the White House could soon <a href="https://apple.news/Aokcw0JJnTm6DOhfdJEg5dg">drop</a> the DOJ “anti-weaponization” fund, Hezbollah and Israel <a href="https://apple.news/A98s8FsUVQ528OzEAyhsfOg">agreed</a> to a partial ceasefire, and why the white picket fence is <a href="https://apple.news/ADOZab6C0QkyfoFKZQp7IUA">disappearing</a> from American yards.</p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.</p>
This is why your groceries keep getting more expensive
1/06/202614 min<p>As more Americans struggle with food insecurity, there appears to be little relief in sight. <a href="https://apple.news/AQbrgtuCgRSeHl-Y0rZ3bmw">Bloomberg</a>’s Mark Niquette explains why consumers should prepare for another wave of inflation at the grocery store.</p> <p>A federal judge temporarily blocked President Trump’s “anti-weaponization” fund. The <a href="https://apple.news/AB6lQ4rZIS9yUJTeT6QkSCg">Wall Street Journal</a>’s Siobhan Hughes joins to discuss why the fund also faces an uphill battle in Congress.</p> <p>After violence erupted between police and protesters at an ICE facility in New Jersey over the weekend, family visitations have now resumed. The <a href="https://apple.news/AENkiivUaTvyjjYgHG1_oTg">Associated Press</a> reports on how the mayor imposed a curfew.</p> <p>Plus, Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu ordered a <a href="https://apple.news/AZTQSaSJlRuiVgZDOSG0TJw">deeper</a> incursion into Lebanon, how YouTubers took over the weekend <a href="https://apple.news/AxYG_gEEfQUuJSENM5ch-NA">box office</a>, and the <a href="https://apple.news/AZv22RGruQ_On8kb6J502Hw">meteor</a> that flew over Massachusetts.</p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.</p>
How to navigate summer air travel when everything costs more
30/05/202622 min<p>From <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/apple-news-in-conversation/id1577591053?i=1000770068171"><em>Apple News In Conversation</em></a>: The summer travel season is upon us — and this year is more complicated and more expensive than most. The war in Iran has driven up jet-fuel prices globally, and Spirit Airlines, one of the biggest budget carriers in the country, has just shut down. On top of that, a possible super El Niño could cause widespread disruptions. Zach Wichter, a consumer travel reporter at <a href="https://apple.news/AdhRW9M8yQwOiKUgKgCl-Kw" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><em>USA Today</em></a>, 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 explain what it all means for travelers this summer — and his tips for how to fly smarter.</p>
Meet the Iranian hard-liner shaping the peace deal with the U.S.
29/05/202613 min<p>The U.S. and Iran appear to be nearing a framework for a deal. <a href="https://apple.news/A1UlC-a_5Qqm_fmTZUIjKfA">Axios</a> reports that the agreement would extend the ceasefire and kick off negotiations over Iran’s nuclear program.</p> <p>Big questions remain about who is leading negotiations from the Iran side. Jon Gambrell of the <a href="https://apple.news/A8iOnK-YSQf65mjeV0QV5Zw">Associated Press</a> joins to discuss an influential voice on the rise in Tehran.</p> <p>Summer-travel season has begun, but this year’s is going to be pricier than most. On this week’s<a href="https://apple.news/A-QgAGQS7Rr-asTVxQGIU5w"> Apple News In Conversation</a>, USA Today’s Zach Wichter explains how to navigate air travel in an era of high prices.</p> <p>Plus, the Supreme Court threw out the <a href="https://apple.news/ALBLOWc8HRQGq64ecTI13ag">conviction</a> of a man facing execution, an <a href="https://apple.news/AQnKThe0ESmqK-2xFSRBvGQ">intense</a> heat wave in Europe is affecting the French Open, and how a football coach is <a href="https://apple.news/AZ4S3tA1SQMe3QMzqyqlbUw">redefining</a> remote work.</p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.</p>
How the White House quietly made a big change to immigration policy
28/05/202614 min<p>The Trump administration quietly changed rules for certain green-card applicants. Rebecca Santana of the <a href="https://apple.news/AfVCdsdNXSEm8JdJx2jZ5Vw">Associated Press</a> explains how the move could force hundreds of thousands of people to go back to their home countries.</p> <p>Russia <a href="https://apple.news/Asbr55_bQQWGItOTJNH_SNA">warned</a> Ukraine that it will strike Kyiv with “systematic strikes” after heavy bombardments at the weekend. But Moscow is struggling on the battlefield. Guy Faulconbridge of <a href="https://apple.news/Azx07czOlQNaZIk-bZx10dw">Reuters</a> joins to discuss whether that means Putin will change up his tactics.</p> <p>American skepticism over AI is on the rise. The <a href="https://apple.news/A36bwP7OGQUWX5os1fk1sDQ">Wall Street Journal</a>’s Amrith Ramkumar lays out why.</p> <p>Plus, the Justice Department is reportedly <a href="https://apple.news/AjMhPo4dbSaWtAfwWTo4jRg">investigating</a> the former magazine columnist who accused Trump of sexual assault, an administration official said it’s planning to send Americans <a href="https://apple.news/AHTH_Tk3ERXukGZ_fVJynJA">exposed</a> to Ebola to a quarantine facility in Kenya, and why the U.S. World Cup team’s head coach is <a href="https://apple.news/ARHxd2afgR7-I3wJRiqD1ow">catching</a> heat over his emails.</p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.</p>
What the Texas primary reveals about Trump’s power over the GOP
27/05/202613 min<p>Texas AG Ken Paxton <a href="https://apple.news/AyeyaUVrbTXWwf0m1CANATg">won</a> the GOP Senate primary against Sen. John Cornyn after an 11th-hour endorsement by Trump. Gabby Birenbaum of the <a href="https://apple.news/Ab4VP0OEmTGCQEEXftgbJTA">Texas Tribune</a> breaks down the two very different campaigns.</p> <p>Political insecurity and public distrust are making it hard for officials in Congo and other countries to contain a deadly Ebola outbreak. The <a href="https://apple.news/AqVxfq44vTr2Lbz4aaedSkw">Washington Post</a>’s Lauren Weber explains.</p> <p>Long wait lists at some colleges and universities are leaving thousands of students wondering whether they’ll ever be admitted. The <a href="https://apple.news/A_IEG7xHsTv2hu_s0lkPLQw">Wall Street Journal</a>’s Roshan Fernandez discusses why it can be harder to get off the wait list than getting into school.</p> <p>Plus, Alabama’s new congressional map was <a href="https://apple.news/AEYYLJjxhTca5CCx6Ia_qew">rejected</a> by a federal court, Iran’s internet blackout appears to be partially <a href="https://apple.news/APcit0uNyRj2QMba9qvSgJA">over</a>, and U.S. Soccer <a href="https://apple.news/A_woUVEaCQguxvANo2zycDA">announced</a> its World Cup squad.</p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.</p>
U.S. strikes at Iran targets even as peace talks intensify
26/05/202614 min<p>The U.S. and Iran appeared close to a deal over the holiday weekend. The <a href="https://apple.news/Ac4sa-_DDQmSg4VfD8SR_9w">Wall Street Journal</a>’s Alex Ward explains why plenty of questions and skepticism remain.</p> <p>Texas Republicans vote today in a Senate primary runoff between incumbent John Cornyn and Trump-backed Ken Paxton. Steven Sloan of the <a href="https://apple.news/AWf3iabOrTAODschAJMwJkQ">Associated Press</a> joins to discuss why some inside the party are worried about a Cornyn loss.</p> <p>Very little is known about Trump’s “anti-weaponization” fund. Brian Schwartz of the <a href="https://apple.news/Azisq3A6-QC2azxmgB8Arhw" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Wall Street Journal</a> breaks down why friends and foes of the president are lining up to file claims.</p> <p>Plus, authorities in Southern California said the <a href="https://apple.news/Ailbfn88SR5S2AMsEstmgRw">threat</a> of a major chemical explosion is eliminated for now, Pope Leo <a href="https://apple.news/AjYb5hr3PRFWD3kdvuxNqQg">took</a> on AI in his first encyclical, and why, despite viral claims, <a href="https://apple.news/ABD_GK0u1SXKMP4kU-pQHWw">booking</a> your flight at the library might not save you money.</p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.</p>
Why America has more billionaires than ever (From the archives)
23/05/202630 min<p><em>This episode originally aired on July 5, 2025. </em><br /><br />From <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/apple-news-in-conversation/id1577591053?i=1000768979758"><em>Apple News In Conversation</em></a>: Americans have a long history of obsession with the ultrarich, from Carnegie and Rockefeller to Bezos and Musk. And today, the gap between the rich and the poor is bigger than ever as the billionaire class has ascended to new heights. In his book, <a href="https://books.apple.com/us/book/the-haves-and-have-yachts/id6741071687" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><em>The Haves and Have-Yachts</em></a>, <em>New Yorker</em> staff writer Evan Osnos explores the extravagant lifestyles of the wealthy and their outsize influence on politics. He sat down with <em>Apple News In Conversation</em> host Shumita Basu to talk about this unique moment — when billionaires are both resented and envied by the public — and what it means for the rest of us.</p>
Republicans revolt over Trump’s “anti-weaponization” fund
22/05/202613 min<p>A number of Republicans have come out against Trump’s DOJ “anti-weaponization” fund. Mary Clare Jalonick of the <a href="https://apple.news/AzxhwH2RVTiywD2Dk8L6AQA">Associated Press</a> explains the backlash.</p> <p>A 3-year-old boy was killed after ICE detained his mother. The <a href="https://apple.news/Aj99bF9lwRFWR7maHit0Exg">Washington Post</a>’s Maria Sacchetti explores the absence of standards to protect the children of detainees.</p> <p>Millions of Americans are driving out of town for the Memorial Day weekend.<a href="https://apple.news/AzXnxviNLQIW_XY2uh53pcg"> USA Today</a>’s Keith Laing joins to discuss how the high gas prices are changing some travelers’ plans.</p> <p>Plus, a flight from Paris to the U.S. was <a href="https://apple.news/AgSagNK5ZQRORBbWdNNlSMA">diverted</a> to Canada over Ebola concerns, a newly released report <a href="https://apple.news/ApYfE5ormSSu-6YNe5UywJw">dissects</a> how Democrats lost the 2024 election, and the Cannes Film Festival <a href="https://apple.news/Au6qX0ztpTqK6VCvY08qkSg">debuted</a> a fully AI film.</p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.</p>
Why the DOJ just charged Cuba’s Raúl Castro with murder
21/05/202614 min<p>The U.S. indicted former Cuban President Raúl Castro 30 years after two civilian planes were shot down near the island nation. Luc Cohen of <a href="https://apple.news/AhuRtzrR3TNiaqm4Dt2vT8g">Reuters</a> breaks down what the charges signal about U.S.-Cuban relations.</p> <p>China’s President Xi hosted Putin a week after Trump’s visit to Beijing. The <a href="https://apple.news/AjYRoJXdVRvSWzFX5DS0S1g">Wall Street Journal</a>’s Lingling Wei explains why Xi hosted the U.S. and Russian leaders so close together.</p> <p>‘The Late Show With Stephen Colbert’ <a href="https://apple.news/AAAa9zULlSkWiMS9QbrwPDw">ends</a> this week. <a href="https://www.cnn.com/2026/05/18/media/stephen-colbert-cbs-paramount-final-week-late-show">CNN</a>’s Brian Stelter joins to discuss the show’s legacy.</p> <p>Plus, police who protected the Capitol on January 6 <a href="https://apple.news/ANBMgJ17CSQy6WUQJL2z6tA">sue</a> to block Trump’s political-compensation fund, Elon Musk’s SpaceX <a href="https://apple.news/AMvVaK3EFSVaSeVU46r-zoQ">files</a> for an IPO, and former congressman and liberal stalwart Barney Frank has <a href="https://apple.news/Ad-qFWLhGTfSdfhJkba0HXg">died</a>.</p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.</p>
Trump sued the IRS. Now it’s banned from auditing his past tax returns.
20/05/202613 min<p>House Republican Thomas Massie is paying the price for defying the White House after he lost his Kentucky primary to a Trump-backed candidate. <a href="https://apple.news/A4xXMnGEMQCG4iT_9XJ-w9Q">The Wall Street Journal</a> has analysis for last night’s result.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></p> <p>As part of a lawsuit settlement, the IRS is “forever barred” from investigating past tax claims against Trump. Eric Tucker of <a href="https://apple.news/A6F-M5smHRk-Fm5L57ZC5OQ">The Associated Press</a> joins to discuss how the settlement is tied to a compensation fund for people who believe they’ve been wronged by the Justice Department. <span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></p> <p>Fractures forming between justices on the Supreme Court could affect consequential cases pending before the court. <a href="https://apple.news/A9jMIEi-WQDOMtQSlhW8fqQ">Bloomberg</a>’s Greg Stohr explains why some justices are speaking out publicly in ways they may not have in the past.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></p> <p>Plus, new <a href="https://apple.news/AhGhV9PzKQEuWHVNf-SUgUg">details</a> have emerged about the shooting at a San Diego mosque, the Senate issues a <a href="https://apple.news/AhX4Rc4tYQGadmtFDAAX6Xw">rare rebuke</a> of the Iran conflict, and Arsenal’s drought atop the Premier League is <a href="https://apple.news/AmrPDoNfpRQSmgA4zLiUO7g">over</a>.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.</p>
What Trump’s approval ratings say about his hold on the GOP
19/05/202617 min<p>Rep. Thomas Massie, a Republican critic of Trump, faces a <a href="https://apple.news/A1F3TqN6MTIWDFJE_7g9H1g">primary</a> challenge today. Amy Walter of the Cook Political Report joins to discuss how the president’s falling approval ratings are affecting some primary races.</p> <p>In response to an Ebola outbreak, the U.S. has temporarily barred foreign travelers from entry if they’ve been to Congo, Uganda, or South Sudan recently. Helen Branswell of <a href="https://apple.news/ANmbhZYiiQPGyVMuxWBmpyQ">Stat</a> breaks down the international response to the outbreak.</p> <p>Elon Musk lost his lawsuit against OpenAI’s Sam Altman. <a href="https://apple.news/AkkgpIk0EQ-e2YLwQly8Vww">The Verge</a>’s Elizabeth Lopatto explains what the decision means for the AI landscape.</p> <p>Plus, three people were killed in a shooting at a San Diego <a href="https://apple.news/A5964EClnQmi2HdDDUIFxug">mosque</a>, why Trump set up a fund to <a href="https://apple.news/AsY9M1h7gRDe72SQZH8-WNQ">compensate</a> political allies, and how airplane repo men are <a href="https://apple.news/AWCsqx1AoRByWJebPlFGRYw">collecting</a> Spirit Airlines jets.</p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.</p>
How another Republican targeted by Trump lost a primary
18/05/202617 min<p>Louisiana Sen. Bill Cassidy is the latest Republican targeted by Trump to lose in a primary. <a href="https://apple.news/Ar5sJ67A-Th-NpQFXSrK02g">Bloomberg</a>’s Rachel Cohrs Zhang explains how Cassidy lost his bid for reelection.</p> <p>Judges across the country have ruled against the Trump administration more than 10,000 times in immigration cases. <a href="https://apple.news/ALIGUI_f2RQyY_HEqyOEAEQ">Politico</a>’s Kyle Cheney breaks down the losses.</p> <p>Iran’s internet blackout is putting an immense strain on the everyday lives of Iranian citizens. Golnar Motevalli of <a href="https://apple.news/A9aPZaIiNTQCwqAUsk2rCSg">Bloomberg</a> joins to discuss the toll the outage is taking.</p> <p>Plus, an <a href="https://apple.news/AyoyMTD4nSIm2eCRBnQOXKQ">outbreak</a> of Ebola has hit Congo and Uganda, Trump’s ballroom suffered another <a href="https://apple.news/AKJCwVkEFSty6jEmb12MuGA">setback</a>, and a new Mount Everest <a href="https://apple.news/AadlfM58ETvORAJkTZzYmfQ">record</a> was set.</p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Yasmeen Khan.</p
How one Supreme Court decision could shift political power for decades
16/05/202625 min<p>From<a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/apple-news-in-conversation/id1577591053?i=1000767822608"><em> Apple News In Conversation</em></a>: At the end of April, the Supreme Court’s ruling on <em>Louisiana </em>v.<em> Callais</em> significantly weakened the Voting Rights Act. The decision made it easier for states to legally draw districts that reduce the voting power of Black voters and other minority groups. In response, several Republican-controlled Southern states have moved to redraw their congressional maps. Adam Serwer, a staff writer at <a href="https://apple.news/ALTNabt1rRAqn3HXIXWSpLQ" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><em>The Atlantic</em></a><em>, </em>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 help explain this pivotal moment and the long history of voting rights in America.</p>
Vessels attacked in the Strait of Hormuz as sailors grow desperate
15/05/202616 min<p>Two ships were hit in a fresh round of strikes in the Strait of Hormuz. The <a href="https://apple.news/A2NBMUTVrQHeRqbwCm6iYoA">Wall Street Journal</a>’s Joe Parkinson joins to discuss the dire conditions faced by sailors stuck in the region.</p> <p>The Supreme Court’s recent decision on redistricting could shift political power for decades. On this week’s <a href="https://apple.news/AzsnKqv5PSK20KBuoLTxa5g">Apple News In Conversation</a>, The Atlantic’s Adam Serwer explains how the battle over electoral maps is reshaping American democracy.</p> <p>The mayor of Arcadia, California, will plead guilty to being an unregistered foreign agent for China. Rebecca Ellis of the <a href="https://apple.news/A2RjSkLOQSlqUixyX7mw7_A">Los Angeles Times</a> breaks down the case.</p> <p>Plus, the Supreme Court ruled that the abortion drug mifepristone can remain <a href="https://apple.news/AalV3tz3XTZOWvZ-ervHpow">available</a> by mail, the U.S. Border Patrol chief is <a href="https://apple.news/AEI1fx3obToK_QIhTuCC3rw">resigning</a>, and how AI <a href="https://apple.news/Apk3u99RnTUKDKCj2iSep5Q">broke</a> a 133-year-old Princeton tradition.</p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Yasmeen Khan.</p>
Trump touches down in Beijing — and gets a warning from Xi
14/05/202614 min<p>President Trump arrived in Beijing for a high-stakes meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping. Aamer Madhani from the <a href="https://apnews.com/article/trump-xi-china-iran-trade-a1d63a711a037472f5c1c330c2120bd5">Associated Press</a> is there.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></p> <p>Trump said he wants to suspend the federal gas tax but it will take an act of Congress to make that happen. <a href="https://apple.news/AM5PgBL6rR9-HROKnD69lWA">Politico</a>’s Andy Picon joins to discuss why some lawmakers are hesitant. <span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></p> <p>Meteorologists say a super El Niño could hit the globe this year. Ben Noll of <a href="https://apple.news/A2YhuYrD9Q8qz2A-SZdAVNA">The Washington Post</a> explains what scientist have learned from past El Niño events.</p> <p>Plus, the Senate <a href="https://apple.news/Av_WD6di0TTW47HhmRl0CuA">confirmed</a> Kevin Warsh as the new Fed chief, disgraced lawyer Alex Murdaugh’s double-murder conviction was <a href="https://apple.news/AFGspV2xBQjCVgA-kkqribw">overturned</a>, and FIFA <a href="https://apple.news/AufnzyaC6TCiPUsACafXguA">reveals</a> the lineup for the first ever World Cup half-time show.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.</p>
Inflation is soaring. How consumers are feeling the squeeze.
13/05/202616 min<p>Inflation hit its highest rate in close to three years, driven by the war with Iran. Andrew Ackerman of the <a href="https://apple.news/AKNz1VUg-SAGoOIkewfigFg">Washington Post</a> breaks down how rising costs are squeezing consumers.</p> <p>Many of the American passengers who were aboard the cruise ship struck by hantavirus are now in a specialized quarantine facility in Nebraska. The <a href="https://apple.news/AENB9HfjkSIG4QQUcVPi0UA">Washington Post</a>’s Lauren Weber explains what life is like on the inside.</p> <p>British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is under intense pressure to step down. <a href="https://apple.news/AGSEg0d_7RSWH-z3Zhnqo6Q">Reuters</a> reports on how his potential downfall comes less than two years after he ushered in one of the biggest parliamentary majorities in the U.K.’s modern history.</p> <p>Plus, Trump’s FDA commissioner <a href="https://apple.news/Ay5myr1LqQMehnrODi-p_jg">resigned</a>, the NBA’s <a href="https://apple.news/AGWl3puq3TLGjVmLMIrxiIg">first</a> openly gay player has died, and why some college grads aren’t <a href="https://apple.news/A3O1hQ155Q3u470Lagk7RMA">optimistic</a> about AI as they enter the job market.</p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.</p>
Trump heads to China for high-stakes talks — but Iran looms large
12/05/202617 min<p>President Trump is set to visit Beijing this week for a high-stakes meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping. Trevor Hunnicutt of <a href="https://apple.news/ASmUd-wqGRP28Dir2HGLQFg">Reuters</a> joins to discuss what to expect from the summit.</p> <p>The war with Iran is hitting U.S. farmers in especially hard. Kayla Steinberg of<a href="https://apple.news/ABPO4lGL0T16F1I6RXNdGsw"> NBC News</a> breaks down how the rising costs of fuel and fertilizer are presenting them with big challenges.</p> <p>After drastically shortening its training program for new recruits, ICE will now restore previous standards. The <a href="https://apple.news/ABDyqSZwTQm6HotkAg5lTnA">Washington Post</a>’s Sarah Blaskey joins to discuss how training will change.</p> <p>Plus, the Supreme Court cleared the way for Alabama to <a href="https://apple.news/AgH36DuJkQ8GeEPaUI0D0cg">redraw</a> its map, Trump said he supports <a href="https://apple.news/AJzp7E_EdTRmDJiG4olErfA">suspending</a> the federal gas tax, and NBC’s Savannah Guthrie is taking on a new <a href="https://apple.news/AfBB86xltQmKszmvem1dUDA">role</a>.</p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.</p>
“Totally unacceptable”: Trump rejects Iran’s latest negotiation offer
11/05/202613 min<p>President Trump firmly <a href="https://apple.news/ACDRNJoFrRk2w3hwENyC1uA">turned down</a> Iran’s counter proposal to restart negotiations with the U.S. to end the war. <a href="https://apple.news/AzKDoqfKZTuubLew9ogDxsw">The Wall Street Journal</a> reports Iran’s nuclear program is a main sticking point.</p> <p>Virginia’s Supreme Court rejects a referendum result to redraw the electoral map in Democrats favor, as <a href="https://apple.news/A3ARI2wo8Q6i3gXyH46KnKg">USAToday</a> reports. And <a href="https://apple.news/AxL6ZFRbKQW-YbRAjWCS0tg">Politico</a>’s Alec Hernandez explains how wins for Trump-backed candidates in Indiana is putting pressure on Republicans elsewhere to redraw their maps.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></p> <p>Health Security Robert F. Kennedy Jr. announced a number of initiatives aimed to wean Americans off of antidepressants. <a href="https://apple.news/AgCqK0zu2R7Cf0d1cEOVyvw">The Wall Street Journal</a>’s Liz Whyte breaks down what the new steps entail.</p> <p>Plus, authorities found and <a href="https://apple.news/A8VDempKXQ7ObPhoqWSuQCg">identified</a> the body of an American soldier who went missing in Morocco, the <a href="https://apple.news/A1rjI8ZjXQbqk_TO3GdL7Wg">passengers</a> of the cruise ship struck by hantavirus are heading home, and the first-round World Cup game that’s <a href="https://apple.news/AoywWHxSFQfSUe0cHUIENXQ">more expensive</a> than the Super Bowl.</p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Gideon Resnick.</p>
Rebroadcast: They work full-time jobs. Why are they homeless?
9/05/202640 min<h2></h2> <p>From <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/apple-news-in-conversation/id1577591053"><em>Apple News In Conversation</em></a>:<em> This week, Brian Goldstone was awarded a Pulitzer Prize for his book, </em>There Is No Place for Us<em>, which is featured in this episode from our archives.</em></p> <p>Millions of Americans cannot afford housing despite working full-time jobs. They live in cars, shelters, or extended-stay hotels and often don’t qualify for assistance programs. Journalist and anthropologist Brian Goldstone follows five Atlanta families who are stuck in this cycle in his new book, <a href="https://books.apple.com/us/book/there-is-no-place-for-us/id6504841282" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><em>There Is No Place for Us: Working and Homeless in America</em></a>. Goldstone reveals how these parents and children are prevented from securing housing by steep rents, red tape, and predatory schemes. He spoke with <em>Apple News In Conversation </em>host Shumita Basu about how this crisis arose and ways to address it.</p>
How the world is racing to contact trace a rare virus
8/05/202616 min<p>Health officials are rushing to complete contract tracing of passengers onboard the cruise ship struck with an outbreak of hantavirus. <a href="https://apple.news/APH3BCdIMSZeYp8forfY4Sw">Stat</a>’s Helen Branswell joins to discuss what experts are looking out for.</p> <p>After Trump launched Project Freedom, Saudi Arabia and Kuwait barred the U.S. from using their bases and airspace. The <a href="https://apple.news/ACV7-PxgdS_iUOfKfmR4_EA">Wall Street Journal</a>’s Shelby Holliday explains why the two Gulf countries have since reversed course.</p> <p>Many thought the Sphere in Las Vegas would be a failure after huge budget overruns and construction delays. The <a href="https://apple.news/AsmiVPt6KTgilHPj7mnaUJQ">Wall Street Journal</a>’s Katherine Sayre details how the popular venue bucked expectations.</p> <p>Plus, a federal court ruled that Trump’s latest tariffs are <a href="https://apple.news/AQXMfNeeWScCw02FSIwQ6eg">unjustified</a>, Tennessee <a href="https://apple.news/A3U6x1evxTSSotMaeLUt-Jg">passed</a> the first new congressional map since the Supreme Court’s Voting Rights Act decision, and Sir David Attenborough <a href="https://apple.news/AjJvsXNt8TAybNmNqKVB91Q">is celebrating</a> a milestone birthday.</p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.</p>
The U.S. and Iran inch closer to peace talks. What to know.
7/05/202615 min<p>The U.S. and Iran are working on a memorandum of understanding to begin negotiations on ending the war. The <a href="https://apple.news/ACakChqg9RxqIiyJ6bKF02w">Wall Street Journal</a>’s Benoit Faucon breaks down the details.</p> <p>Victory Day, Russia’s celebration of the defeat of Nazi Germany, takes place on Saturday. Samya Kullab of the <a href="https://apple.news/AXRoEymJoSBCmr6UtFU1F9g">Associated Press</a> joins to discuss why Russia is worried about how Ukraine might disrupt its most important secular holiday.</p> <p>Travel forecasts for 2026 indicated that demand would be high for air travel. The <a href="https://apple.news/AWh_fSDFxTLaMLUQfsD9yvA">The Wall Street Journal</a>’s Alison Sider explains how a jet-fuel crisis is now becoming a challenge for airlines.</p> <p>Plus, a federal judge released a <a href="https://apple.news/AmaFCuqimRHa_lwo-_VEPxw">purported</a> suicide note from Jeffrey Epstein, Secretary of State Marco Rubio is <a href="https://apple.news/AvrDF6bj8T_qw-dvXiLY6Gw">visiting</a> the Vatican, and how nostalgia is driving a millennial <a href="https://apple.news/AlbO3ibRgSwiZfCR5P92L_Q">obsession</a> with a lunchtime staple.</p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.</p>
Trump reverses course on helping ships transit the Strait of Hormuz
6/05/202615 min<p>President Trump said his recently announced plan to help ships cross the Strait of Hormuz is now on pause. <a href="https://apple.news/Awa3y6dM1Sz-bkAXnis3l3A">The Hill</a> reports that the move came hours after U.S. officials said combat operations in Iran have concluded.</p> <p>Three people died on a cruise ship after an outbreak of deadly hantavirus. Tim Cocks of <a href="https://apple.news/AopnWpPG8T8C_OaBrd-SIXQ">Reuters</a> joins to discuss what went on aboard the ship.</p> <p>A vast array of American schools use YouTube for educational purposes. The <a href="https://apple.news/AcUSjGSKSQuyIcLshuRLxwQ">Wall Street Journal</a>’s Shalini Ramachandran explains how the Google-owned platform integrated so deeply into the education system.</p> <p>Plus, Republicans <a href="https://apple.news/AaPDPKRZATJCBawfBnDUNKw">proposed</a> $1 billion for White House security improvements, at least five Trump-backed candidates <a href="https://apple.news/ApwUnr74BTomkeKlwNVWbRw">ousted</a> fellow Republicans in an Indiana primary, and why hotel rooms for the World Cup aren’t <a href="https://apple.news/AxMyJoBFgSVeA9FaRc47HHw">filling</a> up as fast as expected.</p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.</p>
Fresh attacks in the Gulf threaten the fragile truce with Iran
5/05/202616 min<p>Tensions flared in the Gulf as Trump’s efforts to guide stranded ships through the Strait of Hormuz began. <a href="https://apple.news/ACoEyCtWuTRKgT3KdVu_rFw">The Guardian</a>’s Julian Borger breaks down how the operation has raised the stakes in the region.</p> <p>Indiana Republicans who defied Trump on redistricting face primary challenges today. <a href="https://apple.news/AyhUxinP1SDaBP5OGJE1Yzg">NPR</a>’s Tamara Keith joins to discuss why voters are fed up with the negativity surrounding the campaigns.</p> <p>New clinical trials showed promising results in the fight against pancreatic cancer. <a href="https://apple.news/AyyuSIUCXTJiHi1eFXHi0cw">The Washington Post</a>’s Carolyn Johnson explains why two new treatments are giving patients hope.</p> <p>Plus, the Secret Service <a href="https://apple.news/ATI_uEp7FSniDW2uuwBwZPQ">shot</a> a man near the White House, a <a href="https://apple.news/AAjcgoE-7QPCAk0iK2TQqrw">freeze</a> on visa applications for foreign doctors has been lifted, and this year’s Pulitzer Prizes were <a href="https://apple.news/AgfdXkFC8TWGHqbwgNQbatQ">announced</a>.</p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.</p>
Why Spirit Airlines abruptly shut down
4/05/202616 min<p>Spirit Airlines suddenly shut down over the weekend after a failed bailout attempt by the U.S. government. <a href="https://apple.news/AJ9e1Ig2AQ7Ce9zhtf9pTyw">CNBC</a>’s Leslie Josephs breaks down the factors that led to the budget airline’s closure.</p> <p>Trump says the U.S. will guide ships through the Strait of Hormuz as the competing blockades continue. Meanwhile, the president is withdrawing troops from Germany as he criticizes Europe’s response to the war. <a href="https://apple.news/As1lXl-bEQwyhAHJvsFxixA">The Washington Post</a>’s Noah Robertson explains.</p> <p>Several Republican states could move to change their congressional voting maps after the Supreme Court’s recent Voting Rights Act decision. <a href="https://apple.news/Aj1-4EbUTTpe_x_KVRttm4g">NPR</a>’s Hansi Lo Wang joins to discuss how it might change the makeup of Congress.</p> <p>Plus, drugmakers have <a href="https://apple.news/AwHdU_h3kTNSkA_LccsFQzA">asked</a> the Supreme Court to preserve mail access to a common abortion drug, a hantavirus <a href="https://apple.news/ANrEWCQhcQVWZGLSTDRiQtQ">outbreak</a> on a cruise ship caused three deaths, and <I>The Devil Wears Prada 2</I> starts the summer movie <a href="https://apple.news/AJSjXUmauQ9SBw0dCktf43w">season</a> with a strong box-office showing.</p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.</p>
The real reason American men are struggling
2/05/202628 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>: The headlines say that American men are in crisis. But what does that actually mean — and what does it look like up close? Journalist Jordan Ritter Conn spent five years inside the lives of four different men to find out. His new book, <a href="https://books.apple.com/us/book/american-men/id6749525006" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><em>American Men</em></a>, explores the gap between masculine ideals and the reality of men’s lived 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> sat down with Ritter Conn to talk about what those four lives reveal about masculinity, inadequacy, and what the national conversation about men keeps getting wrong.</p>
Trump hits a pivotal 60-day milestone in the Iran war
1/05/202616 min<p>Today is the 60-day deadline for Trump to seek congressional approval for the war in Iran. <a href="https://apple.news/A0iADOaMtQDOpl-sIidQV8A">Semafo</a>r’s Burgess Everett breaks down how Trump might skirt that deadline and whether lawmakers will intervene.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></p> <p>The House passed a bill to fund the Department of Homeland Security Thursday, ending the longest partial government shutdown in U.S. history. <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-04-30/house-votes-to-end-dhs-shutdown-as-threats-of-airport-chaos-loom">Bloomberg</a>’s Erik Wasson joins to discuss the winners and the losers.</p> <p>Maine Governor Jane Mills ended her Senate campaign saying she lacked the campaign funds to continue. Patrick Whittle of <a href="https://apple.news/Aj20cSlqXTe6DVQeIoeDPlA">The Associated Press</a> explains what her departure means for the critical Senate race.<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></p> <p>Plus, Trump <a href="https://apple.news/ACThABC6DTRa4H2hOMyvvKw">abandoned</a> his nominee for Surgeon General, the operators of Camp Mystic won’t <a href="https://apple.news/AL1O0w4S6TQ-VUxnhb8Mf1w">seek</a> a license renewal, and why Banksy’s latest work is causing a <a href="https://apple.news/AjzlFf7x5PZqAm2BtD4kvkQ">stir</a> in London.</p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.</p>
Fed Chair Powell delivers surprises in his final announcement
30/04/202616 min<p>The Supreme Court dealt a significant blow to the Voting Rights Act. The <a href="https://apple.news/A8Oj3aheKTie55MPDDSkiCg">Wall Street Journal</a>’s James Romoser breaks down how the decision could affect redistricting efforts and upcoming elections.</p> <p>Former FBI Director James Comey appeared in court after being indicted for a second time. Eric Tucker of the <a href="https://apple.news/A9BkF6K_mRi6rmu2bPEgktg">Associated Press</a> unpacks the charges against him.</p> <p>Jerome Powell will stay on at the Federal Reserve board after his term as chair expires next month. <a href="https://apple.news/A2BeXN0H4RaKbNriB69pdYQ">NPR</a> reports that Powell says his decision was motivated by recent attacks on the institution’s independence.</p> <p>Plus, a top Pentagon official puts a <a href="https://apple.news/AIq1RfVstQEitEQZHyJJJCQ">price tag</a> on the Iran war, the breakaway LIV Golf league is losing <a href="https://apple.news/Ah_I4ea63TL-Ti63pbcEM6Q">funding</a> from Saudi Arabia, and the <a href="https://apple.news/Awj4TYjwASGG46rvnjkmplw">$50 movie ticket</a> has arrived.</p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.</p>
Elon Musk takes on OpenAI’s CEO in a bitter court battle
29/04/202614 min<p>A blockbuster trial between Elon Musk and OpenAI CEO Sam Altman is underway. David Ingram of <a href="https://apple.news/A6wc4-BmqSlaPJ5IxXOwaIQ">NBC News</a> breaks down the first day in court.</p> <p>The Federal Reserve will convene today and share its third rate decision for the year. It will also likely mark Jerome Powell’s final meeting in charge. Chris Rugaber of the<a href="https://apple.news/Ab3AsrfPRRCeBIX2Ey1JYZg"> Associated Press</a> joins to discuss from the central bank.</p> <p>The United Arab Emirates says it is leaving the oil cartel OPEC just as gas prices in the U.S. spike as a result of the blockades at the Strait of Hormuz. The <a href="https://apple.news/A61to7jhZRSO5BS8EhdoU_Q">Wall Street Journal</a>’s Benoit Faucon explains how the U.S. blockade has forced a massive production backup in Iran.</p> <p>Plus, King Charles III <a href="https://apple.news/AiwVbvnheRFSJZMXwlmIv0A">addressed</a> a joint meeting of Congress, James Comey is under <a href="https://apple.news/A5VJf9NTFT92gzw0ryRBh3g">indictment</a> again, and how Pablo Escobar’s notorious <a href="https://apple.news/AAMmsAWuqQumwSt6KJVNGyA">hippos</a> might soon be rescued.</p> <p>Today’s episode was hosted by Cecilia Lei.</p>
