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What happens if Trump tries to mess with the midterms?
President Trump routinely sows doubt in the credibility of elections in the United States — especially if he, or his allies, lose those votes. But with voting in this fall's midterms starting in just a few weeks, the president wants to change the ways Americans vote. We explore the risks to election integrity in these…
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Trump Launches Economic War On Canada & Iran
Take your personal data back with Incogni! Use code KCRW at the link below and get 60% off an annual plan: https://incogni.com/kcrw “Economic D-Day” – that’s how President Trump described his latest strategy in the Iran War. He’s promising to starve the country’s economy. A lot may rely on whether other countries play…
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216. The CIA’s Secret Meeting in Moscow - What’s Trump Hiding?
Why is Trump downplaying CIA Director John Ratcliffe’s visit to Russia? Is Trump going to withdraw US troops from Europe? And, what can America learn from Dolly Parton? Join Katty Kay and Anthony Scaramucci as they answer all these questions and more. Summer sale is here: get an annual membership for a third off with…
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What's going on with vote-by-mail?
President Trump has long railed against voting by mail, falsely claiming it is rampant with fraud. He signed an executive order earlier this year seeking to severely restrict the practice. The order is being challenged in courts, and with many developments in the case this week, we look at the status of vote-by-mail…
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215. Carney Has Taught the West How To Stand Up To Trump
Why did the US-Canada trade talks really collapse? Will other countries follow Canadian Prime Minister, Mark Carney, in standing up to Trump? And, are we entering a new era of military censorship? Join Katty Kay and Anthony Scaramucci as they answer all these questions and more. This episode is sponsored by eToro. As…
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Think Baseball Is Boring? The Savannah Bananas Are Here to Fix That.
Jesse and Emily Cole created the Savannah Bananas with a simple mission in mind: to make baseball as entertaining as possible. They introduced some innovations to America’s pastime, including twerking umpires, stilt-walking pitchers and TikTok-ready choreographed dance numbers. They tinkered with the rules of…
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The Iran War Weighs On Troop Morale & Voters’ Patience
Take your personal data back with Incogni! Use code KCRW at the link below and get 60% off an annual plan: https://incogni.com/kcrw The political lives of some Republicans literally depend on their carefully crafted messaging around an unpopular war and unpopular president. Many know they can’t abandon Trump, and…
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214. Did Trump Just Have His Worst Night In Politics?
Why do Trump-backed primary candidates keep losing? Can Darline Graham keep her late brother’s Senate seat in South Carolina? And, is Pete Hegseth’s wife really in charge of the Department of War? Anthony Scaramucci is joined by co-founder of MeidasTouch, Ben Meiselas, as they answer all these questions and more. This…
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213. Is Trump Planning A Nuclear Attack on Iran?
Is Oman Trump’s next target? Could he actually make the Strait of Hormuz a US territory? And, has Kim Jong Un played Trump? Anthony Scaramucci is joined by former White House Communications Director and host of MS NOW’s Deadline: White House, Nicolle Wallace, as they answer all these questions and more. Summer sale is…
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What Makes a Killer Thriller?
The New York Times Book Review recently released its list of the 50 best thrillers of the 21st century. To put it together, the team asked almost 300 authors and other experts to vote for the best heart-thumping, page-turning, white knuckle reads published since 2000. In this episode of “The Sunday Daily,” Natalie…
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Let’s Make Sense Of Democrats’ Conflicting Primary Results
Take your personal data back with Incogni! Use code KCRW at the link below and get 60% off an annual plan: https://incogni.com/kcrw Part of any midterm election year is trying to guess the larger trends to see how our politics are evolving in one direction or another. “Progressives are gaining momentum!” Except not in…
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How to Bounce Back When Everything Goes Wrong (Anthony Scaramucci)
*Doing It Anyway with Katty Kay* How can giving your power away make you a stronger leader? What is the best way of asking for advice? How can you stand out to an employer? Katty Kay is joined by Anthony Scaramucci to answer all this and more. Email: doingitanyway@goalhanger.com Video Editor: Kieron Leslie Social…
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212. Karoline Leavitt Out: Has Trump Just Lost His MAGA Mastermind?
Why did White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt leave her post, and was she forced out? Is there a demographic divide in America when it comes to having children? Why was Donald Trump smuggled into a military jet inside a catering truck? Join Katty Kay and Anthony Scaramucci as they answer all these questions and…
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211. AOC Is Breaking With The Democratic Socialists — Here’s Why
Is the Democratic Socialists of America movement falling apart? Are working class voters done with Trump? And, is the US really a capitalist country? Katty Kay is joined by co-host of the Prof G Markets podcast, Ed Elson, as they answer all these questions and more. Summer sale is here: get an annual membership for a…
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Is 'Gentle Parenting' Ruining French Children?
“Traditional” French parenting is built on a foundation of firm boundaries, strictness and punishment for misbehavior. Within these rules, children are also allowed freedom and autonomy, which some say results in both well-behaved children and stress-free parents. In recent years, though, American-style “gentle” or…
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The ‘Socialist’ Brand Helps Some Democrats…For Now
Progressive Democrat Abdul El-Sayed won Michigan’s Senate primary, but he’ll have to beat Republican Mike Rogers who wants to flip this seat for the GOP. Can El-Sayed and other progressive candidates win over independent voters this fall? Polls suggest they have a lot of work to do, with a lot at stake for Democrats.…
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How to Hack Your Nervous System (Kristin Neff)
Is perfectionism secretly sabotaging you? When is the right time to draw boundaries at work? And, why are competent women often judged more harshly than competent men? Katty Kay is joined by the world's leading research expert on self-compassion to answer all this and more. Email: doingitanyway@goalhanger.com Video…
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Can JD Vance Survive Donald Trump? (Part 1)
Is JD Vance Trump’s heir or Trump’s victim? How did his Appalachian upbringing shape his political identity today? And, why does his story resonate so strongly with working-class America? Join Katty Kay and Anthony Scaramucci as they answer all these questions and more. Listen to the full series: Sign up to become a…
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210. Todd Blanche’s Humiliating U-Turn: Will Trump Make Him Pay?
Is Trump’s ‘anti-weaponization fund’ finally dead? Can DC Attorney General, Jeanine Pirro, survive Trump’s reflecting pool tirade? And, what is really driving Abdul El-Sayed’s success in the Michigan Senate race? Join Katty Kay and Anthony Scaramucci as they answer all these questions and more. Summer sale is here…
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After Losing Her Limbs, Our Cooking Columnist Returns to the Kitchen
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…
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Affordability Rules the Midterms. Trump Calls It 'Made Up'
What does “affordability” mean, and who should we trust to deliver it? Democrats are pounding the affordability message hard, saying President Trump began a global tariff war and a war in Iran that have both pushed prices up for Americans. We’ll talk about what actual ideas Democrats are offering to bring relief. The…
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Why High Achievers Still Feel Like Frauds (Anne-Marie Imafidon)
Is there a cure to imposter syndrome? What’s the secret to walking into any room with confidence? And, do smart people really make more mistakes? Katty Kay is joined by computer scientist and founder of Stemettes, Anne-Marie Imafidon to answer all this and more. Email: doingitanyway@goalhanger.com Video Editor: Kieron…
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209. Netanyahu Vs Zelensky: Who Has Trump’s Ear?
Has the Trump-Netanyahu alliance reached breaking point? What was the real reason for Laura Loomer’s pivot on Ukraine? And, will California Governor Gavin Newsom’s recent scandal be his downfall? Katty Kay is joined by political journalist and managing editor of The Bulwark, Sam Stein, as they answer all these…
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208. Are the Democrats Too Broke to Win the Midterms?
What is the Democratic Party’s biggest challenge to beat Trump in the midterms? Does Troy Jackson stand a chance as Graham Platner’s replacement in Maine’s Senate race? And, should the White House Correspondents’ Dinner be cancelled next year? Join Katty Kay and Anthony Scaramucci as they answer all these questions…
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Why Do Some Memories Survive Dementia?
When Times reporter 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. Today, Ellen…
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The Midterm Impact Of Progressives, Election Deniers & Iran
Progressive Democrats are surging in primary elections across the country, but the party establishment is worried they’ll lose this November. Republicans think those progressives will be easier to beat, too. So how will this intra-party fight among Democrats play out and determine control of Congress? And why is the…
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The Leadership Mistake Almost Everyone Makes (Adam Grant)
*Doing it Anyway with Katty Kay* How can managers give advice people actually listen to? What's the best way to earn a promotion without burning out? And, could procrastination actually improve your work? Katty Kay is joined by organisational psychologist, Adam Grant, to answer all these questions and more. Email…
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207. Is Trump Preparing for a Ground Invasion of Iran?
Does Trump have any exit strategy for the Iran conflict? Why does the US keep making the same foreign policy mistake? And, are the Democrats able to fight against Trump’s election meddling in the midterms? Join Katty Kay and Anthony Scaramucci as they answer all these questions and more. Summer sale is here: get an…
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206. How Trump Is Using China to Sabotage the Midterms
Is Trump trying to engineer a 'hate election'? Is there any evidence Beijing interfered in the 2020 presidential election? And, has the FBI really been told to stop investigating ICE agents? Join Katty Kay and Anthony Scaramucci as they answer all these questions and more. Summer sale is here: get an annual membership…
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The World Cup Final Is Here
After a month of competition across North America and 103 matches, the 2026 World Cup is down to its final game. Spain and Argentina will meet this afternoon in a match expected to draw over one billion viewers around the world. Spain is hoping its well-oiled machine and young star can bring it its second World Cup…
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