On The Gist, Megan Abbott discusses her latest book, You Will Know Me, a psychological thriller set in the high-pressure world of elite women's gymnastics. In the Spiel, a send-off for John McLaughlin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Franklin Foer: Chronicling The Purged
Today on The Gist, what do UFO disclosures and covert strikes on Iran have in common? They are all part of the great distraction machine. Then, The Atlantic's Franklin Foer joins the show to discuss his recent project, The Purged. The conversation examines the quiet catastrophe o ... Show More
37 m
May 12
David Epstein: Thinking Inside the Box
Today on The Gist, breaking down how the UAE and Saudi Arabia have been secretly carrying out strikes on Iran, and what this means for U.S. ceasefire efforts, the global oil market, and the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. Then, bestselling author David Epstein returns to the s ... Show More
44m 55s
May 11
Kevin Williamson: The Psychotic State of Texas Politics
Today on the Gist, breaking down Energy Secretary Chris Wright's masterclass in dodging gas price predictions on Meet the Press amid the ongoing conflict with Iran. Then, The Dispatch's Kevin Williamson joins the show to discuss the eccentric, radicalized, and "just about psychot ... Show More
45m 55s
Dec 2022
Yvonn’a be startin’ something
Author Dr. Umar Johnson, comedian Sam Morril, and cultural commentator Kazeem Famuyide debate the week’s top stories with Charlamagne Tha God. Plus, actress Yvonne Orji is stopping by! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit po ... Show More
37m 45s
Jul 2023
BONUS: How a Disturbed, Psychopathic Doctor Created “Gender Identity”
Following her interview with Miriam Grossman, Liz shares even more from her talk with the author of “Lost in Trans Nation,” delving deeper into John Money’s troubling background, the psychological drivers of gender dysphoria, and therapy solutions for trans-identifying children.
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18m 37s