MSNBC’s Mehdi Hasan isn’t one to avoid arguments. He relishes them as the lifeblood of democracy and the only surefire way to establish the truth. Arguments help us solve problems, uncover new ideas we might not have considered, and nudge our disagreements toward mutual understanding. A good argument, made in good faith, has intrinsic value ― and can also si ... Show More
Today
Apple at 50 — and the War to Break Its Grip
Apple turns 50 this year—which is a good moment to ask how a scrappy computer company became one of the most influential forces in modern life. In Apple: The First 50 Years, David Pogue takes us inside the legends, the near-death moments, and the reinventions that built the Apple ... Show More
27m 3s
Yesterday
How to Do Great Work When Everything's Changing
Work today is more intense, more scrutinized, and more chaotic than ever — so how do you stay effective through it all? Melissa Swift, author of Effective, shares research-backed strategies for navigating four forces reshaping modern work. Plus: leadership coach Carol Kauffman (R ... Show More
26m 16s
Jun 1
Sibling Science: Why Brothers, Sisters Shape Us for Life
Sibling relationships are often our longest—and sometimes most complicated—connections. In today’s episode, we explore what siblings can teach us about identity, belonging, and who we become, drawing on new insights from Catherine Carr's recent book Who’s the Favorite? : The Lovi ... Show More
32m 42s
May 2023
Mehdi Hasan On How To Win Every Argument - Part 1
In this episode we bring you part one of our live event, 'How To Win Every Argument,' with renowned interviewer and debater Mehdi Hasan. Hosted by columnist, author, and broadcaster Jonathan Freedland, Hasan shares his tips and techniques for mastering the art of persuasion, whic ... Show More
29m 23s
Jun 2025
Win Hearts, Then Minds + Your Questions Answered on Identity and "Covering"
<p>There’s a saying that’s attributed to the Dalai Lama: in the practice of tolerance, one’s enemy is the best teacher. It’s a nice idea. But when people don’t share our values, it’s hard for us to tolerate theirs. This week, we bring you a favorite episode with sociologist <a hr ... Show More
1h 25m
Aug 2017
How to Debate... Yourself.
Think about your most strongly held political belief. How did you arrive at your position? What experiences, information, or opinions influenced you?
In the final installment of our summer podcast series on the state of political discourse today, we dive into an increasingly impo ... Show More
23m 9s
