Shortages are on the way. President Trump says children must live with fewer dolls and the rest of us have to adapt, too.
This episode was produced by Miles Bryan, edited by Jolie Myers, fact-checked by Laura Bullard, engineered by Andrea Kristinsdottir and Patrick Boyd, and hosted by Noel King.
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How deportation broke the courts
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When Border Patrol comes to town
Donald Trump’s campaign promise of mass deportations helped him win. But the reality of enforcement is hitting people hard. Even in red states. This episode was produced by Peter Balonon-Rosen, edited by Miranda Kennedy, fact checked by Dustin DeSoto and Andrea Lopez-Cruzado, eng ... Show More
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AI is gossiping about you
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1h 3m
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AT&T, Charlie Rose & 'Coco' - Tuesday, November 21st, 2017
<p>All the news you need to know for Tuesday, November 21st, 2017! </p> <p>Today we're talking about the U.S. suing AT&T and the eight accusations against well-known TV host Charlie Rose.</p> <p>Plus: a Trader Joe's recall, Uber's plan for self-driving cars and the Pixar film <em ... Show More
6m 57s
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Why your health insurance is so expensive
It’s open enrollment season, and new health insurance premiums are causing sticker shock around the country. So how do you pick a health care plan that won’t break the bank? This episode was produced by Avishay Artsy and Danielle Hewitt, edited by Jenny Lawton, fact-checked by Me ... Show More
30m 24s
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Tax Bill, Trump Robot & Lady Gaga - Wednesday, December 20th, 2017
All the news you need to know for Wednesday, December 20th, 2017! Today we're talking about the tax bill moving forward + the hiccup causing the House to vote again today. Plus: President Trump's robot, Lady Gaga goes to Vegas and how you can order a burger with your face. All ... Show More
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