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11/08/19 • 12 min
The pro-democracy protests in Hong Kong took a dark turn this week, amid the death of a young student and two violent attacks on politicians. After five months of demonstrations, protesters and the government don’t look anywhere close to making nice. We’ll explain what continued unrest means for the city and its long-storied reputation. Meanwhile, former NYC Mayor Michael Bloomberg is thinking about getting into the 2020 presidential race. We’ll break down why Bloomberg’s path to 2020 could start in Alabama. Also on today’s show: new concussion research on female soccer players, and why the impeachment inquiry is starting to literally stink.
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01/13/22 • 34 min
First up: We’ve got the latest on how hospitals are coping with Omicron cases amid a staffing shortage, rising inflation (again), the latest scandal to hit top US universities, and Prince Andrew getting thrown some royal shade.
Then: The US and Russia are squaring off again – and these talks are giving people some major Cold War vibes. We’ll ask one expert why things are so tense right now, and why Putin’s got Team Biden running in circles.
ICYMI: Djokovic might be warming up for the Australian open, but immigration officials still haven’t decided if he should even be in the country. We’ll bring you up to date on the twists and turns of Djokovic’s Australian visa drama.
Next: The debate over the filibuster is back and if you forgot exactly what the filibuster even is...you’re not alone. We’ll run through a quick definition, and break down both sides of the spicy debate over changing it.
Finally: At theSkimm, we do New Year’s resolutions a little differently. Today, we’ll fill you in on one of the ways we’re getting smarter this year: making sure our paycheck deductions are going to the best health insurance and retirement options.
P.S. Here’s what all those acronyms for different kinds of retirement plans actually mean.
On this episode, you’ll hear from:
- Andrea Kendall-Taylor, senior fellow and director of the Transatlantic Security Program, Center for a New American Security
- Marsha Barnes, personal finance expert and founder, The Finance Bar
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06/09/22 • 37 min
- First: We’ve got the context on this week’s headlines: what to look out for in the Jan. 6 hearings, the latest on gun control legislation, and the gymnasts who are seeking $1 billion from the FBI.
- Next: Primary elections are chugging along. And there’s one industry that’s making its mark with political donations this election season – crypto. We’ll explain which candidates crypto execs are supporting and why the industry’s got skin in the political game...in 60 seconds.
- ICYMI: As we wait for the final SCOTUS ruling on Roe v. Wade, we sat down with the President and CEO of the Center for Reproductive Rights to understand what we can expect if Roe is overturned, who will be most impacted, and what other rights would be threatened by the decision.
- Finally: A tick whose bite could give you a red meat allergy might be coming to a summer BBQ near you. We talk to an expert to understand how worried we should be. And two women who are learning to live with their new allergies.
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On this episode, you’ll hear from:
- Nancy Northup, president and CEO, Center for Reproductive Rights
- Candice Matthis, blogger, Two Alpha Gals
- Debbie Nichols, blogger, Two Alpha Gals
- Dr. Scott P. Commins, associate professor of medicine and pediatrics, University of North Carolina School of Medicine
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11/11/21 • 37 min
First up: Nine people died in a stampede at Travis Scott’s Astroworld music festival last weekend. We called up one local reporter who was on the scene to explain what happened, whether this tragedy could have been prevented, and what it means for live music.
Next: Congress finally passed its $1.2 billion infrastructure bill. We’ve got the details on how the money’s gonna be spent.
Then: The U.N.’s climate talks are starting to wrap up. We’ll talk to a climate reporter about what new commitments countries brought to the negotiations, as well as what they didn’t.
ICYMI: We’ve got a roundup of some of this week’s biggest stories, from Nicaragua’s elections and Belarus’ border to how a hand signal learned on TikTok saved a life.
Plus: We’ll break down this week’s top business headlines, including the U.S. welcoming back foreign visitors and why everyone from Amazon to Spectrum is begging you to work for them.
Finally: We’ve got an infrastructure bill, but we’re still waiting on its counterpart: the social spending bill that, at one point, contained paid family leave. We’ve got an update on what’s holding it up.
P.S. Here’s how to do the TikTok hand signal for distress, and here’s the research on why wish-lists for gifts are better for everyone.
On this episode, you’ll hear from:
- Joey Guerra, music critic, The Houston Chronicle
- Juliet Eilperin, deputy climate editor, The Washington Post
- Dr. Carolyn Rubenstein, psychologist
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01/06/22 • 33 min
First up: We’ve got the latest on school closures across the country, COVID-19 boosters for teenagers, the jury’s verdict in the Elizabeth Holmes trial, and Apple hitting $3 trillion dollars.
Next: Verizon and AT&T’s 5G rollout is threatening to ground planes in major cities all over the US. We’ll break down why — and how the airlines and mobile networks plan to fix it.
Then: One year ago today, rioters stormed the Capitol building in DC. We’ll ask two experts: what’s happened since then? And what’s being done to make sure nothing like this ever happens again?
Plus: Biden’s got beef with the meat industry. We’ll explain why a few major meatpackers have got the President’s attention.
Finally: It’s been 20 years since the first Harry Potter movie hit theaters. We’ll talk to one journalist about the legacy of those movies - and what the HBO anniversary special left on the cutting room floor.
On this episode, you’ll hear from:
- Molly Reynolds, senior fellow, Governance Studies, Brookings Institute
- Seamus Hughes, deputy director, George Washington University Project on Extremism
- Karla Rodriguez, pop culture reporter, Complex
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03/17/22 • 38 min
- First: We’ll start this week by speaking to someone inside the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv. We've got an inside look at emotions on the ground, the latest on US involvement, and where the war could go from here.
- Next up: With Putin playing mind games on his own turf, we’ll take a look at the information iron curtain in Russia.
- ICYMI: The Fed announced it’s raising interest rates .25%. We’ll explain why this small step for the Fed is actually a big move for the economy – and your wallet.
- Then: Europe and China are seeing major spikes in COVID cases, all thanks to a new “Stealth” variant of Omicron. We’ll explain what you need to know about Omicron’s evil twin.
- Finally: Formula One’s appeal is twofold: it’s a high-speed sport with Housewives-level drama. We’ll cover the global car racing competition, its geopolitical controversies, and its glamorous destinations. And the drivers? Let’s just say they’re...hot wheels.
On this episode, you’ll hear from:
- Jane Ferguson, correspondent, PBS NewsHour, contributor, The New Yorker
- Alessandra Stanley, co-editor, AirMail
- Jean Yung, reporter, Market News International
- Carrie Battan, staff writer, The New Yorker
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09/22/22 • 33 min
- First: We’re giving you the context on this week’s biggest headlines, including: another interest rate hike, storm damage in Puerto Rico, new anxiety screenings coming to a doctor's office near you, and growing protests in Iran.
- Then: Picture this: it’s 2014. You’re anxiously waiting for another episode of Serial to drop in your podcast feed. Fast forward to this week: a major development drops in the Adnan Syed case. We’ll skimm Syed’s case, why Serial put his case in the spotlight, and why it’s back in the news...in 60 seconds.
- Next: After several governors sent migrants to Martha’s Vineyard, NYC, and DC, “immigration” and the “border” are being Google-searched more than “abortion” and “inflation”. We call up an expert to help cut through the noise about what’s really happening at the border, whether there’s actually a border “crisis”, and what the federal government is doing to help.
- Finally: It was all pomp and circumstance at the Queen's funeral. But have royal funerals always been so fit for a queen? We talk to a reporter to learn how royal funerals have changed over time, get a vibe check on the UK, and what’s to come from the monarchy under King Charles.
On this episode, you’ll hear from:
- Kristie De Peña, vice president of policy and director of immigration, The Niskanen Center
- Erin Vanderhoof, staff writer and co-host of Dynasty, Vanity Fair
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02/10/22 • 34 min
Suit up, Skimm’rs. This week, we’re all about the competition: Winter Olympics drama. The Super Bowl, which, yes, we’re watching for the ads. And big tech, where some power players are trying to avoid a losing streak. Plus, the latest on protests in Canada’s capital and mask mandate rollbacks.
- First: We’ve got updates on a landmark #MeToo bill that passed in Congress, which states are relaxing their mask mandates, the controversy over Florida’s “don’t say gay” bill, escalating protests over COVID restrictions in Canada, and (sorry, have to) inflation.
- Next up: From Meta’s massive losses to Spotify’s Joe Rogan headache to Peloton’s job cuts, some of Silicon Valley’s former stars are having a bad year so far. Tech journalist and podcast host Kara Swisher puts it all in context.
- Then: Crypto’s the new kid on the block(chain) this Superbowl Sunday. We explain how the industry’s using Superbowl ads as a moment to go mainstream.
- Plus: The shooting death of Amir Locke by Minneapolis police has put a new spotlight on no-knock warrants. What are they, and why are they a target for reform? University of Chicago law professor Shannon Fairley explains. Here’s theSkimm’s guide on police reform.
- Finally: Figure skating has been delivering big-time Olympic drama this week, from huge firsts to the doping scandal sequel nobody was looking for. Joining us to break it down are former star skaters and Olympic medalists Ashley Wagner and Scott Hamilton.
On this episode, you’ll hear from:
- Kara Swisher, host of Sway, co-host of Pivot, and a tech columnist for the New York Times
- Shannon Fairley, professor from practice, University of Chicago Law
- Ashley Wagner and Scott Hamilton, former Olympic figure skaters and commentators for Peacock
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06/23/22 • 39 min
- First: We’ve got the context on this week’s headlines: the biggest takeaways from the Jan. 6 hearings, an update on the bipartisan gun deal and the police response in Uvalde, Biden’s push for a gas tax holiday, and the devastating earthquake in Afghanistan.
- Next: Before SCOTUS leaves for summer recess, it’s dropping rulings on cases it heard this year. We sat down with a legal expert to get the TLDR on what they’ve released so far, including a controversial second amendment case that’s creating shockwaves through US cities.
- ICYMI: Across the pond, thousands of UK rail workers went on strike. All aboard as we break down why rail workers are walking out, and why it could be bad news for Boris Johnson...in 60 seconds.
- Also: We’re kicking off a new segment, Ask Skimm This. As the economy seems to be cooling off, CEOs are tightening the reins. So: does that mean workers can say goodbye to WFH? We’ll ask an expert.
- Finally: Some businesses are taking employees on the trip of a lifetime. Think: taking psychedelics with your coworkers to get the creative juices flowing. We'll ask a reporter who investigated this trend WTF is going on. And whether or not psychedelics might be making an appearance at a workplace near you.
PS: Calling all Skimm This listeners. If you have a question for us — about the news, work, or life — call and leave us a voicemail at (929) 266-4381. We can’t wait to hear from you.
On this episode, you’ll hear from:
- Caroline Polisi, lecturer in law, Columbia University
- Vivian Giang, senior staff editor, The New York Times
- Natasha Loder, health policy editor, The Economist
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12/16/21 • 33 min
First up: We’ve got the latest on the tornado damage in Kentucky, Congress raising the debt ceiling, and the big USA Gymnastics settlement.
Then: This week, Congress passed the annual National Defense Authorization Act, funding the military for the next year. But this year’s bill was different. We’ll break down a major change that’s meant to curb sexual assault in the armed services.
ICYMI: The Golden Globes nominations dropped this week... and basically no one cared. We’ll get into how the award ceremony’s scandal-tainted history is affecting its cultural relevance.
Next: Experts say Omicron is about to surge here in the US. We called up Dr. Anthony Fauci, director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases, to answer our questions about staying safe over the holidays.
Plus: It seems like no-one can stop talking about inflation. Including the Federal Reserve, who met this week to try to lower prices. But while we wait for new policies to kick in, we’ve got some expert advice on how to rework your budget in the meantime.
Finally: Peloton got some bad press after the first episode of the ‘Sex And The City’ reboot aired... and the workout-from-home company fired back with its own ad. We’ll ask a marketing expert: how much trouble did this actually cause for Peloton?
P.S. Here’s what you can do to help victims of the recent tornadoes in the Midwest and the South.
On this episode, you’ll hear from:
- Kelly Kennedy, managing editor, The War Horse
- Dr. Anthony Fauci, director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases
- Marguerita Cheng, Certified Financial Planner
- Whitney Headen, CEO, 19th and Park creative agency
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How many episodes does Skimm This have?
Skimm This currently has 486 episodes available.
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The podcast is about News and Podcasts.
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The episode title 'Dark and Stormy: Hong Kong Protests, Concussion Research, Impeachment Smells' is the most popular.
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The average episode length on Skimm This is 20 minutes.
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Episodes of Skimm This are typically released every 1 day, 23 hours.
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The first episode of Skimm This was released on Mar 4, 2019.
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