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Podcast: Diplomats, Experts Convene in Bonn to Address Climate Change, the "Fight for Our Lives" 2019-06-19

Diplomats, Experts Convene in Bonn to Address Climate Change, the "Fight for Our Lives"

The talks follow the publishing of a report that called climate change an "existential threat" to human civilization by 2050 if it is not adequately addressed. 

How Mexican Officials are Amping Up Their Immigration Enforcement

Human rights activists see this as Mexico's President stepping back on campaign promises.

A Look at the Juneteenth Hearing on Slavery Reparations Bill

Slavery reparations have entered the mainstream political discourse. We take a look at a congressional hearing on a bill that would move it forward.

Not All Female Athletes Play to the Male Gaze

After getting a league of their own, W.N.B.A players embrace a fashion sense of their own.

Other segments: 

Lack of Prescription Medication for Jail Inmates Tied to Suicide Deaths in Lock-Up

Increasing rates of substance abuse and decreased access to mental health treatment, have further complicated the issue that is no longer accounted for as it once was. 

Podcast: Diplomats, Experts Convene in Bonn to Address Climate Change, the "Fight for Our Lives" 2019-06-19

Podcast: 2019-05-08 As Uber Prepares to Go Public, Drivers Across the Country Strike

As Uber Prepares to Go Public, Drivers Across the Country Strike

Drivers are demanding better pay, as the company stands to reap $10 billion after its long-awaited IPO.

Treasury Secretary Refuses Congressional Request to Hand Over Trump's Tax Returns 

Mnuchin said the request lacked a “legitimate legislative purpose” and that he could not authorize the release as a result. 

'It's So Hard:' Military Spouses on the Challenges of Having a Career 

When we asked Takeaway listeners in military families about the biggest challenges they face, many of you said finding employment as a spouse. 

Podcast: 2019-05-08 As Uber Prepares to Go Public, Drivers Across the Country Strike

Hearing on White Nationalism Gives Platform to Extreme Views

Hearing on White Nationalism Gives Platform to Extreme Views

Testimony on containing white nationalism got side-lined by partisan infighting that resulted in little agreement on the notion of extremism. 

Georgia Bill to Regulate Journalism an 'Opportunity' for Dialogue

A bill in Georgia would force reporters to turn over their notes for an ethical review. It's likely not going to pass, but it's a wake-up call for journalists.

New York Islanders' Shannon Hogan on Breaking Gender Barriers in Sports Broadcasting

This season, Shannon Hogan was joined on the MSG Network by an all-women team of analysts, a first for a pro-sports team.

Guests:

Heidi Beirich

Andy Campbell

Stephen Fowler

Shannon Hogan

Hearing on White Nationalism Gives Platform to Extreme Views

Facebook Promises To Combat Divisiveness and Improve Privacy. Again.

Facebook Promises To Combat Divisiveness and Improve Privacy. Again. 

Mark Zuckerberg called for increased oversight to help reign in harmful content and fake news, as well as improve privacy.

Governor Ralph Northam Returns to the Public Eye Following Scandal

Virginia's Governor, Lt. Governor and Attorney General all faced scandal, yet all remain in their jobs. What happens from here and how do Virginian's feel about it?

In Hulu's "Shrill," a Fat-Phobic World Is the Punchline 

Shrill, based on the Lindy West memoir of the same name, explores the personal story of a self-described fat woman in pursuit of her own lost power.

Guests:

Issie Lapowsky

Corey D.B. Walker

Samhita Mukhopadhyay

Facebook Promises To Combat Divisiveness and Improve Privacy. Again.

Is Facebook Too Big? Amid Repeat Offenses, Global Regulators Suggest Breaking Up the Social Media Giant

Is Facebook Too Big? Amid Repeat Offenses, Global Regulators Suggest Breaking Up the Social Media Giant

Mark Zuckerberg was noticeably absent from a meeting in the UK on Tuesday, where regulators from nine countries demanded answers.

Facebook's Sheryl Sandberg Faces Criticism, But Is It Fair?

Facebook's number two executive Sheryl Sandberg is coming under increasing criticism from multiple directions.

What's Ahead for the U.S. and China at the G20 Summit?

On Monday, President Trump threatened more tariffs if a trade deal is not reached.

Art in Orbit? Astronomers Say: No Way

A huge inflatable sculpture is headed for orbit. But does art belong in space? Astronomers say no. We hear why.

Guests:

Tim Wu

Tony Romm

Issie Lapowsky

Alex Lawson

Jackie Faherty

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Is Facebook Too Big? Amid Repeat Offenses, Global Regulators Suggest Breaking Up the Social Media Giant