Slate Magazine Daily Podcast

Slate: The An Apple a Day Keeps the Taxes Away Gabfest

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Fri, 24 May 2013 04:30:00 +0000

Slate's Political Gabfest, featuring David Plotz, John Dickerson and Emily Bazelon. This week: Apple has a big Irish bank account, Obama has a new drone policy and education reform has a new critic.

The Culture Gabfest: Prog Bots Into Darkness Edition

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Wed, 22 May 2013 05:15:53 +0000

Stephen Metcalf, Dana Stevens and June Thomas talk "Star Trek" with Matt Yglesias, discuss the new Daft Punk album "Random Access Memories" and debate the mind-numbing qualities of Google glass.

Hang Up and Listen: The Falling Into the Truth Edition

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Mon, 20 May 2013 20:18:00 +0000

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss the success of big men in the NBA playoffs, the life and beliefs of Phil Jackson, and the Kings staying in Sacramento. Bruce Knecht also joins to talk about the dangers of the America’s Cup.

Stranger Than Fiction: Alastair Reynolds

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Mon, 20 May 2013 04:30:00 +0000

Tim Wu talks with Alastair Reynolds, a science fiction writer who is the author of the Revelation Space novels and many short stories. Stranger Than Fiction is a co-production of Slate and the New America Foundation.

Slate: The Barack Obama is Richard Nixon Gabfest

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Fri, 17 May 2013 04:30:00 +0000

Slate's Political Gabfest, featuring David Plotz, John Dickerson and Emily Bazelon. This week: Obama's second-term scandal trifecta, including the DOJ's snooping on reporters. Plus, the murder conviction of abortion doctor Kermit Gosnell.

The Culture Gabfest: Luhrmania Edition

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Wed, 15 May 2013 07:00:00 +0000

Stephen Metcalf, Dana Stevens and June Thomas discuss Baz Luhrmann's "The Great Gatsby," Marc Maron's new IFC series "Maron" with David Haglund and get to the bottom of Time Magazine's Millennials trend piece.

Hang Up and Listen: The Dodgeball Dodgetorum Edition

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Mon, 13 May 2013 21:58:00 +0000

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca are joined by TNT’s Steve Kerr to discuss the Bulls-Heat series and what makes a great shooter. Sports Illustrated’s Jon Wertheim joins to talk about Venus and Serena. Finally, they debate the future of gym class.

Stranger Than Fiction: Margaret Atwood

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Mon, 13 May 2013 04:00:00 +0000

Tim Wu talks with Margaret Atwood, a speculative fiction writer and literary critic who is the author of such books as The Handmaid's Tale and The Blind Assassin. Stranger Than Fiction is a co-production of Slate and the New America Foundation.

Slate: The "Is Anyone Too Fat to Be President?" Gabfest

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Fri, 10 May 2013 06:32:00 +0000

Slate's Political Gabfest, live from Cambridge, MA, featuring David Plotz, John Dickerson and Emily Bazelon. This week: Obama's "red line," the modern surveillance state, and Christie's weight.

The DSM and the Unmaking of Psychiatry, Live at Politics and Prose

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Thu, 09 May 2013 04:00:00 +0000

Gary Greenberg discusses The Book of Woe: The DSM and the Unmaking of Psychiatry. Live at Politics & Prose is a co-production of Slate and Politics & Prose Bookstore in Washington, D.C.

The Culture Gabfest: This is a Movie About Hope Edition

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Wed, 08 May 2013 03:49:59 +0000

Slate's Stephen Metcalf, June Thomas and Dana Stevens discuss "Iron Man 3," Stephen Soderbergh's "State of the Cinema" address and the new Comedy Central show "Inside Amy Schumer."

Hang Up and Listen: The Sandpaper, Pine Tar, and Hair Gel Edition

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Mon, 06 May 2013 21:02:00 +0000

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss the NBA playoffs, including Stephen Curry’s great shooting and the Thunder without Russell Westbrook. They also talk about Clay Buchholz and the spitball, and Spelman College’s decision to drop sports.

Stranger Than Fiction: Cory Doctorow

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Mon, 06 May 2013 03:00:00 +0000

Tim Wu talks with Cory Doctorow, a science fiction writer and copyright activist who is the author of such books as Little Brother and Homeland. Stranger Than Fiction is a co-production of Slate and the New America Foundation.

The Slate Audio Book Club: Swann's Way

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Sat, 04 May 2013 16:00:00 +0000

Emily Bazelon, David Haglund, and Meghan O'Rourke celebrate the 100th anniversary of the first volume of Marcel Proust's In Search of Lost Time.

Slate: The "Whoops, Did I Really Just Hand the 2000 Election to Bush?" Gabfest

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Fri, 03 May 2013 04:30:00 +0000

Slate's Political Gabfest, featuring David Plotz, John Dickerson and Emily Bazelon. This week: Gitmo gets a hunger strike, the FAA gets a furlough fix and Justice O'Connor gets regretful.

DoubleX Gabfest: The Give Your Baby a Spear Edition

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Thu, 02 May 2013 02:17:31 +0000

Listen to Slate’s show about breast cancer awareness, sympathy for the Boston bomber and Nicholas Day’s new book, Baby Meets World.

The Culture Gabfest: ...but Mostly Pain Edition

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Wed, 01 May 2013 06:57:10 +0000

Slate's Stephen Metcalf, June Thomas and Dana Stevens discuss Michael Bay's latest film "Pain and Gain," talk about morning TV with the New York Times' Brian Stelter, and ponder the Amazon's new TV show pilots.

Hang Up and Listen: The “And I’m Gay” Edition

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 23:05:00 +0000

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca are joined by Sports Illustrated’s Franz Lidz to discuss Jason Collins’ decision to come out. They also examine the popularity of the NFL Draft and speak with Puck Daddy’s Greg Wyshynski about the NHL playoffs.

Stranger Than Fiction: Neal Stephenson

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Sun, 28 Apr 2013 21:26:00 +0000

Tim Wu talks with Neal Stephenson, a science fiction writer and author of such books as Anathem and Snow Crash. Stranger Than Fiction is a co-production of Slate and the New America Foundation.

Slate: The That Dime Bag Will Be $14.50 with Tax Gabfest

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 04:30:00 +0000

Slate's Political Gabfest, featuring David Plotz, John Dickerson and Emily Bazelon. This week: Debating Miranda, assessing Obama and taxing Mary Jane.

What My Mother Gave Me, Live at Politics and Prose

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 07:00:37 +0000

Elizabeth Benedict, editor of What My Mother Gave Me, along with contributors Eleanor Clift and Susan Stamberg. Live at Politics & Prose is a co-production of Slate and Politics & Prose Bookstore in Washington, D.C.

The Culture Gabfest: A Rhythm of Liquids Edition

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 04:27:46 +0000

Slate writers Stephen Metcalf, Dana Stevens and June Thomas speak with Mason Currey about his book, "Daily Rituals," discuss the Sundance TV series "Rectify" and unpack the theories behind the camp aesthetic with Slate's Bryan Lowder.

Hang Up and Listen: The Cross Between Akili Smith and Aaron Brooks Edition

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 22:24:00 +0000

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca talk about the Boston bombings and how marathons will change going forward, the first round of the NBA playoffs, and the stereotyping of black quarterback prospects.

Slate's Table to Farm #8: Dueling Quesos Edition

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 02:00:00 +0000

Laura and Dan learn about the dairy industry when they speak with author Kirk Kardashian, then find out exactly how cheese is made from Elizabeth Chubbuck of Murray's Cheese. Each guest reveals their cheese guilty pleasure (spoiler alert--Elizabeth's is far guiltier) then Laura cooks up two quesos, one a Velveeta-based concoction from her childhood, the other a queso blanco made from scratch.

Slate: The What a Horrible, Horrible Week Gabfest

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Fri, 19 Apr 2013 04:48:00 +0000

Slate's Political Gabfest, featuring David Plotz, John Dickerson and Emily Bazelon. This week: The Boston Marathon bombing and the media, plus the defeat of the background check gun bill.

DoubleX Gabfest: The Fapstronaut Edition

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Thu, 18 Apr 2013 04:30:00 +0000

In this week’s Gabfest, DoubleX editor Hanna Rosin joins Slate senior editor Dan Kois and New Republic staff writer Noreen Malone to discuss the Philadelphia “house of horrors” abortion story, the movement of men who want to stop masturbating, and the crisis of American child care.

The Culture Gabfest: The Mason Dixon Needs Some Fixin' Edition

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 06:45:18 +0000

Stephen Metcalf, Dana Stevens and June Thomas speak with Slate's Aisha Harris about the song "Accidental Racist," discuss Bitcoin with Slate tech writer Farhad Manjoo and then examine the new HBO series "Vice."

Hang Up and Listen: The Golfier Than Thou Edition

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 22:34:00 +0000

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca talk about Tiger Woods’ illegal drop at the Masters and Kobe Bryant’s torn Achilles’ tendon. They also interview Ralph Branca, Jackie Robinson’s teammate on the Brooklyn Dodgers.

Slate's Table to Farm #7: Focaccia Edition

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 02:00:00 +0000

Laura and Dan talk to Aaron Bobrow-Strain about the period in history when white bread was considered fancy and whole grain bread was considered unclean, and Aaron explains how that came to be and how perceptions changed. Then your hosts talk to Amy Scherber of Amy's Bread about the importance of flour and what she learned from the bread masters of France. Finally, Laura and Dan cook and eat some focaccia.

The Audio Book Club: Going Clear

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Sat, 13 Apr 2013 16:00:00 +0000

Slate critics Dan Kois, Hanna Rosin, and Meghan O'Rourke discuss Lawrence Wright's epic investigation into Scientology.

Slate: A Guy Named Plotz Makes Jokes About a Guy Named Weiner Gabfest

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 04:30:00 +0000

Slate's Political Gabfest, featuring David Plotz, John Dickerson and Emily Bazelon. This week: A gun bill gains momentum, the Obama budget courts controversy and Anthony Weiner wants redemption.

Gulp: Mary Roach, Live at Politics and Prose

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Thu, 11 Apr 2013 05:37:34 +0000

Author Mary Roach discusses her book, Gulp: Adventures on the Alimentary Canal. Live at Politics & Prose is a co-production of Slate and Politics & Prose Bookstore in Washington, D.C.

The Culture Gabfest: Pop Rocks in a Fanny Pack Edition

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 06:43:58 +0000

Slate contributors Stephen Metcalf, Dana Stevens and June Thomas discuss the passing of Roger Ebert, National Geographic's series about the 1980's and social class in Britain.

Hang Up and Listen: The Peg You in the Head with Basketballs Edition

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 21:22:00 +0000

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss the men’s and women’s Final Four and Brittney Griner’s NBA dreams. They also talk about the firing of Rutgers basketball coach Mike Rice. Finally, they’re joined by distance-running legend Bill Rodgers.

Slate's Table to Farm #6: Braised Pork Butt Edition

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 02:00:00 +0000

Laura and Dan talk with Bill Niman and Nicolette Hahn Niman, formerly of Niman Ranch, now of BN Ranch. Bill explains why pigs are the most interesting animals in the barnyard, and how a pig farmer can love an animal and still bring it to slaughter, while Nicolette discusses some of the environmental concerns specific to pigs. Then Laura and Dan learn about heritage pork and how the sausage is made when they interview Michael Yezzi of Flying Pigs Farm. Finally, Dan cooks and eats some pork butt.

Slate: The Give Us Your Tired, Your Poor ... But Not on the Basketball Court Gabfest

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 04:40:00 +0000

Slate's Political Gabfest, featuring John Dickerson, Emily Bazelon and Will Saletan. This week: Immigration reform, abortion restrictions and crossing the line in coaching sports.

DoubleX Gabfest: The Manteresting Edition

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Thu, 04 Apr 2013 01:54:19 +0000

In this week's Gabfest, Noreen Malone, Jessica Grose, and Seth Stevenson discuss cooking memoirs and feminism, writing about addiction, and Pinterest for dudes.

The Culture Gabfest: Auteurs Gone Wild Edition

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 05:18:49 +0000

Slate contributors Stephen Metcalf, Dana Stevens and June Thomas discuss the Hollywood flop "Heavens Gate," Bryan Lowder's Slate story about 'gaybros' and the art of book recommendations.

Hang Up and Listen: The Avert Your Eyes Edition

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 21:32:00 +0000

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss the NCAA regional finals and Kevin Ware’s broken leg. Louisville women’s coach Jeff Walz also joins to talk about his team’s shocking win over Baylor. Finally, they look at the state of baseball economics.

Slate's Table to Farm: Coca-Cola Cake Edition

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Mon, 01 Apr 2013 02:00:00 +0000

Laura and Dan welcome guests with very different perspectives on proposals to tax or restrict soft drink consumption. Kelly Brownell is a Yale professor, an expert on obesity, and one of the nation's leading proponents of soda taxes. Daniel Engber is a Slate columnist who questions whether taxing soda would be effective or fair. They each offer their views, then Laura and Dan discuss over Coca-Cola cake.

Slate: The Everybody's Back Hurts Gabfest

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Fri, 29 Mar 2013 04:30:00 +0000

Slate's Political Gabfest, featuring David Plotz, John Dickerson and Emily Bazelon. This week: Marriage equality, gun control and the disability epidemic.

"The Searchers": Live at Politics and Prose

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 05:28:15 +0000

Author Glenn Frankel discusses his book, The Searchers: The Making of an American Legend. Live at Politics & Prose is a co-production of Slate and Politics & Prose Bookstore in Washington, D.C.

The Culture Gabfest: Sprang Braake Forever Edition

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Wed, 27 Mar 2013 08:23:19 +0000

Slate's Dana Stevens, June Thomas and John Swansburg discuss the Phil Spector biopic on HBO, Harmony Korine's "Spring Breakers" and the life and legacy of Lew Wallace, Civil War general and author of "Ben-Hur."

Hang Up and Listen: They Might Be Giant Killers Edition

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 22:07:00 +0000

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca talk about Florida Gulf Coast and other NCAA surprises. Thurl Bailey also joins to discuss the ESPN documentary Survive and Advance, and Sports Illustrated’s Grant Wahl comes on to chat about U.S. men’s soccer.

Slate's Table to Farm #4: Apple Crisp Edition

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 01:45:32 +0000

Laura and Dan talk to self-proclaimed "apple nerd" Amy Traverso about the history of apples and how new varieties are created. Then your hosts explore ways to get local apples when they talk to a farmer and the founder of a startup called Farmigo. Finally, they play a game called Apple Variety or New England Town and cook and eat an apple crisp.

Slate: The "Is That Stephen Colbert?" Edition

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Fri, 22 Mar 2013 05:13:00 +0000

Slate's Political Gabfest live from New York City, featuring David Plotz, John Dickerson, Emily Bazelon and special guest Stephen Colbert. This week: Republican rebranding, the Steubenville rape case and leaning in.

DoubleX Gabfest: The Office Wife Edition

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Thu, 21 Mar 2013 03:44:00 +0000

In this week’s Gabfest, DoubleX editor Hanna Rosin joins New Republic staff writer Noreen Malone and Slate contributing writer Seth Stevenson to discuss the rise of the retro wife; Steubenville rape case; and how to find the perfect office wife.

The Culture Gabfest: I Remain Your Ever Fond Servant Edition

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 08:46:09 +0000

Slate's Dana Stevens, June Thomas and John Swansburg discuss the new crime drama "Top of the Lake," David Bowie's latest album and, fondly, the possible demise of the email signoff.

Hang Up and Listen: The Cinderella Man Edition

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 21:02:00 +0000

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss March Madness, including the top seeds’ vulnerability and gambling on the tourney. Belmont coach Rick Byrd also joins to illuminate life as an NCAA Cinderella. Finally, they assess the Big East’s demise.

Slate's Table to Farm #3: Tri-tip Steak Edition

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Mon, 18 Mar 2013 01:21:52 +0000

Laura and Dan speak with Chris Leonard from the New America Foundation about changes in the beef industry in recent decades and the impact on the meat that ends up on your table. Then your hosts visit a butcher shop in Brooklyn that's been in the same location for nearly a century to find out how those same changes have affected the butchering business and one store's clientele. Then Dan cooks a tri-tip steak and Laura watches him eat it.

Slate: The Gigantic, Delicious, Sugary Drink Gabfest

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 03:45:00 +0000

Slate's Political Gabfest, featuring Emily Bazelon, John Dickerson and David Plotz. This week: Obama goes up the Hill, Michael Bloomberg's soda law is overturned, and the selection of a new pope raises the question: Can religion and modernity coexist?

"Whitey Bulger": Live at Politics and Prose

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Thu, 14 Mar 2013 04:00:00 +0000

Authors Kevin Cullen and Shelley Murphy discuss their book, Whitey Bulger: America's Most Wanted Gangster and the Manhunt That Brought Him to Justice. Live at Politics & Prose is a co-production of Slate and Politics & Prose Bookstore in Washington, D.C.

The Culture Gabfest: Meat Your God Edition

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Wed, 13 Mar 2013 06:03:16 +0000

Slate's Dana Stevens, Stephen Metcalf and John Swansburg discuss History Channel's "The Bible," the results of VIDA count and the death of the American pun.

Hang Up and Listen: The Tough Stuff Edition

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Mon, 11 Mar 2013 22:02:00 +0000

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca are joined by Jay Bilas to discuss his new book Toughness. They also talk about the third World Baseball Classic. Finally, they speak with Ian Gordon about MLB’s role in Latin American countries.

Slate's Table to Farm: Frittata Edition

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Mon, 11 Mar 2013 02:00:00 +0000

Laura and Dan speak with Princeton bioethicist Peter Singer, author of Animal Liberation, about the ethics of eating eggs. Then they visit the Bed-Stuy Campaign Against Hunger, a group that's raising chickens in a back yard in Brooklyn to provide eggs to those in need. Finally they cook and eat a frittata with kale and feta and Laura explains why she loves frittatas.

Slate: The Screw You, Let's Have Lunch Gabfest

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 05:30:00 +0000

Slate's Political Gabfest, featuring David Plotz, John Dickerson and special guest Dave Weigel. This week: The Obama schmooze, the Paul filibuster and the Menendez prostitution scandal.

DoubleX Gabfest: The Join My Consciousness-Raising Circle Edition

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Thu, 07 Mar 2013 04:30:00 +0000

In this week’s Gabfest, DoubleX editor Hanna Rosin joins Slate managing editor Dan Kois and New Republic staff writer Noreen Malone to discuss Sheryl Sandberg's new book, Lean In, a harrowing photo essay on domestic violence and women journalists sleeping with their sources.

The Culture Gabfest: I Guess We Should Ask You for Money Edition

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Wed, 06 Mar 2013 07:13:00 +0000

Slate writers Dana Stevens, David Haglund and Forrest Wickman are joined by Mark Harris to discuss his piece for GQ on the leading man, Amanda Palmer's TED talk on crowdfunding and the PBS documentary "Makers: The Women Who Make America."

Hang Up and Listen: The Worm in North Korea Edition

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Mon, 04 Mar 2013 22:40:00 +0000

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca are joined by ESPN’s Dean Oliver to discuss the state of basketball stats. They also speak with economist Jeff Ely about sports ticket pricing. Finally, they talk about Dennis Rodman’s trip to North Korea.

Slate's Table to Farm #1: Seared Scallops Edition

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Mon, 04 Mar 2013 03:00:00 +0000

This new series, featuring Slate's L.V. Anderson and The Sporkful's Dan Pashman, reverse engineers the food chain, exploring the origins of what we buy, cook, and eat. In this episode Laura and Dan talk to a commercial fisherman, a shellfish farmer, and the organizer of a community supported fishery (CSF), then cook up some seared sea scallops.

The Audio Book Club: Arcadia by Lauren Groff

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Sat, 02 Mar 2013 17:00:00 +0000

Slate’s Dan Kois, Hanna Rosin, and David Haglund discuss Lauren Groff’s novel of a 1970s hippie commune.

Slate: The I'm Working from Home Gabfest

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 05:34:00 +0000

Slate's Political Gabfest, featuring David Plotz, John Dickerson and Emily Bazelon. This week: The sequester gets real, SCOTUS weighs the Voting Rights Act and Slate employees work from home.

Karen Russell, Live at Politics and Prose

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Thu, 28 Feb 2013 07:05:14 +0000

Author Karen Russell discusses her book of short stories, Vampires in the Lemon Grove. Live at Politics & Prose is a co-production of Slate and Politics & Prose Bookstore in Washington, D.C.

The Culture Gabfest: We Saw, You're a Boob Edition

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Wed, 27 Feb 2013 06:13:03 +0000

Slate critics Dana Stevens, Stephen Metcalf, Jody Rosen and David Haglund weigh in on the Oscars, the Harlem Shake meme and the HBO series "Enlightened."

Hang Up and Listen: The Twist My Arm Edition

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 22:46:00 +0000

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca are joined by Sports Illustrated’s Melissa Segura to discuss Danica Patrick and Ronda Rousey. Greg Wyshynski also joins to talk about the Blackhawks’ hot start. Finally, they create a taxonomy of sports bloopers.

Slate: The Sequestering Obama's Golf Game Gabfest

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Fri, 22 Feb 2013 05:33:00 +0000

Slate's Political Gabfest, featuring David Plotz, John Dickerson and Emily Bazelon. This week: Austerity approaches, SCOTUS considers campaign contributions and the president putts in private.

DoubleX Gabfest: The Don Henley Was Hot Edition

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Thu, 21 Feb 2013 02:51:40 +0000

DoubleX editors Hanna Rosin, Allison Benedikt and New Republic staff writer Noreen Malone to discuss the second season of Girls; female linguistic trends on Twitter; and Slate senior editor Emily Bazelon’s new book, Sticks and Stones.

The Culture Gabfest: Only Beyoncé Could Make me Not Like Beyoncé Edition

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Wed, 20 Feb 2013 05:53:35 +0000

Slate critics Dana Stevens, Stephen Metcalf and Slate Deputy Editor Julia Turner discuss Beyoncé's documentary, Kindling Quarterly, a new magazine on fatherhood and the Oscar-nominated documentary "Searching for Sugarman"

Hang Up and Listen: The Wrestling or Wushu Edition

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Tue, 19 Feb 2013 23:04:00 +0000

Stefan Fatsis and Mike Pesca talk wrestling and the Olympics with Around the Rings editor Ed Hula. Also, they discuss the pedestalizing of athletes and, finally, debate Native American images in sports with professor Ellen Staurowsky.

Special Announcement

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Sun, 17 Feb 2013 15:00:00 +0000

Lexicon Valley will be back with a run of all-new episodes in the spring.

Slate: The Send Them to the Glue Factory Gabfest

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Fri, 15 Feb 2013 06:26:00 +0000

Slate's Political Gabfest, featuring David Plotz, John Dickerson and Emily Bazelon. This week: Obama's SOTU, knowing when to retire (à la Pope Benedict XVI) and universal pre-k.

DoubleX Gabfest: The Live Love Edition

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 21:00:00 +0000

In this week’s special live Gabfest, DoubleX founding editor Hanna Rosin is joined by New Republic staff writer Noreen Malone and Slate's Dear Prudence columnist Emily Yoffe to discuss 50 years of The Feminine Mystique, how different kids react to test stress, and a special Prudie Q&A session.

Quiet: Susan Cain, Live at Politics and Prose

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Thu, 14 Feb 2013 05:00:00 +0000

Author Susan Cain discusses her book Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can't Stop Talking. Live at Politics & Prose is a co-production of Slate and Politics & Prose Bookstore in Washington, D.C.

The Culture Gabfest: Hump the Host Edition

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Wed, 13 Feb 2013 07:10:00 +0000

Slate's Dana Stevens, Stephen Metcalf and June Thomas discuss the Broadway revival of "Who's Afraid of Virginia Woolf?", the life and death of Aaron Swartz and the bigtime Oscar contender "Lincoln."

Hang Up and Listen: The How To Rig a Soccer Match Edition

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Mon, 11 Feb 2013 22:16:00 +0000

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss LeBron James’ and Kevin Durant’s historic seasons. Next, they examine soccer’s wide-ranging match-fixing scandal. Finally, they review MLB Network’s new reality TV series The Next Knuckler.

Slate: The Drone On Gabfest

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Fri, 08 Feb 2013 05:30:00 +0000

Slate's Political Gabfest, featuring John Dickerson, Emily Bazelon and special guest David Leonhardt, Washington bureau chief of The New York Times. This week: Obama's drone policy and his upcoming SOTU, plus Leonhardt's new eBook, Here's the Deal.

DoubleX Podcast: The Mrs. Carter Edition

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 07:00:00 +0000

In this week’s Gabfest, DoubleX managing editor Allison Benedikt joins New Republic staff writer Noreen Malone and Slate senior editor Dan Kois to discuss pop culture and (perhaps) feminist icon Beyonce; a recent New Yorker story about mass shooter Amy Bishop; and weight-loss myths.

The Culture Gabfest: 6 Seconds of My Life Manages to Bore Even Me Edition

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Wed, 06 Feb 2013 07:03:00 +0000

Slate's Dana Stevens, Julia Turner and Brow Beat blog editor David Haglund discuss Netflix's new series "House of Cards," the movie-making app Vine and gear up for the Oscars with "Silver Linings Playbook."

Hang Up and Listen: The Twirling a Hat on a Stick Edition

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Mon, 04 Feb 2013 22:39:00 +0000

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca recap all the craziness of Super Bowl XLVII, including the blackout, the 49ers’ near-comeback, and the Ravens’ intentional safety. They also discuss their favorite schoolyard games, from dodgeball to punch ball.

Scientology: Lawrence Wright, Live at Politics and Prose

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Sun, 03 Feb 2013 22:00:00 +0000

Author Lawrence Wright reads from and discusses his new book Going Clear: Scientology, Hollywood, and the Prison of Belief. Live at Politics & Prose is a co-production of Slate and Politics & Prose Bookstore in Washington, D.C.

The Audio Book Club: Pride and Prejudice

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Sat, 02 Feb 2013 17:00:00 +0000

Slate’s David Plotz, Julia Turner, and Seth Stevenson celebrate Jane Austen’s classic novel on its 200th birthday.

Slate: The Huddled Masses and David Plotz's Birthday Gabfest

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Fri, 01 Feb 2013 05:30:00 +0000

Slate's Political Gabfest, featuring David Plotz, John Dickerson, Emily Bazelon and special guest William Dobson. This week: Immigration reform and the recent unrest in Egypt. Plus, Emily's NYT Magazine piece on compensating the victims of child pornography.

The Afterword: Lawrence Wright on Scientology

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 02:30:00 +0000

June Thomas talks with Lawrence Wright, author of Going Clear: Scientology, Hollywood, and the Prison of Belief.

The Culture Gabfest: First, We Kill All the Cats Edition

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Wed, 30 Jan 2013 09:30:00 +0000

Slate critics Stephen Metcalf, Dana Stevens and Julia Turner discuss the song "Thrift Shop" with Jody Rosen, unpack Dana's coined phrase "artisenal horror" and discuss the end of cats.

Hang Up and Listen: The One Man’s Trash Talk Is Another Man’s Treasure Edition

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Mon, 28 Jan 2013 22:38:00 +0000

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca are joined by the Sporting News’ David Purdum to talk about gambling and the Super Bowl, discuss the fight-happy NHL with the New York Times’ Jeff Z. Klein, and examine the ethics of trash talking.

Lexicon Valley #26: The Fawth Flaw, Part II

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Mon, 28 Jan 2013 05:30:00 +0000

Bob Garfield and Mike Vuolo discuss R-dropping and the New York accent.

Slate: The Live in Washington, D.C. Gabfest

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Fri, 25 Jan 2013 05:30:00 +0000

Slate's Political Gabfest, featuring David Plotz, John Dickerson and Emily Bazelon. This week: Obama's second inaugural, filibuster reform and social media policy in the workplace. Plus, a special audience Q&A.

DoubleX Gabfest: The Michelle’s Bangs Edition

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Thu, 24 Jan 2013 04:05:39 +0000

In this week’s Gabfest, DoubleX editor Hanna Rosin joins New Republic staff writer Noreen Malone and DoubleX managing editor Allison Benedikt to discuss Michelle Obama’s inauguration style and evolution; how high school impacts our adult selves; and porn for women.

Slate Culture Gabfest: This is an Aztec Sacrifice of my Time Edition

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Wed, 23 Jan 2013 07:33:52 +0000

Slate critics Stephen Metcalf, Dana Stevens and Julia Turner discuss 'Zero Dark Thirty,' celebrity journalism and remember Pauline Phillips a.k.a. 'Dear Abby' with Slate columnist Emily Yoffe

Hang Up and Listen: The Catfish Got Your Tongue Edition

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Mon, 21 Jan 2013 22:58:00 +0000

Josh Levin and Mike Pesca discuss the 49ers’ and Ravens’ wins, Bill Belichick’s coaching moves, and Harbaugh vs. Harbaugh; Deadspin editor-in-chief Tommy Craggs joins to talk about the Manti Te’o hoax; and they assess Lance Armstrong’s Oprah interview.

George Saunders, Live at Politics & Prose

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Mon, 21 Jan 2013 03:00:00 +0000

Author George Saunders reads from and discusses his new story collection Tenth of December. Live at Politics & Prose is a co-production of Slate and Politics & Prose Bookstore in Washington, D.C.

Slate: The Elitist and Hypocrite Gabfest

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Fri, 18 Jan 2013 05:49:00 +0000

Slate's Political Gabfest, featuring David Plotz, John Dickerson and Emily Bazelon. This week: The likelihood of gun control, the suicide of Aaron Swartz and an inauguration preview.

The Afterword: Learning How To Look

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Thu, 17 Jan 2013 02:30:00 +0000

June Thomas talks with Alexandra Horowitz, author of On Looking: Eleven Walks With Expert Eyes.

The Culture Gabfest: Love and Death in a Fabulous Apartment Edition

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Wed, 16 Jan 2013 07:00:00 +0000

Slate critics Stephen Metcalf, Dana Stevens and Julia Turner discuss the Oscar-nominated film "Amour," the phenomenon of self-help and comedian Maria Bamford's "Special Special Special"

Hang Up and Listen: The Kneeling Bronco Edition

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Mon, 14 Jan 2013 22:09:00 +0000

Stefan Fatsis, Josh Levin, and Mike Pesca discuss the Broncos’ conservative play-calling, the Falcons’ near-collapse, and Colin Kaepernick’s historic rushing day. They are also joined by David Hirshey to talk about the late, great Richard Ben Cramer.

Lexicon Valley #25: The Fawth Flaw

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Mon, 14 Jan 2013 05:30:00 +0000

Bob Garfield and Mike Vuolo discuss a defining feature of the classic New York accent.

Slate: The One Trillion Dollars Gabfest

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Fri, 11 Jan 2013 07:24:00 +0000

Slate's Political Gabfest, featuring David Plotz, John Dickerson and Emily Bazelon. This week: An embattled Chuck Hagel, a debt ceiling coin and Obama's white men problem.

DoubleX Gabfest: The Do You Like The Way We Sound? Edition

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Thu, 10 Jan 2013 07:00:00 +0000

In this week’s Gabfest, DoubleX editor Hanna Rosin joins New Republic staff writer Noreen Malone and DoubleX managing editor Allison Benedikt to discuss Elizabeth Wurtzel’s mid-life confessional in New York magazine; male disdain for vocal fry; and the reaction to Hillary Clinton’s health scare.

The Culture Gabfest: Falling Off the Treadmill, Vomiting Edition

podcasts@slate.com (Slate Magazine) — Wed, 09 Jan 2013 11:29:48 +0000

Slate critics Stephen Metcalf, Dana Stevens, Julia Turner and columnist Daniel Engber discuss their favorite movies of 2012, NBC's "The Biggest Loser," and the decline of the shopping mall.