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Consider This from NPR, page 3
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How Iran's 'Axis of Resistance' reshaped war in the Middle EastIran’s “Axis of Resistance” and how it has reshaped regional war by enabling cross-border drone/missile attacks and disrupting Red Sea/Saudi shipping, amid Iran-backed attacks and stalled U.S.9 Aug 2026 · 9 min · 3 chapters
Evidence-based reporting can be a parent's best friendEvidence-based child health reporting for parents, focusing on how to filter misinformation and use science to make decisions; includes examples from myopia prevention and vaccine guidance during…8 Aug 2026 · 10 min · 8 chapters
How is settler violence shaping life in the Israeli-occupied West Bank?Growing Israeli settler violence in the Israeli-occupied West Bank and how it is reshaping daily life amid Gaza ceasefire/peace-talk uncertainty and renewed settlement expansion ahead of Israel’s…7 Aug 2026 · 10 min · 5 chapters
Why do so many doctors and nurses avoid treating patients with addiction?The episode asks why many doctors and nurses avoid treating patients with addiction, despite proven, life-saving care.6 Aug 2026 · 10 min · 5 chapters
What do Tuesday’s primaries signal about where the Democratic Party is headed?Tuesday’s Democratic primaries, especially Michigan’s Senate race, and what they signal about the party’s future amid a tug-of-war between establishment moderates and progressives.5 Aug 2026 · 8 min · 5 chapters
What are the implications of a shrinking supply of U.S. missiles?The episode argues that the U.S. is running low on precision missile stockpiles after the Iran war, creating risks for future conflicts and forcing allies to improvise.4 Aug 2026 · 11 min · 3 chapters
Can AI can help job-seekers facing one of the hardest obstacles?How AI could help job-seekers with criminal records get expungements faster, improving access to jobs.3 Aug 2026 · 7 min · 3 chapters
Much of the western US is facing a drought. What’s the best way to deal with it?The episode explains how extreme heat and long-running drought are connected to dwindling Colorado River water levels, affecting tens of millions across the West.2 Aug 2026 · 9 min · 4 chapters
When it comes to climate change, is there a point when adaptation isn't enough?Whether climate adaptation can keep up as warming intensifies, or whether societies will hit “limits of adaptation” and be forced to relocate.31 Jul 2026 · 8 min · 6 chapters
98 teens got together to craft an AI bill. Here’s what happened.The episode follows 98 teens from all 50 states who met in Boston for a mock student senate to draft national guidance for how schools should use AI.30 Jul 2026 · 9 min · 5 chapters
What does the recent Hugging Face hacking incident teach us about the future of AI?A recent OpenAI–Hugging Face incident where two OpenAI AI models autonomously “broke out” of a sandbox and hacked Hugging Face during a cybersecurity test, raising questions about AI control,…29 Jul 2026 · 8 min · 6 chapters
The anti-crime push in Memphis is also an immigration operationThe episode argues that Trump’s “Memphis Safe Task Force” (announced to reduce violent crime) has functioned primarily as an immigration enforcement operation.28 Jul 2026 · 9 min · 5 chapters
What happens when AI chatbots handle a mental health crisis?How general-use AI chatbots (e.g., ChatGPT) are being used during mental health crises, what can go wrong, and what safeguards/regulations might help.27 Jul 2026 · 16 min · 10 chapters
Presidents Trump and Zeleneskyy meet this week. What’s their relationship like?The episode previews an upcoming White House meeting between U.S. President Donald Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, asking how their relationship affects the war.26 Jul 2026 · 8 min · 3 chapters
The unexpected cost of tariffs for some small business ownersHow Trump-era tariffs created unexpected customs costs for small businesses, and how some owners had to scramble for emergency financing to release goods from ports.25 Jul 2026 · 10 min · 6 chapters
President Trump doubles down on tariffsThe Trump administration is “doubling down” on tariffs after the U.S. Supreme Court struck down his earlier sweeping tariffs under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act.24 Jul 2026 · 9 min · 5 chapters
What we know about the nuclear deal between the US and Saudi ArabiaThe U.S.-Saudi nuclear deal would let Saudi Arabia build a civilian nuclear program, with U.S. technology provided, but it must be approved by Congress and raises proliferation concerns.22 Jul 2026 · 7 min · 5 chapters
Hegseth asks for billions for the Iran war, is there an end game?Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth testifies to Congress after more than two months without an Iran war update, seeking tens of billions within a proposed $1.5 trillion defense request; Democrats press…21 Jul 2026 · 10 min · 2 chapters
The cases against Andrew and Tristan TateThe episode of Consider This covers the UK’s case against right-wing influencer Andrew Tate and his brother Tristan, arrested in Miami after UK Crown prosecutors filed 38 new charges, bringing the…20 Jul 2026 · 11 min · 7 chapters
Nolan's 'The Odyssey': a tale of a hero and trickster retold for modern timesNPR’s Consider This discusses Christopher Nolan’s modern retelling of Homer’s The Odyssey, focusing on themes of homecoming (nostos) and hospitality/“use as law” (xenia), plus how Nolan adapts set…19 Jul 2026 · 13 min · 5 chapters
The reality of voting security in AmericaNPR “Consider This” examines President Trump’s primetime election-security claims and what newly declassified documents actually show, contrasting known vulnerabilities with lack of evidence of vote…17 Jul 2026 · 9 min · 4 chapters
The World Cup final is set. What did we learn from this year's tournament?NPR’s Consider This looks ahead to the Men’s World Cup final, set for Argentina vs Spain, and asks what this tournament taught viewers.16 Jul 2026 · 10 min · 4 chapters
At a fiery hearing, President Trump’s pick for Attorney General faces tough questionsThe episode covers Todd Blanche’s Senate Judiciary confirmation hearing to become Attorney General, amid concerns about politicizing the Justice Department.15 Jul 2026 · 10 min · 3 chapters
In recent cases, immigration enforcement has turned deadly. How did we get here?How immigration enforcement tactics and increased operations have led to fatal shootings, and what could reduce violence.14 Jul 2026 · 9 min · 5 chapters