Podcast · 147 episodes
The Opinions, page 5
by The New York Times Opinion · English
You've heard the news, here's what to make of it.
All episodes, page 5
Are Post-Trump Politics Emerging?The episode discusses the significant implications of the recent election results for both Democrats and Republicans, particularly in the context of President Trump's influence on the Republican…8 Nov 2025 · 41 min
How Should Trump Approach China? A Debate.In this episode of The Opinions, host Ariel Kaminer facilitates a debate between Oren Cass, founder and chief economist of American Compass, and Jason Furman, economist at Harvard and former chairman…5 Nov 2025 · 36 min
America's Next Story: Senator Bernie SandersDavid Leonhardt, Editorial Director of Times Opinion3 Nov 2025 · 33 min
Congress Is Dying in Real TimeThe current state of the U.S. Congress amid a government shutdown and broader legislative dysfunction.1 Nov 2025 · 36 min
We Need to Rethink How We Think About the HolocaustEm Gessen, Columnist for The New York Times31 Oct 2025 · 23 min
People Still Want to Get Married. Why Aren't They?A mix of voices from New York Times Opinion discussing current news and societal trends.29 Oct 2025 · 19 min
America's Next Story: Jill LeporeIn this episode of "The Opinions," host David Leonhardt engages in a deep conversation with Harvard historian Jill Lepore about the current state of American politics, the challenges of civic…27 Oct 2025 · 30 min
Trump Has a Religion. What Do Democrats Have?The episode features a discussion on various political issues, including Zohran Mamdani's mayoral run, gerrymandering, and the No Kings protests.23 Oct 2025 · 31 min
America's Next Story: Senator Ruben GallegoDavid Leonhardt, Editorial Director at New York Times Opinion20 Oct 2025 · 34 min
There Is No Trump Without the SouthA show that provides analysis and opinion on current news events.18 Oct 2025 · 39 min
What Trump’s Peace Deal Really Means for GazaIn this episode of *The Opinions*, host Dan Wakin speaks with Diana Buttu, a former adviser to the Palestine Liberation Organization, to analyze the implications of President Trump’s recent peace…15 Oct 2025 · 30 min
America’s Next Story: Pete ButtigiegIn this episode, David Leonhardt interviews Pete Buttigieg, the former Transportation Secretary, as he discusses the future of the Democratic Party and America's potential next narrative.14 Oct 2025 · 38 min
Who Can Stop a President Deploying Troops?You've heard the news, here's what to make of it.11 Oct 2025 · 35 min
Tom Friedman on the Only Way to Solve the Israel-Hamas WarTom Friedman on the Only Way to Solve the Israel-Hamas War8 Oct 2025 · 16 min
America’s Next Story: Trumpism After TrumpAmerica’s Next Story: Trumpism After Trump6 Oct 2025 · 31 min
‘If You Don’t Want This Consequence, Don’t Vote for Republicans’In this episode, recorded on Day 4 of the current government shutdown, New York Times Opinion columnists David French, Jamelle Bouie, and Michelle Goldberg discuss the implications of this political…4 Oct 2025 · 38 min
The ‘Thursday Murder Club’ Author Wants Us to Rethink AgingIn this episode of *The Opinions*, host Michelle Cottle engages with British author Richard Osman, known for his best-selling *Thursday Murder Club* series.1 Oct 2025 · 27 min
Ken Burns on America’s Next StoryKen Burns on America’s Next Story29 Sep 2025 · 26 min
What a Book of Excuses Reveals About the Democrats’ FutureIn this episode, the hosts dive into Kamala Harris's new memoir, "107 Days," which they argue serves primarily as a book of excuses regarding her failed presidential campaign.27 Sep 2025 · 37 min
Trump Is America’s First Meme PresidentThe episode argues that Donald Trump has become “America’s first meme president” by changing how people speak and how social-media algorithms amplify attention.23 Sep 2025 · 27 min · 12 chapters
Elizabeth Warren on America's Next StoryElizabeth Warren discusses why her “economy is rigged” message gained traction, how Donald Trump adopted similar rhetoric but shifted to different policies, and what Democrats should do post-Trump.22 Sep 2025 · 38 min · 18 chapters
‘We’re in the Most Dangerous Point for Free Speech in America’The episode argues the Trump administration is entering a “most dangerous” era for free speech by using DOJ/FCC and allied institutions to punish “unfriendly” speech and political opposition,…20 Sep 2025 · 37 min · 12 chapters
Kennedy’s Vaccine Panel Is a CalamityACIP/CDC vaccine advisory votes under RFK Jr. and HHS—especially whether to limit MMRV (measles-mumps-rubella-varicella) and to change hepatitis B birth-dose guidance—plus broader concerns about…19 Sep 2025 · 31 min · 12 chapters
America Was Defined by a Story. It’s Time for a New One.The New York Times “The Opinions” launches a series on America’s national story, arguing that U.S. politics repeatedly changes through competing narratives.16 Sep 2025 · 11 min · 4 chapters