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On Point | Podcast podcast

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  WBUR  

Let's make sense of the world – together. From the economy and health care to politics and the environment – and so much more – On Point host Meghna Chakrabarti speaks with newsmakers and everyday people about the issues that matter most. On Point is produced by WBUR.

Let's make sense of the world – together. From the economy and health care to politics and the environment – and so much more – On Point host Meghna Chakrabarti speaks with newsmakers and everyday people about the issues that matter most. On Point is produced by WBUR.

 

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#500

Author Amy Tan's 'backyard bird chronicles'

Celebrated author Amy Tan doesn’t just write best-selling novels. She’s a passionate birder, too. Her new book on birding describes the wonder she sees looking out her window. About: On Point is WBUR’s award-winning, daily public radio show and podcast. Every weekday, host Meghna Chakrabarti leads provocative conversations that help make sense of the world. ... Read more

14 hrs Ago

47 MINS

47:23

14 hrs Ago

#499

Roundtable: What do ordinary Israelis want from their leaders?

More than six months since the Hamas attack on Israel, dozens of Israelis are still held hostage, over 30,000 Palestinians have been killed in Gaza, and there’s no peace in sight. Israelis on the future of Israel. About: On Point is WBUR’s award-winning, daily public radio show and podcast. Every weekday, host Meghna Chakrabarti leads provocative conversations that help make sense of the world. ... Read more

30 Apr 2024

46 MINS

46:54

30 Apr 2024

#498

Underground addiction care in Mexico -- and its spread to the U.S.

Across Mexico, thousands of illegal rehab centers treat patients with drug addiction, often holding them against their will. Now, these "anexos" -- informal, underground treatment facilities -- are here in the United States. About: On Point is WBUR’s award-winning, daily public radio show and podcast. Every weekday, host Meghna Chakrabarti leads provocative conversations that help make sense of the world. ... Read more

29 Apr 2024

47 MINS

47:25

29 Apr 2024

#497

Should the U.S. ban menthol cigarettes?

More than 80% of Black smokers smoke menthol cigarettes. The FDA is now pushing to ban the products, saying it will prevent death and disease. Phillip Gardiner and Alan Blum join Deborah Becker. About: On Point is WBUR’s award-winning, daily public radio show and podcast. Every weekday, host Meghna Chakrabarti leads provocative conversations that help make sense of the world. ... Read more

26 Apr 2024

46 MINS

46:43

26 Apr 2024

#496

The Jackpod: The company they keep

On Point new analyst Jack Beatty argues that Democrats are losing touch with working class voters. What could they do to change that? About: On Point is WBUR’s award-winning, daily public radio show and podcast. Every weekday, host Meghna Chakrabarti leads provocative conversations that help make sense of the world. ... Read more

26 Apr 2024

28 MINS

28:12

26 Apr 2024

#495

How Dallas tackled violent crime

The city of Dallas reduced its overall violent crime by 30% compared to this time last year. Its mayor and police chief credit the so-called “hot spot policing.” About: On Point is WBUR’s award-winning, daily public radio show and podcast. Every weekday, host Meghna Chakrabarti leads provocative conversations that help make sense of the world. ... Read more

25 Apr 2024

46 MINS

46:59

25 Apr 2024

#494

Justice Breyer's ear notch test for our constitution

Textualism, which sees a legal system's original structure as immortal, is the dominating philosophy on the court today. But retired Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer argues pragmatism, which considers consequences of legal decisions, is the better mindset. About: On Point is WBUR’s award-winning, daily public radio show and podcast. Every weekday, host Meghna Chakrabarti leads provocative conversations that help make sense of the world. ... Read more

24 Apr 2024

47 MINS

47:31

24 Apr 2024

#493

India’s high-stakes election

Elections in the world’s largest democracy are underway. Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s power is ascendant. But, like in other global democracies, so are concerns about religious nationalism and democratic decline. Ashutosh Varshney and Vivan Marwaha join Meghna Chakrabarti. About: On Point is WBUR’s award-winning, daily public radio show and podcast. Every weekday, host Meghna Chakrabarti leads provocative conversations that help make sense of the world. ... Read more

23 Apr 2024

47 MINS

47:07

23 Apr 2024

#492

How to move from languishing to flourishing

Languishing. That feeling of a lack of motivation or direction. Most people feel a sense of languishing at some point in their lives. So how do we move from languishing to flourishing? Sociologist Corey Keyes has spent his career trying to find the answer. About: On Point is WBUR’s award-winning, daily public radio show and podcast. Every weekday, host Meghna Chakrabarti leads provocative conversations that help make sense of the world. ... Read more

22 Apr 2024

47 MINS

47:34

22 Apr 2024

#491

A roadmap to better health for women

Physician Dr. Sharon Malone is on a mission to help women better manage their health in the American health care system. Her No. 1 tip from her book 'Grown Woman Talk' -- Be your best advocate. About: On Point is WBUR’s award-winning, daily public radio show and podcast. Every weekday, host Meghna Chakrabarti leads provocative conversations that help make sense of the world. ... Read more

19 Apr 2024

46 MINS

46:34

19 Apr 2024

#490

The Jackpod: The haunting relevance of D-Day

On Point news analyst Jack Beatty recalls a 1984 speech by President Reagan outlining the importance of allies and collective security. About: On Point is WBUR’s award-winning, daily public radio show and podcast. Every weekday, host Meghna Chakrabarti leads provocative conversations that help make sense of the world. ... Read more

19 Apr 2024

32 MINS

32:05

19 Apr 2024

#489

Your data, the U.S. government and the 'new American surveillance state'

Your exact location, what apps you use, the last thing you bought online. Your data is for sale – and the U.S. government is buying it. Byron Tau joins Deborah Becker. About: On Point is WBUR’s award-winning, daily public radio show and podcast. Every weekday, host Meghna Chakrabarti leads provocative conversations that help make sense of the world. ... Read more

18 Apr 2024

46 MINS

46:53

18 Apr 2024

#488

The ethical dilemma of involuntary mental health treatment

Several states have changed policy in recent years to make involuntary commitment easier for people with severe mental illnesses. But forced treatment still raises civil rights questions, with some saying it can harm patients. About: On Point is WBUR’s award-winning, daily public radio show and podcast. Every weekday, host Meghna Chakrabarti leads provocative conversations that help make sense of the world. ... Read more

17 Apr 2024

47 MINS

47:09

17 Apr 2024

#487

Battleground: How the outcome of the Ohio Senate race affects us all

The 2024 Ohio senate contest could determine the balance of power in of the U.S. senate. What’s at stake in Ohio? [Karen Kasler] (https://www.statenews.org/people/karen-kasler) , [Christopher Devine] (https://udayton.edu/directory/artssciences/politicalscience/devine-christopher.php) and Tim Ryan join Anthony Brooks. About: On Point is WBUR’s award-winning, daily public radio show and podcast. Every weekday, host Meghna Chakrabarti leads provocative conversations that help make sense of the world. ... Read more

16 Apr 2024

47 MINS

47:12

16 Apr 2024

#486

How the 2024 U.S. presidential election could be stolen

There are several perfectly legal ways to steal a U.S. presidential election, according to election law expert Lawrence Lessig. Lessig says the U.S.’s election and legal systems are vulnerable – and need immediate correction. About: On Point is WBUR’s award-winning, daily public radio show and podcast. Every weekday, host Meghna Chakrabarti leads provocative conversations that help make sense of the world. ... Read more

15 Apr 2024

47 MINS

47:09

15 Apr 2024

#485

The Jackpod: How it looks to a Republican

On Point news analyst Jack Beatty reviews the evidence that former President Donald Trump’s multiple criminal prosecutions are politically motivated. About: On Point is WBUR’s award-winning, daily public radio show and podcast. Every weekday, host Meghna Chakrabarti leads provocative conversations that help make sense of the world. ... Read more

12 Apr 2024

33 MINS

33:25

12 Apr 2024

#484

The high cost of the youth sports arms race

Youth sports are supposed to be about fun and team spirit. But now, kids are training year-round and joining expensive travel leagues earlier. It’s costing families, and kids too. About: On Point is WBUR’s award-winning, daily public radio show and podcast. Every weekday, host Meghna Chakrabarti leads provocative conversations that help make sense of the world. ... Read more

12 Apr 2024

47 MINS

47:25

12 Apr 2024

#483

Rebroadcast: The little-known virus behind a majority of nongenetic birth defects

One virus causes more birth defects in American babies than any other nongenetic disease – but most don’t know it exists. We hear a mother’s journey to understand her daughter’s diagnosis of congenital CMV. About: On Point is WBUR’s award-winning, daily public radio show and podcast. Every weekday, host Meghna Chakrabarti leads provocative conversations that help make sense of the world. ... Read more

11 Apr 2024

47 MINS

47:10

11 Apr 2024

#482

Democrats consider changing course on Israel support

President Biden told Israel the humanitarian situation in Gaza is unacceptable and an immediate ceasefire is essential. Meanwhile, U.S. weaponry continues to flow to Israel. Could Biden back up his tough talk and curtail military aid? About: On Point is WBUR’s award-winning, daily public radio show and podcast. Every weekday, host Meghna Chakrabarti leads provocative conversations that help make sense of the world. ... Read more

10 Apr 2024

47 MINS

47:26

10 Apr 2024

#481

China’s divided memory of the Cultural Revolution

"3 Body Problem," a Netflix adaptation of the Chinese sci-fi novel by the same name, is causing controversy in China for its depiction of the Cultural Revolution. How do the Chinese people see this crucial period of their history? About: On Point is WBUR’s award-winning, daily public radio show and podcast. Every weekday, host Meghna Chakrabarti leads provocative conversations that help make sense of the world. ... Read more

09 Apr 2024

47 MINS

47:34

09 Apr 2024