On Point | Podcast
On Point | Podcast
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.
Abortion, border control, a test of Trumpism: Inside the Arizona Senate race
A lot is at stake in Arizona’s senate race. It could determine control of the Senate -- and the outcome of the presidential election.
May 16
47 min
Does the U.S. need new nuclear weapons?
The U.S. is building new nuclear weapons, including a massive missile called the Sentinel. They're up to 20 times more powerful than the bomb dropped on Hiroshima.
May 15
47 min
What neuroscience tells us about spiritual experiences
Rebroadcast: What happens in the brain when you pray or meditate? Neurotheology explores the connection between our synapses and spiritual revelations.
May 13
47 min
Can Caitlin Clark mark a turning point for the WNBA?
The NCAA’s all-time scoring leader Caitlin Clark begins her WNBA career on Tuesday. Caitlin Clark helped elevate the game of basketball to new heights at the college level. What impact will she have in the pros?
May 13
47 min
The unregulated boom in the 'buy now, pay later' market
'Buy now, pay later' loans for just about everything are growing. But there’s barely any data or regulation on this emerging market. Are consumers being helped or hurt by this new lending option?
May 10
47 min
The Jackpod: The one apple tasted
On Point news analyst Jack Beatty on the rise of illiberalism in the U.S. today and its historic entwinement with liberalism in America.
May 10
31 min
Palestinian civilians on their daily fight for survival
Some Palestinians have been able to flee Gaza. But millions are still there as the Israeli military moves on Rafah, and there’s still no agreement to pause the war.
May 8
47 min
The full interview with Dr. Hilary Cass
Podcast extra: British pediatrician Dr. Hilary Cass led a highly anticipated independent scientific review of gender health services for children in England, commissioned by the National Health Service. Now popularly known as the 'Cass Review,' it concludes for most young people, "a medical pathway will not be the best way to manage their gender-related distress.” She gave On Point her first broadcast interview in the U.S.
May 8
57 min
'Cass Review' author: More 'caution' advised for gender-affirming care for youth
A groundbreaking review out of the UK finds “poor” or “low quality” evidence for using puberty blockers and hormones to help gender-distressed young people. Dr. Hilary Cass, who led that review, gives her first U.S. broadcast interview to On Point.
May 7
47 min
Rethinking how dyslexia is diagnosed
Dyslexia affects one in every 5 Americans. But only 2 million are diagnosed and receive the help they need. Why?
May 7
47 min
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