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March 7, 2025

The day’s best podcast moments in news, culture and more.

Hosted byAvery Trufelman

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How Trump Is Getting Game Theory Wrong

Nate Silver and Maria Konnikova know about politics, and, as poker players, the theory of winning. And they say Trump’s tariffs are not the way for him to get what he wants.

Risky Business with Nate Silver and Maria Konnikova

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The WWE Owner Behind the Dissolution of the Education Department

With Donald Trump signing an executive order to close the Education Department, what do we know about Linda McMahon, the WWE owner in charge of our kids’ futures?

The WWE Owner Behind the Dissolution of the Education Department

It's Been a Minute

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How the Unsettling ‘Severance’ Theme Tune Was Created

Watching ‘Severance’ can be a disconcerting experience. So how did composer Theodore Shapiro bring that unsettling feeling to the show’s opening theme?

How the Unsettling ‘Severance’ Theme Tune Was Created

Song Exploder

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How a Hostage in Iran Was Kept Sane by a Seal Song

Sarah Shourd was arrested and held as a political prisoner by the Islamic State in Iran. Sitting in her solitary cell, there was one song that brought her solace.

How a Hostage in Iran Was Kept Sane by a Seal Song

Life in Seven Songs

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How Garlic Breath Won Us the War

Garlic breath was a key component of the allies’ plans during World War II. The new podcast ‘Lunchbox Envy’ tells the remarkable story.

Lunchbox Envy

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