Factually! with Adam Conover Headgum
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Comedian Adam Conover talks to exceptional experts, revealing shocking truths and thought-provoking new perspectives. It’s an investigative comedy podcast for curious people who never stop asking questions.
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How White People Benefit from Racism with Tracie McMillan
When we talk about racism in America, we tend to focus on the harm inflicted upon people of color, while rarely focusing on the ways that white people indirectly benefit from a racist culture. Author Tracie McMillan explores this concept of The White Bonus in her latest book, exploring the tangible financial benefits associated with being white in America. In this episode, Adam speaks with Tracie about white Americans reckoning with their privilege, the interconnectedness of racial and class conflicts, and how racism serves as the foundation of the widening class gap in the nation.
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Should Prison Be Reformed, or Abolished? with Tommie Shelby
The American prison system is in shambles. Rehabilitation efforts fall short, recidivism rates soar, and the numbers show that our incarceration system fails to actually make us any safer. While the notion of abolishing prisons might sound radical, entertaining its principles could help cast light on the shortcomings of our current system and steer us toward a more just society. This week, Adam sits down with Tommie Shelby, a philosopher and professor of African-American studies at Harvard, who authored The Idea of Prison Abolition. Together, they discuss the historical of prison abolition, its feasibility, and its relationship with the practicalities of prison reform.
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What Does Ozepmic Actually DO? with Dr. Dhruv Khullar
There's been a surge in discourse around medications such as Ozempic, prompting understandable skepticism—Is this another weight loss fad, or the beginning of something new? While it is primarily used to treat diabetes and promote weight loss, there's mounting evidence that shows drugs like Ozempic can reduce the risk of heart attacks and strokes, and potentially be instrumental in treating addiction. In this episode, Adam speaks with Dr. Dhruv Khullar, a physician and assistant professor of health policy and economics at Weill Cornell Medical College, exploring the efficacy, risks, and impact these drugs have on our relationship with weight and food.
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Why Climate Change Isn’t the End of the World with Dr. Hannah Ritchie
The climate crisis is undeniably real, but it won't be the end of the world. Tomorrow, the planet will still be here, whether it's better or worse, and we'll all have to live in it. While it's understandable to feel hopeless, surrendering isn't an environmentally responsible choice. In this episode, Adam talks with Dr. Hannah Ritchie, author of "Not the End of the World: How We Can Be the First Generation to Build a Sustainable Planet," about striving for a future that not only averts disaster but also fosters a healthier planet overall.
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Why Everyone Hates the 2024 Election with David Weigel
Widespread denial looms over the 2024 presidential election. Will Biden be replaced due to his age? Could a conviction halt Trump's ambitions? While enthusiasm is scarce for this exhausting rematch, it's going to happen whether we like it or not. Adam and Semafor political reporter David Weigel set aside concerns about old age and criminal trials to dissect the state of both campaigns, and what it will actually mean come November.
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Journalism is Collapsing with Matt Pearce
The profession of journalism is facing a crisis. Recent years have brought devastating layoffs to nearly every major news outlet, with local newspapers shuttering daily. As these institutions crumble, we're faced with a question: what does a world without journalism look like? This week, Adam is joined by journalist Matt Pearce, who recently experienced large-scale layoffs at the LA Times. Together, they discuss the industry's apparent demise, the irreplaceable role of boots-on-the-ground reporting, and speculate on journalism's future.
Customer Reviews
Still Fascinating
Loved Adam’s show and love this podcast. Listeners who rate it low should read the summaries and pick the topics that interest them. Although occasionally I’ll listen to one I didn’t think I’d like and it keeps me interested.
Love this show but hated the abolition episode
I normally love Adam and this show. He often delves into topics that not everyone is talking about and his guests are normally experts in their field in some way. However, I really hated the prison abolition episode. As an abolitionist myself, I felt it barely scratched the surface of what the abolition movement really is and misrepresented the ideas behind it. It’s an odd choice to talk about abolition with someone who is not a supporter of the movement nor an expert on the topic. There are plenty of folks who would’ve been more authoritative and unbiased in this discussion. Many of whom are both scholars and former prisoners themselves. The guy you had on was not it.
Podcast willing to tackle difficult subjects
Adam has thought provoking conversations with exceptional guests. Some of the most informational podcasting on the internet