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Rank #1: Nearly all mass shootings are committed by men. Why isn’t masculinity a bigger part of the debate?. Nicki DeMarco reports on the often-overlooked connection between masculinity and gun violence. And Geoff Edgers on a run of Vegas shows that defined Elvis’s legacy.

Rank #2: Who wants to be White House chief of staff?. Just as special counsel Robert S. Mueller III’s investigation heats up, President Trump struggles to find a new chief of staff. Also, right-wing violence is up and left-wing attacks are down. Plus, this may be why your smart speaker can’t understand you.

What Next | Daily News and Analysis

Rank #1: Can Any School Be Massacre-Proof?. In the absence of new federal laws to address mass shootings, school safety has become a design problem. Guest host Henry Grabar asks: How are architects responding to an era of active shooter drills and bulletproof backpacks? Guest: Jenine Kotob, architectural designer at Hord Coplan Macht. Podcast production by Mary Wilson and Jayson De Leon.Slate Plus members get bonus segments and ad-free podcast feeds. Sign up now.

Rank #2: Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez Flips the Script. Why aren’t conservatives’ usual tricks working on Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez? Guest: Slate writer Lili Loofbourow. Read her piece here. Tell us what you think by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or sending an email to whatnext@slate.com. Follow us on Instagram for updates on the show.Podcast production by Mary Wilson and Jayson De Leon, with help from Danielle Hewitt.

NBC Nightly News with Lester Holt

Rank #1: NBC on Earth: Political Scientists. A number of scientists are becoming first-time politicians, many motivated to run for office by what they say is an attack on science by the Trump administration. Chief Environmental Affairs Correspondent Anne Thompson reports.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rank #2: NBC on Earth: Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse. Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI) delivers a weekly speech on the Senate floor urging action on climate change. He speaks to Chief Environmental Correspondent Anne Thompson about his efforts.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Gangster Capitalism

Rank #1: Introducing Season 1: The College Admissions Scandal. With exclusive interviews and thought-provoking discussion, Andrew Jenks examines the people involved and the larger debate around higher education in America.

Rank #2: S1 [1] The Side Door | The College Admissions Scandal. Through transcriptions of wiretapped conversations between Rick Singer, Felicity Huffman, and others, Episode 1 brings to life just how dirty these schemes were. We also hear from a student who cheated on his SAT, a psychologist who deals with students and parents trying to game the system to get more time to take the SAT and ACT, and Jenks breaks news by finding the ringleader, Rick Singer, in an unlikely place.

CBS This Morning

Rank #1: Morning News: Over a dozen arrested in one of the largest internet fraud cases in U.S. history. Environmental organizations say humans are to blame for fires devastating the Amazon. . A global manhunt is underway after 80 people are indicted and more than a dozen arrested in one of the largest internet fraud cases in U.S. history. An eyewitness who was one of the first on the scene in Anguilla tells us what he says he saw in the struggle between a resort worker and the American who killed him. David Koch, the billionaire businessman, philanthropist, and conservative political figure, has died. More than a dozen workers at the New York City jail where Jeffrey Epstein killed himself have been ordered to answer questions about his death. Scary moments on a Hawaiian airlines flight from Oakland to Honolulu carrying 184 passengers. President and Mrs. Trump will fly to France tonight for this weekend's G7 summit. Attorneys general from every state in America are joining forces with major phone companies to fight the rapidly growing problem of robocalls. Environmental organizations say humans are to blame for fires devastating the Amazon, a region vital to our planet's climate.

Rank #2: A Possible Recession, A Trade War and the Fed: A Guide To Today's Economy. Only on the "CBS This Morning" podcast, CBS News financial contributor Mellody Hobson joins CTM national correspondent Jericka Duncan to discuss the current state of the U.S. economy. Hobson allays fears about a reported looming recession and explains why we average a recession every seven years or so in the United States. She also breaks down what's at stake in the ongoing trade war with China and discusses the current state of economies around the globe.

CBS Evening News -- Full Audio

Rank #1: CBS EVENING NEWS 08.02.19. President Trump's nominee for Director of National Intelligence withdraws his name from consideration. Coming up on the CBS Evening News... Reaction from Capitol Hill and why President Trump says it has nothing to do with his qualifications.An NYPD judge says an officer involved in the death of Eric Garner five years ago should be fired from the force. Next on the CBS Evening News... details on the officers 30 day suspension from the department and how people continue to call for his job. Ahead on the CBS Evening News... The latest from Massachusetts after another shocking death in the Kennedy family, this time the 22-year-old granddaughter of Robert Kennedy.Coming Up on the CBS Evening News? More from Capitol Hill where a majority of House Democrats are now in favor of an impeachment inquiry into President Trump despite House Speaker Nancy Pelosi encouraging them to turn their attention elsewhere. Tonight on the CBS Evening News? More from the Pentagon as the U.S. is preparing to withdraw thousands of troops from Afghanistan in a deal with Taliban. A surge in shark sightings this summer on the east coast has led to a number of beach closures. Next on the CBS Evening News? a closer look at what is causing the rise in sharks and where the most have been seen. Tonight on the CBS Evening News? One little boys special spot to enjoy the red, white and blue, when Steve Hartman goes On the Road.

Rank #2: CBS EVENING NEWS 7/31. Breaking News: CBS News has learned Osama Bin Laden's son, Hamza, has been killed. We are following the latest developments. Plus, our "Eye on America" investigation: first responders were called to help a man suffering from a psychotic episode. Why was he found dead hours later? And more seniors are binge-drinking. Why it's especially dangerous for them.

The Argument

Rank #1: Does Trump Help Fuel Mass Shootings?. How much responsibility does President Trump bear for violence motivated by racism? The columnists discuss gun control, the recent shootings in El Paso, Tex. and Dayton, Ohio and their connections to Trump's dehumanizing statements about immigrants. Then, several 2020 Democrats took shots at Barack Obama’s legacy during last week’s presidential debates. Were they just trying to undermine Joe Biden’s appeal, or does the breakup with the most recent Democratic president signify something deeper? For background reading on this episode, visit nytimes.com/theargument

Rank #2: Is Impeachment Finally Happening?. Did Robert Mueller’s testimony before Congress bring Democrats any closer to impeaching President Trump? The columnists debate the fallout from the former special counsel’s testimony. Then: You asked, the columnists answer. Ross, Michelle and David tackle listener questions about climate change, Puerto Rico’s political crisis, student debt-forgiveness and more. And finally, David’s recommendation of the week is the last straw. For background reading on this episode, visit nytimes.com/theargument

Face the Nation on the Radio

Rank #1: FACE THE NATION ON THE RADIO 1/14. Immigration, vulgarity, and a false alarm missile launch that sent fear through the United States. The second week of 2018 was nothing short of eventful.An analysis of these stories and more on this week's "Face the Nation." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rank #2: FACE THE NATION ON THE RADIO 2/11. It has been another eventful week in Washington. The government briefly shut down -- then reopened -- as a 400-billion-dollar budget deal was signed. Now -- Capitol Hill is bracing for a fight over immigration. Following Rob Porter's domestic abuse allegations -- could there be more staff shakeups at the White House? An analysis of these stories and more on this week's "Face the Nation." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Meet the Press with Chuck Todd

Rank #1: Aug. 18 - Larry Kudlow, Beto O'Rourke and Mark Sanford. Today on "Meet the Press," National Economic Council Director Larry Kudlow said he doesn't believe a recession is coming, former Texas Democratic Rep. Beto O'Rourke warned of the "existential threat" of a second term for President Trump and former South Carolina Republican Rep. Mark Sanford discussed his possible primary challenge of Trump.NBC News correspondent Carol Lee, NPR "1A" host Joshua Johnson, Wall Street Journal columnist Peggy Noonan and PBS NewsHour White House correspondent Yamiche Alcindor joined the panel.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rank #2: Mueller Testifies: Part 1. Former Special Counsel Robert Mueller testifies before the House Judiciary and Intelligence Committees about his 448-page report and what his investigators did —  and did not — find.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

One Plus One

Rank #1: The Kardashians - The Stewardess and the Olympian | 1. How does a divorcée with a high school education, no alimony, and four kids to support mastermind the rise of one of America’s most ubiquitous and polarizing families — one that now includes the world’s youngest self-made billionaire? Before she becomes the world’s most famous “momager,” Kris Jenner blows up her marriage to O.J. Simpson lawyer Robert Kardashian. But she leaves with something invaluable: a first-class education in the art of image management. When she meets Bruce Jenner (now known as Caitlyn Jenner), a former Olympian with a sputtering career, he becomes her blueprint for turning a well-known person into a brand. In the first episode of our six part series about the Kardashian-Jenner clan, we look at how Kris’ humble beginnings and failed marriage fuel her drive for wealth and fame — and create the template she and her daughters will use to build a business empire. Support us by supporting our sponsors! SimpliSafe - Try SimpliSafe with free shipping and free returns! Go to SimpliSafe.com/PLUSONERobinhood - To get a FREE stock, go to plusone.robinhood.comCayman Jack - Cayman Jack provides premium prepared cocktails for those with good taste and little time. Find Cayman Jack at a store near you by visiting caymanjack.com. Please drink responsibly. Premium malt beverage. American Vintage Beverage Co. Chicago, Illinois.

Rank #2: Frida and Diego - The Elephant and the Dove | 1. One day, the world will hail Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera as Mexico’s greatest artists. But when they first meet in 1922, Frida is still a rebellious schoolgirl, while Diego – who’s twenty years older – is already famous for his huge, colorful murals celebrating the common man.Frida catches Diego’s eye on more than one occasion, but when she shows him her paintings, he becomes positively transfixed. Night and day, Diego thinks about the young artist -- even while he lies in bed with his wife.Diego’s encouragement fuels Frida’s creativity -- as well as her passions -- and soon they become engaged. Frida and Diego are so emotionally entwined that, for Frida at least, it’s hard to tell where she ends and Diego begins. But navigating the space between them will become the central challenge of their partnership.You can see the works of Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera mentioned in this episode on our website: https://wondery.com/shows/one-plus-one/Support us by supporting our sponsors!SimpliSafe - Try SimpliSafe with free shipping and free returns! Go to SimpliSafe.com/PLUSONECayman Jack - Cayman Jack provides premium prepared cocktails for those with good taste and little time. Find Cayman Jack at a store near you by visiting caymanjack.com. Please drink responsibly. Premium malt beverage. American Vintage Beverage Co. Chicago, Illinois.

Throughline

Rank #1: Scorched Earth. The term "concentration camp" is most associated with Nazi Germany and the systematic killing of Jews during World War II. But colonial powers used concentration camps at the turn of the 19th century to crush rebellions. In this episode, how a war between Britain and South African Boers gave rise to some of the first camps.

Rank #2: Huey Long Vs. The Media. Huey Pierce Long: you either loved him, or hated him. He combined progressive economic ideas with an autocratic streak, earning him thousands of adoring fans and fearful enemies. Long went from traveling salesman to Louisiana governor, and then US senator, through his mastery of the media. Then once in power, he waged a war against it.

Skimm This

Rank #1: A Tale of Two Presidents: Venezuela’s Political Crisis. Two guys are fighting over Venezuela. One’s got the military behind him. The other has … pretty much everyone else on his side. In other fights over presidential power, US Sen. Rand Paul (R-KY) is breaking with his party. And voting to block President Trump’s emergency declaration. Also on today’s episode: we introduce you to suffragist Ida B Wells, and say goodbye to the star of “Beverly Hills 90210”.

Rank #2: Lay Of The Land: Climate Report, Immigration Raids, Iowa State Fair. The UN’s latest climate change report says the way we are using land is seriously damaging the planet. We dive into the main findings, what problems we are causing, and what we really need to change. Then, ICE agents arrested some 680 workers at food plants in Mississippi, saying they were not allowed to work in the US. We’ll look at what this means for the workers, their families, and the plants. Also on the show, presidential hopefuls are set to descend on the Iowa State Fair, and scientists are creating ‘Atomik’ vodka from rye grown around Chernobyl.

Bomber

Rank #1: Draylen. Ten days after the first bomb exploded on March 2, 2018, another package bomb explodes on the East Side of Austin in a fatal attack taking the life of a promising 17-year-old classical musician. Four hours later, a third explosion. Austin is struck by the sickening realization that a serial bomber is on the loose.  

Rank #2: Austin on Edge. Austin residents are living in fear as police continue to hunt for a killer.  Investigators are compiling a growing database of evidence and potential suspects, but the bomber goes quiet again. How can they track down a serial bomber in a city of millions?  Will they find the clue they need to break the case open?  Can they do it before the bomber strikes again?  

22 Hours: An American Nightmare

Rank #1: The Fire. It began with a fire. A man driving through an upscale neighborhood in Washington, D.C., in 2015 spotted smoke pouring from one of the homes. It was the first sign something terrible had happened on Woodland Drive. This episode is written and produced by reporters Megan Cloherty and Jack Moore. Julia Ziegler is the content adviser. Visit www.22HoursPodcast.com for photos, maps and an interactive blog. “22 Hours: An American Nightmare” is a production of WTOP News in Washington, D.C.All music featured in “22 Hours: An American Nightmare” is licensed through Creative Commons and/or by permission of the artist. We’re grateful to all the artists whose music has helped us tell this story.“Hater’s Hate” (theme) by Ramone Messam, used with permission of the artist; “Passing time” by Kevin MacLeod, available in the YouTube Audio Library; “Beyond the Lows” by The Whole Other, available in the YouTube Audio Library; and “Bachata Night” provided by Lyrah/Pond5.

Rank #2: On the Stand. In a stunning move, Daron Wint, the accused killer, takes the stand. Under unrelenting questioning by federal prosecutor Laura Bach, Daron seems to have an explanation for almost all of the evidence that links him to the killings. It’s almost a perfect puzzle. But will the jury believe him? This episode is written and produced by reporters Megan Cloherty and Jack Moore. Julia Ziegler is the content adviser. Visit 22HoursPodcast.com to see the full transcript of Daron’s testimony, as well as photos, a map of key locations from the case, and an interactive blog where you can ask questions or leave your comments about each episode. "22 Hours: An American Nightmare" is a production of WTOP News in Washington, D.C.All music featured in "22 Hours: An American Nightmare" is licensed through Creative Commons and/or by permission of the artist. We're grateful to all the artists whose music has helped us tell this story. “Haters Hate” by Ramone Messam, used with permission of the artist; "Cast of Pods" by Doug Maxwell, available in the YouTube Audio Library; “Spookster” by Wayne Jones, available in the YouTube Audio Library; and “Rhythmic Pulse,” by Daniel Birch, licensed under Creative Commons by Attribution 4.0 International.

Murder Book

Rank #1: The People vs. Pierre Romain. Chapter 5 - A white, sporty vehicle. Witness testimonies. Possible DNA contaminants. A new prosecutor and a defense attorney go head to head as they take a closer examination of the players and evidence involved in the Jade Clark case. Will the prosecution be able to build a convincing case against Pierre Romain? Or will his defense team create enough speculation to poke holes in their argument and point the finger away from the gangster turned cop?

Rank #2: Reluctant Witnesses. Chapter 6 - The ex-sister-in-law. The childhood friend. A bullet wound at an LAPD family day picnic. As the prosecution continues their case against Pierre Romain, they encounter unforeseen challenges from witnesses with divided loyalties, testimonies with seemingly faded memories, and new speculation that would bring the LAPD's investigation tactics under question.