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Stay With Me HereUkrainian Peace Without Ukraine? (and more)Erin & Jake break down the last week’s chaos surrounding Ukraine, with peace talks in Riyadh that didn’t include Ukraine or the Europeans, and Trump seeming to align more with Russia than the west. Then they talk through the crypto scandal that Argentine President Javier Milei is caught up in, having shared a link to a “rug pull” scam on social media. In the DRC, they discussed the Rwanda-backed M23 rebels taking over of Bukavu, and what the real aims from Rwanda seem to be here. Then, in Have You Heard headlines, they go through the rest of the we...
2025-02-1916 min
Stay With Me HereSecond Round of Trump Tariffs (and more)Erin & Jake break down' Donald Trump's plan to revive steel and aluminum tariffs, further stressing U.S.-Canada trade tensions and dealing with retaliation from China. Then they talk through, the Gaza ceasefire negotiations for a second phase agreement being at a standstill as Hamas delays the next hostage release, accusing Israel of failing to uphold its side of the agreement. On the global tech front, world leaders gathered in Paris for the AI Action Summit, discussing the future of AI models and regulatory frameworks, and while 60 countries backed an agreement on AI ethics and safety, the U.S. declined...
2025-02-1126 min
Stay With Me HereTrump's Tariffs (and more)Erin & Jake break down Donald Trump's tariffs on Canada, Mexico and China, and who these tariffs actually punish in the end. Then they look at the meeting of European leaders in Brussels to iron out some defense spending things before Trump's Tariff Train comes to town. They close out the big stories talking through what it means that military-led Mali, Burkina Faso and Niger just left ECOWAS, and its impact on West African politics. Then in Have You Heard headlines, they go through the rest of the week's stories to keep you in the know about what else i...
2025-02-0318 min
Stay With Me HereConflict in the DRC (and more)This week, Erin and Jake talked about the conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has escalated with the rebel group M23 capturing the city of Goma. The roots of the conflict are complex, stemming from arbitrarily drawn African national borders by European colonizers. This has led to disputes between tribal and religious groups within the same country and is also a factor in the Rwandan genocide. The M23 group, formed to protect Tutsi people, has reignited violence in the resource-rich eastern DRC, leading to mass casualties and a humanitarian crisis, and prompting international calls for action. There are...
2025-01-2822 min
Stay With Me HereDonald Trump's second first day (and more)Erin and Jake started the show talking about Donald Trump's first day back in office as the 47th President of the United States. His second inauguration had to be held indoors due to an arctic front in DC, keeping the guest list small—just 750 people, including some big names in tech like Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg. In his speech, Trump pledged a "golden age" for America, took some jabs at the Biden administration, and proposed an "External Revenue Service" to investigate imposing international tariffs. Among the nearly 100 executive orders signed on Trump’s first day were declarations of a nati...
2025-01-2127 min
Stay With Me HereManifest Destiny is Back in Style! (and more)Erin & Jake kicked the week off with Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's unexpected resignation announcement on Monday, which he gave amid mounting disapproval within his party and economic roadblocks like rising inflation and tariff threats from U.S. President-elect Donald Trump. Billionaire Elon Musk tweeted about Trudeau, saying, “Girl, you're not the governor of Canada anymore, so doesn't matter what you say.” They broke down the situation in South Korea, in which in early December President Yoon Suk Yeol declared martial law, was swiftly impeached, and is now barricaded inside his residence, resisting arrest with the secret service prote...
2025-01-0822 min
Stay With Me HereWrapped 2024: Your World in ReviewThis week, Erin and Jake broke down the aftermath of Cyclone Chido in Mayotte which left more than 20 dead, and another 1,500 injured. They also talked about the complex politics of the island, including ongoing poverty and neglect by the French government, a lack of discussion about the nearby country of Comoro, and the potential link between the storm's intensity and climate change. Next, they talk through the political crisis in Germany, with the vote of no confidence against Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s coalition government, the scheduling of new elections in February, and the rise of the far-right Alternative for Germany (Af...
2024-12-1723 min
Stay With Me HereSurprises in Syria, South Korea, and Romania (and more)This week, Erin and Jake discussed how Syria faced a huge and unexpected shift as the Assad regime collapsed after 13 years of civil war, with a rebel group called Hayat Tahrir al-Sham (HTS) having taken control of key cities like Aleppo and Damascus, forcing President Bashar al-Assad to flee to Russia. HTS leader Mohammed Al-Sharaa, known for his past ties to Al-Qaeda, claimed to advocate for inclusivity of religious groups in the region, but concerns persisted over strict religious rule for religious minorities and women, in part because of recent memories of the Taliban takeover in Afghanistan. They also covered...
2024-12-1122 min
Stay With Me HereWhat's Going On In Syria? (and more)This week, Erin Flanagan and Jake Shropshire run through some updates in US politics, including how President Joe Biden pardoned his son Hunter Biden, and some of Donald Trump’s incoming appointments, some of whom helped write Project 2025. Then they discuss the ongoing situation in Syria with the resparking of the Syrian Civil War and involvement by Russia and Iran to push back opposition forces around Aleppo, and how it all relates to Hamas, Israel, and the situation in Gaza. Finally, they break down the recent 2024 Irish Elections, what the exit polls said, how Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael did...
2024-12-0317 min
Stay With Me HereWhy the Romanian Elections Matter (and more)This week, Erin Flanagan and Jake Shropshire discuss the recent 2024 presidential elections in Romania, including how Călin Georgescu ran a TikTok campaign to win first place. Then they talk about the Pelicot trial in Mazan, France, with Gisele Pelicot’s courage to put her husband, Dominique Pelicot, in prison for 20 years for rape charges. And finally, they break down the state of a Hezbollah ceasefire, with officials from Israel and Lebanon meeting to discuss what that Israeli ceasefire might look like. Plus, how the ICC filed an arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. Then, in the...
2024-11-2611 min
Stay With Me Here1,000 Days of the Russia-Ukraine War (and more)This week, Erin Flanagan and Jake Shropshire discuss reaching the 1,000 day mark in the Russia-Ukraine war and how the US is allowing American missiles in Ukraine to be fired at Russia, ongoing protests in New Zealand around a treaty with the Maori indigenous people that could be completely changed, and the sentencing of 45 people for involvement in the Hong Kong democracy protests in 2019 and 2020. Then, in the Have You Heard rundown, they talk about Dr Oz for the head of medicare and medicaid and Linda McMahon for Education Secretary in Trump’s cabinet, the retiring of a Spanish tennis legend, an...
2024-11-2017 min
Stay With Me HerePresident-Elect Trump Meets Biden (and more)This week, Erin Flanagan and Jake Shropshire discuss the incoming Trump administration, including Elon Musk appointed by Trump and Mike Huckabee as the Ambassador to Israel, the current situation with a minority government in Germany, and the current situation in Gaza, including Secretary Blinken’s recent comments. Plus, Have You Heard for a weekly breakdown of the week’s biggest headlines.
2024-11-1322 min
Stay With Me HereTrump's Victory in 2024In this special episode, Erin Flanagan and Jake Shropshire talk through the results of the 2024 election in the US and Trump’s landslide victory, where the Kamala Harris campaign might have gone wrong, and who will win the House of Representatives in 2024.
2024-11-0814 min
Stay With Me HereThe American Election (and more)This week, Erin Flanagan and Jake Shropshire discuss the live election results map and where to be looking in the United States for election updates and the Trump vs Harris results. Then they go over how the port of Spain weather caused massive flooding in the European country, and how more than 200 soldiers were taken hostage in Bolivia. Plus, have you heard for a weekly breakdown of the biggest headlines.
2024-11-0529 min
Stay With Me HereRussia and North Korea Are Working Together? (and more)This week, Erin Flanagan and Jake Shropshire discuss the recent North Korean troop movement in Russia, break down Japan’s recent snap elections and their surprising results, and Jake talks with Ishaan of the Ishaan S. Show to talk about the state of the US Presidential race and the senate races around the country.
2024-10-2928 min
Stay With Me HereThe Trump McDonalds Picture (and more)This week, Erin Flanagan and Jake Shropshire discuss why Giorgia Meloni made it illegal for Italian couples to seek a surrogate abroad, the recent Moldovan election to stay in the EU, and the Donald Trump McDonalds photo op. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to keep you up-to-date on the biggest stories from the week.
2024-10-2219 min
Stay With Me HereWhy is Donald Trump Dancing? (and more)This week, Erin Flanagan and Jake Shropshire discuss the recent China military drills Taiwan strait and what caused them, India Canada relations and what the Hindu and Sikh population in Canada has to do with them, and the dueling media presence between the possibility of Kamala Harris on Joe Rogan and Donald Trump dancing at rally music, including the YMCA. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to keep you up-to-date on the biggest stories from the week.
2024-10-1622 min
Stay With Me HereFat Bear Week! (ft. Katmai Info Specialist Sarah Bruce)This week, Erin Flanagan and Jake Shropshire discuss the state of Israel’s war on Gaza and offensive in Lebanon one year out and break down the category 6 hurricane warning in the Gulf of Mexico and the threat facing Florida as hurricane Milton barrels towards them. Then Jake interviewed Sarah Bruce, a visual information specialist at Katmai National Park about the fat bear week past winners, current contestants, and the state of Alaska’s parks in general. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to keep you up-to-date on the biggest stories from the week.
2024-10-0822 min
Stay With Me HereMillions Without Power from Hurricane Helene (and more)This week, Erin Flanagan and Jake Shropshire discuss a massive storm making landfall in the US including how many people are missing from hurricane Helene, what is going on in the middle east as Israel invades Lebanon, and the US vice presidential debate tonight pitting Tim Walz vs JD Vance. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to keep you up-to-date on the biggest weekly news stories.
2024-10-0125 min
Stay With Me HereFighting Escalates in Lebanon (and more)This week, Erin Flanagan and Jake Shropshire discuss the recent Israeli attacks on Hezbollah in Lebanon and the possibility of sending US troops to Lebanon, Emmanuel Macron and Michel Barnier’s announcement of a new government in France, and all about who attends the UN general assembly this year, including US President Joe Biden and Ukrainian President Volodymir Zelenskyy. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to keep you up-to-date on the biggest stories from the week.
2024-09-2421 min
Stay With Me HereSomeone Tried to Kill Trump Again (and more)This week, Erin Flanagan and Jake Shropshire discuss the apparent second assassination attempt on Donald Trump’s life this year, the potential coup in Mali and destabilization of Western Africa, and a recent attack using pagers as bombs in Syria and Lebanon by the Israeli military. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to keep you up-to-date on the biggest stories from the week.
2024-09-1823 min
Stay With Me HereFrance Finds a Prime Minister (and more)This week, Erin Flanagan and Jake Shropshire discuss the newly named French Prime Minister, talk about the recent escalating violence in the West Bank, and break down the Venezuelan election and the recent aftermath of it. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to keep you up-to-date on the biggest stories from the week.
2024-09-1018 min
Stay With Me HereYet Another European Election (and more)This week, Erin Flanagan and Jake Shropshire discuss the gains by the far right in recent elections in Germany, talk about the latest in Israel and Gaza, and go over all the US election news we missed on break. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to keep you up-to-date on the biggest stories from the week.
2024-09-0334 min
Stay With Me HereThe Trump Assassination Attempt (and more)This week, Erin Flanagan and Jake Shropshire discuss the assassination attempt on Trump and his VP pick, break down the election results in Rwanda, and go over the most recent round of ceasefire talks in Gaza. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to keep you up-to-date on the biggest stories from the week.
2024-07-1621 min
Stay With Me HereThe Left Strikes Back (and more)This week, Erin Flanagan and Jake Shropshire talk through tow major elections in the UK and France, break down the NATO meeting happening in Washington, D.C., and go over some recent climate reports. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to keep you up-to-date on the biggest stories from the week.
2024-07-1024 min
Stay With Me HereA Bad Debate, Worse SCOTUS Decisions (and more)This week, Erin Flanagan and Jake Shropshire talk through disastrous US presidential debate last Thursday, break down some recent US Supreme Court rulings, and discuss the upcoming UK elections. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to keep you up-to-date on the biggest stories from the week.
2024-07-0235 min
Stay With Me HereKenya's Youth Protest New Taxes (and more)This week, Erin Flanagan and Jake Shropshire talk through the protests in Kenya, break down Julian Assange’s extradition from the UK, and discuss the upcoming US Presidential Debates. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to keep you up-to-date on the biggest stories from the week.
2024-06-2516 min
Stay With Me HereMultilateralism Galore (and more)This week, Erin Flanagan and Jake Shropshire talk through the Ukraine peace talks, give the latest on the G7 meeting and breakdown the most recent US Supreme Court rulings. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to keep you up-to-date on the biggest stories from the week.
2024-06-1818 min
Stay With Me HereEurope Swings to the Right (and more)This week, Erin Flanagan and Jake Shropshire talk through the results of the European elections, give the latest on Gaza and the ongoing ceasefire talks and break down the bloody conflict in Sudan. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to keep you up-to-date on the biggest stories from the week.
2024-06-1121 min
Stay With Me HereTrump Convicted While the World Votes (and more)This week, Erin Flanagan and Jake Shropshire talk through the conviction of former US President Donald Trump, and break down the elections in South Africa, Mexico, and India. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to keep you up-to-date on the biggest stories from the week.
2024-06-0420 min
Stay With Me HereThe West Starts Voting (and more)This week, Erin Flanagan and Jake Shropshire talk through the state of things in the war in Gaza, talk through the upcoming European elections, and talk through where the US presidential race stands. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to keep you up-to-date on the biggest stories from the week.
2024-05-2820 min
Stay With Me HereChina Loves French Brandy (and more)This week, Erin Flanagan and Jake Shropshire talk through the state of things in the war in Ukraine, break down Xi Jinping’s trip to Europe, and discuss Israel’s offensive in Rafah. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to keep you up-to-date on the biggest stories from the week.
2024-05-0722 min
Stay With Me HereCeasefire Deal on the Table (and more)This week, Erin Flanagan and Jake Shropshire talk through the recent ceasefire negotiations in the Gaza Strip, discuss the flooding in Kenya and break down why there will be a new PM in Scotland. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to keep you up-to-date on the biggest stories from the week.
2024-04-3014 min
Stay With Me HereThe Biggest Election in World History (and more)This week, Erin Flanagan and Jake Shropshire talk through the recent UK legislation surrounding immigration, discuss the ongoing Indian elections, and break down the recent protests on college campuses in the US. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to keep you up-to-date on the biggest stories from the week.
2024-04-2316 min
Stay With Me HereTrump Trials Begin (and more)This week, Erin Flanagan and Jake Shropshire talk through the latest on the growing tensions between Israel and Iran, discuss the abortion fight going on in Poland, and give an update on US politics ahead of the November election. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to keep you up-to-date on the biggest stories from the week.
2024-04-1618 min
Stay With Me HereA Total Eclipse of the News (and more)This week, Erin Flanagan and Jake Shropshire talk through the conflict in Gaza, the latest on the first successful climate change case in the European Court of Human Rights, and the Vatican’s recent announcement on transgender rights. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to keep you up-to-date on the biggest stories from the week.
2024-04-0917 min
Stay With Me HereIsrael Withdraws from Shifa Hospital (and more)This week, Erin Flanagan and Jake Shropshire talk through the current situation in Gaza, the boat crash on the Francis Scott Key bridge in Baltimore, and the debate for Ukraine aid in the House of Representatives. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to keep you up-to-date on the biggest stories from the week.
2024-04-0221 min
Stay With Me HerePutin Blames Moscow Attack on West (and more)This week, Erin Flanagan and Jake Shropshire talk through the attack on a Moscow concert, the UN vote on a ceasefire in Gaza, and the recent change-up in Irish politics. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to keep you up-to-date on the biggest stories from the week.
2024-03-2615 min
Stay With Me HerePutin Elected Himself Again (and more)This week, Erin Flanagan and Jake Shropshire talk through the recent Russian elections, why there are protests in Cuba, and a special March Gladness segment full of good news replaces our usual third story. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to keep you up-to-date on the biggest stories from the week.
2024-03-1926 min
Stay With Me HereBiden's Got Style! (and more)This week, Erin Flanagan and Jake Shropshire talk through an update on the conflict in Gaza, President Biden’s SOTU address, and the escalating security situation in Haiti. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to keep you up-to-date on the biggest stories from the week.
2024-03-1221 min
Stay With Me HereSCOTUS is at it again! (and more)This week, Erin Flanagan and Jake Shropshire talk through two recent Supreme Court decisions, an anti-LGBTQ law in Ghana that’s currently in limbo, and how young Burmese are responding to a recent conscription order in Myanmar. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to keep you up-to-date on the biggest stories from the week.
2024-03-0518 min
Stay With Me HereCan You Freeze a Human? (and more)This week, Erin Flanagan and Jake Shropshire look back at two years of war in Ukraine, the Alabama ruling declaring frozen embryos children, and what we can expect from the 2024 elections following former president Donald Trump’s victory in South Carolina. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to keep you up-to-date on the biggest stories from the week.
2024-02-2719 min
Stay With Me HereThe Death of Alexei Navalny (and more)This week, Erin Flanagan and Jake Shropshire talk through the death of Russian opposition figure, Alexei Navalny, the results of the elections in Indonesia, and what to expect in the European parliamentary elections. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to keep you up-to-date on the biggest stories from the week.
2024-02-2014 min
Stay With Me HereBiden Found Guilty of Being Old (and more)This week, Erin Flanagan and Jake Shropshire talk through the special counsel report about Biden’s handling of classified documents, the ongoing conflict in the DR Congo, and Tucker Carlson’s interview with Russian President Vladimir Putin. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to keep you up-to-date on the biggest stories from the week.
2024-02-1318 min
Stay With Me HereIs Democracy in Senegal Doomed? (and more)This week, Erin Flagan and Jake Shropshire talk through the US strikes on Iranian-backed targets, the possible decline of democracy in Senegal, and election results in gang-stricken El Salvador. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to keep you up-to-date on the biggest stories from the week.
2024-02-0613 min
Stay With Me HereWe're Back! The Siege of Paris (and more)This week, Erin Flanagan. and Jake Shropshire talk through the ICJ's court decision about a possible genocide in Gaza, dissect the Republican primary race, and explain why French farmers are laying "siege" on Paris with their tractors. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to keep you up-to-date. on the. biggest stories from the week.
2024-01-3018 min
Stay With Me HereThai Elections, US Debt Limit, and Ukraine CounteroffensiveErin Flanagan and Jake Shropshire talk through the exciting results of Sunday's elections in Thailand, break down what exactly is going on with the US debt limit crisis in Congress, and discuss what a counteroffensive could look like for Ukraine in the war. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to keep you up-to-date on the biggest stories from the week.
2023-05-1725 min
Stay With Me HereKing Charles Coronated, Trump Sued, and Imran Khan ArrestedErin Flanagan and Jake Shropshire talk through Saturday's coronation of King Charles III in England, the verdict in a rape case against Donald Trump, and the arrest of former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to keep you up-to-date on the biggest stories from the week.
2023-05-1020 min
Stay With Me HereUS Abortion Rulings, Macron's Trip to China, & Leaked Pentagon DocumentsThis week, Erin Flanagan and Jake Shropshrie talk through the two dueling rulings on medication abortion in the US, discuss French President Macron's recent trip to China, and break down how some classified documents were leaked from the Pentagon. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to keep you up-to-date on the biggest stories from the week.
2023-04-1315 min
Stay With Me HereTrump Indicted, Finland Joins NATO, & WSJ Reporter Jailed in RussiaThis week, Erin Flanagan and Jake Shropshire talk through Tuesday's indictment of former US President Donald Trump on charges of business fraud, the process of Finland joining NATO, and why a Wall Street Journal reporter was arrested in Russia. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to keep you up-to-date on the biggest stories from the week.
2023-04-0520 min
Stay With Me HereEMERGENCY POD: Trump Indicted in ManhattanIn this special emergency podcast, Erin Flanagan and Jake Shropshire break down what exactly happened when a grand jury voted to indict Donald Trump for about 30 counts related to business fraud, how everyone reacted, and what the political implications are.
2023-03-3109 min
Stay With Me HereProtests in Israel, Tragic Fire in Mexico, and an Opposition Leader Released in RwandaThis week, Erin Flanagan and Jacob Shropshire talk through the mass protests in Israel, the tragic deaths of 38 migrants in Mexico in a fire at a detention center, and the release of opposition figure Paul Rusesabagina in Rwanda. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to keep you up-to-date on the biggest stories from the week.
2023-03-2916 min
Stay With Me HereTrump Indictment, France Protests, and Russia-China MeetingsThis week, Erin Flanagan and Jake Shropshire talk through the possible upcoming indictment of former US President Donald Trump, discuss the recent protests happening across France, and break down the meetings between Xi Jinping of China and Vladimir Putin of Russia. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to keep you up-to-date on the biggest stories from the week.
2023-03-2222 min
Stay With Me HereSVB Collapse, Saudi-Iran Agreement, and the Tunisian ParliamentThis week, Erin Flanagan and Jake Shropshire talk through the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank in the US, discuss the recent agreement between Saudi Arabia and Iran that was brokered by China, and break down how Tunisia's leadership has made its parliament essentially toothless. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to keep you up-to-date on the biggest stories from the week.
2023-03-1522 min
Stay With Me HereVietnamese Leadership Change, Protests in Georgia, and Water Crisis in EuropeThis week, Erin Flanagan and Jake Shropshire talk through the recent leadership change in Vietnam, discuss the protests happening in Georgia (the country, not the state) about a new bill, and break down why Europe is dealing with a water shortage. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to keep you up-to-date on the biggest stories from the week.
2023-03-0818 min
Stay With Me HereNigerian Elections, UK & EU Trade Deal, and Migrants in ItalyThis week, Erin Flanagan and Jake Shropshire talk through the results of the recent Nigerian election, broke down the new trade deal proposed between the UK and the EU, and discuss the death of more than 60 migrants in Italy and the problems with immigration in Europe. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to keep you up-to-date on the biggest stories from the week.
2023-03-0121 min
Stay With Me HereFox News Sued, Ohio Train Derailment, and One Year of War in Ukraine (w/ Oleg Kobtzeff)This week, Erin Flanagan and Jacob Shropshire talk through the lawsuit brought against US-conservative media channel Fox News, give an update on the train derailment in Ohio, and interview Oleg Kobtzeff as we look back ahead of the one year anniversary of Russia's invasion of Ukraine.
2023-02-2228 min
Stay With Me HereStrikes in France, Aid in Syria, and Balloons in the USThis week, Erin Flanagan and Jake Shropshire talk through the recent labor strikes happening across France, break down the implications of the earthquake and its effects in Syria, and talk through some developments in the whole spy balloon fiasco in the US. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to keep you up-to-date on the biggest stories from the week.
2023-02-1515 min
Stay With Me HereEarthquake in Turkey & Syria, Chinese Spy Balloon, and Nigerian Elections (w/ Boladale Adekoya)This week, Erin Flanagan and Jake Shropshire talk through the recent earthquake that killed thousands in Turkey and Syria, break down what exactly you need to know about the Chinese spy balloon that floated over the US, and played "What Did They Say???", a game focused on Biden's second State of the Union. Then Erin talked with Boladale Adekoya, the deputy managing editor at People's Gazette, about the upcoming elections in Nigeria. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to keep you up-to-date on the biggest stories from the week.
2023-02-0935 min
Stay With Me HereNATO Expansion, Israel Under Netanyahu, and Tyre NicholsThis week, Erin Flanagan and Jake Shropshire talk through the recent negotiations about Finland and Sweden joining NATO and Turkey's objections to it, discuss what's happening with Israel now that Benjamin Netanyahu is back in charge, and break down the killing of Tyre Nichols by police officers in Memphis, Tennessee. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to keep you up-to-date on the biggest stories from the week.
2023-02-0116 min
Stay With Me HereCalifornia Shootings, Ardern Resigns, and the Classified Document FiascoThis week, Erin Flanagan and Jake Shropshire talk through the recent shootings in California and how they relate to anti-asian hate in the US, discuss the surprise resignation of New Zealand Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern, and break down what exactly is going on with all these classified documents in places where they probably shouldn't be. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to keep you up-to-date on the biggest stories from the week.
2023-01-2518 min
Stay With Me HereAfghanistan Update, Andrew Tate, and Energy Crisis 'Round the WorldThis week, Erin Flanagan and Jake Shropshire talk through the recent developments for human rights Taliban-controlled Afghanistan, discuss the arrest of Andrew Tate in Romania and his influence on young men, and broke down what exactly is causing the global energy crisis and why. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to keep you up-to-date on the biggest stories from the week.
2023-01-1817 min
Stay With Me HereProtests in China & Iran, Ukraine UpdatesThis week, Erin Flanagan and Jake Shropshire talk through the protests in China over zero-COVID policies, discuss the ongoing protests in Iran, and give an update on the war in Ukraine. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to keep you up-to-date on the biggest stories from the week.
2022-11-2917 min
Stay With Me HereUS Politics Update, World Cup in Qatar, & Shooting in ColoradoThis week, Erin Flanagan and Jake Shropshire talk through the rest of the midterm results and some big political announcements in the US, how Qatar may not have been the best place for this year's FIFA World Cup, and a shooting at an LGBT+ club in Colorado Springs.
2022-11-2323 min
Stay With Me HereUS Midterms, COP27, Explosion in IstanbulThis week, Erin Flanagan and Jake Shropshire talk through the recent US midterms, break down the ongoing climate talks in Egypt, and discuss the recent bombing in Istanbul. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to keep you up-to-date on the latest happening around the world.
2022-11-1523 min
Stay With Me HereLula in Brazil, Political Violence in the US, and Netanyahu in IsraelThis week, Erin Flanagan and Jake Shropshire talk through the recent elections in Brazil and the ousting of Bolsonaro, discuss the attacks against Paul Pelosi and political violence in the US, and break down what recent Israeli elections mean for the future of Benjamin Netanyahu. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to keep you up-to-date on the latest happening around the world.
2022-11-0221 min
Stay With Me HereNew PM in UK, CCP Congress Update, and the Politicization of LolaThis week, Erin Flanagan and Jake Shropshire talk through the rise of Rishi Sunak as the UK's new Prime Minister, give an update on the CCP Congress, and discuss the politicization of the death of Lola, a 12-year-old French girl. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to keep you up-to-date on the latest.
2022-10-2521 min
Stay With Me HereCCP Congress, Midterm Preview, and Haiti UpdateThis week, Erin Flanagan and Jake Shropshire talk through the Chinese Communist Party Congress, give a preview for the upcoming midterms, and discuss the current security and humanitarian situation in Haiti. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to keep you up-to-date on the latest.
2022-10-1820 min
Stay With Me HereFat Bear Week, Attack in Thailand, and Russian Counter-CounteroffensiveThis week, Erin Flanagan and Jake Shropshire talk through the attacks on a daycare in Thailand, and the Russian counter to the Ukrainian counteroffensive. Plus, a special interview with Katmai National Park Ranger Felicia Jimenez about why fat bears are so important for the Alaskan ecosystem!
2022-10-1116 min
Stay With Me HereElections in Brazil, Hurricane Ian, and Illegal Annexation in UkraineThis week, Erin Flanagan and Jake Shropshire talk through the elections in Brazil, discuss Hurricane Ian, and Russia's illegal annexation in Ukraine. Plus, Have You Heard, our weekly breakdown of the week's biggest headlines.
2022-10-0418 min
Stay With Me HereProtests in Iran, Fascism in Italy, and UNGAThis week, Erin Flanagan and Jake Shropshire talk through the recent protests in Iran, discuss the elections in Italy, and break down the UN General Assembly. Plus, Have You Heard, our weekly breakdown of the week's biggest headlines.
2022-09-2716 min
Stay With Me HereHurricane Fiona, DeSantis Sends Migrants to Blue States, and Conflict in Former USSR StatesThis week, Erin Flanagan and Jake Shropshire talk through the devastating effects of Hurricane Fiona on the island of Puerto Rico, the political scheme by Ron DeSantis to send Venezuelan asylum seekers to Massachusetts, and the conflicts breaking out in some former Soviet Union states. Plus, a Have You Heard breakdown of the week's biggest headlines.
2022-09-2018 min
Stay With Me HereThe Queen Dies, Ukraine Reclaims Land, and Elections in SwedenThis week, Erin Flanagan and Jacob Shropshire talk through the death of Queen Elizabeth II, the Ukrainian counteroffensive that reclaimed land in the northeast, and a round of elections in Sweden. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to make sure you're up-to-date on the biggest stories of the week.
2022-09-1519 min
Stay With Me HerePakistan Floods, Prime Minister Liz Truss, and EU Energy CrisisThis week, Erin Flanagan and Jake Shropshire talk through the floods ravaging Pakistan, the election of now Prime Minister Liz Truss, and the EU energy crisis being perpetrated by Russia over oil exports.
2022-09-0616 min
Stay With Me HereUkraine Update, LGBTQ+ Rights in Singapore, and Student Debt ReliefThis week, Erin Flanagan and Jake Shropshire talk through the recent updates on the ground in Ukraine, the advancement of LGBTQ+ rights in Singapore, and the debt relief initiative launched by the White House.
2022-08-2623 min
Stay With Me HereFBI Search of Mar-a-Lago, Congress Passes Climate Bill, and Stabbing of Salman RushdieThis week, Erin Flanagan and Jacob Shropshire talk through the FBI's execution of a search warrant at former president Donald Trump's residence at Mar-a-Lago, the passage of the Inflation Reduction Act in congress, and the stabbing of author Salman Rushdie in New York. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to make sure you're up-to-date on the biggest stories of the week.
2022-08-1617 min
Stay With Me HereManchin for Climate, Pelosi in Taiwan, and al-Qaeda Leader DeadThis week, Erin Flanagan and Jacob Shropshire talk through the climate package that Joe Manchin has signed on to in the US Senate, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi's trip to Taiwan, and the killing of al-Qaeda leader Ayman al-Zawahiri by the US. Plus, Have Your Heard headlines to make sure you're up-to-date on the biggest stories of the week.
2022-08-0318 min
Stay With Me HereMonkeypox Outbreak, the Pope in Canada, and Executions in MyanmarThis week, Erin Flanagan and Jacob Shropshire talk through the monkeypox outbreak, discuss the Pope's visit to Canada, and explain the execution of democracy activists in. Myanmar. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to make sure you're up-to-date on the biggest stories of the week.
2022-07-2714 min
Stay With Me HereBiden in the Middle East, Heat Wave in Europe, and Ukraine UpdateThis week, Erin Flanagan and Jacob Shropshire talk through Biden's visit in the Middle East, discuss the heat wave in Europe, and provide an update on Ukraine. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to make sure you're up-to-date on the biggest stories of the week.
2022-07-1916 min
Stay With Me HereOil Crisis in Sri Lanka, a Shooting in Denmark, and Supreme Court WatchThis week, Erin Flanagan and Jacob Shropshire talk through the oil crisis in Sri Lanka, discuss a recent mass shooting in Denmark, and unpack the latest Supreme Court decisions. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to make sure you're up-to-date on the biggest stories of the week.
2022-07-0516 min
Stay With Me HereSpecial Episode: Supreme Court WatchThis week, Erin Flanagan and Jacob Shropshire talk through three Supreme Court rulings from the past week. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to make sure you're up-to-date on the biggest stories of the week.
2022-06-2823 min
Stay With Me HereFrench Election Results, Rise of Coal in Europe, and Federal Interest HikeThis week, Erin Flanagan and Jacob Shropshire talk through the final French election results, discuss why Germany and some other European countries are firing up their coal plants, and unpack last week's interest hike Plus, Have You Heard headlines to make sure you're up-to-date on the biggest stories of the week.
2022-06-2115 min
Stay With Me HereJanuary 6th Hearings, Bipartisan Gun Control, and French Parliamentary ElectionsThis week, Erin Flanagan and Jacob Shropshire talk through the first two days of the January 6th committee hearings, discuss the potential for a bipartisan gun control bill in the U.S. Senate, and unpack this week's French parliamentary elections. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to make sure you're up-to-date on the biggest stories of the week.
2022-06-1418 min
Stay With Me HereA No-Confidence Vote for Johnson, an Attack in Nigeria, and an Interview with Ishaan SThis week, Erin Flanagan and Jacob Shropshire talk through the vote of no confidence against Prime Minister Boris Johnson in the U.K., discuss a violent attack on a church in Nigeria, and interview Ishaan S of the Ishaan S. Show. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to make sure you're up-to-date on the biggest stories of the week.
2022-06-0716 min
Stay With Me HereGun Violence in the U.S., Biden in Taiwan, and Ukraine UpdateThis week, Erin Flanagan and Jacob Shropshire talk through gun violence and gun regulation in the U.S. following a week of mass shootings, discuss President Biden's visit to Taiwan, and provide a quick update on the war in Ukraine. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to make sure you're up-to-date on the biggest stories of the week.
2022-06-0122 min
Stay With Me HereSinn Féin in Northern Ireland, Abortion in the US, China's Deal with the Solomon IslandsThis week, Erin Flanagan and Jacob Shropshire talk through Sinn Féin's historic win in Northern Ireland, discuss the ongoing abortion debate in the U.S., and dive into China's recent deal with the Solomon Islands. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to make sure you're up-to-date on the biggest stories of the week.
2022-05-1021 min
Stay With Me HereTensions Rise in Moldova, White House Correspondent Dinner, and an Interview with Hieu LeThis week, Erin Flanagan and Jacob Shropshire give an update on Ukraine and the rising tensions in Moldova, discuss the White House Correspondent Dinner, and interview Hieu Le, a candidate for the Nevada University Board of Regents. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to make sure you're up-to-date on the biggest stories of the week.
2022-05-0324 min
Stay With Me HereUpdates in Ukraine, Results of the French Election, and Tensions Between Israel and PalestineThis week, Erin Flanagan and Jacob Shropshire give an update on the war in Ukraine, discuss the outcome of the French presidential election, and talk through the rising tensions in Israel and Palestine. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to make sure you're up-to-date on the biggest stories from the week.
2022-04-2618 min
Stay With Me HereUkraine's Impact on Food Security, UN Climate Report, and Abortion Rights in the USThis week, Erin Flanagan and Jacob Shropshire explain how the war in Ukraine is impacting. global food security, discuss the recent UN climate report, and talk through the current state of abortion rights in the United States. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to make sure you're up-to-date on the biggest stories from the week.
2022-04-2019 min
Stay With Me HereHuman Rights Violations in Ukraine, First Round of French Elections, and Constitutional Crisis in PakistanThis week, Erin Flanagan and Jacob Shropshire explain the human rights violations by Russia in Ukraine and what war crimes trials might entail, discuss the recent first-round results from the French election, and talk through the constitutional crisis that Pakistan just managed to navigate out of. Plus, they go through some Have You Heard headlines to make sure you're up-to-date on the biggest stories from the week.
2022-04-1221 min
Stay With Me HereThe EU's Relationship to Ukraine, Viktor Orban Re-elected, and McKinseygate in FranceThis week, Jacob Shropshire and Erin Flanagan explain EU's relationship to Ukraine, discuss Viktor Orban's re-election in Hungary, and talk through how something called "McKinseygate" is impacting the French presidential elections. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to make sure you're up-to-date on the biggest stories from the week.
2022-04-0422 min
Stay With Me HereNATO Explained, Biden's New Budget, and the Extreme Right in FranceThis week, Jacob Shropshire and Erin Flanagan explain NATO's role in Ukraine, talk through Biden's new budget, and discuss the rise of the extreme right in France ahead of the upcoming election. Then, we look back on Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson's Supreme Court nomination hearing. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to make sure you're up-to-date on the biggest stories from the week.
2022-03-2927 min
Stay With Me HereJournalists in Ukraine, Biden Meets with Jinping, and Macron's Election BidThis week, Jacob Shropshire and Erin Flanagan discuss the role of journalism in the invasion of Ukraine, discuss Biden's phone call with Chinese president Xi Jinping, and go over French president Emmanuel Macron's election platform. Then, we discuss the kick-off of Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson's nomination hearing during our segment, Supreme Court Watch. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to make sure you're up-to-date on the biggest stories from the week.
2022-03-2232 min
Stay With Me HereHumanitarian Crisis in Ukraine, French Elections, and Biden's AgendaThis week, Jacob Shropshire and Erin Flanagan give an update on the growing humanitarian crisis in Ukraine, discuss the upcoming French elections, and go over Biden's agenda in Congress. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to make sure you're up-to-date on the biggest stories from the week.
2022-03-1528 min
Stay With Me HereUkraine Update, Culture War in the U.S., and the Jobs ReportThis week, Jacob Shropshire and Erin Flanagan give an update on Russia's invasion of Ukraine and its geopolitical impact, discuss a spate of bills designed to stoke the culture war in the U.S. and go over the latest jobs report. Plus, Have You Heard headlines to make sure you're up-to-date on the biggest stories from the week.
2022-03-0932 min
Stay With Me HereRussia Invades Ukraine, Biden's SOTU Address, and KBJ to the Supreme CourtThis week, Jacob Shropshire and Erin Flanagan explain Russia's invasion of Ukraine, discuss President Biden's State of the Union Address, and celebrated Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson's nomination to the U.S. Supreme Court. Plus, Have You Heard? headlines to make sure you're up-to-date on the biggest stories from the week.
2022-03-0231 min
Stay With Me HereUkraine Continued, France Leaves Mali, and Civil Case Against TrumpThis week, Jacob Shropshire and Erin Flanagan discuss the (still) ongoing situation in Ukraine, explain why French troops have pulled out of Mali and what that means for Western Africa, and debate the politics of the civil case being brought against former President Donald Trump in New York. Plus, Have You Heard? headlines to make sure you're up-to-date on the biggest stories from the week.
2022-02-2121 min
Stay With Me HereUkraine, Is COVID-19 Endemic?, and Truckers in CanadaThis week, Jacob Shropshire and Erin Flanagan discuss the ongoing situation in Ukraine, debate whether or not we've reached the endemic phase of COVID-19, and dive into the trucker protests that began in Canada that are now spreading globally. Plus, six Have You Heard? headlines and a new segment called Supreme Court Watch to make sure you're up to date on the biggest stories from this week.
2022-02-1527 min
Stay With Me HereOlympics, Ukraine, and RedistrictingThis week, Jacob Shropshire and Erin Flanagan discuss the politics surrounding the Olympics, update listeners on the situation in Ukraine, and chat about redistricting in the U.S. Plus, five Have Your Heard? headlines to make sure you're up to date on the biggest stories from this week.
2022-02-0819 min
Stay With Me HereWelcome, and Stay With Us Here !This week, Jacob Shropshire and Erin Flanagan introduce listeners to the new podcast then discuss Breyer's resignation, the situation in Ukraine, and a recent economic report.
2022-02-0126 min