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1A is a show for a changing America. Every day, we convene a conversation about the most important is 1A from WAMU and NPR is a show for a changing America.

Every day, host Jenn White convenes a conversation about the most important issues of our time. The show takes a deep and unflinching look at America, bringing context and insight to stories unfolding across the country and the world. With a name inspired by the 1st amendment, 1A explores important issues such as policy, politics, technology, and what connects us across the fissures that divide th

The News Roundup - Domestic 08/02/2024

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The News Roundup - Domestic Trump sits for an interview at the NABJ. Iowa's abortion ban goes into effect.

The News Roundup - Domestic 06/14/2024

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The News Roundup - Domestic Garland is held in contempt of Congress. Trump meets with his probation officer.

Biden, the border, and the asylum executive order 06/12/2024

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Biden, the border, and the asylum executive order There’s been little progress immigration reform across the federal government.

Unpacking the results of the Indian election 06/04/2024

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Unpacking the results of the Indian election Since April, the world's largest democracy has been conducting a general election with 970 million eligible voters.

05/21/2024

As kids across Colorado report high levels of depression and anxiety, communities are scrambling to figure out how to help. This week, 1A is teaming up with to hear from one high school where teens are starting to feel better. Join Senior Editor Leigh Paterson for a conversation about youth mental health in Summit County streaming live on May 21 at 1:30 pm EST on the YouTube channel.

This conversation is part of Remaking America, a two-year reporting project that provides a platform for communication, comprehension, and change. Remaking America is funded in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting.

1A Remaking America: Carbon capture in California 05/16/2024

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1A Remaking America: Carbon capture in California Carbon dioxide accounts for about two-thirds of all earth-warming greenhouse gases.

If You Can Keep It: The rising cost of running a campaign 05/13/2024

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If You Can Keep It: The rising cost of running a campaign Maryland’s Senate race is the third most expensive nationwide behind California and Texas.

If You Can Keep It: The role of third-party candidates in the 2024 election 05/06/2024

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If You Can Keep It: The role of third-party candidates in the 2024 election What role do third parties play in elections? And how could they influence this year’s presidential one—even if they don’t win it?

05/03/2024

Join us on Instagram () on Monday May 6th at 12:30 pm MDT/1:30 pm EST for a special joint Instagram LIVE with K*T Austin for a discussion on the realities of being a renter.

We'll be talking 1-on-1 with K*T's housing reporter, Audrey McGlinchy, about what she found in her latest engagement reporting project.

This reporting is part of Remaking America, a two-year reporting project that provides a platform for communication, comprehension, and change. Remaking America is funded in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. See you LIVE on Instagram on the 6th!

Emily Oster uses data to help people better understand pregnancy 05/01/2024

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Emily Oster uses data to help people better understand pregnancy Pregnancy is hard. And that’s before you consider that as many as half of pregnancies come with added complications.

If You Can Keep It: Trump, the Supreme Court, and immunity 04/29/2024

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If You Can Keep It: Trump, the Supreme Court, and immunity The timing is just as significant as the outcome with the November election just six months away.

The psychology of jury selection 04/25/2024

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The psychology of jury selection First, we hear from someone who’s served on a jury for another high-profile case.

1A Record Club: Taylor Swift and 'The Tortured Poets Department' 04/23/2024

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1A Record Club: Taylor Swift and 'The Tortured Poets Department' Where does this new album fit into her catalog of music?

The News Roundup - Domestic 04/19/2024

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The News Roundup - Domestic Biden speaks with steelworkers. USC silences its valedictorian.

The connections between American guns and the migrant crisis 04/18/2024

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The connections between American guns and the migrant crisis At least 70 percent of fi****ms found in crime scenes in Mexico can be traced back to the U.S.

What Donald Trump's indictments mean for the election and our legal system 04/16/2024

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What Donald Trump's indictments mean for the election and our legal system What sets this case in New York apart?

If You Can Keep It: The legacy of Roe v. Wade in the 2024 election 04/15/2024

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If You Can Keep It: The legacy of Roe v. Wade in the 2024 election Nationwide, citizens are arguing in the courts, legislatures, and ballot boxes over whether abortion should be banned.

The News Roundup - Domestic 04/12/2024

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The News Roundup - Domestic Arizona enforces its abortion ban with a law from 1864. Donald Trump's hush money trial will proceed.

Meg Jay helps us navigate, understand, and review our twenties 04/11/2024

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Meg Jay helps us navigate, understand, and review our twenties We sit down with her to talk about growing up, becoming an adult, and how our twenties stay with us all our lives.

Driverless 18-wheelers are hitting the roads in Texas. How are they being regulated? 04/10/2024

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Driverless 18-wheelers are hitting the roads in Texas. How are they being regulated? There are an estimated 3.5 million freight drivers in the U.S. How will this technology affect them?

The News Roundup - Domestic 04/05/2024

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The News Roundup - Domestic Trump posts hsi bail. Iowa vs. LSU breaks records.

Florida is banning abortion past six weeks of pregnancy. Why? 04/03/2024

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Florida is banning abortion past six weeks of pregnancy. Why? Florida residents will weigh in on the issue through a November ballot measure to enshrine abortion rights in the state constitution.

Diving into the American happiness gap 04/02/2024

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Diving into the American happiness gap Are you happy?

If You Can Keep It: NBC, social media, and preserving democracy 04/01/2024

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If You Can Keep It: NBC, social media, and preserving democracy We examine the role of television networks that the media plays in preserving our democracy.

The News Roundup - Domestic 03/29/2024

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The News Roundup - Domestic A ship collides with Baltimore's Key Bridge. Florida restricts social media for some minors.

How we can transform child protective services 03/28/2024

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How we can transform child protective services It’s a job with incredibly high stakes for families and few happy endings.

The Supreme Court considers the future of mifepristone 03/27/2024

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The Supreme Court considers the future of mifepristone More people than ever are relying on medication abortion since states have imposed bans and restrictions on access.

In Good Health: The 2024 American measles outbreak 03/26/2024

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In Good Health: The 2024 American measles outbreak This rise in U.S. measles infections also coincides with a spike in cases worldwide.

If You Can Keep It: Following the money in the 2024 election 03/25/2024

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If You Can Keep It: Following the money in the 2024 election This year’s presidential election is on track to be the costliest ever.

America has fought regulations over baby formula and 'toddler milk' in 17 other countries. Why? 03/21/2024

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America has fought regulations over baby formula and 'toddler milk' in 17 other countries. Why? What has this campaign looked like around the world? And what implications does it have for the health of infants and toddlers?

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1A from WAMU and NPR is a show for a changing America.

Every day, we convene a conversation about the most important issues of our time. The show takes a deep and unflinching look at America, bringing context and insight to stories unfolding across the country and the world.

With a name inspired by the 1st amendment, 1A explores important issues such as policy, politics, technology, and what connects us across the fissures that divide the country. The program also delves into pop culture, sports, and humor. 1A’s goal is to act as a national mirror—taking time to help America look at itself and to ask what it wants to be.

1A is produced at WAMU 88.5, and distributed by NPR.

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