Feb 20 The science behind exercise and why it's good for our bodies This will come as a surprise to no one, but exercise is really good for us. But why it works and how it works are far less understood. Horizons moderator William Brangham explores that with Stanford University’s Euan Ashley. He's…
Politics Feb 16 Democrats pushing to 'get ICE under control' with DHS shutdown, Jeffries says A partial government shutdown is underway, and with Congress out this week, many employees of agencies under the Department of Homeland Security will continue working without pay for the foreseeable future. Congressman Hakeem Jeffries of New York is the top…
Feb 13 In Munich, NATO leaders assess America's reliability as an ally The Munich Security Conference is one of the world’s key diplomatic gatherings. This year, a serious and almost shocking question hangs over the event: Is the United States still a reliable ally? Compass Points moderator Nick Schifrin is in Munich…
Feb 13 How Olympians prepare for the pressure of the world stage The Winter Olympics are in full swing, but it's a far cry from the first games held 130 years ago. Horizons moderator William Brangham explores advances in training, technology and psychology with Dr. Caroline Silby, and discusses how climate change…
Feb 06 With a deadlocked front line, the state of Ukraine peace talks and what Putin wants American-led diplomacy restarts as the war in Ukraine rages on and unprecedented attacks plunge Kyiv into cold and darkness. How long can Ukraine hold out? How long can Russia wage war? And why has Trump failed to find a path…
Feb 06 How sports betting is changing our brains and behavior Americans are expected to place a record-breaking $1.7 billion in legal bets on the Super Bowl. With a potential casino inside every phone and computer, a rising chorus of experts who study problem gambling and addiction are ringing the alarm.
Jan 30 After massive protests and a deadly crackdown, how vulnerable is Iran's regime? Iran is on notice as one of the U.S. military’s largest aircraft carriers arrives in the Middle East after thousands of protesters were killed in a brutal crackdown. How vulnerable is the regime? And what are President Trump’s options if…
Jan 30 How PFAS harm our health — and why they're everywhere What do non-stick pans, firefighting foam and many of our couches, carpets and cosmetics have in common? They’re all made with PFAS. The so-called forever chemicals helped spur innovation, but they’re also insidious to human health. Horizons moderator William Brangham…
Jan 23 Trump backs down from Greenland, but how much damage has been done? A framework for a deal, or an off-ramp? President Trump backs down after his aggressive efforts to acquire Greenland enraged and insulted allies. What’s in the agreement, and how much damage to America’s most important relationships has already been done?…
Jan 23 Why Earth's melting glaciers matter more than we think Ice in the Arctic and Antarctica plays a critical role in maintaining life on Earth, and it is melting faster than previously thought. This is threatening our planet with potentially massive sea-level rise, weather disruptions and further global warming. Horizons…