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The Georgia Senate runoff.

06 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's Election Day in Georgia, where voters are deciding between Sen. Raphael Warnock and challenger Herschel Walker. Plus, a question about investigat...

The Twitter files on Hunter Biden.

05 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we're covering Twitter's decision to suppress the Hunter Biden story and the new leaks showing internal discussions. Plus, an important story a...

The potential railroad strike.

01 Dec 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Congress is trying to stop a potential railroad workers strike. But is Biden on the right side of the issue? Plus, a question about TikTok.You can rea...

The Indian Child Welfare Act.

30 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we're covering one of the most complex stories Tangle has ever seen: The Indian Child Welfare Act of 1978. Plus, we've got a question about why...

The protests in China.

29 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We're breaking down the protests in China and what they mean for the world. Plus, a question about mass shooting statistics and an opportunity to do s...

The Colorado Springs shooting.

28 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In today's edition of Tangle, we're going to be breaking down the Colorado Springs shooting and what we know about it. We also have the news you misse...

A note to listeners from Isaac.

23 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Thanks from Isaac and the whole Tangle team. In the spirit of giving, we ask that you share this url: www.readtangle.com/give. For every new subs...

The (new) Trump special counsel.

22 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We're breaking down the appoinment of another special counsel investigator to look into Trump. Plus, a question about who Democrats might try to run i...

Nancy Pelosi steps down.

21 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Nancy Pelosi steps down from her leadership position. Plus, an update on a reader question from last week about candidate funding, and an important un...

The FTX collapse, explained.

17 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We're going long on Sam Bankman-Fried and FTX, the complicated story of a Democratic mega donor and cryptocurrency exchange going belly up. Plus, a re...

Trump announces presidential run.

16 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We're covering Trump's big announcement for another presidential run. Plus, we've got a new survey on how you're feeling about 2024 and an important s...

What the latest inflation numbers mean.

15 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We're covering the latest inflation numbers and what they mean (some good news, maybe?)... plus, a question about what candidates do with leftover cam...

Democrats win the Senate.

14 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We're covering the results from the 2022 midterms, including Democrats officially taking the Senate. Plus, a question about why some results take so l...

Everything we missed (and an update).

10 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We're covering everything that didn't make it into the newsletter yesterday, a reader question, and Isaac's thoughts on some of the election fraud cla...

SPECIAL EDITION: Democrats' shocking performance.

09 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We're taking a look at Democrats suprisingly strong night, where the midterm race stands now, and what to expect in the next few days. Plus, a list of...

It's Election Day.

08 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We're giving our final preview and rundown of the midterms, what we're watching, and what to expect. Plus, a question about Isaac's perfect voting sys...

Brazil's new (old) president.

07 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we're covering the return of Lula. We also have a reader question about how to prepare for the midterms.You can read today's podcast here, toda...

SPECIAL EDITION: Yes, you should vote.

04 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Election day is in four days. Today, Tangle founder Isaac Saul discusses the reasons most people don't vote, and why you should.Find NPR's covera...

Affirmative action at the Supreme Court.

03 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we're covering the debate over affirmative action, and going long on the arguments for and against it. Plus, a reader question about yesterday'...

Elon Musk takes over Twitter.

01 Nov 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We're breaking down the Elon takeover of Twitter. Plus, a question about "grassroots" movements and an important reader survey about a potential new p...

Progressives retract letter on Ukraine.

31 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we're covering the progressives criticism of Biden's approach in Ukraine — and then the backtracking. Plus, a correction and a question about...

The Fetterman-Oz debate.

27 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we're covering the John Fetterman vs. Dr. Mehmet Oz debate. Plus, a question about how I think of Tangle, and a preview of tomorrow's subscribe...

The pandemic learning losses.

26 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we're covering the results from the "Nation's Report Card," which showed significant drops in learning for fourth and eighth graders — tied t...

Courts halt student debt forgiveness.

25 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We're breaking down the lawsuits that threaten Biden's student loan plan. Plus, a reader question about the Republican party platform and some very im...

INTERVIEW: Ivan Moore on Alaska and ranked choice voting.

20 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Ivan Moore is one of Alaska's top pollsters. Today, he sits down with Tangle to discuss ranked choice voting, the contentious House and Senate races, ...

Biden's gig economy rule.

19 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We're covering the new rules about contractors and the gig economy, which could impact millions of workers. Plus, a question about how Isaac thinks of...

The scandal in Los Angeles.

18 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We're discussing the scandal in Los Angeles over a leaked audio recording of racist remarks. Plus, a question about why Biden is blamed for inflation ...

September's troubling inflation numbers.

17 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We're covering the latest inflation numbers from the Labor Department, what they mean, and who has gotten most of this right. Plus, a question about I...

Biden's mass pardons. (MONDAY'S NEWSLETTER)

14 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We're covering Biden's announcement of a wave of pardons. Plus, a question about state residency and running for office, and an update on the investig...

The war in Ukraine escalates.

13 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we're covering some harrowing updates from the war in Ukraine. Plus, a question about drawing the perfect congressional map.You can read today'...

The protests in Iran, explained.

12 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We're covering the protests in Iran and what they mean for Iranians and the U.S. Plus, a question about how the Tangle team goes to work every morning...

OPEC+ announces oil cuts.

11 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We're covering the decision by OPEC+ nations to cut oil production — and what it means for gas prices and Biden's global diplomacy. Plus, a question...

The Alabama gerrymandering case.

06 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We're covering the voting rights cases in front of the Supreme Court. Plus, a preview of tomorrow's edition. No listener question today.Read Tangle's ...

Have an easy fast...

05 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We're taking the day (mostly) off in observation of Yom Kippur. To those of you observing, we wish you an easy fast. Want to know more about Yom ...

Ukraine's advance.

04 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We're covering the latest from the war in Ukraine — including the annexations of four regions and Ukraine's advances. Plus, a question about Hurrica...

The new Supreme Court term

03 Oct 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We're covering the upcoming Supreme Court term. Also, a reader question about finding good presidential candidates and a brief note about the Brett Fa...

Some big Tangle announcements.

30 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Today, Isaac apologizes for not answering your email, announces some changes at Tangle, and launches our charity drive.Links:Our advertising policy:&n...

Who attacked the Nord Stream pipeline?

29 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Unpacking the global whodunnit.You can read today's podcast here, today’s “Under the Radar” story here, and today’s “Have a nice day” stor...

The Energy Independence and Security Act.

28 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The controversial permitting reform bill. Plus, a question about how Isaac starts his day, and a special shoutout to three listeners!You can read toda...

Elections in Italy.

27 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The elections in Italy and a question about talking to people who believe in conspiracies.You can read today's podcast here, today’s “Under the Ra...

The fraud lawsuit against Trump.

26 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We're covering the New York attorney general's lawsuit into Trump. Plus, a question about food prices.You can read today's podcast here, today’s “...

INTERVIEW: Michael McDonald on midterms, "The Big Lie", and mail-in voting

25 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On today's episode, we sit down with election expert Michael McDonald. Michael is the author of the new book From Pandemic to Insurrection: Voting in ...

Electoral Count Act reform.

22 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We are covering the Electoral Count Act reforms and skipping our reader question. Plus, a preview of tomorrow and a story on the Cherokee Nation.You c...

Biden says the pandemic is over.

21 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Plus, a question about Lindsey Graham's abortion bill.You can read today's podcast here, today’s “Under the Radar” story here, and today’s “...

Lindsey Graham's abortion bill.

20 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Lindsey Graham's abortion bill, a question about the migrants in Martha's Vineyard, and the incoming challenge to student debt cancellation.Click here...

Martha's Vineyard migrants.

19 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Martha's Vineyard story. Plus, a question about where migrants cross the border.You can read today's podcast here, today’s “Under the Radar”...

The August inflation report.

15 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We're covering the latest inflation news. Plus, some reader feedback, a preview of tomorrow's subscribers-only newsletter, and a question about immigr...

The Pennsylvania senate race.

14 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The race that could decide the Senate. Plus, a question about Gov. Abbott's immigration policy.You can read today's podcast here, today’s “Under t...

Ukraine's counteroffensive.

13 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Happy 1 year anniversary to the Tangle Podcast!Advancing Ukrainian troops have made sudden gains with "shocking speed" in the northeastern region of t...

The death of Queen Elizabeth.

12 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On Thursday afternoon, Queen Elizabeth II, the longest-serving British monarch, died at her estate in Scotland. She was 96 years old, and had ruled fo...

The situation on the border.

08 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Over the last few months, a record number of migrant encounters at the southern border and a controversial new policy of Texas Gov. Greg Abbott’s ha...

Biden's speech in Philly.

07 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The news we missed on our break, Biden's speech in Philly, and another question about Trump.You can read today's podcast here.You can subscribe to Tan...

INTERVIEW: Hyrum Lewis on the myth of "Right" and "Left".

04 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On today's episode, we sit down with Hyrum Lewis to discuss the misconceptions of political polarization. He is the co-author of the forthcoming ...

The death of Mikhail Gorbachev.

01 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We explore the legacy of the late Soviet leader. Plus, a question about comparing Hillary's emails to Trumps documents.NOTE: We will be taking a brief...

Is student debt cancellation legal?

31 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Plus, a reader question about electric vehicles.You can read today's podcast here.You can subscribe to Tangle by clicking here or drop something in ou...

California's gas car ban.

30 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On Thursday, California announced it would ban the sale of new gasoline-powered vehicles starting in 2035. Plus, a question about the legality of stud...

The Mar-a-Lago affidavit.

29 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On Friday, the government released a 38-page affidavit related to the search of Donald Trump's residence. Plus, a question about PPP forgiveness vs. s...

INTERVIEW: Economist Noah Smith

28 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On today's episode, Bloomberg columnist Noah Smith comes on the pod to talk about inflation — and what impact Biden's student debt cancellation...

Biden announces student loan cancellation.

25 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Yesterday, President Joe Biden formally announced an executive order for widespread student debt cancellation. The move comes after more than a year o...

Dr. Fauci retires.

24 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Fauci retires, some changes to Tangle, and a recap of last night's midterm results.You can read today's podcast here.You can subscribe to Tangle b...

Who will win the Senate?

23 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

It's a toss-up. We'll look at some of the competitions. Plus, a question about the term "pro-life."You can read today's podcast here.You can subscribe...

Changes at the CDC.

22 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

CDC director announces new COVID guidelines and an organizational overhaul. Plus, a question about politicians' priorities.You can read today's podcas...

The war in Ukraine.

18 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Three months since our last coverage of the conflict, we revisit. You can read today's podcast here.You can subscribe to Tangle by clicking here or d...

Liz Cheney loses.

17 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

And some more updates on recent primaries. Plus, a question about what she'll do next.You can read today's podcast here.You can subscribe to Tangle by...

Good news about inflation?

16 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Another update. Plus, a question about birthright citizenship.You can read today's podcast here.You can subscribe to Tangle by clicking here or drop s...

An update on the Mar-a-Lago search.

15 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What we've learned since our previous coverage on the FBI's raid of Trump's Florida residence. Plus, a question about armed IRS agents.You can read to...

IRS funding.

11 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On Sunday, Senate Democrats passed their climate, health care and tax package. Part of the package includes $80 billion in funding for the Internal Re...

The Mar-a-Lago search.

10 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The FBI's search of Mar-a-Lago. On Monday, news broke that federal agents had executed a search warrant at former President Trump's Florida residence,...

The monkeypox outbreak.

09 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On Thursday, the federal government declared monkeypox a public health emergency. Plus, a question about how journalists use polls.You can read today'...

Senate passes Democrats' "Inflation Reduction Act".

08 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

After a year of negotiations between Democrats' progressive wing and their more conservative flank, the Senate passed the Inflation Reduction Act &nbs...

The Kansas abortion vote.

04 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On Tuesday, Kansas voters rejected a referendum on an amendment to remove the right to abortion from the State Constitution. Plus, a question about ex...

The burn pits bill (the PACT act).

03 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The bill, short for the Sergeant First Class Heath Robinson Honoring Our Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics Act, passed the Senate yesterday and ...

Pelosi's controversial Taiwan visit.

02 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Democratic House Speaker began her trip to Asia on Monday with a stop in Singapore, and the three largest newspapers in Taiwan — The United Dail...

Covid strikes again at Tangle.

01 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Tangle pod is extending its hiatus by one more day so Isaac can move his recording setup to his quarantine space. Your patience is much appreciate...

Isaac debates Wayne Alynn Root.

25 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On July 16, Isaac flew to Las Vegas to attend FreedomFest as an invited guest speaker. Check out today's episode for Isaac's full debate from the even...

A climate change emergency

21 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

NOTE: The Tangle Podcast will go on break next week. Back with your daily news 8/1!On today's episode, Biden's climate change plan. Plus, a question a...

The controversial computer chip bill.

20 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On Tuesday, the Senate took the first step to advance what lawmakers are calling "CHIPS-plus," a piece of legislation that aims to combat the global c...

Biden meets Bin Salman.

19 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

President Biden's trip to Saudi Arabia. We previewed the trip at the end of June, but now that Biden is back on U.S. soil, we figured we’d review wh...

Joe Manchin's decision.

18 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On Thursday, the West Virginia senator Joe Manchin told Democratic leaders that he was not going to back a new economic package that included spending...

Inflation (again).

14 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Yesterday, the Bureau of Labor Statistics released its inflation numbers for June, and prices have once again risen sharply. Plus, an interesting ques...

Brittany Giner's imprisonment.

13 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

American basketball star Brittney Griner was arrested in Russia over four months ago on drug smuggling charges for allegedly possessing cannabis oil i...

President Biden's age.

12 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

President Biden, who is now 79, became the oldest president in U.S. history to be elected when he was voted into office. He will be 82 at the end of h...

Shinzo Abe's assassination.

11 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On Friday, Shinzo Abe, Japan's longest serving prime minister, was assassinated while giving a speech in Nara. Plus, a question about Democrats passin...

The death of Shireen Abu Akleh.

07 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Palestinian-American journalist was killed on May 11, 2022, as Israeli soldiers conducted a raid in the West Bank city of Jenin. Plus, a question ...

Passing an abortion bill (without the filibuster).

06 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On Thursday, President Biden for the first time expressed support for making an exception to the filibuster rule in order to codify abortion rights an...

The Supreme Court's EPA ruling.

05 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In a 6-3 ruling last week, the Supreme Court agreed with Republican-led states and coal companies that the 1970 Clean Air Act did not give the Environ...

Biden and Saudi Arabia.

29 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

President Biden says he will travel to the Middle East next month, from July 13-16. He will be visiting Saudi Arabia to meet with Arab leaders, includ...

SCOTUS's gun control ruling

28 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On Thursday, the Supreme Court struck down a law in New York that required anyone who wanted to carry a handgun in public to show a “special need fo...

Roe v. Wade is struck down.

27 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On Friday, the Supreme Court ended the constitutional right to an abortion, overruling the 1973 Roe v. Wade ruling and leaving the question of abortio...

INTERVIEW: Clementine Morrigan on cancel culture, social justice, and white guilt.

24 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Clementine Morrigan is not someone you'd expect to be an outspoken critic of the left.Warning: this episode contains explicit languageYou can read tod...

The SCOTUS religious school ruling.

23 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On Tuesday, the Supreme Court ruled that Maine violated the Constitution when the state refused to make public funding available to students who atten...

The whole point of Tangle

22 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

A message from Isaac about what this is and why we do it. Plus, some quick hits from yesterday's news.You can read today's podcast here.You can subscr...

The drag show controversy.

21 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

One of the newest culture war battlegrounds in the U.S. is the exposure of children to drag shows. Plus, a listener question about Julian Assange.You ...

Republicans flip a Texas seat.

20 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Last week, Republican Mayra Flores won a special election for an open congressional seat in South Texas. Her win over Democrat Dan Sanchez was a major...

The Fed takes on inflation.

16 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Yesterday, the Federal Reserve approved the largest interest rate increase since 1994 and signaled it would continue lifting interest rates as it atte...

The SCOTUS bill & Kavanaugh threats.

15 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Yesterday, the House of Representatives passed the Supreme Court Police Parity Act to extend Supreme Court security to the family members of justices,...

A gun control deal in the Senate.

14 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On Sunday, a group of 20 senators said they struck a bipartisan gun safety framework, a major breakthrough in talks that have been ongoing since the m...

The Jan. 6 hearings

13 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On Thursday, the Jan. 6 committee held the first of its prime time hearings on the events leading up to and through the day of the riots at the Capito...

INTERVIEW: Dorothy Schulz on how we can reform police.

12 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

On today’s episode, we are sitting down with Dorothy Schulz to discuss Biden's executive order on policing. Dorothy was a Professor of Law, Police S...

California's election results.

09 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

We have most of the results from Tuesday's primaries now. One of the things many people were watching was how successful former President Trump's endo...