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Can't sleep? Journalist Jennifer Senior says you're not alone in your insomnia
by Terry Gross
Pulitzer Prize-winning writer Jennifer Senior has had insomnia for 25 years. Her new piece in The Atlantic is about her often futile attempts to fall asleep, and about the latest research into insomnia.
Inside the Murdoch family's real-life 'Succession' drama
by Dave Davies
Rupert Murdoch and his oldest kids are battling over who controls his media empire when the 93-year-old dies. The Atlantic writer McKay Coppins explains the stakes and how it could change Fox News.
'Jesus Wept' author chronicles the debates roiling the Catholic church
by Dave Davies
Philip Shenon talks about the past seven popes, and how efforts to reform the Church with the Second Vatican Council led to power struggles and doctrinal debates that lasted for decades.
Robert De Niro stars as a former president confronting a cyber attack in 'Zero Day'
by David Bianculli
In Netflix's six-part political thriller, a crippling attack on American communications and infrastructure leads to abuse of power, political overreach and questionable decisions.
Don't call him a sociopath: Here's how Andrew Scott humanizes 'Ripley'
Scott (aka the "hot priest" from Fleabag) is nominated for a SAG Award for his portrayal of a con man in the Netflix adaptation of The Talented Mr. Ripley. Originally broadcast April, 8, 2024.
Rich Benjamin reflects on a family fractured by a military coup in 'Talk to Me'
by Terry Gross
Benjamin's grandfather, a labor leader, was appointed president of Haiti in '57, but was overthrown after 19 days in office. He talks about his family's resilience and the lasting effects of the coup.
Journalist describes Trump's movements as a 'regime change' towards authoritarianism
by Terry Gross
The Atlantic writer Anne Applebaum says President Trump's dismantling of the U.S. civil service system, and his attacks on judges and his opponents, are part of a playbook on undermining democracy.
Veteran performers shine in 'Planet Earth: Asia' and 'Star Trek: Section 31'
by David Bianculli
From grand and elusive creatures to small and bizarre ones, David Attenborough's BBC docuseries offers wonders in every frame. Michelle Yoeh plays an evil emperor in a new Star Trek made-for-TV movie.
Understanding presidential power in the age of Trump
by Tonya Mosley
New York Times writer Charlie Savage discusses the scope of executive power as President Trump circumvents Congress, pushes legal boundaries and fires scores of federal workers, including at the FBI.