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The Economy Looks Fine. Why Doesn’t It Feel Fine?
Americans feel pessimistic (https://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/2026/07/16/trump-approval-stuck-30s-post-ipsos-poll-shows/) about the economy even as the stock market soars and unemployment remains low. Kara speaks with a panel of econo
From Bit Parts to Two Emmy Nods: Jeff Hiller’s Long Road to Success
Comedian and actor Jeff Hiller has managed to land roles on two of the buzziest TV shows of the last year. He just earned his second Emmy nomination for a guest role in “Pluribus,” and he seems poised for an even bigger role in the second s
The AI Job Disaster Congress Refuses to Fix
Former Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo says America is heading toward an AI jobs crisis. And she doesn't think Washington is ready. Raimondo joins Kara to explain why she's more worried about the country's political system than the technol
Ben Wikler Has a Plan to Save Democracy
Ben Wikler, political organizer and former chair of the Wisconsin Democratic Party, joins Kara to discuss his new book, “This Is the Plan: How to End America’s Meltdown and Save Democracy.” (https://thisistheplan.com/) Drawing on the grassr
Are Insurgent Democrats Breaking the Party — or Rebuilding It?
With just a few months left until the midterms and President Trump’s approval ratings hovering in the 30s, Democrats believe they’re poised to retake power in Congress this November. But party leaders worry a slate of primary wins by insurg
The Cyberattack We’re Not Ready For
AI is giving cybercriminals capabilities once reserved for elite hackers and powerful nation-states. Cybersecurity expert Nicole Perlroth (https://thisishowtheytellmetheworldends.com/) joins Kara to explain why she fears we’re inching close
Maggie Haberman and Jonathan Swan Take Us Inside Trump’s ‘Imperial Presidency’
In their new book, “Regime Change (https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Regime-Change/Maggie-Haberman/9781668067246),” New York Times journalists Maggie Haberman (https://www.nytimes.com/by/maggie-haberman)and Jonathan Swan (https://www.n
Inside the Fight Against Non-Consensual Deepfake Porn
Non-consensual deepfake pornography is on the rise. While celebrities were often the earliest targets, these AI-generated deepfakes are now spreading across communities and schools (https://www.wsj.com/tech/ai-deepfake-nudes-bullying-school
The Gray Area: The End of the Human Internet
Today, we're bringing you an episode of "The Gray Area, (https://open.spotify.com/show/6NOJ6IkTb2GWMj1RpmtnxP)" another great show from the Vox Media Podcast Network. In this episode, host Sean Illing talks with Atlantic writer Charlie Warz
The Vatican Takes On AI
Kara talks to Father Paolo Benanti, a Franciscan friar, theologian and AI ethics adviser to the Vatican, about why AI has become a central concern for the Catholic Church. They discuss Pope Leo XIV’s encyclical (https://www.vatican.va/conte
The Media CEOs Betting Big on Journalism’s Future: Jim Bankoff & Meredith Kopit Levien
In a challenging decade for media, New York Times President and CEO Meredith Kopit Levien and Vox Media CEO Jim Bankoff have bucked trends and found ways to grow their respective organizations. Meredith has overseen a massive expansion of t
Career Advice: Kara Answers Listeners’ Questions
For this special episode of “On,” we’re switching things up, and you’re the ones asking the questions. Kara offers concrete tips on dealing with bad managers, navigating AI, deciding whether to change careers entirely, and more. Top perform
TMZ’s Harvey Levin Says Politics Is Pop Culture
TMZ, the celebrity news juggernaut, opened a Washington, D.C., bureau this spring. Founder Harvey Levin joins Kara to talk about the stories his team is looking for and why he views politics as pop culture. Levin discusses TMZ’s earlier att
Create or Destroy: Reimagining Marketing with Seth Matlins
Today, we’re bringing you an episode of “Create or Destroy: Reimagining Marketing with Seth Matlins,” (https://open.spotify.com/episode/2JBoWdlWMoZWntAJwzqwLN) a new podcast from the Vox Media Podcast Network. In this episode, host and mark
Peter Chernin on ‘Backrooms,’ Sequel Fatigue, and Hollywood Mergers
The low-budget horror film ‘Backrooms’ is the surprise hit of the summer so far, netting more than $200 million globally in its leap from YouTube to the big screen. But among the film’s producers is a Hollywood heavyweight: Peter Chernin. A
Death in the Digital Age
The only real way for any of us to truly live forever is in the memories of others. In the final episode of the Hacking Longevity series, Kara talks to Valorie Jones, chief technology officer at StoryFile (https://www.storyfile.com/), which
Marc Maron on Podcast Grifters, Fascism & His Legacy
Kara sits down live at the Tribeca Festival with comedian, actor and OG podcaster Marc Maron following the world premiere of his new film, “In Memoriam.” (https://tribecafilm.com/films/in-memoriam-2026) In it, Maron stars as Langston Stanfi
ICE, Iran and $1,000 ‘Cheap Seats’: The World Cup Returns to the U.S.
When FIFA picked the U.S. to co-host the 2026 World Cup alongside Mexico and Canada, Americans saw it as more than just a boon for the country’s tourism industry — it was a chance to finally prove to the world that the U.S. is a soccer-lovi
Music, Consciousness and the Power of Connection
How should we understand the relationship among sound, consciousness and a healthy mind? It has to do with the power of connection, not just to other people but the world around us. In this episode of the Hacking Longevity series, Kara talk
Theo Baker Cracks Open Stanford’s Faustian Bargain With Silicon Valley
Kara talks to Theo Baker, a Stanford University student journalist and the youngest-ever George Polk Award winner, about his new book, "How to Rule the World (https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/760317/how-to-rule-the-world-by-theo-bak
Audie Cornish and Ari Shapiro on Friendship, Feeds and Their New Podcast
Longtime NPR co-hosts Audie Cornish and Ari Shapiro are reuniting for a new CNN podcast, “Engagement Party (https://www.cnn.com/audio/podcasts/engagement-party).” Each week, they unpack all the culture stories they’re obsessed with and that
Longer Life: What Does Science Say?
While the longevity field is filled with dubious claims and junk science, there have been some truly remarkable advances that will have an impact on how we can live longer and stay healthier. In this episode, Kara unpacks some of them with
Demis Hassabis, Google DeepMind and the Battle Over AI Safety
Kara speaks with journalist and author Sebastian Mallaby about his new book, "The Infinity Machine," (https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/752231/the-infinity-machine-by-sebastian-mallaby/) and its central figure: Demis Hassabis, the CE
Pretty Tough with Maria Sharapova: Chelsea Handler
Happy Memorial Day from all of us at On with Kara Swisher! Today, we’re bringing you a special episode of "Pretty Tough (https://podcasts.voxmedia.com/show/pretty-tough-with-maria-sharapova)," a new podcast from the Vox Media Podcast Netw
Is It Possible to Hack Your Body for a Longer Life?
From GLP-1’s to peptides to hyperbaric chambers, we’re awash in medical information and wellness trends. But what do we really know about improving longevity and increasing your healthspan? This is the first episode of the Hacking Longevity
Why FCC Chair Brendan Carr Is a Dangerous Moron
Kara is joined by FCC Commissioner Anna Gomez, Knight First Amendment Institute executive director Jameel Jaffer, and The Verge editor-in-chief Nilay Patel to discuss FCC Chairman Brendan Carr’s escalating campaign against media companies,
Joanna Stern Turned Her Life Over to AI For A Year — Here’s What She Learned
For her new book, “I Am Not a Robot (https://thenewthings.com/),” journalist and longtime technology columnist Joanna Stern (https://thenewthings.com/) turned her life over to AI for one whole year. She let it fold her laundry, conduct inte
Peek Inside the Club You Can't Join, with Jeff Klein
Kara talks to hotelier and hospitality entrepreneur Jeff Klein about the global private club boom. Klein is the founder of the San Vicente clubs (https://www.sanvicenteclubs.com/), ultra-exclusive, members-only clubs in Los Angeles and New
Patrick Radden Keefe On Lies, Conspicuous Wealth & Moral Rot
Journalist, author and podcaster Patrick Radden Keefe is renowned for writing stories about crime and corruption that expose deeper societal truths. His latest book, “London Falling,” explores the mysterious circumstances around the death o
The Creators of ‘Hacks’ on Comedy, Creative Partnership and Surviving Hollywood
Kara talks with "Hacks" creators and showrunners Lucia Aniello, Paul W. Downs and Jen Statsky about the state of comedy and ending the HBO Max hit on their own terms. The critically-acclaimed series follows Deborah Vance, a legendary Las Ve
