Radio Atlantic

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About Radio Atlantic

The Atlantic has long been known as an ideas-driven magazine. Now we’re bringing that same ethos to audio. Like the magazine, the show will “road test” the big ideas that both drive the news and shape our culture. Through conversations—and sometimes sharp debates—with the most insightful thinkers and writers on topics of the day, Radio Atlantic will complicate overly simplistic views. It will cut through the noise with clarifying, personal narratives. It will, hopefully, help listeners make up their own mind about certain ideas.

The national conversation right now can be chaotic, reckless, and stuck. Radio Atlantic aims to bring some order to our thinking—and encourage listeners to be purposeful about how they unstick their mind.

The Neck Fans Are Coming

Wearable tech doesn’t have to be expensive to be revolutionary.

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Laughing at Trump

Democrats are testing a new strategy.

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Scripts | 3. A Special Drug

The patients had tried everything. Except ketamine.

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Scripts | 2. The Mandala Effect

Cooper thought he understood how his psych meds were affecting him. There was a lot he didn’t know.

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Scripts | 1. A Hard Pill to Swallow

One medication could help end the opioid crisis. Why are so few people taking it?

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One Israeli Hostage’s Unusual Experience in Gaza

A conversation with Liat Beinin Atzili, who was kidnapped and held for more than 50 days.

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The Devil’s Bargain of Sports Betting

How do leagues manage the mess of banning athletes who gamble, all while advertising sports betting?

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Biden Steps Aside. How Might Harris Step Up?

Joe Biden announced he won’t seek reelection and endorsed Vice President Kamala as his replacement. What happens now?

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