How Gen Z Protests Overturned a Government, and a Crackdown on TV Drug Ads

Plus, Robert Redford’s legacy. On Today’s Episode:Kirk Killing Suspect Faces Aggravated Murder Charge, and Death Penalty, by Anna Griffin, Jack Healy, Nicholas Bogel-Burroughs and Jacey FortinTrump Invokes Kirk’s Killing in Justifying Measures to Silence Opponents, by Zolan Kanno-Youngs, Andrew Duehren, Kenneth P. Vogel and Katie RogersPatel Plays the Familiar Role of Pugilist at a Senate Hearing, by Glenn Thrush and Alan FeuerTrump Delays TikTok Ban Again as a Deal Takes Shape, by Lauren Hirsch, Emmett Lindner and Sapna MaheshwariWhat to Know About Trump’s Second State Visit to the U.K., by Stephen CastleIsraeli Ground Forces Move Into Gaza City, Sowing Chaos, by Aaron Boxerman, Lara Jakes, Isabel Kershner, Liam Stack and Michael LevensonRobert Redford, Screen Idol Turned Director and Activist, Dies at 89, by Brooks BarnesRobert Redford: 15 Memorable Movies to Stream, by Esther ZuckermanTune in every weekend morning, and tell us what you think at: [email protected]. Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Also, for more podcasts and narrated articles, download The New York Times app at nytimes.com/app.

Plus, a “sci-fi” discovery about ants. On Today’s Episode:Israel Is Committing Genocide in Gaza, U.N. Inquiry Says, by Nick Cumming-BruceIsrael Launches Ground Offensive in Gaza City, by Lara Jakes, Gabby Sobelman, Isabel Kershner and Natan OdenheimerWhite House Plans Broad Crackdown on Liberal Groups, by Katie Rogers and Zolan Kanno-YoungsAppeals Court Says Lisa Cook Can Remain on Fed Board, by Tony Romm, Colby Smith and Ben CasselmanU.S. Strikes a 2nd Venezuela Boat, Killing 3, Trump Says, by Eric Schmitt, Helene Cooper and Charlie SavageTrump Signs Off on Sending the National Guard to Memphis, by Luke Broadwater and Emily CochraneChina’s Snub of U.S. Soybeans Is a Crisis for American Farmers, by Alan RappeportThese Ants Found a Loophole for a Fundamental Rule of Life, by Cara GiaimoTune in every weekend morning, and tell us what you think at: [email protected]. Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Also, for more podcasts and narrated articles, download The New York Times app at nytimes.com/app.

Plus, Gen Z’s go-to financial adviser. On Today’s Episode:Kirk Shooting Suspect Held ‘Leftist Ideology,’ Utah Governor Says, by Jack Healy and Orlando MayorquínRight-Wing Activists Urge Followers to Expose Those Celebrating Kirk Killing, by Alan Feuer, Ken Bensinger and Pooja SalhotraU.K. Plans Biggest Security Operation Since Coronation for Trump’s State Visit, by Lizzie DeardenFar-Right Rally in London Draws Huge Crowd and a Counterprotest, by Mark LandlerStarving Children Eat Animal Feed in Besieged Sudanese City, by Declan WalshThey Had Money Problems. They Turned to ChatGPT for Solutions, by Kailyn RhoneCompany That Bought Publishers Clearing House Won’t Pay Past Prize Winners, by Mark WalkerTune in every weekend morning, and tell us what you think at: [email protected]. Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Also, for more podcasts and narrated articles, download The New York Times app at nytimes.com/app.

Plus, your Friday news quiz. On Today’s Episode:Trump Says Person Is in Custody in Connection With Kirk Shooting, by Nicholas Bogel-Burroughs, Devlin Barrett, Glenn Thrush, Maggie Haberman and Isabella KwaiBolsonaro Sentenced to 27 Years in Prison for Plotting Coup in Brazil, by Ana Ionova and Jack NicasNepal’s Young Protesters Find an Unlikely Partner: The Army, by Alex TravelliStates Want to Ban ‘Forever Chemicals’ in Cookware. These Chefs Say Don’t Do It, by Hiroko TabuchiTheir Schools Banned Phones. Out Came the iPods and Cassette Players, by Callie HoltermannTune in every weekend morning, and tell us what you think at: [email protected]. Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Also, for more podcasts and narrated articles, download The New York Times app at nytimes.com/app.

Plus, why firefighters are sounding an alarm. On Today’s Episode:Charlie Kirk Assassination Raises Fear of Surging Political Violence, by Richard Fausset, Ken Bensinger and Alan FeuerPutin’s Message to Ukraine, Europe and Trump: I Won’t Back Down, by Anton TroianovskiBoat Suspected of Smuggling Drugs Is Said to Have Turned Before U.S. Attacked It, by Charlie Savage and Helene CooperFirefighters Condemn ‘Greed’ as Fire Engine Prices Soar, by Mike BakerScammers Are Using Fake Reviews to Extort Small Businesses, by Stuart A. ThompsonTune in every weekend morning, and tell us what you think at: [email protected]. Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Also, for more podcasts and narrated articles, download The New York Times app at nytimes.com/app.

Plus, 7-Eleven’s new master plan.On Today’s Episode:Israel Attempts to Kill Hamas Leadership in Airstrike on Qatar, a Gaza War Mediator, by Adam Rasgon, Vivian Nereim and Ronen BergmanJudge Rules Fed Governor Can Remain in Role, for Now, by Colby Smith and Tony RommTrump Administration Halts I.R.S. Crackdown on Major Tax Shelters, by Jesse Drucker6 Takeaways From Kennedy’s Childhood Health Report, by Dani Blum, Maggie Astor, Christina Caron, Teddy Rosenbluth and Alice CallahanTrump Moves to Crack Down on Drug Advertising, by Rebecca Robbins, Christina Jewett and Dani BlumThe Forces Behind Nepal’s Explosive Gen Z Protests, by Bhadra Sharma and Alex TravelliIs America Ready for Japanese-Style 7-Elevens?, by River Akira DavisTune in every weekend morning, and tell us what you think at: [email protected]. Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Also, for more podcasts and narrated articles, download The New York Times app at nytimes.com/app.

Plus, the fight for control of Fox News. On Today’s Episode:Israeli Military Orders Residents of Gaza City to Evacuate, by Adam RasgonHouse Panel Releases Drawing for Epstein Apparently Signed by Trump, by Michael GoldSupreme Court Lifts Restrictions on L.A. Immigration Stops, by Adam LiptakTrump Administration Says It Has Begun Immigration Crackdown in Chicago, by Hamed Aleaziz and Julie BosmanInside the Deal Ending the Murdoch Succession Fight, by Jim Rutenberg and Jonathan MahlerReading Skills of 12th Graders Hit a New Low, by Dana GoldsteinAmerica’s Best Restaurants 2025Tune in every weekend morning, and tell us what you think at: [email protected]. Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Also, for more podcasts and narrated articles, download The New York Times app at nytimes.com/app.

Plus, why you’re wrong about your Zodiac sign.On Today’s Episode:How JPMorgan Enabled the Crimes of Jeffrey Epstein, by David Enrich, Matthew Goldstein and Jessica Silver-GreenbergRussia Unleashes Largest Drone Assault of War, Setting Government Building Ablaze, by Andrew E. KramerWhat We Know About the Hyundai-LG Plant Immigration Raid in Georgia, by Chris HippensteelGrand Juries in D.C. Reject Wave of Charges Under Trump’s Crackdown, by Alan FeuerAnthropic Agrees to Pay $1.5 Billion to Settle Lawsuit With Book Authors, by Cade MetzWhy Your Zodiac Sign Is Out of Date, by Aatish Bhatia, Laura Bult, Sutton Raphael, Stephanie Swart and Dion LeeTune in every weekend morning, and tell us what you think at: [email protected] full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Also, for more podcasts and narrated articles, download The New York Times app at nytimes.com/app. Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Also, for more podcasts and narrated articles, download The New York Times app at nytimes.com/app.

Plus, your Friday news quiz. On Today’s Episode:How a Top Secret SEAL Team 6 Mission Into North Korea Fell Apart, by Dave Philipps and Matthew ColeIs the Jobs Data Still Reliable? Yes, at Least for Now, by Ben CasselmanMembers of Congress Grasp for a Stopgap Deal to Avert a Shutdown, by Catie EdmondsonTrump to Sign Order Renaming the Defense Department as the Department of War, by Erica L. GreenAppeals Court Says ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ Detention Center Can Stay Open, by Patricia MazzeiThe Doctors Are Real, but the Sales Pitches Are Frauds, by Steven Lee Myers, Alice Callahan and Teddy RosenbluthGiorgio Armani Changed the Way People Dress. Twice, by Vanessa FriedmanTune in every weekend morning, and tell us what you think at: [email protected]. Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Also, for more podcasts and narrated articles, download The New York Times app at nytimes.com/app.

Plus, a Chinese coffee giant comes to America. On Today’s Episode:States Go Their Own (and Contradictory) Ways on Vaccine Policy, by Emily Baumgaertner NunnKennedy Faces Senate Grilling After Vaccine Changes and C.D.C. Shake-Up, by Sheryl Gay Stolberg and Megan MineiroTrump Administration Says Boat Strike Is Start of Campaign Against Venezuelan Cartels, by Eric Schmitt, Helene Cooper, Alan Feuer, Charlie Savage and Edward WongWhite House Orders Agencies to Escalate Fight Against Offshore Wind, by Maxine Joselow, Lisa Friedman and Brad PlumerWhat We Know About the Funicular Crash in Lisbon, by Francesca RegaladoAs Starbucks Slumps, a Chinese Coffee Giant Sees an Opening in New York, by Tim BalkTune in every weekday morning. To get our full audio journalism and storytelling experience, download the New York Times Audio app — available to Times news subscribers on iOS — and sign up for our weekly newsletter.Tell us what you think at: [email protected].  Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Also, for more podcasts and narrated articles, download The New York Times app at nytimes.com/app.