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Axios podcast host Niala Boodhoo digs deep with leaders you know — or need to know — in business, politics and culture. Every week, all in under 20 minutes.

About Axios: Axios is a digital media company launched in 2017. Axios helps you become smarter, faster with news and information across politics, tech, business, media, science and the world. Subscribe to our newsletters at axios.com/newsletters and download our mobile app at axios.com/app.

About Niala Boodhoo: Niala Boodhoo is the host of 1 big thing and previously hosted Axios Today She was the founding Host and Executive Producer of the award-winning news program The 21st. An alum of Reuters, The Miami Herald and WBEZ/Chicago, Niala was a 2019-2020 Knight-Wallace fellow.

Latest Episodes:

The era of over-the-top weddings is upon us Jun 02, 2023

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It's wedding season and small pandemic weddings are in the rear-view mirror, replaced by splashy, pricey affairs.

Plus, the Senate passes the debt limit bill. What does the deal say about future fights in Washington?
And, do you get support from your employer when it comes to menopause?

Guests: Axios' Hans Nichols and Erica Pandey.

Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Alexandra Botti, Fonda Mwangi and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893.

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Corporate America’s commitment to Pride is under new scrutiny Jun 01, 2023

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Pride month is here and chances are if you are out shopping you will see Pride decorated clothing, food, home decor and more. This, of course, is not new. But, these corporate Pride tie-ins are under more scrutiny.

Plus, using Apple AirTags to track car thieves.
And, what makes this NBA finals matchup so special.

Guests: Axios' Nathan Bomey, Russell Contreras and Jeff Tracy.

Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Alexandra Botti, Fonda Mwangi, Lydia McMullen-Laird, Robin Linn and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893.

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Who's to blame for foodborne illness outbreaks May 31, 2023

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Sick workers contribute to 40% of foodborne illness outbreaks at restaurants and food chains in the U.S., according to new data from the CDC, and some experts say corporate policies around employee health need to change. 30 years since E. coli came into the public consciousness, have things improved?

Plus, Moscow is the target of a major drone attack.

Guests: Axios' Dave Lawler, and Northeastern University's Dr. Darin Detwiler.

Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Alexandra Botti, Fonda Mwangi, Lydia McMullen-Laird and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893.

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Parties come together to avert U.S. debt crisis May 30, 2023

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President Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy reached a debt ceiling deal over the weekend. Now, its up to Congress to vote for the bill and avoid a catastrophic default.

Plus, a backlog of migrants builds on the Mexican side of the Southern border.
And, Turkish President Erdoğan secures five more years in power.

Guests: Axios' Hans Nichols and Stef Kight.

Credits: Axios Today is produced by Margaret Talev, Alexandra Botti, Fonda Mwangi, Robin Linn, Lydia McMullen-Laird and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893.

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What debt default would mean for the nation's credit rating May 26, 2023

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We are getting closer to June 1, the date Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen warns the U.S. will run out of money to pay its bills. And there’s still no clear resolution in sight. What does the risk of a default mean for the U.S. government’s credit rating...and reputation?

Plus, how working mothers in the U.S. defied expectations.
And, the not-so-sweet news about artificial sweeteners.

Guests: Axios' Matt Phillips and Carly Mallenbaum.

Credits: Axios Today is produced by Emily Peck, Alexandra Botti, Fonda Mwangi, Robin Linn and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893.

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A bumpy campaign launch for Ron DeSantis May 25, 2023

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Florida Governor Ron DeSantis launched his 2024 presidential campaign via Twitter Spaces on Wednesday evening. Elon Musk's event was plagued by technical glitches and delays.

Plus, how a government app is affecting the war in Ukraine.
Remembering George Floyd on the 3rd anniversary of his murder.
And, the world says goodbye to Tina Turner.

Guests: Axios' Alex Thompson and Dave Lawler, journalist Robert Samuels.

Credits: Axios Today is produced by Emily Peck, Alexandra Botti, Fonda Mwangi, Lydia McMullen-Laird, Robin Linn and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893.

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Mental health support for Uvalde, one year later May 24, 2023

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It's been one year since 19 children and two teachers were killed in a mass shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas. In the lead-up to the anniversary, community members have been seeking mental health help.

Plus, LA's controversial plan to protect bus riders from the heat.

Guests: Axios' Madalyn Mendoza and journalist Sam Bloch.

Credits: Axios Today is produced by Emily Peck, Alexandra Botti, Fonda Mwangi, Lydia McMullen-Laird and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893.

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Civil rights groups warn travelers away from Florida May 23, 2023

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The NAACP issued a formal travel advisory for Florida, warning people against going there, alongside the LGBTQ advocacy group, Equality Florida. A number of Pride events across the state have also been canceled.

Plus, Americans are flocking to stable, patriotic brands.
And, a deal to dramatically cut water usage from the Colorado River.

Guests: Axios' Margaret Talev and Sara Fischer; and The Washington Post's Hannah Sampson.

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Biden and McCarthy’s debt ceiling battle May 22, 2023

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The next debt ceiling meeting between President Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy is set for Monday afternoon. But there’s another possible constitutional option that some Democrats are pushing for: using the 14th Amendment.

Plus, passport delays may derail summer travel.
And, a $29 hot dog in Manhattan is the new symbol for food inflation.

Guests: Axios' Hans Nichols, Kelly Tyko and Jennifer Kingson.

Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Fonda Mwangi and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893.

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How AI could affect the loneliness epidemic May 19, 2023

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One potential use of AI is to help individuals who are lonely or isolated, but as Axios' Chief Technology Correspondent Ina Fried explains, there are perils to beware, too.

Plus, Americans say guns are a top threat to public health.
And, Montana signs the first statewide ban of TikTok.

Guests: Axios' Margaret Talev and Ina Fried.

Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, Alexandra Botti, Fonda Mwangi, Robin Linn and Alex Sugiura. Music is composed by Evan Viola. You can reach us at podcasts@axios.com. You can text questions, comments and story ideas to Niala as a text or voice memo to 202-918-4893.

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