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The toll of caregiving on mental health May 18, 2023

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Latinos remain the country’s youngest and fastest-growing demographic and the next president will need to appeal to these voters. Especially Democrats, who’ve been losing ground to Republicans.

Plus, the challenges of caretaking.
And, the new Zelda game smashes records.

Guests: Axios' Sophia Cai, Stephen Totilo and NBC’s Richard Lui.

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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ChatGPT head asks Congress to regulate AI May 17, 2023

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The CEO of OpenAi, which is the company that makes ChatGPT, testified before the Senate Judiciary committee on Tuesday. CEO Sam Altman asked the committee about oversight for generative AI.

Plus, a new report says abortion bans lead to life-threatening complications.
And, the latest in the debt ceiling negotiations.

Guests: Axios' Ashley Gold, Oriana González and Hans Nichols.

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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The unsettled debate over masking in hospitals May 16, 2023

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The COVID-19 public health emergency is officially over, but masking in health care settings like hospitals is still a topic of debate.

Plus, how the IRS could soon disrupt the tax preparation industry.
And, China sentences a U.S. citizen to life in prison for espionage.

Guests: Axios' Tina Reed and Han Chen; and The Washington Post's Jacob Bogage.

Credits: Axios Today is produced by Niala Boodhoo, 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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Why the world is watching Turkey’s elections May 15, 2023

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The Turkish presidential elections look to be headed to a runoff. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and opposition leader Kemal Kılıçdaroğlu didn’t reach the majority of votes needed for Sunday's election.

Plus, planning for the next COVID-level shock to the economy.

Guests: Axios' Dave Lawler and Felix Salmon.

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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State of Play: debt ceiling talks and a murky 2024 May 12, 2023

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The political fight over the debt ceiling continues to grow, as we approach a cliff that Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen says will come at the start of June. Meanwhile, lies were a central theme in politics this week. Axios' Hans Nichols explains in our weekly politics State of Play.

Plus, the FDA lifts a longtime restriction on blood donations.
And, Netflix says it will put billions into more Korean content.

Guests: Axios' Hans Nichols; University of California, Irvine's Kyung Hyun Kim; and LAist's Vivian Yoon.

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The end of Title 42 at the U.S.-Mexico border May 11, 2023

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Title 42, the pandemic-era immigration policy that made it easier for authorities to turn people away at the U.S.-Mexico border, is set to expire today.

Plus, U.S. Representative George Santos is charged with fraud, money laundering and more
FDA advisors endorse over-the-counter birth control pills.
And, a project to bring descendants of enslaved people closer to their ancestors.

Guests: Axios' Stef Kight, and "Descendant" co-writer and producer Dr. Kern Jackson.

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Trump found liable for sexual abuse and defamation May 10, 2023

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A Manhattan jury on Tuesday found former President Donald Trump liable for sexual abuse and defamation in the civil case brought by writer E. Jean Carroll – and awarded her $5 million in damages.

Plus, a push to lower the age of breast cancer screenings.
And, federal prosecutors file criminal charges against New York Rep. George Santos.

Guests: Axios' Margaret Talev and George Washington University's Dr. Leana Wen.

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What to know ahead of summer travel season May 09, 2023

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If you’ve been planning or looking forward to summer travel, you’ve probably noticed high prices for many flights. Axios' Alex Fitzpatrick has what we need to look out for this summer.

Plus, Asian Americans excluded from the climate movement work for change.
Plus, Uber doubles down on carpooling.

Guests: Axios' Alex Fitzpatrick, Ayurella Horn-Muller and Joann Muller.

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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The end of the Covid-19 Public Health Emergency May 08, 2023

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The Biden administration is ending its Covid public health emergency on Thursday, and the effects could be tangible for many Americans.

Plus, a mass shooting in Texas is the second deadliest in the U.S. this year.
And, why voice notes are now rivaling text messages.

Guests: Axios' Adriel Bettelheim and Natalie Daher.

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How the Hunter Biden investigations could impact 2024 May 05, 2023

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Federal prosecutors seem close to deciding whether to charge the president's son, Hunter Biden, with tax- and gun-related charges. The decision could have a profound impact on President Biden’s re-election campaign. It's just one of three current investigations surrounding Hunter Biden.

Plus, four Proud Boy members are found guilty of seditious conspiracy for their roles in January 6th.
And, a major music industry copyright case comes to a close.

Guests: Axios' Alex Thompson

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