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- Yesterday9 min
The anti-crime push in Memphis is also an immigration operation
When President Trump announced the creation of a federal task force to fight violent crime in Memphis, Tenn., and called for the deployment of the Tennessee National Guard, officials did not say immigration enforcement was a goal.Yet the influx of federal agents into Memphis has led to widespread immigration arrests – most involving people without criminal convictions.It has created constant fear within the immigrant community in Memphis.NPR’s Kat Lonsdorf reports.For sponsor-free episodes of Consider This, sign up for Consider This+ via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org. Email us at considerthis@npr.org.This episode was produced by Kai McNamee and Alejandra Marquez Janse. Our director is Jonas Adams. It was edited by Alina Hartounian and Patrick Jarenwattananon. Our interim executive producer is Courtney Dorning.See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy
- 2 days ago15 min
What happens when AI chatbots handle a mental health crisis?
Artificial intelligence is transforming how we gather information and communicate with one another.It’s also changing how some people seek out mental health care. But what happens when this sophisticated technology is used to deal with serious mental health issues?For sponsor-free episodes of Consider This, sign up for Consider This+ via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org. Email us at considerthis@npr.org.This episode was produced by Jason Fuller, with audio engineering by Ted Mebane and Valentina Rodriguez Sanchez. Our director is Jonas Adams.It was edited by Diane Webber and Tinbete Ermyas.Our interim executive producer is Courtney Dorning.See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy
- 3 days ago7 min
Presidents Trump and Zeleneskyy meet this week. What’s their relationship like?
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy is set to meet with President Donald Trump on Tuesday.His visit comes amid a tumultuous time in Ukraine, where protests took place as a result of Zelenskyy firing a popular defense minister.As the two leaders prepare to meet, what's their relationship like - and how might it shape the war in Ukraine?For sponsor-free episodes of Consider This, sign up for Consider This+ via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org. Email us at considerthis@npr.org.This episode was produced by Daniel Ofman.It was edited by Tinbete Ermyas.Our interim executive producer is Courtney Dorning.See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy
- 4 days ago9 min
The unexpected cost of tariffs for some small business owners
When President Trump invokes tariffs - he promises they’ll benefit Americans. But the experience of some small business owners tells a different story. For this week's Reporter's Notebook, Host Debbie Elliott speaks with NPR Business Correspondent Alina Selyukh about what she learned about the unexpected costs small businesses are shouldering.For sponsor-free episodes of Consider This, sign up for Consider This+ via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org. Email us at considerthis@npr.org.This episode was produced by Gabriel Sanchez. Our director is Erika Ryan.It was edited by Emily Kopp and Adam Raney.Our interim executive producer is Courtney Dorning.See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy
- 5 days ago8 min
President Trump doubles down on tariffs
Just months after the Supreme Court struck down President Trump's sweeping tariffs, he's issued new ones.The new tariffs, enacted Friday, have two tiers, of 10 and 12.5%, imposed on goods from the United States' 60 biggest trading partners — 59 countries, plus the European Union.What makes these tariffs different - and how might they affect average consumers?For sponsor-free episodes of Consider This, sign up for Consider This+ via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org. Email us at considerthis@npr.org.This episode was produced by Michelle Aslam and Karen Zamora, with audio engineering by Ted Mebane. Our director is Jonas Adams.It was edited by Rebekah Metzler, Mallory Yu and Tinbete Ermyas.Our interim executive producer is Courtney Dorning.See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy
- 1 weeks ago6 min
What we know about the nuclear deal between the US and Saudi Arabia
The Trump administration has reached a nuclear deal with the government of Saudi Arabia.It would allow the Gulf state to develop a nuclear program for civilian purposes. But the deal has already raised questions about nuclear weapons.What do we know about the agreement - and what effect could it have on US the Middle East?For sponsor-free episodes of Consider This, sign up for Consider This+ via Apple Podcasts or at plus.npr.org. Email us at considerthis@npr.org.This episode was produced by Chris Harland-Dunaway and Tyler Bartlam, with audio engineering by Ted Mebane. Our director is Jonas Adams.It was edited by Patrick Jarenwattananon and Tinbete Ermyas.Our interim executive producer is Courtney Dorning. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy
- 1 weeks ago9 min
Hegseth asks for billions for the Iran war, is there an end game?
Despite promises the Iran war would be decided quickly and decisively, the fighting continues. Does the Trump administration have an exit strategy for Iran and is the US heading into another forever war?After more than two months without an Iran war update, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth testified before the senate and asked for billions more to fund the war in Iran.Hegseth is asking for $67 billion URGENTLY, and Senators – mostly democrats – had questions for Hegseth about the size of the request and the overall strategy of the war.This episode was produced by Lauren Hodges, Gabriel Sanchez, Kadin Mills and Tyler Bartlam. It was edited by Janaya Williams, Andrew Sussman, Justine Klein and Courtney DorningOur interim executive producer is Courtney Dorning.See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy
- 1 weeks ago10 min
The cases against Andrew and Tristan Tate
The crimes the Tate brothers are charged with are the foundation of a lucrative business believed to exploit women and young girls. We talk to a reporter who's dug into a similar investigation.The Tates were arrested in Miami over the weekend after Crown Prosecutors issued 38 new criminal charges. This brings the total number of charges against the pair to 59, and and they include multiple counts of rape and sex trafficking. The brothers deny the charges against them. Andrew Tate is known for polarizing and misogynistic views.This episode was produced by Mia Venkat and Chris Harland-Dunaway, with audio engineering by Tiffany Vera Castro, and additional reporting from Robbie Griffiths. It was edited by Justine Kenin.Our director is Jonas Adams. Our interim executive producer is Courtney Dorning.See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy
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