Songs Giving Us (Much Needed) Life

The WNBA is more popular than ever, but the growth has come with a lot of unwanted attention, like protests at games and death threats directed towards players. This week, we talk with independent journalist Frankie de la Cretaz about what brought all of this hate into the league ...  Show more

There’s a growing backlash to the surveillance systems that have quietly wired themselves into American neighborhoods, with concern growing among people who have never felt watched this way before. Gene talks with historian Matthew Guariglia about how the surveillance state got b ...  Show more

We are at a time in history where there is so much going on that it can start to get you down. I believe that Music can help you feel better, so here's a brand new mix of new and old, to help you forget about what's going on. Hope you smile xx 

In light of recent events - Kevin & Jenna take a moment to touch upon the subject of race - how it was handled in this episode - and how we can all be better allies moving forward. Featured Songs: Another One Bites the Dust - Tell Me Something Good - Loser - It's a Man's Man's Ma ...  Show more

Pop critics from around the country recommend pick-me-ups: Pharrell, the Pointer Sisters, Helado Negro and more. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. You can also subscribe via your favorite podcast app here https://www.nytimes.com/activate-ac ...  Show more

A well-crafted piece of music can bring us to incredible highs and crushing lows, sometimes within the same song. Why does music affect humans this way? Join Chuck, Josh and special guest cellist Ben Sollee as they get to the bottom of music and emotion.