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The hosts of NPR's All Things Considered help you make sense of a major news story and what it means for you, in 15 minutes. New episodes six days a week, Sunday through Friday.Support NPR and get your news sponsor-free with Consider This+. Learn more at plus.npr.org/considerthis

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Indexed episodes, last 90 days
9
Latest publication
Sep 29, 2026
Audience
Apple #40 · US
Earliest in this view
Sep 20, 2026

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  1. Episode · Sep 29, 2026

    Sexual assault on campus is a problem. Can laws help address it? (opens the original)

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    In New York, prosecutors have reopened an investigation into allegations that a student was gang raped by seven fraternity members at Cornell University in 2024. The incident has reignited debates about how to keep students safe on campus. Can federal law make things safer? NY Democratic Senator Kirsten Gillibrand shares her thoughts. This episode was produced by Vincent Acovino and Karen Zamora, with audio engineering by Ted Mebane. Our director is Jonas Adams. It was edited by Christopher Inta

  2. Episode · Sep 28, 2026

    Prosecutor reopens investigation into Cornell fraternity rape allegations (opens the original)

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    New York prosecutors say they are reopening an investigation into an alleged rape case from 2024 that involved Cornell University students. What do we know about the new allegations - and how is it being felt on campus? This episode was produced by Gurjit Kaur, Mia Venkat and Connor Donevan, with audio engineering by Ted Mebane. Our director is Jonas Adams. It was edited by Sarah Handel, Gigi Douban and Tinbete Ermyas. Our interim executive producer is Courtney Dorning. Support public media with

  3. Episode · Sep 27, 2026

    U.S. troops are leaving Iraq. What does that mean for U.S. influence in the region? (opens the original)

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    U.S. forces are withdrawing from Iraq after a two-decade long military presence. Yet, Iraq is still central to the ongoing U.S.-Israel war with Iran - and is caught in the crossfire. What does the troop withdrawal mean for U.S. influence in the region and does it present an opportunity for other nations to fill the vacuum? Support public media with NPR+ and enjoy perks for over 25 podcasts like this one. This show’s perks include bonus episodes and sponsor-free listening. Learn more at plus.npr.

  4. Episode · Sep 25, 2026

    Republican lawmakers are breaking with Trump. Will it last? (opens the original)

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    Amid low approval ratings, several Republican candidates in competitive races are breaking with President Trump as midterms approach. Will it last? This episode was produced by Connor Donevan and Alejandra Marquez Janse, with audio engineering by Ted Mebane. Our director is Jonas Adams. It was edited by Kelsey Snell, Justine Kenin and Tinbete Ermyas. Our interim executive producer is Courtney Dorning. Support public media with NPR+ and enjoy perks for over 25 podcasts like this one. This show’s

  5. Episode · Sep 24, 2026

    Housing in the US: Mortgage rates hit 7% and renters feel squeezed (opens the original)

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    If you're looking for a house to purchase or a place to rent, you're probably feeling squeezed. Mortgage rates have hit seven percent - and a new study shows that renters across the economic spectrum are having trouble paying rent. What's happening in the housing market? Support public media with NPR+ and enjoy perks for over 25 podcasts like this one. This show’s perks include bonus episodes and sponsor-free listening. Learn more at plus.npr.org . This episode was produced by Megan Lim, Kai McN

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