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The Delve breaks down one issue each week with the people who know the most about it.

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24:57

Venezuela, Oil, and the Limits of Moral Purity

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2026/01/10

In the wake of the U.S. mission that removed Nicolás Maduro from power and sent him to stand trial abroad, millions of Venezuelans have poured into the streets in celebration while much of the Western left has erupted in outrage over oil, sovereignty, and process. Meanwhile, some estimates suggest 8–9 million Venezuelans have already been driven from their homes in one of the largest displacement crises on earth.In this Season 9 opener, Chalin revisits a conversation he recorded back in 2020 with

01:11

Season 9 Trailer

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2026/01/02

Season 9 of The Delve is here.This season, host Chalin Askew goes after the people and systems that quietly — and not so quietly — run our lives. From science and faith to freedom, work, masculinity, and the rise of the tech lords, each Friday we take one big question and pull it apart with people who actually know what they’re talking about.If you’ve ever looked around and thought, “Is this really happening?”, Season 9 is for you.Start here with the trailer — and follow The Delve so you don’t miss

29:48

Andrew Freaking Yang: AI, Extremism & Fixing American...

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2025/12/29

In this December Revamp, Chalin revisits his conversation with Andrew Yang about why American politics keeps rewarding the loudest extremes—and how we can redesign the system itself. They dig into democracy reforms like ranked-choice voting, open primaries, and independent redistricting, and explore how these changes could dial down polarization by giving more power to exhausted-but-engaged voters in the middle.Yang also reflects on AI, the future of work, and what it means to build a political

32:22

Fighting Book Bans and Censorship: Brooky Parks’ Journey

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2025/12/26

Across the United States, school districts and public libraries are under pressure to quietly remove books about race, gender, and LGBTQ+ lives. Behind every “book challenge” is a real person forced to decide whether to cave to censorship or fight back.In this revamped episode, Chalin speaks with Brooky Parks, a librarian who was disciplined and sidelined simply for putting inclusive books on the shelves. Brooky walks us through what actually happens inside a district when a book is targeted, how

42:47

Rethinking Capitalism with Michael Mezzatesta

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2025/12/22

What if the economy wasn’t measured by how much we produce, but by how well we actually live?In this episode, Chalin sits down with economist and Ecological Economics lecturer Michael Mezzatesta to rethink capitalism from the ground up. They unpack why traditional growth-at-all-costs economics is colliding with climate limits, explore ideas like a well-being economy and degrowth, and ask whether we should cap extreme wealth at the top. From overconsumption and inequality to finding happiness with

38:35

Drones and Civilian Casualties: Can Anything Be Done?

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2025/12/20

Drones have quietly moved from the margins of U.S. foreign policy to the center of modern warfare. From covert strikes in Yemen and Pakistan to “drug boat” operations in the Caribbean and drone-dominated battlefields in Ukraine, the promise of “precision” has collided with the reality of civilian death, legal grey zones, and almost no public accountability.In this Delve Revamp, Chalin sits down with Scott Shane, former New York Times national security reporter and author of Objective Troy: A

36:30

Afghanistan After the Headlines: Lives We Left in Limbo

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2025/12/15

As debates in Washington heat up over the fate of Afghan refugees in the United States, Afghanistan has once again slipped into the news cycle as a political talking point—rather than a human reality.In this revamp of one of our most powerful conversations, Chalin Askew speaks with Dr. Nadia Hashimi—pediatrician, novelist, activist, and Afghan-American—to slow things down and look beyond the headlines. Together, they unpack what actually happened on the ground as the Taliban returned to power, how

26:05

Unpacking Human Trafficking: Insights with Dina Haynes

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2025/12/12

Human trafficking remains one of the most complex and urgent human rights issues of our time. In this episode of The Delve, Chalin speaks with Dina Haynes, Executive Director of the Orville H. Schell, Jr. Center for International Human Rights at Yale Law School, to explore the realities of combating trafficking on a global scale.As renewed attention on abuse and power dominates the headlines, Dina helps cut through the noise. She breaks down the systemic challenges, highlights organizations making

01:26

Trailer: What Have We Done

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2025/10/29

We’ve burned forests, broken systems, and ignored the people paying the price.Now, we’re talking to the founders trying to fix it.What Have We Done is a new podcast from Soundly AI and Propel, hosted by Chalin Askew (The Delve) and Stephen Michael (Propel). Each episode explores one of humanity’s biggest mistakes and the innovators turning crisis into change.This is not another tech show. It’s a reckoning with hope.

01:32

The Delve Europe: A New Chapter Begins

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2025/05/09

Welcome to The Delve Europe—a new chapter in The Delve family of podcasts.Hey everyone, I’m Chalin. I just landed in Europe and I’ve got questions. Big ones.From political shake-ups to cultural divides, The Delve Europe is my way of making sense of it all and I’m bringing you along for the ride. We’re talking to the people shaping the story, from policy experts to everyday voices, to get real answers about where this continent is headed.Catch the premiere on Tuesday, May 13. Subscribe wherever you

27:41

Comedy, Censorship, and Power

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2024/12/31

What happens when humor collides with power? In this thought-provoking episode of The Delve, guest host Madison explores the high stakes of comedy in politically charged environments. From Tony Hinchcliffe’s infamous remarks to the rise and fall of Shanghai’s comedy scene during China’s strict COVID lockdowns, we examine how laughter can become a tool for resistance—and a target for suppression.Joining the conversation is Taiwanese comedian Vicki Wang, who brings her unique perspective on using

27:05

Messiahs and the End of Time: Exploring Spiritual...

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2024/12/27

We’ve saved something truly extraordinary for the Season 8 finale of The Delve.What do the great spiritual traditions of the world tell us about the end of time and the promise of renewal? From the Yugas of Hinduism to the second coming of Jesus in Christianity and Islam, and the messianic age in Judaism, humanity has long sought meaning in the cycles of destruction and rebirth.In this episode, Chalin sits down with Robert Thurman, the first Westerner ordained as a Tibetan Buddhist monk by His

24:20

Unpacking Human Trafficking: Insights with Dina Haynes

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2024/12/13

Human trafficking remains one of the most complex and urgent human rights issues of our time. In this episode of The Delve, Chalin speaks with Dina Haynes, Executive Director of the Orville H. Schell, Jr. Center for International Human Rights at Yale Law School, to explore the realities of combating trafficking on a global scale.Dina discusses the systemic challenges, the organizations making real progress, and the surprising truths uncovered in her work. Together, they unpack how we can

24:05

Navigating the New Job Market: Insights with Jen Berry

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2024/12/06

In this episode of The Delve, we sit down with Jen Berry, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of The Mycelorium, to explore the evolving landscape of job hunting in 2024. From the challenges of AI-driven resume screenings to the rise of ghosting in recruitment, Jen offers valuable insights into the current state of hiring. We discuss strategies for job seekers to stand out, the importance of networking, and how companies can foster more transparent and humane hiring processes. Whether you're actively seeking a

50:04

Growth vs. Wellbeing: Rethinking Success in a World...

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2024/11/30

This Black Friday, The Delve takes a hard look at the cost of our 'growth at all costs' mentality. From the Great Pacific Garbage Patch—twice the size of Texas—to the staggering reality that 60% of Americans live paycheck to paycheck, host Chalin Askew explores how our economic system prioritizes production and consumption over sustainability and happiness. Joining the discussion is Professor Dirk Philipsen from Duke’s Sanford School of Public Policy, who makes the case for Degrowth: a radical yet

31:34

Breaking the Two-Party Mold: Empowering Independent...

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2024/11/22

In this episode of The Delve, Chalin and guest co-host Aaron dive into the world of independent politics with Rob Booth, Head of Field and Mobilization at GoodParty.org. Rob shares how Good Party is revolutionizing the political landscape by empowering regular people—teachers, nurses, small business owners—to run for office without the backing of big money or the two-party system. From their innovative campaign tools to the inspiring candidates they’ve supported, this conversation is a rallying cry

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Election Reflections: Mobilizing for Change and...

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2024/11/15

In the wake of last week’s shocking election results, The Delve explores the path forward for those dissatisfied with the direction of our leadership. Host Chalin shares a call to action: it’s time to build change from the ground up, starting with the countless local positions that remain uncontested or vacant across the country. Joining the discussion is Eric Settle, the Forward Party candidate for Pennsylvania Attorney General, who shares his journey of challenging the two-party system, running a

36:21

Beyond the Election: The Mysteries of Time and Space

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2024/11/08

Join The Delve as we take a much-needed break from the political whirlwind of the 2024 election. Host Chalin explores the fascinating world of time and space, tracing humanity’s journey from ancient sundials to modern timekeeping and the cosmic mysteries that shape our understanding of the universe. Are our days really getting shorter? Do we need to worry about another Y2K? To answer these questions, theoretical astrophysicist and cosmologist Dr. Katie Mack joins the show, offering her insights on

40:07

The Final Countdown to Election Day

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2024/11/01

With just four days to go until one of the most pivotal elections in U.S. history, The Delve dives into the whirlwind of 2024. Chalin recaps the most intense moments of the campaign, from assassination attempts to seismic shifts in voter demographics, and examines the global news that’s reshaping our world. In a special segment, journalist Rachel Janfaza, founder of The Up and Up, joins to answer last-minute listener questions, offering clarity and perspective as we head to the polls. Buckle up,

36:29

Your Immigration Pocketbook

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2024/10/25

Immigration is one of the biggest issues this election cycle and Donald Trump is running a campaign of dehumanizing and false rhetoric.Madison speaks to reporter Andrew Hirschfeld about the true economic impact of mass deportations and the reality of the immigration situation.

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