The hidden chemistry at the heart of the Milky Way
2026-05-12 | 42 min.
Scientists have taken the largest ever image of the Milky Way. The image shows spectacular detail of our home in the universe, and offers scientists a color-coded guide to some of the most mysterious corners of our galaxy.
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What Democrats could learn from the GOP
2026-05-11 | 36 min.
The Republican Party has a highly sophisticated online and social media operation. Meanwhile Democrats focus on their traditional political talking points. Could the Dems take a page out of the GOP's messaging playbook? Democratic influencer Emily Amick sure thinks so.
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The Jackpod: Blue money blues
2026-05-11 | 41 min.
On Point news analyst Jack Beatty has questions about how money is being raised for the Democratic National Committee and Democratic candidates and how that money is being spent.
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When thinking ‘inside the box’ is better
2026-05-08 | 39 min.
You’ve heard the phrase "think outside the box." But what if constraints and limitations actually make us happier and more creative?
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Why authoritarians put their faces on everything
2026-05-07 | 35 min.
Dictators and authoritarian leaders often plaster their faces across the country they control. Is this happening in the United States?
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Get ready for your aha moment: Every weekday, host Meghna Chakrabarti pierces your news bubble to expose the whole story. Getting answers to the questions that need to be asked, examining our history and the human condition. No topic is too complicated or off the table. It’s all On Point.
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