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The Delve
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Hosted by Chalin Askew, The Delve explores one major question at a time — through narrative reporting, historical context, and long-form conversations.For listeners who want more than headlines, and the story behind them.
Episodes
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Season 10 Finale: Don't Be So Technological
A UFO story from 1994 Zimbabwe sends Chalin down a rabbit hole — and it turns out the aliens may have had a point. From the World Humanoid Robot Games in Beijing to a Reuters investigation into China's military robotics ambitions to a Pentagon-backed startup racing to build something "better than...
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The Box Didn’t Hold: OpenAI, Hugging Face, and the AI That Cheated
In July 2026, OpenAI put two powerful AI models inside a sealed testing environment and gave them a simple assignment: hack as far as they could. The sandbox was supposed to contain them. It didn’t. One model found a flaw, reached the open internet, and compromised Hugging Face while apparently...
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Cleared for Secrets
FBI agents search a quiet house in Alexandria, Virginia and find 303 gold bars, $2 million in cash, and 35 luxury watches. The man who lives there has a top secret clearance and seventeen years at the CIA. Chalin walks through what a security clearance actually requires — the polygraphs, the...
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What's Going Down in Argentina
Thousands of Argentines marched through the rain outside Congress last week — tear gas, rubber bullets, a water cannon — over a bill that would have let foreigners buy unlimited land in the country. Except the government had already pulled that provision the day before. So why did people still…
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Ceuta: Five Hundred Years, One Week
Sixty thousand people crossed into Ceuta in a matter of days. At least eighty-eight died trying. Reporting from Morocco, Chalin traces what actually happened at Spain's five-hundred-year-old African enclave — the policy signal from Madrid, the history nobody talks about, and what it means that a...
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Overturn This: Inside the White House Campaign to Reverse a Red Card
A red card. A trophy ceremony seven months earlier. An office inside Trump Tower. A phone call to FIFA's president. Chalin lays out, in order, exactly what happened between a controversial ejection at the World Cup and a rule that hadn't been touched since 1962 — plus what happened when the ball...
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Darializa Avila Chevalier: The Woman Without a Mandate
Two years before she won the Democratic nomination for New York's 13th Congressional District, Darializa Avila Chevalier stood at a chained door inside Columbia University's Hamilton Hall, singing as police moved in. Chalin traces the full escalation — from the first encampment to the overnight...
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No Limits: Inside the Secret Cold War Between Russia and China
While Putin and Xi shake hands for the cameras, a classified FSB document reveals what's really happening behind the "no limits" partnership — espionage, stolen military tech, and a territorial grudge over the Russian Far East that goes back to 1860. Chalin breaks down why Russia's most powerful...
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The Strait of Hormuz: 23 Sailors. 5 Votes. A Hail of Bullets.
An all-Filipino crew of 23 had been stranded at anchor in the Persian Gulf for more than a month. There was one way out. Through the Strait of Hormuz — through mines, through Iranian gunboats, through a waterway Iran had declared its hunting ground. They voted four times. The answer was no. On…
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Brothers to the Rescue: Operation Scorpion
Welcome to Season 10 of The Delve. A new sound. A new format. And stories that put you inside the moment rather than just briefing you on it. We're starting where the news won't — with four names almost nobody remembers. Armando Alejandre Jr. Carlos Costa. Mario de la Peña. Pablo Morales. Four...
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Season 10 is coming. And it sounds different.
Season 9 took The Delve to 75 countries. Season 10 takes it somewhere else entirely. New sound design. New format. Cinematic, story-driven episodes that will make you feel like you're inside the story — not just hearing about it. Brothers to the Rescue. The Strait of Hormuz. No Limits. Puerto…
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[BRIEFING] That's Not a Decolonization Conference
As a junior at Allderdice High School in Pittsburgh, Chalin took an African Liberation Movements class at the University of Pittsburgh. It changed how he saw the world. This week, a conference called the World Decolonization Forum opens in Istanbul — organized by a Turkish think tank, partnered...
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[BRIEFING] The Pope vs. The President: A 1,500-Year Pattern
When Pope Leo XIV — the first American pope in history — entered a public dispute with the White House over the war in the Middle East, Chalin was surprised. When JD Vance, a Catholic convert, started citing Catholic just war doctrine to justify a war the head of the Catholic Church says doesn't...
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[BRIEFING] Lebanon, Israel... and France?
Two French soldiers killed in Lebanon by Hezbollah sends Chalin down a rabbit hole. France has had troops in Lebanon since 1978. In those 48 years, Hezbollah went from a nascent militia to the most powerful non-state armed group in the Middle East. France was there for all of it. This is the…
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Inside the Machine with Kerry Healey
Chalin talks with former Massachusetts Lieutenant Governor and Forward Party Chairwoman Kerry Healey about what it actually looks like to govern from inside a broken system — and why she finally walked away from the Republican Party on January 7th. They dig into how primaries have been engineered...
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Who Governs a “Freedom City”? with Rick McGahey
“Freedom Cities” are being sold as a way to unlock innovation: fewer rules, faster building, and a clean-slate approach to growth. But what is a Freedom City—really—and who would it answer to? In this episode, Chalin is joined by Rick McGahey, economist at The New School and former Clinton-era...
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The Algorithm Trap with Dr. Jean Twenge
This week, a Los Angeles jury found Meta and YouTube negligent for deliberately designing their platforms to addict children. The verdict didn't come out of nowhere — the science has been building for over a decade. Chalin talks with Dr. Jean Twenge, psychologist and author of iGen, about what…
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Techno-Feudalism: Who Really Owns Your Devices? with Cory Doctorow
What does it mean to “own” something in 2026? More and more, we buy devices—and then discover we’re renting access to them: app stores that take a cut of everything, software locks that block repairs, and platforms that decide what you’re allowed to install, use, or fix. In this episode, Chalin…
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Soft Life, Hard Reality: Trad Wife Content and What It’s Selling with Bridget Todd
The “trad wife” aesthetic is everywhere: immaculate kitchens, from-scratch meals, and a kind of calm that feels like an antidote to a chaotic world. But what happens when a performance starts to look like a blueprint? In this episode, Chalin is joined by Bridget Todd—host of There Are No Girls on...
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God, TikTok, and the Age of Religious Misinformation with Dr. Kevin Carnahan (Part 2)
In Part 2 of our conversation with Dr. Kevin Carnahan, we go from TikTok theology to the deep end of the biblical pool. Chalin and Kevin dig into some of the big, nerdy questions that fuel both faith and conspiracy theories: Is “Elohim” really a plural word—“gods” or “the powerful ones”—and what...
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God, TikTok, and the Age of Religious Misinformation with Dr. Kevin Carnahan (Part 1)
What happens when a professor of religion wades into TikTok and starts saying, “Jesus is disappointed. Do better”? In Part 1 of this two-episode series, Chalin sits down with Dr. Kevin Carnahan—Professor of Philosophy and Religion at Central Methodist University and co-editor emeritus of the...
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When Everyone’s an Expert (and Almost No One Is) with Dr. Blitz
Is science “just another opinion”? In a world of confidence-soaked hot takes, conspiracies, and “do your own research” culture, it can start to feel that way. In this episode of The Delve, Chalin sits down with physicist and TikTok science creator Dr. Blitz to unpack what science actually is —…
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Inside Iran’s Long Fight for Freedom
Iran has lived through revolutions, crackdowns, and the “Woman, Life, Freedom” uprising — but the story isn’t over. In this episode, Chalin talks with human rights activist Zolal Habibi about life inside a system built on fear, why the recent protests changed the regime’s calculations, and how…
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Venezuela, Oil, and the Limits of Moral Purity
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…
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Season 9 Trailer
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…
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Andrew Freaking Yang: AI, Extremism & Fixing American Democracy
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...
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Fighting Book Bans and Censorship: Brooky Parks’ Journey
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…
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Rethinking Capitalism with Michael Mezzatesta
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…
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Drones and Civilian Casualties: Can Anything Be Done?
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...
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Afghanistan After the Headlines: Lives We Left in Limbo
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...
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Unpacking Human Trafficking: Insights with Dina Haynes
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...
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Trailer: What Have We Done
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…
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The Delve Europe: A New Chapter Begins
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…
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Comedy, Censorship, and Power
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...
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Messiahs and the End of Time: Exploring Spiritual Narratives with Robert Thurman (Season 8 Finale)
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…
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Unpacking Human Trafficking: Insights with Dina Haynes
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...
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Navigating the New Job Market: Insights with Jen Berry
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…
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Growth vs. Wellbeing: Rethinking Success in a World Overflowing with Trash
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...
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Breaking the Two-Party Mold: Empowering Independent Candidates with GoodParty.org
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...
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Election Reflections: Mobilizing for Change and Challenging the Status Quo
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...
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Beyond the Election: The Mysteries of Time and Space
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...
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The Final Countdown to Election Day
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...
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Your Immigration Pocketbook
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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The Power of Small-Dollar Donations
In this episode of The Delve, guest host Madison explores how grassroots small-dollar fundraising has revolutionized political campaigns, propelling Vice President Kamala Harris past the billion-dollar mark in record time. With just weeks until the 2024 election, the episode dives into the...
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Reproductive Rights are on the Ballot!
As we approach the most consequential election of our lifetime, this episode of The Delve tackles one of the most critical issues on the ballot—abortion rights. With maternal mortality rates soaring in states with restrictive abortion laws, Chalin is joined by Head of Production Madison to dive...
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Andrew Freaking Yang!! On the political climate, AI, and how we can move our democracy away from the extremes and towards the future.
Extremism is once again on the ballot in 2024. This is not an accident but instead a product of a system incentivised by divisiveness. In an Interview with Andrew Yang, The Delve dives into how Democracy Reform in the shape of RCV, Open Primaries, and Nonpartisan Redistricting Committees, opens…
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A New Era of Hope: Kamala Harris and the Voters of Tomorrow
In this powerful episode of The Delve, we reflect on the optimism and energy surrounding the Democratic National Convention, where Kamala Harris officially accepted the nomination for President. Host Chalin breaks down the major themes of the convention, from economic populism and diverse family...
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Project 2025: The Blueprint for a Radical Future
In this episode of The Delve’s special summer series, we tackle the ominous implications of Project 2025 – a 922-page document written by Trump allies for the Heritage Foundation, outlining an extremist vision for America’s future. With Kamala Harris now the presumptive Democratic nominee, we...
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VP Kamala Harris' Moment: The Road to 2024
In this first episode of our special summer series of The Delve, we dive into the whirlwind of events that have reshaped the 2024 election landscape. With President Biden stepping aside and Kamala Harris stepping up as the presumptive Democratic nominee, we're breaking down how we got here and…
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Revisiting Marc Fogel: An American Detained in Russia
In light of recent developments in the US-Russia prisoner exchange, we are re-releasing a crucial episode from last season that highlights the ongoing plight of Marc Fogel, an American citizen still detained in Russia. Despite hopes for his inclusion in the recent exchange, Marc remains…
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