Slow Burn
Slate
In Slow Burn’s 10th season, host Josh Levin takes you back to a crucial inflection point in American history: the moment between 2000 and 2004 when Fox News first surged to power and a whole bunch of people rose up to try and stop it.You’ll hear from the hosts, reporters, and producers who built Fox News, many who’ve never spoken publicly. Read more
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In each of the seasons, Slow Burn addresses a great case from the recent history of the United States.
The first season addresses Watergate, the great political scandal of the second part of the 20th century. The second season was about the impeachment of Bill Clinton.
Season 2 dives into the drama of President Bill Clinton's impeachment, from secret Oval Office affairs to political showdowns in Congress. A thrilling mix of power, betrayal, and scandal.
The third season analyzes the rivalry between two figures of American hip-hop, Tupac Shakur and Notorious B.I.G, whose murders were not solved.
Season four dealt with how a white supremacist, David Duke, rose as a mainstream figure. The fifth batch explored the people and ideas that pushed the Iraq war and why different institutions failed to stop it.
In season 5, explore the events that led to the Iraq War, driven by flawed intelligence and intense nationalism.
Season 6 analyzes the L.A. Riots triggered by the Rodney King verdict.
Season 7 revisits the dramatic shifts in abortion politics during the early '70s, introducing you to key figures like the first woman convicted for abortion and a Supreme Court rookie who shaped history.
Season 8 follows Clarence Thomas from his roots in rural Georgia to the Supreme Court. Discover his radical turn to conservatism and his role in some of the most critical legal battles over race and justice in America.
Season 9 explores how young activists fought against discrimination against LGBTQ+ teachers in 1978 California.
Season 10 analyzes the rise of Fox News and its impact on American media and politics in the early 2000s. Hear from insiders, antagonists, and those affected by the network's ascent to power.
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Joel Anderson
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