Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes Podcast

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Every week Chris Hayes asks the big questions that keep him up at night. Read more

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The AI End Game: Is AI Alive? with Michael Pollan

Today (06/16/2026) 00:49:40The AI End Game: Boom to Bust?

06/09/2026 00:55:23 The AI End Game: Is Your Chatbot Conscious?

06/02/2026 00:51:48The AI End Game: The Ethics of AI with Timnit Gebru

05/26/2026 00:53:44AI and the Public Good with Ezra Klein

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Chris Hayes brings a weekly dose of thoughtful dialogue to the podcasting world with Why Is This Happening? Each episode is a deep dive into pressing topics, ranging from the roots of hip-hop to cosmic mysteries. Hayes' background as a seasoned TV host and political commentator shines through in his engaging conversations with notable figures like Naomi Klein and Rachel Maddow. Hayes' narrative adds depth to his exploration of diverse subjects in a pod for anyone craving intellectual stimulation and current affairs. Why Is This Happening? The Chris Hayes Podcast is a news podcast by Chris Hayes, MSNBC & NBCNews THINK.