Catherine Nichols argues that a villain having a change of heart is a distinctively modern storytelling trope.
Robert Wright and Fox News host Greg Gutfeld discuss a way to counter the divisiveness that social media encourages.
Bill Black and historian Ted Miller discuss how John F. Kennedy’s assassination continues to shape Lyndon B. Johnson’s presidential legacy.
David Frum, author of the new book Trumpocracy: The Corruption of the American Republic, on the lasting damage Trump could inflict on American norms and institutions.
Aryeh Cohen-Wade and David Ottlinger discuss the relevance of truth and objectivity in ostensibly “postmodern” politics.
Glenn Loury and McWhorter consider the question. Plus: Feeling miserable this Black History Month.
Robert Wright speaks with Ann Hulbert, author of the new book Off the Charts: The Hidden Lives and Lessons of American Child Prodigies.
Matt Lewis argues that Kelly should keep his position as chief of staff for one reason: there’s no one better around to replace him.
Tami Simon, editor of the book The Dharma of Dogs, explains why the loss of a pet has spiritual significance in human life.
Robert Wright and Matthew Cooper, who just resigned from Newsweek, discuss how the emphasis on page views furthers polarization.