Elon Musk vs. Twitter: In the fifth season of How it Happened, hosted by Axios business reporter Erica Pandey, Axios reporters cover the collision between Elon Musk and Twitter through conversations with insiders at Twitter and members of Musk’s inner circle.
How it Happened is an Axios podcast docu-series featuring instant histories. Each season, Axios reporters bring you behind closed doors to hear the people and decisions shaping the biggest stories of our time.
Trump’s Last Stand: In the first season of How it Happened, national political reporter Jonathan Swan reveals the inside story of Donald Trump’s last few months in office. The story starts with his COVID-19 recovery and ends with the insurrection at the Capitol.
The Next Astronauts: In the second season of How it Happened, Axios space reporter Miriam Kramer goes behind the scenes at SpaceX and the preparations for the first all-civilian mission into orbit.
Trump's Big Deal: In the third season of How it Happened, Axios’ Middle East correspondent Barak Ravid and national political reporter Jonathan Swan will uncover the surprising negotiations that led to the Abraham Accords, the most significant Middle East peace agreement in a generation.
Putin's Invasion: In the fourth season of How It Happened, Axios’ World editor David Lawler pulls together analysis and reporting from across the Axios newsroom to explain how the invasion of Ukraine happened in slow motion over 8 years and then all at once.
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Green Kleen
1 out of 5 stars
Biased billionaire worship
Did Musk pay you do this series?
Cesarlopezl
5 out of 5 stars
Amazing show!
This is beautifully narrated and wonderfully scripted and interesting. How often are these episodes released?
IwannaBnice
5 out of 5 stars
I feel this is the gold in the air of a great journalism and some of it not so great.
In the last few years Axios has turned out Credible, thoughtful well resourced Journalism that is still great fun to read because it’s so well written
Kamelionchic83
5 out of 5 stars
How do I slow down feedback?
Great coverage, but PayPal is full of scammers. Not sure why the speed is rabbit-fast, but it’s cool I guess 👀
Schwarzwälder Kirschtorte
1 out of 5 stars
this is a weird Elon Musk commercial
More pro-Elon Musk propaganda is exactly what America needs right now! Thank you, Axios!
2MnyPopUps
5 out of 5 stars
AXIOS Audience bill of rights
Dear AXIOS, I’m a new listener. Thank you for the the good job of reporting. I specially liked hearing about your “”Listener bill of rights / Audience bill of rights””. I think that’s a concept you should repeat on your program now and then. Specially in these times when there seems to be a serious erosion and attacks on the truth and lack of accountability. Everyone is in titled to their own opinions. But not in titled to their own set of facts. Thank you for what you do. TKU for your commitment to the truth and be accountable for your accurate reporting of the facts. We the audience will hold you to your promise. John the scorpion guy
BenGajus
1 out of 5 stars
Miriam Is Awful
Who wants to hear anything from such a closed-minded and ignorant person?
aristole503
1 out of 5 stars
Trump was a provocateur
Trump was a provocateur sent to increase tribalism, demonized dissent and destroy domestic tranquility. His obnoxiousness was by design. The tell was when he was running and people were protesting corporate tycoons running for president- he said “ get him punch him in the face”- text book provocateur. He wasn’t fighting the elites, he was working for them, a reality tv star, a provocateur playing the role of a president.
doc lock
1 out of 5 stars
Soy
Liberal lens too opaque for unbiased reporting. Move on, unless you’re a liberal soy.
F2929
2 out of 5 stars
Hit or Miss
Updating my review to account for all seasons: Season 1 (Jonathan Swan): Fantastic. Riveting and engaging. Couldn’t wait for the next episode. Swan is a great storyteller. Season 2 (Miriam Kramer): Complete bore. I didn’t even listen to the last episode of this season because the others were so terrible. Getting through this season was a chore and definitely not worth my time. Season 3 (Barak Ravid): Great “season” if you can call it that. Only two episodes? Why? Too bad - I enjoyed Barak. Season 4 (Dave Lawler): Had high expectations for this season because the Ukraine/Russia story is one I’ve been following closely. Unfortunately, Dave isn’t all that engaging. Good story, not so good host. Wish it was Swan.
Blargie836367
5 out of 5 stars
Deep reporting
The Axios team is superb. Great reporting, neutral analysis.
Ralph Winter
1 out of 5 stars
It’s by Axios - say no more
Story telling to support leftist agenda.
MVNSND
5 out of 5 stars
Great
Love the deep dive into topics.
customer747400
1 out of 5 stars
Complete wrong view
It is CNN style view, please do your research.
Kalfisher
5 out of 5 stars
Good podcast
Weird logo - all I see is a tampon. 🧐
KBCbirder
5 out of 5 stars
Season 1 was terrific
Jonathan Swan is an amazing, thoughtful interviewer and an incredibly insightful, thought-provoking analyst.
HarbingerofLove
5 out of 5 stars
Fascinating and compelling
I binged the first season and found it to be really well written and hard to put down. Looking forward to the second season!
Abpnc
5 out of 5 stars
Great season 2
Season 2 was great. A very nice, human, story of Inspiration4.
Bondoep
2 out of 5 stars
Opinions littered with sparse truths
I’m continually seeking unbiased journalism and it doesn’t exist here. This podcast is an ocean of opinions and “fill in the gap” conclusions surrounding small islands of truth. Unfortunately, they spend most of their time connecting dots with their own, biased notions of “why” as a means to build a bridge between two points of fact. It is an interesting listen. But only for those seeking more confirmation bias.
cjl2441
1 out of 5 stars
Nothing but an advertisement for SpaceX
Par for the course with Axios which loves itself some access journalism.
Capitaine Carotte
1 out of 5 stars
How did this happen at Axios?
Hard to believe the hard hitting podcast giving fascinating behind the scenes details by the superb Jonathan Swan was handed over for the puff piece of a PR job. What an embarrassment and has sullied what could have been an awesome brand in podcasts.
emilyizaak
5 out of 5 stars
5 for Swan but…
Because the 1st season was amazing and he’s one of my favorite reporters, I’m rating this 5 stars. But the 2nd season and contrast between stories is….. subpar at best. Given the current state of the world, you couldn’t find anything besides the how the “we don’t pay taxes” guys are “into” space most civilians will never access in their lifetimes?
PerryBorenstein
5 out of 5 stars
Shocking and critical reporting
This podcast reveals the line from Election Day through January 6insurrection. I hope Jonathan updates this podcast with the newest evidence uncovered by Jan. 6 commission.
LiloChe94
5 out of 5 stars
Engrossing & terrifying
Brilliant reporting by Jonathan Swan. He was very meticulous in his reporting, I was on the edge of my seat the entire podcast.
Rese28
5 out of 5 stars
This is dope!
Good episodes.
dont hold it against me😔
5 out of 5 stars
Episode 2
Absolutely brilliant
ceeceeharris
5 out of 5 stars
Highly recommend
Brilliant reporting by Jonathan Swan - I wish there were more episodes about this most horrible and disturbing time - the podcasts were absolutlely fascinating.
KC_DC
5 out of 5 stars
Great blow-by-blow account of one of the most disturbing periods in American history
I finally have the mental and emotional space to listen to this. When it was all happening, it was so confusingly incredible, it was hard to take in. Listening to this months after the events, it’s providing a highly credible picture of how and why Trump fueled the conspiracies about the election.
dudebooski
5 out of 5 stars
Highly recommend!
Thus was fascinating. I wish there were more episodes !
ktaveras1
5 out of 5 stars
Absolutely amazing!
Love the detailed storytelling of this series, and I hope to hear more reporting by Jonathan Swan - hopefully on something other than Trump.
Bcamj
5 out of 5 stars
Very engrossing
I am now going to listen to it again because there is so much rich detail, I am sure I missed some. Great historical telling.
klint-smith
5 out of 5 stars
How it happened
Elegant analysis of Trump’s last days by Swan who does an outstanding job of describing a delusional and dangerous president’s last days in office. Swan is excellent! I hope he does more like this. I listened to all a second time. Fascinating!
lizmeister7
5 out of 5 stars
Wish This Podcast Would Continue
The GOP traitors have fallen into line, almost 100%. The Bie Lie is fully revealed, beyond the “election fraud.” What a disgusting shame.
Waymobeddah
5 out of 5 stars
Outstanding!
Very fast, riveting listen. Jonathan Swan likely nails what happened in the closing days of the 45th POTUS’s time in office. A good look into the insanity of the situation and the final breaking of the spell 45 had over many of his minions. I’m going to listen again. There’s a lot here.
cowboy511
5 out of 5 stars
Excellent !!
Great insight of the most delusional president in U.S. history!! Thnxs Jonathan
ShareBear38
5 out of 5 stars
Riveting!!
This podcast is awesome. Well narrated, and really does give the inside Intel on what we all saw unfold publicly, and couldn’t wrap our heads around. This fills in all the blanks. Excellent job!!
Ellengiov
5 out of 5 stars
Fabulous
This podcast is excellent !!! Omg I’m loving it !
Refd 3422
5 out of 5 stars
Binged in one sitting
A short, but excellent limited series podcast about the last days of Trump’s presidency. The host, the reporting, and the music all kept me on the edge of my seat.
Madrid55
5 out of 5 stars
Great Show!
The truth, whether people can handle it or not.
?madhater
5 out of 5 stars
I trust him
He sounds intelligent and completely sane. I hope he does more podcast on other issues.
SteelersinMB
5 out of 5 stars
Please Do More 👍👍👍
Jonathan has inside contacts & puts you in the room! He ask the questions we would if given the chance. Please continue to work those sources - Trump, his family & Administration did more damage in 4 years than most Americans can ever imagine 😡. Shine a light on it so it NEVER happens again.
Juke rn
5 out of 5 stars
The best.
Simply the best thing I have listened to since I began listening to podcasts.
pretty cool idea
5 out of 5 stars
Excellent
There is no denying how interesting Trump is. I couldn’t stop listening.
MattLanning
5 out of 5 stars
Crazy Fly on the Wall
Jonathan Swan risks his sanity by delving behind the scenes swirling around Trump from Election Night through the January 6th insurrection. This is the history that needs to be engraved on the American historical record showing how crazy conspiracists were driving all of us to the brink of destruction...where in fact, the MAGA insurrectionists took over the asylum. This on-going horror story will continue to play out until the GOP is burned at the political stake.
JoUlloa9
5 out of 5 stars
Don’t mind the one stars
This is a well sourced, well told, recount of the events that led first to November 3, then to January 6. One stars are people who don’t live in reality and who want to ply pretend as though their ideology is above criticism. They’re not Americans, they’re fascists, this is a spectacularly done investigative podcast about the people at the highest levels of the former presidents inner circle, what they did, and how all their and his actions contributed to the insurrection on January 6. Don’t find solace in the fact that we averted it, find fuel for making sure this NEVER happens again. Fascism arrived, draped in the flag and carrying a Bible, it will come again... next time it may not be as incompetent. We got the fascist out of power and averted descending into fascism, but the elements remain, the actors remain, and the environment remains. It isn’t going anywhere, so we can’t either.
Millie B chicken nuggs
1 out of 5 stars
Major Bias
Why don't you talk about "How it happened" with the disaster of a presidency ruining America and selling it to foreign parties with the Biden Administration?
Nayte Wilson
5 out of 5 stars
In depth.
As always Axios never falls to disappoint.
AMGHEDC
5 out of 5 stars
Amazing story
I love that the kids are safe and loved. What happened to the little boy you met in Syria?
beezieferrando
5 out of 5 stars
Such a good interviewer
Jonathan is a master interviewer and researcher. He always uncovers information I’ve never heard before. And it’s a pleasure to listen to him
Randall207
5 out of 5 stars
You know the story already
But Mr. Swain weaves previous unreported details into recounting the 2020 election and its aftermath. I have one word for this podcast. GRIPPING!
lauri_rae
5 out of 5 stars
OMG
so glad I found this Fabulous just fabulous
Amykarly718
5 out of 5 stars
Jonathan Swan is my favorite.
I’ve been following Axios for over a year now. It’s the most neutral news source I’ve ever found and I love that. I don’t care about the right opinion, the left opinion, I simply want the facts and Axios provides that. I do believe that lately it tends to “seem to skew more left” but I do believe that is a direct breakdown in how Trump refused time and time again to respect Swan’s duty as a journalist to get the facts. Trump was rude, Trump avoided questions and Trump flat out lied. Any journalist would find this infuriating as should all Americans. I’m just so thrilled that I came across Axios. It is the ONLY news I read.
ScoobyGooGoo
5 out of 5 stars
Well Done Mr. Swan
OMGaaard!! I Have Sent The Link To This Five Part Podcast To Everyone I Know, It Is Breath Taking In Its Coverage And Behind The Scene View Of That Fateful Day, Now In American History........!!!!!!!! Thank You!
LeslieLeigh
5 out of 5 stars
Juicy and good
Great job! Love the details.. Thank you!
ATLtxPhotog
5 out of 5 stars
All these details
Great job of reporting and a riveting listen. This might be the best true-crime podcast series of the decade. Congrats to Mr. Swan and the Axios podcast production team.
So much hype
1 out of 5 stars
Worthless typical liberal dribble
It’s what you would expect.. go mend socks instead; you will use your time wisely
Curious Mini
5 out of 5 stars
Powerful
Thanks for keeping history alive and putting together this. Well produced, clear storyline of such a complicated difficult few months. Thank you Axios!
genemi23
5 out of 5 stars
How it happened
This was so informative I was fascinated with all the nitty grittiest of the Oval Office Look forward to any other of your projects klc
SOYCHIMUELOYQUE
5 out of 5 stars
Great podcast.
Sharp reporting, keenly delivered. So glad that moronic boob and the Trump crime family have been ejected from the White House.
Allzoomedin
1 out of 5 stars
Garbage
Garbage
jupiter655
5 out of 5 stars
History Alive
I am a podcast junkie for news and politics This series is outstanding and a real compliment to Johnathan Swan and his ability to revive the old TV series “You Were There”. Hope there will be many more.
Fred Teichert
5 out of 5 stars
Not a driveway moment
What I thought would be a driveway moment became a 2 hour slice of this morning . A riveting report!
Mynameissioux
5 out of 5 stars
Insightful take!
I really enjoyed this podcast. Looking forward to hearing more like it.
finkelb
5 out of 5 stars
Incredible “Must Listen To” Podcast
I looked forward to every Monday morning when a new episode was dropped. Awesome reporting and commentary about the end of Trumps presidency.
suemac78587
5 out of 5 stars
How It Happened
Excellent summarization of the final horrible months of this wannabe autocrat. He’s like the cancer on our democracy. In order for our country to survive he needs to be excised decisively and forever.
nholaday
5 out of 5 stars
Fantastic
Great storytelling and info about Trump I’ve never heard other places.
JDH iTunes as of 12-17-2020
5 out of 5 stars
Drama, accuracy and news
Current events can get tedious, which is particularly unfortunate with something like the Trump insurrection. Jonathan Swan does a fantastic job adding an appropriate level of drama and interest through his narration and the background music. It was, simply, informative and engrossing all at the same time.
UI Doc
5 out of 5 stars
How It Happened
I found this five-part podcast riveting. Looking forward to more in-depth limited series
IMSUNNY
5 out of 5 stars
Great info
I’ve been listening to podcasts for over 10 years. This is the best one I’ve heard. Jonathan Swan does an excellent job telling a horrific story.
Alexanderaxman92
5 out of 5 stars
WOW I Ended From Start To Finish
I can’t believe how great and informative this podcast was. My husband and I couldn’t stop listening and it brought such wonderful discussions but also scary ones. The whole time of the Trump Administration never set right with me. This just proved it by 10 fold.
Lakewood J
5 out of 5 stars
Absorbing and informative
So timely now, but also a resource for the future when people need perspective on such a dark hour.
Walter T Mellon
5 out of 5 stars
Masterfully-told narrative
Here’s a podcast I listened to yesterday - series of 5, each about 20 min. It’s about the Fall of Cheeto, a worn-out theme - but this reporter tells a masterful story with lots of internal details. It’s almost a dramatization. Really recommended on the strength of his presentation. Bonus points for the Australian accent, having to spell out P-A-W-N as opposed to P-O-R-N. Four Seasons Total Diction!
Rogo A Gogo
4 out of 5 stars
Gripping
Swan conveniently left out that Trump said “Peacefully and Patriotically March to the Capitol.” Makes one wonder what else he omitted in order to craft this narrative as a parting gift to those suffering from TDS
Clutem1987
5 out of 5 stars
Very Good
Excellently put together. Jonathan Swan does an amazing job telling this sad story. Hope for more Axios podcasts in the future.
Twin Citian
5 out of 5 stars
Jonathan Swan is Amazing
Please give us more podcasts, and quickly. Your level of depth into subjects and your style are superb.
hasmoody
5 out of 5 stars
Absolutely incredible
Incredible telling of how it happened from the inside. What you hear will shake you to your core
hkjigsawfan
5 out of 5 stars
Better than any reality TV
Jonathan Swan knows how to make every conversation he reports come alive. His sources are incredible. Hope this is a taste of the book that's coming.
MarleyX
5 out of 5 stars
This podcast is as good as it gets
So bleeping great
mde4162
5 out of 5 stars
Incredible stuff. Excellent.
Incredible facts. Excellent.
Chase71376
5 out of 5 stars
Interesting ... look forward to each episode
Well told. Not too short and not too long. Interesting to hear what went on behind the scenes
Raychie Baby
5 out of 5 stars
A fly on the wall
Jonathan Swan is a great journalist and knows exactly how to convey the truth in a way we as Americans need from all journalists. This series is a perfect way for us to understand what was going on behind the scenes & it all makes so much more sense knowing what Trump’s plan was to lie to all about the election from the beginning. I feel bad for the “fly on the wall” having to hear all of Trump’s crazy ideas.
Natera
5 out of 5 stars
Truly Outstanding
A tour de Force miniseries that inserts you into the last days of and final collapse of the Trump Administration. Remarkably pure and disciplined American journalism that makes you believe in journalism again.
DifromAZ
5 out of 5 stars
Outstanding Series
As always, Jonathon Swan has presented a clear and concise portrayal of events often behind the scenes. Thank you!
Corboo7
1 out of 5 stars
Build up to nothing
Wow.... what a let down. This is basically a build up to a weak and unfulfilling ending. Total let down and the last Axios podcast i will waste my time on.
Shirlilocks
5 out of 5 stars
Excellence
Riveting narration, an important addition to the historical record.
This Ken
2 out of 5 stars
Why America supports Trump
What Jonathan Swan and his ilk will never understand is how they made Donald Trump. When you have the mainstream media, most of the academic elite, and the leaders of our largest corporations, all teamed up it should frighten any thinking American. Their number one objective for over four years has been to destroy Trump. As the old saying goes the enemy of my enemy is my friend. I don’t like Trump. I didn’t vote for him in 2016. But Trump is leading the resistance to the oligarchic elite that feel they are entitled to rule our country. Anyone who can help restore our country to the people will have large support among the people.
ashcat310
5 out of 5 stars
Excellent
Excellent podcast from start to finish. I waited, impatiently, each week until the next episode dropped on Monday mornings. A podcast worthy of awards
indypendy
5 out of 5 stars
Excellent!
Looking forward to more Jonathon Swan podcasts.
Z71Anubis
4 out of 5 stars
Good recap
DJT has an ego driven mental illness. He isn’t the face of the Republican Party. He is an embarrassment. He is done and will need to go back and rebuild the business he has no doubt crippled.
Ginagina Smith
5 out of 5 stars
And despite
These harrowing details, most Repubs didn’t do anything. So disheartening, disconcerting but sadly not unexpected.
audacious B
5 out of 5 stars
Bravery
How is it that this incredible team is a billion times braver than any elected official when it comes to the Truth about Trump? I admire and deeply appreciate you all. Thank you!!!
ride 3
5 out of 5 stars
The real deal.
I respect Axios reporting for their centrist, fact based, unbiased and un-embellished news. And this series held the same standards of excellence.
Amyhuck
5 out of 5 stars
So captivating the waiting is excruciating!!!
Excellent!!! Highly recommend
kckgirl2020
5 out of 5 stars
Powerful. I cannot wait for the next episode.
This podcast is powerhouse! The narrator shared one mind blowing fact after another. Don’t miss it.
Sam_Becker23
5 out of 5 stars
Absolutely riveting.
Jonathan gives a terrifying summary of the final weeks of Trump's presidency. Until we get a major motion picture, this podcast is by far the best telling I've heard. (Plus, Jonathan's voice just makes everything a million times better.)
Czelonka
5 out of 5 stars
A must-listen
Fascinating and beautifully told. I’m recommending this one to everyone.
CJ758
5 out of 5 stars
Fascinating
Great production. I hope Jonathon Snow continues to create news podcasts.
cschunk
5 out of 5 stars
Superb
This a fascinating behind the scenes look behind the final days of Trump’s presidency. Even if you follow the news closely, there are some great nuggets in here!
applejack41
5 out of 5 stars
Clear, Concise, and Credible
Excellent journalism as always from Jonathan Swan. A complex chain of events explained with great detail.
pdc11
5 out of 5 stars
Amazing reporting
Fantastic.
hemymax2
5 out of 5 stars
This is better than the Bourne Identity
Swan’s deep reporting, excellent narration on Trump and his toadies (e.g.Barr) is fantastic. I wish I could look at his facial expressions-that in itself would be worth an extra star. I would love to hear of JS’s reporting on how appalling Trump/toadies screwed up the pandemic that we are all paying for now.
LNK 926
5 out of 5 stars
Excellent!!!!!
This is the story that will change the Senate’s voting.
hazelbnr
5 out of 5 stars
5 stars, most certainly
Witnessing the interviews given to Swan in the past few years, I have gained respect for his sharp mind and wit. He holds his interviewees feet to the fire., In terms of the Lincoln Project, I hope Democrats cautiously withhold trust. These LP republicans are vicious, and stand behind the murderous decisions of Cheney and Bush. They continue to perpetuate the fairytale of Ronald Reagan as a great president. Dangerous.
SFProducer
5 out of 5 stars
Outstanding Series
Jonathan Swan brings the written series to life with his masterful spoken narrative. Compelling reporting that will stand out and be studied as history looks back.
txcogal
5 out of 5 stars
Great!!
Wish I didn’t have to wait 7 more days for the next episode.
DanTheMan112233
5 out of 5 stars
Perfect tone and atmosphere to chronicle the final days of Trump.
👍🏼
Rego Park
5 out of 5 stars
Outstanding journalism
Tremendous retelling of the Big Lie.
ChrisYorkowitz
5 out of 5 stars
Amazing objective journalism
Jonathan keep up the fantastic work! This is such critical work. It’s important to chronicle what has happened in real-time so that distortion in the future one way or the other is prevented and we all have the benefit of pure truth.
Original Sharkey
5 out of 5 stars
Fantastic Stuff
The only problem with this podcast is that it isn’t long enough. Jonathan‘s reporting is superb, providing a fascinating insight into one of the most diseased minds of our generation!
Jennythirteen
5 out of 5 stars
Fresh & riveting
I’d like to hear more from this journalist of his personal experiences following Trump, but want him to focus on Biden as well. There’s a tenacity about Jonathan Swan that makes the listener feel that his eye on the White House benefits the people. The musical score is a little dramatic at times and can sound corny.
Sharksrock
5 out of 5 stars
Great reporting
Swan is a tenacious reporter and tells an edge-of-your seat narrative. Well done.
inwitinwit
5 out of 5 stars
Sweet Schadenfreude
Sweet Schadenfreude served piping hot.
Saints are in heaven
5 out of 5 stars
Let the TRUTH prevail
I love America and hope and pray truth will be our base... Truth let it shine
Forrest-Cole
5 out of 5 stars
Totally first class reporting
Just love your pod cast, Jonathan, as well as all your reporting on AXIOS. As one of my favorite reporters, you seem to be able to obtain truly closed in reporting. I don't know how you are able to obtain you stories from the occupants of the Trump entrouge, but I find it incredibly gripping. Looking forward to future episodes!
Handy Duck
5 out of 5 stars
NEEDS TO BE 10 HOURS LONG!
I love this pod; it’s authoritative, sweeping, and pitched like a thriller. I can’t wait for the documentary films—which must have Jonathan’s VO. Trump is more benign at times than I’ve seen, and the details can’t be beat.
Loops511
2 out of 5 stars
Dem05
The episodes are great but their frequency is uncertain and this topic will lose steam because we would have read everything on the Axios website already.
Tessalil
5 out of 5 stars
Great
All the Ex-president’s flunkies redux
Maggie May 26
5 out of 5 stars
Absolute Masterpiece
This is possibly the best podcast I have ever had the joy of listening to. It is terrifying and thrilling, the stories so outlandish that you would never believe them to have ever possibly happened unless January 6th showed us how three it all was. In the era of every news item being about Trump, this piece stands out like none other. If this were a movie this would take “best picture”. DO NOT MISS OUT ON THIS STUNNING PIECE!
Andygirlll
5 out of 5 stars
fascinating!!!
It’s all that I wonder about how this could happen!
AuntyVal
5 out of 5 stars
Riveting!
Riveting!
jtmonkeyisland
5 out of 5 stars
Fascinating!
You won't be sorry you listened to this; it's well worth your time and attention.
t-town nurse
5 out of 5 stars
Thankful for the honesty
Jonathon has been the voice of brutal honesty, truth, In fate of those who may disagree with the reports. I am so thankful he is continuing to explain what so many others deny and throw in their own wrenches. I hope he stays reporting through the truth of the insurrection, and the impeachment. Not to mention the followers who seem to not be able to swallow the reality of what has and is happening. As well as Biden’s truth in office. Thank you Jonathon for your voice of reason❤️
TeamBristow
5 out of 5 stars
Too short
I binged every one of the first three while cooking dinner tonight. Fantastically done. One of my favorite podcasts to date.
meteorising
5 out of 5 stars
Gripping
This story is told in such manner I could listen to it again and again like a child listening to a fairy tale because it is as unbelievable as any. I found myself expecting to hear that there was also a talking snake in the Oval Office.
BabyFaceBinaca
5 out of 5 stars
What we speculated happened was actually far worse
Incredible series from actual aides and staff.
Miri130
5 out of 5 stars
excellent reporting
Thanks for this fascinating reporting. I’m hooked and hope to continue to find AXOIS podcasts to listen to long after we recover from the dangers of Trumpism.
liz 116
5 out of 5 stars
Terrifying
Each action seems crazy in this out of control presidency but listening to the chronological litany of crazy by US President is terrifying knowing he controlled the levers of government
😎🍷
5 out of 5 stars
So good
This is such a great look into the world of the T**** presidency by Jonathan Swan. Can’t wait to hear the next episode and all that follows. Thank you and your team for all your work.
HappyBride2019
5 out of 5 stars
Very Informative
I gained a lot of insight into what was happening behind the scenes and inside Trump’s inner circle.
Marimartrece
5 out of 5 stars
If you think what you saw from dude is crazy ...
The absolute insanity that was going on behind the scenes is bananas! Thank you Jonathan for this excellent podcast with so much detail and first hand accounting... yikes!
AnaBoBananaBoBanaAna
5 out of 5 stars
Fantastic show
Sounds like a political thriller but unfortunately it is all too true
coffeeamust
5 out of 5 stars
My new favorite podcast
Facts are refreshing when told by Jonathon Swan. Looking forward to next Monday.
polish survivor
5 out of 5 stars
Truth or lie
In today’s world they don’t question lies they prefer to believe them and brush off the truth as fake news! Refreshing to hear the TRUTH keep it up i’m listening!!!
Wellys World
5 out of 5 stars
An Amazing Narrative
So, Jonathon, when does the movie come out?
Don't care what name I use
5 out of 5 stars
TGIM?
Thanks to Jonathan Swan and this podcast, I now, for the first time since I can’t even recall, find myself looking forward to Mondays - & that’s a big f’in deal.
KingDapp
5 out of 5 stars
Best Reporting About Election Aftermath
Jonathan Swan is an incredible journalist and equally impressive as a storyteller. If you are at all interested in what happened after the 2020 election this podcast is a must!
ctperson
4 out of 5 stars
A tad sensational
Listened thru ep 3 so far. There are great moments of insight into Trump’s state of mind and private discussions. However, on a scale from “just the facts ma’am” to “did you hear what so and so said?”, it leans more toward the latter.
busybeeNYC
2 out of 5 stars
Slow and short
Episodes are way way too short and released slowly. Please just pack up an episode with 1.5 hours worth of content!
jimlhx1
5 out of 5 stars
Swan’s series is incredible
Jonathan Swan, who is so appealing and smart, clearly must have had great contacts in the former president’s White House, many of whom watched the president careen around and provided amazing insider details about Trump’s self immolation. Swan weaves the narrative in such a compelling manner, a great pleasure to listen to his recounting.
podhoooked
5 out of 5 stars
AMAZING!
This podcast should be used for a Netflix documentary series! Hope Swan has more reporting of the various maschinations of the Trump presidency. It will be important history to be documented and Swan’s reporting should be part of that history. Can’t wait for the next episodes. Thank you.
Nan714
5 out of 5 stars
John Swan is a Treasure
Wow, I feel like a fly on the wall listening to Jonathan Swan’s coverage of perhaps the 80 craziest days in US history. Not surprising but SHOCKING.
Naomi's IPad
5 out of 5 stars
Good Summary
The printed version has already been published wish these were released in concert but these are good
lilidallett
2 out of 5 stars
How can we verify any of this story?
I’m sure there is much to be reported about end of this administration. However, this podcast fails to present evidence that any of this actually happened. In today’s world full of conspiracy theories and misinformation the bar should be set higher than this.
newzhownd
5 out of 5 stars
This is riveting-
How can that be when I’ve followed every news story about Trump since day 1. Swan is the best at bringing this shitshow to life. Terrifying!
trinityplc
5 out of 5 stars
This is Not A Rough Draft!
Swan takes us inside the madness and calculation of a coup. It’s an action-packed warning for us all at how perilously close we came to the end of our experiment with democracy.
poor horatio
5 out of 5 stars
Worth Your Time and Attention
This podcast is riveting. Should be preserved for future generations when they want honest answers to how our country managed to approach the brink of disaster.
Tim 26.2X
2 out of 5 stars
John Sullivan would approve
Half the facts, fictionalized.
Punkysgp412
5 out of 5 stars
Jonathan Swan is Awesome!
This is part of the story we have never heard!
Jlcod
5 out of 5 stars
Excellent
Looking forward to the next episode
Colin Paterson
5 out of 5 stars
Wow
Just tremendous insight
DGraupner
5 out of 5 stars
Brilliant, but...
...why do we have to wait for all the episode???☹️
Lourdes Raupe
5 out of 5 stars
Excellent Reporting
Just listened to the first podcast of this series, and Jonathan really takes you to where the action is taking place. Not surprisingly, Trump is shocked at Fox calling Arizona for Biden, nor is his reaction a shock. What is mind-numbing is the reality of how he operates, and all his toadies. A real inside look as only Jonathan can give us. This is providing a historical record of what happened that night, and helps me to understand better. Thank you for such great reporting, and look forward to more!
mayerfamily
5 out of 5 stars
What happened? Where are the other episodes
I was so pump with this Podcast .... what happened?
Ahmed.K
5 out of 5 stars
A thriller!
Absolutely gripping! Love the insight with salacious behind the scenes details!
docman2013
5 out of 5 stars
Awesome podcast!
Riveting, inside-the-room look into Tr*mp’s last days. Great pacing, hooked from the start. A+
Alan Weiss
5 out of 5 stars
Amazing, detailed reporting
Why aren't more people talking about this?
RedheadGal327
5 out of 5 stars
I’m so excited about this show!
Biggest problem is that I want more episodes RIGHT NOW!!!
Juletone
3 out of 5 stars
Slightly disappointed ....
I was really looking forward to this podcast after reading Jonathan Swan’s Off the Rails pieces. The podcast seems rushed though. There is so much intel here, it feels like you’re drinking from the fire hose. These episodes could have been stretched out to 45-50 minutes, with more background given that allows the listener to digest all the information. His reporting is top notch though.
SportsMed12
5 out of 5 stars
Excellent!
The 1* reviewers can’t stand the truth (and you know they haven’t listened). Well done to the Axios team, worth the listen! 👍🏼👏🏼👏🏼
MoniqueA23
1 out of 5 stars
Scary
Some of the tales in this podcast are extremely scary and acting as if the conservative leaning HALF of the country needs to be “put in camps” and “reprogrammed” is reminiscent of fascist Germany
Annie Telicazannie
5 out of 5 stars
The best podcast
This is by far, the best podcast I’ve listened to, behind the scenes, informative, interesting and trustworthy.
gabfanatico
5 out of 5 stars
Exceptionally good!
Wow, this info needs to be publicly presented in every state on state television and local newspapers!
Dalex1953
4 out of 5 stars
A suggestion.....
Lose that crappy music
Chic1996
3 out of 5 stars
Not bad but needs sources
The content is interesting, but delivered in more of a sensational way than you would expect. It sounds more like a drama than reporting. Also, the host says a lot about “never before reported” stuff, but never sites where these reports are coming from. It’s entertaining, but not the journalistic podcast I was expecting.
ILovesMeMusic
5 out of 5 stars
Amazing inside look at a crazy time
Jonathan Swan might be one of the very best reporters in the business. He was able to peel back the covers in the Trump era and created so many memorable moments. But, this podcast series exceeded expectations. Each episode is better and more interesting than the last. Great work!
SPK-BOS
5 out of 5 stars
Riveting!
Absolutely riveting! One week is too long a wait for each episode .... 🤨
SuzyCayenne
5 out of 5 stars
Gripping!
I thought I couldn’t deal with any more of this era’s insanity, But Jonathon Swan is so good with his material. It’s too crazy to be acceptable fiction, but Swan has impeccable sources and is a very measured reporter, so if anything he’s underselling the drama of it.
Want to have fun
5 out of 5 stars
Hollywood Movie! Written all over this.
Great podcast! I would ‘buy’ a movie ticket to be able to watch this.
Rocker Reviewer
5 out of 5 stars
Like being in the room where it happened
This is a fascinating podcast filled with numerous details regarding Trump’s final days in power that were new to me. Jonathan Swan’s in-depth, crisp reporting provides fresh insights into the most diabolical American politician of our time.
YGlen
5 out of 5 stars
For the love of democracy, listen to this podcast series!
This series features content by the National political correspondent who has pointedly questioned and fact-checked numerous false, misleading, or bizarre statements as the President spoke them.
wallyinsf
5 out of 5 stars
Good job
John swan always does well
sandyinolympia
5 out of 5 stars
First draft of History
This first draft of history is excellent. Listening to Johnathan Swan’s reporting these events becomes vivid and comprehensive. Keep them coming.
View from the Lake
5 out of 5 stars
Swan is great (despite the music)
I trust and appreciate Swan’s reporting and seek out his stories. The little details - of where a meeting was held, who was wearing what, the food served - speak for themselves as evidence of first-hand information. The podcast continues that strong tradition despite the crime drama series music in the background.
michiganmama248
5 out of 5 stars
Amazing
This is so good. These one star reviews are confusing the quality of this podcast with their discontent about the way the election turned out...
All in for LP
5 out of 5 stars
Great
Looking forward to next installment!
Player 112346
5 out of 5 stars
Can’t wait
This first episode was great. Can’t wait for the next one.
#1 Luke
5 out of 5 stars
Knowledge
Insightful!! This podcast really fills in a lot of the details as to why Trump has done what he’s done and although unsuccessful I find it riveting and insightful.
1978chaky
5 out of 5 stars
How it happened..
..so good , I’m taking my time listening, every other day , to digest , analyze but mostly to expand..well done !!
Indy Dee50
5 out of 5 stars
Inside info
Insightful reporting with info from so many of the inside players
Ommie3
5 out of 5 stars
Second episode?
Loved hearing this account read/spoken. I’ve read some of them online but it’s cool to listen while doing others things. When will the rest of the episodes be out?
Sue Starlight
5 out of 5 stars
How Does Swan Do It?
I’ve read Jonathan Swan’s “Off the Rails” series and listened to the first episode of this series on the Axios site. He’s broken an astounding number of stories based on what can only be his non-threateningly innocent presence and total trustworthiness. His sources are deep and knowledgeable, and nobody tells a story better than Swan does. This one is important. While there are at least 81 million of us who wouldn’t put anything past Trump, here we get to see exactly how his desperation and self-absorption led from his fear of losing to inciting insurrection.
Impressed by Quality
5 out of 5 stars
Behind the scenes look at Trump’s aberrant behavior.
I look forward to more episodes.
cwvet
5 out of 5 stars
Can’t wait for the next episode
This is riveting. The narration feels like a true crime podcast, with all that suspense. I am addicted and cannot wait for the next episode. I am also going to go online and read more, because it is truly fascinating.
JB card shark
5 out of 5 stars
Excellent perspective on final days of Trump presidency
I read the text version on Axios and now am very much looking forward to Jonathan Swan’s lengthier perspective on the final days. Can’t wait for Episode 2!
blossombike
5 out of 5 stars
Fascinating reporting
I NEED this information & so do you. Love the fly on the wall reporting from his inner circle. Thank you Mr. swan. Absolutely riveting.
Monkey Maze
5 out of 5 stars
Wow
Fly on the wall intel. Thank you for doing this.
DeborahTFromPhilly
5 out of 5 stars
Amazing. Keep it coming. Fast.
Amazing. Keep it coming... FAST.
TGE-TM7
5 out of 5 stars
More
May we have some more, please? Truth will help heal. Thank you.
And Everybody Knows It
5 out of 5 stars
I’m still only seeing one episode
Am I doing something wrong????
schlenky1
5 out of 5 stars
1,444 reviews? Of what?
No content! Not a good way to kick it off!!!
nixfinity
5 out of 5 stars
OMG the inside scoop on the traitor
Tell it like it is. Trump alone planted the seeds for insurrection at 2am election night. The mismanagement and devastation to his already tarnished brand and reputation post election night is all the proof one needs as to how stupid he really is. I’m shocked that any person on moral conscience would now stay at his hotels, rent in his building or play golf at any of his clubs. He may be able to sell pillows and linens on late night infomercials
naptimeMLS
5 out of 5 stars
Fabulous reporting!
I’ve listened to the first episode twice and recommended to friends. Can’t wait for the next one!
Jeff21546
4 out of 5 stars
Pretty good.
Entertaining reporting and great storytelling. Swans narration tends to be a bit overdramatic at times, and the background track really cranks that dynamic up to 11. As always in the Trump years, the lack of source attribution is somewhat concerning, but the reporting aligns with what we know about how MAGAworld operates and Swans earlier reporting.
NMG34
5 out of 5 stars
I need more
What a tease. I need more!
jjpjr
5 out of 5 stars
How it Happened
Outstanding reporting
thecrown4dalord
5 out of 5 stars
How it Happened
Awesome, insight to the deprived mind of former president Trump and those who went along with his falsehoods and the fact he lost the 2020 election.
chuckobe
5 out of 5 stars
Excellent by all accounts.
I felt like I was there! Hurry with next installment. Love Jonathan Swan’s reporting.
Dharmaamy
5 out of 5 stars
Outstanding
Excellent production with velvet voiced brilliant Jonathan masterful journalist.
MusicDevine
5 out of 5 stars
Next episode
I’m so excited for my notification on the availability of episode 2. Thank you!
Woodjr
1 out of 5 stars
Fake journalism....0 stars
0 terrible
Tigerlilly_RM
5 out of 5 stars
Engaging,Engrossing,Exhilarating
...!
Vioanne
5 out of 5 stars
Can’t top this!
I really enjoy Axios newsletters which keep me up to date on important news as it develops. This podcast is the proverbial “icing on the cake” and I keep checking for updates🌟
Beth LNU
5 out of 5 stars
Hurry it up
Great reporting and storytelling. When’s the next episode.
whosagoodboy
5 out of 5 stars
Hurry up! Lol
Can’t wait for more! I can tell this is going to be incredible reporting.
Mhig
5 out of 5 stars
Fabulous
I love the detail and the drama!
Bobby Mike
1 out of 5 stars
Cuntastic
I please flag this review while you’re eating a bag of non-binary dicks
JeanLCoco
5 out of 5 stars
Capturing a historic moment
Thank you and your team for documenting Trump’s behavior with anecdotes based on credible evidence.
somanyquestions
5 out of 5 stars
Necessary
Being too anxious and stunned about what happened in our country after the election made it impossible for me to watch the news in real time. I appreciate this podcasts succinct overview and look forward to getting the full story.
RG_FILMS
5 out of 5 stars
Swan is beautiful
10/10 podcast. Would kiss Jonathan given the opportunity. Swan if you are seeing this please call me.
Evil Eyebrow Boy
5 out of 5 stars
Jonathan Swan
Excellent. Without Jonathan would we all know for sure what really happened during those eventful days after the election and before the attempted coup.? His skills as an interviewer as evidenced by is piercing yet subtle interrogation of Trump at the White House recently are qualities that will vault Jonathan to the highest echelons of journalistic reporting .
Fugamante
5 out of 5 stars
A Fly on the Wall Indeed
Really good, so well researched you know it’s accurate. Great stuff from the great people at Axios—love it!
PonteLasPilas
5 out of 5 stars
We know how this ends but...
Awesome work Jonathan. So great to hear the inside scoop on the trump team’s treachery. Looking forward to the rest.
Woodyl44
5 out of 5 stars
Jonathan Swan
As always he is exceptional. Always seems to be down the middle and credible. Axios and Jon are my most trustworthy source of news now. Stay near the middle and keep it up.
ChrisCapo27
5 out of 5 stars
Facts!
Great podcast by a wonderful journalist! Truth! He tells it like it is.
Chris Moriarty
3 out of 5 stars
Too short
I am a huge fan of Swan’s work, but 20-min episodes? The first episode was cool, but there was honestly only 15 minutes of actual content. If the next few episodes are longer, I’ll update my review.
theBraveFactor
1 out of 5 stars
Sounds like reality television
I’ll change my review if you prove me wrong but I’m getting tired of Hollywood writing masquerading as news. It sounds like a reality television edit at this point but I’ll hear you out. Trump may be dangerous but over embellishment just might backfire. It’s getting old for those of us that have a distain for over dramatizations of facts.
AMWKNW
1 out of 5 stars
More Propaganda, Bias, Rhetoric
Clearly the reviews of this podcast were cast long before episode propagation. How else do you get 100+ reviews before it even launches a real episode. Add the lack of candor and objective basis w/o prefaced color and you have another fictional narrative and indoctrination source. Will it ever stop?
Wingnut78
1 out of 5 stars
Vapid
Twaddle
EvanSternNYC
5 out of 5 stars
Excellent
Jonathan Swan does an expert job of providing the inside story of the insane orbit that surrounded Trump in his final days. This podcast has clearly been produced in record time, and look forward to more!!!
Ed Hendel
5 out of 5 stars
Fascinating insights, excellent production
This podcast is spectacular. I love the "fly on the wall" perspective. The audio and production value is also excellent, especially the way they tie in clips from old interviews and TV news segments.
migney moo
1 out of 5 stars
Typical liberal garbage
Enjoy the high taxes and regulations ,censorship , high gas prices , new Middle East wars, and spending .
ClaudiaCincinnati
5 out of 5 stars
Gripping
I loved hearing this. Great use of drums too. And I’m amazed how many off the record people spoke up and shared.
rhyswg
5 out of 5 stars
Like a Movie
Riveting... amazing reporting. Better than the average political thriller.
Steve-areno
5 out of 5 stars
Riveting
Thanks for this excellent explanation of what took place. Cant wait for second episode.
wineanytime
5 out of 5 stars
Excellent!
In general, I love how Axios reports the news in a concise manner. This first episode was fascinating, and I can’t wait until next Monday for the next episode!
Mellie_1776
5 out of 5 stars
Like you’re in the room
The information gathering and reporting coming from Jonathan Swan is pretty incredible. I watched this all happen on the news, and Jonathan brings new info and first hand accounts that are new info to all of us. I’m blown away by this president’s unprecedented and complete unraveling.
Awesome to disgusting
5 out of 5 stars
Addicting!
Can’t wait for more episodes. It’s one thing when you deal with his rambling lies on a daily basis, but to hear the unfolding with such clarity in the aftermath... wow, Republicans will fall for anything.
TLands$
5 out of 5 stars
Great summary
Look fwd to more
Texasgrlvoter
5 out of 5 stars
Cliff hanger
Omg! Hurry with the second episode. Even though I know what’s been happening, the background details are amazing to hear from Jonathan!!!
Rjhowse
5 out of 5 stars
I’ve been waiting for this kinda podcast
I love both your morning and evening podcasts. Jonathan Swan is always right where he needs to be to help us understand what really happened. Please continue to create more fact based reporter based podcasts. I highly recommend this podcast no matter what political party you belong to.
jerseysara
5 out of 5 stars
How it happened
I would listen to Jonathan Swan read a cereal box. But this is so riveting. Bravo.
BVorrath
5 out of 5 stars
High quality journalism
I trust Axios to give us news that shines above all the noise of daily politics. Jonathan Swan is incredible!
Chillaxers
5 out of 5 stars
Jonathan Swan
I see Swan and I give 5 stars. Absolutely bonkers insights here too though, really great reporting.
Vikia
5 out of 5 stars
A fly on the wall
I have said over and over, it would have been interesting to be a mouse in the corner or a fly on the wall on election night. Thanks for the insight.
hardpeople4hardtimes
5 out of 5 stars
Trumps last stand
Excellent reporting, I enjoy Swan’s investigation type of reporting
MCS300
5 out of 5 stars
Amazing detail
A riveting fly-on-the-wall series. It’s a shame it’s true
JerseyManiag
5 out of 5 stars
About time
Jonathan Swan’s reporting is some of the best in the world. Informative, detailed and thorough. High time Axios came out with a Swan podcast. Can’t wait for future episodes and subsequent podcasts by him.
BJMose
5 out of 5 stars
Axios does it again!
This podcast from Jonathon Swan is a welcome addition to all the great reporting from the Axios team. Thorough reporting condensed into a synopsis of detail. Keep up the great work!
rayraymsimmons
5 out of 5 stars
Amazing
They are my favorite news outlet already and this did not disappoint. Such a wonderful and truthful insight into the craziness the political world is now. Thanks for all the great work you guys do!
lsmsoksk
5 out of 5 stars
Fascinating
I've already read all of the episodes that have been put out but listening to this first one was incredible. Terrifying but incredible. Don't want to have to wait a whole week for the next one! Loved it.
Luihort
5 out of 5 stars
Unbiased
Professional journalism and intelligent storytelling.
Hughie from Down Under
5 out of 5 stars
Amazing reporting
Jonathan is a wonderful reporter. From his time at The Australian to now Axios in USA. Always first class reporting, fact checked and breaking. Insightful to listen to.
mschargel
5 out of 5 stars
Best in the Biz
Jonathan Swan and the team at Axios are phenomenal. Excited for this series.
jakeinator51
5 out of 5 stars
Incredible Reporting
Jonathan Swan is one of the best reporters of our time and his coverage of the Trump White House is second to none. I’ve already read Episodes 1-6 online, but listening to it only aids in the understanding of the last few months of Trump’s presidency.
ThickThistle
5 out of 5 stars
👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽
On the edge of my seat, fact can be stranger than fiction.
helenjohn
5 out of 5 stars
1 Episode in and I’m Hooked
Axios has great pods. Great reporting. Objective. Gets right to the narrative
Daniel Marrazzo
5 out of 5 stars
Very Good
Jonathan Swan should get a medal for his interview with the President earlier in the year. This is even better.
Levitator33
5 out of 5 stars
How It Happened
Incredible reporting! A must listen to podcast.
DBW from NYC
5 out of 5 stars
Riveting stuff
Easy, fast listening.
Steldog
5 out of 5 stars
Kudos
Jonathan provides the look behind the curtain of one of the most important times in U.S. history
DaveyRamone09
5 out of 5 stars
Great show!
Just finished the first episode. Very compelling can’t wait to hear the rest of the reporting!
Nicolemarie***
5 out of 5 stars
Wish they were longer!
Fascinating, I just wish it was longer!
Rebecca Withey
4 out of 5 stars
Engaging Final Days
Dramatic and raw as of you are there in the final days.
FC Zasalini
5 out of 5 stars
In depth, to the point
Worthy of your time !
andresar
4 out of 5 stars
Axios
As someone who despises network news, you’ve been a refreshing, honest, and bipartisan take on current events. Excited to hear more. Love you guys!! Keep up the excellent work
Mikeymike48677
1 out of 5 stars
Biased
Biased
maradatl
5 out of 5 stars
Excellent Listen
It’s like you are a fly on the wall for all the headlines. Jonathan Swan’s reporting is honest and compelling. Fantastic production value as well. The only bummer is that they didn’t release the entire series at once. Highly recommend.
Grt002
5 out of 5 stars
Excellent
I just finished listening to the first episode at the time of writing this. Jonathan Swan is an excellent reporter who really immerses listeners and covers important points in great detail. Be sure to check it out!
Hammu Jones
5 out of 5 stars
MFJ
Excellent
Airndeelyle
5 out of 5 stars
Axios and Jonathan Swan
High caliber reporting and fly-on-the-wall accounts of DJT’s 90 day hissy fit. Is popcorn appropriate for listening to podcasts?
rbro12324235346457568679780890
5 out of 5 stars
Jonathan is a legend!
Jonathan is a legend!
Dorothyrothchild
5 out of 5 stars
Very good storyteller
Lots of juicy behind the scenes details you probably hadn’t heard before about the 2020 election.
podevotee
5 out of 5 stars
As always, well reported
A true inside account. Not inflated, just the facts - great stuff
kehill123
5 out of 5 stars
Excellent Insider Information
This is a great podcast! Great journalism!
ReginaldDwight
5 out of 5 stars
Deep Reporting
The initial episode, heard as a bonus Axios Re:Cap was, in short, scintillating. The level of detail regarding both the run up to election night and the preparation for the “victory speech” show unusual insight into the motivations and mendacity of the 45th president. I’ll definitely be prioritizing this.
Turing3
5 out of 5 stars
Great and tremendously important
This is the best, most important news story — and revelation — about the 2020 election!
Dentaled
5 out of 5 stars
What you were waiting to hear
Great first episode! The insight helped me to better understand the ins and outs of how we got into/are still dealing with this mess. Can’t wait for more!
Ck123222222
5 out of 5 stars
Watch out Barbaro
👀👀👀 (I realize they’re very different pods but still.)
manutdfan33
5 out of 5 stars
Important facts to consider
No matter what side of the political spectrum you are on, Axios delivers actual news. These aren’t opinions, they are facts. I’m grateful for a news source that really is based in factual reporting not just stupid rhetoric from either side.
sports-fanatic
5 out of 5 stars
Great podcast. Flawless reporting.
Better than the top news podcasts
Avid classical fan
5 out of 5 stars
Unbelievable depth in interviews & discussions.
You can’t get clearer, more concise, or politic-free information than this.
kidpicard
5 out of 5 stars
Inside insanity
Unbelievable reporting. Swan is a modern day Woodward. Trusted.
W.B. in washington DC
5 out of 5 stars
How it Happened
Important and timely!
JPK KPJ
4 out of 5 stars
A great first episode but a whole week wait before the next one?!
Give it to us one per day, please!
Kigalio
5 out of 5 stars
Great start!
I just heard the first 20 minutes or so and I’m hooked! I don’t know how Axios gets these sources but this is fascinating!
ready 2021
5 out of 5 stars
Jonathan Swan’s coverage of Trump before and during the night of the 2020 election
Swan’s keen observations will present the “whole” picture. Outstanding, straight forward reporting about a president who executed a strategic plan to claim victory, even in the face of defeat, long before election night 2020. This is not an “opinion” piece. If Jonathan Swan has an agenda, it’s to report “How It Happened” fairly. His podcast is very compelling and verifiable although others in attendance - who mainstream media called “enablers” (but not Swan) - might remain silent or evasive if questioned.
Pdscharger
5 out of 5 stars
Need More!
Too short 🤣 It’s like having half of a really amazing sandwich. Was not very filling but great while it lasted.
Jacobk
5 out of 5 stars
So interesting
Amazing to relive this in such a sweeping narrative.
Howard in New York
5 out of 5 stars
Excellent
Jonathan Swan’s usual meticulous and insightful reporting brought to bear on this important question.
CKNY72
5 out of 5 stars
So far so awesome... this will likely be indispensable
Trump's narrative of a stolen election started months before the attack of the Capitol and it appears this series will walk us through every step of his attempt to steal the election.
CyndyMW
5 out of 5 stars
Like being in the room
Jonathan Swan has woven together all the pieces of how the big lie came to be, from sources who are clearly very close to the president. The amount of detail is incredible. Even if you’re keeping up with the articles on Axios, there’s a lot of content in the podcast that I didn’t see in print form. I’ll be looking forward to this every Monday!
HonestAbe2020!
5 out of 5 stars
Can’t Wait for More!!
Swan is amazing! As a news junkie, I am jaded by so called insider news but this is the best and incredibly well researched. After the 1st episode I am hooked, if this were on Netflix I would binged every episode without sleep!! Thank you Axios! You quality of reporting is stellar. And on point with what people need to understand.
Meg McLain
5 out of 5 stars
Swan is a treasure
Truth without spin is so rare in media. Even when it’s truth you don’t like hearing, Swan manages to put it forward without opinion or judgement. Which, in this case, much like that train wreck of an interview many months ago, has highlighted trump’s insane behavior by letting it speak for itself. Thank you Jonathan. You’re the reporter we needed.
joeinjacksonville
5 out of 5 stars
How it Happened
A clear and compelling explanation of a complicated and confusing story.
kcl570
5 out of 5 stars
Rockstar Sir Swan
Thank you. Keep on Keepin On kcl570
stanley wilder
5 out of 5 stars
Breakneck pace
I thought I knew a lot about these events, apparently not! Kudos to JS and his excellent crew. Gripping, fast-paced and wildly consequential.
saliorswag
5 out of 5 stars
Very informative !
Gives you a real in-depth look into the “behind the scenes” of Trump’s final few months as president. It is very well done and does a very good job and I would HIGHLY recommend !
CindiShaf
5 out of 5 stars
Absolutely amazing
So much respect for Jonathan Swan.
Chris R N
5 out of 5 stars
Fantastic and factual
Swan is doing some of the most important work in this era of division in American politics and society at large. A great listen and very important in understanding how this happened so we can figure out how we move forward.
madtambo
5 out of 5 stars
It is what it is...
The guy who exposed POTUS in his famous interview lays bare election fraud...by POTUS
Vancetrs
5 out of 5 stars
This is the truth-telling we need.
I look to conscientious professionals like Swan to help educate the community.
ray1/23:4;5(6$7$8
5 out of 5 stars
Amazing!
Outstanding! Love it! Can’t wait for the rest of them. Truly impressive. Everyone needs to subscribe!
TPWNYC
5 out of 5 stars
One of my favorite political reporters gets the details right
Jonathan Swan has become a star reporter these past several years. Seems like all of Trump’s loyalists are equally loyal to sharing their experiences inside the craziness of Trump’s white house with Jonathan Swan. Don’t know how he does it but he delivers the goods—-with every report.
Vannola
5 out of 5 stars
Excellent podcast
Jonathan Swan is a knowledgeable reporter who gets beyond surface headlines. What he has to say is well worth hearing.
Serene457
1 out of 5 stars
Where are the episodes?
Only the trailer is playing, the episodes aren’t loading
MN Doggai
5 out of 5 stars
Prescience
I’ve read the Axios Episode 3. That is enough for me to give it a 5 rating. Now for Episodes 1 and 2 as a podcast. If Jonathon Swan is the lead inquisitor they will be as good as Episode 3. Hence . . . As Dr. Fraser Crain used to say, go ahead I’m listening.
JackPink
5 out of 5 stars
Swan is the fly on the wall inside the White House
Jonathan swan’s reporting has consistently been the most accurate and reliable source for the chaos that has ensued during the Trump administration. For anyone who saw his infamous interview with trump last year, that was just a glimpse into the reporting he possesses. Time and again, Swan provides detailed insight and analysis on the events of this administration into a reality show-like experience— which it has been.
Pjpluimer
5 out of 5 stars
Excellent
Axios is one of the most legitimate, high quality and accurate news sources right now.
TeRe1972
5 out of 5 stars
It’s gonna be good
I just know it
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- 28
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- 60
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- January 18, 2023
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- 2021 Axios
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- Elon Musk vs. Twitter Part V: Cracks in the EmpireHow It Happened: Elon Musk vs. Twitter Part V: Cracks in the Empire explores whether Elon Musk's acquisition of Twitter has made his cross-industry empire too big for one billionaire to run. Host Erica Pandey examines Musk's first months as CEO of Twitter and the simultaneous challenges facing his other companies. Reporting from around the Axios newsroom unpacks lawsuits, a federal investigation, and more facing Musk's other companies, including SpaceX, Tesla, and Neuralink. Credits: This series was reported by the Axios newsroom including Erica Pandey, Amy Pedulla, Naomi Shavin, Sara Fischer, Dan Primack, Miriam Kramer, Joann Muller, Javier E. David, Jonathan Swan, Ina Fried, Ashley Gold and Hope King. Fact-checking by Jacob Knutson. Erica Pandey hosts. Amy Pedulla is reporter-producer. Naomi Shavin is senior producer. Scott Rosenberg and Alison Snyder are the series editors. Sara Kehaulani Goo is the Editor-in-Chief and executive producer. Mixing and sound design by Ben O'Brien. Music supervision by Alex Sugiura. Theme music and original score by Michael Hanf. Special thanks to Axios co-founders Mike Allen, Jim VandeHei and Roy Schwartz. Thanks to Zach Basu, Lucia Orejarena, Priyanka Vora, and Brian Westley.0 comments0
- Elon Musk vs. Twitter Part IV: Musk's Must-Do ListHow It Happened: Elon Musk vs. Twitter Part IV: Musk's Must-Do List features reporting from Axios media reporter Sara Fischer about the challenges at Twitter that Musk could inherit — and what he might do about them. Fischer takes listeners inside Twitter to understand how the platform has struggled with content moderation over the years. The episode unpacks Musk's vision for free speech and what it could mean for a platform that has become the global public square. Credits: This series was reported by the Axios newsroom including Erica Pandey, Amy Pedulla, Naomi Shavin, Sara Fischer, Dan Primack, Miriam Kramer, Joann Muller, Javier E. David, Jonathan Swan, Ina Fried, Ashley Gold and Hope King. Fact-checking by Jacob Knutson. Erica Pandey hosts. Amy Pedulla is reporter-producer. Naomi Shavin is senior producer. Scott Rosenberg and Alison Snyder are the series editors. Sara Kehaulani Goo is the Editor-in-Chief and executive producer. Mixing and sound design by Ben O'Brien. Music supervision by Alex Sugiura. Theme music and original score by Michael Hanf. Special thanks to Axios co-founders Mike Allen, Jim VandeHei and Roy Schwartz. Thanks to Zach Basu, Lucia Orejarena, Priyanka Vora, and Brian Westley.0 comments0
- How It Happened Oct 6 · 17m Elon Musk vs. Twitter Part III: Musk Offers To Buy Twitter (Again)Just days before a trial to determine if Elon Musk would be forced to buy Twitter was scheduled to begin, Musk sent a letter offering once again to buy Twitter for the same price he'd originally offered in April. Musk has a unique tolerance for risk at his companies, but the surprise move still shocked the tech world, and it's not clear yet if it will successfully knock the trial off the docket. Media reporter Sara Fischer and business editor Dan Primack join the podcast for a conversation on this latest twist in the saga. Both Fischer and Primack spent months reporting on the reverberations of Musk's initial offer to buy Twitter both within Musk's inner circle and inside Twitter itself. Credits: This series was reported by the Axios newsroom including Erica Pandey, Amy Pedulla, Naomi Shavin, Dan Primack, Miriam Kramer, Joann Muller, Javier E. David, Jonathan Swan, Sara Fischer, Ina Fried and Hope King. Fact-checking by Jacob Knutson. Erica Pandey hosts. Amy Pedulla is reporter-producer. Naomi Shavin is senior producer. Scott Rosenberg and Alison Snyder are the series editors. Sara Kehaulani Goo is the Editor-in-Chief and executive producer. Mixing and sound design by Ben O'Brien. Music supervision by Alex Sugiura. Theme music and original score by Michael Hanf. Special thanks to Axios co-founders Mike Allen, Jim VandeHei and Roy Schwartz. Thanks to Zach Basu, Lucia Orejarena, Priyanka Vora, and Brian Westley.0 comments0
- Elon Musk vs. Twitter Part II: Empire of RiskHow It Happened: Elon Musk vs. Twitter Part II: Empire of Risk explores how Musk's philosophy on risk brings people far beyond his consumers and employees into the experiments he runs. Axios reporters Joann Muller and Miriam Kramer draw on years of reporting on Tesla and SpaceX respectively to detail how risk fits into Musk's framework at these companies. The episode also features interviews with people who have known Musk for years, who have watched him across his career. The episode explores how Musk's risk tolerance has allowed him to innovate in ways no one else has — and the costs that come with that. Credits: This series was reported by the Axios newsroom including Erica Pandey, Amy Pedulla, Naomi Shavin, Dan Primack, Miriam Kramer, Joann Muller, Javier E. David, Jonathan Swan, Sara Fischer, Ina Fried and Hope King. Fact-checking by Jacob Knutson. Erica Pandey hosts. Amy Pedulla is reporter-producer. Naomi Shavin is senior producer. Scott Rosenberg and Alison Snyder are the series editors. Sara Kehaulani Goo is the Editor-in-Chief and executive producer. Mixing and sound design by Ben O'Brien. Music supervision by Alex Sugiura. Theme music and original score by Michael Hanf. Special thanks to Axios co-founders Mike Allen, Jim VandeHei and Roy Schwartz. Thanks to Zach Basu, Lucia Orejarena, Priyanka Vora, and Brian Westley.0 comments0
- Elon Musk vs. Twitter Part I: Not A Chill Normal DudeHow It Happened: Elon Musk vs. Twitter Part I: Not A Chill Normal Dude tells the story of Musk's meteoric rise to become the world's richest man and a cross-industry mogul. Through interviews with people who were instrumental early in Musk's career, the episode chronicles how Musk moved from industry to industry. The episode also features Musk in his own words over the years, reflecting on his career and ambitions, and examines how he uses Twitter. The reporting for this episode was done by reporters across the Axios newsroom, including Dan Primack, Miriam Kramer, Joann Muller, Javier E. David, Jonathan Swan, Sara Fischer and Ina Fried. This episode contains explicit material that some listeners may find offensive. Credits: This series was reported by the Axios newsroom including Erica Pandey, Amy Pedulla, Naomi Shavin, Dan Primack, Miriam Kramer, Joann Muller, Javier E. David, Jonathan Swan, Sara Fischer, Ina Fried and Hope King. Fact-checking by Jacob Knutson. Erica Pandey hosts. Amy Pedulla is reporter-producer. Naomi Shavin is senior producer. Scott Rosenberg and Alison Snyder are the series editors. Sara Kehaulani Goo is the Editor-in-Chief and executive producer. Mixing and sound design by Ben O'Brien. Music supervision by Alex Sugiura. Theme music and original score by Michael Hanf. Special thanks to Axios co-founders Mike Allen, Jim VandeHei and Roy Schwartz. Thanks to Zach Basu, Lucia Orejarena, Priyanka Vora, and Brian Westley.0 comments0
- Coming soon: Elon Musk vs. TwitterHow it Happened: Elon Musk vs. Twitter is a first-of-its-kind newsroom collaboration featuring exclusive reporting on the rise of Elon Musk to become world's richest man, the parallel rise of Twitter as the global public square, and the collision of these two titans this year. This documentary season is hosted by Axios business reporter Erica Pandey and features reporting from political reporter Jonathan Swan, media reporter Sara Fischer, business editor Dan Primack, space reporter Miriam Kramer, and others. The podcast will go inside Elon Musk's world and inside his companies to understand how he achieved cross-industry dominance and what that says about how he might manage Twitter. It will also go deep inside Twitter's inner workings, with new reporting on key moments in its history, including the day President Trump's account was permanently suspended. The podcast will illuminate how Musk's tweet offering to buy the platform and subsequent back-track shook up the financial and tech worlds, how his politics have shifted, how the legal battle between Musk and Twitter could play out — and how all of this could impact his legacy. Subscribe to hear the new season when it launches in September.0 comments0
- Putin’s Invasion Part V: The Fight for the DonbasHow It Happened: Putin’s Invasion Part V: The Fight for the Donbas goes straight to the frontlines of the war, seen through the eyes of a journalist who has been covering the war there and a soldier who has been fighting there, both since 2014. After the failed effort to take Kyiv, Russian President Vladimir Putin turned his focus to the Donbas, vowing to "liberate" the entire region, which was partially controlled by pro-Russian separatists before he launched his full-scale invasion on Feb. 24. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has described soldiers in the Donbas as some of the best Ukraine has. Their battle to defend this region will decide the fate of the war. Axios World editor Dave Lawler spent weeks interviewing Ukrainian Cpl. Andrii Shadrin and news producer Kateryna Malofieieva to understand the region’s history and significance, the realities of daily life on the ground, and why the stakes of this fight are so high. Credits: This episode was reported and produced by Dave Lawler and Naomi Shavin. Alison Snyder is the series editor. Sara Kehaulani Goo is the Editor-in-Chief. Mixing, sound design, and music supervision by Alex Sugiura. Ben O’Brien is the mix engineer. Theme music and original score by Michael Hanf. Special thanks to Axios co-founders Mike Allen, Jim VandeHei and Roy Schwartz. Additional thanks to Zach Basu, Kristina Zelenyuk, Anastasiya Ringis, Igor Kazimirov, Tanya Zhukova, and Hiroaki Kuromiya.0 comments0
- Putin's Invasion Part IV: The View from RussiaIn part four of How It Happened: Putin’s Invasion, Axios World editor Dave Lawler digs into polling indications that Russians are rallying around their president even as Western sanctions and global condemnations escalate. This episode features interviews with a top political opposition leader, the director of the leading independent polling firm in Russia, a prominent sociologist from the Moscow School of Social and Economic Sciences and a journalist on the ground in Moscow. Across these interviews, Lawler sets out to learn why the more horrific the allegations against Russia — such as the apparent massacre of civilians in Bucha— the stronger the impulse seems to be to reject them as lies. Credits: This episode of Putin's Invasion was reported by Dave Lawler, Alison Snyder, and Naomi Shavin. Sara Fischer and Emily Peck contributed reporting. It was produced by Naomi Shavin. Alison Snyder is the series editor. Sara Kehaulani Goo is the Editor-in-Chief. Ben O’Brien is the mix engineer. Mixing, sound design, and music supervision by Alex Sugiura. Theme music and original score by Michael Hanf. Special thanks to Axios co-founders Mike Allen, Jim VandeHei and Roy Schwartz.0 comments0
- How It Happened Mar 28 · 25m Putin's Invasion Part III: How It Could EndIn part three of How It Happened: Putin’s Invasion, Axios World editor Dave Lawler examines a difficult reality — that the only clear path to peace in Ukraine is a deal between Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, but the red lines drawn by the Russian and Ukrainian leaders do not intersect. This episode features interviews with Zelensky’s chief of staff, a member of Parliament in his party, two close observers of Putin and the Kremlin, and a former U.S. ambassador to Ukraine with decades of diplomatic experience in the region. Across these interviews, Lawler tries to determine the end games for Putin and Zelensky and the likeliest scenarios for how this conflict could end. Credits: This episode of Putin's Invasion was reported by Dave Lawler in collaboration with the Axios newsroom and produced by Naomi Shavin. Barak Ravid contributed reporting. Julia Redpath is executive producer. Alison Snyder is the series editor. Sara Kehaulani Goo is the Editor-in-Chief. Ben O'Brien is the mix engineer. Mixing, sound design, and music supervision by Alex Sugiura. Theme music and original score by Michael Hanf. Special thanks to Axios co-founders Mike Allen, Jim VandeHei and Roy Schwartz.0 comments0
- Putin's Invasion Part II: The ConsequencesIn part two of How it Happened: Putin's Invasion, Axios world editor Dave Lawler explains how Russian President Vladimir Putin's decision to invade Ukraine catalyzed a chain of events that are reshaping our world. Lawler is joined by Axios managing editor Margaret Talev to discuss President Biden's decades of political experience with Russia and the sanctions the U.S. and Europe have brought against the country. Energy and climate reporter Andrew Freedman explains why it's so hard for the West to cut ties with Russia when it comes to energy, and why the Biden administration chose to do so even if it would send gas prices soaring. Credits: Putin's Invasion was reported by Dave Lawler in collaboration with the Axios newsroom and produced by Naomi Shavin with help from Sabeena Singhani. Julia Redpath is executive producer. Alison Snyder is the series editor. Sara Kehaulani Goo is the Editor-in-Chief. Mixing, sound design, and music supervision by Alex Sugiura. Additional mixing by Jayk Cherry. Theme music and original score by Michael Hanf. Special thanks to Axios co-founders Mike Allen, Jim VandeHei and Roy Schwartz.0 comments0
- Putin's Invasion Part I: How We Got HereIn part one of How it Happened: Putin's Invasion, Axios world editor Dave Lawler presents reporting and analysis from the Axios newsroom on the Russian invasion of Ukraine. Lawler shares insights from a career covering global affairs and dozens of interviews with experts and high ranking officials about how Russian President Vladimir Putin came to power and how the autocrat has wielded it. The podcast also features Jonathan Swan, Axios national reporter and host of the first season of How It Happened, speaking about his exclusive Axios on HBO interview with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. Credits: Putin's Invasion was reported by Dave Lawler in collaboration with the Axios newsroom and produced by Naomi Shavin with help from Sabeena Singhani. Julia Redpath is executive producer. Alison Snyder is the series editor. Sara Kehaulani Goo is the Editor-in-Chief. Mixing, sound design, and music supervision by Alex Sugiura. Additional mixing by Jayk Cherry. Theme music and original score by Michael Hanf. Special thanks to Axios co-founders Mike Allen, Jim VandeHei and Roy Schwartz.0 comments0
- Coming Soon: Putin's InvasionIn How it Happened: Putin's Invasion, Axios World editor Dave Lawler curates the best of Axios' reporting and analysis on the Russian invasion of Ukraine, explaining how the conflict played out in slow motion across eight years and then suddenly escalated. Lawler will share insights from a career covering global affairs and dozens of interviews with experts and high ranking officials about how Russian President Vladimir Putin came to power and how the autocrat has wielded it. The podcast will also feature Jonathan Swan, Axios national reporter and host of the first season of How It Happened, speaking about his exclusive interview with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky. Reporters and editors from across the Axios newsroom including Sara Fischer, Emily Peck and Margaret Talev will unpack how this conflict is playing out in the media and on social media and why it's so hard to push back against Putin and Russia. The podcast will break down what happened on the ground in the early hours of February 24, 2022 in Ukraine and how this war is changing the world around us in real time. Listen now to the trailer and subscribe to hear the new season when it launches on Mar. 5, 2022.0 comments0
- Trump’s Big Deal Part II: From Secret Alliance to the Abraham AccordsAfter Donald Trump’s peace plan between Israel and the Palestinians failed, there was a desperate attempt by the U.S. and the United Arab Emirates to stop Israel from annexing part of the occupied West Bank. That effort led to the most significant Middle East peace agreement in a generation. With exclusive reporting, Axios Middle East correspondent Barak Ravid tells national political correspondent Jonathan Swan what led to Trump’s success and its effects. Note: This episode contains some explicit language. Credits: The senior producer is Ariana Gharib Lee. The senior editor is Ted Robbins. Dan Bobkoff is the executive producer. Sara Kehaulani Goo is the editor-in-chief. Our managing editors include Alison Snyder and Margaret Talev. Dave Lawler is the world editor. Sound design and mixing by Jeanne Montalvo and Alex Sugiura. Our series theme music is by Michael Hanf. Fact checking by Jacob Knutson.0 comments0
- Trump’s Big Deal Part I: May Your House Be DestroyedAxios Middle East correspondent Barak Ravid and national political correspondent Jonathan Swan tell how Donald Trump’s grand plan to broker peace between the Israelis and Palestinians was doomed by Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s refusal to compromise and a series of bizarre choices that alienated the Palestinians. Through exclusive reporting and a new interview with Trump and others closely involved, Ravid also reveals that the supposed bromance between Trump and Netanyahu is a myth. When Ravid asked Trump, the former president said about Netanyahu, “F--k him.” Note: This episode contains some explicit language. Credits: The senior producer is Ariana Gharib Lee. The senior editor is Ted Robbins. Dan Bobkoff is the executive producer. Sara Kehaulani Goo is the editor-in-chief. Our managing editors include Alison Snyder and Margaret Talev. Dave Lawler is the world editor. Sound design and mixing by Jeanne Montalvo and Alex Sugiura. Our series theme music is by Michael Hanf. Fact checking by Jacob Knutson.0 comments0
- How It Happened Dec 11 · 1m Coming soon: Trump’s Big DealAxios’ Jonathan Swan is back with a sneak preview of How It Happened’s third season, coming later this month. With exclusive reporting, Swan and Axios’ Barak Ravid tell us the surprising story of the Abraham Accords — the deal between Israel and four Arab states which is changing the Middle East.0 comments0
- The Next Astronauts Part V: The LaunchAxios space reporter Miriam Kramer follows the Inspiration4 crew to the Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral, Fla. to cover their launch and catches up with each of them after their return. Kramer takes listeners to the press center at the Kennedy Space Center and inside of a pre-launch press conference with the four civilian astronauts the day before launch. Kramer reports on the launch from on the ground and analyzes the livestream hosted by SpaceX, including the abrupt termination of real-time access to the crew once they reached orbit. She tracks the crew during their three days in orbit, their high-risk descent back through the Earth's atmosphere, and what the safety and success of the mission means for the entire industry going forward. Credits: The Next Astronauts is reported and produced by Miriam Kramer, Amy Pedulla, Naomi Shavin, and Alice Wilder. Dan Bobkoff is Executive Producer. Mixing, sound design, and music supervision by Alex Sugiura. Theme music and original score by Michael Hanf. Fact-checking and research by Jacob Knutson. Alison Snyder is a managing editor at Axios and Sara Kehaulani Goo is executive editor. Special thanks to Axios co-founders Mike Allen, Jim VandeHei and Roy Schwartz.0 comments0
- The Next Astronauts Part IV: RiskAxios space reporter Miriam Kramer learns how the Inspiration4 crew is grappling with risk, something every company in the space industry and all astronauts must confront. Kramer speaks with the crew, the parent of a crew member, and a former NASA safety expert about how memories of the Challenger explosion have shaped the way the space industry prepares astronauts for risk. In conversations with crew members Jared Isaacman and Chris Sembroski and with their spouses, Kramer explores how uniquely challenging it is for the parents of young children to prepare their families for a mission to space. Kramer travels to Bozeman, Montana to watch the Inspiration4 crew fly in fighter jets over the course of a festive weekend, intended to bring the crew's families together, where they all celebrated the upcoming launch and confronted the reality of its approach. Credits: The Next Astronauts is reported and produced by Miriam Kramer, Amy Pedulla, Naomi Shavin, and Alice Wilder. Dan Bobkoff is Executive Producer. Mixing, sound design, and music supervision by Alex Sugiura. Theme music and original score by Michael Hanf. Fact-checking and research by Jacob Knutson. Alison Snyder is a managing editor at Axios and Sara Kehaulani Goo is executive editor. Special thanks to Axios co-founders Mike Allen, Jim VandeHei and Roy Schwartz.0 comments0
- The Next Astronauts Part III: What It TakesAxios space reporter Miriam Kramer goes inside SpaceX's headquarters in Hawthorne, California, to see the factory floor, the Inspiration4 crew's training regimen and how this mission fits into SpaceX's broader goals. Kramer speaks with SpaceX senior leadership and tours the facility, culminating in a chance to see a brand new bubble window built specifically for the Inspiration4 crew. She gets to sit in on the crew training in a cockpit simulator and learn about the various scenarios they are learning to anticipate. She also peers inside the Dragon capsule simulator — a mock-up of the capsule they'll fly in — and hears the crew's testimony of a harrowing 30-hour simulation of their mission as the capstone of their training. Credits: The Next Astronauts is reported and produced by Miriam Kramer, Amy Pedulla, Naomi Shavin, and Alice Wilder. Dan Bobkoff is Executive Producer. Mixing, sound design, and music supervision by Alex Sugiura. Theme music and original score by Michael Hanf. Fact-checking and research by Jacob Knutson. Alison Snyder is a managing editor at Axios and Sara Kehaulani Goo is executive editor. Special thanks to Axios co-founders Mike Allen, Jim VandeHei and Roy Schwartz.0 comments0
- The Next Astronauts Part II: The New Right StuffAxios space reporter Miriam Kramer unpacks who historically has been able to go to space and why the selection of Inspiration4 crew members Sian Proctor and Hayley Arceneaux is a break from the status quo. Kramer shares what she asked Elon Musk in 2020 as the Dragon capsule flew humans for the first time on the same day of nationwide Black Lives Matter protests — and how he answered. She learns Proctor's story, from her birth in Guam where her father was a contractor for the Apollo 11 mission to becoming a NASA astronaut finalist and to her chance to make history as the first Black female pilot of a spacecraft. Kramer also explores Arceneaux's story, told by Hayley and her mother, of Hayley overcoming childhood cancer, becoming a physician assistant for the hospital that treated her and getting the opportunity to be the first person in space with a prosthesis. Credits: The Next Astronauts is reported and produced by Miriam Kramer, Amy Pedulla, Naomi Shavin, and Alice Wilder. Dan Bobkoff is Executive Producer. Mixing, sound design, and music supervision by Alex Sugiura. Theme music and original score by Michael Hanf. Fact-checking and research by Jacob Knutson. Alison Snyder is a managing editor at Axios and Sara Kehaulani Goo is Executive Editor. Special thanks to Axios co-founders Mike Allen, Jim VandeHei and Roy Schwartz.0 comments0
- The Next Astronauts Part I: A Few Ordinary PeopleAxios space reporter Miriam Kramer traces how a multi-day orbital mission to space without professional astronauts came together in just a matter of weeks. Kramer takes listeners back to February of 2021, to a press call where SpaceX CEO Elon Musk made a stunning announcement. She brings listeners into her conversations with billionaire benefactor and mission commander Jared Isaacman to learn how he commissioned and designed the mission. She chronicles how the other three crew members were selected — one by raffle, one by contest, and one as an ambassador for her employer — and how they felt watching the last crewed launch before their own. Credits: The Next Astronauts is reported and produced by Miriam Kramer, Amy Pedulla, Naomi Shavin, and Alice Wilder. Dan Bobkoff is Executive Producer. Mixing, sound design, and music supervision by Alex Sugiura. Theme music and original score by Michael Hanf. Fact-checking and research by Jacob Knutson. Alison Snyder is a managing editor at Axios and Sara Kehaulani Goo is Executive Editor. Special thanks to Axios co-founders Mike Allen, Jim VandeHei and Roy Schwartz.0 comments0
- How It Happened Aug 17 · 8m The Next Astronauts PrologueIn How it Happened: The Next Astronauts, Axios space reporter Miriam Kramer follows the first space flight to orbit without professional astronauts. Kramer will take listeners inside the story of the Inspiration4 mission, which SpaceX aims to launch on September 15. The podcast will chronicle the selection of these four civilians and their training at SpaceX headquarters. Kramer will go behind the scenes, bringing listeners into conversations with the crew as they grapple with challenges, the risks inherent in space travel and preparing their families for the launch. The mission has high stakes for the crew and for SpaceX, but it's also pivotal for the industry and could influence the future of private space travel. First, in this prologue, Kramer brings listeners into the current moment for the space industry and why so much is riding on this particular mission. Credits: The Next Astronauts is reported and produced by Miriam Kramer, Amy Pedulla, Naomi Shavin, and Alice Wilder. Dan Bobkoff is Executive Producer. Mixing, sound design, and music supervision by Alex Sugiura. Theme music and original score by Michael Hanf. Fact checking and research by Jacob Knutson. Alison Snyder is a managing editor at Axios and Sara Kehaulani Goo is Executive Editor. Special thanks to Axios co-founders Mike Allen, Jim VandeHei and Roy Schwartz.0 comments0
- Trump's Last Stand: An Off-The-Books MissionIn this bonus story for How It Happened: Trump's Last Stand, Axios political correspondent Jonathan Swan details a botched attempt, made during President Trump's final days in office, to rapidly withdraw all U.S. troops from Afghanistan. Trump desperately wanted ending America's longest war to be part of his legacy. Instead, it will be Joe Biden's. Nonetheless, in a recent interview with Swan, Trump took credit for Biden's announcement, insisting he set in motion a plan that could not be stopped. Swan provides listeners the full story of what Trump tried to do, how, and why it ultimately didn't happen. Follow the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen so you don't miss our second season coming later this year. Credits: This episode is produced by Amy Pedulla and Naomi Shavin. Dan Bobkoff is our executive producer. Mixing by Alex Sugiura. Theme music by Michael Hanf. Margaret Talev is Managing Editor of Politics. Sara Kehaulani Goo is Executive Editor. Additional writing, reporting and research by Zach Basu. Special thanks to Nuria Marquez Martinez, Niala Boodhoo, Alexandra Botti, Jimmy Shelton, and to Axios co-founders Mike Allen, Jim VandeHei, and Roy Schwartz. Note: This episode has a brief moment of profanity0 comments0
- Trump's Last Stand Part V: Where It EndsNational political correspondent Jonathan Swan tracks the unfolding of the Capitol insurrection on January 6, revealing what happened in the Senate and at the White House — and what it means. Swan brings listeners into the secure room where senators sheltered in place, heard remarks from both President Trump and President-Elect Biden, and deliberated how to resume the vote certification process. Swan also reports on the reaction inside the Trump administration, where officials were rapidly resigning, and the ones who remained were strenuously pressuring the President to discourage and disavow the mob of his supporters. Note: This episode contains some explicit language. Credits: This show is produced by Amy Pedulla, Naomi Shavin and Alice Wilder. Dan Bobkoff is the executive producer. Additional reporting and fact checking by Zach Basu. Margaret Talev is managing editor of politics. Sara Kehaulani Goo is Axios’s executive editor. Sound design by Alex Sugiura and theme music by Michael Hanf. For more on this series and our sourcing, click here.0 comments0
- Trump's Last Stand Part IV: The Point Of No ReturnNational political correspondent Jonathan Swan chronicles how President Donald Trump destroyed his most valuable political relationship — his partnership with Vice President Mike Pence — and set the events of January 6 into motion. Swan uncovers the surprising catalyst that drove a wedge between Trump and his most loyal ally, a vice president often described as "subservient." Swan tracks Trump's increasing desperation as December became January and how he turned up the pressure on Pence to refuse to certify the election. Note: This episode contains some explicit language. Credits: This show is produced by Amy Pedulla, Naomi Shavin and Alice Wilder. Dan Bobkoff is the executive producer. Additional reporting and fact checking by Zach Basu. Margaret Talev is managing editor of politics. Sara Kehaulani Goo is Axios’s executive editor. Sound design by Alex Sugiura and theme music by Michael Hanf. For more on this series and our sourcing, click here.0 comments0
- Trump's Last Stand Part III: The Break With BarrNational political correspondent Jonathan Swan reveals the story behind President Trump's break from Attorney General William Barr, who had been deeply loyal and a key bridge between Trump and the Republican establishment. Swan takes listeners into the room for two explosive, consequential meetings that led to Barr's resignation. By examining the breakdown of the relationship between Trump and Barr, Swan shows how Trump began to turn on not just his campaign team, but his most crucial allies in his administration. Note: This episode contains some explicit language. Credits: This show is produced by Amy Pedulla, Naomi Shavin and Alice Wilder. Dan Bobkoff is the executive producer. Additional reporting and fact checking by Zach Basu. Margaret Talev is managing editor of politics. Sara Kehaulani Goo is Axios’s executive editor. Sound design by Alex Sugiura and theme music by Michael Hanf. For more on this series and our sourcing, click here.0 comments0
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