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Explain It to Me
Explain It to Me
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Should I buy a house? Why do I say “like” so much? Should Gen Z bother to save for retirement? Explain It to... more

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Episodes

Retire? In this economy?!

With 401(k)s taking a hit and the fate of Social Security uncertain, we get some advice for how to talk... more

27 Apr 2025 · 32 minutes
Is climate progress doomed?

Many worry that the clean energy transition will be derailed by the Trump administration. But there's reason to believe otherwise. Listen... more

20 Apr 2025 · 31 minutes
What if college isn't for everyone?

For decades, high schools and parents have prioritized college for all graduating seniors. Now, more students are asking if there's... more

13 Apr 2025 · 31 minutes
Is a house still a good investment?

Given the economy and interest rates, homebuying doesn't seem like it’s necessarily the way to go anymore. So consider this... more

06 Apr 2025 · 32 minutes
You can get Explain It to Me ad-free!

Vox Members now get all our podcasts, ad-free. If you become a member, you will also get unlimited reading on our... more

02 Apr 2025 · 1 minute
Blinded by the headlights

Drivers and passengers are right: Car headlights are brighter now. And the solutions aren't simple. If you have a question for... more

30 Mar 2025 · 33 minutes
Gen Sex

Gen X women are freeing themselves from the hangups of the '90s, and having the best sex of their lives.... more

23 Mar 2025 · 32 minutes
Did diversity ever work...at work?

There's a backlash against corporate DEI efforts, and it’s not just from the right. It's everywhere. What does that mean... more

16 Mar 2025 · 32 minutes
Why does dating suck for guys?

The rules of romance have changed, and many young men feel they can't keep up. We get some tips from... more

09 Mar 2025 · 32 minutes
Ok for real, what is a REAL ID?

Listener Tessa was at the airport and noticed that the REAL ID deadline had been extended — yet again —... more

02 Mar 2025 · 35 minutes