Podcast: Thursday, April 25

The Takeaway

The Debate Over Felon Disenfranchisement

The debate over felon disenfranchisement is playing out across the country, where a patchwork map of state laws means things look different in Maine than they do in Iowa or in Wisconsin.

First Licensed Vaccine to Immunize Children in Three Malaria-Endemic Countries 

Children in Malawi began to be immunized against malaria with the world’s first licensed vaccine this week.

Indie Superhero Movies Face Off Against Blockbusters at the Box Office

“Avengers: Endgame” is expected to make more than $260 million this weekend. “Fast Color,” an indie superhero movie that centers around women of color, has struggled to find an audience.

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