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A Times investigation has found that as Elon Musk became one of President Trump’s closest and most influential advisers, he was juggling an increasingly chaotic personal life and a drug habit far more serious than previously known. Kirsten Grind and Megan Twohey, two investigative reporters at The New York Times, discuss why those closest to Mr. Musk are finally sounding the alarm. Guest: * Kirsten Grind [https://www.nytimes.com/by/kirsten-grind], an investigative business reporter at The New York Times. * Megan Twohey [https://www.nytimes.com/by/megan-twohey], an investigative reporter at The New York Times. Background reading:  * On the campaign trail, Elon Musk juggled drugs and family drama [https://www.nytimes.com/2025/05/30/us/elon-musk-drugs-children-trump.html]. For more information on today’s episode, visit nytimes.com/thedaily [http://nytimes.com/thedaily?smid=pc-thedaily]. Transcripts of each episode will be made available by the next workday.  Photo: Haiyun Jiang for The New York Times Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts [http://nytimes.com/podcasts] or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

When Samaiya Mushtaq was growing up, she imagined marrying a kind Muslim man, and at 21, she did. But while studying to become a psychiatrist in medical school, she realized her husband couldn’t meet her emotional needs — something she deeply craved. Despite the shame she felt, she got a divorce. In this episode, Mushtaq shares the twists and turns of her unexpected second chance at love, where service is at the center. From working in health care during the pandemic to building a family to undertaking harrowing service trips to Gaza, she found what she truly needed in a marriage — only after letting go of what she thought she wanted. Samaiya Mushtaq’s memoir will be published by Daybreak Press next winter. This episode was inspired by her 2023 essay, “Must We Feel Shame Over Divorce? [https://www.nytimes.com/2023/02/17/style/modern-love-must-we-feel-shame-over-divorce.html]” For more Modern Love, search for the show wherever you get your podcasts. New episodes every Wednesday.  Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts [http://nytimes.com/podcasts] or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

The Grammy-winning singer on overcoming child stardom, accepting her parents and being in control. Also, we have exciting news: You can check us out on YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/@theinterviewpodcast]. To watch our videos, go to: youtube.com/@theinterviewpodcast [http://youtube.com/@theinterviewpodcast] Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts [http://nytimes.com/podcasts] or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

A panel of federal judges ruled on Wednesday that many of President Trump’s tariffs were illegal, a decision that has threatened to derail his trade agenda. Victor Schwartz, the wine importer at the center of the case, explains why he decided to take on the president, and Jeanna Smialek, the Brussels bureau chief for The Times, discusses what options Mr. Trump has to save his trade war. Guest: * Victor Schwartz, a small wine importer and the lead plaintiff in a lawsuit against Mr. Trump’s tariffs. * Jeanna Smialek [https://www.nytimes.com/by/jeanna-smialek], the Brussels bureau chief for The New York Times. Background reading:  * The U.S. Court of International Trade said Mr. Trump had overstepped his authority [https://www.nytimes.com/2025/05/28/business/trump-tariffs-blocked-federal-court.html] in imposing his “reciprocal” tariffs globally. * An appeals court spared the tariffs [https://www.nytimes.com/live/2025/05/29/us/trump-news] while it considered the challenge. * From March: Wine businesses were struck with fears of disaster [https://www.nytimes.com/2025/03/13/dining/drinks/wine-trump-tariffs.html] under the threat of huge tariffs. For more information on today’s episode, visit nytimes.com/thedaily [http://nytimes.com/thedaily?smid=pc-thedaily]. Transcripts of each episode will be made available by the next workday.  Photo: Doug Mills/The New York Times Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts [http://nytimes.com/podcasts] or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

For Harvard students, this year’s graduation ceremony comes amid an intense standoff between one of America’s most prestigious universities and the United States government. Michael S. Schmidt, an investigative reporter for The Times, explains how the conflict escalated and what it reveals about how far the administration will go to fulfill its agenda. Guest: Michael S. Schmidt [https://www.nytimes.com/by/michael-s-schmidt], an investigative reporter for The New York Times, covering Washington. Background reading:  * Harvard leaders see only bad outcomes ahead [https://www.nytimes.com/2025/05/08/us/harvard-trump-court-case-negotiation.html] as they battle President Trump. * The Trump administration says it is halting Harvard’s ability to enroll international students [https://www.nytimes.com/2025/05/22/us/politics/trump-harvard-international-students.html]. For more information on today’s episode, visit nytimes.com/thedaily [http://nytimes.com/thedaily?smid=pc-thedaily]. Transcripts of each episode will be made available by the next workday.  Photo: Sophie Park/Bloomberg Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts [http://nytimes.com/podcasts] or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify.