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David Brooks news
The gist
David Brooks launched "The Permanent Questions" podcast with The Atlantic and Yale on Sept 13, 2026.
The show targets life's big questions, a niche Brooks says media under-serves.
How it unfolded
- Sep 10, 2026David Brooks spoke at Florida State University's Ruby Diamond Concert Hall, arguing America's institutions focus too much on logic and have lost their heart.
- Sep 11, 2026Brooks appeared on PBS NewsHour with Jonathan Capehart to discuss the GOP's midterm convention, party identity, and how America has changed in 25 years since 9/11.
- Sep 13, 2026The Atlantic launched "The Permanent Questions," a weekly video podcast hosted by Brooks, with the first episode featuring philosopher Meghan Sullivan.