On Point

More than 40% of hired farm laborers in the U.S. are immigrants without legal status. President Trump campaigned on a plan for mass deportation. But even he admits -- the country can't survive without many of the undocumented workers he promised to remove. *** Thank you for listening. Help power On Point by making a donation here: wbur.org/giveonpoint

When President Trump approved the merger between Nippon Steel and U.S. Steel he demanded a so-called “golden share.” It gives the White House a say in key business decisions. So, what happens when the White House controls a private industry? *** Thank you for listening. Help power On Point by making a donation here: wbur.org/giveonpoint

In the U.S., shopping is almost a religion. For Emily Mester’s family, Costco was their Sunday ritual. In her new book, 'American Bulk,' Mester tells the story of how her family struggled with the desire to own everything they possibly could. *** Thank you for listening. Help power On Point by making a donation here: wbur.org/giveonpoint

Why are some problems best solved by 'trusting our gut?' And how has intuition helped some people make crucial decisions? The role of intuition in perception and action. *** Thank you for listening. Help power On Point by making a donation here: wbur.org/giveonpoint

“Super agers” are people who live well into their 80s without developing chronic diseases, such as cancer, diabetes or cardiovascular issues. What can we learn from them to promote healthier, longer lives? *** Thank you for listening. Help power On Point by making a donation here: wbur.org/giveonpoint

Since its creation 14 years ago the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has used its powers to return billions of dollars to defrauded consumers. Now the Trump administration wants to close it. What the CFPB has meant for consumer protection in the U.S. *** Thank you for listening. Help power On Point by making a donation here: wbur.org/giveonpoint

A cult-like group referred to as the Zizians is linked to a string of violent deaths across the U.S. It has its roots in Silicon Valley – and a movement called Rationalism. Who are these groups and what do they believe? *** Thank you for listening. Help power On Point by making a donation here: wbur.org/giveonpoint

In a conversation recorded at the WBUR Festival, Dr. Anthony Fauci speaks frankly about the threats he sees to public health under the Trump administration and the “severe intimidation” of scientists at the NIH. *** Thank you for listening. Help power On Point by making a donation here: wbur.org/giveonpoint

A personal message from Meghna Chakrabarti about why The Jackpod is taking a short break. *** Thank you for listening. Help power On Point by making a donation here: wbur.org/giveonpoint

You’ve heard of 'mom brain.' But how do men’s brains change when they become fathers? *** Thank you for listening. Help power On Point by making a donation here: wbur.org/giveonpoint