Decoder Ring
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<p>Decoder Ring is the show about cracking cultural mysteries. In each episode, host Willa Paskin takes a cultural question, object, or habit; examines its history; and tries to figure out what it means and why it matters.</p><br><p>Get more of Decoder Ring with Slate Plus! Join for exclusive bonus episodes of Decoder Ring and ad-free listening on all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe from the Decoder Ring show page on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Or visit slate.com/decoderplus for access wherever you listen.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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Recent Episodes
July 15, 2026
Weapons of Map Destruction
Host Willa Paskin interviews journalist Katherine Dunn and aerospace engineer Dr. Todd Humphreys about GPS's critical role, vulnerabilities, and current threats.
July 1, 2026
We Are Monumentally Bad at Statues
Host Willa Paskin interviews artist Atalanta Arden-Miller about why contemporary statues often miss the mark, exploring the decline of this ancient art form.
June 17, 2026
The Tootsie Shot (Encore)
Host Willa Paskin interviews industry experts like author James Sanders and cinematographer Adam Holender to uncover why the iconic "Tootsie Shot" remains a memorable cinematic device.
158 total episodes available with 35 transcripts
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- What is Decoder Ring?
<p>Decoder Ring is the show about cracking cultural mysteries. In each episode, host Willa Paskin takes a cultural question, object, or habit; examines its history; and tries to figure out what it means and why it matters.</p><br><p>Get more of Decoder Ring with Slate Plus! Join for exclusive bonus episodes of Decoder Ring and ad-free listening on all your favorite Slate podcasts. Subscribe from the Decoder Ring show page on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Or visit slate.com/decoderplus for access wherever you listen.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p> - How often does this podcast release new episodes?
This podcast updates weekly.
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This podcast is available on 9 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
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Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.
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