Noel King
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Noel King is a broadcast journalist, co-host and editorial director of Vox’s Today, Explained. She previously hosted NPR’s Morning Edition and Up First and worked as a correspondent for the Planet Money podcast.
2 episodes featuring Noel King
Today, Explained
Gambling mechanics reshape shopping and games
The episode shows how auctions, randomized rewards, countdowns, and social pressure can turn ordinary entertainment and commerce into compulsive spending environments for adults and children.
Sep 25, 2026 · 29 min
Today, Explained
Dating apps falter as singles rebuild connection offline
The episode examines why romantic relationships are declining while many people still want intimacy, and offers ways to date with more agency.
Sep 13, 2026 · 33 min