Malcolm Gladwell Discusses New Book "The American Way of Killing" on The New Yorker Radio Hour

Malcolm Gladwell, who has been a staff writer for The New Yorker for many years, has published a new book entitled "The American Way of Killing," which delves into the distinct relationship between America and gun violence. During a discussion with David Remnick on The New Yorker Radio Hour, Gladwell contends that mortality rates do not fully reflect the extent of the issue, as medical advancements save numerous lives that remain impacted by violence. He critiques gun-control advocates for misunderstanding the issue and argues that a cycle of inadequate policing and excessive incarceration is fundamental to America's challenges. Gladwell expresses significant irritation with the term "defund the police," stating he can hardly say it "without nearly blowing a gasket." This episode is part of The New Yorker Radio Hour, co-produced by WNYC and The New Yorker, with new episodes released every Tuesday and Friday. Additional reading includes Gladwell's pieces "What We Get Wrong About Violent Crime," "Daniel Ellsberg, Edward Snowden, and the Modern Whistle-Blower," and "Thresholds of Violence."