Best 70 Non Partisan Podcasts

An episode-by-episode discussion of The West Wing, one of television's most beloved shows, co-hosted by one of its stars, Joshua Malina, along with Hrishikesh Hirway of Song Exploder. more

Thoughts, aloud. Hosted by Michelle Cottle, Ross Douthat and Carlos Lozada. Every Friday, from New York Times Opinion.Unlock full access to New York Times podcasts and explore everything from politics to pop culture. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. more

Charlie Sykes and guests discuss the latest news from inside Washington and around the world. No shouting, grandstanding, or sloganeering. Truth over tribalism. Principles over partisanship.Bulwark members can get a totally ad-free version of the show delivered right to their favorite podcast player. more

A straightforward look at the day's top news in 20 minutes. Powered by ABC News. Hosted by Brad Mielke. Winner of the 2019 Edward R. Murrow Award for Excellence in Innovation. more

The home of grace-filled political conversations. Sarah Stewart Holland and Beth Silvers have real conversations that help us understand politics, democracy & the news, while still treating each other like thoughtful human beings. more

Every day, 1A convenes a conversation about the most important issues of our time. The show takes a deep and unflinching look at America, bringing context and insight to stories unfolding across the country and the world. more

Left, Right & Center is KCRW's weekly civilized yet provocative confrontation over politics, policy and pop culture. more

Join The New Yorker's writers and editors for reporting, insight, and analysis of the most pressing political issues of our time. On Mondays, David Remnick, the editor of The New Yorker, presents conversations and feature stories about current events. On Wednesdays, the senior editor Tyler Foggatt goes deep on a consequential political story via far-reaching interviews with staff writers and outside experts. And, on Fridays, the staff writers Susan B. Glasser, Jane Mayer, and Evan Osnos discuss the latest developments in Washington and beyond, offering an encompassing understanding of this moment in American politics. more

The Realignment

How do landmark Supreme Court decisions affect our lives? What does the 2nd Amendment really say? Why does the Senate have so much power? Civics 101 is the podcast about how our democracy works…or is supposed to work, anyway. more

Finally, an unbiased news source. If you miss how journalism used to be, you're in the right place. New episodes of UNBIASED are released Monday-Thursday and recap current events and the law in an impartial, fact-based manner. As a law school graduate and licensed attorney, she uses her knowledge of the law to explain the harder-to-understand legal concepts like constitutional rights, Supreme Court opinions, legislation, and more. By the time you're done listening to each episode, you'll feel caught up, informed and empowered. And the best part is, you don't have to listen to any personal opinions...just the facts.  more

America is more divided than ever—but it doesn't have to be. Open to Debate offers an antidote to the chaos. We bring multiple perspectives together for real, nonpartisan debates. Debates that are structured, respectful, clever, provocative, and driven by the facts. Open to Debate is on a mission to restore balance to the public square through expert moderation, good-faith arguments, and reasoned analysis. We examine the issues of the day with the world's most influential thinkers spanning science, technology, politics, culture, and global affairs. It's time to build a stronger, more united democracy with the civil exchange of ideas. Be open-minded. Be curious. Be ready to listen. Join us in being Open to Debate. (Formerly Intelligence Squared U.S.) more

Unfiltered, uncompromising, unexpected The Focus Group is a look into what the average voter thinks about politics, policy, and current events. Sarah Longwell, publisher of The Bulwark, has conducted hundreds of hours of focus groups all across the country. She and a series of special guests will take you behind the glass to hear what real focus group participants have to say. more

Congressional Dish is a twice-monthly podcast that aims to draw attention to where the American people truly have power: Congress. From the perspective of a fed up taxpayer with no allegiance to any political party, Jennifer Briney will fill you in on the must-know information about what our representatives do AFTER the elections and how their actions can and will affect our day to day lives. more

Beg to Differ is a weekly roundtable podcast brought to you by TheBulwark . Host Mona Charen is joined by Linda Chavez of the Niskanen Center, Bill Galston of the Brookings Institution, and Damon Linker, who writes 'Notes from the Middleground,' to discuss the news of the week in a respectful, rational forum. more

In this show, Jody Avirgan, political historian Nicole Hemmer, and special guests rescue stories from the entirety of U.S. political history to map our journey through this era. Each episode takes one moment, big or small, from that day in the past and explores how it might inform our present and it does so in under ten minutes. more

From one the nation's most trusted public affairs radio hosts comes a new daily politics podcast that goes beyond the headlines and talking points. Through thoughtful conversations with leading journalists and key newsmakers, Brian Lehrer: A Daily Politics Podcast, helps listeners make sense of the day's news, offering crucial context and a clear-eyed assessment of the stakes at hand. When news is made by the minute and information overload is the norm, Lehrer is a sane guide in a frenetic world. Join us. Produced by WNYC, home to other award-winning news podcasts including The Takeaway and New Yorker Radio Hour. The episodes of Impeachment: A Daily Podcast, that were formerly found at this feed are archived online, at impeachmentpodcast.org more

Unbiased political analysis the way you wish still existed. Justin Robert Young isn't here to tell you what to think, he's here to tell you who is going to win and why. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

The Politics Guys is an independent, bipartisan, ideologically diverse American politics and policy podcast hosted by experts: political scientists, law professors, practicing attorneys, and former government officials. Our mission is to give listeners a much-needed break from conservative and liberal echo chambers through civil, rational, and evidence-based discussion of American politics and policy from multiple perspectives. In addition to our weekly news discussion, we feature regular interviews with leading figures from across the ideological spectrum. more

Independent Americans is a weekly news show hosted by Paul Rieckhoff. He's a fighter, a patriot, and an independent political and media force to be reckoned with. After serving as a soldier in Iraq in 2004, Rieckhoff emerged as one of the most dynamic political and social leaders in America. In every episode, he breaks down the most important issues facing our country. And he interviews the most influential and compelling people. He's taking on Republicans, Democrats—and everyone in between. If you're in the angry middle, Independent Americans reminds you that you're not alone. We're all in this together. Join the Independent Americans movement and subscribe now. Produced by Righteous Media. more

Journalists, analysts, and newsmakers join host Ken Rudin to talk news, history, ScuttleButton puzzles, and bad jokes on this weekly review of U.S. politics. more

The Federal Newscast is a daily compilation of the stories Federal News Radio Producer Eric White reads on Federal Drive with Tom Temin. Listen to the newscast or read the stories each weekday morning. more

Two men who've been at the heart of the political world - former Downing Street Director of Communications and Strategy Alastair Campbell and cabinet minister Rory Stewart join forces from across the political divide. The Rest Is Politics lifts the lid on the secrets of Westminster, offering an insider's view on politics at home and abroad, while bringing back the lost art of disagreeing agreeably. more

Independent, non-partisan politics news where you'll hear the best arguments from across the political spectrum on the news of the day. Plus, fascinating interviews with people in the political world. Check out our newsletter: https://www.readtangle.com/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

A discussion of current events without screaming or name calling!

The Munk Debates podcast is an extension of the main stage events - in subject, speaker selection, tone and format. It will introduce the iconic brand - and its engaging debates about significant issues of our time. Audiences will hear strong and passionate arguments from both sides of an issue so they will have enough information to make up their own minds about where they stand. more

The Democracy Works podcast seeks to answer that question by examining a different aspect of democratic life each week — from voting to criminal justice to the free press and everything in between. We interview experts who study democracy, as well as people who are out there doing the hard work of democracy day in and day out. more

'Can We Please Talk?' is a news commentary podcast hosted by Mike Leon with co-host Nick Zaveri. Each week, Mike & Nick break down topics making headlines, featuring award-winning journalists, correspondents, former & current government officials, historians, best-selling authors & more to provide expert analysis & informed perspective. 'We talk to people who know what they're TALKING about!' Learn more at - https://www.leonmedianetwork.com/Follow us on IG - @canwepleasetalkpodcast, Twitter -@CANWEPLEASTALK, TikTok - @canwepleasetalkpodcastEmail us at canwepleasetalkpodcast@gmail.com if you have questions, comments, concerns, or, you know, just want to talk!Show theme song performed by the band 'Leaving Largo'Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/can-we-please-talk. Become a member at https://plus.acast.com/s/can-we-please-talk. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

The future of democracy is uncertain, but we are committed to its urgent renewal today. This podcast will draw on historical knowledge to inspire a contemporary democratic renaissance. Their goal is to advance democratic change, one show at a time. Dr. Jeremi Suri, a renowned scholar of democracy, will host the podcast and moderate discussions. more

The Commonwealth Club of California is the nation's largest public affairs forum. The nonpartisan and nonprofit Club produces and distributes programs featuring diverse viewpoints from thought leaders on important topics. The Club's weekly radio broadcast the oldest in the U.S., since 1924 is carried on hundreds of stations. Our website features audio and video of our programs. more

With all the noise created by a 24/7 news cycle, it can be hard to really grasp what's going on in politics today. We provide a fresh perspective on the biggest political stories not through opinion and anecdotes, but rigorous scholarship, massive data sets and a deep knowledge of theory. Understand the political science beyond the headlines with Harris School of Public Policy Professors William Howell, Anthony Fowler and Wioletta Dziuda. Our show is part of the University of Chicago Podcast Network. more

Featuring interviews with GAO officials on significant issues and new reports, the Watchdog Report is recorded, hosted, and produced by GAO staff. more

Politics and Religion. We're not supposed to talk about that, right? Wrong! We only say that nowadays because the loudest, most extreme voices have taken over the whole conversation. Well, we're taking some of that space back! If you're dying for some dialogue instead of all the yelling; if you know it's okay to have differences without having to hate each other; if you believe politics and religion are too important to let 'the screamers' drown out the rest of us and would love some engaging, provocative and fun conversations about this stuff, then 'Talkin' Politics & Religion Without Killin' Each Other' is for you! more

Call It Like I See It proves that news and social commentary does not have to be manipulative or sensationalist to be interesting, and you can join hosts James Keys and Tunde Ogunlana as they take a weekly look at notable news stories or products of our culture and break down what they see. more

The Niskanen Center's The Science of Politics podcast features up-and-coming researchers delivering fresh insights on the big trends driving American politics today. Get beyond punditry to a data-driven understanding of today's Washington with host and political scientist Matt Grossmann. Each 30-45-minute episode covers two new cutting-edge studies and interviews with two researchers more

Liberal Bill Scher and conservative Matt Lewis meet in the rancor-free DMZ to hash out the week's political events. more

Political pollster Zac McCrary interviews interesting people who work in and around the political industry. Guests come from a multitude of backgrounds and specialties within the political industry, and span the partisan spectrum. This is not a podcast for partisan squabbling or punditry about the latest issue in DC - it is hearing directly from successful people in the industry...their stories, experiences, and advice. This is a podcast for anyone who works in politics, hopes to work in politics, or wants to get up close to see how things really work in the world of professional politics. more

Alex Kopytko is a 'radical centrist' that wants to understand the extremes. He is concerned about where the United States is headed and through conversations with people from all sides of the political spectrum, he wants to know how Americans can limit the tribalism that is flourishing. As someone that dances along the center-right of the political spectrum, Alex thinks the country needs to come together and talk to one another before it could be too late. This podcast covers domestic politics, as well as political philosophy, and international issues. more

Beyond the Beltway is now available as a podcast! Beyond the Beltway Podcast Analysis of national politics, featuring occasional injections of rumor and innuendo, all offered up by our panel of political insiders, pundits, power brokers, public servants, and, most importantly, plain-speaking Americans from coast-to-coast. more

At the USC Dornsife Center for the Political Future, we bring together top Republicans and Democrats to transcend partisan divisions and explore solutions to our most pressing national and global challenges. Join veteran strategists Bob Shrum and Mike Murphy along with other Center staff and major voices in the Bully Pulpit for fun conversations that advance civil dialogue and practical politics. more

A nonpartisan take on the youngest members of Congress and where they stand on the issues that matter most. Grab a drink, an app, or a friend, and join us. more

Nonpartisan information for voting and civic engagement from the League of Women Voters of Portland. Oregon voters, educators, and interested community members can listen to nonpartisan candidate and ballot measure forums, candidate interviews, and information about how governmental and nongovernmental organizations are addressing important community issues. more

Moderate Party is a political podcast for Moderates, Centrists, and Independents. Each week, Hillari Lombard will be joined by conservatives, liberals, politicians, journalists, activists, educators, and any one else with a good idea on how to improve our Country. She will take an honest look at the week's news and have inspiring conversations with top political thinkers — all while trying to add some energy to the Moderate Movement more

Politics isn't always black and white. Dr. Bill Muck and Dr. Phil Barker, professors of political science and longtime friends, talk through the week's news and discuss how political science might help make sense of things. In The Politics Lab, we put politics under the microscope. more

Official podcast for climate heroes from Citizens\' Climate Lobby. We\'re creating the political will for a livable world. more

Since its origins, democracy has been a work in progress. Today, many question its resilience. How to Fix Democracy, a collaboration of the Bertelsmann Foundation and Humanity in Action explores practical solutions for how to address the increasing threats democracy faces. Host Andrew Keen interviews prominent international thinkers and practitioners of democracy. Their conversations are designed to provoke discussion and curiosity about the state and future of democracy across the globe. more

Making sense of the post-Trump political landscape Both the Republican and Democratic parties are struggling to defend the political center against illiberal extremes. America must put forward policies that can reverse our political and governmental dysfunction, advance the social welfare of all citizens, combat climate change, and confront the other forces that threaten our common interests.The podcast focuses on current politics seen in the context of our nation's history and the personal biographies of the participants. more

Digital Politics with Karen Jagoda is a non-partisan podcast featuring thought leaders and industry pioneers with insights about innovative approaches to political campaigns, voter engagement, mobilization, fundraising, persuasion, and GOTV. Topics include the power of mobile devices, leveraging social networks, message testing and targeting, cross-media advertising, grassroots organizing, and big data. more

Far left. Far right. Conservative. Liberal. Republican. Democrat. Can't fully relate? Me either. But nearly all public discourse and media is centered upon the views share by one of the two political parties - and often those shouting the loudest from the extremes of both sides. This isn't just a political podcast. It's a podcast on life and society, with politics mixed in. But from a viewpoint we do not hear enough from - the middle. more

In this unique civics podcast, discover how the principles of George Washington's Farewell Address (patriotism, civility, faith, education, national unity, and fiscal responsibility) apply to politics and culture today! Sherman Tylawsky is an aspiring statesman who grew up learning U.S. history and politics inside and outside of the classroom. Hear fascinating stories and discussions about civics, culture, history and politics that any America-loving listener from across the planet can enjoy!This non-partisan podcast is a remarkable mix of solo shows, interviews and special guests that gives you a great boost of freedom! New episodes on the first two Mondays of each month! more

A state politics explainer for a changing Virginia

Join the Ranked Choice Voting Resource Center for our monthly podcast, where we cover ranked choice voting election administration topics ranging from drafting legislation to election certification. We'll have brief interviews with team members of the Ranked Choice Voting Resource Center, election administrators who have run RCV elections, and more, to tell us about the resources available through the RCVRC and best practices learned from running RCV elections. more

Join the team behind the @SimplePolitics Instagram account, Tatton, and Diane, together with host Kobi (@kobestarr) as they reflect on the last week's political landscape in the simplest way possible.Who we areSimple Politics does things differently. We exist to help you have better conversations about the issues and the changes that matter. We do so by being clear, accurate and impartial. Also, light-hearted, engaging and occasionally (but not as often as we think) amusing.It's not just about understanding the facts and the topics themselves but also looking at why different people hold the opinions they do. Those with whom you disagree aren't monsters. Understanding and respect are at the core of everything we do.Our core offering will always be free.Unfortunately, giving things away for free isn't a great business model. We've never been business people. But. We do need to make this work.We do so through our amazing supporters, who keep us going by buying stuff in our shop and making monthly donations. This podcast has been Produced by Stripped Media and edited by Maddy SearleIf you want to know more about this podcast and others produced by Stripped Media please visit www.Stripped.media or email Producers@Stripped.Media to find out! SP Podcast more

Village SquareCast is the podcast your mother warned you about. We talk politics, religion and race — across color, creed and ideology — and we do it like the partners in democracy that we really ought to be. At The Village Square, we've had hundreds of conversations with tens of thousands of people — and now we bring you our favorites of these conversations via podcast. We talk in bars, we talk in churches, we talk across a hundred continuous tables in the middle of a street downtown. And through all this talking, we've discovered something truly remarkable — people are hard to hate close up.Oh, and we really think civics ought not to be boring. We hope you'll join us. more

Co-hosts Brianna Lennon, county clerk in Boone County, Missouri and Eric Fey, director of elections in St. Louis County, Missouri, talk to subject-matter elections experts and local election administrators to ask the questions that are most meaningful to their work and talk with colleagues about how to best approach issues like voter education, cybersecurity, and integrity. more

The podcast dedicated to making sense of the budget, spending, and tax issues facing the nation. Cut through the partisan rhetoric and talking points for the facts about what's being talked about, bandied about, and pushed in Washington. Budget Watchdog AF is brought to you by Taxpayers for Common Sense. more

Pragmatism is Patriotism. The goal of Practically Political is to engage and motivate citizens who are fact- and issue-oriented, invite conversation, respect differences of opinion, believe in compromise and put sound policy before partisanship. Whether you're a Republican, Democrat or Independent, if your bottom line is to get our government working again to serve the best interests of all Americans, then please join us in making our voices heard. This is not the time to give into hopelessness, anger or despair; it's a critical opportunity to redefine what democracy really means. more

The Inside Elections Podcast analyzes elections in a nonpartisan, data-driven, and accessible way.Inside Elections provides nonpartisan analysis of congressional, presidential, and gubernatorial races. With a combination of reporting and data, we break down the key races and bring valuable context to complex elections. more

Conservative Matt Lewis and liberal Bill Scher talk politics and stay friends.

The UC Public Policy Channel provides a platform for policy-makers, policy critics, and innovative policy thinkers gathered by the Goldman School of Public Policy at UC Berkeley to speak the truth clearly, convincingly, and constructively in pursuit of solutions for the good of all. more

The UC Public Policy Channel provides a platform for policy-makers, policy critics, and innovative policy thinkers gathered by the Goldman School of Public Policy at UC Berkeley to speak the truth clearly, convincingly, and constructively in pursuit of solutions for the good of all. Visit: uctv.tv/public-policy more

Sawa ka na ba sa mga mema at hirit na pa-cute lang? Kung ganoon, dito ka na sa mainit at makabuluhang pagtalakay ng mahahalagang isyu sa bansa kasama ang lodi nating si Ted Failon! Pakikinggan at hihimayin niyang mabuti ang pananaw ng magkabilang panig para mas malinawan ang taumbayan. Kaya guys, kinig na! Manong Ted is in the house! more

The Joint State Government Commission (JSGC) is the primary non-partisan public policy and statutory research organization that serves the Pennsylvania General Assembly. We issue reports on a wide variety of public policy topics. Our episodes feature staff discussions highlighting recently released reports. more

Finding Common Battle Grounds is an attempt by two brothers - one conservative, the other progressive - to have civil conversations about politics, with a little help from their friends. more

The Capps Center at UCSB presents public lectures that seek to advance discussion of issues related to ethics, values and public life, and to encourage non-partisan, non-sectarian civic participation. more

A Centrist Publication Creating Civil Conversation.

Tim Talks Politics curates high-quality information from across the political spectrum to help you accomplish three things: 1. Understand the whys and hows of government process and policy 2. Become a better political conversationalist3. And most importantly - build a better political culture through a deeply informed, locally engaged and relationally charitable citizenshipThe goal of this podcast is information and education, not opinion and hot takes. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/timtalkspolitics/support more

Sphere, a collaboration between the Cato Institute and the Brookings Institution, is an online debate series designed to create the gold standard for civil discussions of policy issues and political philosophy based on common values and shared objectives.  more

PolEdu bietet seit 2019 jungen Menschen eine parteiunabhängige politische Bildung, kontroversen Diskurs und das Ausbrechen aus gewohnten Meinungsblasen. Gerade in Zeiten von Fake News und einer verrohenden Diskussionskultur sind wir der Meinung: Es ist mehr denn je notwendig, einander zuzuhören und miteinander zu reden! Bei unseren Diskussionsveranstaltungen durften wir u.a. bereits Gäste wie Brigitte Bierlein, Christian Kern, Karin Kneissl, Michael Spindelegger, Armin Wolf, Florian Scheuba, Ingrid Thurnher und viele andere mehr begrüßen. more