Best 100 Political News Podcasts

This is what the news should sound like. The biggest stories of our time, told by the best journalists in the world. Hosted by Michael Barbaro and Sabrina Tavernise. Twenty minutes a day, five days a week, ready by 6 a.m. 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. Listen to this podcast in New York Times Audio, our new iOS app for news subscribers. Download now at nytimes.com/audioapp more

Four former aides to President Obama—Jon Favreau, Jon Lovett, Dan Pfeiffer and Tommy Vietor—are joined by journalists, politicians, activists, and more for a no-b******t conversation about politics. more

He's a former Secret Service Agent, former NYPD officer, and New York Times best-selling author. Join Dan Bongino each weekday as he tackles the hottest political issues, debunking both liberal and Republican establishment rhetoric. more

NPR's Up First is the news you need to start your day. The biggest stories and ideas from politics to pop culture in 10 minutes. Hosted by Rachel Martin, David Greene, and Steve Inskeep, with reporting and analysis from NPR News. more

Join Senator Ted Cruz and co-host Ben Ferguson as they break down the most important news stories of the day and reveal what they mean for you. On 'Verdict with Ted Cruz,' you will go behind the scenes of the political debates that define our country. more

Rachel Maddow works with unmatched rigor and resolve to explain our complex world and deliver news in a way that's illuminating and dynamic, connecting the dots to make sense of complex issues. Join her every weeknight as she provides in-depth reporting to illuminate the current state of political affairs and reveals the importance of transparency and accountability from our leaders. more

Every weekday, NPR's best political reporters are there to explain the big news coming out of Washington and the campaign trail. They don't just tell you what happened. They tell you why it matters. Every afternoon.Political wonks - get wonkier with The NPR Politics Podcast . Your subscription supports the podcast and unlocks a sponsor-free feed. more

Nate Silver and the FiveThirtyEight team cover the latest in politics, tracking the issues and game-changers every week. more

Politics in America is transforming. We're embarking on a new series to deepen our understanding of who we are, how we got here, and how we rebuild without repeating the mistakes of the past. Ron Steslow hosts academics, behavioral economists, social psychologists, politicos, philosophers, anthropologists, journalists, poets, and storytellers, and more to discuss America's political present and future and dive into the deeper problems we face as a nation.New episodes Wednesdays and Fridays. more

Download and watch full episodes of Real Time with Bill Maher including his New Rules and Overtime segments with his guest panelists. New episodes of Real Time with Bill Maher air Fridays at 10, only on HBO. more

Through her unique approach to storytelling, Rachel Maddow provides in-depth reporting to illuminate the current state of political affairs and reveals the importance of transparency and accountability from our leaders. Maddow works with unmatched rigor and resolve to explain our complex world and deliver news in a way that's illuminating and dynamic, connecting the dots to make sense of complex issues. Maddow also conducts thoughtful interviews with individuals at the center of current news stories to provide important perspective. more

What A Day cuts through all the chaos and crimes to help you understand what matters and how you can fix it—all in just 20 minutes. Hosts Tre'vell Anderson, Priyanka Aribindi, Josie Duffy Rice, and Juanita Tolliver break down the biggest news of the day, share important stories you may have missed, and show you what 'Fox & Friends' would sound like if it were hosted by people whose parents read to them as children. New episodes Monday through Friday at 5 a.m. EST. more

Principled conservatism with a snarky twist served up daily.

Breaking Points is a fearless anti-establishment multi-week Youtube and Podcast which holds the powerful to account hosted by Krystal Ball and Saagar Enjeti more

The Gabfest, featuring Emily Bazelon, John Dickerson, and David Plotz, is the kind of informal and irreverent discussion Washington journalists have after hours over drinks. Listen for the debates, stay for the cocktail chatter. more

Blunt truth and dark humor for a world in chaos. A Daily Beast podcast hosted by Danielle Moodie & Andy Levy. Tune in every Tuesday, Friday and Sunday. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

Join Joe Scarborough, Mika Brzezinski, and Willie Geist, for in-depth and informed discussions that help drive the day's political conversation. Top newsmakers, Washington insiders, journalists, and cultural influencers, come together on Morning Joe for unparalleled insight and analysis around the day's biggest stories. more

When David Axelrod, Mike Murphy and Robert Gibbs get together to talk politics, it's not academic. They speak from the perspective gained through hundreds of campaigns for offices from City Hall to the White House. So if you want to know what's really going on behind the scenes, where strategic decisions are being made, pull up a stool for Hacks on Tap. Incisive, sometimes uproarious and always entertaining, these political warhorses and their guests will give you insights you'll only get from folks who have spent a lifetime in the political trenches of both parties. more

Ben, Brett and Jordy Meiselas are three brothers with very unique backgrounds! Ben is a top lawyer and Colin Kaepernick's business partner. Brett is a two-time Emmy award winning video editor from the world of film and television. Jordy, the fan favorite, was an award-winning advertising executive in New York. The MeidasTouch Podcast combines brotherly love, comedy, news coverage, and deep discussions about supporting our democracy and is the go-to destination for top political leaders who view the podcast as a pivotal stop for their interviews. 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

Award-winning investigative journalist John Solomon, who helped unravel the bogus Russia collusion scandal, gives you his exclusive reporting and big newsmaker interviews every Tuesday and Thursday. To get the unvarnished truth about what's going on in Washington, subscribe today to John Solomon Reports. more

No Lie covers the most important and breaking political stories of the week, hosted by progressive commentator Brian Tyler Cohen. He sits down with major players in the world of politics, bringing you right into the heart of the action. No bad faith talking points, no disinformation, and no lies. more

Drawing upon his experience as a former chief of staff on the Senate Finance Committee and as an Emmy-winning executive producer and writer of The West Wing, Lawrence O Donnell examines the compelling and impactful political stories of the day. Join him every weeknight. more

Democracy Now! is an independent daily TV & radio news program, hosted by award-winning journalists Amy Goodman and Juan González. They provide daily global news headlines, in-depth interviews and investigative reports without any advertisements or government funding. Their programming shines a spotlight on corporate and government abuses of power and lifts up the stories of ordinary people working to make a change in extraordinary times. 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 real events of the world are out there, but it all depends on who you listen to. Human Events Daily with Jack Posobiec is bringing you the unfiltered and factual updates on how current events will impact our country today and in the future. This show is breaking the news that the biased mainstream media can't handle. more

Drawing on years of experience as communications chief for President George W. Bush and senior advisor for the McCain-Palin campaign, Nicolle Wallace provides political insight and clarity on where the decision-makers stand on complex issues. Join her for analysis and discussion with the key newsmakers every weekday. more

The hosts of NPR's All Things Considered help you make sense of a major news story and what it means for you, in 15 minutes. New episodes six days a week, Sunday through Friday. more

Post Reports is the daily podcast from The Washington Post. Unparalleled reporting. Expert insight. Clear analysis. Everything you have come to expect from the newsroom of The Post. For your ears. Martine Powers is your host, asking the questions you did not know you wanted to be answered. more

The biggest news and political stories of the day with a commitment to in-depth reporting that consistently seeks to hold our leaders accountable. 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

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

Hosted by award-winning journalist Tom Ashbrook, On Point is broadcast for two hours daily across the country on NPR. The show's lively conversation covers everything from breaking news to ancient poetry and features writers, politicians, journalists, artists, scientists and ordinary citizens from around the world. more

Ari Melber delivers the biggest political and news stories of the day, with interviews and original reporting from around the nation. An Emmy-winning journalist, attorney and former Senate staffer, Melber cuts through the spin and the noise to tell you what's really happening. Real news, every night. more

NBC News Meet the Press is the longest-running television show in history, celebrating its 70th anniversary. If it is Sunday, it is Meet the Press with Chuck Todd. more

Anderson Cooper brings you highlights from CNN's premier nightly news program AC360.

Each morning, multi-platform sports personality Clay Travis shares his informed, outspoken, fearless and often funny commentary on the latest sports headlines, as well as pop culture commentary, interviews and listener interaction. more

An early look at the stories that will drive tomorrow's conversation.

Entertaining Daily Politics, Award Winning Long-Form Interviews and Irreverent, Independent Analysis.

News And Views(Audio)

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

Master political strategist James Carville and revered journalist Al Hunt convene a war room each week to discuss the battle for the soul of the nation!  Join them as they gather the sharpest minds from across the country to see who has the most compelling case for the American people on the issues that matter most. more

Each morning, the President of the United States receives a highly classified briefing on the most important issues facing the country -- The President's Daily Brief. Now you can hear your very own PDB, in the form of a podcast, every morning at 6am Eastern, and every afternoon at 4pm Eastern. You'll get 20 minutes of the most important topics of the day and why you should care, arming you with what you need to know to help solve America's most pressing challenges. Former CIA Operations Officer Mike Baker hosts new episodes daily. more

Does Donald Trump make you want to drink and swear? A LOT? You're in luck! Introducing America's original Sexy Liberal and host of the nationally syndicated Stephanie Miller Show, now in podcast form! Yes, it's Stephanie Miller's Happy Hour Podcast, where you can hang out with Steph and her celebrity and comedian friends for a wild, raunchy, uncensored ride through politics and pop culture. more

Chuck Todd at his best unscripted, informed and focused on what matters in the 2020 presidential race. Join Chuck each Wednesday as he talks with top reporters from the nation's capital, plus exclusive sit-down interviews and on-the-ground dispatches from across the campaign trail. more

Cuomo Prime Time with Chris Cuomo gets after it with newsmakers in Washington and around the world through in-depth, one-on-one interviews and analysis of the latest breaking news. more

The Realignment

The FOX News Rundown is the place to find in-depth reporting on the news that impacts you. Each morning, Mike Emanuel, Dave Anthony, Lisa Brady, Jessica Rosenthal, and Chris Foster take a deep dive into the major and controversial stories of the day, tapping into the massive reporting resources of FOX News to provide a full picture of the news. Plus, every night, The FOX News Rundown: Evening Edition brings you even more coverage of the day's biggest stories and on the weekend, you'll hear everything that's going on in the beltway with The FOX News Rundown: From Washington and special uncut, unedited interviews with The FOX News Rundown: Extra. Each day The FOX News Rundown features insight from top newsmakers, along with FOX News reporters and contributors, plus a daily commentary on a significant issue of the day. Check us out twice a day, every day. more

John Catsimatidis hosts 'Cats at Night', new episodes every Wednesday evening.

Staying informed doesn't have to be painful. In this daily news and politics podcast presented by Betches Media and hosted by Amanda Duberman, co-hosts Sami Sage, Alise Morales, Bryan Russell Smith, and Kaitlin Byrd run through the day's wildest headlines with accessible analysis and commentary you will actually relate to. Daily episodes bring fact-based news delivered with humor plus interviews with members of Congress, candidates, activists, comedians, and political experts to discuss WTF is going on and how we're all getting through it. more

Comedian Cody Johnston hosts this always fair, always well-researched, but most importantly, always entertaining take on the topical news of the week. Every Tuesday, Some More News dives into the world's weekly events with a mix of wit, dread, hope and compassion. Since the news cycle never stops spinning, Johnston returns every Friday for Even More News, co-hosted by Katy Stoll. Together, they present an informative and comedic spin on the viewers' frustrations with the news that week. 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

Michael Cohen and Ben Meiselas discuss the latest legal developments surrounding the prosecution of Donald Trump and more. more

CNN's lead DC anchor and chief Washington correspondent, Jake Tapper, hosts this two-hour long weekday afternoon program, with headlines from around the country and the world, the top stories in national and international news, politics, health, money, the environment, sports and popular culture. more

Talking Points Memo editor and publisher Josh Marshall provides insight into the big political stories of the day. Joined by TPM staffers and special guests, the Josh Marshall Podcast is your companion for making sense of the Trump era. more

We are NewsTalk STL. A radio station was built in St. Louis, for St. Louis. We give you all the latest news, plus some analysis and opinion through a conservative and libertarian lens. Welcome home, St. Louis. more

Morning Announcements is a daily show brought to you by the Betches Sup, here to help you make sense of the world in the wake of 2020's chaos. Every morning, Betches co-founder and host Sami Sage gives you quick daily updates with the most important info you need to know about politics and current events. more

Puck senior political correspondent Tara Palmeri is here to help you get through what may be the most chaotic and consequential presidential election cycle of our lifetime. With 15 years covering politics, Tara speaks with the smartest political brains to discuss what is happening behind the scenes in Washington D.C., and on the campaign trail. more

'This Week with George Stephanopoulos' is ABC News' pre-eminent Sunday morning discussion program, featuring newsmaker interviews and panel discussions and debates on a wide range of global issues and commentary, putting into unique perspective the preceding week's news, and often setting the stage for the week ahead. 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

Sarah Longwell, Tim Miller, and Jonathan V. Last bring their signature political insight and banter to the masses in The Next Level podcast. Tune in to hear them discuss the news of the week, breakdown campaigns and elections, and wade into pop culture feuds. more

Welcome to Playbook Deep Dive, the stories behind the power. From Congress and the White House to bar stools and back rooms, POLITICO Playbook's Ryan Lizza brings you interviews with the most compelling and important figures who explain what's really going on in Washington. more

Join Matt Chorley as he guides you through what really matters in British politics. Formerly the Red Box podcast, he brings together the best interviews, smartest analysis and funniest panel discussions from his Times Radio show, Politics Without The Boring Bits.Listen live on DAB, smart speaker or app 10am-1pm Monday to Friday. If you like what you hear, then read more at http://www.thetimes.co.uk/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. more

Host Marco Werman and his team of producers bring you the world's most interesting stories that remind us just how small our planet is. PRI's The World, the radio program, is heard every weekday on over 300 public stations across North America. more

Complete replay of Newsmax Radio's nationally syndicated 'Rob Carson Show' on talk radio. The Rob Carson Show is a humorous and insightful discussion of politics, news and culture. The show features top notch guests, commentary and parody. Carson wrote comedy for The Rush Limbaugh Show for over 20 years and like Rush, has a background in music radio so he is focused on entertaining as well as informing his audience. more

Hosted by CNN's Jake Tapper and Dana Bash, State of the Union features interviews with top newsmakers on politics and policy covering Washington, the country, and the world. more

Amanpour is CNN International's flagship global affairs interview program hosted by Chief International Correspondent Christiane Amanpour. more

The Situation Room with Wolf Blitzer: The command center for breaking news, politics and extraordinary reports from around the world. more

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Listen to Mark Shields and David Brooks analyze the political news of the week. Posted each Friday by 9 p.m., the Shields and Brooks podcast includes the full audio of every on-air segment. more

Listen to all of the PBS NewsHour's coverage of U.S. politics, from Yamiche Alcindor's reports from the White House, to Lisa Desjardins on Capitol Hill, to our weekly analysis and discussions from David Brooks, Mark Shields, Amy Walter and Tamara Keith. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders more

Erin Burnet OutFront: Out in the field. In front of the headlines. A courageous and unconventional nightly news program. more

Ser Antagonista é fiscalizar o poder.Aqui você encontra, em nossos programas, bastidores do poder, análises exclusivas e conteúdo de qualidade que propiciam o aprofundamento e a reflexão. more

NewsRadio 740 KTRH is Houston's Local and National News, Weather and Traffic station. This channel is dedicated to keeping you up-to-date with our top news stories throughout the day. 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

Howie Kurtz picks five stories from the most important, to the most entertaining, to the buzziest. And, he will sound off on what they tell us about the media culture: Are they fair, fascinating, or a flop? more

Join hosts Jim Braude and Margery Eagan for a smart local conversation with leaders and thinkers shaping Boston and New England. We feature our favorite conversation from each show. more

The UK's flagship daily news podcast from the BBC, Newscast dives into the day's big stories so you're never out of your depth. Newscast picks the brains of BBC News experts so you're ready if someone picks yours, covering the latest developments in politics in Westminster and beyond, what the cost of living means for the money in your pocket, and the impact of climate change. more

Alex Wagner brings an enormous breadth of reporting experience to her new show, where she'll cover news of the day, politics, and the cultural trends shaping our country and ourselves, leaving viewers with a better understanding of what's happening in the world. 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

The latest updates on breaking news and events provided by CNN. CNN Digital is the world leader in online news and information and seeks to inform, engage and empower the world. more

Weekday mornings, The Daily Punch brings you inside Capitol Hill, the White House and Washington for an unfiltered look at the key players and stakes of all major issues of the day. People. Power. Politics. Hosted by Punchbowl News founders, journalists, and best-selling authors Anna Palmer and Jake Sherman. Powered by Punchbowl News. Produced by Cadence13. ​ more

During this age of misinformation, journalist Anthony Davis and former Federal Prosecutor Ron Filipkowski expose the extremist propaganda spread via hidden right-wing media, responsible for Republican voter brainwashing. more

CBS News' Chief Washington correspondent Major Garrett hosts The Takeout, your weekly dive into politics, policy, and pop culture. more

Join Bret Baier - Host of Special Report on The FOX News Channel - twice weekly for The Bret Baier Podcast. Every Tuesday, listen to the All-Star Panel where Bret focuses on the most important topics on the minds of Americans. Bret is joined each week by a rotating all-star panel of experts to discuss the policies, practices, and solutions to the biggest issues of the day. Every Thursday on Common Ground, Bret sits down with lawmakers, business leaders, and public figures from different perspectives coming together to discuss issues of the day and how Americans can find common ground in a polarized world. more

Catch up on the biggest stories of the day from Washington with interviews and analysis from leading journalists. Posted weekdays at 6:30 pm ET. From C-SPAN, the network that brings you the 'Q&A' podcast. more

Each weekday, Dana Bash and a panel of well-sourced reporters bring you the most important political stories of the day. On the weekend, Manu Raju kicks off CNN's Sunday morning political programming with Inside Politics Sunday. Dana and Manu get answers from the people making headlines, explain the political stories that matter, and report on how the news will impact you. 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

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Background Briefing goes far beyond the headlines and deep under the radar to bring forward truths unheard elsewhere in American media. Background Briefing features international and national news, expert guests, policymakers, and critics offering analysis and insight on national security, foreign and domestic policy, political, cultural, and social issues. backgroundbriefing.org/donate twitter.com/ianmastersmedia facebook.com/ianmastersmedia more

Jen Psaki draws on her 20 years with a seat at the table from the campaign bus to the Oval Office to tackle the most pressing issues of the week, interview the biggest names in politics, and pull back the curtain on the lives of the people shaping every aspect of American life. more

The best analysis of the Irish political scene featuring Irish Times journalists, political thinkers and the occasional politician. Hosted by Arts & Culture Editor Hugh Linehan. more

MSNBC anchor Ali Velshi brings his sharp analysis and perspective to weekend mornings.

'Way Too Early' covers both the day's inside-the-beltway political news as well as the critical stories shaping the national conversation leading into 'Morning Joe.' more

The political news you need to know, in 10 minutes or less. CNN Political Director David Chalian shares the latest insider analysis so you can make sense of the headlines. more

POLITICO Playbook's must-listen briefing on what's driving the day in Washington.