Best 100 Political Podcasts

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

We cover emerging and prominent trends in political risk analysis. Run by international, fresh perspectives, we explore the landscape-changing developments needed in the business, civic, and governmental arenas.London Politica is a unique political risk advisory run by international, fresh perspectives. Rooted in the London School of Economics, we have access to some of the world's best talent, tools, and talks. 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

Welcome to The A Level Politics Show, your one-stop shop for revision. We focus on UK and US politics and examine political ideologies, including liberalism, socialism, conservatism, and feminism. While this show is geared towards A-level politics students, it will also appeal to anyone interested in current affairs. Enjoy! Oh, and if you do, try subscribing to The A Level Politics Show PLUS PLUS PLUS, which gives you TWO additional podcasts each month, and access to the full back catalogue. more

Join listeners from around the country as we sit down with key political stakeholders in the Keystone State. Whether you're retired in Scranton, a student in Philadelphia, out for your morning walk in Erie, sitting in traffic commuting into Pittsburgh or you are thousands of miles away and just curious about Pennsylvania politics, we welcome every listener to the kitchen table. more

A podcast looking at Left politics in Ireland from the Irish Left Archive. We talk to activists, writers, historians, politicians, and others involved in Left organizations and movements about their experiences of participating in Left parties and campaigns; Left publications and political documents they've been involved in; and the history and development of progressive politics in Ireland. We also look at the role of the Irish Left Archive and similar informal projects. The podcast is hosted by Ciarán Swan and Aonghus Storey. more

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

Paul Hodes is a former New Hampshire Congressman and National Co-Chair of Barack Obama's 2008 campaign. Matt Robison is a former senior congressional staffer and campaign manager. They host 'Beyond Politics,' a show that goes beyond the usual week-to-week news and political chatter, and examines the deeper issues driving American politics through interviews with senior insiders from government, universities, and political campaigns. more

A weekly podcast where the dark, and sometimes weird, true stories in American politics are discussed.

Analysis and commentary on Michigan politics from former Democratic Party chair Mark Brewer and former Republican Party executive director Jeff Timmer. more

Politics chat with the latest goings on at Holyrood and Westminster through the eyes of BBC Scotland journalists. more

In Jiu-Jitsu Red to Blue, recovering political journalist Tish Durkin flips MAGA right back on its boasts about itself, evaluating one Republican claim to fame per episode. Largely setting aside the (deservedly) hot topics that enflame our current politics LGBTQ rights; abortion rights; climate change; The Wall JiuJitsu Red to Blue measures TODAY'S Republicans by their own metrics. Without screeching or preaching, Durkin simply asks, Is the MAGA-MIRED GOP really tough on crime? Good for the economy? Notably proficient at non-sex education? Take a breath and listen in to hear more. more

Every weekday the TLDR Team breaks down the latest news. From stories, you've seen plastered across Twitter but don't quite understand to the ones that might have slipped under the radar. more

American Political Paradise is a podcast about politics and how it impacts everyone from myself to you to the government. However, this podcast will feature episodes on many different aspects of American Federal government as we know today. This will also spread the accurate news and political information or news stories relating to American Politics. The goal is to keep you informed on the latest scandals, stories, and events within U.S. Politics accordingly to factual sources. more

Weekly updates from Mike Mulcahy and the Minnesota Public Radio newsroom staff covering politics in Minnesota.

Political reporter Ian Donnis moderates a spirited discussion on local politics, heard every Friday morning during Morning Edition on The Public's Radio more

'New York NOW' is New York State's Emmy Award-winning, in-depth public affairs program, featuring news, interviews and analysis from the Capitol in Albany. Each week, 'New York NOW' probes politicians, civil servants, journalists and others to examine the impact of public policy on residents of the Empire State. more

Get real, fact-based news on the new Politically Georgia podcast from The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. The podcast is hosted by Georgia's best political team with Greg Bluestein, Patricia Murphy and now featuring Tia Mitchell from Washington and broadcast hall of famer Bill Nigut. Our journalists provide in-depth reporting and analysis from the nation's political battleground state. You can also listen live every Monday-Friday at 10 a.m. on 90.1 WABE. 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

'Campaign Beat', Montana Public Radio's weekly political analysis program is hosted by MTPR's Sally Mauk, with UM Political Science Professor Rob Saldin, and Lee Newspapers Reporter Holly Michels. more

Sharing Ideas Shaping Policy. The Institute of International and European Affairs is an independent policy research think-tank based in Dublin. more

Best-selling author and documentarian Dinesh D'Souza provides enlightened conversations about politics, history, philosophy, literature, and much more. more

Max McGuire and Josh Hammerling host 'The Right Guys', a conservative political podcast focusing on current events, political theory, history, and solutions to the problems facing the nation. more

Conservatives envy him and Liberals hate him. He hits every issue hard and with facts and if you aren't careful he can and will live rent free in your head! No holds barred and no punches pulled if you are on the wrong side of an issue he will call you out regardless of party affiliation. He is Grouchy Aka The Conservative Curmudgeon more

Light, humorous round table discussion of news and politics by real people across the political spectrum. A humorous round table discussion of news and politics by a gang of home-grown political activists spanning the ideological spectrum, it's a real debate podcast. 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

Friends. Allies. Americans. Folks taking small steps towards big change. The Defense of Democracy podcast tells their stories. Hosted by Karen Svoboda.Defense of Democracy is made up of people from all walks of life passionately committed to nonpartisanship. more

Dominic Carter is a New York based Political Newsman/Commentator for can also be heard daily on WABC Radio

NY1's Errol Louis has been interviewing powerful politicians and cultural icons for years, but it's when the TV cameras are turned off that things really get interesting. From career highlights, to personal moments, to stories that have never been told, join Errol each week for intimate conversations with the people who are shaping the future of New York and beyond. Listen to 'You Decide with Errol Louis' every Wednesday, wherever you listen to podcasts. 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

Tim Murtaugh, Sonny Joy Nelson & Hogan Gidley dissect the top stories of the day with humor, insight, and experience they gained while working at the highest level of American politics. more

Understand the political twists, historical context, and legal stakes of the impeachment inquiry into President Donald Trump. Each day, host Brian Lehrer, one of the country's most respected audio journalists, brings you conversations with the country's most important reporters and newsmakers as we try to make sense of it all, together. Impeachment is produced by WNYC. more

A short-form podcast from the host of Liberal Dan Radio talks from the left that's right.

The Daily Beans is a women-owned and operated progressive news podcast for your morning commute brought to you by the Webby award-winning hosts of Mueller, She Wrote, Allison Gill, and comedian/fund-raiser/activist Dana Goldberg. Get your social justice and political news with just the right amount of snark. more

Tired of the screaming rightwing maniacs on talk radio? You've found the right spot. APW will recap the top stories with the people who cover the news, offering unique insight and commentary you won't find elsewhere, and providing interviews with newsmakers from both sides of the aisle. more

Auspol Explained is an educational podcast aimed at helping you understand the Australian political system in an easy and simple way. It's also a Youtube series, so I occasionally say 'video' and 'watching.' Don't worry: it's designed to have all the factual information in the audio so you're still learning! more

The authoritative weekly US news and politics podcast from BBC News, Americast investigates the social and cultural issues that define America today more

Battleground America, hosted by Tara Servatius, dives deep into the critical 2020 Presidential election. This election could change the way Americans live forever. Who pulls the unseen strings? What's their agenda? How is our culture-shifting, who's shifting it, and why? How will it all play out? Battleground America is a must-listen with a daily synopsis of intel on American politics and culture, with unparalleled insight. Tara Servatius is the award-winning host of The Tara Show heard weekday mornings on 106.3 WORD/WYRD-FM in Greenville, South Carolina. more

Lights On! Jessica Denson is known for her pioneering legal work invalidating Trump's infamous and illegal NDA in court. In the Lights On the podcast, Jessica shares insight into her unique experience as a woman who escaped the mesmerism of right-wing propaganda and stepped out on her own to challenge the lawlessness of Donald Trump. 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. more

The NR editors discuss the state of the political scene each week.

The Tim Pool Daily Show brings you breaking news from around the world and commentary on top news topics in The Culture War, Politics, And Global Conflict more

LBC presenter Iain Dale and former Labour Home Secretary Jacqui Smith untangle the world of politics and media. Expect plenty of jokey banter and informed speculation. more

Award-winning LBC radio presenter, CNN political commentator, and 'For the Many' podcast co-host, Iain Dale brings his acclaimed, incisive insight on current affairs as he speaks with high-profile media and political figures. more

The next chapter in American politics has begun, but is it going to be any less crazy? The Spectator's Americano podcast delivers in-depth discussions with the best American pundits to keep you in the loop. Presented by Freddy Gray. more

Weekly podcast of the Fallon Forum: Independent Voices from the Heartland

Serious Danger is a podcast about our broken political system and its greatest threat: the Greens. Join traitorous SJWs Emerald Moon and Tom Ballard as they discuss the #auspol news of the week, chat with key figures from the left movement, and talk about how to win a future for all of us. more

A veteran political commentator, Johnson will bring his incisive wit to thoughtful discussions with leaders, journalists, and other change-makers who will tell the truth about America's challenges around race and offer ideas on the way forward. 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

A fun, irreverent and bipartisan look at Minnesota and national politics. Two Liberals and Two Conservatives debate the issues of the day with humor and vigor. Regular Contributors include Javier Morillo-Alicea, Mike Franklin, Brian McDaniel, Carin Mrotz, Amy Koch, Julia Donnelly, Emma Greenman, Sarah Walker, and Jeremy Estenson. more

American politics from a Heartland perspective. Focusing on facts and fundamental fairness, but not afraid to embrace the funny where it exists. Dedicated to the quiet heroes of America's Heartland who are making a difference every day. Monday: The Heartland POD with host Adam Sommer with guest interviews, & Talkin' Politics with Rachel Parker & Sean Diller on the panel. Wednesday: The Delta with science teacher Nicholas Linke breaking down scientific issues of the day, bonus pods, & more. more

Hosted by Breanne Doyle, rabble radio is the flagship podcast of rabble.ca. rabble breaks down the news of the day from a progressive lens. It's a good place to catch up and catch on to what's happening in Canadian politics, activism, environmentalism, and so much more. We catch you up on the news of the week and take you further into the stories that matter to you. more

On Head in the Office, two big-time political gurus, Jeremy & Gage, dissect the weekly news and offer a leftist point of view on recent events. With society constantly flirting with fascism, perpetuating massive inequality, and protecting the most privileged, Head in the Office seeks to examine why our political systems seem to never function properly and are so terrible all the time through comedy and charming commentary. New episodes every Wednesday at noon. more

The top newsmakers, political headlines, your go-to daily debrief. Vassy loves politics and she'll make sure you do too. The Vassy Kapelos Show will keep you informed through hard-hitting interviews with the major players, entertaining analysis and debate with your favourite pundits and all the details and context you need on breaking news as it comes into our newsroom. more

Raw Discussions on Entertainment & Politics

Since its inception in 1999, the Frontier Centre for Public Policy has been steadfast in its mission to foster Ideas for a Better Tomorrow. Through research, publications, educational events and policy analysis, Frontier has impacted dozens of governments and policy sectors. With Western Canadian roots and a drive to cultivate responsible citizenship, Leaders on the Frontier features discussions of common sense and good governance from this non-partisan, cutting-edge think tank. more

Tony Katz is a writer, radio host, speaker and entertainer, offering insights on politics, popular culture and life. His shows include the Indianapolis-based Tony Katz and the Morning News, and the syndicated Tony Katz Today.He focuses on right vs wrong, not right vs left.Tony has provided election and cultural insights to FOX News, CNN, CNBC and MSNBC. Opposed to all types of political correctness, Tony eats steak, smokes cigars, drives trucks and believes bedrooms are no place for government. more

No Jargon, the Scholars Strategy Network's weekly podcast, presents interviews with top university scholars on the politics, policy problems, and social issues facing the nation. more

Welcome to the official Soundcloud channel for UK Parliament. Follow us to hear podcasts about the work of the House of Commons and the House of Lords. more

Politics in Canada right now with hosts Jen Gerson and Sandy Garossino.

Every weekday afternoon, Power & Politics guides Canadians through the country's political news, with a regular cast of political panellists and the continuously unfolding drama of the Canadian political scene. more

Want to know what's really going on in Parliament House? Fran Kelly and Patricia Karvelas give you the political analysis that matters and explain what it means for you. more

In the Australian Politics podcast, Katharine Murphy and Guardian Australia's political team examine what's happening in Australian politics and why it matters to you more

A podcast about music, and politics as told by musicians who sing about politics

Making sense of the political decisions that affect your life. Every Saturday The House takes you to Parliament Hill — and around the country — for in-depth coverage and analysis of the week's major political news. more

The Guardian's political editor, Heather Stewart, and deputy political editor, Jessica Elgot, are joined by commentators, experts, and politicians to unpack the week's biggest stories in politics. On Politics Weekly Extra, Guardian columnist Jonathan Freedland speaks with some of the Guardian's US team about the latest from the 2020 presidential election campaign. 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

'Can He Do That?' is The Washington Post's politics podcast, exploring the powers and limitations of the American presidency, and what happens when they're tested. Led by host Allison Michaels, each episode asks a new question about this extraordinary moment in American history and answers with insight into how our government works, how to understand ongoing events, and the implications when branches of government collide. more

PolitiCoast is the BC politics podcast. We cover British Columbia, Canadian, and sometimes international politics from a West Coast lens. PolitiCoast was launched in October 2016 by Ian Bushfield & Scott de Lange Boom. more

Organizer and activist DeRay Mckesson explores news, culture, social justice, and politics with analysis from Sam Sinyangwe, Kaya Henderson, and De'Ara Balenger. Then he sits down for deep conversations with experts, influencers, and diverse local and national leaders. New episodes every Tuesday. more

A five-time Emmy-winning SNL comedy writer/producer joins a four-time #1 NYT bestselling author, a three-time highest-rated national progressive radio host, a two-time Grammy-winning artist, and a former US Senator. So, it gets a little crowded in the booth when Al talks about public policy and sometimes political comedy with notable guests. Al Franken is a prominent liberal political activist, hosting The Al Franken Show on Air America Radio. 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

The Humanist Report is hosted by Mike Figueredo, a Ph.D. student of public policy and political activist. This podcast is a progressive political podcast that analyzes political news stories through the lens of humanism. more

Comedian and activist Tara Devlin AKA 'Taradacktyl' is the founder of RepublicanDirtyTricks.com. Let's vent and commiserate that we are forced to share the same air with those usurpers of the dreams of our Founders, that greed-centered death cult, the aptly named 'Party of No' otherwise known as the Republican Party. more

China Power provides an in-depth understanding of the evolving nature of Chinese power relative to other countries. The project examines five interrelated categories of Chinese power: military, economics, technology, social, and international image. Through objective analysis and data visualization, China Power unpacks the complexity of China's rise. more

The best analysis and discussion about Australian politics and #auspol news. Presented by Eddy Jokovich and David Lewis, we look at all the issues the mainstream media wants to cover up and do the job most journalists avoid: holding power to account. more

Go behind the headlines for a look at what's really going on at the Texas Capitol and in Washington with the state's #1 political podcast: Texas Take. Join the conversation featuring Scott Braddock, editor of The Quorum Report and Houston Chronicle/San Antonio Express-News political writer Jeremy Wallace. 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

Hosted by Scott Detrow. 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. more

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

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

Graham Allen cares enough about America to defend its values, so each week in the Dear America podcast, he and his band of unapologetic patriots tackle culture and politics head-on. No topic is out of bounds. Irreverent, unfiltered, and straight from the heart, Graham will always tell America what it needs to hear, not what it wants to hear with some good laughs along the way. more

The Bakari Sellers Podcast tackles the most pressing current events through conversations and interviews with high profile guests. Building upon his experience in South Carolina government and politics and his experience as a lawyer, Sellers will talk to his guests about all topics from the world of politics, including the 2020 election, the movement for racial equality in the US, and much more. more

The Marc Steiner Show meets you at the intersection of politics and culture. We produce dynamic conversations and visual productions with activists, actors, artists and authors to creatively get to the root of the social, political and cultural issues that we and our world face. more

A weekly discussion about politics, hosted by The New Yorker's executive editor, Dorothy Wickenden.

Missouri's political newsmakers talk candidly with St. Louis Public Radio's Jason Rosenbaum and Rachel Lippmann. more

TALKING FEDS is a roundtable discussion that brings together prominent former government officials, journalists, and special guests for dynamic and in-depth analysis of the most pressing questions in law and politics. more

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

Bask in the simple joys of being right. The Michael Knowles Show cuts through the madness of our politics and culture, analyzing the top stories of the day. Monday through Friday. more

Tired of the lies? Tired of the spin? Are you ready to hear the hard-hitting truth in a comprehensive, conservative, principled fashion? The Ben Shapiro Show brings you all the news you need to know in the most fast-moving daily program in America. Ben brutally breaks down the culture and never gives an inch! Monday thru Friday. more

The Perspectrum brings humor and understanding to political news and philosophy. The hosts have been producing content of various types together for nearly a decade, and now they are bringing a progressive and philosophical perspective to political news. Nathan has an MA in Communication Studies and is an adjunct professor of communication. Michael is a Senior Analyst and has a BA in Political Philosophy and a BS in Finance. more

Amy Walter and Tamara Keith kick off the week with an in-depth discussion of the latest political news. Posted each Monday by 9 p.m., the Politics Monday podcast includes the full audio of every on-air segment. more

Washington Times online opinion editor Cheryl Chumley brings her no-holds-barred take on the big issues of the day. more

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

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

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 big political stories with lively discussion and expert comment and analysis from politicians and journalists, 10pm every Sunday on BBC Radio 4. more

ThePrint.in is a news, analysis, opinion & knowledge venture, launched in August 2017 by editor Shekhar Gupta. It is sharply focused on politics and policy, government, and governance. Its leadership team includes India's most experienced & respected journalists with proven track records in the finest news organizations. We are headquartered in New Delhi, & are in the process of building a network across India because we believe in investing in high-quality investigative & questioning journalism. more

A pod show by Ishan Dhadwad on Indian Politics, Strategic Affairs, and Geopolitics. Here, I discuss more than the fiasco of Indian political parties and also about our foreign policy and events which affect it. more

Iain Dale is joined by a panel of senior politicians and commentators to answer listener questions on the biggest stories of the week. more