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Americast

BBC News
Donald Trump
Iran
Democratic Party
Republican Party
Jeffrey Epstein
United States
Ukraine
Venezuela
Social Media
Charlie Kirk
Federal Reserve
Epstein Files
ICE
Congress
Russia
Zohran Mamdani
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
National Guard
Midterm Elections
NATO

Insight and analysis on what's happening inside Donald Trump's White House. Americast is the authoritative US news and politics podcast from the BBC. Each week we provide audiences with the best analysis from across the BBC, with on-the-ground observations and big picture insights about the stories which are defining America right now. The podcast is hosted by trusted BBC journalists including the... more

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Latest Episodes

Attorney General Todd Blanche won’t pledge to act “independently” from the White House during an interview with NBC’s Meet the Press. Trump’s former personal attorney said no attorney general should ever “pledge” to act independently from the White H... more

Will Donald Trump be forever dogged by his war with Iran and could it come to define his legacy?

And, who is Donald Trump’s executive assistant Natalie Harp, and why are Democrats suddenly talking about her?

A speech by Georgia senator John Ossoff ... more

Why was Donald Trump smuggled off Air Force One following a NATO summit in Turkey at the end of last week, and how credible is the president’s claim that he is Iran’s “number one target”?

On this week’s Americanswers, Justin, Sarah and Marianna look... more

Is Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez laying the groundwork for a run for president in 2028? And would the Democrats really pick her as a nominee?

This week AOC has been back making headlines with comments over freezing her eggs, distancing herself from the s... more

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Karoline Leavitt
Former press secretary to the White House
White House staff (former)
Episode: Americanswers! Is Iran really trying to kill Trump, and why is he threatening to bomb Oman?
Pattie O'Connell
Pattie O'Connell of Newsnight and Newscast
BBC Newsnight/Newscast
Episode: Americanswers... on 5 Live! Will Trump's new challenge to birthright citizenship work?
Abdul El-Sayed
Progressive candidate in Michigan primary
Democratic candidate, Michigan
Episode: The Democrats need to win Michigan… so why is it splitting the party?
Laura Loomer
MAGA influencer, political commentator
MAGA influencer / MAGA movement
Episode: Americanswers… on 5 Live! Is Donald Trump serious about running for a third term?
Chris Rufo
MAGA activist and commentator who campaigns against DEI in education and the public sector
Episode: The anti DEI MAGA activist Christopher Rufo
Jenny Rasico
Former partner who spoke publicly about Platner, cited in media reports
Not explicitly stated in episode
Episode: How will Democrats fight Trump after dumping their candidate Graham Platner in Maine?
Heather Cox Richardson
Professor of History at Boston College; historian interviewed on Americast
Boston College
Episode: After 250 years, do US citizens still believe in the American Dream?
Mario Bonassi
Head avian curator at the American Bald Eagle Foundation
American Bald Eagle Foundation
Episode: Have Republicans been given a major midterms boost by the Supreme Court?
Ben Rhodes
Former Deputy National Security Advisor under Barack Obama; author and podcaster; public commentator on U.S. foreign policy and politics
Obama Administration
Episode: How can Democrats persuade more voters to like them? (with Ben Rhodes, Obama’s former senior advisor)

Hosts

Sarah Smith
Host; BBC North America editor with on-the-ground Washington reporting
Justin Webb
Co-host; BBC journalist providing U.S. political analysis
Marianna Spring
Disinformation and social media correspondent; Top Comment segment host
Anthony Zurcher
BBC North America correspondent; Washington-based analysis

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 5.4k ratings
  • bye bye

    after having this in my feed for quite a while i’m removing after Justin’s questionable bias softball interview a couple episodes ago. apparently it’s OK to be racist now as long as your package your views in highly educated prose.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    stevemcseattle
    United States24 days ago
  • Ok

    It’s ok. Ruined for me by Mariana Springs constant use of the word ‘like’. Better episodes when she’s not on it. A shame as the others are very good.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Mrc007
    United Kingdom24 days ago
  • Sick to my stomach

    (One star only because I had to put something).

    Listening to the “interviewer” kiss Christopher Rufo’s butt was the last straw. I actually felt sick to my stomach. You just gave an evil, racist crybaby an open platform to present his skewed, unfounded and simply untrue narrative. You did not challenge one single imaginary “fact” he presented. And you thanked him so obsequiously that I visibly cringed. BBC news, my a**. This is not journalism. This is pandering. Sickening.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    PVdoc
    United Statesa month ago
  • Hugely disappointed

    Why do you have one white middle class man interviewing another about DEI etc?? It’s outrageous and unbelievable that you didn’t include women or black or brown people into the conversation. How can you have such a one dimensional interview? Terrible journalism! This is why you need to have a diverse team!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CuriousYellowBird
    United Kingdoma month ago
  • We don't get this information in the US. Thanks for being our Radio Free US

    Podcast Addict
    5
    VeryShari
    a month ago

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The Democrats need to win Michigan… so why is it splitting the party?
Q: Why is Michigan considered so important for the midterms?
Because winning Michigan is seen as essential to flipping the Senate, and the state serves as a key test of how the party's future direction may impact national elections.
Americanswers… on 5 Live! Can Trump save FIFA boss Gianni Infantino?
Q: Has Donald Trump ruined the life of Gianni Infantino?
The hosts discuss the perception that Trump's proximity to Infantino has hurt Infantino's image, suggesting that the relationship is viewed as compromising the integrity of football governance, though Trump argues he's not corrupt.
Americanswers! Was the 2026 World Cup a success for Donald Trump?
Q: How are Trumpians and other Americans seeing the war with Iran?
A broad segment of supporters defended the president's decisions, arguing he acts decisively while many others worry about the long-term consequences; the discussion notes a visible split between loyalists and critics.
Has the Supreme Court just made Trump the most powerful president in history?
Q: What did the Mississippi mail-in voting ruling imply for future elections?
The ruling suggested that postmark timing and state counting rules could be reconciled with federal law in a way that supports mail-in voting, potentially increasing the margin for late-arriving ballots to be counted.
Has the Supreme Court just made Trump the most powerful president in history?
Q: How did the case involving the Federal Reserve differ from other agencies in terms of removal protections?
The Court indicated that the Fed requires a showing of cause and procedural safeguards before removal, preserving a much more robust independence for monetary policy decisions compared with agencies like the FTC or EAC.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Americast

What is Americast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show provides in-depth analysis of American politics and policy through BBC journalists with on-the-ground reporting from Washington and national-issue discussions. Episodes typically explore U.S. political dynamics, elections, policy debates, and how media narratives intersect with real-world governance, often featuring guests who bring campaign strategy, policy expertise, or insider viewpoints. A notable strength is the mix of seasoned political insight, live reporting, and conversations with controversial or high-profile figures that reveal competing perspectives shaping the U.S. political landscape. Listeners can expect clear explanations of complex issues, timely updates on evolving stories, and geopolitical context that connects ... more

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1. Karoline Leavitt
2. Pattie O'Connell
3. Abdul El-Sayed
4. Laura Loomer
5. Chris Rufo
6. Jenny Rasico
7. Heather Cox Richardson
8. Mario Bonassi

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