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Cut through the noise with The Intercept’s reporters as they tackle the most urgent issues of the moment. The Briefing is a new weekly podcast delivering incisive political analysis and deep investigative reporting, hosted by The Intercept’s journalists and contributors including Jessica Washington, Akela Lacy, and Jordan Uhl.

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Illinois congressional candidate Kat Abughazaleh was charged earlier this week with federal conspiracy charges for protesting outside of Broadview ICE Processing Center last month.

Along with five others, Abughazaleh was indicted on felony charges f... more

Once again, Israeli bombs rained down on Gaza. The latest wave of strikes killed more than 100 people, mostly women and children, according to health authorities. 

The bombardment marked the deadliest day since the weeks-old U.S.-brokered ceasefire ... more

New York City is on the cusp of an election in which what once looked impossible has begun to seem inevitable. Zohran Mamdani, a democratic socialist member of the New York state Assembly, is heavily favored to beat Andrew Cuomo, New York’s onetime D... more

The first phase of the U.S.-brokered Gaza ceasefire deal began to move forward this week as Israeli and Palestinian hostages have been released and aid trickles in. 

“The crossings were partially reopened, so some aid is coming in — food, water, and... more

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Recent Guests

Chi Ossé
City council member for New York City's 36th district.
Episode: The Struggle for the Future of the New York Democratic Party
Alyssa Cass
Democratic media strategist based in New York City and partner at Slingshot Strategies.
Slingshot Strategies
Episode: The Struggle for the Future of the New York Democratic Party
Jim Walden
Attorney endorsing Andrew Cuomo, previously ran an independent bid.
Episode: The Struggle for the Future of the New York Democratic Party
Taqwa Ahmed Al-Wawi
A Palestinian writer, poet and editor studying English literature at the Islamic University of Gaza.
Episode: Trump’s Gaza Ceasefire Deal Is Already Failing Palestinians
Dr. James Zogby
President and co-founder of the Arab American Institute, an organization focused on the political and policy issues affecting the Arab American community.
Arab American Institute
Episode: Trump’s Gaza Ceasefire Deal Is Already Failing Palestinians
Reverend Markel Hutchins
Civil rights activist and spokesperson for Kathryn Johnston's family
Movement Forward Incorporated
Episode: Introducing Collateral Damage: Ep. 1 Dirty Business: The Atlanta Narcotics Unit’s Deadly Raid on 92-Year-Old Kathryn Johnston
Nick Turse
Intercept senior reporter covering Trump's drug policy and military strikes
The Intercept
Episode: License to Kill: Trump’s Extrajudicial Executions
Tommy Marcus
Content creator under the pseudonym Quentin Quarantino, who has raised over $30 million for various humanitarian causes.
Episode: What It’s Like on the Gaza-Bound Flotilla Attacked by Drones
Adam H. Johnson
Media analyst and co-host of the Citations Needed podcast
Episode: Trump’s Cult of Power Cancels Free Speech

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Akela Lacy
Senior politics reporter for The Intercept and co-host of this show. Provides insights into media dynamics and political narratives.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 10k ratings
  • Great audio quality

    Great guests

    Sensible pacing

    Just listened to the 7/25/25 episode with Chris Hedges... Blown away

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    Ruminating_Stoic
    2 months ago
  • Great discussion

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    cougar
    5 months ago
  • Good simple journalism

    Really loving the good simple factual journalism the The Intercept has gone back to!

    Apple Podcasts
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    In Cortasia
    Australia6 months ago
  • Recommended: Feb 28 2025 episode

    The guests and discussion in the Feb 28 2025 episode were excellent.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
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    Mexico7 months ago
  • Reporting with Heart

    When I want to go deeper in the news I go to this podcast. The reporters are well-informed and they care.

    I am always confused about the choice of ads, especially for Success Academy, a charter school that makes it impossible for kids with learning differences to stay, but I live in hope that one day The Intercept will report on them.

    We all need to pay bills, so I don’t blame them; it’s just always weird to hear such neo liberal companies advertised on such a leftist podcast.

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The Struggle for the Future of the New York Democratic Party
Q: Jim, how does Cuomo fit into the future of the Democratic Party?
Cuomo is considered an institutionalist who might not embrace the socialist elements that some Democrats advocate, suggesting a rebound towards centrist policies.
The Struggle for the Future of the New York Democratic Party
Q: Chi, why has Mamdani's campaign become a national story?
His campaign presents a critical moment for the Democratic Party, showing a shift towards more progressive candidates in response to the failures of the status quo.
Trump’s Gaza Ceasefire Deal Is Already Failing Palestinians
Q: What does self-determination actually look like for Palestinians?
Palestinians have that option for a separate state or equal democratic rights within a single state, which the Israelis reject.
Trump’s Gaza Ceasefire Deal Is Already Failing Palestinians
Q: What is your perspective on the Trump administration's role in the current ceasefire and negotiations?
The Palestinians were invisible or objectified in a way that the personal was lost throughout this entire conflict.
Trump’s Gaza Ceasefire Deal Is Already Failing Palestinians
Q: Can you tell us about your meeting with members of Congress?
We brought together a group that had very compelling stories to tell to members of Congress, to put a human face on it.

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Focused on delivering incisive political analysis and investigative journalism, episodes cover a wide array of critical contemporary issues. Topics frequently explored include the influence of political figures and parties, civil rights, gentrification, public health, and international relations, particularly regarding the Palestinian crisis. A notable aspect is the intersection of personal narratives with systemic critiques, as guests often share deeply personal insights related to broader societal themes, particularly in the contexts of policy development and humanitarian crises.

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