1A
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| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 747 | Founded | 10 years ago |
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Between 1950 and 1975, an estimated 1.5 million women were sent to homes for unwed mothers across the United States. There, most were hidden away from their families and communities until they gave birth and placed their babies for adoption. Some of ... more
Following a Supreme Court decision that cleared the way, a federal judge lifted a nationwide block on President Donald Trump’s executive order that limited mail-in voting ahead of the midterm elections.
A historic drought in the northwestern United ... more
Four years after the fall of Roe v. Wade upended federal protections for abortion access, abortion opponents have set their sights on a new target in the world of fertility: surrogacy.
A gestational surrogate is a woman who carries an embryo that wa... more
On Tuesday, August 25th, American country musician, philanthropist, and icon Dolly Parton died at the age of 80 in Nashville, Tennessee.
Years before her death, she asked her nephew and head of security, Bryan Seaver, to make a video announcing h... more
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- I support your show by supporting the radio station. It plays on.
Yet, if I have to miss something in an episode, unexpected to pay a double fee to be able to hear news something that is an anathema to my personal beliefs that news is too important to put behind the Pay wall, especially for those who pay already.
Apple Podcasts1Wes Chester SD CA
United Statesa month ago - Ummmm….
Please people, make a manuscript of the Week in Review and force the commentators to go through it and cross out with a red marker every time they say “umm, aaah, ummm”… I think about 20% of the verbiage goes away right there. You know a good radio voice used to be a thing, and NPR was known for it, but it seems like standards have been, umm, lowered considerably. You have commentators who punctuate _every single sentence_ they speak with multiple ummms. A pause is not the end of the world, you... more
Apple Podcasts1TheDudeAbidedUnited Statesa month ago - Lost episodes.
I will listen to a piece of an episode on air, but can never find the full episode here (I checked subscription too). I only see political episodes here. Where are the others? I would subscribe. Let me know where the lost episodes go. Those are 5 star episodes in a five star show.
Apple Podcasts3Looking for Lost ShowsUnited States2 months ago - Jen White is terrific
Even when announced topics sound ho-hum, the show is always interesting. I always learn from 1A.
Apple Podcasts5FolsomDoriUnited States3 months ago - Lefty slant
The exuding negativity towards conservative thought is palpable. The guests are far left and woke. I just wish for a centrist podcast. I guess this ain't it. But if you're a lefty and desire a confirmation bias then listen away. This is a prime example that NPR lost federal funding.
Apple Podcasts2drjekyllmrleeUnited States3 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #120 | United States/News |
Apple Podcasts | #128 |  Saudi Arabia/News |
Apple Podcasts | #161 |  Argentina/News |
Apple Podcasts | #186 |  Sweden/News |
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What is 1A about and what kind of topics does it cover?
This program consistently covers national politics, policy debates, and how broader trends affect everyday life. Recent episodes have centered on local election dynamics, court-political reforms, national security and foreign policy, and the role of technology—AI, data centers, and media literacy—in shaping public discourse. A recurring strength is pairing on-the-ground reporting with expert analysis from academia, journalism, and policy circles, while exploring practical implications for voters, communities, and markets. Notable strengths include broad topic variety, strong moderation, and a track record of bringing in diverse voices to illuminate complex issues while staying grounded in real-world impact.
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1. On Point with Meghna Chakrabarti
2. Fresh Air
3. Here & Now Anytime
4. On the Media
5. The NPR Politics Podcast
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1A launched 10 years ago and published 747 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on 1A include:
1. Henry Farrell
2. Gil Duran
3. Jacob Silverman
4. Arthur Delaney
5. Steve Clemens
6. Wendy Benjaminson
7. Josh Keating
8. Abigail Hauslohner
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