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NEWSGIRLS

NEWSGIRLS
Donald Trump
Jeffrey Epstein
Trump
Trump Administration
Donald J. Trump
New York City
ICE
Gaza
Iran
Taylor Swift
60 Minutes
Bari Weiss
UFC
Elon Musk
Immigration Policy
CBS News
Bohemian Grove
Epstein
Climate Change
Lab-Grown Meat

News you need to know! Follow to stay in the loop ⚡️ By award-winning journalists and bffs Wren Woodson & Mabel Kabani Previously 60 Minutes ⏱️

Full video episodes available on YouTube: www.youtube.com/@newsgirlspodcast

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Recent Guests

Rosa Gillis
Epstein survivor who spoke with CNN
Survivor, Uzbekistan-born model
Episode: Woman Says Jeffrey Epstein Abused Her While He Was in Prison
Heather Cox Richardson
Political historian
Letters from an American (public platform)
Episode: Heather Cox Richardson: What America 250 Should Really Mean
James Patterson
Bestselling author, writer of Rockets Red Glare and Filthy Rich
Author
Episode: James Patterson Says CNN, Fox and NYT Ignored Epstein
Alex Bores
Democratic candidate for New York's 12th congressional district
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Episode: Silicon Valley's Biggest Enemy
Robert Garcia
Representative, ranking member of the House Oversight Committee
House Oversight Committee
Episode: Inside Bill Gates x Epstein Testimony (with Rep Garcia)
Carlos Calzadilla-Palacio
Organized Epstein files scavenger hunt in NYC; founder of Disrupt
Disrupt
Episode: The First Person Prosecuted in the Epstein Scandal Isn't Who You Think
Michael Wildes
Immigration attorney who has represented Melania Trump and the Kushner family
Immigration Law Practice
Episode: Melania’s Attorney: “Don’t Get Trump Gold Card”
Amy Odell
Author of the definitive biography on Anna Wintour
Author/Biographer
Episode: Hunger Games Gala
Aaron D'Souza
Founder of Objection, lawyer and strategist
Objection
Episode: Palantir Founder Peter Thiel’s Suss Website

Hosts

Wren Woodson
Host of Newsgirls, with extensive experience in investigative reporting and on-air analysis; often leads interviews and provides storytelling throughline.
Mabel Kabani
Co-host and lead interviewer with a strong editorial voice; brings investigative focus and context to complex political-media topics.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 60 ratings
  • Going where others fear to tread

    Loving your investigative reportage venturing into the bizarre (disturbing) and often unintentionally hilarious world of Trump. Latest foray being Truth Social, a boys own virtual adventure playground for the budding white supremacist. 🌟

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DiannaArt
    Australia3 months ago
  • Keep it up

    Great stuff! Interviews feel especially organic.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jbhweinberg
    United States2 years ago
  • Liberal Garbage

    I feel like even though I could only listen to to these two about ten minutes that’s ten minutes of my life I can never get back!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    mrvacation
    United States2 years ago
  • Exactly the kind of analysis I have been looking for

    Relevant topics and well-researched analysis. I appreciate that you look back and synthesize stories with a little bit of distance. I am tired of being bombarded with news before stories have fully developed. I sometime wish I could wake up in 2 weeks or 2 months, and ask someone: “What happened with that? “ Thank you for doing this.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JR Preston
    United States2 years ago
  • I feel so informed

    Finally!!! Current events broken down in a digestible way that I can understand! I wish they started this podcast years ago! They make news FUN. Plus, I love that they’re just cool

    girls. Def add this into your weekly podcast rotation!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ilanalovesthis
    United States2 years ago

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Insightful, grounded political analysis with entertaining delivery.
A few listeners feel bias; most praise depth and clarity.
Consistently engaging, with strong on-the-ground reporting and interviews.
Candid about media dynamics and power, keeps coverage sharp.

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She Worked Trump's White House UFC Event. Here's What She Saw.
Q: What stood out to you about how service members were treated during the event?
Service members and other armed personnel were denied water and food by the VIP staff, even though the event was hot and they were essential to security, highlighting a troubling disconnect between the event's patriotic framing and on-the-ground care.
She Worked Trump's White House UFC Event. Here's What She Saw.
Q: Can you tell us about the first night you were there and what happened?
I was pulled to work in the EVIP suite, spent hours waiting behind a curtain, and eventually interacted very little with Dana White, feeling sidelined and isolated while the VIP setup operated around me.
Heather Cox Richardson: What America 250 Should Really Mean
Q: What lessons from the framers and early republic does Heather think are most relevant to current political polarization?
The framers designed a system of checks and balances precisely to prevent the concentration of power, and recognizing that political parties can threaten those checks is a crucial lesson for maintaining democratic resilience.
Heather Cox Richardson: What America 250 Should Really Mean
Q: How does Heather view the role of the White House in American democracy today versus its original purpose?
She argues the White House should symbolize a democracy of the people, not a spectacle or luxury; branding and displays that resemble private wealth undermine the President's role as a representative for all citizens.
Heather Cox Richardson: What America 250 Should Really Mean
Q: What makes the current use of national anniversaries and symbols different from past presidential attempts at branding?
Historically, presidents tried to be prominent, but the idea of personifying the nation and turning the country into a personal brand is unprecedented; it blends political theater with branding and raises questions about who the nation belongs to.

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Frequently Asked Questions About NEWSGIRLS

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

A sharp, conversational news-and-politics show led by two veteran journalists who unpack current events through investigations, media industry analysis, and political commentary. Episodes span topics from AI regulation, political scandals, and the ethics of media coverage to high-profile political moments and large-scale national narratives, always filtered through skeptical analysis and on-the-ground reporting. The hosts blend street-level reporting with overarching context, aiming to separate signal from noise while keeping the tone accessible and entertaining. Noteworthy is the show's willingness to tackle controversial or opaque topics with brisk, energetic storytelling and firsthand reporting, making it a strong fit for listeners who w... more

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1. Rosa Gillis
2. Heather Cox Richardson
3. James Patterson
4. Alex Bores
5. Robert Garcia
6. Carlos Calzadilla-Palacio
7. Michael Wildes
8. Amy Odell

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