On Point with Meghna Chakrabarti
WBURGet ready for your aha moment: Every weekday, host Meghna Chakrabarti pierces your news bubble to expose the whole story. Getting answers to the questions that need to be asked, examining our history and the human condition. No topic is too complicated or off the table. It’s all On Point.
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 505 | Founded | 20 years ago |
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The U.S. Supreme Court left some of its biggest decisions for last this session. Justices delivered a series of major opinions with consequences that will impact nearly every corner of the country.
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The U.S. is celebrating its 250th birthday this summer. But native people are often left out of America's founding narrative. Does uncovering that history change how we think of the country?
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A road trip is the iconic American vacation -- with a richer and more complicated history than it may seem. What the American road trip reveals about who we are.
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On Point news analyst Jack Beatty has been listening to what Democratic Sen. Chris Murphy has been saying in town hall style interviews as he promotes his book, “Crisis of the Common Good.”
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- Love the JackPod
I’ve loved listening to Jack for years on On Point. At one point he disappeared as a regular guest so I was delighted when the JackPod started. I’ve listened to every episode. Love your take on most things, Jack. Love you too, Magna.
Apple Podcasts5KJGup
United Statesa month ago - Mediocre these days.
Show used to have such interesting topics. It seems like everyday is related to the topic of AI. It's enough already.
Apple Podcasts3anthony12275United Statesa month ago - Interesting, but with a leftist bias.
The title says it all. Well thought out arguments and opinions, but with a political bias. Another attempt to influence as opposed to report, common in media today. The Jackpod is the most extreme form of this - annoying to a centrist like myself.
Apple Podcasts3Different_DrummerUnited Statesa month ago - 24/7 is a constrained listening window
I only listen to the JackPod because Jack Beatty is that good. Combine him with Meghna and these episodes are real powerhouses. She’s incredibly bright and insightful. And Jack, well, they don’t make ‘em like him anymore. I can’t recommend these two strongly enough! I really should start listening to the other On Point episodes that I’m sure are excellent, but, ya know, there’s only so much time and I have to get my Pivot and Carville Political War Room podcasts in too! What’s a fella suppos... more
Apple Podcasts5forcripesakesUnited Statesa month ago - China EVs and US Auto market
Enjoyed the May 29th show, but the most important thing about US automakers is that they focus on pickup trucks and Large SUVs. They long ago gave up competing for sedans and small SUVs to Hyundai, Kia, Honda, and Toyota.
Apple Podcasts5Craig New OrleansUnited Statesa month ago
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This show consistently tackles weighty topics across politics, policy, science, and culture, featuring in-depth interviews with researchers, journalists, lawyers, and policymakers. Episodes blend rigorous analysis with real-world implications, often examining institutions, governance, and societal trends through a data-informed lens. Noteworthy is the willingness to explore controversial or complex subjects—sometimes with cross-disciplinary guests—while maintaining a steady focus on clarity, accountability, and practical impact for listeners who want deeper context behind current events.
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2. Emily Zentner
3. Chloe Sorvino
4. Colin Graebo
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7. Chris Wears
8. Addie Baird
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