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 | 21 years ago |
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- Host interrupts too often
I used to listen to the MainePublic 10am to 11am slot daily when it was The Diane Rehm Show, which unfortunately ended. On Point took the time slot, and I started to listen to it daily. But the host’s constant interruption of her guests made me turn off my radio. I return to it now and again because the topics are refreshing and important for a functioning democracy, but I still can’t get through a whole show with the interruptions.
Apple Podcasts3Rodney Amadeus Anonymous
United Statesa month ago - Economy for everyday americans
Always a very good podcast but your show on this important topic was too much focused on evil ultra rich. One woman said they are taking “all the wealth”. Not helping the situation. There shouldn’t be a trillionaire? These capitalists are the best thing for our economy and to lift people out of poverty.
Apple Podcasts5JS from NYCUnited States2 months ago - Incredible
On point is a fantastic podcast examining so many important topics in such depth. It makes you interested in things you didn’t know you were interested in. A must listen!
Apple Podcasts5Hessie NUnited States2 months ago - Now hawking for big pharma
This can’t be the NPR I grew up listening to and absolutely adoring? You are disgraceful in your hawking of big pharma (glp1) — so many benefits we should all be in it! And our kids! And our babies! Shameful. And now yet another episode about a pharmaceutical? I hope the $ is worth your integrity.
Apple Podcasts1ana691!United States2 months ago - Monetize it.
It continues to piss me off when there is content that would be good for as many as will listen, to hear it and you can’t get enough revenue from adds.
I can’t afford another 7 bucks a month, but I can wade through adds now and then.
Apple Podcasts1PxlQuantZUnited States3 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #99 | United States/News |
Apple Podcasts | #52 |  China/News |
Apple Podcasts | #200 |  Philippines/News |
Apple Podcasts | #240 |  Hong Kong/News |
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A weekday interview show that tackles big, timely issues with depth and nuance. Conversations span politics, policy, economics, media, technology, and culture, often featuring academics, journalists, policymakers, and industry experts who provide historical context, data-driven analysis, and diverse perspectives. The program is notable for rigorous questioning, a calm yet incisive tone, and guests who bridge scholarly insight with real-world implications, making it useful for listeners who want a thorough understanding of complex topics and how they affect everyday life.
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2. Coral Hart
3. Jared Freid
4. James Spooner
5. Ann Larson
6. Jacob Hearth
7. Melanie Mitchell
8. Kyle Mahold
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