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Listen to the complete PBS News Hour, specially formatted as a podcast. Published each night by 9 p.m., our full show includes every news segment, every interview, and every bit of analysis as our television broadcast. Is this not what you're looking for? Don't miss our other podcasts for our individual segments, Brooks and Capehart, Politics Monday, Brief but Spectacular, and more. Find them in i... more

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Monday on the News Hour, the latest batch of Epstein files raises concerns about the Justice Department's handling of sensitive information. The Rafah border crossing between Gaza and Egypt reopens, but only a small number of Gaza's sick and wounded ... more

Friday on the News Hour, protests continue against the Trump administration's immigration crackdown in Minneapolis as federal authorities arrest reporters who covered a church demonstration. The president nominates inflation hawk Kevin Warsh to lead ... more

Iran is on notice as one of the U.S. military's largest aircraft carriers arrives in the Middle East after thousands of protesters were killed in a brutal crackdown. How vulnerable is the regime? And what are President Trump's options if he chooses t... more

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Recent Guests

Senator Ron Johnson
Republican senator from Wisconsin
Ohio State Government
Episode: January 29, 2026 - PBS News Hour full episode
Senator Susan Collins
Republican senator from Maine
Ohio State Government
Episode: January 29, 2026 - PBS News Hour full episode
Tom Homan
Former Immigration and Customs Enforcement Director
Trump Administration
Episode: January 29, 2026 - PBS News Hour full episode
Paul Butler
Former federal prosecutor and criminal law professor at Georgetown University
Georgetown University
Episode: January 29, 2026 - PBS News Hour full episode
Alice Walton
Heir to Walmart fortune and founder of a new medical school
Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art
Episode: January 29, 2026 - PBS News Hour full episode
Senator John Hustedt
Republican senator from Ohio
Ohio State Government
Episode: January 29, 2026 - PBS News Hour full episode
Krista Freeland
Former deputy prime minister and foreign affairs minister of Canada
Government of Canada
Episode: January 29, 2026 - PBS News Hour full episode
Liz Landers
White House Correspondent at PBS News Hour
PBS News
Episode: January 28, 2026 - PBS News Hour full episode
Shana Bellows
Secretary of State of Maine
State of Maine
Episode: January 28, 2026 - PBS News Hour full episode

Hosts

John Yang
Host of PBS News Weekend, delivering news updates and features with a focus on concise and comprehensive coverage of current events, cultural topics, and human-interest stories.
Geoff Bennett
Co-anchor of PBS News Hour, known for his in-depth interviews and coverage of significant geopolitical issues, domestic policies, and healthcare developments.
Amna Nawaz
Co-anchor of PBS News Hour, recognized for her insightful reporting on critical political topics and international relations, emphasizing diversity in coverage.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 3.2k ratings
  • Sad decline of a once great news program

    Nick Schiffin and Miles O'Brien are good. The rest of this "news" show just gets worse and worse. Boring interviews with celebrities. Reruns of old stories described as "encores."

    Paul Solomon is just awful. Please deliver more *actual news* No more book promotions and and artsy puff pieces about tiny irrelevant nonprofits.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    StudentLearner
    United Statesa month ago
  • Love these interviews

    The news hour is great but I do love these closer podcast-style interviews with guests like Andrew Ross Sorkin. Amna Nawaz is also a gem and a great interviewer. She’s always so prepared.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jesseo8
    United States2 months ago
  • naked partisanship

    Independent voter here, the naked Democrat partisanship on this show is getting out of hand. They don’t even try to hide it anymore, unsubscribed. :-/ PBS needs the NPR treatment, remove their public funding.. just gross.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Icecreamsandwich.76
    United States3 months ago
  • PBS news hour rocks

    Solid

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bananabreadbaker
    United States3 months ago
  • My go to daily news source—bravo!

    I listen to this everyday. Amna, Geoff, Lisa, Nick, and William are intelligent and thoughtful journalists. Politics Monday and Brooks & Capehart are not to miss.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    motifdesign
    United States4 months ago

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Many express their satisfaction with the podcast's dedication to factual reporting and its role in countering misinformation prevalent in other media.
Listeners appreciate the well-rounded, in-depth analysis and thoughtful interviews, often highlighting the caliber of the hosts and guest experts.
Loyal listeners value the insightful commentary and analysis on complex issues, particularly those not widely covered by other news outlets.

Chart Rankings

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#26
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#49
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Talking Points

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January 26, 2026 - PBS News Hour full episode
Q: Is this lawsuit really about immigration enforcement or is it fundamentally about the balance of power between states and the federal government?
At its heart, it brings to issue this idea of federalism and principles of states' rights and the federal government's rights.
January 26, 2026 - PBS News Hour full episode
Q: What do you think needs to happen so there's not a third citizen killed?
One, the Border Patrol is clearly the wrong tool to be leading this effort in an urban environment.
January 27, 2026 - PBS News Hour full episode
Q: What's at stake here with sharing such sensitive personal data?
The risk is that it could be used for identity theft and compromise the daily life of every living and dead American.
January 27, 2026 - PBS News Hour full episode
Q: What motivated those exercises and what were you most worried about then?
We were worried about what had happened on January 6th, 2021 and the potential for a more unfettered Trump's second term, and whether or not the rule of law would prevail.
January 29, 2026 - PBS News Hour full episode
Q: Are Minnesota officials actually legally obligated to comply with the federal government when it comes to immigration enforcement?
They are not legally required by the Constitution, but Minnesota state law requires the state prison to release inmates who are subject to deportation to ICE after they've served their sentence.

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Content primarily focuses on current events, political analysis, and significant global issues, often with insight from experts and key figures in relevant fields. Noteworthy segments discuss intricate political matters, including U.S. foreign policy, immigration policies, and healthcare system challenges. Unique features include a mix of hard news stories, in-depth interviews, and lighter cultural segments, helping to create a well-rounded listening experience. Potential listeners looking for serious journalism with a focus on political accountability and social issues may find this particularly engaging.

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PBS News Hour launched 15 years ago and published 172 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 PBS News Hour include:

1. Senator Ron Johnson
2. Senator Susan Collins
3. Tom Homan
4. Paul Butler
5. Alice Walton
6. Senator John Hustedt
7. Krista Freeland
8. Liz Landers

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