Rephonic
Artwork for PBS News Hour

PBS News Hour - Health

PBS News
Public Health
Mental Health
CDC
Medicaid
Covid-19
Trump Administration
Affordable Care Act
Measles
Breast Cancer
Vaccination
FDA
Vaccines
Nutrition
Health Insurance
Abortion
Menopause
World Health Organization
Insurance Coverage
Social Media
Obesity

The latest medical news, analysis and reporting. (Updated periodically) PBS News is supported by - www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy

43 ratings
PublishesDailyEpisodes114Founded9 years ago
Number of ListenersCategory
Health & Fitness

Listen to this Podcast

Listen on Apple PodcastsListen on SpotifyListen on CastboxListen on Podcast AddictListen on Pocket CastsListen on OvercastListen on YouTube MusicListen on RSS
Artwork for PBS News Hour
 Guests Hosts Reviews Talking Points

Latest Episodes

Fauci invokes 5th Amendment right during GOP-led hearing on COVID origins

Dr. Anthony Fauci, the face of America's COVID response, repeatedly invoked his Fifth Amendment right before a Senate committee on Wednesday. The hearing, chaired by Republican Sen. Rand Paul, was meant to probe the origins of COVID-19 and whether Fa... more

29 Jul 2026 • 6 min

The campaign against Fauci and what brought him back before Congress

Dr. Anthony Fauci helped lead the White House pandemic response for Presidents Trump and Biden and is now retired from government service. He appeared under congressional subpoena and invoked his Fifth Amendment rights more than 100 times during ques... more

29 Jul 2026 • 6 min

Climate-fueled wildfires in Europe push emergency response to the limit

Crews are battling to control wildfires that have spread rapidly across parts of Europe, forcing the evacuation of more than 330,000 people in France, Spain and Portugal. Fifteen deaths have been reported and nearly half a million acres have burned. ... more

29 Jul 2026 • 6 min

New report reveals consequences of Trump administration's HIV/AIDS funding cuts

A new report is detailing the impact of cuts to USAID and the program known as PEPFAR, which has been credited with saving over 26 million lives since 2003. The study from the HIV/AIDS non-profit amfAR found that more than 1,700 treatment sites have ... more

28 Jul 2026 • 7 min

Key Facts

Accepts Guests
Contact Information
Podcast Host
Number of Listeners
Find out how many people listen to this podcast per episode and each month.

Similar Podcasts

People also subscribe to these shows.

Fresh Air
Fresh AirNPR
PBS Washington Week with The Atlantic - Full Show
PBS Washington Week with The Atlantic - Full ShowWashington Week
The Opinions
The OpinionsThe New York Times Opinion
The New Yorker Radio Hour
The New Yorker Radio HourWNYC Studios and The New Yorker
PBS News Hour - Segments
PBS News Hour - SegmentsPBS News

Recent Guests

Sophie de Oliveira Barata
Artist referenced as influence in prosthetic art
Artist/Influencer
Episode: Ocular artistry: Eye prosthetics become canvases for self-expression
Gracie Corrigan
Twelve-year-old who lost an eye to retinoblastoma
Patient advocate (Fun Eye Fund participant)
Episode: Ocular artistry: Eye prosthetics become canvases for self-expression
Dan Roach
Professor at LeMoyne College and author
LeMoyne College
Episode: Ocular artistry: Eye prosthetics become canvases for self-expression
Christina Leitzel
Board-certified ocularist crafting bold decorative eyes
Independent ocularist in Portland, Oregon
Episode: Ocular artistry: Eye prosthetics become canvases for self-expression
Rachel Yee
Person who lost an eye to cancer and became a client of Leitzel
Individual wearer
Episode: Ocular artistry: Eye prosthetics become canvases for self-expression
Dhruv Khullar
Physician, Weill Cornell Medicine, discussed in the PBS News Hour interview
Weill Cornell Medicine
Episode: FDA considers widening access to peptides promoted by wellness influencers
Katie Smith Sloan
Chief Executive of LeadingAge, an association representing aging services providers
LeadingAge
Episode: End of migrant protections creates elder care staffing challenges
Mike Flanagan
Professor of wildland fire
Thompson Rivers University
Episode: The health risks of wildfire smoke across the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic
Luke Montrose
Environmental toxicologist
Colorado State University
Episode: The health risks of wildfire smoke across the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic

Hosts

Miles O'Brien
Host/Correspondent with PBS NewsHour; frequent interviewer and lead reporter in health and science segments
William Brangham
Host of PBS NewsHour Health segment and Horizons; appears across health-focused discussions

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 43 ratings
  • Short, sweet, succinct

    Great five minutes of Health News.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Page Larkin
    United States9 years ago
Embed These Reviews on a Website

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Engaging but sometimes dense for casual listeners.
Some episodes feel very issue-specific rather than broad health news.
Balanced coverage of policy and science, with strong reporting.
Concise and informative health updates.
High-quality guests with credible perspectives.

Top Health & Fitness Podcasts

The Dylan Gemelli Podcast
The Dylan Gemelli PodcastDylan Gemelli
Passion Struck with John R. Miles
Passion Struck with John R. MilesPassion Struck with John R. Miles
We're Out of Time
We're Out of TimeRichard Taite
Huberman Lab
Huberman LabScicomm Media
The Dr. Josh Axe Show
The Dr. Josh Axe ShowDr. Josh Axe
Tony Mantor: Why Not Me ?
Tony Mantor: Why Not Me ?iHeartPodcasts
The Dr. John Delony Show
The Dr. John Delony ShowRamsey Network
On Purpose with Jay Shetty
On Purpose with Jay ShettyPerfect Strangers
Biohack-it
Biohack-itIman Hasan
Nothing much happens: bedtime stories to help you sleep
Nothing much happens: bedtime stories to help you sleepWellness Loud

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Test results create more confusion around cyclosporiasis outbreak
Q: What should the public do in light of ongoing questions about the source and recalls?
Avoid iceberg lettuce in the affected states and, for high-risk individuals, be especially cautious with produce that has hard-to-wash crevices; also consider using local farmers' markets to sidestep complex bagged lettuce supply chains while the investigation continues.
Test results create more confusion around cyclosporiasis outbreak
Q: Help us understand why this outbreak has been so difficult to trace compared with past outbreaks.
Traceability relies on a mix of patient interviews, lab data, and shipment records; when one piece (like a lab result) is uncertain, investigators must weigh all evidence, which slows the process but can still point toward a common source such as a particular supplier.
FDA considers widening access to peptides promoted by wellness influencers
Q: What does the panel's vote to broaden access to at least one peptide say about the process, and what concerns exist about conflicts of interest?
He points out that some committee members have ties to the compounding industry or peptide interests, which raises concerns about impartiality and the rigor of the decision-making process, especially given the lack of controlled human data for BPC 157.
FDA considers widening access to peptides promoted by wellness influencers
Q: Why is there a surge of support in online wellness communities for these peptides, and what are the risks of that enthusiasm?
Khullar highlights anecdotal stories from social media and influencers claiming broad benefits, while stressing there is no solid evidence to back those claims and that reliance on anecdotes could undermine safety and proper dosing.
FDA considers widening access to peptides promoted by wellness influencers
Q: So before we jump into the details of this meeting, in simplest terms, can you explain what exactly a peptide is?
Dr. Khullar explains that peptides are short chains of amino acids, essentially microproteins, and that their regulatory status hinges on their size and the evidence available for safety and efficacy. He notes that many peptides are already approved (like insulin), but the unapproved ones discussed lack rigorous clinical data.

Audience Metrics

Listeners, social reach, demographics and more for this podcast.

Listeners per Episode
Gender Skew
Location
Interests
Professions
Age Range
Household Income
Social Media Reach

Frequently Asked Questions About PBS News Hour

What is PBS News Hour about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show consistently covers health policy, public health, and medical science with a newsroom-style approach, featuring expert analysis from physicians, researchers, and legal scholars. Episodes frequently explore outbreak dynamics, pharmaceutical policy, health equity, and regulatory decisions, often tying scientific findings to real-world impacts on patients and systems. A notable strength is blending on-the-ground reporting with clinical and policy context, making complex topics accessible without sacrificing depth. The format tends to include high-profile medical and public health guests, plus legal and policy perspectives that illuminate how health decisions unfold in practice. This combination can help potential listeners understand ... more

Where can I find podcast stats for PBS News Hour?

Rephonic provides a wide range of podcast stats for PBS News Hour. We scanned the web and collated all of the information that we could find in our comprehensive podcast database. See how many people listen to PBS News Hour and access YouTube viewership numbers, download stats, audience demographics, chart rankings, ratings, reviews and more.

How many listeners does PBS News Hour get?

Rephonic provides a full set of podcast information for three million podcasts, including the number of listeners. View further listenership figures for PBS News Hour, including podcast download numbers and subscriber numbers, so you can make better decisions about which podcasts to sponsor or be a guest on. You will need to upgrade your account to access this premium data.

What are the audience demographics for PBS News Hour?

Rephonic provides comprehensive predictive audience data for PBS News Hour, including gender skew, age, country, political leaning, income, professions, education level, and interests. You can access these listener demographics by upgrading your account.

How many subscribers and views does PBS News Hour have?

To see how many followers or subscribers PBS News Hour has on Spotify and other platforms such as Castbox and Podcast Addict, simply upgrade your account. You'll also find viewership figures for their YouTube channel if they have one.

Which podcasts are similar to PBS News Hour?

These podcasts share a similar audience with PBS News Hour:

1. Fresh Air
2. PBS Washington Week with The Atlantic - Full Show
3. The Opinions
4. The New Yorker Radio Hour
5. PBS News Hour - Segments

How many episodes of PBS News Hour are there?

PBS News Hour launched 9 years ago and published 114 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

How do I contact PBS News Hour?

Our systems regularly scour the web to find email addresses and social media links for this podcast. We scanned the web and collated all of the contact information that we could find in our podcast database. But in the unlikely event that you can't find what you're looking for, our concierge service lets you request our research team to source better contacts for you.

Where can I see ratings and reviews for PBS News Hour?

Rephonic pulls ratings and reviews for PBS News Hour from multiple sources, including Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Castbox, and Podcast Addict.

View all the reviews in one place instead of visiting each platform individually and use this information to decide if a show is worth pitching or not.

How do I access podcast episode transcripts for PBS News Hour?

Rephonic provides full transcripts for episodes of PBS News Hour. Search within each transcript for your keywords, whether they be topics, brands or people, and figure out if it's worth pitching as a guest or sponsor. You can even set-up alerts to get notified when your keywords are mentioned.

What guests have appeared on PBS News Hour?

Recent guests on PBS News Hour include:

1. Sophie de Oliveira Barata
2. Gracie Corrigan
3. Dan Roach
4. Christina Leitzel
5. Rachel Yee
6. Dhruv Khullar
7. Katie Smith Sloan
8. Mike Flanagan

To view more recent guests and their details, simply upgrade your Rephonic account. You'll also get access to a typical guest profile to help you decide if the show is worth pitching.

Find and pitch the right podcasts

We help savvy brands, marketers and PR professionals to find the right podcasts for any topic or niche. Get the data and contacts you need to pitch podcasts at scale and turn listeners into customers.
Try it free for 7 days