Real Time with Bill Maher
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| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 837 | Founded | 20 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | News | |||
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Bill Maher and his guests answer viewer questions after the show. (Originally aired 4/17/26)
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Bill’s guests are Kara Swisher, Rahm Emanuel, Jake Sullivan (Originally aired 4/17/26
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Bill Maher and his guests answer viewer questions after the show. (Originally aired 4/10/26)
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Bill’s guests are Ezekiel Emanuel, Douglas Murray, Paul Rieckhoff (Originally aired 4/10/26)
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- Bill’s getting a bit too into false equivalency
Bill’s program is normally a good listen. Ever since the 2024 election, however, he has increasingly moved into false equivalency about the threat the autocratic tendencies of the GOP poses to the US versus the stupid assertions by left wing extremists. Frankly, asinine statements by the far left like defund the police (which didn’t happen) are not of the same ilk as the far right’s “I hate my enemies and don’t wish the best for them.” He also glides over that the far right is responsible for mo... more
Apple Podcasts3Western Webspinner
United States6 days ago - Podcasts
Its so good to see the main show and overtime available at the same time.
Apple Podcasts5Nzl75
Australia11 days ago - Congrats
Bill, congratulations on the Trump-Twain award. You must be so proud to receive an award surpassed in prestige by only the FIFA Peace prize. Perhaps you can gift it to your luncheon partner, since it has now become completely worthless, much like your show
Apple Podcasts1mike raphone hogUnited States11 days ago - Volume
Please, for the love of God normalize the audio on the podcast. Even though I don’t like the placement of the ads, I get it. But man, we don’t need them blasting our ears off at 3x the volume. It’s insane that a publication like this isn’t aware of this issue.
Apple Podcasts2marcbollingerUnited States24 days ago - Long time fan, lost.
I’ve been watching and listening to Bill Maher for decades of my life. Always appreciated his show and point of view. However lately his age and privilege is showing in ways that make it difficult to keep being a fan. His show has become riddled with sexism in how he speaks to male versus female guests, an abandonment of small-L liberal principles in favor of war mongering and Israel apologizing, and a distain for youth or really anyone who’s views aren’t informed by financial or racial privil... more
Apple Podcasts2kacemasterUnited States25 days ago
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Apple Podcasts | #108 | United States/News |
Apple Podcasts | #83 |  Canada/News |
Apple Podcasts | #234 |  United Kingdom/News |
Apple Podcasts | #206 | Australia/News |
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The show features a fast-paced, provocative mix of politics, culture, media critique, and current events, often anchored by high-profile politicians, journalists, and cultural figures. Across recent episodes, expect conversations that swing between foreign policy, domestic governance, media dynamics, tech disruptors like AI, and social issues, all threaded through with sharp humor and partisan banter. Notable is the willingness to entertain divergent viewpoints, invite controversial figures, and balance policy analysis with personal anecdotes and cultural commentary, making it a potentially strong fit for guests who want provocative exposure and audience engagement, as well as sponsorships seeking politically engaged, media-savvy listeners.... more
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