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Reveal’s investigations will inspire, infuriate and inform you. Host Al Letson and an award-winning team of reporters deliver gripping stories about caregivers, advocates for the unhoused, immigrant families, warehouse workers and formerly incarcerated people, fighting to hold the powerful accountable. The New Yorker described Reveal as “a knockout … a pleasure to listen to, even as we seethe.” A ... more

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One of the unmistakable throughlines of the second Trump administration is how it’s overhauling policies that directly affect African Americans, most notably by targeting programs and initiatives that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion, or DEI.... more

More To The Story: Sixteen years ago this month, the radio show State of the Re:Union, created by Al Letson, produced an award-winning episode looking at civil rights activist Bayard Rustin. The episode was called “Who Is This Man?” because while Rus... more

More To The Story: During the 2024 presidential campaign, a conservative playbook emerged. Created by the Heritage Foundation, this 900-plus-page document was a roadmap written for a future conservative president. And while some Republicans tried to ... more

In a Minnesota town outside the Twin Cities, Emily is a nurse who treats many immigrant patients. She can’t locate a patient who just had a test result that shows they might have cancer. The patient was recently detained by ICE; situations like these... more

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Recent Guests

John D'Amelio
Professor and author of a biography on Bayard Rustin
Episode: The Man Who Taught Nonviolence to Martin Luther King Jr.
David A. Graham
A staff writer at The Atlantic who has examined Project 2025.
The Atlantic
Episode: How Project 2025 Is Reshaping Our Country
Senator Chris Murphy
United States Senator from Connecticut
U.S. Senate
Episode: How Minneapolis Taught America to Fight Back
Trinity Webster-Bass
Reporting fellow at The Tributary, focusing on local news in Jacksonville, Florida.
The Tributary
Episode: How Trumpism Is Trickling Down to Your Town
Stephanie Mickelson
Potato farmer in Idaho and a Republican state representative involved in national agricultural policy.
Mickelson Farms
Episode: How Trumpism Is Trickling Down to Your Town
Estefania Mondragon
Leader of an immigrant advocacy group called PUDER in Nampa, Idaho.
PUDER
Episode: How Trumpism Is Trickling Down to Your Town
Joseph Eagleman
In charge of the Chippewa Cree's energy program, focused on solar energy.
Chippewa Cree Tribe
Episode: How Trumpism Is Trickling Down to Your Town
Cody Two Bears
Founder and CEO of Indigenized Energy, focused on bringing solar projects to Native tribes.
Indigenized Energy
Episode: How Trumpism Is Trickling Down to Your Town
Rob Schenck
Evangelical Minister and former leader of the Christian Nationalist Movement
Episode: He Helped Build the Religious Right. Now He’s Fighting ICE.

Host

Al Letson
Host of Reveal with a focus on impactful investigative journalism and storytelling.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 10.5k ratings
  • One of my go-to podcasts for deep dives. A treat that I save and savor!

    Reveal consistently explains important histories and currents events with marvelous storytelling. Understanding how real people live under different burdens that I didn’t know existed gives me a wider perspective and really adds volumes to my life. Thank you for pulling back the curtain how people live!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Robert "Bob" Loblaw
    United Statesa month ago
  • My Favorite podcast

    I found Reveal years ago and fell in love with their style of reporting. The pizzagate episode was my 1st episode and have periodically gone back to listen to it.

    Keep up the great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    NoSoup4M3
    Canadaa month ago
  • Amazing host, compelling content

    This is my all-time favorite podcast and Al is my all-time favorite host. I never miss an episode. Compelling, thought-provoking investigative journalism that leaves me more informed each time I listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FanLora
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great investigative reporting

    I love this show! The reporting is topnotch and presented in an accessible and compelling way. Great host!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JJ from Oklahoma
    United Statesa month ago
  • Best interview I’ve heard yet with Bill McKibben

    Thank you, Al Letson, for this outstanding interview with Bill McKibben. Your questions about the effectiveness of solar technology for ordinary users and the current administration’s failure to compete with China for the future of the world economy connected some very important dots. More high quality journalism from Reveal.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MaryF2021
    United Statesa month ago

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There is a significant emphasis on the depth and quality of journalism that provides insights that are often overlooked in mainstream media.
Listeners appreciate the well-researched, impactful stories that shed light on critical social issues.
Some feedback suggests a desire for more diverse viewpoints among guests, indicating a potential area for growth in representation.
The storytelling is often described as gripping and thought-provoking, compelling listeners to engage with challenging topics.

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How Minneapolis Taught America to Fight Back
Q: Do you think the agency is operating with a white supremacist agenda?
Yes, it's a version of ethnic cleansing targeting people with dark skin and accents without considering their legal status.
He Helped Build the Religious Right. Now He’s Fighting ICE.
Q: Did you ever think that it would get to this point that we're in right now?
Rob expresses his earlier concerns about the potential for violence and state-ordered killings, linking them to his experiences and historical parallels.
He Helped Build the Religious Right. Now He’s Fighting ICE.
Q: Can you tell me about visiting the Renée Good Memorial?
Rob describes an emotional visit where he prayed and reflected on the loss of lives due to state violence.
How ICE Became Trump’s Very Own Paramilitary Force
Q: Has there been any indication from the Supreme Court that they might pull back a little bit?
No significant indications were made, and challenges to these tactics are getting increasingly difficult under current judicial environments.
How ICE Became Trump’s Very Own Paramilitary Force
Q: Do you think they have a case?
Yes, the actions witnessed in Minneapolis after Good's death demonstrate clear infringement on constitutional rights by ICE agents targeting individuals holding them accountable.

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What is Reveal about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This podcast features gripping investigative stories that tackle a range of critical social issues, giving voice to marginalized communities, including caregivers, immigrants, and those formerly incarcerated. With a focus on exposing systemic injustices and holding the powerful accountable, episodes cover topics from exploitative labor conditions to racial disparities and civil rights struggles. Notably, the reported stories often blend personal narratives with hard-hitting journalism, encouraging listeners to reflect on important societal themes while delivering a compelling and engaging listening experience. The production is rooted in a commitment to investigative journalism, revealing hidden truths and providing listeners with insights ... more

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2. David A. Graham
3. Senator Chris Murphy
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5. Stephanie Mickelson
6. Estefania Mondragon
7. Joseph Eagleman
8. Cody Two Bears

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