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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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Recent Guests

John J. Lennon
Journalist and author currently serving time in Sing Sing Correctional Facility
Episode: Why America Is Obsessed With True Crime
Jeff Hood
Reverend, activist, and Death Row spiritual advisor
Episode: Executions Are Rising in the US. This Reverend Witnesses Them.
Jason Stanley
Philosophy professor and author, focusing on the study of fascism
University of Toronto
Episode: I Study Fascism. I’ve Already Fled America.
Jelani Cobb
Staff Writer at The New Yorker, Dean of Columbia Journalism School
Columbia University
Episode: America Had a Black President. Then Came the Whitelash.
Gianluigi Nuzzi
Italian journalist known for his investigations into the Vatican
Episode: Exposing a Global Surveillance Empire
Bill McKibben
Environmentalist and author
Author of Here Comes the Sun
Episode: How a Climate Doomsayer Became an Unexpected Optimist
Karen Hao
Tech journalist and author of "Empire of AI, Dreams and Nightmares in Sam Altman's OpenAI"
Episode: The Race to Stop AI’s Threats to Democracy
Caroline Papadopoulos
Former controller of FTX US
FTX US
Episode: The Secret Story of FTX’s Rise and Ruin Part 2
Tarek Murad
Canadian FTX customer
Episode: The Secret Story of FTX’s Rise and Ruin Part 2

Host

Al Letson
Host of Reveal. Known for his engaging storytelling and investigative reporting, he brings a compassionate approach to complex social issues. He seeks to humanize the often-overlooked narratives of the marginalized, making the stories accessible and impactful.

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 10.2k ratings
  • Outstanding Reporting

    I’ve been listening to this show since

    Ep. 5 and look forward to it every week. “Reveal” is the best radio/pod journalism I’ve heard in my many years on the this planet. The topics are always relevant, the stories are always very engaging, and I hope that with the loss of federal funding for public broadcasting, stations that carry this show will still be around to listen. (And who can resist Al’s smooth voice?!?!)

    #supportlocalstations

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ThePassenger444
    United Statesa month ago
  • Bill McKibben

    Thank you so much for this episode! You have no idea how badly I needed to hear this. One nugget of news that isn’t apocalyptic. Reveal is “must listen” news.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    IA Lady68
    United Statesa month ago
  • Been listening for years

    I’m guilty of faithfully listening to this podcast for several without posting a review. I follow a bunch of news and opinion podcasts and Reveal ranks among the best. It should be essential listening for all Americans.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    felixthecatnine
    United States2 months ago
  • Meh

    I like all and the topics. I think he only brings in guests that agree with the views of the show, though. I would love to hear him to talk guests that don’t agree to have a real conversation. That’s what Charlie Kirk did. He spoke with people he didn’t agree with to find common ground and open dialogue safely. Be like Charlie, Al. Stop going for the bunts and hit a home run. You would be great at it.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    dhutchi2
    United States2 months ago
  • Amazing 👏👏👏

    I love and value the investigative journalism of Reveal. Great and informative stories on a number of topics.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sloanbusche
    United States2 months ago

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Listeners commend the podcast for its impactful and meticulously researched journalism, appreciating its focus on critical social issues.
Many express that the show's storytelling is engaging and evocative, making complex topics accessible and relatable.

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Why America Is Obsessed With True Crime
Q: How are you feeling about the upcoming parole board meeting?
One of my concerns is the idea that society wants us to come to prison, get our lives together and just not be criminals.
Why America Is Obsessed With True Crime
Q: How do you balance the narratives of the crime with the impact on the victims' families?
It's difficult. I knew doing the work, I would reach out to family members of the victims, but I've respected the wishes of a victim's sister not to use her brother's name in my writing, which weighs heavily on me because my writing causes pain to others.
Why America Is Obsessed With True Crime
Q: So, you know, you were a part of a criminal lifestyle in Brooklyn for a while. So correct me if I'm wrong, but like in the state of New York, if you got, I think you said 28 to life. Is that was, am I correct in that?
Yeah. So I was convicted of, I was already serving time for selling drugs. I was already serving in other sense for possessing a gun. So I had a whole host of criminal charges.
Why America Is Obsessed With True Crime
Q: Can you kind of like give me a picture of like where you're at and what it's like for our listeners who can't see?
I'm on a tier right now in Cell Block and Sing Sing and it's actually convenient right now because it's quiet on the tier because it's yard time and I stayed back in to talk to you.
Why America Is Obsessed With True Crime
Q: So John, how are you this morning?
I'm good. Thanks for inviting me.

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This podcast presents investigative stories that aim to inspire and inform, focusing on social justice, accountability, and the experiences of marginalized communities. Through gripping narratives, it explores the challenges faced by caregivers, immigrant families, and the unhoused, often highlighting the impact of systemic issues on everyday lives. The content delves into a wide range of topics, from racial disparities and working conditions to political and environmental crises, all with the intention of elevating voices often unheard and shedding light on underreported stories. Its commitment to rigorous investigative journalism and storytelling distinguishes it from typical news commentary.

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Reveal launched 11 years ago and published 285 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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1. John J. Lennon
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5. Gianluigi Nuzzi
6. Bill McKibben
7. Karen Hao
8. Caroline Papadopoulos

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