
A straightforward look at the day's top news in 20 minutes. Powered by ABC News. Hosted by Brad Mielke.
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 159 | Founded | 9 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Daily NewsNewsPolitics | |||

Leaked images show extensive damage to military bases in the Middle East. Russia sanctions bill makes it out of the House. And Kennedy Center demolition speculation rises.
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The Federal Reserve raises interest rates for the first time since 2023. A new report shows the government paid employees $9.5 billion not to work last year. And conjoined two-year-old twins are successfully separated in St. Louis.
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Hours after a judge ruled that Donald Trump’s name can’t go on the Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts, Trump allies on the board of directors announce the performance venue is shutting down. The Trump family distances itself from a Russian oligar... more
President Trump doubles down on pushing American artificial intelligence firms forward. A government watchdog describes “Alligator Alcatraz” detainees staying in cage-like structures for hours at a time. And the Environmental Protection Agency plans ... more
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What’s with the new episode not coming out until 6am now?? It used to come out at 5:30. I listen every day but only have between 5:30 and 6 to listen to it. I might have to find a new show 😭
Devin Dwyer did an outstanding job covering for Brad today! Would love to hear him again in the future next time Brad has to take a day off.
Great coverage that I listen to daily, thanks, Brad and staff. This new dorm decorating trend however is nauseating.
When I was in college, moving into a dorm felt like a neutralizing event. You didn’t know who were the rich kids versus who was scraping by and on scholarship.
Perhaps these parents might think about generously donating the amount they spend on lavish storm rooms (podcast mentioned $20,000!!) to another student that is just getting by and wondering if they’ll be able to afford... more
Stay away from this terrible pod. I would give it negative stars if I could. Not a trustworthy source for so-called “news.” Clearly no journalistic integrity. They are biased af.
They either don’t bother to fact check or are intentionally lying and are being misleading. I get the sense it’s the latter given how the stories are framed and actual facts are omitted in order to support their narrative.
This is not real news. But are we surprised? Of course not, “news” in the US hasn’t been “news... more
I need milk in my coco puffs, mielke, mielke coco puffs
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A concise daily briefing of top news with 20-minute episodes, anchored by a steady host and a rotating roster of ABC News correspondents and experts. The show covers politics, international affairs, economics, and public health with on-the-ground reporting, fast analysis, and sponsor reads interspersed throughout. Guests span political reporters, legal analysts, health officials, and field reporters, providing context, fact-based explanations, and firsthand updates. Notable strengths include brisk pacing, clear explainers, and a habit of pairing high-stakes stories with practical, day-to-day implications. Potential listeners who want compact, straight-to-the-point coverage with occasional expert depth will likely find it compelling. A few e... more
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