Start Here
ABC NewsA straightforward look at the day's top news in 20 minutes. Powered by ABC News. Hosted by Brad Mielke.
| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 159 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Daily NewsPoliticsNews | |||
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A grand jury has rejected a new indictment of New York’s attorney general, Letitia James. Over four years later an arrest has been made in connection with the pipe bombs placed outside the Republican and Democratic National Committees. And several co... more
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Legal questions swirl around the White House over a pair of strikes in the Caribbean. Lawyers for suspected killer Luigi Mangione argue for the dismissal of a key piece of evidence. And Tennessee voters head to the polls in a closely-watched special ... more
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- Long time listener, first time caller
I’ve listened daily since 2019. Now a former journalist living in rural Arkansas, I’m still addicted to news and Brad gets me feeling current every day. I have a long drive and leave at 4 am. I know the spot in the road with just enough service to get the latest episode when it drops around 4:35! Thank you for the good journalism you do.
Apple Podcasts5MKPigg
United States4 days ago - Congrats Start Here
Love the 2000th episode and the fact that my pickleball group was talking about it this morning. Congrats Brad and team!
Apple Podcasts5Katkin123456United States4 days ago - Congrats on 2K 🎉
With everything going on in the world, I decided to pare down my news to the essentials.
These days it’s “Start Here” and “The Bulwark” …that’s it!
Thank you for all the hard work to keep us informed.
Apple Podcasts5tyler-morrisonUnited States5 days ago - Soy Be It on November 28, 2025
Thanks for the history and current status of soy beans and its many uses, and current trading status with China. My grandparents were central Nebraska farmers but my parents met in Southern California after WW2, and never left the sunshine state! I made a few trips to Nebraska to visit relatives while growing up and living on a small piece of acreage in Northern California, with a horse, a milk cow, 4-H etc — but my father worked for a large corporation in its business department — he was NOT a ... more
Apple Podcasts5USA MknitterUnited States5 days ago - Soy Beans on November 28, 2025
Thanks for the history and current status of soy beans and its many uses, and current trading status with China. My grandparents were central Nebraska farmers but my parents met in Southern California after WW2, and never left the sunshine state! I made a few trips to Nebraska to visit relatives while growing up and living on a small piece of acreage in Northern California, with a horse, a milk cow, 4-H etc — but my father worked for a large corporation in its business department — he was NOT a ... more
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Spotify | #48 | United States/News |
Apple Podcasts | #249 | United States/Top Podcasts |
Apple Podcasts | #14 | United States/News/Daily News |
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Apple Podcasts | #33 |  Canada/News/Daily News |
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What is Start Here about and what kind of topics does it cover?
A contemporary approach to delivering news for the busy listener, this show provides succinct updates on significant national and global events. Episodes analyze pressing topics such as political controversies, public health issues, and legal battles, often featuring discussions of congressional hearings, immigration policies, and financial governance. The format is designed to offer listeners a fast-paced yet comprehensive overview of critical developments without excessive drama or bias. A unique aspect is its focus on personal narratives intertwined with broader political contexts, helping audiences connect emotionally to the news while remaining informed about ongoing societal challenges.
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Start Here launched 8 years ago and published 159 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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Recent guests on Start Here include:
1. John Hanson
2. Scott Thompson
3. Robert Garcia
4. Dr. Mehmet Oz
5. Mary Bruce
6. Sean Duffy
7. Aaron Kieturski
8. Adelita Grijalva
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